St. Michael public meetings in 2024

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet to approve a warranty deed transferring property from the EDA to the City of St. Michael. The body will also receive updates on the acquisition of 22 1st Street SE and other projects.

• Approval of warranty deed from St. Michael EDA to City of St. Michael
• Acquisition update for 22 1st Street SE
• Discussion regarding City Hall display case

Council

The St. Michael City Council will vote on the 2025 final budgets, property tax levy, and a cost-of-living adjustment. They will also consider a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions, including the 2025 fee schedule, the Veolia sewer and water contract budget, and various project payments. Additionally, the council will recognize Ed Haller's resignation and set joint governance meetings.

• Approving 2025 final budgets, levies, and COLA (resolutions)
• Ordinance #2404 – 2025 Fee Schedule
• Approving Veolia Sewer and Water Services Budget for 2025
• Accepting improvements and final payment for North Uhl Lake Park Project
• Approving two-day liquor license for St. Michael Catholic Church

The St. Michael City Council approved the final 2025 property tax levy, the 2025 budget, and a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for employees. The council also accepted the retirement of Public Works Supervisor Ed Haller and approved a part-time snow clearing employee. Additionally, they approved a consent agenda covering various administrative items, including the 2025 fee schedule and a used loader purchase.

• Approved final 2025 property tax levy (Resolution #12-17-24-15)
• Approved 2025 budget and COLA (Resolution #12-17-24-16)
• Accepted retirement of Ed Haller and approved part-time snow clearing employee (Resolutions #12-17-24-13 and #12-17-24-14)
• Approved consent agenda including 2025 fee schedule, sewer/water budget, and used loader purchase (Resolutions #12-17-24-02 through #12-17-24-12)
• Set Joint Governance Meeting for March 31, 2025
• Approved claims totaling $150,942.15

Planning Zoning

The Planning & Zoning Commission will consider Ordinance No. 2402, which would repeal and replace the city's Subdivision (Chapter 154) and Zoning (Chapter 155) ordinances. The new code includes updated design standards, subdivision procedures, and parkland dedication requirements. If adopted, it will take effect December 19, 2024.

• Repeals and replaces Subdivision Chapter 154 and Zoning Chapter 155
• New design standards for blocks, lots, streets, trails, and easements
• Updated parkland dedication requirements (Section 154.031)
• Revised subdivision procedures: sketch plan, preliminary plat, final plat
• Effective date December 19, 2024

Council

The City Council adopted text and map updates to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, specifically regarding Chapter 4: Land Use. These updates follow a public hearing held by the Planning and Zoning Commission on December 4, 2024.

• Approval of text and map updates to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Updates to Chapter 4: Land Use
• Adoption of land use categories including Rural, Low, Medium, and High Density Residential

The St. Michael City Council approved the preliminary and final plat for Heritage Business Center, a planned unit development with eight buildings, and approved a rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD plan for Oakview Ridge. The council also adopted text and map updates to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, excluding a trail policy to be discussed in 2025, and approved hiring Pat Sele as Public Works Supervisor. The 2025 levy and budget will be finalized at the December 17 meeting.

• Approved Resolution #12-10-24-07 vacating drainage and utility easements for Drywall Supply 1st Addition (all aye)
• Approved Resolution #12-10-24-08 for Heritage Business Center preliminary and final plat and PUD site plan (all aye)
• Approved Resolution #12-10-24-09 for Oakview Ridge rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD plan (all aye)
• Approved joint maintenance agreement with City of Hanover for Oakview Ridge plowing (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution #12-10-24-02 for 2040 Comprehensive Plan updates, excluding trail policy (all aye)
• Approved hiring Pat Sele as Public Works Supervisor (all aye)
• Approved claims totaling $1,376,220.86 (all aye)
• Set Board of Appeal for April 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. (all aye)

Planning

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider updates to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, the Subdivision Ordinance, and the Zoning Ordinance. The body will also review specific development proposals for Heritage Business Park and Oakview Ridge.

• Comprehensive Plan Update including new trail policies and removal of Rural Industrial land use designation
• Subdivision Ordinance, Zoning Ordinance, and Zoning Map Amendments
• Heritage Business Park (Drywall Supply) – Preliminary Plat/PUD Plan/CUP
• Oakview Ridge – Rezoning, Preliminary Plat/PUD Plan (continued)
• Discussion of Lot Inventory Map

Council

The St. Michael City Council is reviewing a feasibility report for reconstructing Lander Avenue NE and 32nd Street NE. The $3,622,590 project includes new sidewalks, a roundabout at 17th Street NE, and traffic calming measures. Construction is planned for May–fall 2025, funded by grants, special assessments, and Municipal State Aid. The report recommends proceeding as proposed.

• Estimated project cost of $3,622,590 includes 10% contingency and 15% engineering and administrative costs
• Proposed roundabout at Lander Avenue NE and 17th Street NE to reduce speeds and improve safety
• New sidewalks along 32nd Street NE and east side of Main Street S (CSAH 19) to fill network gaps
• Traffic calming enhancements to address speeding on Lander Avenue (posted 30 mph often exceeded)
• Schedule: design plans by February 2025, bidding in March, assessment hearing and construction award in April

The City Council held a public hearing on the Lander Avenue and 32nd Street Improvements Project and subsequently ordered the improvement and preparation of plans. The council also approved the consent agenda, adopted the 2025 meeting calendar, and approved claims totaling $930,405.17.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items a) through j) (all voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 11-26-24-11 Ordering Improvement and Preparation of Plans for the Lander Avenue & 32nd Street Improvements Project (all voted aye)
• Approved the 2025 meeting calendar (all voted aye)
• Approved checks #49974-50034, credit card, and ACH transactions totaling $930,405.17 (all voted aye)

Council

The St. Michael City Council will canvass the November 5 municipal election results and consider appointing a new council member to fill a vacant seat. They will also decide on a feasibility report and order a public improvement hearing for the Lander Avenue/32nd Street improvement project. Consent agenda items include releasing a $104,910.50 security for I-94 Business Park, approving a $10,000 used utility shelter for the main lift station, and approving pay vouchers for Naber Business Park, Uhl Lake Park, and the WWTP project.

• Appointment to vacant council position after canvassing election results
• Order public improvement hearing for Lander Avenue/32nd Street project
• Release of $104,910.50 cash security for I-94 Business Park
• Purchase of used Dupont utility shelter for main lift station ($10,000)
• Approval of pay voucher #5 for Naber Business Park

The St. Michael City Council appointed Zach Schoen to fill the vacant council seat left by Scott Pedersen's passing, and he was sworn in. The council also declared the results of the November 5 municipal election, approved a feasibility report for the Lander Avenue/32nd Street improvement project, and approved a $4,965 quote for a new city logo sign. All other agenda items were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Appointed Zach Schoen to fill vacant council seat (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 11-12-24-10 declaring November 5 election results (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 11-12-24-11 accepting feasibility report and ordering public hearing for Lander Avenue/32nd Street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $4,965 quote from Niche Visual for city logo sign (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items a-i (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $1,205,979.54 (unanimous)

Planning

The St. Michael Planning Commission will hold public hearings on renewing a temporary office trailer interim use permit for PCI Roads and continuing the Oakview Ridge rezoning and plat. The commission will also discuss draft amendments to the Future Land Use and Zoning Maps, cannabis buffer regulations, and home extended business accessory space limits.

