Lindstrom public meetings in 2025
34 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold a Truth in Taxation hearing to discuss and adopt the 2026 budget and property tax levy. The proposed levy represents a 9.78% increase over 2025. The council will also consider budget amendments to increase the General Fund balance.
- Proposed 2026 Final Property Tax Levy of $3,978,024
- General Fund budget amendments to increase fund balance by $300,854
- Contract approval with I.U.O.E. Local 49
- 2026 Street Project (N. Olinda Tr and DT Parking Lots) 30% plan review
- Assistant City Administrator hiring recommendation
Planning Commission
The Lindstrom Planning Commission will consider a preliminary and final plat for a subdivision on N Lakes Trail and review a variance request for a garage at 13060 N 3rd Ave. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes.
- 33175 N Lakes Trail-Extraterritorial Subdivision Preliminary and Final Plat
- 13060 N 3rd Ave – Garage Variance (requesting 6,242 sq ft footprint)
- Approval of November 6, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes
- Approval of September 4, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes
- 13255 Andrews Ave – Parking Lot discussion
City Council
The Lindstrom City Council will consider approving city bills, accepting a street improvement project, and authorizing a new public works director. The meeting includes public hearings on a street easement and a garage variance.
- Approval of November 2025 city bills
- Acceptance of Park Street Parking Lot Improvement Project
- Public hearing for Chisago Lakes Golf Estates street easement
- Resolution for 13060 North 3rd Avenue garage variance
- Authorization to recruit new Public Works Director
Planning Commission
The Lindstrom Planning Commission will discuss a revised variance request for a garage at 13060 N 3rd Ave. Staff has reduced the number of variance requests from four to two, addressing resident concerns about neighborhood character.
- Garage Variance Request – 13060 N 3rd Ave (reduced from 4 to 2 variance requests)
- Parking Lot Discussion – 13255 Andrews Ave
- Approval of September 4, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes
- Discussion on 29026 Glader Blvd Variance (tabled from August 7, 2025)
- Resignation of Mike Albers from Planning Commission
City Council
The Lindstrom City Council will vote on several capital improvement projects, including a lift station upgrade on Park Street and a 2026 mill/overlay project on Olinda Trail. They will also adopt an ordinance updating the Park Board structure and approve the Assistant City Administrator recruitment. A discussion will cover snow removal policy, winter parking hardship exceptions, and citywide speed limits.
- Approve plans and bid solicitation for Lift Station No. 2 (Park Street) access improvement, sewer lining, and meter manhole removal
- Authorize plans for 2026 Mill/Overlay Improvement Project on Olinda Trail North from Hwy 8 to 3rd Ave N
- Ordinance 20251015-01: Update the organizational structure of the Park Board
- Approve Assistant City Administrator position and begin recruitment
- LAPD police coverage contract for Oct 2025 – $101,937.67
Parks Commission
The Park Commission will review the 2025 Tree Lighting Festival agenda and the placement of two Historical Society QR code signs on the Swedish Immigrant Regional Trail. The body will also receive updates on playground equipment replacements and maintenance at several city parks.
- Tree Lighting Festival 2025 agenda and event verification
- Placement of 2 Historical Society QR code signs on the SIRT
- Slide replacements ordered for Beach Park and Pleasant Hill Park
- Removal of 20 Emerald Ash Borer infested trees in winter
- Drainage issues and woodchip replacement at North Meadow Park
Parks Commission
The Lindstrom Park Commission will meet on August 4, 2025 to consider several agenda items. The board will receive an update on the Beach Park planning project from the University of Minnesota, review the completed Swedish Immigrant Trail signage, and discuss a draft policy governing donations of benches and picnic tables in city parks. The policy outlines donor guidelines and costs of $2,100 per bench and $2,800 per picnic table.
- Beach Park Planning Update – University of Minnesota presentation, to be rescheduled
- Swedish Immigrant Trail signage – completed and reported verbally
- Gifts and Memorial Benches and Picnic Tables Policy – draft guidelines for donor donations
- Bench donation cost: $2,100 each (includes bench, concrete base, plaque)
- Picnic table donation cost: $2,800 each (includes table, concrete base, plaque)
EDA
The Economic Development Authority is discussing whether to prioritize funding for business façade renovations or a new predevelopment grant program to create shovel-ready sites. The body will also review updates on workforce housing and downtown projects.
