Waconia public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 fee schedule, then consider adopting the final 2025 tax levy and budget. The council will also review several development items, including a site plan for a Tractor Supply Co. store and the Holbrook preliminary plat, along with cannabis ordinance amendments. A large consent agenda covers routine approvals such as expenditures, hires, and licenses.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 777 amending Chapter 1100 (Permits, Licenses, and Fees) for 2025
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024-281 approving final tax levy collectible in 2025
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024-282 adopting 2025 budget for all funds
• Site Plan & Design Review for Tractor Supply Co. at 880 Marketplace Drive
• Approve Holbrook Preliminary Plat, PUD zoning, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment for properties on Little Avenue

The Waconia City Council adopted the 2025 final budget and approved a final tax levy of $13,012,694, increasing the tax rate from 44.778% to approximately 47.622%. The council also approved a site plan for a new Tractor Supply Company store, a preliminary plat for a 339-home development, and cannabis zoning amendments.

• Approved 2025 final budget (Resolution 2024-282)
• Approved final tax levy of $13,012,694 (Resolution 2024-281)
• Approved site plan for Tractor Supply Co. at 880 Marketplace Drive (Resolution 2024-283)
• Approved Holbrook preliminary plat for 339 single-family homes (Resolution 2024-285)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment for Holbrook (Resolution 2024-286)
• Adopted cannabis ordinance amendments (Ordinances 778, 779)
• Adopted 2025 fee schedule (Ordinance 777)
• Approved consent agenda with 29 items

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will meet to adopt minutes, discuss a new Tractor Supply Co. site plan at 880 Marketplace Drive, and hold a public hearing on proposed cannabis regulations including zoning and fee amendments. The commission will also receive a staff update.

• Site Plan & Design Review - Tractor Supply Co. - 880 Marketplace Drive
• Public Hearing - Addition of Chapter 515 (Cannabis) and amendments to Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 900) and Fee Schedule (Chapter 1100)

The Planning Commission recommended approval for the Tractor Supply Co. site plan at 880 Marketplace Drive, which will move to the City Council on December 16th. Additionally, the Commission approved amendments to the city's zoning and fee ordinances regarding cannabis regulations. The meeting also included a staff update on various city projects and construction statistics.

• Recommended approval of Tractor Supply site plan (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Chapter 515, Chapter 900, and Chapter 1100 (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will meet to adopt routine items including approval of 2025 police services contract with Carver County, fee schedule revisions, and surplus equipment disposal. The council will also hear a public presentation on the 2025 budget and levy without taking action.

• Approve 2025 police services contract with Carver County and Carver County Sheriff's Department
• Call public hearing on revision to City's Fee Schedule: Waconia City Code - Chapter 1100
• Approve zoning accommodation request for 145 Maple Terrace
• Adopt resolution for door lock system additions project at City Hall with USA Security, Inc.
• Authorize sale or disposal of surplus equipment

The Waconia City Council adopted its consent agenda, which included the November 18 minutes, December 2 expenditures, a lodging tax fund request for the Waconia CVB, surplus equipment disposal, a storm water/street maintenance lead appointment, a City Hall door lock project, 2025 police and prosecution contracts with Carver County, and calling a public hearing on the city fee schedule. The council also adopted Resolution No. 2024-256 approving a zoning accommodation for 145 Maple Terrace, allowing an existing hardcover and decking to remain in place, contingent on a recorded agreement and non-transferable. The 2025 budget and levy were presented; the final levy is planned for approval December 16, 2024, and is not proposed to change from the preliminary levy set September 16, 2024. No public or council comments were offered on the budget.

• Adopted consent agenda as published (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-256 approving zoning accommodation for 145 Maple Terrace (motion carried)
• Approved 2025 police services contract with Carver County via Resolution No. 2024-254
• Approved 2025 prosecution contract with Carver County via Resolution No. 2024-255
• Approved surplus equipment sale/disposal via Resolution No. 2024-251
• Appointed Storm Water/Street Maintenance Lead and authorized recruitment via Resolution No. 2024-252
• Approved City Hall door lock system additions via Resolution No. 2024-253
• Called public hearing on revision to city fee schedule (Chapter 1100)

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will meet to approve minutes from the September 19 meeting and discuss two key items: a phasing plan update for Sudheimer Park and a review of short- and long-term playground upgrade recommendations. The board will also receive staff updates and allow time for questions.

• Sudheimer Park Phasing Plan Update — discussion and direction
• Park Playground CIP — review of upgrade recommendations

The Waconia Parks & Recreation Board reviewed the Sudheimer Park phasing plan, which outlines three phases from 2027 to 2030 with an estimated total cost of $540,000, and discussed the playground replacement CIP. No formal votes were taken on these items; the board approved the agenda and the minutes from the September 19, 2024 meeting. Staff updates covered fall maintenance, a winter skating rink, and snow/ice preparations. Adam Hegeholz was recognized for his service as he terms out at the end of 2024.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed Sudheimer Park phasing plan (no vote)
• Reviewed playground CIP (no vote)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including payments for the new fire station, donations, and a roundabout project. They will also consider a variance at 141 2nd Street East and hold a closed session for a zoning accommodation request.

• Approve Kraus-Anderson Construction pay request #26 for new fire station
• Adopt Resolution 2024-246 approving plans for Waconia Parkway North & CSAH 10 roundabout and ordering bids
• Adopt Resolution 2024-250 approving variance at 141 2nd Street East
• Adopt Resolution 2024-247 approving moving permit for Otting House Movers to move garage from 16 2nd Street West to 32 1st Street East
• Closed session for zoning accommodation request at 145 Maple Terrace

The Waconia City Council approved a variance at 141 2nd Street East to allow a 368-square-foot addition to a detached garage, resulting in an accessory structure of 1,280 square feet, exceeding the 1,000-square-foot maximum for R-2 District parcels. The council also adopted the consent agenda, which included approvals for expenditures, fire station pay requests, donations, a roundabout project, a moving permit, an insurance agent agreement, and a firefighter resignation. A closed session was held for a zoning accommodation request at 145 Maple Terrace.

• Approved variance at 141 2nd Street East for 1,280 sq ft accessory structure (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, and multiple resolutions
• Approved Kraus-Anderson pay request #26 for new fire station
• Approved Kraus-Anderson contractor pay request for new fire station
• Accepted cash donations for Fire Department operations (Resolution 2024-244)
• Accepted in-kind donations for Brook Peterson Park improvements (Resolution 2024-245)
• Approved plans and ordered advertisement for bids for Waconia Parkway North/CSAH 10 roundabout (Resolution 2024-246)
• Approved building moving permit at 16 2nd Street West (Resolution 2024-247)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will canvass the November 5, 2024 municipal election results and consider a resolution to approve a site plan, design review, and variance amendment for the Olive and Second mixed-use building project. The agenda also includes routine consent agenda items, staff and board reports, and announcements.

