Thief River Falls public meetings in 2022
20 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will hold a public hearing on residential tax abatement and consider approving the 2023 budget and tax levy. The consent agenda includes routine items like bill approvals, license permits, and write-offs. New business covers tax abatements, the 2023 budget, tax levy, public improvements, and several other administrative actions.
- Public hearing on residential tax abatement
- Approval of 2023 budget and 2023 tax levy
- 2023 Public Improvements Feasibility Report
- Approval of 2023 Scrap Metal Bids
- State Avenue North proposed vacation resolution
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and several notable items. They will consider a Truth in Taxation hearing for the 2023 tax levy, approve 2023 union and non-union memorandums of understanding based on a market study, and review a request for proposals for tow company services. The consent agenda includes license renewals, chemical bids, and new hires.
- Truth in Taxation hearing for 2023 levy
- 2023 MOUs for Teamster #320, Fire, LELS, MAPS, non-union, City Administrator, HR Coordinator
- RFP for tow company services
- Volunteer Fire Relief Association pension increase and bylaw amendment
- Designate Ralph Engelstad Arena as polling place for 2023 elections
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will consider final approval of an ordinance adding sections to City Code Chapter 94 to permit keeping chickens, with penalty provisions. The council will also review election results, approve routine consent agenda items, and hear reports from boards and commissions.
- Second reading and approval of ordinance amending Chapter 94 (Animals) to add Sections 94.17–94.30 on chickens
- Presentation of 2022 City Election Results
- Approval of bills and disbursements and council per diems
- Approval of uncollectible utility account write-offs
- Rescinding Resolution No. 7-165-22 for General Manager job description and posting
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will consider adopting the 2022 assessment roll for street and utility improvements, and discuss an economic development tax increment financing proposal from MAK Properties, LLC. They will also hold a second reading and consider an amendment to the flood plain district code, and appoint an interim fire chief. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, bills, and a temporary liquor license.
- Adopt assessment roll for 2022 street and utilities improvements
- MAK Properties, LLC – Economic Development Tax Increment Financing
- Amendment to City Code Chapter 152.020 Flood Plain District (second reading)
- Appointment of Rick Beier as Interim Fire Chief
- Rivers & Rails Brewery temporary 3.2% malt liquor license
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council meets at 5:30 PM on October 18, 2022, in Council Chambers at City Hall. The agenda includes a public hearing on a nuisance declaration for 420 Davis Avenue, a presentation on the Visit TRF 2023 budget, and new business items such as a first reading on a flood plain district code amendment, a TIF 1-14 discussion with MAK Construction, a street right-of-way vacation, approval of the Visit Thief River Falls 2023 budget, downtown snow load removal rates for 2022-2023, and a fire discussion. The consent agenda covers routine items like council proceedings, bills and disbursements, a water treatment plant operator progression raise, a patrol officer position process, a secretary/data analyst job description, appointment of Michael Roff as Deputy Chief of Police, utility connection permit replacement costs, and a St Bernard Church gambling premises permit. The meeting closes with a closed session on pending litigation regarding the 20-inch Wastewater Force Main Project, then reconvenes for an assessment hearing at 7:00 PM on the 2022 Street & Utilities Improvement Assessments.
- Public hearing: nuisance declaration for 420 Davis Avenue
- Visit TRF 2023 budget presentation and approval request
- First reading: City Code Chapter 152.020 Flood Plain District amendment
- TIF 1-14 discussion with MAK Construction
- Vacation of street right-of-way
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on tax-increment financing for the Gracewin Senior Housing Cooperative. The meeting also includes discussions on a street vacation for State Avenue North and potential changes to the camping ordinance. Two closed sessions will address employee discipline and labor negotiation strategy.
