Woodbury public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council met to discuss approving a Memorandum of Agreement between the State of Minnesota and local governments. The resolution would authorize Woodbury's participation in national settlements with opioid distributors and manufacturers.

• Resolution 21-268: Approving the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for national opioid settlements
• Authorization to participate in settlements with McKesson, Cardinal Health, AmerisourceBergen, and Johnson & Johnson

The Woodbury City Council voted 4-0 (with one absence) to adopt Resolution 21-268, approving the Memorandum of Agreement between the State of Minnesota and local governments and authorizing participation in national opioid settlements. The resolution allows the city to sign participation forms by January 2, 2022, though the city's share of settlement funds has not yet been determined. The council also discussed that a special fund would need to be established for any settlement proceeds.

• Adopted Resolution 21-268 approving the opioid settlement MOA and authorizing participation (4-0, Date absent)
• Adjourned the special meeting at 6:13 p.m. (4-0, Date absent)

City Council

The Woodbury City Council adopted the 2022 property tax levy and budget, including various fund budgets and debt levy cancellations, with a 4-1 vote (Wilson dissenting). The council also approved the Copper Hills rezoning, PUD, preliminary plat, and conditional use permit for a 182-unit residential development, adding conditions for stormwater reuse system maintenance and park access. Several consent agenda items were approved, including contracts, grants, and appointments.

• Adopted 2022 budget and tax levy (Resolution 21-217 through 21-244) (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved Copper Hills rezoning from R-1 to R-4 (Ordinance 2013) (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved Copper Hills CUP with added conditions for stormwater reuse maintenance and park access (Resolution 21-262) (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved Copper Hills PUD, preliminary plat, and site plan with conditions (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved two-way stop sign installation at Plymouth Road and Bailey Lake Drive (Resolution 21-263) (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved 2022 fee schedule update (Ordinance 2011) (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved 2022 classification and compensation plan for unrepresented employees (Resolution 21-264) (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved Central Park funding agreement with Washington County (Resolution 21-265) (4-1, Wilson no)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider adopting its 2022 budget of $1,313,900 and its 2022 meeting calendar. The budget includes funds for housing loans, Housing Action Plan projects, and staff costs, with revenue from property taxes, loan payments, and fund balance.

• Adoption of 2022 HRA budget totaling $1,313,900, including $550,000 for loan pool disbursements and $520,000 for Housing Action Plan projects
• Approval of 2022 HRA meeting calendar with meetings on January 26, September 28, and December 14
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2021 HRA meeting

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved its 2022 budget via Resolution 21-09, setting a property tax levy of $250,000, well below the maximum allowed. The board also approved the consent agenda, including the October 27, 2021 meeting minutes and the 2022 calendar. No public hearings were held.

• Adopted Resolution 21-09 approving the 2022 HRA budget (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including October 27, 2021 minutes and 2022 calendar (5-0)

Economic Development Authority

The Woodbury Economic Development Authority unanimously approved the 2022 EDA budget via Resolution 21-04, with proposed expenditures of $50,100 for professional services, $25,000 for advertising and promotion, and $3,600 for administration. Revenue sources include an EDA fund balance of $68,100, $10,500 in investment income, and $100 in LMCIT dividends. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the July 28, 2021 meeting minutes and the 2022 EDA calendar.

• Adopted 2022 EDA Budget via Resolution 21-04 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including July 28, 2021 minutes and 2022 EDA calendar (5-0)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Woodbury Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss and potentially act on several items: a request for an Angel of Hope memorial statue, a climate action planning presentation, an update on the 2022 Community Development Block Grant project at Shawnee Park, and final concept approval for Valley Creek Park Phase II. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and project updates.

• Angel of Hope statue request (Memorandum No. 21-28)
• Climate Action Planning 101 presentation (Memorandum No. 21-29)
• 2022 Community Development Block Grant project at Shawnee Park update (Memorandum No. 21-30)
• Final Concept Approval for Valley Creek Park Phase II (Memorandum No. 21-31)
• Monthly update (Memorandum No. 21-32)

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the final concept plan for Valley Creek Park Phase II, which includes an 8-foot-wide bituminous trail and reduced tree impacts. The commission also expressed support for an Angel of Hope memorial in a city park, with staff to continue working on agreements. Minutes from the November 3 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Approved November 3, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved Final Concept Plan for Valley Creek Park Phase II (all in favor)
• Expressed support for Angel of Hope memorial, directing staff to continue planning

City Council

The Woodbury City Council is meeting to consider two main items: authorizing a comment letter on Washington County's 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan, and approving a contract with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for engineering services on the Dale Road improvement project. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a public open forum.

• Authorize transmittal of comment letter on Washington County's Draft Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2026
• Approve resolution 21-216 for engineering contract with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for Dale Road project
• Approve abstract of bills for November 5, 2021 totaling $1,978,251.66
• Dale Road project from one-eighth mile east of C.S.A.H. 19 to Cottage Grove Drive
• Public open forum for non-agenda comments

The Woodbury City Council approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, a comment letter to Washington County, an engineering contract for a road project, and $1,978,251.66 in bills. No substantive decisions were made beyond these routine items.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Council minutes of February 24, 2021
• Authorized transmittal of comment letter on Washington County CIP 2022-2026
• Adopted Resolution 21-216 for engineering services with Bolton & Menk for Dale Road improvement project
• Approved abstract of bills totaling $1,978,251.66

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council is reviewing proposed adjustments to the 2022 property tax levy and budget. Discussion includes staffing changes for the Inspection Division and shifts in HUD fund allocations. The council is also reviewing a draft legislative program focused on Central Park and housing development.

• Proposed 2022 total dollar levy of $41,976,885
• Proposed 2022 preliminary budget of $130,581,602
• Staffing adjustments for the General Fund Community Development Department-Inspection Division
• Expansion of the Shawnee Park rehabilitation project via CDBG funds
• $15 million state bonding request for Central Park expansion and renovation

City Council

The Woodbury City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items and several public hearings on development projects, including rezoning and preliminary plats for Briarcroft South, Hartung Farm, AirLake North, and Blaksley 2nd Addition. The council will also vote on equipment purchases, contract awards, and a budget amendment for federal funds. Public comments are accepted in person or virtually.

• Rezoning and PUD approvals for Briarcroft South, Hartung Farm, and AirLake North (Ordinances 2008-2010)
• Lake Road Rehabilitation and 4-3 Lane Conversion Project: $44,000 amended contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc.
• Dump truck equipment purchase up to $540,308 from Towmaster, LLC
• Wheel loader purchase up to $242,000 from Nuss Truck & Equipment
• Acceptance of American Rescue Plan Act funds and 2021 budget amendment

The Woodbury City Council failed to approve the 2022 Roadway Rehabilitation Project for the Royal Oaks neighborhood, as the motion did not receive the required 4/5 super majority vote (3-2). The project will be reconsidered with the Capital Improvement Plan, and the council will review road rehabilitation policies. The council also approved a separate motion to prepare improvements to Ojibway Park and trails.