• Resolution No. 2024-242 to canvass November 5, 2024 municipal election results
• Resolution No. 2024-243 approving site plan, design review, and variance amendment for Olive and Second mixed-use project

The Waconia City Council certified the November 5, 2024 municipal election results, confirming Nicole Waldron's re-election as mayor and Jacob Coleman's re-election to the council. The council also approved an amendment to the Olive & Second mixed-use project, adding square footage to the fourth and fifth floors for safety and structural alignment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-242 canvassing municipal election results (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-243 approving amended site plan and variance for Olive & Second project (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold public hearings and make recommendations to the City Council on several items, including the continued Holbrook preliminary plat and zoning request, two variances, a site plan amendment, a moving permit, and cannabis code amendments. The commission will also consider approving the October 3rd meeting minutes.

• Holbrook Preliminary Plat, PUD Zoning Request & Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 9550, 9780, and 10080 Little Avenue
• Variance request at 241 Lake Street West to allow 38.2% impervious surface (max 25%) in Shoreland Overlay District
• Site Plan, Design Review & Variance amendment for Olive and Second mixed-use project
• Variance at 141 2nd St. E. for accessory structure exceeding 1,000 sq. ft. floor area on a 10,500 sq. ft. parcel
• Moving permit for Otting House Movers to move a garage from 16 2nd Street West to 32 1st Street East

The Waconia Planning Commission recommended approval of the Holbrook Preliminary Plat, PUD zoning request, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment for properties on Little Avenue, with 17 conditions plus added language on agricultural uses near residential development. The commission tabled a variance request for 241 Lake Street West after a denial motion failed 3-2, and approved a site plan amendment for the Olive & Second project, a variance for 141 2nd St. E., and a moving permit for 16 2nd St. W. Discussion on a new cannabis ordinance was continued to the December 5, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Holbrook Preliminary Plat, PUD, and Comp Plan Amendment (all in favor)
• Tabled variance for 241 Lake Street West (all in favor)
• Denial motion for 241 Lake Street West variance failed (3-2)
• Approved Site Plan Amendment for Olive & Second project (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of variance for 141 2nd St. E. (all in favor)
• Approved moving permit for 16 2nd St. W. (all in favor)
• Continued cannabis ordinance discussion to December 5, 2024 (all in favor)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold public hearings on the 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Project assessments and the vacation of sanitary sewer and driveway easements. The council will also consider approving a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District #6 development agreement, along with routine consent agenda items including contractor payments and a firefighter resignation. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation in Battlefield Ministries v. City of Waconia.

• Public hearing and resolution to approve assessment roll for 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Project (Resolution 2024-236)
• Public hearing and resolution to vacate sanitary sewer and driveway easements on Lots 2 & 3, Block 16, City Lots of Waconia (Resolution 2024-237)
• Resolution approving Tax Increment Financing Plan and Agreement for TIF District #6 (Resolution 2024-222)
• Pay request #25 to Kraus-Anderson Construction for new fire station
• Pay estimates to Bituminous Roadways, Inc. and Valley Paving, Inc. for road and infrastructure work

The City Council adopted a Tax Increment Financing plan for the Olive & Second redevelopment, establishing a $3.5 million pay-as-you-go loan to Monarch Development Partners. The council also finalized assessments for the Downtown Reconstruction Project Phase 2 and vacated sewer and driveway easements to facilitate the same redevelopment project. A consent agenda approving various contractor payments and a firefighter resignation was passed without objection.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-236 for Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2 assessments
• Adopted Resolution 2024-237 vacating sewer and driveway easements for Lots 2 & 3
• Approved Consent Agenda including fire station and road contractor payments
• Adopted Resolution 2024-222 establishing TIF District 6 with $3.5M loan
• Recessed to closed session regarding Battlefield Ministries litigation
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m.

City Council

The Waconia City Council is meeting to hold two public hearings: one to certify delinquent utility and other charges for collection with 2025 property taxes, and another on Tax Increment Financing District #6. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering routine items like expenditures, equipment purchases, and contracts, plus two separate variance requests for properties on Olive Street South and 8th Street.

• Public hearing and resolution to certify delinquent utility and other charges for payment with 2025 taxes
• Public hearing and resolution approving Tax Increment Financing Plan for TIF District #6
• Resolution authorizing acquisition of a 2024 VersaLift VST-55-HDI aerial lift with Ford F600 chassis (CIP Project 308)
• Ordinance No. 776 to allow above-ground portable fuel storage in B-1 Highway Business District and remove it from R-2 Single-Family Residential District
• Variance at 241 Olive Street South for a detached garage (45.2% impervious surface vs. 35% max; 2-ft rear setback vs. 5-ft min) and site plan/variance at 80 8th Street for a 24,640 sq ft industrial building

The Waconia City Council held public hearings and adopted a resolution certifying delinquent utility and other charges for payment with 2025 taxes, and a resolution establishing Tax Increment Financing District 6 tied to Monarch Development Partners' Olive & 2nd project (90 housing units, retail space, up to 33 public parking spaces). The council also approved a 15-item consent agenda after removing the winter loader rental item, which it then approved separately, and approved two variance requests. The TIF development agreement and final District 6 financing resolution are scheduled for the November 4, 2024 council meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-221 certifying delinquent utility and other charges for payment with 2025 taxes
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-222 establishing Tax Increment Financing District 6 (Olive & 2nd redevelopment)
• Adopted consent agenda as published, removing item 6.14 (loader rental)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-232 authorizing rental loader for 2024-2025 winter operations (RDO recommended)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-233 approving variance at 241 Olive Street South
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-234 approving site plan, design review and variance at 80 8th Street
• Consent agenda included resolutions 2024-223 through 2024-232 and 2024-235 (recruitment, aerial lift truck, towing contract, donation, franchise fee study, zoning ordinance, legislative services, speed study, conflict of interest, easements)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 7:00 p.m.

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider a consent agenda with routine items including contractor payments, grant acceptances, and equipment purchases. They will also hold a public hearing on downtown reconstruction assessments, vote on a zoning accommodation request for 145 Maple Terrace, and enter closed session to discuss that request.

• Pay Estimate No. 5 to W.M. Mueller & Sons for Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2
• Resolution 2024-211/212: Declare costs and call public hearing for downtown reconstruction assessments
• Resolution 2024-209: Award contracts for Well #9 and Water Treatment Plant 3 modifications
• Resolution 2024-213: Interfund loan for Lion's Field lighting improvement
• Zoning accommodation request for 145 Maple Terrace

The Waconia City Council granted a reasonable accommodation request for the property at 145 Maple Terrace, allowing a departure from the 35% hard surface limit in the Shores of Lake Waconia PUD District, subject to a stormwater mitigation plan within 90 days and project completion by July 1, 2025. The council also adopted the consent agenda, approving 19 items including contracts, resolutions, and appointments. No items were removed from the consent agenda.

