Stacy, Minnesota

City Council

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City Council

The Stacy City Council will meet on July 22, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss the city's 2026 budget. The meeting is open to the public and can be observed virtually via Webex. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discussion of the 2026 City Budget

City Council

The Stacy City Council will hold a special meeting on July 22, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at Lent Town Hall, 33155 Hemingway Ave. The meeting is called to conduct an employee performance review. The session will be closed under Minnesota Statutes §13D.05, Subdivision 3(a), but may be opened if the employee requests it.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposed ordinance to amend Section 153.036 of the city's cannabis regulations. It will also discuss a proposed laundromat in the Central Business District, a final plat for the Walters Estates subdivision, and a draft revision to the subdivision code concerning park dedication fees. Additional informational items include updates on the comprehensive plan, a battery storage facility, and a data center. A public hearing notice is included in the agenda.

• Ordinance amendment to 153.036 cannabis regulations
• Proposed laundromat in Central Business District
• Final plat for Walters Estates subdivision
• Draft subdivision code revision for park dedication fee
• Public hearing notice

City Council

The Stacy City Council will hold a special meeting on July 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in Lent Town Hall to conduct employee performance reviews. The meeting is closed under Minnesota Statutes §13D.05, Subdivision 3(a), but can be opened if an employee requests it. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed special meeting to conduct employee performance reviews (Minn. Stat. §13D.05)

City Council

The City Council will review a zoning amendment regarding cannabis and an overview of a data center. The body is also considering agreements for field advertising and a special event permit for the Ragnar Relay.

• Zoning amendment regarding cannabis
• Doyle Field advertising agreement
• Repainting and structural modifications to the water tower
• Concrete quote for rural cold storage and city sidewalk
• Appointment of 2026 election judges

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss the performance of a city employee. The meeting may be opened for action following the discussion.

• Discussion of employee performance with a city employee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission’s special meeting will review documents related to a proposed Conditional Use Permit for a cannabis operation at 30181 Stacy Ponds Drive. Commissioners will consider the associated resolution and public hearing notice. The agenda also includes standard notices for the planning commission and city council.

• Review of Stacy Cup Resolution for cannabis at 30181 Stacy Ponds Dr.
• Public hearing notice for the CUP at 30181 Stacy Ponds Dr.
• Planning Commission and City Council meeting notices (procedural)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a conditional use permit (CUP) for a cannabis-related business. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the property located at 30181 Stacy Ponds Drive.

• Public hearing for conditional use permit at 30181 Stacy Ponds Drive
• Resolution 30181 regarding cannabis at 30181 Stacy Ponds Drive

Planning Commission

The Stacy Planning Commission will review and vote on two ordinance amendments: one modifying the 153 Foundation and another amending the 151.65 Park Dedication. Staff memos on the 2024, 2021, and 2020 comprehensive plans will be discussed. A public hearing notice is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance 2026-_-_ amending 153 Foundation
• Ordinance 2026-3-3 amending 151.65 Park Dedication
• Public hearing notice
• Comprehensive Plan memos (2024 City of Stacy, 2021 Lent Township, 2020 City of Stacy)

City Council

The Stacy City Council will review and vote on an amendment to the contract with Advanced Utility Solutions. The council will also consider renewal and temporary liquor licenses for the Stacy Lions Club. Additional items include updates to the parks and recreation code, a water tower fence and security quote, and a request to use Burn Tower funds.

• Advanced Utility Solutions contract amendment
• Stacy Lions Club 3.2 renewal and temporary liquor licenses
• Update to Chapter 90 Parks and Recreation Code
• Water tower fence and security options quotes
• Request to use Burn Tower funds

Stacy Economic Development Authority

The Stacy Economic Development Authority will review financials and survey results from a spring kickoff event, discuss updates for the 2026 Farmers & Crafters Market, and consider business park lots.

• Review Spring Kickoff Results (financials, survey, future events)
• Update on Stacy Ponds Business Park Lots
• Plan 2026 Summer Farmers & Crafters Market
• Approve minutes from April 8, 2026
• Discuss marketing budget for market

Planning Commission

The Stacy Planning Commission will review several documents, including a resolution to approve a conditional use permit for Business Flex Space at Stacy Ponds Drive, an amendment to Ordinance 153.051 GB General Business, a draft on alternative energy systems (153.034), a 2020 parking deferment request, and a diagram for Northstar Trade Center Business Flex Space.