• Approved consent agenda items A-N except M (5-0)
• Denied 2022 Roadway Rehabilitation Project preliminary report (3-2, failed to reach 4/5 majority)
• Approved directing staff to prepare Ojibway Park and trail improvements (5-0)
• Approved Lake Road and Pioneer Drive roundabout project (4-1)
• Approved opening Sub-Phase 2C of growth management strategy (4-1)
• Approved Briarcroft South rezoning, CUP, PUD, and preliminary plat (4-1)
• Approved Hartung Farm rezoning, CUP, PUD, and preliminary plat (4-1)
• Approved AirLake North rezoning, CUP, PUD, preliminary plat, and site plan (4-1)

Audit and Investment Commission

The Audit and Investment Commission will review the 2021 audit scope and engagement letter from Bergan KDV, receive an update on the cybersecurity assessment, and hear quarterly investment results from Ehlers. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a verbal update on staffing changes in the Finance Division.

• Review 2021 audit engagement letter with Bergan KDV; estimated audit fee $57,400 plus $3,000-$6,000 per Single Audit program
• Cybersecurity Assessment Review update presentation by ICT Director Robert James
• Quarterly investment results review with Ehlers
• Approval of August 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on staffing changes in Administration and Finance Department

The Audit and Investment Commission approved the audit engagement letter with BerganKDV for the 2021 financial audit, which will include a federal single audit due to federal funding. The commission also approved the August 10, 2021 minutes and received updates on staffing changes, cybersecurity improvements, and quarterly investment results.

• Approved August 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved BerganKDV audit engagement letter (unanimous)
• Commissioner Osborn volunteered as representative for fraud risk assessment interview

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission is considering final concept approvals for two park projects. The meeting also includes updates on ongoing construction at Central, Fair Haven, Summerlin, and Valley Creek parks.

• Final concept approval for Highcroft Park (Memorandum No. 2021-25)
• Final concept approval for the Park at Briarcroft Development (Memorandum No. 2021-26)
• $460,000 identified in the proposed 2022 budget for Briarcroft project construction
• Proposed bid alternate for Highcroft Park: addition of a lake viewing picnic/bench area
• Proposed bid alternates for Briarcroft: additional basketball court, tennis/pickleball court, extra pickleball court, and a picnic shelter

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the final concept plans for both Highcroft Park and Briarcroft Park, with design elements and bid alternates as specified. The Highcroft Park plan includes seating, trees, restoration, picnicking, and a playground, with bid alternates for a lake view area with picnic tables and benches. The Briarcroft Park plan includes a half basketball court, pickleball court, softball field, seating, trees, restoration, athletic field, picnicking, and playground, with bid alternates for tennis/pickleball combo court, additional pickleball courts, full basketball court, and picnic shelter, leaving discretion to staff. Both motions passed unanimously with all in-person commissioners voting in favor.

• Approved October 5, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved final concept plan for Highcroft Park with design elements and bid alternates (all in favor)
• Approved final concept plan for Briarcroft Park with design elements and bid alternates (all in favor)

Planning Commission

This agenda contains only meeting information and a packet reference, with no listed agenda items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder for the Planning Commission meeting.

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The provided agenda text contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list specific items for discussion or decision.

The Woodbury HRA approved Resolution 21-06 authorizing the issuance of a $38 million multifamily housing revenue note for the Orville Commons project, a 235-unit development. The board also approved Resolution 21-07 to assign a first-time homeownership program mortgage to MKR LLC for $22,500, accepting a loss of approximately $2,500 in loan principal. Both resolutions passed unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 21-06 authorizing $38M conduit bond for Orville Commons (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-07 assigning mortgage to MKR LLC for $22,500 (5-0)

City Council

The Woodbury City Council is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a special order of business on the Stillwater Area Public Schools ISD 834 referendum, consent agenda items covering housing bonds, environmental review, project extensions, grants, road improvements, employee benefits, and appointments, as well as public hearings on the 2021 Annual Action Plan amendment and the 2022 Roadway Rehabilitation project. The council will also discuss an amendment to the Phase 2 Growth Management Strategy.

• Consent to Woodbury HRA issuance of conduit bonds for multifamily housing (Resolution 21-183)
• Acceptance of 3M Settlement Community Grant Amendment #3 for $45,000 (Resolution 21-185)
• Public hearing for 2022 Roadway Rehabilitation project (Resolution 21-201)
• Amendment to Council Directive CD-COMDEV 3.1 to open Sub-phase 2C (Resolution 21-201)
• Approval of abstract of bills totaling $3,338,691.22

The Woodbury City Council continued the public hearing for the 2022 Roadway Rehabilitation Project in the Royal Oaks neighborhood to November 10, 2021, after extensive resident opposition to proposed sidewalks and road narrowing. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including resolutions for insurance, appointments, and a housing revenue note, and approved a negative declaration for the Wozniak South property. The council approved a $557,513.49 HOME funding agreement for the Orville Commons affordable housing project.

• Continued Royal Oaks roadway rehabilitation public hearing to Nov. 10 (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 21-194: MOU with Anoka County HRA for $400,000 HOME funds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-195: Amended 2021 Annual Action Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-196: $557,513.49 HOME note for Orville Commons (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-197: Negative declaration for Wozniak South EIS (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-198: METRO Gold Line budget amendment (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 21-199: Set Nov. 10 hearing for Lake Road/Pioneer Drive improvements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-K except C, F, G (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council lower the food-to-alcohol ratio for businesses from 50:50 to 30:70, aiming to reduce barriers for new businesses while still discouraging bars and nightclubs. The commission also approved the September 28, 2021 meeting minutes with minor corrections, and continued discussions on the Economic Development Strategic Plan, with no final decisions made on that plan.

• Approved September 28, 2021 meeting minutes with typo/grammar corrections (8-1, Morke opposed)
• Recommended lowering food-to-alcohol ratio from 50:50 to 30:70 (unanimous)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and meeting materials. No specific decisions, discussions, or projects are listed for this session.

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific topics, decisions, or discussions for the October 13, 2021, meeting.

City Council

This agenda contains only the meeting date and a reference to the agenda packet, with no specific items listed. It is purely procedural boilerplate.

