Luverne, MN
No tenemos próximas reuniones registradas para Luverne. El registro más reciente que tenemos es del Mon Aug 17, 2026. Es posible que las reuniones más nuevas aún no se hayan publicado en el portal oficial, o que aún no las hayamos recopilado. Esto describe nuestro registro, no si el consejo o junta se ha reunido.
LuverneMN averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$181,100 Typical home value $262,667 +4.2% yr/yr · +31.6% 5-yr
Reuniones recientes
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Economic Development Authority
EDA to vote on facade grant for 218 E. Main St.
The Luverne Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve routine items and discuss updates. The main business is a motion to approve a facade improvement application for a project at 218 E. Main Street.
- Facade improvement application for Terry Gray & Monty Hagedorn at 218 E. Main Street
- Approval of LEDA minutes from July 13, 2023
- Approval of department payment report for July 2026
- Approval of financial report for July 2026
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Luverne, MN 56156
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Announcement of Meeting
Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers
8:00 AM
Monday, August 17, 2026
A.
CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
B.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING
1.
Approval of LEDA Regular Meeting Minutes - 07 13 2023
2026-128
C.
BILLS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1.
Approval of Regular Department Payment Report - 07 2026
2026-129
2.
Approval of Financial Report - 07 2026
2026-130
D.
DIRECTOR'S REPORTS & DISCUSSION
1.
Updates
2026-156
E.
BUSINESS
1.
Motion to Approve Facade Improvement Application for Terry Gray
& Monty Hagedorn for Project at 218 E. Main Street
2026-131
F.
ADJOURNMENT
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Fri Aug 14, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Canvassing Board
Canvassing board to certify South Ward council nominees
The Luverne Canvassing Board is meeting to canvass the primary election results and certify the two candidates who received the most votes for South Ward Council Member, placing their names on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering call to order, agenda approval, and guest recognition.
- Canvass primary election results
- Certify top two vote-getters as South Ward Council Member nominees for November 3, 2026 general election ballot (Resolution 2026-157)
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Luverne, MN 56156
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Announcement of Meeting
Canvassing Board
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers
12:00 PM
Friday, August 14, 2026
A.
Call to Order
B.
Approval of Agenda and Special Orders
C.
Recognition of Guests
D.
Canvass Primary Election Results
D.1.
Certify the Two Candidates' Names who Received the Highest
Number of Votes as Nominees for the Office of South Ward Council
Member to be placed on the November 3, 2026 State General
Election Ballot.
2026-157
E.
Adjournment
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 5:30 PM
City Council Work Session
Luverne City Council work session with administrator report
This is a regular work session agenda with only procedural items: call to order, guest recognition, and a city administrator report. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed.
- City Administrator Report (item 2026-151)
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:30 PMMonday, August 10, 2026
A. Call to Order
B. Recognition of Guests
C. Reports, Requests, and Updates
C.1. City Administrator Report2026-151
D. Other, if any
E. Adjournment
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Special City Council Meeting
Council to weigh airport plan RFQ and charter ballot question
The Luverne City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two new business items: a request for qualifications for the Luverne Municipal Airport Master Plan and a proposed city charter amendment ballot question. No other substantive action is listed on the agenda.
- Luverne Municipal Airport Master Plan Request for Qualifications (2026-153)
- Consideration of Proposed City Charter Amendment Ballot Question (2026-154)
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Announcement of Meeting
Special City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMMonday, August 10, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
E. NEW BUSINESS
E.1. Luverne Municipal Airport Master Plan Request for Qualifications2026-153
E.2. Consideration of Proposed City Charter Amendment Ballot Question2026-154
F. OTHER, IF ANY
G. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Airport Board
Airport Board Meets
The Luverne Airport Board is meeting to discuss financial reports, staff updates, and airport activities. The agenda includes reviewing minutes, financial reports, and hangar improvement updates. The meeting is primarily procedural.
