Woodbury public meetings in 2025

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review the Destination Woodbury 2025 Annual Report, including lodging revenue and visitor metrics, and discuss marketing themes and a proposed event rebate program for 2026.

• Destination Woodbury 2025 Annual Report
• Proposed 2026 event rebate program for new events
• Review of 2025 lodging revenue ($671,828)
• Discussion on 2026 marketing themes
• Approval of October 28, 2025, EDC meeting minutes

The Economic Development Commission approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting, adding a note that Emanuel Ekstrom was absent. The motion was made by Woody Leindecker, seconded by Erich Mische, and all members voted in favor. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes with amendment noting Emanuel Ekstrom absent (unanimous)

City Council

The council will adopt a consent agenda that includes approval of several contracts and budget amendments, notably a $6,996,996 construction contract for the Bailey Road Distribution Pipelines Project and a $692,610 contract for the La Lake Park (South) Improvements Project. Additional items include a $49,499.94 change order for the Tower Drive sanitary sewer contract, a cooperative agreement for a traffic signal at Bailey Road and Fairway Drive, and acceptance of a grant from the Woodbury Community Foundation. The meeting will also hear public comments and consider on‑sale intoxicating liquor licenses for the Courtyard by Marriott at 185 Radio Drive and Woodbury Ice at 2122 Wooddale Drive. Council members will discuss the 2026 property tax levy and budget in a Truth in Taxation public meeting and adopt the city’s 2026 legislative priorities.

• Approve $6,996,996 contract with A‑1 Excavating for the Bailey Road Distribution Pipelines Project (Resolution 25‑193).
• Approve $692,610 contract with Do‑Right Contracting for the La Lake Park (South) Improvements Project (Resolution 25‑191).
• Approve $49,499.94 Change Order No. 1 to A‑1 Excavating for the Tower Drive sanitary sewer improvements (Resolution 25‑198).
• Approve premise permit and lease for Woodbury Area Hockey Club at 2022 Woodale Drive, Suite 100 (Resolution 25‑202).
• Approve on‑sale intoxicating liquor licenses, including Sunday and patio sales, for Courtyard by Marriott at 185 Radio Drive and Woodbury Ice at 2122 Wooddale Drive (Resolutions 25‑290 and 25‑291).

The council adopted multiple resolutions, including a $6,996,996 contract for the Bailey Road Distribution Pipelines Project and a $798,914 engineering services agreement. It also approved an on‑sale intoxicating liquor license with Sunday and patio sales for Courtyard by Marriott at 185 Radio Drive. Additional approvals covered storm‑water, traffic‑signal, bridge, and water‑sewer utility matters.

• Approved $6,996,996 contract to A‑1 Excavating, LLC for Bailey Road Distribution Pipelines (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved $798,914 professional engineering services agreement with WSB, Inc. for the same project (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved on‑sale intoxicating liquor license (including Sunday and patio sales) for Shubhlabh Hospitality MSP LLC, dba Courtyard by Marriott, 185 Radio Drive (Wilson, Stafford, Morris, Santini, Burt – all ayes)
• Approved budget amendment reconciling 2025 Storm Water Utility Fund projects (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved cooperative agreement with Washington County for traffic signal on County State Aid Highway 18 at Fairway Drive (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved 2025‑2026 stormwater maintenance construction contract to Fitzgerald Excavating (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved water and sewer utility fund amendment and contract for East Wellfield Raw Water Transmission Pipeline (voice vote, all ayes)
• Approved ownership and maintenance agreement for Bridge 82875 among Metropolitan Council, MnDOT, and the City (voice vote, all ayes)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will vote to adopt Resolution 25-02, which sets the 2026 budget at $48,200 covering professional services, advertising, and administrative costs. The board will also approve the 2026 meeting calendar with meetings scheduled for January 28 and December 9, 2026. Routine consent‑agenda items—including approval of the January 22 minutes, appointment of 2025 officers, and designation of CorTrust Bank as the depository—will be enacted by a single motion.

• Adopt 2026 EDA Budget – $48,200 total (Professional Services $31,600, Advertising $12,000, Administrative $4,600)
• Approve 2026 EDA Calendar – meetings on Jan 28 2026 and Dec 9 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
• Approve minutes from the Jan 22, 2025 meeting
• Appoint 2025 EDA officers per Resolution 25‑01
• Designate CorTrust Bank as EDA’s 2025 depository of public funds

The Economic Development Authority approved the minutes from the Jan. 22, 2025 meeting and adopted its 2026 calendar. The board also adopted Resolution 25‑02, approving the 2026 EDA budget of $48,200. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

• Approved Jan. 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Adopted 2026 EDA calendar (5‑0)
• Adopted 2026 Economic Development Authority budget of $48,200 (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is meeting to adopt the 2026 budget and approve the 2026 meeting calendar. The proposed budget focuses on loan program disbursements, labor reimbursements, and professional services.

• Proposed 2026 HRA Budget with total appropriations of $544,700
• Proposed 2026 HRA Levy of $250,000
• Loan Program Disbursements budgeted at $250,000
• Approval of 2026 HRA meeting calendar (January 28, September 23, and December 9)
• Approval of October 8, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the consent agenda items, including the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 HRA calendar. It adopted Resolution 25‑10, approving the 2026 Housing and Redevelopment Authority budget of $479,200 with a not‑to‑exceed levy of $250,000. The meeting was then adjourned, with all votes unanimous.

• Approved October 08, 2025 meeting minutes (Consent Agenda Item A) – unanimous 5‑0
• Approved 2026 HRA calendar (Consent Agenda Item B) – unanimous 5‑0
• Adopted Resolution 25‑10, approving the 2026 HRA budget of $479,200 with a $250,000 levy – unanimous 5‑0
• Adjourned the meeting – unanimous 5‑0

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss proposed updates to park ordinances regarding e-transportation modes. The body will also review 2025 projects and receive a monthly update.

• Proposed ordinance changes for e-transportation modes (Memorandum 25-30)
• Review of 2025 projects
• Approval of November 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the proposed e‑transportation ordinance changes, including adding Class 3 e‑bikes, updating motorized recreational vehicle definitions, requiring helmets for riders under 18, and clarifying Section 16.46(a). Staff will forward the recommendations to the City Council for further review.

• Approved November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved e‑transportation ordinance changes with Section 16.46(a) clarification, to be presented to City Council (unanimous)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council will discuss the status of the Public Safety Campus Improvements Project and a one-year update on cannabis business regulations. No formal votes will be taken during this workshop session.

• Public Safety Campus Improvements Project update with estimated costs between $59 million and $68 million
• One-year update on the Cannabis Ordinance; staff recommends the ordinance remain unchanged
• Report that two of seven allowed cannabis business registrations have been issued
• Review of $100,000 in Stewardship Grants awarded by Ramsey-Washington Watershed District for public safety improvements
• Discussion of Public Safety Campus bidding timeline targeted for January 15, 2026

The council instructed staff to keep the adopted cannabis ordinance unchanged and to provide public education on where product use is regulated by the city. For the Public Safety Expansion Project, the majority directed staff to bid several specified components as alternates and to proceed with the project to bidding. Staff were also directed to supply a memorandum with updated cost estimates and to improve workshop packet information. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Directed staff to keep the cannabis ordinance unchanged
• Directed staff to provide public education on cannabis product usage regulations
• Directed staff to bid the Darcy Geothermal System as a bid alternate
• Directed staff to bid the chiller and boiler system as a bid alternate
• Directed staff to bid the fully adhered EPDM room as a bid alternate
• Directed staff to bid the four‑fold doors as a bid alternate
• Directed staff to bid the rapid response garage as a bid alternate
• Directed staff to proceed with the public safety project to bidding

City Council

The City Council will review several consent items, including a budget amendment for fire station improvements and a new polling location for Precinct 1. The body will also hold public hearings regarding liquor licenses for two local businesses.

• Liquor license request for Pizzeria Pezzo at 8505 Valley Creek Rd Suite 200
• Liquor license request for Woodbury Ice at 2122 Wooddale Drive
• Budget amendment and purchase order with Kraus-Anderson Construction Company for Upper Afton Road Fire Station remodeling
• Acceptance of $29,971.90 in program sponsorships, $5,000 in memorial bench donations, and a $2,206.98 bike fix-it station
• Temporary change of polling location for Precinct 1

The council approved a new on‑sale intoxicating liquor license for Pezzo Woodbury LLC, including Sunday and patio sales. It also adopted multiple resolutions covering street lighting funding, employee compensation plans, polling location changes, and the official newspaper designation. All consent‑agenda items were approved, and the public hearing for Woodbury Ice was continued to December 10.

• Approved Consent Agenda items (Council minutes, resolutions 25‑184, 25‑185, 25‑186, 25‑188, 25‑190, abstract of bills) (5‑0)
• Approved Street Lighting Utility Capital Asset Funding and Reserve Policy (Resolution 25‑187) (4‑1)
• Approved 2026 Classification and Compensation Plan for Unrepresented Employees (Resolution 25‑189) (5‑0)
• Approved On‑Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Pezzo Woodbury LLC dba Pizzeria Pezzo, 8505 Valley Creek Rd Suite 200 (5‑0)
• Continued public hearing for Woodbury Ice LLC dba Woodbury Ice to Dec 10, 2025 (5‑0)
• Designated St. Paul Pioneer Press as the city’s official newspaper for 2026 (5‑0)
• Approved 2026 City Council meeting schedule (5‑0)
• Approved temporary change of polling location for Precinct 1 (Resolution 25‑190) (5‑0)

Audit and Investment Commission

The Audit and Investment Commission will approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. It will review the 2025 audit scope and engagement letter and consider a motion to accept it. An update on city investment results will be presented with no formal action required. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve August 20, 2025 Audit and Investment Commission minutes
• Review and motion to accept the 2025 audit engagement letter
• City Investment Results update (informational, no action)
• Discussion of audit findings and future auditor bidding process
• Adjournment of the meeting

The Audit and Investment Commission unanimously approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes. The Commission also unanimously accepted the audit scope and engagement letter for the 2025 City audit. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved August 20, 2025 minutes (all present in favor)
• Accepted Audit Scope and Engagement Letter for 2025 Audit (all present in favor)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will meet to discuss concept approval for replacing facilities at Edgewater Park and to review proposed changes to e-transportation ordinances. The meeting is scheduled for November 10, 2025, at the M Health Fairview Sports Center.

