St. Michael public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Council approved a feasibility report for the 2023 Street Reconstruction Project and scheduled a public improvement hearing for January 24. The Council also approved a consent agenda covering various financial reports, contracts, and administrative resolutions. A proposed ordinance for massage establishment licensing was discussed but deferred for legal revisions.

• Approved 2023 Street Reconstruction Project feasibility report and ordered public hearing (All aye)
• Approved $1,134,581.17 in claims, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved 2023 Sewer and Water Contract Services Budget with Veolia (All aye)
• Approved purchase of used Bobcat Grader Attachment (All aye)
• Approved MnDOT Delegated Contract Process Agreement No. 1052190 (All aye)
• Designated 2023 polling places (All aye)
• Approved part-time rink attendant for 2022-2023 (All aye)
• Tabled massage establishment licensing ordinance for legal updates

City Council

The council held a Truth in Taxation hearing, reviewing the proposed 2023 tax levy increase of 3.03% ($239,776). Most residential, commercial, and industrial taxpayers will see a decrease in city taxes. The final levy and budget will be adopted at the December 13 meeting. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including contracts and easements.

• Proposed 2023 tax levy increase of 3.03% ($239,776)
• Approved winter maintenance agreement with MnDOT
• Approved trail easement agreement for Legacy Bay Farms
• Approved change orders and pay estimates for Anton Village Park and Barthel Park
• Approved release of letter of credit for Fieldstone Passage 2nd Addition

The City Council approved the 2023 property tax levy and final budget. Other key actions included authorizing a city-wide park system plan and approving plats for two residential developments.

• Approved 2023 Property Tax Levy (4-1)
• Approved Final 2023 Budget, 2023 COLA, and 2023 Wage Range Changes (4-1)
• Authorized HKGi to create City-wide Park System Plan for $63,000 (All aye)
• Approved Final Plat and Final PUD Site Plan for Riverview Preserve (4-1)
• Approved Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and PUD Plan for Fehn Hidden Hollow Second Addition (All aye)
• Approved Vacation of Drainage & Utility Easements for Fehn Hidden Hollow (All aye)
• Approved 2023 Fee Schedule (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2206 allowing golf carts in specific city areas (All aye)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed several development requests, including a residential subdivision at Rice Estates and industrial expansions for Eull’s Manufacturing. The commission recommended approval of various plats, rezoning requests, and conditional use permits to the City Council.

• Rice Estates: Recommended approval for rezoning from Agriculture (A-1) to PUD Residential and approval of Preliminary/Final Plats
• Eull’s Manufacturing: Recommended approval for a Site Plan, Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage, and an Interim Use Permit for gravel parking at 3187 La Beaux Avenue NE
• Home Grown: Discussed Comprehensive Plan Amendment, rezoning, and PUD plans for 69 and 100 Main Street S.

The Commission recommended City Council approval for the Riverview Preserve PUD plan and final plat, which includes 313 residential units and 30.24 acres of park land. It also recommended approval for the Fehn Hidden Hollow Second Addition plat and approved a design modification for Five Star Storage.

• Recommended City Council approval for Riverview Preserve Final PUD Site Plan (All aye)
• Recommended City Council approval for Riverview Preserve Final Plat for 71 single family lots (All aye)
• Recommended City Council approval for Fehn Hidden Hollow Second Addition Preliminary/Final Plat and PUD Plan (All aye)
• Approved request for Five Star Storage to have eaves less than 2 feet (All aye)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (All aye)

City Council Rescheduled from from Nov 22

The Council held a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 tax levy and budget. A consent agenda containing 12 resolutions was approved, and a license agreement for Gutzwiller Park was passed. The final 2023 levy and budget are scheduled for adoption on December 13.

