Waconia public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Waconia City Council will vote on the final 2023 property tax levy and budget, and consider several construction pay requests and equipment purchases. The agenda also includes site plan approvals, a conditional use permit, and various licenses and contracts.

• Final 2023 levy and budget resolutions
• Pay requests for Waconia Parkway South, East Frontage Road, Waterford Park, and 2022 Infrastructure Improvements
• Equipment purchases: Western Star chassis ($93,636.11), Crysteel flatbed/snowplow ($26,782), Aspen service body/plow ($32,308 + $9,328), ABM service body/crane ($76,321)
• Site plan, design review, variance, and CUP for TMC Properties at 1370 Mill Lane
• 2023 police services contract and termination of TIF District #4 (Pine Business Park)

The City Council adopted the final 2023 tax levy of $10,233,090 and the 2023 budget for all funds. It also approved a site plan and variance for a new industrial building at 1370 Mill Lane, a conditional use permit for proof of parking, and authorized a non-bump-out design for the downtown improvement project. Two job descriptions for utility and street maintenance leads were tabled until January 17, 2023.

• Adopted final 2023 levy of $10,233,090 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 budget for all funds (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and variance for TMC Properties at 1370 Mill Lane (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for proof of parking (unanimous)
• Authorized non-bump-out design for downtown 2023 improvement project (3-2)
• Tabled job description and recruitment for Utility Maintenance Lead until Jan 17, 2023 (3-2)
• Tabled job description and recruitment for Street Maintenance Lead until Jan 17, 2023 (3-2)
• Approved statement of work for Ice Arena dehumidification unit replacement (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding street name changes and the 2023 fee schedule. The Council will also present the proposed 2023 budget and property tax levy for public comment.

• Ordinance No. 754: Changing Campfire Court to Campfire Drive East and Oak Avenue north of Waconia Parkway South to Oak Court
• Ordinance No. 755: 2023 Fee Schedule Ordinance Amendment
• Resolution 2022-299: Uniform agreement with HUEBSCH-Services
• Resolution 2022-300: Lease agreement with Ziegler, Inc. for loader rental
• 2023 Budget & Levy Presentation

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 754, renaming Campfire Court to Campfire Drive East and the northern section of Oak Avenue to Oak Court, affecting 12 properties. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 755, amending the city's fee schedule for 2023. A presentation on the 2023 budget and levy was given, with public comments on tax increases, but no final budget decision was made at this meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 754 renaming Campfire Court to Campfire Drive East and Oak Avenue (north of Waconia Parkway South) to Oak Court
• Adopted Ordinance No. 755 amending Chapter 1100 fee schedule, effective January 1, 2023
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, and various agreements
• Approved Uniform Agreement with Huebsch Services
• Approved lease agreement for loader rental
• Approved executed MNHS Large Grant for Civil War Memorial conservation
• Declared surplus equipment and authorized sale of tanker
• Authorized execution of KCI proposal for Civil War Memorial

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make recommendations on a site plan, design review, variance, and conditional use permit for TMC Properties at 1370 Mill Lane. They will also consider recommending approval of the 10th Street Small Area Plan. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and staff updates.

• Public hearing on TMC Properties, LLC application for 1370 Mill Lane
• Recommendation on site plan, design review, variance, and conditional use permit
• Recommendation on 10th Street Small Area Plan
• Approval of November 3, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the TMC Properties site plan and variance request with specific modifications to recommendations. The Commission also recommended approval of the 10th Street Small Area Plan, which outlines potential residential and industrial concepts for a 69-acre area. Both items will be presented to the City Council on December 19, 2022.

• Approved TMC Properties site plan, variance, and CUP with modified recommendations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 10th Street Small Area Plan (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for TMC Properties project (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved November 3, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission met on November 22, 2022, to conduct routine procedural tasks including adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and discussing old business. No new decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed on the agenda.

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider an interim use permit for 241 Olive Street South as a temporary construction office while a new apartment building is built at 233 Olive Street South. The council will also adopt an amended winter maintenance policy for 2022-2023 and handle routine consent agenda items including contractor payments and resolutions for a pool filter project and surplus equipment sale.

• Interim Use Permit for 241 Olive Street South as construction office
• Resolution 2022-297 approving the interim use permit
• Resolution 2022-298 approving amended winter maintenance policy
• Pay request for Schneider Excavating & Grading for stormwater improvements
• Pay Estimate No. 8-Final to Lametti & Sons for L-52 Lift Station Upgrade

The Waconia City Council approved an Interim Use Permit allowing a temporary construction office at 241 Olive Street South, adjacent to an apartment project, with conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. The council also adopted an amended Winter Maintenance Policy for 2022-2023. The consent agenda, including expenditures and several resolutions, was approved as a block.

• Approved Interim Use Permit at 241 Olive Street South for temporary construction office (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-297 approving the IUP with conditions
• Adopted Resolution 2022-298 approving amended Winter Maintenance Policy for 2022-2023
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, contractor pay requests, and resolutions
• Authorized solicitation of bids for Safari Island Pool Filter Project
• Authorized sale or disposal of surplus equipment

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board is meeting to review the park dedication fee and consider recommending the Lakeview Terrace Park Plan to the City Council. The board will also approve minutes from the October 20 meeting and receive staff updates.

• Park dedication fee review
• Approval of Lakeview Terrace Park Plan to recommend to City Council
• Approve meeting minutes of October 20, 2022

The Waconia Parks & Recreation Board voted unanimously to recommend updating the park dedication fee schedule from the 2004 acreage-based calculation to a per-acre fee based on the fair market value of the property being platted, with no change to the required acreage percentage. The board also recommended the Lakeview Terrace Park playground project scope, which includes refurbishing equipment from Waterford Park and adding accessibility features if funded by donations. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final approval.

• Recommended changing park dedication fee to fair market value of platted property (3-0)
• Recommended Lakeview Terrace Park playground project scope (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The Waconia City Council is meeting to adopt the consent agenda and canvass the results of the November 8, 2022 municipal election. The agenda is largely procedural, with the election canvass being the only substantive item.

• Adopt Resolution 2022-294, Canvass November 8, 2022 Municipal Election Results

The City Council adopted Resolution 2022-294 to officially canvass the results of the November 8, 2022 municipal election. Records show 6,060 total voters participated, representing 68.4% of all registered voters.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-294 to canvass November 8, 2022 Municipal Election Results (carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding delinquent charge certifications and 2022 infrastructure project assessments. The meeting also includes decisions on economic development policies, budget amendments, and various contractor pay requests.

