Victoria public meetings in 2022
80 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Senior Advisory Committee
The Victoria Senior Advisory Committee will review the 2023 Senior Resource Guide, the 2023 meeting calendar, and the 2023 work plan. The committee will also approve the minutes from the October 3, 2022 meeting. This is a routine administrative and planning meeting with no major policy decisions.
- Review and approve 2023 Senior Resource Guide
- Review 2023 Senior Advisory Committee meeting calendar
- Discuss 2023 Senior Advisory Committee work plan
- Approve minutes of October 3, 2022 meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council will hold public hearings on the 2023 street and drainage improvements, the Truth in Taxation for the 2023 budget and levy, and the 2023 fee schedule. The council will vote on resolutions adopting the final tax levy, budgets for the general fund, recreation center, water, sewer, and stormwater funds, and the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. Consent agenda items include approving contracts, an interfund loan for a future fire station land purchase, and an access easement purchase.
- Public hearing and resolution ordering 2023 Street and Drainage Improvements
- Truth in Taxation hearing for 2023 budget and levy
- Adopt 2023 final tax levy, budgets, and 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- Adopt Ordinance 457 MC revising 2023 fee schedule
- Approve purchase of access easement at 1416 Stieger Lake Lane for $15,430.86
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the proposed 2023 budgets for the Water, Sewer, Stormwater, and Victoria Recreation Center funds, as well as the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. They will also discuss the proposed final 2023 budget and tax levy, which is currently set at $7,390,428, an 11.6% increase over 2022. Staff will seek direction on preparing the final budget and levy for approval at the December 12 meeting.
- Proposed 2023 tax levy of $7,390,428, an 11.6% increase over 2022
- Water fund budget proposes $2,360,700 in capital outlay, including $800,000 in bond proceeds
- Sewer fund budget includes $500,000 for CR 18 Trunk Sewer Replacement and $468,000 for Stieger Lake Ln West
- Recreation Center budget includes $125,000 for locker room renovation
- 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan to be reviewed
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine 2023 contracts and purchases, including police services, janitorial services, and public works vehicles. The meeting also includes adopting a resolution to certify delinquent utility bills and approving a minor subdivision for a future fire station.
- Approve 2023 contract with Carver County Sheriff's Office for policing services
- Award janitorial services contract to ABC Cleaning LLC effective January 1, 2023
- Authorize purchase of three Ford F-350 trucks ($149,872.48), outfitting ($49,600.98), and one F-550 cab/chassis ($65,583.16)
- Adopt resolution approving minor subdivision at 8101 Kochia Lane for future fire station
- Adopt resolution certifying delinquent utility bills to 2023 property tax
Parks & Recreation Committee
The Parks & Recreation Committee will vote on recommending the Lakeside Estates Park Phase II project proceed as designed, based on a neighborhood survey with low response. They will also review the 2022 work plan status and gather input for 2023, plus hear routine reports on memberships and news.
- Motion to recommend Lakeside Estates Park Phase II proceed as designed (CIP $350,000)
- Neighborhood survey results: 11 responses, interest in tennis courts, pump track, pickleball
- 2022 Parks and Recreation Work Plan update and planning for 2023
- October memberships, check-ins, and program report
- Approve minutes from October 17, 2022 meeting
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on recommending approval of a minor subdivision at 8101 Kochia Lane, splitting the Holy Family Catholic High School property to create a 6-acre city parcel for a future fire station. The commission will also give advisory feedback on a sketch plat for the Kelzer Property (Summergate) residential subdivision. The meeting includes routine adoption of the agenda and approval of prior minutes.
- Public hearing on minor subdivision at 8101 Kochia Lane to create two lots; city parcel for future fire station
- Purchase closing scheduled for Nov. 30, 2022; construction planned to start 2025
- Sketch plat review of Kelzer Property (Summergate) residential subdivision (advisory only)
- Approval of minutes from Oct. 18, 2022 meeting
Special Meeting - Canvassing of 2022 Election Results
The Victoria City Council is holding a special meeting to canvass the November 8, 2022 municipal election results and adopt a resolution certifying the outcome for two open council member seats. The resolution declares Greg Evansky and Andy Reiff as the elected council members, each to serve a four-year term starting January 2023. This is a procedural certification step required by state statute.
- Adopt Resolution Certifying the City of Victoria November 8, 2022 Election Results
- Council member vote totals: Andy Reiff 2,883, Greg Evansky 2,408, Alvin Hebert 1,961, write-ins 42
- Declares Greg Evansky and Andy Reiff as Council Members Elect for four-year terms beginning January 2023
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Nov. 14, 2022, to adopt its 2023 legislative priorities and act on a consent agenda of routine items. Consent items include approving Oct. 24 minutes, reappointing Ann Hoelscher to the Lake Minnetonka Conservation District board, supporting a Highway 5 project, and approving a $206,976.50 pay request for the South Area Lift Station. The agenda also includes open forum and staff/council reports.
- Adopt 2023 Legislative Priorities (Agenda Report #22-301)
- Approve Pay Request No. 4 of $206,976.50 to Geislinger & Sons, Inc. for the South Area Lift Station
- Reappoint Ann Hoelscher to a three-year term on the LMCD Board of Directors beginning January 2023
- Adopt a resolution supporting the Highway 5 Arboretum Area Project 2022 Minnesota Corridors of Commerce request
- Approve the November 14, 2022 claims roster
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council is meeting to decide on several items, including final plat approval for the Downtown West First Addition, a Tax Increment Financing assistance agreement, and a stormwater management agreement. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, claims, licenses, and various contracts and reports.
- Final plat approval for Downtown West First Addition (Marco McLane Development, LLC)
- Tax Increment Financing Assistance Agreement for District No. 1-8
- Regional Stormwater Management Agreement with MCWD for Downtown West
- Approve $34,605 design services for Lakeside Estates Park Phase II
- Approve $170,670.13 pay request for pickleball court construction
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from the front-yard setback requirement in the R-2 district for the property at 9085 Meadows Drive. The commission will also approve minutes from three prior meetings. The agenda is otherwise routine.
- Public hearing and vote on variance from front-yard setback requirement for 9085 Meadows Drive
- Approval of minutes from August 16, September 6, and September 20, 2022 meetings
Parks & Recreation Committee
The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider recommending WSB and Associates for design, bidding, and construction management services for Lakeside Estates Park Phase II, at a cost of $34,605. The project is funded with $350,000 in the 2023 Capital Improvement Plan. The committee will also review September 2022 membership, check-in, and recreation program reports, along with news articles related to parks and recreation.
- Recommend WSB and Associates for design services for Lakeside Estates Park Phase II at $34,605
- Four proposals received; WSB lowest at $34,605, Bolten and Menk $35,200, HKGI $44,700, HTPO $48,300
- Lakeside Estates Park Phase II includes parking lot, small ballfield, and trail connections
- September 2022 memberships, check-in reports, and recreation program reports
- News articles related to parks and recreation
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items such as accepting donations, appointing election judges, approving claims, authorizing a comprehensive plan amendment submittal, and purchasing a fire department vehicle. The main discussion items are a sketch plat and concept plan review for the Amira Senior Apartment Development by United Properties, and a quarterly strategic plan update.
- Authorize purchase of a 2023 Ford Utility Interceptor Hybrid from Tenvoorde Ford for $49,685.88
- Approve resolution accepting third quarter donations, including an $8,642.25 grant from Carver County/MN SHIP for water bottle filling stations
- Appoint election judges for the 2022 General Election
- Approve October 10, 2022 claims roster
- Discuss sketch plat and concept plan for Amira Senior Apartment Development
Senior Advisory Committee
The Senior Advisory Committee will review past and current walkability projects to decide whether to recommend a walkability program for the 2023 workplan. The agenda also includes approval of the September 12, 2022 minutes and an update on recreation programming terminology.