The Woodbury City Council approved the Meadowood Villas final plat and development agreement, with Councilmember Wilson voting against both. The council also approved a second amendment to the redevelopment contract with Next-Tech Development LLC, over Wilson's opposition. Several routine items, including resolutions for park naming, watershed agreements, and police officer appointments, were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved Meadowood Villas final plat (4-1, Wilson nay)
• Approved Meadowood Villas development agreement (4-1, Wilson nay)
• Approved Second Amendment to Next-Tech Development LLC contract (4-1, Wilson nay)
• Approved consent agenda items A-O, excluding C and E (5-0)
• Certified delinquent unpaid special charges for property cleanup (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for Highcroft Park and Harvest Park naming (consent)
• Approved cooperative agreements with watershed districts (consent)
• Appointed six police officers and four public service workers (consent)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will consider and recommend names for two new park lands in the Phase II development area: Highcroft Park and Harvest Park. The commission will also review current park projects and receive a monthly update on facilities like Eagle Valley Golf Course and HealthEast Sports Center.

• Park naming recommendation for Highcroft Park and Harvest Park
• Project updates: Central Park, Briarcroft Park, Fair Haven Park, Highcroft Park, Summerlin Park, Valley Creek Park
• Monthly update: Eagle Valley Golf Course revenue up 18% over 2020
• Monthly update: HealthEast Sports Center staffing challenges, recruiting Zamboni drivers
• Monthly update: Camp Carver record attendance with over 560 kids

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the names Highcroft Park and Harvest Park for two new parks in the Phase II development area, as recommended by the naming advisory committee. The commission also approved the August 10, 2021 meeting minutes. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of project updates and discussion.

• Approved August 10, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved park names Highcroft Park and Harvest Park (unanimous)

Planning Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting title and a placeholder for the packet; no specific items are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

The Woodbury Planning Commission voted to table the Manning Meadows house move application (Project No. 25-2021-00463) to a future meeting. The decision came after extensive public testimony and discussion about tree impacts, route options, and potential conditions. The item will be reconsidered after further evaluation of alternatives, including Xcel Energy coordination and possible route adjustments.

• Tabled Manning Meadows house move application (5-0) for further discussion
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2021 meeting (5-0)

City Council

This agenda contains only the meeting date and a link to the agenda packet, with no listed action items. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no specific decisions or discussions detailed.

The Woodbury City Council approved the 2022 preliminary property tax levy and budget, along with the South of Dale Master Plan, a large-scale development framework. The council also approved an interim conditional use permit for a new digital sign at New Life Academy and several resolutions related to public improvements and financial policies. All votes were 4-1, with Councilmember Kim Wilson dissenting on the tax levy and master plan.

• Approved 2022 preliminary tax levy and budget (4-1)
• Approved South of Dale Master Plan (4-1)
• Approved New Life Academy digital sign interim conditional use permit (5-0)
• Approved Brookview Elementary Addition amended site and building plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-163 for Northeast Area Commercial Improvements – Project Belle (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-164 setting Oct 27 hearing for 2022 Roadway Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-165 on reimbursement bond regulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-166 amending investment policy (5-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The provided agenda text contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific decisions, discussions, or topics for this meeting.

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved Resolution 21-05, authorizing a 2022 not-to-exceed property tax levy of $250,000. This amount is 12.2% of the maximum allowable levy and represents a 0% change from 2021. The consent agenda, including approval of the September 8, 2021 meeting minutes, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved 2022 not-to-exceed HRA levy of $250,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 8, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission voted unanimously to accept the four draft goals and structure of the Economic Development Strategic Plan, allowing for edits reflecting the Commission's discussion and commending staff. The Commission also discussed the city's food-to-alcohol ratio requirements, with staff recommending no change, but the Commission favored lowering the ratio to reduce barriers for new businesses; staff will bring back a revised recommendation. No formal action was taken on the liquor license topic.

• Approved four goals and EDSP structure as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed food-to-alcohol ratio; no formal action, staff to revise recommendation

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved two development items at its September 20, 2021 meeting. It approved an Interim Conditional Use Permit for New Life Academy to replace its existing sign with a digital sign, subject to conditions including a 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. shutoff. It also approved an Amended Site and Building Plan for a 15,000-square-foot addition to Brookview Elementary School, which will add eight classrooms and increase capacity to 650 students.

• Approved Interim Conditional Use Permit for New Life Academy digital sign (5-0)
• Approved Amended Site and Building Plan for Brookview Elementary addition (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 16, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a procedural workshop meeting of the Woodbury City Council. The agenda contains only the agenda item and a link to meeting materials, with no specific discussion or decision items listed.

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

This is a procedural agenda for the Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting on September 8, 2021. It lists only the agenda and the meeting materials packet, with no specific decisions, discussions, or action items identified.

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from the July 14, 2021 meeting and Resolution 21-04. This resolution amends loan documents tied to a Multifamily Housing Revenue Note for Woodbury Lease Housing Associates III, LLLP, and authorizes an amendment document. No public hearings or discussion items were scheduled, and the meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

• Approved the July 14, 2021 HRA meeting minutes.
• Adopted Resolution 21-04, amending loan documents for the Multifamily Housing Revenue Note benefiting Woodbury Lease Housing Associates III, LLLP.
• Authorized execution and delivery of an amendment document related to the revenue note.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m.

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with substantive discussion or decisions not detailed in the provided text.

The Woodbury City Council approved the consent agenda, which included contracts, equipment purchases, and personnel appointments, and approved the 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for HUD. The council also accepted a $15,000 donation from the Woodbury Police K9 Fund for a new K9 and training. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including janitorial contract ($412,632) and dump truck purchases ($524,300) (5-0)
• Approved 2020 CAPER for HUD (5-0)
• Accepted $15,000 donation from Woodbury Police K9 Fund (5-0)
• Approved cooperative agreements for traffic signal maintenance with Washington County (5-0)
• Approved personnel appointments (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The provided text contains only the meeting title and links to PDF documents. It does not list any specific agenda items, resolutions, or discussions, so no substantive summary can be generated from this source alone.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved Resolution 21-01, affirming that the acquisition of 8386 Ranch Road is consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. This property is intended for a future water treatment plant to address PFAS impacts. The vote was unanimous among present members, with one member absent.

• Approved Resolution 21-01 for 8386 Ranch Road property acquisition (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2021 meeting (5-0, 1 absent)

City Council

The provided text lists only the agenda and meeting materials documents for the Woodbury, MN City Council meeting on August 11, 2021. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are detailed in the source text.

The Woodbury City Council approved the Project Belle development, a 73-acre office and warehouse complex at Hudson Road and Manning Avenue, including rezoning to Business Campus District, preliminary and final plats, and a development agreement. The council also approved the Famous Dave's redevelopment into a Starbucks and multi-tenant retail building. Additionally, the council adopted ordinances implementing electric and gas franchise fees to fund park and trail replacements, with Councilmember Wilson voting against the fee ordinances.