• Approved Consent Agenda items a-l (All aye)
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-01: November 9 Council Meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-02: October Financial Report
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-03: Public Works Worker Hiring
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-04: Winter Maintenance Agreement with MnDOT
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-05: Trail Easement Agreement for Legacy Bay Farms
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-06: WWTP Service agreement renewal with Taft
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-07: Change Order #1 and Pay Estimate #4 for Anton Village Park

Council

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority will discuss revised purchase agreements for Lots 1 and 2 of the Home Grown project, along with updates on Naber Business Park and Wright County EDP. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve prior minutes and project updates.

• Revised purchase agreements for Home Grown Lots 1 & 2
• Naber Business Park discussion
• Wright County Economic Development Partnership update
• Approval of October 26, 2022 minutes

The Economic Development Authority approved new purchase agreements for Lots 1 and 2 for EE Enterprises to accommodate financing needs. The board also approved a list of claims totaling $279,436.21.

• Approved list of claims for checks 9884-9885 in the amount of $279,436.21 (All aye)
• Approved cancellation of previous purchase agreements and approved new agreements for Home Grown Lots 1 & 2 (All aye)
• Approved meeting agenda as amended (All aye)
• Approved October 26, 2022, meeting minutes (All aye)

City Council Rescheduled from Nov 8

The City Council will consider several development items, including zoning map amendments, preliminary and final plats, and conditional use permits for Rice Estates, Eulls Manufacturing, and Home Grown Addition. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Simpson Property Concepts project and Uhl Lake Park potential project and funding.

• Resolution #11-09-22-05: Approving Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat and PUD Plan for Rice Estates
• Resolution #11-09-22-06: Approving a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Outdoor Storage and an Interim Use Permit for Unsurfaced Parking Area for Eulls Manufacturing
• Resolution #11-09-22-07: Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, Site Plan, and Interim Use Permit for Home Grown Addition
• Resolution #11-09-22-02: Supporting I-94 Gap Project Corridors of Commerce Funding Application
• Resolution #11-09-22-04: Accepting Quote and Awarding Contract for 2023 Reconstruction Project Geotechnical Services

The City Council approved a consent agenda including zoning map amendments and plats for Rice Estates and Home Grown Addition. The Council also authorized a tandem plow truck purchase and a feasibility study for the 2023 Reconstruction Project. In a closed session, the Council directed staff to provide a counter-proposal regarding a setback dispute in the Wilhelm Hills development.

• Approved Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat and PUD Plan for Rice Estates (All aye)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, Site Plan, and Interim Use Permit for Home Grown Addition (All aye)
• Approved Tandem Plow Truck Replacement Purchase (All aye)
• Approved contract for 2023 Reconstruction Project Geotechnical Services (All aye)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Eulls Manufacturing outdoor storage and interim use permit for unsurfaced parking (All aye)
• Approved $506,329.24 in claims, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved I-94 Gap Project Corridors of Commerce Funding Application (All aye)
• Ordered preparation of Feasibility Study/Preliminary Engineering Report for 2023 Reconstruction Project (All aye)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several public hearing items including a residential subdivision request for Rice Estates and an industrial expansion for Eulls Manufacturing. Discussion also includes a concept plan for County #19/15th Street.

• Rice Addition: Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and PUD Plan
• Eulls Manufacturing: Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage and Interim Use Permit for unpaved parking at 3187 La Beaux Avenue NE
• Homegrown: Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, PUD Plan, Site Plan, and Interim Use Permit
• Rice Estates: Rezoning of 5.00 acres at 10760 30th Street NE from Agriculture to PUD Residential

The Planning Commission recommended several development projects to the City Council, including a new residential subdivision and commercial expansions. These actions include rezoning requests, site plan approvals, and interim use permits for outdoor storage and dining.

• Recommended approval of rezoning, preliminary plat, final plat, and PUD plan for Rice Estates (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage and parking at Eulls Manufacturing (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit for gravel parking at Eulls Manufacturing (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 104 Main Street S to Commercial (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from R-1 to B-2 for 104 and 108 Main Street S (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary and Final Plat for Home Grown Addition (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of PUD Plan and Site Plan for Home Grown restaurant facility (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit for Home Grown outdoor food and beverage patio (Unanimous)

Council

The EDA will hold a public hearing to consider selling properties at 69, 100, 104, and 108 Main St S, receive an update on Naber Business Park, and consider acquiring a tax-forfeit parcel (114-500-124400).

