St. Anthony public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review and approve the 2026 work plan, which outlines the commission's goals and objectives for the coming year. The meeting will also include the approval of prior meeting minutes and a public forum for general city business.

• Approval of PC meeting minutes (PC 09-16-2025)
• Review of 2026 Planning Commission Work Plan
• Public hearing
• Community forum for general city business

Public Hearing Notices

The Saint Anthony City Council will hold a public hearing on December 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road. The hearing will address the 2026 Operations Budget and the Final Levy Certification. Residents may submit comments in person or in writing before the hearing.

• Public hearing on the 2026 Operations Budget
• Public hearing on the Final Levy Certification
• In‑person comments accepted at City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road
• Written comments accepted online at savmn.com until the hearing date
• Contact City Clerk Nicole DeDeyn at 612‑782‑3334 for questions

City Council Work Session

The City Council will consider approval of the December 25, 2025 work session minutes. Council members will hear a presentation by Assistant City Manager Ashley Morello on preparation for the 2026 goal‑setting process, including review of related documents. The meeting will also review proposed future work session dates, times, and agenda items.

• Approval of the December 25, 2025 work session minutes
• Goal‑setting preparation presentation by Assistant City Manager Ashley Morello
• Review of 2025 goals definitions, pyramid, and draft 2026 goal‑setting agenda documents
• Discussion of future work session dates, times, and agenda items

The council voted 4‑0 to approve the November 25, 2025 work‑session minutes. A second 4‑0 vote adjourned the December 9 work session. No other actions were taken.

• Approved November 25, 2025 work session minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned December 9 work session (4-0)

City Council

The Saint Anthony Village City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the final 2026 tax levy and general operating budget. The meeting also includes appointments to the Planning Commission and Parks and Environmental Commission, approval of the City Manager’s salary, and adoption of the 2026 fee schedule. Additional actions are the approval of a ten‑year video recording services contract with Axon, a grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council for infrastructure improvements, and an ordinance updating sewer, water and storm‑water rates. The council will also accept an Environmental Response Fund grant for the Tibyan Community Center.

• Resolution 25-085 – Setting the final 2026 tax levy and general operating budget
• Resolution 25-086 – Ten‑year contract with Axon for video recording system services
• Ordinance 2025-07 – Amendments to sewer, water and storm‑water charge rates
• Resolution 25-083 – Grant agreement with Metropolitan Council Environmental Services for infrastructure improvements
• Resolution 25-084 – Acceptance of Environmental Response Fund grant for the Tibyan Community Center

The council adopted the final 2026 tax levy of 7.1% and the general operating budget. It also approved a ten‑year contract with Axon for a new video recording system. Utility rate changes were enacted through Ordinance 2025‑07, and a summary publication for the ordinance was approved.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried 4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (motion carried 4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-085 – Setting the Final 2026 Tax Levy (7.1%) and General Operating Budget (motion carried 5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-086 – Ten‑year Axon video recording system contract (motion carried 5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-07 – Utility rate changes for sewer, water, and storm water (motion carried 5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-087 – Summary publication for Ordinance 2025-07 (motion carried 5-0)

Parks & Environmental Commission

The Parks & Environmental Commission will hear a Citizens for Sustainability update presented by Dan Kunitz, a Parks Capital Improvement Plan update presented by Assistant City Manager Ashley Morello, and a 2026 Parks and Environmental Commission work plan presented by Sustainability Coordinator Minette Saulog. After the presentations, a community forum will allow members of the public to address the commission on any city business item not on the agenda, though no official action is expected at this time.

• Citizens for Sustainability updates – presentation by Dan Kunitz
• Parks Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) update – presentation by Ashley Morello
• 2026 Parks and Environmental Commission work plan – presentation by Minette Saulog
• Community forum for public comments on any city business item

The Parks & Environmental Commission approved the December 1 agenda and the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes, each by unanimous vote. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 8:00 p.m. by unanimous motion. No other policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved December 1, 2025 agenda (unanimously)
• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 p.m. (unanimously)

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will approve the minutes from the November 10 and November 17, 2025 work sessions. It will include a presentation by Sustainability Coordinator Minette Saulog on public electric vehicle chargers at Silver Lake Village, Central Park, City Hall Campus, and St. Anthony Village Shops. The council will also review future work session dates and agenda items.