• Granted ADA/Fair Housing accommodation for 145 Maple Terrace, contingent on stormwater plan and completion by July 1, 2025
• Adopted consent agenda including 19 items (motion carried)
• Approved October 7, 2024 expenditures
• Approved contractor pay requests for Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2, East Frontage Road, and Infrastructure Improvements
• Accepted DNR Emerald Ash Borer grant proceeds (Resolution 2024-206)
• Authorized purchase of 2026 Vacuum/Jetting Truck (Resolution 2024-208)
• Awarded contracts for Well #9 and Water Treatment Plant 3 piping (Resolution 2024-209)
• Approved interfund loan for Lion's Field Lighting Improvement (Resolution 2024-213)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold four public hearings at its October 3, 2024 meeting. They will consider a site plan and variance for a 24,640-square-foot industrial building at 80 8th Street, a variance for impervious surface and setback at 241 Olive Street South, an ordinance amendment to allow above-ground portable fuel storage in B-1 districts and remove it from R-2, and the Holbrook preliminary plat, PUD zoning, and comprehensive plan amendment for properties on Little Avenue. The commission will make recommendations on each item.

• Public hearing: Site Plan & Design Review and Variance for 24,640 sq ft industrial building at 80 8th Street, with loading berths facing 8th Street
• Public hearing: Variance at 241 Olive Street South to allow 45.2% impervious surface (max 35%) and 2 ft rear yard setback (min 5 ft) in R-2 district
• Public hearing: Amend Sections 900.05 and 900.11 to allow above-ground portable fuel storage as interim use in B-1 district, remove from R-2
• Public hearing: Holbrook Preliminary Plat, PUD zoning request, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 9550, 9780, and 10080 Little Avenue

The Waconia Planning Commission approved a site plan and variance for a 24,640 sq ft industrial building at 80 8th Street, subject to staff conditions, and approved a variance for 241 Olive Street South. It also recommended approval of an ordinance amendment for above-ground fuel storage in B-1 districts. The Holbrook preliminary plat, PUD zoning, and comprehensive plan amendment were tabled to the November 7 meeting for more traffic information.

• Approved site plan and variance for 80 8th Street (all in favor)
• Approved variance for 241 Olive Street South (all in favor)
• Approved ordinance amendment for above-ground fuel storage (all in favor)
• Tabled Holbrook preliminary plat, PUD zoning, and comp plan amendment to Nov 7
• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adopted agenda as presented

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board is meeting to approve the August meeting minutes and to consider recommending additional pickleball courts at Cedar Point Park. The board will also receive staff updates on park items and hear board updates and questions.

• Recommend approval of additional pickleball courts at Cedar Point Park
• Approve August 15th, 2024 Park Board meeting minutes

The Park Board considered two proposals to add pickleball courts to Cedar Point Park using portable nets. Both motions to recommend these expansions to the City Council failed. No recommendation or support was provided for the project.

• Motion to recommend resurfacing for 4 pickleball courts failed (no second)
• Motion to recommend resurfacing for 6 pickleball courts failed (2-3)

City Council

The Waconia City Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda with routine items, adopt the 2025 preliminary levy, and consider an ordinance to define and allow rural retail in the B-1 Highway Business District. The meeting also includes a work session on retail cannabis registration authority.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2024-205 adopting the 2025 Preliminary Levy
• Adopt Ordinance No. 775 amending Sections 900.04 and 900.05 to define rural retail and allow it in B-1 Highway Business District
• Approve Kraus-Anderson Construction Pay Request #24 for the New Fire Station
• Authorize contract with Suburban Waste Services for garbage and recycling starting October 1, 2024
• Approve temporary on-sale liquor licenses for Waconia Brewing Company and Waconia Legion Post 150

The Waconia City Council approved a preliminary 2025 property tax levy that is 13.8% higher than 2024 for general operations, with an overall net levy increase of 10.86%. The council also approved a zoning ordinance amendment allowing rural retail use (e.g., Tractor Supply) in the B-1 Highway Business District, and adopted the consent agenda covering numerous contracts and purchases.

• Approved preliminary 2025 tax levy with 13.8% general fund increase (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 775 allowing rural retail use in B-1 district (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-204 for summary publication of Ordinance No. 775 (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for Waconia High School Homecoming Parade (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including fire station pay requests, waste contract, and insurance RFQ (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-205 for preliminary levy (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to city code sections 900.04 and 900.05. The amendment would define 'rural lifestyle retail' and allow it as a permitted use with special restrictions in the B-1 Highway Business District. The commission will then recommend approval or denial to the city council. The agenda also includes a work session on cannabis regulation.

• Public hearing on amending Sections 900.04 and 900.05 to define and permit rural lifestyle retail in B-1 Highway Business District
• Recommendation on the proposed zoning amendment
• Work session on cannabis regulation discussion

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted to recommend amending zoning code sections 900.04 and 900.05.7 to establish a "Rural Lifestyle Retail" use in the B-1 Highway Business District, with modifications to strike item 6 and adjust the fence height to 12 feet. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 8th, 2024, meeting.

• Adopted agenda (carried)
• Approved August 8th, 2024 meeting minutes (carried)
• Closed public hearing on code amendments (carried)
• Recommended approval of amendments to sections 900.04 and 900.05.7 with item 6 stricken and fence height limited to 12 feet (carried)
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will vote on routine approvals including construction pay requests, a lodging tax reimbursement, and surplus equipment disposal. They will also discuss a feasibility report for future growth and consider a loan for a local business. Several special event permits and a public hearing for a new Tax Increment Financing district are scheduled.

• Approve Kraus-Anderson Construction Pay Request #23 for New Fire Station ($ undisclosed)
• Approve W.M. Mueller & Sons, Inc. Pay Estimate No. 4 for Waconia Downtown Reconstruction - Phase 2 ($ undisclosed)
• Approve Waconia Works Loan for The Short Cut Salon, Inc. at 132 West Main Street
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024-189 calling for Public Hearing on TIF District #6
• Approve Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Lake Country Libare Distilling LLC dba J. Carver Distillery

The Waconia City Council approved a $20,000 Waconia Works loan to The Short Cut Salon for roof replacement at 132 West Main Street, with a 2% interest rate over five years. The council also accepted the Southeast Area Growth Study feasibility report, adopted the consent agenda (including payments, permits, and resolutions), and directed staff to research DNR noise regulations for Lake Waconia after a resident's complaint.

