Maple Grove public meetings in 2025

Parks and Recreation Board

The Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Board will approve routine consent items, including minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting, financial claims, a parkkeeper appointment, and a subdivision at Village at Arbor Lakes 17th Addition. The board will also review the 2026 Parks and Recreation budget and the 2026‑2030 Park Development Program as old business. New business consists of a design‑build proposal for a new skate park.

• Approve minutes – November 20, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve claims – park check registers and purchasing card records
• Appointment – Parkkeeper
• Subdivision – Village at Arbor Lakes 17th Addition
• Skate park design‑build proposal

The board approved the meeting agenda and consent items by voice vote. It adopted the 2026 Parks and Recreation budget, the Community Center enterprise budget, and the Sports Dome enterprise budget, each with seven ayes and no nays. The 2026‑2030 Park Development Program was also approved. The Northwest Maple Grove Park Planning Master Plan was tabled until the January meeting.

• Approved agenda (voice vote 7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent items – minutes Nov 20 2025, claims, parkkeeper appointment, Village at Arbor Lakes 17th Addition (voice vote 7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved 2026 Parks and Recreation Budget (voice vote 7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved 2026 Community Center Enterprise Budget (voice vote 7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved 2026 Sports Dome Enterprise Budget (voice vote 7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved 2026‑2030 Park Development Program (voice vote 7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Tabled Northwest Maple Grove Park Planning Master Plan to January meeting (voice vote 7 ayes, 0 nays)

Lake Quality Commission

The Lake Quality Commission has no business meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025, though members may attend a social event at The Lookout.

• No business meeting scheduled for December 17
• Social event at The Lookout (8672 Pineview Lane)
• Next meeting scheduled for January 21, 2026

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve its 2026 budget and tax levy. The body will also consider the 2026 budget for Woodland Mounds senior housing and two development agreement assignments.

• Resolution No. 50: 2026 EDA budget and tax levy
• 2026 Woodland Mounds senior housing budget
• Resolution No. 51: Assignment of development agreement from Opus to BAE
• Resolution No. 52: Assignment of development agreement and TIF notes from Ryan to Boston Scientific

The Maple Grove Economic Development Authority approved its 2026 operating budget and set a $150,000 tax levy to fund administrative costs and housing programs. It also adopted the senior‑housing budget for the Woodland Mounds apartments, including a 3% rent increase and a projected surplus of just over $240,000. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved September 15, 2025 EDA meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 51, consenting to assignment and assumption of development agreement with Opus to BAE (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 52, consenting to assignment and assumption of development agreement and TIF notes for Ryan Companies to Boston Scientific (5-0)
• Adopted 2026 Woodland Mounds senior housing budget with 3% rent increase and $240,000 surplus (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 50, 2026 EDA budget and $150,000 tax levy (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting to City Council session (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will decide on the 2026 general fund budget, tax levy, and capital improvement plan. The meeting includes discussions on several planned unit developments and the adoption of various city appointments.

• Adoption of 2026 general fund budget, tax levy, CIP levy, and road reconstruction levy (Res. No. 25-171)
• Rezoning and platting for Arbor Ridge Business Park (Ord. No. 25-18 and Res. No. 25-175)
• Rezoning and development plans for Juniper Hill
• Public nuisance declaration and abatement for 9139 Kirkwood Lane North (Res. No. 25-172)
• Liquor license for Tiffany’s Kitchen & Bar Morning, Noon, Night

The council authorized the purchase of a new tower ladder truck and two pumper trucks for $5,251,999. It also approved the 2026 transit operating budget, eliminated several pandemic‑suspended bus routes, and appointed a new member to the Parks and Recreation Board. Additional actions included approvals for senior housing plans, a stream‑restoration contract, road‑fund transfers, fire‑relief bylaws, and city claims.

• Authorized purchase of one tower ladder truck and two pumper trucks for $5,251,999
• Approved 2026 Maple Grove Transit operating budget ($5.7 M) and eliminated pandemic‑suspended bus routes (5‑0 vote)
• Appointed Judy Hanson to the Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Board (term through Dec 31 2028) (5‑0 vote)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑173 recommending approval of the Fernbrook Senior Housing concept‑stage plan
• Adopted Resolution 25‑170 awarding the $259,092 Rush Creek Stream Restoration contract to Sunram Construction
• Approved multiple transfers from the Road Reconstruction Fund to various debt service funds
• Approved updated Fire Relief Association bylaws effective Jan 1 2026
• Approved city claims totaling $6,691,011.20

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council will hold a work‑session to continue discussion of the scattered‑site housing update. No other specific actions are listed; other items may be addressed as needed. The meeting is scheduled for December 15, 2025 at 6:15 p.m. at 12800 Arbor Lakes Pkwy.

• Scattered Site Housing update – continued discussion

The council continued discussion of the city's scattered site housing program and reviewed additional information provided by staff. Council members talked about maintaining the program at its current level while considering future policy changes such as rent adjustments, lease term limits, and unit‑size matching. Staff will supply a copy of the consent decree that required affordable housing development and will assess any Community Development Block Grant funds that might need repayment. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for three planned unit developments. The body will review concept and development stage plans, plats, and rezoning requests before forwarding them to the City Council.

• Arbor Lakes Business Park planned unit development concept stage plan
• Arbor Ridge Business Park concept stage plan, development stage plan, preliminary plat, rezoning, and final plat
• Juniper Hill planned unit development concept stage plan, development stage plan, and rezoning

The Planning Commission approved the November 24 minutes and closed two public hearings. It recommended the City Council direct the City Attorney to draft resolutions for the Arbor Lakes Building 10 and Arbor Ridge business park development plans, and to approve rezoning of the Arbor Ridge site from R‑A to PUD. All motions passed unanimously with four ayes and no nays.

• Approved November 24 minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Closed Arbor Lakes public hearing at 7:13 p.m. (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended City Council draft resolution approving Arbor Lakes Building 10 PUD concept plan (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Removed Arbor Ridge item from the table (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Closed Arbor Ridge public hearing at 7:28 p.m. (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended City Council draft resolution and PUD agreement for Arbor Ridge development plans (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Recommended City Council draft ordinance rezoning Arbor Ridge from R‑A to PUD (4 ayes, 0 nays)

Community Center Working Group

The Maple Grove Community Center Working Group will receive an update on Phase One construction, review the Phase Two design development presentation, and discuss plans for historical displays. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Phase one construction update (Phase one update.pdf)
• Phase two design development presentation (Phase two Design Development presentation.pdf)
• Discussion of historical displays (Historical displays.pdf)

The working group received updates on Phase 1 construction, noting a temporary occupancy target of Jan 8 2026 and a delay caused by steel joist issues. Phase 2 design features were presented, with an anticipated completion date of Jan 2029. A discussion was held about future historical displays, with the Economic Development Director planning to seek council approval for a contract with the 106 Group.

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2026 Budget, off-sale liquor license fees, and a liquor license for Tiffany’s Kitchen & Bar. The body will also consider several infrastructure projects and the 2026 Fee Schedule.

• Public hearing for the 2026 Budget
• Ordinance No. 25-17 adopting the 2026 Fee Schedule
• 2026 Pavement Management Program (Resolutions 25-155, 25-156, 25-157, 25-158)
• 2026 Pond Maintenance Project No. 26-06 contract award
• Planned unit development concept plans for Tri-Care Self Storage and Fernbrook Senior Housing

The Maple Grove City Council adopted several infrastructure and financial resolutions. It approved a police officer separation, multiple street rehabilitation projects, a pond‑maintenance contract, and a $4,573,622.31 claim payment. The council also adopted the 2026 fee schedule and postponed a liquor‑license decision to the next meeting.

