North Mankato, Minnesota

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend City Code Section 71.05 regarding parking restrictions. The council will also discuss a potential moratorium on data centers and review engagement results for Belgrade light pole medallions.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance No. 198 amending Chapter 71.05 Other Parking Restrictions
• Proposed public hearing for an ordinance to study and impose a moratorium on data centers
• Audio and Event Permit for July 25, 2026, at Options Mankato (1695 Lor Ray Drive)
• Block Party Permit for Shanda Walters at 203 Lake Street on August 20, 2026
• Review of Belgrade Light Pole Medallion Engagement results

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will consider extending a Minnesota Investment Fund agreement with Gordini and approving the 2026 Storm Sewer Improvement Project. The meeting also includes approvals for public art, surplus equipment, and a new social media policy.

• Extension of Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) Agreement with Gordini
• Approval of 2026 Storm Sewer Improvement Project No. 26-04 C
• Adoption of City of North Mankato Social Media Policy
• Approval of North Mankato Public Art Agreement with Nakato Bar and Grill
• Setting a public hearing for July 20, 2026, on parking restrictions

Council Work Session

The North Mankato City Council work session will consider a discussion on a data center moratorium and a discussion on dwelling units. No decisions are indicated in the agenda; the items are listed for discussion only. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, staff updates, and adjournment.

• Data Center Moratorium Discussion
• Dwelling Units

Council Work Session

The North Mankato City Council will hold a work session to discuss a housing study and review community guidelines for social media. The meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2026, at 6:15 p.m. at City Hall.

• North Mankato Housing Study
• Social Media Policy-Community Guidelines

The council heard a presentation of the 2026 Housing Demand Analysis, which projects a need for about 1,405 new housing units over the next decade and highlights senior and affordable housing gaps. Council members discussed the delayed Maple Tree Estates development and its inclusion of patio homes for aging residents. A draft Social Media Policy was presented for review, with staff requesting comments before formal adoption at a future meeting. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

City Council

The North Mankato City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including audio and block‑party permits, an event permit for Reserve Park, and acceptance of the police department body‑worn camera audit report. Business items include accepting the 2025 financial statement audit and setting a public hearing on extending the Minnesota Investment Fund agreement. The council will also vote on resolutions to approve plans and advertise bids for the 2026 Industry Court Street & Utility Improvement Project and to accept the bid for the 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project.

• Approve audio and block party permit for June 20, 2026 at Oak Terrace Court
• Approve event permit for Reserve Park on July 12, 2026 for Immanuel Lutheran Church
• Accept North Mankato Police Department portable recording system audit report
• Approve plans and advertise bids for 2026 Industry Court Street & Utility Improvement Project No. 26-01
• Accept bid for 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project City Project No. 26-02

The council approved the consent agenda and accepted the 2025 financial audit. It adopted Resolution No. 68-26, authorizing the $934,000 Industry Court Street water and storm‑sewer improvements, with a 4‑1 vote. It also accepted the lone bid for the 2026 Street Rehabilitation project and set a public hearing for July 6 to consider extending the Minnesota Investment Fund agreement.

• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)
• Accepted 2025 Financial Statement Audit (5-0)
• Approved Res. No. 68-26 Industry Court Street & Utility Improvement Project $934,000 (4-1)
• Accepted Bid for 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Set public hearing July 6, 2026 for MIF agreement extension (5-0)

Council Work Session

The North Mankato City Council will hold a work session to discuss the administration of the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation. The meeting agenda lists this as the sole discussion item.

• Discussion of Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation administration
• Staff/Council Member discussion item

Council Member Peterson moved, and Council Member Steiner seconded, to adjourn the work session. The motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 6:53 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adjourned work session (motion passed)

City Council

The North Mankato City Council will consider several resolutions, including a contract with the Minnesota Department of Transportation for the 2026 Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project. It will also vote on a guaranteed maximum price and construction authorization for a new public works facility, and approve the purchase of property from the Port Authority. An audio permit for an event at Spinners Bar and Grill will be reviewed, along with routine consent agenda items.

