Richfield, Minnesota
Upcoming
Human Rights Commission
City Council
City Council
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Economic Development Authority
City Council
City Council
Arts Commission
City Council
City Council
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Economic Development Authority
City Council
City Council
City Council
City Council
City Council
Recent meetings
Transportation Commission
The Transportation Commission will discuss follow-up from the Penn Avenue Open House 3 and receive an introduction to the 69th Street Safety and Utility Improvements Project. The commission will also discuss the 2026 Bike Tour route. No votes or decisions are scheduled; these are discussion and informational items.
- Penn Avenue Open House 3 follow up discussion
- 69th Street Safety and Utility Improvements Project introduction
- 2026 Bike Tour route discussion
- Upcoming: Penn Avenue Open House #4 on August 19 at St. Richard's Catholic Church
- 69th Street Open House #1 scheduled for August (date TBD)
General
The City Council will conduct interviews with firms vying to assist in the search for a new city manager. No other substantive business is scheduled. The meeting is limited to this discussion and adjournment.
- City manager executive search firm interviews (discussion only)
City Council
The Richfield City Council will hold a regular meeting featuring a consent calendar with routine approvals, including a $263,970 contract for ice arena soffit replacement. They will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend alcohol regulations in city parks, consider a resolution for the 2026 General Pay Plan, and discuss the City Manager's annual performance evaluation with a potential amendment to her employment agreement.
- Receipt of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2025
- Approval of $263,970 contract with Preferred Properties for ice arena soffit replacement
- First reading of ordinance amending alcohol rules in city parks
- Resolution for amended 2026 General Pay Plan
- City Manager's performance evaluation and proposed employment agreement amendment
City Council
The Richfield City Council will discuss the Essential Services Study at this meeting. No other business is on the agenda, which is otherwise procedural.
- Discussion of Essential Services Study
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will hear staff reports on the Richfield Outdoor Pool and Recreation Services, along with committee reports from the Transportation, FOWL, Planning, Arts, and Sustainability commissions. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific votes or financial actions scheduled.
- Staff report on Richfield Outdoor Pool (630 East 66th Street)
- Staff report on Recreation Services
- Committee reports from Transportation, FOWL, Planning, Arts, and Sustainability commissions
- Approval of minutes from May 19, 2026 meeting
- Open forum for public comments
General
The Richfield City Council is convening for a closed executive session to conduct a performance evaluation of City Manager Katie Rodriguez, as allowed under Minnesota law. No other business is scheduled; the meeting consists solely of this closed session and adjournment.
- Closed executive session to evaluate City Manager Katie Rodriguez (per Minn. Stat. 13D.05, subd.3(a)).
Economic Development Authority
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
City Council
The City Council will consider a policy to use the 4d(1) tax classification as a tool to create and preserve affordable housing. The council will also decide on early voting periods for 2026 and approve a professional service agreement for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update. Consent items include disbursements, a resolution for a Minnesota GreenCorps member, and active transportation grant agreements.
- Consideration of a policy for 4d(1) tax classification for affordable housing
- Decision on 46-day in-person or 18-day early voting period for 2026
- Professional Service Agreement with TC2 for 2050 Comprehensive Plan update
- Proclamations celebrating Juneteenth and Ava Wiederholt
- Resolution authorizing two Active Transportation Grant Agreements with Metropolitan Council
Arts Commission
The Richfield Arts Commission will review a budget update and recap recent activities such as the roundabout painting and the Centennial Elementary carnival. Commissioners will discuss a schedule of future community arts events, including Bike to the Market, Summer Kick‑off, Juneteenth, and others. Additional items include a photography contest, a public‑art brochure/website, and an artist directory.
- Budget update presentation
- Review of roundabout painting and Centennial Elementary carnival
- Discussion of upcoming events (e.g., Bike to the Market, Juneteenth, Penn Fest)
- Photography contest consideration
- Public art brochure/website and artist directory proposals
Transportation Commission
Human Rights Commission
The Richfield Human Rights Commission will hear a presentation on the 2026 elections from the City Clerk, review a draft proclamation for ADA/Disability Pride Month, and discuss partnership opportunities for the Jacobsen Award Celebration. The commission will also plan table coverage for a City Hall Summer Kickoff event and consider scheduling an antisemitism discussion.