• Concept approval for Edgewater Park parking lot, tennis, pickleball, and basketball court replacements
• Discussion on Park Ordinance updates for e-transportation modes
• Review of proposed design for a disc golf course at Tamarack Nature Preserve
• Approval of October 7, 2025, meeting minutes
• Council report on budget and construction projects

The commission unanimously approved the overall concept design for Edgewater Park, keeping the parking lot footprint, renovating courts and adding one pickleball court. It also approved a pilot 9‑hole disc golf course at Tamarack Nature Preserve and adopted the October 7 meeting minutes. Commissioners directed staff to proceed with e‑transportation ordinance revisions and to draft a helmet ordinance for riders under 18. A proposal for trail speed‑limit ordinances was rejected (1‑for, 6‑against).

• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, none against, absent Montgomery)
• Approved Edgewater Park concept with one pickleball court (all in favor, none against, absent Montgomery)
• Approved pilot 9‑hole disc golf course at Tamarack Nature Preserve (all in favor, none against, absent Montgomery)
• Directed staff to proceed with e‑transportation ordinance revisions (unanimous support, no vote recorded)
• Approved staff draft of helmet ordinance for riders under 18 (all in favor)
• Rejected trail speed‑limit ordinance draft (1 in favor, 6 against)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The Woodbury City Council will hold a workshop to review proposed changes to the 2026 preliminary property tax levy and budget. Staff will present technical revisions and seek direction ahead of the Truth-in-Taxation public meeting scheduled for December 10.

• 2026 Preliminary Property Tax Levy and Budget Update
• Discussion of 2026 City Council Meeting Dates
• Elimination of projected dog license revenue of $20,400
• Increase of $15,000 for Rental License – Single Family
• Reduction of $49,000 in Streets Snow Control operations

The Woodbury City Council gave staff direction to reduce the 2026 budget by $65,000 for contracted GIS services. Council also asked staff to further refine discretionary travel and training expenditures. Staff were instructed to proceed with consideration of the 2026 City Council meeting dates. The adjustments will be included in the final 2026 Proposed Annual Budget in December.

• Directed staff to reduce $65,000 planned for contracted GIS services
• Directed staff to further refine discretionary travel and training expenditures
• Directed staff to proceed with consideration of 2026 City Council meeting dates

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will approve the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss details for the 2025 Business Celebration scheduled for December 9, 2025 at Topgolf. Commissioners will provide input on the event’s role for city staff, engagement strategy, golf bay assignments, DMO involvement, and social‑hour programming. The commission will also consider how to structure quarterly Mayor’s Business Outreach meetings for 2026 across eight identified sectors. A brief development update may be presented if time permits.

• Approve September 23, 2025 EDC meeting minutes
• Plan the 2025 Business Celebration at Topgolf on Dec 9, 2025, 3:00‑6:00 PM
• Seek EDC input on event roles, engagement tactics, golf bay assignments, DMO role, and social‑hour programming
• Develop quarterly Mayor’s Business Outreach meetings for 2026 covering health care, financial services, industrial/manufacturing, commercial real estate, hospitality/restaurants, transportation/warehousing, construction, and developers
• Provide a development update if time allows

The Economic Development Commission voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting. All present commissioners voted in favor and none opposed. No other formal actions were taken; the remaining agenda items were discussed without a vote.

• Approved September 23, 2025 EDC meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Woodbury City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes routine items such as the use of the Central District Trunk Storm Sewer Fund for Eagle Valley Golf Course pond vegetation, approval of the Settlers East 3rd Addition final plat, a memorandum of understanding with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49, and a reciprocal fire service agreement. Council members will also adopt the abstract of bills for October 3, 2025 totaling $4,988,067.57. In the public hearing, the Council will consider conditional use permits for Huntington National Bank and Champions Hall, a vacancy of a public drainage easement for Ashton Ridge, and an ordinance amendment to Chapter 5 (Animals).

• Resolution 25-170: Authorize Central District Trunk Storm Sewer Fund for Eagle Valley Golf Course Pond Vegetation Management
• Approval of Settlers East 3rd Addition Final Plat, Project No. 01-2025-00591 (Resolution 25-172)
• Resolution 25-171: Adopt MOU with International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49 – Central Pension Fund
• Adopt abstract of bills for October 3, 2025 in the amount of $4,988,067.57
• Resolution 25-174: Approve Conditional Use Permit and Site/Building Plan for Huntington National Bank, Project No. 04-2025-00584

The Woodbury City Council approved all items on the consent agenda by voice vote, with every member voting aye. Approvals included the use of the Central District Trunk Storm Sewer Fund for the Eagle Valley Golf Course Pond vegetation project, the Settlers East 3rd Addition final plat, a memorandum of understanding with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49, a reciprocal fire service renewal agreement, and abstract of bills totaling $4,988,067.57. The public hearing on the Huntington National Bank conditional use permit was opened, but no decision was recorded in these minutes.

• Approved use of Central District Trunk Storm Sewer Fund for Eagle Valley Golf Course Pond vegetation project (Resolution 25-170) – unanimous aye vote
• Approved Settlers East 3rd Addition final plat (Project No. 01-2025-00591) – unanimous aye vote
• Approved MOU with IUOE Local 49 regarding the Central Pension Fund (Resolution 25-171) – unanimous aye vote
• Approved Reciprocal Fire Service Renewal Agreement with Capital City Regional Firefighters Association (Resolution 25-172) – unanimous aye vote
• Approved abstract of bills for October 3, 2025 in the amount of $4,988,067.57 – unanimous aye vote
• Approved Council Workshop Minutes – October 08, 2025 – unanimous aye vote
• Approved Council Minutes – October 08, 2025 – unanimous aye vote

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The Woodbury City Council workshop will discuss the Draft 2026 Legislative Priorities, including state and federal funding requests. No formal votes will be taken; the council will provide feedback and direction in a consensus format. The draft priorities will later be considered for approval by resolution at a regular council meeting.

• State bonding request of $2 M for La Lake Park Restoration and Development Project
• Sales tax exemption request for materials and construction of the Water Treatment Plant and Water Tower
• Commitment to housing diversity and affordable housing initiatives
• Federal request of $4 M for deferred water storage maintenance projects
• Community Development Block Grant request of $2.5 M for trail repair and construction

The council gave staff direction to draft a final list of state legislative priorities based on the meeting’s comments. It also instructed staff to finalize federal legislative priorities with no changes. For the 2026 community survey, the council requested specific wording adjustments, question updates, and additions as listed. No votes were recorded and the meeting was a workshop session.

• Directed staff to draft final state legislative priorities reflecting council comments
• Directed staff to finalize federal legislative priorities unchanged
• Directed staff to revise community survey language and questions per council requests (e.g., adjust Q3a wording, update Q13 figure, keep Q17 with sub‑question, remove Q18, update Q24 narrative, review D14a wording, add “other” option to D9, add “formerly known as” note for TrueLens)
• Adjourned the workshop meeting at 7:24 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission will discuss a conditional use permit for a new Huntington National Bank at 525 Commons Drive and a permit for a 238,000-square-foot indoor sports facility at 11435 Hudson Road. The commission will also approve the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Huntington National Bank conditional use permit at 525 Commons Drive
• Champions Hall indoor sports facility conditional use permit at 11435 Hudson Road
• Approval of September 22, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Councilmember Kim Wilson report
• Public comments accepted in person and virtually

The Woodbury Planning Commission voted to approve the Conditional Use Permit and Site and Building Plan for Huntington National Bank at 525 Commons Drive. The motion passed unanimously with all seven commissioners voting in favor. Approval is subject to the staff‑recommended conditions, including amendments to condition 3 and the combination of conditions 17 and 22.

• Approved Huntington National Bank Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan (7‑0 vote)
• Added amendments to condition 3 and combined conditions 17 and 22 as part of the approval

City Council

The Woodbury City Council will consider two public‑hearing items: approving an amended conditional use permit for Valley Creek Retail – Moe’s Southwest Grill and denying a variance request for 7086 Military Road. The meeting also includes a consent agenda approving a cooperative erosion‑control data agreement, authorizing a $450,000 grant application, appointing election judges for the Nov. 4 special election, and approving abstract of bills totaling about $13.9 million. Additional reports and an open forum will follow.

• Approve Valley Creek Retail – Moe’s Southwest Grill amended conditional use permit (Project No. 07-2025-00588)
• Deny variance request at 7086 Military Road (Project No. 29-2025-00580)
• Adopt Resolution 25‑166 for cooperative agreement on erosion and sediment control inspection database migration
• Adopt Resolution 25‑167 authorizing application for $450,000 Minnesota DNR ReLeaf Community Forestry Grants
• Approve abstract of bills for Sept 19, 2025 ($11,473,148.03) and Sept 26, 2025 ($2,460,257.53)

The Woodbury City Council approved several routine items by voice vote. It adopted Resolution 25-166 for a cooperative erosion‑and‑sediment control database agreement, adopted Resolution 25-167 to apply for a $450,000 Minnesota DNR ReLeaf Community Forestry Grant, and adopted Resolution 25-168 appointing election judges for the November 4, 2025 special election. The council also approved the September 24, 2025 workshop and council minutes and the abstract of bills totaling $13,933,405.56.

• Approved Council Workshop Minutes – September 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Council Minutes – September 24, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-166 – cooperative agreement for erosion and sediment control database migration (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-167 – authorized application for $450,000 ReLeaf Community Forestry Grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-168 – appointed election judges for Nov 4, 2025 Senate District 47 special election (unanimous)
• Approved abstract of bills: $11,473,148.03 for September 19, 2025 and $2,460,257.53 for September 26, 2025 (unanimous)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will consider approving the issuance of an additional $2.9 million in tax-exempt bonds for the Meadows at Prairie Ridge affordable housing project. The meeting will also include the approval of the September 24, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approval of September 24, 2025, HRA meeting minutes
• Authorization of $2.9M in tax-exempt bonds for Meadows at Prairie Ridge
• HRA Resolution 25-09 for bond issuance
• No public hearings scheduled
• No discussion items scheduled

The board approved the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting. It adopted Resolution 25-09, authorizing an additional series of multifamily housing revenue obligations for LSBD Woodbury Manning, LLC and approving the related documents. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted HRA Resolution 25-09 authorizing multifamily housing revenue obligations for LSBD Woodbury Manning, LLC (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The Woodbury City Council will conduct a closed‑session security briefing and emergency response tabletop exercise with Public Safety Director Jason Posel and Emergency Services Coordinator Kyra Stedman, as allowed by Minnesota Statute 13D.05. The session is for discussion only, with no formal votes and no fiscal impact. Additional agenda items include informational updates from the Administrator, the Mayor and Council, and a brief adjournment.