• Public hearing for 2022 Infrastructure Project Assessments
• Public hearing for Certification of Delinquent Charges for Payment with Taxes
• Approval of Economic Development Program Policies and Funding
• Approval of 2022 4th Quarter Budget Amendments
• Adoption of Ordinance 753 amending City Code Chapter 680

The City Council established three pilot programs to support downtown vitality, including facade improvements and small business start-ups. The Council also approved infrastructure project assessments and accepted grant funds for the Waconia American Legion.

• Approved Economic Development Program Policies including Facade Improvement, Small Business Start-up, and Waconia Works Loan programs
• Adopted Assessment Roll for 2022 Infrastructure Improvement Project Assessments (final costs $4,151,272.00)
• Adopted Certification of Delinquent Utility and Other Charges for Payment with Taxes in 2023
• Accepted $50,000 Carver County CDA grant for Waconia American Legion utility trunk fees
• Authorized staff to obtain updated chassis pricing for Capital Project 267 after a Ford order was cancelled
• Authorized chassis pricing for 2023 Capital Projects 536, 537, and 697
• Approved 2023 Prosecution Contract and MetroNet Fiber Agreement
• Approved 2022-2023 Snow Removal Agreement with Henning Excavating

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an interim use permit for 241 Olive Street South, requested by Brad Kerber for Waconia Investment Group, to allow temporary use as a construction office during construction of a new apartment building at 233 Olive Street South. The commission will also review a site plan and design for the Laketown Storage proposal at 87 8th Street, submitted by RAM General Contracting, Inc. Recommendations will be provided to the City Council for both items.

• Public hearing on interim use permit for 241 Olive Street South as construction office
• Site plan and design review for Laketown Storage at 87 8th Street
• Recommendations to City Council on both applications
• Approval of October 6, 2022 minutes

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval for an Interim Use Permit allowing a construction office at 241 Olive Street South. The Commission also recommended approval for the Laketown Storage site plan at 87 8th Street. Both recommendations were passed by unanimous votes of the three commissioners present.

• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit for 241 Olive Street South (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Laketown Storage Site Plan at 87 8th Street (3-0)
• Approved October 6, 2022 Planning Commission minutes
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will hold a routine meeting to approve the agenda, minutes from August 18, 2022, and discuss capital improvement plan priorities and board priorities. No formal decisions are listed beyond standard procedural approvals.

• Approval of August 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) review and board priorities

The Waconia Parks & Recreation Board reviewed the 10-year capital investment plan for parks and trails, with staff highlighting ten projects adjusted to later years due to funding. Board members prioritized Sudheimer Park development as the top project, followed by pickleball courts, Brook Peterson field improvements, trail connectivity, and skate park expansions. The board requested a future review of the park dedication fee. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved August 18, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned at 7:43 p.m. (all in favor)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will meet on October 17, 2022, to approve routine minutes, expenditures, and several contracts, including payments for the new fire station and software commitments. The council will also review site plans for a new Casey's store and hear public comments on downtown reconstruction plans.

• Approve $10-year commitment for LOGIS ERP and Utility Billing Software ($amount not specified)
• Approve contractor payment request for New Fire Station project
• Adopt site plan for Casey's Retail Store at 1301 Oak Avenue
• Approve Utility Service Agreement for 7810 Laketown Parkway
• Public hearing on Downtown Reconstruction, Phase I

The City Council approved the ordering of improvements and preparation of plans for Downtown Reconstruction Phase I. The council also approved a contract for legislative services to advocate for state transportation funding.

• Approved Resolution 2022-276 for Downtown Reconstruction Phase I plans
• Approved Resolution 2022-277 for Lockridge, Grindal, & Nauen Legislative Services contract
• Approved September 26 and October 3, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved October 17, 2022 expenditures
• Approved September 2022 expenditures for Safari Island Community Center and Waconia Ice Arena
• Approved contractor pay request for New Fire Station (Twin City Acoustics)
• Approved GIS Analyst Shared Position Agreement with Carver County
• Approved 10-year commitment for LOGIS ERP and Utility Billing Software

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a site plan and design application for a proposed Casey's retail store. The commission will provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding the project. A joint work session will also discuss the 10th Street Small Area Plan.

• Site Plan & Design Review for Casey's Retail Store at 1301 Oak Avenue
• Joint Work Session: 10th Street Small Area Plan

The Planning Commission approved the site plan and design review for a property at 1301 Oak Avenue in the B-1 Business Highway District. The commission discussed fencing materials, parking, and mechanical equipment enclosures before voting.

• Approved Site Plan and Design Review for 1301 Oak Avenue (All present voted aye)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will vote on consent agenda items including contractor payments, a lodging tax request, and resolutions for the ice arena dehumidification project and storm water ordinance. Under council business, they will consider a modified utility payment plan for a resident, approve an irrigation expansion project, and set public hearings for 2022 infrastructure assessments. The meeting also includes a work session on budgets and economic development.

• Pay request #5 to GMH Asphalt for Waconia East Frontage Road Improvements
• Pay request #5 to W.M. Mueller & Sons for 2022 Infrastructure Improvements
• Resolution 2022-266: Modified payment plan for 1683 Saint George Street utility account
• Resolution 2022-267: Irrigation System Expansion Phase I, Trunk Highway Five, CIP Project 630
• Resolutions 2022-268/269: Declaring and receiving assessments for 2022 infrastructure projects

The City Council approved a modified utility payment plan for a resident and authorized the Phase I expansion of the Waterford Park irrigation system. The Council also declared costs and scheduled a public hearing for 2022 infrastructure improvement assessments.

