St. Peter public meetings in 2024

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority regular meeting scheduled for December 26, 2024 has been cancelled due to no agenda items and will not be rescheduled.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will vote on approving new signage, a building facade color change, and a single front door entryway for a proposed restaurant at 221 and 225 South Minnesota Avenue. They will also consider a new sign for the Schaefer Building at 322 South Minnesota Avenue, intended for a proposed insurance agency. Additionally, the commission will review the 2024 annual report.

• Review and consider approval of new signage, building facade color, and single front door entryway for proposed restaurant at 221 & 225 S. Minnesota Ave
• Review and consider approval of a new sign for the Schaefer Building at 322 S. Minnesota Ave (proposed insurance agency)
• Receive 2024 HPC Annual Report

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a facade and sign application for a new restaurant at 221/225 South Minnesota Avenue, including a single door, olive green paint, and multiple signs, with the condition that the projecting sign at 225 have boxed-in lighting except for four lights at the bottom. The commission also approved a new wall sign for the Farmers Insurance agency at 322 South Minnesota Avenue. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved facade and sign design for 221/225 South Minnesota (new restaurant) with boxed-in lighting on projecting sign (5-0)
• Approved new Farmers Insurance sign at 322 South Minnesota (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved November 6, 2024 minutes with spelling correction (5-0)

City Council

This is a procedural meeting of the City Council Committee of the Whole. The agenda includes only a call to order, a building tour, and adjournment, with no substantive items for discussion or decision.

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a partial vacation of an easement at 1503 Winona Street. New business includes adopting the 2024 final levy and 2025 general fund budget, stormwater budget and rate changes for 2025-2026, and a C-arm purchase for River's Edge Hospital. Other items include Gorman Park improvements bid solicitation, a carbon reduction program bid rejection, a tractor equipment certificate, fee schedule modifications, non-union employee wages, and a 2025 police union contract. An executive session is called to discuss a real estate transaction at One Scholarship Way, followed by possible action.

• Public hearing on partial vacation of easement at 1503 Winona Street
• Adoption of 2024 final levy and 2025 general fund budget
• Stormwater budget and rate changes for 2025-2026
• River's Edge Hospital and Clinic C-Arm purchase
• Executive session on real estate transaction at One Scholarship Way

The City Council approved the purchase of the Scholarship America property at One Scholarship Way for $1.5 million, along with a leaseback agreement, to relocate City Hall, Police, and Transit. The council also adopted the final 2024 tax levy of $4,317,473 and the 2025 budget, which has a $6,042 deficit. Stormwater rates will increase by $3.00 per acre in 2025 and $3.30 in 2026, raising typical monthly bills from $10.01 to $11.01 and then $12.11. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved purchase of Scholarship America building for $1.5M (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement for Scholarship America property (unanimous)
• Adopted final 2024 tax levy of $4,317,473 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget with $6,042 deficit (unanimous)
• Adopted stormwater rate increases: $3.00/acre for 2025, $3.30/acre for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 non-union employee wages with 3% increase (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 police union contract with 5% wage increase (unanimous)
• Rejected bids for EV charging stations due to high costs (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular Planning & Zoning meeting scheduled for December 5, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss the 2025-2026 stormwater fund budget and proposed rate increases (15% each year), the 2024 levy and 2025 budget, modifications to the 2025 fee schedule, a carbon reduction program for EV charging stations, and information on the 2025 APPA Rally. No formal votes are expected; items are for discussion only.

• Proposed stormwater rate increase of 15% effective Jan 1, 2025, raising single-family monthly fee from $10.01 to $11.51
• Proposed 2026 rate increase of 15% raising single-family monthly fee to $13.23
• Stormwater 2025 budget of $1,115,634 and 2026 budget of $1,862,440
• Discussion of 2024 levy and 2025 budget
• Discussion of carbon reduction program for EV charging stations

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for December 26, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for November 26, 2024, has been cancelled because no items were on the agenda. The meeting will not be rescheduled.

• No agenda items were submitted; meeting was cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting rates and budgets for the water and wastewater funds for 2025-2026. The body will also discuss the re-establishment of a childcare task force and a real estate transaction at One Scholarship Way.

• 2025-2026 Water and Wastewater Fund budgets and rates
• Final acceptance of 2022 Broadway Ave and Sunrise Drive and Old Minnesota Ave and St. Julien Street roundabout projects
• Purchase and installation of a wastewater lift station pump
• Traverse Green Subdivision No. 3 final plat, lot prices, and design standards
• 2025 Tri County Mutual Aid Agreement

Tree Advisory Board

The board will review a tree planting and removal summary, updates on two emerald ash borer grants, and proposed revised tree planting lists for right-of-way and parks to increase species diversity. The new lists are recommended to the City Council.

• 388 trees planted (331 boulevard, 57 park) and 245 trees removed (157 EAB) this season
• Active EAB Protecting Community Forests Grant: $128,520 through June 2025
• Closed Preparing for EAB Grant: $150,000 (ended June 2024)
• Proposed updated Right-of-Way and Parks/Green Space tree lists for City Council approval
• Winter tree pruning map presented for 2024-2025

City Council

The City Council holds a workshop to discuss the proposed 2025-2026 Water and Wastewater Fund budgets, a review of boards and commissions, and modifications to the 2025 fee schedule. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for review and discussion only.

• Proposed water rate increases: $0.52 per 1,000 gallons and $1.24 base charge increase starting Jan 1, 2025; further increases in 2026
• 2025 Water Fund budget proposed at $3,470,275; 2026 at $3,715,939
• Wastewater-to-Water fund transfer of $550,000 is budgeted to end after 2024
• Capital costs of $979,000 in 2025 and $521,000 in 2026 to be funded from reserves
• Review of boards and commissions and 2025 fee schedule modifications also on agenda

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is discussing the Gorman Park Masterplan, including design and pricing for a destination play area and splash pad. The board also received updates on recreation programming and library usage for October.

• Gorman Park Phase 1 pricing: $1,341,822
• Gorman Park Phase 2 pricing: $723,445
• Gorman Park Splash Pad equipment proposal: $271,690
• Hallett Park SHIP Grant approved for a bench and water fountain
• Disc Golf Course donation update

Minnesota River Valley Transit

The Minnesota River Valley Transit Joint Powers Board will consider adoption of an ADA Reasonable Modification and Suspension Policy. The board will also receive operational, compliance, and financial reports, including updates on bus grants and electric bus plans. The 2025 meeting schedule will be discussed.

• Consideration of ADA Reasonable Modification and Suspension Policy
• Operations Manager report on use statistics, bus maintenance, and updates
• Compliance Manager report on bus grant update (2021 bus use, electric bus)
• Administration report on financials and employee updates
• Discussion of 2025 meeting schedule and location

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on assessments for unpaid utility accounts and miscellaneous charges. The body is also deciding on the 2025-2026 Environmental Services budget and several new city job descriptions.

• Public hearings and resolutions for unpaid utility and miscellaneous charge assessments
• 2025-2026 Environmental Services Fund Budget and rate increases
• Purchase of a 6-ton asphalt patching trailer
• Bid approval from GAG Sheet Metal for Parkview Manor roof and air exchange project
• Creation of a Sustainability/Communications Coordinator position

Library Board

The Saint Peter Public Library Advisory Board will consider forming a joint community and board member planning team to revise the library's Strategic Plan for 2025-2030. They will also elect a new board chair and discuss collection development plans. Librarians will present October circulation and services reports showing 7,598 checkouts and 404 new library cards.

• Creation of a library planning team to revise the Strategic Plan for 2025-2030
• Election of a new board chair
• Discussion of collection development plans
• October circulation report: 7,598 checkouts, 404 new library cards
• Upcoming events: Snake Discovery Zoo program (Nov 1) and Moving Words author panel (Nov 21)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for November 7, 2024, has been cancelled due to the lack of agenda items. No items were considered or discussed.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review and consider approval of new signs for two buildings in the historic district: Domino's Pizza at 107 South Minnesota Avenue and a proposed Taqueria El Rey at 220 South Minnesota Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and reports, but no other substantive actions are listed.

