Starbuck public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing and consider approving the final 2024 tax levy payable in 2025, the 2025 budget, and 2025 liquor licenses. They will also discuss a possible revision to the THC ordinance and may enter a closed meeting to discuss the AFSCME union contract.

• Public hearing on Truth in Taxation at 6:35 p.m.
• Approve Resolution #2024-33: Final 2024 Tax Levy Payable in 2025
• Approve 2025 Budget
• Approve 2025 liquor licenses for Blair's Pub & Grub, Waters Edge, Minnewaska Liquor, VFW, Old Firehall Brewery, The Tavern, and Casey's 3.2
• Discuss and approve Resolution #2024-35: Fee Schedule for 2025

Council

The Starbuck City Council approved a final 2025 tax levy with an 8.75% increase, the 2025 budget, and a revised fee schedule that removes the THC license fee. They also approved the purchase of 48 dock floats for $17,920, a bathroom remodel at Hobo Park, and several other routine items. A request to hold meat raffles at The Tavern was tabled until the year-end meeting, and a public hearing on THC ordinance revisions was scheduled.

• Approved Resolution #2024-33 for a 8.75% tax levy payable in 2025 (4-0).
• Approved the 2025 budget as presented (4-0).
• Approved Resolution #2024-35 for the 2025 Fee Schedule, removing the THC license fee (4-0).
• Approved purchase of 48 dock floats from Glacial Lakes Recreation for $17,920 (4-0).
• Approved Hobo Park bathroom/shower remodel on a time and material basis, estimated $20k-$30k (4-0).
• Approved Resolution #2024-32 accepting $200 donation from Villard Fire Dept. for safety camp (4-0).
• Approved Resolution #2024-34 designating Starbuck Community Center as 2025 polling place (4-0).
• Approved 2025 liquor licenses for seven establishments (4-0).

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on December 3, 2024, to review reconstruction plans for the Starbuck Locker at 117 E 5th St, discuss the existing THC ordinance, and elect officers for 2025. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and a report of no new building permits.

• Review Starbuck Locker Re-Construction Plans – 117 E 5th St (PID # 27-0362-600)
• Discuss Existing THC Ordinance
• Election/Appointment of Commissioner Position - Term Ending January 2025
• Election of 2025 Chair & Vice-Chair Positions
• No New Building Permits

The Starbuck Planning Commission approved a building permit application for the reconstruction of the Starbuck Locker at 117 E 5th St, pending a satisfactory site inspection. The commission also recommended amendments to the THC ordinance, including lowering the annual license fee to $500 and allowing on-site consumption in restaurants and on-sale liquor licensees. Tom Asmus was confirmed for a new term, and the 2025 chair and vice-chair were re-appointed.

• Approved Starbuck Locker building permit application, pending site inspection (3-0)
• Recommended THC ordinance amendments to City Council, including lowering license fee to $500 (3-0)
• Confirmed Tom Asmus as commissioner for term ending January 2028 (3-0)
• Re-appointed Michelle Knutson as 2025 Chair (3-0)
• Re-appointed Brett Bowser as 2025 Vice-Chair (3-0)

Council

The Starbuck City Council held a special meeting to review the 2025 preliminary budget and take action on several items. They approved raising seasonal camping rates at Hobo Park to $2,640, approved a revised cannabis ordinance, approved a new police union contract, and set the 2025 tax levy at 8.75% (passed 3-2). The council also discussed the School Resource Officer contract, amending it to reflect new police salaries.

• Raised seasonal camping rates at Hobo Park to $2,640 for 2025
• Approved Cannabis Ordinance, authorizing summary publication per Resolution #2024-31
• Approved LELS Union contract for police officers
• Amended SRO contract to reflect LELS 2025-2027 salaries
• Approved 2025 tax levy at 8.75% (3-2 vote)

Council

The Starbuck City Council approved the 2025-2027 AFSCME union contract, accepted a $40,000 grant for new police radios, denied the Nadeau's request to annex out of city limits, and approved sending unpaid blight/fire citations to tax rolls at 10% interest. The council also accepted donations for the marina lighthouse fund and approved the annual Hobo Park interfund transfer.