• Approved $20,000 Waconia Works loan to Short Cut Salon (unanimous)
• Accepted Southeast Area Growth Study feasibility report (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including 12 items (unanimous)
• Approved $2.1M road contract (5-2)
• Directed staff to research DNR noise regulations for Lake Waconia

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing on a 2024 fee schedule ordinance amendment, then vote on several resolutions including site plan and plat approvals for a mixed-use building at Olive & Second, a pickleball facility at Cedar Point Park, a pavement condition rating contract, rejecting bids for Well #9, and a water system study. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as expenditures, contractor payments, and special event permits.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 774 amending fee schedule (chapter 1100)
• Resolution 2024-177/178: Site plan, design review, variance, and plat for Olive & Second mixed-use building
• Resolution 2024-179: Affirming Park Board recommendation for pickleball courts at Cedar Point Park
• Resolution 2024-181: Rejecting all bids for Well #9 and re-advertising the project
• Resolution 2024-182: Authorizing water system study and water model update

The City Council approved the site plan, variance, and plat for a 92-unit apartment building with commercial space. The council also authorized several infrastructure studies and rejected bids for a new water well due to calculation errors.

• Approved site plan, design review, and variance for Olive & Second mixed-use building (carried)
• Approved final plat for Olive & Second mixed-use building (carried)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 774 amending the 2024 Fee Schedule (carried)
• Affirmed Park Board recommendation for dedicated pickleball facility at Cedar Point Park (carried)
• Authorized Pavement Condition Rating Data Collection Contract (carried)
• Rejected bids for Well #9 construction and authorized re-advertising (carried)
• Authorized Water System Study and Water Model Update (carried)
• Approved consent agenda including fire station payment and special event permits (carried)

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board is meeting to approve the June 20th minutes and discuss the Sudheimer Park Plan Concept, seeking direction on the plan. Staff will also provide park items updates, and board members will share updates and questions.

• Discussion and direction on Sudheimer Park Plan Concept
• Approval of June 20th, 2024 Park Board meeting minutes
• Staff Park Items Update
• Board Updates & Questions

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council on site plan, design review, variance, and plat applications for a proposed multi-family and commercial building at Olive & Second Street. The agenda also includes a work session to discuss shoreland flexibility regulations.

• Public hearing for Olive & Second Street Apartments (site plan, design review, variance, plat)
• Recommendation to City Council on the apartment project
• Work session on shoreland flexibility regulations

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted to recommend approval of the site plan, design review, and variance for the Olive & Second Street mixed-use apartment project, subject to 14 conditions including a stormwater solution yet to be vetted. The recommendation will go to the City Council on August 19. The project includes a requested building height of 65 feet, exceeding the 45-foot maximum in the B-3 district.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Olive & Second Street project (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Olive & Second site plan, design review, and variance with 14 conditions (unanimous)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing on vacation of a drainage and utility easement for the Highway Five Business Plaza, then vote on routine approvals including minutes, expenditures, and contractor payments for the new fire station and road projects. They will also discuss senior center programming contracts and fee schedule revisions.

• Vacation of Drainage and Utility Easement at 219 Frontage Road East
• Approve Kraus-Anderson Construction Pay Request #22 for New Fire Station ($1.2M+)
• Approve Woodland Creek Phases 1-4 Development Municipal Improvements
• Call public hearing on City’s Fee Schedule revisions (Chapter 1100)
• Approve temporary liquor licenses for Nickle Dickle Day (Sept 14, 2024)

The City Council approved a budget-neutral agreement with Rink Management to provide staffing and programming for the Senior Center. The council also vacated a drainage and utility easement at 219 East Frontage Road and approved several construction pay requests.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-163 vacating drainage and utility easement at 219 East Frontage Road
• Approved agreement with Rink Management for Senior Center programming services (Resolution No. 2024-172)
• Approved recruitment for Finance Clerk position (Resolution No. 2024-165)
• Approved special event and temporary noise permit for Nickle Dickle Day (Resolution 2024-166)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor licenses for four entities for Nickle Dickle Day
• Approved exempt permit for Church of St. Joseph raffle on September 14, 2024 (Resolution No. 2024-171)
• Accepted Woodland Creek Phases 1 thru 4 municipal improvements (Resolution No. 2024-164)
• Approved multiple pay requests for fire station, road, and alley improvement projects

City Council

The Waconia City Council will meet to approve routine expenditures, contracts, and ordinance amendments. Key decisions include liquor license applications for local events and businesses, a variance for a Lakeview Terrace property, and allocation of local affordable housing aid. The council will also review a site plan for a CrossFit building addition.

• Approve temporary on-sale liquor licenses for Thrivent Financial, Waconia Lions Club, Waconia American Legion Post 150, and others
• Allocate Local Affordable Housing Aid via Resolution No. 2024-160
• Deny zoning appeal for Bode Gray's trash enclosure at 125 1st Street West
• Approve variance for 343 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard to allow 27.84% impervious surface
• Approve site plan for Crusher CrossFit building addition at 219 Frontage Road East

The City Council approved allocating $20,000 of its Local Affordable Housing Aid to support the Carver County CDA's land trust program. The council also approved a zoning appeal for a trash enclosure, a shoreline variance, and a site plan for a Crossfit addition. All other items were approved via the consent agenda.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-160 allocating $20,000 of Local Affordable Housing Aid to Carver County CDA land trust program
• Approved appeal of Bode Gray's trash enclosure at 125 1st Street West (4-1, Sorensen opposed)
• Approved variance at 343 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard for hardcover improvements up to 27.84%
• Approved site plan and design review for 680 sq ft addition to Crusher Crossfit at 219 Frontage Road East
• Adopted consent agenda including contracts, licenses, and ordinance amendments

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 343 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard to allow impervious surface up to 27.84% versus the 25% maximum in the Shoreland Overlay District. They will also review a site plan for an addition to the Crusher Crossfit building at 219 Frontage Road E and make a recommendation to the City Council. The agenda includes routine items: approving the June 6, 2024 minutes and adopting the agenda.

• Public hearing on variance for 343 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard to exceed impervious surface limit in Shoreland Overlay District
• Site plan and design review for addition to Crusher Crossfit building at 219 Frontage Road E
• Recommendation to City Council on the site plan application
• Approval of June 6, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Waconia Planning Commission approved a shoreland variance for 343 Lakeview Terrace Boulevard allowing hardcover improvements up to 27.84% (above the 25% maximum) with tree-replacement conditions, and approved a Site Plan and Design Review for a 680-square-foot addition to Crusher Crossfit at 219 Frontage Road East with 10 conditions. Both votes were unanimous among the five members present. The commission also approved its June 6, 2024 minutes and adopted the agenda. Staff updates noted a redevelopment plan for 2nd Street and Olive, a denied City Council request from 854 Beach Road, and 71 new home construction permits issued so far this year.

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider a resolution to deny a zoning accommodation request from Battlefield Ministries at 415 W 1st Street. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, expenditures, a contractor pay request, and several resolutions. A request for private use of public property at 854 Beach Road is also set for denial.