• Audio permit for June 12, 2026, 7 pm–10 pm at Spinners Bar and Grill
• Resolution approving MN/DOT Contract No. 1062262 for the Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project
• Resolution approving guaranteed maximum price and authorizing construction of the North Mankato Public Works Facility Project
• Resolution approving purchase of property from the Port Authority
• Consent agenda items: bills and appropriations, donations/contributions/grants

The council approved the meeting agenda and the May 18 minutes, adopted the consent agenda, and passed two major resolutions: appointing MnDOT as the city’s agent for federal aid on the Belgrade Avenue improvement and authorizing a $21,505,625 guaranteed‑maximum‑price contract to build the new Public Works Facility. Both resolutions were approved, the MnDOT contract unanimously (5‑0) and the Public Works Facility contract by a 3‑2 vote. The council also approved the purchase of property from the Port Authority (3‑2) and an audio permit for Spinners Bar on June 12.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved May 18 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (4‑0, 1 abstain)
• Approved MnDOT contract for Belgrade Avenue project (5‑0)
• Approved $21,505,625 GMP and construction for Public Works Facility (3‑2)
• Approved purchase of property from Port Authority (3‑2)
• Approved audio permit for Spinners Bar June 12 (unanimous)

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will approve minutes from the May 4 meeting, hold a public hearing on a petition to vacate a utility easement, and act on several consent‑agenda items including donations, a seasonal patio for the American Legion Post 578 at 256 Belgrade Avenue, a parade permit for Bells on Belgrade on Dec 5, 2026, and an audio permit for a park shelter event. The council will also consider business resolutions such as vacating utility easements, street‑improvement orders, an engineering report for the 2026 Industry Court Street utility project, new subdivision plats, and acceptance of the bid for the 2026 Swim Facility Reconstruction and Improvement Project. Additional items include approvals for the Haughton Avenue Demonstration Project and Hoover Elementary School Safe Routes to School improvements.

• Public hearing to consider petition for vacation of a utility easement
• Approve seasonal patio for American Legion Post 578 at 256 Belgrade Avenue
• Approve parade permit for Bells on Belgrade on Dec 5, 2026
• Accept bid for 2026 Swim Facility Reconstruction and Improvement Project
• Approve Haughton Avenue Demonstration Project

The council adopted a resolution to vacate utility easements, approved street‑improvement and platting projects, and accepted a $4,213,950 bid to improve the Spring Lake swim facility. It also approved the Haughton Avenue traffic‑calming demonstration and supported a community land‑trust application.

• Adopted Res. No. 58-26 Vacating Utility Easements (Steiner, Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Adopted Res. No. 59-26 Street Improvements (Steiner, Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, Oachs nay)
• Adopted Res. No. 60-26 Received Preliminary Engineering Report (Steiner, Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, Oachs nay)
• Approved New Life Addition Preliminary and Final Plat (Steiner, Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Approved Northport No. 27 Preliminary and Final Plat (Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, Steiner, Oachs nay)
• Adopted Res. No. 61-26 Accepting $4,213,950 Spring Lake Swim Facility Improvement bid (Steiner, Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Adopted Res. No. 62-26 Support for Community Land Trust application (Steiner, Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Approved Haughton Avenue Demonstration Project (Steiner, Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye, no nays)

Council Work Session

The North Mankato City Council will hold a work session to review staff updates and specific discussion items. The body will discuss a housing land trust, a stormwater study, and a massage ordinance.

