Hermantown, Minnesota

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The City Council will hold a work session to review an AUAR presentation and data center water overview. The session will conclude with a recess until August 3, 2026.

• AUAR Overview Presentation
• Data Center Water Overview

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The commission will hear a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development amendment submitted by BMAX, Inc. for an additional twinhome (2 units) on the existing 10‑acre site at 399x Stebner Road, increasing the total to 11 twinhome buildings (22 units). The amendment shifts the garage area and pickleball courts westward and removes a previously approved right‑of‑way extension. The commission will also receive a withdrawn plat application and a wetland replacement plan from Minnesota Power/Allete.

• PUD amendment request by BMAX, Inc. for 11 twinhome buildings (22 units) on 10 acres at 399x Stebner Road
• Withdrawal of a Preliminary and Final Plat application for the same site
• Wetland Replacement Plan submission by Minnesota Power/Allete for 1.12 acres at 5816 Morris Thomas Road

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The Hermantown City Council will consider several routine items on a consent agenda, including approval of city warrants totaling $674,509.67. Council members will vote on resolutions covering insurance coverage, an easement for the Lightning Drive Improvements and Trail Project, and a request for proposals for city attorney civil services. A key decision will be the approval of a $299,394.02 payment to Veit & Company for construction of Keene Creek Trail Segment 4. Presentations on the second quarter financials, capital improvement plan, and the 400‑foot rule will also be given.

• Approve general city warrants $674,509.67 (Accounts Payable)
• Resolution 2026-84: Approve insurance coverage and municipal tort liability limits
• Resolution 2026-85: Authorize easement for Lightning Drive Improvements and Trail Project
• Resolution 2026-86: Approve request for proposals for City Attorney civil services
• Resolution 2026-87: Approve $299,394.02 payment to Veit & Company for Keene Creek Trail Segment 4 construction

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HEDA

The Hermantown Economic Development Authority will meet to approve its 2027 budget and an annual report for the City. The body is also considering a motion to set the Treasurer's bond amount at $300,000.

• Motion to establish Treasurer bond at $300,000
• Approval of 2027 budget for submission to City Council
• Approval of 2025 Annual Report to the City
• Approval of an audit for submission to City Council
• Report to City Council on the Enabling Resolution

Utility Commission

The Hermantown Utility Commission will consider a utility billing update and review the Comfort Systems invoice. It will also receive reports on the WLSSD discharge monitoring, budget versus actual expenditures, and new water connections. The meeting includes standard public comment and commission member reports.

• Utility Billing Update
• Comfort Systems Invoice
• WLSSD Discharge Monitoring Report
• Budget to Actual Expenditure Report
• New Connections Report

The Utility Commission approved the May 14, 2026 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It declined Jan Holt's request for an additional credit on the sewer portion of the utility bill, citing existing policy, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Approved May 14, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Declined additional sewer credit request (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

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The Hermantown City Council will hold a closed session to discuss lawsuits concerning a proposed data center. After the closed session, the council will vote on routine items, including city warrants totaling $641,616.36, and on several resolutions such as election judges, a grant application, easement for Lightning Drive improvements, and special use permits for a greenhouse and a 103‑unit apartment building. The meeting also includes a professional services contract with Kimley‑Horn and Associates for up to $20,000.

• Closed session to discuss lawsuits related to the proposed data center (Minnesota Statutes §13D.05 Subd. 3(b))
• Approve general city warrants from June 16‑30, 2026 in the amount of $641,616.36
• Approve special use permit for a greenhouse/nursery in an S‑1 suburban zoning district
• Approve special use permit for a 103‑unit apartment building in an HM – Hermitown Marketplace zoning district
• Authorize professional services agreement with Kimley‑Horn and Associates, Inc. for up to $20,000

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The Hermantown City Council work session will discuss the Road Improvement Program Special Assessment Policy, including its assessment rates and financing rules. Council members will also talk about the Financial Management Plan and the preliminary budget for 2027. A motion to recess the next regular City Council meeting to July 6, 2026 will be considered.

• Review of Road Improvement Program Special Assessment Policy (per‑lot assessment $9,750, 4% interest rate)
• Discussion of Financial Management Plan and 2027 preliminary budget
• Motion to recess the July 6, 2026 City Council meeting

The council reached consensus to move forward with the Lightning Drive/Getchell Road road improvement and to apply only commercial assessments for the project. Further discussion was deferred for the Stebner Road project, pending timing with the Blatnik Bridge improvements. The meeting was recessed until the next council session on July 6, 2026. No vote counts were recorded.