• Approved separation of Officer Samuel Ortman, effective Dec 1 2025
• Adopted Resolution 25‑163 approving Huntington National Bank planned unit development concept and development plans
• Adopted Resolutions 25‑155 to 25‑158 establishing four street rehabilitation projects and authorizing feasibility studies, plans, hearings, assessments, and bid advertisements
• Awarded 2026 Pond Maintenance Project contract to Valdes Lawn Care & Snow Removal, LLC
• Amended special assessment deferment policy (Resolution 25‑167) to allow deferment of principal and interest for 2026
• Approved city claims totaling $4,573,622.31
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑17 setting the 2026 fee schedule (vote 5‑0)
• Tabled action on Tiffany’s Kitchen & Bar off‑sale liquor license to Dec 15, 2025 meeting (vote 5‑0)

City Council

The City Council work session will hear interviews conducted by the Planning Commission. Council members will receive an update on the scattered‑site housing program, accompanied by a memo. No other agenda items are specified.

• Planning Commission interviews
• Scattered site housing update (memo)
• Other items as deemed necessary

The council interviewed three candidates for the Planning Commission and reviewed the status of the city's scattered‑site affordable housing program. After discussion, council members reached a consensus to appoint Gene Marsh to the Planning Commission at the December 15, 2025 meeting. No formal vote or other decisions were recorded.

• Consensus to appoint Gene Marsh to Planning Commission (to be acted on Dec 15, 2025)

Transit and Mobility Committee

The Transit and Mobility Committee will consider several reports, including the 2026 Transit Budget and a long‑range capital improvement budget covering 2025‑2035. They will also discuss trail project planning, ridership data, service updates, and a revised fare structure for the MY RIDE system. The meeting includes routine items such as the oath of office and approval of prior minutes.

• Trail Project Planning
• Transit Ridership Report
• MY RIDE Revised Fare Structure
• 2026 Transit Budget
• 2025‑2035 Transit Capital Improvement Project Budget

The committee approved the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes by a unanimous vote. Members received updates on trail pavement conditions, transit ridership trends, upcoming express bus service changes, and the revised MY Ride fare structure approved by the city council. Draft 2026 transit operating and capital improvement budgets were presented as information items. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was approved.

• Approved September 30, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two planned unit development concept stage plans. The body will also consider a zoning ordinance text amendment regarding the parking of recreational vehicles.

• Public hearing: Tri-Care Self Storage planned unit development concept stage plan
• Public hearing: Fernbrook Senior Housing planned unit development concept stage plan
• Public hearing: Zoning ordinance text amendment for parking recreational vehicles
• Tabled item: Arbor Ridge Business Park PUD and rezoning (rescheduled for December 8, 2025)

The Planning Commission approved all consent items, including tabling the Arbor Ridge Business Park plan until Dec. 8, 2025. It unanimously recommended the City Council direct the City Attorney to draft resolutions approving the Tri‑Care Self Storage and Fernbrook Senior Housing concept stage plans, subject to departmental comments and park‑dedication requirements. All motions passed with six ayes and no nays.

• Approved consent items (minutes) – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Tabled Arbor Ridge Business Park planned unit development until Dec 8 2025 – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Recommended City Council direct City Attorney to draft resolution approving Tri‑Care Self Storage concept stage plan – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Recommended City Council direct City Attorney to draft resolution approving Fernbrook Senior Housing concept stage plan – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Closed Tri‑Care public hearing – 6 ayes, 0 nays
• Closed Fernbrook Senior Housing public hearing – 6 ayes, 0 nays

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider the Phase 2 design development for the Community Center renovation and expansion. It will also approve routine consent items such as meeting minutes and claim reimbursements. Several fee waiver requests and agreements, including a Live Barn agreement and an OMGHA concessions agreement, will be reviewed.

• Approve minutes from October 16 regular meeting, October 16 special park tour, and October 23 work session
• Approve claims with multiple park check registers and purchasing card registers
• Fee waiver requests from Cross Community Players, Maple Grove Lions 2026, Maple Grove Community Organization, American Red Cross Blood Drives 2026, and Mayor's Ice Fishing Tournament
• Live Barn Agreement (including MN Hockey TV exclusive streaming)
• Community Center Renovation and Expansion – Phase 2 Design Development

The board approved the amended agenda and consent items by voice vote (7-0). They adopted the updated policy for use of public parks, facilities and equipment (7-0). They approved a fee waiver for the Maple Grove Lions Club’s Mayor’s Ice Fishing Tournament, waiving about $410 in rental fees (6-1). They recommended the design development package for Phase 2 of the Community Center renovation and expansion to be considered by City Council (7-0).

• Approved agenda (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved consent items (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved policy for use of public parks, facilities and equipment (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved fee waiver for Mayor’s Ice Fishing Tournament, waiving $410 in fees (voice vote 6-1)
• Recommended design development package for Phase 2 Community Center renovation to City Council (voice vote 7-0)

Lake Quality Commission

The Lake Quality Commission will meet to discuss the MS4 annual meeting and review individual lake improvement grant applications. The body will also receive an update regarding alum at Eagle Lake.

• Carlson Individual Lake Improvement Grant Application
• Fahrenbruch Individual Lake Improvement Grant Application
• MS4 Annual Meeting
• Eagle Lake alum update

The commission approved its consent agenda with all members in favor. It also approved individual lake improvement grants for Patrice Carlson and for Becky Fahrenbruch, each up to $750. The grant for Becky Fahrenbruch passed 7‑0, with the chair abstaining.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved grant for Patrice Carlson (all in favor)
• Approved grant for Becky Fahrenbruch (7-0, chair abstained)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding improvements for Maple Grove Pkwy and CSAH 81. The body is also considering a planned unit development for Huntington National Bank and updates to city code regarding cannabinoid products.

• Public hearing for Maple Grove Pkwy and CSAH 81 Improvements Project No. 24-13
• Huntington National Bank planned unit development concept and development stage plans
• Ordinance No. 25-16 to update retail sale and use of cannabinoid products
• City Hall Renovation Project No. 25-07 Bid Package No. 2 contract award
• Public nuisance declaration and abatement for 9223 Hemlock Lane North

The Maple Grove City Council approved a package of claims totaling $7,932,642.31. It also adopted several policy and project actions, including amendments to the personnel manual, recruitment for a community service officer, an erosion‑control fee ordinance, a $203,698.51 change order for the TH 610 extension, a cannabis‑product ordinance, and a tobacco license for Down in the Valley. All motions were carried with five votes in favor and none against where vote counts were recorded.

• Approved amendments to the personnel policy manual (including paid family leave) – motion carried 5‑0
• Authorized recruitment for a full‑time community service officer in the Police Department – motion carried 5‑0
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑15 establishing an administrative fee for erosion and sediment control violations – approved
• Approved Change Order No. 7 for the Rush Creek Blvd‑TH 610 Extension Project in the amount of $203,698.51 – approved
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑16 amending city code on cannabinoid product sales – approved
• Issued a tobacco license to DITV LLC dba Down in the Valley for the period Nov 18 2025‑Dec 31 2026 – approved
• Approved city claims totaling $7,932,642.31 – motion carried 5‑0
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑151 accepting Bid Package No. 2 for the City Hall Renovation Project – approved

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates to lake use regulations and the keeping of chickens. The body will also review a planning study for North Main Street.

• Lake Quality Commission review of Article III regarding boating, swimming, and fishing
• Discussion on ordinances for the keeping of chickens
• North Main Street planning study and concepts

The council voted to support a roundabout at the Main Street and 82nd Avenue intersection. Council decided to keep the existing chicken ordinance unchanged, rejecting expansion to non‑rural residential areas. Council asked staff to research lake‑use regulation changes and chicken‑keeping standards before any further action. The meeting was adjourned at 7:31 p.m.

