Winona public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Winona City Council meeting on Dec. 15, 2025 will consider a range of items, including licensing approvals, development proposals, policy adoptions, and budget actions. Key decisions include approving massage therapy and portable restroom licenses, adopting the Oak Forest subdivision addition, and adopting a budget transfer to support public‑safety design work. The council will also adopt resolutions on the official newspaper for 2026, federal grants and awards policy, governmental accounting standards, and a FEMA grant for the Gilmore Creek levee study.

• Approve massage therapy licenses for Newell
• Approve license agreements for 2026 portable restrooms (DARCY and LRS)
• Adopt resolution for Oak Forest addition (final plat)
• Adopt budget transfer resolution for public safety design
• Adopt resolution and authorize application for FEMA grant for Gilmore Creek levee study

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to discuss the 2026 proposed budget and property tax levy, as well as the Visit Winona 2026 proposed budget. The body will also consider amendments to the short-term rental ordinance and a major abatement for 1171 West Mark Street.

• 2026 Proposed Property Tax Levy and Proposed Budget
• Short-Term Rental Ordinance Amendments
• Major Abatement for 1171 West Mark Street
• License Agreement with Starship Technologies for Personal Delivery Devices
• Authorization for Airport Fuel Farm design

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for an overnight shelter at 114 West Broadway. The commission will also approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting and elect its officers. No other business is listed.

• Public Hearing – 114 West Broadway Overnight Shelter CUP
• Approval of Minutes – November 10, 2025
• Election of Officers

The commission approved the Conditional Use Permit for an overnight shelter at 114 West Broadway, adding staff‑recommended conditions. Commissioners also approved the November 10 minutes, elected Daniel Hall as Chair and Paul Schollmeier as Vice‑Chair, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 114 West Broadway overnight shelter with additional conditions (unanimous)
• Elected Daniel Hall as Chair effective Jan 1 2026 (after tie, second ballot)
• Elected Paul Schollmeier as Vice‑Chair (after tie, second ballot)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on a wetland replacement plan at 1222 W. Service Drive and a comprehensive‑plan map amendment for St. Casimir’s Church properties at 614 and 624 W. 6th Street. New business includes a legacy grant amendment and a solar‑on‑public‑buildings program. Several ordinances will be considered, including increased liquor‑license fees and updated city‑service fees for 2026.

• Wetland Replacement Plan – 1222 W. Service Drive
• Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment – St. Casimir’s Church properties at 614 and 624 W. 6th Street
• Legacy Grant Amendment
• Solar on Public Buildings Program
• Ordinance to Increase Liquor License Fees for 2026

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting, then conduct two public hearings. One hearing concerns the IUP 420 East Third Street tourist home application. The other hearing addresses proposed text amendments to the town‑house/row‑house ordinance. The meeting will conclude with any other business and adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting
• Public hearing on IUP 420 East Third Street tourist home application
• Public hearing on proposed text amendments to the townhouse/rowhouse ordinance
• Other business (no specific items listed)
• Adjournment

The commission approved the minutes from the October 27 meeting and approved the IUP 420 East Third Street tourist home application, both unanimously. Commissioners then voted unanimously to recommend approval of the proposed townhouse and rowhouse text amendments to the zoning ordinance. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved October 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved IUP 420 East Third Street tourist home (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of townhouse/rowhouse text amendments (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Winona City Council will meet to consider a contract for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Building, introduce ordinances for 2026 liquor license and general fees, and address public hearings regarding revenue notes and easement vacating.

• Award contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant Building
• Introduce ordinance for 2026 liquor license fees
• Introduce ordinance for 2026 general fees
• Set public hearing for Oak Forest Addition easement vacation
• Adopt resolution for King Jefferson Final Plat

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a tourist home, two subdivisions, and a comprehensive plan amendment. The body will review requests for land use changes and plat approvals.