- Elections 2026 presentation from City Clerk Michelle Friedrich
- Proclamation for ADA/Disability Pride Month review and writing assignment
- Jacobsen Award Celebration – possible partnership with Arts Commission
- Summer Kickoff at City Hall on June 10, 2026, table coverage sign-up
- Antisemitism discussion proposed for a future meeting
Sustainability Commission
The Richfield Sustainability Commission will hear updates on solid waste programs including a shred event recap and upcoming organics audit, discuss sustainability initiatives such as a tree planting at Sheridan Hills, and consider outreach to condo buildings and public event recycling.
- Organics audit scheduled for June 16 (volunteers needed)
- Building material swap at Veterans Park on July 16 from 5–7:30 PM
- Furniture donation event in the south Donaldson parking lot on August 1 from 9 AM–12 PM
- Rain barrel and tree sale recap
- Tree planting at Sheridan Hills
The Sustainability Commission approved the agenda and minutes, heard staff reports on recycling events and tree planting, and discussed outreach plans for condo buildings and public events.
- Approved agenda and minutes (unanimous)
- Approved GreenCorps member appointment
- Approved July 16 building materials swap
- Approved August 1 furniture donation event
- Approved September 20 Penn Fest recycling
- Approved July 4 recycling event
- Approved June 10 summer kick-off event
- Approved tree planting at Sheridan Elementary
Planning Commission
City Council
The City Council will consider consent items including a $680,570 engineering contract for the 69th Street Reconstruction Project, a secondhand goods dealer license for EcoATM at 826 West 66th Street, and the second reading of an ordinance amending City Council salaries for 2027–2028. They will also adopt a Proclamation Celebrating Pride Month and consider an alternate appointment to fill a vacancy on the Human Rights Commission.
- Approve $680,570 work order with Stantec Consulting Services for 69th Street Reconstruction Project
- Consider new Secondhand Goods Dealer license for EcoATM, LLC at 826 West 66th Street (inside Speedway)
- Second reading of ordinance amending City Council salaries for 2027 and 2028
- Proclamation Celebrating Pride Month
- Consider alternate appointment to fill vacancy on Human Rights Commission
City Council
The Richfield City Council will hold a discussion on proposed changes to sidewalks and tree planting policies. No formal vote is scheduled; this is a discussion item only.
- Discussion of sidewalks and tree planting policies
Community Services Commission
The Richfield Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM. They will consider an appointment to the Friends of Wood Lake Board. Other items include staff reports on the Ice Arena and Recreation Services, committee reports, and approval of minutes. Public comments are accepted in person, by voicemail, or email.
- Appointment to the Friends of Wood Lake Board (action item)
- Staff reports on Ice Arena (Weiby) and Recreation Services (Huemiller)
- Committee reports from Transportation, FOWL Board, Planning, Arts, and Sustainability Commissions
- Approval of minutes from Joint Sustainability/CSC meeting and regular April meeting
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will consider revisions to the Transformation Loan Program guidelines and a resolution to authorize additional funds for the 2026 program. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of minutes and consent calendar. No public hearings are scheduled, but items may be removed from the consent calendar for discussion.
- Consideration of revisions to the Transformation Loan Program guidelines
- Resolution authorizing additional funds for the 2026 Transformation Loan Program
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The HRA will consider approving a license agreement with McNamara Contracting, Inc. for use of HRA-owned property at 7700 Pillsbury Avenue South as a construction office and staging area for the Nicollet Avenue reconstruction project. Additionally, the board will review a Memorandum of Understanding with Hennepin County to partner on the Bring It Home Minnesota and Schools to Housing programs. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a consent calendar item recommended for approval.
- License agreement with McNamara Contracting, Inc. for use of 7700 Pillsbury Ave S for construction staging (Nicollet Ave reconstruction)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Hennepin County on Bring It Home Minnesota and Schools to Housing programs
- Approval of minutes from April 20, 2026 joint work session and regular HRA meeting
City Council
The Richfield City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance adjusting City Council salaries for 2027 and 2028. The consent calendar includes approval of a cooperative construction agreement for the 73rd Street Trail project, a secondhand goods dealer license for EcoAtm at 6540 Penn Avenue South, a site plan for a fitness studio at 6503 Nicollet Avenue South, and a temporary liquor license for the Fourth of July Committee. The council will also receive proclamations for Jewish American Heritage Month and Peace Officers' Memorial Day.
- First reading of ordinance amending City Code 210.01 for City Council salaries (2027-2028)
- Cooperative Construction Agreement with MnDOT for 73rd Street Trail project (Contract No. 1061135)
- Secondhand goods dealer license for EcoAtm, LLC at 6540 Penn Avenue South (inside CVS)
- Site plan approval for conversion of retail space to fitness studio at 6503 Nicollet Avenue South
- Temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for Fourth of July Committee at Veterans Memorial Park
The Richfield City Council approved the consent calendar, including $3.3 million in disbursements, a Fourth of July celebration license, and agreements for the 73rd Street Trail and rain gardens. The council also approved a resolution modifying employee health care savings plans and set a salary ordinance for its first reading.
