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Recent meetings
Mon Jul 27, 2026
City Council
Council to approve water tower reconditioning, block party, gambling permit
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $750,000 standpipe water tower reconditioning at Summit Ave North, an amusement permit for St. Cloud Financial Credit Union's Back-to-School Block Party, a resolution accepting a $1,000 cash donation from the Sauk Rapids VFW to the Fire Department, and a gambling premises permit for Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association at Sports Arena East. No items are on the regular agenda. The meeting also includes updates on Rock the Riverside and a reminder that the August 10th meeting is cancelled.
- Approve $750,000 standpipe water tower reconditioning at Summit Ave North
- Approve amusement permit for St. Cloud Financial Credit Union's Back-to-School Block Party on August 20th at 220-224 2nd Ave North
- Accept $1,000 cash donation from Sauk Rapids VFW to Fire Department for equipment and fire prevention
- Approve gambling premises permit for Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association at Sports Arena East, 1410 3rd Ave South
- Approve Keystone Design Build site plan for Core 4 Project at 920 Goldenspike Road NE
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026
6:00PM
6:00PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 7-13-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
NONE
6. Mayor's Communications
7. Audience ItemsNisitors-
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for St. Cloud Financial Credit Union's Back-to-School Block Party
C. Approve Resolution Accepting Cash Donation
D. Approve and Authorize Gambling Premises Permit for Sauk Rapids Youth Hockey Association
E. Approve 750,000-Gallon Standpipe Water Tower Reconditioning for Summit Ave North
F. Approve New Concession Stand Sign
G. Approve Keystone Design Build Site Plan for Core 4 Project at 920 Goldenspike Road NE
10. Regular Agenda
NONE
11. Other Staff Items
A. Rock the Riverside Update
B. Reminder-August 10th City Council Meeting is Cancelled Due to State Primary Election Set-Up
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
Monday, July 13, 2026
6:00PM
MINUTES
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Jason Ellering called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. Members present: Ellen Thronson, Nick
Sauer, Dottie Seamans, and …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on police promotion, parking ordinance, and park project changes
The Sauk Rapids City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes promoting Officer Katy Behrendt to sergeant, approving an ordinance amending parking regulations, and authorizing a change order for the Mayhew Creek Park baseball fields project. No public hearings or regular agenda items are scheduled. The meeting also includes updates on the Rock the Riverside summer concert series.
- Approve promotion of Police Officer Katy Behrendt to Police Sergeant
- Approve Change Order No. 4 to the Mayhew Creek Park (Baseball Fields) Project
- Approve the Ordinance Amending Parking Regulations
- Approve Amusement Permit for Harvest Fellowship's Block Party
- Approve Solar at Mississippi Heights Elementary
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
6:00PM
6:00PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 6-22-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
A. 5-11-2026 Regular EDA Meeting Minutes
6. Mayor's Communications
7. Audience ltemsNisitors-
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Harvest Fellowship's Block Party
C. Approve Promotion of Police Officer Katy Behrendt to the Position of Police Sergeant
D. Approve Ditch Cleaning Behind 1028 9th Ave North
E. Approve Amusement Permit for Public Safety Foundation's Handshakes with Heroes
Event
F. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
G. Approve Change Order No. 4 to the Mayhew Creek Park (Baseball Fields) Project
H. Approve Solar at Mississippi Heights Elementary
I. Approve the Ordinance Amending Parking Regulations
10. Regular Agenda
NONE
11. Other Staff Items
A. Rock the Riverside Update
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
Monday,June22,2026
6:00PM
MINUTES
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
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Mon Jun 22, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on $46K/year cybersecurity contract with ShiftTech
The City Council will consider approving a cybersecurity services agreement with ShiftTech at an estimated cost of $46,000 per year, with a partial-year cost of about $23,000 for 2026. The consent agenda also includes appointments, license renewals, and a compensation study. No public hearings or regular agenda items are scheduled.