• Proceed with Lightning Drive/Getchell Road project using commercial assessments (consensus)
• Defer additional discussion on Stebner Road project
• Recess council meeting until July 6, 2026

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The Hermantown Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two Special Use Permit applications. One request is for a 103‑unit, four‑story apartment building on a 5.8‑acre site at 4818 Maple Grove Road in the Hermantown Marketplace district. The other request is for greenhouse sales on a 10‑acre parcel at 5853 W Arrowhead Road in the S‑1 Suburban district. The commission will discuss these proposals before any approval action.

• Special Use Permit for a 103‑unit, 4‑story apartment building on 5.8 acre at 4818 Maple Grove Road (HM zoning)
• Special Use Permit for greenhouse sales on 10 acre at 5853 W Arrowhead Road (S‑1 zoning)

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The Park Board is meeting at the Keene Creek Park pavilion to walk the trails. The board will review the trail areas to the north and south of the park, which are currently under construction.

• Site visit to Keene Creek Park trails currently under construction

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The Hermantown City Council will hold a public hearing on three resolutions (2026-73, 2026-74, 2026-75) to accept utility and right‑of‑way easements from MCB Development LLC and to vacate Williams Drive off Ugstad Road. The Council will also consider a motion to renew liquor licenses for numerous local establishments and a motion to approve a temporary service area expansion and dance permit for Beacon Sports Bar during Summerfest on July 17‑18, 2026. Routine items on the consent agenda include approval of city warrants totaling $649,418.01. Additional resolutions cover an absentee ballot board, a FEMA‑city grant application, performance measures, appointment of an insurance broker, and changes to road‑improvement district assessments and debt service transfers.

• Resolutions 2026-73, 2026-74, 2026-75 to accept utility and right‑of‑way easements and vacate Williams Drive off Ugstad Road
• Motion to approve or deny renewal of liquor licenses for multiple establishments (e.g., AAD Shrine, Famous Dave's, Beacon Sports Bar, etc.)
• Motion to approve temporary service area expansion and dance permit for Beacon Sports Bar for Summerfest July 17‑18, 2026
• Consent agenda approval of general city warrants from June 1‑15, 2026 in the amount of $649,418.01
• Resolution 2026-71 amending the final assessment roll for Road Improvement District No. 541 & 542

The council unanimously approved three resolutions to accept a utility easement, a right‑of‑way easement, and to vacate Williams Drive from Ugstad Road (5‑0 each). It also approved a slate of liquor‑license renewals and a temporary service‑area expansion and dance permit for Beacon Sports Bar, both with 5‑0 votes. The consent agenda, including $649,418.01 in city warrants, and several other resolutions (absentee ballot board, FEMA grant, performance measures, insurance broker, road‑assessment roll, and debt‑service transfers) were likewise carried.

• Approved 2026-73 Resolution accepting utility easement from MCB Development LLC (5-0)
• Approved 2026-74 Resolution accepting right‑of‑way easement for Williams Drive (5-0)
• Approved 2026-75 Resolution vacating Williams Drive off Ugstad Road (5-0)
• Approved liquor‑license renewals for multiple establishments (5-0)
• Approved temporary service‑area expansion and dance permit for Beacon Sports Bar (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda authorizing $649,418.01 in city warrants (5-0)
• Approved 2026-67 Resolution establishing an absentee ballot board (5-0)
• Approved 2026-70 Resolution appointing Reliable Insurance Agency as city broker (4-0-1)

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The Hermantown City Council will vote on amendments to the city's Comprehensive Plan regarding land use, transportation, and utilities. The body is also reviewing settlement agreements, development contracts, and easement agreements for the Lightning Drive Improvements and Trail Project.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Chapters 4, 6, and 7
• General city warrants from May 15 to May 31, 2026, totaling $646,624.88
• Development Agreement with JLG Enterprises Of Hermantown, LLP for Peyton Acres Phase 4
• Four easement agreements for the Hermantown Lightning Drive Improvements and Trail Project
• Change Order Number 3 for Keene Creek Trail Segment 4 Construction to Veit & Company for $23,977.80

The council voted to adopt Resolution 2026-55, amending Chapters 4, 6, and 7 of the Comprehensive Plan as prepared by Hoisington Koegler Group, Inc. The motion passed 4-1, with Mayor Wayne Boucher voting nay. The council also approved two settlement agreements (Resolutions 2026-56 and 2026-57) and the consent agenda for city warrants totaling $646,624.88.