• Resolution to approve CUP for Business Flex Space (Stacy Ponds Drive)
• Ordinance amendment to 153.051 GB General Business
• Draft alternative energy systems (153.034)
• 2020 parking deferment proposal
• Northstar Trade Center Business Flex Space diagram

The Planning Commission approved the Conditional Use Permit for a business flex space at 30181 Stacy Ponds Drive with specific zoning, parking and hazardous material conditions. It also adopted an amendment to Section 153.051 of the General Business District to allow dog and cat boarding as a conditional use, mirroring recent changes to the Rural Transit Center code. Procedural items such as the agenda, minutes, recess and adjournment were also approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 30181 Stacy Ponds Drive with amended conditions (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Section 153.051 to add dog/cat boarding as a conditional use (5-0)
• Recessed meeting for City Council special session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:28 p.m. (5-0)

City Council

The Stacy City Council will discuss several land use and code changes, including a purchase agreement for lots in the Stacy Ponds Business Park. Council members will also consider amending definitions, driveways, and permit requirements, and will vote on a preliminary plat for the Walters Estates development. A resolution to repeal a section of the Lent Township Code is also on the agenda.

• Purchase agreement for Stacy Ponds Business Park lots (06A1)
• Amending Ordinance 153.063 for Rural Transit Center (07G4)
• Approval of preliminary plat for Walters Estates (07G8)
• Repeal of Section 4.05 of the Lent Township Code (07G7)
• Amending Ordinance 153.094 (permit required) (07G5)

The council accepted a purchase agreement for the Stacy Ponds Business Park lots, adding assignment language (3‑1). It also approved expanded premises for two local businesses, a $11,150 well‑head protection plan estimate, a power quote for a rural cold‑storage building, and a title‑search for right‑of‑way west of CSAH 30. Additionally, two members were appointed to the Planning Commission, and the cash‑in‑lie amount for the Walters Estates plat was reduced to $4,928.00.

• Accepted purchase agreement for Stacy Ponds Business Park lots with assignment language (3‑1)
• Approved expanded premises for Stacy Sports Grill for Stacy Daze (4‑0)
• Approved expanded premises and parcel combination for Hideout Bar & Restaurant (5‑0)
• Accepted $11,150 estimate for Wellhead Protection Plan Part 2 (4‑0)
• Accepted DG Electric power quote for Rural Cold Storage Building (4‑0)
• Authorized title search on right‑of‑way west of CSAH 30 (4‑0)
• Appointed Susie Brooks and Steven Coozennoy as full Planning Commission members (4‑0)
• Amended cash‑in‑lie amount for Walters Estates plat to $4,928.00 (4‑0)

City Council

The council voted to adopt the County Assessors’ recommendation to lower the valuation of the property at 33033 Fenway Avenue from $1,160,400 to $1,023,900. All four voting members (M. Utecht, D. Thieling, J. Barrett, T. Sawatzky) voted yes, and the motion carried. The council also approved a motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:19 p.m.

• Approved reduced valuation of 33033 Fenway Ave to $1,023,900 (4-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting at 6:19 p.m. (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Stacy Planning Commission meeting will review several draft ordinances, including changes to the Rural Transit Center (Section 153.063). The commission will also consider amendments to the Central Business District ordinance, permit‑required provisions, and definitions. Minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting will be approved, and a preliminary plat for Kable Avenue will be discussed.

• Ordinance amending Section 153.063 Rural Transit Center
• Ordinance amending 153.050 Central Business District
• Ordinance amending 153.094 Permit Required provisions
• Ordinance amending 153.004 Definitions
• Preliminary plat and soil testing for Kable Avenue

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and March 17 minutes. It recommended a revised preliminary plat for Kable Avenue, contingent on Lincoln Trail access approval, and approved several ordinance amendments covering definitions, rural transit, driveways, signs and the repeal of an essential services code. The Commission also moved Susie Brooks to a full voting member, appointed S. Coozennoy as a member, and referred a lot‑line adjustment request to the City Council for further action.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve revised Kable Avenue preliminary plat if Lincoln Trail access is granted, otherwise approve as presented (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amendments: Definitions (dog/cat boarding), Rural Transit Center, Driveways & Access Aprons, Permit Required, and repeal of Essential Services (4-0)
• Moved Susie Brooks from alternate to full voting member and appointed S. Coozennoy as a full member (4-0)
• Referred lot‑line adjustment request to City Council for decision (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of lots at Stacy Ponds Business Park and a proposed ordinance to amend the bulk water policy fee schedule. The meeting includes reviews of street improvements and fire truck specifications.