- Approve ShiftTech Cyber Security Agreement for approximately $46,000/year to address ransomware and cyber insurance gaps
- Approve resolution appointing Kurt Hunstiger to the St. Cloud Metropolitan Transit Commission for 2026-2029
- Approve 2026 BakerTilly Compensation Study and implement Option 3 effective July 5th
- Approve the sale of Fire Department Unit 7
- Approve special event addendum to Riverside Terrace rental for Lost Times Tavern on August 30th
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
6:00PM
6:00PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 6-08-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
NONE
6. Mayor's Communications
7. Audience ltemsNisitors-
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve ShiftTech Cyber Security Agreement
C. Approve Resolution Appointing Kurt Hunstiger to St. Cloud MTC Board
D. Approve 2026 Election Judge Schedule for State Primary and Authorize Staff the Ability to Assign
Additional Judges
E. Approve Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses for 2026
F. Approve City Administrator's Authority to Approve Certain Change Orders for the
Mayhew Creek Community Center Project
G. Accept and Approve 2026 BakerTilly Compensation Study and Implement Option 3 Effective July 5th
H. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Local Bargaining Units
I. Approve the Sale of the Fire Department Unit 7
J. Approve Special Event Addendum to Riverside Terrace Rental on Sunday, August 30th for Lost Times Tavern
10. Regular Agenda
NONE
11. Other Staff Items
A. Rock the Riverside Update
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
Monday,Ju …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026
City Council
Sauk Rapids City Council holds joint meeting with St. Cloud Area cities
The Sauk Rapids City Council is meeting jointly with other St. Cloud area cities for a social gathering and dinner. The agenda contains only procedural items with no decisions or discussions listed.
- Social gathering to enjoy Rock the Riverside
- Dinner – On your own (Food trucks will be on-site)
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Public Meeting of Sauk Rapids City Council
ST. CLOUD AREA JOINT CITIES MEETING
Thursday, June 18, 2026
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Riverside Terrace (On the Deck)
195 River Ave South, Sauk Rapids, MN
6:00 p.m. 1. Social gathering to enjoy Rock the Riverside
2. Dinner – On your own (Food trucks will be on-
site)
Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on annual liquor licenses for 10 establishments
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving annual intoxicating on-sale, special Sunday, 3.2 beer off-sale, and seasonal outdoor liquor licenses for 10 establishments for the license year July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027. One applicant, Los Mariachis Mexican Grill, is a new license for 415 North Benton Drive. Danny's Dugout failed a recent alcohol compliance check and will be required to complete staff training or face a $1,000 fine. The agenda also includes recognition of a 30-year employee and an update on the Rock the Riverside concert series.
- Public hearing and vote on annual liquor licenses for 10 establishments, including new applicant Los Mariachis Mexican Grill at 415 North Benton Drive
- Danny's Dugout failed an alcohol compliance check; must complete all-staff training by October 14 or be fined $1,000
- 30 Years of Dedicated Service Recognition for Karl Kampa, Sauk Rapids Liquor
- Rock the Riverside update – summer concert series runs June 4 through August 27 at The Clearing
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2026
6:00PM
6:00PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 5-26-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
6. Mayor's Communications
• 30 Years of Dedicated Service Recognition, Karl Kampa, Sauk Rapids Liquor
7. Audience ItemsNisitors-
8. Public Hearings
A. Applicant Purpose
City of Sauk Rapids To Consider an On-Sale Intoxicating License, Special Sunday
License, and Off-Sale 3.2 Beer License, and Seasonal Outdoor Sales
Within the City of Sauk Rapids for the License Year of July 1,
2026--June 30, 2027
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Close Public Hearing
3. Consider Action
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Benton County Agricultural Society's Garage Sale
and Food Truck Event
C. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
D. Approve Resolution Regarding the Nutritional Shake Shack Drive Thro and Cat Lounge Conditional
Use Permit
10. Regular Agenda
NONE
11. Other Staff Items
A. Rock the Riverside Update
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
6:00PM
MINUTES
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Ma …
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Tue May 26, 2026
City Council
Auditor flags lack of accounting segregation in city finances
The City Council is reviewing the annual audit report for the year ended December 31, 2025. The auditor identified a significant deficiency in internal control due to a lack of segregation of accounting duties, citing specific risks in electronic funds transfers, payroll, utility billing, and inventory. No material weaknesses were found, and the audit opinion is unmodified.