• Interim Use Permit renewal for temporary office trailer at 14211 42nd Street NE (PCI Roads) for 2 years
• Continued public hearing on Oakview Ridge rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD plan
• Discussion of proposed amendments to Future Land Use and Zoning Maps
• Review of cannabis buffer maps and Wright County GIS tool
• Discussion of home extended business accessory space limitations for barndominiums in A-1 district

The Commission recommended that City Council approve a permit renewal for a temporary office trailer at 14211 42nd St. NE. A public hearing for the Oakview Ridge rezoning and plat was continued to December 4. The Commission also reached a consensus on cannabis buffers and home extended business square footage for future ordinance updates.

• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit renewal for office trailer at 14211 42nd St. NE (5-1)
• Continued Oakview Ridge rezoning, PUD plan, and preliminary plat public hearing to Dec. 4, 2024 (All Aye)
• Approved changing January 1 meeting to Jan. 8, 2025, and July 2 meeting to July 9, 2025 (All Aye)
• Approved Oct. 2, 2024, meeting minutes (All Aye)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will meet at Millside Tavern/Bernings Mill to discuss downtown property and project updates. The body will also receive a report on a WCEDP Workshop.

• Downtown property updates
• Report on WCEDP Workshop
• Project updates

The EDA directed staff to continue discussions with Kwik Trip about possibly acquiring the Kwik Trip house property for redevelopment, with the intent to bring it back for formal consideration if an agreement is reached. The board also canceled the November and December regular meetings, scheduling a single meeting on Dec. 18, 2024, at 1 p.m. Other updates were provided on downtown properties, the Naber Business Park, and a workshop report, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Directed staff to continue discussions with Kwik Trip about acquiring the Kwik Trip house property
• Canceled Nov. 27 and Dec. 24 regular EDA meetings; scheduled Dec. 18, 2024, at 1 p.m. (all voted Aye)
• Approved agenda (all voted Aye)
• Approved consent agenda including Sept. 25, 2024, minutes (all voted Aye)

Council

The St. Michael City Council will consider consent agenda items including the purchase of a used bucket truck for $60,000 and a replacement vactor jet truck, hold a public hearing on delinquent utilities and miscellaneous billing, and receive reports from the sheriff, fire department, and city administrator.

• Resolution #10-22-24-02 authorizing purchase of a 2017 Ford F-550 bucket truck for $60,000 plus fees/taxes
• Resolution #10-22-24-04 approving replacement vactor jet truck purchase
• Public hearing on delinquent utilities and miscellaneous billing (Resolution)
• Resolution #10-22-24-03 approving pay voucher #1 for Maltene Rejuvenator Project
• Resolution #10-22-24-05 appointing additional election judges

The St. Michael City Council approved a consent agenda including a contract for the Garrison Avenue pipe boring project, a used bucket truck purchase, a vactor jet truck purchase, and other routine items. They also adopted an assessment for delinquent sewer/water utility accounts and miscellaneous billings, and approved the 3rd quarter financial report. No public comments were made during the citizen input or public hearing.

• Approved consent agenda including Garrison Avenue pipe boring contract (all aye)
• Approved purchase of used bucket truck (all aye)
• Approved pay voucher #1 for Maltene Rejuvenator Project (all aye)
• Approved replacement vactor jet truck purchase (all aye)
• Appointed additional election judges (all aye)
• Adopted assessment for delinquent sewer/water utility accounts and miscellaneous billings (all aye)
• Approved 3rd quarter financial report (all aye)
• Approved claims totaling $624,010.38 (all aye)

Meeting

The City Council is reviewing the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan, which outlines 10-year budget projections for equipment and infrastructure. Final approval is scheduled for December 17, 2024, following a Truth in Taxation meeting on December 10, 2024.

• Purchase of two fire pumpers in 2025 at $874,000 each
• Planned reconstruction of Lander Avenue in 2025
• Purchase of sidewalk snow clearing equipment in 2025 for $150,000
• Allocation of $225,000 for SCBA gear in 2025
• Planned 2025 street equipment purchases including a loader ($175,000) and skid steer loader ($77,000)

Council

The St. Michael City Council will consider a consent agenda including a BMX lease agreement, security reductions for subdivisions, and final plat approval for Legacy Bay Farms 7. A separate resolution on the Lander Avenue & 32nd St project update is scheduled. Other items include a Girl Scout project proposal, reports from the sheriff and fire departments, and a library update.

• Resolution approving BMX Lease Agreement 2025-2029
• Final plat approval for Legacy Bay Farms 7th Addition
• Security reduction for Anton Village 4
• Payment request #3 for North Uhl Lake Park
• Lander Avenue & 32nd St project update resolution

The City Council approved a feasibility study for the Lander Avenue and 32nd Street improvements project and proclaimed November 24-30, 2024, as Shop STMA Week. The Council also approved a series of consent agenda items, including various security reductions, a BMX lease agreement, and payments for park and wastewater treatment plant projects.

• Approved feasibility study for Lander Ave & 32nd St project
• Approved Shop STMA Week proclamation (Nov 24-30, 2024)
• Approved $1,832,986.28 in claims
• Approved BMX lease agreement 2025-2029
• Approved Legacy Bay Farms 7th Addition final plat
• Approved security reductions for three residential developments
• Approved payment requests for North Uhl Lake Park and WWTP project
• Appointed additional 2024 election judges

Planning

The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on the Oakview Ridge rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD plan for a 55-lot development. The consent agenda includes approval of the Legacy Bay Farms 7th Addition final plat. The commission will also discuss project updates and a lot inventory map.

• Continued public hearing for Oakview Ridge rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD plan (19.35 acres, 55 single-family lots)
• Consent agenda: Legacy Bay Farms 7th Addition final plat
• Discussion of lot inventory map
• Project updates from Community Development Director

The Planning Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the September 4 meeting and the Legacy Bay Farms 7th Addition. The commission also voted to continue the public hearing for the Oakview Ridge rezoning and platting project until the November 6 meeting.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including Legacy Bay Farms 7th Addition (all aye)
• Continued Oakview Ridge public hearing to Nov. 6, 2024 (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:19 p.m. (all aye)

Economic Development Authority

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority will meet to approve minutes from August and a list of claims, then hear a presentation on the Discover STMA program. The remainder of the agenda consists of project updates and standard procedural items.