• Approval of CC 11-10-2025 work session minutes
• Approval of CC 11-17-2025 work session minutes
• Presentation on public electric vehicle chargers at Silver Lake Village, Central Park, City Hall Campus, and St. Anthony Village Shops
• Review of future work session dates and agenda items

The council voted 4‑0 to approve the November 10, 2025 work session minutes and 4‑0 to approve the November 17, 2025 minutes. No formal action was taken on the proposed public electric‑vehicle charger donation. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved November 10, 2025 work session minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 17, 2025 work session minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned the work session (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading of Ordinance 2025-07, which amends sewer, water, and storm water rates for 2026. The body will also vote on Resolution 25-077, which supports a statewide ban on the sale and transfer of military-style assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.

• Ordinance 2025-07: Amending sewer, water, and storm water rates (Second Reading)
• Resolution 25-077: Supporting a statewide ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines
• Approval of City Council meeting minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Claims payment from check register
• Fire Prevention Poster Contest winners presentation

The City Council approved the agenda and consent items for the November 25 meeting. It adopted the second reading of Ordinance 2025-07, changing sewer, water and storm‑water charge rates. The council also passed Resolution 25-077 supporting a statewide ban on future sales and transfers of military‑style assault weapons and high‑capacity magazines. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including November 10 minutes (5-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-07 on utility charge rates (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-077 supporting statewide assault‑weapon ban (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a resolution supporting legislation regarding assault weapons. The body will also conduct interviews for members of the Planning and Parks & Environmental Commissions.

• Discussion on resolution supporting assault weapons legislation
• Interviews for Planning and Parks & Environmental Commissions

The council discussed a resolution supporting state‑level action on assault weapons. Mayor Wendy Webster endorsed a modified version for Saint Anthony Village and instructed staff to present it at the next regular council meeting. The council also conducted interviews for the Planning and Parks & Environmental commissions. A motion to adjourn the work session was adopted unanimously, 4‑0.

• Mayor directed staff to bring modified assault‑weapon resolution to regular meeting for approval (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn work session carried 4‑0

Public Hearing Notices

The Saint Anthony City Council will hold a public hearing on November 10, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. The hearing will solicit public response to ordinance amendments affecting sewer charge rates, metro waste surcharge, water charges to owners, service commencement and discontinuation, fee amounts, fees established by resolution, and storm‑water facility charges. The agenda and supporting packet will be posted online before the meeting. Comments may be submitted in person, in writing, or online.

• Amend §33.018 to change sewer charge rate and metro waste surcharge
• Amend §33.035 water charges to owners
• Amend §33.037 rules for commencing and discontinuing service
• Amend §33.060–§33.061 to establish fee amounts and fees by resolution
• Amend §33.090 to set charges for storm‑water facilities

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review updates on the municipal cannabis store. The meeting will include a presentation by the Liquor Operations Manager and a review of future agenda items.

• Approval of CC WS Meeting Minutes from October 28, 2025
• Municipal Cannabis Store Update presented by Mike Larson
• Review of Future Worksession Dates, Times and Agenda Items

The council voted to approve the City Council Work Session minutes from October 28, 2025. The motion was made by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, and carried unanimously (4‑0). The remainder of the meeting consisted of an update on the municipal cannabis store project, with no further motions or votes recorded.

• Approved October 28, 2025 City Council Work Session minutes (4‑0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend sewer, water, and storm water facility charges. Members will also review the proposed 2026 Capital Funds Budget and certify municipal election results.

• Ordinance 2025-07: Amending sewer, water, and storm water facility charge rates
• Proposed 2026 Capital Funds Budget presentation
• Resolution 25-076: Certifying 2025 Municipal Election Canvass Results
• Resolution 25-073: Authorizing Toward Zero Deaths Grant
• Resolution 25-074: Applying for Metropolitan Council Environmental Services 2026 Private Property I/I Grant

The council approved the October 28, 2025 agenda and all consent‑agenda items, including two grant authorizations. It passed the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑07 to adjust sewer, water and storm‑water rates. The council also approved the use of the Community Center for a special event, certified the 2025 municipal election results, and adopted the 2026 capital funds budget with a 4‑0 vote on each item.

