Rochester, Minnesota

Sustainability and Resiliency Commission

The Rochester Sustainability and Resiliency Commission will approve the June meeting minutes, adopt a community‑led tactic reporting approach for the Sustainability and Resiliency Plan, and adopt the updated Sustainability Spotlight Guidelines and the remaining 2026 authors. Several agenda items, including Air Quality Alliance Initiatives, staff updates, and the events calendar, are listed as requiring no action.

• Approve June meeting minutes (Item 2.A)
• Approve community‑led tactic reporting approach (Item 4.A)
• Approve updated Sustainability Spotlight Guidelines and remaining 2026 authors (Item 5.A)
• Air Quality Alliance Initiatives – no action required (Item 5.B)
• Staff Updates – no action required (Item 6.A)

Citizens Advisory on Transit

The board will endorse project goals for improving pavement and safety on Elton Hills Drive NW from Broadway Avenue to east of Assisi Drive NW. They will select a preferred cross section to advise the City Council. Other items are routine: approving minutes, receiving a transit report, and public comment.

• Endorse goals for Elton Hills Drive NW improvements: better pavement and safety for all users
• Select preferred cross section for City Council advisory
• Approve minutes from May 14, 2026 meeting
• Receive transit April 2026 report (information only)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will vote on a consent agenda (minutes from June 10) and forward a recommendation to the City Council for the Century Valley Fifth major land subdivision, creating 16 residential lots on 17.62 acres. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a major modification request by Tiny Giant LLC for a 19-unit townhouse development, seeking relief from buffer yard, parking setback, and recreation area requirements. Public comment will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Approval of June 10, 2026 meeting minutes
• Major Land Subdivision CD2026-009PLAT (Century Valley Fifth) – 16 lots on 17.62 acres
• Public hearing on Major Modification CD2026-005MOD by Tiny Giant LLC – relief from Section 60.400.020F(6)&(7) (buffer yard and parking setback) and Section 60.400.070E(8) (recreation area) for a 19-unit townhouse development

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a major modification for Tiny Giant LLC townhomes. The commission also recommended approval of a major land subdivision for Century Valley Fifth to the City Council.

• Approved Major Modification CD2026-005MOD for Tiny Giant LLC townhomes (Unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation of approval for Major Land Subdivision CD2026-009PLAT (Century Valley Fifth) to City Council (Unanimous)
• Approved June 10, 2026 meeting minutes and video (Unanimous)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will vote on two certificates of appropriateness: one for an addition and renovation at 311 Broadway Avenue (addressing 309-317) and another for sign alterations at 501 N Broadway (formerly Struve Paints), including removal of a clock and rebranding of a paint can sign. The commission will also accept minutes from May 19, 2026, receive an informational update on the Certified Local Government Program, and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for addition/renovation at 309-317 Broadway Avenue (311 Broadway) with condition
• Certificate of Appropriateness for sign alteration at 501 N Broadway: removal of clock and rebranding of paint can sign
• Consent agenda: minutes of May 19, 2026 meeting
• Open public comment period for non-agenda items
• Information item: Certified Local Government Program update

Public Utility Board

The Rochester Public Utility Board will vote on a resolution authorizing up to $20 million for the GT1 Recovery Project. Consent items include a $240,000 bucket truck purchase, a $290,000 aerial device, and eminent domain authority for the Mankato to Mississippi River Transmission Project. A $671,000 contract for Apache Tower #87 rehabilitation and repainting is also up for award. The board will adopt updated 2026 Electric Service Rules and Regulations effective July 1.

• Authorization of up to $20 million for Cascade Creek Gas Turbine 1 Recovery Project
• Eminent domain resolution for Mankato to Mississippi River Transmission Project easements
• Award of $671,000 contract to O&J Coatings Inc. for Apache Tower #87 rehabilitation
• Purchase of utility bucket truck V789 for up to $240,000 and aerial device P972 for up to $290,000
• Adoption of revised 2026 Electric Service Rules and Regulations

The Rochester Public Utility Board unanimously approved the agenda and a series of consent items, including vehicle and equipment purchases, an eminent‑domain resolution, and a multi‑year pole‑inspection contract. It also approved a $671,000 contract for Apache Tower #87 rehabilitation, adopted the 2026 Electric Service Rules effective July 1, 2026, and authorized up to $20 million for the Cascade Creek GT1 Recovery project.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: May 19 minutes, $24,185,008.07 accounts payable, $240,000 fleet bucket truck V789, $290,000 aerial device P972, eminent‑domain resolution for Mankato‑Mississippi project, and pole‑inspection contract ($200,708.96 in 2026, $107,357.00 in 2027, $110,387.28 in 2028) (unanimous)
• Approved $671,000 contract to O&J Coatings for Apache Tower #87 rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 Electric Service Rules and Regulations, effective July 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $20 million expenditure for Cascade Creek GT1 Recovery project and authorized the project manager to administer funds (unanimous)

City Council - Study Session

This is a City Council study session featuring presentations on urban economics (Urban3), tax increment financing (TIF) impacts, and a concept design review for Elton Hills Drive NW. No final votes are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information gathering.

• Urban3 presentation on land-use economics from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF) presentation on investment and community impact from 4:30-5:30 p.m.
• Elton Hills Dr NW concept design review from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
• Review of the study session schedule at 6:30 p.m.

Library Board

The Library Board will hear public comments and updates from the Foundation, Friends group, SELCO, and the Advocacy Committee. It will approve routine items such as the May 20 minutes, June 11 accounts payable of $110,840.34, and contracts signed by the Library Director. The board will also approve a plan for Board, Foundation, and Friends activities and consider a proposal to recommend a budget adjustment to City Council for purchasing a Delivery & Outreach Van.

• Approve minutes for the May 20, 2026 Library Board meeting
• Approve accounts payable of $110,840.34 for June 11, 2026
• Accept contracts signed by the Library Director
• Approve plan for Board, Foundation, and Friends engagement activities
• Approve proposal to recommend a budget adjustment for a Library Delivery & Outreach Van

The Rochester Library Board unanimously approved a proposal to recommend a budget adjustment to the City Council for the purchase of a Delivery and Outreach Van. The board also approved a plan for 2026 activities involving the Board, Foundation, and Friends, and accepted the consent agenda including $110,840.34 in accounts payable.

• Approved budget adjustment request for Delivery and Outreach Van (6-0)
• Approved 2026 Board, Foundation, and Friends engagement plan (6-0)
• Approved $110,840.34 in accounts payable (6-0)
• Accepted May 2026 monthly reports
• Accepted contracts signed by Library Director
• Approved meeting minutes of May 20, 2026
• Received and filed updates from Library Foundation, Friends, SELCO, and Advocacy Committee
• Received and filed 2026-27 Action Plan

Sustainability and Resiliency Commission

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission will discuss and approve a recommendation report on a natural gas franchise fee. They will also provide feedback on a municipal sustainability dashboard. Several items are for information only with no action required.

• Discuss and approve recommendation report on Natural Gas Franchise Fee
• Provide feedback on Municipal Sustainability Dashboard
• No action required on Healthy Home Helpers update
• No action required on Sustainability and Resiliency Plan community-led tactic reporting
• Approve May meeting minutes

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission approved the May meeting minutes and a City Council recommendation report regarding natural gas franchise fee pilot programs. Other agenda items, including the Municipal Sustainability Dashboard and Healthy Home Helpers, required no formal action.

• Approved May meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved City Council recommendation report on Natural Gas Franchise Fee Pilot Programs (7-0)

Ethical Practices Board

The Ethical Practices Board will approve the minutes from its April 16, 2026 meeting, welcome two new members, receive updates on inquiries, hold a public comment period, and vote on officer nominations for the June 2026‑2027 term.

• Approve meeting minutes of April 16, 2026
• Welcome new board members Morgan Muenster and Ndidi Nwaneri
• Report on inquiries received to date
• Officer nominations for June 2026‑2027 term
• Open public comment period (15‑minute limit)

The Ethical Practices Board approved the April 16, 2026 meeting minutes and elected Faye Harris as Chair, Nick Nedland as Vice Chair, and Timothy Hornseth as Secretary for the 2026-2027 term. The meeting also addressed a single anonymous complaint inquiry.

• Approved April 16, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1-2)
• Welcomed new members Morgan Muenster and Ndidi Nwaneri
• Nominated Faye Harris as Chair (unanimous)
• Nominated Nick Nedland as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Nominated Timothy Hornseth as Secretary (unanimous)
• Forwarded anonymous complaint inquiry to appropriate department
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on applying for a FEMA SAFER grant to hire 15 firefighters and hold a public hearing on conduit housing bonds for the DevCo Rochester Apartments. The consent agenda includes a $2.16 million change order for artificial turf at the Regional Sports and Recreation Center, contracts for Mayo Clinic utility and parking projects, and a $417,000 arena lighting replacement. A first reading of the Housing Code text amendment will also be received.

• FEMA SAFER grant application to hire 15 firefighters
• Change order $2,160,036.50 for artificial turf at Regional Sports and Recreation Center
• Contract $417,000 with Musco Lighting for Mayo Civic Arena lighting replacement
• Public hearing on Conduit Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for DevCo Rochester Apartments
• City-Owner contracts for Mayo Clinic gas main extension ($346,262.50) and South Parking Structure ($97,715)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will forward a recommendation to the City Council to deny a conditional use permit for a limestone aggregate quarry by MGK LLC. It will also continue a public hearing on a major modification request by Tiny Giant LLC seeking relief from neighborhood protection standards and parking setbacks. The consent agenda includes approval of the May 13, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit No. CD2026-008CUP by MGK LLC for a limestone aggregate quarry – recommendation of denial to City Council
• Major Modification No. CD2026-005MOD by Tiny Giant LLC – continued public hearing on relief from bufferyard plantings, parking lot setback, and recreation area requirements
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from May 13, 2026

The Planning & Zoning Commission denied a Conditional Use Permit for an airport quarry project and continued a townhomes major modification to the next meeting. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved agenda order (9-0)
• Approved May 13, 2026 minutes (6-0-1)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit CD2026-008CUP for MGK LLC (8-0)
• Continued Major Modification CD2026-005MOD to June 24, 2026 (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission

The commission will review the April 13, 2026, meeting minutes. The agenda includes an update regarding Mayo Clinic construction and transportation, as well as a Lime update.

• Review of April 13, 2026, meeting minutes
• Mayo Clinic Construction & Transportation Update
• Lime Update

The commission approved the minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting. Members discussed Mayo Clinic construction and transportation updates and held a discussion with Lime representatives. No substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved April 13, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved agenda order with addition of Ethan Swanson discussion (Unanimous)
• Approved adding non-authorized motorized vehicles on trails to future discussions (Unanimous)

Outside Agency Oversight Committee

The Outside Agency Oversight Committee will review financial statements and operating reliance ratios for ten city-funded organizations. The meeting will approve second quarter 2026 disbursements to these agencies. This oversight tracks how public funds are allocated to local arts, business development, and community service groups.

• Approving Q2 2026 disbursements for nine outside agencies, including $46,250 for the Rochester Art Center and $31,250 for the Rochester Downtown Alliance.
• Reviewing financial statements and operating reliance ratios for 125 Live, History Center, RAEDI, and others.
• Approving minutes and video from the February 23, 2026 committee meeting.
• Noting a $5,400 phone line funding shift from the Human Rights Commission to the Youth Council.
• Hosting a brief presentation and Q&A with Rochester Civic Theatre representatives.