- New 5-Unit T-Hangar construction
- AWOS Relocation
- Airport Fly-In on August 29
- Hangar Improvement Updates
- Airport Master Plan RFQ
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Announcement of Meeting
Airport Board
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers4:30 PMTuesday, August 4, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING(S)
B.1. June 2, 2026 Airport Board Minutes2026-144
C. FINANCIAL REPORT
C.1. Airport Financial Reports2026-143
D. STAFF REPORT
D.1. Hangar Improvement Updates2026-145
D.2. Airport Master Plan
- RFQ
2026-148
E. AIRPORT ACTIVITIES
E.1. Airport Manager Report
- Airport Policy, Lease Agreement, Hangar Waitlist
2026-149
E.2. Airport Fly-In - August 292026-142
F. DGR ENGINEER REPORT
F.1. New Construction 5-Unit T-Hangar2026-147
F.2. AWOS Relocation2026-150
G. OTHER, IF ANY
H. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
Council to consider charter amendment, utility extension, and personnel policy
The Luverne City Council will receive a citizen petition for a proposed city charter amendment, consider approving plans and advertising for bids on the Mayes Drive utility and access extension, and vote on a revised personnel policy handbook. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as claim reports and petty cash reconciliation.
- Receive certification of petition for proposed city charter amendment (J.1)
- Mayes Drive utility and access extension plans & specifications and advertisement for bids (J.2)
- Proposed resolution approving revised personnel policy handbook (J.3)
- Claim report for July 2026 (Check No. 168081 - ) (H.3)
- Petty cash reconciliation as of June 30, 2026 (H.2)
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, July 28, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. June 23, 2026 City Council Minutes2026-134
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
F. PUBLIC FORUM
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
G.1. Luverne Area Chamber - Jane Lanphere2026-135
G.2. City Administrator Report.2026-127
H. CONSENT AGENDA
H.1. May 13 and June 10 HRA Minutes
May 11 EDA Minutes
2026-132
H.2. Petty Cash Reconciliation as of June 30, 20262026-133
H.3. Claim Report for July 2026 (Check No. 168081 - )2026-136
I. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
J. NEW BUSINESS
J.1. Receive City Clerk's Certification of Petition Regarding Proposed
City Charter Amendment
2026-138
J.2. Mayes Drive Utility and Access Extension Plans & Specifications
and Advertisement for Bids
2026-137
J.3. PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY OF LUVERNE
REVISED PERSONNEL POLICY HANDBOOK
21-26
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K. COUNCIL REPORTS
L. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council Work Session
Luverne City Council to receive updates on airport and local theater
The City Council will hold a work session to receive reports and updates. The meeting includes presentations on e-scooters, the airport, and the Blue Mound Area Theatre.
- E-Scooter Civic Assembly report
- Airport update from Ryan & Laura Gee
- Blue Mound Area Theatre report from Laura Gee
- City Administrator report
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, July 14, 2026
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Recognition of Guests
D. Reports, Requests, and Updates
D.1. E-Scooter Civic Assembly2026-122
D.2. Airport Update - Ryan & Laura Gee2026-84
D.3. Blue Mound Area Theatre Report - Laura Gee2026-85
D.4. City Administrator Report2026-125
E. Other, if any
F. Adjournment
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Economic Development Authority
Economic Development Authority discusses redevelopment and grant applications
The Economic Development Authority will review a BDPI Grant Application for Mayes Drive and a utility extension. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a Maple Street Redevelopment Proposal and an amendment to the Lopau Second Addition Covenants.