• Approved modified utility payment plan for 1683 Saint George Street (Resolution 2022-266)
• Approved Irrigation System Expansion Phase I, Trunk Highway Five, CIP Project 630 (Resolution 2022-267)
• Declared costs to be assessed for 2022 Infrastructure Improvement Project (Resolution 2022-268)
• Scheduled public hearing for November 7, 2022, regarding project assessments (Resolution 2022-269)
• Adopted consent agenda including contractor pay requests and election judge appointments
• Authorized city staff to obtain project pricing for Ice Arena Dehumidification Unit

City Council

The Waconia City Council is meeting to adopt the 2023 preliminary levy via Resolution No. 2022-260. The agenda is mostly routine, with the levy being the only substantive item. Other items include consent agenda approval and standard reports.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-260, Adopting the 2023 Preliminary Levy

The City Council adopted Resolution #2022-260 to approve the preliminary 2023 levy, featuring an overall net levy increase of 17.52% from 2022 levels. The final budget and levy are scheduled for approval on December 19, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution #2022-260, Adopting the 2023 Preliminary Levy

City Council

The Waconia City Council will decide on issuing $18.29 million in general obligation bonds for infrastructure and fire station construction, and approve routine expenditures including Ice Arena and Community Center payments. The meeting also includes a public update on the Lake Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Services Building and routine administrative actions like minutes approval and donations.

• $18,290,000 General Obligation Bonds for infrastructure and fire station construction
• Rink Management Services Corporation expenditures for Waconia Ice Arena ($47,000) and Safari Island Community Center ($12,000) for August 2022
• Resolution 2022-246: Consent to assignment of TIF Development Agreement for Waconia Development District
• Resolution 2022-250: 2nd variance extension for 479 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard until December 7, 2023
• Resolution 2022-254: Denial of after-the-fact variance for 144 Maple Terrace impervious surface exceedance

The City Council authorized the sale of $18.29 million in general obligation bonds for infrastructure and fire station construction. The council also approved a revolving loan for a restaurant renovation and denied a variance request for impervious surface coverage.

• Approved $18,290,000 General Obligation Bonds for infrastructure and fire station (unanimous)
• Denied after-the-fact variance for impervious surface coverage at 144 Maple Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Plat for Airport Road Addition (unanimous)
• Approved survey and topographical work for Trunk Highway Five Corridor (unanimous)
• Approved $149,900 revolving loan request for Bode Gray's, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Reconstruction Phase 1 Feasibility Report and called public hearing for Oct 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved submittal of 2023 WBIF, BWSR Grant application (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including various donations and firefighter personnel changes (unanimous)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items including meeting minutes, expenditures, contractor pay requests, and several resolutions. Notable actions include accepting bids for the fire station project, deciding on a zoning appeal regarding a driveway widening, and approving a development agreement for the Kwik Trip project.

• Acceptance of bids for Fire Station Project (Resolution 2022-243)
• Zoning appeal by Michelle Bachmann to widen driveway within road right-of-way
• Kwik Trip Project development and access agreement (Resolution 2022-239)
• Minor subdivision at 751 Main Street (Resolution 2022-238)
• Contractor pay requests for L-52 Lift Station, Waconia Parkway South, and other projects

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: the preliminary and final plat for the Airport Road Addition, and an after-the-fact variance request by Gregory & Kelly Payette to allow impervious surface exceeding the 35% maximum in the PUD District. The commission will make recommendations on both. They will also receive an update on the Lake Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Services Building (no action required) and discuss ordinance amendments regarding minor subdivisions, lot combinations, and chicken and bee licenses.

• Public hearing on Airport Road Addition Preliminary and Final Plat
• Public hearing on after-the-fact variance for impervious surface exceeding 35% in PUD District
• Update on Lake Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Services Building
• Discussion on ordinance amendments for minor subdivisions, lot combinations, and chicken and bee licenses

The Planning Commission approved the preliminary and final plat for the Airport Road addition, which involves a land swap for a right-of-way but no immediate development. The Commission denied Gregory and Kelly Payette’s after-the-fact variance request for exceeding hard surface limits by 1.1%. Both items will be presented to the City Council on September 19.

• Approved Airport Road addition preliminary and final plat (5-0)
• Denied Payette after-the-fact variance request (2-3)
• Approved July 7, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)
• Adopted agenda as presented (5-0)

Park Board

The Park Board will discuss a resident request regarding pickleball courts. Members will also discuss and adopt direction for community-wide park and recreational capital projects.

• Resident request for pickleball courts
• Capital project direction for park and recreational items
• Approval of staff project report

The board heard a resident presentation on the benefits and demand for pickleball courts. Members also reviewed the current state of park and trail projects in the capital investment plan.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved June 16, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold two public hearings to approve debt issuance for 2022 infrastructure projects and a new fire station, with bonds not to exceed $14 million. The council will also consider a consent agenda with routine items, a homecoming parade permit, a preliminary plat for Sandy Shores, and a revolving loan request for Waconia Square.

• Public hearing and resolution for tax abatement bonds for 2022 infrastructure projects
• Public hearing and resolution for up to $14,000,000 in bonds for fire station construction
• Approval of Sandy Shores preliminary plat for 3 single-family parcels at 7860 Laketown Parkway
• Revolving loan request by Waconia Square, LLC
• Temporary liquor license for Rotary Club of Chaska

The City Council approved preliminary bond issuance for a new fire station and tax abatement bonds for various infrastructure projects. The council also approved a revolving loan for downtown remodeling and a preliminary plat for a residential development.

• Approved Resolution 2022-227 for fire station bonds not to exceed $14,000,000
• Approved Resolution 2022-226 for $1,200,000 in tax abatement bonds for infrastructure
• Approved $149,999 revolving loan for Waconia Square, LLC (Resolution 2022-230)
• Approved Sandy Shores Preliminary Plat for 3 single family parcels and one outlot (Resolution 2022-229)
• Approved Homecoming Parade Permit (Resolution 2022-228)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including 3rd Quarter Budget Amendments and various project authorizations

City Council

The Waconia City Council is meeting to adopt the consent agenda, which includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, expenditures, contractor pay requests, and several resolutions. The agenda also includes a law enforcement update and board reports. Most items are routine administrative actions, with no major policy decisions listed for separate discussion.

• Pay Estimate No. 1 to S.M. Hentges & Sons for Waterford Park Water Reuse Station Project
• Pay Estimate No. 4 to GMH Asphalt for Waconia East Frontage Road Improvements
• Pay Estimate No. 3 to W.M. Mueller & Sons for Waconia 2022 Infrastructure Improvements
• Lodging tax reimbursement of $5,185 to Waconia CVB
• Resolutions authorizing hires for park maintenance worker, mechanic, and probationary firefighters

The City Council adopted the consent agenda, which included several contractor pay requests for infrastructure and park projects. The council also authorized new hires for city maintenance and fire department staffing.