• Approve minutes of August 28, 2024
• List of claims approval
• Discover STMA presentation by Courtney Wiest
• Project updates discussion

The EDA met, approved the agenda and consent agenda (including prior minutes and claims), and received a presentation from Shop STMA about a new Discover STMA initiative. Community Development Director Marc Weigle provided updates on the Naber Business Park and other projects. No formal decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Aug. 28, 2024 minutes and claims (unanimous)

City Council

The St. Michael City Council approved the 2025 preliminary property tax levy (Option C) with a 4.83% increase, along with the bonded debt levy and the 2025 budget. The council also approved a 5-year contract with Citizenserve for software, additional hydromulching and dock extensions for Uhl Lake Park, and several consent agenda items including a bow hunting permit and a liquor license. The vote on the levy was 3-1, with Council Member Hamilton dissenting.

• Approved 2025 preliminary property tax levy Option C (4.83% increase) (3-1)
• Approved 2025 bonded debt levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year Citizenserve software contract (unanimous)
• Approved additional hydromulching and dock extension for Uhl Lake Park (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items a-j (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of drainage and utility easement for 8550 & 8660 35th Street NE (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $843,865.65 (unanimous)

Council

The St. Michael City Council is reviewing a state guide on Minnesota's new adult-use cannabis law, which outlines local government roles, licensing types, zoning requirements, and local approval processes. No decisions are being made at this meeting; the item is informational.

• 13 cannabis business license types (microbusiness, cultivator, retailer, etc.)
• Local governments may limit retail cannabis locations but must allow at least one per 12,500 residents
• Local certification of zoning compliance required for cannabis business licenses
• Social equity applicant preapproval lottery began July 24, 2024
• Municipal cannabis stores allowed but cannot count toward minimum retail requirement

The St. Michael City Council approved the 2025 preliminary property tax levy (Option C) with a 4.83% increase, along with the bonded debt levy and the 2025 budget. The council also approved a 5-year contract with Citizenserve for software, additional hydromulching and dock extensions at Uhl Lake Park, and several consent agenda items including a bow hunting permit and a liquor license.

• Approved 2025 preliminary property tax levy Option C (4.83% increase) (3-1)
• Approved 2025 bonded debt levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year Citizenserve software contract (unanimous)
• Approved additional hydromulching and two dock sections at Uhl Lake Park (unanimous)
• Approved easement vacation for 8550 & 8660 35th Street NE (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items a-j (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $843,865.65 (unanimous)

Council

The St. Michael City Council will hold public hearings on easement vacations for Foxters Addition and Legacy Bay Farms 5th Addition, consider a TIF development agreement modification with SAB Properties, and vote on the 2025 Preliminary Budget and Levy. The consent agenda includes approvals for a bow hunting permit, a one-day liquor license for the St. Michael Lions, and several subdivision plats.

• Public hearing and resolution for easement vacation at Foxters Addition
• Public hearing and resolution for easement vacation at Legacy Bay Farms 5th Addition
• TIF development agreement modification with SAB Properties
• Approve 2025 Preliminary Budget and Levy
• Approve a bow hunting permit at 2770 La Beaux Avenue NE for Ryder Sahr

The council approved the Legacy Bay Farms 6th Addition plat despite one member's objection to narrower lots. Several other plats, permits, and financial items were approved on the consent agenda. The council discussed but did not finalize a TIF agreement amendment for SAB Properties, a sidewalk plowing plan, and the 2025 preliminary budget, all to be revisited at future meetings.

• Approved Legacy Bay Farms 6th Addition (3-1)
• Approved consent agenda items a-f, h-p (all aye)
• Approved Resolution #09-10-24-17 Vacating Drainage and Utility Easements for Foxsters Addition (all aye)
• Approved Resolution #09-10-24-18 Vacating Drainage and Utility Easements for Legacy Bay Farms 5th Addition (all aye)
• Approved claims totaling $1,668,496.81 (all aye)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four items, including a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for property at 5030 Page Ave NE/15440 45th St NE, a variance for impervious surface at 1761 Hansack Avenue NE, sign-related variances at 399 Central Ave E, and a rezoning and PUD plan for Oakview Ridge at 999 Kalenda Lane NE. The consent agenda includes final plat approval for Riverview Preserve 2nd Addition (52 single-family lots) and Legacy Bay Farms 6th Addition. Discussions will cover a concept plan for Edgewood Drive Outlot, project updates, a lot inventory map, and a joint workshop with the City Council on September 24.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning & Preliminary/Final Plat for 5030 Page Ave NE / 15440 45th St NE
• Public hearing on Variance – Impervious Surface Area at 1761 Hansack Avenue NE
• Public hearing on Variances – Sign Setbacks & Landscaping at 399 Central Ave E
• Public hearing on Rezoning, Preliminary Plat & PUD Plan – Oakview Ridge (999 Kalenda Lane NE)
• Consent agenda includes Final Plat – Riverview Preserve 2nd Addition (52 single-family detached lots)

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary/final plat for the Foxster Addition at 5030 Page Ave NE, splitting one lot into two, with conditions. It also approved variances for a new home at 1761 Hansack Ave NE and for a monument sign at St. Michael Dental Center, and continued the Oakview Ridge public hearing to Oct. 2, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Low Density to Rural Residential for Foxster Addition (all aye)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning from R-2 to RR for Foxster Addition (all aye)
• Recommended approval of Foxster 2nd Addition Preliminary and Final Plat with conditions (all aye)
• Approved variance for 3.9-foot front yard setback encroachment at 1761 Hansack Ave NE (all aye)
• Approved variance to exceed impervious surface coverage by 11% at 1761 Hansack Ave NE (6-1, Hartnett nay)
• Approved variances for monument sign setbacks at 399 Central Ave E (all aye)
• Approved variance to eliminate landscaping around sign base at 399 Central Ave E (all aye)
• Continued Oakview Ridge public hearing to Oct. 2, 2024 (all aye)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is meeting at the Creekside Center to review project updates. The body will discuss the Naber Business Park and a proposal for downtown property.

• Naber Business Park discussion
• Proposal for Downtown Property
• Review of claims for June, July, and August

The EDA approved Amendment #2 to the Naber Business Park Purchase Agreement for Lot 2, Block 1, extending the completion date from August 30 to October 31, 2024. The EDA discussed but did not accept an offer for Lot 2, Block 1, taking no action. The meeting also included a tour of Creekside Center and a discussion of a downtown seltzery proposal, with staff directed to explore other options.

• Approved Amendment #2 to Naber Business Park Purchase Agreement for Lot 2, Block 1, extending dates to Oct. 31, 2024 (all aye)
• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including May 22, 2024 minutes and claims for June-August 2024 (all aye)
• Discussed offer for Lot 2, Block 1; no action taken
• Directed staff to consider other options for downtown seltzery proposal

Council

The St. Michael City Council will vote on consent agenda items including a $250 liquor compliance fine for Ditto's Bar and a $61,770 change order for the 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project on 50th Street NE and Frankfort Parkway, plus a $352,149 pay voucher to GMH Asphalt. The city administrator will present revisions to the 2025 preliminary budget for discussion.