- Discussion of potential walkability programs (Agenda Report #22-270)
- Review of current trail system and trail gaps
- Review of 2007 Walkable Communities Workshop and 2019 Carver County Trail Wayfinding Pilot Project
- Review of ADA Downtown Sidewalk Plan and 2014 Park and Trail Bench Program
- Approve minutes of September 12, 2022 meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council will consider approving the final plat for the Brookmore First Addition and rezoning the property from agricultural to planned unit development. The meeting also includes consent items such as approving minutes, a temporary liquor license for the Victoria Lions Club, accepting the August sheriff's report, and approving the claims roster. Proclamations will recognize Fire Prevention Week and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
- Final plat and rezoning for Brookmore (U.S. Home, LLC) from AG to PUD
- Temporary liquor license for Victoria Lions Club at Lions Pavilion (1601 82nd Street) on October 14, 2022
- Accept August 2022 Carver County Sheriff's Office monthly report
- Approve September 26, 2022 claims roster
- Proclamations for Fire Prevention Week (Oct 9-15) and Domestic Violence Awareness Month
City Council Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop discussion on the Downtown Parking Analysis, with consultant HKGI presenting updated 2022 parking utilization counts and possible strategies. This is a discussion item only; staff will seek direction on whether additional information is desired and next steps.
- Discussion of Downtown Parking Analysis update (Agenda Report #22-263)
- HKGI to present updated on-street and off-street parking utilization rates
- Possible strategies for district-wide parking approach and economic development
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission will discuss a sketch plat and concept plan for a proposed 147-unit senior (55+) apartment building and two single-family lots at 2285 Arboretum Boulevard. No formal action will be taken; the review is to provide feedback to the applicant. The commission will also hold a public hearing on a Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the Future Land Use Map for property at 1940 Stieger Lake Lane, with staff recommending approval.
- Sketch plat for 147-unit senior apartment building and two single-family lots at 2285 Arboretum Boulevard
- Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1940 Stieger Lake Lane
- Proposed 4-story building, 249 parking stalls, and 1.5-acre parkland dedication ($157,500 fee)
- MnDOT does not support direct access to Highway 5; access via Sky Drive proposed
- Neighborhood meeting drew 25-30 residents with concerns about traffic and support for senior housing
Parks & Recreation Committee
The Parks & Recreation Committee will hear a presentation on financing public capital projects, receive an update on the 2023 General Fund budget and Capital Improvement Plan (no action required), and review a concept plan for the Amira Apartments at 2285 Arboretum Boulevard. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a recreation center update.
- Concept Plan Review for United Properties - Amira Apartments at 2285 Arboretum Boulevard
- Financing Public Capital Projects and Improvements Presentation by Assistant City Manager/Finance Director Trish Pollock
- 2023 General Fund Budgets and Capital Improvement Plan Update (no action required)
- Recreation Center Check-Ins and Memberships and Parks and Recreation Update - August 2022
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council will set the preliminary 2023 tax levy and general fund budget, hold a public hearing on a business subsidy policy, and consider zoning changes for off-street parking. It will also vote on a consent agenda that includes a security camera policy, a grant application, and a purchase agreement for the Downtown West property.
- Preliminary 2023 tax levy and general fund budget
- Public hearing on Victoria Business Subsidy Policy
- Zoning code amendment for off-street parking and loading
- Purchase and Sale Agreement for Downtown West with Marco McLane Development LLC
- Accept $45,112 UASI grant for four wireless multi gas monitors
Senior Advisory Committee
The Senior Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Minnesota Trellis Connects and review results of a senior recreational programming survey. The survey, which had 52 respondents, asked about current participation and desired programs. Staff recommend the committee suggest ways to better reach older residents and consider age-inclusive branding for programs.
- Presentation by Minnesota Trellis Connects Representatives Xiong Lee and Amanda Nickerson
- Review of Senior Recreational Programming survey results (52 respondents)
- Survey found 83% participated in programs or visited parks; 21% unaware of offerings
- Respondents suggested art programs, social/card game clubs, technology trainings
- Discussion on age-inclusive program names (e.g., 'Older adults', 'Experienced Adults')
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending amendments to Victoria Zoning Code Section 20 (Off-Street Parking and Loading) to create a Downtown West subzone with an alternate parking requirement for residential uses. This follows the City Council's approval of the Downtown West Phase 1 development, which requires the code change to conform to parking requirements. The commission previously tabled this item and received public comments requesting a parking study.
- Public hearing on amendments to Zoning Code Section 20, creating a Downtown West subzone with a proposed 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit requirement
- Downtown West Phase 1: 145-unit apartment building with 191 bedrooms, 178 structured parking spaces, and 98 public spaces proposed
- City Council approved Downtown West Phase 1 preliminary plat and conditional use permit on July 25, 2022, subject to conditions
- Approval of July 19, 2022 Planning Commission minutes
- Adoption of final agenda
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council will consider authorizing the purchase of six acres from Holy Family Catholic High School for a future fire station, and approving professional services for Downtown West Phase 1 infrastructure improvements. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, reports, claims, a website contract, and a feasibility study for the 2023 street project.
- Authorize purchase agreement with Holy Family Catholic High School for six acres for a future fire station
- Authorize Kimley-Horn professional services for Downtown West Phase 1 Public Infrastructure Improvements
- Approve contract with Revize as city website service provider
- Authorize feasibility study for 2023 Street Improvement Project
- Approve resolution to submit Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Metropolitan Council
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the 2023 Preliminary General Fund Budget and will direct staff on preparing the city's maximum tax levy for that year. The meeting is open to the public, with options to attend in person or watch online.
- Discuss 2023 Preliminary General Fund Budget
- Action: Direct staff on preparation of 2023 maximum tax levy
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending approval of a 2040 Comprehensive Plan amendment to the future land use map for the Marsh Hollow and Huntersbrook subdivisions, adjusting medium-density housing boundaries to match approved development. The amendment would increase medium-density guided land by 4.8 acres, with smaller changes to low-density, institutional, and open space designations. The Commission will also discuss, but not vote on, a possible ordinance amendment to downtown west subzone parking requirements.
- Public hearing on 2040 Comprehensive Plan amendment for Marsh Hollow and Huntersbrook subdivisions, adding 4.8 net acres of medium-density residential guidance
- Downtown West Subzone scheduled parking requirement ordinance amendment — discussion only, no action
- Staff recommends approval of the Comprehensive Plan amendment as presented
- Notice published in the Chanhassen Villager on Aug. 4, 2022; no public comments received
- City of Chaska notified and responded with no comments
Parks & Recreation Committee
The Parks & Recreation Committee meets Aug. 15, 2022 to review planning for Lakeside Estates Park Phase II, a 3.37-acre park with a $350,000 construction budget planned for 2023, and to review the Parks and Trails Capital Improvement Plans and 2023 proposed budgets. The committee will also receive membership reports and news articles. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 18 and June 20, 2022 meetings.
- Lakeside Estates Park Phase II: 3.37-acre park on Isabelle Drive in the Meadows of Wassermann Lake Development; $350,000 in the Capital Improvement Plan for a parking lot and ball field, with construction planned for 2023
- Draft Request for Proposals scheduled to go out September 19, 2022, due back October 7, 2022; committee to recommend a firm October 17, 2022, with City Council approval sought October 24, 2022
- Review of Parks and Trails Capital Improvement Plans and 2023 proposed budgets (Agenda Report #22-227)
- June and July membership reports for the Victoria Recreation Center (Agenda Report #22-228)
- Approval of minutes from the July 18, 2022 park tour meeting and the June 20, 2022 regular meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, August 8, 2022, to consider routine consent items and two regular agenda items. The consent agenda includes appointing additional election judges for the August 9 primary, raising no-fault sewer backup and water main break coverage from $10,000 to $25,000, and approving the August 8 claims roster. The regular agenda includes a payment of approximately $27,000 to Holy Family Catholic High School for tennis court repairs, split between the General Fund and Park Fund.