• Approved 2025-2027 AFSCME contract (4-0).
• Approved Chief Johnsrud's MOU for hourly pay while covering for Officer Wasiloski (4-0).
• Accepted $40,000 ARMER grant for 20 Motorola radios, total cost $43,719 (5-0).
• Denied Nadeau's request to annex out of city limits (4-0).
• Approved sending unpaid blight/fire citations to tax rolls at 10% interest (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 2024-28 accepting $2,000 anonymous donation for marina lighthouse fund (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 2024-29 canvassing November 5 election results (4-0).
• Approved Resolution 2024-30 accepting $50 memorial donation for Bob Friesen (4-0).

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 12, 2024, covering consent agenda items, public requests, and personnel reports. Key discussions include a new contract for the School Resource Officer, a request to hold meat raffles, and a new cannabis ordinance. The council will also consider several resolutions, including accepting donations for the marina lighthouse fund and canvassing election results, and will enter a closed meeting to discuss the AFSCME union contract.

• Approve purchase of 20 Motorola radios with $40,000 ARMER grant
• Discuss new contract for SRO officer
• Approve sending non-payment of admin citations for blight/fire calls to tax rolls at 10% interest
• Approve Resolution No. 2024-28 accepting anonymous donation for Marina Lighthouse Fund
• Discuss new cannabis ordinance

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission will review reconstruction plans for the Starbuck Locker, make a recommendation on a new cannabis business regulations ordinance, and discuss requests to annex out a vacant lot and purchase city land. They will also approve building permits and hear from citizens with business before the board.

• Review Starbuck Locker re-construction plans at 117 E 5th St (PID # 27-0362-600)
• Recommendation on new Ordinance #114 - Cannabis Business Regulations Ordinance
• Discuss request to annex-out of city limits (vacant lot) – PID# 27-0590-600
• Discuss interest to purchase city land – PID 27-0685-000
• Approve building permits # ST-24-42 through ST-24-44

Council

The Starbuck City Council held a public hearing on October 15, 2024, to consider a request to vacate a dedicated right-of-way (ROW) south of 117 E 5th St and north of East Depot Ln. The Starbuck Locker, destroyed by fire in July 2024, wants to use this approximately 202' x 34' section to rebuild. Owner Mathias Briard said he has building plans ready and needs the vacation approved to start construction. No public comments were made, and the hearing was closed.

• Request to vacate dedicated ROW between 117 E 5th St and East Depot Ln
• ROW is approximately 202' x 34'
• Starbuck Locker rebuild after July 2024 fire
• Owner Mathias Briard addressed council
• Public hearing closed with no comments

The Starbuck City Council approved Resolution #2024-27 to vacate a dedicated right-of-way south of 117 E 5th St. and north of E. Depot Ln. for the Starbuck Locker Plant. They also approved purchases including a fire department skid unit, marina dock frames, a new payloader, and a copier, plus donations and sending past-due utilities to tax rolls. A proposed cannabis ordinance was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved Resolution #2024-27 vacating ROW for Starbuck Locker Plant (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 250-gallon skid unit from Great Plains Fire for $38,350 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of 24 dock frames from Lowry Manufacturing for $25,536 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of Case 621G Z Bar Loader for $154,010 (3-0)
• Approved sending past due utilities to tax rolls with 7% interest (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2024-24 accepting $500 donation from Dycast Specialties (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2024-25 accepting $50 donation from Knutson Concessions (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2024-26 accepting $100 donation from Schmidt for lighthouse (3-0)

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating a dedicated right-of-way on Block 59 to allow construction of the Starbuck Locker Plant. The council will also hear from several individuals and organizations, including proposals for a long-range city park plan and a donation of an AED for the city beach. Other business includes approving past-due utility accounts to the tax rolls, accepting donations, and discussing a proposed cannabis ordinance.

• Public hearing to vacate dedicated right-of-way on Block 59 between 117 E 5th St & E. Depot Ln for Starbuck Locker Plant
• Discuss AED proposal for City Beach
• Approve sending past due utilities to tax rolls at 7% interest
• Approve Resolution #2024-24 accepting donation from Dycast Specialties for National Night Out
• Discuss proposed cannabis ordinance

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation on new Ordinance #114, which would regulate cannabis businesses. The commission will also discuss rebuilding the Starbuck Locker after a fire, a commercial/apartment proposal, and several other business and property requests.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #114 – Cannabis Business Regulations
• Rebuild plans for Starbuck Locker at 117 E 5th St (PID # 27-0362-600)
• Commercial business/apartment proposal at 113 W 6th St (PID # 27-0301-000)
• Business plans for new gift shop/retail store at 101 E 5th St
• Request to move in 2002 mobile home on vacant E 3rd St lot (PID # 27-0525-000)

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission is meeting to discuss several property-related items, including rebuilding the Starbuck Locker after a fire, a commercial/apartment proposal, a fence permit, and a request to purchase city land. They will also consider approving a public hearing for a cannabis business regulations ordinance at the October meeting. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with no final decisions expected on most topics.