• Public hearing for 1868 Edgewood Road Tourist Home IUP
• Public hearing for Oak Forest Subdivision
• Public hearing for Final Plat King Jefferson Subdivision
• Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Amendment: Traditional Neighborhood to Neighborhood Mixed-Use (St Casimirs)

City Council

The Winona City Council will vote to adopt levy assessments for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project and the 2025 Miscellaneous Utilities Project. A public hearing will consider penalties, including possible civil fines or license suspension, for liquor license violations at Sippi’s Nauti Pub & Grub. The council will also discuss salary increases for the mayor and council members effective Jan. 1, 2027, and renew towing agreements with Borkowski Towing.

• Levy assessments for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project
• Levy assessments for the 2025 Miscellaneous Utilities Project
• Penalties for liquor license violations at Sippi’s Nauti Pub & Grub
• Salary increases for the mayor and city council effective Jan 1 2027
• Renew Police Towing Agreement with Borkowski Towing for 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding the limitation of short-term rentals and a specific use permit for a tourist home. The body will also review minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on limiting short-term rentals
• Public hearing for a Tourist Home IUP at 718 Main Street
• Review of STR Ordinance Amendments v.2

The Commission approved the Individual Use Permit for 718 Main Street as an owner‑occupied short‑term rental by a 7‑to‑1 vote. It also unanimously adopted the draft ordinance that would add a 500‑foot buffer for non‑owner‑occupied short‑term rentals and remove grandfathering clauses. Both actions were recorded after public hearings and staff presentations.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved IUP for 718 Main Street short‑term rental (7‑1)
• Approved draft short‑term rental ordinance (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on 2026 liquor license fees and discuss several housing initiatives. The body is also reviewing salary increases for the Mayor and Council and funding for medical insurance programs.

• Public hearing on proposed Liquor License Fees for 2026
• Approval of the City of Winona Housing Trust Fund General Program Guide
• Resolution to transfer Statewide Affordable Housing Aid (SAHA) allocations into the Local Housing Trust Fund
• Discussion on salary increases for the Mayor and City Council
• Ordinance to designate Second Street as a truck route

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review proposed text amendments regarding townhouses and rowhouses. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting.

• Townhouse or Rowhouse Text Amendments

The Planning Commission approved the September 8, 2025 minutes unanimously. It voted unanimously to schedule a public hearing on the proposed townhome text amendments for October 27. The commission will seek more information before considering townhomes in the Rural‑Residential district. Selection of a new chair and vice chair was postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set public hearing on townhome text amendments for October 27 (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on new chair and vice chair to a future meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 5:06 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Winona City Council will hold public hearings on several resolutions, including a levy for unpaid charges and a variance appeal for 1260 Sugar Loaf Road. Council members will vote on multiple licensing requests, street‑closure petitions, and health‑insurance recommendations for 2026. A key agenda item is the proposed ordinance to change the truck route from 3rd Street to 2nd Street between Mankato Avenue and Franklin Street. Additional items include an airport maintenance grant and assessments for sidewalk and utility projects.

• Resolution to levy assessments for unpaid charges (public hearing)
• 1260 Sugar Loaf Road variance appeal (Board of Adjustment decision)
• Ordinance to change truck route from 3rd St to 2nd St between Mankato Ave and Franklin St
• State Airport Maintenance and Operations Grant (resolution)
• One Swing Subdivision (resolution adoption)

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will conduct a final review of the 2026 Capital Improvement Program. It will also discuss proposed amendments to limit short‑term rentals. A public hearing will be held on the 270 West Broadway Tourist Home IUP application. The meeting includes approval of the August 25, 2025 minutes.

• Public Hearing – 270 West Broadway Tourist Home IUP
• Limiting Short‑Term Rentals – ordinance amendment proposals
• Final Review of 2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Approval of Minutes – August 25, 2025
• Other Business

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed 2026 budget and tax levy. The meeting includes several zoning changes for Main Street and Huff Street, as well as grant applications for airport and road projects.

