St. Francis, MN

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The City Council is holding a special meeting to canvass the results of the recount for the Office of Mayor. The agenda includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and approval of the agenda, followed by the special business of the recount results.

• Canvass results of the recount for the Office of Mayor

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The St. Francis City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 17, 2026, with several action items. The council will consider a second reading of an ordinance amending the city's traffic code, approve a site plan for the St. Francis Strip Mall, and vote on resolutions to extend an approval for the Bluffs of Rum River development and declare police department property surplus for sale. The meeting also includes a presentation from Alexandra House and discussion of a pilot project with the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.

• Ordinance 359, second reading, amending chapter 7, section 3 'traffic' of the city code
• Resolution 2026-31 approving site plan for St. Francis Strip Mall at South 47
• Resolution 2026-29 extending approval for Bluffs of Rum River development
• Resolution 2026-30 declaring police department abandoned property surplus and authorizing sale
• Presentation by Alexandra House

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The St. Francis City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to canvass the results of the primary election. This is a procedural step to officially certify the election outcomes. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Canvass election results for the Primary Election

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The St. Francis Parks Commission is meeting to discuss several park projects, including an Anoka County block grant update, the warming house/ice rink, Dellwood Park restoration, and half-court basketball installations. They will also consider an invitation related to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes approval of minutes and member reports.

• Anoka County Block Grant Update
• Dellwood Park Restoration Project
• Half Court Basketball Installations
• Warming House/Ice Rink Update
• 2050 Comp Plan Invitation

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The St. Francis City Council will hold a regular meeting to decide whether to waive municipal consent for the TH47 Reconstruction Project and receive an update on low-dose hemp-derived THC products. The council will also consider a request for legal services proposals, a traffic ordinance amendment, and routine approvals such as minutes and claims payments.

• Waiver of Municipal Consent for TH47 Reconstruction Project (SP 0206-91) with Resolution 2026-28
• Update on Low Dose Hemp Derived THC Products
• Request for Qualifications and Proposal for Legal Services — Civil and/or Prosecution
• First Reading of Ordinance 359 amending Chapter 7, Section 3 'Traffic' of the City Code

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The City Council will hold a preliminary budget discussion for FY 2027 and consider the Rum River Fire District budget. The meeting also includes a work session on the Comprehensive Plan and the appointment of election judges for the August 11, 2026 primary.

• FY 2027 Preliminary Budget discussion
• Rum River Fire District Budget approval
• Resolution 2026-27 appointing election judges for August 11, 2026
• PPW Boiler Replacement
• Comprehensive Plan work session

The City Council continued the approval of the 2027 Rum River Fire District budget until more detailed line-item comparisons and training costs are provided. Council also discussed a preliminary 2027 general budget proposing a 10.17% levy increase. A joint work session for the 2050 comprehensive plan was scheduled for September 14.

• Approved regular City Council agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including July 6 minutes and election judge appointments (5-0)
• Tabled Rum River Fire District 2027 budget approval pending further documentation
• Scheduled joint comprehensive plan work session for September 14 at 6:00 p.m.

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The St. Francis Planning Commission will convene to approve minutes, discuss regular business, and hold a public hearing regarding the South 47 Retail Site Plan.

• Public Hearing: South 47 Retail Site Plan
• Approval of Minutes
• South 47 Retail Site Plan discussion

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The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan, conduct a second reading of an ordinance amendment on gambling regulations, and consider plans for Trunk Highway 47 utility improvements. They will also review site plans for Top Tier Automotive and a plat for Turtle Ponds 6th Addition. Consent agenda includes routine sewer cleaning, water tower rehab, a tobacco license, and development agreements.

• Public hearing on 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance amendment – Chapter 6 Section 5 Gambling (second reading)
• Plans and specifications for Trunk Highway 47 Utility Improvements
• Top Tier Automotive site improvement performance agreement and site plan
• Turtle Ponds 6th Addition preliminary and final plat

The City Council approved the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) by a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Faanes dissenting. The plan is a five-year schedule of proposed projects and purchases, not a budget, and includes a proposed $120,000 increase to the street levy for 2027. The council also approved the second reading of Ordinance 358 on gambling regulations, authorized staff to prepare plans for Trunk Highway 47 utility improvements, and approved a new rental policy for City Hall Chambers.

• Approved the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution 2026-22) by a 4-1 vote.
• Approved the second reading of Ordinance 358 amending City Code Chapter 6, Section 5 on gambling (4-1).
• Adopted Resolution 2026-23 authorizing summary publication of Ordinance 358 (5-0).
• Approved staff to prepare plans and specifications for Trunk Highway 47 utility improvements with Alternative 3 as the design alternative (5-0).
• Approved the City Hall Chambers rental policy (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 2026-24 approving the site plan for Top Tier Automotive (5-0).
• Approved Resolution 2026-25 approving the preliminary and final plat for the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition (5-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including a tobacco license for Cloud Kings Smoke and a police canine donation (5-0).