- Significant deficiency: lack of segregation of accounting duties due to limited staff
- Electronic funds transfers: Financial Director authorizes, records, and reconciles without full segregation
- No required cybersecurity training for employees
- Uncorrected misstatements: pension in-kind contribution, subscription liability, inventory
- Auditor's report dated May 7, 2026, with unmodified opinion
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City of Sauk Rapids
Benton County, Minnesota
Communications Letter
December 31, 2025
City of Sauk Rapids
Table of Contents
Report on Matters Identified as a Result of
the Audit of the Basic Financial Statements 1
Significant Deficiency 3
Required Communication 4
Financial Analysis 9
Emerging Issues 21
1
Report on Matters Identified as a Result of
the Audit of the Basic Financial Statements
Honorable Mayor and Members
of the City Council and Management
City of Sauk Rapids
Sauk Rapids, Minnesota
In planning and performing our audit of the basic financial statements of the governmental activities,
business-type activities, the discretely presented component unit, each major fund, and the
aggregate remaining fund information of the City of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, as of and for the year
ended December 31, 2025, in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United
States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing
Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States, we considered the City's internal
control over financial reporting (internal control) as a basis for designing audit procedures that are
appropriate in the circumstances for the purpose of expressing our opinions on the financial
statements, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the City's
internal control. Accordingly, we do not express a …
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Thu May 21, 2026
City Council
Council to discuss Storm Street NE project and public hearing on fee changes
The Sauk Rapids City Council is meeting to discuss the Storm Street Northeast project and hold a public hearing on proposed fee changes. The agenda includes ceremonial items and appears to focus on infrastructure and financial matters.
- Discussion of Storm Street Northeast project
- Public hearing on fee changes
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4:00 P.M.
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Mon May 11, 2026
City Council
Council to recognize Citizen of the Year, approve permits and contracts
The Sauk Rapids City Council will recognize Yvonne Crandall as the 2026 Citizen of the Year and vote on a consent agenda that includes an amusement permit for Manea's Meats' customer appreciation event, amendments to liquor licensing and breach of peace sections of city code, a park special event policy, and several infrastructure contracts. No items are listed on the regular agenda.
- Recognize Yvonne Crandall as 2026 Sauk Rapids Citizen of the Year
- Approve amusement permit for Manea's Meats Customer Appreciation Event on August 1
- Approve amendments to liquor licensing and breach of peace sections of city code
- Approve agency agreement for federal participation in 2026 2nd Avenue South pedestrian railroad crossing improvements
- Approve awarding the 2026 lead water service line replacement project
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, MAY 11, 2026
6:00PM
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 4-27-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
B. 5-4-2026 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
NONE
6. Mayor’s Communications
e 2026 Sauk Rapids Citizen of the Year, Yvonne Crandall, Recognition
7, Audience Items/Visitors—
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Manea’s Meats Customer Appreciation Event
C. Approve Amendments to the Liquor Licensing and Breach of Peace Sections of City Code
D. Approve Park Special Event Policy and Application
E. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
F. Approve a Resolution Approving Agency Agreement for Federal Participation in Advance Construction
For the 2026 2"* Avenue South Pedestrian Railroad Crossing Improvements Project
G. Approve Awarding the 2026 Lead Water Servicer Line Replacement Project
H. Approve City Administrator’s Attendance to the 2026 Annual ICMA Conference
10. Regular Agenda
NONE
11. Other Staff Items
A. Mayhew Creek Community Center, Creekside Early Education Center, and Storm Activities Complex
Groundbreaking
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
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Mon May 4, 2026
City Council
Council to appoint a utility billing clerk at special meeting
The Sauk Rapids City Council is holding a special meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Government Center. The only substantive item on the agenda is a consent agenda item to approve the appointment of a Utility Billing Clerk. The meeting will then adjourn.
- Approve appointment of Utility Billing Clerk
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SPECIAL MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave. N.
MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026
4:00PM
4:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Consent Agenda
A. Approve Appointment of Utility Billing Clerk
3. Adjournment
Mon Apr 27, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on cannabis performance standards and industrial park plat
The City Council will hold public hearings on two items: an amendment to the city ordinance adding performance standards for cannabis uses, and a preliminary and final plat for the Sauk Rapids EDA in the Industrial Park East. The cannabis amendment sets distance requirements from schools, daycares, and parks, and mandates odor control systems. The plat is part of the daycare project to clean up property lines and retain wetlands as outlots.