• Approved Project Belle rezoning to Business Campus District (5-0)
• Approved Project Belle preliminary plat and site plan (5-0)
• Approved Project Belle final plat and development agreement (5-0)
• Approved Famous Dave's redevelopment CUP and site plan (5-0)
• Adopted electric franchise fee ordinance (4-1)
• Adopted gas franchise fee ordinances (4-1)
• Approved $2.3M in abstract of bills (5-0)
• Approved Bolton & Menk contract for NE Area improvements (5-0)

Audit and Investment Commission

The Audit and Investment Commission will review the city's Investment Policy Council Directive, with Ehlers Investment Advisory Services presenting recommended changes. The commission will also receive investment portfolio performance reports and approve the minutes from the June 28, 2021 meeting. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions expected beyond providing comments on the policy changes.

• Review of Investment Policy Council Directive with Ehlers recommendations
• Presentation of Investment Portfolio Performance Reports
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2021 meeting

The Audit and Investment Commission approved an updated Investment Policy with changes discussed during the meeting, following a presentation by Ehlers. The commission also decided to receive both numerical and graphical quarterly reports from Ehlers, along with a cover sheet providing commentary and recommendations. Investment updates will be provided at regular commission meetings while the relationship with Ehlers is being established.

• Approved updated Investment Policy with discussed changes (unanimous)
• Decided to receive both numerical and graphical quarterly reports from Ehlers with commentary cover sheet
• Decided to have investment updates at regular commission meetings

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will consider transitioning the Adopt-a-Park program into a more sustainable Park Clean-up program, review year-to-date divisional financials, and discuss current park projects. The meeting includes a tour of La Lake Park and public comments via virtual Q&A.

• Adopt-a-Park Transition to Park Clean-up - Memorandum No. 21-20
• Review YTD Divisional Financials - Memorandum No. 21-21
• Discussion of current projects: Briarcroft, Central, Fair Haven, Highcroft, Summerlin, Valley Creek Parks
• Monthly Update - Memorandum No. 21-22
• Council Report by Councilmember Wilson

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved transitioning the Adopt-a-Park program to a one-time Park Clean-up program, based on survey feedback showing volunteers prefer short-term commitments. The commission also approved the July 13, 2021 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on park projects, including Fair Haven and Summerlin parks with approved contracts and construction starting in August, and noted the Central Park design RFQ is out for bid.

• Approved July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved transition of Adopt-a-Park to Park Clean-up program (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission unanimously approved three development items: Project Belle, a 517,250 sq ft office/warehouse building at Hudson Road and Manning Avenue; the Famous Dave's redevelopment into a drive-thru coffee and retail/restaurant building; and a 30,000 sq ft medical office building at 748 Bielenberg. All approvals were subject to conditions in the staff reports.

• Approved Project Belle rezoning, preliminary plat, and site/building plan (unanimous)
• Approved Famous Dave's redevelopment amended PUD, conditional use permit, and site/building plan (unanimous)
• Approved 748 Bielenberg medical office site and building plan (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Woodbury Economic Development Authority is holding a meeting with an agenda consisting of the agenda approval and review of meeting materials. No specific action items, proposals, or discussions are listed in the provided agenda text.

• Agenda approval
• Review of meeting materials packet

The Woodbury Economic Development Authority approved a consent agenda including the January 27, 2021 meeting minutes and the 2020 year-end financial statements. The board also adopted Resolution 21-03 to accept a $20,000 grant from the Washington County Community Development Agency, which will cover about half of the $40,000 consultant costs for the City's Economic Development Strategic Plan update. The resolution also adjusts the 2021 EDA budget accordingly. No public hearings were held.

• Approved consent agenda including January 27, 2021 minutes and 2020 year-end financial statements (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-03 accepting $20,000 grant from Washington County CDA and adjusting 2021 budget (4-0)

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting agenda with no specific items listed. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a meeting packet, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or routine.

The Woodbury City Council approved a consent agenda that included a $606,237.01 contract with Peterson Companies Inc. for Fair Haven and Summerlin Parks construction, a $125,926.43 playground purchase from Landscape Structures, Inc., and several other routine items. The council also approved the dismissal of an employee after a closed session, and received updates on water restrictions and transportation projects.

• Approved $606,237.01 contract to Peterson Companies Inc. for Fair Haven and Summerlin Parks construction (unanimous)
• Approved $125,926.43 purchase of two playgrounds from Landscape Structures, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Commerce Hill 9th Addition Final Plat (unanimous)
• Approved Briarcroft of Woodbury Second Addition Final Plat and Development Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved engineering contracts with Bolton & Menk, Inc. and WSB for utility and street improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Washington County Parks Recycling Service Contract and budget amendment (unanimous)
• Appointed Christopher Klein as EMS/Fire Chief – Assistant Public Safety Director (unanimous)
• Approved disciplinary dismissal of William Pinkney effective July 28, 2021 (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission is meeting to review its agenda and a workshop packet. The agenda appears to be procedural, with no specific action items listed.

• Review of agenda
• Review of July 27, 2021 workshop packet

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a workshop meeting of the Woodbury City Council. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a workshop meeting of the Woodbury City Council. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials; no specific discussion items are listed.

City Council

The Woodbury City Council is holding a regular meeting on July 14, 2021, with the agenda and full meeting packet available for review. The agenda appears to be procedural, listing only the agenda and meeting materials for the session.

• Review of July 14, 2021 agenda
• Review of July 14, 2021 meeting packet

The Woodbury City Council approved the Burandt Property Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) as an adequate examination of environmental impacts, along with the response to comments, findings of fact, and record of decision, in a 4-1 vote with Councilmember Wilson dissenting. The council also approved the purchase of a Rosenbauer fire engine for $746,405, a two-year lease for apiary use of park property, and several other routine items on the consent agenda. The council moved into closed session to review a performance evaluation and subsequently approved the non-disciplinary removal of David Angeli, a public service worker and Fleet Technician.

• Approved the Burandt Property EAW Negative Declaration of Need for an Environmental Impact Statement (Resolution 21-132), 4-1.
• Approved the purchase of a Rosenbauer Commander fire engine for $746,405 (Resolution 21-128).
• Approved a two-year lease agreement with the University of Minnesota for apiary use of park property (Resolution 21-126).
• Approved the Washington County Environmental Center amended site and building plan with conditions.
• Approved the 1976 Wooddale Drive garage addition amended site and building plan with conditions.
• Approved an engineering consulting services contract with WSB, Inc. for Briarcroft 2nd Addition utility and street improvements (Resolution 21-127).
• Approved a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for Woodbury Days Council.
• Approved the non-disciplinary removal of David Angeli, public service worker and Fleet Technician (Resolution 21-134).