- BDPI Grant Application: Mayes Drive and Utility Extension
- Maple Street Redevelopment Proposal
- Lopau Second Addition Covenants Amendment
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✓ Decidido: LED Authority approves reports, backs CUP and covenants amendment
The Luverne Economic Development Authority approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 meeting, the regular department payment report and the financial report for May and June 2026. The board voted to support Impresa Holdings' Conditional Use Permit application as a joint applicant and approved the amendment to the Lopau Second Addition protective covenants. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved LEDA minutes from 05/11/2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Regular Department Payment Report for May & June 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Financial Report for May & June 2026 (unanimous)
- Supported Impresa Holdings' Conditional Use Permit application as joint applicant (unanimous)
- Approved Lopau Second Addition Protective Covenants amendment (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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Announcement of Meeting
Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers8:00 AMMonday, July 13, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING
1. Approval of LEDA Regular Meeting Minutes - 05 11 20262026-66
C. BILLS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Approval of Regular Department Payment Report - 05 & 06 20262026-67
2. Approval of Financial Report - 05 & 06 20262026-68
D. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS & DISCUSSION
1. BDPI Grant Application- Mayes Drive and Utility Extension2026-119
E. BUSINESS
1. Maple Street Redevelopment Proposal2026-121
2. Lopau Second Addition Covenants Amendment2026-120
F. ADJOURNMENT
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Announcement of Meeting
Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
8:00 AM Council ChambersMonday, July 13, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Patrick Baustian, Ryan DeBates, Tara Zewiske, Kevin Aaker, and Quinn
Buss
Present
A Regular Meeting of the Luverne Economic Development Authority was held in the
Council Chambers, commencing at 8:00 AM.
Additional attendees include: City Administrator Jill Wolf, EDA Director Holly Sammons,
Star Herald Editor Lori Sorenson, and Don Jahnke.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING
1. Approval of LEDA Regular Meeting Minutes - 05 11 2026
A motion was made by Aaker, seconded by DeBates, that these
LEDA Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, and BussAye:
C. BILLS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Approval of Regular Department Payment Report - 05 & 06 2026
A motion was made by DeBates, seconded by Zewiske, that this
LEDA Regular Department Payment Report be approved. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, and BussAye:
2. Approval of Financial Report - 05 & 06 2026
A motion was made by Zewiske, seconded by Buss, that this LEDA
Financial Report be approved. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, and BussAye:
D. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS & DISCUSSION
1. BDPI Grant Application- Mayes Drive and Utility Extension
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Aquatics & Fitness Board
Council Chambers
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
El concejo municipal vota sobre un aumento de contrato de $29,628 para la reconstrucción de la carretera 75.
El Concejo Municipal de Luverne procesará informes financieros de rutina, aprobará jueces electorales y otorgará varios permisos durante su agenda de consentimiento. Los nuevos asuntos se centran en la infraestructura local, incluyendo una modificación de contrato para el proyecto de reconstrucción de la carretera 75 y anuncios de licitación para mejoras de detención en TH 75. El concejo también decidirá sobre una exención de subdivisión para Roundwind Estates, una transferencia de bienes raíces a la Autoridad de Desarrollo Económico y financiamiento de subvención estatal para la mejora de una instalación deportiva juvenil.
- Aumento de contrato de $29,628 para Henning Construction por el Proyecto de Reconstrucción de la Carretera 75
- Anuncio de licitación y planos para las mejoras de detención en TH 75
- Exención del requisito de subdivisión para la transferencia de propiedad de Roundwind Estates
- Ordenanza de transferencia de bienes raíces que transfiere terrenos de la ciudad a la Autoridad de Desarrollo Económico de Luverne
- Pago final de $51,897 a Knutson Construction por el reemplazo del techo del Centro de Cuidado Infantil de Luverne
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, June 23, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. May 19, 2026 City Council Minutes and June 9, 2026 Special City
Council Minutes
2026-102
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
F. PUBLIC FORUM
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
G.1. Staff Report2026-99
H. CONSENT AGENDA
H.1. February 3, 2026 Airport Board Minutes
March 23 and May 18 Luverne Fire Department Minutes
2026-109
H.2. Petty Cash Reconciliation as of May 29, 20262026-112
H.3. Claim Report for June 2026 (Check No. 167803 - )2026-103
H.4. Temporary Liquor License for Rock County Agricultural Society for
July 29, 2026 to August 1, 2026 at 611 S Freeman Avenue in
conjunction with the Rock County Fair.
