Little Canada public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review two potential real estate transactions. The body will consider purchase agreements for city-owned parcels and a specific property on Rice Street.

• Purchase agreement for Twin Lake Boulevard Parcel A (PID 313022310001) and Parcel B (PID 313022310002) by Reuter Walton Development, LLC
• Offer to purchase 2750 Rice Street

City Council

The City Council will decide on the final 2022 budget, tax levy, and salary wage scales. The meeting includes public hearings on improvement projects and a rezoning request for a high-density residential project on Twin Lake Boulevard.

• Adoption of the Final 2022 Budget & Levy
• Ordinance 859: Rezoning Twin Lake Boulevard Parcel A and B from R-1 to R-3
• Ordinance 858: Amending 2022 fee schedules for water, sewer, and park rentals
• Improvement hearings for Yorkton Ridge and Maple Lane & Jackson Street
• Purchase of a shelter building for Rondeau Park

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a zoning map amendment for 0 North Owasso Blvd. The commission is also considering a preliminary/final plat and variance for 3000 Labore Road.

• Zoning Map Amendment (Rezoning) – 0 North Owasso Blvd (Twin Lake Blvd) – Case #1406
• Preliminary/Final Plat & Variance – 3000 Labore Road – Case #1407

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding development amendments and discuss the spending plan for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The body is also considering several 2022 service contracts and street improvement projects.

• Public hearing for PUD Amendment at Poolside, 121 County Road C East
• Public hearing for CUP Amendment for storage height at Advanced Masonry, 2956 Yorkton Boulevard
• Feasibility reports and public hearing calls for street improvements on Woodlynn Avenue and Ryan Drive
• Ordinance 857 to add youth representatives to Planning and Parks & Recreation Commissions
• Approval of 2022 Ramsey County Sheriff’s Department Contract

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to review a housing development proposal and a space needs analysis for City Hall.

• Review of Twin Lake Boulevard housing development plan
• City Hall space needs analysis

City Council

The City Council will review the 2022-2032 Capital Improvement Plan and potential street improvement projects. Discussion includes a transition of the City Engineer and updates to personnel policy.

• 2022-2032 Capital Improvement Plan
• Street improvement feasibility reports for Yorkton Ridge and Maple Lane-Jackson Street
• Installation of flashing crosswalks at Labore Road trail crossing
• Wagon vendor license for El Taco Nazo, LLC at 120 County Road C West
• Transition of City Engineer from Kasma to Seaburg

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss two primary topics. The body will review a contract for organized collection and recycling services and consider the acquisition of 2750 Rice Street.

• Discussion of Organized Collection/Recycling Services Contract
• Consideration of acquisition of 2750 Rice Street

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider several land use amendments and city code changes. The body will review requests for a Planned Unit Development amendment and a Conditional Use Permit amendment, alongside updates to city code regarding youth commissioners and accessory dwelling units.

• PUD-C Amendment for Poolside, 121 East County Road C (Case #1397)
• Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Advanced Masonry, 2956 Yorkton Blvd (Case #1404)
• City Code Chapter 202 text amendment regarding Youth Commissioner
• Text amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Review of Minn. Stat. § 412.211 concerning real estate acquisitions and sales

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the establishment of a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district and updates to the city zoning code. The body will also review a conditional use permit for a bank drive-thru and various temporary licenses.

• Establishment of TIF District 7-3 and adoption of a TIF plan including a business subsidy
• Ordinance 856 to amend Chapter 900 of the Little Canada Zoning Code
• Conditional Use Permit and architectural review for a Royal Credit Union drive-thru at 2640 Rice Street
• Temporary liquor and exempt gambling permits for St. John’s Church for November 21, 2021
• 2022 Ramsey County SCORE Grant Application

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to consider a zoning text amendment for a final draft zoning code update. The body will also review a conditional use permit and architectural design for a bank location.

• Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review for Royal Credit Union Bank at 2640 Rice Street (Case #1403)
• Zoning Text Amendment for the Final Draft Zoning Code Update, including ADU draft regulations

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will consider several equipment purchases and infrastructure updates. The body will also discuss park improvement plans and a grant application for the Gervais Mill Park Trail.

• Purchase of Toolcat utility vehicle and plow
• Replacement of Woodlyn lift station pumps
• Purchase of zero turn mower
• Resolution of support for Gervais Mill Park Trail grant application
• Termination of regulatory agreement with Cedars Lakeside Limited Partnership

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the upcoming ten-year Capital Improvement Plan. Discussions include Pioneer Park master plan improvements and various facility improvements.