- Gracewin Senior Housing Cooperative – Housing District Tax Increment Financing
- State Avenue North Street Vacation
- Call for Second Reading Camping Ordinance
- Approval to Amend Camping Ordinance - City Code Chapter 130
- Towards Zero Death (TZD) Proposal for 2022/2023
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will consider adopting the preliminary 2023 budget and proposed tax levy, along with approving street improvement projects and related assessments. The agenda also includes a first reading of a camping ordinance and a lease for a front-end loader. The meeting will close with a discussion on labor negotiations.
- Adopt preliminary 2023 budget and proposed 2023 tax levy
- Approve 2021 Street and Utilities Improvement Estimate #3
- Approve 2022 Street Improvements Project
- First reading of camping ordinance
- Approve Front End Loader Lease (644 John Deere)
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will consider a comprehensive plan amendment, approve replacement of the Carnegie Library's beveled roof, and call for a public hearing on vacating State Avenue North. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a closed session for wage study and labor negotiation strategy.
- Approve Comprehensive Plan Amendment (page 75-77)
- Replacement of beveled roof portion of the Carnegie Library (page 78)
- Call for public hearing on vacation of State Avenue North adjacent to Lots 5-10, Block 1, Wonderland Addition
- Approval of August 16, 2022 Council Proceedings
- ACH Origination Agreement with Northern State Bank
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading on amending the city code to allow chickens, with a vote possible at a later meeting. The council will also consider several routine items on the consent agenda, including appointments and permits, and discuss new business items such as a conditional use permit and tax increment financing for senior housing.
- Public hearing and first reading to amend City Code Chapter 94 to allow chickens
- Approve appointment of Mark Bieganek as Co-Fire Chief
- Approve American Legion Post 117 gambling premises permit at Mulligans
- F4 LLC conditional use permit request
- Gracewin Senior Housing Cooperative housing district tax increment financing
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the previous meeting's minutes, paying bills, and hiring a new patrol officer. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of July 19, 2022 Council Proceedings
- Approval of City bills and disbursements
- Employment of Tyler Ellefson as Patrol Officer
- Opening position of Billing Clerk II for filling
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will consider issuing general obligation bonds, approve a conditional use permit for a car wash, and call a public hearing on allowing chickens in the city. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as payments, licenses, and appointments.
- Resolution authorizing $ General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022a
- Conditional Use Permit for Dayna and Kraig Melvie Car Wash
- Public hearing Aug 16 on amending City Code 94.04 to allow chickens
- Payment estimate #1 of $1,758,603.38 to Agassiz Asphalt for 2022 Street Improvements
- Payment estimate #2 of $393,763.20 to Davidson Construction for 2021 Street and Utilities
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will meet to approve routine items like June bills and fireworks permits, and discuss new business including an indoor gun range conditional use permit and a water meter replacement project. No official action is scheduled for public forum or added agenda items.
- Amendment to City Code to add indoor gun range conditional use permit
- Approval of Water Meter Replacement Project
- Approval of June 21, 2022 Council Proceedings
- Approval of Fireworks Display Permit for Hairball Productions
- Approval to employ Jonathan Erickson as Patrol Officer
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several key items, including the issuance of $2,820,000 in general obligation bonds, the FERC relicensing of the municipal power dam hydroelectric project, and a proposed indoor gun range conditional use permit. Routine approvals include bills, disbursements, and staff appointments, while public hearings and discussions cover tax increment financing and water rate adjustments.
- $2,820,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022a issuance and sale
- FERC Relicensing of the Municipal Power Dam Hydroelectric Project
- First reading of amendment to add Indoor Gun Range Conditional Use Permit to City Code
- Approval of Conditional Use Permit for illuminated sign at Zion Lutheran Church, 505 Main Avenue North
- Resolution for public hearing on Tax Increment Financing District No. 1-15 and Development District No. 1 modifications
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will hold its regular meeting to approve routine bills, contracts, and permits. The agenda includes first readings of amendments to city code regarding sidewalk signs and sidewalk use permits, as well as approval of a $25 annual fee for sidewalk use permits on municipal roadways.