- Public hearing on ordinance amendment adding performance standards for cannabis uses, including 1,000-foot setback from schools and 500-foot from daycares
- Public hearing on preliminary and final plat for Sauk Rapids EDA in Industrial Park East Plat 2, related to daycare project
- Consent agenda includes awarding 2026 2nd Avenue South Improvements Project contingent on MnDOT concurrence
- Consent agenda includes temporary on-sale liquor license for Church of the Sacred Heart's Parish Festival
- Consent agenda includes approving 2026 plumbing and mechanical contractor licenses
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, APRIL 27, 2026
6:00PM
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 4-13-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
A. 3-09-2026 EDA Meeting Minutes
6. Mayor’s Communications
7. Audience Items/Visitors—
8. Public Hearings
A. Applicant Purpose
City of Sauk Rapids To Consider an Amendment to Section 10 of the City Ordinance by
Adding Performance Standards for Cannabis Uses in the City of
Sauk Rapids
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Close Public Hearing
3. Consider Action
B. Applicant Purpose
Sauk Rapids EDA To Consider the Preliminary and Final Plat Called “Sauk Rapids
EDA” Located on a Portion of Lot 1 Block 2 and Lot 1 and Block 3
in the Sauk Rapids Industrial Park East Plat 2 in the City of Sauk
Rapids
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Close Public Hearing
3. Consider Action
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Church of the Sacred Heart’s Parish Festival
C. Approve and Authorize Resolution for a Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Church of the Sacred Heart
D. Approve Awarding the 2026 2" Avenue South Improvements Project Contingent Upon Concurrence from
Minnesota Department of Transportation
E. Approve High School Tower Reconditioning
F. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
G. Approve a Resolution …
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Thu Apr 16, 2026
City Council
Joint meeting of City Council and School Board with facility update
The Sauk Rapids City Council and Sauk Rapids-Rice Board of Education will hold a joint meeting. The agenda includes a construction and facility update, followed by closing comments from both bodies and adjournment.
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JOINT MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL AND SAUK RAPIDS-RICE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Riverside Terrace
195 River Ave South
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
6:00 p.m.
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1. Call to Order of the Sauk Rapids City Council (Ellering)
2. Call to Order of the Sauk Rapids- Rice Board of Education (Butkowski)
3. Pledge of Allegiance
4. Construction and Facility Update
5. Closing Comments (Ellering)
6. Closing Comments (Bergstrom)
7. Adjournment
Mon Apr 13, 2026
City Council
Council to approve ESI quotes for 2nd Avenue South improvements project
The City Council will consider consent agenda items including approving Electrical Solutions Incorporated (ESI) quotes for the 2026 2nd Avenue South Improvements Project, approving an amusement permit for the St. Cloud Antique Auto Club's car show, and approving 2026 plumbing and mechanical contractor licenses. No public hearings or regular agenda items are scheduled.
- Approve ESI quotes for 2026 2nd Avenue South Improvements Project
- Approve amusement permit for St. Cloud Antique Auto Club's Antique Car Show on August 16, 2026 at Benton County Fairgrounds
- Approve 2026 plumbing and mechanical contractor licenses
- Approve 2025 fund transfers
- Joint meeting with Sauk Rapids-Rice School District on April 16, 2026 at Riverside Terrace
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026
6:00PM
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 3-23-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
NONE
6. Mayor’s Communications
7. Audience Items/Visitors—
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for St. Cloud Antique Auto Club’s Antique Car Show
C. Approve Electrical Solutions Incorporated (ESI) Quotes in Connection with the 2026 2"? Avenue South
Improvements Project
D. Approve 2025 Fund Transfers
E. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
10. Regular Agenda
NONE
11. Other Staff Items
A. 4-16-2026 Joint Meeting with Sauk Rapids-Rice School District at Riverside Terrace
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
Monday, March 23, 2026
6:00PM
MINUTES
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Jason Ellering called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. Members present: Nick Sauer and Clinton
Holmgren. Members absent: Dottie Seamans and Ellen Thronson. Others present: Ross Olson, City
Administrator, Jarod Griffith, City Engineer, Craig Nelson, Utilities Director, Todd Schultz, Community
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Mon Mar 23, 2026
City Council
Council to consider tax abatement for 24-hour childcare center
The City Council is deciding on a property tax abatement agreement with Rising Star Child Care and Learning Center LLC for a new 24-hour childcare facility at 13th Ave NE. The project involves constructing an 11,880-square-foot building on 5.26 acres. The abatement would cover all taxes for 10 years for the building, with no inflation, and the property is currently tax-exempt.