• Approved Consent Agenda for city warrants $646,624.88 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-55 Comprehensive Plan amendment (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2026-56 Settlement with Gilbertson et al. (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-57 Settlement with Nicole and Travis Anderson et al. (5-0)

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The Hermantown Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to authorize the execution of easement agreements for the Lightning Drive Utility and Trail Project. The agenda also includes a motion to cancel a future meeting and the approval of prior minutes.

• Resolution to authorize easement agreements for Lightning Drive Utility and Trail Project
• Motion to cancel November 19, 2026 HEDA Meeting
• Approval of March 26, 2026 HEDA Minutes
• Work session on tax abatement for economic development authorities
• Presentation on public financing tools for development

The board approved the March 26, 2026 HEDA meeting minutes. It cancelled the scheduled November 19, 2026 HEDA meeting. It adopted Resolution 2026-01H to authorize easement agreements for parcels 395-0092-00160 and 395-0092-00090 for the Lightning Drive Utility and Trail Project.

• Approved March 26, 2026 HEDA minutes (Yea 5, Nay 0, Absent 2)
• Cancelled November 19, 2026 HEDA meeting (Yea 5, Nay 0, Absent 2)
• Approved Resolution 2026-01H authorizing easement agreements for parcels 395-0092-00160 and 395-0092-00090 for Lightning Drive Utility and Trail Project (Yea 5, Nay 0, Absent 2)
• Recess motion carried (Yea 5, Nay 0, Absent 2)

P&Z

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple applications, including a special use permit for a 103‑unit, four‑story apartment on a 5.8‑acre site at 4818 Maple Grove Road. Other items include a subdivision request, wetland replacement plans, and a large office/freight distribution facility. A public hearing will also consider an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan’s transportation and utilities chapter to expand the urban services area.

• 5A – Special Use Permit for grading and filling in a General Development Shoreland Area at 56xx Hwy 194 (Kyle Kloss).
• 5B – Subdivision application for a 136‑ft wide, 0.65‑acre parcel and a 4.18‑acre lot at 5245 Maple Grove Road (Levi Stauber/Cottage Life Investments LLC).
• 5C – Wetland Replacement Plan for 13,503 sq ft of impacts at 3956 Stebner Road (JLG Enterprises of Hermantown LLP).
• 5D – Wetland Replacement Plan for 2.31 acres linked to a 231,000 sq ft office/freight distribution facility at 531x Miller Trunk Highway (Scannell Properties).
• 5E – Special Use Permit for a 103‑unit, four‑story apartment building on 5.8 acres at 4818 Maple Grove Road (1 LLC).

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The Hermantown City Council will hold a closed session to discuss litigation matters before reconvening in open session. The meeting includes a presentation of the 2025 audit and public comment. Council members will vote on a new liquor license for Hermantown Tavern, approve routine financial items, and consider several resolutions covering infrastructure, procurement, and planning projects.

• Approve new liquor license for Hermantown Tavern, 4767 W. Arrowhead Road (on‑sale intoxicating, Sunday)
• Consent agenda: approve city warrants from May 1‑15, 2026 totaling $705,005.95
• Resolution 2026-50: purchase Towmaster T-16T trailer for $25,920
• Resolution 2026-51: accept easement agreement with Minnesota Power for Hermantown Lightning Drive Improvements and Trail Project
• Resolution 2026-52: receive preliminary engineering report and schedule public hearing for Road Improvement District No. 548 (reconstruction of Stebner Road between Morris Thomas Road and Maple Grove Road)

The council approved a new liquor license for Hermantown Tavern at 4767 W. Arrowhead Road, effective June 1, 2026. They approved general city warrants totaling $705,005.95. They adopted Resolution 2026-48, accepting the large project scoping document and authorizing preparation of the draft Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) for the Section 31 Hermantown Industrial Project. They also approved Resolution 2026-49 clarifying the motion to table Resolution 2026-45. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved new liquor license for Hermantown Tavern, 4767 W. Arrowhead Rd (5-0)
• Approved general city warrants $705,005.95 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-48 to accept scoping document and authorize AUAR for Section 31 industrial project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-49 clarifying motion to table Resolution 2026-45 (5-0)
• Approved motion to close meeting for closed session on litigation (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene in open session at 5:13 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved motion to recess at 6:43 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene at 6:46 p.m. (5-0)

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will review and vote on three utility bill credit requests submitted by Holt, Anderson, and Somers. The meeting also includes public comment on utility matters, updates on water and wastewater reports, and a presentation on the Adolph Utility Extension economic impact study. Additional agenda items cover a Stebner Road feasibility study, a waste management plan amendment public comment period, and budget-to-actual expenditure reporting.