• Public hearing: sale of 69, 100, 104 & 108 Main St S
• Consider acquisition of tax-forfeit property (114-500-124400)
• Naber Business Park update

City Council

The St. Michael City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a speed trailer retrofit purchase, increasing city logo clothing allowances, reducing a letter of credit for Lakeshore Park 3rd Addition, paying estimates for Anton Village Park and Barthel Park improvements, transferring deeds for two Main Street properties to the EDA, entering a street light maintenance agreement with Wright County, releasing escrow for Alleluia Lutheran Church, and awarding a snow plowing contract for the Town Center Civic Building. A public hearing is scheduled to assess delinquent utilities and miscellaneous billing. The council will also discuss a resolution for Shop STMA Shop Local Week and receive a 3rd quarter financial report.

• Resolution to purchase two replacement fire engines (recommended by Fire Chief Hosch)
• Resolution #10-25-22-05 approving Pay Estimate No. 3 for Anton Village Park Improvements Project
• Resolution #10-25-22-06 approving Pay Estimate No. 3 for Barthel Park Improvements Project
• Resolution #10-25-22-07 authorizing transfer of deed from city to EDA for 69 Main Street S. and 100 Main Street S.
• Resolution #10-25-22-10 awarding contract for 2022-2023 snow plowing for the Town Center Civic Building

The City Council approved a proposal for engineering services for the 2023 Reconstruction Project and adopted assessments for delinquent utility accounts. The council also approved a series of consent agenda items including park improvements and a deed transfer to the EDA. A proclamation was issued for Shop STMA Week in November.

• Approved engineering services for 2023 Reconstruction Project (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 10-25-22-11 adopting assessments for delinquent sewer/water utility accounts (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 10-25-22-12 proclaiming Shop STMA Week November 18-24, 2022 (All aye)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Financial Report (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 10-25-22-13 updating finance policies (All aye)
• Approved $1,248,629.39 in claims, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda items a-j, including park improvements and deed transfer for 69 and 100 Main Street S. (All aye)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Wright County for street light maintenance (All aye)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to purchase two Pierce Impel Pumpers from MacQueen Equipment LLC. The Fire Chief is seeking approval to execute the contract before November 1 to avoid a price increase.

• Proposed purchase of two fire engines for $1,748,000.00
• Interim Ordinance for Subdivision of Land in the R-2 District
• Approval of The Village at Town Center Second Addition
• Approval of Foxtail Meadows Second Addition
• Sheriff’s Office Contract Update

Planning Commission Offsite at Legacy Bay Farms

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting offsite at the Legacy Bay Farms subdivision. The body will conduct a site visit and discuss front yard interpretations and lot inventory.

• Legacy Bay Farms site visit at 27th Street NE & Jaber Ave NE
• Discussion of 241/Naber front yard interpretation
• Review of The Village at Town Center Second Addition Final Plat
• Project updates and lot inventory discussion

City Council

The City Council will review several routine consent agenda items and community development updates. Discussion topics include park improvements, utility vehicle replacement, and various infrastructure and grant applications.

• Pay Estimate No. 2 for Anton Village Park Improvements Project
• Pay Estimate No. 2 for Barthel Park Improvements Project
• Budgeted Side by Side Parks Utility Vehicle Replacement
• Wetland Consultant Services with KLJ Engineering
• DEED Business Development Infrastructure Grant Application

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2023 budget and levy. The meeting includes a public hearing on TIF District 3-7 and decisions on several land plats and rezoning requests.