City Council - Study Session

The Council will hear presentations on the Fire Department, Mayo Field, and the 2026 Legislative Session. Following that, they will hold closed executive sessions to discuss potential CapX 2020 litigation and to consider offers for specific real property parcels.

• 2026 Fire Department Update
• Mayo Field Update
• 2026 Legislative Session Update
• Closed session on CapX 2020 Transmission Lines litigation
• Closed session on real property purchase/sale offers (7 parcels listed)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on five variance and appeal requests. The board will vote to deny a variance to allow a cannabis retail use near a daycare, deny a variance for continuation of a development under prior code, and approve a rear yard setback reduction from 20 to 5 feet. Other items include denying a variance at 621 Center St and an appeal by Regency Consolidated Residential, LLC. The board will also approve minutes from the May 6 meeting.

• Approve minutes of May 6, 2026 meeting
• Deny Variance No. CD2026-002VAR by Broadway Enterprises LLC to continue development under prior code
• Approve Variance No. CD2026-003VAR by Elias Construction to reduce rear setback from 20 to 5 feet
• Deny Variance No. CD2026-004VAR by Matthew Boshcka for reduced separation between cannabis retail and daycare
• Deny Variance No. CD2026-005VAR by 621 Center St LLC and Appeal No. CD2026-001AP by Regency Consolidated Residential, LLC

The Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals denied three of five variance requests and accepted one appeal. A variance to reduce the separation distance between a retail cannabis use and a child daycare facility was unanimously denied. The board approved a variance to reduce a rear yard setback from 20 to 5 feet for a residential project, and accepted an appeal regarding the definition of a building facade.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2026 (4-0-1-2, one abstention)
• Denied variance CD2026-002VAR by Broadway Enterprises LLC (4-0-2-1, one recusal)
• Approved variance CD2026-003VAR by Elias Construction to reduce rear yard setback from 20ft to 5ft (unanimous)
• Denied variance CD2026-004VAR by Matthew Boshcka to reduce separation distance between retail cannabis and child daycare (unanimous)
• Denied variance CD2026-005VAR by 621 Center St LLC (4-1-2)
• Accepted appeal CD2026-001AP by Regency Consolidated Residential, LLC regarding facade definition (4-1-2)

Police Policy Oversight Commission

The Police Policy Oversight Commission will review and discuss three policies—ALPR policies 427 and 804 and immigration policy 413—at its June 9, 2026 meeting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting, approval of the agenda, public comment, and a motion to continue the rules and regulations discussion at the next meeting. No formal decisions on the policies are listed in the agenda.

• Approve minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approve the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Discussion of ALPR Policy 427
• Discussion of ALPR Policy 804
• Discussion of Immigration Policy 413

The Police Policy Oversight Commission approved the minutes from the March 17, 2026, meeting and the agenda for the June 9, 2026, meeting. The group discussed ALPR and immigration policies but continued the discussion on commission rules to the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved March 17, 2026, minutes [unanimous]
• Approved June 9, 2026, agenda [unanimous]
• Continued rules discussion to next meeting [unanimous]
• Adjourned meeting [unanimous]

Park Board

The Park Board will review several consent items including a skate park expansion and playground replacements. The board is also directed to negotiate terms for a new curling facility at Gamehaven Regional Park.

• $996,400 construction contract for Silver Lake Skate Park expansion with California Skateparks
• Temporary relocation of Rochester Rowing Club to Cascade Lake during Silver Lake dredging
• Replacement of playground equipment at Cimarron Park via Webber Recreation
• Negotiations for a curling facility within Gamehaven Regional Park
• Acceptance of MRPA Award of Excellence for Soldiers Field Memorial Park

The Park Board unanimously approved a $996,400 contract for the Silver Lake Skate Park expansion, contingent on grant finalization. Members also authorized staff to negotiate terms for a new curling facility at Gamehaven Regional Park and approved a playground replacement at Cimarron Park. Additional actions included approving May department bills, authorizing a temporary rowing club relocation, and updating city financial policies.

• Approved $996,400 Silver Lake Skate Park expansion contract (unanimous)
• Authorized negotiation for a curling facility at Gamehaven Regional Park (unanimous)
• Approved playground equipment replacement quote for Cimarron Park (unanimous)
• Authorized temporary relocation of Rochester Rowing Club to Cascade Lake (unanimous)
• Approved May 2026 Parks and Recreation department bills (unanimous)
• Authorized implementation of updated city financial policies (unanimous)
• Adopted May 5, 2026 meeting minutes as official record (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing $948,660 for design services for a year-round indoor dome at the Regional Sports and Recreation Complex, along with other design and financing steps. The consent agenda includes a $62.9 million bond sale for the complex, multiple construction and service contracts, and appointments. Public hearings are scheduled for a major land subdivision and amendments to the 2026 Master Fee Schedule.

• Phase Two Indoor Recreation: design contract for indoor dome ($948,660) and preconstruction services ($24,000)
• Sale of $62,900,000 General Obligation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds for Regional Sports and Recreational Complex
• Reconstruction of 18th Ave SW from Mayowood Rd SW to 40th St SW (Project J7346) – bid advertisement authorized
• University of Minnesota Rochester tenant improvements at One and Two Discovery Square – up to $3,000,000 in funding and $4,697,088 in sales tax release
• Major Land Subdivision CD2026-007PLAT – Creekview Meadows Fourth, 12.6 acres into 15 residential lots and 3 outlots

Airport Commission

The Rochester Airport Commission will consider several new business items, including change orders for firefighting equipment and protective clothing, and a major bid award for the Corporate Hangar Area Site Development Project. The commission will also receive financial and operational reports for April 2026 and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Awarding a $6,685,001.75 contract to Elcor Construction Company for the Corporate Hangar Area Site Development Project at Rochester International Airport
• Change Order #1 with Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC for $99,952 for vehicle options on a new Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle
• Change Order #1 with Clarey's Safety Equipment for $38,100 for additional protective clothing related to the new ARFF vehicle
• Professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for $672,510 to provide construction administration services for the hangar project
• Accepting grant amendments from MnDOT and FAA for the ARFF vehicle and hangar projects

City Council - Study Session

The City Council held a study session to review proposed updates to Rochester's financial policies, a stormwater water quality treatment credit transfer policy, and an analysis of disconnected parcels and trail gaps. No formal votes were taken; items were presented for discussion.

• Presentation of Rochester Financial Policies Update
• Stormwater Water Quality Treatment Credit Transfer Policy and Program Development
• Council Initiated Action for Disconnected Parcels/Trail Gap Analysis
• Discussion of future study session schedule

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will meet to consider approving the backgrounds of seven police officer candidates. Other business includes approval of the April 1, 2026 meeting minutes and public comment.

• Approve police officer backgrounds for seven candidates (item 5.A)
• Approve minutes from April 1, 2026 meeting (item 4.A)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will vote on a Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 421 9th Avenue and approve a framework for the HPC Awards program. Other discussions include the Old Lourdes High School site and Struve's Paint Shop & Signs, with no specific actions recommended.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 421 9th Avenue
• Approval of HPC Awards program framework
• Discussion on Old Lourdes High School site (no action)
• Discussion on Struve's Paint Shop & Signs (no action)

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a historic inventory update for the Struve Building and its signage, and authorized the committee to announce a new awards program. The commission also accepted the minutes of the previous meeting and approved a window replacement permit.

• Accepted April 28, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved window replacement at 421 9th Avenue (unanimous)
• Added Struve Building, clock, and paint can sign to historic inventory (6-3)
• Authorized committee to announce creation of HPC awards (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Public Utility Board

The Public Utility Board will vote on consent agenda items including approval of accounts payable totaling $12,736,807.55 and a collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Inside Group for 2026-2028. They will also consider awarding a $674,196 contract for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Project, with a contingency allowing up to $1,060,000. Informational updates on the 2027 budget assumptions and Cascade Creek Gas Turbine 1 recovery are scheduled, followed by an executive session on a potential litigation matter.

• Review of accounts payable for 04/09/2026–05/08/2026 totaling $12,736,807.55
• Approve $268,251.48 for annual Cayenta software maintenance with N. Harris Computer Corporation
• Adopt resolution for collective bargaining agreement with IBEW Inside Group for 2026–2028
• Authorize $406,895 for Ponderosa Pines Booster Station improvements from Water Utility capital budget
• Award bid for 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Project to A-1 Excavating LLC for $674,196 (total project up to $1,060,000)

The Rochester Public Utility Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and several consent items, including a $268,251.48 payment for Cayenta software maintenance, adoption of the IBEW‑Inside Group collective bargaining agreement, and a $406,895 capital allocation for the Ponderosa Pines Booster Station. It also approved awarding a $674,196 contract to A‑1 Excavating for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement project, authorizing up to $385,804 in contingency for a total of $1,060,000. Officers were elected with Malachi McNeilus as President, Wendy Turri as Vice‑President, and Erin Henry‑Loftus as Secretary. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Cayenta software maintenance payment $268,251.48 (unanimous)
• Adopted IBEW‑Inside Group CBA for 2026‑2028 (unanimous)
• Approved $406,895 capital for Ponderosa Pines Booster Station (unanimous)
• Awarded $674,196 contract to A‑1 Excavating for Lead Service Line Replacement, authorized $385,804 contingency for total $1,060,000 (unanimous)
• Elected Malachi McNeilus as Board President (unanimous)
• Elected Wendy Turri as Vice‑President (unanimous)
• Appointed Erin Henry‑Loftus as Board Secretary (unanimous)

Library Board

The Rochester Public Library Board will vote on a consent agenda including approval of $194,407.44 in accounts payable and minutes. The board will also consider a proposal to launch a Library At Home service via an agreement with Family Service Rochester, approve policy updates to several board policies, and finalize a parking pilot survey.

• Approve accounts payable of $194,407.44 for May 14, 2026
• Approve Library At Home service agreement with Family Service Rochester
• Approve updated SELS (Southeast Library System) agreement
• Approve policy updates for Undesignated Gifts, Volunteer, Volunteer Recognition, and Public Relations
• Approve final draft of parking pilot survey questions

The Library Board approved a proposal for Library At Home services via Family Service Rochester and an updated agreement with the Southeast Library System (SELS). The board also approved several policy updates and the final draft of a parking pilot survey. Financial disbursements of $194,407.44 were approved.

• Approved Library At Home services agreement with Family Service Rochester (Unanimous)
• Approved updated agreement with SELS (Unanimous)
• Approved policy updates for Undesignated Gifts, Volunteer, Volunteer Recognition, and Public Relations (Unanimous)
• Approved final draft of parking pilot survey questions (Unanimous)
• Approved $194,407.44 in total disbursements for May 14, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Accepted April 15, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Accepted April 2026 monthly reports (Unanimous)
• Accepted contracts signed by the Library Director (Unanimous)

Citizens Advisory on Transit

The Citizens Advisory on Transit will vote to elect a new chair and decide on future meeting dates and times. Members will also receive informational updates on Rochester Public Transit operations, 2026 priorities, and spring service changes.

• Vote to elect a new Chair for the committee
• Discussion and vote on new meeting dates and times
• Transit March 2026 Report (information only)
• 2026 Transit Priorities and Outlook (information only)
• Spring 2026 Transit Service Changes Update (information only)

The committee approved the February 12 minutes and the agenda unanimously. Michael Schnell was unanimously elected to serve as Chair of the Citizens Advisory on Transit. Future meetings were set for the second Friday of each month at noon, also by unanimous vote.