2026-106
H.5. Application for Exempt Permit for Rock County Pheasants Forever
to conduct a raffle at Big Top Tents & Events on October 1, 2026.
2026-107
H.6. Application for Exempt Permit for Luverne Area Community
Foundation to conduct a raffle at The Lake on December 4, 2026 to
support the 4th at the Lake fireworks and activities.
2026-108
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H.7. PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES
FOR 2026 PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS
18-26
H.8. Application and Certificate for Payment No. 4 Final for $ 51,897.00
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Charter Commission
La Comisión de la Carta considerará el resumen de petición ciudadana
La Comisión de la Carta de Luverne celebrará una reunión ordinaria para considerar un resumen propuesto de petición ciudadana. La agenda incluye la aprobación de la agenda y nuevos asuntos, siendo la acción principal la deliberación sobre el resumen de la petición.
- Consideración del resumen de petición ciudadana 2026-114
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Announcement of Meeting
Charter Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers12:00 PMMonday, June 22, 2026
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND SPECIAL ORDERS
III. NEW BUSINESS
III.1. Consideration of the proposed citizen petition summary.2026-114
IV. ADJOURNMENT
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Charter Commission
Comisión revisará petición ciudadana para cumplimiento de la carta
La Comisión de la Carta revisará un resumen de petición ciudadana para determinar si cumple con los estándares legales según el estatuto de Minnesota. Este es el único elemento sustantivo en la agenda, siendo el resto aprobaciones procesales.
- Revisión de resumen de petición ciudadana para cumplimiento con Minn. Stat. § 410.12, subd. 1
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Announcement of Meeting
Charter Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers12:00 PMWednesday, June 17, 2026
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING(S)
III.1. Charter Commission Minutes from December 11, 2025.2026-97
IV. NEW BUSINESS
IV.1. Review of the citizen petition summary for compliance with the
standards set forth in Minn. Stat. § 410.12, subd. 1.
2026-96
V. OTHER, IF ANY
VI. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Special City Council Meeting
Concejo votará sobre orden de cambio de $80,760 para construcción de instalación de cuidado infantil
El Concejo Municipal de Luverne actuará sobre una orden de cambio que incrementa el contrato de Knutson Construction para la instalación de cuidado infantil en $80,760.52. Los miembros también considerarán una resolución en apoyo a una solicitud de subvención estatal de infraestructura y recibirán una petición certificada para una propuesta de enmienda a la carta municipal. Varios puntos de consentimiento cubren licencias de licor para eventos, festividades del lago el 4 de julio y un permiso de rifa escolar.
- Orden de Cambio No. 17: Incremento de contrato de $80,760.52 para Knutson Construction por instalación de cuidado infantil (2026-87)
- Resolución de apoyo a solicitud de subvención de Infraestructura Pública de Desarrollo de Negocios del Gran Minnesota de MN DEED (17-26)
- Certificación del secretario municipal de la petición para la propuesta de enmienda a la carta municipal (2026-90)
- Licencias temporales de licor para la Asociación de Béisbol de Luverne en Redbird Field, 300 Redbird Rd, 25 de junio/2 de julio/7 de julio (2026-92)
- Uso privado de propiedad pública para eventos del 4 de julio en Luverne Lake, 812 W Edgehill, incluyendo fuegos artificiales y banda (2026-91)
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✓ Decidido: Council approves $850k grant application for industrial park road extension
The council unanimously approved Change Order No. 17 for an $80,760.52 increase to Knutson Construction for the childcare facility. It also adopted Resolution 17-26 authorizing a BDPI grant application for extending Mayes Drive and related utilities, with a local match of about $850,000. Additionally, a petition regarding a proposed city charter amendment was referred to the Charter Commission and city attorney for review.