• Review and consider approval of a new sign for Domino's Pizza at 107 South Minnesota Avenue
• Review and consider approval of a new sign for proposed Taqueria El Rey Bar & Grill at 220 South Minnesota Avenue (formerly Extra Innings)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss several items including the Environmental Services Fund budget for 2025-2026, which proposes monthly rate increases for refuse and recycling services. The fund currently has a negative balance but is making progress toward reserve targets. Other discussion items include lot prices and design standards for Traverse Green Subdivision No. 3, job descriptions for several positions, and the City Administrator evaluation process.

• Proposed monthly rate increases for refuse and recycling, with 2025 changes ranging from $0.24 to $0.92 per month and 2026 changes from $0.25 to $0.96 per month
• Environmental Services budget proposed at $1,559,824 for 2025 and $1,614,879 for 2026
• Discussion of Traverse Green Subdivision No. 3 lot prices and design standards
• Review of job descriptions for Community Development Specialist, Accounting Technician, Office Coordinator, and Sustainability/Communications Coordinator
• City Administrator evaluation process discussion

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will consider an amendment to the TIF 1-25 Development Agreement, accept the Washington and Broadway Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) study, and renew a 12-month safety contract with the Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association (MMUA). The council will also order preparation of assessments for non-right-of-way work and delinquent utility accounts, each followed by a public hearing. An executive session is scheduled to discuss a real estate transaction at North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3.

• Amendment to TIF 1-25 Development Agreement
• Acceptance of Washington and Broadway Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) Study
• Renewal of 12-month safety contract with Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association (MMUA)
• Order preparation of assessments for non-right-of-way work and miscellaneous charges, with public hearing
• Order preparation of assessments for delinquent utility accounts, with public hearing

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Environmental Services fund budget for 2025 and 2026. The session includes a review of proposed monthly fee increases for refuse collection and environmental services, as well as a presentation from the Recreation & Leisure Department.

• Proposed 2025 budget of $1,559,824 and 2026 budget of $1,614,879 for Environmental Services
• Proposed monthly rate increases for refuse (e.g., 95-gallon curbie from $18.32 to $19.24 in Jan-25)
• Proposed monthly rate increases for Environmental Services (e.g., Detached Single Family from $16.46 to $18.93 in Jan-25)
• Planned 2026 capital expenditure of $70,000 for a 1 Ton Hino Truck replacement
• Review of the Swim Ordinance

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss design updates for Gorman Park, review a resolution adopted by the City Council that allows leashed dogs and cats on certain city-owned properties effective January 1, 2025, and consider a new Hazardous Tree Program. They will also receive reports on September recreation and library activity and updates on Hallett Park and McGill Natural Resource Area.

• Resolution allowing leashed dogs and cats in 20+ city parks effective Jan. 1, 2025
• Gorman Park design update (discussion)
• Hazardous Tree Program (new business)
• September activity report: 150+ kids at Oktoberfest, 12 softball teams, fitness program attendance
• Updates on Hallett Park and McGill Natural Resource Area

City Council

The City Council will decide on creating Tax Increment Financing District No. 1-27 for a project at 107 West Nassau Street, awarding a Safe Routes to School bid, modifying dog restrictions in parks, and approving a cannabis sales ordinance. Other items include several purchases for River's Edge Hospital and final plats for Capital Lofts II. An executive session is scheduled for a real estate transaction at One Scholarship Way and North Industrial Park Subd No. 3.

• Creation of TIF District No. 1-27 and development agreement with BRM Holdings Inc. for 107 West Nassau Street
• Safe Routes to School bid award to Nielsen Concrete, LLC of Kasota, Minnesota
• Cannabis sales business regulation and licensing ordinance resolution
• Capital Lofts II preliminary and final plats at 960 North 3rd Street (Hallett Pond Addition No. 4)
• Executive session for real estate negotiations at One Scholarship Way and North Industrial Park Subd No. 3

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review and consider approval of exterior paint colors for the Domino's Pizza building at 107 South Minnesota Avenue, located in the Historic Preservation District, and review and consider approval of the exterior design and colors for a proposed three-story building at 107 West Nassau Street (the old library lot), which is in the Central Business District but not the historic district. The commission will also receive updates from the State Historic Preservation Office annual conference and a historic resources inventory scanning project.

• Review and consider approval of exterior paint colors (Sherwin Williams Ivory Lace and Griffin) for Domino's Pizza at 107 South Minnesota Avenue
• Review and consider approval of exterior design and colors for a proposed three-story building at 107 West Nassau Street (old library lot)
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024 meeting (will be available later)
• Report on SHPO 2024 Annual Conference in Red Wing
• Update on Historic Resources Inventory Scanning Project

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to hear the annual department presentation from the City Attorney and discuss an Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) report for Washington Avenue and Broadway. The report recommends a single-lane roundabout to address future traffic delays and safety concerns, with an estimated construction cost of $2.6 million. No formal action is planned, but council direction on pursuing federal and state grants may be given.

• City Attorney's annual department presentation (information only)
• Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) report for Washington Avenue and Broadway
• Recommendation of a single-lane roundabout to improve safety and operations
• Estimated construction cost of $2.6 million; property easements may be required
• Potential timeline of 3–5 years for grant-funded implementation

Planning & Zoning Commission

This regular meeting of the St. Peter Planning & Zoning Commission has been cancelled because there were no items to consider. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a goal session to review strategic priorities and receive updates on various task forces. Discussions include the design and funding of Gorman Park, housing initiatives, and organizational health.

• Gorman Park design review with Phase One (Playground) construction planned for May-October 2025 and Phase Two (Splash Pad) for May-October 2026
• Re-evaluation of appointments to the Child Care Task Force
• Updates on City Hall space options
• Discussion on Climate Change Task Force and solar projects
• Housing updates regarding single-family, multi-family, land trusts, and Solace 2.0

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review a revolving loan extension for a renovation project at 309 S. Minnesota Avenue. The body will also provide guidance for businesses seeking loan forgiveness for COVID-19 Micro Loan Hospitality Assistance Program Round #2 balances.

• Loan extension review for Tanis Brothers, LLC (309 S. Minnesota Avenue)
• Loan forgiveness guidance for COVID-19 Micro Loan Hospitality Assistance Program Round #2
• Oath of office for Corree Johnson
• Presentation by Region Nine Development Commission Lending Specialist Jazmine Flores

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review and consider approval of a wall sign for The Yarn Shop at 213 South Minnesota Avenue and a new three-story building at 107 West Nassau Street (Old Library Lot). Both items are located in historic districts. The commission will also receive reports on the State Historic Preservation Office conference and a historic resources inventory scanning project.

• Consider approval of a wall sign for The Yarn Shop at 213 South Minnesota Avenue in the Historic Preservation District
• Consider approval of a new three-story building at 107 West Nassau Street (Old Library Lot) in the Central Business District
• Report on the 2024 SHPO Annual Conference in Red Wing
• Update on the Historic Resources Inventory Scanning Project
• Approval of minutes from May 29, 2024

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a wall sign for The Yarn Shop at 213 South Minnesota Avenue. A proposed three-story, 22-unit apartment building with commercial space at 107 Nassau Street was initially rejected in a 2-2 vote, but the commission then approved moving forward in principle with the developer returning with modest modifications.

• Approved wall sign for The Yarn Shop at 213 South Minnesota Avenue (unanimous)
• Denied initial plans for 3-story building at 107 Nassau Street (2-2 vote)
• Approved moving forward in principle with developer returning with modest modifications (unanimous)

Zoning Appeals and Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Appeals and Adjustments will review requests for Conditional Use Permits to allow multifamily residential development at two different sites. One proposal involves a 25-unit building known as Capital Lofts II.

