Spring Park public meetings in 2025

December 1 Regular City Council

The council approved the 2026 final budget with an amended amount of $1,999,674.00 and the 2026 levy, both unanimously. It kept the existing music‑event ordinance language and approved Lord Fletcher’s 2026 concert series. The December 15, 2025 council meeting and work session were cancelled unanimously. All consent‑agenda items were also approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (including termination agreement) – unanimous
• Kept current music‑event ordinance language and approved Lord Fletcher’s 2026 concert series – decision recorded
• Approved Resolution #25-14: 2026 Levy – unanimous
• Approved Resolution #25-15: 2026 Final Budget, $1,999,674.00 – unanimous
• Cancelled Dec. 15, 2025 council meeting and work session – unanimous

November 17 Regular Council

The Spring Park City Council will consider merit and cost‑of‑living adjustments for city employees for 2026, vote on terminating the PHS Lake Minnetonka pilot agreement for payments in lieu of taxes, and set the fee for a month‑long holiday event at Back Channel. Additional routine items include approving payroll and a special event permit.

• Approve 2026 merit increases: 2% for office staff and City Administrator, plus 3% COLA for all employees (Administrative Committee item)
• Resolution #25-13: Approve termination of the PHS Lake Minnetonka pilot agreement (Payments in Lieu of Taxes)
• Determine and approve fee for Special Event Permit #25-21 (Back Channel Jingle Bar, Dec 2 2025‑Jan 5 2026)
• Approve payroll, expenditures, and claims for payment (Consent Agenda)
• Approve Special Event Permit #25-21 for Back Channel Jingle Bar (Consent Agenda)

November 17 Council Work Session

The council voted to remove escrow requirements for private special events, create an annual permit system, and keep the $1,600 fee, with the administrative process to be placed on the regular agenda for formal approval. It approved the Jingle Bar event and waived its fee. A 2‑2 vote on limiting the number of music events left the ordinance unchanged and the matter was sent to the next meeting agenda. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Agreed to remove escrow requirements for private special events and establish annual permits at $1,600 (no vote recorded)
• Agreed to add the special‑events administrative process to the regular agenda for official approval
• Approved Jingle Bar event and waived its fee
• 2‑2 vote on limiting annual music events; ordinance unchanged and issue referred to next agenda

November 17 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved an agenda amendment that removed two PHS Lake Minnetonka items. It also unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included payroll items and a special event permit for the Back Channel Jingle Bar. The council unanimously approved a 2026 merit and COLA increase for city staff. Council decided to postpone replacing the Shoreline Drive wreaths until next year and will begin discussions in early January.

• Approved agenda amendment removing two PHS Lake Minnetonka items (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including payroll and Special Event Permit #25-21 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 merit and COLA increase for staff (unanimous)
• Postponed wreath replacement on Shoreline Drive to next year; discussions to start in January

Meeting

The Spring Park City Council will discuss a recommendation to adopt a 6.93% levy increase, amounting to $137,284, for the 2026 budget. Council members will also review proposed fee changes for special events, including a new multi‑day event fee structure. Additional items include merit and cost‑of‑living increase recommendations for city employees.

• Approve a 6.93% levy increase ($137,284) for the 2026 General Fund
• Consider fee recommendations for special events: $45 for a single music event, $1,600 for seasonal or multiple music events, $100 for a single special event (with $250 escrow), $250 for a single special event with music (with $500 escrow), and $250 plus $100 per additional day for multi‑day events
• Determine fees and approve Special Event Application No. #25-21 (Jingle Bar) scheduled Dec 2 2025–Jan 5 2026
• Review merit increase recommendations: 2% for office staff and 2% for the City Administrator
• Review a 3% cost‑of‑living increase for all city employees to be included in the 2026 levy

November 12 Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amending ordinances for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and parking requirements. The commission will also discuss tree preservation regulations.

• Public hearing on amending Parking Requirements and ADU Ordinances
• Proposed ADU standards: minimum 600 sq ft, maximum 50% of principal structure size, and 35 ft height limit
• Proposed ADU requirements: must be occupied by a family member and have homestead status
• Discussion on tree preservation ordinances
• Review of parking stall requirements and 'services' category definitions

November 3 Regular City Council

The Spring Park City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, including minutes and payroll expenditures. No other substantive actions were taken. The council then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

November 3 Regular Council

The City Council will hear presentations from the Met Council and Three Rivers Park District. The body will also review routine payroll, expenditures, and claims for payment.