• Utility Bill Credit Request - Holt
• Utility Bill Credit Request - Anderson
• Utility Bill Credit Request - Somers
• Waste Management Plan Amendment — Public Comment Period
• Stebner Rd Feasibility Study

The commission approved utility bill credit requests for three customers—Holt, Anderson, and Somers—charging each a Tier 1 rate. Anderson will not receive a sewer overage charge and Somers will not incur a late fee for that month. The motion passed unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. The commission also approved the prior meeting minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved March 12, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved utility bill credit request for Holt (Tier 1 rate) (6-0)
• Approved utility bill credit request for Anderson (Tier 1 rate, no sewer overage charge) (6-0)
• Approved utility bill credit request for Somers (Tier 1 rate, no late fee) (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:12 pm (6-0)

Board of Appeals

The Hermantown Board of Appeals will consider a variance request that exempts the paving requirements of Section 525.04.6 for a 66,000‑square‑foot gravel storage area associated with a new 16,200‑square‑foot office/contractor shop at 5440 Miller Trunk Highway in the C‑1 Office/Light Industrial district. Staff recommends approval of the special use permit and commercial‑industrial development permit, subject to conditions including submission of final site plans and a $750 administrative fine per violation. The decision will address storm‑water control, wetlands proximity, and consistency with the Comprehensive Plan.

• Variance request to waive paving requirements for 66,000 sq ft gravel storage at 5440 Miller Trunk Hwy
• Proposed construction of a 16,200 sq ft multi‑tenant office/contractor shop
• Administrative fine of $750 per violation of approval conditions
• Requirement to provide final site engineering and architectural plans before permit issuance
• Parcel size 5.8 acres in C‑1 zone with wetlands overlay

City Council

The Hermantown City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 2026-45, which approves a development agreement and a property tax abatement for the Hermantown Data Center project with Harmony Group, LLC. The council will also consider a special‑use permit for an accessory structure at 3711 Sugar Maple Drive and a utility agreement with Michael and Kenrea Perell. Routine items on the consent agenda include approval of city warrants totaling $724,216.63.

• Resolution 2026-45: Approve development agreement and tax abatement for Harmony Group, LLC (Hermantown Data Center)
• Resolution 2026-46: Special use permit for accessory structure >1,200 sq ft at 3711 Sugar Maple Drive (R‑3 zoning)
• Resolution 2026-47: Authorize utility agreement with Michael and Kenrea Perell
• Accounts payable: Approve general city warrants from April 16‑30 2026 totaling $724,216.63
• Presentation: Hermantown Data Center fiscal impacts

The council voted 5‑0 to table Resolution 2026‑45, which would have approved a development and tax‑abatement agreement with Harmony Group for the Hermantown Data Center. It also voted 5‑0 to approve Resolution 2026‑46, granting a special‑use permit for an accessory structure at 4311 Sugar Maple Drive. The consent agenda, including $724,216.63 in city warrants, was approved unanimously, and a motion to move public comment to the agenda’s final item also passed 5‑0.

• Tabled 2026-45 Resolution on data center development and tax abatement (5-0)
• Approved 2026-46 Special Use Permit for accessory structure at 4311 Sugar Maple Drive (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda accounts payable warrants totaling $724,216.63 (5-0)
• Moved public comment to the final agenda item (5-0)
• Approved minutes for April 20 and April 27 City Council sessions (5-0)

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The Hermantown City Council work session will discuss a preview of the upcoming Local Board of Appeals & Equalization meeting. It will also preview the tax abatement and development agreements for the Hermantown Data Center. The council will then recess until the May 4, 2026 meeting.

• Preview of Local Board of Appeals & Equalization meeting
• Preview of tax abatement and development agreements for Hermantown Data Center
• Recess of council business until May 4, 2026

The council discussed upcoming Board of Appeals & Equalization meeting and previewed a tax abatement and development agreement for a data center. No motions were adopted, and the council recessed until the May 4 meeting.