• Conditional Use Permit request for multifamily residential at 107 West Nassau Street (Old Library Lot) by BRM Holdings
• Conditional Use Permit request for multifamily residential at 960 North Third Street (Capital Lofts) by BRM Holdings
• Proposed 3-story building at 960 North Third Street with 25 apartment units, 10 garage stalls, and 8 storage spaces
• Review of Hallett Pond Add. No. 4 Preliminary and Final Plat for 960 North Third Street

The Board of Zoning Appeal and Adjustment approved two conditional use permits (CUPs) for multifamily residential developments submitted by BRM Holdings, LLC. The first allows multifamily residential at 107 West Nassau Street (Old Library Lot), and the second allows a 25-unit apartment building at 960 North Third Street (Capital Lofts). Both resolutions were passed unanimously. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the April 17, 2024 meeting, as amended.

• Approved CUP for multifamily residential at 107 West Nassau Street (Resolution 2024-01, unanimous)
• Approved CUP for multifamily residential at 960 North Third Street (Resolution 2024-02, unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes of April 17, 2024 meeting as amended

City Council

The council will consider approving the sale of $7.65 million in general obligation bonds to fund public improvement projects, adopting a preliminary property tax levy for 2025, and purchasing body and squad car cameras using state grant funds. Other items include accepting a stormwater resiliency plan, a hazardous tree program, and an amendment to the Traverse Green lot sale. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real estate negotiations at One Scholarship Way.

• Sale of $7,650,000 in 2024A General Obligation bonds for public improvements
• Adoption of 2024 preliminary levy (payable 2025)
• Purchase of body worn and squad car cameras from Axon Enterprises via state grant
• Acceptance of MPCA Stormwater Resiliency Plan
• Amendment to Traverse Green lot sale resolution removing building permit requirement

City Council

The City Council will review proposed changes to the 2025 General Fund and Special Fund budgets. Discussion includes potential adjustments to property taxes, staffing, and equipment funding to determine the preliminary levy.

• Proposed adjustment of 2025 General Fund property taxes to $2,900,000
• Proposed removal of Sustainability/Communications position for $25,000 savings
• Proposed reduction of Community Development transportation study from $55,000 to $20,000
• Proposed equipment funding via debt: Brine Sprayer ($30,000), Skid Steer Trailer ($20,000), and Parks Stump Grinder ($20,000)
• Discussion of body camera/car camera and German Park update

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is hosting an open house to gather community feedback on the redevelopment of Gorman Park, including three playground design options and a splash pad. The project is planned in two phases: Phase 1 in summer 2025 (new playground, Literary Garden, Community Center plaza improvements) and Phase 2 in summer 2026 (splash pad). The board is seeking public input on which features to prioritize due to budget constraints.

• Community input on three destination playground design options
• Splash pad construction scheduled for Phase 2 (summer 2026)
• Treemendous Playground to be removed after new playground is built, with donor items preserved
• Literary Garden and Community Center plaza improvements in Phase 1 (summer 2025)
• Project funding aimed at grants and sponsorships to avoid general fund tax impact

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved design option #2 for the Gorman Park playground and option #1 for the splash pad. The board also discussed project timelines and requested clarifications on playground materials and splash pad features. No new business was reported.

• Approved Gorman Park playground design option #2 (unanimous)
• Approved Gorman Park splash pad option #1 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Saint Peter Public Library Advisory Board will discuss creating a community planning team to revise the library's strategic plan. The board will also discuss MN Statute 134.51 regarding access to library materials and the prohibition of book banning.

• Proposal to create a library planning team of community and board members for the strategic plan
• Discussion of MN Statute 134.51 Access to Library Materials and Rights Protected
• August circulation report showing 7,798 checkouts and 83 new card registrations
• Review of summer outreach with 1,071 event attendees and 375 outreach attendees
• Upcoming fall programming including Native Pride Dancers and Snake Discovery Zoo

Minnesota River Valley Transit

This is a routine meeting with no new business. The board will approve minutes and disbursements, hear visitor comments, and receive reports from the Operations Manager (use statistics, general updates, summer schedule), Compliance Manager (bus grant update including electric bus), and Administration (financials, employee updates).

• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2024 regular meeting
• Approval of disbursement list for July 1 – August 31, 2024
• Operations Manager report on use statistics and summer schedule
• Compliance Manager report on bus grant update, including electric bus
• Administration report on financials and employee updates

The Minnesota River Valley Transit board held a routine meeting with no old or new business. They approved the agenda, the July 9, 2024 meeting minutes, and disbursements from July 1 to August 31, 2024. Reports covered operational updates, including Oktoberfest rides and new bus delivery, and noted the 2025 budget was approved.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements July 1-August 31, 2024 (unanimous)

City Council

The council will vote on new business items including approval of new licenses and city assistance requests for the high school homecoming parade and an Oktoberfest celebration. The consent agenda includes approval of disbursements and other items such as a $85,500 water meter purchase and a part-time transit bus driver appointment. Reports will cover an update on the new fire truck and MMUA matters.

• New licenses (staff resolution)
• City assistance request for St. Peter High School Homecoming Parade
• City assistance request for Oktoberfest at Nicollet County Fairgrounds
• Consent agenda includes $85,500 for 500 Badger water meter bodies and register heads
• Part-time Transit Bus Driver appointment (Robert Mulvehill)

The City Council approved the consent agenda, new licenses for two tree workers and Tremendous Brewing Co., a homecoming parade request from School District #508, and city assistance for the St. Peter Ambassadors' Oktoberfest event. All resolutions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda (Resolution 2024-133)
• Approved new licenses for two tree workers and Tremendous Brewing Co. (Resolution 2024-134)
• Approved School District #508 homecoming parade on city streets (Resolution 2024-135)
• Approved city assistance for Oktoberfest, including picnic tables, lights, and Fair Street closure (Resolution 2024-136)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The St. Peter Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approvals for two BRM Holdings projects: a conditional use permit for a three-story mixed-use building (ground-floor commercial and 22 apartments) at 107 West Nassau Street (the former library lot), and a preliminary/final plat and conditional use permit for multifamily residential at 960 North Third Street (Capital Lofts). The commission will also vote on resolutions to approve these requests.

• Public hearing and consideration of conditional use permit for multifamily residential at 107 West Nassau Street (old library lot) – proposed 3-story building with 22 apartments and 2,500 sq ft commercial space
• Public hearing and consideration of preliminary & final plat (lot combination) titled Hallett Pond Addition No. 4 at 960 North Third Street (Capital Lofts)
• Public hearing and consideration of conditional use permit for multifamily residential at 960 North Third Street (Capital Lofts)
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024 meeting
• Reports on recent council actions and project updates

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved three resolutions: a conditional use permit for a 22-unit apartment building with commercial space at 107 West Nassau Street (Old Library Lot), a preliminary and final plat for Hallett Pond Addition No. 4 at 960 North Third Street, and a conditional use permit for multifamily residential at 960 North Third Street (Capital Lofts). All were submitted by BRM Holdings. The commission also heard a presentation on SBA disaster loans and received reports on Green Valley Mobile Home Park and Cullen Street development.

• Approved Resolution 2024-07 recommending conditional use permit for multifamily residential at 107 West Nassau Street (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-08 for Hallett Pond Addition No. 4 preliminary and final plat at 960 North Third Street (3-1, Griffith nay)
• Approved Resolution 2024-09 recommending conditional use permit for multifamily residential at 960 North Third Street (3-1, Griffith nay)
• Approved agenda as amended with SBA presentation (all aye)
• Approved minutes of August 1, 2024 meeting (all aye)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposed 2025 budget and a preliminary 2024 levy to be collected in 2025. Staff is proposing a gross levy increase of $458,280, which would raise the projected tax rate from 46.99 to 50.79.