- Tax abatement agreement for Rising Star Child Care and Learning Center LLC for a new 24-hour childcare facility
- New construction of an 11,880-square-foot childcare center at 13th Ave NE
- 10-year property tax abatement for the building portion of the project
- Developer must not represent the project as government-sponsored and must assume all operational risks
- Property currently tax-exempt; abatement covers taxes for the building only
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APPUCANT INFORMATION
Applicant Name: Rising Star Child care and Leaming Center LLC (S/Elaine Fischer)
Property Owner (if different from above):EF Properties LLC
Application Contact Name: Elaine Fischer
Business Phone:
Cell Phone:
Email Address:
Mailing address: 1605 4th Ave N
City: Sartell State: MN ZIP Code: 56377 1---------------------·-- - -
SUBJECT PROPERTY INFORMATION
Property address: 13th Ave NE Sauk Rapids MN 56379
Complete Legal Description: Childcare Center: See attached
Parcel ID: tbd Zoning Classification: PUD Property Site Total Acres or Square Feet: 5.26 Acres
Square footage of all floors in all existing buildings on property:
None
Square footage of all floors in all proposed building/additions:
1 11880 square feet
Land to Building Ratio (total square footage of all floors in all existing and proposed buildings divided by square footage of the property):
Project Name: Rising Star Child care and Leaming Center - new build
Project Description:
Building a �qlt 24 hour childcare center from ground up.
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Accurate and complete Statement of Use:
24 hour Commercial childcare facility
Describe the building materials to be used on all four sides and the roof of the building along with their color(s):
Front: Vertical LP Smartside with stone veneer
Side 1: LP Smartside with stone veneer
Side 2: LP Smartside with stone veneer
Back: LP Smartside with stone veneer
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS
According to Section __ Subd …
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Mon Mar 9, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on new police sergeant, fiber to ballfields, lawn mowers
The Sauk Rapids City Council will consider a consent agenda with 18 items, including creating an additional police sergeant position, extending fiber optic cable to ballfields, purchasing two replacement lawn mowers, and auctioning two public works vehicles. The meeting also includes approving a resolution for a 2026 lead service line replacement project grant application and authorizing a feasibility study for 2027 street overlay improvements.
- Approve creation of an additional Police Sergeant position to supervise investigators and School Resource Officers
- Approve extending fiber optic cable to ballfields
- Approve purchase of two lawn mower replacements
- Approve auctioning off two Public Works vehicles
- Approve resolution of application to Minnesota Public Facilities Authority for 2026 Lead Service Line Replacement Project
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, March 09, 2026
6:00PM
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 2-23-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes As Continued on March 2, 2026
Receive and File
NONE
6. Mayor’s Communications
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7, Audience Items/Visitors—
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve the Creation of an Additional Police Sergeant Position
C. Approve Promotion of Police Officer to the Position of Police Sergeant
D. Approve Extending Fiber to Ballfields
E. Approve the Purchase of Two Lawn Mower Replacements
F. Approve Auctioning Off Two Public Works Vehicles
G. Approve LMC Resolution Accepting Grant Navigator Fund
H. Approve a Resolution of Application to the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority for the 2026
Lead Service Line Replacement Project
I. Approve Change Order No. 3 to the 2024 Lead Service Line Replacement Project
J. Authorize SEH to Prepare a Feasibility Study for the 2027 Overlay Improvements Project
K. Authorize Archaeological Phase I Reconnaissance and Phase I Evaluation for the PFAS Abatement
Projects
L. Approve Resolution Accepting Cash Donation
M. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
N. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Rapids River Food Fest
O. Approve and Adopt Resolution Approving a Temporary On-Sale Li …
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Mon Feb 23, 2026
City Council
Council to consider joint powers agreement for school recreational facility
The council will discuss and potentially act on a joint powers agreement for a community recreational facility with ISD #47, review bids for an Early Childhood Center/Gymnasium, and consider a 2026 lead water service line replacement project. Several consent agenda items include approving bills, contractor licenses, parking restrictions, and fire department captain selections.