• Rebuild plans for Starbuck Locker at 117 E 5th St (PID # 27-0362-600)
• Commercial business/apartment proposal at 113 W 6th St (PID # 27-0301-000)
• Fence permit application with revisions at 302 W 6th St (PID # 27-0500-000)
• Request to purchase city land (PID 27-0685-000)
• Approve cannabis business regulations ordinance public hearing for October 1, 2024

The Planning Commission approved vacating a dedicated right-of-way and a portion of city-owned land totaling .24 acres for Mathias Briard to rebuild the Starbuck Locker after a fire, pending comments from the Public Works Supervisor. They also approved a fence permit for 302 W 6th St with a 6-inch ground gap, a memorial granite bench for Peder Baukol, and set a public hearing on a cannabis business ordinance for October 1st.

• Approved vacation of dedicated ROW and portion of city-owned PID# 27-0685-000 totaling .24 acres for Starbuck Locker rebuild, pending Public Works comments.
• Approved fence permit for 302 W 6th St with condition that panels are placed 6 inches above ground.
• Approved installation of a granite bench in City Park in memory of Peder Baukol.
• Approved a public hearing for a new Cannabis Business Regulations Ordinance at 9:05AM on October 1st.
• Approved building permits ST-24-33 through ST-24-37.
• Approved agenda as presented with a deduction.
• Approved minutes from the August 6, 2024 regular meeting.

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold public hearings on amending the floodplain ordinance and final assessments for the 2020 Complete Streets Project. They will also consider several new business items, including interfund transfers, a 2025 budget and levy schedule, and a request to vacate right-of-way for the Starbuck Locker reconstruction.

• Public hearing to amend the floodplain ordinance
• Public hearing on final assessments for the 2020 Complete Streets Project
• Request to vacate dedicated right-of-way at 117 E 5th St (Starbuck Locker)
• Approve 2024 interfund transfers for 2013A and 2017A bonds
• Approve Resolution #2024-20 accepting donation from Shalom Lutheran Church for National Night Out

Council

The Starbuck City Council approved the revised 2024 floodplain ordinance and Resolution #2024-15 adopting assessments for the 2020 Complete Streets Project. They also approved several purchases and projects, including a fire department fill station, a GIS utility mapping project, additional paving work, and a switch to gWorks utility billing software. The council approved acting as fiscal agent for Minnewaska Showstoppers' Brang grants, accepted multiple donations, and scheduled a city clean-up day for September 28. A proposal for a live camera at Sunset Marina was tabled.

• Approved the revised 2024 floodplain ordinance (motion carried 4-0).
• Approved Resolution #2024-15 adopting assessments for the 2020 Complete Streets Project (3-0).
• Approved purchase of a fill station from Alex Air Apparatus for $16,329 (3-0).
• Approved proceeding with GIS utility mapping project at an estimated cost of $18,350 (3-0).
• Approved additional paving work: $3,100 east side, $4,600 west side, $1,800 alley off Abercrombie, and 8 ½ street (no quote) (3-0).
• Approved using gWorks as utility billing software at first-year cost of $6,300 (3-0).
• Approved acting as fiscal agent for Minnewaska Showstoppers' Brang grants (3-0).
• Approved scheduling a clean-up day for Sept. 28 (3-0).

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding an amended floodplain ordinance and final assessments for the 2020 Complete Streets Project. The meeting includes discussions on utility software transitions, pump quotes, and several donation resolutions.

• Public hearing on Amended Floodplain Ordinance
• Public hearing on Final Assessments for the 2020 Complete Streets Project
• Resolution #2024-16: Donation from Harvey & Dianne Pederson to Fire Department
• Resolution #2024-17: $1,150.00 in donations for Starbuck Bicycle Safety Rodeo
• Resolution #2024-19: $8,425.50 in donations for Starbuck Kids Safety Camp

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss three new business items: a commercial business/apartment proposal at 113 W 6th St, plans for a detached garage at 306 E 6th St, and rebuilding the Starbuck Locker after a fire at 117 E 5th St. They will also approve building permits ST-24-24 through ST-24-32 and handle routine organizational business.