• Approved October 28, 2025 City Council agenda (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including Resolution 25‑073 and 25‑074 (4‑0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025‑07 amending utility charge rates (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑075 to use Community Center for Nov 29, 2025 event (4‑0)
• Approved 2026 capital funds budget (4‑0)
• Certified 2025 municipal election results with Resolution 25‑076 (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Saint Anthony Village Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider HRA Resolution 25-06, which approves a Fifth Amendment to the contract for private redevelopment with Doran SLV, LLC, Doran St. Anthony, LLC, and Doran SLV II, LLC. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, consent agenda, and prior meeting minutes. Public hearings on general HRA business are scheduled as part of the agenda.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of consent agenda
• Approval of HRA meeting minutes (CC 08-12-2025)
• Public hearing on general HRA business
• HRA Resolution 25-06 – Fifth Amendment to private redevelopment contract with Doran entities

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved its October 28 agenda and the consent agenda without opposition. It then adopted Resolution 25-06, approving a Fifth Amendment to the private redevelopment contract with Doran SLV, LLC and related entities, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 28 agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including August 12 minutes (5-0)
• Approved HRA Resolution 25-06, Fifth Amendment to Doran redevelopment contract (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 work session and review the proposed utility rates and budget for 2026. Finance Director Deborah Maloney will present documents covering water, sewer, utility, infrastructure, and stormwater funds, as well as a rate survey and long‑range revenue plan. The meeting will also set dates for future work sessions.

• Approve minutes from the October 14, 2025 work session
• Presentation of proposed 2026 utility rates and budget
• Review of 2026 water, sewer, utility, infrastructure, and stormwater fund documents
• Discussion of a rate survey and long‑range utility revenue plan
• Set future work session dates, times, and agenda items

The council approved the October 14 work‑session minutes with a 4‑0 vote. Finance staff presented proposed 2026 utility rates and related infrastructure costs. The council agreed to reduce the 2026 tax levy by $150,000, bringing it to a 7.63% rate. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved October 14 work‑session minutes (4‑0)
• Confirmed $150,000 levy reduction for 2026, setting levy at 7.63% (consensus)
• Discussed 2026 utility rate proposals (no formal vote)
• Adjourned the work session (5‑0)

City Council

The council will adopt Resolution 25-070 to approve a State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Saint Anthony Village for its City Attorney and Police Department. It will also consider Resolution 25-069 to accept third‑quarter 2025 grants and donations, Resolution 25-071 to amend a private redevelopment contract with Doran SLV, LLC and related entities, and Ordinances 2025-05 and 2025-06 to amend the city code on licensing for single‑family rentals. The agenda includes a public hearing, reports from staff and commissions, and a community forum.

• Resolution 25-070 – approve State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreement for the police department
• Resolution 25-069 – accept grants and donations received in the 3rd quarter of 2025
• Resolution 25-071 – approve fifth amendment to private redevelopment contract with Doran SLV, LLC and related entities
• Ordinance 2025-05 – amend City Code sections 152 and 154 related to licensing of single‑family detached rentals
• Ordinance 2025-06 – amend City Code section 152 related to licensing of single‑family rentals

The council voted 3‑2 to adopt Resolution 25‑071, approving a Fifth Amendment to the private redevelopment contract for the former Walmart site known as The Ruby. Two ordinances amending the city code for licensing single‑family rentals were each approved unanimously (5‑0). The agenda, consent agenda items, and a resolution publishing the ordinance summaries also passed unanimously.