Park Board

The Hermantown Park Board will hold a guided tour of several city parks on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. The tour begins at 1:00 p.m. at Fichtner Field and proceeds to Rose Road Fields, Stebner Park, and Keene Creek Park/Ball Park/Trails, concluding at 3:00 p.m. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• 1:00 p.m. – Tour of Fichtner Field
• 1:45 p.m. – Tour of Rose Road Fields
• 2:15 p.m. – Tour of Stebner Park
• 3:00 p.m. – Tour of Keene Creek Park/Ball Park/Trails

P&Z

The Hermantown Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a Special Use Permit for a 2,400-square-foot accessory structure at 4311 Sugar Maple Drive and a Commercial Industrial Development Permit for a 231,000-square-foot warehouse/distribution facility at 531x Miller Trunk Highway.

• Special Use Permit for 2,400 sq ft accessory structure at 4311 Sugar Maple Drive
• Commercial Industrial Development Permit for 231,000 sq ft warehouse at 531x Miller Trunk Highway
• Preliminary and Final Plat for 47 acre BP district property
• Approval of March 17, 2026 Planning & Zoning minutes
• Public discussion on agenda items not listed

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The City Council will discuss the NorthStar Ford Arena close out and an economic impact analysis for the Adolph utility extension. The body is also deciding on equipment purchases and infrastructure support for St. Louis County.

• Purchase of a John Deere 325 G Tracked Skid Steer for $74,500.00
• Support for 2027 Project CSAH 32 (Arrowhead Rd) sidewalk, curb, gutter, and storm sewer
• NorthStar Ford Arena change orders reducing costs by $246,238.91
• Payment request for NorthStar Ford Arena to Kraus-Anderson Construction Company for $267,072.77
• Approval of general city warrants from April 1 to April 15, 2026, totaling $639,836.96

The council approved general city warrants totaling $639,836.96. It also approved a $74,500 purchase of a John Deere 325 G tracked skid steer, supported St. Louis County’s 2027 Arrowhead Rd sidewalk and storm‑sewer project, and reduced the NorthStar Ford Arena contract by $246,238.91. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved general city warrants $639,836.96 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of John Deere 325 G tracked skid steer $74,500 (5-0)
• Approved support for St. Louis County 2027 Arrowhead Rd sidewalk, curb, gutter & storm sewer project (5-0)
• Approved reduction of NorthStar Ford Arena contract by $246,238.91 (5-0)

HEDA

The Hermantown Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss the transfer of easement agreements to the City of Hermantown. The meeting also includes a motion to cancel a future session in November.

• Resolution 2026-01H: Acceptance of easement agreements for parcels 395-0092-00160, 395-0092-00090, and 395-0092-00160 for the Lightning Drive Utility and Trail Project
• Motion to cancel the November 19, 2026 HEDA meeting

City Council

The Hermantown City Council will consider awarding a contract for HVAC upgrades at City Hall and an amendment for geotechnical services for a street improvement district. The body will also review general city warrants for payment.

• Contract award to Gartner Refrigeration Company for City Hall HVAC Upgrade Project: $305,331.00
• Amendment for geotechnical services for Street Improvement District No. 547 (Lightning Drive & Thunderchief Lane): not to exceed $29,894
• General city warrants from March 16, 2026 through March 31, 2026: $925,530.76

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HEDA

The Hermantown Economic Development Authority will meet to approve previous minutes and conduct a work session. The primary focus of the meeting is an educational session regarding tax abatements for EDAs.

• Work session: Tax Abatement 101 for EDA’s
• Approval of February 19th, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council

The Hermantown City Council will hold a work session to discuss a Financial Management Plan and the meeting format for the Local Board of Appeals & Equalization. The meeting is scheduled to recess until April 6, 2026.

• Discussion of Financial Management Plan
• Discussion of Local Board of Appeals & Equalization meeting format
• Recess to April 6, 2026 City Council Meeting

General

The Board of Appeals & Adjustments will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property in an R-3 residential district. The applicant seeks to reduce the rear yard setback to allow for the construction of a 1,350 square foot single-family home.

• Public hearing for RB Holdings, LLC regarding a 20-foot reduction to the rear yard setback at 5102 Hermantown Road

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The City Council will discuss a Minnesota Power update regarding the Google Electric Service Agreement. The body is deciding on budget transfers, bond compliance procedures, and a contamination cleanup grant.

• Approval of general city warrants totaling $854,197.34
• Resolution 2026-35 to amend selected budgets and make transfers
• Resolution 2026-37 to accept a Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Contamination Cleanup Grant
• Resolution 2026-38 for consulting services with Braun Intertec Corporation not to exceed $23,000.00
• Presentation on the Google Electric Service Agreement by Minnesota Power

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will receive a presentation from City Engineer David Bolf regarding capital planning for utilities. The body will also review various reports, including budget expenditures and water loss.

