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Mon Jul 20, 2026
City Council
City Council to address blight properties and trailhead improvements
The Silver Bay City Council will meet to discuss blight properties at four specific addresses. The body is also considering resolutions regarding election judges, the Silver Bay Golf Course Housing Project, and trailhead equipment installations.
- Blight properties discussion: 13 Law Drive, 17 Drake Circle, 41 Garden Drive, and 55 Davis Drive
- Resolution 2026-#42A rescinding the recording of the final plat and sale of lots in the Silver Bay Golf Course Housing Project
- Resolution 2026-#45 approval of Midwest Playscapes for MultiModal Trailhead playground and amenities
- Resolution 2026-#46 approval of handicap accessible pedestal at trailhead with Holden Electric
- Resolution 2026-38A amending election judges for 2026 primary and general elections
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council July 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period* 4. Approval of Agenda 5 . Approval of Consent Agenda A. July 6, 2026 Regular Meeting B. EDA Board Resignation & Advertisement C. North Shore Area Partners Letter of Support D. Sidewalk RFP 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-38A A Resolution Amending the Elections Judges for the 2026 Primary Election and the General Election B. Resolution 2026-#42A Rescinding 2026-#42 Recording of the Final Plat & the Sale of All Lots in Block 1 & Lots 11 & 12 of Block 5 of the Silver Bay Golf Course Housing Project C. Resolution 2026- #45 Approval of Midwest Playscapes for MultiModal Trailhead Playground, Benches, Bike Racks, Picnic Tables and Garbage Receptacles D. Resolution 2026- #46 Approval Handicap Accessible Pedestal at Trailhead
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Mon Jul 6, 2026
CC
Council to approve garbage contract and ambulance lease renewal
The Silver Bay City Council will vote on a garbage collection contract with D&D Services d/b/a John’s Sanitary and renew Lake County's lease agreement for ambulance and rescue services. Additional items include a TIF draw request and change order for Boathouse Bay, a licensing agreement for a liquor store bar trailer, and discussion of the Aspirus Lakeview Hospital clinic. The meeting also covers routine consent agenda items and public comment.
- Resolution 2026-#43: Approval of garbage contract with D&D Services d/b/a John’s Sanitary
- Resolution 2026-#44: Lake County lease agreement renewal for ambulance and rescue services
- TIF Draw Request #11 and Change Order #4 for Boathouse Bay
- Bay Days Licensing Agreement for a liquor store bar trailer
- Aspirus Lakeview Hospital – Silver Bay Clinic discussion
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council July 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period* 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Consent Agenda A. June 15, 2026 Regular Meeting B. Treasurer’s Report- February 2026 & March 2026 C. MN Lottery Renewal D. Bay Days Licensing Agreement E. TIF Draw Request #11 and Change Order #4 for Boathouse Bay F. Liquor Store Bar Trailer 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#43 Approval of Garbage Contract with D&D Services d/b/a John’s Sanitary B. Resolution 2026-#44 Lake County Lease Agreement Renewal for Ambulance and Rescue Services C. Perimeter Ditching Letter of Commitment of Funds 7. City Attorney 8. City Engineer 9. Old Business 10. New Business A. Aspirus Lakeview Hospital - Silver Bay Clinic B. Split Rock Lighthouse Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
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Mon Jul 6, 2026
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, July 6, 2026
Present: Excused:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc Shane Hoff
Richard DeRosier
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Tim Costley, City Attorney
Joshua Stier, City Engineer via ZOOM
Sandra Dowd, Northshore Journal via ZOOM
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Donny Thompson
Marica Oates
John Anderson, Sawtooth 16 LLC
Ray Parker
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
Marcia Oates expressed her appreciation regarding the blight cleanup at 43 Davis.
Agenda – Motion by FitzGerald, second by DeRosier to approve the agenda as presented. MOTION
CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
June 15, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- February 2026 and March 2026
MN Lottery Renewal- Annual MN Lottery Renewal, no changes. $20 fee.
Bay Days Licensing Agreement - Licensing agreement for the Bay Days celebration scheduled for
July 10-12th, 2026.
TIF Draw Request #11 and Change Order #4 for Boathouse Bay- Draw request #11 and Change
Order #4. There will be one final draw and change order on all the final quantities and financial review
to close out the project.
Liquor Store Bar Trailer- Council previously approved $14,000 for the purchase of a new bar trailer
for the liquor store. The final purchase price of the new trailer was $14,242.91 after taxes and license.
Motion by Bautch, second by DeRosier to approve the Consent Agenda ite
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
CC
Council will discuss the Golf Course Housing Project and sale of select lots
The Silver Bay City Council meeting on June 15, 2026 will consider routine consent items and several resolutions. New business includes an update on the Golf Course Housing Project and a proposal to sell selected lots. The council will also review a garbage contract renewal and adopt resolutions related to the Multi-Modal Trailhead Center and security cameras.
- Garbage Contract Renewal
- Golf Course Housing Project Update & Proposed Sale of Select Lots
- Resolution 2026-#39 Amendment to Krause Anderson GMP for Change Order #50 and #51 for the Multi-Modal Trailhead Center
- Resolution 2026-#40 Heartland Business Systems for Multi-Modal Trailhead Security Cameras
- Water Treatment Facility and Booster Station Ground Breaking Ceremony – July 7 at 10:00 a.m.
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council June 15, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period* 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Consent Agenda A. June 1, 2026 Regular Meeting B. Treasurer’s Report- January 2026 C. Summer Employment D. Advertisement for City of Silver Bay Candidacy Filing July 14-28th, 2026 E. Water Treatment Facility and Booster Station Ground Breaking Ceremony - July 7th at 10:00 a.m. 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#10A North Shore Management Board Joint Powers Agreement B. Resolution 2026-#38 2026 Election Judges C. Resolution 2026-#39 Amendment to Krause Anderson GMP for Change Order #50 and #51 for the Multi-Modal Trailhead Center D. Resolution 2026-#40 Heartland Business Systems for Multi-Modal Trailhead Security Cameras E. Resolution 2026-#41 Heartland Business Systems for Liquor St
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
CC
✓ Decided: City Council approved sale of three golf course lots and recorded the plat
The council adopted Resolution 2026‑#42, approving a final plat map and authorizing the sale of three golf‑course lots. It also approved security‑camera contracts for the Multi‑Modal Trailhead ($22,055.05) and a liquor store ($24,988.17), and authorized payment of $534,377.77 in claims. Additional resolutions on the North Shore Management Board agreement, election judges, and a $116,265.50 reduction to the Multi‑Modal Trailhead contract were also adopted.
- Approved Resolution 2026‑#42 to record final plat map and sell three golf‑course lots (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Approved motion to let EDA proceed with Z’Up North Realty to price and sell the lots (motion carried)
- Approved payment of $140,924.37 in unpaid claims and $393,453.40 in paid claims (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#40 for Heartland Business Systems security cameras at Trailhead, cost $22,055.05 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#41 for Heartland Business Systems liquor store security cameras, cost $24,988.17 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#39 amendment reducing Multi‑Modal Trailhead contract by $116,265.50, revised total $4,183,789.64 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#10A North Shore Management Board Joint Powers Agreement changes (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#38 election judges with wage $13.00/hour (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, June 15, 2026
Present: Excused:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc Ben Bautch
Shane Hoff Richard DeRosier
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Tim Costley, City Attorney
Cole Ernest, Chief of Police
Nancy’s I-pad via ZOOM
Rick Evans, Northshore Journal via ZOOM
David Drown, Project Manager
Ray Parker
Nathan Stadler
Michelle Stadler
Donny Thompson
Marcia Oates
Nelson French
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
Ray Parker expressed his concern regarding vehicles parking in the no parking area along Horn. Chief
Ernest advised there have been citations issued.