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes only the agenda itself and the agenda packet, with no specific items listed, indicating this is a procedural meeting.

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority unanimously adopted an HRA Fund Policy that sets parameters for annual property tax levy adjustments based on fund balance thresholds. The policy was recommended by the Audit and Investment Commission and will inform the board's September budget workshop. No other substantive decisions were made; the consent agenda and adjournment were approved.

• Approved consent agenda including January 27, 2021 meeting minutes and 2020 year-end financial statements (5-0)
• Adopted HRA Fund Policy (5-0)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will meet to discuss sustainability initiatives, including solar garden savings and fleet electrification, and receive an update on Phase II development. They will also review park communication boards and discuss current projects. The meeting includes a tour of Highcroft Park beforehand.

• Sustainability update: city saved $396,000 from community solar garden subscriptions through April 2021
• Phase II Development Update (Memorandum No. 21-17)
• Park Communication Boards discussion (Memorandum No. 21-18)
• Discussion of current projects: Briarcroft, Central, Fair Haven, Highcroft, Summerlin, Valley Creek parks
• Approval of June 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the June 1, 2021 meeting minutes. They received updates on sustainability programs, Phase II development master plan, and park communication boards. No formal decisions were made on these discussion items.

• Approved the June 1, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Discussed Phase II development park location options, no decision made.
• Discussed adding communication boards to Miracle Field and Madison's Place Playground, no decision made.
• Reviewed concept plans for Briarcroft and Highcroft parks, no decision made.

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved an amended site and building plan for a 4,100-square-foot warehouse addition to the Washington County Environmental Center at 4039 Cottage Grove Drive, subject to conditions including enhanced screening of ground-mounted equipment. The commission also approved a 2,016-square-foot garage addition at 1976 Wooddale Drive for KLM Engineering, with no net loss of parking. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved the Washington County Environmental Center Addition (Project No. 25-2021-00447) with conditions, including a new condition requiring a landscape plan for screening ground-mounted equipment.
• Approved the 1976 Wooddale Drive Garage Addition (Project No. 07-2021-00458) for Aim High Construction, LLC, subject to staff report conditions.
• Approved the minutes of the June 7, 2021 Planning Commission meeting as submitted.

Audit and Investment Commission

The Audit and Investment Commission will receive the City of Woodbury's audit results from BerganKDV, Ltd., and conduct a second review of the proposed Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Fund Policy. An update on the Parks and Trails Replacement Fund Council Directive indicates no further action is needed, as the City Council has recommended changing it to an Administrative Directive. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions expected.

• Second review of proposed HRA Fund Policy
• Presentation of City of Woodbury audit results by BerganKDV, Ltd.
• Update on Parks and Trails Replacement Fund Council Directive (no action needed)
• Approval of minutes from May 4, 2021 meeting

The Audit and Investment Commission recommended the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Board adopt the HRA Fund Policy, with minor technical changes, for consideration at the July 14 HRA meeting. The Commission also heard the City's 2020 audit results from BerganKDV, which received an unmodified opinion with no findings, and approved the May 4, 2021 minutes. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved the May 4, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Recommended the HRA Board adopt the HRA Fund Policy.
• Received the 2020 audit results with an unmodified opinion and no findings.
• Noted the Parks and Trails Replacement Fund directive was changed from a council directive to an administrative directive.

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a procedural agenda for the Woodbury City Council workshop meeting on June 23, 2021. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a meeting packet; no specific items are listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

This agenda is procedural, listing only the agenda and meeting materials for the June 23, 2021 City Council meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are detailed in the provided text.

The Woodbury City Council approved on-sale and off-sale liquor licenses for X-Golf Woodbury and Cub Wine & Spirits, plus a tobacco license for Cub. It denied a variance for a garage encroachment at 9068 Hidden Meadow Road, requiring removal within 90 days. The Council also authorized additional emergency actions for PFAS water treatment and amended the Tax Increment Financing Policy.

• Approved on-sale liquor license with Sunday and patio sales for WJB Holdings dba X-Golf Woodbury at 8150 Coller Way, Suite 500.
• Approved off-sale liquor license for Cub Stores Holdings dba Cub Wine & Spirits at 8452 Tamarack Village.
• Approved tobacco sales license for Cub Stores Holdings dba Cub Wine & Spirits at 8452 Tamarack Village.
• Denied variance for side yard setback at 9068 Hidden Meadow Road; encroachment must be removed within 90 days.
• Approved interim conditional use permit for Woodbury Baptist Church digital sign at 6695 Upper Afton Road.
• Adopted Ordinance 2000 amending commercial equipment parking rules in residential zones.
• Adopted Resolution 21-124 authorizing additional emergency actions for PFAS water treatment.
• Adopted Resolution 21-125 amending the Tax Increment Financing Policy.

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission is holding a routine meeting with a standard agenda and a packet of meeting materials. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed beyond the agenda and packet review.

• Agenda review
• Meeting materials packet review

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission met to begin the Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP) update, a step in implementing the city's 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The commission heard from consultants HKGi and LOCi Consulting, who will facilitate the process, and discussed guiding principles, community goals, and engagement. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily a kickoff and discussion session.

• Approved minutes from May 25, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Kicked off Economic Development Strategic Plan update with consultants HKGi and LOCi Consulting

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The Woodbury, MN City Council scheduled a workshop meeting for June 16, 2021. The provided agenda text contains only references to the full agenda and meeting packet documents. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion topics are listed in the source text.

City Council

The Woodbury City Council approved the consent agenda as amended, which included items such as the approval of minutes, a development agreement, several resolutions, and the appointment of a new police officer and parks planner. Two items were pulled for discussion: a revised technology reimbursement policy and a resolution supporting the Central Park remodel project, both of which were approved with Councilmember Wilson voting against them. The council also swore in new Police Officer Jack Milbauer.

• Approved the consent agenda as amended, including the May 26, 2021 minutes, a development agreement, and multiple resolutions.
• Adopted Resolution 21-114, revising the Council's Technology Reimbursements Policy (CD-COUNCIL-2.8).
• Adopted Resolution 21-115, supporting the Central Park remodel project and application for State bonding.
• Swore in Jack Milbauer as a new Police Officer, effective June 10, 2021.
• Approved the abstract of bills for May 21, 2021 ($1,494,393.60) and May 28, 2021 ($681,506.05).
• Appointed Josh Kinney to the position of Parks Planner, effective June 10, 2021.
• Rescheduled the August 18, 2021 Council Workshop to August 25, 2021.

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The provided text contains only the meeting title and links to PDF documents. It does not list any specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions. Therefore, no substantive content can be summarized from this source.

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a procedural agenda for the Woodbury City Council workshop meeting on May 26, 2021. The agenda lists only the agenda document and a meeting materials packet; no specific discussion or decision items are detailed in the text provided.