• Presentation from Mr. Tyronne Carter regarding Met Council update
• Presentation from Marge Beard regarding Three Rivers Park District update
• Approval of payroll, expenditures, and claims for payment

October 20 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda, the consent agenda, and several actions on utilities and zoning. It adopted a resolution to certify delinquent utility accounts to property taxes, approved a study of utility rates for 2026‑2030, set those rates, and amended Chapter 42 of the zoning code.

• Approved agenda with added snow removal contract special conditions (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including payroll and snow removal conditions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #25-11 to certify delinquent utility accounts to property taxes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026‑2030 Utility Rate Study (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #25-12 setting utility rates for 2026‑2030 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #25-06 amending Chapter 42 of the Zoning Code (unanimous)

October 20 Council Work Session

The council reviewed Lord Fletcher’s 2026 music schedule and noted that decibel readings were below ordinance limits. Council members discussed limiting the number of music days but no policy was adopted. The council examined the special event permit process, agreeing that staff may approve standard requests while the council will be notified of all events for visibility. No other decisions were made.

• Council agreed to be notified of all special events (no vote tally recorded)

October 20 Regular Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on a utility rate study and the setting of utility rates for 2026-2030. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding delinquent utility accounts and a proposed amendment to the zoning code.

• Public Hearing: Delinquent Utility Accounts
• Resolution #25-11: Certifying Delinquent Utility Accounts to Property Taxes
• Adopting 2026-2030 Utility Rate Study and Resolution #25-12 to set rates
• Ordinance #25-06: Amending Chapter 42 of the Zoning Code
• Approval of payroll, expenditures, and claims for payment

Meeting

The City Council will discuss a staff recommendation to allow administrative approval of special event permits that are within city code, while still requiring police and fire safety review. The council will also review the current fee schedule for musical concert permits and other special events. No decision has been made yet; staff will draft a detailed process for a future meeting if the council approves the recommendation.

• Review of Lord Fletcher’s 2026 Music Review (agenda item 1)
• Discussion of Special Event Permit Process and staff recommendation for administrative approvals (agenda item 2)
• Current musical concert permit fees: $45 for a single event; $1,600 for a seasonal series
• Current special event fees: $100/$250 escrow for a single event; $250/$500 escrow with music; multi‑day event $250 + $100 per additional day plus $1,000 escrow
• Council to decide on adopting staff‑approved process and possible fee adjustments

October 08 Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to remove Article III (Subdivision/Platting) from the Zoning Ordinance and replace it with a new subdivision ordinance and Chapter 43. The body will also discuss accessory dwelling units, parking requirements, and tree preservation.

• Public hearing on removing Article III of the Zoning Ordinance and creating Chapter 43
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 42, Section 42-63 to include as-built requirement language
• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
• Discussion on parking requirements
• Discussion on tree preservation

October 8 Planning Commission

The commission unanimously approved the agenda and the August 13, 2025 minutes. A public hearing on a subdivision ordinance amendment was opened and closed without comment, and the motion to close the hearing was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:43 p.m. with a unanimous vote. No substantive policy decisions were made; staff will revise ADU, parking, and tree‑preservation proposals for future review.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on subdivision amendment (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:43 p.m. (unanimous)

October 6 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved an amendment to the agenda that removed item 7a, the ABDO Utility Rate Study. The consent agenda items—including September 15 meeting minutes, payroll and expenditures, City Clerk Hoffman’s reduced‑hour request, Special Event Permit #25‑20 for Pink Wave, and final payment to Bituminous Roadways—were all approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:17 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda amendment removing ABDO Utility Rate Study (unanimous)
• Approved September 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved payroll, expenditures, and claims for payment (unanimous)
• Approved City Clerk Hoffman’s reduced hours to 32 hrs/week (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Permit #25‑20 for Pink Wave, Back Channel Brewing (unanimous)
• Approved final payment to Bituminous Roadways (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:17 p.m. (unanimous)

October 6 Regular Council

The City Council will review and potentially approve a utility rate study for water and sewer funds. The proposal aims to ensure targeted cash reserves and positive cashflow through 2030.