Administrator Fralich noted the updated City website is now live.
Agenda – Motion by FitzGerald, second by Hoff to approve the agenda as presented . MOTION
CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
June 1, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Treasurer’s Report-January 2026
Summer Employment- Mikaela Lindgren for Public Utility Aide at $16.00/hour, Chance Roswold for
Public Utility Aide at $16.00/hour, and Levi Cook for Street Aide at $16.00/hour, all pending background
checks. Start dates to be determined by Department Heads.
Advertisement for City of Silver Bay Candidacy Filing July 14 th-28th, 2026- Candidacy filing will
begin on July 14 th and end at 5:00 p.m. July 28 th, 2026. Filing fee is $2.00. Currently openings are
Mayor and two Council 4-year terms.
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
CC
✓ Decided: City Council adopts new Special Assessment Policy amendment (5-0 vote)
The council approved its agenda and consent agenda items, including the July 10 City Hall closure and scheduled special-budget workshop dates. It adopted Resolution 2026-37, amending the Special Assessment Policy to use income‑based eligibility (Option 1), with a 5‑aye, 0‑nay vote. The council authorized payment of $64,502.50 for unpaid claims and $1,163,273.91 for paid claims. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
- Approved agenda (motion carried)
- Approved consent agenda items, including City Hall closure July 10 and special‑budget workshop dates (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑37 Special Assessment Policy Amendment (Option 1) – 5 aye, 0 nay, 0 excused
- Approved payment of $64,502.50 in unpaid claims and $1,163,273.91 in paid claims (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:30 p.m. (motion carried)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, June 1, 2026
Present:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Tim Costley, City Attorney
John Anderson, Sawtooth 16, LLC
Donny Thompson
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Sandra Dowd, Northshore Journal via ZOOM
Marly Schumacher via ZOOM
Nelson French via ZOOM
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
Donny Thompson asked that EMS be kept up to date regarding construction and ability to get to homes
in the construction area.
Multi-Modal Trailhead Ceremony- Mayor LeBlanc shared the trailhead ribbon cutting ceremony went
well. Attendees included Senator Grant Hauschild, Representative Roger Skraba, Lake County
Commissioner Joe Baltich, IRRRB Commissioner Ida Rukavina, Representatives from Senator
Klobuchar and Representative Stauber’s offices all attended along with 66 people in attendance.
Discussion followed regarding project under budget plus with the additional solar grant fund, this should
allow the city t o add amenities that were previously removed such as playground, security cameras,
picnic tables, signage, and handicap entrance button . Further discussion regarding historical signage
being added, possibly working with high school wood shop class to build shower benches and finding
additional funding to help with the playground expenses and improving ball fields.
Garden Club- P
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
CC
Council to vote on Multi-Modal Trailhead security cameras and policy amendment
The Silver Bay City Council will consider a resolution to install security cameras at the Multi-Modal Trailhead and a special assessment policy amendment. The meeting also includes routine items such as the Treasurer’s Report for January 2026, the scheduled closing of City Hall on July 10th, and setting dates for special budget workshop meetings. All consent agenda items will be approved by a single motion unless a councilmember or citizen requests separate discussion.
- Resolution 2026-#37: Multi-Modal Trailhead Security Cameras
- Special Assessment Policy Amendment
- Treasurer’s Report – January 2026
- Closing of City Hall – July 10th
- Set Special Budget Workshop Meetings
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council June 1, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period A. Multi-Modal Trailhead Ceremony B. Garden Club- Plantings 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Consent Agenda A. May 18, 2026 Regular Meeting B. Treasurer’s Report- January 2026 C. Closing of City Hall- July 10th D. Set Special Budget Workshop Meetings 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#37 Multi-Modal Trailhead Security Cameras B. Special Assessment Policy Amendment 7. City Attorney 8. Old Business 9. New Business 10. Claims A. Paid B. Unpaid 11. Adjourn Click HERE for the ZOOM Meeting Link
*This agenda is posted as a courtesy to the public and is subject to change.
Mon May 18, 2026
CC
✓ Decided: City adopts $1 M flood mitigation engineering plan and $750 k housing grant
The council approved the meeting agenda, including a fireworks agreement, and adopted the consent agenda. It adopted Resolution 2026‑#35 to begin preliminary engineering for the Perimeter Ditch flood‑mitigation project, and Resolution 2026‑#36 to submit a $750,000 workforce‑housing grant application for the Silverpointe II apartments. Additional actions included approving a multi‑modal trailhead policy with a $100 security deposit, purchasing a liquor‑service trailer for up to $14,000, authorizing temporary signage on city property, and authorizing payment of $955,757.60 in unpaid claims and $220,762.53 in paid claims.
- Agenda approved with addition of Fireworks Agreement (motion carried)
- Consent agenda items approved (motion carried)
- Resolution 2026‑#35 Perimeter Ditch preliminary engineering adopted (4 aye, 0 nay, 1 excused)
- Resolution 2026‑#36 Workforce Housing grant application approved (4 aye, 0 nay, 1 excused)
- Multi‑Modal Trailhead policy accepted with $100 security deposit (motion carried)
- Liquor trailer purchase up to $14,000 approved (motion carried)
- Temporary signage lease on city property accepted (motion carried)
- Payment of $955,757.60 unpaid claims and $220,762.53 paid claims approved (Mayor LeBlanc aye, FitzGerald aye, Bautch aye, Hoff aye, DeRosier excused)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, May 18, 2026
Present: Excused:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Tim Costley, City Attorney
Josh Stier, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk via ZOOM
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Sandra Dowd, Northshore Journal via ZOOM
John Anderson, Sawtooth 16, LLC
Donny Thompson
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
Agenda – Motion by FitzGerald, second by Bautch to approve the Agenda with addition of Fireworks
Agreement. MOTION CARRIED.
Communications-
Mayor LeBlanc and the Council expressed thanks to the local fire and police departments for their help
fighting and protecting structures during the recent forest fire by Two Harbors.
Mayor LeBlanc reports the city was recently notified the State Bonding request of $1.7 million was
awarded for the pressure reducing valves project.
Mayor LeBlanc attended the Scenic Byway meeting; FitzGerald will also be attending future meetings.
The Multi-Modal Trailhead Center Ribbon cutting will take place on Thursday, May 21st at 11:00 a.m.
There will be a community meeting to provide information to homeowners regarding the Citywide Street
and Utility Project on Thursday, May 21st 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Adams Blvd.
Consent Agenda –
May 4, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Summer Hires - Two additional summer part -time hires are recommended pe
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Mon May 18, 2026
CC
Council to consider grant application for Silverpointe II workforce housing
The Silver Bay City Council will approve a consent agenda covering routine items such as summer hires and temporary liquor permits. They will consider two resolutions: one for preliminary engineering of a perimeter ditch project and another for a MN Housing Finance Agency workforce housing grant application for Silverpointe II Apartments. New business includes discussion of a liquor store trailer purchase, a request for temporary signage, and the Bay Days 2026 parade. The meeting will conclude with claims review and adjournment.