• Approved October 28, 2025 agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including grants and joint powers agreement (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑071 – Fifth Amendment to Ruby redevelopment contract (3‑2)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑05 – Amend code sections 152 & 154 for single‑family detached rentals (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑06 – Amend code section 152 for single‑family rentals (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑072 – Summary publication for Ordinances 2025‑05 & 2025‑06 (5‑0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will include a presentation by Police Chief Jeff Spiess on a proposed replacement of the police department’s body‑camera system. A video recording system presentation document is listed for review. The meeting will also allow open discussion before adjourning.

• Police Department body‑camera system replacement (presentation by Police Chief Jeff Spiess)
• Video recording system presentation (document)
• Open discussion

The council discussed replacing the police department's body‑camera system, which will reach end‑of‑life at the end of 2026. Police Chief Spiess presented two comparable market options and officer testing results. All present expressed support for the department to choose the preferred solution and for staff to proceed with a new system timed for completion by the end of 2026. No formal vote or resolution was recorded.

• Council expressed support for proceeding with a new body‑camera system (no vote recorded)

City Council Work Session

The council will approve the minutes from the September 23, 2025 work session. They will discuss the proposed 2026 capital funds budget presented by Finance Director Deborah Maloney, which includes summaries for buildings, equipment, and parks improvements. The meeting will also address future work session dates and agenda items.

• Approval of CC work session minutes (CC 09-23-2025 WORK SESSION.PDF)
• Presentation of proposed 2026 capital funds budget
• Review of 2026 Buildings Improvement Summary
• Review of 2026 Capital Equipment Summary
• Review of 2026 Parks Improvement Summary

City Council

The Saint Anthony City Council will consider several actions, including certifying special assessments for delinquent waste hauler and utility accounts for 2026 tax rolls in Hennepin and Ramsey counties. It will vote on a conditional use permit for a coffee cart business at 3901 Foss Road and approve use of the community center for a special event on November 2, 2025. The council will also conduct a final reading of an ordinance amending dangerous‑dog regulations and a second reading of ordinances amending rental‑housing licensing rules.

• Resolution 25-066 – Approve Conditional Use Permit for a coffee cart at 3901 Foss Road
• Resolution 25-067 – Approve use of the Community Center for a special event on Nov 2, 2025
• Ordinance 2025-04 – Final reading to amend Section 91 on dangerous‑dog licensing
• Ordinances 2025-05 & 2025-06 – Second reading to amend Sections 152 & 154 on single‑family rental licensing
• Resolutions 25-062 to 25-065 – Certify special assessments for delinquent waste hauler and utility accounts to 2026 tax rolls in Hennepin and Ramsey counties

The council approved the agenda and consent items, then adopted a Conditional Use Permit for Coffee Cart MPLS at 3901 Foss Road. It also approved a special event permit for the Kiwanis Fall Dinner at the Community Center on Nov. 2, 2025, and adopted Ordinance 2025‑04 regulating dangerous dogs. Finally, the council passed the second reading of Ordinances 2025‑05 and 2025‑06 concerning single‑family rental housing.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Coffee Cart MPLS at 3901 Foss Road (5‑0)
• Approved special event permit for Kiwanis Fall Dinner at Community Center (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑04 amending dangerous dog regulations (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑068 for summary publication of Ordinance 2025‑04 (5‑0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑05 on single‑family detached rental housing (5‑0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025‑06 on single‑family rental housing (5‑0)

City Council Work Session

The Saint Anthony City Council will hold a work session covering routine council updates and updates from the local school board. Council members will also consider the BeSmart Gun Safe Storage Resolution. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• City Council Updates
• School Board Updates
• BeSmart Gun Safe Storage Resolution

City Council Work Session

The council will first approve the minutes from the September 9, 2025 work session. The main discussion will focus on the Ruby Phase 2 project, with a presentation by Evan Doran of The Doran Group. Council members will review a TDG memorandum and five scenario documents related to the project.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 work session minutes
• Presentation on Ruby Phase 2 by Evan Doran (The Doran Group)
• Review of TDG memo to the city council
• Scenario 1 – Base Case (SLV2)
• Scenario 2 – Rent Increase (SLV2)

The council voted to approve the City Council Work Session minutes from September 9, 2025. The motion was made by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, and carried unanimously 3‑0. Councilmembers heard a presentation on the Ruby Apartments Phase II extension request, which will be considered at the October 2025 council meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 9, 2025 work session minutes (3‑0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to licensing and regulations for renting single-family housing. The meeting also includes a contract for police services with the City of Lauderdale and a second reading on dangerous dog regulations.