• Southwest Housing Partnership Land Trust
• Lower North Stormwater Study
• Therapeutic Massage Ordinance

The council approved a joint powers agreement to implement the Minnesota River‑Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan, establishing a regional collaboration with neighboring counties and cities. It also adopted a budget amendment moving $200,000 from the bookmobile budget to the turf field project, approved an amended developer agreement for the Maple Tree Cottages planned unit development, and adopted the consent agenda that included several audio and event permits. Additionally, the council set a public hearing for May 18 to consider petitions to vacate utility easements and proclaimed North Mankato a pollinator‑friendly community.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Minnesota River‑Mankato Watershed Management Plan (5‑0)
• Approved Budget Amendment reallocating $200,000 from bookmobile to turf field (5‑0)
• Approved Amended Developer Agreement for Maple Tree Cottages PUD (5‑0)
• Adopted Consent Agenda approving multiple audio/event permits and parade permit (4‑0‑1 abstain)
• Set public hearing for May 18 to consider utility easement vacation petitions (5‑0)
• Declared North Mankato a “Pollinator‑Friendly Community” via proclamation (no vote recorded)

City Council

The North Mankato City Council will consider several resolutions, including a Joint Powers Agreement for the Minnesota River‑Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan, a budget amendment and fund reallocation for sales‑tax‑funded capital projects, and an amended developer agreement for the Maple Tree Cottages Planned Unit Development. The council will also set a public hearing on May 18 to consider a petition to vacate a utility easement. In addition, the consent agenda includes permits for a Fun Days parade, multiple audio and event permits for Spinners Bar & Grill, and event permits for Twin Rivers Arts.

• Resolution approving Joint Powers Agreement for the Minnesota River‑Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan
• Resolution approving a budget amendment and reallocation of funds for sales‑tax‑funded capital projects
• Resolution approving an amended developer agreement for the Maple Tree Cottages Planned Unit Development
• Consent agenda: parade permit for Fun Days on July 11, 2026 (9 a.m.‑2 p.m.)
• Consent agenda: audio and event permits for Spinners Bar & Grill on July 18, July 25, August 8, and August 29, 2026

The council adopted a Joint Powers Agreement to implement the Minnesota River‑Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan. It approved a budget amendment moving $200,000 from the bookmobile fund to the turf field project and reallocated construction funds. An amended developer agreement for the Maple Tree Cottages PUD was also approved, and a public hearing was scheduled for May 18 to consider utility easement vacation petitions.

• Adopted Res. No. 54-26 Joint Powers Agreement for watershed plan (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Adopted Res. No. 55-26 Budget amendment reallocating $200,000 to turf field (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Adopted Res. No. 56-26 Amended developer agreement for Maple Tree Cottages PUD (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Set public hearing for May 18, 2026 on utility easement vacation petitions (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Approved consent agenda items including parade and audio permits (Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, Oachs abstain, no nays)
• Declared North Mankato a pollinator‑friendly community via mayoral proclamation

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will hold a public hearing on the assessment for the Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project. It will consider a resolution to issue $27,000,000 in general obligation bonds for the Port Authority. Additional business items include adopting the Belgrade Avenue assessment, accepting bids for the Marie Lane lift station and for the Caswell North Soccer synthetic turf project, and adopting the Active Transportation Action Plan. The meeting also includes the swearing‑in of Patrol Officer Les Landon and various audio and patio permit approvals.

• Public Hearing – Assessment for Project No. 25-05 DEF Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project
• Resolution to approve issuance of $27,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026A (Port Authority)
• Resolution adopting assessment for Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project
• Resolution accepting bid for 2026 Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement Project No. 25-07
• Resolution accepting bid for 2026 Caswell North Soccer Synthetic Turf Project, City Project No. 26-03

The North Mankato City Council adopted a resolution to issue $27,000,000 of General Obligation bonds, with a 5‑3 vote. It also adopted the assessment for the Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project and accepted the low bid for the Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement Project. The agenda, prior meeting minutes, and a consent agenda containing seasonal patio and audio permits were approved. All motions carried.

• Approved agenda (Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Oachs, Carlson aye; no nays)
• Approved April 6, 2026 Council minutes (Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Oachs aye; Carlson abstain; no nays)
• Approved April 6, 2026 Council work session minutes (Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Oachs aye; Carlson abstain; no nays)
• Approved consent agenda items including seasonal patios and multiple audio permits (Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye; Oachs abstain; no nays)
• Approved $27,000,000 General Obligation bonds for the Port Authority (Peterson, Whitlock, Carlson aye; Oachs, Steiner nay)
• Adopted Assessment 2026 for Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project (Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye; Oachs abstain)
• Accepted bid for 2026 Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement Project (Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Oachs, Carlson aye; no nays)

Council Work Session

The North Mankato City Council is holding a work session to review updates from staff. The primary focus of the discussion is the Public Works department.