- Approved $80,760.52 change order for childcare facility electrical and shade structures (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 17-26 to apply for BDPI grant for Mayes Drive extension (unanimous)
- Referred charter amendment petition to Charter Commission and city attorney (unanimous)
- Approved temporary liquor licenses for Luverne Baseball Association (unanimous, consent agenda)
- Approved private use of public property for Luverne Lake Events on July 4 (unanimous, consent agenda)
- Approved exempt permit for Luverne Elementary raffle (unanimous, consent agenda)
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Announcement of Meeting
Special City Council Meeting
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:30 PMTuesday, June 9, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
C. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
D. CONSENT AGENDA
D.1. Temporary Liquor Licenses for Luverne Baseball Association at
Redbird Field ( 300 Redbird Rd) on June 25, July 2, and July 7,
2026.
2026-92
D.2. Private Use of Public Property Request for Luverne Lake Events at
The Lake (812 W Edgehill) on July 4, 2026
Events include: Triathlon, Inflatables, Bean Bags, Log Rolling, Hula
Hoop, Limbo, Tug o War, Bingo, Food Vendors, Band from 8:30
p.m. - midnight, and Fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
2026-91
D.3. Application for Exempt Permit for Luverne Elementary Child Guide
Program to conduct a raffle on September 2, 2026 at Luverne
Public Schools
2026-93
E. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
F. NEW BUSINESS
F.1. Change Order No. 17 for a Contract Increase of $ 80,760.52 to
Knutson Construction RE: Childcare Facility.
2026-87
F.2. PROPOSED RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF SUBMITTING A
GRANT APPLICATION TO THE MN DEPARTMENT OF
EMPLOYMENT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR THE
GREATER MINNESOTA BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PUBLIC
INFRASTRUCTURE (BDPI) GRANT PROGRAM
17-26
F.3. Receive City Clerk's Certification of Petition Regarding Proposed
City Charter Amendment.
2026-90
G. OTHER, IF ANY
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council Work Session
La sesión de trabajo del consejo incluye una presentación del Charter Amendment Petition Committee
Esta es una breve agenda de sesión de trabajo con pocos elementos sustantivos. El principal punto de discusión es una presentación del Charter Amendment Petition Committee. La agenda también incluye elementos rutinarios como foro público, informe del administrador y cierre.
- Presentación del Charter Amendment Petition Committee (ítem 2026-94)
- City Administrator Report (ítem 2026-88)
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, June 9, 2026
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Recognition of Guests
D. Public Forum & Correspondence
E. Reports, Requests, and Updates
E.1. Charter Amendment Petition Committee Presentation.2026-94
E.2. City Administrator Report2026-88
F. Other, if any
G. Adjournment
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Airport Board
La Junta del Aeropuerto discutirá la construcción de nuevos T-hangares y la política de hangares
La Junta del Aeropuerto elegirá un nuevo presidente y tomará juramento a un nuevo miembro. Las discusiones clave incluyen actualizaciones sobre mejoras en hangares, políticas, acuerdos de arrendamiento y una lista de espera. La junta también revisará un nuevo proyecto de construcción de un T-hangar de 5 unidades y el Programa de Mejoras de Capital del Aeropuerto. Se planea un evento fly-in en agosto.
- Nuevo proyecto de construcción de T-hangar de 5 unidades del Informe del Ingeniero de DGR
- Revisión de la política de hangares, acuerdo de arrendamiento y lista de espera de hangares
- Discusión del Programa de Mejoras de Capital del Aeropuerto
- Nombramiento de Pat VonTersch para cubrir el término no vencido
- Fly-In del Aeropuerto programado para el 29 de agosto
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Announcement of Meeting
Airport Board
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers4:30 PMTuesday, June 2, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. OATH OF OFFICE
Pat VonTersch - Term expires January, 2027. Filling unexpired term from resignation of
Ryan Gee.
C. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
C.1. Elect New Board Chair2026-82
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING(S)
D.1. February 3, 2026 Airport Board Minutes2026-30
E. FINANCIAL REPORT
E.1. Airport Financial Reports2026-31
F. STAFF REPORT
F.1. Hangar Improvement Updates2026-35
F.2. Hangar Policy, Lease Agreement, Hangar Waitlist2026-36
G. AIRPORT ACTIVITIES
G.1. Airport Fly-In - August 292026-83
H. DGR ENGINEER REPORT
H.1. New Construction 5-Unit T-Hangar2026-34
H.2. Airport Capital Improvement Program2026-32
I. OTHER, IF ANY
J. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
El Consejo votará sobre un cambio de contrato de $23K para la reconstrucción de Highway 75
El Concejo Municipal de Luverne revisará la auditoría de 2025 y considerará varios asuntos nuevos de negocios, incluyendo un aumento de contrato de $23,000 para el proyecto de reconstrucción de Highway 75, una ordenanza propuesta para transferir bienes inmuebles a la Economic Development Authority, y una resolución adoptando reglas de procedimiento del concejo. La agenda de consentimiento incluye reclamaciones, una licencia de licor para eventos especiales y nombramientos de juntas.
- Orden de Cambio No. 5 por un aumento de $23,000 a Henning Construction para el Proyecto de Reconstrucción de Highway 75
- Ordenanza Propuesta No. 62 para transferir bienes inmuebles de la Ciudad a la Luverne Economic Development Authority
- Resolución Propuesta adoptando reglas de orden y procedimiento para el City Council
- Presentación de la Auditoría de 2025 y estados financieros auditados
- Autorización de licencia de licor para consumo fuera del establecimiento para Luverne Brew Partners en Papik Motors para Buffalo Days Cruise-In
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✓ Decidido: Council adopts ordinance conveying six properties to LEDA for redevelopment
The council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 62 to convey six properties on McKenzie and East Maple Streets to the Luverne Economic Development Authority for redevelopment, including a housing proposal with duplexes, single-family homes, and townhomes projected to add $3.5 million to the tax base. The council also approved the 2025 audit with an unmodified opinion, change orders for the Highway 75 project totaling a $23,000 increase, and updated rules of order for remaining 2026 meetings. Consent agenda items including a liquor license, claims of $1,009,343.50, and board appointments were approved unanimously.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 62 conveying six properties to LEDA (unanimous)
- Approved Change Orders No. 4 (no net change) and No. 5 ($23,000 increase) for Highway 75 project (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution updating Rules of Order and Procedure for 2026 (unanimous)
- Received audited 2025 financial statements (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including claims of $1,009,343.50, liquor license for Take 16 Brewing, and board appointments (unanimous)
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, May 19, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. April 28, 2026 City Council Minutes2026-69
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
F. PUBLIC FORUM
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
G.1. Presentation of the 2025 Audit2026-70
G.2. Receive the Audited 2025 Financial Statements2026-78
G.3. School Resource Officer Report - Jeff Stratton2026-77
G.4. City Administrator Report2026-71
H. CONSENT AGENDA
H.1. March 9, 2026 EDA Minutes
April 8, 2026 HRA Minutes
2026-72
H.2. Claim Report for May 2026 (Check No. 167621 - )2026-79
H.3. Liquor License Off-premise Authorization for Luverne Brew
Partners, LLC dba Take 16 Brewing Company on June 5, 2026 at
Papik Motors, in conjunction with the Buffalo Days Cruise-In event.
2026-80
H.4. Accept the Resignation of Madilyn Christensen on the Aquatics and
Fitness Board and Ryan Gee on the Airport Board.
Appoint Jill Arp and Brooke VandenHoek to the Aquatics and
Fitness Board and Pat VonTersch to the Airport Board.