• Discuss commercial business/apartment proposal at 113 W 6th St (PID # 27-0301-000)
• Review plans for 18' x 30' detached garage at 306 E 6th St (PID # 27-0264-000)
• Discuss rebuilding Starbuck Locker after fire at 117 E 5th St (PID # 27-0362-600)
• Approve building permits ST-24-24 through ST-24-32

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council vacate a 33ft by 200ft dedicated right-of-way on Lots 3, 4, 5 & 6 of Block 59, with utility easements, to support rebuilding the Starbuck Locker after a fire. Further discussion on the proposal, including the owner's request to purchase additional city-owned land, was deferred to a later meeting. The commission also discussed but tabled a proposal for apartments at 113 W 6th St, and encouraged a property owner to apply for a permit for a detached garage at 306 E 6th St.

• Approved the agenda (5-0).
• Approved minutes from the July 2, 2024 regular meeting (5-0).
• Tabled discussion on the apartment proposal at 113 W 6th St; no decision made.
• Encouraged Vern Mohrman to apply for a building permit for a detached garage at 306 E 6th St.
• Recommended to the City Council to vacate the 33ft by 200ft dedicated ROW on Lots 3, 4, 5 & 6 of Block 59 with utility easements (5-0).
• Approved building permits ST-24-24 through ST-24-32 (5-0).

Council

The Starbuck City Council approved several items, including a $29,000 kayak rental station from Rent.Fun LLC, the Berserker Cup Strongman Competition on August 24, a subdivision request from Lowry State Bank, and a public hearing for a new floodplain ordinance. They also moved blight enforcement to the police department, approved tire purchases, a credit card for the deputy clerk, and new water heaters for the community center. The final assessment hearing for the 2020 Complete Streets Project was canceled due to an error, and a new hearing will be scheduled.

• Approved Rent.Fun LLC proposal for an 8-kayak rental station at Starbuck beach for $29,000 (4-0).
• Approved Berserker Cup Strongman Competition in City Park on August 24, 2024 (4-0).
• Approved subdivision request from Lowry State Bank for parcel #27-0409-001 (4-0).
• Approved public hearing for new floodplain ordinance on August 12, 2024 at 6:35pm (4-0).
• Moved blight enforcement responsibilities to the police department (4-0).
• Approved purchase of 4 tires for water/sewer truck for $1,260.62 from Brownies Tires (4-0).
• Approved issuing a credit card to Deputy Clerk Tiffany Holten for city expenses (4-0).
• Approved purchase of two 40-gallon water heaters for community center, approx. $4,000 plus labor (4-0).

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold public hearings on a subdivision request and final assessments for the 2020 Complete Streets Project, then consider adopting the assessments. They will also discuss a kayak rental proposal, approve a strongman competition, and consider a new floodplain ordinance.

• Public hearing to subdivide Parcel #27-0409-001
• Public hearing on final assessments for 2020 Complete Streets Project
• Approve Resolution #2024-15 adopting assessments for Complete Streets
• Approve purchase of 4 tires for 2018 Silverado water/sewer truck for $1,262.62
• Approve Berserker Cup Strongman Competition in City Park on August 24

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission is meeting to handle several property-related items, including a final subdivision plat review for 309 Main St, a request to build a new home at 920 Pope St, and a fence permit application for 302 W 6th St. The commission will also approve building permits and minutes from the previous meeting. A public hearing for the subdivision plat is scheduled for July 8, 2024.

• Final Subdivision Plat Review – 309 Main St (Parcel # 27-0409-001); public hearing set for 7/08/2024 at 6:35PM
• Discuss request to build new home – 920 Pope St (PID# 27-0774-600)
• Review fence permit application – 302 W 6th St (PID # not fully listed)
• Approve building permits – Permits # ST-24-20 through ST-24-23

The Starbuck Planning Commission recommended approval of the final subdivision plat for 309 Main St, splitting the property into two parcels. It tabled a building permit for a new home at 920 Pope St pending more information, approved two fence permits with conditions, and approved building permits ST-24-20 through ST-24-23.

• Recommended approval of final subdivision plat for 309 Main St (5-0)
• Tabled building permit for new home at 920 Pope St pending site plan, easement proof, and completed plans (5-0)
• Approved fence permit for 302 W 6th St contingent on certificate of survey (5-0)
• Requested building official inspection of 302 W 6th St property (5-0)
• Approved fence permit for 600 John St (5-0)
• Approved building permits ST-24-20 through ST-24-23 (5-0)

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2020 Road Project assessments and consider resolutions to declare costs and schedule a hearing on proposed assessments. The council will also discuss a request from Water's Edge to allow bands to play past the 10pm noise ordinance during Heritage Days, and hear from residents about Depot Lane surface issues and blight. Several hiring and spending items are on the agenda, including part-time summer help, lifeguards, and a material bid for the marina lighthouse.