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plat for Turtle Ponds 6th Addition and discuss the Top Tier Automotive site plan. Other agenda items are procedural (call to order, minutes, public comment).

• Public hearing: Turtle Ponds 6th Addition Preliminary Plat
• Discussion: Top Tier Automotive Site Plan

City Council

The St. Francis City Council will consider a consent agenda including a donation from Federal Premium Ammunition, street project payments, and rental license approvals. They will also hold the first reading of Ordinance 358, which amends city code on business regulation and gambling.

• Resolution 2026-21 accepting donation from Federal Premium Ammunition for Winning With Cops
• Approval of Pay Estimate No. 5 for the 2025 Street Reconstruction Project
• Approval of Change Order No. 1 for the 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project and Woodbine Street Extension
• First reading of Ordinance 358 amending Chapter 6, Section 5 on gambling regulations
• Site Improvement Performance Agreement for Willow Ridge Business Center

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 358 to amend gambling regulations, removing a required contribution to the City fund. The Council established August 1 as the effective date for the amendment. A consent agenda including street project payments and rental licenses was also approved.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 358 regarding gambling regulations (5-0)
• Established August 1 as the effective date for Ordinance 358
• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution 2026-21 for Winning with Cops donation (5-0)
• Approved Pay Estimate No. 5 for 2025 Street Reconstruction Project (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 2026 Street Rehabilitation and Woodbine Street Extension projects (5-0)
• Approved rental license approvals (5-0)
• Approved Site Improvement Performance Agreement for Willow Ridge Business Center (5-0)
• Approved Rivers Edge 8th Addition Financial Security Reduction (5-0)

City Council

The council will vote on Resolution 2026-19 to accept bids and award a contract for the 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project and the Woodbine Street Extension Project. It will also consider Resolution 2026-20 approving a Conditional Use Permit and Interim Use Permit for a personal wireless facility and tower over 75 feet. A consent agenda includes extending an interim use permit for a gravel drive at 24174 Nacre St NW, and the council will hear an update from Allina Services. A public hearing is listed on the agenda but no specific topic is provided.

• Award contract for 2026 Street Rehabilitation and Woodbine Street Extension (Resolution 2026-19)
• Consider Conditional Use Permit and Interim Use Permit for wireless tower exceeding 75 ft (Resolution 2026-20)
• Extend interim use permit for gravel drive and parking at 24174 Nacre St NW (Resolution 2026-18)
• Receive update from Allina Services on health services

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit and Interim Use Permit application for a tower. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and commissioner discussion. No other specifics on the tower location or project details are provided in the agenda.

• Public hearing for Tower Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Interim Use Permit (IUP)

City Council

The council will vote on Resolution 2026-16 authorizing an application for a Met Council Planning Assistance Grant to fund the 2050 comprehensive plan update. Other business includes an update on the Everbridge emergency notification system and the 2025 annual financial report. The consent agenda includes approval of a public dance license for Tasty Pizza Bar & Bowl and an EDA appointment.

• Resolution 2026-16 for Met Council Planning Assistance Grant to fund 2050 comprehensive plan update
• Public dance license for Tasty Pizza Bar & Bowl
• 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Economic Development Authority (EDA) appointment
• Everbridge emergency notification system update

Parks Commission

The St. Francis Parks Commission will meet to discuss old business including the Warming House/Ice Rink project, Anoka County Community Development Block Grant, and Dellwood River Park update. New business includes two ship grants for the Warming House and Dellwood Trail Wayfinder. The commission will also approve previous minutes and hear member reports.

• Warming House/Ice Rink update
• Anoka County Community Development Block Grant
• Dellwood River Park update
• Warming House Ship Grant
• Dellwood Trail Wayfinder Ship Grant

City Council

The City Council will hold the second reading of Ordinance 357, which amends the city code to regulate small wireless facilities. They will also consider a conditional use permit for St. Francis High School field lighting, approve a site plan for Willow Ridge Business Center, and discuss a code enforcement extension request.