• Resolution 25-061: Contract agreement for police services with the City of Lauderdale
• Ordinances 2025-05 and 2025-06: First reading on rental licensing for single-family housing
• Ordinance 2025-04: Second reading on regulations for keeping and licensing dangerous dogs
• Resolution 25-060: Approval of a combination of lots and waiver of platting requirements
• Fire Prevention Presentation by Deputy Fire Chief Mattie Jaros

The council approved the meeting agenda and the entire consent agenda, which included minutes, permits, claims, and a police services contract. It then approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-05 and Ordinance 2025-06, both relating to rental housing regulations. The council also approved the second reading of Ordinance 2025-04 on dangerous dogs. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved September 23, 2025 City Council agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items: Sept 9 minutes; license & permits; claims; Resolution 25-059; Resolution 25-060; police services contract with City of Lauderdale; Students in Leadership (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-05 – rental short‑term provisions (3-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-06 – rental housing definitions (3-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-04 – dangerous dogs regulations (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Public Hearing Notices

The Saint Anthony Village Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 16, 2025 at City Hall to solicit comments on a Conditional Use Permit application for a catering business. The proposed site is 3901 Foss Road in the Light Industrial District. The City Council will consider the Planning Commission’s recommendation at its October 14, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing scheduled for Sep 16, 2025, 7:00 p.m. at City Hall
• Conditional Use Permit request by Coffee Cart MPLS for 3901 Foss Road, Light Industrial District
• City Council to review the Planning Commission’s recommendation on Oct 14, 2025

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a coffee cart located at 3901 Foss Road. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and a community forum for public comment.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit (CUP) at 3901 Foss Road for a coffee cart

The commission approved its agenda and the July 15 meeting minutes, each by a 5‑0 vote. It then voted 5‑0 to recommend that the City Council approve a Conditional Use Permit for Coffee Cart MPLS at 3901 Foss Road. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 p.m. by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved July 15 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use Permit for Coffee Cart MPLS (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (5-0)

Public Hearing Notices

The Saint Anthony Village City Council will hold a public hearing on September 9, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. to consider the city’s 2026 Operations Budget and the Preliminary Levy Certification. The agenda and supporting documents will be posted online before the meeting. Residents may submit comments in person, in writing, or by email.

• Public hearing on the 2026 Operations Budget
• Public hearing on the Preliminary Levy Certification
• Agenda and packet available online at www.savmn.com
• Comments accepted in person, in writing, or via email to [email protected]

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss rental ordinances. City Planner Stephen Grittman will present proposals to amend sections 152 and 154 of the city code.

• Discussion of Rental Ordinance Form 2025-XX amending sections 152 and 154
• Discussion of Rental Ordinance Form 2025-XX amending section 152

The council unanimously approved the City Council Work Session minutes from August 26, 2025 (4‑0). The meeting then focused on discussion of proposed rental housing licensing ordinances, including short‑term rentals, but no motions were adopted or votes recorded on those proposals.

• Approved August 26, 2025 work session minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to set the preliminary 2026 tax levy and general operating budget. The meeting also includes readings of ordinances regarding dangerous dog licensing and electric vehicle charging requirements.

• Resolution 25-058: Preliminary 2026 Tax Levy and General Operating Budget public hearing
• Ordinance 2025-04: First reading of amendments to Section 91 regarding dangerous dog licensing
• Ordinance 2025-03: Third reading of amendments to Section 154.179 regarding electric vehicle charging requirements

The City Council approved Resolution 25-058 setting the preliminary 2026 tax levy at $10,570,830, a 9.18% increase. The council also approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-04 on dangerous dogs and the third reading and adoption of Ordinance 2025-03 on electric‑vehicle charging requirements. All agenda and consent items were approved unanimously, and the meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda – motion carried 5-0
• Approved consent agenda items (including August 26 minutes) – motion carried 5-0
• Approved Resolution 25-058 setting preliminary 2026 tax levy at $10,570,830 (9.18% increase) – motion carried 5-0
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-04 (dangerous dogs) – motion carried 5-0
• Approved third reading and adoption of Ordinance 2025-03 (electric‑vehicle charging) – motion carried 5-0
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried 5-0

Parks & Environmental Commission

The St. Anthony Parks & Environmental Commission approved the September 8, 2025 agenda and the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes, each by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions or decisions were recorded during this meeting.

