{
 "city": "Finlayson",
 "state": "MN",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/mi-mn-finlayson/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-23",
 "upcoming": [],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2025-09-08",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Finlayson City Council to address preliminary levy and clerk resignation",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss the preliminary levy and the hiring process following the clerk's resignation effective December 31, 2025. The body will also vote on whether to pursue blight cleanup for the Sedillo Property on Hwy 18.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/00_2025-09-08_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-09-08_Regular_Minutes_-_APPROVED.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-08-27",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council will discuss snow removal equipment and engineer direction for PER",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will meet on August 27, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. to consider two new‑business items. Council members will discuss possible actions on snow removal equipment. They will also discuss an engineer’s direction for a PER (Project Engineering Request).",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-08-27_Special_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-08-27_Minutes_-_APPROVED.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-08-11",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Bollig Engineering presents the PER project to City Council",
   "summary": "The council will conduct routine procedural business, including call to order, roll call, and agenda approval. The only new business item is a presentation by Bollig Engineering on the PER. No decisions are listed for this meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-08-11_Special_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-08-11_Minutes_-_APPROVED_1.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-07-28",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council will consider transferring the franchise from SCI to Midco",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council meeting will address a range of items, including a donation from the Finlayson Community Club, a franchise transfer from SCI to Midco, and two minor subdivision proposals. The council will also discuss blight concerns on Front Street, appoint department liaisons, develop policies for personnel reviews and resident complaints, review liquor store operations, and consider amendments to council bylaws.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-07-28_Special_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-07-28_Minutes_-_UNAPPROVED.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-07-14",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to vote on blight cleanup for Sedillo Property on Hwy 18",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss a variety of administrative policies, including liquor store operations and employee supervision. The body is deciding on a blight cleanup for the Sedillo Property and reviewing several minor subdivision applications. The meeting also includes a presentation from auditor Dennis Oberloh.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-07-14_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-07-14_Minutes_-_APPROVED.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-06-09",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider a temporary water and sewer rate increase",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will approve routine items such as minutes and the consent agenda, hear staff reports, and consider several new business items including a temporary water and sewer rate increase, valve replacements, and a lawful gambling lease. Unfinished business includes the Broadway Development project and a decision on blight cleanup for the Sedillo property on Highway 18. The council will also vote on appointments and adopt resolutions for city‑wide garage sales.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/01_-_2025-06-09_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-06-09_Minutes_-_APPROVED.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-05-12",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council will vote on blight cleanup for Sedillo Property on Hwy 18",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will consider several items, including a vote on whether to pursue blight cleanup for the Sedillo property on Highway 18. They will also review contract quotes for a liquor‑store camera storage system ($1,177.50) and a water‑system control panel ($56,000). Additional agenda items include a proposal from KLM Engineering for a dry‑tank cleanout evaluation and a contract/insurance agreement with the Finlayson‑Giese Lions. Routine approvals such as minutes, agenda, and consent items will also be addressed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-05-12_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-05-12_Addendum_to_the_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-04-14",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider approval of a gambling venue and several city contracts",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will discuss a range of new business items, including a request for city approval of an FG Lions gambling premises within city limits, a $56,000 water control panel quote, and purchases for the liquor store. Several resolutions will be considered, such as a policy for the sale of surplus city property and acceptance of community donations. The meeting will also revisit unfinished business items like sidewalk work by the Catholic Church, a culvert easement on School Street, and updates to the Capital Improvement Plan. No ordinances or legislation are scheduled for consideration.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-04-14_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-04-14_Minutes_-_APPROVED.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-03-21",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City council to purchase a bar cooler",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will convene for an emergency meeting to consider the purchase of a bar cooler. The agenda lists only this item and adjournment.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-03-21_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-03-21_Approved_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-03-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Finlayson City Council to vote on fire contract formula and fee schedules",
   "summary": "The City Council will consider a vote on a fire contract formula and review the water, sewer, and administrative fee schedule. The body will also address specific permit requests and several new resolutions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-03-10_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-03-10_ApprovedMinutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-03-03",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council will consider hiring a new Zoning Administrator",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will open the special meeting, approve the agenda, and discuss new business. The primary item is the hiring of a Zoning Administrator. After addressing these matters, the council will adjourn.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-03-03_Special_Meeting_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-03-03_Approved_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-02-10",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Finlayson City Council to review USPS lease and city fee schedule",
   "summary": "The City Council will discuss several administrative updates, including a USPS lease renewal and the 2024 fee schedule. The body is also considering a building permit for Quantum Innovations and snow plowing extensions on Broadway Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-02-10_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2025-02-10_Approved_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2025-01-13",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council will consider renewing the Pine County Sheriff contract for 2025‑2026.",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council meeting will address several administrative and policy items, including the renewal of the Pine County Sheriff contract for 2025‑2026 and a vacancy on the council. Council members will also review the 2025 fee schedule and approve various appointments to boards and committees. Additional topics include a temporary liquor license for a local fundraiser and the hiring of a Planning & Zoning Administrator.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-01-13_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-01-13_APPROVED_Minutes.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2024-12-09",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council will consider the 2025 tax levy resolution",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will approve minutes from the November 12 meeting and payments for November 2024. It will discuss departmental reports and consider two resolutions, including a tax levy for 2025. Old business items such as the Schaefer Memorial Park and abandoned house at 2326 Hwy 18 are tabled. New business includes the 2025 final budget, a building permit renewal for Northern Contractors, and revisions to fire service contracts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-12-09_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-12-09_Minutes_-_Approved_2025.01.13.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2024-11-12",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "City Council to certify November 4, 2024 election results",
   "summary": "The City Council is meeting to announce and certify the election results for the Mayor and two City Council seats. The body will review the abstract of votes cast and the write-in tally sheet.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-11-12_Canvassing_Board_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-11-12_Minutes_-_Approved.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  },
  {
   "date": "2024-10-15",
   "body": "City Council",
   "headline": "Council will allocate $3396 aid balance to buy speed bumps for alley",
   "summary": "The Finlayson City Council will consider several financial items, including donations, a policy to allow vendor payments before council approval, and the use of a $3396 public‑safety aid balance to purchase speed bumps and hardware for an alley. The meeting also includes updates on sewer and water projects, a parking‑lot lease for a liquor store, and a pending unemployment‑insurance overpayment refund of $4656.34. Additional agenda items cover domain email setup, a subdevelopment on Broadway, and various old‑business updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-10-15_-_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": "https://finlayson.gov/documents/516/2024-10-15_Minutes_-_Official.pdf",
   "source": "https://finlayson.gov/meeting-agendas-and-minutes"
  }
 ]
}