• Proposed 2026 Budget and Tax Levy
• Multiple rezonings to Mixed Use Neighborhood Center District (MU-N) on Main Street and Huff Street
• State Airport Grant for Taxiway Project
• Freightways Grant application for Mankato Avenue
• Public hearing for liquor license fee increases set for October 6, 2025

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the One Swing Subdivision, reviewing the subdivision report, plan documents, and aerial photograph. The commission will also consider approval of the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. No decisions are recorded in the agenda beyond the hearing and routine items.

• Public Hearing – One Swing Subdivision (review of PC report, subdivision plan, aerial photo)
• Approval of Minutes – August 11, 2025

City Council

The Winona City Council will hold public hearings on rezoning Main Street and Huff Street to Mixed-Use Neighborhood designations. The body will also consider approving liquor licenses, parking agreements, and a grant for the wastewater treatment plant.

• Main Street Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MU-N) Rezoning
• Huff Street Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MU-N) and Multi-Family Residence (R-3) Rezoning
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Point Source Implementation Grant
• License Agreement for West Lot, 60 Main Project- 51 Center
• Masonic Temple Renaming Recommendation

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission meeting on August 11, 2025 will approve the minutes from July 28, 2025 and discuss the city's 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program. The agenda also includes a slot for other business before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting
• Review the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program (CIP Item 08112025.pdf, 2026 CIP Book v1.pdf)
• Other Business (no specific items listed)

The Commission approved the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting; the motion carried with one abstention. No other substantive actions were voted on. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

City Council

The Winona City Council will vote on several temporary liquor licenses, a street‑closure request for Zumbro Street, and an ordinance to eliminate 4‑hour parking on North Service Drive. New business includes a consultant contract for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement project, a habitat management contract for Prairie Island Park, a grant application for Lake Winona shoreline stabilization, and a request to authorize up to $325,000 from the Equipment Fund for a Port Security Grant for the fire department.

• Port Security Grant Program – Fire Department request to authorize up to $325,000 from the Equipment Fund for the local match
• Consultant contract with WHKS for the 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Prairie Island Park Habitat Management Plan contract and MOU with Minnesota Land Trust
• Lake Winona Shoreline Stabilization Grant application
• Temporary on‑sale intoxicating liquor licenses for Recreation Alliance, Winona Arts Center, C&V Family Holdings, and Massage Therapy

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will consider approval of the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It will hold a public hearing on a proposed tourist home at 162 Mankato Avenue. The commission will also discuss a proposal to limit short‑term rentals, including a non‑owner rental with a 500‑foot buffer.

• Approval of July 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public hearing on 162 Mankato Avenue tourist home IUP
• Consideration of limiting short‑term rentals
• Discussion of non‑owner short‑term rentals with 500‑foot buffer

City Council

The Winona City Council meeting will consider several approvals, including new on‑sale liquor licenses for the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, a fishing tournament agreement, and an encroachment license for 60 Main Street. It will also vote on a $15,000 contract for a common carp study of Lake Winona and related watershed funding. Additional items include facility fund transfers for Bud King Ice Arena and West Recreation Center, and adoption of the 2025 sidewalk replacement project resolution. The council will also address routine items such as public hearings, petitions, and the consent agenda.

• Approve three new on‑sale liquor licenses for the Minnesota Marine Art Museum.
• Approve agreement for the Minnesota B.A.S.S. Nation fishing tournament.
• Approve license agreement with 60 Main LLC for public right‑of‑way encroachment.
• Approve up to $15,000 contract for a Lake Winona common carp study under the WinLac watershed plan.
• Approve facility fund transfer for repairs to Bud King Ice Arena and West Recreation Center.

