Robbinsdale public meetings in 2024

Sustainability Committee

The Robbinsdale Sustainability Committee will hold a regular meeting with roll call, approval of November minutes, and discussion of new business including top priorities and an action plan. Guest speakers are also scheduled. Old business includes a recap of the annual tree lighting event. Information-only items cover CCX Media organics recycling and roundtable updates.

• Discussion of top priorities and action plan for the committee
• Guest speakers scheduled as part of new business
• Recap of annual tree lighting event
• Information on CCX Media organics recycling

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council will vote on a quote for electric vehicle charging stations under Project 1020 and consider a Municipal Materials Management Agreement. The council will also approve items on the consent agenda, including a by‑law change for the Fire Department Relief Association and several license renewals. Public hearings will be held for a currency exchange license renewal and for consignment and second‑hand goods licenses at three locations. Old business includes a zoning violation appeal and a resolution to rename Sanborn Park.

• Accept Quote for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations – Project 1020 (New Business)
• Municipal Materials Management Agreement (New Business)
• Resolution approving change to the By‑Laws of the Robbinsdale Fire Department Relief Association (Consent Agenda)
• Public Hearing – Currency Exchange License Renewal for SJB Enterprises dba Your Exchange
• Public Hearings – Consignment & Secondhand Goods Licenses for Broadway, Fly Vintage & Vinyl, and Pawn America

The Council approved a five-year solid waste collection agreement with Republic Services starting April 1, 2025, and authorized the purchase of two electric vehicle charging stations. It also upheld a banner violation ruling but refunded the $200 appeal fee, and adopted a resolution confirming the desire to rename Sanborn Park.

• Approved Municipal Materials Management Agreement with Republic Services (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of two ChargePoint Express 250 DC Fast Charging Stations (unanimous)
• Upheld banner violation ruling at 4227 40th Ave N (unanimous)
• Refunded $200 appeal fee to appellant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 8146 confirming desire to rename Sanborn Park (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 licenses for Finds on Broadway, Fly Vintage & Vinyl, Pawn America (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including letter opposing broadband bill (unanimous)
• Approved voucher disbursements for period ending 12/17/2024 (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a currency exchange license renewal and the Robbinsdale Parks Master Plan. The council will also consider a letter of opposition for HR 3557.

• Currency Exchange License Renewal for SJB Enterprises dba Your Exchange
• Robbinsdale Parks Master Plan
• Letter of Opposition for HR 3557

The City Council discussed a draft Parks Master Plan for 2025-2035, which will be posted online for public feedback in January and finalized in February. Council also agreed to place a letter of opposition to H.R. 3557, a federal broadband bill, on next week's agenda. No formal votes were taken; all items were discussion-only.

• Agreed to place letter of opposition to H.R. 3557 on next week's agenda
• Discussed draft Parks Master Plan; final plan expected in February 2025

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will discuss the proposed 2025 budget and consider a contract with Elevate Hennepin for entrepreneur support services. The board will also receive an update on the preliminary sketch plan for the 4000 W Broadway redevelopment (US Bank/North Shore Development Partners). Consent agenda includes approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Consideration of 2025 Proposed Budget
• Elevate Hennepin Entrepreneur Support Services Contract
• Update on 4000 W Broadway Preliminary Sketch Plan (US Bank/NSDP)
• Voucher requests pending approval for disbursement

City Council

The city council will consider adopting the 2025 final levy and budget after a presentation. Separate public hearings are scheduled on proposed increases for water, sewer, storm sewer, solid waste, and street light rates. The council will also hold hearings on the street improvement and reconstruction plan and the 2025-2034 capital improvement plan. Additional items include a zoning text amendment and a rezone at 3819 West Broadway.

• Public hearing on assessment for reconstruction of 41st Avenue between Railroad and Regent (Project 44123)
• Public hearing on proposed water, sewer, storm sewer, solid waste, and street light rate increases
• Adoption of 2025 final levy and budget
• Zoning text amendment to Section 515.07, Subd. 4 (Conditional Uses)
• Rezone at 3819 West Broadway

The City Council unanimously adopted the 2025 final property tax levy of $10,822,124 (down from a preliminary 10% to 8%), the 2025 final budget, and the HRA levy of $334,832. They also approved utility rate increases for water, sewer, storm sewer, solid waste, and street lights effective January 1, 2025, and adopted the 10-year Street Improvement and Capital Improvement Plans. Additionally, they approved a zoning text amendment and a rezone at 3819 West Broadway to allow a private utility building for US Internet fiber service.

• Adopted 2025 property tax levy of $10,822,124 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 final budget (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 HRA levy of $334,832 (unanimous)
• Adopted utility rate increases effective Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Street Improvement and Reconstruction Plan 2025-2034 (unanimous)
• Adopted Capital Improvement Plan 2025-2034 (unanimous)
• Approved zoning text amendment to allow private utility buildings in Residential-Business district (unanimous)
• Approved rezone at 3819 West Broadway to Residential-Business (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission

The commission will discuss the Parks Master Plan and address commission openings for 2025. The meeting also includes a forestry update.

• Parks Master Plan review
• Commission openings for 2025
• Forestry update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to consider a zoning text amendment and a specific property rezone. The body will also review the minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment to Section 515.07 Subd. 4
• Public hearing for 3819 West Broadway Rezone

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will hold a conversation with City Manager Tim Sandvik. The body will also discuss a 'Swap, Don't Shop' event and a tree lighting event. Information will be provided on a geothermal study and solar array projects.

• Conversation with City Manager Tim Sandvik
• Swap, Don't Shop Event
• Tree Lighting Event
• Geothermal Feasibility Study
• Water Treatment Plant Solar Array

The Robbinsdale Sustainability Committee met on November 20, 2024, and approved the October minutes. They discussed future actions with City Manager Tim Sandvik, including becoming a commission, funding, and priorities. The committee agreed to vote on two or three actionable items at the December meeting and create a one-page goals document. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved October 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to vote on top priorities at December meeting
• Agreed to create a one-page goals document
• Identified organics recycling as a potential focus area

City Council

The City Council will consider the 2025 Levy and General Fund Budget. The body is also reviewing a subdivision plat and a sign violation appeal.

• 2025 Levy and General Fund Budget
• 3505 Bottineau Blvd Prelim Plat Lot Subdivision
• 4227 40th Ave N Sign Violation Appeal
• Limited Use Agreement - 3501 France Avenue North
• Quotes for Pickup and Equipment (Projects 8101, 8162) and Recreation Department Hybrid Vehicle (Project 8218)

The Council unanimously denied an appeal of a sign violation at 4227 40th Ave N, agreeing with staff and the City Attorney that the banner violates the City Code, and directed staff to consider future code updates. It also unanimously approved a preliminary plat lot subdivision for the Hy-Vee property at 3505 Bottineau Blvd. The 2025 levy and budget were discussed but not voted on; staff will present a proposed 8% final levy on December 3.

