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Mon Jul 20, 2026

July 20, 2026

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, JULY 20 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:816 7472 6664 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-71, Approving Payment of an Invoice from Freightliner Truck Center Companies for Repairs to a City Vehicle 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Hearing for Ordinance 2026-11, Amending Chapter 152 of the Olivia City Code Relating to Access Driveways i) Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comments iv) Close Public Hearing B) Ordinance 2026-11, Amending Chapter 152 of the Olivia City Code Relating to Access Driveways C) Public Hearing for Ordinance 2026-12, Amending Chapter 152 Pertaining to Accessory Building Setbacks i) Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comments iv) Close Public Hearing D) Ordinance 2026-12, Amending Chapter 152 Pertaining to Accessory Building Setbacks E) Alley Improvement Project 6) REPORTS A) Reports of Council / Staff 7) NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS A) Corn Capital Days: July 20-26 B) [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jul 6, 2026

July 6, 2026

Olivia City Council to consider driveway and accessory building code changes

The City Council will discuss amendments to the city code regarding access driveways and accessory building setbacks. The body is also reviewing a residential refuse collection agreement and updates to parks and recreation rules.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, JULY 6 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:816 7472 6664 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of June 15, 2026 B) Liquor Store Security Cameras C) Resolution 2026-64, Step Movement for Ashley Jansen D) Resolution 2026-65, Appointing Election Judges For The 2026 Elections And Setting Wages E) Resolution 2026-66, Authorizing A On-Call Stipend For The Chief Of Police F) Resolution 2026-67, Acknowledging and Approving an Off -Site Gambling Permit Application Submitted by Olivia Ambulance Service G) Resolution 2026-68, Accepting Estimate for Fire Truck Repairs H) June Disbursements 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Resolution 2026-69, Authorizing Execution of the Residential Refuse Collection Services Agreement with West Central Sanitation B) Ordinance 2026-10 Amending Chapter 95 Regarding Parks and Recreation C) First Reading of Ordinance 2026-11, Amending Chapter 152 of the Olivia City Code Relating to Access Driveways D) First Reading of Ordinance 2026-12, Amending Chapter 152 Pertaining [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 15, 2026

June 15, 2026

Olivia City Council to hold public hearing on R-2 residential zoning changes

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend R-2 High Density Residential bulk regulations. The body will also review a contract for the 2026 Taxilane Reconstruction Project and discuss the Downtown Alley Project.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, JUNE 15 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:816 7472 6664 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-58, Step Movement for Damon Coots C) Resolution 2026-59, Step Movement for Riley Minkel D) Resolution 2026-60, Step Movement for Scott Forsman E) Resolution 2026-61, Acknowledging and Approving an Off-Site Gambling Permit Application Submitted by Olivia Ambulance Service F) Resolution 2026-62, Approving a One-Day Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Olivia Ambulance Service G) Renewable Energy Credits Sale Agreement with MMPA H) 2026 Taxilane Reconstruction Project Contract with M.R. Paving & Excavating I) Resolution 2026-62, Approval of Donation / Contribution 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Hearing for Ordinance 2026-09, Amending Chapter 152 Regarding R -2 High Density Residential Bulk Regulations i) Temporary Recess of Meeting / Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comments iv) Close Public Hearing / Reopen Regular Meeting B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 1, 2026

June 1, 2026

Olivia City Council to consider $3.9 million bond and refuse collection contract

The City Council will discuss awarding a residential refuse collection contract and a first reading of an ordinance regarding R-2 high density residential bulk regulations. The body is also considering the issuance of a $3,944,000 taxable general obligation bond for a capital improvement plan.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, JUNE 1 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:816 7472 6664 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) PROCLAMATION A) BOLD Softball Day 5) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of May 18, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-52, Approving the Hiring of Jordan Voogt for the Position of Seasonal Park Maintenance and Community Center Assistant C) Resolution 2026-53, Step Movement for Ryan Krueger D) Resolution 2026-54, Approving Acquisition of a Permanent Utility Easement at 605 8th Street South E) Resolution 2026-55, Calling for a Public Hearing on a Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 152 Regarding R- 2 Bulk Regulations F) Resolution 2026-56, Accepting the Offer of the United States of America to Purchase a $3,944,000 Taxable General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan Bond of 2026A, Pledging For The Security Thereof a Tax Levy And Providing for Its Issuance G) May Disbursements 6) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Audit Presentation B) Refuse Contractor Recommendation C) Resolution 2026-57, Awarding a Contract for Residential Refuse Collection Ser [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