• Proposed gross levy increase of $458,280 (11.32%)
• Equipment Certificate totaling $612,000 for items including a $250,000 Community Center transfer switch
• Police equipment spending of $200,000 for one squad vehicle and cameras using State Public Safety funds
• Gorman Park Enhancements project totaling $2,162,000
• General Fund expenditure increase of $427,139 over the 2024 budget

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will hold public hearings and take action on creating Tax Increment Financing District No. 1-26 (Pokorney), approving Klein Street extension, and approving 2024 Cullen Street improvements. Also up for discussion: an updated job description for a wastewater lab technician and acceptance of the 2023 audit.

• Creation of Tax Increment Financing District No. 1-26 (Pokorney)
• Approval of Klein Street Improvements (extension)
• Approval of 2024 Cullen Street Improvements (Essler Drive to north of Clark Street)
• Bid award for 2024 Cullen Street Improvements
• Review and acceptance of the 2023 audit

The St. Peter City Council approved several resolutions, including creating TIF District No. 1-26, amending TIF District No. 1-23 boundaries, ordering Klein and Cullen Street improvements, awarding the Cullen Street bid to Northwest Asphalt, adopting an updated lab technician job description, and accepting the 2023 audit. All votes were unanimous with all members present voting in favor.

• Approved Resolution 2024-125 consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Lab Technician job description via Resolution 2024-126 (unanimous)
• Accepted 2023 financial statements via Resolution 2024-127 (unanimous)
• Amended TIF District No. 1-23 boundaries via Resolution 2024-128 (unanimous)
• Created TIF District No. 1-26 via Resolution 2024-129 (unanimous)
• Ordered 2024 Klein Street Extension Improvements via Resolution 2024-130 (unanimous)
• Ordered 2024 Cullen Street Improvements via Resolution 2024-131 (unanimous)
• Awarded Cullen Street bid to Northwest Asphalt via Resolution 2024-132 (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The City of Saint Peter Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024, has been cancelled. No agenda items were available for discussion. No decisions or proposals were made.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss two items: a proposed new job description for a Wastewater Lab Technician, which would replace one operator position with a lab-focused role, and a presentation on the Electric Utility's reliability benchmarks, including SAIDI, SAIFI, and CAIDI metrics. No formal action is planned; both items are for discussion and information only.

• Proposal to replace a Wastewater Operator position with a Lab Technician job description
• Presentation of Electric Utility reliability data: SAIDI, SAIFI, CAIDI
• Discussion of Saint Peter's RP3 (Reliable Public Power Provider) designation
• Staff reducing operators by one with no significant cost impact
• Benchmarking electric utility performance against national and regional averages

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and review 60% design plans for Gorman Park, including design options, and set a public open house for September 11. The board will also approve July meeting minutes and receive reports on recreation programs, facility use, and library activities from the July activity report.

• Review of 60% Gorman Park plans with design options (virtual with Damon Farber)
• Public open house for Gorman Park scheduled for September 11, 5:30-7:30 PM at Community Center
• July activity report: 6,441 pool swimmers, 64 youth fishing contest participants, 190 free ice cream cones at Cone with a Cop
• Library report: 9,647 checkouts, 83 new cards, 430 children's summer reading registrations
• Senior center card groups: men's 500, Bridge (20-30 adults), Pfeffer (30-45 adults)

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board reviewed 60% design and equipment options for Gorman Park and decided to move forward with three contractors—Kompan, Landscape Structures, and Webber—for presentation at a public open house. Two splash pad options will also be presented. The open house is scheduled for September 11 at the Community Center. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was procedural.

• Selected Kompan, Landscape Structures, and Webber for Gorman Park playground design presentation
• Approved two splash pad options for public open house presentation
• Scheduled public open house for September 11, 5:30-7:30 PM at Community Center
• Approved agenda with new business moved before old business
• Approved July 15, 2024 minutes

City Council

The council will vote on multiple financial and development items, including bond sales, TIF district actions, a chiller contract award, and a property purchase agreement. They will also accept the 2024 Housing Study and discuss real estate in closed session.

• Initiate sale of 2024 GO Bonds
• Award $393,183 bid for Community Center chiller to GAGS Sheet Metal
• Set public hearing for TIF District 1-27
• Approve purchase and development agreement for 107 West Nassau
• Accept 2024 Housing Study update

The City Council approved resolutions to issue $7.65 million in General Obligation Bonds and a $2.75 million General Obligation Capital Note to fund street projects, equipment purchases, and other capital needs. The council also decertified TIF District No. 1-17, set a public hearing for a new TIF district, approved plats for industrial and residential developments, accepted the 2024 Housing Study, and authorized assistance for the Rock Bend Folk Festival. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2024-111 authorizing competitive sale of $7,650,000 GO Bonds, Series 2024A (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-112 determining necessity to issue GO Capital Note not to exceed $2,750,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-113 decertifying TIF District No. 1-17 (Jefferson Avenue) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 114 calling public hearing for creation of TIF District 1-27 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for North Industrial Park No. 4 (Veterinary Pharmaceutical Solutions) (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for 1503 Winona St. tract combination (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 119 accepting the 2024 Saint Peter Housing Study Update (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 120 authorizing city assistance for Rock Bend Folk Festival (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss proposed revisions to an interim ordinance establishing local registration requirements for cannabis businesses, and hear from Congressman Brad Finstad's district representative on federal legislative needs (including Gorman Park playground replacement, healthcare reimbursement, child care, and flood mitigation). A third discussion item on a Private Property and Hazardous Tree Program is listed but no details are provided.

• Proposed interim ordinance for cannabis business retail registration with revisions on zoning restrictions, removal of door-to-door sales prohibition, and council-resolved limit on number of registrations
• Discussion of federal legislative priorities: Gorman Park playground replacement (estimated $700,000–$2 million), healthcare reimbursement rates, child care funding, flood mitigation programs
• Private Property and Hazardous Tree Program (discussion only, no supporting details in agenda)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approval of two preliminary & final plats: a tract combination for a vacant residential parcel at 1503 Winona Street (1125 Lloyd Ln) and the North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 4 for Veterinary Pharmaceutical Solutions at 2008 N Sunrise Dr.

• Review Preliminary & Final Plat (Tract Combination) Registered Land Survey No. 82 for vacant residential parcel at 1503 Winona Street (1125 Lloyd Ln)
• Review Preliminary & Final Plat (Tract Combination) North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 4 for Veterinary Pharmaceutical Solutions at 2008 N Sunrise Dr
• Consider Approval of the plat for the vacant residential parcel at 1503 Winona Street
• Consider Approval of the plat for the North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 4
• Report on recent council actions: Industrial Uses & Definitions Code amendment approved, North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3 plat approved, Traverse Green Subdivision No. 3 preliminary plat approved, Traverse Townhomes plat approved

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for July 30, 2024 has been cancelled due to the lack of agenda items. The meeting will not be rescheduled.

City Council

This is a goal-setting session, not a regular business meeting. The council will discuss proposed changes to behavior policies at the Community Center, Library, and Outdoor Pool to address disruptive youth, including age-based supervision requirements and a smoking ban. They will also review updates on Gorman Park design, City Hall relocation options, and a potential climate change task force.

• Proposed youth supervision policy: ages 10 and under must be accompanied at all times at Community Center and Library; ages 10-15 allowed after school 2:30-5:30 PM; pool ages 10 and under must be accompanied.
• Proposal to designate recreation facilities as non-smoking campuses.
• Review of Gorman Park design plans.
• Update on City Hall space options at former Scholarship America building.
• Discussion on establishing a Climate Change Task Force.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority meeting scheduled for July 25, 2024, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to address. No decisions or discussions took place.

City Council

The City Council will consider several new business items: authorizing a Youth Development MOU with School District #508, initiating a $105,000 Green Valley Mobile Home Park Voluntary Buy-Out Program, approving an ordinance amendment to allow beekeeping, and authorizing up to $50,350 for roof structural engineering at Public Works. The consent agenda includes approval of disbursements from June 28 through July 17, 2024.