- Resolution to appoint additional election judges Ann Kurowski, Sara Bornes, and Nathan Huffer for the August 9, 2022 primary election
- Resolution to increase no-fault sewer backup and water main break coverage from $10,000 to $25,000, adding $785 to the annual insurance premium
- August 8, 2022 claims roster totaling $228,670.91, including $28,250.00 to Ferguson Waterworks for 100 water meters and $94,752.10 to Meyer Contracting for Highway 11 improvements
- Payment of approximately $27,000 to Holy Family Catholic High School for community tennis court repairs, funded equally by the General Fund and Park Fund
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council is holding a workshop meeting on the 2023 preliminary budget. The discussion covers proposed 2023 fees and charges, plus department heads' reports on budget pressures, cost savings opportunities and operational efficiencies. The agenda report states this is a discussion item only, with no budget action taken. Staff recommend the Council give direction on any changes to fees and charges so staff can prepare the maximum tax levy accordingly.
- 2023 proposed fees and charges discussed (no specific amounts listed in the agenda)
- Department budget overviews from Administration, Communications, Community Development/Planning/Building/Code Enforcement, Engineering, Finance/Human Resources, Fire, Parks & Recreation, and Public Works
- Staff recommendation: Council direct staff on fee and charge changes to prepare the maximum tax levy
- Agenda report #22-223, presented by Assistant City Manager - Finance Trisha Pollock
- Listed as a discussion item only, with no budget impact stated
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets July 25, 2022 to close a public hearing on amendments to Zoning Code Section 20 (Off-Street Parking and Loading) and to consider preliminary plat, conditional use permit, and site plan applications for the Anderson Companies Downtown West multi-family development. Staff recommends tabling the parking ordinance amendment for further review, and recommending City Council approval of the Downtown West Phase 1 applications subject to conditions. The parking amendment would change the multiple-family requirement from 2 spaces per dwelling unit to 1.5 spaces per unit plus 0.5 spaces for units with 3 or more bedrooms, and allow shared parking by conditional use permit.
- Public hearing on amendments to Victoria Zoning Code Section 20 - Off-Street Parking and Loading; staff recommends tabling the amendment for further review
- Proposed parking change: 1.5 spaces per multiple-family dwelling unit plus 0.5 spaces for each unit with 3 or more bedrooms, replacing the current 2-space requirement
- Proposed revision to allow shared parking by City Council approval of a conditional use permit
- Anderson Companies Downtown West Phase 1 multi-family development at Parcel Nos. 650144500 and 650141100; staff recommends approval of preliminary plat, conditional use permit, and site plan subject to conditions
- Public hearing comment period opened July 19, 2022 and closes at the July 25, 2022 meeting; notice published in the July 14, 2022 Chanhassen Villager
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council held a workshop meeting on July 25, 2022. The only agenda item was a discussion of tax increment financing (TIF), including an overview presented by the city's financial advisor, Tammy Omdal of Northland Public Finance. The council also considered making a TIF finding on creating TIF District #1-8 for the Downtown West project proposed by Anderson Companies. This was a discussion item only; no action was taken.
- Discussion of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) overview and proposed TIF District #1-8 financials
- Financial advisor Tammy Omdal of Northland Public Finance presented the TIF overview
- Council considered a TIF finding for TIF District #1-8 tied to the Downtown West project proposed by Anderson Companies
- Staff recommendation: discussion item only, no action needed
- No dollar amounts, contract values, or fee changes were stated in the agenda
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, July 25, 2022 at 6:30 PM to consider a preliminary plat, conditional use permits, and site plan approval for Anderson Companies' Downtown West Phase 1 multi-family development, and to hold a public hearing on establishing Tax Increment Financing District No. 1-8. The consent agenda includes routine items such as meeting minutes, the July 25 claims roster, two temporary liquor licenses, and a front-yard setback variance at 2400 Heron Lane. A Quarter 2, 2022 Strategic Plan update is listed for discussion only.
- Public hearing and vote on establishing TIF District No. 1-8, adopting the TIF Plan, and approving an interfund loan
- Consideration of preliminary plat, conditional use permits, and site plan approval for Anderson Companies' Downtown West Phase 1 multi-family development at Parcel Nos. 650144500 and 650141100
- Claims roster for July 25, 2022, including a grand total of $861,352.72
- Temporary liquor license for Nordic Heritage Club of Carver County for Nordic Fest at the Lions Pavilion on Sept. 10, 2022
- Temporary liquor license for Victoria Business Association dba Volksfest on Saturday, September 10, 2022, with a request to waive the licensing fee
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets July 19, 2022, to hold public hearings on two items: amendments to the city's off-street parking code and a proposed multi-family development. The parking amendment would change the residential requirement from 2 spaces per unit to 1.5 spaces per unit, plus 0.5 spaces for units with 3 or more bedrooms. The Downtown West proposal from Anderson Companies seeks a preliminary plat, conditional use permit, and site plan approval for a multi-family project on two parcels. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council, which has final approval authority.
- Public hearing on amending Zoning Code Section 20 to require 1.5 parking spaces per dwelling unit, plus 0.5 spaces for units with 3+ bedrooms
- Public hearing on Anderson Companies' Downtown West Phase 1 preliminary plat, conditional use permit, and site plan for parcels 650144500 and 650141100
- Parking code change would also allow shared parking via a conditional use permit approved by the City Council
- Public hearing comment period remains open until July 25, 2022, with a special meeting scheduled that day at 5:00 PM to close it
- Commission will also approve minutes from its June 21, 2022, meeting
Parks & Recreation Committee
The City of Victoria Parks & Recreation Committee meets Monday, July 18, 2022 at 6:30 PM for a park tour rather than a regular business session. The agenda lists only call to order, roll call, the park tour (Agenda Report #22-209), and adjournment. According to the staff report by Parks and Recreation Director Ann Mahnke, the tour visits parks with recent improvements and parks scheduled for future improvements. No votes, contracts, or fee changes appear on the agenda.
- Park tour of Lions Park, Deer Run Park, Maddison Park and Trails, Kelzer Pond Trail to the Lakebridge neighborhood, and Swiss Mountain Park
- Lions Park: new tennis court and new basketball court; Shelter #2 improvements planned for 2025; skate park relocation planned for 2023
- Deer Run Park: playground equipment planned for 2023
- Swiss Mountain Park: new playground equipment
- Agenda Report #22-209 prepared by Parks and Recreation Director Ann Mahnke
CANCELLED -City Council Workshop
The City Council workshop scheduled for July 11, 2022 in Victoria, MN was cancelled. The supplied agenda text contains no substantive items, only portal navigation and login boilerplate. No decisions, discussions, or votes are recorded in this document.
Senior Advisory Committee
The Victoria Senior Advisory Committee meets Monday, July 11, 2022 at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers. The main item is an introduction to walkability programs and walk audits, presented by city staff, with Carver County Public Health Specialist Patrick Stieg discussing possible partnership using Minnesota Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) funds. The item is for discussion only; the committee's 2022 workplan raised the idea of starting a walkability audit in 2023 if the committee deems it. The committee will also vote on approving its June 20, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Discussion (no action) on walkability programs and walk audits, including definitions, benefits to seniors, time commitment, and costs
- Carver County Public Health Specialist Patrick Stieg to present potential partnership using SHIP funds
- Vote to approve Senior Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 20, 2022 as submitted
- Committee's 2022 Annual Workplan raised the possibility of a walkability audit in 2023, if deemed by the committee
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets July 11, 2022 to hold a public improvement hearing, order the improvement, and award a contract for Stieger Lake Lane (West) Phase 1, and to review a sketch plat for a City parking lot and Gannon property mixed-use development by Monarch Development. The consent agenda includes approving June 27 minutes, accepting second-quarter 2022 donations, and approving the July 11 claims roster totaling $230,836.14. The agenda also includes open forum and staff/council reports.
- Public improvement hearing, order improvement, and contract award for Stieger Lake Lane (West) Phase 1 Improvements
- Sketch plat review for City Parking Lot & Gannon Property Mixed-Use Development (Monarch Development)
- Resolution accepting second-quarter 2022 donations, including $500 from Charter Bank and $300 from Marsh Lake Hunting Preserve
- July 11, 2022 claims roster totaling $230,836.14, including $28,331.94 to MTI Distributing for TORO 5900 accident repair and fuel line service
- Approve Workshop and Regular Meeting Minutes of June 27, 2022
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets July 5, 2022 to hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request at 2400 Heron Lane that would let a proposed garage addition encroach about 4 feet into the R-1 front yard setback. The commission will also discuss a possible change to the city's minimum residential parking space requirements under the off-street parking ordinance. The meeting includes routine agenda adoption and approval of the June 7, 2022 minutes.