• Agenda document (MAY 26, 2021 AGENDA.PDF)
• Meeting packet (MAY 26, 2021 PACKET.PDF)

City Council

This agenda contains only the agenda document and a meeting packet; no specific action items are listed. The meeting appears to be procedural with details deferred to the packet.

• Agenda PDF
• Meeting packet PDF

The Woodbury City Council approved a rezoning, planned unit development, conditional use permit, and preliminary and final plats for Aster Landing, a new 25-lot single-family subdivision at 9640 Dale Road. The council also approved a conditional use permit for Caliber Collision auto repair at 10450 Hudson Road, with Councilmember Steve Morris abstaining. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including multiple construction contracts and plat approvals.

• Approved Aster Landing rezoning from R-2 to R-4 (5-0)
• Approved Aster Landing PUD, CUP, preliminary and final plats (5-0)
• Approved Caliber Collision conditional use permit (4-0, Morris abstained)
• Approved $2,821,033.33 Hudson Road/Settlers Ridge Parkway construction contract (consent)
• Approved $1,338,809.70 Valley Creek Community Park construction contract (consent)
• Approved $291,890 Miller Barn Stabilization contract (consent)
• Approved $48,026 WSB Consulting engagement for Fair Haven and Summerlin Parks (consent)
• Approved $60,000 Woodbury Heritage Society donation for Valley Creek Park/Miller Barn (consent)

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission is meeting to review its agenda and the accompanying meeting materials packet. The agenda contains no specific action items or discussion topics beyond the standard procedural items.

• Review of agenda
• Review of meeting materials packet

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission approved an amended Tax Increment Finance (TIF) policy, incorporating three changes: adding language on energy efficiency and sustainability, using the phrase 'but not limited to the following' before the policy table, and adding an 'other' option within the table. The vote was unanimous, with one member absent. The commission also received an overview of the proposed 2021 Economic Development Strategic Plan process and a verbal project update.

• Approved amended TIF Policy with three changes (unanimous, 10-0)
• Added sustainability and energy efficiency language to TIF Policy considerations
• Added 'but not limited to the following' phrase to affordable housing policy consideration
• Added 'other' option within TIF Policy table
• Approved February 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed proposed 2021 Economic Development Strategic Plan process (two phases)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a procedural agenda for a City Council workshop meeting. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a meeting materials packet, with no specific items listed for discussion or decision.

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved the Aster Landing rezoning, planned unit development, conditional use permit, and preliminary plat for a 25-home subdivision on 10 acres at 9640 Dale Road. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for Caliber Collision, an automotive repair garage, at 10450 Hudson Road. Both approvals were unanimous and subject to conditions outlined in staff reports and added during the meeting.

• Approved Aster Landing rezoning, PUD, CUP, and preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Approved Caliber Collision conditional use permit (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a workshop meeting of the Woodbury City Council. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting. The agenda includes only the agenda document and a meeting packet; no specific items are listed in the provided text.

The Woodbury City Council approved the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with a 4-1 vote, with Councilmember Wilson dissenting. The council also awarded a $513,890 contract for the 2021 Parks Pavement and Asset Replacement Project to Pine Bend Paving, Inc. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including resolutions for an electrical inspector, the 2021 Annual Action Plan, engineering services for Dale Road improvements, watershed district grants, a gift for Madison's Place, playground equipment removal, squad and body worn cameras, and a firefighter MOU.

• Adopted 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan (4-1, Wilson nay)
• Awarded $513,890 contract to Pine Bend Paving for Parks Pavement and Asset Replacement (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-81 selecting Kohout Inspections as Electrical Inspector (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-82 approving 2021 Annual Action Plan (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-83 authorizing WSB engineering contract for Dale Road improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions 21-84 to 21-87 accepting watershed district grants (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-88 accepting $15,000 gift from Madison Claire Foundation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-89 for playground equipment removal at Wedgewood Heights Park (5-0)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss a recreation facility use and access fee update, including potential new fees for Carver Lake Park vehicle access and youth athletic field use. They will also review the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and annual project plan, and receive updates on current park projects and a monthly report.

• Recreation Facility Use and Access Fee Update (Memorandum No. 21-10)
• Review 2022-2026 CIP and Annual Project Plan (Memorandum No. 21-11)
• Discussion of current projects: Central Park, Valley Creek Park, Summerlin Park, Briarcroft Park, Highcroft Park, Fair Haven Park
• Monthly Update (Memorandum No. 21-12)
• Parks and Trails Replacement Plan Fund listening sessions

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the 2022-2026 Parks and Trails System Capital Improvement Projects, a planning document that does not authorize spending until projects are placed in the annual budget. The commission also approved the April 6, 2021 meeting minutes. Staff reported that proposed recreation access fees at Carver Lake Park and for Priority III athletic groups were put on hold due to timing concerns with franchise fees.

• Approved 2022-2026 Parks and Trails System Capital Improvement Projects (all in favor)
• Approved April 6, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Recreation access fees at Carver Lake Park and for Priority III groups put on hold

Audit and Investment Commission

The Audit and Investment Commission will review a draft Council Directive for the Parks and Trails Replacement Fund, which guides how funds are used, maintained, and balanced. They will also review the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Fund Policy. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and oaths of office.

• Review of Parks and Trails Replacement Fund Council Directive
• Review of Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Fund Policy
• Approval of minutes from November 12, 2020 and November 4, 2020 meetings
• Oaths of office for commission members

The Audit and Investment Commission reviewed and discussed the Parks and Trails Replacement Fund Council Directive, making edits to the Use of Funds section and adding a Grants section. They also reviewed the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Fund Policy, discussing fund balance parameters and loan program details. No formal votes were taken on these items; both are scheduled for formal recommendation at the June 28 meeting.

• Approved minutes from November 12, 2020 (all present in favor)
• Approved minutes from November 4, 2020 Parks and Trails Replacement Fund Joint Commission meeting (all present in favor)
• Edited Parks and Trails Replacement Fund Council Directive: left original language in Use of Funds and Franchise Fees, added a Grants section
• Discussed HRA Fund Policy; modifications to be made and brought back for formal recommendation on June 28

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a workshop meeting of the Woodbury City Council. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions detailed in the provided text.

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved the Dundalk Green rezoning, planned unit development, conditional use permit, and preliminary plat for 89 single-family rental homes on 25.88 acres, with conditions including added perimeter landscaping. The commission also approved a site and building plan for a 50,000-square-foot addition to Woodbury Leadership Academy. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved Dundalk Green rezoning, PUD, CUP, and preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Approved Woodbury Leadership Academy addition site and building plan (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss an Emerald Ash Borer update, Pioneer Park improvements, and a proposed Recreation Facility Use and Access Fee. They will also review current projects at several parks, including Fair Haven Park, and receive a council report.