• Capital Planning for Utilities presentation by David Bolf
• WLSSD Wastewater Treatment 2025 year-end adjustment
• MN Dept of Health Sample Number 26A1203-01 results
• Budget to Actual Expenditure Report
• Comfort Systems Invoice

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding contracts for a water system project and new police vehicles. The body will also review infrastructure reports and legislative efforts during the pre-agenda meeting.

• Contract award to Lakehead Constructors Inc. for Improvement District No. 323 Water System Connection and Booster Station Project for $943,672.00
• Contract award for the purchase of two police vehicles for $109,323.84 plus taxes and fees
• Approval of general city warrants from February 16, 2026 through February 28, 2026 in the amount of $2,991,655.11
• Resolution authorizing support of the St. Louis County Business Development Public Infrastructure Program Grant for improvements on CSAH 49 and CR 284
• Appointment of Barry Simonson to a three-year term on the Utility Commission

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City Council

The Hermantown City Council will hold a work session to discuss a 10-year plan covering trails, roads, and utilities. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 23rd, 2026, at 4:30 P.M. in the Large Conference Room.

• Discussion of 10-year Infrastructure Plan (Trails, Roads, & Utilities)
• Work session scheduled for Monday, February 23rd, 2026
• Meeting location: Large Conference Room

HEDA

P&Z

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application by Jason Warner to subdivide a property into two parcels. The proposal includes the creation of a flag lot for a new single-family home.

• Public hearing for subdivision application at 3971 Stebner Road to create a 0.95-acre parcel and a 5.32-acre flag lot
• Proposed conveyance of a 7,000 square foot portion of property to a neighbor for an existing pond
• Requirement of a $1,100 fee in lieu of land dedication for parks and recreation for the new residential lot
• Proposed $750 administrative fine per violation of approval conditions

City Council

The Hermantown City Council will review several infrastructure and development agreements. This includes engineering services for road improvements and the termination and creation of development contracts.

• General city warrants from February 1 to February 15, 2026, totaling $1,138,534.19
• Pay request of $131,831.78 to Kraus-Anderson Construction Company for NorthStar Ford Arena
• Engineering services amendment for road improvements on Lightning Drive and Thunderchief Lane
• Increase of not-to-exceed contract amount to $699,800 with Northland Consulting Engineers for Road Improvement District No. 553 (Hawkline Business Park)
• Termination of development contracts with Bill & Irv’s Properties, Inc. and Hawkline Development LLC

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City Council

The Hermantown City Council will consider resolutions to purchase a new aerial apparatus and ladder truck, along with other equipment and infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes the approval of financial reports and wage rates.

• Purchase of Pierce 110' aerial apparatus for $1,999,986.00
• Approval of ladder truck purchase terms up to $1,300,000
• Approval of police radios for $229,231.65
• HVAC control upgrades project scope
• Waiver of municipal consent for TH 2 resurfacing project

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss capital improvements for facilities. The session will then recess until the February 2, 2026, City Council meeting.

• Discussion of Capital Improvements - Facilities

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City Council

The Hermantown City Council will consider several payment requests for the NorthStar Ford Arena and a purchase for parks maintenance. The body will also review a professional services agreement for city engineering and updates to data practices procedures.

• Pay Request 19 for NorthStar Ford Arena to Kraus-Anderson Construction Company: $143,711.56
• Pay Request 20 for NorthStar Ford Arena to Kraus-Anderson Construction Company: $523,940.54
• Purchase of a Bobcat Tool Cat for Parks and Trail Maintenance: $89,270.55
• General city warrants from January 1 to January 15, 2026: $822,661.81
• Final plans and bid advertisement for Improvement District No. 323 Water System Connection and Booster Station Project

HEDA

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City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance regarding accessory dwelling units and vote on a special use permit for cannabis cultivation. The body will also review city warrants and construction payments for the Keene Creek Trail.

• Ordinance 2025-23: Adding Section 1830 for Accessory Dwelling Units to the Zoning Code
• Resolution 2026-04: Special Use Permit for cannabis cultivation at 4599 Abrahamson Road
• General city warrants from December 16 to December 31, 2026, totaling $1,168,271.51
• Resolution 2026-05 and 2026-06: Payments to Veit & Company for Keene Creek Trail Segment 4 totaling $53,850.86
• Tobacco License Renewal for Holiday Stationstore #2746190 at 4795 Miller Trunk Highway