- Public hearing and recommendation vote on a front yard setback variance for a garage addition at 2400 Heron Lane, encroaching about 4 feet into the required 30-foot setback
- Staff recommends approval of the 2400 Heron Lane variance; final approval rests with the City Council
- Discussion of minimum residential parking space requirements in Section 20, Off-Street Parking and Loading Ordinance
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from June 7, 2022
- Upcoming: City Council July 11, 2022 and Planning Commission July 19, 2022
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, June 27, 2022, to consider a preliminary plat and zoning for Timber Glen submitted by Loomis Homes, LLC, and a public hearing on issuing conduit revenue notes and revenue bonds for Holy Family Catholic School. Two closed sessions are scheduled to discuss land purchase for a new fire station at 8101 Kochia Lane and a lease for the old public works site at 1416 Stieger Lake Lane. The consent agenda includes the June 27 claims roster, election judge appointments for the 2022 primary, and a variance for 2503 Woods Drive.
- Preliminary plat and zoning for Timber Glen submitted by Loomis Homes, LLC (Resolution 2022-)
- Public hearing and resolution authorizing issuance and sale of revenue bonds for Holy Family Catholic School
- Closed meeting on land purchase for a new fire station at 8101 Kochia Lane
- Closed meeting on a lease for the old public works site at 1416 Stieger Lake Lane
- Consent agenda: June 27 claims roster, election judges for 2022 primary, impervious surface variance at 2503 Woods Drive
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council held a workshop meeting on June 27, 2022. The main item was a preliminary discussion of the 2023 budget, where staff sought direction from the Council on preparing the maximum tax levy budget and resolutions. No decisions were made; the Council will give further direction at its August 22, 2022 workshop and consider adopting maximum tax levies on September 12, 2022. The meeting also included an introduction of Sand Development to the City Council.
- Preliminary 2023 Budget Discussion (Agenda Report #22-193): staff sought Council direction on the maximum tax levy; no action taken
- The certified levy must be set on or before September 30 annually and cannot be exceeded when the final 2023 budget is adopted in December
- Staff recommendation: Council provide direction for preparing the maximum tax levy budget
- Sand Development Introduction to City Council
- Strategic priorities checked for this item: Economic Vitality and Service Excellence
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets June 21, 2022 to hold a public hearing on a variance request at 2503 Woods Drive that would let the owners build an underground swimming pool, pushing the property's impervious surface to 37.8 percent against a 35 percent maximum. The commission will also review a sketch plat for the Gannon Property mixed-use development by Monarch Development, which is for discussion only. The variance, if recommended, would still need City Council approval.
- Public hearing on a variance for 2503 Woods Drive to allow an underground pool; proposed impervious surface of 3,869 SF (37.8%) versus the 35% R-1 maximum
- Sketch plat review for the Gannon Property mixed-use development (Monarch Development) — discussion only, no action
- Property is in the Wasserman Lake Woods subdivision, where lots have a 10,000 SF minimum; the subject lot is 10,241 SF
- Seven written public comments were submitted in support of the pool variance, according to the agenda packet
- Next meetings: City Council June 27, 2022 at 6:30 PM; Planning Commission July 5, 2022 at 6:00 PM
RESCHEDULED Senior Advisory Committee
The City of Victoria Senior Advisory Committee meets Monday, June 20, 2022 at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers. The main item is a discussion-only review of the Senior Resource Expo held May 17, 2022, which drew about 60 residents and 19 vendors; the committee will give feedback on the event name, date and time, location at the Lion's Pavilion, and vendor types. The committee also votes on approving its April 4, 2022 meeting minutes. No new business or public hearings are listed.
- Review of Senior Resource Expo outcomes (May 17, 2022; about 60 residents, 19 vendors) — discussion only, no action
- Approve Senior Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 4, 2022
- Expo feedback topics: event name, date/time (10 a.m.–2 p.m.), Lion's Pavilion location, vendor mix
- Agenda Report #22-189 on the Senior Resource Expo
Parks & Recreation Committee
The Parks & Recreation Committee meets to hear updates on two projects: the Outdoor Pickleball Court Project at the Victoria Recreation Center and the Bavaria Trail East Project along Bavaria Road. The City Council already approved the low bid of $489,994.69 from Park Construction for eight pickleball courts on June 13, using General Fund and Park Fund money to cover the roughly $60,000 over budget. The committee will also receive a mid-year update to the City Council and a Victoria Recreation Center membership and program report.
- Outdoor Pickleball Court Project: Council approved low bid of $489,994.69 from Park Construction for eight courts; engineer's estimate was $383,010
- Three bids received May 17, 2022: Park Construction $489,994.69, Sunram Construction $497,879.00, Urban Companies $520,029.00
- Bavaria Trail East Project: proposed trail along east side of Bavaria Road from Ali Lane to County Road 18; trail width reduced from ten feet to eight feet
- Resident feedback on Bavaria Trail: two in favor, one against, plus three more comments in June including water run-off and west-side location concerns
- Parks and Recreation Committee mid-year update to the City Council (Agenda Report #22-187)
Special Meeting of the City Council
The Victoria City Council is holding a special meeting on Monday, June 13, 2022 at 5:00 PM at Bayfront Park, 1730 Stieger Lake Lane. The meeting is a recognition event for volunteers, outgoing advisory board members, 2022 Citizen Academy Graduates, and Community Builder award recipients. The event will not be televised or recorded. A regular Council meeting follows at 7 p.m. in the Victoria City Council Chambers at 1670 Stieger Lake Lane.
- Volunteer and Community Builder Recognition event at Bayfront Park, 1730 Stieger Lake Lane
- Recognition of outgoing advisory board members and 2022 Citizen Academy Graduates
- Event not televised or recorded
- Regular Council meeting follows at 7 p.m. at 1670 Stieger Lake Lane
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, June 13, 2022, to consider a regular agenda including bids for outdoor pickleball court construction and a resolution accepting a feasibility report for Stieger Lake Lane (west) Phase 1 improvements. The consent agenda includes approving the June 13 claims roster totaling $245,725.23, a temporary liquor license for St. Victoria Parish Family, and a $1,500 CenterPoint Energy Community Safety Grant. The council will also review mid-year reports from the Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation Committee, and Senior Advisory Committee.
- Pickleball court construction: staff recommends accepting low bid from Park Construction, eliminating shaded seating, and using ~$30,000 in General Fund dollars to reduce project cost to ~$500,000
- Claims roster: checks #64149-64207 totaling $184,392.51 plus payroll of $61,332.72, grand total $245,725.23; includes $40,000 to Playpower LT Farmington for playground equipment and $75,718.27 to Kimley Horn for Stieger Lake Ln West
- Temporary liquor license for St. Victoria Parish Family at 8228 Victoria Drive for August 26-27, 2022
- CenterPoint Energy Community Safety Grant of $1,500
- Stieger Lake Lane (west) Phase 1: resolution to accept feasibility report and call for a hearing on improvements
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets June 7, 2022 to hold public hearings and make recommendations to the City Council on three land-use items: a temporary Volksfest banner sign over Victoria Drive, a rear-yard setback variance at 1965 Primrose Lane, and the Timber Glen preliminary plat and rezoning by Loomis Homes. The Commission will also review a 2022 mid-year report for discussion only. The agenda also includes routine adoption of the agenda and approval of the May 17, 2022 minutes.
- Public hearing on a variance from the R-1 rear yard setback at 1965 Primrose Lane, where a proposed deck and porch would encroach about 2.5 feet into the setback, conditioned on an easement license agreement
- Public hearing on the Timber Glen preliminary plat and rezoning by Loomis Homes (Agenda Report #22-166)
- Request to place an 80 square foot temporary Volksfest banner sign over Victoria Drive from September 1 to September 10, 2022, between 1742 Arboretum Blvd and 7940 Victoria Drive
- Review of the 2022 Mid-Year Report for City Council, for discussion purposes only
- Approval of the May 17, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets May 23, 2022 to decide several items, including a preliminary plat and zoning for Brookmore submitted by U.S. Home, LLC, and awarding a contract for the Highway 11 Improvement Project. The council will also accept the 2021 independent auditor's report and approve a $792,626.35 claims roster. Other items include a temporary liquor license for the Victoria Lions Club and a $261,250.00 pay request for the South Area Lift Station.