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission meeting on July 14, 2025 will review the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting and discuss a proposal to limit short‑term rentals. The commission will also address any other business items before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2025
• Discussion of limiting short‑term rentals (attachments 71425.pdf, Attachment A.pdf, Attachments B‑E.pdf)

City Council

The City Council will vote on awarding contracts for transit technology and aquatic center mechanical work. The meeting includes a public hearing on a wetland replacement plan and several event license agreements.

• Public hearing for Wetland Replacement Plan at 1275 Riverview Drive
• Contract for Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) Software from The Routing Company with a $116,000 transit budget increase
• Contract for 2025 Aquatic Center Mechanical Project awarded to Horizon Commercial Pool Supply
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 43 Unified Development Code regarding ADUs
• Liquor license renewal for Sloppy Joe’s Tavern

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will meet to discuss limiting short-term rentals and text amendments regarding rowhouses or townhouses. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 23, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

• Discussion on limiting short-term rentals
• Discussion on rowhouse or townhouse text amendments
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2025

The commission approved the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting with a 7‑to‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion. No other policy actions were decided.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

City Council

The Winona City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance. The body is also considering grants for transit and sewer projects, as well as various local business licenses and street closure requests.

• Public hearing on ADU Ordinance Amendments
• MPCA grant for Sanitary Sewer Lining Project
• Transit grant applications resolution
• Port/City Amendment to Lease and Use Agreement for PDAP Project Area
• Street closure requests for Morgan’s Jewelers and Winona Main Street Program Crazy Days

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the IUP application for a tourist home at 523 West Mill Street. The commission will also approve the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. Other business and adjournment are scheduled but no specific items are listed.

• Public hearing on IUP application for tourist home at 523 West Mill Street
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2025

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. After a public hearing, the commission unanimously approved the owner‑occupied short‑term rental application for 523 W Mill Street. The commission noted that a discussion on limiting short‑term rentals will be placed on the next agenda. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved owner‑occupied short‑term rental at 523 W Mill St (unanimous)
• Scheduled discussion on limiting short‑term rentals for next meeting (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Winona City Council will review requests for street closures and various business licenses. The body is also considering a resolution to reject a bid for the Aquatic Center mechanical project and re-advertise for new bids.

• Reject and reauthorize bid for Aquatic Center Mechanical Project
• Liquor license renewals for 2025, including Rosas Liquor and Winona Athletic Club
• Street closure requests for Wilson Street and Carimona Street
• License agreement for ORC Starlight Stroll Event
• Ordinance to establish a handicapped parking space on King Street

City Council

The Winona City Council will meet on May 19, 2025, to consider an appeal of a Planning Commission decision regarding a property at 706 Johnson Street and to introduce an ordinance for handicap parking at 559 East King Street.

• Hearing on 706 Johnson Street IUP appeal
• Introduce ordinance for handicap parking at 559 East King Street
• Receive 2024 City Financial Reports
• Receive award for Financial Reporting Presentation
• Approve consent agenda including minutes and claims

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will meet on May 12, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes and a discussion of proposed text amendments for townhouse or rowhouse projects. No other decisions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2025
• Discussion of townhouse or rowhouse text amendments

The commission approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No substantive policy actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review agreements for several local events and festivals. The body is also deciding on a pedestrian crossing agreement with MnDOT and authorizing bids for a pool mechanical system project.

• Agreement with MnDOT for a pedestrian crossing on Sarnia Street
• Bid authorization and project specifications for the Pool Mechanical System Project
• Emerald Ash Borer treatment contract
• 2025 Steamboat Days agreement and liquor/carnival licenses
• Licenses and agreements for Bluffview Montessori School 5K and Great River Shakespeare Festival

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will hold public hearings on rezoning applications for Main Street and Huff Street. The commission will also consider the postponed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance amendments and approve the minutes from the April 14 meeting. Other business may be discussed before adjournment.

