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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.

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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

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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.

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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 1 F. Resolution 2026 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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.

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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.

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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 1 C. M onthly U [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (2025)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD

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