Little Canada public meetings in 2022
10 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council approved the 2023 budget and a final tax levy of $4,203,524, representing an 11.75% increase. The council also awarded several construction bids for city facilities and parks, and approved a new software system for permits and licensing.
- Adopted 2023 budget (5-0)
- Adopted 2023 tax levy of $4,203,524 based on 11.75% increase (3-2)
- Approved $130,000 donation from Little Canada Fire Department for equipment fund (5-0)
- Awarded $1,010,402.50 bid for Pioneer Park improvements to Albrecht Company (5-0)
- Awarded $401,458.45 bid for City Hall renovation to Kraus Anderson (5-0)
- Approved $53,652 purchase of OpenGov software for permits and licensing (5-0)
- Approved Resolution of Support for Maxwell Labs investment fund application (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 870 amending the 2023 fee schedule (5-0)
City Council
The City Council ordered the improvement of Twin Lake Boulevard, which includes full depth reclamation, new curb and gutter, trail construction, and utility improvements. The Council also approved a cooperative and maintenance agreement with the City of Vadnais Heights to share costs and ownership.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-12-139 ordering the improvement and preparation of plans for Improvement No. 2023-04, Twin Lake Boulevard (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-12-140 approving the cooperate and maintenance agreement with the City of Vadnais Heights for the Twin Lake Boulevard project (5-0)
City Council
The City Council approved three resolutions to order street improvements including full depth reclamation, curb and gutter repair, and utility work. These projects will be funded by a 50% split between the city and special assessments for benefiting property owners.
- Approved Resolution 2022-12-136 for Spruce Street improvements (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-12-137 for Sunrise Drive improvements (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2022-12-138 for Sunset Court improvements (5-0)
Parks and Recreation
The Commission approved the 2023 meeting schedule, which includes moving the July meeting one week later and canceling the August meeting. The body also approved the minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting.
- Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 meeting schedule as recommended by staff (6-0)
City Council
The City Council denied a proposal by Cara Builders, LLC to construct a seven-home single-family community. The Council also approved the purchase of new playground equipment for Pioneer Park and authorized a grant agreement for sidewalks on Twin Lake Boulevard.
- Denied Villas of Gervais Lake preliminary plat and variances (4-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved purchase of playground equipment from Northland Recreation (5-0)
- Authorized grant agreement with Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority for Twin Lake Boulevard sidewalks (5-0)
- Called for public hearing on December 14, 2022, regarding Maxwell Labs investment application (5-0)
- Approved November 16, 2022 workshop and regular meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including vouchers, 2023 polling places, and public fund investments (5-0)
City Council
The City Council reached consensus to follow staff recommendations for 2023 water and sewer rate increases to prevent the water fund from becoming negative by 2026. The council also reviewed financing options for the General Capital Fund and Fire Equipment Fund, including the use of cash versus issuing bonds.
- Reached consensus to follow staff recommendation for 2023 water and sewer rate increases
City Council
The City Council approved a 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan and a one-year law enforcement contract with the Ramsey County Sheriff's Department. Other actions included approving a $300,000 grant for Pioneer Park and appointing two youth commissioners.
- Adopted 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan, including $50,000 for City Hall remodel and $23,625 for software (5-0)
- Approved 2023 law enforcement services agreement with Ramsey County Sheriff's Department (5-0)
- Authorized $300,000 grant contract with MN Commissioner of Natural Resources for Pioneer Park (5-0)
- Approved lot line adjustment between 2997 and 2985 Westwind Court (5-0)
- Appointed Ayanna Churcher to Parks & Rec Commission and Alexis Lum to Planning Commission (5-0)
- Accepted November 8, 2022 General Election results (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including vouchers, 2023 health insurance, and TimeSaver agreement (5-0)
- Approved partial pay request to Albrecht Company for Gervais Mill Park project (5-0)
City Council
City Council directed staff to include public restrooms in the City Hall remodel scope with a total project cost limit of $450,000. The Council also reached a consensus to partner with private owners to remove the blighted building at 3006 Rice Street.
- Directed staff to include public restrooms in City Hall remodel scope up to $450,000
- Consensus to partner with owners of 3006 Rice Street to remove building to encourage development
Parks and Recreation
The Parks & Recreation Commission voted to recommend Option I as the top choice and Option J as the secondary choice for the Pioneer Park playground project. The recommendation will be sent to the City Council for consideration.
- Approved October 6, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended Option I as top choice and Option J as secondary choice for Pioneer Park playground (7-0)
City Council
The City Council approved the final plat, rezoning, and development agreement for the first phase of the Pioneer Commons townhome project. The council also approved plans and bid authorization for the Pioneer Park improvement project.
- Approved Final Plat for Pioneer Commons First Addition (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Rezoned 5 parcels from R-1 to R-2 for Pioneer Commons (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved front and rear setback variances for Pioneer Commons units (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Pioneer Commons development agreement (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved Pioneer Park plans and authorized advertising for bids (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including vouchers and temporary liquor license for St. John's Church (5-0)
- Approved minutes from October 10 and 12, 2022 meetings (5-0)