• Proposed 20% increase to water usage rates and 5% increase to fixed rates (2026-2030)
• Proposed 20% increase to sewer base fee and 5% increase to usage and Met Council fees (2026-2030)
• Special Event Permit #25-20: Pink Wave, Back Channel Brewing
• Request for City Clerk Hoffman to reduce hours to 32 hours per week
• Final payment for Bituminous Roadways

September 15 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved an agenda amendment that removed a wreath quote and added Ordinance #25-04. It also unanimously rescinded Ordinance #25-03 and adopted Ordinance #25-04, establishing Chapter 43 for subdivisions and platting. The snow removal contract with Larson Lawnscape was tabled until the October meeting.

• Approved agenda amendment removing wreath quote and adding Ordinance #25-04 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: September 2 minutes, payroll, event permit #25-19, gambling permit #25-10 (unanimous)
• Tabled snow removal contract with Larson Lawnscape until October meeting (unanimous)
• Rescinded Ordinance #25-03 and adopted Ordinance #25-04 creating Chapter 43 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

September 15 Council Work Session

The Spring Park City Council will hear a presentation from the Gillespie Center regarding its 2025 goals, including membership and programming targets, and will discuss a 25th anniversary celebration planned for October 25.

• Gillespie Center 2025 goals: Increase membership by 25% and programming usage by 20%
• Gillespie Center 25th Anniversary Celebration: October 25, 2025
• Gillespie Center fundraising events: Fashion Show, Family Bingo, and Scotty B Luncheon
• Gillespie Center membership levels: $40 to $2000
• City Council discussion: Sunset Drive Update from Moore Engineering

The council unanimously approved a $5,000 donation to the Gillespie Center for 2026. They also approved a part‑time trial period for City Clerk Hoffman, with final approval to be considered at the October 6 meeting.

• Approved $5,000 donation to Gillespie Center (unanimous)
• Approved part‑time trial for City Clerk Hoffman (final approval Oct 6)

September 15 Regular Council

The Spring Park City Council meeting will consider routine consent items and public comment, then move to the action agenda. Council members will decide whether to accept a snow removal contract with Larson Lawnscape and approve a quote for new wreaths. A noise ordinance recommendation (18-125) will be presented by Mike Mason. The meeting also includes standard approvals for special event permits and a gambling premises permit.

• Accepting Snow Removal Contract – Larson Lawnscape
• Approving Quote for New Wreaths
• Noise Ordinance Recommendation (18-125) presented by Mike Mason
• Special Event Permit #25-19: Back Channel – Ultimate Vikings Game Day Experience
• Resolution #25-10: Premises Permit for Lawful Gambling – NW Tonka Lions‑Back Channel Brewing

September 2 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda items, including payroll, expenditures, claims, and the LMCC 2026 budget. It also unanimously adopted Resolution #25-09, establishing the 2026 Preliminary Levy. The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimously)
• Approved consent agenda items – payroll, expenditures, claims, LMCC 2026 budget (unanimously)
• Adopted 2026 Preliminary Levy via Resolution #25-09 (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

August 18 Regular City Council

The council approved an amended agenda, removing items 5b, 7a, 7c, and 7d. They approved the consent agenda covering the August 4, 2025 minutes, payroll, expenditures, and claims. Mayor Chase led a unanimous amendment to Ordinance XX to allow more time to certify delinquent utility accounts on the tax rolls. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 6:14 p.m.

• Approved agenda amendment removing items 5b, 7a, 7c, 7d (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for August 4 2025 minutes, payroll, expenditures, claims (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance XX to extend certification time for delinquent utility accounts (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:14 p.m. (unanimous)

August 18 Council Work Session

The council reviewed a Sunset Drive reconstruction update, discussed draft language for certifying unpaid utility bills, received a 2026 budget update, and considered a proposal to reduce the city clerk's hours. No formal motions were adopted, denied, or voted on during the session.

August 13 Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss potential updates to the city's Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and off-street parking ordinances. The body will also discuss a commissioner vacancy.

• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance options for R-1 and R-2 districts
• Review of current off-street parking requirements and potential revisions
• Discussion regarding a Planning Commissioner vacancy

August 4 Regular City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included routine minutes, payroll items, and Special Event Permit #25-15. It then unanimously approved three additional special event permits for Back Channel Brewing: Westonka Sound Wave (Permit #25-14), Kegs for Klondike (Permit #25-16), and a 24‑Hour DJ Event (Permit #25-17) that allows overnight operation without alcohol service. The council noted it will discuss a request to waive special‑event fees for charitable events at a later time.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimously)
• Approved consent agenda, including minutes, payroll, and Permit #25-15 (unanimously)
• Approved Special Event Permit #25-14: Westonka Sound Wave (unanimously)
• Approved Special Event Permit #25-16: Kegs for Klondike (unanimously)
• Approved Special Event Permit #25-17: 24‑Hour DJ Event, allowing overnight operation without alcohol service (unanimously)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting passed (unanimously)