• Discussion of Street, Park, Water and Sewer, Equipment Maintenance, and Storm Sewer Utility

The North Mankato City Council met on April 20, 2026 for a work session. Council members heard annual reports from the Streets, Fleet Maintenance, Parks, Water & Utility, and Stormwater departments. The session concluded with a motion to adjourn. No approvals, denials, or other decisions were recorded.

Work Session

The North Mankato City Council held a work session on April 6, 2026 at 1001 Belgrade Avenue. Council members reviewed the Public Works Annual Report presented by the Public Works department. They also discussed the Active Transportation Plan prepared by Community Development. No formal decisions were listed on the agenda.

• Public Works Annual Report – review by Public Works staff
• Active Transportation Plan – discussion by Community Development

The council held a work session to hear the Public Works Department annual report and a presentation of the Active Transportation Action Plan. No approvals, denials, or policy changes were made. Council members moved and seconded a motion to adjourn, ending the session at 6:43 p.m.

• Motion to adjourn adopted (motion moved by Oachs, seconded by Steiner)

City Council

The North Mankato City Council will review bids for the Caswell North Soccer Synthetic Turf Project and the Spring Lake Swim Facility Improvement Project. The body will also consider property sales to the Minnesota Department of Transportation and various liquor and event licenses.

• Bid for 2026 Caswell North Soccer Synthetic Turf Project (City Project No. 26-03)
• Plans and specifications for 2026 Spring Lake Swim Facility Improvement Project 25-06
• Sale of property to the Minnesota Department of Transportation for right-of-way
• Soft drink license for Fatback Smoke Stack at 503 Belgrade Avenue
• Temporary liquor license for Church of the Holy Rosary at 525 Grant Avenue

The council adopted the agenda and consent agenda items, including a soft‑drink license and a temporary liquor license. It approved the Spring Lake Swim Facility Improvement Project and the All‑Seasons Arena Operating Services Agreement. The council also approved the sale of 15,595 sq ft of city land to MnDOT for $800 and adopted the 2025 Nicollet County Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Approved agenda after removing Business Item A (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items, e.g., soft‑drink license for Fatback Smoke Stack (4‑0)
• Adopted Res. 41‑26 approving plans and bid advertisement for Spring Lake Swim Facility Improvement (4‑0)
• Adopted Res. 42‑26 approving sale of 15,595 sq ft river land to MnDOT for $800 (4‑0)
• Adopted Res. 44‑26 approving All‑Seasons Arena Operating Services Agreement (4‑0)
• Adopted Res. 43‑26 adopting the 2025 Nicollet County Hazard Mitigation Plan (4‑0)

Council Work Session

The North Mankato City Council will hold a work session to hear reports from the Police and Fire Departments. Staff will also provide updates on Public Works tree initiatives and the Community Development Medallion Design Initiative. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Police Department Annual Report
• Fire Department Annual Report
• Public Works – Trees update
• Community Development – Medallion Design Initiative update

The North Mankato City Council held a work session on March 16, 2026, reviewing the Police and Fire Departments' 2025 annual reports and discussing a tree‑replacement pilot and a decorative light‑pole medallion initiative. No formal approvals, denials, or votes on those proposals were recorded. The session was formally adjourned at 6:43 p.m. after a motion by Council Member Oachs, seconded by Council Member Steiner.

• Adjourned the Council Work Session (motion by Oachs, seconded by Steiner) at 6:43 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will review bids for the 2026 Belgrade Avenue and street paving projects. Members will consider setting a public hearing for Belgrade Avenue assessments and a grant application for Walter S. Farm Park. The meeting also includes approvals for event permits and fire department by-law amendments.