• Supported roundabout concept at Main Street & 82nd Avenue (no vote tally provided)
• Maintained current chicken ordinance; no expansion to urban residential districts (no vote tally provided)
• Directed staff to research no‑wake elevation studies and related lake‑use issues
• Directed staff to research chicken‑keeping standards from other metro cities
• Directed staff to research notification methods for lake‑use restrictions

Arbor Committee

The Maple Grove Arbor Committee will consider adding a new member to the team and discuss updates regarding the City Forester and the Legacy Tree program. The meeting will also include the approval of draft minutes and reports from community groups.

• New team member Nina Gropp
• City Forester updates
• Legacy tree registry discussion
• Girl Scout project
• Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group updates

The committee unanimously approved its agenda and the October 9, 2025 minutes. It voted to support city staff in reviving the legacy trees program and to recommend city support for a Girl Scout tree‑planting project. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (all ayes)
• October 9 minutes approved (all ayes)
• Supported city staff to revive legacy trees program (all ayes)
• Recommended city support for Girl Scout tree‑planting project (all ayes)
• Meeting adjourned (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a planned unit development for Huntington National Bank. The body will review the concept stage plan and development stage plan before forwarding action to the City Council.

• Public hearing for Huntington National Bank planned unit development concept and development stage plans

The Planning Commission voted 5‑0 to recommend that the City Council direct the City Attorney to draft a resolution and a planned unit development agreement approving the Huntington National Bank planned unit development concept and development stage plan, subject to engineering, fire, and park dedication conditions. The public hearing received no comments and was closed by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting minutes from October 13, 2025, were also approved unanimously.

• Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Closed public hearing with no comments (5-0)
• Recommended City Council direct City Attorney to draft resolution and PUD agreement approving Huntington National Bank plan, subject to engineering, fire, and park dedication conditions (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council will adopt a series of routine consent items, including meeting minutes, appointments, a variance for 7329 Mariner Drive, rezoning of the Bella Woods planned unit development, the 2026 sanitary sewer CIPP project, a change order for the Hennessey Grove project, a revised MY RIDE transit fare structure, special assessments on benefited land, the annual polling place designation, hemp edible licensing code amendments, and approval of financial claims. In addition, the council will conduct a public hearing on the assessment for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Program (Resolution No. 25-149). No other items are slated for decision at this meeting.

• 7329 Mariner Drive North variance – Resolution No. 25-146
• Bella Woods 2025 DSP planned unit development rezoning – Ordinance No. 25-14 and Resolution No. 25-145
• 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Project – Resolution No. 25-147
• Maple Grove Transit MY RIDE revised fare structure – consent item
• Public hearing – assessment for 2025 Street Rehabilitation Program – Resolution No. 25-149

The Maple Grove City Council approved several land‑use and infrastructure measures, including rezoning Bella Woods from R‑A to R‑2 Planned Unit Development and adopting a 2026 sanitary sewer CIPP project. It also approved the MY RIDE transit fare‑structure change, new polling locations for 2026, and a recommendation to amend the city code for lower‑potency hemp edibles. Additional actions included appointments for a mechanic supervisor and paid‑on‑call firefighters, a variance at 7329 Mariner Drive, a $26,015.90 change order for the Hennessey Grove project, and special assessments for a property at 6605 Yucca Lane N. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved appointment of Robert Preuss as Public Works mechanic supervisor (5‑0)
• Approved hiring of Lucas Beckman and Wade Gammell as probationary paid‑on‑call firefighters (5‑0)
• Approved variance for 7329 Mariner Drive North (5‑0)
• Approved rezoning of Bella Woods from R‑A to R‑2 PUD (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑147 establishing 2026 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Project No. 26‑10 (5‑0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Hennessey Grove Project in the amount of $26,015.90 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑148 for special assessments against benefited lands (5‑0)
• Adopted fare‑structure changes for MAPLE GROVE TRANSIT MY RIDE effective Jan 2 2026 (5‑0)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council will discuss the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Council members will review cash‑flow projections, funding needs versus opportunities, and the list of current park replacement fund assets. A memo on a large fire apparatus from Chief Zikmund is also included for discussion.

• Review of the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Examination of CIP cash‑flow projection documents
• Discussion of funding needs versus funding opportunities for the CIP
• Review of the list of current park replacement fund assets
• Consideration of Chief Zikmund’s large fire apparatus memo

The council instructed staff to develop a master plan for reinvestment in Weaver Lake Park. It also asked staff to explore alternative funding sources for the Road Reconstruction Fund. No votes were recorded for these actions.

• Directed staff to develop a master plan for reinvestment in Weaver Lake Park (no vote recorded)
• Directed staff to explore alternative funding sources for road reconstruction (no vote recorded)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is holding a work session to receive a progress report from a consultant. The board will review and provide feedback on the phase two design development process.

• Phase two design development progress report

The Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda by voice vote (7 ayes, 0 nays). No formal decisions were made on the Community Center design; the board only received a presentation and discussion. The board then adjourned the meeting by voice vote (7 ayes, 0 nays).

• Approved agenda (voice vote 7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote 7-0)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council will consider a range of consent items and several public hearings. Among the agenda items, the council will adopt Ordinance No. 25-13 that amends the zoning text to require a 15‑foot parking setback. The meeting also includes approvals of agreements, staffing appointments, and changes to assessment processes.

• Ordinance No. 25-13: 15‑foot parking setback zoning amendment
• Approval of agreements with MetLife
• Resolution No. 25-141: Public hearing to certify delinquent utility accounts
• 7329 Mariner Drive North variance request
• Resolution No. 25-139: Adopt open‑book assessment process

The Maple Grove City Council approved several consent items, including agreements with MetLife, appointments of a community service officer and a records management technician, and a lot combination at 6652 Sunnyslope Drive North. It also approved a $2,879.60 change order for the Osseo School District elementary school project and authorized surety actions. The council adopted resolutions to certify $4,447,325.44 in city claims, to implement an open‑book property assessment process, and to transfer about $1 million of utility‑fund interest to the long‑term development fund, each passing with five ayes and no nays.

• Approved agreements with MetLife to administer employee leaves (approved)
• Approved appointment of Zipporah Kostka as community service officer (approved)
• Approved appointment of Jennifer Lindberg as records management technician (approved)
• Adopted Resolution 25-136 approving 6652 Sunnyslope Drive North lot combination (approved)
• Approved change order No. 1 for Osseo School District new elementary school project, $2,879.60 (approved)
• Approved claims totaling $4,447,325.44 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adopted Resolution 25-141 adopting special assessment for 2025 delinquent utilities (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adopted Resolution 25-143 approving $1 million interest transfer to long‑term development fund (5 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review the 2025 Utility Rate Study. No other specific items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Review of 2025 Utility Rate Study

The council met on Oct. 20, 2025 with Mayor Steffenson and all members present. Staff presented the 2025 utility rate study and recommended 5% rate increases for sewer and water and a $5.55 per quarter increase for storm water in 2026. The council was asked to consider adopting the recommended changes, but no vote or adoption was recorded.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will review a land sale for Donahue North Park and a construction agreement for Aspen Ridge Elementary School. The board is also considering a subdivision for Bella Woods Addition and updates to the Northwest Maple Grove Park Planning study.

• Joint Powers Agreement for Aspen Ridge Elementary School construction and athletic fields
• Donahue North Park land sale
• Bella Woods Addition subdivision
• Northwest Maple Grove Park Planning study concept updates
• 2025 Third quarter Community Center and Summer recreation reports

The board approved the agenda for the September 18, 2025 meeting by voice vote (6 ayes, 0 nays). It also approved all consent items—minutes, claims, third‑quarter Community Center report, summer recreation and rental report, and separation of the parkkeeper—by voice vote (7 ayes, 0 nays). No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda for Sep 18, 2025 meeting (voice vote 6‑0)
• Approved September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved claims (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved 2025 third‑quarter Community Center report (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved 2025 summer recreation and rental report (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved separation of parkkeeper (voice vote 7‑0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is holding a special meeting for the 2025 Park Tour. The board will review plans and maps for several city sites.