• Emerald Ash Borer Update – Memorandum No. 21-06
• Pioneer Park Improvements – Memorandum No. 21-07
• Recreation Facility Use and Access Fee – Memorandum No. 21-08
• Discussion of current projects: Valley Creek, Summerlin, Briarcroft, Highcroft, Fair Haven parks
• Swearing in of Commissioner Benjamin Sayers

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission discussed the Emerald Ash Borer update, Pioneer Park improvements, and potential recreation fees. Commissioners expressed consensus for Option 3 at Pioneer Park, which would expand the footprint to keep one tennis court and add four dedicated pickleball courts. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action item approved was the February 2, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved the February 2, 2021 Parks and Natural Resources Commission meeting minutes.
• Administered the Oath of Office to new Student Commission Member Benjamin Sayers.
• Discussed Emerald Ash Borer update; no formal action taken.
• Discussed Pioneer Park improvements; commissioners expressed consensus for Option 3 (expand footprint, keep one tennis court, add four pickleball courts).
• Discussed potential Carver Lake Park vehicle access fees and youth athletic field use fees; no consensus reached, further discussion planned for May.
• Noted Valley Creek Park project split into two phases due to higher-than-budgeted estimates.
• Noted Summerlin and Fair Haven Parks construction plans being finalized for combined bid.
• Noted Briarcroft and Highcroft Parks design work ongoing with construction planned for 2022.

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Woodbury Parks and Natural Resources Commission will hear updates on the city's Emerald Ash Borer management, Pioneer Park improvements, and a proposed Recreation Facility Use and Access Fee. The commission will also discuss current projects at Valley Creek, Summerlin, Briarcroft, and Highcroft parks, and receive a monthly update. The meeting includes the swearing in of a new commissioner and approval of the February 2, 2021 minutes.

• Emerald Ash Borer Update – Memorandum No. 21-06
• Pioneer Park Improvements – Memorandum No. 21-07
• Recreation Facility Use and Access Fee – Memorandum No. 21-08
• Discussion of current projects: Valley Creek, Summerlin, Briarcroft, Highcroft parks
• Swearing in of Commissioner Benjamin Sayers

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission discussed the Emerald Ash Borer update, Pioneer Park improvements, and potential recreation fees. The Commission expressed consensus for Option 3 at Pioneer Park, which would expand the footprint to keep one tennis court and add four dedicated pickleball courts. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action item approved was the February 2, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved the February 2, 2021 Parks and Natural Resources Commission meeting minutes.
• Consensus among Commissioners to support Option 3 for Pioneer Park improvements (keep one tennis court, add four dedicated pickleball courts).
• Discussed Emerald Ash Borer management, including tree removal, treatment, and replacement efforts.
• Discussed potential Carver Lake Park vehicle access fees and youth athletic field use fees; no decision made, further discussion planned for May meeting.

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved three development items: an interim conditional use permit for an electronic display sign at Twin Cities Oral Surgery, a preliminary plat for the Nystedt property, and a site and building plan for a retail building in Commerce Hill. All approvals were subject to conditions outlined in staff reports, with additional conditions added during the meeting. The commission also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2021 meeting.

• Approved the Interim Conditional Use Permit for the Twin Cities Oral Surgery shared sign, including an electronic message center, subject to conditions including a final landscaping plan review.
• Approved the Nystedt Plat preliminary plat to subdivide the property into three lots, with one lot to be sold to the City for a future well site, subject to conditions including access to the well site from Dale Road.
• Approved the Commerce Hill Retail site and building plan for a 6,120 square foot multi-tenant building, subject to conditions including a review of safety mitigation for vehicles backing into the driveway and bike storage.
• Approved the minutes of the March 15, 2021 Planning Commission meeting as submitted.

City Council

The Woodbury City Council approved the consent agenda (items A-O), including resolutions for grants, a Valley Creek Park design contract, and various budget items. The Council also approved an on-sale intoxicating liquor license for The 'Wick Grill & Pub, an interim conditional use permit for a Holiday gas station digital sign, and opened a 30-day public comment period for the draft 2021 Annual Action Plan. No substantive decisions were made on the fatal intersection at Sundance Way and Settlers Ridge, which was discussed during public forum.

• Approved consent agenda items A-O, including Resolution 21-39 accepting an $8,500 MDH SHIP grant, Resolution 21-42 for a $394,829.71 Valley Creek Park design contract, and Resolution 21-49 accepting a $1,250 Walmart Foundation grant.
• Approved an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License including Sunday and Patio Sales to Prestwick Restaurant, LLC dba The 'Wick Grill & Pub at 9555 Wedgewood Drive, effective April 1, 2021.
• Approved Resolution 21-51, granting an Interim Conditional Use Permit for the Holiday Gas Station digital sign at 1569 Woodlane Drive, subject to conditions.
• Opened a 30-day public comment period (March 25 – April 23, 2021) for the draft 2021 Annual Action Plan.
• Heard public comments requesting immediate action on the fatal intersection at Sundance Way and Settlers Ridge; no action was taken, with the Mayor stating the City awaits crash investigation results.

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved a site and building plan for a 10,440-square-foot addition to the ARIS Behavioral Health Clinic, subject to conditions. The commission also approved an interim conditional use permit for a new digital sign at the Holiday Station Store on Woodlane Drive. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved ARIS Behavioral Health Clinic addition site and building plan (unanimous)
• Approved Holiday Station Store interim conditional use permit for digital sign (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 1, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Woodbury City Council approved the Talamore of Woodbury senior living facility (up to 200 units) and the Edison Apartments (207 units), both with rezoning, PUD amendments, preliminary/final plats, and development agreements. The council also authorized issuance of approximately $22 million in conduit revenue bonds for the Woodbury Leadership Academy, and approved several resolutions including a $558,508 sewer rehabilitation contract and a $2.5 million state aid advance request. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember Morris absent.

• Approved Talamore of Woodbury senior living project (4-0)
• Approved Edison Apartments rezoning and development (4-0)
• Authorized $22M conduit revenue bonds for Woodbury Leadership Academy (4-0)
• Approved $558,508 contract with Granite Inliner for sewer rehab (4-0)
• Authorized $2,505,000 state aid advance application (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 22 interim CUP renewals and Bridlewood Farms final plat (4-0)
• Accepted $277,273.67 CARES Act Provider Relief Fund (4-0)
• Created Assistant Utility Manager position and appointed Jason Hostetter (4-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission is holding a meeting with an agenda and a packet of materials for review. The agenda contains only procedural items, with no specific decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of agenda
• Review of meeting packet

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission confirmed its 2021 meeting schedule and work plan, which focuses on updating the Economic Development Strategic Plan. The commission also reviewed the draft 2020 Community Development Annual Report and provided feedback for edits. No formal decisions were made on the report; staff will incorporate comments into the final version.