• Second reading of Ordinance 357 adding small wireless facility regulations to City Code Chapter 7
• Resolution 2026-13 approving a Conditional Use Permit for St. Francis High School field lighting
• Resolution 2026-14 approving a site plan for Willow Ridge Business Center
• Code Enforcement Extension Request (new business item)
• Consent agenda includes acknowledgement of off-site and exempt gambling permits, dust control maintenance, and warranty period reductions

The council approved a second reading of Ordinance 357 amending the small cell wireless facility code (5-0). It adopted Resolution 2026-15 to publish Ordinance 357 (5-0). Council members reached consensus to have staff prepare an ordinance amendment that eliminates the 10% charitable gambling tax, effective for future revenues. The council also approved a conditional use permit for St. Francis High School field lighting and a site plan for the Willow Ridge Business Center, each by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved second reading of Ordinance 357 (small wireless facility) – 5-0
• Adopted Resolution 2026-15 to publish Ordinance 357 – 5-0
• Directed staff to draft ordinance eliminating 10% charitable gambling tax – consensus
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for St. Francis High School field lighting – 5-0
• Approved site plan for Willow Ridge Business Center – 5-0

City Council

The council will handle routine consent items including surplus property, a temporary liquor license for the St. Francis Lions Club, and a consumer fireworks license. New business includes a traffic study at Ambassador and Bridge St by WSB, information on a local sales tax, early budget discussions, and the first reading of Ordinance 357 to amend city code for small cell wireless facilities. A public hearing is listed but has no specific item.

• Resolution 2026-09 declaring surplus property (abandoned property)
• Temporary on-sale liquor license application for St. Francis Lions Club
• TNT Fireworks – Sale of Consumer Fireworks License
• Traffic study of Ambassador and Bridge St by WSB
• Ordinance 357 first reading – adding small cell wireless facility regulations to City Code Chapter 7

The City Council approved the regular agenda with a 5-0 vote. The consent agenda, including minutes, property resolution, liquor license acknowledgment, fireworks license, and claim payments, was also approved unanimously (5-0). No other motions or votes were taken.

• Approved regular city council agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for St. Francis Area Schools field lighting. They will also review the Willow Ridge Business Center site plan and consider approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing: St. Francis Area Schools Field Lighting CUP
• Regular business: Willow Ridge Business Center Site Plan review
• Approval of March 18, 2026 Planning Commission minutes

City Council

The St. Francis City Council will consider four ordinances amending the city charter on vacancies in office, ordinance effective dates, nomination filing fees, and public improvement assessments. This is a special meeting with only these items on the agenda.

• Ordinance 353: Amending Section 2.05 on vacancies in office
• Ordinance 354: Amending Section 3.09 on when ordinances take effect
• Ordinance 355: Amending Section 5.01 on nomination filing fees
• Ordinance 356: Amending Section 8.01 on improvement and levy assessments

City Council

The St. Francis City Council will hold second readings and likely adopt four ordinances amending the city charter (vacancies, ordinance effective date, filing fee, and improvement assessments). The council will also review the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition concept plan. Consent agenda items include a fireworks contract, a fiber optic project, and appointment of a finance director. A public hearing is scheduled but no specific topic is listed on the agenda.

• Four City Charter amendments (Ordinances 353-356) on second reading: vacancies, ordinance effective date, filing fee, and improvement assessments
• Turtle Ponds 6th Addition – concept review for new development
• Pioneer Days Fireworks contract with Flashing Thunder Fireworks Spectacular
• Water Treatment Facility Fiber Optic Project (consent agenda)
• Appointment of Natalie Santillo as Finance Director (consent agenda)

The City Council approved four ordinances to amend the City Charter regarding vacancies, ordinance effectiveness, filing fees, and levy assessments. The Council also reviewed a concept plan for townhomes at Turtle Ponds 6th Addition.

• Approved regular City Council agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 353 regarding vacancies in office (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 354 regarding when ordinances take effect (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 355 regarding filing and nomination fees (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 356 regarding public improvements and levy assessments (4-0)
• Scheduled a special meeting for April 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. (pending confirmation)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Finance Director position.

• Finance Director interviews

Planning Commission

The St. Francis Planning Commission will hold a concept review for the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition. Other agenda items are procedural: call to order, roll call, adoption of agenda, approval of previous minutes, public comment, and commissioner discussion.

• Turtle Ponds 6th Addition Concept Review

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on four ordinances to amend the City Charter. The body is also considering bids for street rehabilitation and the Woodbine Street Extension project.

• Public hearing for Charter Commission Amendments
• Ordinances 353-356 amending City Charter sections on vacancies, ordinance effectiveness, filing fees, and improvement assessments
• Resolution 2026-11 ordering bids for 2026 Street Rehabilitation and Woodbine Street Extension projects
• Resolution 2026-12 restricting parking on Silverod Street, 227th Ave, and Quay Street
• Development Agreement for Dalton River Villas

City Council

The St. Francis City Council will meet to discuss the council meeting schedule and a resolution requesting a general election post-election review. The body will also review the Community Development Annual Report and the City Administrator Report.