• Closed session emergency operations center security briefing and tabletop exercise (Minnesota Statute 13D.05)
• Administrator comments and updates (informational)
• Mayor and City Council comments and commission liaison updates (informational)
• Adjournment

The council conducted a closed‑session emergency operations center security briefing and tabletop exercise as allowed by Minnesota Statute §13D.05. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded, and the meeting returned to open session without further decisions.

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will review the Parks and Facilities Long-Range Plan and discuss park ordinances regarding e-transportation modes. The meeting includes a staff presentation from the Sports Center Specialist and a report from Council Member Stafford.

• Discussion of Park Ordinance related to E-Transportation Modes (Memorandum 25-25)
• Review of Parks and Facilities Long-Range Plan (Memorandum 25-24)
• Optional tour of La Lake South
• Staff presentation by Greg Samms, Sports Center Specialist
• Discussion on adding a November meeting

The commission unanimously approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It affirmed consensus to draft an update to Ordinance 16-46 to include Class 3 e‑bikes, to update Ordinance 16-44 to allow motorized foot scooters, and to create a draft helmet‑use ordinance for riders under 18. The commission also agreed to continue education campaigns and scheduled a November 10 meeting to review the draft ordinances.

• Approved September 9, 2025 PNRC meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Affirmed consensus to draft update to Ordinance 16-46 to include Class 3 e‑bikes
• Affirmed consensus to draft update to Ordinance 16-44 to allow motorized foot scooters
• Affirmed consensus to continue education campaigns on e‑transportation
• Affirmed consensus to research helmet rules and draft helmet‑use ordinance for review
• Scheduled PNRC meeting for Monday, November 10, 2025 to review e‑transportation ordinances

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is considering a $250,000 not-to-exceed levy for 2026. The board is also reviewing the appointment of a new Executive Director and a grant application for affordable housing.

• Proposed 2026 not-to-exceed HRA levy of $250,000
• Application for a $300,000 2025 Livable Communities Affordable Homeownership grant for Two Rivers Community Land Trust
• Appointment of Jeffrey Dahl as HRA Executive Director
• Approval of July 30, 2025 meeting minutes

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved its consent agenda, which included the July 30, 2025 meeting minutes, the appointment of Jeffrey Dahl as Executive Director, and an application for the 2025 Livable Communities Affordable Homeownership grant. The board then adopted Resolution 25-08, authorizing a not‑to‑exceed HRA levy of $250,000 for 2026. All items were approved by voice vote with every member voting aye.

• Approved July 30, 2025 HRA meeting minutes (consent agenda) – unanimous aye
• Appointed Jeffrey Dahl as HRA Executive Director (Resolution 25-06) – unanimous aye
• Authorized application for 2025 Livable Communities Affordable Homeownership grant (Resolution 25-07) – unanimous aye
• Adopted Resolution 25-08 authorizing 2026 not‑to‑exceed HRA levy of $250,000 – unanimous aye

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council will discuss a proposed long-range plan to guide the management and development of parks and recreational spaces for the next 10-15 years. Staff is seeking guidance on the process and the formation of a resident focus group. No formal votes will be taken during this workshop.

• Tour of Central Park construction site at 8595 Central Park Place
• Proposed $250,000 budget for the Long-Range Plan funded by the General Fund
• Proposal to form a resident focus group of 20-30 people
• Planned RFP for consulting firms in Q4 2025
• Discussion of priority land acquisition for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan

The council toured Central Park and then met at City Hall. Staff presented the Parks and Facilities Long‑Range Plan, and council members asked questions and discussed it. The council gave direction for staff to proceed with the planning process as presented. No vote tally was recorded.

• Directed staff to proceed with the Parks and Facilities Long‑Range Plan (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Woodbury City Council will consider and adopt a preliminary property tax levy and budget for 2026, authorize the County Auditor to modify certain debt levies, and approve the Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority’s special benefit tax. The council will also schedule the Truth-in-Taxation public meeting for December 10, 2025. In addition, the council will vote on several consent‑agenda items, including a $79,664 FEMA hazard mitigation grant, contracts for the Weir Drive improvements and a battery energy storage system, and adoption of the Minnesota Paid Leave Program.

• Accept $79,664 FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant (Resolution 25-154)
• Authorize engineering consulting agreement with WSB, Inc. for Weir Drive improvements (Resolution 25-155)
• Award Battery Energy Storage System construction contract to Apadana, LLC (Resolution 25-156)
• Adopt Minnesota Paid Leave Program and agreement with Symetra Insurance (Resolution 25-161)
• Adopt preliminary 2026 property tax levy, budget, and related debt‑levy changes (Resolutions 25-163, 25-164, 25-165)

The Woodbury City Council adopted several resolutions authorizing grant acceptance, engineering and consulting contracts, a battery storage project contract, a tobacco sales license, and the Minnesota Paid Leave Program. All consent‑agenda items were approved by voice vote. The council also swore in seven new police officers.

• Approved $79,664 Hazard Mitigation Grant from FEMA (voice vote)
• Approved engineering consulting agreement with WSB, Inc. for Weir Drive project (voice vote)
• Awarded Battery Energy Storage System contract to Apadana, LLC (voice vote)
• Authorized application to 3M PFAS Settlement Priority 2 Grant for two projects (voice vote)
• Approved execution of MOU with Ramsey‑Washington Metro Watershed District for native vegetation restoration (voice vote)
• Approved professional services agreement with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for 2027 Roadway Rehabilitation Project (voice vote)
• Approved Tobacco Sales License for Elite Liquor Inc. at 8472 Tamarack Bay (voice vote)
• Adopted Minnesota Paid Leave Program, agreement with Symetra, discontinued city paid parental leave, and updated Employee Handbook (voice vote)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will receive an update on Destination: Woodbury, including lodging tax revenue of $376,860 for Jan‑Jun and recent occupancy and rate trends. Commissioners will review a refreshed plan for the 2025 Business Celebration, which will be hosted at Topgolf and will honor businesses that invested at least $30,000, with larger projects over $1 million receiving formal recognition. A Public Safety “Retail Details” presentation and a development tour invitation for October 15 at Central Park will also be presented.

• Destination: Woodbury update – lodging tax revenue $376,860 (Jan‑Jun), occupancy rates up to 83%, ADR up to $119
• 2025 Business Celebration plan – venue Topgolf, honors for investments ≥ $30,000 and projects > $1 M
• Public Safety “Retail Details” presentation for retail business safety programs
• Development tour invitation – October 15, 5:15‑7:30 PM at renovated Central Park
• Central Park marketing campaign Phase 1 results – 51 inquiries, 14 tours scheduled for October

The Economic Development Commission approved the minutes from its June 24, 2025 meeting, with all seven present members voting in favor and no opposition. The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on Topgolf, the planned Business Celebration event, public‑safety initiatives, and an upcoming development tour, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved June 24, 2025 minutes (7‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an amendment to the Conditional Use Permit for Valley Creek Retail to allow a Class II restaurant (Moe’s Southwest Grill) at 6671 Valley Creek Road in the B-2 district. It will also review a variance request for 7086 Military Road to permit two buildable lots on 4.98 acres in the R-2 zone. A kick‑off presentation for the Southwest Bailey Property Master Plan will be given, and the commission will address a council report and approve minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting.

• Amended Conditional Use Permit for Valley Creek Retail to allow a Class II restaurant at 6671 Valley Creek Road (B-2 district)
• Variance request for 7086 Military Road to allow two buildable lots on 4.98 acres (R-2 zone)
• Kick‑off presentation for Southwest Bailey Property Master Plan
• Council report from Councilmember Jennifer Santini
• Approval of minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting

The commission voted to approve the amended conditional use permit for Moe’s Southwest Grill at 6671 Valley Creek Road, allowing a Class II restaurant without a drive‑through, subject to staff‑recommended conditions. All five present commissioners voted in favor; two members were absent. No decision was recorded on the variance request for 7086 Military Road.

• Approved amended conditional use permit for Moe’s Southwest Grill (5‑in‑favor)
• No decision recorded on variance request for 7086 Military Road

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The Woodbury City Council workshop will present the 2026 budget and review the 2025 General Fund. Members will discuss the proposed 2025 taxes for the TnT preliminary levy and the preliminary 2026 budget. The meeting includes public comment periods and updates from the Administrator, Mayor, and Council.

• Executive Summary Presentation of 2026 Budget
• Discussion of 2025 Budgets by Fund (General Fund review)
• Continuing Discussion of 2026 Budget by Fund (Special Revenue, Capital Project, Enterprise Funds)
• Direction by City Council regarding proposed 2025 taxes for TnT preliminary levy
• Preliminary 2026 Budget direction

The City Council held a workshop to review the proposed 2026 budget, receiving departmental presentations and public comment. Council directed staff to increase interest earned revenue by $100,000 and remove the $390,745 Public Safety Expansion Project levy, deferring it to 2027. Further guidance was given to review fireworks funding, travel/training costs, fund balance projects, and staffing justifications. Final budget consideration is set for September 24.

• Directed increase of Interest Earned revenue by $100,000
• Directed removal of $390,745 Public Safety Expansion Project levy, deferring to 2027
• Directed review of 4th of July fireworks/event funding
• Directed review of travel and training expenditures
• Directed prioritization of fund balance-funded projects
• Directed further justifications for non-public safety staffing requests

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss the Edgewater Park parking lot, tennis court, and basketball court replacement project (Memorandum 25-20). The meeting also includes a community development planning update (Memorandum 25-19), a park ordinance discussion on e‑transportation modes (Memorandum 25-21), and a Capital Improvement Plan presentation (Memorandum 25-22) that may be postponed. An optional tour of the La Lake South project is scheduled for September.

• Edgewater Park parking lot, tennis court, and basketball court replacements – Memorandum 25-20
• Park ordinance discussion related to e‑transportation modes – Memorandum 25-21
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) presentation – Memorandum 25-22
• Community Development Planning update – Memorandum 25-19
• Optional tour of La Lake South project – scheduled for September

The commission unanimously approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes and swore in new commissioner Timothy Brewington II. Commissioners gave a thumbs‑up consensus to amend Ordinance 16‑44 to permit Class 3 e‑bikes on city trails. They also directed staff to revise Edgewater Park plans to show one design with a single pickleball court and another with none, and set Central Park’s public opening for October 1 with a grand reopening on November 2.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Sworn in new Commissioner Timothy Brewington II
• Approved update to Ordinance 16‑44 to allow Class 3 e‑bikes on trails (thumbs‑up consensus)
• Directed Edgewater Park design revisions: one option with one pickleball court, another with none
• Set Central Park public opening date October 1 and grand reopening November 2

City Council

The Woodbury City Council will review the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and approve a resolution for Trunk Highway 95 turn lane improvements. The meeting also includes approving a tobacco sales license, a liquor license, and the dismissal of an employee.