• Approved February 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Elected Michael Schnell as Chair (unanimous)
• Set meeting dates to second Friday each month at noon (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes multiple budget amendments, construction contracts, and a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application for demonstration projects on 4th St SE, 3rd Ave SE, and 11th Ave SW/NW. A public hearing is scheduled for a vacation petition at 3955 & 3975 Superior Dr NW. Ordinance second readings are set for a Unified Development Code amendment and mobile food unit regulations.

• Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application for demonstration project on 4th St SE, 3rd Ave SE, and 11th Ave SW/NW
• Budget amendment of $1,009,700 for Silver Lake Dam modification project
• Electric utility budget amendments totaling $2,800,000 for new services and distribution transformers
• Contract with Griffin Construction for $1,842,488.16 for sanitary sewer maintenance on 2 St SE and 16 Ave SE
• Housing Code text amendment and ordinance second readings for UDC and mobile food units

Charter Commission

This meeting of the Rochester Charter Commission is largely procedural. The main substantive item is a review and discussion of edits to the Home Rule Charter for clarity and technical consistency. Public comment is allowed for items not on the agenda.

• Review Home Rule Charter for clarification and technical revisions
• Approve meeting minutes of March 10, 2026
• Open comment period for items not on the agenda

The commission unanimously approved a series of motions to repeal and retain specific sections of the Home Rule Charter, amend succession language, continue charter review through September, and cancel the July meeting. All motions passed with no dissent. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved repeal of section 3.011 and forward to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved keeping section 3.02 on residency requirements unchanged (unanimous)
• Approved keeping section 3.06 on vacancy in elective office unchanged (unanimous)
• Approved taking no action on section 4.00 regarding Mayor duties except typo and gender correction (unanimous)
• Approved amendment of section 4.05 subd. 5 to establish councilmember‑at‑large succession order (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of Home Rule Charter review to September meeting (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of the July meeting (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (unanimous)

Sustainability and Resiliency Commission

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission will discuss two main projects: a natural gas franchise fee pilot program and Healthy Home Helpers outreach strategies. No formal actions are scheduled. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, an informational overview from Olmsted County, and public comment.

• Discuss natural gas franchise fee pilot program concepts (no formal action)
• Discuss Healthy Home Helpers outreach strategies (formerly Healthy Air and Homes Initiative)
• Hear Olmsted County sustainability overview (informational)
• Approve April 2026 meeting minutes
• Open comment period for items not on the agenda

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission unanimously approved its April meeting minutes and an agenda amendment to move a presentation before old business. No formal actions were taken on the Natural Gas Franchise Fee or Healthy Home Helpers program, which were discussed only. A presentation from Olmsted County on sustainability was received with no action required.

• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment moving New Business Item 5.A before Old Business Item 4.A due to guest speaker (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will forward a recommendation to the City Council for a major land subdivision creating 15 residential lots on 12.6 acres. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a credit union's request for additional parking spaces beyond the maximum allowed.

• Major Land Subdivision No. CD2026-007PLAT by Creekview Meadows, LLC for 15 residential lots and 3 outlots on 12.6 acres
• Public Hearing on Travel Demand Management Plan No. CD2026-006CUP for First Alliance Credit Union to add 4 parking spaces beyond the maximum
• Approval of minutes from April 22, 2026 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously forwarded a recommendation to the City Council to approve the Creekview Meadows Fourth major land subdivision, creating 15 residential lots on 12.6 acres with amended conditions. The commission also approved a Travel Demand Management Plan allowing First Alliance Credit Union to add 7 parking stalls beyond the maximum, with conditions requiring a site plan amendment and future TDM for any further parking increase. Commissioners discussed broader parking policies, noting the need to balance parking maximums with business viability and comprehensive plan goals.

• Approved order of agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 22, 2026, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Forwarded recommendation to Council to approve Major Land Subdivision CD2026-007PLAT (Creekview Meadows Fourth), subdividing 12.6 acres into 15 residential lots and 3 outlots, with condition amended to require Phase 4 completion (5-0)
• Approved Travel Demand Management Plan CD2026-006CUP for First Alliance Credit Union, permitting 7 additional parking stalls with two conditions (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council - Study Session - Downtown Walking Tour

This study session is an educational downtown walking tour starting at the University of Minnesota Rochester. No official decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the tour will not be livestreamed or recorded. The council will also review its study session schedule.

• Downtown walking tour starting at UMR Galleria (111 Broadway Avenue S) at 3:30 p.m.
• Guided walk from City Hall departs at 3:15 p.m. for transportation only
• Review of upcoming study session schedule

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two variance requests. It will approve Variance CD2026-001VAR for Allied Emergency Veterinary Services, increasing the permitted freestanding sign height to 25 feet and the sign face area to 130 sq ft. It will deny Variance CD2026-002VAR for Broadway Enterprises, rejecting a continuation of a development that does not meet current Unified Development Code standards. The board will also approve the minutes from the January 7 2026 meeting.

• Approve minutes of the January 7, 2026 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting
• Approve Variance CD2026-001VAR: raise sign height from 15 ft to 25 ft and face area from 64 sq ft to 130 sq ft for Allied Emergency Veterinary Services
• Deny Variance CD2026-002VAR: reject continuation of Broadway Enterprises development that predates Unified Development Code standards

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Allied Emergency Veterinary Services LLC to increase freestanding sign dimensions. A separate variance request from Broadway Enterprises LLC was continued to a future date due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved Variance No. CD2026-001VAR for Allied Emergency Veterinary Services LLC to increase freestanding sign height from 15 to 25 feet and area from 64 to 130 square feet (Unanimous)
• Approved continuing Variance No. CD2026-002VAR by Broadway Enterprises LLC to May 20, 2026, or June 3, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes and video of January 7, 2026, meeting (Unanimous)

Park Board

The Park Board will consider several consent agenda items, including authorizing a design agreement for the Silver Lake Skate Park expansion and approving quotes and bids for improvements to Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. The board will also receive a presentation from the Rochester Parks Foundation on fundraising for recreation amenities at the Silver Lake Pool. Monthly reports and financial performance updates are informational items.

• Authorizing an agreement with California Skate Parks for design services for the Silver Lake Skate Park expansion
• Approving quotes and bids for various work scopes at Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
• Permitting alcohol consumption at the 2026 FORWARD Park Concert and Riverside Music Series
• Authorizing an agreement with the Rochester Area Disc Golf Association
• Approving an extension of the agreement between the Rochester Recreation Center and the Rochester Grizzlies hockey team (2026-2028)

The Park Board approved construction bids for Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and authorized design services for the Silver Lake Skate Park expansion. The board also extended a facility use agreement with the Rochester Grizzlies and approved a new Canopy Loss Fee Policy.

• Authorized quotes and bids for Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park (Unanimous)
• Authorized design services agreement with California Skate Parks for Silver Lake Skate Park expansion (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Rochester Area Disc Golf Association without master plan requirement (4-3)
• Approved extension of Rochester Recreation Center agreement with Rochester Grizzlies (Unanimous)
• Approved Canopy Loss Fee Policy (Unanimous)
• Permitted alcohol consumption at 2026 FORWARD Park Concert and 2026 Riverside Music Series (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2026 Parks and Recreation Department bills (Unanimous)
• Adopted April 7, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider consent agenda items including multiple contract awards, development agreements, and appointments. Public hearings include issuing conduit housing revenue bonds for Commons at Bear Creek and approving a conditional use permit for the 6th St Bridge. First readings proposed dangerous dogs ordinance amendments and renaming a section of 45th St SE to Gameday Dr SE.

• Contract award to Brennan Construction of MN, Inc. for $2,030,000 for Link BRT drivers facilities and public restrooms (Project J8707)
• Issuance of Conduit Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for the Commons at Bear Creek
• Development agreement with Oak Grove RST LLC for Prairie Oaks residential development
• Contract award to Western Specialty Contractors for $94,995 (Third Street Ramp Restoration) and $128,286 (Civic Center Ramp Restoration)
• First reading of ordinance amending dangerous dog regulations (Section 3-1-17) and roadway name change of 45th St SE to Gameday Dr SE

Rochester Economic Development Authority

The Rochester Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to establish Development District No. 88. The resolution would also create Tax Increment Financing District No. 88‑1 and adopt its financing plan. The Authority would authorize a Development Assistance Agreement with Rochester I Limited Partnership for the new financing district.

• Establish Development District No. 88
• Create Tax Increment Financing District No. 88‑1 and adopt its plan
• Authorize Development Assistance Agreement with Rochester I Limited Partnership
• Approve minutes and video of the March 2, 2026 EDA meeting (consent agenda)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will consider approving a Certificate of Appropriateness for a proposed garage addition at 829 5th Street SW. Commissioners will also discuss a proposal for a historic preservation inventory strategy and an annual awards update. No public hearings are scheduled, and the meeting includes approval of previous minutes.

• Certificate of Appropriateness decision for garage addition at 829 5th Street SW
• Discussion of Commissioner Koestler's proposal for Historic Preservation Inventory Strategy
• Annual Awards Update discussion
• Approval of March 24, 2026 meeting minutes

The Heritage Preservation Commission extended the open public comment period by unanimous motion. It approved the order of agenda, accepted the March 24 minutes as the official record, and unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a garage addition at 829 5th Street SW. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Extended open public comment period (unanimous)
• Approved order of agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved March 24 minutes as official record (unanimous consent)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for garage addition at 829 5th St SW (unanimous, 7 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous, 7 ayes)

Public Utility Board

The Public Utility Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving $12.9 million in accounts payable, capital expenditures for two street reconstruction projects totaling $3.4 million, and the sale of transformers to Mayo Clinic for $320,769. Under the regular agenda, the board will consider a budget amendment of $1,009,700 for the Silver Lake Dam modification project and authorize up to $250,000 for engineering design of the Kalmar Booster Station.

• Review of accounts payable: $12,938,664.02
• 18th Avenue SW Reconstruction: authorize up to $2,295,000 (electric) and $1,100,000 (water)
• East Center Street Reconstruction: authorize up to $500,000 (electric) and $900,000 (water)
• Sale of six electric distribution transformers to Mayo Clinic for $320,769.10
• Silver Lake Dam modification budget amendment: $1,009,700

The Public Utility Board approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda that included capital expenditures for the 18th Avenue SW and East Center Street reconstruction projects, a solar grant acceptance, and a budget amendment increasing electric utility allocations. It awarded the 2026 Electric Manhole Rebuild contract to Dig America, Inc., and authorized $250,000 for Kalmar Booster Station engineering design. The board also approved a reimbursement agreement for future water‑fund bond issuance and a $1,009,700 budget amendment for the Silver Lake Dam project, and accepted the 2025 financial audit report. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda with order change (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: capital expenditures $2.295M electric & $1.1M water for 18th Ave SW, $500K electric & $900K water for East Center St, solar grant acceptance, sale of six transformers to Mayo Clinic for $320,769.10, electric budget amendment adding $2.3M New Services and $500K Distribution Transformer allocations, renewable energy objective filing, MnDOT water‑main valve agreement (unanimous)
• Awarded 2026 Electric Manhole Rebuild to Dig America, Inc. for $393,046.30 with up to $491,307 total (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $250,000 for Kalmar Booster Station engineering design (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement agreement enabling future bond issuance for water‑fund capital projects (unanimous)
• Approved $1,009,700 electric utility budget amendment for Silver Lake Dam modification (unanimous)
• Accepted 2025 financial audit report and placed on file (unanimous)

Fire Civil Service Commission

The commission will vote on approving the Motor Operator Eligibility Register, a step in the hiring process for fire department personnel. They will also acknowledge Commissioner Clifford Hodde for his years of service. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Approve Motor Operator Eligibility Register
• Acknowledge Commissioner Clifford Hodde for service
• Approve minutes of January 20, 2026 meeting
• Open public comment period (4 min/speaker, 15 min total)

City Council - Study Session

The Rochester City Council will hold a study session to receive presentations on three major topics: the proposed Rochester Regional Sports Center, Stadium & Sports Fields; the final draft of the Comprehensive Surface Water Management Plan; and a preview of the University of Minnesota Rochester Strategic Growth Plan. No votes are expected as this is a discussion-only session.