• Proposed purchase agreement for Stacy Ponds Business Park lots
• Proposed Ordinance 2026-4-1 amending the bulk water policy fee schedule
• Award consideration for 2026 street improvements
• Fire truck quotes and specifications
• City website platform upgrade memo

The council approved a purchase agreement for the Stacy Ponds Business Park lots at $200,000 with a $5,000 earnest money deposit and a six‑month closing period (4‑1 vote). It also approved the award of the 2026 Street Improvements to Asphalt Technologies Corp, adopted the Bulk Water Policy ordinance, approved a $4,600 water‑tower inspection quote, awarded a $16,680 concrete job, and handled the fire‑truck quote out of order.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 purchase agreement for Stacy Ponds Business Park lots (4‑1)
• Awarded 2026 Street Improvements to Asphalt Technologies Corp (unanimous)
• Adopted Bulk Water Policy and Ordinance 2026-4-1 (unanimous)
• Approved water tower inspection quote up to $4,600 (unanimous)
• Awarded Midwest Concrete & Construction LLC job for $16,680 (unanimous)
• Handled fire‑truck quote out of order (unanimous)

Stacy Economic Development Authority

The Stacy Economic Development Authority will hold roll call, consider any additions to the agenda, and approve the minutes from February 4, 2026. New business will be addressed, followed by old business items including the Stacy Ponds Business Park Lots and two farmers market events. The meeting will conclude with open discussion before adjournment.

• Approval of Minutes for February 4, 2026
• Stacy Ponds Business Park Lots
• Farmers Market Spring Kickoff Event
• Summer Farmers & Crafters Market
• Additions to the Agenda

The Economic Development Authority approved its agenda and the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes. Members discussed the Stacy Ponds business park lots and unanimously recommended that the City Council not enter a long‑term purchase agreement, leaving the lots for sale. Updates were given on the spring farmers market kickoff and the upcoming summer market. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m.

• Approved agenda (yes votes: B. Davis, M. Davis, T. Brandel, C. Cagle, D. Thieling)
• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (yes votes: B. Davis, M. Davis, T. Brandel, C. Cagle, D. Thieling)
• Recommended City Council reject long‑term purchase agreement for vacant business‑park lots
• Set next meeting for May 20, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (yes votes: B. Davis, M. Davis, T. Brandel, C. Cagle, D. Thieling)

Planning Commission

The Stacy Planning Commission will consider a draft alternative energy systems proposal, discuss dog boarding information, review amendments to the driveway code, examine data center matters, and consider a central business request. The meeting will also address unapproved minutes from February 17, 2026.

• Alternative Energy Systems Draft
• Dog Boarding Information memo
• Amendments to Driveway Code
• Data Centers memo
• Central Business Request memo

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. No substantive ordinances or policy items were adopted. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous vote)
• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:25 p.m. (unanimous vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special closed meeting on March 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting is called under Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05 to discuss the performance of a city employee subject to Council authority. After the discussion, the Council may open the meeting for action. No other agenda items are listed.

• Discuss performance of a city employee subject to Council authority
• Potential action may follow the discussion

The council closed the meeting for a confidential employee performance discussion, then reopened it. It approved a separation agreement paying $8,100, with a two‑week signing deadline and rescission if unsigned. The council then adjourned the meeting.

• Closed session approved (5‑0)
• Reopened meeting approved (5‑0)
• Approved $8,100 employee separation agreement with two‑week signing deadline (5‑0)
• Meeting adjourned (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will approve a letter notifying local agencies about the approved Part 1 amendment to Stacy's wellhead protection plan. The Minnesota Department of Health has approved this portion, which defines the wellhead protection area, the drinking‑water supply management boundary, and a vulnerability assessment. A public information meeting is set for March 12, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. in Lent Town Hall, 33155 Hemingway Avenue, to address issues and concerns.