- Preliminary plat and zoning for Brookmore (U.S. Home, LLC)
- Highway 11 Improvements - accept bids and award contract
- South Area Lift Station - Pay Request No. 3 for $261,250.00 to Geislinger & Sons, Inc.
- Claims roster totaling $792,626.35, including Bolton & Menk $48,371.30 and League of Minnesota Cities Ins. $79,463.00
- Temporary liquor license for Victoria Lions Club July 15-17, 2022 at Lions Park
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets May 17, 2022, to hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat and rezoning request from U.S. Home, LLC (Lennar Homes) for the Brookmore development. The applicant seeks to build 80 single-family homes on about 34 acres at 925 and 1100 78th Street West, rezoning the land from Agricultural to Planned Unit Development with R-1 underlying zoning. The commission will also vote to adopt the agenda and approve minutes from its April 19 and May 3 meetings. No other substantive items appear on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Preliminary Plat and rezoning for Brookmore by U.S. Home, LLC (Lennar Homes): 80 single-family lots on 34.06 acres
- Rezoning request from Agricultural (AG) to Planned Unit Development (PUD) with R-1 Low-density Residential underlying zoning
- Site located at 925 78th Street West & 1100 78th Street West, south of Madelyn Trail/Hartwood, north of Savanna Valley/Holy Family
- Approve Planning Commission meeting minutes of April 19, 2022 and May 3, 2022
- Upcoming: City Council meeting May 23, 2022; Planning Commission June 7, 2022
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, May 9, 2022, to vote on routine consent items and to consider a resolution calling a public hearing on tax increment financing for the Downtown West project. The council will also decide whether to authorize staff to negotiate a purchase agreement and development agreement with Marco-McLane Development, LLC for the Phase I Downtown West proposal. Most other agenda items are administrative, including meeting minutes, a claims roster, and event permits.
- Resolution calling for a public hearing on modifying Development District No. 1, creating Tax Increment Financing District (Redevelopment) No. 8, and adopting a TIF plan
- Authorization for staff to negotiate a purchase agreement and development agreement with Marco-McLane Development, LLC for Phase I Downtown West
- Consent item: resolution amending a conditional use permit for the R-3 property at 7600 Victoria Drive
- Consent item: temporary consumption and display permits for the Victoria Business Association's 2022 Classic Car Nights on June 6, June 22, July 13, July 27, August 10, August 24, September 14, and September 28, with fees waived
- Consent item: community event on-sale liquor license to Enki Brewing Company, LLC for 2022 Classic Car Nights
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council holds a workshop meeting on May 9, 2022, with two discussion items and no voting items listed. Staff will present an overview of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), including how much funding the City expects to receive, spending deadlines, and possible uses, and will seek Council feedback. The Council will also review results of the 2022 National Community Survey, based on 807 resident responses collected March 7 to April 11, 2022, with a 3% margin of error and a 31% response rate. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda is discussion-only.
- American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) workshop led by Finance Director Trisha Pollock; staff seek Council feedback on possible uses of funds (Agenda Report #22-142)
- Community Survey 2022 results presented from The National Community Survey; 807 residents responded, 31% response rate, 3% margin of error (Agenda Report #22-146)
- No dollar amounts for expected ARPA funds are stated in the supplied agenda text
- No ordinances, rezonings, contracts, or fee changes appear on this workshop agenda
- Meeting is discussion-only; no voting items are listed
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission holds a public hearing on a request to amend conditional use permit 2021-20 for the R-3 property at 7600 Victoria Drive. Owners Greg and Heidi Pavett, who operate The Humanity Alliance, seek approval to build a 360-square-foot walk-in cold storage structure to support the organization's meal preparation and delivery program. Staff recommend the commission consider whether the amendment meets required conditions and consider approval; the City Council must ultimately approve any conditional use permit. No public comment had been received at the time of the staff report.
- Public hearing on amending conditional use permit 2021-20 for 7600 Victoria Drive
- Request to build a 360 SF walk-in cold storage accessory structure
- Staff-proposed condition 9 would cap the structure at 360 SF and require a 6-foot privacy fence
- Property is a group home operated by The Humanity Alliance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
- Property owners within 350 feet were notified; no public comment received at report time
CANCELED Senior Advisory Committee
The Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 2, 2022 in Victoria, MN was canceled. The supplied agenda text contains only website navigation and login boilerplate, with no substantive agenda items listed. No decisions, discussions, or votes are documented in this record.
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, April 25, 2022, to act on a consent agenda of routine items and a regular agenda including a fire station mezzanine buildout contract, a strategic plan update, and a sketch plat review. The consent agenda includes approving the April 25 claims roster, a $83,512.77 physical security and access control upgrade with Pro-Tec Design, a $32,984 turfgrass contract with Diamond Crest, and authorizing bidding for outdoor pickleball courts. The regular agenda also includes an informational State of the Victoria Library presentation and a discussion-only Quarter 1 2022 Strategic Plan update. A sketch plat review for Huntersbrook Third Addition is for discussion and feedback only.
- Award base bid to Century Construction of $409,750 for fire station mezzanine buildout, with total project cost not to exceed $535,950
- Approve physical security and access control upgrade with Pro-Tec Design for $83,512.77
- Approve Diamond Crest turfgrass weed control and fertilization for 2022 season at $32,984
- Approve plans and authorize bidding for outdoor pickleball courts
- Sketch plat review for Huntersbrook Third Addition (discussion and feedback only)
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets April 19, 2022 to review a sketch plat for Huntersbrook Third Addition, a proposed 77-lot single-family subdivision south and west of Huntersbrook First Addition. The sketch plat is for discussion and feedback only; no approvals or formal actions are scheduled. The commission will also receive a transportation update and consider approving the April 5, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Sketch plat review for 77 single-family lots (50 Smithtown, 20 Tradition, 7 Maxwell) on about 47 acres; net density about 2.26 units per acre
- Parkland dedication estimated at 2.13 acres or $223,650, with the applicant indicating a request for partial park dedication credit for a trail connection
- Staff identified lots 13 and 27-28 as compromised and is discussing reconfiguration or removal
- Applicant proposes a private drive serving 10 lots; City Code limits private driveways to no more than 3 units
- Portion of 10860 Victoria Drive is in Laketown Township and would require annexation and zoning
City Council Strategic Workshop
The Victoria City Council is holding a strategic workshop at Charlson Meadows, 1601 Hwy 7, Victoria. The only substantive agenda item is a check-in on the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan, presented by City Manager Dana Hardie (Agenda Report #22-125). Staff note this is a discussion item only, so no votes or decisions are scheduled. The plan, facilitated in 2021 by Scott Nelson of Clarity Central, lists eight strategic priorities.
- Workshop check-in on the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan (Agenda Report #22-125), presented by City Manager Dana Hardie
- Staff recommendation states: 'This is a discussion item only' — no action or vote listed
- Plan's eight priorities: Service Excellence; Engagement & Communication; Infrastructure & Transportation; Economic Vitality; Housing & Community Character; Public Safety; Recreation & Culture; Environmental Sustainability
- 2021 plan was facilitated by Scott Nelson of Clarity Central
- Meeting held at Charlson Meadows, 1601 Hwy 7, Victoria; public can watch live online or on Mediacom Channel 8
Parks & Recreation Committee
The Victoria Parks & Recreation Committee meets Monday, April 18, 2022 at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers. The committee will select a Chair and Vice-Chair for terms running April 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023, and will consider recommending approval of outdoor pickleball court plans and specifications and authorizing bidding of the project. Members will also receive a 2022 committee orientation and work plan, review the March 2022 membership and usage report, and vote on minutes from the March 21, 2022 meeting.