• Presentation on Rochester Regional Sports Center, Stadium & Sports Fields (3:30-4:30 p.m.)
• Presentation on Comprehensive Surface Water Management Plan Final Draft (4:30-5:30 p.m.)
• Presentation on University of Minnesota Rochester Strategic Growth Plan Preview (5:30-6:30 p.m.)
• Discussion of future study session schedule

Planning & Zoning Commission

This meeting of the Planning & Zoning Commission is largely procedural, including approval of the previous meeting's minutes and two informational presentations—one from the Mode Shift Coordinator and one on Urban Design & Heritage Preservation. No public hearings or action items with dollar amounts or project-specific decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting
• Presentation by Mode Shift Coordinator
• Presentation on Urban Design & Heritage Preservation

The Planning & Zoning Commission met on April 22, 2026, but took no substantive land-use or zoning actions. The only formal decisions were approval of the meeting order and the minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of presentations and a City Council recap.

• Approved the order of the agenda (5-0, unanimous)
• Approved the minutes and video of the April 8, 2026 meeting as official record (5-0, unanimous)

Ethical Practices Board

The Ethical Practices Board will review a complaint/inquiry submitted on April 7, 2026, and receive updates on amendments to City Code 2-16 (Public Ethics) and the City's 311 system. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, reports on inquiries, an open comment period, and a discussion of two board members whose terms are expiring. No final decisions are indicated on the agenda.

• Approving meeting minutes of February 19, 2026
• Update on amendments to City Code 2-16 – Public Ethics
• Update on City of Rochester 311 system
• Review of a complaint/inquiry submitted April 7, 2026
• Update on two board members with expiring terms

The board approved the February 19, 2026 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It then voted unanimously to dismiss the complaint filed on April 7, 2026. The meeting also set the agenda, gave updates on the city code, 311 system, and member term expirations, and then adjourned.

• Approved February 19, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Dismissed April 7, 2026 complaint (unanimous)

Library Board

At its April 15 meeting, the Rochester Library Board unanimously approved updates to four policies (Cash Control, Contract Approval, Expenditure, and Staff Ethics), accepted the annual review of Library Director Karen Lemke, and approved a pilot Teen Library Council. The board also approved a marketing plan and a data collection plan for a parking pilot, and accepted monthly reports and accounts payable of $150,094.90.

• Approved policy updates to Cash Control, Contract Approval, Expenditure, and Staff Ethics
• Accepted annual performance review of Library Director Karen Lemke
• Approved a Teen Library Council pilot project
• Approved parking pilot marketing plan and data collection plan
• Approved accounts payable of $150,094.90 for April 9, 2026

The Library Board unanimously approved consent items including $150,094.90 in accounts payable, accepted the annual review of Library Director Karen Lemke, and approved a Teen Library Council pilot project. The board also approved updates to four policies (Cash Control, Contract Approval, Expenditure, Staff Ethics), measurements for the Library Strategic Plan, and both a marketing plan and data collection plan for a parking pilot. All votes were 8-0 with one member absent.

• Approved $150,094.90 in accounts payable (unanimous)
• Accepted annual review of Library Director Karen Lemke (unanimous)
• Approved Teen Library Council pilot project (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Cash Control, Contract Approval, Expenditure, and Staff Ethics policies (unanimous)
• Approved measurements for Library Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Approved parking pilot marketing plan (unanimous)
• Approved parking pilot data collection plan (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes a resolution to annex approximately 175 acres with Low-Density Residential - Small Lot (R-2) zoning, along with several Link Bus Rapid Transit (LinkBRT) related contracts and budget amendments totaling over $2.4 million. Public hearings are scheduled for a Unified Development Code text amendment and a Housing Code amendment. The council will also hold a second reading on a separate annexation of 124.61 acres with Mixed Use General (MX-G) zoning.

• Annexation of 175 acres (CD2026-002ANX) with R-2 zoning
• LinkBRT duct bank relocation budget amendment of $1,233,000
• Contract amendment for LinkBRT stations with a $1,214,523 change order
• Fiber optic relocation at airport: contract awarded for $1,075,192
• Second reading of annexation of 124.61 acres with MX-G zoning (K.1)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will consider awarding a $1,075,192.20 contract to Mathiowetz Construction for fiber optic relocation at Rochester International Airport, pending state and federal grants. Also up for action: authorizing a preliminary design contract for terminal parking lot reconstruction and approving a $99,952 change order for a new firefighting vehicle.

• Grant acceptance and $1,075,192.20 contract award to Mathiowetz Construction for ASR-11 Fiber Optic Relocation Project (7.A)
• Professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for preliminary design of Airport Terminal Parking Lot reconstruction (7.B)
• Change Order #1 with Oshkosh Airport Products for $99,952 in vehicle options on new ARFF vehicle (7.C)
• Receiving Airport Financials and Operational/Marketing Data reports for February 2026
• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2026 meeting

Citizens Advisory on Transit

The Citizens Advisory on Transit is meeting to approve minutes, receive a February 2026 transit report, and discuss mode shift and transportation demand management (TDM) strategies as an information item. No binding votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of Mode Shift and Transportation Demand Management (TDM) initiatives
• Transit February 2026 Report (information only)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission will review and provide feedback on a proposed prioritization framework for disconnected parcels and sidewalk/shared-use path gaps. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Downtown Commercial Historic District Vision Plan and an update on Mayo Clinic construction. Agenda items include approval of prior minutes and a follow-up on the Lime bike-share program.

• Review of connectivity gap prioritization criteria for disconnected parcels and path gaps (6.A)
• Receive and file update on Lime bike-share program follow-up items (4.B)
• Presentation on Downtown Commercial Historic District Vision Plan (7.A)
• Mayo Clinic construction and transportation update (7.B)

City Council - Study Session

The City Council will hear presentations on factors influencing the 2027 supplemental budget, an update on transformational capital projects, and community engagement on a natural gas franchise fee. No votes are scheduled; this is a study session for discussion only.

• Factors Influencing the 2027 Supplemental Budget – presentation
• Transformational Capital Projects Update – progress report
• Natural Gas Franchise Fee Community Engagement – discussion on fee structure and public input
• Study Session Schedule – planning future meetings

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will vote on recommendations to approve a Conditional Use Permit for flood wall alterations on the 6th Street Bridge and a Vacation Petition to vacate a 66-foot right-of-way on 2nd Avenue NW. A public hearing will be held on a Text Amendment to Section 60.200.040E of the Unified Development Code. The consent agenda includes approval of the March 25 meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit CD2026-003CUP for flood wall alterations on the 6th Street Bridge
• Vacation Petition CD2026-002VAC to vacate 66-foot right-of-way on 2nd Avenue NW
• Text Amendment CD2026-001TA to Section 60.200.040E of the Unified Development Code

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously forwarded recommendations to the City Council for a conditional use permit for flood wall alterations on the 6th St Bridge, a vacation petition for 2nd Ave. NW, and a text amendment to floodplain regulations. No public comment was received. All votes were unanimous.

• Forwarded recommendation to approve Conditional Use Permit CD2026-003CUP for 6th St Bridge flood wall changes (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation to approve Vacation Petition CD2026-002VAC for 2nd Ave. NW (unanimous)
• Forwarded recommendation to approve Text Amendment CD2026-001TA (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 25, 2026 (unanimous)

Sustainability and Resiliency Commission

The commission will discuss and possibly approve a recommendation report on a natural gas franchise fee engagement (45 minutes). They will also hear a 30-minute overview of pollinators and turfgrass conversion programs. Public comment is open for items not on the agenda. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and staff updates.

• Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement – discussion and possible recommendation to City Council (45 min)
• Pollinators and Turfgrass Conversion: Programs Overview (30 min)
• Approve March meeting minutes
• Open Comment Period for items not on the agenda

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission unanimously approved a recommendation report for the City Council regarding natural gas franchise fee engagement. The commission also approved the minutes from the March meeting.

• Approved City Council recommendation report on Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement (Unanimous)
• Approved March meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved moving New Business Item 5.A before Old Business Item 4.A on the agenda (Unanimous)

Police Civil Service Commission

The commission will consider approving a sergeant eligibility list and appointing three sergeants from that list. Other business includes approving minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting and a public comment period.

• Approve sergeant eligibility list and appoint three sergeants
• Approve minutes from March 16, 2026 meeting

The Police Civil Service Commission unanimously (3-0) approved the proposed sergeant eligibility list and appointed three sergeants. They also approved the agenda and minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting. No public comments were made.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 16, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved sergeant eligibility list and appointed three sergeants (3-0)

Park Board

The Park Board will consider consent agenda items including capital projects: authorizing $82,687 for Quarry Hill asset preservation fencing, supporting an intergenerational fitness area at Soldiers Field Park, and authorizing $465,246.81 for a splash pad at Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. The board will also receive monthly reports, approve bills, and discuss future agenda items.

• Authorize $82,687 quote from American Fence for Quarry Hill asset preservation fencing
• Approve support for intergenerational outdoor fitness area at Soldiers Field Park (FitLot, Inc.)
• Authorize playground equipment quote from St. Croix Recreation at Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
• Authorize $465,246.81 quote from Aquatix by Landscape Structures for splash pad at Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
• Receive Parks and Recreation monthly reports and year-to-date financial performance

The Park Board approved a $465,246.81 splash pad and authorized a playground quote for Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. They also authorized $82,687 for Quarry Hill fencing and approved a fitness area at Soldiers Field Park. Monthly bills and minutes were approved, and departmental reports were received.

• Approved minutes of March 3, 2026 (6-0)
• Received and filed Parks and Recreation monthly reports (unanimous)
• Approved monthly bills as presented (6-0)
• Received and filed financial performance YTD report (unanimous)
• Authorized $82,687 for Quarry Hill asset preservation fencing (consent, 6-0)
• Approved intergenerational fitness area at Soldiers Field Park (consent, 6-0)
• Authorized playground quote from St. Croix Recreation for MLK Park (6-0)
• Authorized $465,246.81 splash pad quote from Aquatix for MLK Park (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda with numerous routine items and hold public hearings on a sanitary sewer project, a final plat, and a vacation petition. Notable actions include awarding a $3.89M contract for sidewalk and pedestrian ramp improvements in NC District 2-1, which would establish a special assessment district, and a proposed ordinance amendment regarding dangerous dogs. Multiple street rehabilitation contracts, agreements with Mayo Clinic for utility infrastructure, and development agreements for residential projects are also on the agenda.

• Contract award to Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC for $3,886,587 for 2026 Sidewalk and Pedestrian Ramp Improvements, establishing NC District 2-1 and assessment rates
• Proposed ordinance amendment to Section 3-1-17 regarding dangerous dogs, referred to first reading
• Contract award to Rochester Sand & Gravel for $2,276,735 for 2026 Overlay Street Rehabilitation
• Contract award to Pearson Bros., Inc. for $873,916 for 2026 Chip Seal Street Rehabilitation
• Revocable permit and agreement with Mayo Clinic for electrical duct bank and geothermal piping in multiple street rights-of-way

Joint Airport Zoning Board

The Joint Airport Zoning Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the State Model Zoning Ordinance for Rochester International Airport. The board will also vote on minutes from the January 23, 2026 meeting.

