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202531 housing units ($5.0M)
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Mon Aug 3, 2026
August 3, 2026 City Council Special Meeting
Montrose City Council to discuss Clementa Avenue maintenance
The City Council will hold a special meeting to address personnel items and the maintenance of Clementa Avenue.
- Clementa Avenue Maintenance
- Personnel Items
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NOTICE OF
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, August 3, 2026
5:00 PM
Montrose City Hall
311 Buffalo Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
Special City Council Agenda:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Personnel Items
Clementa Avenue Maintenance
Adjournment
Recent meetings
Mon Jul 13, 2026
July 13, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting
City Council awards contract for Clementa Avenue Improvement Project
The council will vote on Resolution 2026-35 to award the bid and contract for the Clementa Avenue Improvement Project. A closed‑session meeting will discuss purchasing easements for the same project on five listed parcels. Additional items include an amendment to nuisance parking ordinance, a temporary one‑day liquor license for Jacque B’s Kitchen & Cocktails at an 8‑1‑2026 event, and a memorandum of understanding on election resources.
- Resolution 2026-35 – awarding Clementa Avenue Improvement Project bid and contract
- Closed session purchase of easements for Clementa Avenue Project on parcels PID 211-000-274400, 112-047-001210, 112-500-341300, 211-000-341100, 211-000-341102
- Ordinance 2026-05 – amendment to Section 92.06 on nuisance parking and storage
- Temporary 1‑day on‑sale liquor license for Jacque B’s Kitchen & Cocktails at Pork Chop Dinner and Music in the Park on 8‑1‑2026
- Memorandum of Understanding – allocation of voting operations, technology, and election resources account
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, July 13, 2026
7:00 P.M.
The C
ity of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with affordable
housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees provide high quality public
services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our city remains strong and prosperous, both
now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships to promote economic development and local jobs; to
thoughtfully address community needs and plan for growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical
leadership that is responsive and accountable to our citizens.
Montros
e Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CALL TO
ORDER
2. ROLL CAL
L
3. PLEDGE O
F ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROV
AL OF AGENDA
5. APPROV
AL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minute
s
1. June 3, 2026 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M. Leistiko
2. June 8, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M. Leistiko
B. Accounts Payable
1. Accounts Payable Summary – Prepared by J. Heinz
2. June 29, 2026 Accounts Payable Report - Prepared by J. Heinz
3. July 13, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
C. Monthly U
tility Adjustments for June 2026
D. Renta
l License Policy – Amendment
E. Ordina
nce 2026-05 – Amending Section 92.06 of the Montrose City Code Regarding Nuisance Parking
and Storage
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F. Resolution 2026
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Wed Jul 8, 2026
July 8, 2026 Special Council Meeting
Coalition of MN Greater MN Cities will be addressed at special council meeting
The Montrose City Council will hold a special meeting on July 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM in City Hall. The agenda lists standard procedural items—call to order, roll call, and adjournment—along with a segment for the Coalition of MN Greater MN Cities and personnel items. No specific decisions or votes are indicated in the agenda.
- Coalition of MN Greater MN Cities segment
- Personnel items discussion
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Adjournment
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NOTICE OF
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
5:00 PM
Montrose City Hall
311 Buffalo Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
Special City Council Agenda:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Coalition of MN Greater MN Cities
Personnel Items
Adjournment
Mon Jun 8, 2026
June 8, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting
Montrose City Council to consider rental and gambling code amendments
The City Council will discuss updates to city codes regarding rental properties and lawful gambling. The body will also review a purchase for a service crane truck and an artificial intelligence policy.
- Ordinance 2026-03: Amending City Code relating to Rental Property
- Ordinance 2026-04: Amending City Code relating to Lawful Gambling
- Resolution 2026-30: Purchase of a 2021 Ford F-550 Service Crane Truck
- Ordinance 2026-02: Amending Spending Authority
- Resolution 2026-31: Administration of the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, June 8, 2026
7:00 P.M.
T
he City of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with affordable
housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees provide high quality public
services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our city remains strong and prosperous, both
now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships to promote economic development and local jobs; to
thoughtfully address community needs and plan for growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical
leadership that is responsive and accountable to our citizens.
M
ontrose Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CAL
L TO ORDER
2. RO
LL CALL
3. P
LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. AP
PROVAL OF AGENDA
5. AP
PROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. M
inutes
1. M
ay 13, 2026 City Council and Planning and Zoning Workshop Meeting Minutes – Prepared by
M. L
eistiko
2. M
ay 18, 2026 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M. Leistiko
3. M
ay 18, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M. Leistiko
B. Accounts Payable
1. Accounts Payable Summary – Prepared by J. Heinz
2. M
ay 15, 2026 Accounts Payable Report - Prepared by J. Heinz
3. May 29, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
4. J
une 8, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
C. M
onthly Utility Adjustments for May 2026
D
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
June 3, 2026 Special City Council Meeting
Montrose council to discuss AutoCross Community Center concept
The Montrose City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the AutoCross Concept Community Center. The session is scheduled for 5:30 PM on June 3, 2026, at the Montrose Community Center.
