Rockville public meetings in 2021
40 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council
The regular council meeting scheduled for December 29, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2022 tax levy and annual budget. The body is also considering a street bond issuance and employee cost-of-living adjustments.
- Resolution 2021-63: Adopting the 2022 Tax Levy and 2022 Annual Budget
- Resolution 2021-62: Issue, Sale, Delivery of 2021A Series Street Bond
- Setting 2022 Employee COLA
- Resolution 2021-64: Realtor Services Renewal Agreement
- Resolution 2021-61: Street Project Pay Request No. 2 for Knife River
Planning Commission
The Planning/Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2021, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.
Council
The City Council will hold a workshop regarding a wetland issue before convening to decide on several resolutions and permits. The body is also reviewing street project payments and tax roll certifications for 2022.
- Acceptance of a $500.00 donation from Luxemburg Lions Club for the Fire Department
- Payment request for Knife River regarding the 2021-2022 Street Project
- Rezoning application for Kathleen Syverson
- Resolution to designate City Hall as the 2022 polling place
- Approval of a gambling permit for Grand Lake Grill
Planning Commission
The Planning/Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 2, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for December 7, 2021.
Council
The City Council is authorizing the competitive negotiated sale of $2,755,000 in General Obligation Street Reconstruction Bonds, Series 2021A. These funds will finance the 2021-22 Street Improvement Projects as part of the City’s Street Reconstruction Plan 2021–2025.
- Resolution 2021-46: Authorization of $2,755,000 G.O. Street Reconstruction Bonds
- Resolution 2021-47: Establishing procedures for bond reimbursement
- Criminal Prosecution Agreement/Contract
- Itron FCS Software Upgrade
- SRWD Agreement and wetland/street project updates
Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss amending the current city fees and charges schedule. The body is also deciding on a policing agreement with the Stearns County Sheriff and accepting local donations.
- Public hearing on amending the City Fees and Charges Schedule
- Approval of 2022 Stearns County Sheriffs Policing Agreement
- Resolution 2021-45 to accept donations from Rockville Lions ($200) and Wenner Gas ($925)
- Workshop discussion on rezone and preliminary plat for Kathleen Syverson
- Approval of September 2021 bills, including $11,866.25 to Stearns Co Sheriffs Dept
Planning Commission
The October 5, 2021, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.
Council
The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2022 tax levy and the City Administrator's contract renewal. The meeting includes several zoning and platting resolutions and the awarding of a bid for the 2021-2022 street project.
- Resolution adopting Preliminary 2022 Tax Levy
- Awarding of bid for 2021-2022 Street Project
- Kathleen Syverson Rezone A-40 to RR
- Rockville Dream Acres Preliminary Plat
- Laudenbach Setback Variance and Vacation of Firehall Drive
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a request to rezone 80 acres for rural residential development. The body will also consider a street setback variance and the vacation of Firehall Drive.
- Application by Kathleen Syverson to rezone A-40 to RR and approve plats for Rockville Dream Acres (80 +/- acres into 8 parcels)
- Public hearing for a 21-to-25-foot street setback variance for Laudenbach
- Public hearing for the vacation of Firehall Drive
- Review of August 2021 building permits
Council
The regular council meeting scheduled for August 25, 2021, was cancelled.
Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss budget planning for 2021 and 2022. The agenda includes discussions on public works, street projects, and specific property developments.
- 2021 and 2022 Budget
- New Public Works Building
- 2021 Gravel Road Project
- 2021-2022 Street Project
- Brentwood Hills Development and Estate Property Sale
Planning Commission
The commission is reviewing a preliminary and final plat for the Brentwood Hills 2nd Addition to subdivide approximately 57.09 acres for residential use. This item includes a public hearing held jointly with the City Council. The proposal is contingent upon several engineering requirements regarding water, drainage, and street naming.
- Brentwood Hills 2nd Addition: Preliminary and Final Plat for 57.09 acres of residential development
- Capital Enterprises Black Dirt Mining: Approved variance and interim use permit for 25361 County Road 138
- $5,000.00 letter of credit or performance bond required for Capital Enterprises mining operation
- Review of July 2021 building permits
Council
The City Council will review bids for a new Public Works building and discuss the 2022 budget and ARPA grants. The meeting includes a joint session with the Planning Commission to address plat resolutions and street project plans.
- Review of bids for New Public Works Building
- Preliminary and Final Plats for Brentwood 2nd Addition (Resolutions 2021-35, 2021-36)
- Authorized plans and specs for 2021-2022 Street Project (Resolution 2021-37)
- Acceptance of July 2021 donations totaling $250.00 for the Fire Department
- Discussion on 25814 Lake Road Property
RTUB Committee
The Roads-Trail-Utility Committee is meeting to discuss the Pavement Management Plan and road utility standards. The committee will provide recommendations to the City Council regarding roads for the 2021-2022 period.