• Public hearing on adopting the State Model Zoning Ordinance for Rochester International Airport
• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2026 meeting

The Joint Airport Zoning Board held a public hearing and voted unanimously to adopt the State Model Zoning Ordinance for Rochester International Airport. The ordinance updates airport zoning regulations. The board also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from a prior meeting.

• Adopted State Model Zoning Ordinance for Rochester International Airport (10-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (10-0)
• Approved minutes of January 23, 2026 (9-0, one absent)

Public Utility Board

The Rochester Public Utility Board will approve a $1.23 million budget amendment to relocate an electrical duct bank south of 2nd Street SW for the Link Bus Rapid Transit project. It will also authorize up to $700,000 for bucket‑truck retrofits for vehicles V776 and V777 and up to $400,000 for a five‑year Cintas uniform rental agreement. Additional actions include approving minutes, reviewing $12,241,214.48 of accounts payable, and adopting the 2025 Distributed Energy Resource report and tariff schedule.

• $1,233,000 budget amendment to relocate duct bank south of 2nd St SW between 12th Ave SW and 14th Ave SW (LinkBRT)
• Up to $700,000 for bucket‑truck retrofits for utility vehicles V776 and V777
• Up to $400,000 five‑year Cintas uniform rental and laundering services (2026‑2031)
• Review of accounts payable totaling $12,241,214.48 for 02/10/2026‑03/09/2026
• Approval of 2025 Distributed Energy Resource report and tariff schedule updates

The Public Utility Board approved its agenda and formally recognized Safety Manager Bob Cooke for retirement. The board unanimously approved a consent agenda that included a $700,000 fleet vehicle retrofit purchase, a $1,233,000 budget amendment to relocate an electrical duct bank for the LinkBRT project, a five‑year Cintas uniform rental agreement up to $400,000, and the 2025 Distributed Energy Resource report and tariff schedules. The meeting was adjourned at 5:38 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Recognized Safety Manager Bob Cooke for retirement (unanimous)
• Approved fleet vehicle retrofits purchase up to $700,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,233,000 budget amendment for duct bank relocation (unanimous)
• Approved Cintas uniform rental agreement up to $400,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Distributed Energy Resource Report (unanimous)
• Approved Distributed Energy Resource Tariff Schedules (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Music Board

This agenda is entirely procedural, containing only standard items: call to order, open comment period, consent agenda, reports, old business, new business, and adjournment. No specific ordinances, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion or action.

• Open comment period for public input on non-agenda items (15 min total, 4 min per speaker)
• Consent agenda, reports, old business, and new business sections are all empty of listed detail

The Rochester Music Board held a regular meeting but took no substantive decisions. The agenda included no items under consent, reports, old business, or new business. The only action was a unanimous vote to adjourn at 5:09 pm.

• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission holds public hearings on two conditional use permits. One by MAAB LLC seeks to place fill and build in the 100-year flood-prone subdistrict. Another by TSJ Parks, LLC proposes an assisted living/memory care facility in an R-2 zoning district. The commission also hears a presentation from the Mode Shift Coordinator.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CD2026-001CUP by MAAB LLC for placement of excavated fill in the 100-year Flood Prone subdistrict, compensatory stormwater storage, and building development
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CD2026-002CUP by TSJ Parks, LLC for construction of an Assisted Living/Memory Care Facility within an R-2 zoning district
• Presentation by the Mode Shift Coordinator
• Approval of minutes from January 28, 2026 meeting

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved the agenda order and accepted the January 28, 2026 minutes. It then approved Conditional Use Permit CD2026-001CUP for Benike Construction and Conditional Use Permit CD2026-002CUP for a nursing home facility in the R-2 zoning district, each with unanimous votes. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Accepted January 28, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CD2026-001CUP for Benike Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit CD2026-002CUP for nursing home facility (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will accept the minutes and video from its February 24, 2026 meeting. It will review the Certificate of Appropriateness application for a window insert replacement at 433 9th Ave SW and vote to approve or deny it. The commission will also approve appointments to the HPC Annual Awards Committee. Additional agenda items include public hearings and project updates.

• Review and vote on Certificate of Appropriateness for 433 9th Ave SW window insert replacement
• Approve appointments to the HPC Annual Awards Committee
• Accept minutes and video of the February 24, 2026 Heritage Preservation Commission meeting
• Public hearings (no specific items listed)
• Project updates (no specific items listed)

The Heritage Preservation Commission unanimously approved a certificate of appropriateness for window insert replacement at 433 9th Ave SW, finding it meets design guidelines. An initial motion included a suggestion that the project be treated as a minor alteration, but that clause was stricken 5-2 before final approval. The commission also appointed Commissioners Boeddeker and Wassmer to the newly formed HPC Awards Committee.

• Approved certificate of appropriateness for window insert replacement at 433 9th Ave SW (unanimous)
• Struck clause about treating project as minor alteration (5-2-1)
• Approved appointment of Commissioners Boeddeker and Wassmer to HPC Awards Committee (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2026 (unanimous consent)
• Suspended rules for extended public comment (unanimous)
• Suspended rules for applicant Q&A (unanimous)
• Approved agenda order (unanimous consent)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Sustainability and Resiliency Commission

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission will discuss the Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement project, with no action required. They will also appoint members to support 2026 sustainability events. Other items include approving February meeting minutes and public comment.

• Discuss Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement (no action required)
• Appoint SRC members for 2026 Sustainability Events participation
• Approve February meeting minutes
• Open comment period for items not on the agenda
• March Meeting Presentation (no action required)

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission unanimously approved the February meeting minutes. They appointed members to support 2026 sustainability events. The commission also discussed the Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement project but took no action. No public comments were received.

• Approved February meeting minutes (8-0)
• Appointed SRC members to attend and support 2026 sustainability events (no vote tally recorded)

City Council - Study Session - Special Learning Session

The City Council will hold a study session focused on a strengths-based leadership training facilitated by Bethany von Steinbergs. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the session is purely educational. An optional tour of the Rochester Regional Sports Center is also offered. The meeting will be held in person and will not be livestreamed.

• Learning session on Strengths Based Leadership facilitated by Bethany von Steinbergs (Flourish Consulting)
• Optional tour of the Rochester Regional Sports Center (851 30th Avenue SE)
• Discussion of the Study Session Schedule

Citizens Advisory on Transit

The Citizens Advisory on Transit will discuss updates from Fall 2025 service changes and review upcoming Spring 2026 changes. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a transit report for January 2026, and an open comments period. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2026 meeting
• Transit January 2026 Report (information only)
• Updates from Fall 2025 service changes and review of Spring 2026 changes

Police Policy Oversight Commission

The Police Policy Oversight Commission will approve minutes from December 2025, receive a presentation from the RPD Professional Standards Manager, and discuss reviewing the ordinance that created the commission to identify potential modifications to its rules and procedures.

• Approve minutes from December 9, 2025
• Presentation by RPD Professional Standards Manager
• Discussion on reviewing the PPOC ordinance for potential rule/procedure modifications

The Police Policy Oversight Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting. The agenda for the March 17, 2026 meeting was also adopted without dissent. The commission discussed the ordinance that creates the PPOC and agreed to submit a bulleted list of proposed changes to the City Attorney’s Office at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved December 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda for the meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed PPOC ordinance; will provide proposed changes at next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Rochester Library Board will consider approving the 2026-2029 Strategic Plan, the 2025 Minnesota Public Library Annual Report, and a Parking Pilot design with anticipated expenditures. Consent items include minutes, accounts payable of $168,294.20, monthly reports, and contracts signed by the Library Director. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Approve 2026-2029 Strategic Plan
• Approve 2026 Parking Pilot design and expenditures
• Approve submission of 2025 Minnesota Public Library Annual Report
• Approve accounts payable of $168,294.20 for March 12, 2026
• Accept contracts signed by the Library Director

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on issuing $750 million in general obligation revenue bonds through conduit financing on behalf of Mayo Clinic for facility renovations. The consent agenda includes approving an annexation of 124.61 acres with mixed-use zoning, a zone change for a 13-acre site from agriculture to single-family, amendments to ethics and mobile food unit ordinances, and several infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing on $750,000,000 conduit bond issuance for Mayo Clinic renovations
• Annexation of 124.61 acres with Mixed Use General (MX-G) zoning
• Zone change for 13-acre Oak Grove RST LLC site from AG to R-1
• Amendments to Public Ethics ordinance (Chapter 2-16) and Mobile Food Units ordinance (Chapter 5-21)
• Authorization to purchase used aerial fire apparatus with public safety funds

Charter Commission

The Rochester Charter Commission will consider a request to review the roles and responsibilities of the Mayor and City Administrator. They will also continue discussion on the process for determining ward boundaries. The commission will approve meeting minutes from November 20, 2025, and welcome new member John Wade. A 15-minute open comment period is scheduled for items not on the agenda.

• Request to review roles of Mayor and/or City Administrator
• Ward boundary process discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 20, 2025
• Welcome new member John Wade
• Open comment period for items not on the agenda

The Charter Commission approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting. It voted unanimously to continue reviewing the mayor and city administrator roles, send the document to the City Attorney, and receive feedback. A motion to continue the ward‑boundary discussion to the next regular meeting was denied (0‑12‑3), but an amended motion to defer the discussion until the September meeting was approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved review of mayor and city administrator roles, send to City Attorney (unanimous)
• Denied motion to continue ward‑boundary discussion to next regular meeting (0-12-3)
• Approved amended motion to continue ward‑boundary discussion to September meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission will receive and discuss a presentation on the Lime program's 2025 performance and vision for 2026. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and other routine business. No votes on new ordinances or contracts are anticipated.

• Lime Update: 2025 in Review and Vision for 2026 (discussion and staff recommendations)

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission approved its meeting agenda and accepted the February 9, 2026 minutes as the official record, both by unanimous vote. No old or new business was presented. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 9, 2026 minutes as official record (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Study Session

The City Council will receive presentations on five topics during a study session, including updates on the Housing Code, the Any Path Home Program, and Spongy Moth Management. No votes or decisions are expected; the session is for discussion and information gathering.

• Presentation on Spongy Moth Management by Minnesota Department of Agriculture
• Supporting Transformation Update
• Housing Code Update
• Any Path Home Program Update
• Study Session Schedule discussion

Park Board

The Rochester Park Board will consider several action items at its March 4 meeting, including a naming rights agreement with Olmsted Medical Center for the Recreation Center South Rink and Gymnasium. The board will also discuss the Cook Park Pickleball renovation, Hadley Creek Golf Course clubhouse repairs, and authorize the purchase of playground mulch. Additionally, the board will receive monthly reports and approve bills.

• Approving the Naming Rights Agreement and Partnership between City of Rochester and Olmsted Medical Center for the Recreation Center South Rink and Gymnasium
• Authorizing or rejecting bids for Cook Park Pickleball renovation
• Authorizing bids for repairs at Hadley Creek Golf Course Clubhouse
• Authorizing the purchase of playground mulch from Best Rubber Mulch
• Approving concession contracts for Eastwood and Northern Hills Golf Courses

The Rochester Park Board approved several capital projects and partnerships during its March 3 meeting. The board authorized funding for the Cook Park pickleball court renovation, awarded the Hadley Creek Golf Course clubhouse repair contract, and approved a naming rights agreement with Olmsted Medical Center for the Recreation Center. These approvals will fund facility upgrades, maintain park operations, and secure private investment for community recreation spaces. The board also approved monthly department bills and consent agenda items.