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair to serve April 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023 (Agenda Report #22-121)
- Recommend approval of outdoor pickleball court plans and specifications and authorize bidding of the project (Agenda Report #22-120)
- 2022 Parks and Recreation Committee orientation and work plan (Agenda Report #22-122)
- March 2022 membership and usage report (Agenda Report #22-123)
- Approval of minutes from the March 21, 2022 regular meeting
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, April 11, 2022, to act on a consent agenda of routine items and a regular agenda of budget and project decisions. Votes are expected on awarding a $341,985.00 contract to Traut Companies for Well No. 5, approving a not-to-exceed $44,463 basketball court reconstruction at Lions Park, and authorizing up to $63,681.00 for WSB professional services on the Timber Terrace Road Extension. The council will also consider 2021 year-end fund transfers, a regional grant application for the 78th Street Pedestrian Overpass, and a roundabout review at Commercial Avenue.
- Award Well No. 5 contract to Traut Companies for $341,985.00
- Reconstruct Lions Park basketball court, not to exceed $44,463 with Plehal Blacktopping, using Charitable Gambling Funds
- Authorize WSB professional services for Timber Terrace Road Extension, not to exceed $63,681.00
- Variance from front yard setback requirement for 5651 Zumbra Drive
- Resolution authorizing application to Metropolitan Council Regional Solicitation for the 78th Street Pedestrian Overpass
City Council Workshop
At this April 11, 2022 workshop, the Victoria City Council is receiving an update on pedestrian crossing improvements at County Road 11 and Deer Run Drive. Staff presented a memo on the ongoing study, noting Carver County found the crossing does not meet its pedestrian volume warrants (peak count of 14 peds/bikes per hour versus a required 20). The item is for discussion only; no decision or vote is scheduled. The City's Capital Improvement Plan includes $258,400 for these improvements in 2022.
- Highway 11 crossing improvements estimated at $600,000 (2018 estimate; actual costs anticipated higher), with Carver County potentially contributing up to 50%
- Deer Run Drive pedestrian facility estimated at $165,000, which the County would not fund as a local connection
- Combined Highway 11 + Deer Run option estimated at a minimum of $765,000, with the City's share $465,000
- Alternative Highway 11 Trail/Sidewalk Extension estimated at $250,000, also not County-funded
- CIP includes $258,400 for these improvements in 2022; item is for discussion only
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets April 5, 2022 to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2022 commission year and to hold a public hearing on a front-yard setback variance for 5651 Zumbra Drive. The applicants, Alex and Tina Hoppe, seek to replace the existing 1965 house with a new single-family home that would encroach about 10 feet into the required 30-foot front setback. Staff recommends approval of the variance, which the City Council must ultimately approve. The agenda also includes routine approval of the March 1, 2022 minutes.
- Public hearing on a variance from the R-1 front yard setback at 5651 Zumbra Drive; applicants Alex and Tina Hoppe request about 10 feet of encroachment into the required 30-foot setback
- Staff recommends approval of the 5651 Zumbra Drive variance, with the City Council having final approval
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair for the 2022 year (April 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023)
- Approval of the March 1, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Upcoming meetings: City Council April 11, 2022 at 6:30 PM; Planning Commission April 19, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Senior Advisory Committee
The City of Victoria Senior Advisory Committee meets Monday, April 4, 2022 at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers. The committee is scheduled to approve its February 7 and March 7, 2022 meeting minutes, hold a new-member orientation, review its 2022 work plan, and select a Chair and Vice-Chair for the committee year running April 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023. Members will also review proposed community feedback survey questions on recreational programs and services for seniors, which staff plan to distribute at the Senior Resource Expo on May 17, 2022. A Carver County Public Health presentation by Dawn Plumer is also listed on the agenda.
- Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2022 committee year (April 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023), by majority roll call vote
- Approval of the Senior Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 7, 2022 and March 7, 2022
- Review of the 2022 Senior Advisory Work Plan; City Council is scheduled to review and approve the workplan at its April 11, 2022 regular meeting
- Review of proposed community feedback survey questions on recreational programs and services for seniors, to be distributed at the Senior Resource Expo on May 17, 2022; no action needed at this time
- Carver County Public Health presentation by Dawn Plumer
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, March 28, 2022, to vote on routine consent items and several regular agenda items. The most consequential decision is the Lions Park tennis court reconstruction, where staff present four options ranging from a one-year delay to a $124,450 rebuild of one court. The council will also hold a public hearing on a temporary noise permit for outdoor music at 8490 Kelzer Pond Drive on May 21, 2022.
- Lions Park tennis court options: delay one year; remove courts for $55,000; reclaim surface for $98,273; or rebuild one court for $124,450 (Park & Recreation Committee's unanimous recommendation)
- Public hearing on temporary noise permit for outdoor music at 8490 Kelzer Pond Drive on Saturday, May 21, 2022, 5:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
- Consent agenda includes Pay Request No. 4 of $45,707.74 to GM Contracting, Inc. for the South Area Utility Extension Project
- Four-year contract with Empire Pipe Services of North Mankato for sanitary sewer cleaning and televising services
- Accept $1,900 Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative Operation Round Up grant for a compressed air foam fire extinguisher
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council is holding a workshop to discuss the Trail Gap Priority Plan and give the Parks and Recreation Committee and staff direction on it. The plan ranks future trail connections and outlines estimated costs and target years, funded by cash transfers into the city's Trail Fund. The Parks and Recreation Committee recommends four top-priority trails, including completing Bavaria Road East at an estimated $1.3 million. No vote is scheduled; the item is a discussion and direction request.
- Parks and Recreation Committee recommends Bavaria Road East (County Road 18/82nd Street to Ali Lane) as a top priority at an estimated $1.3 million for 2021/2022
- Underpass at Hwy 5 and Madelyn Creek Park recommended at an estimated $500,000 for 2024/2025
- Extension of the LRT Regional Trail from KirkeLachen Park to Lakebridge recommended at an estimated $900,000 for 2027/2028
- County Road 11 South from 86th Street to Red Fox Drive recommended at an estimated $875,000 for 2030/2032
- Bavaria Road East was planned for 2021-2022 but stopped because the city could not obtain necessary easements
Parks & Recreation Committee
The Parks & Recreation Committee meets March 21, 2022 to finalize a Trail Gap Plan recommendation to the City Council, weighing trail costs including a $2.2 million County Road 43 segment. The committee will also review Lions Tennis Court reconstruction quotes, the 2021 Emerald Ash Borer management report, and the 2021 Parks and Recreation annual report. The meeting follows a rescheduled Feb. 24 session where the committee recommended cash park dedication for the Brookmore development and a $62,523 fitness equipment purchase.
- Trail Gap Evaluation and ranking recommendation to City Council, with County Road 43 trail estimated at $2.2 million
- Lions Tennis Court Reconstruction quotes and recommendation (Agenda Report #22-085)
- 2021 Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan Report (Agenda Report #22-084)
- 2021 Parks and Recreation Department Annual Report (Agenda Report #22-086)
- February 2022 Recreation Center and Recreation Program Report (Agenda Report #22-087)
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, March 14, 2022 at 6:30 PM to vote on routine consent items and take up several regular agenda items. The council will consider a preliminary development agreement with Monarch Development Partners, LLC for possible downtown redevelopment, and will review Chapter 24 of the city code on golf cart, ATV and snowmobile use on designated streets. It will also authorize staff to seek construction bids for a fire station mezzanine buildout and make committee appointments.
- Consider preliminary development agreement with Monarch Development Partners, LLC for possible downtown redevelopment
- Review Victoria Municipal Code Chapter 24 on golf cart, ATV and snowmobile use on designated city streets
- Approve $11,472.00 contract with Midco Diving and Marine Services of Rapid City, South Dakota for water tower tank and reservoir cleaning and inspection
- Approve $16,142.00 contract with Extreme Electrical Services of Norwood Young America, Minnesota for a transfer switch and port for water tower and Well #4
- Designate the Victoria Lions 'Rib Cookoff' as a community event and approve a temporary liquor license for April 30, 2022 at the Lions Pavilion, 1505 82nd Street
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council holds a workshop to interview residents applying for openings on the Park & Recreation Committee and the Senior Advisory Committee. The Park & Recreation Committee has two three-year openings and one high school one-year opening; the Senior Advisory Committee has two three-year openings plus two proposed alternate positions. Staff recommends maintaining a seven-member Senior Advisory Committee and adding two alternates, and continuing voting liaisons from the Victoria Library and AbleLight (formerly Bethesda) Cornerstone Village. Appointments are expected to be made at the March 14, 2022 regular meeting.