- Discussion of AutoCross Concept Community Center
- Meeting at Montrose Community Center (200 Center Avenue South)
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NOTICE OF
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
5:30 PM
Montrose Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
Special City Council Agenda:
Call to Order
Roll Call
AutoCross Concept Community Center Discussion
Adjournment
Mon Apr 20, 2026
April 20, 2026 City Council Workshop
Montrose City Council to discuss rental licensing and spending authority
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several business items. The meeting includes reviews of rental property licensing, charitable gambling, and spending authority.
- Wright County Health & Human Services
- Rental Property Licensing
- Charitable Gambling
- Spending Authority
- Casey’s Update
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
Monday, April 20, 2026
3:30 pm p.m.
The City of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with affordable
housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees provide high quality public
services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our city remains strong and prosperous, both
now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships to promote economic development and local jobs; to
thoughtfully address community needs and plan for growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical
leadership that is responsive and accountable to our citizens.
Montrose City Hall
311 Buffalo Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. BUSINESS
A. Wright County Health & Human Services
B. Rental Property Licensing
C. Charitable Gambling
D. Spending Authority
E. Casey’s Update
4. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Apr 13, 2026
April 13, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting
Council to approve community solar agreement and major streetlight contracts
The Montrose City Council will vote on a Community Solar Services Agreement and a fund transfer for capital projects. It will also consider fire department purchases of thermal imaging cameras and two Xcel Energy streetlight replacement contracts totaling nearly $300,000. Additional items include an old‑business resolution with BNSF Railway and a request for proposals for garbage, recycling, and yard waste services.
- Resolution 2026-20 – Approving a Community Solar Services Agreement
- Resolution 2026-16 – Approving transfer of funds from Montrose Meadows #303 Fund to General Capital Projects #401 Fund
- Resolution 2026-12 – Approving purchase of thermal imaging cameras for $9,858.70
- Xcel Energy Street Light Replacement Agreement – 13 lights and four cobra heads for $173,051.98; 11 lights for $123,500.20
- Resolution 2026-09 – Approving $48,000 agreement with BNSF Railway for Clementa Avenue crossing work
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, April 13, 2026
7:00 P.M.
The City of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with affordable
housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees provide high quality public
services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our city remains strong and prosperous, both
now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships to promote economic development and local jobs; to
thoughtfully address community needs and plan for growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical
leadership that is responsive and accountable to our citizens.
Montrose Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION
A. Pastor Cathy Jones – House of Grace
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. March 9, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M. Leistiko
2. March 11, 2026 Joint City Council and Planning & Zoning Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M.
Leistiko
3. March 16, 2026 City Council Special Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M. Leistiko
B. Accounts Payable
1. Accounts Payable Summary – Prepared by J. Heinz
2. March 24, 2026 Accounts Payable Report - Prepared by J. Heinz
3. April 13, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
C. Monthly Utility A
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
March 9, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting
Council approves $42,500 Bobcat purchase and $30,560.60 mower trade
The Montrose City Council approved two public works equipment purchases, a $42,500 Bobcat trade‑in and a $30,560.60 mower trade from M&M Express. Council members discussed the city's estimated $48,000 liability for a BNSF Railway crossing upgrade. Additional agenda items included a donation acceptance from Bolton & Menk, fire department policy changes, and a public discussion of the new rental ordinance. The meeting also covered a snowmobile association permit agreement and various routine reports.
- Approval of Bobcat purchase for $42,500
- Approval of mower trade purchase for $30,560.60 from M&M Express
- Discussion of city’s $48,000 cost share for BNSF Railway crossing upgrade
- Resolution 2026-07 accepting donation from Bolton & Menk
- Rental ordinance concerns raised by landlords and property owners
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, March 9, 2026
7:00 P.M.
The City of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with affordable
housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees provide high quality public
services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our city remains strong and prosperous, both
now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships to promote economic development and local jobs; to
thoughtfully address community needs and plan for growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical
leadership that is responsive and accountable to our citizens.
Montrose Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. INVOCATION
A. Pastor Cathy Jones – House of Grace
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
6. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. Minutes
1. February 9, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes – prepared by M. Leistiko
2. February 24, 2026 City Council Special Meeting Minutes – prepared by M. Leistiko
B. Accounts Payable
1. Accounts Payable Summary – Prepared by J. Heinz
2. December 31, 2026 PAY4 Accounts Payable Report - Prepared by J. Heinz
3. February 26, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
4. March 9, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
C. Monthly Utility Adjustments for February 2
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
February 24, 2026 Special Council Meeting
City seeks proposals for new residential refuse and recycling contract
The council will discuss the request for proposals (RFP) for a three‑year residential solid waste and recycling collection contract covering roughly 1,425 households, with proposals due March 30 2026 and award expected April 13 2026. The agenda also lists a Compensation & Classification Study, a Kinetic/Windstream item, a Clean‑Up Day, and a Rental Ordinance discussion. The council will set the schedule for reviewing and selecting the refuse/recycling contractor.
- RFP for residential refuse and recycling collection (3‑year contract, ~1,425 households)
- Compensation & Classification Study
- Kinetic / Windstream item
- Clean‑Up Day
- Rental Ordinance discussion
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
February 24, 2026 5:00 p.m.