• Denied sign violation appeal at 4227 40th Ave N (unanimous)
• Directed staff to review City Code updates on banners (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat lot subdivision at 3505 Bottineau Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including quotes, licenses, and limited use agreement (unanimous)
• Awarded Certificate of Achievement to Terrance O'Brien (unanimous)
• Approved voucher disbursement requests (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the certified results of the November 5, 2024, State General Election. This is the only substantive item on the work session agenda, with no proposed ordinances or financial actions scheduled.

• Results of the November 5, 2024, State General Election

City Council Work Session

The Robbinsdale City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 budget, including enterprise and capital project funds, and review updates to the parks and facilities naming policy.

• Discussion of 2025 Budget Items
• Review of Enterprise and Capital Project Fund Budgets (2025-2034)
• Parks and Facilities Naming Policy Updates
• Staff Updates
• Council Updates

The City Council discussed the 2025 budget and agreed to aim for an 8% levy increase, down from the proposed 10%, with a special work session possible to refine details. They also reviewed enterprise fund rate adjustments and the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan, and discussed updates to the Parks and Facilities Naming Policy, including a resolution to rename Sanborn Park. No formal votes were taken; decisions are preliminary and will be finalized at the December 3 Council meeting.

• Agreed to target an 8% levy increase for 2025 (consensus)
• Agreed to consider deficit spending instead of reducing police officer positions (consensus)
• Discussed water rate increase of 7% for 2025 (proposed)
• Reviewed 10-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2034 (discussed)
• Discussed updating Parks and Facilities Naming Policy (discussed)
• Planned resolution to rename Sanborn Park for December meeting (planned)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will consider a redevelopment sketch plan for the 3900 block of W Broadway (Elim Lutheran site) and vote to enter closed session to discuss potential property purchase. Voucher requests for disbursement are also pending approval.

• Redevelopment sketch plan for 3900 block of W Broadway (Elim Lutheran)
• Closed session to discuss potential property purchase
• Voucher requests pending approval for disbursement
• Approve REDA meeting minutes of October 8, 2024

The EDA heard a presentation on a proposed 177-unit market-rate apartment development at the Elim Lutheran site on the 3900 block of West Broadway, with no formal action taken. The board also voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss the potential purchase of 3939 Quail Ave N, and approved the consent agenda and voucher requests.

• Approved consent agenda including October 8, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss potential purchase of 3939 Quail Ave N (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending disbursement (unanimous)

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council will consider several routine items, including approval of work session minutes and financial reports. They will set a date for an assessment hearing on the 41st Avenue Reconstruction project (Project 44123). The council will also conduct the first reading of an ordinance that updates Appendix B of the city fee schedule.

• Approve City Council Work Session meeting minutes from September 10, 2024
• Approve City Council Special Work Session meeting minutes from October 1, 2024
• Set date for assessment hearing on 41st Avenue Reconstruction between Railroad Ave and Regent Ave (Project 44123)
• 1st reading of ordinance adopting updates to Appendix B – fee schedule
• Approve licenses

The City Council approved a resolution scheduling a public hearing for special assessments on 41st Avenue reconstruction, set the canvassing board meeting for November 12, 2024, and held the first reading of an ordinance updating the city fee schedule. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution No. 8123 scheduling public hearing for 41st Avenue special assessments (unanimous)
• Set Canvassing Board meeting for November 12, 2024, at 6:45 p.m. (unanimous)
• Held first reading of ordinance updating Appendix B fee schedule (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including MNRPF grant acceptance (unanimous)
• Approved voucher disbursement report (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Robbinsdale Planning Commission will review the September 19, 2024 meeting minutes. Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plat for a lot subdivision at 3505 Bottineau Boulevard. The commission will also consider an appeal regarding a violation at 4227 40th Avenue North. Additional agenda items are procedural, including roll call and adjournment.

• Preliminary plat lot subdivision and public hearing for 3505 Bottineau Boulevard
• Violation appeal for 4227 40th Avenue North
• Consideration of September 19, 2024 Planning Commission minutes

Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission

The Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission will review meeting minutes, consider a grant application for a Resilience Hub at Sanborn Park, and discuss unofficial options for the Sanborn Playground.

• Review of September 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Grant application for a Resilience Hub at Sanborn Park
• Update on Parks and Facilities Naming Policy
• Discussion of Sanborn Playground unofficial options
• PMP Update

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will meet to review minutes from September 16, 2024. The primary focus of the meeting is a discussion regarding the committee's top three priorities.

• Discussion of Top 3 Priorities

The Committee identified transitioning to a commission, education and outreach, and green spaces as its top three priorities. Members discussed proposing commission status to the City Council in early 2025. Staff reported that free home energy audits will continue for residents in 2025.

• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Identified top three priorities: commission transition, education/outreach, and green spaces

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council will consider and vote on items on the consent agenda, including approval of meeting minutes and various grants. Public hearings will be held to adopt assessment rolls for unpaid administrative penalties, emergency water and sewer repairs, and delinquent utilities. The council will also address the suspension of the Parks and Facilities Naming Policy and other business items.

• Approve City Council meeting minutes from August 5, 2024 (Consent Agenda)
• Accept quote for replacement pickup truck and associated equipment – City Project 8163
• Public hearing and adoption of assessment roll for unpaid administrative penalties
• Public hearing and adoption of assessment roll for emergency water and sewer repairs
• Suspend Parks and Facilities Naming Policy (Old Business)

The City Council unanimously adopted the 2024 Position Classification and Compensation Study and directed the City Manager to implement it, using projected surplus funds. The Council also approved three assessment rolls for unpaid penalties, emergency water/sewer repairs, and delinquent utilities, and suspended the Parks and Facilities Naming Policy pending revision.

• Adopted 2024 Compensation Report and directed implementation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 8119 for unpaid administrative penalties assessment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 8120 for emergency water and sewer repairs assessment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 8121 for delinquent utilities assessment (unanimous)
• Suspended Parks and Facilities Naming Policy via Resolution 8122 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with items D, E, F, N pulled and passed individually (unanimous)
• Approved voucher disbursement requests (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The Robbinsdale City Council work session will discuss the Parks and Facilities Naming Proposal Form, Snow Emergency parking regulations, updates on organized collection Request for Proposals, and a presentation by the Robbinsdale Fire Relief Association. No formal decisions are indicated; the agenda items are for discussion and staff updates.

• Review Parks and Facilities Naming Proposal Form
• Snow Emergency - Parking Regulations
• Update on Organized Collection Request for Proposals (RFPs)
• Robbinsdale Fire Relief Association Presentation

The City Council work session was mostly discussion; no formal motions or votes were recorded. Staff proposed pausing the Parks Naming Policy to rewrite it after two Sanborn Park renaming submissions drew complaints about limited community engagement. Staff also sought permission to stop declaring snow emergencies and instead automatically enforce parking rules once 2+ inches of snow falls, and presented six bids for organized trash hauling. The Fire Relief Association asked to raise the firefighter retirement benefit from $11,500 to $15,000; staff did not support the full increase for 2025 and asked for revised figures at $12,000, $12,500, and $13,000.