- Resolution 2026-#35 Bolton & Menk Preliminary Engineering for Perimeter Ditch Project
- Resolution 2026-#36 MN Housing Finance Agency Workforce Housing Grant Application for Silverpointe II Apartments
- Temporary Liquor Permit for Bay Days Event July 10-12, 2026
- Temporary Liquor Permit for Music in the Park (six events)
- Liquor Store Trailer Purchase
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council May 18, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period* 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Consent Agenda A. May 4, 2026 Regular Meeting B. Summer Hires C. Election Judge Wages D. Crescent Investigative Services and Paid Admin Leave E. Lake County Notice to Vacate the Mary Mac as of June 30, 2026 F. Temporary Liquor Permit for Bay Days Event July 10th-12th, 2026 G. Temporary Liquor Permit for Music in the Park Six Events H. Lake Superior School District Bill of Sale for Air Compressors for Mary MacDonald Building I. Silver Bay Website Approval to go Live June 15th, 2026 J. Personnel Policy Amendment 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#35 Bolton & Menk Preliminary Engineering for Perimeter Ditch Project B. Resolution 2026-#36 MN Housing Finance Agency Workforce Housing Grant
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Mon May 4, 2026
CC Min 05-04-26
✓ Decided: Council awarded $7.94M Phase 1A street & utility contract to A‑1 Excavating
The Silver Bay City Council approved its consent agenda and adopted four resolutions, including a cooperative agreement with Lake County and a renewal for the Veteran’s Home. It awarded the Phase 1A street and utility improvement contract to A‑1 Excavating LLC for $7,944,447 and accepted Bolton & Menk’s construction‑administration proposal. The council also approved payment of outstanding claims totaling $463,113.62 and adjourned the meeting.
- Agenda approved (motion carried)
- Consent agenda items approved (motion carried)
- Resolution 2026‑31 cooperative agreement with Lake County adopted (5‑0)
- Awarded Phase 1A contract to A‑1 Excavating LLC for $7,944,447 (5‑0)
- Accepted Bolton & Menk construction‑administration proposal ($953,000 fee) (5‑0)
- Renewed cooperative agreement with Silver Bay Veteran’s Home (5‑0)
- Approved payment of $91,572.74 unpaid claims and $371,540.88 paid claims (5‑0)
- Meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m. (motion carried)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, May 4, 2026
Present:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator Ray Parker
Josh Stier, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk Nathan Stadler
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM Michelle Stadler
Sandra Dowd, Northshore Journal via ZOOM John Anderson
Shannon Walz, Silver Say Public Library Alex Burcum
Rick Evans, Lake County Press Nelson French
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
None
Agenda – Motion by DeRosier, second by Bautch to approve the Agenda as presented. MOTION
CARRIED.
Communications-
None
Consent Agenda –
A. April 20, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Approve Additional Summer Positions: The Public Utilities Superintendent is seeking to hire
up to two Public Utilities Aides, with each paying $16.00/hr. The Silver Bay Public Library is
requesting an additional Library Aide, at an hourly rate of $16.00.
C. Part-Time Summer Employment Hiring:
1) Briar Nelson, Library Aide at the Silver Bay Public Library, Hourly Rate $16.00
2) Gracie Swartz, Library Aide at the Silver Bay Public Library, Hourly Rate $16.00
3) Stella Lapointe, Recreation Aide in the Parks and Rec Dept., Hourly Rate $16.00
4) Sophie Betzler, Recreation Aide in the Parks and Rec Dept., Hourly Rate $16.00
5) Lilly Ernest, Recreation Aide in the Parks and Rec Dept., Hourly Rate $16.00
6) Lindsey Lewis, Campg
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
CC
City Council to approve consent agenda and audit presentation
The Silver Bay City Council will meet to approve the consent agenda, which includes the 2025 City Audit, the 2026 Summer Employee Handbook, and a Rocky Wall Entertainment License Agreement. The meeting will also address a vacant Parks & Rec Board position and a vacant Mary MacDonald Board seat.
- Approval of 2025 City Audit
- Rocky Wall Entertainment License Agreement
- Approval of 2026 Summer Employee Handbook
- Parks & Rec Board vacancy
- Mary MacDonald Board vacancy
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council April 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period* 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Public Presentation: 2025 City Audit 6. Communications A. RAMS Impacts of Iron Mining Trends Forums B. Lake County Press Survive This Invite C. City Code 910.02 Reminder 7 . Approval of Consent Agenda A. April 6, 2026 Regular Meeting B. Treasurer’s Report- December 2025 C. Silver Bay Veterans Home Memorial Day Program D. Amendment to the Vehicle Fleet Safety Program Policy E. Approval of the 2026 Summer Employee Handbook F. Full Sun Services Community Brush Clean-up May 26th G. Rocky Wall Entertainment License Agreement for Music in the Park H. Letters of Support for Rocky Wall Entertainment’s Music in the Park & Capital Planning I. Lake County Aggregate Stockpile Production 8. City Administrator
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
CC Min. 04-20-26
✓ Decided: City approved $643,554 in claim payments and advanced new facility planning
The council accepted the 2025 City Audit and approved the consent agenda items, including the Veterans Home Memorial Day logo request and the 2026 Summer Employee Handbook. A resolution to move forward with conceptual planning for a new Mary MacDonald facility was adopted by a 3‑aye, 2‑nay vote. The council also authorized utility easement negotiations, re‑established the Garden Club, appointed members to the Park & Rec Board and Mary MacDonald Committee, and approved payment of $181,686 in unpaid claims and $461,868.28 in paid claims.
- Accepted 2025 City Audit (motion carried)
- Approved all consent agenda items (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#22 for new Mary MacDonald facility planning (3 aye, 2 nay)
- Authorized negotiations to permanently secure Phase 1 utility easements (motion carried)
- Supported re‑organization of the Garden Club and city covering beautification costs (motion carried)
- Appointed Albertjan Planten Von Afton to Park & Rec Board, term ends Dec 31 2028 (motion carried)
- Appointed Carole Bradbury Pridgen to Mary MacDonald Committee, term ends Dec 21 2027 (motion carried)
- Approved payment of $181,686.00 in unpaid claims and $461,868.28 in paid claims (all aye)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, April 20, 2026
Present:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc via ZOOM
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Josh Stier, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk
Matthew Johnson, Lake County HRA
Aaron Dahl, Bergan KDV vía ZOOM
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Sandra Dowd, Northshore Journal via ZOOM
Lacey Shoen
Kristi Thompson
John Anderson
Muffy Hoffman
Nelson French
Acting Mayor DeRosier called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Period – None at this time.
Agenda – Motion by Hoff, second Bautch to approve the Agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED.
Public Presentation: 2025 City Audit- Aaron Dahl of Bergan-KDV presented the 2025 year-end audit
of financial statement and communications letter prepared by Bergan -KDV. The City received a clear
and unqualified opinion from an independent auditor, which is the highest rating it can achieve. There
was discussion on the Financial Health of the City, Net Income, Expenses, and Cash Investment. The
Council reviewed the audit and thanked the administrative staff and department heads for their work
on the audit and budget. Motion by LeBlanc, second Bautch to accept 2025 Ci ty Audit. MOTION
CARRIED.