• Approved naming rights agreement with Olmsted Medical Center for Recreation Center South Rink and Gymnasium
• Authorized Cook Park pickleball renovation contract to Rochester Sand and Gravel for $347,799.20
• Authorized up to $25,000 from General Park Reserves for pickleball project overages
• Awarded Hadley Creek Golf Course clubhouse repairs to Kramer Contracting for $86,199
• Authorized reserve funding for wood waste processing relocation
• Approved consent agenda items including playground mulch order and golf course concession contracts
• Approved Parks and Recreation Department monthly bills
• Adopted February 10 meeting minutes as official record

Outside Agency Oversight Committee

The Outside Agency Oversight Committee will review financial statements and operating reliance ratios for ten agencies that receive city funding, including 125 Live, History Center, and Rochester Art Center. They will also consider approving the first-quarter 2026 disbursement totaling $200,627.50. A notable issue is that RNeighbors did not submit updated financials; the committee may discuss whether to withhold its disbursement.

• Approving minutes and video of the November 24, 2025 meeting.
• Reviewing financial statements and operating reliance ratios for 125 Live, History Center of Olmsted County, Human Rights Commission, RAEDI, Small Business Development Center, RNeighbors, Rochester Art Center, Rochester Civic Theatre, Rochester Downtown Alliance, and Youth Council.
• Approving first-quarter 2026 disbursements: 125 Live $28,652.50, History Center $11,875, RAEDI $18,750, SBDC $3,750, RNeighbors $27,500, Art Center $46,250, Civic Theatre $28,750, Downtown Alliance $31,250, Youth Council $3,850.
• Note: RNeighbors did not submit updated financials; committee may discuss withholding or warning about future disbursements.
• Funding for former HRC phone line ($5,400) shifted to Youth Council per Olmsted County request.

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda including $96 million in payments, contracts for Fire Station 3 mechanical upgrades ($590,000) and other projects, and policy adoptions. Public hearings are set for revised council rules, a public safety aid budget amendment, a conduit debt policy, and a collective bargaining agreement with police telecommunicators. Reports include transit service changes, a corridor plan for 6th Avenue West, and a downtown mobility network update. Two zone changes will receive first readings: a 2.71-acre site from light industrial to mixed-use (Sunshine Behavioral Health) and a 1.2-acre site to medium-density residential (INH Properties).

• Consent agenda: $96,002,560.52 in disbursements (accounts payable and investments)
• Fire Station 3 mechanical upgrades: $590,000 contract to DMC Plumbing and Heating
• Mayo Civic Center Auditorium Stage Replacement: $107,605 contract to Benike Construction
• Zone change first reading: Sunshine Behavioral Health – 2.71 acres from LI to MXG
• Zone change first reading: INH Properties – 1.2 acres from R-2x to R-3

Rochester Economic Development Authority

The Rochester Economic Development Authority will consider approving a Development Assistance Agreement with Citywalk Apartments Rochester LLC for Tax Increment Financing District No. 85-1, supporting the Citywalk Apartment Project. The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Resolution approving a Development Assistance Agreement with Citywalk Apartments Rochester LLC for Redevelopment TIF District No. 85-1

Heritage Preservation Commission

The commission will review a draft Downtown Historic District Vision Plan for the Public Realm and consider recommending its adoption to the City Council. They will also discuss forming an ad-hoc committee to explore re-establishing an annual awards program. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from the January 27, 2026 meeting. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Review of Downtown Historic District Vision Plan for the Public Realm (Item 5.A)
• Discussion of forming an ad-hoc committee for annual awards (Item 5.B)
• Approval of January 27, 2026 meeting minutes (Item 4.A)

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved recommending a draft vision plan for the downtown historic district's public realm to the City Council. The commission also approved forming an ad-hoc committee to research an awards program, provided at least two commissioners volunteer.

• Recommended Downtown Historic District Vision Plan for the Public Realm to City Council (Unanimous)
• Approved formation of ad-hoc committee to research and establish an awards program if two commissioners volunteer (7-1-1)
• Approved January 27, 2026 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Rochester Airport Commission will consider authorizing a five-year master services agreement with Mead & Hunt for on-call consulting services at Rochester International Airport (RST) and an airline operating agreement with United Airlines for commercial air service. The commission will also receive reports on airport operations and marketing data, but financials are not yet available pending city year-end close.

• Master Services Agreement with Mead & Hunt for professional on-call airport consulting services for five years
• Airline Operating Agreement with United Airlines to conduct commercial air service at RST
• Airport Operational (Dec 2025 & Jan 2026) and Marketing Data (Jan 2026) report
• Airport Financials not ready – pending City year-end close
• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2026 meeting

City Council - Study Session

This is a study session where the City Council will receive presentations on three items: the Public Realm Vision Plan for the Downtown Commercial Historic District, the 2025 Year-End Action Plan & KPI Update, and the Study Session Schedule. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Public Realm Vision Plan for Downtown Commercial Historic District
• 2025 Year-End Action Plan & KPI Update
• Study Session Schedule

Citizens Advisory on Transit

The Citizens Advisory on Transit will review minutes from January 8, 2026, and hear public comments. The committee will discuss driver recruitment and retention, as well as incidental and special use transit services. Both new business items are listed for informational purposes only.

• Discussion of driver recruitment and retention
• Discussion of incidental and special use transit services
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2026 meeting

The committee approved a recommendation to receive formal presentations on finalized Fall service changes and preliminary Spring adjustments at the March meeting. Other agenda items regarding driver recruitment and incidental transit use were for informational purposes only.

• Approved minutes from January 8, 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved the order of the agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for formal presentations on Fall and Spring service changes at the March meeting (Unanimous)

Public Utility Board

The Rochester Public Utility Board will vote on awarding the underground medium‑voltage cable contract to the lowest‑priced bidders. It will also authorize a new agreement with the Mayo Clinic that shifts future repair and upgrade costs for electric facilities serving the clinic. The board will review accounts payable totaling $11,892,701.49 and receive informational updates on water demand forecasting and advanced metering.

• Approve underground medium‑voltage cable bids (RESCO, IRBY, Border States Electric)
• Authorize execution of agreement with Mayo Clinic for electric facilities serving its load
• Review accounts payable totaling $11,892,701.49
• Water demand forecast update for master planning (informational)
• Advanced metering project update (informational)

The board approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Mayo Clinic that replaces legacy cost responsibility agreements and establishes responsibility for future costs of electric facilities serving Mayo Clinic. Board Member Brett Gorden recused himself due to a potential conflict of interest; the vote passed 4-0-1. The board also unanimously approved a bid for underground medium voltage electrical cable from three suppliers.

• Approved Mayo Clinic electric facility cost agreement (4-0-1, Gorden recused)
• Approved medium voltage cable bid from RESCO, IRBY, and Border States Electric (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 27, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable of $11,892,701.49 (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve consent items including $130,781.37 in accounts payable, accept committee reports, and discuss strategic planning. The board will also enter a closed executive session to evaluate Library Director Karen Lemke's 2025 performance. Most agenda items are routine or informational.

• Closed executive session to discuss the 2025 performance evaluation of Library Director Karen Lemke
• Approval of accounts payable totaling $130,781.37 for February 12, 2026
• Finance Committee recommendations for 2027 supplemental budget priorities
• Strategic planning discussion to approve vision, mission, and strategic priorities
• Acceptance of minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting

The Rochester Library Board unanimously approved a consent agenda that included accepting January 2026 meeting minutes, certifying $130,781.37 in accounts payable, and accepting monthly reports and signed contracts. The board also unanimously approved the Finance Committee's recommended 2027 supplemental budget priorities. Members discussed draft vision, mission, and strategic priorities for the library, then adjourned to executive session.

• Approved order of agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including acceptance of minutes, accounts payable $130,781.37, monthly reports, and signed contracts (unanimous)
• Approved 2027 supplemental budget priorities from Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Adjourned to executive session (unanimous)

City Council

This regular meeting includes public hearings on a conditional use permit for fill in a flood-prone area and a major land subdivision creating 105 residential lots. The consent agenda covers contract awards, including a $9.1 million North Broadway Park & Ride, budget reports, and police squad car replacement. Ordinance first readings involve film permits and a zone change from agriculture to single-family residential.

• Major Land Subdivision (Westbury First) by Bigelow Homes: 35.4 acres into 105 lots, 4 outlots, and a park parcel
• Contract award to Knutson Construction Services for North Broadway Park & Ride: $9,098,900
• Downtown Historic District Property Preservation Program funding: $500,000 for 7 2nd St SW and $6,320 for 22 3rd St SW
• Police Department squad car replacement using Public Safety Fund
• Conditional Use Permit for excavated fill in 100-year Flood Prone subdistrict for a multifamily development

Sustainability and Resiliency Commission

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission will discuss the Healthy Air and Homes Initiative, Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement, and appoint members for the 2026 Sustainability Spotlight articles. Most agenda items are for discussion only, with no action required.

• Healthy Air and Homes Initiative – 40-minute discussion
• Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement – 15-minute discussion
• 2026 Sustainability Spotlight – appoint members for spring and summer articles
• Approve January meeting minutes

The commission unanimously approved the January meeting minutes. They also unanimously appointed Ace to write the spring, Stewart to write the summer, and Edward to write the fall 2026 Sustainability Spotlight articles. The commission took no action on the Healthy Air and Homes Initiative, the Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement, and staff updates, and unanimously adjourned the meeting.

• Approve January meeting minutes – approved unanimous
• Appoint Ace to write spring Sustainability Spotlight article – approved unanimous
• Appoint Stewart to write summer Sustainability Spotlight article – approved unanimous
• Appoint Edward to write fall Sustainability Spotlight article – approved unanimous
• No action required on Healthy Air and Homes Initiative – no action
• No action required on Natural Gas Franchise Fee Engagement – no action
• No action required on Staff Updates – no action
• Adjourn meeting – approved unanimous

Ethical Practices Board

The Ethical Practices Board will consider proposed amendments to City Code sections 2-16-2 and 2-16-7(e)(11) on public ethics, as unfinished business. The agenda also includes approval of January 15 meeting minutes, reports on inquiries received, an open comment period, and an update on board member terms expiring April 30, 2026.

• Review of proposed ordinance amendments to City Code Sections 2-16-2 and 2-16-7(e)(11) on public ethics
• Approval of meeting minutes from January 15, 2026
• Update on board member terms expiring April 30, 2026
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The board approved a motion to accept proposed language from the State of Massachusetts regarding City Agency definitions and forward the amendments to the City Council for approval. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes of January 15, 2026 [UNANIMOUS]
• Approved proposed amendments to City Code 2-16-2 & 2-16-7(e)(11) [UNANIMOUS]

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will consider approving a police officer eligibility list and authorizing conditional offers for up to eleven officers, as well as appointing two lieutenants from an existing eligibility list. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a public comment period.

• Approve proposed police officer eligibility list and authorize conditional offers for up to eleven officers
• Authorize appointment of two Lieutenants from the Lieutenant's Eligibility List
• Approve minutes from December 11, 2025 meeting

The Police Civil Service Commission approved the Police Officer Eligibility List and authorized conditional offers. The commission also approved the appointment of two Lieutenants. No public comments were received.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved minutes (2-0)
• Approved Police Officer Eligibility List and conditional offers (2-0)
• Approved appointment of two Lieutenants (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Park Board

The Park Board will consider consent items including contracts, grants, and agreements, and receive reports on parks operations, finances, and golf. New business includes an update on improvements at Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park and approval of 2026 outdoor pools season passes. The board also will vote on a naming rights agreement for the North Rink and a facility use agreement with the Rochester Swim Club.

