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 "city": "Nashwauk",
 "state": "MN",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-10",
   "body": "8 10 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider fire services agreement with Mesabi Metallics",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will meet to handle routine business and discuss several ongoing projects. Key items include updates on the Small Cities Development Program, the East Itasca Joint Sewer Project, and the Public Works Building. The council will also consider approving a Fire Services Agreement with Mesabi Metallics and a zoning permit for a storage shed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/8-10-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
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  {
   "date": "2026-08-05",
   "body": "8 5 Special City Council Public Hearing",
   "headline": "Public hearing on rezoning 230 3rd Street from residential to commercial",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a request to rezone the property at 230 3rd Street from R-1 Residential to C-1 Commercial. The applicant, Steve Chouinard, proposes to convert a former church into a 15-room lodging facility. The hearing will include a presentation, a Q&A session, and public comment. No final decision is scheduled at this hearing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/8-5-2026_Special_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-28",
   "body": "7 28 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rescinding franchise fee motion made to Mesabi Metallics",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will hold two public hearings: one on the Small Cities Development Program grant and federal fair housing law, and another on a wastewater collection facility plan for the 3rd Street project. Under new business, the council will consider a recommendation from the NPUC's attorney to rescind a prior motion regarding a franchise fee offer to Mesabi Metallics. The council will also discuss several property leases, hazardous building conditions, and a proposed fire service agreement with Mesabi Metallics, and will convene a closed session for labor negotiation strategizing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/7-28-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "7 14 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rezoning former church for short-term lodging",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning 230 3rd Street from R-1 to C-1 to allow short-term lodging. The council will also discuss abolishing the Police Commission, consider purchasing 103 8th Street for a single-level home, and vote on a 5-year lease with Neighbors Helping Neighbors Food Shelf. A closed session is planned for labor negotiation strategizing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/7-14-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-13",
   "body": "7 13 Special City Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss franchise fees and development agreement with Mesabi Metallics",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss franchise fees and a development agreement with Mesabi Metallics. No other business is scheduled.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/7-13-2026_Special_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "6 23 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider conditional use permit for short-term lodging on 230 3rd Street",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will discuss a request for a conditional use permit for a property at 230 3rd Street, but the city attorney advises that R-1 zoning does not allow such a permit. The council may consider rezoning or amending the ordinance to permit short-term lodging. Other items include updates on the Small Cities Development Program, the East Itasca Joint Sewer Project, and a grant writing proposal from CEDA for $16,400.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/6-23-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "6 9 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider HRA lot sale, new homes, and police equipment contracts",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will consider a proposal from Itasca County HRA to purchase two lots in Bozich Addition for $5,500 each to build single-family homes. They will also vote on a 10-year Axon Officer Safety Plan for body cameras, in-car video, and tasers costing $150,264 amortized over the term. Other items include a lot sale for a patio home, fire nozzles, and police vehicle equipment. The meeting includes updates on the Small Cities Development Program and East Itasca Joint Sewer Project.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/6-9-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "5 26 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider hiring firefighter, paving basketball court, and sign request",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will consider several action items, including hiring Teegan Bodin as a firefighter, approving a $13,190 quote from SBS Blacktop Service to pave the basketball court at the 4th Street playground, and a request from Ken Ricker to install a peace sign on city property. The council will also discuss updates on the Small Cities Development Program, the East Itasca Joint Sewer Project, and follow up on hazardous properties and camera discussions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/5-26-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "5 12 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider cannabis ordinance, public works building plans, and hazardous properties",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will consider adopting an updated cannabis ordinance and several personnel policies. They will also hear a presentation on site and floor plans for a new public works building, including probable costs. Follow-up items include updates on the Small Cities Development Program, the East Itasca Joint Sewer Project, and properties with hazardous conditions at several addresses.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/5-12-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "04 28 City Council",
   "headline": "Council to discuss cannabis regulations, blight cleanup, and alley repaving bids",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council will hold a regular meeting with several notable items. They will discuss a new ordinance regulating cannabis, follow up on properties with hazardous conditions, and consider bids for repaving the City Hall alley. The council will also vote on zoning permits, including a variance for a garage, and consider a request to waive a rental fee for the Range Riders ATV Club. The meeting will conclude with a closed session for labor negotiation strategizing.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/4-28-2026_City_Council_Agenda.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Nashwauk Public Utility Commission",