- Approved $3.3M in disbursements (5-0)
- Approved Fourth of July celebration license (5-0)
- Authorized 73rd Street Trail agreement with MnDOT (5-0)
- Approved Secondhand Goods Dealer license for EcoAtm (5-0)
- Authorized rain garden installation agreement (5-0)
- Approved fitness studio site plan at 6503 Nicollet Ave (5-0)
- Approved temporary liquor license for July 4th events (5-0)
- Approved first reading of salary ordinance for 2027-28 (5-0)
City Council
The Richfield City Council will hold a discussion on an update to the Park Alcohol Ordinance. Additionally, the council will discuss outstanding items from the March 24, 2026 Utility Rate Study work session. No votes or formal actions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
- Discussion of Park Alcohol Ordinance Update
- Discussion of outstanding items from March 24, 2026 Utility Rate Study work session
The City Council reached consensus to support proposed updates to the park alcohol ordinance and to maintain current multi-family utility rate structures. Council requested further analysis regarding commercial utility tiered rate options.
- Consensus support for updated park alcohol ordinance allowing limited service at designated events and facilities
- Consensus support to maintain current multi-family water utility rate structure
- Requested further staff analysis on commercial utility usage and tiered rate options
Advisory Board of Health
Advisory Board of Health
Arts Commission
The Richfield Arts Commission will meet to receive a budget update and review past events like Earth Day and the High School Art Opening. They will plan upcoming community events including Roundabout Painting, Bike to the Market, Juneteenth, and National Farmers Market Week. Other business includes a community coloring book and photography contest.
- Budget update
- Roundabout Painting (May 16-17)
- Juneteenth celebration (June 19, 12-4 pm)
- Community Coloring Book and Photography Contest
- Public Art Brochure/Website and Artist Directory
Human Rights Commission
The Richfield Human Rights Commission will vote on meeting date changes, discuss proclamations for Pride Month and Juneteenth, and review the work plan. The agenda also includes a nomination discussion for the Jacobsen award and planning for PennFest and a Summer Kickoff event. Public comment is open for items not on the agenda.
- Proposed meeting date changes: August 4th moved to August 6th, November 2nd moved to November 4th, and October meeting for multi-city DEI/HRC roundtable (date TBD)
- Discussion of proclamations for Pride Month (June) and Juneteenth, with approval needed for June and presentation at July 14 City Council meeting
- Jacobsen award nominee discussion
- PennFest on September 20th, 12-5pm, with application for tabling and need for a lead commissioner
- Summer Kickoff at City Hall on June 10th, 5-7pm, table coverage needed
The Commission approved Maria Day as the Jacobsen Award winner and passed proclamations for Pride and Juneteenth. Members also updated the 2026 meeting calendar and coordinated staffing for the Summer Kickoff event.
- Approved Maria Day as award winner (10-1)
- Approved Pride proclamation
- Approved Juneteenth proclamation
- Approved meeting date changes for August, October, and November
- Approved Mike to lead PennFest application
- Approved agenda and previous meeting minutes
Transportation Commission
The Transportation Commission will review Hennepin County's Nicollet Avenue construction plans and Penn Avenue Open House materials. Updates on sidewalk projects and regional solicitation will also be discussed. The meeting is informational with no votes on major items.
- Hennepin County Nicollet Avenue Construction Preview
- Hennepin County Penn Avenue Open House 3 Material Review
- Sidewalk Projects Update
- Regional Solicitation Update
- Upcoming Penn Ave Open House #3 on May 19, 2026
City Council
The City Council is meeting to approve several consent calendar items, including a $429,153.25 contract for the Safe Routes to School Sheridan Hills Elementary sidewalk project. They will also adopt resolutions for bond reimbursement for the Penn Avenue Reconstruction project and for MnDOT bond funds for the same sidewalk project. Additionally, they will consider an encroachment agreement at 6440 Nicollet Avenue and issue a proclamation for Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month.