• Resolution 2024-146 denying zoning accommodation for Battlefield Ministries, 415 W 1st Street
• Pay Estimate No. 2 to W.M. Mueller & Sons, Inc. for Waconia Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2
• Resolution 2024-139 authorizing quotes for Lift Station L52 VFD replacement
• Resolution 2024-141 accepting cash donation for Parks Department operations
• Resolutions 2024-143/144/145 for Carver County Fair liquor, bingo, and raffle permits

The City Council denied a zoning accommodation request for Battlefield Ministries and a private use of public property request at 854 Beach Road. The Council also approved several consent items, including budget amendments and liquor licenses for the Carver County Fair.

• Denied zoning accommodation for Battlefield Ministries (Resolution No. 2024-146)
• Denied private use of public property request at 854 Beach Road (Resolution No. 2024-142)
• Approved 2024 2nd Quarter Budget Amendments (Resolution No. 2024-140)
• Approved replacement quotes for Lift Station L52 VFD (Resolution No. 2024-139)
• Approved cash donation for Parks Department Operations (Resolution No. 2024-141)
• Approved liquor license, bingo, and raffle permits for Carver County Fair (Resolutions No. 2024-143, 2024-144, 2024-145)
• Approved June 17, 2024 City Council Minutes
• Approved July 1, 2024 Expenditures and Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2 Pay Request #2

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will consider a recommendation to the City Council on converting the Cedar Point Park court facility to a pickleball-only facility, along with related policy and management items. The board will also approve the May 16th meeting minutes and receive staff updates.

• Recommendation on Cedar Point Park pickleball facility conversion
• Approval of May 16th Park Board meeting minutes

The Waconia Parks & Recreation Board considered a request from local groups to convert tennis/pickleball courts at Cedar Point Park into a dedicated pickleball facility. A motion to recommend this conversion to the City Council failed with a 2-3 vote. The board also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes, and received staff updates on park maintenance and a new Public Services Director.

• Agenda approved (all in favor)
• May 16, 2024 meeting minutes approved (all in favor)
• Motion to recommend converting Cedar Point Park courts to pickleball-only failed (2-3)
• Meeting adjourned (all in favor)

City Council

The City Council will consider several construction pay requests for the new fire station and downtown reconstruction. The meeting also includes decisions on a new fire engine purchase, road projects, and a zoning request for Battlefield Ministries.

• Pay Request #21 for the New Fire Station project by Kraus-Anderson Construction
• Purchase of a new 2026 Custom Fire Engine from CustomFire Apparatus
• Contract award for Waconia Parkway North Mill and Overlay to Bituminous Roadways, Inc.
• Pay Estimate No. 4 to GMH Asphalt, Inc. for the 2023 Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Zoning Accommodation Request for Battlefield Ministries

The Waconia City Council voted to deny a reasonable accommodation request from Battlefield Ministries to allow six unrelated persons to live in a group sober living setting at 415 1st Street West, directing staff to draft a denial resolution. The council also approved the Goodwill site plan at 860 Marketplace Drive, denied an after-the-fact permit for private landscaping on public property at 854 Beach Road, and accepted Council Member Yetzer's resignation.

• Denied reasonable accommodation request from Battlefield Ministries (motion carried)
• Approved site plan for Goodwill at 860 Marketplace Drive (Resolution 2024-135)
• Denied private use of public property request at 854 Beach Road (3-2)
• Awarded Waconia Parkway North Mill and Overlay contract to Bituminous Roadways (Resolution 2024-136)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for trail reconstruction ($45,121.50)
• Accepted Council Member Yetzer's resignation effective June 30, 2024 (Resolution 2024-138)
• Adopted consent agenda including multiple resolutions and agreements

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an after-the-fact variance for 854 Beach Road. The body will also review the site plan and design for a proposed Goodwill project at 860 Marketplace Drive to provide a recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing for after-the-fact variance at 854 Beach Road
• Site plan and design review for Goodwill at 860 Marketplace Drive
• Approval of May 2nd, 2024, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission denied an after-the-fact variance for hardcover limits at 854 Beach Road and approved the site plan and design review for a new Goodwill location. Both items will proceed to the City Council for further consideration on June 17, 2024.

• Denied after-the-fact Variance at 854 Beach Road (3-2)
• Approved Site Plan and Design Review for Goodwill Waconia (unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider routine consent agenda items including minutes, expenditures, and several resolutions, and will hold a public hearing on a zoning accommodation request from Battlefield Ministries, which is expected to be continued to June 17. The council will also discuss a pickleball request at Cedar Point Park and receive the 2023 annual fire report.

• Public hearing on zoning accommodation request from Battlefield Ministries
• Pay Estimate No. 1 to W.M. Mueller & Sons, Inc. for Waconia Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2
• Resolution 2024-120 approving quotes for skidsteer replacement (Capital Equipment Project #588)
• Resolution 2024-125 approving premises permit for lawful gambling for Waconia Lions Club
• Discussion on pickleball request at Cedar Point Park

The City Council opened a public hearing on a zoning accommodation request from Battlefield Ministries at 415 1st Street West, heard public comments, and voted to continue the hearing to the June 17, 2024 meeting. The council also discussed a pickleball court restriping request for Cedar Point Park but took no action, directing staff to bring it to the Park Board for review. All consent agenda items were approved.

• Adopted agenda as published (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for Battlefield Ministries zoning accommodation request (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing to June 17, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, expenditures, pay request, and resolutions 2024-120 through 2024-125 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to send pickleball court request to Park Board for review and recommendation

City Council

The Waconia City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including expenditures, contractor payments for the new fire station, and various resolutions. Under council business, they will consider ordering a feasibility study for the Phase 3 downtown reconstruction project, accept the audited financial report, and decide whether to adopt a proposed amendment to accessory structure regulations (recommended not to adopt).

• Resolution 2024-117: Order feasibility study for Phase 3 Downtown Reconstruction
• Resolution 2024-118: Accept audited annual comprehensive financial report for 2023
• Recommendation to NOT adopt amendment to Section 900.06 allowing exemptions for small sheds under 35 sq ft
• Approve Kraus-Anderson pay requests for new fire station (including #20)
• Approve capital projects for carpet/flooring replacement at Waconia Ice Arena and Safari Island Community Center

The City Council approved a resolution to prepare a feasibility study and assessment benefit evaluation for the Phase 3 downtown reconstruction project, and authorized geotechnical work and property inspections for Phases 3 and 4. The council also accepted the 2023 audited financial report with no findings, and voted not to adopt an ordinance amendment that would have exempted small sheds from permitting and setback rules.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-117 ordering feasibility study and assessment evaluation for Phase 3 downtown reconstruction
• Approved geotechnical services (soil borings) from Haugo Geotechnical Services for $10,400
• Approved property inspections from American Engineering and Testing for $124,775
• Adopted Resolution 2024-118 accepting the 2023 audited financial report
• Voted not to adopt amendment to Section 900.06 allowing shed exemptions (motion carried to not adopt)
• Adopted consent agenda including multiple resolutions (2024-109 through 2024-119)

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will discuss and provide direction regarding development concepts for Sudheimer Park. The meeting also includes staff updates and board questions.