• No formal motions or votes were recorded; items were discussed and staff sought direction
• Staff proposed pausing the Parks Naming Policy to rewrite it; Council members agreed with the concept
• Staff sought permission to stop declaring snow emergencies and automatically enforce parking rules at 2+ inches of snow
• Six bids received for organized trash hauling RFP; staff asked Council how to prioritize scoring criteria
• Fire Relief Association requested raising the retirement benefit from $11,500 to $15,000
• Staff did not support the full $15,000 benefit increase for 2025; asked for revised figures at $12,000, $12,500, and $13,000
• Council confirmed support to continue Yellow Ribbon efforts for veterans
• Staff will bring cannabis ordinance changes to Council in November and December

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will meet to approve meeting minutes and consider a preliminary development agreement for a project at 4205 W Broadway. The board will also review a sketch plan for 4000 W Broadway and discuss the Home Energy Squad Program.

• Approve REDA Meeting Minutes from September 10, 2024
• Review preliminary sketch plan for 4000 W Broadway
• Consider preliminary development agreement for 4205 W Broadway
• Discuss Home Energy Squad Program
• Approve pending voucher requests for disbursement

The Economic Development Authority approved a Preliminary Development Agreement with 4orty 2wo Development LLC, committing REDA not to sell 4205 West Broadway for 90 days to allow the developer time to assemble surrounding parcels. The board also approved the consent agenda and voucher requests. A preliminary sketch plan for 4000 W Broadway was discussed but no formal action was taken.

• Approved consent agenda including September 10, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Development Agreement with 4orty 2wo Development LLC for 4205 W Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests for disbursement (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss municipal consent regarding the Blue Line Light Rail. The meeting also includes updates from city staff and council members.

• Discussion of Blue Line Light Rail - Municipal Consent

The City Council held a work session to discuss whether to grant municipal consent for the Blue Line Light Rail project. No formal vote was taken; the council heard presentations from staff and project office representatives and debated the merits of consent versus withholding consent. The council is scheduled to vote on the matter at a future meeting, with the deadline constrained by state statute.

• No formal decision made on Blue Line municipal consent
• Discussed draft resolutions for consent and withholding consent
• Heard project office commitments on design safety, parking, and police substation
• Debated leverage of withholding consent versus granting consent

City Council

The City Council will discuss municipal consent for the Blue Line Extension Light Rail and hold a public hearing regarding an on-sale wine license for Taqueria El Parian. The meeting also includes presentations from Representative Omar and the Robbinsdale Area Schools Superintendent.

• Municipal consent for Blue Line Extension Light Rail
• Public hearing on on-sale wine license with Sunday sales for Taqueria El Parian
• Installation of an 8-foot-high fence at Police & Fire vehicle parking lot at 4101 Hubbard
• Robbinsdale Area Schools School Resource Officer Contract
• Appointment of Election Judges for the 2024 General Election

The City Council approved Resolution No. 8118 providing municipal consent for the Blue Line Light Rail Extension by a 3-2 vote, with Mayor Blonigan and members Parisian and Wagner in favor, and members Murphy and Greenberg opposed. The council also approved the on-sale wine license for Taqueria El Parian, a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and several consent agenda items. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 8118 providing municipal consent for Blue Line Light Rail Extension (3-2)
• Approved On-Sale Wine License with Sunday Sales and restaurant license for Taqueria El Parian (unanimous)
• Declared October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including election judges, fence installation, and SRO contract (unanimous)
• Approved voucher disbursement requests (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission

The Robbinsdale Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission will meet on September 24, 2024. Commissioners will review minutes from the August 27 meeting and discuss old‑business items, including a park renaming, the LVT Fitness Court, and feedback from a Sanborn Park meet‑and‑greet. No new‑business items are listed. Information‑only presentations will cover a Boo Bash event at Sanborn Park on October 4, 2024, and membership cards and rates for the Robbinsdale Community Gym and Fitness Center.

• Consideration of renaming a city park (Parks Renaming)
• Discussion of the LVT Fitness Court project
• Review of feedback from the Sanborn Park meet‑and‑greet
• Information‑only presentation of Boo Bash event at Sanborn Park on 10/4/24
• Information‑only presentation of membership cards and rates for Robbinsdale Community Gym and Fitness Center

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review and approve minutes from May 16, 2024. The primary action is a public hearing regarding an appeal of a city code violation.

• Public hearing for City Code Violation Appeal

General

The Sustainability Committee is meeting to conduct introductions and discuss committee logistics. The body will also review an overview of City sustainability initiatives.

• Committee logistics discussion
• Overview of City sustainability initiatives

The Sustainability Committee held its first meeting on September 18, 2024, with all members present. The committee reviewed logistics, heard an overview of city sustainability initiatives, and discussed ideas for expanding programs. No formal decisions were made; members were asked to prepare their top three priorities for the next meeting.

• No formal decisions made at this organizational meeting

City Council

The City Council will review the 2025 Proposed General Fund budget and proposed property tax levies for the General Fund, Debt Service, and HRA. The body will also consider applications to rename Sanborn Park and municipal consent for the Blue Line Extension Light Rail.

• Applications to rename Sanborn Park
• Municipal Consent for Blue Line Extension Light Rail
• Proposed 2025 General Fund and Debt Service Property Tax Levies
• Proposed 2025 HRA Property Tax Levy
• Scheduling the Truth-in-Taxation Budget Meeting

The City Council tabled a decision on municipal consent for the Blue Line Extension light rail project to allow for further discussion at a special work session. Additionally, the Council approved the proposed 2025 General Fund, debt service, and HRA property tax levies. A motion to rename Sanborn Park to Castile Park failed in a 2-3 vote.

• Tabled municipal consent for Blue Line Extension (5-0)
• Scheduled special work session for Blue Line Extension on Oct. 1 (5-0)
• Approved proposed 2025 General Fund and debt service tax levies (5-0)
• Approved proposed 2025 HRA property tax levy (5-0)
• Failed motion to rename Sanborn Park to Castile Park (2-3)
• Failed motion to rename Sanborn Park to Harriet Tubman Park (no second)
• Accepted Northwest Jaycee donation for Badges and Bobbers event (5-0)
• Scheduled special work session for CIP plan on Nov. 12 (5-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and consider entering a closed session to discuss the sale of real property. No public hearings or old business are scheduled.

• Approve minutes from August 14, 2024
• Consider closed session to discuss sale of real property
• Voucher requests pending approval for disbursement

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority approved the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes, held a closed session regarding the sale of real property at 4205 West Broadway, scheduled a special meeting for September 17, 2024, and approved voucher requests for disbursement.