• 2022 - 2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Pioneer Park Master Plan Improvements
• Summary of Facility Improvements for CIP

City Council

The City Council is conducting an assessment hearing regarding the 2021 Street Improvement Project. The meeting includes a presentation and a resolution to adopt final assessments for Old County Road C.

• Assessment Hearing for Old County Road C
• Resolution to adopt final assessments for Old County Road C

City Council

The City Council is meeting to conduct a public assessment hearing regarding the 2021 Greenbrier Circle street improvement project. The body will consider the adoption of the final assessment for this project.

• Assessment hearing for Greenbrier Circle 2021 improvement project
• Resolution to adopt final assessment for Greenbrier Circle 2021-01

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2022 budget and levy, including setting a date for the final levy public hearing. The meeting also includes presentations from Senator Jason Isaacson and Roseville School District Superintendent Dr. Jenny Loeck.

• 2022 Preliminary Levy and Budget
• New off-sale liquor and tobacco licenses for Tamang Liquor, Inc. at 2760 Rice Street
• Pavement Markings Project
• Curb cut request at 2883 Condit Street
• Temporary wage and hours increase for building inspection coverage

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the Spruce Street Development Project. No other formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Spruce Street Development Project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review and take action on the first final draft of the Zoning Code Update. The meeting also includes a period for public comment on items not listed on the agenda.

• Zoning Code Update First Final Draft

City Council

The City Council will receive a final presentation on the Pioneer Park Phase 1 Master Plan and an update on the Emerald Ash Borer plan. The body is also considering a multi-year service agreement and a payment for a firefighter memorial.

• Pioneer Park Phase 1 Master Plan Final Presentation
• 3-year service agreement with North Suburban Access Corporation for 2022-2024
• Partial Pay Request No. 2 to Albrecht Company for Firefighter Memorial
• Donation from the Little Canada Recreation Association
• Update on Plan for Emerald Ash Borer

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review the preliminary budget for 2022. The body will also discuss a development proposal for South Owasso Blvd and Spruce Street.

• South Owasso Blvd & Spruce Street development proposal
• 2022 Preliminary Budget discussion

City Council

The City Council will review a long-term pavement management plan and consider an ordinance regarding employment-related activity exclusion zones. The meeting also includes a levy update from the Ramsey County Housing & Redevelopment Authority.

• Review of 10-Year Pavement Management Plan
• Ordinance 855: Amend City Code Chapter 2204 regarding Exclusion Zones & Prohibition Of Certain Employment-Related Activities
• Ramsey County Housing & Redevelopment Authority Levy Update
• Change status of Recreation Coordinator position
• Approval of vouchers and donations received January 1 - August 12, 2021

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to conduct a preliminary review of the proposed 2022 budget and levy. This is a discussion-based meeting to evaluate financial planning for the upcoming year.

• Preliminary review of 2022 Proposed Budget & Levy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on zoning code draft items. The agenda includes a public hearing and a review of specific zoning documents.

• Review of PC ZONING ITEMS 8-12-21.PDF
• Public hearing

City Council

The City Council will receive a final presentation on Phase I of the Pioneer Park Master Plan. The body is also reviewing a request for a Fire Relief Association benefit increase and City Code Chapter 2204 regarding exclusion zones.

• Pioneer Park Master Plan Phase I Final Presentation
• Partial Pay Request No. 2 for T.A. Schifsky & Sons for 2021 Street Improvement Projects
• Request for Fire Relief Association benefit increase
• Review of City Code Chapter 2204: Exclusion Zones & Prohibition Of Certain Employment-Related Activities
• League Of Women Voters presentation on Roseville Area Study regarding equitable representation

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss a facility assessment survey. The session is focused on reviewing the Facility Assessment Survey Report.

• Review of City Facility Assessment Survey report

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review staff reports on infrastructure and city programs. The body will also consider permits for the St. John's Fall Festival and schedule a budget workshop.

• Temporary liquor license and exempt gambling permit for St. John's Fall Festival on September 25, 2021
• Pavement Management Plan report
• Spooner Park drainage improvements report
• 2021 Deer Control Program report
• Call for a 2022 Preliminary Budget Discussion workshop on August 25, 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider a partial payment for street improvement projects and select a contractor for Emerald Ash Borer treatment. The meeting also includes updates on the Pioneer Park Master Plan and a new business license request.