• Green Valley Mobile Home Park Buy-Out Voluntary Program with $105,000 budget
• Ordinance amendment to allow keeping of bees (Chapter 1, Sections 1-6)
• Authorization of $50,350 for roof structural engineering review by INSPEC
• Youth Development Memorandum of Understanding with School District #508
• Consent agenda including disbursements and personnel appointments

The City Council approved an amended ordinance allowing the keeping of bees, with a 5-2 vote. The amendment removed color requirements from signage provisions. The ordinance takes effect January 1, 2025, with a proposed $50 fee. The council also approved a voluntary buyout program for substandard mobile homes in Green Valley and authorized structural evaluations for the Public Works roof.

• Approved amended bee-keeping ordinance (5-2)
• Approved amendment removing sign color requirements (5-2)
• Approved Green Valley mobile home buyout program (unanimous)
• Approved Youth Development MOU (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works roof structural evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The board will discuss design options for the Gorman Park Master Plan and receive a maintenance facilities report. The meeting also includes an oath of office for Rachelle Fuller and updates on the Night to Unite event.

• Gorman Park design options and master plan update
• Maintenance Facilities Report regarding city building repairs
• Oath of office for Rachelle Fuller
• June Activity Report from Department of Recreation and Leisure Services
• Night to Unite event scheduled for August 6

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop session to discuss a transportation demonstration project for S. Third Street and review a 2024 Housing Study. The meeting will also cover the Green Valley Buy Out Program.

• S. Third Street Active Transportation Demonstration Project from Broadway to College Avenue
• 2024 Housing Study conducted by Community Partners Research Inc ($22,000 contract)
• Green Valley Buy Out Program discussion
• Review of walking and biking audits for downtown access

Minnesota River Valley Transit

The Minnesota River Valley Transit Joint Powers Board will meet to approve grants and an audit presentation. The meeting also includes updates on electric bus status, summer schedules, and financial reports.

• Approval of grants
• Audit presentation and approval by Jim Eichten
• Review of disbursements
• Update on electric bus and 2021 bus use

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution to purchase servers and software from Presidio for $148,700.12. The Council also plans to enter an executive session to discuss offers related to real property at 107 West Nassau.

• $148,700.12 server and software purchase from Presidio
• Executive session regarding property at 107 West Nassau
• Approval of June 2024 disbursements

Planning & Zoning Commission

The St. Peter Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for July 3, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting will not be rescheduled.

• No agenda items were submitted for this meeting

Economic Development Authority

The meeting of the Saint Peter Economic Development Authority scheduled for June 27, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for June 25, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting will not be rescheduled.

City Council

The City Council will consider a development agreement for a 50-unit apartment project and the designation of housing funds. The agenda also includes reviewing union contracts for streets and water, wastewater, and stormwater workers. Additionally, the council will discuss engineering services for the TH 99 Trail.

• Development agreement with St. Peter Land, LLC for a 50-unit apartment project
• Engineering services for TH 99 Trail not to exceed $47,000
• North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3 Final Plat approval
• Designation of housing funds for Southwest Minnesota Housing Partnership
• Local 70 union contracts for streets and water/wastewater/stormwater

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to review Finance Department activities and upcoming affordable housing proposals. The session includes a presentation from Southwest Minnesota Housing Partner regarding new construction requests for 2024-2025. Council will also discuss a potential traffic calming demonstration project for South Front Street.

• Proposed $242,800 in new housing projects by Southwest Minnesota Housing Partner
• Review of Finance Department annual activities and utility statistics
• Discussion of a potential South Front Street traffic calming demonstration project

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review a 30% concept plan for Gorman Park and an overview of the Library Annual Report. The meeting also includes updates on various park improvements and recent community recreation events.

• Gorman Park 30% concept plan update
• Library Annual Report overview
• Veteran’s Memorial Field #1 concession stand remodel via SPBA donation
• New field chalker for Middle School baseball field via SPBA donation
• Two benches on Jefferson Avenue provided by Bolton & Menk, Inc.

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will consider a bid award for the Klein Street Extension project. The agenda includes proposed amendments to industrial zoning definitions and the Economic Development Authority membership composition. The council will also review union contracts for electric linemen and parks staff.

• $868,352.23 bid award to DirtMerchant, Inc. for Klein Street Extension
• Ordinance amendment regarding EDA membership composition
• Zoning ordinance text amendment for industrial uses and definitions
• Collective bargaining agreement approval for Electric Linemen (IUOE Local 70)
• Collective bargaining agreement approval for Parks (IUOE Local 70)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 6, 2024, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss two topics: ranked choice voting and the keeping of bees within city limits. No formal action is scheduled; the discussions are for additional understanding and to review previous ordinance drafts. The beekeeping item was moved from a prior workshop to allow more council members to provide input.

• Discussion of ranked choice voting, with Fairvote Minnesota advocate Maureen Reed scheduled to attend
• Review of previous beekeeping ordinance drafts, including a 2021 version that failed on a 5-2 vote
• Proposed beekeeping permit fee of $55 per property (from 2021 resolution)
• Ordinance would allow up to 2 hives per lot with requirements for setbacks, flyway barriers, training, and signage

Economic Development Authority

The rescheduled Economic Development Authority meeting for May 30, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review two wall sign applications for businesses in Saint Peter's Commercial Historic District: JW Cabinets & Construction at 208 South Minnesota Avenue and Back in Balance at 220 West Broadway. Staff recommends approval for the first and consistency for the second. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and updates on a downtown tour and a temporary sign.

• Wall sign for JW Cabinets & Construction, 208 South Minnesota Avenue (Four Seasons Mall), approx. 31.5 ft x 3 ft, red/white/black, lit by existing goose-neck light
• Two wall signs for Back in Balance, 220 West Broadway (Cornerstone Wellness Center), approx. 1 ft x 4 ft each, brown/green, no lighting
• Both properties are contributing structures in the National Register Saint Peter Commercial Historic District
• Four Seasons Mall recently renovated with ~$185,000 in windows, lights, siding, brickwork, paint
• Report on April 30 Grand Rapids tour of downtown Saint Peter

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the preliminary and final plat for Traverse Green Townhomes at 2021 Essler Drive, splitting one lot into two for a triplex and duplex. They will also consider several resolutions, including a software upgrade purchase for River's Edge Hospital, awarding 2024 Accessibility Improvement Grants, approving plats for North Industrial Park and Traverse Green Subdivision No. 3, amending EDA Revolving Loan Program guidelines, amending a T-Mobile lease on the Broadway water tower, and authorizing city assistance for six community events. The council will also enter a closed session to discuss property at 107 West Nassau.

• Public hearing and vote on Traverse Green Townhomes preliminary and final plat (0.72 acres at 2021 Essler Drive)
• Resolution approving purchase of Infor software upgrade for River's Edge Hospital and Clinic
• Resolution awarding five applicants for 2024 Accessibility Improvement Grant
• Resolution approving North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3 preliminary plat (4 lots)
• Resolution authorizing amendment to T-Mobile lease on Broadway water tower

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss several items, including a review of the 2022 greenhouse gas inventory prepared by Gustavus Adolphus College students and a proposed zoning ordinance amendment for the North Industrial Park. The zoning amendment would update industrial use definitions and add residential, medical office, and warehouse/indoor farming uses to the I-1 and I-2 districts. The council will also review EDA membership composition, revolving loan program guidelines, a bee ordinance, and a code of conduct.

• Greenhouse gas inventory for 2022: total emissions 105,143,025 kg CO2; largest sources electricity (40,880,366 kg) and natural gas (39,640,423 kg)
• Zoning text amendment to City Code Chapter 24, Sections 24-16, 24-379, 24-380, 24-409, 24-410 for North Industrial Park (approx. 125 acres)
• Proposed to add multi-family residential, townhouse, medical office, administrative/business office, and warehouse/indoor farming as permitted or conditional uses in I-1 and I-2 districts
• EDA membership composition review due to quorum and designated seat concerns
• Revolving Loan Program Guidelines, Bee Ordinance, and Code of Conduct reviews

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

This meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Library Board

The St. Peter Library Board is meeting to review the April 2024 circulation and program report, including checkouts, new items, and event attendance. The agenda also includes an update on the Assistant Library Supervisor position and a formal policy for residents to request reconsideration of library materials, programs, or displays, which is attached for reference. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; it is primarily a report and policy review session.