• Accepting bid for 2026 Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project (No. 23-02 CEF)
• Proposed assessments and public hearing for 2026 Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project
• Accepting bids for 2026 Street and Miscellaneous Paving Improvement Project (No. 26-02 DEF)
• DNR grant application for Walter S. Farm Park Improvements
• Amendment of North Mankato Volunteer Fire Department By-Laws

The council adopted Resolution No. 33-26, accepting the W.W. Blacktopping bid for the Belgrade Avenue Improvement Project. It also adopted resolutions to set assessments, schedule a public hearing, approve a street‑paving contract, amend the volunteer fire department by‑laws, accept traffic‑safety recommendations, and authorize a grant application for Walter S. Farm Park improvements.

• Adopted Res. No.33-26 accepting Belgrade Avenue Improvement bid (5-0)
• Adopted Res. No.34-26 declaring assessment costs for Belgrade Avenue (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Res. No.35-26 scheduling public hearing on Belgrade Avenue assessments (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Adopted Res. No.36-26 accepting Street and Miscellaneous Paving contract (5-0)
• Adopted Res. No.37-26 approving Volunteer Fire Dept. by‑law amendments (5-0)
• Accepted Traffic and Safety Committee minutes and recommendations (5-0)
• Adopted Res. No.38-26 authorizing DNR grant application for Walter S. Farm Park (5-0)

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to City Code Section 156.035 (E)(G)(2) Accessory Uses. The council will then consider Ordinance No. 197 to formally amend that code section. Additional business items include resolutions for water‑system upgrades, a soccer synthetic‑turf project, and firefighter retirement benefit funding.

• Public hearing on amendments to City Code Section 156.035 (E)(G)(2) Accessory Uses
• Ordinance No. 197 to amend City Code Chapter 156.035 (E)(G)(2) Accessory Use
• Resolution approving plans and advertising bids for Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement Project (No. 25-07A)
• Resolution approving plans and advertising bids for the 2026 Caswell North Soccer Synthetic Turf Project (Project No. 26-03)
• Resolution setting Firefighter’s Relief Association retirement benefits and funding limitations

The council adopted Ordinance No. 197, amending the accessory‑use limits in City Code Chapter 156.035. It also approved the Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement Project and the 2026 Caswell North Soccer Synthetic Turf Project. A resolution setting firefighter retirement‑benefit limits was adopted. The consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 197 amending accessory‑use limits (5‑0 vote)
• Adopt Res. No. 29‑26 approving plans for Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement Project (5‑0 vote)
• Adopt Res. No. 31‑26 approving plans for 2026 Caswell North Soccer Turf Project (4‑1 vote)
• Adopt Res. No. 30‑26 setting firefighter retirement‑benefit funding limits (5‑0 vote)
• Approve Consent Agenda items (5‑0 vote)
• Approve meeting agenda (5‑0 vote)
• Approve February 17, 2026 council minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Approve February 17, 2026 work‑session minutes (5‑0 vote)

Council Work Session

The North Mankato City Council work session on March 2, 2026 includes standard procedural items and a discussion of the Culture, Recreation, and Quality of Life annual report presented by the department director. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for informational review. Staff updates will also be provided before adjournment.

• Discussion of Culture, Recreation, and Quality of Life annual report
• Staff updates from city departments

The March 2, 2026 work session featured reports on the swim facility, Taylor Library, bookmobile, and Caswell Sports activities. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were recorded. The council concluded the meeting by adjourning the session.

• Adjourned work session (motion by Oachs, seconded by Steiner)

Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Community Development Annual Report. Other agenda items consist of staff updates and procedural matters.

• Discussion of Community Development Annual Report

The North Mankato City Council held a work session on February 17, 2026. Community Development Director Fischer presented the 2025 annual report and outlined 2026 priorities. No motions or approvals on policy, projects, or budgets were taken. The session was adjourned by a motion of Council Member Steiner, seconded by Council Member Whitlock.

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several resolutions and ordinances. Items include adopting an ordinance to codify 2025 ordinances, approving an on‑sale liquor license for Caswell Park for May 1 2026 to April 30 2027, and authorizing various public‑works projects. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering bills, donations, insurance coverage, and surplus equipment sales.