• Eagle Lake community building plan
• PSA 6N Aspen Ridge map
• Sports Dome High School site plan
• Ice arena phase one plan

The Parks and Recreation Board held a special meeting that was a tour of park projects. Board members and city council members visited Eagle Lake Community Building, the future Aspen Ridge Elementary athletic fields, the Sports Dome expansion, and the Community Center Phase 1/Arena, with project details and schedules presented. No motions, votes, or other decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Lake Quality Commission

The Lake Quality Commission will review monitoring reports and discuss water level maintenance projects. The agenda includes informational items on Rice Lake and Fish Lake, along with area reports.

• Review Lake Monitoring Report
• Rice Lake Drawdown discussion
• Fish Lake Outlet Maintenance
• Rush Creek Stream Restoration
• Area Reports

The Lake Quality Commission approved the consent agenda with all members in favor. No other formal actions were taken; the meeting focused on informational updates about lake monitoring, drawdown, outlet maintenance, and stream restoration. Discussion of the Fish Lake high water level was deferred to a future agenda.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Maple Grove Planning Commission will review a proposed 15-foot parking setback ordinance text amendment and two variance requests for properties on Mariner Drive North. The meeting will also include a discussion on a City Council update and the consideration of a pulled item.

• Zoning ordinance text amendment for 15-foot parking setback
• PH - 7329 Mariner Drive North variance
• PH - Bella Woods 2025 DSP planned unit development stage plan, rezoning, preliminary and final plat

The Planning Commission approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes and a variance for 7329 Mariner Drive North. It recommended the City Council draft a resolution and PUD agreement for the Bella Woods staged development and rezoning from R‑A to R‑2 PUD. The commission also moved to approve a zoning ordinance amendment reducing the parking setback from 15 ft to 5 ft.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Approved variance for 7329 Mariner Drive North (6‑0)
• Recommended City Council draft resolution and PUD agreement for Bella Woods stage plan, preliminary and final plat (6‑0)
• Recommended City Council draft ordinance rezoning Bella Woods from R‑A to R‑2 PUD (6‑0)
• Removed 15‑foot parking setback amendment from the table (6‑0)
• Recommended City Council draft ordinance approving 15‑foot parking setback amendment (5‑1)
• Closed each public hearing (all motions 6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (6‑0)

Arbor Committee

The Arbor Committee will meet to review updates from the City Forester and discuss tree plantings. The agenda also includes the introduction of a new committee member and a discussion on a legacy tree registry.

• Appointment of new committee member Jessica Baynon
• City Forester updates
• Tree plantings
• Legacy tree registry

The Arbor Committee approved its October 9 agenda and the September 11 minutes by unanimous vote. No substantive policy or project decisions were made. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. New member Jessica Baynon was sworn in and the City Forester provided updates.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council will consider a series of consent items, including routine approvals and several project-specific resolutions. Council members will vote on the City Hall Renovation Project to adopt plans, specifications, and award the construction contract. Additional items include a new street address ordinance, an amendment to the special assessment deferral policy, and a pavement agreement amendment with Xcel Energy for the Weaver Lake Road Improvement Project.

• Approve City Hall Renovation Project plans, specs, and award construction contract (Resolution No. 25-134)
• Establish new street address ordinance (Ordinance No. 25-11)
• Amend special assessment deferral policy (Resolution No. 25-132)
• Weaver Lake Road Improvement Project pavement agreement amendment with Xcel Energy (Project No. 24-17)
• Establish 2026 Drainage Maintenance Project Prominence Creek and Wedgwood Commerce (Resolution No. 25-133)

The Maple Grove City Council approved claims totaling $12,284,866.89 and adopted several project resolutions, including the City Hall renovation, GIS office remodel, and a 2026 drainage maintenance project. It also amended the special assessment deferral policy and updated the city code for remote meeting attendance. A motion to table the new street address ordinance was carried, and contracts for the PUPS expansion were authorized.

• Approved claims totaling $12,284,866.89 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-134 approving City Hall Renovation Project plans and bid
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-135 approving Public Works GIS Office Remodel plans and base bid
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-133 establishing 2026 Drainage Maintenance Project for Prominence Creek and Wedgwood Commerce
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-132 amending the special assessment deferment policy
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-12 updating remote attendance requirements for council meetings
• Approved contracts for architect and construction manager services for the PUPS expansion project
• Tabled action on Ordinance No. 25-11 establishing a new street address (5 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The City Council meeting on October 6, 2025 will include a review of the operational analysis for the Maple Grove Community Center, presented in a memo and PDF attachment. No other agenda items are listed beyond procedural items. The council may discuss the analysis findings, but no specific actions are noted in the agenda.

• Review of Maple Grove Community Center operational analysis (memo and presentation)
• Other items as deemed necessary

The council and park board met on October 6, 2025, to hear an operational analysis and financial projections for the Community Center expansion and renovation. Directors provided updates on design development for Phase II and construction for Phase I. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Transit and Mobility Committee

The committee will take the oath of office and adopt the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It will review the City Council work‑session transit discussion and receive an update on the Elm Creek Boulevard Trail project. Committee members will also present their reports before adjourning.

• Oath of office for committee members
• Adoption of May 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of City Council work‑session transit discussion
• Update on Elm Creek Boulevard Trail project
• Committee member reports

The committee voted unanimously to correct Ms. Anderson's name spelling. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also approved at 8:23 PM. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.

• Approved name spelling correction (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (8:23 PM)

Community Center Owners Team

The Maple Grove Community Center Owners Team will first approve the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. They will then review a draft report on the Center's operational analysis and receive an update on Phase 2 planning. The agenda also allows for any additional items the team deems necessary.

• Approve minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting
• Review Community Center Operational Analysis Draft Report
• Discuss Community Center Phase 2 Planning Update
• Consider other items as deemed necessary

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will review and vote on a memorandum of understanding with Experience Maple Grove for sponsorship of the community center banquet and ballroom facilities. It will also consider the appointment of an Ice Arena Maintenance Coordinator. Routine consent items include approval of the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes and reimbursement claims.

• Approve minutes – August 21, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve claims (reimbursement) with attached park check registers
• Appointment – Ice Arena Maintenance Coordinator
• New business: Experience Maple Grove MOU – CC banquet/ballroom sponsorship

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda, consent items (minutes, claims, and appointment of an Ice Arena Maintenance Coordinator), and a Memorandum of Understanding with Experience Maple Grove for sponsorship and naming rights of the Community Center ballroom. All motions passed by voice vote with five ayes and no nays. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (voice vote 5-0)
• Approved consent items – August 21 minutes, claims, and Ice Arena Maintenance Coordinator appointment (voice vote 5-0)
• Approved MOU with Experience Maple Grove for ballroom sponsorship and naming rights (voice vote 5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote 5-0)

Lake Quality Commission

The Lake Quality Commission meeting on September 17, 2025 will include a tour of Cedar Island Lake at 7240 Teakwood Lane North. The agenda lists a consent agenda, additions or deletions to the agenda, and a review of area reports as informational items. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Tour of Cedar Island Lake at 7240 Teakwood Lane North
• Consent agenda (procedural)
• Additions or deletions to agenda
• Review of area reports (informational)

City Council

The City Council will consider the 2026 preliminary budget and levy. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a liquor license for Tandoor and various routine administrative and public works approvals.

• Adoption of 2026 preliminary budget and levy (Resolution No. 25-126)
• Public hearing for on-sale wine and 3.2% malt liquor license for Tandoor
• Gardner School developer's agreement (Resolution No. 25-127)
• Police Station Archive Remodel Project No. 25-07 contract award (Resolution No. 25-128)
• Speed limit reduction in Woods at Rush Creek neighborhood (Resolution No. 25-124)

The Maple Grove City Council adopted several resolutions, including canceling special assessments and current tax levies. It approved a new on‑sale wine and 3.2% malt liquor license for Tandoor and set a 25 mph speed limit in the Woods at Rush Creek neighborhood. The council also approved significant change orders for public‑works projects and confirmed multiple staff appointments.