• 7,641 checkouts in April, 445 eBooks and 766 eAudiobooks borrowed via Libby
• 117 MNLink items shared with other libraries
• Over 350 attended Senior Expo on April 18; author Antti Tuomainen visited
• Summer Reading Program for adults and children upcoming
• Policy for Reconsideration of Library Materials, Programming or Displays attached for review

Minnesota River Valley Transit

The Minnesota River Valley Transit Joint Powers Board is meeting to consider adopting a new procurement policy, which sets rules for purchasing with federal, state, and local funds. The board will also approve minutes and disbursements, and hear reports on operations, compliance, and finances. The agenda includes no old business.

• Consideration of a new Procurement Policy
• Approval of disbursements for March 1 – April 30, 2024
• Operations report on bus grant updates, including 2021 bus and electric bus
• Summer schedule and fare update
• Financial and employee updates

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will consider adopting the 2024 Parks Master Plan, authorize final payment for Magner Parkway improvements, and approve engineering services for Klein Street. They will also discuss a closed session on the sale of city-owned property at 1225 South Washington.

• Adopt 2024 Parks Master Plan by ISG Engineering
• Final payment of $66,317.13 to Dirt Merchant, Inc. for 2023 Magner Parkway improvements
• Authorize Bolton and Menk for Klein Street design, not to exceed $83,500
• New tobacco license application
• Closed session to discuss purchase of city property at 1225 South Washington

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to hear the Police Department's annual presentation and review the 2023 Annual Report. They will also discuss a proposed interim ordinance regulating cannabis businesses, including registration, fees, and operational restrictions. The ordinance is for discussion only; no final action is scheduled.

• Police Department annual presentation and 2023 Annual Report review
• Proposed cannabis ordinance: registration required, fee set by Council resolution
• Restrictions: no sales 9 p.m.–10 a.m., no on-site consumption, no delivery
• Cannabis businesses prohibited within 1,000 ft of schools, 500 ft of daycares/parks
• Council may cap number of cannabis retail registrations at three

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings and consider approvals for a text amendment to industrial zoning rules, a preliminary plat for 4 industrial lots in North Industrial Park, and a preliminary plat for 42 residential lots in Traverse Green. They will also consider a preliminary and final plat for Traverse Green Townhomes (2 lots). The zoning amendment would add residential, medical office, and warehouse/indoor farming uses to industrial districts.

• Text amendment to City Code Chapter 24, Sections 16, 379, 380, 410 (industrial uses/definitions)
• Preliminary plat: North Industrial Park Subdivision No. 3 (4 industrial lots)
• Preliminary plat: Traverse Green Subdivision No. 3 (42 residential lots)
• Preliminary and final plat: Traverse Green Townhomes (2 residential lots)
• Public hearing on proposed ordinance amendment

Economic Development Authority

The Saint Peter Economic Development Authority will consider amending its Revolving Loan Program Guidelines to set base interest rates: prime rate for non-real estate secured loans and 2% under prime for real estate secured loans. The board will also consider an ordinance amendment to change the composition of the EDA, and review and approve 2024 ADA Accessibility Improvement Grant Awards. Reports on the Revolving Loan Fund and COVID-19 Hospitality Assistance Program will be presented.

• Amendment to Revolving Loan Program Guidelines: real estate secured loans at prime minus 2%, non-real estate at prime
• Ordinance amendment to City Code Section 2-556 regarding EDA composition
• Review and approval of 2024 ADA Accessibility Improvement Grant Awards
• Revolving Loan Fund report
• COVID-19 Hospitality Assistance Program report

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for April 30, 2024 has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items and will not be rescheduled. This is a procedural notice only; no decisions or discussions will take place.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• No rescheduling planned

City Council

The Saint Peter City Council is holding a goal session to discuss a wide range of topics, including the 2024-2038 Parks Master Plan, a child care task force, City Hall space options, commission membership, a climate change proposal, additional solar sites, housing updates, and setting priorities. The meeting is primarily for discussion and input, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Parks Master Plan (2024-2038) review, covering 23 parks and 775 acres, with 16.5 miles of existing trails and 21.7 miles proposed
• City Hall space needs analysis update, including options at the former Scholarship America building
• Climate change work proposal from paleBLUEdot LLC, with discussion on whether new sustainability projects must be income rate neutral
• Discussion on remaining SMMPA solar allocations and proposed sites
• Housing update covering recent apartment additions (227 units) and projected 70-90 more units in two years

City Council

The Saint Peter City Council will consider approving a $1,440,375 advance of Municipal State Aid funds for 2023/2024 projects, approve new licenses, and hold a closed session for union negotiations with Operating Engineers Local 70 covering water, wastewater, stormwater, electric linemen, streets, and parks. The agenda also includes routine items like consent agenda approval, an Arbor Day proclamation, and a report on park restrooms and water fountains opening.

• Resolution requesting $1,440,375 Municipal State Aid construction account advance
• Approval of new Tree Worker license, 6-month peddler license, and two temporary tobacco licenses
• Closed session for union negotiations with International Union of Operating Engineers Local 70
• Arbor Day proclamation for April 26, 2024
• Report on park restrooms and water fountains opening for the season

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will discuss and vote on accepting the 2024 Parks Master Plan, which will be sent to the City Council for final approval. The board will also prioritize park improvements for 2025-2028 and review a disc golf course improvement initiative funded by a donation from River Valley Disc Golf.

• Resolution 2024-03 recommending acceptance of the 2024 Parks Master Plan
• Discussion and prioritization of park improvements for 2025-2028
• Disc golf course improvements: new baskets, tee pads, signage (estimated $1,520 city cost)
• February and March activity reports from Recreation and Leisure Services
• Seasonal hiring updates from Recreation and Public Works

Tree Advisory Board

The Tree Advisory Board is voting on Resolution 2024-01, which would adopt a new approved tree planting list for city right-of-way. The list includes dozens of tree species and cultivars, and some trees are being removed due to disease or new classification. If approved, the list will be used for all future urban forest plantings and City Code will be updated accordingly.

• Resolution 2024-01 adopting a new approved tree planting list for city right-of-way
• List includes species such as Quaking Aspen, River Birch, several Maple and Oak varieties, and Kentucky Coffeetree
• Some trees are being removed from the list due to disease or new classification
• City Code will be updated to reflect the new approved list

City Council

The City of Saint Peter Board of Appeal and Equalization is meeting to review the appeals process and hear appeals from property owners regarding their property valuations. The meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2024, at the Community Center.

• Review of process and appeals received
• Appeals by property owners

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the first-quarter financial review of major funds, a traffic review of Front Street from Jefferson to Mulberry, an update on Safe Routes to School, and a Municipal State Aid advance request. No formal votes are scheduled; items are for information and discussion.

• Quarterly financial review of General, Water, Wastewater, Environmental Services, Electric, and Stormwater funds
• Front Street traffic review: staff reports speeds mostly under 34 mph, no full engineering study recommended
• Safe Routes to School program update
• Municipal State Aid (MSA) advance request discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan, which outlines upgrades needed over the next 20 years, including immediate biosolids repairs and 5-10 year improvements to treatment systems. The council will also consider several resolutions, including approving a hospital equipment purchase, awarding a bid for bituminous materials, repairing a generator at the Broadway Generation Plant, renewing a boat landing agreement with the DNR, renewing the No Mow May program, and approving new licenses.