- Joint Powers Agreement for a Community Recreational Facility for School Project
- Early Childhood Center/Gymnasium Bids with ISD #47
- 2026 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Project
- Resolution relating to parking restrictions on Second Avenue South from 6th Street South to Benton Drive
- Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026
6:00PM
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 2-09-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
A. 9-22-2025 Special EDA Meeting Minutes
6. Mayor's Communications
7. Audience ItemsNisitors-
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
C. Approve a Resolution Relating to Parking Restrictions on Second A venue South from
6th Street South to Benton Drive
D. Approve 2026 Captain Selections for the Fire Department
10. Regular Agenda
A. Joint Powers Agreement for a Community Recreational Facility for School Project
B. Early Childhood Center/Gymnasium Bids with ISD #47
C. 2026 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Project
11. Other Staff Items
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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Mon Feb 9, 2026
City Council
Council to approve Pilgrim's Pride hatchery expansion, water plant VFD replacement
The City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a site plan for an 8,192-square-foot addition to the Pilgrim's Pride (Gold'n Plump) hatchery at 4 Industrial Boulevard, replacing a 22-year-old variable frequency drive at the water treatment plant for $29,106, and disposing of an abandoned Toyota Camry by selling it for scrap.
- Pilgrim's Pride hatchery expansion: 8,192 sq ft addition with truck bays at 4 Industrial Boulevard
- Water Treatment Plant High Service Pump #1 VFD replacement: $29,106 contract with Ideal Electronic Service and Design Electric
- Disposal of abandoned 1998 Toyota Camry (VIN 4T1BG28KXWU386722) by scrap sale
- Approval of list of bills (claims listing available at City Hall)
- Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the site plan
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SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Originating Department: Approved for Date: Agenda
Agenda by: Item #
February 9, 2026
Finance Department Ryan Meyer 9-A,
Agenda Section: Item:
Consent List of Bills
‘Council Action Requested:
Approve List of Bills as presented.
Note: The claims listing has been provided to City Council as a separate document and is available
for public view at City Hall upon request.
COUNCIL ACTION
Motion by
___ Seconded by
to
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL REQUEST FOR ACTION
Originating Department: Approved for Agenda by: | Date: Agenda Item #
Police Perry Beise February 9, 2026 G B
Agenda Section: Item: Approve disposal of abandoned property
Consent
BACKGROUND: During a criminal investigation on May 24, 2025, the police department
came into possession of a Red Toyota Camary (Vin# 4T1BG28KXWU386722). Since that time,
police department staff have followed procedures in accordance with City Ordinance and State
Statutes to return the vehicle to the owner.
A letter was sent to the owner on July 30, 2025 and notice was published in the Sauk Rapids
Herald, November 22, 2025 through December 6, 2025.
Police Department staff are seeking approval to dispose of the vehicle by selling it at scrap to
whichever local scrap yard pays the most.
REQUEST FOR ACTION: Approve by resolution disposing of abandoned Toyota Camary,
Vin # 4T1BG28KXWU386722, by selling to scrap yard.
RESOLUTIONNO.
A RESOLUTION DISPOSING OF ABANDONED PROPERTY
WHEREAS, Minn. Stat. § …
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Mon Jan 26, 2026
City Council
Council to approve updated School Resource Officer agreement with school district
The City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes approving an updated School Resource Officer agreement between the City of Sauk Rapids and Sauk Rapids-Rice School District, which incorporates 2023 legislative changes and maintains the district's 60% reimbursement of officer wages and benefits. Other consent items include approving boards and commissions for 2026, bid results for a new baseball concession stand at Mayhew Creek Park, and several items related to lead water service line replacement projects. No items are listed for the regular agenda or public hearings.