- Discussion of Lake Lane listing agreement
- Updates on Newlander Ave Workforce Housing
- Status of Park Street Parking Lot and OJ Juice site
- Review of Façade Improvement Revolving Loan Fund ($25K balance)
- Proposed predevelopment assistance program for landowners
EDA
The Lindstrom Economic Development Authority will consider three business items: a request for a $650 city sponsorship of the Chisago Lakes Chamber’s 2025 Trick-or-Treat on Main Street event, approval of a Fascia loan application for 12740 Lake Boulevard totaling $10,000, and a brief update on the 2025 EDA Business Breakfast. The meeting will also include a discussion of the updated Fascia loan program policy approved at the September meeting.
- Approve $650 sponsorship for Trick-or-Treat on Main Street (downtown Lindstrom)
- Approve Fascia loan application for 12740 Lake Boulevard: $5,000 for windows/doors, $5,000 for façade improvements
- Review updated Fascia loan program allowing two $5,000 loans per building
- Announce date and format of the 2025 EDA Business Breakfast (Nov 12)
- Discuss development updates including Elms Estates and downtown sites
City Council
The City Council will review a preliminary levy approval and hold a public hearing regarding an easement vacation at Chisago Lakes Golf Estates. The body will also consider proposals for liquor store management and a POS system upgrade.
- Preliminary Levy Approval Resolution 20250917-01
- Public Hearing: Chisago Lakes Golf Estates easement vacation
- Variance request for 29026 Glader Blvd
- Albrecht Lake Landing Plat Denial Resolution 20250917-04
- Liquor Store Management Proposal and POS Upgrade
EDA
The Lindstrom Economic Development Authority will consider a revision to the Facia Loan Program to increase the maximum loan amount from $5,000 to $10,000 per building. The body will also discuss the schedule for the 2025 EDA Business Breakfast.
- Facia Loan Program revision to allow up to $10,000 per building
- 2025 EDA Business Breakfast scheduled for November 12
- Closed session to discuss purchase or sale of 12215 Lake Lane
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to consider a variance request for the property at 29026 Glader Boulevard. This item was previously tabled in August to allow commissioners to review more information regarding previous approvals and lake views.
- Public hearing for variance request at 29026 Glader Boulevard
City Council
The City Council will receive a presentation from MnDOT regarding safety and mobility improvements for Highway 8. The council is also deciding on two property variances and an ATV/UTV ordinance.
- Presentation on Highway 8 Phase II safety improvements by MnDOT
- Variance request for 30665 Maple Street
- Variance request for 13610 Glader Lane
- Proposed ATV/UTV Ordinance 20250820-01
- Closed session for labor negotiations with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49
Parks Commission
The Park Commission will meet to receive a planning update from the University of Minnesota regarding Beach Park. The body will also discuss signage for the Swedish Immigrant Trail.
- Beach Park Planning Update-U of M
- Swedish Immigrant Trail Signage
Parks Commission
The commission will hear the initial design concept for the Beach Park Plan, presented by Torey Erin of the University of Minnesota-Empowering Small Minnesota Communities. The presentation covers stormwater management, shoreline restoration, expanded recreation, and a potential walkway connecting the lake to downtown via Highway 8. Commissioners will discuss these ideas and their impact on the community.
- Presentation of Beach Park Plan initial design concept
- Discussion of stormwater management and shoreline restoration
- Consideration of lake‑downtown connection and Highway 8 walkway
Parks Commission
The Lindstrom Parks Commission meeting on March 3, 2025 will consider the Beach Park Plan. The commission will review the plan and discuss its potential implementation. No other agenda items are listed beyond routine procedural matters.
- Beach Park Plan – discussion of proposed park development
Parks Commission
The Lindström Parks Commission will consider several park department items, including a review of the Tree Lighting Festival and updates on the Polka Party, Harmony in the Park, KOD, and Allemansratt Park, as well as a Council Workplan update. The commission will also hear a verbal student report from Henry Phelps. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Tree Lighting Festival Review
- Polka Party update
- Harmony in the Park update
- KOD update
- Allemansratt Park update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for four separate variance applications. One request at 30665 Maple Street seeks to exceed the Shoreland Overlay District impervious surface limit to build a detached garage and driveway.
- Public hearing: 30665 Maple Street variance for detached garage and driveway
- Public hearing: 29026 Glader Boulevard variance
- Public hearing: 13610 Glader Lane variance
- Public hearing: 13060 N 3rd Ave variance
City Council
The City Council will consider action items regarding the Dala Horse location and a planter bed demonstration project. The body will also discuss downtown tree trimming and a joint meeting with the EDA. Staff will provide updates on the LAPD building, Park Street parking lot, and a lead service line inventory grant.