Communications-
RAMS Impacts of Iron Mining Trends Forums - RAMS will be hosting forums relating to budget
impacts of Iron Mining Trends. City Administrator Fralich and Financ e Manage r, Donna McCurdy -
Wolke, will
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
CC Min 04-06-26
✓ Decided: City Council approved $913K in claim payments and tabled Mary MacDonald facility plan
The council approved its agenda, including a request from Sawtooth 16, LLC to lift a road restriction. It adopted the consent agenda, which hired a water/wastewater operator, amended the Neighborhood Revitalization Grant rules, approved an ATV event license, granted $3,500 to Storybook Theatre, and allowed a truck crossover on a restricted road. The council also proclaimed April 13‑20 as International Dark Skies Week, tabled the Mary MacDonald facility design resolution, and authorized payment of $325,524.98 in unpaid claims and $587,526.75 in paid claims (vote 4‑0, 1 absent).
- Approved agenda with addition of Sawtooth 16, LLC road lift restriction request (motion carried)
- Approved consent agenda hiring Water/Wastewater Operator Thomas Sandstrom (pending background check)
- Approved amendment to Neighborhood Revitalization Grant Application (no new grants if prior improvement destroyed)
- Approved license agreement for MN ATV Riders “Ride the Shore” event (July 17‑19, 2026)
- Approved $3,500 Lloyd K. Johnson Grant for Storybook Theatre
- Approved Sawtooth 16, LLC road restriction lift request for truck crossover
- Tabled Resolution 2026-#22 Mary MacDonald Conceptual Planning for New Facility
- Approved payment of $325,524.98 unpaid claims and $587,526.75 paid claims (vote 4 ayes, 1 absent)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, April 6, 2026
Present: Excused:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc via ZOOM Ben Bautch
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
James FitzGerald
Tim Costley, City Attorney
June Talus Erica Jensen
Carolyn Hudyma Phil Anderson via ZOOM
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Acting Mayor DeRosier called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
Mayor LeBlanc stated Councilor DeRosier, City Administrator Fralich, and himself attended Capital
Days and met with representatives and senators to discuss bonding requests for pressure reducing
valves and Mary MacDonald building improvements. Specifically, money for pr essure reducer valve
replacements. It was noted that City Administrator Fralich and Bolton & Menk representative were
invited back the following week to testify in a hearing for potential funding. Councilor DeRosier provided
more information regarding pressure reducer valves in the city and why replacements are needed. The
city will be informed end May/first part of June if bonding requests are granted.
Mayor LeBlanc also attended the Lake County ambulance meeting with Councilor FitzGerald and felt
meeting went well with small positive changes starting to help alleviate problems with the ambulance
services for Silver Bay. Councilor FitzGerald will represent the city on the Lake County Ambulance
board.
Agenda – Motion by Hoff, second FitzGerald to approve the Agenda with addition of Sawtooth 16, LLC
Road L
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Mon Apr 6, 2026
CC
Silver Bay Council to approve consent agenda and dark skies proclamation
The Silver Bay City Council will consider a consent agenda containing routine approvals for past meetings, hiring, and grant agreements. The body will also vote on a resolution for conceptual planning of a new facility and a proclamation recognizing dark skies.
- Approval of March 16 and March 31, 2026 meeting minutes
- Hiring of Water/Wastewater Operator
- Amendment to Neighborhood Revitalization Grant Application
- License Agreement for MN ATV Riders 'Ride the Shore' Event
- Lloyd K. Johnson Grant Agreement for Storybook Theater
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council April 6, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period* 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Consent Agenda A. March 16, 2026 Regular Meeting B. March 31, 2026 Special Meeting C. Water/Wastewater Operator Hiring D. Neighborhood Revitalization Grant Application Amendment E. License Agreement for MN ATV Riders “Ride the Shore” Event F. Lloyd K. Johnson Grant Agreement for Storybook Theater 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#22 Mary MacDonald Conceptual Planning for New Facility 7. City Attorney 8. Old Business 9. New Business A. Dark Skies Proclamation 10. Claims A. Paid B. Unpaid 11. Adjourn Click HERE for the ZOOM Meeting Link *Public Comment Guidelines
*This agenda is posted as a courtesy to the public and is subject to change.
Tue Mar 31, 2026
CC Min 03-31-26 Sp. Mtg
✓ Decided: City Council approved street and utility improvement project and outdoor recreation grant
The council adopted Resolution 2026‑#27, authorizing the ordering, plans, specifications, and bid advertisement for Improvement No. 2026‑01A of the citywide street and utility improvement project. It also adopted Resolution 2026‑#30, authorizing the submission of an MN DNR outdoor recreation grant application. Both resolutions passed unanimously (5‑0).
- Approved Resolution 2026‑#27 for street & utility improvement project (5‑0)
- Approved Resolution 2026‑#30 to submit MN DNR outdoor recreation grant (5‑0)
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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
10:00 A.M. March 31, 2026
Present: Mayor Wade LeBlanc via ZOOM
Richard DeRosier via ZOOM
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Mayor LeBlanc called the City Council meeting to order at 10:05 a.m.
The purpose of the meeting is to review and approving Resolution 2026-#27 Authorizing the Ordering
of the Improvement, Approving Plans, and Specification, and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for the
Improvement No. 2026-01A of the 2026 City-wide Street & Utility Improvement and added to the
Agenda, due to the timing of the grant submission of 3/31/26, was approving Resolution 2026-#30
Authorization to submit an MN DNR Outdoor Rec Grant.
Resolution 2026 -#27 Authorizing the Ordering of the Improvement, Approving Plans &
Specifications, and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for Improvement No. 2026-01A of the 2026
Citywide Street & Utility Improvement Project-
Motion by Bautch, second Hoff to approve Resolution 2026 -#27 Authorizing the Ordering of the
Improvement, Approving Plans & Specifications, and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for Improvement
No. 2026-01A of the 2026 Citywide Street & Utility Improvement Project.
Mayor LeBlanc – Aye Member FitzGerald – Aye
Member Bautch – Aye Member DeRosier – Aye
Member Hoff – Aye
RESOLUTION 2026 - 27 WAS ADOPTED: 5 aye, 0 nay, 0 excused
Resolution 2026-#30 Authorization to submit an MN DNR Outdoor Rec Grant
Motion b
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
CC
Council to approve water treatment upgrade contract and related projects
The Silver Bay City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes routine items and several resolutions. Key actions include approving a bid package from Magney Construction for a water treatment facility upgrade and booster station, awarding a tree‑clearing contract to Truax Enterprises for Phase 1 of the citywide street and utility improvement project, and authorizing a solar photovoltaic system interconnection contract. The council will also address a conditional use permit for the Mary MacDonald Business Center, a lease agreement for the same property, and the resignation of Eli Yachts as marina manager.
- Mary MacDonald Business Center Conditional Use Permit for Salveson Floor Care
- Acceptance of resignation of Eli Yachts as Marina Management
- Resolution 2026-#14A: Accept Bid Tabulation Package from Magney Construction for Water Treatment Facility Upgrade and Booster Station
- Resolution 2026-#28: Award contract to Truax Enterprises LLC dba Full Sun Services for Tree Clearing Services for Phase 1 Citywide Street & Utility Improvement Project
- Resolution 2026-#29: MN Power Interconnection for Solar Photovoltaic System Contract
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council March 16, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Consent Agenda A. March 2, 2026 Regular Meeting Min. B. March 9, 2026 Public Hearing Min. C. Summer Employment Advertising D. Campground Host Advertisement E. Board Opening Advertisement F. Mary MacDonald Business Center Conditional Use Permit for Salveson Floor Care G. Mary MacDonald Business Lease Agreement H. Accept Notice of Resignation of Eli Yachts as Marina Management I. Storybook Theatre - Hansen & Gretel Production J. Boathouse Bay TIF Withdrawal #10 K. Day at the Capitol Amendment 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#23 North Shore Boat Works, LLC Independent Contractor Agreement for Marina Management effective May 1, 2026 B. Resolution 2026-#24 Bolton & Menk Proposal for En
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Mon Mar 16, 2026
CC Min 03-16-26
✓ Decided: Council approved $1.95M water treatment upgrade contract
The council approved a $1,953,587 contract with Wescom for the water treatment facility upgrade and booster station. It also adopted contracts for marina management, engineering services, tree clearing, and a $37,500 amendment to engineering work, and authorized a funding application to the state drinking water revolving fund. Additionally, the council accepted the resignation of Eli Yachts as marina manager and approved payment of outstanding claims.