• Approval of 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Resolution for Trunk Highway 95 turn lane improvements
• Approval of Tobacco Sales License for X-Golf Woodbury
• Public hearing for My Burger liquor license
• Approval to dismiss a City of Woodbury employee

The City Council unanimously adopted the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, the Communications Letter, and compliance reports. The Council also approved a grant application to the DNR Conservation Partners Legacy Grant, a cooperative construction agreement for Trunk Highway 95 turn‑lane improvements, and a tobacco sales license for WJB Holdings LLC dba X‑Golf Woodbury. Abstracts of bills for $719,132.67 (Aug 8) and $5,894,218.12 (Aug 15) were approved.

• Adopted 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and related compliance letters (5‑0 voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25‑151 authorizing DNR Conservation Partners Legacy Grant application (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25‑152 approving cooperative construction agreement for Trunk Highway 95 turn‑lane improvements (voice vote)
• Approved Tobacco Sales License for WJB Holdings LLC dba X‑Golf Woodbury, 8150 Coller Way (voice vote)
• Approved abstract of bills for August 8, 2025 in the amount of $719,132.67 (voice vote)
• Approved abstract of bills for August 15, 2025 in the amount of $5,894,218.12 (voice vote)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The Woodbury City Council will hold a workshop to tour the Water Treatment Plant construction site and discuss the PFAS water treatment project. The meeting will include a closed session on litigation strategy and no formal votes will be taken.

• Tour of Water Treatment Plant construction site
• Closed session on 3M PFAS litigation strategy
• Discussion of Water Treatment Plant project status
• Project update on 32,000 feet of pipelines installed
• Project update on 14% completion of Water Treatment Plant

The council entered a closed session at 5:31 p.m. to discuss strategy with special litigation counsel regarding the 3M PFAS and AFFF litigation, and returned to open session at 6:09 p.m. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded. Council members also toured the off‑site water‑treatment plant construction site; Councilmember Wilson did not attend the tour. The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

Audit and Investment Commission

The commission will meet to review and potentially accept audit materials presented by BerganKDV. The body will also receive updates on city investment results and 2024 performance measures.

• Presentation and motion for acceptance of City of Woodbury Audit Results from BerganKDV
• City Investment Results Update provided by Ehlers
• Review of City 2024 Performance Measures via public dashboard

The Audit and Investment Commission unanimously approved the March 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission also unanimously accepted the audit findings and will forward them to the City Council for approval. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 21, 2025 audit minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted audit findings and will send to Council for approval (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a request to rezone 5 acres at 8040 Ranch Road to allow for three additional single-family lots. The commission will also review an application for a new daycare facility called Alma Flor Ada.

• Rezoning of 8040 Ranch Road from R-1 Urban Reserve to R-4 Urban Residential
• Preliminary Plat for 3 new single-family lots at 8040 Ranch Road
• Application for Alma Flor Ada daycare west of Bielenberg Drive and south of Tamarack Road
• Proposal for the applicant to pave Ranch Road at their own cost

The commission heard staff recommendation to approve a rezoning and preliminary plat for three new single‑family lots at 8040 Ranch Road. Public input raised concerns about traffic, parking, runoff and road maintenance. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council will hold a workshop to review the 2024 Performance Measures Summary report and analytics dashboard. Members will also discuss key budget considerations for 2026 and receive a closed-session presentation on security protocols for elected officials.

• Review of 2024 Performance Measures (Item 25-191)
• Discussion of 2026 Key Budget Considerations (Item 25-192)
• Closed session on physical safety and security protocols for elected officials
• Reported 2024 employee turnover rate of 7.4%
• Reported 2024 debt as a percentage of taxable market value at 0.36%

The council gave direction for additional performance measures, especially for public‑safety mutual‑aid tracking and employee turnover data. It also prioritized staffing needs in the 2026 budget and instructed staff to explore cost adjustments, use fund balances, and review capital projects. Staff were asked to provide guidance on the tax‑rate reduction figure for the upcoming budget workshop. No formal approvals, votes, or motions were recorded.

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is deciding whether to assign a first-time homeownership mortgage to an investor following a foreclosure. The board will consider a proposal to recapture a portion of public funds from a property sold at a sheriff's sale.

• Proposed HRA Resolution 25-05 to assign a mortgage for 7965 Forest Blvd Unit C to MKR LLC for $7,500
• Potential loss of $17,500 on a $25,000 first-time homeownership loan

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the minutes from its June 11, 2025 meeting. The board also adopted Resolution 25‑05, which authorizes the authority to assign a mortgage that secures a first‑time homeownership program loan to MKR LLC. Both items were approved by a unanimous voice vote of the five members. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑05 assigning mortgage to MKR LLC (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council will discuss progress on the Public Safety Strategic Initiative, focusing on staffing, EMS operations, and facility planning. This workshop serves as a forum for discussion and consensus; no formal votes will be taken.

• Update on Strategic Staffing Plan regarding recruitment and retention
• Review of EMS Fire 24-hour shift implementation started in April 2025
• Planning for facility remodel and department relocation
• Discussion on Environmental Stewardship Strategic Initiative Update 25-183
• Information update on Fiber-to-the-Home 25-184

The council instructed staff to begin a review of block‑party, event and parade permitting ordinances. It also directed staff to develop memoranda of understanding with a TrueLens fiber‑to‑the‑home provider. The council asked that a July 3 staff memorandum be redistributed and ordered a review of e‑bike and scooter regulations, with the Parks and Natural Resources Commission handling the initial evaluation.

• Directed staff to review current block‑party/event/parade ordinances (staff review to be initiated)
• Directed staff to work toward developing MOU(s) with a TrueLens fiber provider franchisee
• Requested redistribution of the staff memorandum dated July 3
• Directed staff to review applicable e‑bike and scooter ordinances, state law, and enforcement options
• Assigned the Parks and Natural Resources Commission to conduct the first review of e‑bike/scooter recommendations

City Council

The City Council will consider the adoption of a five-year Capital Improvement Plan and a resolution for Livable Communities Demonstration Account grants. The body will also review a $2,000 tourism grant and a new directive regarding public meeting attendance via interactive technology.

• Adoption of 2026–2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Acceptance of $2,000 Explore Minnesota Tourism Grant
• Authorization to apply for 2025 Livable Communities Demonstration Account Grants
• Abstract of bills for July 11 ($1,625,083.25) and July 18 ($8,770,108.56)
• Appointment of Tim Brewington to the Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The Woodbury City Council voted unanimously to adopt the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan as part of the consent agenda. The council also approved several resolutions, accepted a commission resignation, appointed a new commissioner, and authorized a $2,000 tourism grant. All consent‑agenda items were approved by voice vote.

• Approved 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25‑140 for Livable Communities Demonstration Account funding (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25‑141 accepting $2,000 Explore Minnesota Tourism Grant (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Ed Myatt from PNRC (unanimous)
• Appointed Tim Brewington to the vacant PNRC seat (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25‑142 Public Body Member Attending Public Meetings tech (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2025 City Council meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved abstract of bills for July 11 ($1,625,083.25) and July 18 ($8,770,108.56) (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several construction contracts and infrastructure updates. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a new indoor pickleball club and a planned unit development.

• Contract with Peterson Companies Inc. for M Health Fairview Sports Center Irrigation Project for $3,639,349
• Contract with A-1 Excavating, LLC for Tower Drive Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project for $389,555
• Conditional Use Permit for an Indoor Pickleball Club (Project No. 03-2025-00581)
• Concept Planned Unit Development for 4255 Woodlane Drive (Project No. 29-2025-00582)
• Installation of stop signs on northbound and southbound Arbor Drive at Hargis Parkway

The Woodbury City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which authorized a two‑way stop at Arbor Drive/Hargis Parkway, a $3,639,349 contract to Peterson Companies for the M Health Fairview Sports Center irrigation project, and several other items. They also moved the public hearing on the Continued Ranch Road addition to August 13, 2025. The indoor pickleball conditional‑use hearing was closed with a vote in favor.

• Approved all consent agenda items by voice vote (unanimous)
• Authorized two‑way stop‑controlled intersection at Arbor Drive and Hargis Parkway (Resolution 25‑134)
• Awarded $3,639,349 contract to Peterson Companies Inc. for M Health Fairview Sports Center Irrigation Project (Resolution 25‑135)
• Awarded $389,555 contract to A‑1 Excavating, LLC for Tower Drive Sanitary Sewer Improvements (Resolution 25‑136)
• Certified curb stop repairs for three addresses to Washington County Auditor (Resolution 25‑137)
• Approved change of polling location for Precinct 1 (Resolution 25‑138)
• Approved temporary on‑sale intoxicating liquor license for Woodbury Days Council (Council Letter 25‑178)
• Continued public hearing on Continued Ranch Road addition to August 13, 2025 (vote 5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss three development projects, including two residential subdivisions and a conditional use permit for a commercial recreation facility. The body will provide feedback on a concept plan for Woodlane Drive and consider a rezoning request for Ranch Road.

• Concept Planned Unit Development for a 9-lot subdivision at 4255 Woodlane Dr
• Rezoning and Preliminary Plat for 3 additional single-family lots at 8040 Ranch Road
• Conditional Use Permit for 8 indoor pickleball courts at 390 Commerce Drive
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment at 4255 Woodlane Dr from Rural Estate to Urban Estate

Staff presented a Concept Planned Unit Development application for a nine‑lot subdivision at 4255 Woodlane Drive. Commissioners asked numerous questions about zoning changes, lot sizes, utilities, trail design, and future reviews. The commission did not take any formal action or vote on the application during this meeting.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project and a pavement project for Woodlane Drive. The body is also considering a contract for the rehabilitation of Well 2 and Well 8.

• Contract award to Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. for Well 2 and Well 8 rehabilitation: $242,312
• Letter of Engagement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation design: $293,280
• Woodlane Drive (Bailey Road to Wooddale Drive) Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Abstract of bills for June 6, 2025: $15,568,245.96
• Abstract of bills for June 13, 2025: $3,809,436.90

The council voted unanimously to approve the consent agenda, which included a $242,312 contract for the 2025 Well 2 and Well 8 rehabilitation project and abstract of bills totaling $15,568,245.96 (June 6) and $3,809,436.90 (June 13). The minutes for the June 11, 2025 meeting were also approved. No action was taken on the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project items, which were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved Council minutes from June 11, 2025 (voice vote aye by all members)
• Adopted Resolution 25-131 authorizing $242,312 contract with Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. (voice vote aye)
• Approved abstract of bills for June 6, 2025 ($15,568,245.96) and June 13, 2025 ($3,809,436.90) (voice vote aye)
• Discussed 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project items; no vote or action taken

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council will discuss a proposed five-year plan for major projects and purchases. The plan serves as a guide for future planning and funding, with formal adoption planned for July 16.