• Approved July 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved August 1, 2022 expenditures
• Approved contractor pay requests for Waterford Park, East Frontage Road, 2022 Infrastructure Improvements, and Waconia Parkway South
• Approved lodging tax reimbursement for Waconia CVB (June-July 2022)
• Approved Chamber of Commerce Nickle Dickle Day request
• Approved exempt permit application for Church of St. Joseph
• Accepted cash donations for Fire Department operations and adaptive playground equipment
• Authorized hiring of a Park Maintenance Worker, Mechanic, and probationary firefighters

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider a $18,020,000 general obligation bond sale to fund 2022 infrastructure improvements and a new fire station, along with authorizing a public bid for the fire station construction. The agenda also includes a councilmember resignation and vacancy declaration, a downtown corridor design choice, and several development approvals and contractor payments.

• Resolution 2022-204: Sale of $18,020,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022A
• Resolution 2022-203: Authorizing public bid for new fire station construction
• Resolution 2022-202: Accepting councilmember resignation, declaring vacancy, and calling special election
• Resolution 2022-208: Approving Woodland Creek 5th Addition preliminary plat (30 single-family lots) and PUD zoning
• Resolution 2022-201: Approving trunk fee payment plan for Tidal Wave Auto Spa

The City Council approved the sale of $18,020,000 in General Obligation bonds to fund a new fire station and infrastructure projects. Council also authorized the public bid process for a new 26,000 square foot fire station estimated at $13,584,714. Additional actions included approving a downtown corridor design and a new ordinance regulating docks on public waters.

• Approved sale of $18,020,000 General Obligation Bonds (5-0)
• Authorized public bid for new fire station estimated at $13,584,714 (5-0)
• Approved Downtown Corridor Design Option 1A for 2023 infrastructure (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No 751 prohibiting permanent residential docks (5-0)
• Approved Woodland Creek 5th Addition preliminary plat and PUD zoning (5-0)
• Authorized Waterford Reuse Agreement for storm water irrigation (5-0)
• Denied variance application for 24 Dana Circle (4-1)
• Accepted resignation of Council Member Pierson and declared vacancy (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed ordinance to prohibit permanent docks and require seasonal dock removal, and on the Woodland Creek 5th Addition preliminary plat and PUD zoning request. They will also review a site plan for a new Darabi Dermatology Clinic at 839 Vista Boulevard and make recommendations to the City Council.

• Public hearing on ordinance prohibiting permanent docks and requiring seasonal dock removal
• Site plan and design review for Darabi Dermatology Clinic at 839 Vista Boulevard
• Continued public hearing on Woodland Creek 5th Addition preliminary plat (30 single-family parcels, PID# 750250300) and PUD zoning request

The Waconia Planning Commission approved a draft ordinance regulating permanent and seasonal docks within the city, and approved the Woodland Creek 5th Addition preliminary plat and PUD zoning request with 16 conditions. The commission also approved a site plan for a Darabi Dermatology clinic expansion at 839 Vista Boulevard with 6 conditions. All votes were unanimous among members present.

• Approved agenda as presented (all aye)
• Approved June 2, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (all aye)
• Approved draft ordinance regulating permanent and seasonal docks within the City of Waconia (all aye)
• Approved Darabi Dermatology Clinic site plan at 839 Vista Boulevard with 6 conditions of approval (all aye)
• Approved Woodland Creek 5th Addition Preliminary Plat and PUD Zoning request at PID# 750250300 with 16 conditions of approval (all aye)
• Adjourned at 7:45 pm (all aye)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on several items including liquor licenses for local businesses, a SCADA system upgrade, a final plat for a Kwik Trip at 1300 Sparrow Road, and a variance denial for a property at 115 Maple Terrace. The meeting will also approve routine expenditures and consider a small business fee deferral policy.

• Approve temporary liquor licenses for Lions Club and Carver County Agricultural Society
• Authorize $1,000 lodging tax reimbursement for Waconia CVB (April–June 2022)
• Approve Master SCADA Upgrade with Electric Pump (Resolution 2022-170)
• Approve Kwik Trip Final Plat at 1300 Sparrow Road (Resolution 2022-172)
• Deny variance for rear yard improvements at 115 Maple Terrace (Resolution 2022-177)

The City Council approved a new policy to allow small businesses to defer utility trunk fees and adopted an ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The Council also approved a $115,000 revolving loan for the American Legion and authorized a carside delivery parking request for Domino's. Two variance applications for property improvements were denied.

• Approved 2021 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan report
• Denied variance for 115 Maple Terrace
• Variance for 24 Dana Circle failed (2-2)
• Approved ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
• Approved Small Business Trunk Fee Deferral Policy
• Approved $115,000 revolving loan for American Legion Post 150
• Approved Domino's carside delivery parking request

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board is meeting to review the Windmill Creek 8th Addition Preliminary Plat and decide whether to require park dedication or accept payment in lieu of land. The board will also approve minutes from the May 19th meeting and receive a park maintenance update.

• Review of Windmill Creek 8th Addition Preliminary Plat for park/playground/open space suitability
• Decision on park dedication vs. payment in lieu of land for Windmill Creek 8th Addition
• Approval of May 19th Park Board meeting minutes
• Park maintenance update approval

The Park Board decided that additional park land at the Windmill Creek 8th Addition development was not desirable due to its proximity to Waterford Park. The board approved accepting a cash payment in lieu of land dedication and denied a developer's request to remove acreage from the calculation.

• Approved acceptance of $16,680 cash in lieu of park land (All in favor)
• Denied request by Trumpy Homes to remove .99 acres from park calculation
• Approved June 16, 2022 agenda (All in favor)
• Approved May 19, 2022 meeting minutes (All in favor)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will meet to adopt routine minutes, approve expenditures, and authorize payments for infrastructure projects, including road improvements and a new storage shed. The council will also consider resolutions for grant acceptances, staffing changes, and development agreements for residential projects like Orchard Park 3rd Addition. Several donations for fire safety, adaptive playground equipment, and organizational use will be accepted.