- Temporary Liquor License for St. Bridget’s Block Party on August 30, 2025
- 2025 Street Improvement Partial Payment #2
- Approval of General Fund bills totaling $98,181.73
- Approval of Fire Equipment Fund bills totaling $1,354.05
- Discussion of downtown tree trimming
EDA
The Economic Development Authority will meet to consider the agenda and approve minutes from June 10, 2025. The primary business item is the preparation for a July 30 joint meeting with the City Council to discuss budget priorities.
- July 30 Joint Meeting - Budget Priority Discussion
EDA
The Lindstrom Economic Development Authority approved its agenda and May 13 minutes. Members discussed whether to prioritize the downtown façade loan program or a new pre‑development grant program. The board voted 5‑0 to recommend developing a concept plan for the Lake Lane listing agreement and to involve Chisago County HRA/EDA Executive Director Nancy Hoffman. Additional updates included the Park Street parking lot reconstruction, a June 21 steam‑event dedication, and workforce‑housing projects seeking 2026 tax credits.
- Motion passed 5‑0 to recommend concept‑plan development for the Lake Lane listing agreement, including Nancy Hoffman.
- Discussion on funding priority between the façade loan program and a pre‑development grant program for downtown businesses.
- Peterson Companies is working on reconstruction of the Park Street parking lot.
- June 21 steam event dedication at the Coffee Pot Water Tower and mural unveiling at the liquor store.
- Newlander Ave workforce housing concept and OJ Juice development are pursuing tax credits in 2026.
Planning Commission
The commission will review a variance request for the property at 30630 North Lakes Trail, seeking to reduce the interior side-yard setback from 10 feet to 5 feet to allow a front-yard deck. Staff recommend approval with conditions, and the commission may recommend approval, denial, or table the request. The meeting also includes a verbal update on development activity.
- 30630 North Lakes Trail – side-yard setback variance request (reduce setback to 5 ft) with staff‑recommended conditions
- Verbal development updates presented by staff
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2024 audit and a proposed cemetery fee adjustment and ordinance. The body is also considering a fire contract with Chisago Lakes Township and a downtown RRFB purchase.
- Cemetery Fee Adjustment & Ordinance 20250521-01
- Fire Contract with Chisago Lakes Township
- Downtown RRFB Purchase
- 2024 Audit Presentation by Abdo
- Temporary liquor licenses for Chisago Lakes Rotary and Uncommon Loon
EDA
The Lindstrom Economic Development Authority approved a contract up to $4,800 for Bolton & Menk to create a concept sketch of rear‑building improvements along the Park Street Parking Lot, using funds from the EDA planning budget. The board also authorized a $2,755 purchase of a new event tent, paused the Lake Lane Listing Agreement for 30 days to gather more information, and discussed development updates such as the Park Street Parking Lot bid, OJ Juice site demolition, and the Newlander Ave workforce housing concept.
- Lake Lane Listing Agreement paused for 30 days; rent loss noted at $5,710
- Bolton & Menk concept design services approved, not to exceed $4,800 from planning budget
- Purchase of new event tent approved at $2,755 plus freight, cost split with Park fund
- Park Street Parking Lot bid opening scheduled, project expected completed by June 21
- Newlander Ave workforce housing concept reviewed by Planning Commission for upcoming council meeting
City Council
The Lindstrom City Council will vote on several consent agenda items, including fund transfers and contracts, before moving to the regular agenda. On the regular agenda, council members will act on a Subdivision Code Amendment Ordinance, a Park Street land‑swap agreement, design and construction task orders for the Park Street parking lot project, and discuss Fairview Cemetery fee adjustments. The meeting also includes open forum, staff updates, and mayoral reports.
- Subdivision Code Amendment Ordinance 20250416-01 – Dan Undem
- Park Street Parking Lot Land Swap Agreement Resolution 20250416-04 – Dan Undem
- Park Street Lift Station Access Improvement Design Task Order – Brian Bachmeier
- Park Street Parking Lot/295th & Akerson Project Award Resolution 20250416-03 – Brian Bachmeier
- Fairview Cemetery Fees Adjustment and Plot Ordinance Change – Missy Glenna
EDA
The Economic Development Authority is reviewing a proposal from Bolton & Menk to create concept sketches for renovations to the back of businesses along the Park Street parking lot. The body will also discuss property listings, a tent purchase, and development updates for workforce housing and local businesses.