• Proposed 2026–2030 Capital Improvement Plan totaling $383,607,000 in projects
• Review of revenue sources and costs by department
• Discussion of debt financing requirements for the plan
• Review of Water Treatment Infrastructure projects
• Identification of Residential/Commercial Plan B Infrastructure projects

The council gave direction to incorporate the presented water, sewer and stormwater utility rates into the proposed 2026 budget. Funding for a $130,000 website and intranet redesign was removed from the CIP and placed in the department operational budget. Public Works project #043‑PW‑21 for irrigation replacement was sent to the July 16 council meeting for consideration, while project #064‑PW‑22 for Tower Drive watermain replacement/lining was removed. Minor funding corrections related to recent grant awards will be listed in the council’s adoption letter.

• Support incorporation of water, sewer and stormwater utility rates into 2026 budget (direction)
• Move $130,000 website/intranet redesign funding from CIP to $30,000 operational budget (direction)
• Advance Public Works project #043-PW-21 (irrigation replacement) to July 16 council consideration (direction)
• Remove Public Works project #064-PW-22 (Tower Drive watermain replacement/lining) from CIP (direction)
• Staff to list minor funding corrections from grant awards for inclusion in adoption letter (direction)

Economic Development Commission

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Erich Mische, seconded by Philip (Flip) Rush, and all present members voted in favor with no opposition. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 22, 2025 EDC meeting minutes (unanimous vote)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet to consider updates to its loan programs and approve year-end financial statements. The meeting consists primarily of routine consent agenda items.

• Approving changes to the HRA’s Loan Programs 25-06
• Approval of 2024 Year-End HRA Financial Statements 25-07
• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes, adopted changes to its loan programs, and adopted the 2024 year‑end financial statements. All three consent‑agenda items were approved by voice with four members voting aye and one member absent. No other items were discussed.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4 ayes)
• Approved changes to HRA loan programs (4 ayes)
• Approved 2024 year‑end HRA financial statements (4 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (4 ayes)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to swear in eight police officers and seven EMS firefighters. The session includes a tour of the Wilmes Lake alum treatment project and art installations at Hasenbank Park.

• Swearing in of 8 Police Officers and 7 EMS Firefighters
• Tour of Wilmes Lake alum treatment project for water quality improvement
• Tour of Hasenbank Park art installations including 'Gears', 'Branching Out', 'Flowing Roots', and 'Percolation Through the Prairie'

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss the divisional mission statement and review financial analysis through April 2025. The body will also receive updates on environmental stewardship and current park projects.

• Edgewater Park Engagement Plan discussion
• La Lake (South) project update
• 2025 replacement projects discussion
• Environmental Stewardship Update (Memorandum 25-15)
• Financial Analysis through April 2025 (Memorandum 25-16)

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the minutes from its May 6, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Commissioner Freese, seconded by Commissioner Doherty, and passed with all voting members in favor and Commissioner Branion abstaining. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous in favor, one abstention)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an Amended Conditional Use Permit for Woodbury Leadership Academy. The proposal seeks to expand the school's use to include grades 9-12 within an existing building.

• Amended Conditional Use Permit for Woodbury Leadership Academy at 8147 Globe Drive
• Proposal to add grades 9-12, potentially adding 300-400 students
• Plan to occupy approximately 15,000 square feet of the building for the 2025-2026 school year
• Proposed traffic mitigation including a staggered pickup approach
• Concept plan for future gymnasium and performing arts center

Staff presented a recommendation to approve a Conditional Use Permit for Woodbury Leadership Academy to expand at 8147 Globe Drive. Commissioners asked questions about phasing, traffic, parking, security, and future site plans. No vote or formal decision was recorded in the minutes.

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss design updates for the Public Safety Campus and a proposed new rate structure for the Street Lighting Utility Fund. No formal votes will be taken during this session.

• Public Safety Campus improvements with a $60 million budget
• Proposed rate structure for the Street Lighting Utility Fund for 2026 implementation
• Afton Fire Station Remodel design and bidding update
• Review of Street Lighting Utility Capital Asset Funding and Reserve Policy

Council expressed concern about public access to the public safety campus and asked staff to continue reviewing alternatives while directing staff to proceed with the campus improvements as presented and to consider reactivating Upper Afton Fire Station 2 in 2025. Council directed staff to adopt Option 3 for the Street Lighting Utility Fund rate structure, to prepare the revised structure and rates for future Council consideration, and to develop a community‑engagement process and memorandum on the plan.

• Requested staff continue reviewing public access alternatives for the public safety campus (no further direction)
• Advised staff to proceed with public safety campus improvements as presented
• Directed staff to consider reactivating Upper Afton Fire Station 2 in 2025
• Supported Option 3 for the Street Lighting Utility Fund rate structure
• Instructed staff to bring the revised rate structure and rates to a future Council meeting
• Instructed staff to bring the Council Directive on capital asset funding to a future Council meeting
• Directed staff to develop a community‑engagement process and provide a memorandum on the lighting plan

City Council

The City Council will review a large consent agenda featuring various infrastructure projects, grant acceptances, and site plans. Key items include playground replacements, roadway rehabilitation, and stormwater management.

• Contract for Pioneer Park and Carver Lake Park Beach playground replacements not to exceed $345,000
• Construction contract for Pioneer Park and Wedgewood Park Stormwater project for $507,254.02
• Site and Building Plan for Woodbury Spine and Wellness (Project No. 04-2025-00578)
• Geothermal Energy Grant for M Health Fairview Sports Center for $144,598
• Parking prohibition on Pioneer Drive from Dale Road to 0.2 miles south of Lighthouse Lane

The Woodbury City Council approved a $507,254.02 contract with Kurilla Contracting for the Pioneer Park and Wedgewood Park stormwater best‑management project. The council also accepted a $144,598 geothermal energy grant and approved related budget changes. Additional actions included a joint‑use agreement with the Math and Science Academy and the purchase of new city‑wide laptops.

• Approved $507,254.02 contract for Pioneer Park and Wedgewood Park stormwater BMP (Resolution 25-106)
• Accepted $144,598 Geothermal Energy Grant and approved budget amendment (Resolution 25-94)
• Accepted Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Implementation Grants for Battery Energy Storage System (Resolution 25-95)
• Approved joint‑use agreement with Math and Science Academy for school facility access (Resolution 25-93)
• Authorized purchase of city‑wide laptops due for replacement in 2025 (Resolution 25-113)
• Prohibited parking on both sides of Pioneer Drive from Dale Road to 0.2 mi south of Lighthouse Lane (Resolution 25-100)
• Set public improvement hearing date of June 11, 2025 for the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project (Resolution 25-98)
• Approved public improvement hearing date of June 11, 2025 for Woodlane Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project (Resolution 25-101)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss several memoranda including an update on the city's ash tree management for Emerald Ash Borer, a system-wide natural resource management plan, a public art project at Wilmes Lake, the 2024 Parks and Recreation annual report, and a review of playground replacements at Pioneer Park and Carver Lake Beach. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, open forum, and council report.

• City Ash Tree Update – Memorandum 25-09: current inventory and treatment of ~402 City-maintained ash trees affected by Emerald Ash Borer
• System-wide Natural Resource Management Plan – Memorandum 25-10
• Wilmes Lake Public Art – Memorandum 25-11
• Parks and Recreation Department 2024 Annual Report – Memorandum 25-12
• Pioneer Park and Carver Lake Beach Playground Replacement Review – Memorandum 25-13

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. Commissioners gave a thumbs‑up consensus to the Wilmes Lake mural project and to the proposed playground improvements for Pioneer Park and Carver Lake Beach, with the contract to be sent to the City Council for consideration at the May 14 meeting. They also approved optional tours of the Andy’s Bark Park community garden before the June PNRC meeting and a La Lake project tour before the September PNRC meeting.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Approved Wilmes Lake mural installation (thumbs‑up consensus)
• Approved playground improvement process; contract to be forwarded to City Council (thumbs‑up consensus)
• Approved optional Community Garden tour before June PNRC meeting (thumbs‑up consensus)
• Approved optional La Lake project tour before September PNRC meeting (thumbs‑up consensus)

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission will discuss and potentially vote on a site and building plan for an 8,000-square-foot medical office building (Woodbury Spine & Wellness) in the CityPlace development. The property is located south of I-94 and east of Radio Drive, zoned Gateway District. Staff recommends approval subject to 12 conditions covering materials, lighting, landscaping, and stormwater. The commission will also discuss the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Site and building plan for Woodbury Spine & Wellness medical office (8,000 sq ft, 1.27 acres) at CityPlace, east of Radio Drive
• Staff recommendation for approval with 12 conditions, including material mock-ups, lighting standards, and landscaping
• Discussion of 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update (no details provided in agenda)
• Council report from Councilmember Donna Stafford
• Approval of March 3, 2025 draft minutes

The commission approved the Woodbury Spine and Wellness Site and Building Plan (Project 04-2025-00578) with staff‑recommended conditions on parking proof, landscaping, and signage. The motion was moved by Stephanie Swanson, seconded by Marcia Kennedy, and all five commissioners present voted in favor. The commission also received an informational update on the city’s 2050 Comprehensive Plan, but no action was taken on that item.

• Approved Woodbury Spine and Wellness Site and Building Plan (Project 04-2025-00578) subject to conditions

City Council - Workshop Meetings

This is a workshop meeting for discussion only; no formal votes will be taken. The main item is the City Administrator recruitment, where the Council will finalize the interview format, select three to five finalists, and confirm interview dates. Also discussed: an update on the Housing Action Plan, and the timing of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan process.

• Council to finalize interview format and select 3-5 finalists for City Administrator, replacing retiring Clinton Gridley
• City budgeted $40,000 for recruitment; Baker Tilly contracted for $29,500
• Discussion of Housing Action Plan Update
• Discussion of 2050 Comprehensive Plan process and timing of Sub-Phase 2D opening
• Workshop is not recorded and no formal votes are taken

The council approved the list of five finalists for the city administrator recruitment and set the interview schedule. It endorsed all six staff recommendations in the Housing Action Plan and directed the Audit & Investment Commission to review the HRA fund balance in 2026. The council also supported forming a 15‑member citizen advisory task force and authorized staff to start the Cottage Grove Drive and Dale Road Master Plan in early 2026.