• Public hearing on 2020 Road Project assessments
• Water's Edge request to exceed noise ordinance for Heritage Days bands
• Approve hiring Peyton Johnsrud and Noah Jensen at $16/hr
• Approve $11,876.33 material bid from Lyman Lumber for marina lighthouse
• Approve $500 donation from Hobo Park to Minnewaska Lake Assoc.

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 4, 2024, to discuss several land-use items. New business includes a request to subdivide a parcel at 309 Main St, a review of updated Welcome Sign plans from the Beautification Committee, and a discussion of a request to build an attached garage at 605 John St. The commission will also approve building permits ST-24-14 through ST-24-19 and handle routine organizational matters.

• Request to subdivide parcel at 309 Main St (Parcel # 27-0409-001)
• Review updated Starbuck Welcome Sign plans from Beautification Committee
• Discuss request to build attached garage at 605 John St
• Approve building permits ST-24-14 through ST-24-19

The Starbuck Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat to subdivide the Lowry State Bank property at 309 Main St into two parcels. The Commission also voted to recommend the City Council reconsider the Starbuck Welcome Sign design and open it for public comment. A request to build a garage at 605 John St was discussed as informational only, with no decision made.

• Approved the agenda with additions, 5-0
• Approved minutes from May 7, 2024 meeting, 5-0
• Approved preliminary plat to subdivide Parcel # 27-0409-001 at 309 Main St, 5-0
• Recommended City Council reconsider Starbuck Welcome Sign design and open for public comment, 5-0
• Approved building permits # ST-24-14 through ST-24-19
• Adjourned meeting at 9:55 AM

Council

The Starbuck City Council held a public hearing to discuss the proposed subdivision of PID #27-0086-000, which was already approved by Planning & Zoning. The owners want to divide the parcel into two lots, with the new lot meeting city size requirements for a building lot. No public comments were made, and the hearing was closed.

• Public hearing on subdivision of PID #27-0086-000
• Parcel to be divided into two lots
• New lot meets city building lot size requirements
• No public comments received

The Starbuck City Council approved the subdivision of Parcel #27-0086-00, purchased a 2023 Defender side-by-side for $13,899, and approved several permits including a meat raffle, temporary liquor license, and lawful gambling permit. They also denied a request to make an alley accessible from both sides at 410 E. 7th St., and tabled two resolutions related to the 2020 Road Project assessments.

• Approved subdivision of Parcel #27-0086-00 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Defender side-by-side from Ollie's Service for $13,899 (4-0)
• Approved meat raffle and horse races on May 25 to benefit Scott Johnshoy (4-0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Fire Dept. street dance July 5 (4-0)
• Approved raffle conducted by SFD Auxiliary with drawing July 5 (4-0)
• Denied request to make alley accessible from both sides at 410 E. 7th St. (5-0)
• Approved Info-Link bid for two projectors in community center at $14,567.96 (4-0)
• Approved lawful gambling permit for Starbuck Chamber music bingo June 7 (4-0)

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold a public hearing on subdividing Parcel #27-0086-000 and discuss approving the subdivision. They will also consider resolutions related to assessments for the 2020 Road Project, including a public hearing on proposed assessments. Other items include a temporary liquor license for Heritage Days, a raffle approval, and appointments to city positions.

• Public hearing to subdivide Parcel #27-0086-000
• Resolution #2024-12 declaring costs to be assessed for 2020 Road Project
• Resolution #2024-13 approving public hearing on proposed assessments for 2020 Road Project
• Temporary liquor license for Heritage Days Street Dance July 5th
• Approve Cody Blevins to Planning & Zoning Committee

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission is meeting to review a final subdivision plat for 711 East 8th St, discuss an update to the city's floodplain ordinance that must be effective by September 26, 2024, and consider a request to build a 12' by 16' shed at 409 E 3rd St. The commission will also hear reports on the marina lighthouse reconstruction and approve building permits ST-24-9 through ST-24-13.