July 21 Regular City Council

The council removed the SafeBuilt permit‑fee increase item from the agenda and approved the amendment unanimously. It also approved the consent agenda, the road‑maintenance quotes for Reclamite, crack seal and striping, and adopted Ordinance #25-03 (Subdivision Ordinance) with unanimous votes. The SafeBuilt permit‑fee increase was tabled for a future meeting, and the Planning Commission was directed to review commercial parking requirements and auxiliary‑dwelling‑unit policies.

• Agenda amendment removing SafeBuilt permit‑fee item approved (unanimous)
• Consent agenda (minutes, payroll, expenditures, claims) approved (unanimous)
• Road maintenance quotes – Reclamite, crack seal, striping approved (unanimous)
• Ordinance #25-03 Subdivision Ordinance approved (unanimous)
• SafeBuilt permit‑fee increase tabled for future consideration
• Planning Commission directed to review commercial parking requirements and ADU policies

July 21 Council Work Session

The council received a presentation from Safebuilt on increasing permit fees, noting the last increase was in 2019. Council members asked questions and the mayor requested additional data, which Safebuilt will provide at a future meeting. Moore Engineering gave an update on Reclamite and crack seal work for Black Lake Road, Warren Ave., and West Arm West, describing the application process and timeline. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

June 23 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved the agenda amendment removing item 7a. The consent agenda, including routine minutes and special event permits, was approved without discussion. Council members approved posting the snow removal request for proposals and asked for more detail on salting and trail snow removal. The council directed the city engineer to revise the Reclamite road‑preservation bid and to obtain a cost estimate for pothole repair on Interlachen Road, and agreed to research auxiliary dwelling units further.

• Approved agenda amendment removing item 7a (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved posting snow removal RFP with added salting and trail requirements (unanimous)
• Directed City Engineer Morast to revise Reclamite bid to include West Arm West and Black Lake Road (unanimous)
• Directed City Engineer Morast to obtain Bituminous Roadways cost for Interlachen Road pothole repair (unanimous)
• Removed Proposed Permit Fee Changes – Safebuilt from agenda
• Council agreed to research auxiliary dwelling units (ADUs) further
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

May 19 Council Work Session

The council heard a presentation on rental housing inspection services and agreed to obtain a sample checklist and compile a rental list for future discussion. Council Member Suttle requested clarification of public‑comment and presentation procedures, and the topic was discussed. A preliminary review of the 2026 budget was presented. No formal actions or votes were taken.

May 19 Regular City Council

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda without dissent. No action items were presented on the action agenda. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

May 19 Council Work Session

The council heard a presentation on the rental licensing program and agreed to gather a checklist and a list of rentals for future discussion. Council Member Suttle requested clarification of public‑comment and presentation procedures, and the council reviewed the first‑look numbers for the 2026 budget. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

May 5 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included April minutes and payroll expenditures. They also approved spending $14,000–$15,000 for a utility rate study, directing staff to select a vendor. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda – April minutes, payroll, expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved $14,000–$15,000 utility rate study cost, staff to choose vendor (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

April 21 Council Work Session CANCELLED

The Spring Park City Council work session scheduled for April 21, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed, and no decisions were made.

April 21 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved the agenda and the consent agenda, which included updates to several special event permits. It also unanimously approved a variance request for 3916 Mapleton Ave to allow a larger truck and extend a garage beyond the required setback. Additionally, the council unanimously approved a response letter to 4177 Shoreline Dr.

• Approved agenda – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda, including special event permit date changes – unanimous
• Approved variance request for 3916 Mapleton Ave – unanimous
• Approved response letter to 4177 Shoreline Dr – unanimous

April 7 Regular City Council

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included payroll expenditures, a non‑support letter for Bills HF1987 and HF2013, a spa/massage therapist license for Massages by CJ LLC, and a liquor license for Cabana Anna’s Restaurant at The Shoreline Hotel. The council also unanimously adopted Ordinance #25-01 (Salt Storage) and Ordinance #25-02 (Off‑Site Stormwater Treatment). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda items including payroll, claims, non‑support letter, spa license, and liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #25-01 – Salt Storage (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #25-02 – Off‑Site Stormwater Treatment (unanimous)