- Approval of bid tabulation and contract with Concrete Idea, Inc. for Sheridan Hills Elementary sidewalk project ($429,153.25)
- Adoption of resolution for reimbursement of expenditures from street reconstruction and utility bonds for Penn Avenue (CSAH 32) Reconstruction
- Adoption of resolution authorizing MnDOT Agreement No. 1062789 for state bond funds for Sheridan Hills Safe Routes to School
- Approval of encroachment agreement with Herspace, LLC for private parking lot and sign at 6440 Nicollet Avenue
- Proclamation celebrating Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month
The Richfield City Council approved the consent calendar (5-0), which included a $429,153.25 contract for the Sheridan Hills Elementary sidewalk project, disbursements totaling $2.27 million, and a bond reimbursement resolution for the Penn Avenue reconstruction. The council also adopted a proclamation for Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month and heard public comments on gun safety and park costs. No ordinances, resolutions, or public hearings were held.
- Approved consent calendar 5-0 including disbursements of $2,270,008.07
- Approved contract with Concrete Idea, Inc. for Sheridan Hills sidewalk project at $429,153.25 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-12419 for bond reimbursement for Penn Avenue Reconstruction (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-12420 authorizing MnDOT agreement for Sheridan Hills Safe Routes to School (5-0)
- Approved encroachment agreement with Herspace, LLC at 6440 Nicollet Avenue (5-0)
City Council
The Richfield City Council is meeting to discuss a team building retreat for council and staff. No other business is scheduled; the agenda consists only of this discussion item and procedural calls.
- Discussion of City Council and Staff Team Building Retreat
The City Council held a work session to discuss team building, staffing, and conduct. Council directed staff to update the ordinance to include 0% salary increases for the Mayor and Council in 2027 and 2028. No other formal actions were taken.
- Directed staff to update ordinance for 0% Mayor and Council salary increases in 2027 and 2028
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider site plan approval for converting a retail tenant space into a fitness studio at 6503 Nicollet Avenue South. Other items include administrative approvals for a parking lot reconfiguration at Les Schwab Tires, sketch plan reviews for Lupe Development and Richfield Bible Church, and an update on the Comprehensive Plan process.
- Public hearing for site plan approval: conversion of retail space to fitness studio at 6503 Nicollet Avenue South
- Administrative approval of minor site plan amendment for Les Schwab Tires parking lot reconfiguration at 3015 66th St W
- Lupe Development applied for optional sketch plan review and initiated traffic study
- Richfield Bible Church applied for sketch plan review of building expansion at 6215 Oliver Avenue South
- Planning staff initiated a Metal Detector Rental Program with $50/day late fee and replacement cost charge
Sustainability Commission
The Richfield Sustainability Commission will meet to discuss and provide updates on several sustainability initiatives. Agenda items include approval of the Climate Action Plan (CAP), upcoming Earth Day events, a compost giveaway at Donaldson Park, and a shred/electronics recycling event. The commission will also hear a presentation from the Transportation Commission and discuss outreach at the farmers market and schools.
- Compost giveaway at Donaldson Park
- CAP (Climate Action Plan) approval discussion
- Earth Day events update
- Shred/Electronics Recycling Event
- Transportation Commission staff presentation by Matt Hardegger
The Sustainability Commission approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of staff reports on the recently approved Climate Action Plan, compost giveaways, and tree treatment policies, along with presentations and upcoming outreach events.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
Community Services Commission
The Richfield Community Services Commission will approve the March 17, 2026 meeting minutes and the agenda for this session. Commissioners will hear a report from Recreation Services and updates from the Transportation, FOWL, Planning, Arts, and Sustainability commissions. The meeting will also set the date for the next regular commission meeting on May 19, 2026.
- Approve March 17, 2026 meeting minutes
- Approve the April 21 agenda
- Review Recreation Services report
- Hear reports from Transportation, FOWL, Planning, Arts, and Sustainability commissions
- Schedule next regular CSC meeting for May 19, 2026
Community Services Commission
The Community Services Commission will hold a discussion on the Natural Resources Management Plan Phase 1. The meeting also includes an open forum for public comment and staff updates. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and procedural.
- Discussion of Natural Resources Management Plan Phase 1
Economic Development Authority
The Richfield Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution to support an application for Hennepin County Business District Initiative Program grant funds for wayfinding and placemaking projects in downtown Richfield. The resolution would also authorize the Executive Director to sign any related agreements. The meeting will also approve the agenda, minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting, and a consent calendar of routine items. Additional items may be discussed if any are removed from the consent calendar.
- Resolution supporting application for Hennepin County Business District Initiative Program grant for downtown wayfinding and placemaking
- Approval of the meeting agenda
- Approval of minutes from the March 16, 2026 EDA meeting
- Consent calendar items (routine approvals)
- Public hearings (open forum)
The Economic Development Authority approved its agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution No. 67, supporting an application for a Hennepin County Business District Initiative grant and authorizing the Executive Director to sign related agreements. The board also approved reimbursement claims totaling $48,130.25. No other items were presented or decided.