• Final subdivision plat review for 711 East 8th St (Parcel # 27-0086-000), public hearing scheduled for 5/13/2024 at 6:35 PM
• Discussion of Starbuck Floodplain Ordinance Update, must be effective by 9/26/2024
• Request to build a 12' by 16' shed at 409 E 3rd St (PID 27-0527-000)
• Approve building permits ST-24-9 through ST-24-13
• Starbuck Marina Lighthouse Reconstruction Project update

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to accept Minnesota's model floodplain ordinance without additional city restrictions, with a deadline of September 26, 2024. They also approved a 12x16 shed for Kelly/Audrey Erickson at 409 E 3rd St, and approved two fencing requests from Glacial Hills Elementary School: one to expand the playground fence and one to fence an outdoor learning center, the latter including a right-of-entry agreement from Holly Ridge Manor. The commission approved building permits #ST-24-09 through #ST-24-13 and set a public hearing for the final plat at 711 East 8th St for May 13, 2024.

• Approved the agenda and minutes from April 2, 2024, with added fencing requests (5-0).
• Adopted the state's model floodplain ordinance without additional city restrictions (5-0).
• Approved a 12x16 shed for Kelly/Audrey Erickson at 409 E 3rd St (5-0).
• Approved Glacial Hills Elementary's request to increase playground fencing, subject to P&Z approval of staked area (5-0).
• Approved Glacial Hills Elementary's request to fence an outdoor learning center, with Holly Ridge Manor's right-of-entry (5-0).
• Approved building permits #ST-24-09 through #ST-24-13 (5-0).
• Scheduled a public hearing for the final plat at 711 East 8th St for May 13, 2024.

Council

The council approved TIGRIS applying chemical treatments in the Starbuck Marina for Starry Stonewort and Eurasian Milfoil, with letters to be sent to marina leaseholders at least two weeks before treatment. They also approved the 2023 audit results, accepted donations for the multi-use path and police department, and authorized a MnDOT grant agreement for airport equipment.

• Approved TIGRIS chemical treatments for invasive species in the marina, with leaseholder notification two weeks prior.
• Approved the 2023 audit results as presented by CDS.
• Approved a $5,000 donation from Beachside RV Park for the Starbuck multi-use path.
• Approved a $100 donation from Joanne Holten to the Starbuck Police Dept. in memory of Jerry Holten.
• Approved Steve McComas to do a pre and post survey of the marina for invasive species at a cost of $780.
• Authorized execution of MnDOT grant agreement for airport improvement, with 10% city cost of $7,600.
• Approved asking Pope/Douglas Solid Waste to hire a private contractor for snow removal at the new recycling site.
• Approved a public hearing for subdivision of parcel #27-0086-000 at the May council meeting.

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 8, 2024, hearing the 2023 audit presentation, discussing marina invasive species treatment, and considering several resolutions including donations and an airport grant. The agenda also includes routine consent items, personnel reports, and a closed meeting.

• Presentation of 2023 Audit by David Meyer (CDS)
• Resolution #2024-09: Approve donation from Beachside RV Park for Starbuck Multi Use Path
• Resolution #2024-10: Approve donation from Joanne Holten to Police Dept. in memory of Jerry Holten
• Approve Steve McComas pre/post invasive species survey of Starbuck Marina at $780
• Resolution #2024-11: Authorize MnDOT grant agreement for airport improvement

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss a commissioner vacancy, a request to subdivide a parcel at 711 East 8th St, and a request to build a new garage/storage building. No new building permits are on the agenda. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and agenda.

• Discuss commissioner vacancy – letter of interest
• Request to subdivide parcel at 711 East 8th St (Parcel # 27-0086-000)
• Discuss request to build new garage/storage building (Parcel # 27-0589-104)
• Approve building permits – no new permits

The Starbuck Planning Commission appointed Cody Blevins to fill a commissioner vacancy with a three-year term ending 12/31/2026. They approved a preliminary plat to subdivide a 115x150-foot tract from Parcel # 27-0086-000 at 711 East 8th St, and approved a request to build a 40x50-foot garage/storage building on Parcel # 27-0589-104. All motions carried 4-0. No building permits were approved.

• Appointed Cody Blevins to the Planning & Zoning Committee as a Commissioner with a three-year term ending 12/31/2026 (motion carried 4-0).
• Approved preliminary plat to subdivide a 115x150-foot tract from Parcel # 27-0086-000 at 711 East 8th St (motion carried 4-0).
• Approved request to build a 40x50-foot garage/storage building on Parcel # 27-0589-104 (motion carried 4-0).
• Approved the agenda and minutes from the March 12, 2024 regular meeting (motion carried 4-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:20 AM (motion carried 4-0).