• Partial Pay Request No. 1 for T.A. Schifsky & Sons for 2021 Street Improvement Projects (Greenbrier Cir - Old Cty Road C)
• Request For Proposal selection for Emerald Ash Borer Treatment
• Tattoo/Body Art Business License for Micropigmentation Brow Studio, LLC at 15 Little Canada Road E
• Pioneer Park Master Plan Phase I Update
• Proclamations for Park & Rec Month and 2021 Night To Unite

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review zoning code comparisons with other cities. The body will also discuss an update to the city's strategic plan.

• Zoning code city comparisons discussion
• Strategic plan update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 8, 2021, was canceled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the application of American Rescue Plan funds and an employee WorkFlex policy. The body is also considering licenses for a tobacco store and a temporary liquor permit.

• Partial Pay Request No. 9 to New Look Contracting for County Road D & Greenbrier Street Improvement Projects 2019-01 & 2019-02
• Tobacco store license for The Hookah Hideout
• American Rescue Plan (ARPA) funds application
• Temporary Consumption & Display Permit for St. John's Church on July 21, 2021
• Employee WorkFlex Policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet virtually to discuss zoning code review items and application reviews. The body will also address the transition back to in-person meetings on July 8th.

• Zoning Code Review Items
• Application reviews from June 4

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss potential updates to the city's zoning code. The discussion is based on the document titled ZONING CODE UPDATE 6-9-2021.PDF.

• Discussion of Zoning Code Updates

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Annual Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program Review. The body is also considering a street crack filling contract and the hiring of a Public Works Utilities Supervisor.

• Public hearing: Annual Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program Review
• Contract approval: Northwest Asphalt & Maintenance for 2021 Street Crack Filling
• Personnel action: Hire of Public Works Utilities Supervisor
• Approval of vouchers

City Council

The City Council will present the 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and discuss the American Rescue Plan. The body is also considering land use permits and licenses for local businesses and events.

• Minor subdivision consideration at 817 Keller Parkway
• Conditional use permit for a detached garage at 528 Labore Road
• Fireworks contract with RES Pyro for Canadian Days
• Temporary liquor licenses for Little Canada Recreation Association and Canadian Days
• Massage therapy business licenses for Melissa Johnson at 80 County Road C West

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss an update to the city's zoning code. The meeting is scheduled as a virtual session.

• Zoning Code Update discussion

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission is meeting to consider action items and recommendations regarding local land use. The body will review a minor subdivision and a conditional use permit. Commissioners will also discuss draft items for the zoning code.

• Minor Subdivision - 817 Keller Parkway
• Conditional Use Permit - 528 Labore
• Zoning Code Draft Items 5-13-21

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a property subdivision and zoning amendments. The body will also discuss liquor license fees and a potential new stop sign.

• Subdivision of 3000 Labore Road (Applicant: Landmark Of Little Canada, LLC)
• Ordinance 854: Adding tattoo/body art and massage therapy as permitted uses in B-3 and B-4 districts
• Proposed new stop sign at Eli Road & Desoto Street
• Discussion of 2021-2022 On-Sale Liquor License Fees
• 2021-2022 Tobacco Store and Liquor license renewals

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review the preliminary 2022 budget and property tax levy. The session also includes a joint meeting with the Little Canada Fire Department.

• Annual joint meeting with the Little Canada Fire Department
• Preliminary 2022 budget and property tax levy discussion

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a minor subdivision request for 3000 Labore Road. The meeting also includes a discussion on proposed text amendments.

• Minor Subdivision - 3000 Labore Road
• Text Amendments

City Council

The City Council will consider a conditional use permit for a massage therapy business at 2558 Rice Street. The meeting includes discussions on the Pioneer Park Phase I Master Plan RFP and a revised assessment policy.

• Conditional Use Permit for massage therapy business at 2558 Rice Street
• Budget Amendment approval
• Resolution 2021-4-58 regarding Metropolitan Council Tax Base Revitalization Account Grant Funding
• RFP for Pioneer Park Phase I Master Plan
• Replacement of South Owasso Boulevard railroad crossing

City Council

The City Council will consider several staff appointments and a public hearing regarding conduit debt for the New Harmony Care Center. The meeting also includes discussions on street improvement bids and a request for proposals for the Pioneer Park Master Plan.