• Approve Part 1 amendment letter to LGUs and public
• Notify that Minnesota Department of Health approved Part 1 of the wellhead protection plan amendment
• Schedule public information meeting on March 12, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. at Lent Town Hall (33155 Hemingway Avenue, Stacy)
• Discuss delineation of wellhead protection area, supply‑area boundary, and vulnerability assessment
• Provide contact (Angie Comstock, City Clerk, 651‑998‑2025) for full plan copy

City Council

The Stacy City Council meeting will discuss a range of items, including a resolution to approve the final plat for the Deer Run 2nd addition, street improvement plans and related bid advertisements, several ordinance amendments, policy drafts, and contract requests. The agenda also contains memos on building pest control, water service line policy, park dedication requirements, and a pickleball rental agreement. Unapproved minutes from February meetings are also on the agenda.

• Resolution approving final plat for Deer Run 2nd addition (Resolution_2026-3-2)
• Ordinance amending accessory structures (Ordinance_2026-3-2)
• Advertisement for bids – 2026 street improvements (Advertisement_For_Bids_-2026_Street_Improvements)
• Request to use Burn Tower funds (Request_To_Use_Burn_Tower_Funds)
• Pickleball annual rental agreement (Pickleball_Annual_Rental_Agreement)

The council approved several items, most notably adopting Resolution 2026‑3‑3 to approve the 2026 street improvement plans and initiate bid advertising. They also adopted updates to the Special Assessment Policy, the Water Service Line Investigation and Response Policy, and authorized the mayor to sign a pest‑control agreement for City Hall. Additional approvals included a driveway permit amendment, use of Burn Tower funds, maintenance department job descriptions, and the final plat for the Deer Run 2nd Addition.

• Approved Resolution 2026‑3‑3 for 2026 street improvement plans and bid advertisement (all five members voted yes)
• Adopted Special Assessment Policy and Agreement with edits (all five members voted yes)
• Adopted amended Water Service Line Investigation and Response Policy (all five members voted yes)
• Authorized Mayor to sign pest‑control agreement for City Hall, pending assessment (all five members voted yes)
• Approved driveway permit amendment reducing length to 165 ft (all five members voted yes)
• Approved use of Burn Tower Funds as presented (all five members voted yes)
• Adopted Maintenance Department job descriptions (all five members voted yes)
• Adopted Resolution 2026‑3‑2 approving Final Plat for Deer Run 2nd Addition (all five members voted yes)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss the performance of a city employee. The meeting may be opened for action following the discussion.

• Discussion of employee performance

The council voted to close the meeting for a closed‑session discussion and later to reopen it. It then approved a motion directing the city attorney to develop a confidential settlement and termination for an employee with 28 years of service. The meeting was subsequently adjourned.

• Closed session approved (5-0)
• Reopened meeting approved (5-0)
• Directed attorney to pursue settlement and termination for 28‑year employee (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Stacy Planning Commission will consider amendments to park dedication, accessory structures, and shoreland district ordinances, as well as a draft ordinance on alternative energy systems. It will also review a proposed parking regulations ordinance and a dog‑boarding business request. A public hearing notice for the Deer Run 2nd Addition development is included, along with unapproved minutes from prior meetings.

• Ordinance amending 151.65 Park Dedication (updated)
• Ordinance amending 153.031 Accessory Structures
• Draft ordinance 153.034 Alternative Energy Systems
• Ordinance repealing/replacing Shoreland District (section 153.054)
• Ordinance enacting Parking Regulations

The Planning Commission voted to recommend the City Council approve three ordinance amendments: repealing and replacing the Shoreland District section, amending the Accessory Buildings section, and amending the Public Use of Dedication section. The commission also approved the final plat for the Deer Run 2nd Addition. Additionally, the commission approved moving the dog‑boarding agenda item out of order and will seek a conditional use permit for the proposed facility.

• Recommended City Council approve Ordinance Repealing & Replacing Ch. 153 §153.054 Shoreland District (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Ordinance Amending Ch. 153 §153.031 Accessory Buildings and Structures (4-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Ordinance Amending Ch. 151 §151.65 Public Use of Dedication or Contribution (4-0)
• Approved final plat for Deer Run 2nd Addition (4-0)
• Approved agenda memo on dog boarding in General Business, moving it out of order (4-0)

City Council

The Stacy City Council will consider dissolving ward boundaries, approving street improvement projects, and finalizing plats for new housing developments. The agenda includes public hearings on street improvements and updates on water service and public works.