• Confirmed five finalists for city administrator interview process
• Supported six staff recommendations for the Housing Action Plan
• Directed Audit & Investment Commission to review HRA fund balance directive in 2026
• Approved creation of a 15‑member citizen advisory task force
• Authorized staff to begin Cottage Grove Drive and Dale Road Master Plan in early 2026

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes with all members listed voting in favor and no opposition. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried, ending the session at 9:10 a.m. The commission also received updates on the Destination: Woodbury website, the economic development dashboard, the upcoming business celebration, and current development projects, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved March 25, 2025 EDC meeting minutes (all in favor: Eric Schurr, Emanuel Ekstrom, Silwai Ing, Michael Zoladkiewicz, Tim Horton, Amy Schmidt, Paul “Woody” Leindecker, Philip Rush, Erich Mische)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:10 a.m. (motion passed)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will discuss issuing revenue bonds and obligations for three multifamily projects. This includes an additional obligation for the Reserve at Settlers Ridge and new financing plans for two other developments.

• Issuance of an additional $1,480,000 in tax-exempt bonds for Phase I of the Reserve at Settlers Ridge (Woodbury AH I, LLLP)
• Public hearing on financing and revenue bonds for Woodbury AH II, LLLP
• Public hearing on financing and revenue obligations for LSBD Woodbury Manning, LLC
• HRA issuer fee of $1,850 for the Reserve at Settlers Ridge obligation

The Authority approved the minutes from the Jan. 22, 2025 meeting and adopted Resolution 25‑02 authorizing an additional $1.48 M of tax‑exempt bonds for phase I of the Reserve at Settlers Ridge. It also approved Resolution 25‑03 for $22.25 M of bonds to finance phase II of the Reserve at Settlers Ridge. Finally, the board adopted Resolution 25‑04 authorizing up to $55 M of tax‑exempt and taxable conduit revenue bonds for the Meadows at Prairie Ridge affordable housing development. All votes were unanimous ayes with one member absent.

• Approved minutes of Jan. 22, 2025 meeting (Consent agenda) – 4 ayes, 0 no, 1 absent
• Approved Resolution 25‑02 for $1.48 M bond issuance (Reserve at Settlers Ridge phase I) – 4 ayes, 0 no, 1 absent
• Approved Resolution 25‑03 for $22.25 M bond issuance (Reserve at Settlers Ridge phase II) – 4 ayes, 0 no, 1 absent
• Approved Resolution 25‑04 for up to $55 M bond issuance (Meadows at Prairie Ridge) – 4 ayes, 0 no, 1 absent

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council workshop will discuss a recommended new rate structure methodology for the Street Lighting Utility Fund (Option No. 3) and review a draft policy on capital asset funding and reserves. Staff will also provide an informational update on proposed stormwater rate increases for 2026. No formal votes will be taken; the session is for discussion and direction.

• Presentation of recommended Option No. 3 for Street Lighting Utility Fund rate structure (residential uniform rate, commercial at 25-50% of ERU)
• Review of draft Council Directive CD-FIN-X.XX on Street Lighting Utility Capital Asset Funding and Reserve Policy
• Discussion of Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) allocation for rural estate, urban reserve, commercial, public, and semi-public properties
• Informational update on 2026 Storm Water Utility Fund rate increase (no action required)
• Schedule outlined: final adoption of 2026 utility rates in December 2025

The Woodbury City Council workshop saw a majority of members support option three of the Street Lighting Utility Fund rate structure. Council directed staff to review the proposal further at the May 28 workshop and asked for clearer definitions and consistent terminology. No formal vote tally was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.

• Supported option three for street lighting utility fund rate structure (majority)
• Directed staff to conduct further review at the May 28 workshop
• Requested clearer definitions and consistent terminology in the rate directive

City Council

The Woodbury City Council will consider a consent agenda with resolutions authorizing multifamily housing revenue bonds for projects by LSBD Woodbury Manning LLC and Woodbury AH II, LLLP (Reserve at Settlers Ridge). Other items include a $200,000 grant for La Lake trail improvements, a $272,797 parks pavement contract, and an amended School Resource Officer agreement with District 833. The council will also present a Community Member Merit Award and a Public Service Recognition Week proclamation.

• Housing revenue bonds for LSBD Woodbury Manning LLC (Manning development) and Woodbury AH II, LLLP (Reserve at Settlers Ridge)
• $200,000 grant from MN DNR Federal Recreation Trail Program for La Lake trail project
• $272,797 contract to Park Construction Company for 2025 Parks Pavement and Asset Replacement Project
• Amended School Resource Officer services agreement with South Washington County School District 833
• Solar at Fleet Services Project construction contract awarded to Apadana LLC

The council approved several routine items on the consent agenda, including a $200,000 grant for the La Lake trail project and multiple multifamily housing revenue obligations. It awarded the Solar at Fleet Services Project construction contract to Apadana LLC and approved a $272,797 parks pavement contract. The council also accepted custom K9 protective vests, transferred $10,659.51 to the TIF #13 Fund, and approved the Water Wise Implementation Program with a $25,000 grant from the South Washington Watershed District.

• Approved $200,000 Minnesota DNR grant for La Lake Project (voice vote 4-0)
• Approved issuance of multifamily housing revenue obligations for LSBD Woodbury Manning, LLC (voice vote 4-0)
• Awarded Solar at Fleet Services Project construction contract to Apadana LLC ($55,000) (voice vote 4-0)
• Awarded 2025 Parks Pavement and Asset Replacement contract to Park Construction Company ($272,797) (voice vote 4-0)
• Authorized acceptance of custom K9 protective vests (voice vote 4-0)
• Authorized transfer of $10,659.51 from Community Investment Fund to TIF #13 Fund (voice vote 4-0)
• Approved abstract of bills for March 28 ($3,133,034.18) and April 4 ($924,798.76) (voice vote 4-0)
• Approved Water Wise Implementation Program cooperative agreement and $25,000 budget amendment (voice vote 4-0)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council will discuss two workshop items: a follow-up on nuisance abatement and city code analysis, where staff recommends directing routine ordinance updates, and an informational presentation on the Street Lighting Utility Fund rate study. No formal votes will be taken; consensus direction is sought.

• Nuisance abatement code review – staff recommends routine ordinance updates for clarity and enforcement
• Presentation on Street Lighting Utility Fund – rate study primer (informational only)
• Scenario matrix reviewed covering nuisances like weeds, noise, graffiti, trash, and camping
• No major policy changes identified; minor language edits proposed for existing code sections
• Workshop format – no formal action; comments and updates from administrator and council

The council instructed staff to prepare routine ordinance updates on nuisance items and enforcement for future review. Staff were also asked to present a policy and directive review of the street‑lighting utility fund at the April 16 workshop and to provide additional details on council questions. No other formal approvals or votes were recorded.

• Directed staff to prepare routine nuisance ordinance updates (no vote recorded)
• Tasked staff to deliver a policy and directive review on street‑lighting utility fund at April 16 workshop (no vote recorded)
• Requested staff to provide further details on council questions for the next meeting (no vote recorded)

City Council

The Woodbury City Council will discuss and vote on a $16,175,000 general obligation bond issuance and a School Resource Officer agreement with South Washington County School District 833. A public hearing will be held on revenue bonds for MSA Building Company and Math & Science Academy. The consent agenda includes several routine items such as contract awards, liquor license renewals, and employee insurance benefits. New police officers Trevor Johnson and Anthony Pieper will be sworn in.

• Swearing in of new police officers Trevor Johnson and Anthony Pieper
• Public hearing on authorizing revenue bonds for MSA Building Company and Math & Science Academy
• Issuance and sale of $16,175,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2025A
• Approval of School Resource Officer agreement with South Washington County School District 833
• Central Park Renovation Project: awarding epoxy terrazzo flooring contract to Concrete Arts, Inc.

Mayor Anne Burt swore in new police officers Trevor Johnson and Anthony Pieper. The council adopted a proclamation declaring April 20‑26, 2025 as Volunteer Appreciation Week. The council also adopted a proclamation naming April 8, 2025 Brian Johnson Day in honor of a long‑time watershed board member.

• Sworn in Police Officers Trevor Johnson and Anthony Pieper
• Adopted proclamation declaring April 20‑26, 2025 Volunteer Appreciation Week
• Adopted proclamation declaring April 8, 2025 Brian Johnson Day

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss the La Lake Trail concept and the rehabilitation of courts and parking at Edgewater Park. The body will also review the Southwest Woodbury Resiliency Study and the MS4 Annual Report.

• La Lake Trail Concept Approval
• Edgewater Park Courts and Parking Lot Rehabilitation Project
• City Monument Signs at Tamarack and Lake
• Southwest Woodbury Resiliency Study update
• MS4 Annual Report

The commission unanimously approved the February 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the La Lake Trail Concept Approval as presented, with all present commissioners voting in favor. Commissioners gave a unanimous thumbs‑up to move forward with the Edgewater Park Courts and Parking Lot Rehabilitation concept. Other agenda items were informational updates.

• Approved February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor, Commissioner Myatt absent)
• Approved La Lake Trail Concept Approval – Memorandum 25‑05 (all present in favor, Commissioner Myatt absent)
• Provided unanimous thumbs‑up to advance Edgewater Park Courts and Parking Lot Rehabilitation concept

Economic Development Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 25, 2025 Economic Development Commission meeting. The motion was made by Flip Rush and seconded by Paul Leindecker. All members present voted in favor with no opposition. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Audit and Investment Commission

The Audit and Investment Commission will discuss and provide input on a proposed rate study for the Street Lighting Utility Fund, including a staff recommendation for Option No. 3. Commissioners will also receive a verbal update on water and other utility rates and hear an update on the City's ERP project. Approval of the January 29, 2025 meeting minutes is on the agenda.

• Approval of January 29, 2025 Audit and Investment Commission minutes
• Verbal update on water and other utility rates, including PFAS and water treatment plant planning
• Presentation and discussion of Street Lighting Utility Fund rate study with staff recommendation for Option 3 (most fair and equitable rate structure)
• Storm Water Utility Fund rate study update (information only)
• City ERP project update

The commission approved the January 29, 2025 minutes unanimously. After reviewing three rate options for the street‑lighting utility fund, members voted to recommend Option 3 as the most equitable structure. The motion passed 5‑2, and the commission decided not to pursue solar streetlighting at this time.