• Approve $1.2M in expenditures for June 6, 2022
• Approve $45,000 pay estimate to Ebert Construction for Everson New Storage Shed
• Approve $185,000 pay estimate to GMH Asphalt for Waconia East Frontage Road Improvements
• Approve $320,000 pay estimate to W.M. Mueller & Sons for 2022 Infrastructure Improvements
• Adopt Resolution 2022-157 approving Development Agreement for Orchard Park 3rd Addition

The Waconia City Council approved a TIF development agreement for a 44-unit apartment project at the former American Legion site, authorized preliminary trail design for City Project 129-D, and denied an after-the-fact steep slope alteration permit at 233 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard. The council also adopted the consent agenda, which included the May 16 minutes, expenditures, contractor pay requests, donations, and several resolutions. A separate motion to authorize recruitment of a park maintenance worker passed with one nay vote.

• Adopted consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2022-163 for preliminary trail design for City Project 129-D (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2022-164 for TIF District No. 5 development agreement (motion carried)
• Denied Resolution 2022-165 for after-the-fact steep slope alteration permit at 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd (motion carried)
• Authorized recruitment of Park Maintenance Worker (motion carried, Sorensen nay)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 7:35 p.m. (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request by John Rosenau. The request involves construction of a porch addition that would exceed impervious surface limits and setback requirements.

• Public hearing for John Rosenau variance request
• Porch addition proposing 28.4% impervious surface (25% maximum allowed)
• Porch addition proposing 21.6 ft. rear yard setback (30 ft. minimum required)

The Planning Commission approved a variance request by John Rosenau to build a 350-square-foot porch at 24 Dana Circle, replacing an existing 221-square-foot porch. The porch would sit 21.6 feet from the rear lot line instead of the required 30-foot setback, and the property's impervious surface would be 28.4% versus the 25% maximum in the Shoreland Overlay district. The approval includes a condition that any future addition to impervious surface would require a new variance. The commission also approved its May 5, 2022 minutes and heard staff updates, including a recommendation of denial for an after-the-fact steep slope permit at 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd.

• Approved variance for porch at 24 Dana Circle, allowing 21.6 ft rear setback vs. 30 ft required and 28.4% impervious surface vs. 25% max (all present voted aye)
• Condition of approval: future expansion of impervious surface would require a new variance
• Approved May 5, 2022 Planning Commission meeting minutes (all present voted aye)
• Approved the June 2, 2022 agenda as presented (all present voted aye)
• Adjourned at 7:25 pm (all present voted aye)

Park Board

The Parks & Recreation Board held a regular meeting on May 19, 2022, to approve the agenda and minutes from the April 19, 2022, meeting. Staff provided updates on park maintenance activities and the ADA Transition Plan. Following adjournment, the board conducted a trail clean-up at the Dakota Rail Trail.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 19, 2022, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Waconia City Council approved a site plan and design review for a new fire station at 10451 10th Street West, and approved the preliminary plat for Windmill Creek 8th Addition. It also approved vacating a drainage and utility easement in Waterford 6th Addition, accepted the 2021 audited financial report, and adopted the consent agenda. On American Legion utility trunk fees, the council directed staff to review options rather than deciding on a waiver.

• Approved Resolution 2022-145 vacating drainage and utility easement in Outlots B and D, Waterford 6th Addition
• Adopted consent agenda, including Resolution 2022-149 added to it
• Approved Resolution 2022-146 accepting 2021 audited Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Approved Resolution 2022-147 for fire station site plan and design review at 10451 10th Street West
• Approved Resolution 2022-148 for Windmill Creek 8th Addition preliminary plat
• Approved Resolution 2022-134 authorizing Public Services Director to execute Winter Trail Snow Removal Agreement
• Directed staff to review and present options on American Legion utility trunk fee waiver or payment plan changes
• Adjourned regular meeting at 7:45 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved the site plan for a new fire station at 10451 10th Street West and the preliminary plat for the Windmill Creek 8th Addition. Commissioners also recommended approval of a variance for a patio and putting green at 115 Maple Terrace and an after-the-fact steep slope permit for 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd. A public hearing for the Woodland Creek 5th Addition was continued to June 2, 2022.

• Approved site plan for new fire station at 10451 10th Street West
• Continued Woodland Creek 5th Addition public hearing to June 2, 2022
• Approved Windmill Creek 8th Addition preliminary plat with 15 conditions
• Recommended approval of 115 Maple Terrace variance (3-2)
• Approved after-the-fact steep slope permit for 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd (4-1)

City Council

The City Council approved a construction contract with S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc. for the Waterford Stormwater Reuse project. The council also authorized $201,000 for city-supplied materials and services related to the project. Additionally, the council approved a consent agenda covering various administrative, financial, and licensing items.

• Awarded $492,570 construction contract to S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc.
• Authorized $201,000 for city-supplied materials and services
• Approved two temporary liquor licenses for the Lions Club
• Terminated Tax Increment Finance District #3
• Authorized grant submission for memorial restoration
• Approved Flowtronex pump station equipment acquisition
• Approved Smart Water Program agreement

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board is meeting to approve minutes, receive staff updates on park projects, and review the ADA Transition Plan document with a recommendation for approval. Following the regular meeting, the board will conduct trail clean-up along the Dakota Rail Trail, weather permitting.

• Approve meeting minutes of April 21, 2022
• Park Updates May 2022 and Park Board Project Updates for May 19, 2022
• Review and discuss ADA Transition Plan document
• Recommend approval of ADA Transition Plan
• Trail clean-up along Dakota Rail Trail after meeting

The Parks & Recreation Board recommended Oppidan's proposal to use excess dirt from its adjacent apartment site to fill and grade part of Sudheimer Park. The board also heard a Waconia Youth Baseball request for $1,616,200 in improvements to fields 5-8 at Brook Peterson Park, plus an alternative $1,129,800 option for fields 1-4, but took no action on it. Staff said the inclusive playground is tentatively scheduled for equipment installation in July. The board approved its agenda and the January 20, 2022 minutes.

• Recommended Oppidan's fill and grading proposal for Sudheimer Park (all in favor)
• Approved the meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Approved the January 20, 2022 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• No action taken on Brook Peterson Park field improvement requests estimated at $1,616,200 (fields 5-8) and $1,129,800 (fields 1-4)
• Adjourned at 7:38 p.m. (all in favor)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold two public hearings: one on an annexation petition for property at 10350 102nd Street and one on vacating a drainage and utility easement in The Fields development. The council will also consider consent agenda items including donations, grants, and contracts, plus construction contracts for the City Square Park ADA improvement project.