• Approved REDA meeting minutes from August 14, 2024 (unanimous)
• Entered a closed session to discuss the sale of real property at 4205 West Broadway (unanimous)
• Scheduled a special meeting of the Economic Development Authority for September 17, 2024 at 6:45 PM (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending approval for disbursement for September 10, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The Robbinsdale City Council will hold a work session to review the 2025 preliminary budget, address a municipal consent for light rail transit (LRT), consider two parks and facilities naming proposals, and discuss a citizen advisory group on nuisance calls. The meeting also includes staff and council updates, including a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

• Discussion of 2025 Preliminary Budget
• LRT Municipal Consent review
• Two Parks and Facilities Naming Proposals
• Citizen Advisory Group on Nuisance Calls

The City Council discussed the Blue Line light rail municipal consent, with staff to prepare resolutions for a September 17 vote. Council members expressed varied concerns, including station location flexibility, noise, and public safety, and staff will incorporate these into 'whereas' clauses. The Council also agreed to set the 2025 preliminary budget at a 10% increase as a maximum, with a desire to lower it in December. No formal votes were taken at this work session.

• Agreed to set 2025 preliminary budget at 10% increase (maximum)
• Directed staff to prepare LRT municipal consent resolutions for Sept. 17 vote
• Agreed to include station location flexibility in LRT resolution
• Agreed to add noise concerns to LRT resolution or MOU
• Agreed to support Citizen Advisory Group on Nuisance Calls with minor language changes
• Confirmed support for Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to gather feedback on the Blue Line Light Rail Extension. The body will also schedule three public hearings for October 1, 2024, regarding assessment rolls for unpaid penalties, delinquent utilities, and emergency repairs.

• Public hearing on Blue Line Light Rail Extension
• Scheduling Oct 1 public hearing for Assessment Roll for Unpaid Administrative Penalties
• Scheduling Oct 1 public hearing for Assessment Roll for Delinquent Utilities
• Scheduling Oct 1 public hearing for Assessment Roll for Emergency Water, Sewer, and Sump Pump Repairs
• Consideration of Consumption and Display Permit for 4130 Lakeland

The Robbinsdale City Council voted unanimously to deny a Consumption and Display permit for Standpoint Events Center at 4130 Lakeland, citing state statute requirements and unresolved building concerns. The council also held a public hearing on the Blue Line Light Rail Extension, with a formal vote scheduled for September 17, 2024. Several routine items were approved on the consent agenda, including financial statements and public hearing schedules.

• Denied Consumption and Display permit for Standpoint Events Center (unanimous)
• Approved September 3, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A-I and K (unanimous)
• Approved UNCF Walk for Education (unanimous)
• Approved voucher disbursements (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Blue Line Light Rail Extension (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission

The commission will appoint Erin Sparks as the new commissioner. It will consider two park renaming proposals for Shoreline Park and Castile Park, and discuss the Hollingsworth Memorial. The meeting also reviews the Hennepin County Play Area Grant, updates on old business items such as the Spanjers Fence, Fitness Court at Lakeview Terrace, PMP update, and trail improvements, and receives a forestry report.

• Naming of new commissioner: Erin Sparks
• Park renaming submission: Shoreline Park
• Park renaming submission: Castile Park
• Hennepin County Play Area Grant
• Spanjers Fence

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council will hold a work session on August 21, 2024, at 6:00 PM at 4100 Lakeview Avenue North. The agenda lists a notice of quorum as the first item. The session is procedural in nature.

• Notice of quorum
• Work session at 4100 Lakeview Avenue North

City Council

The council will consider a contract to install a solar array at City Hall. A second reading of an ordinance amending the City Charter will be heard. Several items on the consent agenda, including minutes, credit card charges, a grant application, a purchasing authority amendment, and an audio‑visual equipment award, will be approved without debate. The council will also review a consumption and display permit for 4124‑4130 Lakeland and pending voucher requests.

• Approve City Council meeting minutes from June 18, 2024 (Consent Agenda)
• Approve ordinance amending Section 310 of the Robbinsdale City Code (City Manager's Purchasing Authority)
• Award bid for City Hall Audio Visual Equipment and Broadcast Systems – City Project 100422
• Second reading of an ordinance amending the City Charter (Public Hearing)
• Authorize contract for City Hall Solar Array (New Business)

The Robbinsdale City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 24-08 (Charter Amendment No. 42) amending sections 2.07, 3.06, 5.13, and 5.15 of the City Charter. The council also authorized the City Manager to enter into a professional services contract with TruNorth Solar, LLC for the City Hall solar array, with 90% of costs covered by grants and IRA reimbursements. A Consumption and Display permit for 4124-4130 Lakeland was tabled, with direction to draft a denial resolution and work with the applicant. The consent agenda, including minutes, licenses, and a bid award, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance No. 24-08, Charter Amendment No. 42 (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with TruNorth Solar, LLC for City Hall solar array (unanimous)
• Tabled Consumption and Display permit for 4124-4130 Lakeland (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, licenses, and AV bid award (unanimous)
• Approved voucher disbursement requests (unanimous)
• Administered Oath of Office to Ward 2 Council Member Jason Greenberg

City Council Work Session

The Canvass Board is meeting to address the results of the State Primary Election held on August 13, 2024.

• Results of the August 13, 2024, State Primary Election

The City Council, acting as the Canvassing Board, reviewed and unanimously approved the results of the August 13, 2024, State Primary Election, which included local races for Wards 1 and 2. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved results of Aug. 13, 2024, State Primary Election (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority (REDA) will hold a regular meeting at 4100 Lakeview Avenue North. The agenda consists entirely of procedural items, including a roll call, consent agenda for approving prior meeting minutes, and a voucher request for disbursement. No public hearings, old business, or new business items are listed.

• Approve REDA minutes from July 19, 2024
• Voucher requests pending approval for disbursement

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2025 budget and the city's assessment policy. Members will also review the LRT municipal consent process and a grant letter of support for charging and fueling infrastructure.

• 2025 Budget discussion
• Assessment Policy discussion
• LRT Municipal Consent Process
• Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant letter of support
• Community Garden concern

The City Council discussed the 2025 budget, including a proposed 12% General Fund Levy increase, and directed staff to prepare versions at 8% and 9.9% increases for the September work session. They also agreed on a 0% interest rate for the first year and 5% after 2025 for the 41st Avenue special assessments, and approved the assessment roll totals. No formal votes were taken; decisions were consensus-based.

• Agreed to 0% interest rate for 41st Ave assessments through 2025, 5% after (consensus)
• Approved assessment roll totals for 41st Ave project (consensus)
• Directed staff to prepare 2025 budget versions at 8% and 9.9% levy increases
• Agreed to keep Lowry Station in Robbinsdale (consensus)
• Agreed to keep downtown station south of 40th Avenue (consensus)
• Agreed to add right of first refusal for 3.1 acres to LRT considerations (consensus)
• Confirmed staff can execute letter of support for Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for a Street Reconstruction Plan and a preliminary bond sale. The body is also reviewing a fuel agreement with the City of Crystal and a grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.

• Resolution adopting Street Reconstruction Plan and authorizing preliminary Bond Sale
• Acceptance of Local Climate Action grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
• Fuel Agreement with City of Crystal, MN
• Quote for 2024 Bituminous Mill and Overlay Project - City Project 39824
• Joint Powers Agreement for Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission

The City Council adopted resolutions to proceed with a street reconstruction plan and authorize the sale of up to $3,620,000 in general obligation bonds. The council also accepted a climate action grant to study geothermal heating for a new public works facility, approved a fuel agreement with the City of Crystal, and made several appointments and approvals. Public comments on the Blue Line Light Rail Transit extension were heard, but no formal action was taken on that matter.

