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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.

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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 C ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: C ALL OF ROLL: C ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA: A dditions: Deletions: C ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES 1. T uesday, June 9, 2026, minutes B USINESS ITEMS: 1. 2027 EDA Budget 2. Cable House Rent Analysis 3. Development Update (Verbal Update During Meeting) ADJOURNMENT: 1 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 1 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 1 d) Partial Payment 7/Final for 2025 Street Project – Brian Bachmeier e) July Work Session Date (Verbal during [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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) ADJOURNMENT: 1 EDA Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026 Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 ADJOURNMENT: 1 Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – May 7, 2026 Page 1 of 4 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. 2 Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – May 7, 2026 Page 2 of 4 CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES: Motion by Alm, second by Norelius, to approve [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 ADJOURNMENT: 1 December 1, 2025, Park Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 ADJOURNMENT: 1 January 5, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 ADJOURNMENT: 1 April 6, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 3 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 ADJOURNMENT: 1 March 2, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 ADJOURNMENT: 1 February 2, 2026, Park Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 1 e) 30075 Norway Ave-Variance Resolution 20260520-04-Carolyn Shumaker f) 12492 Mentzer Trail-Variance Resolu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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: 1 EDA Meeting Minutes – April 14, 2026 Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 Page 1 of 3 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. 2 Regular Planning Meeting Minutes – April 2, 2026 Page 2 of 3 PUBLIC HEARING: 1. 12492 Mentzer Trail-Variance C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 Page 1 of 3 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 Page 1 of 3 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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).

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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 Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 1 8. Discussion a) 2026 Street Plan Review – Brian Bachmeier 9. Staff Updates [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 Page 1 of 5 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 1 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 C ALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE: C ALL OF ROLL: C ONSIDERATION OF AGENDA: A dditions: Deletions: C ONSIDERATION OF MINUTES 1. T uesday, October 14, 2025, minutes B USINESS ITEMS: 1. N ew Member Introductions 2. Annual Appointments 3. Next Generation Entrepreneurs 4. EDA Priority Discussion for Council Strategic Planning ADJ OURNMENT: 1 EDA Meeting Minutes – October 14, 2025 Page 1 of 2 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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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