• Public hearing on annexation petition for 10350 102nd Street (Resolution 2022-114)
• Public hearing on vacation of drainage and utility easement in The Fields, Outlot A and C (Resolution 2022-125)
• Authorize construction contracts for City Square Park ADA project: Henning Excavating (Project A) and Sunram Construction (Project B)
• Accept grant funds from Carver County CGPI Pre-Development (Resolution 2022-118)
• Authorize lease sweeper agreement with Bell Bank (Resolution 2022-121)

The Waconia City Council approved a joint resolution with Waconia Township to annex the northern portion of 10350 102nd Street for the Woodland Creek 5th Addition. It also approved vacating a drainage and utility easement in The Fields Outlot A and Outlot C, and awarded two construction contracts for ADA improvements at City Square Park: $61,050.75 to Henning Excavating and $132,468.00 to Sunram Construction. The consent agenda, including the April 4 minutes, expenditures, event permits, donations, grants, and a development agreement for The Fields 2nd Addition, was adopted in one motion.

• Adopted Joint Resolution No. 2022-114 approving annexation petition for northern portion of 10350 102nd Street (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-125 approving vacation of drainage and utility easement in Outlot A and Outlot C, The Fields (motion carried)
• Adopted consent agenda including April 4 minutes, expenditures, event permits, donations, grants, and The Fields 2nd Addition development agreement (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-123 awarding $61,050.75 construction contract to Henning Excavating for Project A, ADA sidewalk and storm sewer at City Square Park (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-124 awarding $132,468.00 construction contract to Sunram Construction for Project B, retaining wall and sidewalk at City Square Park (motion carried)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 6:50 p.m. (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will consider a continued after-the-fact steep slope alteration permit for Cornerstone Landscaping at 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd, recommending approval or denial. They will also review the 2021 land use summary and receive a staff update.

• After-the-fact steep slope alteration permit for 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd (continued)
• 2021 Land Use Summary presentation
• Staff update

The Planning Commission voted to continue the after-the-fact steep slope alteration permit request for a property at 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd. The decision follows discussions regarding a lack of communication between the applicant and the DNR and Soil & Water.

• Continued after-the-fact steep slope alteration permit request for 233 Lakeview Terrace Blvd (All present voted aye)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items and several resolutions, including approving a $3.67 million construction contract for the 2022 Infrastructure Project. They will also vote on an ordinance amendment to change off-street parking requirements for multi-family residences. The meeting includes proclamations and presentations, such as Arbor Day and a State of the Library update.

• Award construction contract to WM Mueller & Sons for $3,671,788.82 for 2022 Infrastructure Project
• Approve final plat for The Fields 2nd Addition, 127 single-family parcels
• Adopt ordinance amending multi-family off-street parking requirements (Ordinance No. 749)
• Approve $39,976.20 quote for Oak Avenue Overlay road fabric
• Approve ARPA funding allocation (Resolution 2022-108)

The Waconia City Council approved a construction contract with WM Mueller & Sons for the 2022 Infrastructure Project at a cost of $3,671,788.82, covering work on Third Street West, Maple Street South, Willow Place, Oak Avenue, and Dunsmore Drive. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 749, changing off-street parking requirements for multi-family residences to 2.25 spaces per unit, with lower ratios for one- and two-bedroom units. A road fabric quote of $39,976.20 for the Oak Avenue overlay was approved, and a large consent agenda was adopted covering minutes, expenditures, donations, grants, and other routine items.

• Approved construction contract with WM Mueller & Sons for 2022 Infrastructure Project at $3,671,788.82 (motion carried)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 749 amending off-street parking requirements for multi-family residences (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-111 approving summary publication of the ordinance (motion carried)
• Approved Road Fabrics, Inc. quote of $39,976.20 for Oak Avenue overlay (motion carried)
• Adopted consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, donations, grants, and other items (motion carried)
• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved announcements (motion carried)
• Adjourned regular meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The Waconia City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: adopting Resolution #2022-93, which amends the descriptions of precincts and polling places. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, pledge, agenda adoption, adjournment).

• Adopt Resolution #2022-93 amending precinct descriptions and polling places

The Waconia City Council held a special meeting on March 28, 2022, and adopted Resolution 2022-93, which amends the description of precincts and polling places. Staff explained that the county requested a revised resolution with no map changes, and the approval deadline was March 29. The meeting adjourned at 8:05 a.m.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-93 amending precinct and polling place descriptions (motion carried)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 8:05 a.m. (motion carried)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, expenditures, and donations, plus several resolutions for development agreements, zoning changes, and equipment purchases. They will also discuss a utility bill dispute, an office addition, and site/design reviews for a dermatology clinic and a restaurant. The meeting ends with a closed session to consider an offer to purchase city-owned property at 1300 Sparrow Rd.

• Resolution 2022-85: Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 1330 Waconia Parkway South, 10250 10th Street East & 10350 102nd Street
• Resolution 2022-86: Development Agreement for Orchard Park 2nd Addition (M/I Homes)
• Resolution 2022-87: Request Carver County to transfer zoning authority in Laketown Township to Waconia
• Resolution 2022-89: Site Plan & Design Review for Darabi Dermatology Clinic at 839 Vista Boulevard
• Resolution 2022-92: Sandy Shores Preliminary Plat for 7860 Laketown Parkway (3 single-family parcels and one outlot)

The Waconia City Council approved a $24,424 office addition bid and $55,050 furniture purchase, along with site plans for a new dermatology clinic and a restaurant renovation. They also granted a sidewalk cafe license to Waconia Brewing Company. The council tabled the Sandy Shores Preliminary Plat to request more information about an existing shed on the property.

• Adopted Consent Agenda including minutes, expenditures, and donations
• Approved office addition bid ($24,424) and furniture quote ($55,050)
• Approved Site Plan for Darabi Dermatology Clinic at 839 Vista Blvd
• Approved Design Review for restaurant at 125 1st Street West
• Approved Sidewalk Cafe License for Waconia Brewing Company
• Tabled Sandy Shores Preliminary Plat for further information
• Discussed utility bill dispute at 1371 Creekside Drive due to leak

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold public hearings regarding the repeal of Chapter 243 to establish new ward boundaries and precincts. The Council will also consider establishing TIF District No. 5 and an associated TIF Plan.