• Contract with Hoffman and McNamara for $74,958 to plant trees on private property (IRA Grant Project)
• MN ReLeaf Grant up to $105,795 for creation of a Street Tree Master Plan
• Naming Rights Agreement with Penz Automotive Group for the North Rink at Rochester Recreation Center
• Facility Use and Fee Agreement with Rochester Swim Club for 2026-2028
• Update on plans for improvements at Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

The Park Board approved a naming rights agreement with Penz Automotive Group for the North Rink at the Rochester Recreation Center by a 5-1 vote, with one member absent. The board also authorized a $74,958 contract for private property tree planting, accepted a $105,795 MN ReLeaf grant for a Street Tree Master Plan, and approved the 2026 outdoor pools season pass recommendation. All other consent items and new business were approved unanimously.

• Approved North Rink naming rights agreement with Penz Automotive Group (5-1)
• Authorized $74,958 IRA Grant tree planting contract with Hoffman and McNamara (unanimous)
• Accepted $105,795 MN ReLeaf Grant for Street Tree Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved tall grass and weed mitigation contract with 3-year extension option (unanimous)
• Approved facility use agreement with Rochester Swim Club for 2026-2028 (unanimous)
• Approved three contracted employee agreements for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Leadership Greater Rochester community impact project for bike storage at Cascade Lake Park (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 outdoor pools season pass recommendation (no vote tally recorded)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission will consider endorsing project goals and selecting a preferred cross section for Elton Hills Drive NW between Broadway Avenue and 500 feet east of Assisi Drive NW. They will also review support for pedestrian and bicycle facility layout at 7th St NE and 11th Ave NE. The consent agenda includes approval of January 12, 2026, minutes.

• Endorse overall project goals for improved pavement and safety on Elton Hills Drive NW
• Select preferred cross section for Elton Hills Drive NW corridor
• Support geometric layout of pedestrian and bicycle facilities at 7th St NE and 11th Ave NE
• Approve minutes of January 12, 2026

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission unanimously approved project goals for Elton Hills Drive NW, including improved pavement, safety, and neighborhood connectivity. They selected a preferred cross-section (alternate 6b) for the corridor, with alternate 6a as a budget alternative. The commission also supported intersection improvements at 7th St NE and 11th Ave NE, endorsing a mini-roundabout layout. The consent agenda was approved, including amended minutes from January 12.

• Approved consent agenda including January 12 minutes with amendment (7-0)
• Endorsed Elton Hills Drive project goals: improved pavement, safety, neighborhood connectivity, and crossing safety (7-0)
• Selected preferred cross-section: alternate 6b for Elton Hills Drive, with alternate 6a as budget alternative (7-0)
• Supported intersection improvements at 7th St NE and 11th Ave NE with mini-roundabout layout (7-0)

City Council - Study Session

This study session includes updates on public meetings, a review of council rules and code of conduct, and a closed executive session to consider the purchase price of a specific property (parcel 643521082745) under Minnesota statute.

• Better Public Meetings Update (presentation)
• City Council Rules of Procedure & Code of Conduct Review
• Closed executive session to discuss purchase price of property parcel 643521082745

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two zone changes: one for 1.2 acres from low-density residential to medium-density (INH Properties), and another for 2.71 acres from light industrial to mixed-use (Sunshine Behavioral Health). A final plat for 32 residential lots in Badger Heights Second (West 34 Partners) is also considered. Consent items include contracts for Mayo Clinic infrastructure projects (WSB LLC), a VFW gambling permit, transit vehicle purchases, and a police grant application. The council will also consider a resolution reaffirming Rochester as a compassionate city and a second reading ordinance designating Central Park as a historic landmark.

• Zone change CD2025-007ZC: rezone 1.2 acres from R-2x to R-3 by INH Properties
• Zone change CD2025-008ZC: rezone 2.71 acres from LI to MXG by Sunshine Behavioral Health Group, LLC
• Final plat CD2026-002PLAT: Badger Heights Second, 8.5 acres into 32 residential lots by West 34 Partners LLC
• Historic landmark designation for Central Park (225 NW 1st Ave)
• Professional technical services contracts with WSB LLC for $146,283.50 and $253,401.50 for Mayo Clinic infrastructure projects

Rochester Economic Development Authority

The Rochester Economic Development Authority will hold organizational business including appointment of officers for 2026. Under consent agenda, it will consider decertifying Tax Increment Financing District No. 47-1 (Pepsi Cola Bottling Project) and approving an agreement with Ehlers for a TIF Management Plan. Reports include designating US Bank and Wells Fargo as depositories of public funds and approving the 2026 EDA budget. The meeting is held after the regular City Council meeting.

• Decertification of Tax Increment Financing District No. 47-1 (Pepsi Cola Bottling Project)
• Appointment of officers for the EDA for 2026
• Approval of agreement with Ehlers to develop a TIF Management Plan for active districts
• Designation of US Bank Rochester and Wells Fargo Rochester as depositories for 2026
• Approval of the 2026 Rochester Economic Development Authority Budget

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for placing fill in a flood-prone area for a future multifamily development, and a major land subdivision to create 105 residential lots, four outlots, and a dedicated parkland parcel on 35.4 acres, known as Westbury First. Both items will receive recommendations for City Council approval.

• Open public comment period at start of meeting
• Conditional Use Permit CD2025-007CUP by ML Group I, LLC for excavated fill within 100-year Flood Prone subdistrict and stormwater improvements for multifamily development
• Major Land Subdivision CD2026-001PLAT by Bigelow Homes, LLC for Westbury First: 35.4 acres into 105 residential lots, 4 outlots, and City Parkland dedication

The commission voted 7-1-1 to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for the West Meadows development (CD2025-007CUP) and unanimously recommended approval of a major land subdivision for Westbury First (CD2026-001PLAT). Both recommendations now go to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit CD2025-007CUP for West Meadows by ML Group I, LLC (7-1-1; Ross recused)
• Recommended approval of Major Land Subdivision CD2026-001PLAT for Westbury First by Bigelow Homes, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 14, 2026 (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will consider consent agenda items including minutes and financial/operational reports, and two new business items: authorizing a grant and professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for relocating FAA-owned ASR-11 fiberoptic cables as part of the Runway 03/21 Reconstruction Project, and authorizing Change Order #2 with SM Hentges & Sons Construction for $139,642.99 for Phase 4 of the runway reconstruction.

• Authorize grant acceptance and professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for fiberoptic cable relocation (Runway 03/21 Reconstruction Project)
• Adopt resolutions accepting state and federal grants for the project
• Authorize Change Order #2 with SM Hentges & Sons Construction for $139,642.99 increase (Phase 4 of Runway 03/21 Reconstruction)
• Receive and file November 2025 airport financials and operational/marketing data
• Approve minutes of December 2, 2025, meeting

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Commission will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for the 2026 calendar year. The agenda includes a recommendation to approve a window replacement at 822 4th St SW.

• Election of HPC Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Adoption of the 2026 HPC meeting calendar
• Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 822 4th St SW
• Discussion of Historic Landmarks and Inventory Lists

The Heritage Preservation Commission unanimously approved a certificate of appropriateness to replace one window at 822 4th St SW, finding it meets design guidelines. They also approved the consent agenda, including minutes and the 2026 meeting calendar, and re-elected Benjamin Zastrow as Chair, Anthony Poirier as Vice Chair, and Jennifer Shabel as Secretary for 2026. No public hearings were held, and informational updates were provided on the historic inventory list and HPC priorities.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, Robert's Rules, 2026 calendar) — unanimous
• Re-elected Benjamin Zastrow as Chair for 2026 — unanimous
• Re-elected Anthony Poirier as Vice Chair for 2026 — unanimous
• Re-elected Jennifer Shabel as Secretary for 2026 — unanimous
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 822 4th St SW — unanimous

Public Utility Board

The Rochester Public Utility Board will vote on consent agenda items including approval of minutes, accounts payable totaling $21,024,810.07, a $390,740 renewal of the ESRI Citywide Small Government Enterprise Agreement, and a resolution to purchase generation fuel from HTP Energy for up to $500,000. Informational items include the 2026 Strategic Initiatives, a review of board policies, and division reports. A public comment period is scheduled.

• Approval of accounts payable totaling $21,024,810.07 from 12/09/2025 to 01/09/2026
• Renewal of ESRI Citywide Small Government Enterprise Agreement for $390,740
• Purchase of generation fuel from HTP Energy for up to $500,000 plus applicable taxes
• Presentation of 2026 Strategic Initiatives (informational, no action required)
• Review of RPU Index of Board Policies and division reports

The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included a $390,740 ESRI citywide software agreement renewal and authority to purchase generation fuel from HTP Energy up to $500,000. Also approved were the December 2025 meeting minutes and a review of accounts payable totaling $21,024,810.07. Board received informational presentations on the 2026 strategic initiatives, division reports, and the index of board policies.

• Approved agenda (unanimous, 4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 16, 2025 meeting (unanimous as part of consent)
• Reviewed and approved accounts payable $21,024,810.07 (unanimous)
• Approved $390,740 ESRI citywide software agreement renewal, subject to Council approval (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to purchase generation fuel from HTP Energy up to $500,000 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:31 p.m. (unanimous)

Joint Airport Zoning Board

The Joint Airport Zoning Board will hold a primarily procedural meeting. They will approve minutes from November 21, 2025, receive an informational briefing from a consultant, and select a date for a third meeting.

• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2025, meeting
• Consultant informational briefing on zoning ordinance options
• Selection of date for Meeting #3

The Joint Airport Zoning Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the November 21, 2025 meeting. It adopted the Standard Zoning Ordinance option for the Rochester airport zoning. The board also set the next meeting for April 1, 2026 at 5:00 pm and adjourned.

• Approved agenda order (unanimous)
• Approved November 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Standard Zoning Ordinance option for Rochester Airport (unanimous)
• Selected April 1, 2026, 5:00 pm for next meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous consent)

Fire Civil Service Commission

The Fire Civil Service Commission will consider approving the schedule of its monthly meetings for 2026. It will also accept the video and written minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. Finally, the commission will approve the Firefighter Eligibility Register as presented.

• Approve 2026 monthly meeting dates for the Fire Civil Service Commission
• Accept minutes and video of the December 16, 2025 meeting
• Approve the Firefighter Eligibility Register

Library Board

The Library Board will hold a facilitated conversation to provide input on the Library's Strategic Plan. They will also vote on a consent agenda including minutes, monthly reports, and accounts payable of $182,424.52. Informational updates from the Library Foundation, Friends of the Library, and SELCO will be received.

• Approve accounts payable totaling $182,424.52 for January 15, 2026
• Facilitated strategic planning conversation with Julie Brock
• Receive Library Foundation report from Executive Director Brenda Kardock
• Receive Friends of the Library update from Board President Val Kaliszewski
• Receive and file 2026 Library Board Committee Appointments

The Library Board approved accounts payable of $182,424.52 and accepted consent items including minutes and monthly reports. The board also received updates from the Library Foundation and SELCO.