• Resolution #08-20-24-02: $250 fine for Ditto's Bar after failing a liquor compliance check
• Resolution #08-20-24-03: Change Order #1 for $61,770.35 for additional asphalt on the 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (50th Street NE and Frankfort Parkway)
• Resolution #08-20-24-04: Pay Voucher #1 for $352,149.24 to GMH Asphalt for the 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• City Administrator Report includes discussion of 2025 Preliminary Budget Revisions

The City Council approved a series of resolutions including pavement rehabilitation payments and a liquor compliance violation. Council members discussed a 5-year contract for Citizen Serve software and a projected 4.15% levy increase for the 2025 preliminary budget.

• Approved Minutes of the August 14 Council meeting (All aye)
• Approved Resolution #08-20-24-02 Liquor Compliance Violation (All aye)
• Approved Change Order #1 for 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (All aye)
• Approved Pay Voucher #1 for 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project (All aye)
• Approved checks, credit card, and ACH transactions totaling $817,595.64 (All aye)

Council

The St. Michael City Council will consider routine consent items including approval of minutes, a date change, a gambling permit, a change order and pay estimate for North Uhl Lake Park, and a contract for parking lot striping. Under reports, they will receive updates from the Sheriff's Office, Community Development on the Rural Industrial Area, and the City Administrator on software responses, the 2025 budget work session follow-up, and the vacant council seat. The council will also hear the City Attorney report and review claims.

• Resolution #08-14-24-04: Approving Change Order No. 1 for North Uhl Lake Park
• Resolution #08-14-24-05: Approving Pay Estimate No. 1 to Matt Bullock Contracting for North Uhl Lake Park
• Resolution #08-14-24-06: Accepting quote and approving contract for the 2024 Parking Lot Striping Project
• Discussion of the vacant council seat under City Administrator Report
• Rural Industrial Area update under Community Development Report

The St. Michael City Council approved the sale of city property on Edgewood and Hillcrest Drive for the Due North car wash project, consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. They also approved the Senior Citizen Deferred Special Assessments Policy with updated income limits, and set a joint work session with the Planning Commission for September 24. The council discussed the 2025 budget, aiming to reduce the levy increase to 3.71%, and agreed to test permanent dynamic speed signs on Lander Avenue.

• Approved Resolution #08-14-24-07 authorizing sale of city property for Due North car wash (unanimous)
• Approved Senior Citizen Deferred Special Assessments Policy with updated income limits (unanimous)
• Set joint work session with Planning Commission for September 24 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, premises permit, change order, pay estimate, and parking lot striping contract (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $994,322.57 (unanimous)

Planning

The commission will review feedback from the July 23 open house on the proposed I-2 Rural Industrial District near County Rd #35 and Iffert Ave NE, and discuss draft comprehensive plan and zoning map revisions. They will also receive project updates and a lot inventory map. No public hearings are scheduled, but property owners are expected to speak.

• Open house report on proposed I-2 Rural Industrial District (approx. 200 acres) without city sewer/water
• Draft comprehensive plan amendments adding Rural Industrial land use category and trail policy 6.17
• Proposed zoning map changes to correct inconsistencies between comprehensive plan and zoning
• Discussion on whether the Iffert location meets city vision and if I-2 development standards are sufficient
• Legacy Bay Farms PUD amendment (from prior meeting) recommended to City Council for adding new single-family product

The Planning Commission discussed the proposed I-2 Rural Industrial District for the Iffert area, hearing public concerns about traffic, environment, property values, and cannabis. No formal decision was made; the commission agreed to request a workshop with the City Council to further consider the matter.

• Agenda set (unanimous)
• Consent agenda approved, including July 10, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to request a workshop with City Council on Iffert Industrial Area (no formal vote)
• Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. (unanimous)

Council

The Economic Development Authority will tour Creekside Center and discuss updates on Naber Business Park, including an offer for Lot 2, Block 1. Members will also consider a proposal for a downtown property and receive project updates. The meeting includes approval of minutes and a list of claims.

• Discuss offer for Lot 2, Block 1 in Naber Business Park
• Proposal for downtown property
• Project updates

Council

The City Council will consider several contracts for park improvements and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes a discussion regarding a vacant council seat and a second quarter finance report.

• Contracts for North Uhl Lake Park landscaping, dock, and shade structures
• Contract award for the CSAH 35 Trail Project
• Contract for 2024 Pavement Marking Improvements Project
• One year sidewalk snow plowing agreement
• Hiring of Edward Delorme and Ian Fuchs to Paid-On-Call status for Fire Department

The St. Michael City Council approved Amendment #2 to the Legacy Bay Farms Master PUD, allowing a new 50-foot-wide single-family home product without HOA lawn and snow maintenance, over one dissenting vote. The council also declared a vacancy on the council following the death of Council Member Scott Pedersen, tabled an ordinance update to await public comments, and approved several contracts and resolutions.

• Approved Legacy Bay Farms PUD Amendment #2 (3-1)
• Declared vacancy on City Council (unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance update until September public hearing
• Approved consent agenda including contracts for park landscaping, dock, shade structures, trail, and pavement marking
• Approved Resolution honoring Council Member Scott Pedersen (unanimous)
• Approved change in fence materials for Home Grown (unanimous)
• Adopted 2nd Quarter Finance Report (unanimous)
• Authorized PSIG grant application for wastewater treatment plant (unanimous)

Planning

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding updates to the city's Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances. The commission will also consider an amendment to the Legacy Bay Farms PUD Plan to add a new single-family home product. Additionally, members will discuss the Schirmers Property concept plan.

• Public hearing for Ordinance Update (Chapters 154 and 155)
• Proposed amendment to Legacy Bay Farms PUD Plan to add 50-foot wide single-family lots
• Discussion of the Schirmers Property concept plan

The St. Michael Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of Ordinance 2402, which repeals and replaces the city's Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances (Chapters 154 and 155). The commission also recommended approval of an amended PUD plan for Legacy Bay Farms adding a new single-family product and allowing certain home styles to be switched. A concept plan for the Schirmers Property, which spans St. Michael and Hanover, was discussed and will go before the City Council on July 23, 2024.

• Recommended City Council approval of Ordinance 2402, repealing and replacing Chapters 154 and 155 (Subdivision and Zoning) (6-1, Mielke opposed)
• Recommended City Council approval of amended Legacy Bay Farms PUD Plan adding a 50-foot wide single-family product (all aye)
• Recommended City Council approval of amended Legacy Bay Farms PUD Plan allowing Detached Townhomes, Villas NW and Villas South to be switched to the SF lot style (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Set agenda (all aye)
• Adjourned at 8:09 p.m. (all aye)

Council

The City Council will consider a TIF development agreement with SAB Properties, LLC for a new warehouse and distribution facility. Other items include approving a three-year agreement with Granicus and the Uhl Lake grant application proposal. The council will also receive the retirement resignation of City Administrator Steve Hosch.