• Public hearing – Main Street rezoning
• Public hearing – Huff Street rezoning
• Postponed – ADU ordinance amendments
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025
• Other business

City Council

The Winona City Council will adopt a resolution to award the contract for the 2025 Taxilane D, E & F Reconstruction Project. It will also consider several off‑sale malt liquor license approvals, a request for a street closure for the Minnesota Beethoven Festival, and a design agreement for a new public safety facility. Additional items include a request for proposals to operate the city‑owned facility at 2 Johnson Street and the approval of the consent agenda ordinances.

• Award contract for 2025 Taxilane D, E & F Reconstruction Project (resolution adoption)
• Authorize staff to issue a Request for Proposals for the operator of the 2 Johnson Street facility
• Approve design agreement with BKV Group for a new public safety facility
• Approve off‑sale 3.2% malt liquor licenses for Teesha, LLC and Veer 2021, LLC
• Approve Mark Street closure request

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding tourist home IUPs for two specific properties. The body will also discuss short-term rental information and address postponed ADU ordinance amendments.

• Public hearing for tourist home IUP at 717 Grand Street
• Public hearing for tourist home IUP at 706 Johnson Street
• Postponed ADU Ordinance Amendments
• Discussion on short-term rental information

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding contracts for transit services and road paving. The body is also considering several street closures, parking ordinances, and facility upgrades.

• Award contract for Winona Transit Service to Transport3 and introduce an ordinance to increase bus fares effective June 1
• Allocation of up to $70,000 for Masonic Temple fire panel upgrade
• Allocation of up to $50,000 for Street Department asphalt hot box replacement
• Award contract for Valley Oaks Playground Project to PlayCore Wisconsin, Inc. (dba Game Time)
• Proposed parking and traffic ordinances for 568 East Howard Street, Parks Avenue, and Howard Street

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will hold public hearings on an Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance amendment and a Johnson Street IUP review. The body will also set a public hearing for Main Street/Huff Street rezoning.

• Public Hearing - IUP 720 Johnson Street
• Public Hearing - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Set Public Hearing for Main St/Huff St Rezoning
• Approval of Minutes-March 10, 2025

City Council

The Winona City Council will consider several approvals, including a new agreement with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for the Mississippi Riverfront Trail. The council will also vote on a liquor permit renewal for the Winona Tour Boat, a license agreement for the 2025 Summer Farmers Market, a housing rehabilitation program agreement with the Federal Home Loan Bank, and the selection of a contractor for the 2025 Tree Planting Program.

• Renew Liquor Permit for Winona Tour Boat – approve Consumption and Display permit
• Farmers Market License Agreement – approve agreement and direct execution
• Agreement with U.S. Fish and Wildlife for the Mississippi Riverfront Trail – approve and authorize execution
• Federal Home Loan Bank Housing Rehabilitation Program – approve agreement and authorize execution
• 2025 Tree Planting Program Contractor Selection – approve contract and authorize execution

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss rezoning areas along Main Street and Huff Street and set a public hearing date for Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance amendments.

• Set public hearing for ADU ordinance amendments
• Discussion on Main Street and Huff Street rezoning
• Review of WSU East Neighborhood Notice
• Review of WSU West Neighborhood Notice
• Approval of February 24, 2025 minutes

City Council

The Winona City Council will meet to decide on contracts for sidewalk and street reconstruction projects. The body will also discuss several airport upgrades and a land purchase for Ice Park water access.

• Award contract for 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project
• Award contract for 2025 West Broadway Street Reconstruction Project
• Purchase of land for water access to Ice Park
• Request for Proposals for Fixed Base Operator at Winona Municipal Airport
• Construction Grant Agreement for Public Safety Center pre-design

Planning Commission

The Commission will first approve the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss proposed amendments to the city's accessory dwelling unit ordinance, including related FAQs. A separate discussion will address the city's electric‑vehicle charging plan.