• Approved September 8, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The council unanimously approved the August 12 work‑session minutes. Council members agreed to extend the dog‑holding period from 7 to 14 days. They also voted to delete the police‑dog exemption (section 8) from the dangerous‑dog ordinance. The revised language will be presented for formal adoption.

• Approved August 12, 2025 work session minutes (5-0)
• Changed dangerous‑dog holding period to 14 days
• Removed police‑dog exemption (section 8) from dangerous‑dog ordinance

City Council

The council approved the August 26 agenda unanimously. It also approved the consent agenda, which included accepting the bid for a roof replacement at the Public Works Facility and granting an exempt permit to the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49 at 2829 Anthony Lane South. The August 12, 2025 council minutes, license and permits items, and claims were also approved. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Accepted bid for roof replacement at Public Works Facility
• Granted exempt permit for IUOE Local 49 at 2829 Anthony Lane South
• Approved August 12, 2025 council meeting minutes
• Approved license and permits items
• Approved claims items

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the August 12 agenda and the consent agenda, which included the July 22 minutes and claims. The meeting was then adjourned. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 12 agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including July 22 minutes and claims (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 work session. Councilmember Jenson moved to approve, Councilmember Doolan seconded, and the motion carried 4‑0. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved July 22, 2025 work session minutes (4-0)

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda (4‑0) and the consent agenda items (4‑0). It then approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑03, which amends the city code to set electric‑vehicle charging requirements, with the condition that current EV data be reviewed to potentially increase the required percentage of charging spaces. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda – vote 4‑0
• Approved consent agenda items (July 22, 2025 minutes, licenses, claims, Resolution 25‑055) – vote 4‑0
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025‑03 (EV charging requirements) with data‑review condition – vote 4‑0

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the July 22 agenda and the consent agenda items, each by a 5‑0 vote. No public hearings, policy business, staff reports, or commissioner comments were presented. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m. by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved July 22, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The council voted to approve the City Council Work Session minutes from July 8, 2025. The motion was made by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jenson, and carried 3‑0. Other agenda items—including the 2026 property‑tax levy scenario, climate‑plan updates, solar‑permit fees, and EV‑charging proposals—were discussed but no formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 8, 2025 work session minutes (3‑0)

City Council

The City Council approved the July 22 meeting agenda by a 5‑0 vote. It then approved the consent agenda, also 5‑0, which included a resolution to use Central Park for a special event on August 1‑2, a franchise extension agreement, a request to allow construction work outside normal hours, and the rejection of all bids for a roof replacement at municipal liquor and public works facilities. The Council read and proclaimed August 5, 2025 as Night to Unite Day. No public hearings or additional reports were presented.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Authorized use of Central Park for special event Aug 1‑2 (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved franchise extension agreement (as part of consent agenda)
• Approved request to work outside city construction hours (as part of consent agenda)
• Authorized rejection of all bids for roof replacement at municipal liquor stores and public works facilities (as part of consent agenda)
• Proclaimed August 5, 2025 as Night to Unite Day (no vote recorded)
• Approved July 8, 2025 council meeting minutes (as part of consent agenda)

Planning Commission

The commission approved its agenda and the June 17 work session and regular meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to recommend that the City Council approve Ordinance 2025-0X, amending the code for electric‑vehicle charging, with the motion carried 3‑3. The commission also tabled further action on the short‑term rental ordinance.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved June 17 work session and regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Ordinance 2025-0X (EV charging) (3-3)
• Tabled action on short‑term rental ordinance

City Council Work Session

The council unanimously approved the City Council Work Session minutes from June 24, 2025. Staff presented a draft ordinance on short‑ and long‑term rental housing, including proposed caps and hardship provisions. Council members discussed the proposals but did not vote to adopt, amend, or reject any rental‑housing measures. No formal decisions on the ordinance were made.