• Development Agreement with SAB Properties, LLC for a 55,000 square foot warehouse facility
• Three-year agreement with Granicus
• Uhl Lake Grant Application Proposal
• WWTP Project Payment Request #7
• Acceptance of City Administrator Steve Hosch's retirement resignation

The City Council approved a series of resolutions including a TIF development agreement and election judge appointments. The council also accepted the retirement resignation of Fire Chief Steve Hosch and approved over $1.3 million in claims.

• Approved TIF Development Agreement with SAB
• Approved 3-year agreement with Granicus
• Appointed 2024 Election Judges
• Approved Uhl Lake Grant Application Proposal
• Approved WWTP Project Payment Request #7
• Authorized an Absentee Ballot Board for 2024
• Accepted retirement resignation of Fire Chief Steve Hosch
• Approved claims totaling $1,345,805.63

Council

The City Council will review several routine resolutions, including a fire department services agreement and equipment purchases. The council will also discuss development requests for Lincoln View Apartments and Legacy Bay Farms. Additionally, officials may discuss rescheduling a future budget work session.

• Lincoln View Apartments plat extension request
• Legacy Bay Farms PUD amendment discussion
• St. Michael Fire Department services agreement with Allina
• Parks Tilt Trailer purchase
• Two Day Liquor License for St. Michael Catholic Church

The St. Michael City Council approved a plat extension for Lincoln View Estates and rescheduled a budget work session to July 29, 2024. The council also approved the consent agenda, claims totaling $412,183.17 with an added check of $87,302.30, and heard a preliminary presentation regarding a potential PUD amendment for Legacy Bay Farms.

• Approved the agenda as amended with a claim addition (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda Resolutions #06-25-24-01 through #06-25-24-07 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution #06-25-24-08 for a plat extension for Lincoln View Estates (5-0)
• Rescheduled the budget work session for Monday, July 29th at 6:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $412,183.17 (checks #49454-49487, credit card, and ACH transactions) (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m. (5-0)

Council

The St. Michael City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Development District 3 and TIF District 3-8 at Naber Business Park. The council will also consider several resolutions, including the Foxtail Meadows 4th Addition final plat and a water tank purchase.

• Public hearing for Development District 3 and TIF District 3-8 modification
• Final plat approval for Foxtail Meadows 4th Addition (21 lots)
• Water tank purchase approval
• Site plan approval for 12350 43rd Street NE
• Hiring of seasonal scanner and parks worker

The St. Michael City Council approved a tax increment financing district (TIF District 3-8) covering the Naber Avenue Business Park and two vacant lots on 43rd Street NE, with tax increment reimbursing developer costs up to $156,435 plus interest, requiring 10 jobs, and releasing a First Right of Refusal on a Plymouth Plumbing lot. The Council also approved a consent agenda including final plats for Foxtail Meadows 4th Addition and Larabee Meadows, a water tank purchase, and a site plan for a 55,000 sq. ft. manufacturing/warehouse building at 12350 43rd Street NE. The 2025 Budget Work Session was set for July 30 at 6:30 p.m., and claims totaling $348,553.37 were approved. No substantive decisions were made on the proposed rural industrial zoning district; the consensus was to hold an open house before the July 23 Council meeting.

• Approved Resolution #06-11-24-09 establishing TIF District 3-8 and modifying Development District No. 3 (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda items a-h including Foxtail Meadows 4th Addition final plat, Larabee Meadows amended PUD/final plat, water tank purchase, and site plan for 12350 43rd Street NE (all aye)
• Set 2025 Budget Work Session for July 30 at 6:30 p.m. (all aye)
• Approved checks #49417-49452 and credit card/ACH transactions totaling $348,553.37 (all aye)
• Consensus to hold open house on rural industrial zoning before July 23 Council meeting, 4-6:30 p.m.
• Consensus to have staff work with ShopSTMA on Discover STMA signs in city parks
• Consensus to try a City booth at Daze & Knights Business Expo this year
• Adjourned at 8:58 p.m. (all aye)

Planning

The commission will consider a site plan for SAB Properties at Plymouth Plumbing 2nd Addition. The agenda also includes the establishment of TIF District 3-8 and discussions regarding the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• SAB Properties Site Plan (Plymouth Plumbing 2nd Addition)
• Establishment of TIF District 3-8
• Foxtail Meadows 4th Addition Final Plat
• Larabee Meadows Amended PUD Plan and Final Plat
• Swearing in of Commissioner Laura Bistodeau

The Commission recommended that City Council approve the SAB Properties site plan with specific conditions regarding setbacks and agreements. The body also reached a consensus to recommend a 200-acre Rural Industrial zoning option to the City Council.

• Approved May 1, 2024, meeting minutes (All aye)
• Approved Foxtail Meadows 4th Addition Final Plat (All aye)
• Approved Larabee Meadow Amended PUD Plan and Final Plat (All aye)
• Approved Resolution to modify Development District No. 3 and establish TIF District 3-8 (All aye)
• Recommended City Council approval of SAB Properties Site Plan with three conditions (All aye)
• Reached consensus to recommend 200-acre I-2 zoning option to City Council

Council

The City Council will consider a modified site plan for CAD Design and a drainage easement in Foxtail Meadows. The meeting also includes plans for the CSAH 35 Trail Improvements Project and a hiring recommendation for an engineering technician.

• Modified PUD Site Plan for CAD Design
• Drainage and Utility Easement for Foxtail Meadows (Outlot E)
• Plans and bidding for CSAH 35 Trail Improvements Project
• WWTP Project Payment Request #6
• Engineering Inspections Technician hiring recommendation

The City Council approved a series of consent items including a modified PUD site plan and trail improvement bids. The council also hired a new Engineering Inspections Technician and approved updated financial policies and procedures.

• Approved hiring Jim Stenglein as Engineering Inspections Technician (All aye)
• Approved $1,070,395.84 in checks, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved recommended financial policy and procedure changes (All aye)
• Approved 1st quarter financial report (All aye)
• Approved Modified PUD Site Plan for CAD Design (All aye)
• Approved plans and ordered bids for CSAH 35 Trail Improvements Project (All aye)
• Approved replacement garage door purchases for Frankfort Station (All aye)
• Approved variance for state aid operation for Lander Avenue project (All aye)

Economic Development Authority

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss property and project updates. The agenda includes an item to amend a purchase agreement for Lot 1, Block 1/Outlot A in Naber Business Park.