• Adopted Resolution No. 8111 for street reconstruction plan and preliminary bond approval (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 8112 authorizing $3,620,000 general obligation bonds, Series 2024A (unanimous)
• Accepted Local Climate Action Grant from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (unanimous)
• Approved fuel agreement with City of Crystal, MN (unanimous)
• Appointed Erin Sparks as Ward 2 Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commissioner (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with several items (unanimous)
• Scheduled Canvassing Board meeting for August 16, 2024 at noon (unanimous)
• Directed staff to create proclamation declaring Sipes Car Care Day (unanimous)

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council is meeting to conduct routine business, including consent agenda approvals, public hearings, and new business items. Key actions include a public hearing on a chicken permit at 4040 Regent Avenue North, a second reading of an ordinance amending city code related to Lower Twin Lake, and awarding bids for the 41st Avenue Reconstruction and Public Safety Building parking lot expansion. The meeting also includes presentations on GreenStep Cities and GreenCorps, and a possible closed session on real property purchase.

• Public hearing on chicken permit at 4040 Regent Avenue North
• Second reading of ordinance amending sections 120, 210, 815, 2040 of City Code relating to Lower Twin Lake
• Award bid for 41st Avenue Reconstruction between Railroad Avenue and Regent Avenue (Project 44123)
• Award bid for extended parking lot at Public Safety Building (Project 101324)
• Ordinance amendment to increase minimum setback for detached garages with metal roofs to five feet (second reading)

The City Council awarded construction bids for 41st Avenue reconstruction and a Public Safety Building parking lot expansion. The Council also approved a 5% salary increase for the Mayor and Council members effective January 1, 2025.

• Approved 41st Avenue reconstruction bid awarded to GMH Asphalt Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved Public Safety Building parking lot expansion bid awarded to New Look Contracting, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved 5% one-time salary increase for Mayor and Council members (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a police vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of an ordinance amending the City Charter (unanimous)
• Approved permit for four chickens at 4040 Regent Avenue North (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of ordinance relating to Lower Twin Lake (unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for organized refuse, recycling, yard waste, and organics collection (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to adopt a Capital Improvement Plan and authorize a preliminary bond sale. The meeting also includes the designation of a Ward 4 polling place location.

• Resolution adopting a Capital Improvement Plan and authorizing preliminary Bond Sale
• Ward 4 Polling Place Location Designation

The City Council adopted a Capital Improvement Plan and authorized a preliminary bond sale for two projects. The Council also approved a temporary change to the Ward 4 polling place for the August primary election.

• Approved Resolution Adopting a Capital Improvement Plan and Authorizing Preliminary Bond Sale (3-0)
• Approved Ward 4 Polling Place Location Designation for August primary (3-0)
• Decided to send an additional postcard to every residence in Ward 4 regarding polling place change

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review pending voucher requests for disbursement. The meeting also includes program updates regarding the Robbinsdale Home Energy Squad Audits and Home Improvement Grants.

• Voucher Requests Pending Approval for Disbursement
• Robbinsdale Home Energy Squad Audits and Home Improvement Grants updates

The Economic Development Authority approved the consent agenda and pending voucher requests. Staff provided midyear updates on home energy audits and home improvement grants as the city approaches budgeting season.

• Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved pending voucher requests for disbursement (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The Robbinsdale City Council will discuss updates to the 2025 budget and the employee handbook. Staff will also review the municipal consent timeline for the Blue Line light rail project, a Department of Energy grant application, a West Broadway jurisdictional transfer, and code enforcement. This work session is for discussion only and will not result in formal votes.

• 2025 Budget Updates
• Employee Handbook Updates
• Blue Line Light Rail municipal consent timeframe
• Department of Energy Communities Taking Charge Accelerator Grant letter of support
• West Broadway jurisdictional transfer

The City Council discussed the Blue Line Light Rail project and concluded that elevating the rail is a necessary condition for their consent. Council also directed staff to explore funding options for a $100,000 contribution to the Three Rivers outdoor classroom project.

• Determined rail elevation is required for municipal consent
• Directed staff to explore funding for $100,000 Three Rivers classroom contribution
• Supported proposed employee handbook updates
• Supported adding infrastructure and jurisdictional transfer recommendations to light rail considerations list
• Agreed to review City Charter amendments at the next meeting

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a new Sustainability Committee and two ordinance amendments. The meeting also includes the approval of various licenses, event requests, and mutual aid agreements.

• Adoption of a Sustainability Committee
• Ordinance amendment regarding Lower Twin Lake
• Ordinance amendment increasing minimum setback for detached garages with metal roofs to five feet
• Mutual Aid and Automatic Aid Agreements with Brooklyn Center Fire Department
• Pets Under Police Security (PUPS) Joint Powers Agreement

The Robbinsdale City Council unanimously approved the creation of a Sustainability Committee and advanced first readings for two ordinances related to Lower Twin Lake and detached garage setbacks. The council also approved consent agenda items, event requests for Whiz Bang Days, and voucher disbursements.

• Approved the June 18, 2024 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved the Consent agenda including meeting minutes, a water efficiency grant, and state performance measures (Unanimous)
• Approved a block party request for 4500 Ewing Ave. N. (Unanimous)
• Approved Whiz Bang Days Committee event requests (Unanimous)
• Approved the adoption of a Sustainability Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of an ordinance amending city code relating to Lower Twin Lake (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment increasing the minimum setback for detached garages with metal roofs to five feet (Unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending approval for disbursement (Unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The board will review the May 15, 2024, meeting minutes for approval. The agenda also includes pending voucher requests for disbursement.

• Approval of May 15, 2024, REDA minutes
• Pending voucher requests for disbursement

The Economic Development Authority approved the May 15 minutes and authorized pending voucher disbursements by unanimous vote. No new business or public hearings were held. Staff reported that development applications are expected soon and that reports on a home loan program and sustainability audits will be presented later this summer to inform the 2025 budget.

• Approved consent agenda including May 15 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests for disbursement (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:08 PM (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss sustainability and requests for proposals regarding organized collection. Staff updates include discussions on the 2025 calendar budget, potential county highway turn-backs, and problem properties.

• Sustainability Commission discussion
• Organized Collection Request for Proposals
• Potential County Highway Turn-back staff update
• 2025 Calendar Budget discussion
• Problem Properties staff update

The City Council agreed to create a Sustainability Committee composed of public members with no membership limit. Staff will also prepare a Request for Proposals for organized waste collection services by July.

• Approved establishment of a Sustainability Committee with no membership limit
• Directed staff to draft a waste collection RFP by July prioritizing price and customer service
• Agreed to maintain the same 2025 budget process as the previous year
• Supported the proposal to display a Minnesota flag

City Council

The City Council will review several administrative and financial items including the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. The agenda includes a reconsideration of road improvements on 41st Avenue and authorization for a water treatment plant solar array contract.