• Public hearing on 2026 street improvements
• Resolution to dissolve city wards
• Approval of Braxton Estates final plat
• Approval of preliminary plat for Braxtion Estates
• Midco diving contract

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. It adopted Resolution 2026-2-3 ordering improvement and preparation of plans for the 2026 Street Improvements. The council also adopted Resolution 2026-2-1 dedicating street material funds and approved the pay‑equity compliance report. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-2-3 ordering 2026 Street Improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-2-1 dedicating street material funds (5-0)
• Approved pay‑equity compliance report (5-0)

Stacy Economic Development Authority

The Stacy Economic Development Authority will discuss results from a Farmers Market vendor and attendee survey. The body is also reviewing the 2025 Farmers Market season and proposing changes to the 2026 season, including updates to the market application and handbook.

• Farmers Market Survey Vendor & Attendee Results
• Proposed changes for the 2026 Farmers Market season
• Changes to Market Application & Handbook
• Early Spring Cottage Maker Fair at Lent Town Hall

The Authority approved its agenda, the January 14, 2026 meeting minutes, and the 2025 expense claims. It authorized a $100 Facebook ad budget and a $200 newspaper ad budget for the early‑spring cottage maker fair. The board approved amendments to the summer farmers market application and manual for 2026. The next meeting was scheduled for April 8, 2026.

• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved January 14, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved 2025 expense claims and reinvestment of $5,000 CD (6-0)
• Authorized up to $100 for Facebook advertisement for cottage maker fair (6-0)
• Authorized up to $200 for newspaper advertisement in Chisago County Press (6-0)
• Approved amendments to summer market application and manual for 2026 (6-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 8, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a plat for Braxton Estates and several proposed changes to city ordinances. Discussions include updates to subdivision regulations and rules regarding accessory structures and alternative energy systems.

• Braxton Estates plat
• Ordinance amending 153.031 regarding accessory structures
• Ordinance 2025-10-2 amending Chapter 151 subdivision regulations
• Draft ordinance 153.034 regarding alternative energy systems
• Repealing and replacing Chapter 153 sections 153.119, 153.120, and 153.121

The Planning Commission adopted a revised park dedication formula and directed the clerk to draft the revision for a public hearing at the next meeting. It also recommended approval of the Preliminary and Final Plat for 30305 Falcon Avenue (Baxter Estates) and approved the repeal and replacement of Chapter 153 sections on driveway design and parking. Additionally, the commission approved a temporary 90‑day allowance for shipping containers.

• Approved park dedication formula update (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary and Final Plat for 30305 Falcon Avenue (3-0)
• Recommended approval of repeal and replacement of Ch. 153 sections 153.119, 153.120, 153.121 (3-0)
• Approved draft ordinance for public hearing at next meeting (3-0)
• Approved temporary 90‑day allowance for shipping containers (3-0)
• Elected J. Ness as Chair and J. Johnson as Co‑Chair (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved minutes from December 16, 2025 (3-0)

Stacy Economic Development Authority

City Council

The Stacy City Council will consider a resolution to approve the preliminary plat for the Deer Run second addition. Several ordinances will be reviewed that amend sections of the municipal code, including zoning and RTC provisions. The agenda also includes a feasibility report on street improvements and a professional services agreement for the water tower. Additional items cover wage proposals, street sign replacement, and council training matters.

• Resolution 2026-1-3 approving preliminary plat for Deer Run 2nd addition
• Ordinance 2026-1-2 amending 153.060 RR-A
• Ordinance 2026-1-1 amending 153.004 definitions
• Feasibility report for 2026 street improvements
• Professional services agreement for CorrPro water tower

The council approved the agenda and consent agenda, authorized the Corrpro water tower and North Branch road agreements, and adopted resolutions for street‑improvement hearings, a city donation, and mayor appointments. It updated the employee pay matrix, moved remaining 2025 street‑sign funds to the 2026 budget, authorized a criminal citation for a long‑standing vehicle zoning violation, and passed a 3% wage increase for the Stacy Wine & Spirits manager (3‑2).

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Authorized signing of Corrpro Water Tower Maintenance Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized signing of North Branch Shared Road Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized City Attorney to conduct title search for Right of Way at 30780 Forest Blvd (unanimous)
• Authorized criminal citation for inoperable car zoning violation
• Approved 3% pay increase for Stacy Wine & Spirits manager (3‑2)
• Approved moving remaining 2025 Street Materials funds to 2026 budget (unanimous)