• Approved Jan 29, 2025 minutes (unanimous, 7‑0)
• Recommended Option 3 street‑lighting rate structure (passed 5‑2)
• Declined to consider solar streetlighting now
• Received water utility rate update – no action taken
• Reviewed street‑lighting rate study – no immediate decision

City Council

The council will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for Slick City, an interim permit for Red Rock Farmers' Market, and adoption of special assessments for the 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project. Under the consent agenda, the council will vote on a firefighters labor agreement, a joint powers agreement for law enforcement mutual aid, and multiple infrastructure contracts including a $1.35 million stormwater project. The meeting also includes the 2024 Community Development Annual Report and renewal of tobacco and liquor licenses.

• Public hearing on Slick City Conditional Use Permit (Project 01-2025-00572)
• Adoption of special assessments for 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project
• Approval of labor agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services (firefighters) (Resolution 25-47)
• Joint Powers Agreement for mutual aid with Metropolitan Council for law enforcement services (Resolution 25-46)
• Victoria Park and Edgewater Drive Stormwater BMP contract award to Pember Companies, Inc. for $1,347,612.80 (Resolution 25-41)

The Woodbury City Council approved the 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, awarding a $6,931,936.80 construction contract to McNamara Contracting, Inc. and approving special assessments for affected properties. The council also approved a conditional use permit for Slick City, an indoor slide and trampoline park, and an interim permit for the Red Rock Farmers' Market. All consent agenda items, including multiple contracts and resolutions, were approved unanimously.

• Approved $6,931,936.80 construction contract to McNamara Contracting for 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved special assessments for 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project (4-1, Wilson no)
• Approved Slick City Conditional Use Permit at 587 Settlers Ridge Parkway (5-0)
• Approved Red Rock Farmers' Market Interim Conditional Use Permit with no-parking amendment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Dale Road and Bailey Road contracts, East Wellfield project, and labor contract (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for Legendary Spice restaurant (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Woodbury Planning Commission will discuss and possibly vote on two conditional use permit applications: an interim permit for a farmers market at Red Rock Elementary School (3311 Commonwealth Ave) and a permit for Slick City, an indoor slide and trampoline park at 587 Settlers Ridge Parkway. The commission will also hear a council report and approve meeting minutes from January 13, 2025.

• Red Rock Farmers Market: Interim Conditional Use Permit for Sunday market (May–Oct, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.) at 3311 Commonwealth Ave; staff recommends approval with conditions including annual review and signage limits.
• Slick City: Conditional Use Permit application for indoor slide and trampoline park within existing building at 587 Settlers Ridge Parkway; no exterior modifications proposed.
• Council report from Councilmember Steve Morris.
• Approval of January 13, 2025 draft minutes.

The Woodbury Planning Commission approved an Interim Conditional Use Permit for the Red Rock Elementary farmers market at 3311 Commonwealth Avenue, operated by St. Paul Growers Association, with conditions including parking restrictions and a provision to move to Central Park if the city elects to do so. The commission also approved a Conditional Use Permit for Slick City, an indoor slide and trampoline park at 587 Settlers Ridge Parkway, subject to staff conditions. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved Red Rock Elementary Farmers Market Interim Conditional Use Permit (unanimous)
• Approved Slick City Conditional Use Permit for indoor recreation at 587 Settlers Ridge Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2025 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The City Council and city staff will participate in a training session titled “Building Equitable Community Engagement: From Vision to Action.” The session is provided by Genesis Consulting Services, LLC as part of a three-year contract. No formal votes will be taken during this workshop.

• Inclusive engagement training by Genesis Consulting Services, LLC

City Council

The Woodbury City Council will consider a consent agenda including multiple infrastructure projects and license renewals, and hold a public hearing on issuing revenue bonds to finance school facilities for Math & Science Academy. A separate hearing will address an intoxicating liquor license for Osaka Woodbury. The council also will decide on reallocating $400,000 in watershed funding from a trail project to shoreline restoration and on accepting a $358,679 state conservation grant.

• Public hearing on RESOLUTION 25-35 authorizing revenue bonds for MSA Building Company and Math & Science Academy school facilities
• Amend agreement with South Washington Watershed District to reallocate $400,000 from Powers Lake Trail Connection to Powers Lake Shoreline Restoration Project
• Final plat approval for Woodbury Math and Science Academy (Project 27-2024-00567) with development agreement
• Accept $358,679 from Minnesota DNR Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program
• Authorize $598,000 letter of engagement with SEH, Inc. for Woodlane Drive (Bailey Road to Wooddale Drive) pavement rehabilitation

The Woodbury City Council approved Resolution 25-35 authorizing up to $60 million in tax-exempt conduit revenue bonds for MSA Building Company and Math & Science Academy, financing renovation of existing facilities and construction of a new upper campus. The city incurs no debt liability and will receive a $75,000 fee. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a $400,000 budget amendment for the Powers Lake project, a $358,679 grant from the DNR, and a $598,000 engineering contract for Woodlane Drive rehabilitation. A liquor license for Osaka Woodbury, Inc. was approved.

• Approved Resolution 25-35 authorizing $60M conduit revenue bonds for Math & Science Academy (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 25-29 reallocating $400,000 SWWD funds to Powers Lake Shoreline Restoration (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-30 accepting $358,679 DNR Conservation Partners Legacy Grant (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-32 authorizing $598,000 SEH contract for Woodlane Drive pavement rehabilitation (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-33 authorizing engineering services for Water Treatment Plant and Pipeline Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-34 authorizing MPCA stormwater resilience grant application for Ria Lake (4-0)
• Approved On Sale Intoxicating Liquor License including Sunday Sales for Osaka Woodbury, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved abstract of bills totaling $4,475,061.52 (4-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission met on February 25, 2025, and approved the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting. The commission reviewed the draft 2024 Community Development Annual Report, providing comments on various sections including employment, residential permits, and workforce housing. They also received updates on Destination: Woodbury and discussed the 2025 work plan and economic metrics dashboard. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from January 28, 2025 EDC meeting (7-0)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

At this workshop, the City Council will review a background report on the city administrator recruitment and discuss desired attributes for the position, with Baker Tilly providing recruitment services. The council will also discuss nuisance abatement and use of public property. No formal votes are taken; the session is for discussion only.

• Discussion of City Administrator recruitment, including final report from David Unmacht and introduction of Baker Tilly (contracted for $29,500)
• Review of desired qualities and attributes for the new City Administrator position
• Nuisance abatement and use of public property policy discussion
• Budget of $40,000 allocated for the recruitment process, with $5,000 to Unmacht and $29,500 to Baker Tilly

The Woodbury City Council held a workshop meeting on February 12, 2025, with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed the city administrator recruitment and selection process, receiving a final report from Baker Tilly and providing comments for the brochure. They also discussed nuisance abatement and use of public property, but gave no specific direction, with staff to bring further information at a future meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes were taken during this workshop meeting
• Discussed city administrator recruitment process and timeline; comments provided for brochure development
• Discussed nuisance abatement and public property use; no direction given, future agenda item planned

City Council

The Council will vote on a consent agenda including numerous infrastructure contracts and a 252-unit affordable housing project. A special order of business involves a proclamation for Arbor Month and a recommendation to dismiss a city employee. The Council will also discuss the alignment of the Afton Road trail gap connection.

• Approve City Administrator's recommendation to dismiss an unnamed City employee
• Approve grant and loan agreements for Reserve at Settlers Ridge, a 252-unit affordable housing project
• Award $6,142,122 contract to A1 Excavating LLC for South Wellfield raw water and distribution pipelines
• Accept $2,227,037 grant amendment from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for water treatment plant construction
• Discuss and vote on trail alignment for Afton Road trail gap completion between Radio Drive and municipal campus wetland complexes

The Woodbury City Council voted 4-0 (with one abstention) to dismiss a probationary employee, Michael J Fletcher, effective February 12, 2025. The Council also approved a new Private Ash Tree Removal Assistance Program with repayment terms of three, five, and ten years, and affirmed a north-side trail alignment for the Afton Road gap (3-2). All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Dismissed employee Michael J Fletcher (4-0, Wilson abstained)
• Approved Private Ash Tree Removal Assistance Program with 3/5/10-year terms (5-0)
• Affirmed north-side trail alignment for Afton Road gap (3-2, Wilson and Morris dissenting)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions 25-18 through 25-26, 25-28, ordinance 2068, license renewals, and abstracts of bills (5-0)
• Approved Westwind Third Addition Final Plat and Development Agreement (consent)
• Awarded $6,142,122 construction contract to A1 Excavating LLC for South Wellfield pipelines (consent)
• Accepted $2,227,037 grant amendment from MPCA for water treatment plant (consent)
• Approved abstract of bills totaling $10,205,953 (consent)

Parks & Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will discuss the 2024-2028 Environmental Stewardship Strategic Initiative and its two-year roadmap. The body will also review 2025 projects and receive updates on the Central Park renovation.

• Environmental Stewardship Phase 2 Outline (Memorandum No. 25-01)
• Review of 2025 projects
• Central Park Renovation update
• Rec On The Go program discussion
• Swearing in of new Commissioners

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission approved the minutes from its December 3, 2024 meeting, with all current members voting in favor and new members abstaining. The meeting also included the swearing-in of new commissioners and student members, and informational updates on the Environmental Stewardship Plan, 2025 park projects, the Rec on the Go program, and Central Park renovation. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved December 3, 2024 meeting minutes (all current members in favor, new members abstained)
• Swore in new commissioners Emily Bernstein-Hanlon, Sarah Branion, Richard Freese, and student members Andrew Goehler and Aanya Mohta

City Council

The City Council is holding an orientation event for advisory commissions. The meeting includes service tips, reflections from former members, and presentations on governing bodies and open meeting laws.

• Presentation on Effective Governing Bodies by Dr. Craig Waldron
• Community Relations Report '23 - '24
• Data Practices & Open Meeting Law Overview by City Attorneys

Audit and Investment Commission

The Audit and Investment Commission will receive a presentation on the Street Lighting Utility Fund Rate Study, the first of three meetings, to overhaul a rate structure unchanged for over a decade. Commissioners will also hear a cybersecurity assessment review update and a review of city investment results with Ehlers. Other items include approval of prior minutes and commission updates on policies and the ERP project.

• Presentation on Street Lighting Utility Fund Rate Study to address outdated rate structure not updated in over a decade
• Cybersecurity Assessment Review Update presentation by ICT Director Robert James
• City Investment Results Review with Ehlers financial advisor
• Approval of October 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on key policies applicable to the Audit & Investment Commission and City ERP project update

The Audit and Investment Commission met and approved the October 23, 2024 minutes. They reviewed a cybersecurity assessment showing a 2024 score of 686.06, the highest since 2019, and discussed recommendations for improvement. A presentation on a street lighting utility fund rate study was given, with discussion on rate structure changes and solar options, but no decisions were made. The meeting was informational and procedural only.