• Approved $182,424.52 accounts payable (unanimous)
• Accepted December 2025 Library Board minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted December 2025 monthly reports (unanimous)
• Accepted 2026 Board Committee Assignments (unanimous)
• Accepted Library At Home status update (unanimous)
• Accepted contracts signed by Library Director (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider and vote on multiple items including a site development agreement with Mayo Clinic for the West Logistics Center and Ozmun/Waterman Clinical Building, a settlement agreement related to a transportation improvement district fee dispute, and approval of the DMC Development Plan Five-Year Update. The consent agenda includes a mileage rate increase to $0.725 per mile, contracts for tree clearing and consulting, and other routine matters. Public hearings include a conditional use permit for a wireless communications tower and a final plat for the Regional Sports and Recreation Complex.

• Site Development Agreement with Mayo Clinic for West Logistics Center and Ozmun/Waterman Clinical Building
• Destination Medical Center Development Plan Five-Year Update
• Settlement agreement related to Transportation Improvement District Fee Dispute
• Zone change for 2.04-acre site from R-2x to R-4 (high-density residential) by Enclave Development
• Mileage rate increase from $0.70 to $0.725 per mile

Sustainability and Resiliency Commission

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission will vote on the 2026 Sustainability Division Work Plan and elect the chair and vice chair for 2026. They will also receive a presentation on the 2024 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory as part of regional indicators. Public comment is open for non-agenda items, and the December meeting minutes are up for approval.

• Approve 2026 Sustainability Division Work Plan
• Elect SRC Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Review 2024 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory (45-minute discussion)
• Approve December meeting minutes
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Sustainability and Resiliency Commission approved the 2026 Sustainability Division Work Plan and elected Terri G Kinzy as Chair and Casey McQuade as Vice Chair. The meeting concluded with a unanimous adjournment.

• Approved 2026 Sustainability Division Work Plan (9-0)
• Appointed Terri G Kinzy as 2026 Chair (9-0)
• Appointed Casey McQuade as 2026 Vice Chair (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Ethical Practices Board

The Ethical Practices Board will approve the meeting minutes from December 18, 2025, and provide an update on inquiries received. It will receive public comments, though ethical complaints must be filed through the formal process. The board will review proposed ordinance amendments to City Code sections 2-16-2 and 2-16-7(e)(11) concerning public ethics. An attached draft of the 2025 Annual Report will also be discussed.

• Approve minutes of the December 18, 2025 meeting
• Review proposed ordinance amendments to City Code sections 2-16-2 & 2-16-7(e)(11)
• Receive public comments (15‑minute limit)
• Update on inquiries submitted to date
• Discuss draft of the 2025 Ethical Practices Board Annual Report

The Board approved forwarding recommended changes to City Code Chapter 2-16 (Public Ethics) to the City Council by a 5-2 vote, including a definition of 'City Agency'. It also unanimously approved its 2025 annual report for submission to Council. The board approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous) and heard a city attorney update on ethics training and conflict-of-interest recusal.

• Approved minutes of December 18, 2025 (7-0)
• Agenda set as ordered
• Motion to poll which version of ethics amendments to review failed (no second)
• Approved forwarding recommended amendments to City Council, adding a definition of 'City Agency' (5-2)
• Approved and forwarded 2025 Annual Report to Council (7-0)
• Adjourned at 11:00 a.m.

Fire Civil Service Commission

The commission will consider revisions to Section 5 on initial/promotional appointments and Section 19 on reinstatement. They will also approve the previous meeting's minutes and hear public comment.

• Revision of Rule Section 5 - Requirements for initial or promotional appointments
• Revision of Rule Section 19 - Reinstatement
• Approval of November 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Open public comment period (4 minutes per speaker, 15 minutes total)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on a Travel Demand Management request to increase parking spaces to 26 for a Standard Restaurant use, and on two zone changes: rezoning 1.2 acres from R-2x to R-3 for INH Properties, and rezoning 2.71 acres from LI to MXG for Sunshine Behavioral Health Group. The consent agenda includes approving minutes, appointing chair/vice chair and a Zoning Board of Appeals member, and adopting Robert's Rules.

• Travel Demand Management No. CD2025-011CUP: increase parking spaces to 26 for Standard Restaurant use by S&C Invest LLC
• Zone Change No. CD2025-007ZC: rezone 1.2 acres from R-2x (Low Density Residential Infill) to R-3 (Medium Density Residential) by INH Properties
• Zone Change No. CD2025-008ZC: rezone 2.71 acres from LI (Light Industrial) to MXG (Mixed Use General) by Sunshine Behavioral Health Group, LLC
• Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Zoning Board of Appeals member
• Adoption of Robert's Rules of Parliamentary Procedure

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a travel demand management plan for a development by S&C Invest LLC, limiting parking to 34 spaces. They also forwarded recommendations of approval to the City Council for two zone changes: one by INH Properties and one by Sunshine Behavioral Health Group. Additionally, the commission appointed Ruchi Gupta as Chair, Jonathon Krull as Vice Chair, and Nicolas Yost to the Zoning Board of Appeals for 2026.

• Approved Travel Demand Management Plan CD2025-011CUP with maximum 34 parking spaces (8-0)
• Forwarded recommendation to approve Zone Change CD2025-007ZC by INH Properties (7-0, with Ross recused)
• Forwarded recommendation to approve Zone Change CD2025-008ZC by Sunshine Behavioral Health Group (8-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Gupta as Chair for 2026 (8-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Krull as Vice Chair for 2026 (8-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Yost to Zoning Board of Appeals for 2026 (8-0)
• Adopted Robert's Rules of Parliamentary Procedure (8-0)
• Approved December 10, 2025, minutes (7-0-1, with Boyum abstaining)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission will vote on consent agenda items, including appointing a Chair and Vice Chair, approving minutes from December 8, 2025, and adopting Robert's Rules. The main new business is a request to approve a letter of support for the MnDOT Active Transportation Planning Assistance Grant. Commissioners will also receive project updates on Reimagining 6th Avenue West and Reconnecting the Downtown Mobility Network.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of letter of support for MnDOT Active Transportation Planning Assistance Grant
• Project update: Reimagining 6th Avenue West
• Project update: Reconnecting the Downtown Mobility Network

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission unanimously approved a letter of support for a MnDOT Active Transportation Planning Assistance Grant and recommended proceeding with the Reimagining 6th Avenue West project, sending a letter of support to the City Council. The commission also supported a segment of 6th Avenue for the Downtown Motility Network and elected Mike Schmitt as Chair and Dave Pesch as Vice Chair for 2026. Consent agenda items (December 8 minutes, Robert's Rules) were adopted unanimously.

• Approved December 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Robert's Rules of Parliamentary Procedure (unanimous)
• Re-elected Mike Schmitt as Chair for 2026 (unanimous)
• Elected Dave Pesch as Vice Chair for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for MnDOT Active Transportation Planning Assistance Grant (unanimous)
• Recommended proceeding with Reimagining 6th Avenue West project and letter to City Council (unanimous)
• Supported 6th Avenue from 2nd St SW to 4th St SW for Downtown Motility Network (unanimous)
• Stated PBAC supports either second or first option, not just 6th Avenue alone (unanimous)

Citizens Advisory on Transit

The Citizens Advisory on Transit will select a secretary and consider a letter of support for the City of Rochester's Active Transportation Planning Assistance Program. Members will also receive updates on fall 2025 and spring 2026 service changes, as well as an update on ZIPS. A public comment period is included.

• Selection of a secretary for the advisory board
• Letter of support for City's Active Transportation Planning Assistance Program to improve first/last-mile transit access and bus stop safety
• Update on transit service changes from November 23, 2025, and preview of spring 2026 changes
• Update on ZIPS (on-demand transit service)
• Open comment period for items not on the agenda

The Citizens Advisory on Transit voted unanimously to support the City of Rochester's Active Transportation Planning Assistance Program. The board also declined to appoint a secretary for 2026 unless a member is nominated, approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and received informational updates on service changes, ZIPS, social media, and staff items.

• Approved agenda reordering to hear item #8 early (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved support for City of Rochester's Active Transportation Planning Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Declined to appoint a secretary for 2026 unless a future member is nominated (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Study Session

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss the Chateau Theatre operating model and investment direction, as well as the sustainability of Rochester Public Transit. The session also includes scheduling future study sessions. No votes are expected as this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Chateau Theatre operating model and investment direction
• Rochester Public Transit sustainability
• Study session schedule for upcoming meetings

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Variance No. CD2025-005VAR by S&C Invest LLC to eliminate the maximum front building setback requirement for a property. The board will also appoint a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026, adopt Robert's Rules and the 2026 meeting calendar, and approve minutes from September 2025. Additionally, they will discuss changing the meeting start time from 6:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

• Public hearing on Variance No. CD2025-005VAR by S&C Invest LLC to remove maximum front building setback requirement
• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Adoption of Robert's Rules of Parliamentary Procedure
• Adoption of 2026 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting calendar
• Discussion on changing meeting start time from 6:00 pm to 5:00 pm

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved Variance No. CD2025-005VAR for S&C Invest LLC, removing the maximum setback requirement on the south side of the property. The board also unanimously approved consent agenda items including officers for 2026, adoption of Robert's Rules, the 2026 meeting calendar, and the September 2025 minutes. A discussion on changing the meeting start time to 5:00 pm was held but no action was taken.

• Approved variance CD2025-005VAR removing south-side maximum setback (4-0)
• Appointed Bailey Perreault as Chair for 2026 (4-0)
• Appointed Daniel Bucknell as Vice Chair for 2026 (4-0)
• Adopted Robert's Rules of Parliamentary Procedure (4-0)
• Adopted 2026 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting calendar (4-0)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved order of agenda (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Park Board

The Park Board will adopt the minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting and file the Parks and Recreation financial performance report. It will approve the monthly bills presented by the Parks and Recreation Department. The board will also authorize a $53,808 quote from Knutson Construction for repairs to the Kutzky Park Bridge.

• Adopt minutes of the December 2, 2025 Park Board meeting
• Approve Parks and Recreation Department monthly bills
• Authorize $53,808 quote from Knutson Construction for Kutzky Park Bridge repairs
• Receive report on 6th Street Bridge construction and connection to Soldiers Field Park
• Discuss Art4Trails – Art for 2026

The Park Board approved the Kutzky Park Bridge repair contract and the monthly bills. The board also adopted the December meeting minutes and received updates on the 6th Street Bridge construction and the Art4Trails program.

• Adopted December 2, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved monthly bills as presented (6-0)
• Authorized $53,808 Kutzky Park Bridge repair contract (6-0)
• Unanimously voted to reopen Open Comment Period (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Rochester City Council will adopt a resolution approving a Joint Development Agreement for Rochester Public Utilities to participate in the Mankato‑to‑Mississippi River Transmission Project, authorizing $33,216,600. The council also approves the renewal of a $95,841.91 contract with Cornerstone OnDemand for the learning management system, and authorizes $52,445,294.50 in total disbursements for January 5, 2026. Additional actions include a zoning change converting 13 acres to mixed‑use residential, and a major land subdivision creating 300 residential lots.

• Authorize Joint Development Agreement for Rochester Public Utilities, total $33,216,600
• Renew Cornerstone OnDemand LMS contract for $95,841.91 (Dec 26 2025–Dec 25 2026)
• Approve $52,445,294.50 disbursements for Jan 5 2026 (investment $32,175,808.50, accounts payable $20,269,486)
• Approve Zone Change CD2025-006ZC: 13‑acre site from AG to R‑1 mixed‑use residential
• Approve Major Land Subdivision CD2025-042PLAT: ~141 acres into 300 residential lots