• Amend Purchase Agreement for Lot 1, Block 1/Outlot A, Naber Business Park
• Property updates
• Project updates
• Approval of April 24, 2024 minutes

The Economic Development Authority approved an amendment to a purchase agreement for Lot 1, Block 1 in the Naber Business Park to extend the closing date. Members also discussed potential interest in the old Corner Bar lot and other Naber Business Park property.

• Approved amended purchase agreement for Lot 1, Block 1/Outlot A, Naber Business Park with an August closing date (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the consent agenda and April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and development plans. This includes approving street and utility improvements for Naber Business Park and a restorative seal project. The council will also discuss the WWTP Upgrade Project Phase 2 design update.

• Contract award for Naber Business Park Street & Utility Improvement Project (Phase 2)
• Contract award for Maltene Based Restorative Seal Project
• Final PUD Site Plan and Final Plat for Gonz Lake West
• Approval of Ordinance 2401 — Floodplain Management District
• Bids and contracts for North Uhl Lake Park

The St. Michael City Council approved the final site plan and plat for the Gonz Lake West subdivision, despite neighbor concerns about a missing written agreement. They also voted to pursue state funding for the Crow River stream bank stabilization project and approved contracts for park improvements and wastewater treatment design. Additionally, the council authorized a cost analysis for joining a statewide volunteer firefighter retirement plan.

• Approved Gonz Lake West Final PUD Site Plan (5-0)
• Approved Gonz Lake West Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved pursuit of MnDOT PROTECT funding for Crow River stabilization (4-0, Pedersen abstained)
• Approved North Uhl Lake Park contract ($675,557 total) (5-0)
• Approved WWTP Phase 2 Bid Package 3 final design scope (5-0)
• Approved fire relief payout increase to $6,500/year of service (5-0)
• Authorized cost analysis for statewide volunteer firefighter PERA plan (5-0)
• Approved landscape maintenance contracts for Highway 241 and County 19 (5-0)

Planning

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance 2401 to update the Floodplain Overlay District. This amendment is required to align with new FEMA maps and ensure residents remain eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program. The agenda also includes site plan reviews and zoning discussions.

• Public hearing for Floodplain Overlay District ordinance amendment (Ordinance 2401)
• Final PUD Plan & 1st Addition Final Plat for Gonz Lake West
• Modified Site Plan for 5410 Quam Ave NE
• Discussion of Subdivision & Zoning Ordinance Update

The Commission recommended that City Council approve the Gonz Lake West PUD site plan and final plat, as well as a modified site plan for a warehouse at 5410 Quam Ave. NE. It also recommended the adoption of a new Floodplain Overlay District Ordinance to maintain National Flood Insurance Program eligibility.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance No. 2401 amending the Floodplain Overlay District (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Gonz Lake West Final PUD Site Plan for 153 single-family lots, 96 single-family lots, and 132 townhome lots (All aye)
• Recommended approval of Gonz Lake West Final Plat for 77 single family lots and Outlots A-E (All aye)
• Recommended approval of modified site plan for ~6,000 sq ft warehouse at 5410 Quam Ave. NE (All aye)
• Approved consent agenda and April 3, 2024 minutes (All aye)

Economic Development Authority

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority is meeting to conduct administrative business, including appointing a recording secretary and swearing in Eric Johnson. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the PlacerID proposal and Naber Business Park.

• Appointment of Kristin Thomas as Recording Secretary
• Swearing-in of Eric Johnson
• PlacerID Proposal discussion
• Naber Business Park discussion
• Approval of February 28, 2024 minutes and claims

The Economic Development Authority appointed a recording secretary and approved a list of claims. The board decided to put a proposal for the PlacerID marketing platform on hold and agreed to develop marketing concepts for Naber Business Park.

• Appointed Kristin Thomas as Recording Secretary (All aye)
• Approved List of Claims for $1,359.35 (All aye)
• Approved Feb. 28, 2024 minutes with one correction (All aye)
• Placed PlacerID proposal on hold
• Agreed to work with Ehlers & Associates on Naber Business Park marketing

Council

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure items, including MacIver Avenue improvements and pavement rehabilitation. The agenda also includes an annual Sheriff’s Office report and a TIF inquiry for Plymouth Plumbing 2nd Addition.

• Change Order #2 and Pay Estimate #6 for MacIver Avenue Improvements Project
• 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project construction services contract
• Payment Request No. 5 for the 2023 WWTF Upgrades Project
• TIF inquiry regarding Plymouth Plumbing 2nd Addition
• Authorization of Engineering Tech position advertisement

The Council approved the 2024-2025 insurance renewal and appointed Laura Bistodeau to the Planning Commission. Members also authorized staff to evaluate TIF options for a proposed 55,000 square foot building at 12270 43rd Street NE.

• Approved 2024-2025 Insurance Renewal and Tort Liability Waiver (consensus)
• Appointed Laura Bistodeau to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $1,646,875.90 in claims and transactions (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to evaluate TIF options for Plymouth Plumbing 2nd Addition (consensus)
• Denied purchase of property at 113 Main Street S (consensus)
• Cancelled April 29th Joint Governance Meeting (consensus)
• Approved 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project Construction Services Contract (unanimous)
• Approved MacIver Avenue Improvements Project Change Order #2 and Pay Estimate #6 (unanimous)

Council

The City Council scheduled a public meeting for June 11, 2024, to discuss the city's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan. The Council also approved an off-sale liquor license application for Cub Wine & Spirits at 11811 Town Center Drive NE.

• Public storm water meeting scheduled for June 11, 2024
• Approval of off-sale liquor license for Cub Wine & Spirits at 11811 Town Center Drive NE

The City Council voted to change City Hall's hours of operation based on staff reviews of visitor demand. The council also approved a series of resolutions via consent agenda covering road projects, park bids, and hiring.

• Changed City Hall hours to Mon-Thu 7:30 am–4:30 pm and Fri 7:30 am–1:30 pm (All aye)
• Approved $423,488.51 in claims, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved Off Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Cub Wine and Spirits (All aye)
• Awarded 2024 Mill & Overlay, MSA Pavement Rehabilitation, and Flex Seal projects (All aye)
• Approved plans and bids for 2024 Maltene Based Restorative Seal and North Uhl Lake Park projects (All aye)
• Approved hiring of TCPark Concession/Park Lead and Attendants (All aye)
• Approved hiring Jesse Anderson to Paid-on-Call status for Fire Department (All aye)
• Approved IUP extension for St. Michael Cinema drive-in movies/outdoor events (All aye)

Planning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an Interim Use Permit extension for St. Michael Cinema to continue drive-in movies and concerts at 4300 O’Day Avenue NE, which affects local noise and traffic patterns. Staff recommends approval with conditions on event hours and safety measures. The commission will also discuss zoning interpretations for a residential garage project at 116 2nd Street SE and review updates on commercial and residential development projects across the city.