• Approved appointment of Michelle Eason as assessing/building technician
• Approved appointment of Heaven Santos Medina as police officer
• Adopted Resolution 25-130 cancelling special assessments
• Approved $80,105.26 change order for Rush Creek Boulevard Landscape Improvements
• Adopted Resolution 25-124 setting 25 mph speed limit in Woods at Rush Creek (5-0)
• Approved on‑sale wine and 3.2% malt liquor license for Tandoor (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $3,289,042.39
• Adopted Resolution 25-125 cancelling current tax levies

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council will hear updates on Maple Grove Transit and its future service plans. Council members will review a presentation comparing the Local Board format to the Open Book format. The council will also consider proposed changes to the Open Meeting Law. No other agenda items are listed.

• Maple Grove Transit: updates and future service plans
• Local Board vs. Open Book format presentation
• Open Meeting Law changes presentation

The Maple Grove City Council instructed staff to draft a resolution to transition to an Open Book model for the 2026 property assessment. The Council also ordered staff to prepare a code amendment that would restrict remote attendance to City Council and the Fire Relief Board and cap each member’s remote meetings at three, with three additional meetings allowed under special circumstances. No votes were recorded on these actions.

• Directed staff to draft a resolution adopting the Open Book model for the 2026 assessment
• Directed staff to prepare a code amendment limiting remote attendance to City Council and Fire Relief Board and capping it at three meetings per member (with three extra special‑circumstance meetings)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will consider approving agreements to extend a HOME loan and adopt a preliminary tax levy for 2026. The meeting agenda includes these items for discussion and potential approval.

• Approval of agreements related to a HOME loan extension
• Adopt 2026 EDA-HRA preliminary tax levy - Resolution No. 49
• Approval of loan, mortgage, note, and declaration amendments
• Meeting held at 12800 Arbor Lakes Pkwy, Maple Grove, MN 55369

The Economic Development Authority approved the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to amend the HOME loan, extending the $450,000 loan term to December 2055. The board also adopted Resolution No. 49, establishing a preliminary 2026 tax levy of $150,000 for administrative and housing program costs. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 21, 2025 EDA minutes (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved HOME loan amendment extending term to Dec 2055 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adopted Resolution No. 49, 2026 preliminary tax levy of $150,000 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting to City Council session (5 ayes, 0 nays)

Arbor Committee

The Arbor Committee will consider routine consent items, including the August 14, 2025 draft minutes. It will also address special business presented by Sarah Piket. Old business items on the agenda are a street cleanup and a landscape ordinance.

• August 14, 2025 Arbor Committee draft minutes (consent item)
• Special business: presentation by Sarah Piket (ACAF - Sarah Piket.pdf)
• Old business: street cleanup (ACAF - Street clean up.pdf)
• Old business: landscape ordinance (ACAF - Landscape ordinance.pdf)

The Arbor Committee approved the meeting agenda and the August 14 minutes, each by unanimous ayes. Members set the date and time for the fall street cleanup on Vicksburg Lane North for Wednesday, September 24 at 5:00 p.m. The committee expressed approval of proposed changes to the city’s landscape ordinance. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous ayes.

• Approved agenda (vote: all ayes)
• Approved August 14 minutes (vote: all ayes)
• Scheduled fall street cleanup for Sep 24, 5:00 p.m.
• Expressed approval of proposed landscape ordinance changes
• Adjourned meeting (vote: all ayes)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council approved claims totaling $6,769,782.32 and adopted several resolutions, including the 2027 Street Rehabilitation Projects and the off‑site gambling application for the Maple Grove Lions. It also authorized design services for the Fernbrook Lane Rehabilitation Phase 1, awarded a card‑reader improvement contract, approved a liquor license for Apa Sushi, vacated specific easements, and approved the Gardner School planned unit development stage plan. All motions passed with five ayes and no nays.

• Approved claims totaling $6,769,782.32 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑120 establishing 2027 Street Rehabilitation Projects (5-0)
• Authorized Alliant Engineering for Fernbrook Lane Rehabilitation Phase 1 design (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑123 allowing Maple Grove Lions off‑site gambling (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for Apa Sushi LLC (5-0)
• Awarded Government Center card‑reader improvement to ProTec Design (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑117 vacating certain easements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑119 approving Gardner School planned unit development stage plan (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss two subdivision additions and several facility agreements. The body is also reviewing a donation for a water fountain and a streaming agreement for outdoor athletic fields.

• Subdivision reviews for Tricare 8th Addition and Minnesota Health Village 6th Addition
• Maple Grove Lions Donation for a water fountain (Resolution No. 25-118 PB)
• LiveBarn streaming agreement for outdoor athletic fields
• Maple Grove High School Ice Rental Agreement
• Maple Grove Arts Center letter of intent

The Maple Grove Parks and Recreation Board approved the meeting agenda and several consent items. It adopted the park dedication fee schedule for the Minnesota Health Village 6th Addition development. The board also approved a letter of intent with the Maple Grove Arts Center, a sponsorship agreement with Experience Maple Grove, and a streaming agreement with LiveBarn for city‑owned athletic fields. All motions passed by voice vote with five ayes and no nays.

• Approved agenda (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved consent items – July 24 minutes, claims, Lions water fountain donation, high school ice rental, Tricare 8th addition (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved park dedication requirements for Minnesota Health Village 6th Addition (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Recommended City Council authorize letter of intent with Maple Grove Arts Center (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved sponsorship agreement with Experience Maple Grove (voice vote, 5 ayes)
• Approved LiveBarn streaming agreement for outdoor athletic fields (voice vote, 5 ayes)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a work session to review the 2026 preliminary budget and general fund projections through 2030. The body will also review a project regarding the Council Chambers AV system.

• Proposed new FTE positions for Heavy Equipment Operator, IT Network Technician, and Assistant City Prosecutor
• 2026-2030 General Fund Projection
• Axtell Group Community Engagement Program Evaluation
• Review of Council Chambers AV project

The council instructed staff to proceed with MetLife for paid family medical leave and leave administration, with a contract to be presented on September 2. The council also told staff to redesign the Council Chambers AV project to fit the current Cable Fund balance of $200,000.

• Directed staff to move forward with MetLife for PFML and leave administration (contract due Sep 2)
• Directed staff to revise Council Chambers AV project design to align with $200,000 Cable Fund balance

City Council

The council approved multiple consent items including recruitment for a building technician, a senior‑living memorandum of understanding, a Life Time mixed‑use development, funding for the East Fish Lake trail, a change order for Rush Creek Boulevard, and a police drug‑testing equipment donation. It also approved a $1,200 tuition reimbursement, $4.14 million in claims, and a liquor license for Chuck E. Cheese, and directed the city attorney to draft a resolution and agreement for The Gardner School planned unit development pending staff comments.

• Approved recruitment to begin for assessing/building technician position
• Adopted Resolution 25-115 approving Arbor View Senior Living MOU and site control letter
• Adopted Resolution 25-113 approving Life Time Maple Grove planned unit development stage plan and final plat
• Authorized use of active transportation funds for East Fish Lake Trail Replacement Project
• Approved change order No. 6 for Rush Creek Boulevard TH 610 Extension, $63,959.43
• Approved tuition reimbursement of $1,200 for CSO Jonah Hamberger
• Approved on‑sale wine and 3.2 % malt liquor license for Chuck E. Cheese #794, 12945 Elm Creek Blvd (5‑0)
• Directed city attorney to draft resolution and PUD agreement for The Gardner School planned unit development, pending departmental comments (4‑1)

Arbor Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and consent items, each with all ayes. The City Council approved continuing buckthorn removal in the Forest Preservation Area by Ed’s Buckthorn Control. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that also passed with all ayes.