- Accepted resignation of Eli Yachts as Marina Management (effective April 30, 2026)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#23: North Shore Boat Works, LLC Marina Management contract effective May 1, 2026 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#24: Bolton & Menk engineering services (indirect costs) $1,225,000 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#14A: Awarded water treatment upgrade bid to Wescom $1,953,587 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#25: Amendment to Bolton & Menk services for PRV and transmission line work $37,500 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#26: Authorized application to MN Public Facilities Authority Drinking Water Revolving Fund (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#28: Awarded tree‑clearing contract to Truax Enterprises LLC $42,500 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Approved payment of $191,933.02 in unpaid claims and $287,358.94 in paid claims (motion carried)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, March 16, 2026
Present: Excused: Ben Bautch
Mayor Wade LeBlanc Shane Hoff
Richard DeRosier
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Tim Costley, City Attorney
Josh Stier, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk via ZOOM
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Rick Evans, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Phil Anderson, via ZOOM Ray Parker
Debbie Russell Kelsie Johnson
John Anderson, Sawtooth 16, LLC
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
Mayor LeBlanc stated he will be attending the Lake County Ambulance Service meeting, along with
Councilor FitzGerlad next week.
Agenda – Motion by DeRosier, second FitzGerald to approve the Agenda as presented. MOTION
CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
March 2, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
March 9, 2026 Public Hearing Minutes
Summer Employment Advertising- Only changes from previous year is the Special Event Bartenders
added as temporary/seasonal position.
Campground Host Advertisement - The Park & Recreation board is recommending advertising for
2026 Campground Host.
Board Opening Advertisement- The Park & Recreation Board and Mary MacDonald Committee each
have a vacancy on their boards so Council will advertise for these openings.
Mary MacDonald Business Center Conditional Use Permit for Salveson Floor Care- The Planning
& Zoning Commission recommended approval for a conditional use permit to Juel Salveson, Salveson
Floor
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
CC
Public hearing on Adams Blvd infrastructure improvements
The Silver Bay City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Improvement No. 2026-1A. The discussion focuses on replacing surfacing and utilities on Adams Blvd north of Banks Blvd and Arthur Circle.
- Public hearing for Improvement No. 2026-1A: 2026 Citywide Street and Utility Improvements, Phase 1-A
- Infrastructure replacement including surfacing and utilities on Adams Blvd north of Banks Blvd and Arthur Circle
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council March 9, 2026, 4:30 p.m. Public Hearing Reunion Hall 97 Outer Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614 The City of Silver Bay City Council will hold a Public Hearing Regarding the Improvement No. 2026-1A; Adams Blvd North of Banks Blvd and Arthur Circle; by replacing infrastructure including surfacing and utilities.
AGENDA
1. Call to Order 2. Improvement No. 2026-1A 2026 Citywide Street and Utility Improvements, Phase 1-A 3. Public Comments 4. Adjourn
*This agenda is posted as a courtesy to the public and is subject to change.
Mon Mar 9, 2026
CC Min 03-09-26 Public Hearing Phase 1A
✓ Decided: City Council adjourns the public hearing on Improvement No. 2026-1A
The council held a public hearing on Proposed Improvement No. 2026-1A for Adams Blvd. north of Banks Blvd. and Arthur Circle. No written or verbal comments were received and the council took no action on the project. The hearing was formally adjourned by a motion that carried.
- Adjourn public hearing (motion carried)
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CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING
4:30 P.M. Monday, March 9, 2026
Present:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Joshua Stier, City Engineer Bolton & Menk
Ruth Gubrud Brandon & Heather Goutermont
Ron & Barb Bautch Jon Denzer
Rob & Victoria Grugg-Nyquist Nancy & Steve Clarke
Yvonne Brickles June Talus
Mary (Muffy) Hoffman Jenny & Willa Bjerken
Mark Wojchik Chris Peterson
Gina Viola & Jason DeRosia Belinda & Chad Krivan
Debbie Ackley
Mayor LeBlanc called the public hearing to order at 4:30 p.m.
Mayor LeBlanc described the purpose for the hearing is to obtain comments regarding the
Proposed Improvement No. 2026-1A, Adams Blvd. North of Banks Blvd. and Arthur Circle
and MN Statutes, Chapter 429 Property Assessments and no action will be made by the
Council.
Joshua Stier of Bolton & Menk explained the details of the proposed improvements to
Adams Blvd. (North of Banks Blvd.) and Arthur Circle, of the Citywide Street and Utility
Project which includes street reconstruction, pavement, curbs/gutters, sidewalks,
driveways, water, sewer, and storm water line replacements. Stier reviewed combining
the water main looping project with the water treatment plant project for cost efficiency,
pavement and sewer line conditions, reducing sidewalks to one side of street to save
money, and timeline of project. He reviewed the MN 429 Statutes and how the
assessments were applied to residential properties based on
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
CC Min 03-02-26
✓ Decided: City adopts $3 M IRRRB grant for Phase 1 street and utility project
The council adopted Resolution 2026‑#21, approving a $3,000,000 IRRRB grant for Phase 1 citywide street and utility improvements (5‑aye vote). A proposal for Bolton & Menk professional services for Mary Mac planning was tabled until April 6. The council also approved payment of $134,478.67 in unpaid claims and $251,356.80 in paid claims. The meeting was adjourned at 7:01 p.m.
- Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
- Approved consent agenda items, including declaration of 18 Mueller hydrants as surplus (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#21 IRRRB Grant Agreement for Phase 1 street & utility – $3,000,000 (5 aye, 0 nay, 0 excused)
- Tabled Resolution 2026‑#22 Bolton & Menk professional services for Mary Mac planning until April 6
- Approved payment of $134,478.67 in unpaid claims and $251,356.80 in paid claims (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:01 p.m. (motion carried)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, March 2 2026
Present:
Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Tim Costley, City Attorney
Josh Stier, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk
Rick Evans, Northshore Journal via ZOOM
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Steve VanHouse Ray Parker
Mary Hoffman Alice Tibbetts
Gary Thompson Vicki Hoff
Patti Paulson Gregory Lien
No name given, “Justtesting” via ZOOM
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Public Comment Period –
Ray Parker expressed concern regarding parking lots being plowed in the city before some of the
streets during the last snow storm.
Patti Paulson expressed concern regar ding the previous EDA meeting and their handling of the loan
amendment request by SophiaLee, Inc.
Mayor LeBlanc stated he recently attended Legislative Session Priority dinner and met with local
legislature representatives. Mayor LeBlanc also attended the Scenic Byway meeting and asked if any
council member is interested in representing the city at the quarterly meetings . Mayor LeBlanc also
expressed thank you to the organizers of the Snow Day in the Bay event held February 28th.