• Public hearing for repealing Chapter 243 and establishing new precinct boundaries
• Public hearing for establishing TIF District No. 5 and a TIF Plan
• Approval of $90,325.00 for floor coating projects at public services facilities
• Discussion of Commercial/Industrial Small Area Plan engagement with WSB
• Amendment of ordinance 746 regarding snow, ice, dirt, and rubbish on public sidewalks

The City Council repealed the election ward system in favor of at-large representation and established new voting precincts to improve election day efficiency. The Council also approved a new TIF district for downtown redevelopment and engaged a consultant for a commercial/industrial small area plan.

• Adopted Ordinance 748, repealing the election ward system (at-large representation)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-65, establishing new precincts and polling places
• Adopted Resolution 2022-80, establishing TIF District No. 5 and a TIF Plan
• Adopted Resolution 2022-78, hiring WSB for a Small Area Plan for $27,000
• Adopted Ordinance 746, adding a $40 administrative fee to snow removal violations
• Adopted Ordinance 747, amending Architectural Design Standards
• Approved Consent Agenda including hiring an accountant and various grants
• Approved floor coating projects for Public Services facilities

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will make recommendations to the City Council on several items, including a site plan for a new dermatology clinic, a design review for a restaurant, and two public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment and a parking ordinance change. The meeting includes procedural items like minutes approval.

• Site plan & design review for Darabi Dermatology Clinic at 839 Vista Boulevard
• Design review for proposed restaurant at 125 1st Street West
• Public hearing on comprehensive plan amendment for 1330 Waconia Parkway South, 10250 10th Street East, and 10350 102nd Street
• Public hearing on ordinance amendment to multi-family off-street parking requirements

The Waconia Planning Commission recommended approval of a site plan and design review for a new 6,437 sq. ft. Darabi Dermatology clinic at 839 Vista Blvd, and a design review for a restaurant remodel at 125 1st Street West (Bode Gray's). It also recommended approval of a comprehensive plan amendment for three properties tied to annexation, and approved a public hearing for an ordinance amendment on multi-family off-street parking requirements. All votes were unanimous among members present.

• Recommended approval of site plan and design review for Darabi Dermatology at 839 Vista Blvd with 7 recommendations of approval (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of design review for 125 1st Street West (Bode Gray's restaurant) with 9 conditions of approval (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of comprehensive plan amendment for 1330 Waconia Parkway South, 10250 10th Street East, and 10350 102 Street (all in favor)
• Approved public hearing for ordinance amendment on multi-family off-street parking requirements (all in favor)
• Adopted agenda as presented (all aye)
• Approved minutes from February 3, 2022 (all aye)
• Closed public hearings on the comprehensive plan amendment and parking ordinance (all aye)
• Adjourned at 7:30 PM (all aye)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a joint resolution to approve an annexation petition for property at 1330 Waconia Parkway South. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, expenditures, permits, and contracts. Council business includes a code violation invoice reduction, a site plan and variance request for a warehouse addition at 711 Pine Street South, and a resolution supporting housing and local decision-making authority.

• Public hearing and joint resolution for annexation of 1330 Waconia Parkway South
• Pay Estimate No. 6 to Lametti & Sons, Inc. for L-52 Lift Station Upgrade
• Resolution 2022-58 approving Waterford 7th Addition Final Plat (63 single-family, 34 townhome parcels)
• Resolution 2022-63 for site plan and variances for 2,239 sq. ft. warehouse addition at 711 Pine Street South
• Resolution 2022-64 supporting housing and local decision-making authority

The council adopted Joint Resolution 2022-61 approving an annexation petition from the Robert L Burandt Living Trust and Shelah J Burandt Living Trust for part of 1330 Waconia Parkway South, tied to The Fields 2nd Addition development. It also adopted Resolution 2022-62 reducing a snow-removal code violation invoice for 325 Main St E from $403.00 to $237.00, and adopted Resolution 2022-64 supporting local decision-making authority on housing. A site plan, design review and variance request for 711 Pine Street South was tabled because the applicants were not present. The consent agenda, including minutes, expenditures and several resolutions, was adopted in one motion.

• Adopted Joint Resolution 2022-61 approving annexation of part of 1330 Waconia Parkway South (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-62 reducing snow-removal invoice at 325 Main St E from $403.00 to $237.00 (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-64 supporting housing and local decision-making authority (motion carried)
• Tabled Resolution 2022-63, site plan, design review and variances for 711 Pine Street South (motion carried)
• Adopted the consent agenda, including February 7, 2022 minutes, expenditures, and resolutions 2246-2260 (motion carried)
• Adopted the agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 6:57 p.m. (motion carried)

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will discuss and provide direction on improvements to Brook Peterson Park and review the Parks & Trails Capital Investment Plan. They will also review Waterford Park site development plans, Emerald Ash Borer, and turf-to-native conversion. The meeting includes approval of the January 20, 2022 minutes.

• Brook Peterson Park improvements discussion
• Parks & Trails Capital Investment Plan review
• Waterford Park site development plans review
• Emerald Ash Borer update
• Turf to native conversion review

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items, including approval of the Orchard Park 2nd Addition final plat for 37 single-family lots, contractor payments, donations, and a $80,529 CCTV unit purchase. A discussion with Waconia Township on North Shore Road is scheduled. The meeting also includes a work session on future transportation projects and funding.

• Orchard Park 2nd Addition Final Plat - 37 single-family lots (Resolution 2022-40)
• Pay Estimate #3 to Ebert Construction for Everson New Storage Shed
• Pay Estimate #4 to GMH Asphalt for Waconia Parkway South Improvements
• Acquisition of Aries Closed Circuit Televising Unit - $80,529 from Flexible Pipe and Tool Company
• North Shore Road Discussion with Waconia Township

The City Council approved a consent agenda covering various administrative, financial, and infrastructure items. Additionally, the Council held a swearing-in ceremony for the new Fire Chief, Mike Sorensen.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Orchard Park 2nd Addition final plat
• Approved 2022 infrastructure improvement plans and bid advertisement
• Approved auditor engagement with Redpath and Company
• Authorized acquisition of Aries closed circuit televising unit
• Accepted cash donations for adaptive playground equipment
• Swore in Chief Sorensen as Waconia Fire Chief

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a site plan, design review, and variance for Laka Coolers' expansion at 711 Pine Street South, and on two ordinance amendments updating definitions and architectural design standards. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on these items.