• Public hearing for New Harmony Care Center conduit debt issuance
• Hiring of part-time Recreation Coordinator
• Hiring of part-time Code Enforcement/Rental Housing Coordinator
• Awarding bid for 2021 Street Improvement Projects
• Consideration of Ordinance 853 regarding tattoo parlor code amendments

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss proposed changes to the city's zoning code. Members will also review revisions to the assessment policy.

• Proposed Zoning Code Updates
• Proposed Assessment Policy Revisions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit for 2558 Rice Street #1399. The meeting also includes a review of the Zoning Code Draft Items Packet.

• Conditional Use Permit - 2558 Rice Street #1399
• Zoning Code Draft Items Packet

City Council

The City Council will review a conditional use permit for a garden center at 2920 Rice Street. The meeting also includes discussion of the TIF management plan and Public Works organizational structure.

• Conditional Use Permit for a garden center at Frattalone’s Ace Hardware, 2920 Rice Street
• Resolution 2021-3-35 supporting a MnDNR Local Trail Connection Program Grant
• Resolution 2021-3-36 supporting the MnDNR Outdoor Recreation Grant Program for Gervais Mill Park trail improvements
• Easement agreement for Five-Star Manufactured Home Park
• Proposal for update to TIF Management Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a garden center. The body will also hold a discussion regarding an updated zoning code package.

• Conditional Use Permit for a garden center at 2920 Rice Street
• Discussion of the updated March Zoning Code Package

City Council

The City Council will review the 4th Quarter 2020 financial report and a General Fund budget amendment. The meeting includes a presentation by Metropolitan Council Commissioner Susan Vento and several consent agenda items.

• Partial pay request No. 6 to OMG Midwest, Inc. for Allen Avenue Street Improvement Project #2020-01
• Temporary liquor license for St. John's School Auction on April 30, 2021
• Award bid for a new Spooner Park lower shelter
• General Fund budget amendment for 2020
• 4th Quarter 2020 financial report

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting and a regular meeting. The primary focus of the workshop is a joint session with the Parks & Rec Commission to discuss priorities and the master plan scope for Pioneer Park.

• Joint meeting with Parks & Rec Commission regarding Pioneer Park priorities
• Discussion of Pioneer Park Master Plan scope

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a massage therapy business at 80 Minnesota Avenue. The body is also considering updates to the city fee schedule and the approval of 2021 improvement projects.

• Conditional Use Permit request for massage therapy business at 80 Minnesota Avenue
• Ordinance 852 to amend fee schedules for driveway permits, water meter costs, and plumbing fees
• Purchase of a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander administrative staff vehicle
• Presentation on St. Paul Waterworks $160 million upgrade to McCarron's Water Treatment Plant
• Call for public hearing for New Harmony Conduit Debt Bond Issuance

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a property at 80 Minnesota Avenue. The body will also review draft language for the zoning code.

• Conditional Use Permit for 80 Minnesota Avenue
• Review of Zoning Code draft language

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on several service contracts, a vehicle purchase, and a grant application. Members will also review a master plan report for Pioneer Park and discuss infrastructure improvements on Ryan Drive.

• Ryan Drive road and sanitary sewer improvements
• Partial pay request No. 8 to New Look Contracting for County Road D and Greenbrier Street projects
• Purchase of a 2021 GMC 2500 pickup truck
• Resolution 2021-2-19 for the Country Drive LRIP grant application
• Review of the University of Minnesota Resilient Communities Project report on Pioneer Park Master Plan

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to continue discussions regarding the city's strategic plan. The meeting includes a review of the 2019-2025 Strategic Plan.

• Strategic Plan Discussion Part 2
• Review of 2019-2025 Strategic Plan

City Council

The City Council is meeting to vote on updating the state building code and amending the fee schedule for development, water, and sewer connections. The body will also discuss liquor license fees and the purchase of vehicles and equipment for city services.

• Ordinance 850: Adopting the 2020 Minnesota State Building Code
• Ordinance 851: Amending the fee schedule for development, water & sewer connections and miscellaneous fees
• Purchase of a 2021 Ford F-350 Pickup Truck
• Purchase of replacement mobile and portable radios for the Fire Department
• Discussion of 2021 liquor license fees

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 14, 2020, was canceled. No actions were taken and no items were decided.