- Park & Recreation Committee: two three-year openings and one high school one-year opening; applicants Jeanette June and Terri Cope
- Senior Advisory Committee: two three-year openings and two proposed alternate positions; applicants Virginia "Ginny" Larkin, Terri Cope, and Curtis Schiebel
- Staff recommends keeping the Senior Advisory Committee at seven members and adding two alternate positions
- Staff recommends continuing voting liaisons from the Victoria Library and AbleLight (formerly Bethesda) Cornerstone Village
- Applications were accepted through February 28, 2022; appointments expected at the March 14, 2022 regular meeting
City Council/Planning Commission Workshop
The Victoria City Council held a workshop to introduce the Victoria Acres vision, a proposed world-class outdoor recreation and shooting sports complex developed with the USA Clay Target League. The item was discussion only, with no action needed and no land acquired or formal development application filed. Staff described the concept as a possible use for the city's 300-acre future commercial growth area south of Marsh Lake Road along County Road 11 to County Road 10 and west to County Road 43. The city projects $165 million in tax value over ten years from commercial development tied to the project and is seeking legislative support and possible bonding bill funding.
- Victoria Acres vision overview presented by City Manager Dana Hardie; discussion item only, no action
- Concept includes trap/skeet fields, 28 trap fields, Olympic bunker, archery ranges, RV park, event center and museum, and nature trails
- City projects $165 million in property tax market value over 10 years from Victoria Acres and nearby commercial development
- City seeks legislative support and possible inclusion in the bonding bill, with a target completion by 2025
- No land has been acquired and there is no formal development application at this time
Senior Advisory Committee
The City of Victoria Senior Advisory Committee meets Monday, March 7, 2022 at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers. The committee will hear a Carver County Public Health presentation by Dawn Plumer, review its 2022 work plan, and discuss potential vendors for the Victoria Senior Expo planned for May 17, 2022 at the Lions Pavilion. It will also vote on approving the February 7, 2022 meeting minutes and receive an AARP grant update.
- Approval of February 7, 2022 Senior Advisory Committee meeting minutes
- Review of the 2022 Senior Advisory Work Plan
- Carver County Public Health presentation by Dawn Plumer
- Victoria Senior Expo vendor list review (Agenda Report #22-071); expo set for May 17, 2022 at the Lions Pavilion
- AARP Grant update
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets March 1, 2022 to continue its review of residential zoning district code language and bulk regulations, a discussion item carried over from Feb. 15. Staff will present a redline ordinance covering R-1 through R-4 and LMR districts, including changes to permitted and conditional uses and accessory dwelling unit and home occupation rules. The item is listed for discussion only, with no vote scheduled.
- Discussion of draft code language for residential zoning districts and bulk regulations (Agenda Report #22-058)
- Proposed removal of group homes, nursing homes/care facilities, and principal use daycares as permitted uses in R-1 and R-2, added instead as conditional uses
- Proposed renaming of R-3 District to "Medium Density Residential" and allowing single-family homes, duplexes, group homes, schools, nursing homes/care facilities, day care facilities, and private recreation amenities as permitted uses
- Proposed amendment of R-2 district to apply only to developments approved as R-2 prior to June 10, 2019
- Proposed addition of Sec 18-13 Accessory Dwelling Units and Sec 18-14 Home Occupations to the zoning code
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, February 28, 2022, to act on a consent agenda and regular agenda. Consent items include approving the February 28, 2022 claims roster totaling $2,462,756.14, a $62,523.00 fitness equipment purchase from Johnson Fitness and Wellness, and a resolution approving the sale of city property at 6735 Smithtown Road. The regular agenda includes 2022 Planning Commission appointments and a sketch plat review for Simon Property (Loomis).
- Claims roster totaling $2,462,756.14, including bond payments of $2,043,443.75
- Purchase of strength equipment from Johnson Fitness and Wellness for $62,523.00
- Resolution approving purchase agreement and sale of city property at 6735 Smithtown Road
- Temporary on-sale liquor license for Holy Family Catholic School at 8101 Kochia Lane on April 23, 2022
- Sketch plat review for Simon Property (Loomis)
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council holds a workshop meeting on February 28, 2022 to interview applicants for the Planning Commission and to review proposed precinct boundaries for the 2022 elections. The council is expected to make Planning Commission appointments at the regular meeting immediately following the workshop. The agenda also notes that interviews for the Park & Recreation Committee and Senior Advisory Committee will be held on March 14, 2022.
- Interviews for Planning Commission: 5 open seats (3 regular members, 2 alternate members), with 5 applications received
- Applicants: Jerret Coon, John Iverson, Christian Pederson, Eric Rehm, Thomas Williams
- Review of proposed precinct boundaries for 2022 elections; council to provide direction
- Planning Commission appointments expected at the February 28, 2022 regular meeting following the workshop
- Park & Recreation and Senior Advisory Committee interviews scheduled for March 14, 2022
RESCHEDULED - Parks & Recreation Committee
The Victoria Parks & Recreation Committee meets to rank the proposed Auburn Trail along State Hwy 5 and review updated cost estimates for the County Road 43 trail, then recommend a 2022 Trail Gap Plan to the City Council. The Auburn trail is estimated at about $2.5 million; the County Road 43 trail has two options at $2.65 million (trail outside power poles) or $2.1 million (with power pole relocation). The committee will also review a Brookmore Development park concept sketch, fitness equipment purchase and old equipment disposal, and 2022 parks and recreation budgets.
- Auburn Trail ranking: ~2,900 LF along State Hwy 5 from Stieger Lake Lane to Auburn Drive, estimated at ~$2.5 million
- County Road 43 trail options: $2.65 million outside power poles or $2.1 million with power pole relocation
- Recommend 2022 Updated Trail Gap Plan to City Council (Agenda Report #22-053)
- Park and Recreation Committee Concept Sketch Plan Review - Brookmore Development (Agenda Report #22-012)
- Purchase of fitness equipment at Victoria Recreation Center and disposal of old equipment (Agenda Report #22-059)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a sketch plat for 16 single-family lots at 5460 Marsh Lake Road proposed by Scott Loomis, Loomis Development LLC, and review residential zoning district code language and bulk regulations. No approvals or actions are scheduled; both items are for discussion and feedback only. The meeting also includes routine adoption of the agenda and approval of the Feb. 1, 2022 minutes.
- Sketch plat review for 16 single-family lots at 5460 Marsh Lake Road, proposed rezoning from AG to PUD with R-1 underlay
- Park dedication for the Simon Property estimated at .747 acres or $78,435 ($105,000/acre) in fees
- Discussion of residential zoning districts code language and bulk regulations
- Approval of Feb. 1, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Upcoming meetings: City Council Feb. 28, 2022 6:30 PM; Planning Commission Mar. 1, 2022 6:00 PM
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, February 14, 2022 at 6:30 PM to consider a regular agenda that includes the final plat and planned unit development zoning for Marsh Hollow First Addition (Golden Valley Land Co.), a 2021 senior advisory committee report, a 2022 strategic plan update, and a community survey. The consent agenda covers routine items such as minutes, the February 14 claims roster, an audit engagement letter, temporary liquor licenses, equipment purchases, and a transportation study contract. The agenda also includes an open forum for public comment.
- Final plat and PUD zoning for Marsh Hollow First Addition (Golden Valley Land Co.)