• Public hearing: St. Michael Cinema Interim Use Permit extension for outdoor events at 4300 O’Day Avenue NE
• Discussion: Zoning interpretation for a non-conforming garage structure at 116 2nd Street SE
• Discussion: Project updates on commercial, industrial, and residential developments

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of an Interim Use Permit extension for St. Michael Cinema to allow ongoing outdoor events at 4300 O’Day Avenue NE. The permit would remain active as long as the cinema is owned and operated by Cinemasota Inc., subject to conditions regarding noise, traffic, and operating hours. In a separate discussion, the Commission affirmed staff's interpretation that a non-conforming garage at 116 2nd Street SE requires a variance because the new structure increases non-conformity and encroaches on the rear yard setback.

• Recommended approval of IUP extension for St. Michael Cinema outdoor events (all aye)
• Affirmed staff interpretation that garage at 116 2nd Street SE requires a variance (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including March 6, 2024 minutes (all aye)

Council

The provided text contains only vendor design specifications for signage at Barthel Park and Anton Fields, along with playground court details. It does not include meeting times, specific council actions, or dollar amounts. The items relate to park improvements that may affect local recreation areas. Residents should consult the official city agenda for formal discussion items and voting schedules.

• Vendor sign designs for Barthel Park and Anton Fields
• Multi-sport court specifications from Playworld Systems
• References to a dock, overlook, and prairie restoration project

The St. Michael City Council approved the consent agenda, authorized new green park signs for 13 parks, and hired Kristin Thomas for the Communications & Planning/Engineering Coordinator position. The Council also adopted resolutions supporting continued Wright County Economic Development Partnership funding and retention of local land use authority, and approved claims totaling $516,157.94.

• Approved the agenda as amended
• Approved the Consent Agenda items a through f
• Approved purchasing new green signs for 13 identified parks
• Directed staff to get quotes for half and full court basketball and sand volleyball at North Uhl Lake Park
• Adopted Resolution 03-26-24-07 requesting continued funding for the Wright County Economic Development Partnership
• Approved hiring Kristin Thomas for the Communications & Planning/Engineering Coordinator position
• Adopted Resolution 03-26-24-08 supporting retention of city land use and zoning authority
• Approved checks #49198-49262, credit card and ACH transactions totaling $516,157.94

Council

The City Council will review several items, including a $90,055 workers compensation insurance renewal. The agenda also includes approvals for site plans at 4212 Naber Ave NE and 5735 Quam Avenue NE.

• Workers Compensation Insurance Renewal ($90,055)
• Site plan approval for Home City Ice at 4212 Naber Ave NE
• Site plan approval for 5735 Quam Avenue NE
• Final payment for the TH 241 Trail Project
• Hiring Sam Eicher to the St. Michael Fire Department

The St. Michael City Council approved an amended agenda, a 14-item consent agenda, and payment of $377,619.89 in checks and transactions, all by unanimous votes. Residents from Kady Avenue NE raised traffic safety and park parking concerns; the city administrator said the speed limit there is 30 mph and that information would be passed to the Wright County Sheriff's Office. The council also directed staff to check pricing for park amenities at Legacy Bay Farms and received a sheriff's report of 382 calls for service. No substantive items were denied or tabled.

• Approved amended agenda (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda items a-n, including minutes, insurance renewal, temporary liquor license, trail final payment, WWTF change order, site plans, hiring Sam Eicher, final plat, toilet contract, WWTF funds, fire truck purchase, and gravel hauling quote (all aye)
• Approved checks #49172-49197, credit card and ACH transactions totaling $377,619.89 (all aye)
• Directed staff to check pricing for zipline, half-court basketball, volleyball, and permanent cornhole bags at Legacy Bay Farms park
• Adjourned at 8:03 p.m. (all aye)

Planning

The commission will review the final plat for 69 single-family lots in the Anton Village Fourth Addition. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a site plan, conditional use permit, and variances for Home City Ice at 4212 Naber Ave NE. The agenda also includes a site plan review for 5735 Quam Ave NE.

• Final plat for 69 lots in Anton Village Fourth Addition
• Site plan, CUP, and variances for Home City Ice at 4212 Naber Ave NE
• Site plan review for 5735 Quam Ave NE

The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two setback variances for Home City Ice at 4212 Naber Avenue NE to allow for parking expansion and the placement of exterior mechanical equipment. The commission also approved the Final Plat for Anton Village 4th Addition.

• Approved Final Plat for Anton Village 4th Addition (unanimous)
• Approved 7-foot variance from the 10-foot parking setback at 4212 Naber Avenue NE (unanimous)
• Approved 10-foot variance from the 15-foot side yard setback for mechanical equipment at 4212 Naber Avenue NE (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority will conduct the swearing-in of Eric Johnson and hold elections for officers for the February 2024–January 2025 term. The meeting also includes updates on industrial activity and various projects.

• Swearing-in of Eric Johnson
• Election of Officers for February 2024–January 2025
• Industrial Activity Update
• Project Updates
• Approval of January 24, 2024 minutes

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority approved its 2024 officer appointments, including Nick Shultz as President and Marc Weigle as Assistant Treasurer, Executive Director, and Clerk. Members approved the consent agenda, which included the January 24, 2024 minutes and a claim of $16,832.50 (Check 9909). The EDA set a business breakfast for April 17 at 7:30 a.m. and directed staff to contact River Inn for catering. The next regular meeting, March 27, was cancelled by consensus because it falls during spring break and multiple members will be out of town.

• Approved 2024 officers: Shultz President, Seaquist Vice President, Vitzthum Treasurer, Weigle Assistant Treasurer/Executive Director/Clerk, Woitalla Secretary (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including January 24, 2024 minutes and Check 9909 for $16,832.50 (all aye)
• Set spring business breakfast for April 17 at 7:30 a.m.; staff to contact River Inn (all aye)
• Cancelled March 27 regular meeting by consensus due to spring break and member travel
• Approved the meeting agenda (all aye)
• Adjourned at 3:36 p.m. (all aye)

Council

The City Council is reviewing a resolution to approve Work Order #5 with Sambatek and HR Green. This work order covers construction services for the WWTP Facility Improvements Project through April 2024. The proposal has been recommended by the City Engineer and Public Works Director.

• $203,567 work order for WWTP Facility Improvements Project construction services

The City Council approved the allocation of $1,185,000 from surplus budget funds toward fire engines, capital equipment, park projects, and a future fire station. The Council also approved several road project bids and a property sale to Berning's Auto.

• Allocated $300k to Fund 404, $150k to Fund 405, $500k to Fund 410, and $235k to Fund 420 (All aye)
• Approved 2024 Mill & Overlay Project bids including Iris Lane SW and Walnut Park (All aye)
• Approved sale of 19 Edgewood Drive SE to Berning's Auto at $7.15/SF (All aye)
• Approved 120-day plat extension for Lincoln View Estates (All aye)
• Approved amended PUD agreement for Legacy Bay Farms pending attorney review (All aye)
• Approved final plat for Legacy Bay Farms 5th Addition (All aye)
• Approved $1,104,086.31 in claims and transactions (All aye)
• Adopted Resolution 02-26-24-09 recognizing Dick Bremer (All aye)

Council

The City Council will review a public hearing regarding easement vacations at Foxtail Meadows and consider a PUD amendment for the same area. The meeting also includes reports on fire chief hiring, budget recommendations, and 2024 goals.