• Preliminary 2023 Budget and Levy discussion
• Public Hearing for TIF District 3-7
• Naber Business Park rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD site plan
• Lake Charlotte Storm Sewer Project bid award consideration
• Final plats for Foxtail Meadows 2nd Addition and Larabee Meadows

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss an interim ordinance for THC and review several escrow releases. The body is also considering pay estimates for park improvement projects at Anton Village and Barthel Park.

• Resolution #08-23-22-02: Interim Ordinance for THC
• Resolution #08-23-22-04: Escrow Release for Boyer Truck
• Resolution #08-23-22-05: Escrow Release for I-94 Business Park
• Resolution #08-23-22-06: Pay Estimate No. 1 for Anton Village Park Improvements Project
• Resolution #08-23-22-07: Pay Estimate No. 1 for Barthel Park Improvements Project

City Council

The Council held a work session regarding competitive staffing to address upcoming retirements. Additional business included approving a copier purchase, reviewing the May financial report, and discussing development projects like Larabee Meadows.

• Approval of $6,295.95 for a Toshiba E-Studio 4515ac Digital Color Copier
• Approval of May Financial Report (Resolution #06-28-22-02)
• Approval of Election Equipment Lease Agreement (Resolution #06-28-22-03)
• Larabee Meadows Subdivision: Approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Preliminary Plat
• Approval of city claims totaling $686,115.98

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including insurance renewals and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes reports on community development, such as the Larabee Meadows subdivision and a comprehensive plan update.

• Purchase of Caterpillar M938 Wheel Loader for $280,577
• Larabee Meadows Subdivision rezoning and preliminary plat/PUD plan
• Westgate Senior Living site plan approval
• Gonz Lake West Subdivision Alternative Urban Areawide Review and Mitigation Plan
• Long Term Disability insurance renewal with Madison National Life Insurance Company

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed a request for a restaurant and outdoor patio addition called Home Grown. They also discussed the second stage of the Legacy Bay Farms residential development.

• Home Grown: Rezoning from R-1 to B-2 Downtown Commercial
• Home Grown: Site plan for 3,000 sq ft restaurant and 1,250 sq ft covered patio
• Legacy Bay Farms Stage 2: Rezoning from A-1 to R-1 PUD for 339 single family lots
• Legacy Bay Farms Stage 2: Preliminary Plat and PUD Plan review

City Council

The City Council will review several items including rezoning requests for Caribou Cabin and Legacy Bay Farms Stage 2. The meeting also includes a report on the 2022 assessment process and property value trends.

• Caribou Cabin: Comp Plan, Rezoning, Prel. Plat/PUD Plan, Final Plat, Site Plan
• Legacy Bay Farms Development Stage 2: Rezoning and Prel. Plat/PUD Plan
• Signal System Maintenance Agreement with MnDOT and Wright County
• 2022-2023 Liquor Licenses approval
• Springbrook Software Module update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plat for the PCS Villas of St. Michael project. The development includes 39 single-family lots, a 32-unit senior living facility, and a public park near County Road 35 and 35th Street NE.

• PCS Villas: Rezoning from A-1 to R-1a and R-4 PUD
• PCS Villas: Comprehensive plan amendment for high density residential outlot
• Fresh Pickins: Approved 3-year Interim Use Permit for produce stand at 398 Central Ave E
• PCS Villas: Requirement for a 9-foot wide trail through Outlot B

Planning Commission

The commission held a public hearing regarding the Riverview Preserve development, which includes 246 single-family lots, 67 rowhomes, and 30.24 acres of park land. Residents expressed concerns regarding increased traffic on Lander Avenue, road safety, and drainage. The proposed project requires a rezoning from A-1 to R-la and R-3 PUD.

• Riverview Preserve: 246 single family lots, 67 rowhomes, and 30.24 acres of public park
• Rezoning request from A-1 to R-la and R-3 PUD for Riverview Preserve
• Shoepke Square Preliminary Plat and Final Plat recommendation
• Shoepke Square Planned Unit Development Plan recommendation
• 4,800 square foot office building site plan discussion

Council

The Economic Development Authority will conduct a tour of Boyer Trucks at 4631 Odessa Ave NE. The agenda also includes updates on the Business Park, Title Specialists, and a breakfast meeting.