• Approved minutes from December 1, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Confirmed 2021 meeting dates: May 25, June 22, July 27, August 31, September 28, November 30
• Administered Oath of Office to new and reappointed members
• Adjourned meeting at 9:03 a.m. (unanimous)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a workshop meeting of the Woodbury City Council. The agenda includes only the agenda and meeting materials documents, with no specific items listed. The meeting appears to be procedural or for general discussion.

City Council

The Woodbury City Council approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions authorizing the use of trunk water and sanitary sewer funds for the Glacial Valley Trail Water Main Improvements Project, purchasing a new Elgin Crosswind 1 Street Sweeper for up to $261,047, designating the Assistant City Administrator as an alternate LOGIS Board director, and approving abstracts of bills totaling $1,725,092.44. The council also did not waive municipal tort liability limits. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and adjourned at 7:44 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 21-25 authorizing use of trunk water and sanitary sewer funds for Glacial Valley Trail Water Main Improvements Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-26 purchasing one Elgin Crosswind 1 Street Sweeper from MacQueen Equipment for up to $261,047 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-27 designating Assistant City Administrator as Alternate Director of LOGIS Board (4-0)
• Approved motion not to waive municipal tort liability limits per Minnesota Statute § 466.04 (4-0)
• Approved abstracts of bills for January 22, 2021 ($576,597.28) and January 29, 2021 ($1,148,495.16) (4-0)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission is meeting virtually and in person to discuss several studies and updates, including a bike and pedestrian study and a Central Park scoping study. They will also approve minutes, set the work plan and 2021 meeting calendar, and receive updates on Valley Creek and Fair Haven Parks. Public comments are accepted via the virtual meeting's Q&A feature.

• Bike and Pedestrian Study – Memorandum No. 21-02
• Central Park Scoping Study – Memorandum No. 21-01
• Work Plan – Memorandum No. 21-03
• 2021 Meeting Calendar – Memorandum No. 21-04
• Valley Creek and Fair Haven Parks Update

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the December 1, 2020 meeting minutes and expressed consensus support for the draft Bike and Pedestrian Plan, which will be presented to the City Council. They also discussed the Central Park scoping study, reviewed the 2021 work plan and meeting calendar, and received updates on Fair Haven and Valley Creek parks. No formal votes were taken on the discussion items.

• Approved December 1, 2020 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Consensus support for Bike and Pedestrian Plan recommendations
• Consensus to hold July meeting on July 13
• Consensus to schedule August 10 meeting
• Discussed Fair Haven Park parking lot as potential bid alternate
• Discussed Central Park scoping study options

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss the Central Park Scoping and Needs Study, which outlines three design options costing $15M to $36.5M, and provide feedback on options, funding, and schedule. The agenda also includes a bike and pedestrian study, the 2021 work plan, and updates on Valley Creek and Fair Haven Parks. The meeting is held virtually and in person due to COVID-19.

• Central Park Scoping Study – three design options priced $15M-$36.5M
• Bike and Pedestrian Study – Memorandum No. 21-02
• 2021 Work Plan – Memorandum No. 21-03
• Valley Creek and Fair Haven Parks Update
• Swearing in of new Commissioners

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved two major housing developments: the Edison Apartments, a 207-unit multi-family project, and Talamore of Woodbury, a 200-unit senior living facility. Both approvals were unanimous and subject to conditions outlined in the staff reports. The commission also approved the minutes of the January 11, 2021 meeting.

• Approved Edison Apartments (rezoning, amended PUD, conditional use permit, preliminary plat, site and building plan) for 207 units (unanimous)
• Approved Talamore of Woodbury (amended PUD, conditional use permit, preliminary plat, site and building plan) for 200 senior living units (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority is meeting on January 27, 2021, with an agenda that includes only the adoption of the agenda itself. No substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

• Agenda adoption

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved a consent agenda that included appointing 2021 officers, adopting the 2021 meeting schedule, approving the December 9, 2020 minutes, and designating CorTrust Bank as the depository of public funds. The board also approved Resolution 21-02, authorizing $72,110 in Neighborhood Reinvestment Fund loans to be carried forward to the 2021 HRA budget. All votes were unanimous, with no public hearings scheduled.

• Approved consent agenda: appointed 2021 officers, adopted 2021 meeting schedule, approved Dec 9, 2020 minutes, designated CorTrust Bank as depository (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-02: $72,110 carryover to 2021 HRA budget (5-0)

City Council

The Woodbury City Council approved the Sham's Place Planned Unit Development (PUD) and preliminary plat for a property at 1040 Woodbury Drive, with a 4-1 vote (Councilmember Morris dissenting). The approval includes conditions such as dedicating Outlot A to the city, a shared driveway with a cross-access easement, and landscaping requirements. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions on the 2021 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, HOME program standards, and other routine items. The 2021 Roadway Rehabilitation Project letter of engagement amendment was pulled from the consent agenda and ultimately not acted upon, meaning the item died without a motion.

• Approved Sham's Place PUD and preliminary plat at 1040 Woodbury Drive (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda items A-D, F-K (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-18 amending HOME program construction standards (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-19 setting Feb 25, 2021 bid date for 2021 Roadway Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-20 amending assessment roll for CSAH 19 project and authorizing settlement agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-21 accepting $25,000 watershed district funds for irrigation controller program (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1996 amending City Code Chapter 2 Administration (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-22 and 21-23 approving lawful gambling permits for Merrick, Inc. (5-0)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a workshop meeting of the Woodbury City Council. The agenda consists of two items: the agenda itself and the meeting materials packet. No specific decisions or discussions are listed beyond reviewing these documents.

• Agenda approval
• Review of meeting packet

City Council

This agenda is minimal and procedural, containing only the agenda and meeting packet documents. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.

The Woodbury City Council approved a $2.747 million grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and authorized the $2.385 million acquisition of 8386 Ranch Road for a future water treatment plant. The council also approved the CSAH 19 (Woodbury Drive) Corridor Management and Safety Project, despite resident objections to special assessments. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 21-16 accepting $2,747,000 MPCA grant for water treatment plant property (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-17 authorizing $2,385,000 acquisition of 8386 Ranch Road (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-15 ordering CSAH 19 (Woodbury Drive) Corridor Management and Safety Project (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F, H-Q, including resolutions 21-01 through 21-14 (5-0)
• Swore in new police officers Jessica Bartelt and Alberto Mendez
• Administered oaths of office to Councilmembers Andrea Date and Kim Wilson