May 18, 2026

City Council to hold public hearing on residential rezoning

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider Ordinance 2026-08 to rezone specific properties from R1 Low Density Residential to R-2 High Density Residential. The meeting also includes a swearing-in ceremony for Austin Macik and discussions on police equipment and refuse contracts.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, MAY 18 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:816 7472 6664 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) SWEARING-IN CEREMONY – AUSTIN MACIK 3) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 4) AGENDA APPROVAL 5) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of May 4, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-47, Approving Acquisition of a Roadway and Utility Easement at 509 11th Street S. C) Resolution 2026-48, Approving Step Movement for Dustin Stahnke 6) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Hearing for Ordinance 2026-08, Amending the O fficial Zoning Map of the City of Olivia by Rezoning Certain Property Identified in Exhibit A from R1 Low Density Residential to R-2 High Density Residential i) Temporary Recess of Meeting / Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comments iv) Close Public Hearing / Reopen Regular Meeting B) Ordinance 2026- 08, A mending the Official Zoning Map of the City of O livia by R ezoning Certain Property Identified in Exhibit A from R1 Low Density Residential to R-2 High Density Residential C) Resolution 2026-49, Authorizing Title and Summary Publication of Ordinance 2026-08 D) Purch [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026

City Council to adopt Future Land Use Map amendment and consider rezoning

The Olivia City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes donations, hiring temporary staff, and setting volunteer firefighter compensation. Discussion items include adopting Resolution 2026-45 to amend the Future Land Use Map as part of the Comprehensive Plan, a first reading of Ordinance 2026-08 to rezone a property from R1 to R-2, and calling a public hearing on a proposed zoning map amendment. The council will also address a supplemental letter agreement for the OVL Taxilane Reconstruction Project.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, MAY 4 at 5:30 PM Join v ia Zoom.us Meeting ID:816 7472 6664 Passcode: 56277 PLE DGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) PROCLAMATION A) Peace Officer M emorial Day 5) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of April 20, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-39, Approval of Donations C) Resolution 2026-40, Authorizing Employment to Owen Baumgartner as Temporary City Hall Intern D) Resolution 2026-41, Approving the Hiring of Parker Ridler for the Position of Seasonal Park Maintenance and Community Center Assistant E) Resolution 2026-42, Approving the Hiring of Lee Stock for the Position of Seasonal Park Maintenance F) Resolution 2026-43, Approving Step Movement for Craig Mages G) Resolution 2026-44, Establishing Compensation Rates for Voluntary Fire Fighters H) SEH Supplemental Letter Agreement for OVL Taxilane Reconstruction Project I) April Disbursements 6) DISCUSSION / B USINESS ITEMS A) RRRSWA Updates with Jon Mitchell B) Resolution 2026-45, Adopting the Future Land Use Map as an Amendment to the City of Olivia Comprehensive Plan Adopted April 15, 2024 C) First Reading of Ordinance 2026- [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 20, 2026

April 20, 2026

Olivia City Council to hold public hearing on B-1 bulk regulations

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend B-1 bulk regulations and impervious surface rules. The meeting also includes a session for the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, APRIL 20 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:816 7472 6664 Passcode: 56277 P LEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of April 6, 2026 B) Work Session Minutes of April 6, 2026 C) Resolution 2026-38, Hiring of Seasonal Parks Maintenance Worker for the Public Works/ Parks Department D) Marcus Construction Pay App #9 and #10 E) Airport Taxilane Reconstruction Project F) Hydro RECs for 2020 - 2024 Vintage 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Hearing for Ordinance 2026-07 i) Temporarily Recess of Meeting / Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comment iv) Close Public Hearing / Reopen Regular Meeting B) Ordinance 2026-07, Amending Certain Sections of Chapter 152 of the Municipal Code in Regard to B -1 Bulk Regulations and Impervious Surfaces C) GIS Professional Services for Electrical Utility 6) BOARD OF APPEAL & EQUALIZATION 6:00PM to 6:30PM A) Temporary Recess Meeting / Open Local Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting B) Receive County Report C) Receive Public Comment D) Close Local Board of Appeal and Equalizati [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 6, 2026