Agenda – Motion by Bautch, second DeRosier to approve the Agenda as presented . MOTION
CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
February 17, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Exchange Day Advertisement-
The city has set May 16th, June 13th, August 15th, and September
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Mon Mar 2, 2026
CC
City Council to approve $3 million IRRRB street and utility grant
The Silver Bay City Council will vote on routine consent‑agenda items and consider several resolutions. It will approve a $3,000,000 IRRRB grant for Phase 1 citywide street and utility work and a contract with Bolton & Menk for Mary Mac planning. The council will also hear a request from SophiaLee, LLC to amend the COVID‑19 Taconite Community Relief loan agreement.
- Resolution 2026-#21: IRRRB Grant Agreement for Phase 1 Citywide Street & Utility – $3,000,000 FY26
- Resolution 2026-#22: Bolton & Menk Professional Services for Mary Mac Planning
- Declare 18 Mueller Hydrants as surplus
- Capitol Days event scheduled for March 17‑19, 2026
- SophiaLee, LLC request to amend COVID‑19 Taconite Community Relief Loan Agreement
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council March 2, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment Period 4. Approval Of Agenda 5. Approval of Consent Agenda A. February 17, 2026 Regular Meeting Min B. Exchange Day Advertisement C. Neighborhood Revitalization Grant Advertisment D. MN Dept. of Health Turbidity Monitoring Notice of Violation E. Declare 18 Mueller Hydrants as Surplus F. Capitol Days- March 17th-19th, 2026 6. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#21 IRRRB Grant Agreement for Phase 1 Citywide Street & Utility- $3,000,000 FY26 B. Resolution 2026-#22 Bolton & Menk Professional Services for Mary Mac Planning 7. City Attorney 8. Old Business 9. New Business A. SophiaLee, LLC Request to Amend COVID-19 Taconite Community Relief Loan Agreement 10. Claims A. Paid B. Unpaid 11. Adjourn Click HERE for the ZOOM Meeting Link
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Tue Feb 17, 2026
CC Min. 02-17-26
✓ Decided: City Council adopts 2025 budget amendment and multiple funding resolutions
The council approved the 2025 budget amendment, allocating $13,153,980 in revenue and $14,471,970 in expenditures. It also adopted several fund transfer, grant, and infrastructure resolutions, and approved payments for outstanding claims. All actions were adopted with three ayes and two members excused.
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#15 2025 Budget Amendment ($13,153,980 revenue, $14,471,970 expenditure) – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#16 2025 General Fund Transfers totaling $279,225 to Library, Airport, Arena, Parks & Rec, Community Building, Park State Bank Fund, EDA, Housing, and Public Works – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#17 Setting Public Hearing for Proposed Improvement No. 2026-1A on March 9, 2026 – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#18 MN Dept. of Commerce Solar Grant of $90,720 for Multi-Modal Trailhead Center – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#19 Krause Anderson Change Order of $34,462.31 for electrical upgrades to the Multi-Modal Trailhead – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#20 Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota for the Silver Bay Police Department – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
- Adopted motion to use Lake County HRA as the Economic Development Coordinator for the city – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
- Approved payment of $98,466.81 in unpaid claims and $194,599.41 in paid claims – 3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Present: Shane Hoff, Acting Mayor Excused: Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Ben Bautch Richard DeRosier
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Ray Parker
City Administrator Fralich called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Motion by Bautch, second FitzGerald to appoint Councilor Hoff to chair meeting due to absence of
Mayor LeBlanc and Alternate Mayor DeRosier. MOTION CARRIED.
Public Comment Period – No public comments at this time.
Councilor Bautch expressed thanks to the Water Department during the recent water break fix on
Arthur. Also congratulations to Sheriff Nate Stadler on his upcoming retirement.
Councilor FitzGerald noted the Library Board meeting scheduled for Feb. 18th has been canceled.
Agenda – Motion by Bautch, second FitzGerald to approve the Agenda as presented. MOTION
CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
February 2, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
February 9, 2026 Public Hearing Minutes
Depreciated Item Surplus Disposal - Retroactive to 12/31/25 - List to be removed: Water/Sewer -
2001 F-350 Truck (sold), 1984 Ford Tandem Truck (trade-in). Business Park- Block 3, Lots 7-10; Block
5, Lots 1-7; and a portion of Block 4, Lot 6 ; and a portion of Block 7, Lot 2 (sold for Boathouse Bay).
Parks- 1985 chain-link fence, 2005 ball field fence, 2006 backstop, 1966 Rec Building, 1966 Senior
Workshop, 1996 Senior Workshop Siding Renovation, 2000 Senior Workshop addition, 2013
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
CC Min 02-02-26
✓ Decided: Council approved water treatment facility bid and adopted new fee schedules
The council adopted the amended 2026 Fee Schedule and the amended 2026 Fine Schedule, each with a 5‑aye vote. It approved the Magney Construction bid for the Water Treatment Facility and Booster Station, except for the electrical portion, also by a 5‑aye vote. The council authorized payment of $40,062.10 in unpaid claims and $760,393.94 in paid claims.
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#5A Amended Fee Schedule (5 aye, 0 nay)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-#7A Amended Fine Schedule (5 aye, 0 nay)
- Approved Magney Construction bid for Water Treatment Facility & Booster Station, minus electrical portion (5 aye, 0 nay)
- Authorized payment of $40,062.10 in unpaid claims (5 aye, 0 nay)
- Authorized payment of $760,393.94 in paid claims (5 aye, 0 nay)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Monday, February 2, 2026
Present: Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator Eric & Teresa Judkins
Josh Stier, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk via ZOOM Nathan Stadler
Brian Guldan, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk via ZOOM Michelle Stadler
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM Ray Parker
Rick Evans, Lake County Press via ZOOM John Anderson
David Drown, David Drown & Associates
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:01p.m.
Agenda – Motion by DeRosier, second by Bautch to approve the Agenda as presented. MOTION
CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
January 20, 2026 Public Hearing Minutes
January 20, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
Accept Resignation of Brandon Lubich, Water-Wastewater Operator
Approve internal posting and advertisement for open Water-Wastewater Operator Position
Motion by Fitzgerald, second by Hoff to approve the consent agenda items. MOTION CARRIED.
Petitions, Requests, and Communications –
Public Comments - Mr. Parker asked for clarifications on the communications segment of council
meetings.
Mayor/Council Communication - Member Fitzgerald shared the Library Board’s appreciation for
approving the Silver Bay Public Library to be open on Saturday’s during the school year. Mayor LeBlanc
mentioned that he has heard several comments from city residents and non -residents alike about
looking forward to the Multi-Mo
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Mon Feb 2, 2026
CC
City Council to review water, sewer, and stormwater rate study
The Silver Bay City Council will receive a presentation on a water, sewer, and stormwater rate study by David Drown & Associates. The body will also consider updates to the city's fee and fine schedules and review construction bids for water infrastructure.