• Public hearing on Laka Coolers site plan, design review, and variance for expansion at 711 Pine Street South
• Public hearing on ordinance amendment to Section 900.04 (definitions, principal structure)
• Public hearing on ordinance amendment to Section 900.06, Subd. 9 (architectural design standards)
• Approve minutes from January 6, 2022 and December 16, 2021 meetings

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a site plan, design review, and variance requests for a 2,239 sq ft expansion of an existing industrial warehouse at 711 Pine Street South, adding a ninth condition requiring a conditional use permit for proof of parking. It also recommended approval of two ordinance amendments: one revising the principal structure definition in Section 900.04 to clarify attached decks, and one revising architectural design standards in Section 900.06, Subd. 9. In old business, the Commission discussed an after-the-fact steep slope permit at 233 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard but took no action. All motions carried unanimously.

• Recommended approval of site plan, design review, and variance requests for 711 Pine Street South warehouse expansion (all aye)
• Added ninth condition: conditional use permit for proof of parking prior to permit issuance (all aye)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amendment to principal structure definition in Section 900.04 (all aye)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amendment to architectural design standards in Section 900.06, Subd. 9 (all aye)
• Approved December 16, 2021 minutes (all aye)
• Approved January 6, 2022 minutes (all aye)
• Adjourned at 7:35 PM (all aye)

Park Board

This is the agenda for the Waconia Park Board meeting on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at 7:30 PM. The agenda contains only the vision and mission statements, a note about participation, and a list of city officials; no specific discussion or decision items are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural or administrative in nature.

Park Board

This is the agenda for the Waconia Park Board meeting on February 1, 2022, at 7:30 PM. The agenda contains only the meeting header, vision/mission statements, and participation instructions; no specific agenda items are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will meet to approve minutes, elect a chair and vice-chair for 2022, and review a sketch plan for a portion of the Cardinal Property at 10350 102nd Street to determine if it is suitable for park/playground/open space and make a recommendation to the City Council regarding land dedication or payment in lieu. They will also receive a staff update on park maintenance activities.

• Review sketch plan for Cardinal Property at 10350 102nd Street for park suitability
• Recommendation to City Council on land dedication or payment in lieu
• Nominate and select Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022
• Approve November 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Staff update on park maintenance activities

The Waconia Parks & Recreation Board met on January 20, 2021, with three of five members present. The board recommended accepting a land donation instead of cash in lieu to satisfy park dedication requirements for the approximately 15.2-acre Cardinal property development. The board also elected Lacey Shaw as chair and Andrew Anauo as vice-chair, and approved its November 18, 2021, meeting minutes. Staff gave updates on winter maintenance and 2021/2022 capital projects, including the Inclusive Playground, Reitz Lake Fishing Pier, and City Square Park ADA improvements.

• Recommended land donation to satisfy park dedication requirements for the Cardinal property (all in favor)
• Elected Lacey Shaw as board chair (all in favor)
• Elected Andrew Anauo as board vice-chair (all in favor)
• Approved the November 18, 2021, meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved the meeting agenda (all in favor)
• Adjourned at 7:32 p.m. (all in favor)

City Council

The Waconia City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on routine consent items, including various municipal expenditures and staff hirings. Major agenda items include selecting a construction manager and architect for the Fire Station Project, calling a public hearing for Tax Increment Financing District No. 5, and purchasing an excessive slope mower. A work session is also scheduled to discuss the ADA Transition Plan, Island View Marina Concept, and downtown parking.

• Approve contract with Kraus-Anderson for Fire Station Construction Management Advisor Services
• Approve contract with BKV Group Inc. for Fire Station Architect Services
• Call public hearing for the establishment of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District No. 5
• Authorize acquisition of excessive slope mower from Trenchers Plus for $53,950.00
• Approve site plan amendment for 96 8th Street

The City Council approved contracts with Kraus-Anderson for construction management services and BKV Group Inc. for architectural design services for a new fire station at 10451 10th St W. The estimated hard construction cost for the 28,022-square-foot facility is $11.6 million, which the city intends to finance through bonds. The council also adopted a consent agenda covering various administrative items, including hiring authorizations and site plan amendments.

• Approved contract with Kraus-Anderson for construction management advisor services
• Approved contract with BKV Group Inc. for architect services ($575,000)
• Adopted 2021 Pay Equity Report
• Adopted consent agenda including hiring authorizations and site plan amendments
• Added Resolution 2022-37 to Council Business

Planning Commission

The Commission held public hearings regarding a new apartment project at 233 Olive Street South and proposed changes to city ordinances. Members also discussed a rezoning request for Ridgeview Medical Center and reviewed a variance for 80 Pointe Drive.

• Recommended approval of site plan and variances for a 44-unit apartment at 233 Olive Street South
• Recommended approval of rezoning 801 Highway 284 from I-2 to B-1 Highway Business District
• Public hearing for ordinance amendment regarding Principal Structure definitions
• Public hearing for ordinance amendment regarding Architectural Design Standards
• Work session proposed to discuss off-street parking ordinance amendments

City Council

The City Council will consider numerous resolutions regarding appointments, equipment acquisitions, and staff hires. The meeting also includes an ordinance amendment to the city's permit, license, and fee schedule.

• Authorize $11,200.00 for Civil Defense Siren Equipment from Federal Signal Corporation
• Authorize $38,956.60 for a reclaim pump replacement at Water Treatment Facility Three
• Authorize $4,624.00 for a trailer acquisition from Titan Machinery
• Adopt Ordinance No. 744 amending city permits, licenses, and fees
• Approve Ebert Construction Pay Estimate No. 2 for Everson New Storage Shed

The Waconia City Council adopted its consent agenda, which included 2022 license renewals, appointments of the city attorney, engineer, bond counsel, fiscal advisor and insurance agent, council committee and liaison appointments, and a 2022 fee schedule ordinance amendment. In separate business, the council voted to deny a request from John Diekman for reimbursement of a $245 towing and impound charge after his vehicle was towed from the zero block of Vine Street on December 27 for violating winter parking rules. The meeting adjourned at 6:09 p.m., followed by a work session on redistricting and Optional Plan B Form discussion.

• Adopted consent agenda including 2022 license renewals and appointments (motion carried)
• Denied Resolution 2022-25, a $245 towing charge refund for John Diekman (motion carried)
• Adopted the agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned the regular meeting at 6:09 p.m. (motion carried)