- Bolton & Menk concept design proposal for Main Street rear facades (not to exceed $4,800)
- Lake Lane listing agreement
- Tent purchase
- Karl Oskar House Brick Walkway fundraiser
- Updates on Newlander Ave workforce housing concept
Planning Commission
The Lindstrom Planning Commission will consider a possible amendment to the Subdivision Code that would replace the current requirement for a 30‑foot easement and platting of public stormwater detention facilities with a simpler easement‑only approach. Commissioners will also receive verbal updates on the Albrecht Lake Landing 2nd Addition project, which includes a Conditional Use Permit, rezoning to a Planned Unit Development, and a preliminary plat for nine townhome lots. The meeting also includes a concept review of a proposed 3‑story, 42‑unit multifamily housing project on Newlander Ave.
- Subdivision Code Discussion – staff proposes allowing an easement instead of a plat for public stormwater ponds (Section 152.04.21)
- Development Updates – verbal briefing on Albrecht Lake Landing 2nd Addition (townhome project, CUP, rezoning to PUD‑R1, preliminary plat)
- General Business – concept review of Newlander Ave multifamily proposal (42 units, 94 parking stalls, requires Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning)
City Council
The Lindstrom City Council will consider several consent‑agenda items before voting on a resolution to approve plans, specifications, and advertising for a bid for the Park Street Parking Lot at Akerson and 295th Street. The council will also consider a MnDOT agreement resolution (Resolution 20250319‑02) and discuss an update to the ATV/UTV ordinance. Additional reports will be presented from finance, planning, fire, police, and various commissions, followed by staff updates on upcoming meetings and projects.
- Approve plans, specs, and authorize advertisement for bid for Park Street Parking Lot (Resolution 20250319‑03)
- Approve RR FB MnDOT Agreement Resolution 20250319‑02 (Brian Bachmeier)
- Discussion of ATV/UTV Ordinance Update
- Finance Report covering city expenditures and revenues
- Staff updates: Board of Appeal meeting (April 15) and mural/coffee‑pot water tower project status
City Council
The City Council will review several action items including rezoning and a preliminary plat for a lake landing project. The body will also consider contracts for electrical work, a mural, and professional services.
- Albrecht Lake Landing 2nd Addition rezoning, CUP, and preliminary plat
- Park Street electrical contract award
- Taylor Shaw mural contract
- 295th/Akerson Project Order Resolution 20250219-04
- Adoption of Chisago County 2024 Hazard Mitigation Plan Resolution 20250219-05
EDA
The Economic Development Authority will discuss a service contract for the Chisago Lakes Ambassador program and review the Downtown Design Guide. The body will also receive updates on workforce housing concepts and downtown parking projects.
- Contract for services with Chisago Lakes Ambassador Program for $1,500
- Review of Downtown Design Guide
- Update on Newlander Ave Workforce Housing Concept (approx. 40 units)
- Status of Park Street Parking Lot project for 2025
- Updates on OJ Juice project and property listing agreements for old fire hall and Lake Lane property
Planning Commission
The Lindstrom Planning Commission will consider a rezoning and preliminary plat for the Albrecht Lake Landing 2nd Addition, proposing nine townhomes on approximately 4.7 acres west of Maria Avenue. The meeting will also include the election of officers and approval of the January 2, 2025, meeting minutes.
- Albrecht Lake Landing 2nd Addition – Rezoning, CUP, and Preliminary Plat
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of January 2, 2025, Planning Commission Minutes
- Newlander Ave Multifamily Proposal – Concept Review
- Officer Election
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding special assessments for improvements on 295th Street and Akerson Street. The body will also consider a liquor licensing ordinance and a variance for 30430 Park Street.
- Public hearings for 295th Street & Akerson Street Special Assessment Resolutions 20250115-03 through 20250115-06
- MN State Aid Advance Request Resolution 20250115-07
- Variance Resolution 20250115-09 for 30430 Park Street
- Liquor Licensing Ordinance 20250115-01
- Contracts for Karl Oskar Days and Harmony in the Parks
EDA
The Economic Development Authority will review support requests for the Chisago Lake Ambassador Program and Celebration of Lakes fireworks. The body will also receive updates on workforce housing concepts and various downtown development projects.
- Chamber of Commerce request for $5,000 sponsorship for Celebration of Lakes fireworks
- Newlander Ave Workforce Housing Concept update
- Park Street Parking Lot development update
- Chisago Lake Ambassador Program support request
- Holmquist Loan Refinancing update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request for a property in the Shoreland Overlay District. The applicant seeks to exceed the maximum impervious surface coverage limit to allow for a 12x12 foot storage shed.
- Public hearing for variance request at 30430 Park Street regarding 25.4% impervious surface coverage