• Agenda approved (all ayes)
• Consent items approved (all ayes)
• City Council approved continuation of buckthorn removal in Forest Preservation Area
• Meeting adjourned (all ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider the stage plan and final plat for The Gardner School Maple Grove planned unit development. Decisions made during this meeting will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• The Gardner School Maple Grove planned unit development stage plan and final plat

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend that the City Council direct the City Attorney to draft a resolution and a planned unit development agreement for The Gardner School childcare center. The recommendation is subject to the applicant addressing comments from the Community & Economic Development, Engineering, Fire, and Parks & Recreation departments. The commission also approved the July 28 consent items and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved July 28 consent items (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Gardner School PUD plan, pending departmental comments (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council adopted several rezoning ordinances and development plans, approved staffing appointments, and authorized various public‑works and environmental projects. It also approved a $82,825 community tree‑planting grant and a Life Time Fitness planned‑unit‑development stage plan, each by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved appointment of Shane Awalt as engineering technician (pending requirements)
• Approved appointment of Harlan Hegna as fire prevention specialist (pending requirements)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-10 rezoning 7401 Kilmer Lane to PUD and Resolution 25-107 for its development plans
• Adopted Ordinance 25-09 rezoning Maple Grove Source to R‑2 PUD and Resolution 25-105 for its concept plan
• Accepted $19,200 buckthorn treatment proposal for Forest Preservation Area
• Approved replacement of 9 Cisco network switches for $83,867.66
• Approved agreement to receive $82,825 community tree‑planting grant (5‑0 vote)
• Approved Life Time Maple Grove planned‑unit‑development stage plan (5‑0 vote)

City Council

During the August 4, 2025 work session, the Maple Grove City Council gave staff direction to research establishing a credit‑card convenience fee, with implementation targeted for mid‑2026 or early‑2027. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded on other agenda items; the remaining topics were presented for information or future consideration.

• Directed staff to research establishing a credit‑card convenience fee (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved its consent items and removed the Life Time public‑hearing item from the agenda. It then voted to recommend that the City Council direct the City Attorney to draft a resolution and a planned unit development agreement approving the Life Time Maple Grove staged development, subject to satisfying several departmental comments. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved consent items (minutes) – six ayes, no nays
• Removed Life Time public‑hearing item from the table – six ayes, no nays
• Recommended City Council direct City Attorney to draft resolution and PUD agreement for Life Time Maple Grove development – six ayes, no nays
• Adjourned the meeting – six ayes, no nays

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board adopted a policy setting a minimum setback of 150 feet for overlay pickleball courts and 200 feet for dedicated courts, passing the motion on a voice vote of five ayes and no nays. The board also approved the agenda and a package of consent items (minutes, reports, fee and rate changes, etc.) by voice vote. Eagle Scouts Rizwan and Rawho Shaik were formally recognized for their community‑garden projects.

• Approved agenda as presented (voice vote 5‑0)
• Adopted pickleball setback policy: 150 ft for overlay courts, 200 ft for dedicated courts (voice vote 5‑0)
• Approved consent items A‑L (minutes, participation reports, fee and rate changes, grant resolution, special use permits) (voice vote 5‑0)
• Recognized Eagle Scouts Rizwan and Rawho Shaik for community garden entry gate and seed/book library projects

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It also adopted Resolution No. 48, extending the affordable‑housing restrictive covenant for the Common Bond Communities Lakeshore Townhomes through December 31, 2035, with a 3‑1‑1 vote. The meeting was then adjourned to the City Council.

• Approved April 21, 2025 EDA meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 48 extending Lakeshore Townhomes covenant through 12/31/2035 (3-1-1)
• Adjourned meeting to City Council (5-0)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council approved a $1,000,000 loan agreement with Boston Scientific Corporation. It adopted resolutions declaring public nuisances at 13360 and 13500 Grove Drive North and ordered abatement. The council also authorized a $750,000 purchase of new snowplow units and approved several change orders for street rehabilitation projects. Human‑resources consent items were approved with a unanimous five‑aye vote.

• Approved $1,000,000 loan agreement with Boston Scientific (Resolution No. 25-094) – no vote recorded
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-099 declaring public nuisance at 13360 Grove Drive North and ordering abatement – no vote recorded
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-100 declaring public nuisance at 13500 Grove Drive North and ordering abatement – no vote recorded
• Authorized purchase of snowplow units (single axle and tandem axle) for $750,000 – no vote recorded
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Centennial Crossing, Willow Bend 1-2, and Pond Hollow Street Rehabilitation Project, $121,781.52 – no vote recorded
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Dalton Commons, Cranberry Meadows, Longstreet Apts., Centennial Crossings Street Rehab Project, $247,967.82 – no vote recorded
• Approved final acceptance of Fire Station 3 Remodel Project completed by Brennan Construction of MN, Inc. – no vote recorded
• Approved consent items (human resources appointments) – five ayes, no nays

Lake Quality Commission

The Lake Quality Commission approved the consent agenda, adopting the June 18, 2025 minutes with all members in favor. The commission also approved the Rice Lake drawdown request for winter 2025‑2026, with all members in favor.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved Rice Lake drawdown request (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the consent items (7‑0), tabling the Life Time Maple Grove PUD stage plan. It unanimously recommended the City Council approve the Northern Taphouse planned‑unit‑development stage plan amendment. The Commission also voted 5‑2 to move the access roadway for the Maple Grove Source subdivision to the east. The public hearing was formally closed by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved consent items (7-0); Life Time Maple Grove PUD stage plan was tabled
• Recommended City Council approve Northern Taphouse PUD stage plan amendment (7-0)
• Amended recommendation to move access roadway east for Maple Grove Source subdivision (5-2)
• Closed public hearing (7-0)

City Council

The council conducted final interviews for the deputy police chief position. No other actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Lake Quality Commission

The commission approved the consent agenda, including the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes, with all members in favor. The commission approved scheduling the next LQC meeting for July 16, 2025, with all members in favor. The commission requested staff to draft revised lake‑use code that would allow wakes up to 30 minutes after sunset, remove the 9 am no‑wake restriction, and retain the 892.0‑foot no‑wake limit, pending scientific study.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved next LQC meeting on July 16, 2025 (all in favor)
• Requested staff draft revised code to allow wakes up to 30 min after sunset
• Requested staff draft revised code to remove 9 am no‑wake restriction
• Requested staff keep 892.0‑ft no‑wake restriction

Parks and Recreation Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and all consent items by voice vote (six ayes, no nays). It also voted to recommend the 75% schematic design packet for Phase 2 of the Community Center Renovation and Expansion to the City Council for further review. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote 6-0)
• Approved consent items – minutes, claims, recreation software agreement, 2025 court replacement program, arena lookout sponsorship amendment, arena SDP sponsorship amendment (voice vote 6-0)
• Recommended 75% schematic design packet for Phase 2 Community Center Renovation and Expansion for City Council consideration (voice vote 6-0)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board approved the meeting agenda by voice vote (six ayes, no nays). It directed staff to prepare a policy that would prohibit pickleball courts within 150 feet of residential structures and set a 200‑foot setback for new court installations, to be presented at the July meeting. No other formal actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned by voice vote (six ayes, no nays).

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Directed staff to draft pickleball setback policy for July meeting
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, 6 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The council adopted Resolution No. 25‑084, authorizing $10.4 M in bonds for the 2025 street‑rehabilitation project and $14.2 M for phase 1 of the community‑center remodel. It also approved change orders totaling $1,405,366.78 for the community‑center construction‑manager agreement, a preliminary development agreement with Arrow Companies for an office building on Upland Lane North, and several public‑works resolutions including the Southwest Crossroads Fifth Addition plat, the Eagle Lake Boat Launch ADA project, and the Buca di Beppo on‑sale liquor license.

• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑084 calling for $10.4 M street‑rehab and $14.2 M community‑center bonds (5‑0)
• Approved change orders 4‑6 to Community Center construction‑manager agreement ($1,405,366.78)
• Approved preliminary development agreement with Arrow Companies for Upland Lane North office building
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑085 approving Southwest Crossroads Fifth Addition final plat
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑086 accepting contract for Eagle Lake Boat Launch ADA Project No. 25‑13
• Approved separation agreements for staff affected by transition to county services (5‑0)
• Approved claims totaling $4,459,468.96 (5‑0)
• Approved on‑sale/Sunday liquor license for Buca di Beppo, 12650 Elm Creek Blvd (5‑0)

City Council

The council agreed to bring the proposed amendment allowing alcohol at private rentals in Phenow Pavilion back for consideration at the July 21, 2025 regular meeting. No formal action was taken on the backyard‑chicken ordinance discussion. The issue of organized garbage collection was also left without action.

• Alcohol policy amendment for Phenow Pavilion to be reconsidered at July 21, 2025 regular meeting
• Backyard chickens ordinance discussion – no action taken
• Organized garbage collection issue – no action taken

Arbor Committee

The committee approved the June 13 agenda and the March 6 minutes, each with unanimous support. Members discussed City Staff feedback on proposed ordinance changes, noting several items will not move forward. The meeting was adjourned at 11:15 a.m. with all votes in favor.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:15 a.m. (all ayes)

Community Center Working Group

The group was given an update on the Phase 2 schematic design for the new community center, including plans for indoor and outdoor pools, a Lions Pavilion, expanded parking, and additional program spaces. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Arbor Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda. They approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (all ayes)
• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:40 p.m. (all ayes)

Community Center Owners Team

The Owners Team received a progress update on the schematic design phase of the Community Center, which is 50–60% complete. The final schematic design package will be submitted to City Council at the July 21 meeting. Team members gave feedback and directed the design team to proceed as planned. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Maple Grove Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council draft resolutions and planned unit development agreements for the MGM Maple Grove restaurant amendment, the Culvers Southwest Crossing development, and the Ivybrook Academy childcare concept. Each recommendation is subject to the applicant addressing outstanding comments from relevant city departments and acknowledging park dedication requirements. The commission also approved the May 12, 2025 regular meeting minutes.

• Approved May 12, 2025 regular meeting minutes (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved recommendation for City Council to draft resolution and PUD agreement for MGM Maple Grove restaurant amendment (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved recommendation for City Council to draft resolution and PUD agreement for Culvers Southwest Crossing development (7 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved recommendation for City Council to draft resolution for Ivybrook Academy childcare concept amendment (7 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The council adopted Ordinance No. 25-07 rezoning The Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition from R‑A to R‑2 PUD and approved the related concept, development stage plan and preliminary plat. It also approved several staffing actions, a new liquor license, architectural changes for Northern Taphouse, and established the 2027 Pond Maintenance Project. All motions with recorded votes passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved promotion of Ken Nelson to assistant building official (5‑0)
• Approved appointment of Brian Nielsen to water and sewer maintenance I (5‑0)
• Authorized recruitment for fire prevention specialist (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑07 rezoning The Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition to R‑2 PUD
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑076 approving concept, development stage plan and preliminary plat for The Ridge at Elm Creek
• Approved on‑sale wine and 3.2% malt liquor license for Bole Ethiopian Cuisine (5‑0)
• Approved architectural elevations for Northern Taphouse (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑075 establishing 2027 Pond Maintenance Project (5‑0)

Transit and Mobility Committee

The Transit and Mobility Committee appointed Troy Parker as Vice Chair after a unanimous motion. A motion to adjourn the meeting was approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Appointed Troy Parker as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn meeting

Lake Quality Commission

The commission approved the consent agenda, which included a motion to approve water obstacles, with all members in favor. It then approved draft changes to Section 22-65 of the lake use ordinance, also with all members in favor. Public comment was heard on existing no‑wake rules. The meeting adjourned at 9:47 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved water obstacles as part of consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved draft changes to Section 22-65 (all in favor)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council approved claims totaling $3,767,220.32 (5‑0 vote). It adopted Resolution No. 25‑072 declaring a public nuisance at 6218 Eagle Lake Drive North and ordered abatement. The council established the Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility Project and the Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition rezoning (both 5‑0 votes). It also proclaimed Public Works Week for May 18‑24, 2025.

• Approved claims totaling $3,767,220.32 (5 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑072 declaring public nuisance at 6218 Eagle Lake Drive North
• Established Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility Project No. 27‑05 (Resolution No. 25‑073)
• Approved rezoning of The Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition from R‑A to R‑2 PUD (5‑0)
• Proclaimed May 18‑24, 2025 as Public Works Week (5‑0)
• Authorized recruitment for fire safety specialist position
• Approved appointment of Isaac Sprecher to water and sewer maintenance I
• Approved master services agreement with Short Elliot Hendrickson, Inc. for Rice Lake Trail Southeast reconstruction

Parks and Recreation Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent items by voice vote (7‑0). It voted to receive the 2024 Parks and Recreation budget reconciliation and annual report (voice vote 7‑0). A motion was made to approve park dedication requirements for the Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. The board also received ethics and open‑meeting law training.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote 7‑0)
• Approved consent items (voice vote 7‑0)
• Received 2024 Parks and Recreation budget reconciliation and annual report (voice vote 7‑0)
• Motion to approve park dedication requirements for Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition presented (outcome not recorded)
• Completed ethics, data practices, and open‑meeting law training for board members

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council direct the City Attorney to draft a resolution and a planned unit development agreement for the Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition, subject to addressing comments from four city departments. It also recommended the City Council approve rezoning the site from R‑A (Single‑Family Agricultural District) to R‑2 PUD (Single‑Family Residential District—Planned Unit Development). A third recommendation was to amend the parking‑setback ordinance, reducing the required 15‑foot off‑street parking distance to 5 feet. All three motions passed unanimously with six ayes and no nays.

• Recommend City Council draft resolution and PUD agreement for Ridge at Elm Creek 4th Addition (6‑0)
• Recommend City Council approve rezoning from R‑A to R‑2 PUD for the same site (6‑0)
• Recommend City Council amend parking‑setback ordinance from 15 ft to 5 ft (6‑0)

Arbor Committee

The committee amended the agenda to add discussion of 2025 goals and approved the amendment unanimously. It then approved the corrected minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting with all ayes. Finally, the meeting was adjourned at 8:48 p.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved amended agenda (all ayes)
• Approved corrected minutes from April 10, 2025 (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:48 p.m. (all ayes)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeal and Equalization reconvened to finalize 2025 estimated market values and tax classifications. It approved the 2025 assessed values for eight individual properties, each motion passing 4‑0. The Board also adopted staff‑agreed 2025 assessed values for fifteen additional properties, again with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m. after a unanimous 4‑0 motion.

• Set 2025 assessed value for Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites (PID 26-119-22-12-0031) at $8,132,300 – motion 4‑0
• Set 2025 assessed value for Old National Bancorp property (PID 26-119-22-12-0042) at $3,667,300 – motion 4‑0
• Set 2025 assessed value for Darryl and Christine Dehn (PID 36-119-22-22-0014) at $530,300 – motion 4‑0
• Set 2025 assessed value for Dean Prabakar (PID 17-119-22-24-0105) at $447,000 – motion 4‑0
• Set 2025 assessed value for Kelly Berge (PID 32-119-22-24-0029) at $763,000 – motion 4‑0
• Set 2025 assessed value for Natalia Verkholyak (PID 22-119-22-14-0037) at $316,400 – motion 4‑0
• Adopted staff‑agreed 2025 assessed values for fifteen properties (e.g., Hilemen Family Trust $448,100; Shoppes at Dunkirk $5,226,000; GB Apartments $29,750,000) – motion 4‑0
• Adjourned the meeting – motion 4‑0