The City of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with
affordable housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees
provide high quality public services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our
city remains strong and prosperous, both now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships
to promote economic development and local jobs; to thoughtfully address community needs and plan for
growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical leadership that is responsive and accountable
to our citizens.
Montrose Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. BUSINESS
a. Compensation & Classification Study
b. Kinetic / Windstream
c. RFP for Refuse and Recycling
d. Clean-Up Day
e. Rental Ordinance Discussion
4. ADJOURNMENT
1
Request for Proposals for Residential Refuse and Recycling Collection
Responses submitted must provide complete information as indicated in this request.
Please submit seven (7) copies by March 30, 2026 at 11 a.m.
City of Montrose
Attention: City Administrator
311 Buffalo Avenue South
P.O. Box 25
Montrose, MN 55363
Questions and inquiries regarding this request should be directed to:
Jackie Heinz
City Clerk / Treasurer
311 Buffalo Av
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
February 9, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting
City Council approves $42,900 stormwater pond assessment
The council voted to approve a city‑engineer‑proposed stormwater pond assessment costing $42,900. It also adopted a water meter rate increase to $431.00 and accepted a $166 donation from the Delano Hockey Association. Additional actions included amending mayoral appointments for 2026 and authorizing publication of a prior ordinance summary.
- Approve stormwater pond assessment – $42,900 (Public Works/City Engineer)
- Update water meter rate to $431.00 (Fee Schedule 2026)
- Accept $166 donation from Delano Hockey Association (Parks & Recreation)
- Amend mayoral appointments for 2026 (Resolution 2026-01)
- Authorize summary publication of Ordinance 2025-07 (Resolution 2026-02)
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, February 9, 2026
7:00 P.M.
T
he City of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with affordable
housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees provide high quality public
services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our city remains strong and prosperous, both
now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships to promote economic development and local jobs; to
thoughtfully address community needs and plan for growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical
leadership that is responsive and accountable to our citizens.
M
ontrose Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CAL
L TO ORDER
2. RO
LL CALL
3. I
NVOCATION
A. P
astor Cathy Jones – House of Grace
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. AP
PROVAL OF AGENDA
6. AP
PROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. M
inutes
1. J
anuary 13, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes – prepared by M. Leistiko
2. J
anuary 26, 2026 City Council Workshop Minutes – prepared by M. Leistiko
B. A
ccounts Payable
1. Accounts Payable Summary – Prepared by J. Heinz
2. D
ecember 31, 2025 PAY2 Accounts Payable Report - Prepared by J. Heinz
3. D
ecember 31, 2025 PAY3 Accounts Payable Report - Prepared by J. Heinz
4. J
anuary 29, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
5. F
ebruary 9, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
January 26, 2026 City Council Workshop
City Council to discuss job descriptions, wages, and administrator contract
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss employee job descriptions and wages. The body will also discuss the City Administrator contract.
- Job descriptions and wages discussion
- City Administrator contract discussion
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NOTICE OF
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
Monday, January 26, 2026
5:00 PM
Montrose City Hall
311 Buffalo Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
City Council Workshop Agenda:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Job Descriptions and Wages Discussion
City Administrator Contract Discussion
Adjournment
Mon Jan 12, 2026
January 12, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting
City Council to approve 2026 fee schedule and mayor appointments
The Montrose City Council will consider a 2026 fee schedule update, including water meter rate changes, and resolutions regarding administrative fees and mayor appointments. The meeting also includes reports from the Wright County Sheriff's Office and various city departments.
- Resolution 2026-01: Amending Mayoral Appointments for 2026
- Fee Schedule 2026: Water Meter Rate Update
- Ordinance 2026-01: Setting Various Development and Administrative Fees
- Resolution 2026-02: Authorizing Summary Publication of Ordinance 2025-07
- Proclamation: School Choice Week
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, January 12, 2026
7:00 P.M.
T
he City of Montrose is committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming, family-friendly community, with affordable
housing, where parents can raise their families; to ensuring our skilled, motivated employees provide high quality public
services at a value; to sound stewardship and fiscal responsibility to ensure our city remains strong and prosperous, both
now and into the future; to nurturing business-friendly partnerships to promote economic development and local jobs; to
thoughtfully address community needs and plan for growth, innovation and sustainable development; and to ethical
leadership that is responsive and accountable to our citizens.
M
ontrose Community Center
200 Center Avenue South
Montrose, Minnesota 55363
1. CAL
L TO ORDER
2. RO
LL CALL
3. I
NVOCATION
A. P
astor Cathy Jones – House of Grace
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. AP
PROVAL OF AGENDA
6. AP
PROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. M
inutes
1. December 5, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes – Prepared by M. Leistiko
B. Accounts Payable
1. Accounts Payable Summary – Prepared by J. Heinz
2. December 23, 2025 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
3. December 24, 2025 EDA Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
4. December 31, 2025 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
5. J
anuary 12, 2026 Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
6. J
anuary 12, 2026 EDA Accounts Payable Report – Prepared by J. Heinz
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C. M
onthly U
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🌐 County-level context
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (2025)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD
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