• Public hearing on Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan
• Resolution approving hospital capital purchase (T-Doc Base System and Modules)
• Resolution awarding bid for bituminous materials for street repairs
• Resolution approving repairs to Generator #2 at Broadway Generation Plant
• Resolution renewing No Mow May program and limiting ordinance enforcement in May

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop session, starting with bus tours of city projects and the wastewater treatment plant, followed by a Public Works department presentation and a review of the proposed 2024 No Mow May program. The agenda is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Tour of city projects and land use, and Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Public Works presentation covering 2024 projects, grants, and utility operations
• No Mow May program review with proposed $500 budget and registration process
• Front Street Substation project at $1,598,000, completion August-December 2024
• Reverse osmosis membrane replacement: $243,360 (Broadway) and $146,016 (St. Julien)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will review and discuss a proposed amendment to City Code Chapter 24 that updates industrial use descriptions and the list of permitted and conditional uses in the I-1 and I-2 industrial districts. The amendment would add medium-high density residential uses, medical offices, and warehouse/indoor farming as allowed uses. The commission will also receive reports on several city projects, including the Traverse Green subdivision, Cullen Street improvements, and the North Industrial Park apartment project.

• Proposed zoning amendment to add townhouse and multifamily residential as conditional uses in I-1 and I-2 districts
• Warehouse/indoor farming added as permitted use in I-1 district
• Medical offices added as permitted use in I-1 district
• Cullen Street project: 42 lots, total cost $2,876,844
• Traverse Green: 27 vacant lots of 63 total

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority regular meeting scheduled for March 28, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items and will not be rescheduled. This is a procedural cancellation with no business to be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• No rescheduling planned

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will consider approving exterior improvements (windows and painting) at 221/225 South Minnesota Avenue, the former Godfather's Pizza and First National Bank buildings. The meeting also includes reports on the Minnesota Main Streets Conference and a downtown tour.

• Consider approval of exterior improvements (windows and painting) at 221/225 South Minnesota Avenue (former Godfather's Pizza building and historic First National Bank building) — Belgrade Holdings LLC
• Report on Minnesota Main Streets Conference — Owatonna, MN — April 4th & 5th
• Report on Grand Rapids Tour of Downtown Saint Peter — April 30th

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will consider several resolutions, including a development agreement with Miller Construction for Traverse Green subdivision, bids for substation equipment, seal coating, and the 2024 Pine Street improvement project, a rebranding effort, a fee schedule addition, and a collective bargaining agreement with LELS #242. The meeting also includes a closed session for union negotiations and a proclamation for Vietnam Veterans Day.

• Development agreement with Miller Construction for Traverse Green subdivision lots
• Bid approval for Front Street Substation equipment replacement
• Seal coat bid approval for approximately 100 blocks of streets
• Awarding bid for 2024 Pine Street Improvement from South Washington Avenue to South Minnesota Avenue
• Collective bargaining agreement with LELS #242 (Communication Technicians)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for March 19, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council workshop will tour Rivers Edge Hospital and hear a presentation on its strategic plan. The Council will also review a draft ordinance that would allow swimming at designated locations, such as Hallett Park, at one's own risk. Additionally, they will discuss filling vacancies on the One Watershed One Plan Policy Committee.

• Hospital tour and presentation on strategic plan
• Draft ordinance to allow swimming at designated locations, including Hallett Park
• Discussion of One Watershed One Plan Policy Committee membership
• Meeting held at Rivers Edge Hospital, Helen White Room 1

Library Board

The Saint Peter Public Library Advisory Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss library operations, including an update on the Traverse des Sioux Library, the librarian's report on winter activities, and new business regarding a Library Outreach Liaison. The agenda is largely routine, with reports and updates rather than major policy decisions.

• Traverse des Sioux Library update
• Schmidt Foundation update
• Friends of the Library update
• Library Outreach Liaison discussion
• February circulation: 7,616 checkouts, 467 eBooks, 701 eAudiobooks

Planning & Zoning Commission

The regular Planning & Zoning Commission meeting originally scheduled for March 7, 2024, has been rescheduled to March 28, 2024. No other agenda items are listed.

• Meeting rescheduled from March 7 to March 28, 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the second single-family phase of the Traverse Green neighborhood, including infrastructure improvements along Cullen Street and a proposed development agreement with home builders. They will also review the Environmental Services Fund mid-cycle budget. No formal action is scheduled; the items are for information and discussion only.

• Cullen Street improvements (Essler Drive to Clark Street) estimated at $1,934,050 total project cost
• Cullen Street improvements (Clark Street to 600' North) estimated at $705,200 total project cost
• Proposed $2,740,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A to fund Cullen Street project
• Discussion of development agreement with home builders for Traverse Green lots
• Mid-cycle review of Environmental Services Fund budget

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will vote on several items, including two revolving loans for 227 Mulberry LLC, reestablishing the Accessibility Improvement Grant Program with a $45,000 budget, adopting the Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan, and approving a library services contract with Nicollet County. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss a possible land purchase at 1 Scholarship Way.

• Two revolving loans for 227 Mulberry LLC: $10,000 Central Business District and $100,000 regular revolving loan program
• Re-establish Accessibility Improvement Grant Program with $45,000 budget
• Adopt Wastewater Treatment Facility Plan by Bolton and Menk, Inc.
• Approve 2024 Library Services Contract with Nicollet County (same amount as 2023)
• Closed session to discuss land purchase at 1 Scholarship Way

Economic Development Authority

The Saint Peter Economic Development Authority will consider approving two loans totaling $110,000 to 227 Mulberry, LLC for renovating the Old Fire Hall at 227 Mulberry Street into Tremendous Brewing Company. The board will also discuss loan rates and risk for real estate secured loans, and review regulations for EDA membership composition. Reports on the Revolving Loan Fund and COVID-19 Hospitality Assistance Program will be presented.

• Loan request: $100,000 Revolving Loan at 6% for 20 years, $10,000 CBD Renovation Loan at 0% for 10 years, total $110,000
• Project cost: $1,005,000 for real estate, equipment, and construction at 227 Mulberry Street (Old Fire Hall)
• Discussion on loan rates and risk for real estate secured vs. non-real estate secured loans
• Review of EDA membership composition regulations
• Reports on Revolving Loan Fund and COVID-19 Hospitality Assistance Program

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will hold a workshop-style meeting with no formal votes. They will receive an update on Project 33, a water storage and wellhead protection initiative, and discuss potential changes to ordinances regarding dogs in parks, swimming at Hallett's Pond, and the city's 'List of Vital Importance' priorities.

• Project 33: $301,722.03 spent on water storage and nutrient management, with $63,240 city match
• Discussion on allowing leashed dogs in all city parks (current ordinance bans them unless designated)
• Discussion on allowing swimming at Hallett's Pond (currently prohibited by ordinance)
• Review of proposed wording changes to the 'List of Vital Importance' community priorities

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board will review overviews of Hallett Park and Gorman Park, including a $2.4 million improvement project for Gorman Park with funding from city ARP funds, DNR grants, and foundations. The board will also discuss the Parks Master Plan and hear updates on recreation programs and facility usage from January 2024.

• Gorman Park Improvement Project: $2,418,050 total cost, with $650,000 from City Cash (ARP Funds) and $700,000 from DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant
• Hallett Park overview with layout option C including pollinator/rain garden, tall grasses, and beach
• Parks Master Plan discussion, including $30,000 ARPA for Stones Park playground fall protection replacement
• January recreation report: 40 kids at eSports, 122 kids at Creative Play Place, 179 evening pickleball players
• Senior Center received $6,000 grant to expand 2024 Fall Music Series from 8 to 15 shows

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will elect officers for 2024, approve minutes, and consider two new business items: replacing seven upper-level windows at the Red Men Club building (412 South 3rd Street) and approving signage and door/window improvements at the Old Fire Hall (227 West Mulberry Street) for Tremendous Brewing Company. The meeting also includes reports and updates from the Community Development Director.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from November 28, 2023
• Consider approval of 7 replacement windows at Red Men Club, 412 South 3rd Street
• Consider approval of signage and exterior improvements at Old Fire Hall, 227 West Mulberry Street (Tremendous Brewing Company)
• Community Development Report for January 2024

City Council

This is a procedural meeting with no decisions or discussions on the agenda. The City Council Committee of the Whole will tour the Scholarship America Building at 1 Scholarship Way, then adjourn.