   "headline": "PUC to consider $21,570 powerline vegetation maintenance and $4,243 gate replacement",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk Public Utilities Commission will consider approving three expenditures: a $1,249 precision laser level, a $4,243 chain link gate replacement at the ponds, and a $21,569.90 scope of work for powerline vegetation maintenance. The commission will also receive updates on the East Itasca Joint Sewer Project, the 3rd Street Utility Project, and a water tower restoration project with an estimated $600,000 cost. Discussion items include an inspection report for the bucket truck and a request from Councilor Terry Sullivan regarding 4th Street.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/4-21-2026_Nashwauk_Public_Utilities_Commission_meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "4 14 City Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $696,906 fire truck purchase, discusses camera system",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council approved the purchase of a Pierce Freightliner Responder Pumper for $696,906 and discussed a cloud-based camera system from Verkada, with costs ranging from $2,500 per camera per year to $47,000 for four cellular cameras over five years. The council also approved the sale of Bozich Lot #110 for $5,500, hired an administrative assistant at $20/hour, and authorized up to $5,000 for fire equipment updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/4-14-2026_City_Council_Meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-24",
   "body": "3 24 City Council",
   "headline": "Council approves $25,200 in surplus fire equipment from DNR",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council approved the purchase of two surplus fire vehicles from the Minnesota DNR for a total of $25,200, paid from the Fire Equipment Fund. The council also accepted an administrative assistant's resignation, approved a one-day liquor permit and gambling application for a bingo event, and discussed a potential land trust housing initiative with Itasca County HRA.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/3-24-2026_City_Council_Meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "Nashwauk Public Utility Commission",
   "headline": "East Itasca Joint Sewer Project update; Lone Pine Township bids due soon",
   "summary": "The Commission discussed the East Itasca Joint Sewer Project, including a March 18 special meeting in Lone Pine Township to set a bid due date, and an extension for sewer upgrades in the project area. They also noted that the 3rd Street Utility Project grant from the EPA has not yet been followed up on, and the PFA application was amended for 2027 funding. A motion was approved to send Kristina Tunink to an MMUA training in Grand Rapids on April 27 at a cost of $950.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/3-17-2026_Nashwauk_Public_Utilities_Commission_meeting(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "3 10 City Council",
   "headline": "Council authorizes $500K DNR grant application for trailhead project",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council voted to apply for a Minnesota DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant of up to $500,000 for a scaled-back trailhead project now estimated at $766,000. The council also approved a $231,000 architectural design contract with DSGW for a new Public Works building, despite concerns about funding. A $33,767.50 crew cab Ranger was approved for the Fire Department, funded from the 125 fund. The consent agenda, including claims of $65,387.94, was approved.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/3-10-2026_City_Council_Meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-24",
   "body": "2 24 City Council",
   "headline": "Council approves asbestos testing for two hazardous buildings, fire truck purchase",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council approved asbestos testing quotes for two properties (206 and 324 3rd Street) and authorized the Fire Department to spend up to $25,000 on a used 1-ton truck from auction. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included 2026 liquor licenses for several local businesses and approved staff attendance at a HR conference. Discussion items included snow removal and cleaning at City Hall, a rental ordinance update, and planning for a future fire engine purchase.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/2-24-2026_City_Council_Meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "Nashwauk Public Utility Commission",
   "headline": "Commission discusses water infrastructure funding and high school water line break",
   "summary": "The Commission discussed updates on the East Itasca Joint Sewer Project and a $1,061,000 grant for the 3rd Street project. Members also addressed a water line break at the old high school caused by freezing temperatures. The Commission is considering an ordinance to address utility issues in abandoned or vacated buildings.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/2-17-2026_Nashwauk_Public_Utilities_Commission_meeting(1).pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "2 10 City Council",
   "headline": "Council approves police office upgrades, discusses school water line break",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council approved up to $5,000 for police department office upgrades and two fire department purchases: gas monitors for $3,327.02 and apparel for $3,632.00. Council discussed a water line break at the old school that lost an estimated 300,000 gallons of water, with some members calling the school's actions negligent and suggesting a new ordinance for empty buildings. The council also received updates on hazardous buildings, including a grant application for 211 Central Avenue, and discussed expanding the 4th of July car show.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/2-10-2026_City_Council_Meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-27",
   "body": "1 27 City Council",
   "headline": "Council adopts electric utility franchise ordinance, approves $10,986 kitchen cabinets",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2026-01, modifying the electric distribution franchise granted to the Nashwauk Public Utilities Commission and repealing a prior franchise-fee ordinance. The Council also approved a $10,985.80 quote from Cicci Construction for kitchen cabinet removal and installation at City Hall, with the city covering the cost beyond a $5,000 donation from the Fire Relief Association. A resolution authorizing application for an IRRRB Works Grant was adopted. The Council discussed the rental ordinance, noting the 50-license cap and that over 50 rentals remain, and asked for public information to be posted on the city website.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/1-27-2026_City_Council_Meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-20",
   "body": "Nashwauk Public Utility Commission",
   "headline": "Commission discusses selling excess wastewater capacity, updates on 3rd Street project",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk Public Utilities Commission discussed selling excess wastewater capacity from its permit, considering the impact of Mesabi Metallics and the Bozich Addition. They also received an update on the 3rd Street utility project, which has $1,061,000 in federal funding pending Senate approval. A draft meter policy was reviewed, and a commissioner requested remote attendance for the February meeting.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/1-20-2026_Nashwauk_Public_Utilities_Commission_meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-01-13",
   "body": "1 13 City Council",
   "headline": "Council approves land conveyance for new ambulance station",
   "summary": "The Nashwauk City Council held its annual reorganizational meeting, appointing attorneys, an official newspaper, a depository, and various boards and committees. The council also approved conveying a lot on Platt Avenue East to the Nashwauk Ambulance Service Taxing District for a nominal fee to support construction of a new EMS station, with construction possible as early as March 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://nashwaukmn.gov/vertical/sites/%7B97663079-F200-4336-819D-72EAAFFEFDD3%7D/uploads/1-13-2026_City_Council_Meeting.pdf",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://nashwauk.govoffice.com"
  }
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