• Tour: Boyer Trucks, 4631 Odessa Ave NE
• Updates: Business Park
• Updates: Title Specialists
• Updates: Breakfast Meeting

City Council

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office provided a report on law enforcement activity in St. Michael for 2021. The document details call volumes, crime statistics, and the history of the city's contracting costs for sheriff services.

• 2022 projected annual contract cost for law enforcement: $983,456
• 2021 total calls for service in St. Michael: 7,112
• 2021 significant crime calls total: 378
• Contract rate history showing increase from $59.75 hourly in 2012 to $84.20 in 2022
• 2021 traffic stop total: 2,167

City Council

The City Council approved the hiring of Nick Preisler as the new City Engineer. Additionally, the council authorized plans and bidding processes for improvements at Barthel Park and Anton Village Park.

• Hiring of Nick Preisler as City Engineer
• Resolution approving plans and ordering bids for Barthel Park Improvements
• Resolution approving plans and ordering bids for Anton Village Park Improvements
• Approval of $2,400 for a land appraisal at Becker Big Woods
• Allocation of $135,000 for 2022 overlay and pavement overages

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission discussed a new office building project at 105 Central Avenue East and reviewed several land use amendments. The body also recommended various zoning changes and an interim use permit to the City Council.

• Shoepke Square: Preliminary/Final Plat, PUD, and Site Plan for a 4,800 SF office building at 105 Central Avenue East
• Riverview Preserve: Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning from B-1 General Business to I-1 Industrial
• Ordinance #2202: Amendment to allow Minor Auto Repair in the Industrial (I-1) Zoning District
• Lakeshore Park: 2nd Addition Final Plat recommendation for a subdivision replat
• Interim Use Permit renewal for a 24' x 60' office trailer at 14211 42nd Street NE

Council

The Economic Development Authority will conduct member swearing-in, introductions, and the election of officers for February 2022 through January 2023. The agenda also includes a purchase agreement amendment for 105 Central Ave E and updates on various projects.

• Election of EDA Officers (Feb 2022 – Jan 2023)
• Amendment to Purchase Agreement with Title Specialists for 105 Central Ave E
• Discussion regarding property at TH241/Naber Ave NE
• Amended Bylaws changing official name to St. Michael Economic Development Authority

City Council

The City Council will discuss plans for improvements at Barthel Park and Anton Village Park and a land acquisition opportunity for Becker Big Woods. The body is also deciding on contracts for road milling, restorative sealing, and park management.

• Contract for 2022 Mill & Overlay Project
• Contract for 2022 Maltene-Based Restorative Seal Project
• Purchase of one Box and Plow Equipment for $146,100 plus taxes and fees
• Upgrade of a box on order for $4,869 plus taxes and fees
• 2022 Minnesota Native Landscapes Management Contract for Hirsch Bach Park

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning for Quam Ave NE and a new ordinance for minor auto repair in industrial zones. The body will also consider a permit renewal for a temporary office trailer and a replat for Lakeshore Park.

• Public hearing: Quam Ave NE Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning
• Public hearing: Ordinance #2202 regarding Minor Auto Repair in Industrial Zoning District
• Public hearing: PCI Roads IUP Renewal for temporary office trailer at 14211 42nd Street NE
• Action item: Lakeshore Park Replat & Amended PUD Plan
• Discussion: Concept Plan for 105 Central Avenue East (Title Specialists)

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a concept plan for Noberg Homes and a possible interim use permit for larger events at the Breakfast Barn. The body will also coordinate a Comprehensive Plan joint workshop for early February.

• Concept Plan for Noberg Homes (CSAH #35/35th Street NE)
• Possible Interim Use Permit for larger events at Breakfast Barn
• Comprehensive Plan Joint Workshop planning
• Project updates and lot inventory review