- Pavement Management Plan
- Road recommendations for 2021-2022
- Road Utility Standards
Council
The City Council will address several items regarding the Stickney Hill Dairy SIU permit. Discussion includes billing, fees, penalties, and potential actions regarding meters or the trapezoidal flume.
- Stickney Hill Dairy SIU permit review
- Discussion of billing, fees, and penalties
Council
The regular council meeting scheduled for July 28, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss city fees, park policies, and a new public works building. The body is deciding on several membership dues and agreements, including a conditional use permit for Capital Enterprises Mining.
- Approval of a chain-link fence at Rockville Community Ballfield not to exceed $12,000.00
- Conditional Use Permit for Capital Enterprises Mining
- Review of the 2021 City Fee Schedule for licenses, permits, and services
- Membership dues for Initiative Foundation (IF) and Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC)
- Highway 23 Coalition Membership
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a variance and Interim Use Permit for Capital Enterprises to extract and process black dirt. The body will also review building permits from June 2021.
- Public hearing for Capital Enterprises black dirt mining variance and Interim Use Permit at 25361 County Road 138
- Proposed $5,000 letter of credit or performance bond for the mining permit
- Review of June 2021 building permits
Council
The regular council meeting scheduled for June 30, 2021, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.
Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding GO PIR Bonds 2021 and consider adopting a street reconstruction plan. The meeting also includes a workshop session to discuss a new public works building.
- Public hearing for GO PIR Bonds 2021 and Resolution 2021-30 for Street Reconstruction Plan
- Resolution 2021-29 to accept the Year End 2020 Audit Report
- Resolution 2021-XX regarding Eikmeier Solar Garden CUP Findings of Fact
- Resolution 2021-31 for Harold Molitor Qualified Minor Subdivision
- Discussion of temporary outdoor storage for Automotive Parts Solution/JAGG Properties
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a Conditional Use Permit for the Eikmeier Solar Garden following a previous denial. The body will also consider a minor subdivision and temporary outdoor storage for Automotive Parts Solution APS / JAGG Properties LLC.
- Eikmeier Solar Garden Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
- Qualified Minor Subdivision for Harold Molitor
- Temporary Outdoor Storage for Automotive Parts Solution APS / JAGG Properties LLC
- Review of May 2021 building permits
- Discussion on impervious surface
Council
The City Council is reviewing a five-year Street Reconstruction Plan covering 2021 through 2025. The proposed plan includes full reclamation, street overlays, and seal coating for various local roads.
- Proposed $4,910,000 Street Reconstruction Plan (2021-2025)
- Street reconstruction including 220th Street, 263rd Street, and Agate Beach Road
- Street overlay projects for locations including 1st Street West and Birch Street
- Seal coating/crack filling for 210th Street and Grand Lake Road
- Gravel road maintenance bids for 131st Ave, 250th St, Havenwood Rd, and Rausch Lake Rd
Council
The City Council will review the 2021-2022 street project scope and discuss a rezoning request for Rockville Crossing Second Addition. The body is also considering the repeal of a previous action regarding a new Public Works building.
- Rezoning of Rockville Crossing Second Addition from A-40 to I-1
- Conditional Use Permit for Eikmeier Solar Garden
- 2021 Street Project scope including Lake Road storm water and Pleasant Road water extension
- Repeal of April 28, 2021 action regarding the New Public Works Building
- Annual liquor license renewals
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a conditional use permit for a solar garden and a rezoning application for Rockville Crossing 2nd Addition. The body will also review building permits from February through April 2021.
- Public hearing for Eikmeier Solar Garden CUP to construct a 1MW, 10-acre solar garden at 24992 Halfman Road
- Public hearing for rezoning application for Rockville Crossing 2nd Addition Eichi/SPS
- Proposed $150,000 surety bond and $25,000 maintenance escrow for the Eikmeier solar project
- Review of building permits for February, March, and April 2021
Council
The City Council will discuss the potential sale of the Brentwood Second Addition (former ARCON property). The body is also reviewing a development agreement with Eichi, Inc. for the Rockville Crossing Second Addition.
- Purchase Agreement for Brentwood Second Addition (former ARCON property)
- Developers Agreement with Eichi, Inc. for Rockville Crossing Second Addition
- Resolution 2021-23 regarding Prosecution Services
- Discussion of a new Public Works Building
- Cash deposit of $25,000.00 from Developer to secure City costs
Council
The City Council and Planning Commission are meeting to review a final plat for a 7.25-acre commercial development. The Council will also consider a road certificate and developers agreement for the project. Additionally, the Council will hold a closed session to discuss the potential sale of the former ARCON property.
