Sauk Rapids public meetings in 2023
19 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council is considering a resolution to approve plans and specifications for the 2024 2nd Avenue South Improvements project and authorize advertising for bids. The estimated total project cost is $4,850,000, with funding from federal, state, and local sources. Approval is contingent upon the Minnesota Department of Transportation.
- Resolution approving plans and authorizing bids for 2024 2nd Avenue South Improvements
- Estimated construction cost: $3,600,000; total project: $4,850,000
- Project includes reconstruction of 2nd Ave S from Benton Dr to 10th St S, plus work on 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th St S and 3rd Ave S
- Separate $343,000 private lead service line replacement work within project corridor
- Bids to be advertised for 21 days; 5% bid deposit required
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council is meeting to consider several consent agenda items, including appointing Mayor Kurt Hunstiger to the St. Cloud Metropolitan Transit Commission, approving a $13,901.10 contract for manhole lining, and approving change orders for two construction projects. The agenda is largely routine administrative approvals.
- Appoint Mayor Kurt Hunstiger to St. Cloud MTC Board for term ending June 30, 2026
- Approve $13,901.10 Hyperline manhole coating for two manholes between Third and Summit Ave
- Approve Change Order No. 1 for Well No. 7 project, increasing contract by $745 to $194,565
- Approve Change Order No. 3 for Division Street Improvements, extending completion to Nov 17, 2023, no cost change
- Approve hiring Mathew Fallow as probationary firefighter
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a feasibility report for street resurfacing and utility repairs in Sauk Rapids. The proposed project includes full depth milling, sidewalk extensions, and targeted water and storm sewer repairs. The report outlines estimated costs and potential funding through state aid and special assessments.
- Proposed street resurfacing for 4th Avenue North and Osauka Road Northeast
- Estimated total project cost of $2,046,343.21
- Planned 140-foot sidewalk extension near Mayhew Lake Road Northeast
- Targeted water valve and hydrant replacements on 4th Avenue North
- Proposed special assessments for benefiting properties
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council is asked to approve a list of bills and claims for payment, including checks, electronic payments, and direct deposits. The list includes payments for street improvements, water utility projects, and various operational expenses. This is a routine approval of expenditures.
- C&L Excavating: $608,456.24 for 2023 Division St improvements
- C&L Excavating: $81,272.50 for Well #7 water utilities
- S.E.H., Inc: $55,936.40 for 2023 Division St improvements
- Minnesota Paving: $28,992.12 for 2022 overlay improvements
- City of St. Cloud: $52,262.89 for sewer connection
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2024 preliminary budget and property tax levy. The consent agenda includes several routine approvals, such as a drone purchase, contractor licenses, a cash donation, a change order for a road project, and the appointment of an assistant police chief.
- 2024 Budget and Preliminary Levy public hearing
- Purchase of DJI Matrice 30T drone
- Change Order No. 3 to 2022 Second Avenue North Improvement Project
- Renewal of gas and electric franchises with Northern States Power Company
- Appointment of Assistant Police Chief
City Council
The City Council is reviewing the August 2023 draft of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, which outlines the city's vision, goals, and land use strategies for the next twenty years. The plan includes chapters on community context, land use, development framework, and implementation, and will guide future zoning and development decisions. This is a discussion item, not a final adoption.
- 2040 Comprehensive Plan draft includes future land use categories: Low Density Residential (1-6 units/acre), High Density Residential (6-24 units/acre), Community Commercial, Business/Employment, Downtown Mixed Use, Neighborhood Mixed Use Overlay, Mixed Use Lifestyle Center, Parks and Open Space, Long-Term Growth Area, Public/Institutional
- Land Use Planning Districts: East 1, East 2, East 3, High School, Hwy 10 & Golden Spike, Hwy 23 Frontage
- Development capacity estimates: 1,965 developable acres across districts, with potential for 1,364 low-density residential units and 1,434 high-density residential units
- Housing data: 5,604 total housing units, 64.5% single-family detached, 32% multi-family; renter-occupied units increased from 30% in 2010 to 39% in 2020
- Demographic trends: median age rose from 33 to 35 (2010-2021); racial diversity increased since 2000
City Council
The City Council will discuss and provide direction on the School Resource Officer (SRO) contract with the Sauk Rapids-Rice School District. A recent state law change restricts SROs' use of force on students, creating legal uncertainty. The council has three options: continue the contract, terminate it, or temporarily suspend it. The school district has requested the program continue.