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a variance and conditional use permit for the Starbuck Marina Lighthouse (Parcel #27-0615-000) and a daycare inspection request at 500 John St. They will also approve building permits #ST-24-03 through #ST-24-08 and discuss filling a commissioner vacancy.

• Discuss Variance & CUP for Starbuck Marina Lighthouse – Parcel #27-0615-000
• Discuss Lakes Area Enrichment Center Daycare Inspection Request – 500 John St
• Approve Building Permits (#ST-24-03 to #ST-24-08)
• Discuss Commissioner Vacancy – Letter(s) of Interest/Schedule Interview

The Planning Commission approved a variance and conditional use permit for the proposed Starbuck Marina Lighthouse relocation project, allowing a 25-foot structure where the code allows 10 feet for water-oriented structures. The commission also approved a request for Lakes Area Enrichment Center to operate a daycare at 500 John St, and approved building permits #ST-24-03 to #ST-24-08. All motions carried 5-0.

• Approved the agenda and minutes from the February 6, 2024 meeting (5-0).
• Approved the variance and conditional use permit for the Starbuck Marina Lighthouse, Parcel # 27-0615-000 (5-0).
• Approved the request to operate a daycare at 500 John St, Parcel # 27-0519-001 (5-0).
• Approved building permits #ST-24-03 to #ST-24-08 (5-0).
• Discussed a commissioner vacancy; scheduled an interview with applicant Cody Blevins.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:30 AM (5-0).

Council

The Starbuck City Council held a public hearing to discuss a variance for constructing a 25-foot lighthouse with a navigational beacon on city-owned property in the Starbuck Marina, which is in a flood plain. The new lighthouse would replace the one destroyed in a 2022 storm. Residents raised concerns about light and location, and the council explained the beacon would be less bright and the south side offers better access and visibility.

• Variance to construct 25' lighthouse with beacon over 15' in flood plain
• Replacement for lighthouse destroyed in 2022 storm
• New location on south side of marina for better access and visibility
• Public comments from residents Kris Goracke and Ann Beuckens

The Starbuck City Council approved a variance and conditional use permit for a 25-foot lighthouse at the marina, approved a $20,245 bid for lighthouse sitework, and moved part-time police officers to the LELS wage schedule starting at $30/hr. They also approved several other items including a $500 donation for police safety camp and a gambling permit for a chamber event. No decisions were made in the closed meeting.

• Approved variance for single family well & septic system (3-0)
• Approved variance for 25' lighthouse with navigational beacon (3-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 25' lighthouse & path (3-0)
• Approved $20,245 bid from Ferguson Bros. for lighthouse sitework (3-0)
• Approved moving part-time police pay to LELS wage schedule starting at $30/hr (3-0)
• Approved $3,825.08 bid from Tru Lumber for marina dock lumber (3-0)
• Approved $500 donation from Starbuck Veterans Auxiliary for police safety camp (3-0)
• Approved lawful gambling permit for Starbuck Chamber music bingo (4-0)

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold public hearings on a well/septic variance, a 25-foot lighthouse with beacon over 15 feet, and a conditional use permit for the lighthouse and path at the marina. The council will also hear updates on the 2020 Road Project, discuss a dangerous dog ordinance complaint, and consider several approvals including an audit report, a donation, and a lawful gambling permit.

• Variance for single family well & septic system - PID 27-0590-600
• Variance for 25' lighthouse with navigational beacon over 15' at Starbuck Marina
• Conditional Use Permit for 25' lighthouse & 8'-10' path in Shoreland District
• New bid from Ferguson Brothers for lighthouse sitework
• Resolution #2024-08 - Approve donation from Starbuck Veterans Auxiliary

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and action items. Key topics include a 2020 road project update, snow removal from sidewalks, alley access and truck parking, and multiple resolutions regarding airport improvements, election judge wages, and donations. The council will also discuss raising election judge pay from $13/hr to $15/hr and the sale of old city equipment.

• Discuss MnDOT state grant offer of $80,600 for a compact loader & brush cutter for Starbuck Airport
• Authorize payment of invoice to Hoffman Building Systems for materials to construct a 14'6" x 24' garage at the airport (donations total $2,500)
• Resolution #2024-03: Contract business with a council member
• Resolution #2024-04: Adoption of Pope County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Discuss raising election judge pay from $13/hr to $15/hr

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss several items, including a variance request for a single-family well and septic drain field, a request to use an abandoned railroad bed for a nature trail, and a discrepancy involving Gaarder St and E 1st Street. They will also approve building permits and receive an update on a home occupation.

