Greenwood public meetings in 2025
10 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Chapter 3 Building & Construction 12 03
The provided document is an updated version of Chapter 3 of the Greenwood Ordinance Code. It outlines the rules for building permits, construction site management, and the adoption of the Minnesota State Building Code.
- Adoption of the Minnesota State Building Code (SBC)
- Requirement for certified site surveys for building permit applications
- Penalty for starting work without a permit: double the ordinary fee or total administrative costs
- Requirement to complete exterior building work within 180 days of permit issuance
- Mandatory certificate of occupancy for all buildings and structures, including garages
Chapter 11 Zoning 12 03
The council will consider revisions to Chapter 11 of the Greenwood Zoning Ordinance, covering zoning districts, general regulations, and specific sections such as signs, stormwater management, floodplain, wetlands, adult establishments, and telecommunications facilities. The agenda also includes discussion of the planning commission’s authority and procedural provisions for zoning amendments and permits. No final actions are indicated; the meeting is for review and possible amendment of the code.
- Review of zoning districts (R‑1, R‑2, C‑1, C‑2) and related regulations
- Updates to sign definitions and requirements (e.g., abandoned, animated, changeable copy)
- Amendments to stormwater, floodplain, and wetlands sections (1174, 1175)
- Discussion of planning commission authority and possible suspension (Section 1101)
- Consideration of adult establishments and telecommunications facilities sections (1178, 1179)
2025 12 03 Budget 2026
The Greenwood City Council will consider and vote on the FY 2026 operating budget. The budget projects $1,207,406 in revenue and $1,210,275 in expenses, covering general fund, public safety, zoning, public works and several special funds. It includes a $150,000 transfer to the Road Improvement Fund and a $178‑per‑unit recycling contract for 2026. Adoption of the budget will set funding levels for city services for the fiscal year beginning 2026.
- $150,000 transfer to the Road Improvement Fund
- $215,160 allocated to Fire Operations & Capital Expenses (includes air packs)
- $323,036 allocated to Law Enforcement
- $145,200 for Public Works Road Repairs (Deephaven invoice)
- $52,300 for Recycling Fees ($178 per unit) in 2026
December 2025 Cash Summary
The provided document is a financial report showing monthly cash balances for 2024 and 2025. It lists current holdings across Bridgewater Bank and US Bank accounts.
- December 2025 cash balance of $1,053,234
- Bridgewater Bank Checking balance of $48,507
- Bridgewater Bank Money Market balance of $528,616
- US Bank Cash balance of $476,111
2025 10 01
The special meeting will address litigation concerning 5195 Greenwood Circle with attorney Justin Templin. The regular meeting includes routine consent agenda approvals, a public hearing on delinquent accounts, and discussion of open meeting law changes and zoning non‑compliance fees. The council will conduct the first reading of Ordinance 346, which proposes changes to city fees and fines. Additional items include assigning an address for PID 26-117-23-31-0009.
- Discuss litigation with attorney Justin Templin regarding 5195 Greenwood Circle (closed session)
- Public Hearing: Delinquent Accounts
- First Reading: Ordinance 346 Fees & Fines
- Discuss: Open Meeting Law Changes in Minnesota
- Discuss: Fees for Zoning Noncompliance
2025 10 01 (UPDATED)
The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to certify delinquent accounts. Members will also discuss zoning noncompliance fees and hold a first reading for Ordinance 346 regarding fees and fines.
- Public Hearing: Delinquent Accounts
- Resolution 14-25 Certifying Delinquent Accounts
- Ordinance 346 Fees & Fines (1st Reading)
- Address assignment for PID 26-117-23-31-0009
- Litigation discussion regarding 5195 Greenwood Circle
SABLID 2025 October Letter to memebers Annual
The St. Albans Bay Lake Improvement District will hold its annual meeting on October 14, 2025 at Deephaven City Hall, 20225 Cottagewood Rd, Deephaven, MN. At the meeting members will discuss and propose the 2026 budget and levy. Property owners will elect board directors, voting for up to two candidates. Ballots may be submitted in person or absentee to Excelsior/Greenwood City Hall by 2:00 pm on October 14, 2025.
- Discussion and proposal of the 2026 budget and levy
- Election of board directors (each property has one vote for up to two candidates)
- Current 2025 levy amounts listed for channel properties, condos, homes, and marinas
- Absentee ballot submission to Excelsior/Greenwood City Hall, 350 Highway 7, Suite 230, by 2:00 pm on Oct 14, 2025
- Contact for questions: Joan Maher, [email protected], 612‑418‑1400
2025 10 01 Council
The Greenwood City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss litigation with an attorney, followed by a regular meeting. The council will consider certifying delinquent accounts and hold a public hearing on the topic, while also discussing zoning noncompliance fees and a new ordinance.
- Public Hearing: Delinquent Accounts
- Consider: Resolution 14-25 Certifying Delinquent Accounts
- 1st Reading: Ordinance 346 Fees & Fines
- Discuss: Fees for Zoning Noncompliance
- Discuss: Open Meeting Law Changes in Minnesota
2025 07 02 Worksession
The Greenwood City Council approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5-0) and then adjourned the work session unanimously (5-0). No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.
- Approved agenda (5-0)
- Adjourned work session (5-0)
2025 07 02
The council approved a $23,000 crack‑sealing contract with Allied Blacktop (5‑0). It authorized Mayor Fletcher to send a letter to MnDOT to re‑evaluate safety options for the Highway 7 and Christmas Lake Road intersection (5‑0). Council members directed that “No Parking” signs be installed on the south section of Meadville Street (3‑2) and supported the zoning administrator in setting deadlines for the 5280 Meadville Street construction project (5‑0).
- Approved $23,000 crack‑sealing bid from Allied Blacktop (5‑0)
- Authorized Mayor Fletcher to send MnDOT letter on Highway 7 safety options (5‑0)
- Directed installation of “No Parking” signs on south Meadville Street (3‑2)
- Supported Zoning Administrator Scott Richards on deadlines for 5280 Meadville Street project (5‑0)