- Approve updated School Resource Officer agreement with Sauk Rapids-Rice School District (60% cost share)
- Approve bid results for new Mayhew Creek Park baseball concession stand
- Approve change order for 2025 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Project
- Authorize acquisition process for 2026 2nd Avenue South Pedestrian Railroad Crossing Project
- Approve resolution for Municipal State Aid Street Funds Advance
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026
6:00PM
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4, Approve Minutes
A. 1-12-2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
NONE
6. Mayor’s Communications
7. Audience Items/Visitors—
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve Boards and Commissions for 2026
C. Approve School Resource Officer Agreement Between the City of Sauk Rapids and Sauk Rapids-Rice School
District
D. Approve Bid Results for the New Mayhew Creek Park Baseball Concession Stand
E. Approve Resolution Accepting Cash Donation
F. Approve 2026 Fire Department Second Assistant Chief Position
G. Approve Change Order No. 1 to the 2025 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Project
H. Approve 2026 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses
I. Authorize SEH to Prepare LMC Grant Navigator Application and PPL/IUP Applications for the 2027
Lead Water Service Line Replacement Project
J. Approve Resolution for a Municipal State Aid Street Funds Advance
K. Authorize Staff, City Attorney, and City Engineer to Begin the Acquisition Process for the 2026
2"4 Avenue South Pedestrian Railroad Crossing Project
L. Authorize SEH to Prepare Additional Service Replacement Plans for the 2025 Lead Water Service Line
Replacement Project
10. Regular Agenda
NONE
11. Other Staff Items
12. Other …
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Mon Jan 12, 2026
City Council
Council to approve $95K tractor purchase and Second Avenue South parking restrictions
The Sauk Rapids City Council is meeting to handle routine consent items, including approving a $95,000 John Deere tractor purchase, a resolution banning parking near the new roundabout on Second Avenue South and Fourteenth Street South, and an audit proposal. The regular agenda includes discussion of the 2026 Second Avenue South pedestrian railroad crossing improvements. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Approve purchase of John Deere 5095M tractor and attachments for $95,000 after trade-in
- Resolution banning parking within 100 feet of splitter islands at Second Avenue South and Fourteenth Street South roundabout
- Approve audit proposal for 2025 audited financial statements
- Approve cancellation of August 10, 2026 City Council meeting for State Primary Election setup
- 2026 Second Avenue South pedestrian railroad crossing improvements on regular agenda
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026
6:00PM
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approve the Agenda
4. Approve Minutes
A. 12-08-2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Receive and File
NONE
6. Mayor’s Communications
7. Audience Items/Visitors—
8. Public Hearings
NONE
9. Consent Agenda
A. Approve List of Bills and Claims
B. Approve Cancellation of August 10 City Council Meeting Date and Reaffirm 2026 Polling Places
C. Approve a Resolution Relating to Parking Restrictions on Second Avenue South and Fourteenth Street South
D. Approve the Purchase of John Deere Tractor and Attachments
E. Approve Audit Proposal for 2025 Audited Financial Statements
F. Approve Appointment to the Open Utility Maintenance Position
G. Approve the Resolution to Adopt the Benton County Emergency Management Hazard Mitigation Plan
H. Approve and Authorize Amusement Permit for Sauk Rapids Farmers Market at Coborn’s
I. Approve 2025 and 2026 Mechanical and Contractor Licenses
J. Approve 2025 4** Quarter Plumbing, Mechanical, and Building Permits
10. Regular Agenda
A. 2026 2" Avenue South Pedestrian Railroad Crossing Improvements
11. Other Staff Items
12. Other Council Items and Communications
13. Adjournment
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REGULAR MEETING
SAUK RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL
SAUK RAPIDS GOVERNMENT CENTER, 250 Summit Ave N.
Monday, December 08, 2025
6:0 …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $632,683 | AMERICAN RX GROUP, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · MEDICATION RETURN ENVELOPES |
| $617,250 | AMERICAN RX GROUP, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · MEDICATION RETURN ENVELOPES |
| $377,005 | KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - NORTH CENTRAL Department of the Interior · EO14398 - OAK SAVANNA, ST. FRANCIS, BRANDE AND LONG POOL ROADS GRAVEL |
| $185,805 | C4 WELDING, INC. Department of Defense · 8510388499!BOOM,CRANE |
| $162,975 | AMERICAN RX GROUP, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · MEDICATION RETURN ENVELOPES |
| $135,497 | SNX TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Department of Justice · CONTOUR EDGE BANDER |
| $132,774 | C4 WELDING, INC. Department of Defense · 8509558388!BOOM,CRANE |
| $94,843 | KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - NORTH CENTRAL Department of the Interior · MN-SHERBURNE NWR-GAOA RIP RAP LEVEE PROJECT |
| $94,500 | KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - NORTH CENTRAL Department of the Interior · MN-SHERBURNE NWR-GRAVEL TASK ORDER |
| $75,546 | KNIFE RIVER CORPORATION - NORTH CENTRAL Department of the Interior · MN-SHERBURNE NWR-GAOA-SEVERSON RD PROJ |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.