City Council

The council approved a series of consent items after removing four items for discussion. Approvals included Ordinance No. 25‑04 designating a segment of 101st Avenue North, Resolution No. 25‑071 for the Peterson lot division, a $14,059.58 change order for the Rush Creek Boulevard TH 610 extension, and a $3,143,483.86 claim payment. The council also adopted amendments to the data practices policy, updated the 2025 fee schedule, renewed waste hauler and recycling licenses, and accepted a donation of fitness equipment for the police department. All motions passed with four votes in favor and none against.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 25-04 designating 101st Avenue North segment to Stieg Road North (approved)
• Adopt Resolution No. 25-071 approving Peterson administrative lot division (approved)
• Approve Change Order No. 4 for Rush Creek Boulevard TH 610 Extension ($14,059.58) (approved)
• Approve 2025-2026 refuse hauler licenses for multiple companies (approved)
• Approve amendments to the Maple Grove Data Practices Policy (approved)
• Approve Ordinance No. 25-06 amending the 2025 Fee Schedule (approved)
• Approve claims totaling $3,143,483.86 (approved)
• Accept donation of physical fitness equipment for the Police Department (approved)

City Council

On May 5, 2025, the Maple Grove City Council work session was held with Acting Mayor Rachelle Johnson and three councilmembers present. Public Works/Engineering Director Chris LaBounty presented the current pavement management assessment practices and options. The council instructed staff to draft a special assessment policy modeled on the existing system and to explore adding veterans to the deferment program and clarifying hardship criteria. The utility rate study was postponed to a future work session.

• Directed staff to draft a special assessment policy similar to current practice (no vote recorded)
• Requested staff to consider adding veterans to the deferment policy and to define hardship more clearly (no vote recorded)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeal and Equalization discussed 2025 estimated market values and heard several property owners’ concerns. No appeals were decided because most petitioners were not present. The Board adopted the agenda and then voted to recess the meeting to May 6, 2025, with five ayes and no nays.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Motion to recess meeting to May 6, 2025 carried (5-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved the minutes from its April 7 meeting. It also approved Resolution No. 47, which authorizes the assignment and assumption of the TIF development agreement for the Arbor Lakes Corporate Center to Exeter 10950 85th, L.P. The meeting was then adjourned to the City Council session.

• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 47 authorizing assignment and assumption of TIF agreement for Arbor Lakes Corporate Center (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting to City Council session (5-0)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council unanimously approved claims totaling $2,075,231.42. It also adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning the OMNI Brewing site, updating rental‑housing licensure, and revising park dedication rates. Additional approvals covered a $36,000 police UTV purchase, fee waivers for community events, an off‑site gambling license for the Lions Club, and a wine and malt‑liquor license for Nupa Mediterranean Grill. All motions carried with five ayes and no nays.

• Approved claims totaling $2,075,231.42 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of a $36,000 Polaris Ranger UTV for Police Department (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-02 rezoning OMNI Brewing site from Industrial to Planned Unit Development (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-03 interim amendment to rental housing licensure requirements (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-05 updating park dedication rates ($6,500 per residential unit, $8,000 per commercial/industrial acre) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-066 for Hindu Society administrative lot division (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-067 granting Maple Grove Lions off‑site gambling application (5-0)
• Approved on‑sale wine and 3.2% malt liquor license for Nupa Mediterranean Grill (5-0)

City Council

The council held a work session and received ethics and open‑meeting law training. Afterward members discussed RV outdoor storage and instructed staff to gather background information from comparable suburbs, including lot sizes and zoning details. They also talked briefly about backyard chickens. No votes were recorded.

• Directed staff to prepare background on RV outdoor storage (no vote recorded)
• Discussed backyard chickens (no formal decision recorded)

City Council

The joint City Council‑Park Board work session on April 21 included a tour of the arena construction and a virtual walkthrough of the Community Center phase‑two design. The design team presented updates on façades, entrances, and pool concepts, and the project budget was noted at $65 million. Council and Park Board members reached consensus that the phase‑two design is on track and should proceed.

• Proceed with phase two design of the Community Center project (consensus)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board approved the agenda for the April 17, 2025 meeting by voice vote (six ayes, no nays). The board approved all consent items, including the March 20 minutes, claims, grant resolution 25‑063 PB, participation reports, and the resignation of the Youth Outreach Coordinator, also by voice vote (six ayes, no nays). The board approved the proposed site concept plan and budget estimate for athletic and recreational infrastructure at the new elementary school site in PSA 6N, authorizing the project and directing staff to prepare design and bid documents, again by voice vote (six ayes, no nays). The meeting was adjourned by voice vote (six ayes, no nays).

• Approved agenda (voice vote 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved consent items: March 20 minutes, claims, grant resolution 25‑063 PB, participation reports, and Youth Outreach Coordinator resignation (voice vote 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved site concept plan and budget estimate for PSA 6N athletic fields, authorizing project and directing staff to complete design and bid documents (voice vote 6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote 6 ayes, 0 nays)

Lake Quality Commission

The Lake Quality Commission approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. The commission also approved water obstacle permits for Cedar Island and Fish Lake, allowing the proposed slalom course to proceed. Both motions passed with all members voting in favor.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Cedar Island and Fish Lake water obstacle permits (unanimous)

Arbor Committee

The committee approved an amendment to the agenda to discuss 2025 committee goals. It also approved the corrected minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 p.m. after unanimous votes on each motion.

• Amended agenda to add discussion of 2025 committee goals (all ayes)
• Approved corrected minutes from March 13, 2025 (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:43 p.m. (all ayes)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved the January 6, 2025 meeting minutes. The board voted 5‑0 to consent to the collateral assignment of payment for the tax increment financing notes for Arbor Lakes Business Park building 6. The meeting was then adjourned to the City Council meeting.

• Approved Jan 6, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved consent to assignment of TIF notes for Arbor Lakes Building 6 (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting to City Council meeting (5‑0)

City Council

The Maple Grove City Council approved a series of consent items, including appointments, recruitment authorizations, and multiple infrastructure contracts. Notable approvals were the watermain replacement contract for $611,377.70 and the sanitary sewer CIPP contract for $608,781.51, as well as a liquor license for OMNI Brewing & Taproom. The council also approved Joe Hogeboom as acting city administrator and placed city insurance coverage with the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust. All motions carried with five ayes and no nays.

• Approved $611,377.70 watermain replacement contract (Resolution No. 25-054)
• Approved $608,781.51 sanitary sewer CIPP contract (Resolution No. 24-053)
• Approved $74,989.21 Lake Improvement Program cost‑sharing expenditures
• Approved $23,374.28 change order for Minnesota Science and Technology Center Project
• Authorized up to $115,000 change order for Nottingham Area Street Rehabilitation Project
• Authorized $38,238.00 change order for Rush Creek Boulevard TH 610 Extension Project
• Approved on‑sale intoxicating / Sunday sale and brew‑pub off‑sale liquor licenses for OMNI Brewing & Taproom
• Approved Joe Hogeboom as acting city administrator (April 10‑14, 2025)

City Council

The council reached a consensus to proceed with transitioning assessing services to Hennepin County and directed staff to explore a severance package for employees. Council members gave general approval to the new road reconstruction approach for gravel roadways and the Castlewood Estates area. Funding and special assessment details will be revisited at the May 5, 2025 work session.

• Proceed with transition of assessing services to Hennepin County (consensus)
• Directed staff to explore a severance package for assessing staff
• Approved new road reconstruction approach for gravel roadways and Castlewood Estates (general approval)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board approved the meeting agenda by voice vote (7 ayes, 0 nays). It then approved all consent items, including the appointment of a Community Center food services coordinator, by voice vote (7 ayes, 0 nays). Finally, the board received and approved the Skate Park Site Selection Study, selecting the Maple Grove Community Center as the preferred location for the new skate park, also by voice vote (7 ayes, 0 nays).

• Approved agenda (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved consent items including food services coordinator appointment (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved Skate Park Site Selection Study, choosing Community Center as site (voice vote 7-0)