• Second reading of an Ordinance amending City Code Section 400, State Building Code
• Quotes for Sidewalk Replacement - Project No. 39924
• Reconsideration of Improvement of 41st Avenue between Railroad Avenue and Regent Avenue - Project No. 44123
• Authorization of contract for Water Treatment Plant Solar Array
• Joint Powers Agreement with Hennepin County for Assessment Services

The City Council unanimously approved the improvement of 41st Avenue between Railroad and Regent Avenue, reversing a previous decision to delay the project. They also authorized a contract for a solar array at the Water Treatment Plant and accepted the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Several residents spoke against the Blue Line light rail extension, prompting the scheduling of a special meeting for August 21 to gather community feedback on the project.

• Approved improvement of 41st Avenue (Project No. 44123) (4-0)
• Authorized contract for Water Treatment Plant Solar Array with iDEAL Energies, LLC (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (4-0)
• Approved Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (4-0)
• Authorized Joint Powers Agreement with Hennepin County for Assessment Services (4-0)
• Approved Wheels of Italy Event (4-0)
• Approved proclamations for Pride Month and Juneteenth Freedom Day (4-0)
• Scheduled special meetings for July 9 (bonding) and August 21 (light rail feedback) (4-0)

General

The Canvas Board will meet to review the results of the May 14, 2024, Ward 2 Special Primary Election. This meeting is scheduled for 6:30 PM at 4100 Lakeview Avenue North.

• Results of the May 14, 2024, Ward 2 Special Primary Election

The City Council, acting as the Canvassing Board, met to certify the results of the May 14, 2024, Ward 2 Special Primary Election. A motion to approve the election results was made by Member Wagner and seconded by Member Parisian. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved results of May 14, 2024, Ward 2 Special Primary Election (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several administrative items, including a new city website contract and a solar grant application. The agenda also includes a police officer swearing-in and the cancellation of the July 2, 2024, meeting.

• Submission of a Minnesota Department of Commerce Solar on Public Buildings Grant Application
• Contract with CivicPlus for new City Website
• Police Officer Swearing In
• University of Minnesota Climate Action Planning Student Presentation
• Cancellation of July 2, 2024, City Council Meeting

The City Council authorized a contract with CivicPlus for a new city website and approved applying for a state solar grant for public buildings. The council also swore in three new police officers and recognized the retirement of Rick Pearson.

• Approved submission of MN Dept of Commerce Solar on Public Buildings Grant Application (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with CivicPlus for new city website (unanimous)
• Authorized Limited Use Agreement for right-of-way decorative lighting (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing Rick Pearson's years of service (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests for disbursement (unanimous)
• Cancelled July 2, 2024, City Council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including April meeting minutes and licenses (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning text amendment. The proposed change involves Section 510.11 and requires increasing setback requirements for new metal roofed structures.

• Public hearing: Zoning Text Amendment to Section 510.11 (metal roof setbacks)

Economic Development Authority

The May 15, 2024, meeting of the Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority consists of procedural items only. There are no public hearings, old business, or new business items listed on the agenda.

• Approval of April 9, 2024, REDA minutes

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority approved its consent agenda, which included the minutes of the April 9, 2024 meeting, by a unanimous vote. No public hearings, old business, or new business items were on the agenda. Staff reported on exterior and interior work at Broadway Court, a severe weather awareness meeting held there by the Fire and Police Departments, a possible "no smoking clause" under consideration, and that the EDA-approved Home Improvement Loan Program is now operating.

• Approved consent agenda including April 9, 2024 REDA minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several municipal items. Discussion topics include the Light Rail Transit (LRT) municipal consent schedule, assessment policies, watershed management agreements, and a limited use agreement for Orchard Ave.

• Schedule for LRT Municipal Consent
• Assessment Policy Discussion
• Joint Powers Agreements: Basset Creek Watershed Mgmt Commission and Shingle Creek Watershed Mgmt Organization
• Limited Use Agreement - Orchard Ave

The Council agreed to hold an open house on August 21, 2024, to gather public feedback on the Blue Line Light Rail extension, with a municipal consent vote scheduled for September 17, 2024. They identified key conditions for consent, including rail elevation and anti-displacement policies. Regarding street projects, the Council supported ordering work on 41st Avenue while simultaneously reexamining the city's special assessment policy.

• Agreed to hold Light Rail open house on August 21, 2024
• Scheduled municipal consent vote for September 17, 2024
• Identified elevation and anti-displacement as key Light Rail conditions
• Supported ordering 41st Avenue work while reviewing assessment policy
• Concurred with striking compensation clauses from Bassett Creek JPA
• Agreed to skip July 2 meeting; meet July 16, 2024
• Expressed support for 25-mph speed limit reduction but not as top priority

City Council

The City Council will review financial statements, ordinances, and various city agreements. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding an assessment for a project on 41st Avenue.

• Second reading of Ordinance 24-03 Adopting the Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance
• Limited Use Agreement - 3918 Crystal Lake Boulevard
• Co-operative Agreement for the Sochacki Park Water Quality Improvement Project (BC-14)
• Public hearing for Project 44123 - 41st Avenue between Railroad Avenue and Regent Avenue
• First reading of an ordinance amending City Code Section 400.01, Subd. 2

The City Council voted 2-2 against a resolution to improve 41st Avenue between Railroad and Regent Avenues, citing resident objections to the high assessment costs and short payment timeline. The Council unanimously approved updates to the City Investment Policy and membership in the Hennepin County Fire Chiefs Association. A first reading of an ordinance amending City Code Section 400.01 was also approved.

• Resolution to improve 41st Avenue (Project 44123) rejected (2-2 vote)
• Assessment roll resolution for 41st Avenue not voted on
• City Investment Policy updated to clarify 15% investment limit (unanimous)
• Resolution No. 8100 approving Hennepin County Fire Chiefs Association membership adopted (unanimous)
• Proclamation of National Public Works Week approved (unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance amending City Code Section 400.01 approved (unanimous)
• Canvassing Board Meeting scheduled for May 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Voucher requests for disbursement approved (unanimous)

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council will consider a new parks naming policy and the submission of a local climate action grant application. The meeting also includes an annual parks presentation and the appointment of election judges for the Ward 2 Special Primary Election.

• Consideration of Parks Naming Policy
• Submission of Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Local Climate Action Grant Application
• Appointment of Election Judges for Ward 2 Special Primary Election
• Annual Parks Presentation
• Approval of licenses

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution to implement a formal policy for naming city parks. The Council also authorized the submission of a grant application for local climate action and approved pending voucher disbursements.