April 6, 2026

Olivia City Council to discuss tree planting grant and driveway exception

The City Council will consider a community tree planting grant contract and a driveway width exception for a single-family residence. The body will also review repairs for the Community Center lintel brick and the first reading of Ordinance 2026-07.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, APRIL 6 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:860 5461 9353 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of March 16, 2026 B) Mayoral Appointment of Robert Miller to Planning Commission C) Resolution 2026-36, Calling for a Public Hearing for the Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 152 D) Seasonal Park Maintenance & Community Center Assistant Job Description E) March Disbursements 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) City of Olivia’s Community Tree Planting Grant Award Contract B) Community Center Lintel Brick Repair C) First Reading of Ordinance 2026-07 D) Resolution 2026-37, Approving A Driveway Width Exception For A Single-Family Residence 6) REPORTS A) Reports of Council / Staff 7) NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS A) Work Session – April 6 8) ADJOURNMENT *Work Session to Immediately Follow Regular Meeting – Technical Rescue Team Discussion REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, March 16, 2026 CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Olivi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 16, 2026

March 16, 2026

Council updates fine and fee schedule, waiving legal fees for certain variances

The Olivia City Council held a public hearing and adopted Ordinance 2026-06 to update the city’s fine and fee schedule, including a provision that waives legal fees for variance requests that trigger an ordinance change within 120 days. The council also approved an easement acquisition at 2715 Lincoln Avenue West, accepted a quote from Dinges Fire Company for turnout gear, and considered new community‑center rental rules and park board project recommendations.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, MARCH 16 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:860 5461 9353 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of March 2, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-30, Step Movement for Aaron Clouse C) Resolution 2026-31, Step Movement for Jared Lund D) Resolution 2026-32, Approving Additional Transfers E) Resolution 2026-33, Approving an Easement Acquisition for a Permanent Utility Easement at 2715 Lincoln Avenue West. F) Resolution 2026-34, Accepting a Quote from Dinges Fire Company for Fire Department Turnout Gear 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Hearing for Ordinance 2026-06, Updating the Fine and Fee Schedule i) Temporary Recess of Meeting / Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comments iv) Close Public Hearing / Reopen Regular Meeting B) Ordinance 2026-06, Updating the Fine and Fee Schedule C) Resolution 2026-35, Authorizing Title and Summary Publication of Ordinance 2026-06 D) 2026 Community Center Rental Rules and Regulations E) Community Center Rental Agreement F) 2026 Park Boar [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 2, 2026

March 2, 2026

City Council approves conditional use permit for Grace Community Church relocation

The council voted to approve Resolution 2026-23, granting a conditional use permit for Grace Community Church to move to a property owned by Lockdown Barbell. It also approved promotions and part‑time hiring for the municipal liquor store (Resolutions 2026-24 and 2026-25). A Marcus Construction change order adjusted material and labor contracts by $56,000 each, resulting in no net cost change. The first reading of Ordinance 2026-06, which would update the city’s fine and fee schedule, was presented for discussion.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, MARCH 2 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:860 5461 9353 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of February 17, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-24, Approving The Promotion and Appointment of Heather Otto to the Position of Head Liquor Store Clerk C) Resolution 2026-25, Authorizing Employment to Lisa Hilldrith as Part-Time Olivia Liquor Store Clerk D) Resolution 2026-26, Authorizing Employment to Austin Macik to Serve as Full-Time Patrol Officer E) Resolution 2026-27, Approval of Donation F) Resolution 2026-28, Acknowledging the Off-Site Gambling Premises Permit Requested by The Pages of Our Communities Foundation is Located within City Limits and Granting Local Approval G) Resolution 2026-29, Calling for a Public Hearing for the Proposed Ordinance Amending the Fine and Fee Schedule H) February Disbursements 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Works Responsibilities B) SMART Future Planning Discussion C) First Reading of Ordinance 2026-06, Updating the Fine and Fee Schedule 6) REPORTS A) Re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

February 17, 2026

Olivia City Council to hold public hearing for conditional use permit

The City Council will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve a conditional use permit. The body will also review payment applications and a material invoice from Marcus Construction.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:860 5461 9353 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of February 2, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-17, Hiring Probationary Firefighter Jon Gubbles C) Resolution 2026-18, Approval of Donation D) Resolution 2026-19, Acknowledging the Off-Site Gambling Premises Permit Requested by Corn Capital Days Inc is Located within City Limits and Granting Local Approval E) Resolution 2026-20, Approving Acquisition of a Permanent Utility Easement at 2715 Lincoln Ave W F) Resolution 2026-21, Authorizing Directional Boring Services by Arvig for the 2026 Electrical Conversion Project G) Resolution 2026-22, Authorizing Employment to Boden Pamp as Part-Time Liquor Store Clerk H) Liquor Store Head Clerk Position Description 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Permit i) Temporarily Recess of Meeting / Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comment iv) Close Public Hearing / Reopen Regular Meeting B) Resolution 2026- [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 2, 2026