• Sudheimer Park Development Concepts discussion

The Waconia Parks & Recreation Board reviewed three design concepts for Sudheimer Park, providing input on trail types, boardwalks, and connections. No formal decision was made; staff will develop cost and phasing recommendations for the Capital Investment Plan. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from the March 21, 2024 meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Reviewed Sudheimer Park design concepts; no vote taken
• Adjourned at 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will consider issuing $6,080,000 in general obligation bonds for infrastructure improvements, along with several routine consent agenda items including expenditures, insurance renewal, and bid authorizations. The council will also discuss a temporary parking waiver at 650 Copper Court and receive staff reports on lead service line outreach and law enforcement.

• Consider issuance and sale of $6,080,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A for infrastructure projects
• Authorize solicitation of bids for Capital Project #129-E, Waconia Parkway N Overlay
• Authorize solicitation of pricing for Capital Project #314 - Construction Well #9
• Approve temporary on-sale liquor licenses for Waconia American Legion Post 150
• Temporary parking waiver at 650 Copper Court

The Waconia City Council approved the issuance and sale of $6,080,000 in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A, to finance the 2024 infrastructure improvement project, the city's portion of the Waconia Parkway North Roundabout, and construction of Well #9. The council also denied a temporary parking waiver for a commercial vehicle at 650 Copper Court, approved the hire of a Technology Services Technician, and granted temporary on-sale liquor licenses to the Waconia American Legion Post 150. The consent agenda was adopted, including expenditures, insurance renewal, and several resolutions for project bids and firefighter statuses.

• Approved $6,080,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A (unanimous)
• Denied temporary parking waiver at 650 Copper Court (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Technology Services Technician (mayor abstained)
• Approved three temporary on-sale liquor licenses for American Legion Post 150 (council member abstained)
• Adopted consent agenda including expenditures, insurance renewal, and bid authorizations (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will consider two public hearings: a comprehensive plan amendment for 530 Hartmann Drive and a proposed amendment to accessory structure regulations that would exempt small sheds (under 35 square feet) from certain permit, setback, and hardcover requirements. The commission will also approve minutes from previous meetings and discuss dynamic signage in a work session.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 530 Hartmann Drive
• Public hearing on amending Section 900.06, Subd. 1 to allow permit, setback, and hardcover exemption for sheds not exceeding 35 square feet
• Approval of February 8, 2024 and March 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Work session on dynamic signage

The Waconia Planning Commission approved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 530 Hartmann Drive, a required step for annexation. They also denied a proposed ordinance amendment to exempt small sheds (35 sq ft or less) from permit requirements, voting 3-2. The denial will be forwarded to the City Council for a final decision at their May 20th meeting.

• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 530 Hartmann Drive (motion carried)
• Denied amendment to Section 900.06, Subd. 1 regarding accessory structure exemptions (3-2)
• Approved February 8, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved March 7, 2024 minutes (motion carried)

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board is meeting to discuss regular business, including a tree planting and trail clean-up initiative. The agenda also includes staff park items update and board updates. This appears to be a routine meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Tree Planting & Trail Clean-Up discussion
• Staff Park Items Update
• Board Updates & Questions

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to vacate drainage and utility easements in the Island View Addition, part of the Sandy Shores plat. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, expenditures, construction pay requests, and several resolutions, including a development agreement for Waterford 8th Addition and a liquor license amendment. The council will also recess to closed session to discuss the sale of real property at 401 13th St E.

• Public hearing on vacation of drainage and utility easements, Island View Addition, Lots 1 & Outlot A (Sandy Shores)
• Approve Kraus-Anderson Construction Pay Request #19 for new fire station
• Resolution 2024-093: Waterford 8th Addition Development Agreement with JMH Land Development Company
• Resolution 2024-096: Pricing for Capital Equipment Project #588 - Skidsteer Replacement
• Liquor license amendment for Sizzle Street Corporation, 813 Marketplace Drive (May 1, 2024 – Jan 31, 2025)

The Waconia City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved Resolution No. 2024-091 to vacate drainage and utility easements on parts of Island View Addition, enabling the Sandy Shores residential development. The council also adopted a consent agenda covering financial approvals, appointments, and agreements, and later entered a closed session to discuss the sale of property at 401 13th St E.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-091 vacating drainage and utility easements for Sandy Shores (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2024 City Council minutes
• Approved April 15, 2024 expenditures
• Approved Rink Management Services Corporation expenditures for Waconia Ice Arena and Safari Island Community Center (March 2024)
• Approved Kraus-Anderson Construction pay requests for the new fire station
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-092 appointing Public Services Director
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-093 approving Waterford 8th Addition development agreement with JMH Land Development Company, LLC
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-094 approving Carver County Smart Water Program 2024 participation agreement

City Council

The Waconia City Council will review several items including a large bond sale for infrastructure and a new well. The meeting also includes decisions on various liquor licenses, special event permits, and facility management contracts.

• Sale of $6,470,000 General Obligation Bonds for infrastructure and Well #9 construction
• 6-year contract addendum with Rink Management Service Corporation for ice arena and Safari Island
• 4-year lease agreement with Johnson Fitness & Wellness for cardio equipment
• Ordinance No. 771 amending Chapter 560 regarding dogs and cats
• Denial of ordinance amendment submitted by Battlefield Ministries

The Waconia City Council approved the sale of $6,470,000 in general obligation bonds to fund 2024 infrastructure improvements and Well #9 construction. They also approved a six-year contract addendum with Rink Management Services for managing the ice arena and community center, and approved a capital project for dugout shades at Brook Peterson Fields. All consent agenda items were adopted except one, which was considered separately and approved.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-088 for $6,470,000 GO bond sale (unanimous)
• Approved 6-year contract addendum with Rink Management Services (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Project #702 for Brook Peterson dugout shades (unanimous)
• Approved 4-year lease with Johnson Fitness & Wellness for cardio equipment (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including 18 items (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 560 on dogs and cats
• Approved temporary liquor licenses for Waconia Lions Club events
• Approved special event permits for Walk on Waconia and Don't Worry Be Hoppy races

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes and discuss a design charette for Sudheimer Park. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda beyond procedural approvals.

• Approval of January 18, 2024 Park Board meeting minutes
• Discussion & Direction on Sudheimer Park Design Charette

City Council

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing on vacating a drainage and utility easement in Waterford 7th Addition, then consider several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include awarding the 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2 project, approving a variance at 101 Lake Street East, and amending zoning for Battlefield Ministries. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, expenditures, and construction pay requests.