• Approved October 23, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed cybersecurity assessment with 2024 score of 686.06
• Discussed street lighting rate study and potential rate structure changes
• Adjourned meeting at 9:08 a.m.

Economic Development Commission

The Woodbury Economic Development Commission met on January 28, 2025, and approved the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting. The commission provided extensive feedback on the draft 2024 Community Development Annual Report, covering topics such as demographics, employment, commercial construction, and City Place. Agenda items five through eight (Destination: Woodbury update, 2025 work plan, metrics dashboard, and development update) were moved to the next meeting, and the meeting adjourned at 9:10 a.m.

• Approved minutes from December 10, 2024 EDC meeting (all in favor)
• Provided feedback on draft 2024 Community Development Annual Report
• Deferred items 5-8 (Destination: Woodbury update, 2025 work plan, metrics dashboard, development update) to next meeting

Economic Development Authority

The Woodbury Economic Development Authority meeting is largely procedural. The board will consider a consent agenda including approval of December 2024 minutes, adoption of a resolution appointing 2025 officers, and a motion designating CorTrust Bank as the EDA's depository of public funds. No public hearings or discussion items are scheduled.

• Consent agenda includes approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adoption of EDA Resolution 25-01 appointing 2025 officers: President Anne Burt, Vice President Jennifer Santini, Treasurer Steve Morris, and staff officers
• Motion to designate CorTrust Bank as EDA's depository of public funds for 2025
• No public hearings or discussion items scheduled

The Woodbury Economic Development Authority held a brief regular meeting with no public hearings or discussion items. The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes, a resolution appointing 2025 EDA officers, and a motion designating CorTrust Bank as the EDA's depository of public funds for 2025. No substantive policy or financial decisions were made beyond these routine administrative actions.

• Approved December 11, 2024 EDA meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted EDA Resolution 25-01 appointing 2025 EDA officers (5-0)
• Designated CorTrust Bank as EDA depository of public funds for 2025 (5-0)

Housing and Redevelopment Authority

The Woodbury HRA will hold its annual meeting to appoint officers for 2025 and designate CorTrust Bank as the depository of public funds. The agenda includes approval of December 11, 2024 minutes and adoption of resolutions 25-01 and 25-02. No public hearings or discussion items are scheduled.

• Approve minutes of December 11, 2024 HRA meeting
• Adopt Resolution 25-01 appointing 2025 HRA officers (Chair Anne Burt, Vice Chair Jennifer Santini, Secretary Steve Morris, and staff officers)
• Adopt motion designating CorTrust Bank as HRA depository of public funds for 2025
• Meeting is held virtually and in person at Woodbury City Hall

The Woodbury Housing and Redevelopment Authority met on January 22, 2025, and approved the consent agenda, which included the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes, the appointment of 2025 HRA officers, and a motion designating CorTrust Bank as the HRA's depository for 2025. No public hearings or discussion items were scheduled. The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including December 11, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-01 appointing 2025 HRA officers (5-0)
• Designated CorTrust Bank as HRA depository for 2025 (5-0)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

The Woodbury City Council will discuss proposed schematic design elements for the $60 million Public Safety Campus improvements, including site plans, floor plans, and budget updates. Council will also receive training on their roles and responsibilities during an emergency, setting the stage for a future tabletop exercise. No formal votes will be taken; the session is for input and discussion.

• Presentation of draft site designs, floor plans, and material palettes for the Public Safety Campus ($60M budget from local option sales tax, capital funds, and other sources)
• Discussion of 20-year departmental needs, site constraints, parking, and traffic flow for the campus
• Training on City Council emergency roles and responsibilities, including continuity of government (closed to virtual broadcast)
• Project schedule: schematic design review January 2025, construction documents Q3 2025, bid award Q1 2026, construction Q2 2026–Q4 2027
• Training is the first step toward a facilitated tabletop exercise planned for February 2025

The Woodbury City Council held a workshop on January 22, 2025, discussing proposed schematic design elements for Public Safety Campus improvements. No new direction was given, and staff will continue the design. The Council also reviewed and executed a draft letter to State Senator Mitchell, with Councilmember Wilson not supporting the signature.

• Reviewed Public Safety Campus schematic design; no new direction, staff to continue
• Executed letter to State Senator Mitchell; Wilson opposed signing

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including a $35.7 million contract for the Pioneer Drive and Water Treatment Plant Connection Pipelines Project, a $96,000 demolition contract, and a cooperative agreement with Washington County. A public hearing is set for the Math and Science Academy Upper School comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning. Two agenda items have been removed for future consideration. The meeting also includes swearing in new police and fire personnel and a discussion on amending personnel management procedures.

• Award of construction contract to A-1 Excavating LLC for $35,726,224.55 for Pioneer Drive and Water Treatment Plant Connection Pipelines Project (item 6D)
• Public hearing on Math and Science Academy Upper School: comprehensive plan amendment from Rural Estate to Public/Semi-Public, rezoning to R-4, PUD, CUP, preliminary plat, and site/building plan (item 7A)
• Demolition contract for 4301 Radio Dr. to Carl Bolander & Sons for $96,000 (item 6B)
• Cooperative agreement with Washington County for construction costs of Woodbury Water Treatment Plant and Pipelines Project (item 6G)
• Approval of abstract of bills totaling $3,157,282.78 (items 6M)

The Woodbury City Council approved the Math and Science Academy Upper School project, including a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, conditional use permit, planned unit development, preliminary plat, and site and building plan. The project will build a new charter school for grades 6-12 serving about 1,525 students, with a traffic signal at Bailey Road and Fairway Drive. The council also approved a $35.7 million contract for the Pioneer Drive and Water Treatment Plant Connection Pipelines Project, and amended the personnel management policy.

• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Rural Estate to Public/Semi-Public (5-0)
• Approved rezoning from R-2 to R-4 (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit with amended condition 11 (5-0)
• Approved PUD, Preliminary Plat, and Site and Building Plan (5-0)
• Directed staff to review existing MSA parking and vehicle use CUP within 90 days (5-0)
• Awarded $35,726,224.55 construction contract to A-1 Excavating LLC for Pioneer Drive and Water Treatment Plant Connection Pipelines (4-1)
• Amended CD-ADMIN-1.1 Personnel Management policy (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda items including demolition contract, interim CUP renewals, and various resolutions (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal for a new charter school serving grades 6-12 for approximately 1,525 students. The project involves a 37-acre site south of Bailey Road and east of Pioneer Drive.

• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Rural Estate to Public/Semi-Public
• Proposed rezoning from R-2 Single-family Estate District to R-4 Urban Residential District
• Construction of a traffic signal at Bailey Road and Fairway Drive
• Development of a sporting field on the south side of the site
• Conversion of Mile Drive into a 10-foot bituminous trail

The Woodbury Planning Commission unanimously approved the Math and Science Academy's application for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Planned Unit Development, Conditional Use Permit, and Preliminary Plat for a new charter school for grades 6-12. The project includes a traffic signal at Bailey Road and Fairway Drive, a sporting field, and will serve approximately 1,525 students. The approval is subject to conditions in the staff report and additional conditions discussed during the meeting, including landscaping enhancements and a traffic management plan.

• Approved Math and Science Academy comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, PUD, CUP, and preliminary plat (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of property from R-2 to R-4 Urban Residential District
• Approved conditional use permit for school use with conditions including traffic management plan and staggered start times
• Approved preliminary plat creating a single lot for the school and dedicating right-of-way for Bailey Road improvements
• Approved minutes of the November 4, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (7-0)

City Council - Workshop Meetings

At this workshop, the City Council will discuss and potentially affirm staff recommendations for sidewalk and trail improvements along Woodlane Drive, the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project (including Afton Road), and the 2027 Woodbury Heights project. No formal votes will be taken; direction is given by consensus. Also on the agenda are a proposed private ash tree removal assistance program and amendments to personnel management procedures.

• Woodlane Drive: recommend west-side trail gap from Bailey Road to Newbury Road, trail extension from Copper Cliff Trail to near Woodbury High School, and crossing enhancements at five intersections.
• 2026 project: recommend trail gap on north side of Afton Road between Tower Drive and Timberlea Drive; no additional sidewalks in Boulder Ridge neighborhood per resident opposition.
• 2027 project (Woodbury Heights): recommend maintaining existing 30-foot road widths and no new trails or sidewalks.
• Discussion of a Private Ash Tree Removal Assistance Program (item 1B).
• Discussion of amending CD-ADMIN-1.1 Authorizations and Procedures for Personnel Management (item 1C).

The Woodbury City Council provided direction to staff on several projects, including proceeding with the Woodlane Drive pavement rehabilitation and the 2026 and 2027 roadway rehabilitation projects as recommended, with further evaluation of trail options on Afton Road. The Council also directed staff to proceed with the new Private Ash Tree Removal Assistance Program as presented, with a review after one year and no means testing for applicants. No formal votes were taken; these were workshop discussions providing staff direction.

• Directed staff to proceed with Woodlane Drive pavement rehabilitation as recommended, with further evaluation of trail line painting
• Directed staff to proceed with 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation project as recommended, with further evaluation of trail impacts on Afton Road
• Directed staff to proceed with 2027 Roadway Rehabilitation project as recommended
• Directed staff to proceed with Private Ash Tree Removal Assistance Program as presented, with one-year review and no means testing
• Approved police cadet SOP with no changes; staff to implement internally
• Supported adding staffing ratio metrics to performance measurement program and evaluating indexing for EMS Fire staffing metric

City Council

The City Council will vote on several consent items, including a large construction grant for water treatment pipelines and a new police labor contract. The body will also select a firm to manage the recruitment and selection process for a new City Administrator.

• Acceptance of a $79,476,000 grant for Water Treatment 2025-2027 Pipelines Construction
• Approval of the labor contract and MOU with the Woodbury Police Officers Association
• Parking prohibitions on Seasons Parkway, Woodlane Drive, Afton Road, and Dale Road
• Acceptance of $8,850.18 donation from Woodbury Thrives in 2024
• Selection of a firm for the City Administrator recruitment process

The Woodbury City Council approved the 2025 city budget and property tax levy, along with several other routine items. The council also approved a contract for the Woodbury Drive reconstruction project and discussed the hiring process for a new city administrator.

• Approved 2025 city budget and property tax levy
• Approved Woodbury Drive reconstruction project contract
• Approved consent agenda items including meeting minutes and claims
• Discussed and provided direction on city administrator recruitment process