• Approved June 24, 2025 work session minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the July 8 agenda and all consent‑agenda items, including the June 24 meeting minutes. It adopted Resolution 25-050 authorizing the issuance of $ 1,57 0,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2025A. The council also accepted the 2024 financial audit results and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved July 8, 2025 agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items, including June 24, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-050 authorizing $ 1,57 0,000 bond issuance (4-0)
• Accepted 2024 financial audit results as presented (4-0)
• Adjourned the July 8, 2025 meeting (4-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved its June 24, 2025 agenda unanimously (5-0). It also approved the consent agenda, which included the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes and claims, unanimously (5-0). The board adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. with a unanimous vote (5-0). No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved June 24, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:50 p.m. (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The council voted 5‑0 to approve the City Council Work Session minutes from May 13, 2025 and May 27, 2025. Staff presented information on the 2026 debt levy and infrastructure planning, but no further actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved May 13, 2025 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 27, 2025 work session minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The council approved the June 24, 2025 agenda and the consent agenda items unanimously. It also approved Resolution 25-046, authorizing the purchase of ClearGov budgeting software at a total cost of $12,562.50 for implementation. Finally, the council approved Resolution 25-047, authorizing staff to proceed with architectural design, branding and signage for a municipal cannabis store using available HRA and Liquor Fund monies.

• Approved June 24, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-046 – purchase ClearGov budgeting software (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-047 – proceed with design and branding for municipal cannabis store (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission voted 4‑0 to approve the meeting agenda and the April 15, 2025 work session and regular meeting minutes. The draft EV charging ordinance was discussed at length, but no vote or formal recommendation was made, and the item was left for future consideration.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 15, 2025 work session and regular meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The council approved its meeting agenda and the full consent agenda, which included minutes, license and permit items, claims, a roof‑replacement bid advertisement, and an off‑site gambling license. It also approved an on‑sale intoxicating liquor license for Rincon Catrachito at 2510 Kenzie Terrace and authorized the sale of $1,725,000 in General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2025A. All actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved June 10, 2025 City Council meeting agenda (4‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items: May 13, 2025 minutes; license & permits; claims; Resolution 25‑040 roof‑replacement bid advertisement; Resolution 25‑041 off‑site gambling license (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑043 on‑sale intoxicating liquor license for Rincon Catrachito, 2510 Kenzie Terrace (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑044 sale of $1,725,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2025A (4‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4‑0)

Parks & Environmental Commission

The Parks & Environmental Commission unanimously approved the June 2, 2025 meeting agenda. It also approved the March 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes and the May 21, 2025 work‑session minutes after minor corrections. No other actions were voted on; the remaining items were informational presentations and discussion.

• Approved June 2, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 21, 2025 work‑session minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The council agreed to develop ordinance language that would prohibit large corporate ownership of single‑family homes, ban short‑term rentals of those homes, and set a 10 percent cap on long‑term rentals. The council also gave general support to the idea of a municipal cannabis store at 3803 Stinson Blvd and directed staff to pursue next steps. No vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

• Agreed to develop ordinance language prohibiting corporate ownership, short‑term rentals, and imposing a 10% cap on long‑term rentals (no vote recorded)
• Supported concept of a municipal cannabis store at 3803 Stinson Blvd and instructed staff to move forward (no vote recorded)

Parks & Environmental Commission

The commission unanimously approved the May 21 agenda and the April 2 work session minutes. Commissioners then reviewed a draft EV charging ordinance and the city’s transportation climate initiatives, sharing comments but taking no formal action.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 2 work session minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The council voted to approve the City Council Work Session minutes from April 22, 2025 and April 29, 2025. A student community‑development project presentation was held, during which five student groups shared proposals for the city‑owned site at 3803 Stinson Boulevard. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved April 22, 2025 and April 29, 2025 work session minutes