- Final Plat for Rockville Crossing Second Addition (7.25 +/- acres)
- Rockville Crossing Second Addition Road Certificate
- Rockville Crossing Second Addition Developers Agreement
- Closed session regarding the potential sale of Brentwood Addition 2 (former ARCON property)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission and City Council will review a final plat for Eichi Inc.'s Rockville Crossing Second Addition. The council will also hold a closed meeting to discuss the potential sale of City property known as Brentwood Addition 2.
- Final Plat for Rockville Crossing Second Addition (7.25 +/- acres)
- Rezoning of portion of plat from Ag-40 to I-1
- Closed meeting regarding potential sale of Brentwood Addition 2 property
- Commercial development at State Highway 23 and Interstate 94
Council
The Council will discuss street development standards and potential city property sales. The agenda includes the acceptance of March 2021 donations and various administrative approvals.
- Resolution 2021-21: Acceptance of $4,275.00 donation from Rockville Lions Club for Fire Department Equipment
- Closed meeting regarding potential sale of Brentwood Addition 2 (former ARCON property)
- Workshop discussion on Street Development/Construction/Design Standards
- Workshop discussion on Caroline Lane/Soccer Fence and Stickney
- Action item regarding City of Cold Spring invoice
Planning Commission
The Planning/Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for April 6, 2021, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.
Council
The Rockville City Council will review and potentially accept or reject bids for a new Public Works building. The body will also discuss infrastructure extensions and street maintenance projects.
- Review and decision on bids for New Public Works Building
- Water and sewer extension for Eichi Development
- Crack fill and seal coat project for 260th Street shared with St Joseph Township
- Review of Brentwood 2nd Addition Concept Plan
- AT&T contract renewal discussion
Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a new Public Works building and review development agreements for Loves and Harstad. The body will also decide on February 2021 bills and donations.
- Workshop discussion on new PW Building
- Review of Loves Development Agreement
- Review of Harstad Development Storm Water Management Plan
- Resolution 2021-19 to accept $200.00 donation for Rockville Fire Department
- Closed session to discuss active and pending litigation
Planning Commission
The Planning/Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for March 2, 2021, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.
Council
The City Council will review a 10-year fire protection contract with Maine Prairie Township. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding Eichi Development's tax abatement and business subsidy agreement.
- Maine Prairie Township 10-year fire protection contract ($25,750 for Year 1)
- Eichi Development Tax Abatement (Resolution 2021-16) public hearing
- Eichi Development Business Subsidy Agreement (Resolution 2021-17) public hearing
- Roads, Trail, Utility Committee pavement management and road recommendations
- Ordinance 2021-11 City Fee Schedule
RTUB Committee
The Roads-Trail-Utility Committee is meeting to discuss the Pavement Management Plan and road utility standards. The committee will determine recommendations for 2021 road work to be sent to the City Council.
- Pavement Management Plan
- Recommendations to Council for 2021 roads
- Road Utility Standards
- Discussion of double chip road seal pros and cons
Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance 2021-113 to update the city fee schedule. The meeting also includes decisions on land rezoning, development agreements, and a fire contract with Maine Prairie Township.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2021-113 City Fee Schedule
- Resolution 2021-12 to rezone A-40 to I-1 for Custom Properties/Jeff Reiter
- Resolution 2021-13 for Eichi Rockville Crossing Final Plat
- 2021 Fire Contract with Maine Prairie Township
- Developer agreements for Eichi and Loves
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a request by Jeff Reiter of Custom Properties to rezone 16 acres on the north side of 230th Street from Ag-40 to I-1 Light Industrial. This change would allow for the construction and operation of a mini storage facility.
- Public hearing for Custom Properties/Jeff Reiter rezoning application from Ag-40 to I-1
- Final Plat for Eichi Development/Rockville Crossing
- Concept Plan for Monarch Dome Homes Regenerative Ranch Inns
- Review of building permits for December 2020 and January 2021
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
Council
The City Council is initiating the process to provide financial incentives for a new commercial travel center development by EICHI, Inc. The body scheduled two public hearings for February 22, 2021, to discuss a property tax abatement and a business subsidy.
- Resolution 2021-07: Proposed property tax abatement not to exceed $300,000 over 15 years for Lot 1, Block 1, Rockville Crossing
- Resolution 2021-08: Proposed business subsidy to EICHI, Inc. in excess of $150,000
- Public hearings scheduled for February 22, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. at Rockville City Hall
Council
The City Council will meet to discuss city fees, land sales, and various development projects. The body is deciding on a rezoning request for Clarence Bloch and the appointment of the Planning Commission.
- Ordinance 2021-112: Rezone Clarence Bloch property to R-1
- Resolution 2021-01: Acceptance of $500.00 donation from Coldspring for the Fire Department
- Resolution 2021-02: Appointment/Reappointment of Planning Commission
- Resolution 2021-03: Approval of new probationary firefighter
- Workshop discussion on city land for sale near Brentwood
Planning Commission
The January 5, 2021, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for February 2, 2021.