• Public hearing: vacation of easements on certain lots of Foxtail Meadows
• Foxtail Meadows — PUD Amendment and 3 Addition Final Plat
• Approval of 2024 IT and Computer Plan Purchases
• Approval of Pay Estimate #3 for WWTF Upgrade Project
• Approval of Pay Estimate #5 for 2023 Recon Project

The Council appointed Captain Tim Fiedler as the next Fire Chief and approved a 2023 year-end budget report showing a $1.5 million surplus. Several land-use resolutions were passed, including a PUD amendment for Foxtail Meadows. The Council also authorized the purchase of mobile assessing software.

• Approved hiring Captain Tim Fiedler as Fire Chief effective July 12, 2024 (All aye)
• Approved 2023 year-end budget report and 4th Quarter Financial Report (All aye)
• Authorized $22,000 initial cost for Mobile Assessor software using 2023 excess funds (All aye)
• Approved PUD amendment and Final Plat for Foxtail Meadows 3rd Addition (All aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 02-13-24-15 vacating easements at Foxtail Meadows (All aye)
• Approved $1,512,677.78 in claims and transactions (All aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda items a-n, including IT purchases and vehicle replacements (All aye)
• Approved using 2023 budget excess for specific purchases including a new warning siren and city hall upgrades (All aye)

Planning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will address leadership appointments, public hearings for subdivisions and PUD amendments, and various concept plans. Recent business includes recommendations for a site plan at Naber Business Park and retail use at 23 Main Street N.

• Appointment of 2024-2025 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Final Plat - Naber Business Park
• Public Hearing: Minor Subdivision & Variance – 10502/10560 31st Place NE
• Public Hearing: Foxtail Meadows PUD Plan Amendment and 3rd Addition Final Plat
• Concept Plan discussion: 4212 Naber Ave NE – Home City Ice

The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a minor subdivision and variance for properties at 10502/10560 31st Place NE, allowing lot reconfiguration with reduced road frontage. The Commission also recommended approval to the City Council for an amended PUD site plan and final plat for Foxtail Meadows, which replaces attached townhomes with detached lots and adds snowmobile trail disclosures. Discussion items regarding Home City Ice and Due North Vacuums were noted but no formal decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including Dec 6 and Jan 3 minutes and Naber Business Park Final Plat
• Approved minor subdivision and variance for 10502/10560 31st Place NE lot reconfiguration
• Approved Findings of Fact for 31st Place NE variance requests
• Recommended approval to City Council for Foxtail Meadows Amended PUD Site Plan
• Recommended approval to City Council for Foxtail Meadows 3rd Addition Final Plat
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 p.m.

Council

The City Council will conduct a work session to review solar energy systems and discuss goals for 2024. The meeting also includes interviews for the Economic Development Authority (EDA) and Planning & Zoning (P&Z) commissions.

• Solar Energy Systems Review
• EDA/P&Z Interviews
• 2024 Goals discussion

The Council conducted interviews for open positions on the Planning Commission and Economic Development Authority. Members reached a consensus to allow a temporary concrete mixing plant for the County 35 Road Project.

• Approved amended agenda (All aye)
• Reached consensus to allow temporary concrete plant at Naber Avenue and State Highway 241
• Directed staff to research solar energy system ordinances and state statutes
• Recessed meeting at 7:39 p.m. for special appointments meeting (All aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:33 p.m. (All aye)

Council

The Economic Development Authority will meet at the Eye West Clinic to review downtown property matters and receive updates on various projects. The meeting also includes routine approval of previous minutes and a list of claims.

• Discussion regarding Downtown Property
• Review of project updates
• Approval of November 29, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of List of Claims

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority met on January 24, 2024, and approved its agenda and consent agenda, including minutes from November 29, 2023, and claims totaling $17,329.50. Members discussed a site survey of EDA-owned downtown property showing Domino's sewer and water lines bisect the former Corner Bar site, but reached consensus to leave the decision on how to handle the lines to a future buyer. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 2:52 p.m.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including November 29, 2023 minutes and claims of $17,329.50 (all aye)
• Consensus to leave downtown property sewer/water line decision to a future buyer
• Adjourned meeting at 2:52 p.m. (all aye)

Council

The St. Michael City Council has approved a resolution granting a one-day on-sale liquor license to the STMA Grad Party Association. The license is for a fundraising event scheduled for February 24, 2024, at the City Center Building.

• One-Day On-Sale Liquor License for STMA Grad Party Association
• Fundraising event at 11800 Town Center Drive NE

The City Council approved a contract renewal with Taft for 2024 state lobbying and authorized over $429,000 in claims. The Council also agreed to a temporary lease of city hall space for the Minnesota Association of Townships.

• Approved 2024 lobbying contract renewal with Taft (All aye)
• Approved $429,842.98 in checks, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved hiring Jacob Haws to Paid-on-Call status for Fire Department (All aye)
• Approved one-day on-sale liquor license for STMA Grad Party Association (All aye)
• Approved 2024 Absentee Ballot Board authorization (All aye)
• Approved acceptance of 2023 general and fire donations (All aye)
• Set Joint Governance Meeting for April 29 at Albertville City Hall (All aye)
• Agreed to rent city hall space to MN Association of Townships Feb 13 to May 10

Council

The City Council met to approve the 2024 property tax levy, which includes an 8.49% increase of $693,446. The Council also moved forward with a design proposal for North Uhl Lake Park and reviewed various administrative resolutions.

• Approved 2024 property tax levy with an 8.49% increase ($693,446)
• Approved moving forward with design for North Uhl Lake Park
• Approved 2024 budget and Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)
• Approved parking restrictions on 1st Street SW
• Approved engineering services contract for 2024 State Aid Overlay Project

The City Council approved a series of resolutions via a consent agenda, including license renewals and engineering contracts. The council also set 2024 representative appointments and authorized the recruitment of a new Communications Specialist & Planning/Engineering Coordinator.

• Approved claims totaling $639,817.76 (All aye)
• Approved 2024 Mixed Solid Waste and Recycling Hauler License Renewals (All aye)
• Approved parking restrictions on 1st Street SW (All aye)
• Approved engineering services contract for 2024 State Aid Overlay Project (All aye)
• Approved massage therapist license for Hongli Yang at 921 Central Ave E (All aye)
• Confirmed 2024 Council Representative appointments (All aye)
• Accepted resignation of Katie Langland and authorized advertising for the position (All aye)
• Scheduled work session and special meeting for January 31st (All aye)