• Adopted Resolution No. 8099 implementing a Parks Naming Policy (Unanimous)
• Approved submission of a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Local Climate Action Grant Application (Unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending disbursement (Unanimous)
• Approved April 16, 2024 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including March 19 and April 9 work session minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution appointing Election Judges for the Ward 2 Special Primary Election (Unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss a lease located at 4165 Hubbard Ave. The meeting also includes the approval of disbursement requests and previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of lease at 4165 Hubbard Ave
• Approval of Disbursement Requests for period ending April 9, 2024
• Approval of March 12, 2024, meeting minutes

The Economic Development Authority approved a consent agenda including disbursement requests and prior meeting minutes. The board unanimously voted to enter a closed executive session to discuss a lease for the property at 4165 Hubbard Ave. Residents and members voiced concerns about the Blueline Project during public comment, but no official action was taken on that project.

• Approved consent agenda with disbursement requests and March 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered executive session to discuss lease at 4165 Hubbard Ave (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:38 pm (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss water meter capabilities and the parks naming policy. Staff updates include fuel purchasing agreements and upcoming city manager reviews.

• Discussion on Water Meter Capabilities
• Parks Naming Policy discussion
• Performance Measurement Program Annual Survey
• Fuel Purchasing Agreement staff update
• Crysal and Twin Lake Regulation enforcement discussion

The Council agreed to update city code to classify Lower Twin Lake as a no-wake lake at all times and shift enforcement to the Robbinsdale Police Department. Members also discussed updates to the parks naming policy and commission membership rules.

• Supported changing Lower Twin Lake to 'no wake' all the time and shifting enforcement to Robbinsdale Police
• Agreed to remove question #13 from the Performance Measurement Program annual survey
• Authorized staff to nominate a Ward 2 Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Commissioner
• Supported proposing City Code changes to limit commissioners to serving on one commission
• Agreed not to pursue real-time water consumption software due to cost and participation concerns

City Council

The City Council will consider the first reading of an ordinance for the Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes a feasibility report regarding the 2024 Street Improvement Program for 41st Avenue.

• First Reading of Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance
• 2024 Street Improvement Program Feasibility Report – 41st Avenue
• Resolution Amending the 2023 General Fund Budget
• Establishment of the 2025-2026 Budget Calendar
• Approval of 2024 Fiber Route

The City Council approved the first reading of the Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance and a feasibility report for street and infrastructure improvements on 41st Avenue. The Council also granted a THC sales license to Vapor Bunker and amended the 2023 General Fund Budget.

• Approved first reading of Crystal Airport Zoning Ordinance (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Street Improvement Program Feasibility Report for 41st Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved THC sales license for Vapor Bunker, subject to background investigation (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution Amending the 2023 General Fund Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved 2025-2026 Budget Calendar (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Fiber Route (Unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending disbursement (Unanimous)
• Approved April 2, 2024 meeting agenda (Unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The Robbinsdale City Council is holding a work session to discuss light rail considerations. The agenda also includes staff and council updates.

• Light Rail Considerations

The City Council held a work session discussion on light rail considerations, with staff seeking direction on route-specific items and general planning observations. Council members asked questions and offered feedback on topics including re-platting, controlled gates, elevated tracks, parking ramp capacity, bus routes, sidewalk and cycling connectivity, and tree and groundwater retention. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded in the minutes provided.

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including business licenses and professional services agreements. The agenda includes a presentation by Hennepin County District Court Chief Judge Kerry Meyer.

• License agreement with Birdhouse Restaurant
• Liquor license expansion for Wicked Wort
• Professional Services Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc
• Farmers Market Memorandum of Understanding
• DNR No Child Left Inside Grant Acceptance

The Robbinsdale City Council approved a professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. to create a Parks Master Plan intended to guide the city for the next ten years. The council also authorized the city manager to execute a license agreement with Birdhouse Restaurant and approved expanding Wicked Wort's liquor license into the former Bean There Coffee space. It agreed to send a letter of support for HF 4182, the Equal Broadband Act, and approved the consent agenda and voucher disbursements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for a Parks Master Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute license agreement with Birdhouse Restaurant (unanimous)
• Approved Wicked Wort liquor license expansion into former Bean There Coffee space (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for HF 4182 - Equal Broadband Act, with mayor to craft letter (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including February 6 minutes, Farmers Market MOU, and labor agreement authorization (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending disbursement (unanimous)
• Approved March 19 meeting agenda with added voucher report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 p.m. (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will consider authorizing the Executive Director to negotiate and execute a rental lease for 4161 41 ½ Ave N. The board will also review disbursement requests and insurance renewal matters.

• Negotiation of rental lease for 4161 41 ½ Ave N
• Disbursement requests ending February 15, 2024
• Disbursement requests ending March 12, 2024
• Insurance renewal regarding statutory tort liability limits

The Economic Development Authority approved a 12-month rental lease extension for a property at 4161 41 1/2 Ave N. The board also authorized the 2024-2025 insurance renewal without waiving municipal tort liability limits.

• Approved disbursement requests for periods ending Feb 15 and March 12, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved Feb 13, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate and execute rental lease for 4161 41 1/2 Ave N (Unanimous)
• Directed Executive Director to execute 2024-2025 insurance renewal without waiving tort liability limits or purchasing extra coverage (Unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the Human Rights Commission's parks naming policy and a nuisance code review. Staff updates include information on water efficiency grants, legislative updates, and Hollingsworth Park donations.

• Human Rights Commission: Parks Naming Policy
• Human Rights Commission: Nuisance Code review
• Metropolitan Council Water Efficiency Grant Program update
• Hollingsworth Park donation update
• City Hall drapery update

The City Council voiced support for staff to apply for the Metropolitan Council Water Efficiency Grant Program and to renegotiate plantings at Hollingsworth Park. Council and the Human Rights Commission discussed a draft Parks Naming Policy and a proposed nuisance code review committee.

• Supported staff application for Metropolitan Council Water Efficiency Grant Program
• Supported staff renegotiation with Donato family regarding Hollingsworth Park plantings
• Supported HRC providing recommendations for a nuisance code review committee
• Voiced support for proposed Shelley Day event on May 3

City Council

The City Council will conduct second readings of ordinances regarding zoning updates and housing disclosure repeals. The Council will also review an audit of the body worn camera system and establish 2024 goals.

• Second reading of ordinance amending zoning for conditional uses and TOD overlay district
• Second reading of ordinance repealing Point of Sale Housing Disclosure
• Review of Body Worn Camera System Audit
• Establishment of 2024 City Council Goals

The City Council adopted its 2024 goals and approved the 2023 Body Worn Camera System Audit for the police department. The council also approved several ordinances and scheduled a special work session to discuss Light Rail Transit updates.

• Adopted 2024 City Council Goals (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Body Worn Camera System Audit (unanimous)
• Scheduled Special Work Session for March 19, 2024, at 6 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 24-01 regarding mixed-use redevelopment and TOD overlay (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 24-02 repealing point of sale housing disclosure (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of soda ash for water treatment (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests for disbursement (unanimous)
• Tabled February 6, 2024, meeting minutes until March 19 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to conduct city business including the approval of licenses and work session minutes. The agenda includes discussions on city investment strategies and seed grant funds from the University of Minnesota.