• Public hearing on vacation of drainage and utility easement in Waterford 7th Addition, Outlots A and B
• Resolution 2024-069 awarding 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2 project
• Resolution 2024-070 approving variance at 101 Lake Street East
• Ordinance 771 amending district regulations for Battlefield Ministries
• Resolution 2024-067 approving Waterford 8th Addition final plat

The Council approved the Phase 2 Downtown Reconstruction project, awarding the contract to WM Mueller & Sons. They also approved a variance for a garage at 101 Lake Street East and a Comprehensive Plan amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North. However, the Council denied an ordinance amendment requested by Battlefield Ministries that would have altered permitted uses in the R-2 Residential District.

• Approved vacation of drainage/utility easements in Waterford 7th Addition (Resolution 2024-065)
• Approved Waterford 8th Addition Final Plat for 28 single-family and 34 townhome parcels (Resolution 2024-067)
• Approved Lower Viewing Room Door installation at Waconia Ice Arena for $13,284 (3-2 vote, Resolution 2024-068)
• Awarded 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2 to WM Mueller & Sons (Resolution 2024-069)
• Approved variance for detached garage at 101 Lake Street East (Resolution 2024-070)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North to Low Density Residential (Resolution 2024-071)
• Denied Ordinance 771 amendment for Battlefield Ministries in R-2 District (Resolution 2024-072)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance request for 101 Lake Street East to allow a detached garage and site improvements with reduced setbacks and increased impervious surface. They will also consider continued items: a comprehensive plan amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North and an amendment to allow transitional housing in single-family homes.

• Public hearing: variance at 101 Lake Street East for 1.8 ft side setback (vs 15 ft required), 37.7% impervious surface (vs 25% max), and additional curb cut
• Continued: Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North to change land use guidance from Rural to Low Density Residential
• Continued: Amendment to Section 900.05 to allow up to six unrelated individuals in a single-family home for transitional housing (Battlefield Ministries)

The Waconia Planning Commission approved a variance for 101 Lake Street East to build a detached garage that exceeds the 25% impervious surface limit in the Shoreland Overlay District, encroaches on a 15-foot side street setback, and adds a second curb cut. The approval carries five conditions from the staff report and passed 4-1 after a motion to deny failed for lack of a second. The commission also approved a Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide the 30-acre Klinkner property at 7845 County Road 10 North from Rural to Low Density residential (3-2), and approved an ordinance amendment to Section 900.05 removing the phrase 'licensed by the State of Minnesota' from residential facility regulations, allowing either a conditional use permit or an interim use permit.

• Approved variance for detached garage at 101 Lake Street East with 5 conditions of approval (4-1)
• Motion to deny the 101 Lake Street East variance failed for lack of a second
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment re-guiding 7845 County Road 10 North from Rural to Low Density residential (3-2)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Section 900.05 removing 'licensed by the State of Minnesota' and allowing conditional or interim use permit (all in favor)
• Adopted the March 7, 2024 agenda (motion carried)
• Closed the public hearing on the 101 Lake Street East variance (motion carried)
• Adjourned at 7:45pm (all in favor)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will meet on March 4, 2024, to adopt routine and non-controversial items via consent agenda, including approving February meeting minutes, March expenditures, and resolutions for a holiday lighting donation, hiring a probationary firefighter, and capital projects. The council will also decide on a zoning appeal for a shed permit at 300 Olive Street South, award a construction contract for 2024 infrastructure improvements, and approve a survey for downtown reconstruction phases.

• Deny zoning appeal for shed permit at 300 Olive Street South
• Award $2024-062 construction contract for 2024 infrastructure improvements to Valley Paving
• Approve $2024-059 low bid for Downtown Reconstruction Phase 2 street lighting equipment
• Approve $2024-057 capital project for Lower Viewing Room door installation at Waconia Ice Arena
• Approve $2024-061 Sidewalk Café License and Encroachment Agreement for Waconia Brewing Company

The Waconia City Council denied an administrative appeal from property owners at 300 Olive Street South, upholding staff's determination that a shed permit is required for their proposed 30-square-foot garden enclosure. The council also awarded the 2024 infrastructure improvements construction contract to Valley Paving, approved survey and geotechnical work for future downtown reconstruction phases, and authorized the purchase of fleet pickups. A resolution for ice arena door installation was rejected after a tie vote, and staff was directed to solicit new quotes.

• Denied administrative appeal for shed permit at 300 Olive Street South (motion carried)
• Awarded 2024 infrastructure improvements contract to Valley Paving (motion carried)
• Approved survey and geotechnical review for 2025-2026 downtown reconstruction (motion carried)
• Authorized purchase agreement for fleet pickups (motion carried)
• Rejected ice arena door installation bid; directed staff to solicit new quotes (3-1)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will vote on a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including minutes, expenditures, and contractor payments for the new fire station and Waconia Parkway South improvements. They will also consider resolutions to hire probationary firefighters, approve a special event permit for The Frunge, and grant a variance for a porch addition at 32 Vine Street North. A work session will discuss the Rink Management contract renewal and cat regulation.

• Approve Kraus-Anderson pay request #17 for the New Fire Station
• Approve final pay request to GMH Asphalt for Waconia Parkway South Improvements
• Adopt Resolution 2024-052 to hire probationary firefighters
• Adopt Resolution 2024-054 granting a variance at 32 Vine Street North for porch encroachments
• Adopt Resolution 2024-053 approving special event permit for The Frunge

The Waconia City Council approved a variance for a porch addition at 32 Vine Street North that encroaches into the required 10-foot side yard setback in the R-4 Mixed Residential District. The Planning Commission had recommended approval 4-0. The council also adopted the consent agenda, which included prior meeting minutes, expenditures, contractor pay requests, a storm water reuse agreement, and resolutions on technology staffing, probationary firefighters, and a special event permit.

• Adopted the agenda as published (motion carried)
• Adopted the consent agenda (motion carried), including approval of February 5, 2024 minutes and February 20, 2024 expenditures
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-054 granting a variance at 32 Vine Street North for a porch addition encroaching into the 10-foot side yard setback (motion carried)
• Approved Kraus-Anderson pay requests for the new fire station (consent agenda)
• Approved final contractor pay request #12 for Waconia Parkway South Improvements (consent agenda)
• Approved a storm water reuse agreement with City Homes on 10th LLC (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-051 on Technology Services Department structure and recruitment (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-052 authorizing hiring of probationary firefighters (consent agenda)

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold three public hearings and make recommendations on a variance for a porch addition, an ordinance amendment for transitional housing, and a comprehensive plan amendment for a property on County Road 10. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 4 meeting and receive staff updates.

• Variance request for 32 Vine Street North to allow porch encroachments of 4.6 ft and 4.4 ft into side yard setbacks (10 ft required in R-4 district)
• Proposed amendment to Section 900.05 to allow up to six unrelated individuals in a single-family home for transitional housing (Battlefield Ministries)
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North to re-guide a portion from Rural (R) to Low Density Residential (L)

The Commission approved a variance for a building project at 32 Vine Street North. Requests to amend R-2 district regulations for Battlefield Ministries and a Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North were both tabled for further information.