• Building tour of Scholarship America Building, 1 Scholarship Way

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure and administrative items, including the 2024 Pine Street Improvement Project and engineering for Gorman Park. The meeting also includes discussions on MnDOT truck station agreements and wastewater system upgrades.

• 2024 Pine Street Improvement Project assessments and public hearing
• Gorman Park Project engineering services with Damon Farber Architects
• MnDOT Truck Station Agreement modification for North Industrial Park
• Acceptance of 2021 PLC/SCADA Upgrade Project at the wastewater treatment plant
• 2024 Equipment Certificate purchase of a field aerator

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss legislative priorities with Representative Jeff Brand, including local issues like the Gorman Park playground replacement and wastewater treatment upgrades, as well as statewide issues such as Local Government Aid and THC regulation. They will also review proposed modifications to the city's purchasing policy, which aim to correct an error and align approval thresholds. No formal action is scheduled; these are discussion items only.

• Gorman Park playground replacement estimated over $700,000; full park redesign $2 million
• Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades seeking funding to keep fees within county average
• River's Edge Hospital needs better Medicaid and Veterans Service reimbursement
• Purchasing policy modifications to fix 2022 error and align supervisor approval levels
• Discussion on Local Government Aid formula and THC regulation

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2024. The body will also conduct an initial review of a proposal to allow medium-higher density residential uses as a conditional use within the I-1 Limited Industrial District.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of medium-higher density residential uses in I-1 Limited Industrial District
• Review of January 2024 Community Development Report

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for January 30, 2024, has been cancelled due to no agenda items. The meeting will not be rescheduled.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The St. Peter City Council is holding a goal session to discuss long-range planning topics, including a wastewater treatment facility plan review, a Gorman Park master plan update, climate change work proposals, and a city hall space needs study. The meeting is primarily discussion-oriented, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Wastewater treatment facility plan review, including collection system inflow/infiltration issues
• Gorman Park master plan update with estimated total project cost of $2,162,027
• Climate change work proposals, including potential consultant scope
• City hall space needs study review by ISG
• Workforce of the future discussion, including hiring and compensation

Economic Development Authority

The Saint Peter Economic Development Authority will elect 2024 officers, review and consider approving amended Accessibility Improvement Grant Program guidelines (including a lower maximum grant of $15,000 and a 1-year completion deadline), and consider the 2024 program. They will also review the EDA's three main loan programs: Revolving Loan, CBD/Accessibility Enhancement, and Facade Renovation/Historical Loan. Reports will be given on the Revolving Loan Fund and the COVID-19 Hospitality Assistance Program.

• Election of 2024 EDA officers (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer)
• Proposed amendment to Accessibility Improvement Grant Program: max grant reduced from $25,000 to $15,000, completion deadline added, quotes reduced from 2 to 1
• Review of 2024 Accessibility Improvement Grant Program
• Review of Revolving Loan Program, CBD/Accessibility Enhancement Loan Program, and Facade Renovation/Historical Loan Program guidelines
• Reports on Revolving Loan Fund and COVID-19 Hospitality Assistance Program

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will consider approving equipment purchases, requests for event assistance, and an updated flag policy. The council will also hold closed sessions to discuss union contract negotiations and the potential sale of city-owned property at 107 West Nassau Street, followed by possible action on a police union contract.

• 2024 Equipment Certificate purchase: field striper (retroactive approval for 25% discount)
• 2024 Equipment Certificate purchase: parks replacement truck from Dodge of Burnsville
• Request for city assistance for Polar Bear Plunge and St. Patrick's Day Parade
• Flag policy update regarding half-staff flags on city buildings and parks
• Closed sessions for union negotiations (police, communications, electric, water/wastewater/stormwater, parks, streets) and purchase of 107 West Nassau

City Council

The City Council will review a proposed 2024 Mobile Home Park Buy-Out Program for the North (Green Valley) Mobile Home Park at 1305 North Minnesota Avenue, which would remove substandard homes and assist homeowners with relocation. The Council will also review the 2023-2024 Water Fund budget, including revenue, expenses, and future projections. Both items are for discussion only, with no action required at this meeting.

• Proposed buy-out program for North (Green Valley) Mobile Home Park, 1305 North Minnesota Avenue, with 27 remaining homes, many over 50 years old and structurally substandard
• City received $88,824 in Affordable Housing Aid from the State of Minnesota, added to a $700,000-plus housing fund
• Water Fund 2023 revenue projected at $5,381,298 vs. budget of $4,172,067, with $1.1M due to a transfer from Wastewater
• Water rates increased 1% on April 1, 2023 and 1% on January 1, 2024
• Klein Street water distribution improvements planned for 2024, $139,825, split 50% with MnDOT

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

The St. Peter Parks & Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving the agenda and December minutes, administering oaths to new members, electing officers, and reviewing the Parks Master Plan with consultant ISG. The agenda also includes reports on December activities and the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Oath of office for new members Jana Sykora, Larry Potts, and Loehrl Pillers
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Discussion of Parks Master Plan with ISG
• December activity report: 181 kids at Candy Cane Hunt, 225 kids at Santa event, 290 daytime pickleball players
• Senior Center grant request for $6,000 for Fall Music Series 2024

Minnesota River Valley Transit

The Minnesota River Valley Transit Joint Powers Board will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, administer the oath of office, and approve the November 13, 2023 minutes and disbursements for November-December 2023. The agenda lists no old or new business, but includes reports from operations, compliance, and administration staff. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer
• Approval of disbursements for November 1 - December 31, 2023 (total $154,279.21)
• Operations Manager report on bus grant updates (2021 bus, electric bus)
• Compliance Manager report on use statistics and general updates
• Administration report on financials and employee updates

Library Board

The Saint Peter Public Library Advisory Board is holding its regular January meeting. The board will elect officers for the year, hear the librarian's report on fall programs and winter plans, and discuss updates on the Friends of the Library, Gorman Park, and the Schmidt Foundation. New business includes a policy update and setting 2024 meeting dates. The agenda also includes a draft patron use of library space policy with enforcement and ban procedures.

• Election of officers for 2024
• Policy update on patron use of library space, including bans up to permanent
• Gorman Park update
• Schmidt Foundation update
• Winter programs: Winter Reading Program, Silent Book Club, VolunTeen internships

City Council

The St. Peter City Council will consider several resolutions, including accepting the completed Clark Street Extension project, purchasing playground equipment for Hallett Park, applying for a transportation grant, creating a new HR position, approving out-of-state travel, adopting the 2024 fee schedule, buying a used fire truck for $650,000, and updating the city administrator's contract with a 4% raise and extension through 2027. The meeting also includes the oath of office for newly elected officials and routine approvals.

• 2022 Clark Street Extension Project final acceptance and final payment to contractor
• Purchase of playground equipment for Hallett Park, reimbursed by APX Construction Group
• Transportation Alternatives Grant application for ADA improvements on South Third Street and trail connections on Sunrise Drive
• 2024 Municipal Fee Schedule adoption with modifications effective immediately
• Purchase of used fire truck from City of Hastings, MN for $650,000

Planning & Zoning Commission

The St. Peter Planning & Zoning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 4, 2024, has been cancelled due to no agenda items and will not be rescheduled. This is a procedural cancellation with no decisions or discussions taking place.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The St. Peter City Council workshop will discuss several items, including a proposed modification to the brewery ordinance to align with state law, the potential purchase of a used fire truck from Hastings for about $680,000, and updates on the city's rebranding effort. The council will also consider participation in the APPA legislative rally and review a flag policy.

• Brewing ordinance modification to comply with state statute, including new brewery taproom and off-sale license rules
• Potential purchase of a used fire truck from Hastings, MN for $650,000 plus $30,000 for outfitting, total ~$680,000
• Discussion of council participation in APPA Legislative Rally, Feb 26-28, 2024
• Review of final logo design from Lime Valley Advertising for city rebranding
• Flag policy review