- Water, Sewer, & Stormwater Rate Study presentation by David Drown & Associates
- Resolution 2026-#5A: Amended 2026 Fee Schedule
- Resolution 2026-7A: Amended 2026 Fine Schedule
- Resolution 2026-#14: Magney Construction bid tabulation for Water Treatment Facility & Booster Station Improvements
- Advertising for an open Water-Wastewater Operator position
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council February 2, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval Of Agenda 4. Consent Agenda A. January 20, 2026 Public Hearing Min B. January 20, 2026 Regular Mtg Min . C. Resignation of Brandon Lubich, Water-Wastewater Operator. D. Advertise for Open Water-Wastewater Operator position 5. Petitions, Requests, & Comm. A. Public Comments B. Mayor/Council Communications 6. Presentation- A. Water, Sewer, & Stormwater Rate Study by David Drown & Associates 7. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#5A Amended 2026 Fee Schedule B. Resolution 2026-7A Amended 2026 Fine Schedule C. Resolution 2026-#14 Magney Construction Bid Tabulation for Water Treatment Facility & Booster Station Improvements 8. City Attorney 9. Old Business 10. New Business 11. Claims A. Paid B. Unpaid 12. Adjourn Click HERE for the ZOOM M
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
CC
City Council to consider expanding board membership at Mary MacDonald Business Center
The Silver Bay City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a revision of City Code Chapter 2, Section 230.15. The proposed change would increase the number of members serving on the board at the Mary MacDonald Business Center, Subd. 2. No decision has been made at this meeting.
- Revision of City Code Chapter 2, Section 230.15 for Mary MacDonald Business Center, Subd. 2 to increase board membership
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WADE LEBLANC
Mayor
RICHARD DEROSIER
Council Member
JAMES FITZGERALD
Council Member
SHANE HOFF
Council Member
BEN BAUTCH
Council Member
LANA FRALICH
City Administrator
TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY
City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council
January 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Public Hearing
7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
The City of Silver Bay City Council will hold a Public
Hearing Regarding the Revision of the Silver Bay City
Code Chapter 2, Administration and Operations, Section
230.15 Mary Mac Business Center, Subd. 2,
Membership- increasing number of members to serve on
board.
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Revision of City Code Chapter 2,
Administrative and Operations, Section
230.15 Mary MacDonald Business Center,
Subd. 2, Membership
3. Public Comments
4. Adjourn
Tue Jan 20, 2026
CC
Council will consider a feasibility report and hearing for Phase 1A street upgrades.
The Silver Bay City Council will review several routine items on the consent agenda, including meeting minutes and a Treasurer's Report. Council members will consider a Joint Powers Agreement for the North Shore Management Board. They will also order, accept, and schedule a public hearing for the Phase 1A Citywide Street and Utility Improvement Project feasibility report.
- Approve January 5, 2026 Annual Meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Approve January 14, 2026 Special Joint Meeting minutes (consent agenda)
- Approve Treasurer’s Report for November 2025 (consent agenda)
- Resolution 2026‑#10 Joint Powers Agreement for North Shore Management Board
- Resolutions 2026‑#11 and #12 ordering and accepting feasibility report, and calling public hearing for Phase 1A Citywide Street and Utility Improvement Project
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WADE LEBLANC
Mayor
RICHARD DEROSIER
Council Member
JAMES FITZGERALD
Council Member
SHANE HOFF
Council Member
BEN BAUTCH
Council Member
LANA FRALICH
City Administrator
TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY
City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council
January 20, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Regular Council Meeting
Silver Bay City Hall
7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by
the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or
citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the
consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Approval Of Agenda
4. Consent Agenda
A. January 5, 2026 Annual Meeting
Minutes
B. January 14, 2026 Special Joint Meeting
Minutes
C. Treasurer’s Report- November 2025
D. LMC Safety and Loss Control Training -
Lisa Christenson
E. Mn Police Chief’s Association ETI
Training & Expo Conference - Cole
Ernest
F. Sanctuary on the North Shore Short-
Term Rental Permit Renewal
5. .Petitions, Request, and Comm.
A. Public Comments
B. Mayor/Council Communications City
6. Administrator
A. Resolution 2026-#9 Chapter 2, Section
230.15, Subd. 2 City Code Amendment
B. Resolution 2026-#10 Joint Powers
Agre
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
CC Min. 01-2026
✓ Decided: City Council expands board to 7 members, adding four at‑large seats
The council adopted a code amendment increasing the board size from five to seven members, with four at‑large seats (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused). It also approved a joint powers agreement for the North Shore Management Board and moved forward with the Phase 1A Citywide Street and Utility Improvement Project by ordering a feasibility report, accepting the report, and scheduling a public hearing. Additional actions included amending the Kraus‑Anderson contract for the Multi‑Modal Trailhead Center, directing a reduced‑cost grant submission for the trailhead, and approving payment of outstanding city claims.
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#9 to increase board size to 7 members (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#10 Joint Powers Agreement for North Shore Management Board (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#11 to order feasibility report for Phase 1A Street & Utility Project (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#12 to accept feasibility report and set public hearing for Feb 9, 2026 (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑#13 amendment to Kraus‑Anderson contract (COR 30 reduced $253.01, COR 33 added $3,812.09) (3 aye, 0 nay, 2 excused)
- Directed Bolton & Menk to reduce grant‑submission cost to $3,000 or have city staff submit (motion carried)
- Approved payment of $507,797.85 in unpaid claims plus additional amounts for street project and parking lot (motion carried)
- Approved agenda with addition of Resolution 2026‑#13 and other items (motion carried)
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CITY COUNCIL
6:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Present: Mayor Wade LeBlanc Excused: Ben Bautch,
Richard DeRosier Shane Hoff
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Brandon Mandt, Bolton & Menk
Mary (Muffy) Stefanich Hoffman Ray Parker
Rick Evans, Northshore Journal via ZOOM Alex Burcum
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM Carolyn Hudyma
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
Agenda – Motion by DeRosier, second FitzGerald to approve the Agenda with addition of Resolution
2026-#13, Silver Trail Riders License Agreement, and Bolton & Menk Recreation Grant Proposal .
MOTION CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
January 5, 2026 Annual Meeting Minutes
January 14, 2026 Special Joint Meeting Minutes
Treasurer’s Report- November 2025
LMC Safety & Loss Control Training - Lisa Christenson - MN Cities Safety and Loss Control
workshop on April 23, 2026 relating to elections and zoning. Cost of training is $20, plus one night stay
for $145.44, normal meals and mileage.
MN Police Chief’s Association ETI Training & Expo Conference - Cole Ernest- Chief Ernest will
attend the MN Police Chief’s Association’s Executive Training & Expo conference held in St. Cloud ,
April 13-16th. The cost of training is $585 plus 3 night stay at $169/night, normal meals and mileage.
Chief Ernest has applied for a $1000 scholarship but is not guaranteed to receive.
Sanctuary on the North Shore Short -Term Rental Permit Renewal -
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
CC Min. 01-20-26 Public Hearing Chapter 2
✓ Decided: City Council adjourned the public hearing
Mayor LeBlald opened a public hearing to gather comments on a proposed revision to City Code Chapter 2, Section 230.15. No members of the public offered comments. A motion to adjourn the hearing was made by FitzGerald, seconded by DeRosier, and the motion carried. The council will address the code revision at the subsequent regular meeting.
- Adjourn public hearing (motion carried)
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CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING
6:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Present: Mayor Wade LeBlanc Excused: Ben Bautch
Richard DeRosier Shane Hoff
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Mary (Muffy) Stefanich Hoffman Ray Parker
Brandon Mandt, Bolton & Menk Alex Burcum
Rick Evans, Northshore Journal via ZOOM Carolyn Hudyma
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM
Mayor LeBlanc called the public hearing to order at 6:00 p.m.
Mayor LeBlanc described the purpose for the hearing is to obtain comments regarding the
Proposed Revision of City Code Chapter 2, Administration and Operations, Section 230.15
Mary Mac Business Center, Subd. 2 Membership- Increasing number of members from 5
to 7 to serve on the board.