- First reading of amendments to City Code Chapter 152.087 (Excluded Signs) and 152.091 (Prohibited Signs)
- First reading of amendment to City Code Chapter 92.300 (Sidewalk Use Permit on Municipal Roadways)
- Approval of $25 annual fee for Sidewalk Use Permit on Municipal Roadways
- Approval of 2022 Street Improvement Project low bid
- Approval of multiple temporary intoxicating liquor licenses for VFW Post 2793 and American Legion Post 117
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing new business including a resolution on public safety education, an update on the water intake project, 2022 street and utility improvements, and a loan approval for a local hotel. The agenda also includes a public hearing on an economic development TIF that has been rescheduled to April 19.
- Resolution supporting statewide policies for public safety mental and physical injury education, prevention, and treatment
- Water Intake Project update
- 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements
- Approval of Commercial Energy Improvement Loan for Ganesh Hospitality dba Quality Inn
- Public hearing on Economic Development TIF for No. 1 - 14 rescheduled to April 19
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will hold its regular meeting, addressing a mix of routine consent agenda items and new business. Key actions include first reading and approval of an ordinance amending ward boundaries, plus approval of a police vehicle purchase and a new city server. The meeting also includes presentations on Enbridge and Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month.
- First reading and approval of ordinance amending Chapter 11 (Ward Boundaries)
- Approval of Ford Explorer police vehicle purchase for 2022
- Approval of new city server
- Approval of animal control service agreement with Pennington County Humane Society
- Approval of progression raises for four city employees
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will consider an economic development tax increment financing (TIF) request from MAK Properties, LLC, and discuss a water meter replacement program. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, committee reports, and a closed session to discuss real property purchase.
- MAK Properties, LLC – Economic Development Tax Increment Financing (TIF) request
- Water Meter Replacement discussion
- Approval of February 15, 2022 Council Proceedings
- Approval of City bills, disbursements, and Council per diems
- Closed meeting to discuss purchase of real property (MN Statute §13D.05)
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council will hold public hearings and consider approving the Small Cities Development Grant, the 2022 Street and Utilities Improvements Project, and a redevelopment tax increment financing (TIF) request from MAK Properties, LLC. They will also vote on equipment purchases and rentals, including a Ditch Witch vacuum excavator for $45,795 and a motor grader rental. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, bills, and personnel appointments.
- Public hearing and approval of Small Cities Development Grant
- Feasibility report and order for 2022 Street & Utilities Improvements Project
- MAK Properties, LLC – call for public hearing on redevelopment TIF
- Accept quote from Ditch Witch for 2020 Hx30 Vac. Excavator at $45,795
- Approval of motor grader rental
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council is meeting to consider several routine and new business items. Key actions include adopting a fire code amendment on balcony fires/barbeques, purchasing CivicOptimize software, and approving fuel supply and oil bids. The council will also consider a 5-year financial management plan from Northland Securities and handle consent agenda items like bills and a parade permit.
- Second reading and approval of Ordinance No. 114 adopting State Fire Code Appendix O on balcony fires/barbeques
- Approve purchase of CivicOptimize software (pages 148-165)
- Approve fuel supply and oil bids (pages 166-167)
- Approve 5-Year Financial Management Plan from Northland Securities (pages 29-143)
- Consent agenda: Jan 18 proceedings, bills/disbursements, liquor license correction, Pennington County Fair parade permit
City Council
The Thief River Falls City Council is meeting to handle routine administrative business, including approving the consent agenda, designating the official newspaper and depositories, and making appointments to boards and committees. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Designate Times Newspaper as official newspaper
- Approve official depositories for city funds
- Approve Northern State Bank collateral in excess of FDIC insurance for 2022
- Reappoint Widseth Smith Nolting as city engineering firm and Rich Clauson as engineer of record
- Reaffirm decision not to waive municipal tort liability monetary limit