City Council

Councilmember Doolan moved and Councilmember Randle seconded approval of the May 13 agenda; the motion carried 5‑0. Councilmember Elnagdy moved and Councilmember Jenson seconded approval of the consent agenda items; the motion carried 5‑0. No other actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (5‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items (5‑0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session consisted of updates from the school district and city officials on programs, budgeting, public safety, and community outreach. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved a contract to remove underground storage tanks and clean up the site at 3803 Stinson Boulevard, awarding it to Rachel Contracting LLC for $59,100. The motion passed 4‑1. The meeting also approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved April 22, 2025 agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February 11, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved contract for tank removal at 3803 Stinson Blvd, $59,100 to Rachel Contracting LLC (4-1)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes from the April 8, 2025 work session. The meeting included presentations on fire department staffing, costs, and a five‑year implementation plan, but no motions or votes were recorded on those proposals. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 8, 2025 work session minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and all items on the consent agenda, including insurance renewal and a project‑management agreement. In the public hearing, the council adopted resolutions ordering improvements, confirming assessments, and awarding the construction bid for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvement Project to North Valley, Inc. for $2,531,570.55. All three resolutions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved April 22, 2025 agenda (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (Resolutions 25‑029, 25‑030, 25‑031, 25‑036) (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑032 – Ordering improvements for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvement Project (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑033 – Adopting and confirming assessments for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvement Project (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑034 – Awarded bid to North Valley, Inc. for $2,531,570.55 for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvement Project (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the March 18 minutes, each by a 6‑0 vote. After public testimony, the commission voted to recommend either tabling the application for further modifications or recommending denial if the applicant proceeds to City Council. No final approval or denial was issued at this meeting.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 18 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended two paths for 34‑unit assisted living application: table for modifications or recommend denial if taken to City Council (vote tally not recorded)

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed a staff report on long‑term rentals of single‑family homes and heard data on current rental rates and possible caps of 3%, 4% or 5% per zone. Commissioners asked questions about caps, exceptions, and the impact on affordable housing, and requested a joint session with City Council for further discussion. No motions, votes, or formal approvals were recorded.

City Council Work Session

The City Council approved the minutes from the March 25, 2025 work session, passing the motion 4‑0. The meeting also reviewed the upcoming MnDOT‑funded Active Transportation Plan, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved March 25, 2025 work session minutes (4-0)

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda and consent items, then adopted a conditional use permit for an electronic dynamic sign at 2708 33rd Ave NE. It also adopted the Energy Action Plan, approved a memorandum of understanding with Xcel Energy, and passed Ordinance 2025‑01 regulating tobacco sales. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved April 8, 2025 agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for electronic dynamic sign at 2708 33rd Ave NE (4-0)
• Adopted Energy Action Plan (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Xcel Energy for Partners in Energy Implementation (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-01 regulating sale of tobacco and related devices (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-028 for summary publication of Ordinance 2025-01 (4-0)

Parks & Environmental Commission

The St. Anthony Parks & Environmental Commission approved the April 2 agenda and the March 10 work session minutes, each by unanimous vote. The commission then discussed a potential sustainable building policy but took no formal action. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved April 2, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 10, 2025 work session minutes (unanimous)

City Council Work Session

The council voted to approve the City Council Work Session minutes from March 11, 2025, with a 4‑0 vote. They also approved the Parks Summit minutes from March 12, 2025, also by a 4‑0 vote. No other actions or decisions were taken during this work session.

• Approved March 11, 2025 City Council Work Session minutes (4-0)
• Approved March 12, 2025 Parks Summit minutes (4-0)

City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda unanimously (4‑0 each). It then approved the first reading of Ordinance 2025-02, amending multiple sections of the city code, with a 4‑0 vote. The council also approved the second reading of Ordinance 2025-01 regulating the sale of tobacco and related devices, with a 3‑1 vote.

• Approved March 25, 2025 agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (4-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-02 code amendments (4-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 2025-01 tobacco regulation (3-1)