• Approval of February 12 and February 13, 2024 work session minutes
• Authorization of City Manager to execute Organized Labor Agreement
• Application for National Park Service Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program
• Acceptance of Seed Grant Funds from the University of Minnesota
• Consideration of City Investment Strategies

The City Council approved Resolution No. 8094 to implement additional long-term equity investment authority via the Minnesota State Board of Investments. The Council also accepted seed grant funds from the University of Minnesota for home energy audits.

• Approved Resolution No. 8094 for additional long-term equity investment authority (unanimous)
• Accepted seed grant funds from the University of Minnesota for home energy audits (unanimous)
• Approved City Council special work session minutes from February 12, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved City Council work session minutes from February 13, 2024 (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Organized Labor Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to apply for National Park Service Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending disbursement (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The board will review the January 9, 2024, meeting minutes as part of a consent agenda. The meeting also includes an information-only item regarding current leases hosted by REDA.

• Approval of January 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Information on current REDA hosted leases

The board approved the minutes from the January 9, 2024, regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved January 9, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss city investment strategies and the Parks Master Plan Request for Proposals. Discussion also includes concept plans for 4500 West Broadway and Metropolitan Council growth projections for 2050.

• City Investment Strategies discussion
• Parks Master Plan Request for Proposals
• Concept Plans for 4500 West Broadway
• Metropolitan Council Growth Projections for 2050

This was a work session with no formal votes or approvals. Staff presented options for new state investment strategies, the Parks Master Plan request for proposals, and concept plans for 4500 West Broadway. Council members offered feedback and support for these initiatives but did not adopt any resolutions or change zoning.

• Discussed city investment strategies; staff to prepare resolution for future meeting
• Reviewed Parks Master Plan RFP; budgeted $30,000-$40,000 for process
• Discussed concept plans for 4500 West Broadway; no zoning change approved
• Reviewed Metropolitan Council 2050 growth projections; no action taken
• Staff updates provided on parking, historic designation, and labor agreements

General

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss goals for the 2024 calendar year. The agenda also includes staff and council updates.

• 2024 City Council goal setting

The City Council met for a work session to discuss goals for 2024. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Limited Community, Highway Commercial, and TOD overlay districts. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a Point-of-Sale Inspection Program and the acceptance of water efficiency grant funds.

• First reading of ordinance amending Limited Community, Highway Commercial, and TOD overlay districts
• Point-of-Sale Inspection Program
• Acceptance of Water Efficiency Grant Funds from the Metropolitan Council
• Black History Month Proclamation presentation
• Appointment of Human Rights Commissioner

The council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 24-01, amending three zoning sections tied to housing near the planned County Road 81 light-rail station. It also voted to suspend enforcement of the Point-of-Sale Inspection Program and approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 24-02 to repeal the point-of-sale housing disclosure code. In appointments, Courtney Kirkeeng was named to the Human Rights Commission and Carl Monson to the Senior Commission, both unanimously. The council also approved a Black History Month proclamation and voucher disbursements.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 24-01 amending Sections 520.03, 520.05, and 530.09 (unanimous)
• Suspended enforcement of the Point-of-Sale Inspection Program (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 24-02 repealing Section 435 point-of-sale housing disclosure (unanimous)
• Appointed Courtney Kirkeeng to the Human Rights Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Carl Monson to the Senior Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Black History Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, with items K and N removed for separate votes (unanimous)
• Approved voucher requests pending disbursement (unanimous)

General

The Robbinsdale City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Point of Sale Inspection Program. The agenda also includes staff and council updates.

• Point of Sale Inspection Program discussion

The City Council held a work session to discuss the potential removal of the city's point of sale inspection program, which has been active since 2009. Council members expressed support for staff's recommendation to remove the program. No formal votes were taken during this work session.

• Discussed removal of point of sale inspection program (no vote taken)
• Reviewed staff recommendation to eliminate inspection requirements (no vote taken)

City Council

The City Council will review the consent agenda and address new business items. Discussion includes a pay equity report submission and a review of the body worn camera system audit.

• Renewal of Workers’ Compensation Insurance for 2024
• Quote for replacement of Snow Blower - City Project 8189
• Resolution for Department of Natural Resources: Outdoor Recreation Grant Application
• Agreement with Home Free Domestic Assault Intervention Project
• Approval of Pay Equity Report Submission

The City Council approved the submission of the triennial Pay Equity Report and reviewed a bi-annual audit of the Police Department's body-worn camera system. The council also approved several consent items, including insurance renewals and a grant application.

• Approved Pay Equity Report Submission (unanimous)
• Approved Council Review of Body Worn Camera System Audit (unanimous)
• Approved Termination and Release of Easement (unanimous)
• Accepted Minnesota Hockey skate donation (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Workers’ Compensation Insurance for 2024 (unanimous)
• Accepted quote for replacement of snow blower - City Project 8189 (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Home Free Domestic Assault Intervention Project (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Requests Pending Approval for Disbursement (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority meeting consists of annual administrative procedures, including the election of officers and the designation of an official newspaper. The board will also address consent agenda items regarding depositories and interfund loans for future TIF districts.

• Election of REDA officers
• Designation of official newspaper
• Designation of REDA depositories
• Interfund loan for future anticipated TIF districts
• Information on TIF districts

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority approved new officer designations and selected the Crystal/Robbinsdale Sunpost as its official newspaper. The board also established its 2024 meeting schedule and approved several consent agenda items.

• Approved Designation of Depositories for REDA (3-0)
• Approved Interfund Loan for Future Anticipated TIF Districts (3-0)
• Approved December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved leadership changes: Wagner as President, Murphy as Vice President/Assistant Treasurer, Parisian as President Pro-tem/Secretary, and Blonigan as Treasurer (3-0)
• Designated Crystal/Robbinsdale Sunpost as official newspaper (3-0)
• Approved 2024 meeting dates (3-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Blue Line Light Rail Extension. The meeting includes staff and council updates.

• Blue Line Light Rail Extension discussion

The City Council held a work session to review proposed station area plans and corridor designs for the Blue Line Light Rail Extension. No formal votes or decisions were made during the session.

City Council

The City Council will review the consent agenda and conduct a public hearing regarding liquor licenses. The meeting includes discussions on city appointments, policies, and administrative matters.

• Public hearing for Johnnie Mae’s Lounge on-sale intoxicating liquor with Sunday sales and 2 am closing
• Approval of 2024 On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Renewal for Wicked Wort Brewing Company
• Review of City's Social Media Policy
• Designation of Depositories for City Funds in 2024
• Affirmation of Fair Housing Policy

The City Council approved several liquor and entertainment licenses for Johnnie Mae’s Lounge following a public hearing. The council also scheduled two special work sessions and approved the consent agenda.

• Approved On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor with Sunday Sales and 2 am closing, Restaurant and Entertainment licenses for Johnnie Mae’s Lounge (unanimous)
• Scheduled Special Work Sessions for January 16, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. and February 12, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including 2024 meeting dates and liquor license renewal for Wicked Wort Brewing Company (unanimous)
• Approved Voucher Requests Pending Approval for Disbursement (unanimous)