• Public hearing to adopt ordinance codifying ordinances adopted in 2025
• Approve on‑sale liquor license for City of North Mankato Caswell Park (May 1 2026 – Apr 30 2027)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 196 Fourth Series revising the City Code of Ordinances
• Approve plans and advertise bids for 2026 Street & Misc. Paving Improvement Project (Project No. 26‑02 DEF)
• Accept quote for lift station control panel for 2026 Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement Project (Project No. 25‑07 A)

The council adopted Ordinance No. 196 Fourth Series, updating the city code. It approved the 2026 Street & Misc. Paving Improvement Project, accepted a $126,086 lift station control panel quote, and recommended Techops Specialty Vehicles as the vendor for a new bookmobile. The council also adopted a resolution to move forward with the Caswell North Soccer Synthetic Turf project, approved continuation of existing exterior materials for two properties, and set a public hearing on accessory‑use code changes.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 196 Fourth Series – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Approve Res. No. 24-26 for 2026 Street & Misc. Paving Improvement Project – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Adopt Res. No. 25-26 accepting $126,086 quote for Marie Lane lift station control panel – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Adopt Res. No. 26-26 recommending Techops Specialty Vehicles as preferred vendor for new bookmobile – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Adopt Res. No. 23-26 for Caswell North Soccer Synthetic Turf project – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Approve continuation of existing materials on 2017 Howard Drive for Kato Engineering – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Approve continuation of existing materials on 2017 Howard Drive for Gordini USA – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)
• Set public hearing March 2, 2026 on amendments to City Code Section 156.035 (Accessory Uses) – approved (Oachs, Peterson, Whitlock, Steiner, Carlson aye, no nays)

City Council

The North Mankato City Council will approve its consent agenda items, including bills, donations, water‑main flushing dates, and several resolutions. It will consider a resolution supporting the HWY 169 Revitalization Project Visual Quality Management Plan and the city’s intent to share costs for certain improvements. The council will also set a public hearing to consider Ordinance No. 196, which compiles existing ordinances and penalties. Additional items include an event permit for the YWCA Mother’s Day 5K and authorizing Community Charities of MN to conduct lawful gambling under City Code 111.208.

• Resolution supporting HWY 169 Revitalization Project Visual Quality Management Plan and cost participation (Public Works)
• Resolution to set a public hearing on Ordinance No. 196 Fourth Series (Administration)
• Event permit approval for YWCA Mother’s Day 5K on May 9, 2026 at Spring Lake Park
• Resolution authorizing Community Charities of MN to conduct lawful gambling per City Code 111.208
• Set water main flushing dates: Valley April 6‑10, 2026; Hilltop April 6‑24, 2026

The council voted 5‑0 to adopt Resolution No. 20‑26, indicating city support for the Hwy 169 Revitalization Project and participation in related costs. A public hearing was set for Ordinance No. 196 to compile city ordinances. The consent agenda, covering bills, donations, spring drop‑off dates, water‑main flushing, surplus equipment, lawful gambling authorization, and a YWCA Mother’s Day 5K permit, was approved unanimously. A motion to halt the upcoming public‑works bond sale failed 2‑3.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including bills, donations, spring drop‑off dates, water‑main flushing dates, surplus equipment declaration, lawful gambling authorization, and YWCA Mother’s Day 5K permit (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 20‑26 supporting Hwy 169 Revitalization Project (5‑0)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance No. 196 Fourth Series (5‑0)
• Motion to pre‑award stop of public‑works bond sale failed (2‑3)

Council Work Session-Joint Meeting with Mankato to Discuss HWY 169

The North Mankato City Council held a work session on February 2, 2026. The agenda included a discussion item providing an update on the visual quality process for the HWY 169 revitalization, presented by Administration and MnDOT. The meeting also covered routine items such as roll call, staff updates, and adjournment. No formal decisions or votes were listed in the agenda.