• Variance request for single family well and septic drain field (PID # 27-0590-600)
• GHES request to use abandoned railroad bed for nature trail (PID# 27-0626-001)
• Discussion of Gaarder St/E 1st Street discrepancy
• Approve building permits #ST-24-01 to #ST-24-02
• CNC Home Occupation Update at 504 E 8th St

The Planning Commission recommended the City Council approve a variance for Mike and Andrea Nadeau to install a single-family well and septic drain field on their vacant 14.05-acre property (Parcel # 27-0590-600), conditioned on installation by a licensed contractor. They also recommended approving the concept of a nature trail on an abandoned railroad bed (Parcel # 27-0626-001) contingent on the City Attorney's opinion, and voted to identify the platted Gaarder St as E 1st St to align with existing addresses. The commission approved building permits #ST-24-01 to #ST-24-02.

• Approved the agenda and minutes from the January 2, 2024 meeting (3-0).
• Recommended the City Council approve the Nadeau variance for a well and septic system, conditioned on licensed contractor installation (3-0).
• Recommended the City Council approve the concept of the GHES nature trail, contingent on the City Attorney's opinion (3-0).
• Identified the platted Gaarder St as E 1st St to align with historically assigned street addresses (3-0).
• Approved building permits #ST-24-01 to #ST-24-02 (3-0).

City Council

The Starbuck City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for Beachside RV Park, and also consider approving a new towing business at Brad's Body Shop, a contract for the 2023 audit, and a new earned safe and sick time policy. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items and reports from city staff and committees.

• Public hearing and decision on Beachside RV Park Conditional Use Permit
• Approve operation of a new towing business at current Brad's Body Shop location
• Approve contract from Conway, Deuth & Schmiesing for 2023 audit
• Resolution #2024-02 – Approving New Earned Safe and Sick Time Policy
• Resolution #2024-01 – Designating 2023 Annual Appointments

Council

The Starbuck City Council held a public hearing on a revised Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Beachside RV Park. The revision adds three parcels owned by TT Properties LLC to the park and requires a 4-foot chain link fence along adjacent residential properties. The owner agreed to add a provision for future privacy fences if properties are sold and to pay the remaining $15,000 for the Multi-Use Trail by end of 2024.

• Revised CUP for Beachside RV Park adding parcels 27-0580-013, 27-0580-012, 27-0580-011
• Requirement for 4 ft chain link fence around parcels 27-0580-010 and 27-0580-008
• Owner Derek Bluhm agreed to pay remaining $15,000 for Multi-Use Trail by end of 2024
• Provision for privacy fence if properties are sold and new owners request one
• Hearing held at Starbuck Community Center, 307 E. 5th Street

The council revoked the 2017 conditional use permit for Beachside RV Park and approved a new one, adding three parcels owned by TT Properties LLC and requiring a 4-foot chain link fence. They also approved a new towing business at 206 E 4th St., the 2024 annual appointments, an audit contract, and a new earned sick and safe time policy.

• Revoked original 2017 CUP for Beachside RV Park (4-0)
• Approved new CUP for Beachside RV Park with fence requirement and added parcels (4-0)
• Approved A&A Towing LLC operation at 206 E 4th St. (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2024-001 designating 2024 annual appointments (4-0)
• Approved contract with Conway, Deuth & Schmiesing for 2023 audit (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2024-002 for new earned sick and safe time policy effective 1/1/2024 (4-0)

Planning Zoning

The Starbuck Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting on January 2, 2024. The main items are a discussion of a request to operate an impound/towing business at 206 E 4th St and a discussion about filling a commissioner vacancy. The agenda also includes routine organizational business such as approving the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discuss request to operate impound/towing business at 206 E 4th St (PID# 27-0365-000)
• Discuss commissioner vacancy

The Starbuck Planning Commission approved the operation of an impound/towing business at 206 E 4th St (PID# 27-0365-000), owned by David Ebnet of A&A Towing, LLC. The property is in the Business zoning district, and the commission agreed the use is allowable. The commission also directed staff to advertise the vacant commissioner position.

• Approved the agenda (4-0).
• Approved minutes from December 5, 2023 meeting (4-0).
• Approved operation of an impound/towing business at 206 E 4th St (4-0).
• Directed staff to post advertisement for vacant Planning Commission position.