• Approved variance application for 32 Vine Street North with two staff report conditions
• Tabled Ordinance Amendment for Battlefield Ministries (Section 900.05) until March 7th pending City Attorney input
• Denied Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North (2-3)
• Tabled Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 7845 County Road 10 North until March 7th pending access information

City Council

The Waconia City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items and discuss several business items. Key actions include authorizing bids for the 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Phase II and lighting equipment, and approving a Waconia Works loan for Waconia 1 Collision & Auto. The agenda also includes many routine approvals such as minutes, expenditures, licenses, and contracts.

• Authorize bid for 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Phase II and lighting equipment (Resolutions 2024-047, 2024-048)
• Approve Waconia Works Loan for Waconia 1 Collision & Auto (Resolution 2024-049)
• Approve Kraus-Anderson Construction Pay Request #16 for new fire station
• Authorize purchase agreement with Fury Ford Waconia for 2024 Ford Explorer Command Vehicle (CIP #338)
• Accept grant proceeds for Waterford Inclusive Playground Project from MN DNR (Resolution 2024-044)

The Waconia City Council approved a 21-item consent agenda covering prior meeting minutes, expenditures, several resolutions, and a vehicle purchase. In separate business, the council authorized bidding for the 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Phase II project and its street lighting, and approved a Waconia Works loan for Waconia 1 Collision & Auto. No substantive items were removed from the consent agenda, and the meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

• Adopted consent agenda including 21 items (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-047 authorizing bid for 2024 Downtown Reconstruction Phase II (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-048 authorizing bid for lighting equipment for the project (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-049 approving Waconia Works Loan for Waconia 1 Collision & Auto (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-036 updating designation of official depositories (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-041 authorizing purchase agreement with Fury Ford Waconia for a 2024 Ford Explorer Command Vehicle (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-044 accepting grant proceeds for Waterford Inclusive Playground Project from MN DNR (consent agenda)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-050 approving quotes for high service pump & VFD replacement (consent agenda)

Park Board

The Waconia Park Board will hold its first 2024 meeting to nominate and select the chair and vice-chair positions, receive updates on park and trail projects, and hear staff and board reports. No ordinances or contracts are scheduled for action.

• Nominate and select 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair positions
• Discussion of 2024 Park & Trail Project Updates

The Waconia Parks & Recreation Board unanimously re-elected Lacey Shaw as chair and Tom Adamini as vice chair for 2024. Administrator Shane Fineran provided updates on planned 2024 projects, including trail connections near CSAH 10 and flooring replacements at Safari Island. Staff also reported ongoing maintenance work, such as tree trimming and bench installations.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes from June 21, 2023, approved
• Lacey Shaw re-elected as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Tom Adamini elected as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

City Council

The Waconia City Council will meet to adopt a consent agenda including routine expenditures, tobacco and waste hauler licenses, and resolutions for off-site gambling, election judges, and capital project pricing. The council will also approve contractor payments for the new fire station and an asphalt project, and consider a denied variance for a property at 150 Stacy Circle.

• Approve $16,2024 expenditures
• Approve $2024-030 capital project pricing for High Service Pump & VFD Replacement
• Approve Kraus Anderson payment for New Fire Station project
• Approve GMH Asphalt payment for East Frontage Road Parking Lot
• Deny after-the-fact variance for 150 Stacy Circle

The Waconia City Council approved its consent agenda, including resolutions on tobacco licenses, waste hauler licenses, election judges, fire department donations and a probationary firefighter. It adopted a recruitment profile for a new Public Services Director and authorized public bidding for 2024 asphalt maintenance projects on Sugarbush, Willowbrook and Burandt Blvd. The council denied an after-the-fact variance at 150 Stacy Circle that would have exceeded the 25% hardcover limit in the Shoreland Overlay District, following a 5-0 Planning Commission recommendation for denial. The meeting also included staff reports on 2023 Carver County Sheriff's Office call data and board announcements.

• Adopted consent agenda as published, including January 16, 2024 expenditures (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-025 approving delegation of Business Administrator for electronic funds transfers
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-026 approving tobacco license applications
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-027 approving waste and recycle hauler licenses
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-028 approving off-site gambling application for Waconia Lions
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-029 appointing election judges
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-030 authorizing solicitation of pricing for Capital Project #772 High Service Pump & VFD Replacement
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-031 accepting cash donations for Fire Department operations

Planning Commission

The Waconia Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business and one substantive item: a continued decision on an after-the-fact variance for a property at 150 Stacy Circle that exceeded the hardcover maximum in the Shoreland Overlay District. The commission will vote to recommend approval or denial. The agenda also includes adopting minutes, electing officers, and a staff update.

• Continued after-the-fact variance decision for 150 Stacy Circle to exceed hardcover maximum in Shoreland Overlay District
• Election of officers
• Approval of December 7, 2023 meeting minutes

The Waconia Planning Commission denied an after-the-fact variance for 150 Stacy Circle, which exceeded the Shoreland Overlay District's 25% hard cover limit at about 35% coverage. The denial was based on the application not meeting variance criteria, including lack of unique circumstances not created by the landowner. The commission also elected Chad Genz as Chair and Joe Polunc as Vice Chair for 2024.

• Denied after-the-fact variance for 150 Stacy Circle (motion carried)
• Elected Chad Genz as Chair of the Planning Commission for 2024
• Elected Joe Polunc as Vice Chair of the Planning Commission for 2024
• Approved the agenda (motion carried)
• Approved December 7, 2023 meeting minutes as drafted (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider various administrative appointments, infrastructure pay requests, and grant acceptances. The meeting also includes discussions on security system upgrades and local loan approvals.

• Security system upgrades for the Ice Arena and Grandstand with USA Security
• Pay requests for GMH Asphalt, Inc. regarding 2023 Infrastructure and Downtown Reconstruction
• Acceptance of Metropolitan Council grant proceeds for Inflow & Infiltration projects
• Waconia Works Loan approval for 25 1st Street West
• Orchard Park Right of Way and Storm Sewer Joint Powers Agreement

The Waconia City Council denied a request from the Stonegate Homeowners Association to postpone changes to the city's sidewalk snow removal policy until the 2024/2025 winter season. The council also approved a consent agenda with several routine appointments and resolutions, with one item removed for separate discussion. The council approved the city insurance agent appointment 4-1, with one member voting against.

• Denied Resolution No. 2024-021 to postpone sidewalk snow removal changes for Stonegate HOA
• Adopted consent agenda with 23 items, including appointments and routine resolutions
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-022 accepting cash donations for War Memorial restoration (Sorensen abstained)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-023 special event permit for Polar Plunge
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-009 appointment of city insurance agent (4-1)