- Approved agenda (4-0)
- Approved March 16 minutes (4-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 67 supporting grant application (4-0)
- Approved reimbursement claims $48,130.25 (4-0)
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority will hold a public hearing on the proposed sale of 6326 14th Avenue South and a contract for private development with Dereje Demessie and Beza Gebrehiwot to build a new two-family home through the Richfield Rediscovered Program. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a consent calendar for routine items, and other procedural business.
- Public hearing on sale of 6326 14th Avenue South
- Contract for Private Development with Dereje Demessie and Beza Gebrehiwot
- Development of a new two-family home through the Richfield Rediscovered Program
- Approval of March 16, 2026 meeting minutes
- Consent calendar for routine approvals
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the sale of 6326 14th Avenue South to Dereje Demessie and Beza Gebrehiwot for $81,500 and authorized a development contract for a duplex. The board also approved $254,849.54 in claims.
- Approved sale of 6326 14th Ave South to Demessie and Gebrehiwot (4-0)
- Authorized development contract for duplex at 6326 14th Ave South (4-0)
- Approved claims totaling $254,849.54 (4-0)
- Approved agenda and prior meeting minutes (4-0)
Advisory Board of Health
The board will discuss kratom and plan for a joint meeting with Edina and Bloomington on May 11, 2026. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Penn Fest participation and a fire station tour.
- Kratom discussion
- Joint meeting with Edina and Bloomington scheduled for May 11, 2026
- Penn Fest participation
- Tour of the Fire Station
General
The Richfield City Council will hold a continued discussion on the impacts and potential policy related to 4d(1) tax classification. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Continued discussion of 4d(1) tax classification impacts and potential policy
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority and staff discussed the impacts of the 4d(1) tax classification, including a projected $445,000 tax cost shift and potential policy directions. No votes or approvals were recorded. The meeting adjourned by unanimous consent.
City Council
The City Council will consider approval of several consent calendar items, including a $790,929.60 contract for sanitary sewer lining, an updated Climate Action Plan, and a resolution prohibiting on-street parking on Nicollet Avenue from 77th to 66th Street. The council will also consider the appointment of Kate Croteau as Human Resources Director.
- Proclamation celebrating Arab American Heritage Month, Earth Day, and Arbor Day
- Approval of stormwater construction agreement with Woodlawn Terrace Cooperative at 7421 Lyndale Ave South
- Contract with Visu-Sewer for 2026 Sanitary Sewer Lining CIPP Project for $790,929.60
- Resolution prohibiting on-street parking on Nicollet Avenue (County State Aid Highway 52) from 77th Street to 66th Street
- Updated Climate Action Plan
The council adopted the consent calendar, approving $4.49 million in disbursements, several construction contracts—including a $790,929.60 sanitary‑sewer lining project—and a parking‑restriction resolution. It also approved the updated Climate Action Plan and confirmed Kate Croteau as the new Human Resources Director effective May 18, 2026. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).
- Approved $4,489,623.91 total disbursements/claims (5-0)
- Approved stormwater construction and maintenance agreement with Woodlawn Terrace Cooperative (5-0)
- Approved $790,929.60 contract with Visu-Sewer for 2026 sanitary sewer lining CIPP project and authorized up to $175,000 contract changes without further council (5-0)
- Approved contract with GMH Asphalt Corporation for 2026 Mill and Overlay Project (5-0)
- Approved resolution prohibiting on‑street parking on County State Aid Highway 52 (Nicollet Ave) from 77th to 66th Street (5-0)
- Approved updated Climate Action Plan (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Kate Croteau as Human Resources Director effective May 18, 2026 (5-0)
City Council
The Richfield City Council will hold a meeting with one agenda item: discussion of City Council Policy Proposals. No specific proposals or details are listed in the agenda. This appears to be a procedural meeting with no decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Discussion of City Council Policy Proposals (no further details provided)
The City Council held a work session to discuss four policy proposals. The Council directed staff to allow the current emergency pre-eviction notification ordinance to expire while continuing research into Section 8 discrimination policies and other regulatory topics.
- Directed staff to allow the current emergency pre-eviction notification ordinance to expire
- Agreed to a timeline for future policy consideration of Kratom in early 2027
- Requested further information on gun safety policy for a future work session
- Discussed long-term sidewalk and street design goals without formal adoption