February 2, 2026

City approves $55,721.54 material invoice change order for Marcus Construction

The Olivia City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several contracts, resolutions and routine items. Items on the consent agenda include a material invoice change order of $55,721.54 for Marcus Construction, a master services agreement with Power Systems Engineering, Inc., and resolutions authorizing a liquor store manager, calling a public hearing for a conditional use permit, and supporting fire‑relief retirement plan funding. After the consent agenda, council members will discuss the 2025 Annual Report before adjourning.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:860 5461 9353 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of January 20, 2026 B) 2025 Distributed Energy Resource Report C) Marcus Construction Prime Contract Change Order #11: Material Invoice D) Power Systems Engineering, Inc. Master Services Agreement for Professional Services E) Planning Commission Bylaws - Updated F) Resolution 2026-14, Authorizing Employment to Ashley Jansen as Liquor Store Manager G) Resolution 2026-15, Calling for a Public Hearing for a Conditional Use Permit H) Resolution 2026-16 - Support for Fire Relief Retirement Plan Funding Levels I) January Disbursements 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) 2025 Annual Report 6) REPORTS A) Reports of Council / Staff 7) NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS 8) ADJOURNMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, January 20, 2026 CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Olivia, Minnesota, was called to order by Mayor Hawkinson at 5 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

January 20, 2026

Olivia City Council to address police staffing and liquor store management

The City Council will discuss Olivia Police Department operations and the need to replace a full-time officer. The body is also considering personnel changes and a variance request.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL TUESDAY, JANUARY 20 at 5:30 PM Join via Zoom.us Meeting ID:860 5461 9353 Passcode: 56277 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of January 5, 2026 B) Resolution 2026-11, Approving a Separation Agreement and Release of Claims C) Liquor Store Manager Resignation Letter D) Resolution 2026-12, Authorizing a Temporary Step Increase for the Assistant Liquor Store Manager serving as Interim Liquor Store Manager 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Olivia Police Department Operations B) Resolution 2026-13, Denying a Variance Request 6) REPORTS A) Reports of Council / Staff 7) NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS A) January 31 – Winter Warm-Up B) January 31 – Parent’s Night Out 8) ADJOURNMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, January 5, 2026 CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Olivia, Minnesota, was called to order by Mayor Hawkinson at 5:30 P.M. Council Members Present: Matt Baumgartner, George Ebbers, Mayor Jon Hawkinson and Todd W. Howard Council Members Absent: B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 5, 2026

January 5, 2026

City Council adopts 2026 property tax levy and operating budget

The Olivia City Council approved its consent agenda and adopted the final 2026 property tax levy and the 2026 annual operating budget. The council held public hearings and first readings on several ordinances, including a new fine and fee schedule and updates to accessory dwelling unit, lot‑size, density, and cannabis cultivator regulations. Additional reports covered changes to municipal liquor‑store hours and the Electric Department’s lease termination. All actions were approved unanimously.

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AGENDA OLIVIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING OLIVIA CITY HALL MONDAY, JANUARY 5 at 5:30 PM PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) CALL TO ORDER AND DETERMINATION OF A QUORUM *One or more members of the City Council may participate in this meeting remotely Councilors: Baumgartner Ebbers Ferguson Mayor Hawkinson Howard 2) PUBLIC FORUM A) When addressing the Council, please provide your name for the meeting record B) Speaking times will be limited to 3-minutes 3) AGENDA APPROVAL 4) CONSENT AGENDA A) Regular Meeting Minutes of December 15, 2025 B) Resolution 2026-01 Approval of 2026 Annual Resolution C) Resolution 2026-02, Data Inventory Responsible Parties D) Resolution 2026-03 Approval of Donations E) Resolution 2026-04, Approving Step Movement for Marissa Castillo F) Resolution 2026-05, Hiring of Seasonal Community Center Building Attendants G) Resolution 2026-06, Amending the Operating Hours of the City of Olivia Municipal Liquor Store H) Resolution 2026-07, Approving State Airport Fund Grant Agreement with MnDOT I) Ordinance 2026-02, Amending Certain Provisions of Chapter 51 of City Code Related to Storm Water Drainage J) December Disbursements 5) DISCUSSION / BUSINESS ITEMS A) Public Hearing for Ordinance 2026-01, 2026 Fine and Fee Schedule i) Temporary Recess of Meeting / Open Public Hearing ii) Staff Reports iii) Receive Public Comments iv) Close Public Hearing / Reopen Regular Meeting B) Ordinance 2026-01, 2026 Fine and Fee Schedule C) Resolution 2026-08, Author [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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