- School Resource Officer contract discussion and council direction
- 2023 Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor Licenses approval
- Approve minutes from 8-28-2023 regular meeting
- Approve list of bills and claims
City Council
This is a joint meeting of the Sauk Rapids City Council with other St. Cloud area cities. The agenda includes presentations from the Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation (GSDC) and Granite Table, followed by discussion. No formal decisions are scheduled.
- Presentation by Netia Bauman, GSDC CEO/President
- Presentation by Dr. David Tilstra and Clair Richards from Granite Table
- Questions and discussion period
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council is reviewing the 2023-2041 Capital Improvement Plan, a planning tool for major capital costs. The plan details projects for streets, utilities, parks, and equipment, with funding from levies, sales tax, grants, and bonds. It includes a $2 million bond for Mayhew Creek Park and notes ongoing exploration of PFAS remediation options for city wells.
- 2023 projects total $17.38 million, including $2.39M for 2nd Ave North reconstruction and $3.97M for Division St overlay
- Mayhew Creek Park Development: $10M in 2024, funded partly by $2M revenue bond
- PFAS abatement design: $400,000 in 2023 water utility misc
- Fire equipment: $736,000 in 2023 for SCBA's and tanker chassis replacement
- Street reconstruction: 2nd Ave S project in 2024 with $5.1M total cost, including federal grant
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council is asked to approve a list of bills and claims, including checks for fuel, utilities, equipment, and services. The largest single payment is $197,299.71 to Minnesota Paving for the 2023 overlay improvement project. The agenda is otherwise routine financial approvals.
- Approval of claims and bills totaling over $40,000 for fuel from East Side Oil
- Payment of $197,299.71 to Minnesota Paving for 2023 overlay improvements
- Payment of $79,627.62 to City of St. Cloud for sewer connection
- Various payments for Riverside Music in the Park series
- Payments to multiple liquor vendors for beer, wine, and spirits
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council will hold its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering purchases, licenses, and a change order, plus a regular agenda item on the 2024 Second Avenue South Improvement Project. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting also includes updates on the Rock the Riverside concert series and other staff items.
- Approve purchase of brine system for Public Works
- Approve change order No. 2 to Division Street Improvements Project
- Approve temporary 3.2 beer license for Church of the Sacred Heart Parish Festival
- Approve installing security cameras in police evidence storage area
- 2024 Second Avenue South Improvement Project
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council is receiving the city's audited basic financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2022. The audit found the statements fairly present the city's financial position, with total net position of $112,584,990 (including the EDA), a decrease of $1,193,087 largely due to unrealized investment losses. The council will also review the auditor's reports on internal control and legal compliance.
- Unmodified (clean) audit opinion on financial statements
- Total net position (city and EDA): $112,584,990, down $1,193,087
- General Fund unassigned balance: $4,150,609 (59% of 2022 expenditures)
- Long-term debt increased $3,495,793 during 2022
- HRA dissolved; assets transferred to new Economic Development Authority
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adding 4th Avenue North between 2nd and 8th Street North, plus side streets, to the 2023 Overlay Improvements project. The addition, called Section D, would add an estimated $485,000 to the project cost, bringing the total to $4,816,000. The council will also consider approving plans and specifications for this bid alternate and awarding the 2023 Overlay Improvements project.
- Public hearing on adding 4th Avenue North (Section D) to 2023 Overlay Improvements
- Consider awarding 2023 Overlay Improvements project
- Approve plans and specifications for bid alternate (Section D)
- Amusement permit for Greater St. Cloud Public Safety Foundation
- Authorize SEH for final design and construction of Water Booster Station Modifications
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council will consider a consent agenda with permits and licenses for the Rapids River Food Fest and Carden International Circus, staff conference attendance, a sign language interpreter agreement, change orders for street projects, and two cash donations to the fire department. The regular agenda is empty, but the council will hear a police department update and a Citizen of the Year update.