• Resolution 2026-08 requesting general election post review election
• Mower replacement
• Rental license approvals
• Community Development Annual Report

The City Council approved the regular agenda and consent agenda unanimously. It decided to keep two regular meetings and fold work‑session items into those meetings, eliminating separate work sessions. The Council also adopted Resolution 2026‑08 requesting a post‑election hand‑count review if the City is selected, passing 4‑1.

• Approved regular agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (5‑0)
• Maintained two standing council meetings and eliminated separate work sessions (consensus)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑08 requesting general election post‑election review (4‑1)

City Council

The St. Francis City Council will hold a work session on Monday, February 23, 2026. Items include an update on the Anoka Regional Crime, Technology, and Information Center (ARCTIC), the Everbridge Nixle notification system, Community Park sign replacement, and the Homeserve Service Line Warranty Program. The main discussion item is the scope and budget for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• Anoka Regional Crime, Technology, and Information Center (ARCTIC) update
• Everbridge Nixle Notification System discussion
• Community Park Sign Replacement
• Homeserve Service Line Warranty Program
• 2050 Comprehensive Plan Scope and Budget discussion

City Council

The St. Francis City Council will approve minutes from February 2, 2026, ratify the Upper Rum River Watershed Management Organization (URRWMO) 2027 Budget, and authorize a resolution supporting a grant application to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for an outdoor recreation program.

• Approval of City Council Minutes - February 2, 2026
• Ratification of URRWMO 2027 Budget
• Authorization for Minnesota DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant Application
• Rental License Approvals
• Payment of Claims

The council voted 3-0 to approve the regular meeting agenda. It also voted 3-0 to approve the consent agenda, which included items such as the February 2 minutes, body‑worn camera audit, raffle permit acknowledgement, rental license approvals, the 2027 budget ratification, a grant navigation resolution, and payment of claims. No new business or substantive decisions were taken beyond these approvals.

• Approved regular City Council agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (3-0)

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will discuss updates regarding the warming house, ice rink, and the Dellwood Park Restoration Project. The body will also review development plans and receive an update on the Anoka County Community Development Block Grant.

• Warming House/Ice Rink update
• Dellwood Park Restoration Project
• Public Art discussion
• Development Plan Review
• Anoka County Community Development Block Grant update

Parks Commission

The St. Francis Parks Commission will discuss updates on the Warming House/Ice Rink and the Dellwood Park Restoration Project, along with a public art discussion. Under new business, the commission will review a development plan and receive an update on the Anoka County Community Development Block Grant. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 18, 2025.

• Update on Warming House/Ice Rink
• Dellwood Park Restoration Project discussion
• Public Art Discussion
• Development Plan Review by Park Commission
• Anoka County Community Development Block Grant Update

City Charter

The St. Francis Charter Commission will meet to discuss proposed changes to the city charter, including mayor term length, vacancies, improvement assessments, filing fees, and ordinance effective dates. They will also appoint a chair and vice chair. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and possible action.

• Update regarding mayor term length and the Charter Commission
• Proposed changes to Section 2.05 on vacancies in office
• Proposed changes to Section 8.01 on improvement and levy assessments
• Proposed changes to Section 5.01 on filing fees for general provisions
• Proposed changes to Section 3.09 on when ordinances take effect

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including acceptance of public infrastructure improvements for the Rivers Edge 7th Addition and reduction of financial security. Other consent items include approval of meeting minutes, outdoor warning siren maintenance, and payment of claims. The meeting also includes public comment periods and reports.

• Resolution 2026-06 accepting infrastructure improvements and starting warranty period for Rivers Edge 7th Addition
• Outdoor warning siren preventative maintenance
• Payment of claims

The council approved the regular meeting agenda with a 5-0 vote. It also approved the consent agenda, which included the January 20 minutes, outdoor warning siren maintenance, Rivers Edge 7th addition infrastructure improvements, and payment of claims, also by a 5-0 vote. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved regular council agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: Jan 20 minutes, siren maintenance, Rivers Edge 7th addition infrastructure, payment of claims (5-0)

City Council

The St. Francis City Council will approve a tentative agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers for 2026-2027 and consider a resolution opposing the Minnesota State Flag. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant application.

• Approval of Public Works contract with International Union of Operating Engineers
• Resolution opposing display of the Minnesota State Flag
• Public hearing on 2026 Anoka County Community Development Block Grant application
• Approval of City Council minutes from January 05, 2026
• Payment of claims

The council unanimously approved the regular agenda and consent agenda. It also passed a resolution opposing any display of the Minnesota State flag. A tentative agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local No. 49, for public‑works employees for 2026‑2027 was approved. No vote was taken on the post‑election review letter.

• Approved regular agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 opposing display of Minnesota State flag (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-05 tentative public works contract with IUOE Local 49 (5-0)