Mayor LeBlanc explained that the Council will open the hearing up for public comments,
take comments, and then adjourn the Public Hearing. The Regular meeting will
immediately follow the Public Hearing at which time the City Council will accept, deny, or
table the revision of City Code Chapter 2, Administration and Operations, Section 230.15
Mary Mac Business Center, Subd. 2 Membership- Increasing number of members to serve
on the board from 5 to 7 with 4 at large members.
Mayor LeBlanc asked for public comments.
Mayor LeBlanc asked again for public comments. There were none.
Mayor LeBlanc called for a final time any other comments. Hearing none he requested a
motion to close the Public Hearing.
Motion by Fitz
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Wed Jan 14, 2026
CC Min. 01-14-26 sp mtg
✓ Decided: City Council, Mary Mac and EDA meetings adjourned at 5:37 p.m.
During the special joint meeting on January 14, 2026, motions were made to adjourn the Mary MacDonald meeting, the EDA meeting, and the City Council meeting. Each motion was seconded and carried. No other substantive actions or approvals were recorded.
- Adjourn Mary MacDonald meeting (motion by VanHouse, second Salveson) – carried
- Adjourn EDA meeting (motion by French, second Smuk) – carried
- Adjourn City Council meeting (motion by Bautch, second FitzGerald) – carried
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SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING WITH
MARY MACDONALD COMMITTEE & EDA
Purpose was to review and discuss the results of the Mary MacDonald
Facility Condition Assessment conducted by Kraus-Anderson
4:00 P.M. January 14, 2026
Present: Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Pete Auvinen, Kraus-Anderson
Mauri Solomon, Kraus-Anderson
Steve VanHouse, EDA, Mary MacDonald, P&Z
Nelson French, EDA, P&Z
Juel Salveson, Mary MacDonald
Beth Smuk, EDA
Donny Thompson, EDA via ZOOM
Ron & Barb Bautch
Marcia Oates
David Samuel
Mary Stefanich Hoffman
Carolyn Hudyma
Shelley Cheney
Gerry Cheney
Mayor LeBlanc called the City Council meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
Mary Mac Board Chair VanHouse called the Mary MacDonald meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
EDA Chair French called the EDA meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
It was noted there was a quorum of the Planning & Zoning Board attending.
The purpose of the meeting is to review and discuss the Facility Conditions Assessment of the Mary
MacDonald building as completed by Kraus-Anderson.
Councilor Hoff presented a summary highlighting the importance of the Mary Mac building to the city.
The Mary MacDonald Business center currently holds 7 businesses in which 5 are growing, 24 full
time equivalent jobs, $1.1M in payroll, $6.5M in goods and services. It is also the location of key
community uses and ben
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Wed Jan 14, 2026
CC, EDA, MM
Review of the Mary MacDonald Building facility assessment
The Silver Bay City Council, the Mary MacDonald Committee, and the Economic Development Authority will hold a joint workshop to review the facility assessment of the Mary MacDonald Building prepared by Kraus–Anderson. The meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the ReUnion Hall, 97 Outer Dr, Silver Bay. The agenda includes a call to order, the assessment review, and adjournment.
- Facility Assessment – Mary MacDonald Building (review of Kraus–Anderson report)
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Silver Bay City Council Mary MacDonald Committee Economic Development Authority January 14, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Joint Meeting ReUnion Hall 97 Outer Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
The City Council, Mary MacDonald Committee, and Economic Development Authority have Called a Joint Workshop Meeting for the Purpose of Reviewing the Facility Assessment of the Mary MacDonald Building completed by Kraus –Anderson.
AGENDA
1. Call to Order 2. Facility Assessment- Mary MacDonald Building 3. Adjourn
*This agenda is posted as a courtesy to the public and is subject to change.
Mon Jan 5, 2026
CC
Council will consider the MPCA Stormwater Resiliency Grant resolution
The Silver Bay City Council will meet on January 5, 2026 to adopt a consent agenda of routine items and to vote on several resolutions, including designations of official newspaper and depositories, appointment of an acting mayor, board and committee assignments, city fee changes, meals and mileage reimbursement, city fines, and an MPCA Stormwater Resiliency Grant. The meeting will also include a public presentation on the Lake County Veterans Memorial Association and the library strategic plan, and will address petitions, the mayor's letter to the state, legislative session priorities, and other business items.
- Resolution 2026-#8 MPCA Stormwater Resiliency Grant
- Resolution 2026-#5 City Fees
- Resolution 2026-#3 Appointment of Acting Mayor
- Public Presentation – Library Strategic Plan
- Jim Rich Commercial Building Official Contract (surplus item)
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WADE LEBLANC Mayor RICHARD DEROSIER Council Member JAMES FITZGERALD Council Member SHANE HOFF Council Member BEN BAUTCH Council Member LANA FRALICH City Administrator TIMOTHY A. COSTLEY City Attorney
Silver Bay City Council January 5, 2026, 6:00 p.m. Annual Council Meeting Silver Bay City Hall 7 Davis Dr, Silver Bay MN 55614
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
AGENDA
Memorandum 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval Of Agenda 4. Consent Agenda A. December 15, 2025 Reg. Mtg B. Surplus Items: a. Plow Truck b. 4-wheeler C. PSHRA Membership-Jeff Hoffman D. Public Library Association Conference-Shannon Walz E. Jim Rich Commercial Bldg Official Contract F. 2025 City Audit 5. Public Presentation A. Lake County Veterans Memorial Association B. Shannon Walz- LIbrary Strategic Plan 6. Petitions, Requests, and Communications A. Public Comments B. Mayor/Council Communication C. Mayors Letter to the State of MN D. 2026 Legislative Session Priorities E. Capital Days 7. City Administrator A. Resolution 2026-#1 Designation of Official Newspaper B. Resolution 2026-#2 Designation of Official Depositories C. Resolution 2026-#3 Appointment of Acting Mayor D. Resolution
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Mon Jan 5, 2026
CC Min. 01-05-26
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CITY COUNCIL
ANNUAL
6:00 P.M. Monday, January 5, 2026
Present: Mayor Wade LeBlanc
Richard DeRosier
Shane Hoff
Ben Bautch
James FitzGerald
Lana Fralich, City Administrator
Josh Stier, City Engineer, Bolton & Menk via ZOOM
Shannon Walz, Silver Bay Library- left at 6:15
Kitty Mayo, Lake County Press via ZOOM Northshore Journal via ZOOM
Gordy Anderson, Lake Co. Veterans Association- left at 6:10
Keith A. Larson, Lake Co. Veterans Association- left at 6:10
Nathan Stadler, Lake Co. Sheriff Michelle Stadler
Jake Stadler Mary Planten-Krell
Albertjan Planten Vanafton Carolyn Hudyma
Lisa DeRosier
Mayor LeBlanc called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Agenda – Motion by Hoff, second Bautch to approve the Agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED.
Consent Agenda –
December 15, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
Surplus Items- Plow Truck & 4 -Wheeler- 1999 Sterling Caterpillar Plow Truck has been declared
surplus and will be placed for bid. Minimum bid price is $15,000. A 2005 Polaris 800 4 -wheeler has
been declared surplus and will be placed for bid with a minimum bid of $500.
PSHRA Membership - Jeff Hoffman - Annual Public Sector Human Resources Association
membership for Jeff Hoffman at a cost of $175/annually.
Public Library Association Conference-Shannon Walz- Shannon Walz will be attending the Public
Library Association conference April 1-3rd in Minneapolis. The cost will be reimbursed by the Arrowhead
Library Association w
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