- Claims roster totaling $274,010.37, including $91,621.54 to Minnehaha Creek Watershed Dist. for Wasserman Park Construction
- Purchase of two 2022 Bobcat skid steers for $111,236.44 with $93,000 trade-in, net cost $18,236.44
- Contract with Bolton & Menk for Arboretum Area Transportation Plan study update for potential roundabout at Highway 5 and Commercial Avenue
- Temporary liquor license for Victoria Lions Club on April 1, 2022 at 1505 82nd Street
Senior Advisory Committee
The Victoria Senior Advisory Committee meets Monday, Feb. 7, 2022 at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers. The committee will vote on approving minutes from Oct. 4, 2021, adopting its 2022 meeting calendar, reviewing an end-of-year report for the City Council, and adopting its 2022 work plan. Other business includes an AARP grant proposal and a Senior Resource Expo update.
- Adopt 2022 Senior Advisory Committee meeting calendar; meetings proposed first Monday monthly at 10 AM, with July and September moved due to holidays
- Review End of Year Report for City Council; 9 of 11 objectives in the 2021 work plan completed, with affordable housing and local housing options items not completed
- Adopt 2022 Senior Advisory Committee work plan
- AARP Grant Proposal discussed under other business
- Senior Resource Expo Update discussed under other business
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider recommending City Council approval of the Final Plat and PUD zoning for Marsh Hollow First Addition, a 71-acre development west of County Road 11 and south of Huntersbrook. The applicant, Golden Valley Land Co., proposes 55 owner-occupied townhomes, 51 rental single-family villas, and a clubhouse amenity lot in this first addition, part of a larger 213-unit, two-phase project. The commission will also adopt the agenda and approve minutes from its Jan. 18, 2022 meeting.
- Final Plat and PUD zoning (R-1 and R-3 underlying) for Marsh Hollow First Addition on ~71 acres at 10580 Victoria Drive
- 55 owner-occupied townhome units and 51 rental single-family villas plus one clubhouse lot proposed
- Preliminary Plat, Annexation and Zoning previously recommended on a 7-0 vote Aug. 17, 2021; City Council approved Aug. 23, 2021
- Annexation ordered by Minnesota Office of Administrative Hearings on Sept. 23, 2021
- Approval of Jan. 18, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, January 24, 2022, to act on a consent agenda of routine items and a regular agenda that includes a resolution of support for Carver County Communities of Belonging and discussion-only reviews of 2021 Parks and Recreation and Planning Commission reports. The council will also review a sketch plat for Brookmore (Lennar) for discussion and feedback only. No final decisions on the sketch plat are scheduled.
- Sketch plat review for Brookmore (Lennar) — discussion/feedback only
- Approve January 24, 2022 claims roster totaling $1,641,423.28, including GM Contracting $273,535.94 for South Area Utility Extension Pay Request No. 3
- Change Order No. 2 for South Area Utility Extension Project increasing contract amount by $20,347.77
- Agreement with HTPO for pickleball court design and construction management not to exceed $50,000
- Purchase of 2022 Ford Escape for $25,691 from Waconia Ford for Building Inspection Division
City Council Workshop
The Victoria City Council holds a workshop on a proposed Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) policy. The Fire Department wants a drone, budgeted in the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan, for uses like search and rescue and thermal fire detection. The draft policy covers privacy, prohibited uses, FAA Part 107 operator certification, and data retention. This is discussion only; no formal action is required at this meeting.
- Draft UAV policy (Policy No. 2.2.016) presented by Fire Chief Andrew Heger
- Drone purchase included in the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan; training costs included, minor operating costs from fire department budget
- Fire department cites eight missing-person searches over two years where a UAV could have helped
- Prohibited uses include random surveillance, code enforcement, and assisting law enforcement with criminal investigations or search warrants
- Only FAA Part 107-certified city personnel could operate the UAV; annual flight-path map would be posted to the city website
CANCELED - Parks & Recreation Committee
The City of Victoria Parks & Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 6:30 PM was canceled, so no decisions were made at this meeting. The posted agenda listed items for possible discussion, including the 2022 work plan and meeting calendar, park dedication for the proposed Brookmore development, and recommending an engineering firm for pickleball court design and construction. The document also includes draft minutes from the committee's November 15, 2021 meeting, where members recommended locating pickleball courts at the Recreation Center and recommended an ordinance change on horses in city parks.
- Meeting canceled; agenda items were not acted on
- Brookmore development (925 and 1100 78th Street): 80 single-family lots on about 34 acres, with park dedication of 3.69 acres or $387,450 in fees proposed
- Pickleball courts: staff sought a recommendation to approve an engineering firm for design and construction services
- 2022 work plan items included playground replacement at Swiss Mountain Park and tennis court reconstruction at Lions Park
- Nov. 15, 2021 minutes: committee voted 5-0 to recommend pickleball courts at the Recreation Center and to allow horses in parks only via special event permit or rental agreement
Planning Commission
The Victoria Planning Commission meets Jan. 18, 2022, to give feedback on a sketch plat for 80 single-family homes by Lennar on 34 acres south of Madelyn Trail and north of Savanna Valley. No approvals will be made; the sketch plat is for guidance only. The commission will also review its 2021 year-end report and adopt its 2022 meeting calendar and work plan.
- Sketch plat review for Brookmore (Lennar): 80 single-family lots on 34 acres at 925 and 1100 78th St., with a proposed rezoning from AG to PUD with underlying R-1
- Proposed lot rules include 8,800 SF minimum lot area, 68' width, 25' front setback, 30' rear setback, and 9' side setbacks
- Applicant proposes about 3 acres of parkland dedication plus fee in lieu of the required 3.73 acres
- Kochia Lane recommended as a collector roadway connecting Highway 5 to 86th Street
- Adopt 2022 Planning Commission meeting calendar and work plan; review 2021 year-end report for City Council
Regular Council Meeting
The Victoria City Council meets Monday, January 10, 2022 at 6:30 PM to act on a 18-item consent agenda covering routine administrative matters, contracts, and resolutions. Items include approving the 2022 Carver County Sheriff's Office policing contract, paying Enebak Construction $89,542.03 for soil corrections, and authorizing the sale of city property at 6735 Smithtown Road. The regular agenda and reports sections list no specific items.
- 2022 police services contract with Carver County Sheriff's Office
- Payment of $89,542.03 to Enebak Construction for soil corrections on the South Area Utility Extension Project
- Resolution approving purchase agreement and sale of city property at 6735 Smithtown Road
- Contract with CNH Architects for $26,200 plus reimbursable expenses for fire station mezzanine buildout
- Variance from rear yard setback requirement for 1975 Primrose Lane
Economic Development Authority
The Victoria Economic Development Authority meets Monday, January 10, 2022 at 6:45 PM in Council Chambers. The agenda has two action items: adopting the minutes of the January 11, 2021 meeting as submitted, and approving the EDA's organizational appointments for 2022. Staff recommend approval of the appointments. The meeting then adjourns; no development projects, contracts, or public hearings are on this agenda.
- Adopt EDA minutes of January 11, 2021 as submitted
- Approve 2022 EDA organizational appointments (Agenda Report #22-010)
- Proposed 2022 officers unchanged from 2021: President Derek Gunderson, Vice President Judy Black, Secretary Chad Roberts, Treasurer Deb McMillan
- Executive Director Dana Hardie; Deputy Executive Director Marty Doll; Assistant Secretary Cindy Patnode; Deputy Treasurer Trisha Pollock
- EDA Commissioners listed for 2022: Judy Black, Deb McMillan, Chad Roberts, Alvin Hebert
CANCELLED - Planning Commission
The City of Victoria Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. The agenda packet still lists items that were planned: reviewing the 2021 end-of-year report for the City Council, adopting the 2022 meeting calendar, and adopting the 2022 work plan. No decisions were made because the meeting did not occur.
- Meeting cancelled; no actions taken
- Planned: review 2021 End of Year Report for City Council (Agenda Report #21-402)
- Planned: adopt 2022 Planning Commission meeting calendar (Agenda Report #20-342)
- Planned: adopt 2022 Planning Commission Work Plan (Agenda Report #21-403)
- Next scheduled Planning Commission meeting: Jan. 18, 2022 at 6:00 PM
CANCELLED Senior Advisory Committee
The supplied record shows the City of Victoria Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for 2022-01-03 was cancelled. The agenda text contains only website navigation and portal boilerplate, with no substantive items listed. No decisions, discussions, or votes are documented in this record.