• HWY 169 Revitalization – visual quality process update (Administration/MnDOT)

The North Mankato City Council and Mankato representatives presented an update on the HWY 169 Revitalization visual quality plan, including design features, budgeting, and maintenance responsibilities. Council members asked questions about vegetation upkeep, traffic‑signal management, noise‑wall funding, pedestrian‑underpass safety, and access during construction. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural.

Council Work Session

The council will hear a presentation from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency about 610 Webster Avenue. It will review preliminary architectural and interior design concepts for a proposed Public Works building. A progress report on the swim facility and its design features will be provided. The council will also discuss seasonal patio hours.

• Minnesota Pollution Control Agency presenting information on 610 Webster Avenue
• Preliminary architectural and interior design elements for the proposed Public Works building
• Swim facility progress report and design feature
• Discussion on seasonal patio hours

The North Mankato City Council considered a request to lengthen the seasonal patio period from May‑October to March‑October. After discussion, the Council decided not to move forward with extending the allowed time. No vote tally was recorded for this decision.

• Seasonal patio extension not approved (no vote tally recorded)

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will hold a public hearing on modifying the Tax Increment Financing Plan for Tax Increment Financing District No. 2-1, including authorizing a business subsidy and a development agreement. The council will also consider resolutions to prepare a preliminary engineering report for Northport Industrial Park Street, advance municipal state aid, and order plans for the Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement (Project No. 25-07). Additional items include a resolution to support extending a local sales tax for capital improvements and several consent agenda items such as temporary liquor and parade permits.

• Public hearing on modifying Tax Increment Financing Plan for District No. 2-1, authorizing a business subsidy and development agreement
• Resolution to modify the Tax Increment Financing Plan for District No. 2-1
• Resolution to prepare a preliminary engineering report for Northport Industrial Park Street
• Resolution to advance municipal state aid
• Resolution to receive preliminary engineering report and order plans for Marie Lane Lift Station and Forcemain Improvement (Project No. 25-07)

The council adopted Resolution 11‑26, modifying Tax Increment Financing District 2‑1 to allow a business subsidy of up to $1.66 million for a warehouse expansion. It also approved resolutions to prepare an engineering report for a new street in Northport Industrial Park, to advance $1.98 million of state aid for roadway projects, and to move forward with improvements to the Marie Lane lift station. The consent agenda items, including a temporary liquor license and a parade permit, were approved. A proposal to consider a 2026 legislative‑session resolution failed.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved amended Jan 5, 2026 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 11‑26 modifying TIF plan, authorizing up to $1.66 M subsidy (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 12‑26 authorizing preliminary engineering report for Northport Industrial Park street (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 13‑26 advancing up to $1.98 M of municipal state aid for roadway projects (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 14‑26 ordering plans for Marie Lane lift station and forcemain improvement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (Bills, Res 10‑26, temporary liquor license, parade permit) (5-0)
• Motion to consider Resolution 15‑26 regarding 2026 legislative session failed (2-3)

Regular Meeting-Public Hearing

The North Mankato City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to authorize up to $27,000,000 in bonds for the Port Authority to fund a public works facility in the Timm Road South Development District. The council will also consider a consent agenda that includes licensing for Circle Inn, labor agreements for police and support staff, a bookmobile services contract, and a resolution supporting the dissolution of the U.S. Highway 169 Corridor Coalition. Additional resolutions will address watershed management, engineering studies, and a federal disaster grant application.

• Ordinance authorizing issuance of bonds up to $27,000,000 for the Port Authority to finance a public works facility in the Timm Road South Development District
• License approval for Circle Inn of North Mankato, 232 Belgrade Avenue (on‑sale, off‑sale, cabaret, soft drink, and mechanical amusement devices) for 1/1/2026‑12/31/2026
• Authorization for the City Administrator to execute labor agreements with Police Officers Local #305, Administrative Support Coordinator Local #465, and Lieutenants Local #394 for 1/1/2026‑12/31/2027
• Approval of the 2026 Bookmobile Purchase of Services contract between Nicollet County and the City of North Mankato
• Resolution supporting the dissolution of the U.S. Highway 169 Corridor Coalition