- Amusement permit and temporary on-sale liquor license for Rapids River Food Fest, June 24, 2023, at Municipal Park, with fees waived
- Amusement permit for Carden International Circus
- Change Order No. 1 to 2023 Division Street Improvements Project
- Change Order No. 2 to 2022 Second Avenue North Improvements Project
- Cash donations of $2,500 and $1,625 to Sauk Rapids Fire Department
City Council
The City Council will consider approving an addendum to the 2023 Overlay Improvements feasibility study, adding Section D streets (4th Avenue North and side streets) to the project due to rapid pavement deterioration. The addendum increases the total project cost from $4,320,000 to $4,816,000 and calls for a public hearing on May 8, 2023. The council will also consider approving plans and specifications for a bid alternate for Section D.
- Add Section D (4th Ave N between 2nd and 8th St N, plus side streets) to 2023 Overlay project
- Total project cost increases from $4,320,000 to $4,816,000
- Estimated assessment increases from $852,752 to $918,574
- Public hearing set for May 8, 2023 at 6:10 PM
- Reconstruction of Section D delayed from 2032 to around 2037
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council is deciding whether to approve the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Agreement Amendment and Amended Development Agreement for Windsor Estates Two, a 24-lot residential development. The agreements modify the original 2006 PUD to allow for cul-de-sacs, nonconforming lots, and additional easements, and include financial incentives from the City and Benton County. The Planning Commission has recommended approval, and the Council previously conditionally approved the plat.
- Approval of PUD Agreement Amendment and Amended Development Agreement for Windsor Estates Two
- 24 new single-family lots added to existing 24 in Windsor Estates
- City and Benton County each contribute $7,500 per lot for sewer and water infrastructure
- City waives park dedication fees and water/sewer trunk charges
- Cul-de-sacs on 11th Avenue NE and 28th Street NE; 29th Street NE exempt from 500-foot restriction
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for C&L Distributing to use an alternative elevation method for fill in the flood fringe. The council will also consider consent agenda items including licenses, a change order, appointments, and a bench sponsorship. The meeting includes routine approvals and a liquor operations update.
- Conditional use permit for C&L Distributing to allow alternative elevation method for fill in flood fringe
- Approve 2023 plumbing and mechanical contractor licenses
- Approve Change Order No. 4 to 2020 Southside Lift Station
- Approve appointment to Police Officer position
- Approve Southside/Lions Park bench sponsorship agreement
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing on a Planned Unit Development (PUD) amendment for Windsor Estates, which would allow an alternative plat layout with 24 new single-family lots, including some non-conforming lot sizes. The council will also consider a consent agenda with routine items such as permits, purchases, and licenses. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the January 23 meeting and a list of bills and claims.
- Public hearing on Windsor Estates PUD amendment for 24 residential lots with cul-de-sacs at 11th Ave NE and 29th St NE
- Approve amusement permit for Sauk Rapids Farmers Market at Coborn's
- Approve purchase of lawn mower and Ventrac tractor with leaf vacuum system
- Approve awarding 2023 Division Street Improvements Project
- Approve 2023 plumbing and mechanical contractor licenses
City Council
The Sauk Rapids City Council will hold a public hearing on Journey Home's request to amend its conditional use permit to allow men at its women's residential facility and remove treatment hour limits. The council will also consider approving a detailed estimate for undergrounding power lines at the old Locker Plant site, along with other consent agenda items.
- Public hearing on Journey Home CUP amendment to allow men and remove 20-hour treatment limit
- Approve $233,604.52 estimate for undergrounding power lines at old Locker Plant site
- Approve increase to Rock the Riverside artist and production consultant compensation
- Approve Rinke Noonan 2023 legal rates
- Cummings Care Center PUD one-year review