• Approve minutes from February 10, 2025
• Discuss accessory dwelling unit ordinance amendments (ADU Ordinance Amendments v.2)
• Review accessory dwelling unit FAQs
• Discuss electric‑vehicle charging plan (4 EV Charging)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several street closure requests for community events and a temporary liquor license. The body is also deciding on a public safety chaplaincy service contract and a resolution to request funding from the State of Minnesota.

• Authorization to request funding from the State of Minnesota
• Public Safety Chaplaincy Service Contract
• Street closure requests for Parade of Trucks, Streets and Treats, and 3rd Street
• Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for St. Mary’s Church
• Agreement for the Big Muddy Brew ‘n Que event

Planning Commission

The Winona Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two tourist home IUP applications (19 Hamilton Street and 635 West 6th Street) and consider the final plat for the BellHuff Subdivision. The commission will also review the site plan for 1537 and 1545 Gilmore Avenue (Halifax Development). Additionally, the minutes from the January 27, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Public Hearing – 19 Hamilton Street Tourist Home IUP
• Public Hearing – 635 West 6th Street Tourist Home IUP
• Public Hearing – Final Plat BellHuff Subdivision
• Site Plan Review – 1537 and 1545 Gilmore Avenue (Halifax Development)
• Approval of Minutes – January 27, 2025

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project and its preliminary assessment roll. The body is also considering several liquor licenses, infrastructure projects, and a 20-year franchise agreement with Northern States Power.

• Public hearing for 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project and preliminary assessment roll
• Approval of project design and bid advertisement for West Broadway Reconstruction Project
• Adoption of the Harriet Wilson Subdivision final plat
• 20-year franchise ordinance for Northern States Power
• Liquor licenses for Westfield Bar & Grill and a temporary license for Earl Graves Memorial Foundation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the December 17, 2024 meeting. It will hold public hearings on the 529 E. 7th Street Tourist Home IUP and on the final plat for the Harriet Wilson Subdivision. No other business is listed.

• Approve minutes from December 17, 2024 meeting
• Public hearing on 529 E. 7th Street Tourist Home IUP
• Public hearing on final plat for Harriet Wilson Subdivision
• Other Business (no items listed)

City Council

The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing on the Xcel Energy Natural Gas Franchise Agreement and introduce the related ordinance. Council members will also vote on temporary on‑sale intoxicating liquor licenses for the Winona Arts Center and Hurry Back Productions, adopt a pay equity resolution, and decide on the decertification of Tax Increment Financing District 1301 Innovation Dr. The meeting includes resolutions for the 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project, renewal of property and liability insurance, and approval of the consent agenda.

• Public Hearing to Consider Natural Gas Franchise Agreement with Xcel Energy (Ordinance Xcel Energy Natural Gas Franchise)
• Temporary On‑Sale Intoxicating Liquor Licenses for the Winona Arts Center
• Decertification of Tax Increment Financing District 1301 Innovation Dr. TIF District No. 3
• 2025 Sidewalk Replacement Project – City Manager’s Recommendation and related resolutions
• Renewal of Property and Liability Insurance for 2025 (excluding First Party Cyber Insurance and Workers’ Compensation)

City Council

The Winona City Council will discuss several public hearings, including a request to vacate a utility easement for Behrens Manufacturing, an annexation request for Eckerson, and a zoning amendment to rezone Main Square West from R‑3 to MU‑DC. The council will also consider appointments, a temporary liquor license, a license agreement with Starship Technologies for personal delivery devices, and resolutions to transfer residual equity for municipal state aid and the Broadway Reconstruction Fund. A housing trust fund ordinance will be presented as part of the consent agenda.

• Vacate Utility Easement for Behrens Manufacturing – ordinance introduction
• Annexation Request – Eckerson – repeal of Ordinance No. 4263 and new ordinance
• Main Square West Rezoning: change from R‑3 to MU‑DC – ordinance introduction
• License Agreement with Starship Technologies for Personal Delivery Devices – council approval
• Residual Equity Transfer – Broadway Reconstruction Fund – adopt resolution