2026-81
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I. ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
J. NEW BUSINESS
J.1. Change Order No. 4 with No Net Change Amount and Change
Order No. 5 for a Contract Increase of $ 23,000.00 to Henning
Construction RE: Highway 75 Reconstruction Project
2026-73
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Tue May 12, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Board of Appeals and Equalization
La Junta revisará datos de ventas de la ciudad para evaluaciones de propiedades
La Junta de Apelaciones y Equalización escuchará una presentación del Asesor del Condado de Rock sobre la información de ventas de la ciudad para 2024-2025. La reunión será de carácter procedimental.
- Presentación de la Información de Ventas de la Ciudad de Luverne 2024-2025 por el Asesor del Condado de Rock
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Announcement of Meeting
Board of Appeals and Equalization
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers4:00 PMTuesday, May 12, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. SALES REVIEW
B.1. 2024-2025 City of Luverne Sales Information Presented by Rock
County Assessor
2026-65
C. OTHER, IF ANY
D. ADJOURNMENT
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Economic Development Authority
EDA considerará una subvención de demolición para 109 W. Lincoln St.
La Autoridad de Desarrollo Económico de Luverne votará sobre una subvención de demolición residencial para la propiedad de Leon Pick Trust en 109 W. Lincoln St. También discutirán el proyecto de reurbanización de Maple Street y las cláusulas para la Lopau Second Addition.
- Moción para aprobar la solicitud de subvención de demolición residencial - Leon Pick Trust - 109 W. Lincoln St.
- Discusión sobre la reurbanización de Maple Street
- Discusión sobre las cláusulas de Lopau Second Addition
- Aprobación del informe de pagos regulares del departamento para marzo y abril de 2026
- Aprobación del informe financiero para marzo y abril de 2026
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✓ Decidido: EDA approves $1,500 demolition grant for blighted structure
The Luverne Economic Development Authority approved a $1,500 Residential Demolition Grant for the Leon Pick Trust at 109 W. Lincoln St. to remove a dilapidated accessory structure. The board also directed staff to recommend amendments to Lopau Second Addition covenants, reducing minimum square footage requirements and changing voting rights to one per dwelling. Discussion on Maple Street redevelopment and a public plaza continued without formal action.
- Approved $1,500 demolition grant for 109 W. Lincoln St. (4-0)
- Directed staff to recommend amending Lopau Second Addition covenants
- Approved LEDA Regular Meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Regular Department Payment Report (4-0)
- Approved Financial Report (4-0)
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Announcement of Meeting
Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers8:00 AMMonday, May 11, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING
1. LEDA - Regular Meeting - March 9, 20262026-22
C. BILLS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Approval of Regular Department Payment Report - 03 & 04 20262026-23
2. Approval of Financial Report - 03 & 04 20262026-24
D. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS & DISCUSSION
1. Maple Street Redevelopment2026-63
2. Lopau Second Addition Covenants2026-64
E. BUSINESS
1. Motion to Approve Residential Demolition Grant Request - Leon
Pick Trust - 109 W. Lincoln St.
2026-53
F. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
El Concejo Municipal aprobará una subvención de $220,850 para el aeropuerto y un importante proyecto de mejora aeroportuaria
El concejo considerará la aprobación de una subvención del fondo estatal para aeropuertos de $220,850 y una resolución para adoptar planes, especificaciones, licitación de contratista y un programa de mejoras de capital aeroportuario de cinco años. También votarán para cerrar un fondo de proyectos de capital y transferir su saldo al fondo de agua. Otros temas incluyen un permiso de rifa para la asociación de sóftbol y una carta de intención para secadores de equipo del departamento de bomberos.
- Aprobar el acuerdo de subvención del fondo estatal para aeropuertos de $220,850 (Resolución 14-26)
- Adoptar el programa de mejoras de capital del aeropuerto y adjudicar el contrato de construcción (Resolución 15-26)
- Cerrar el Lewis & Clark Capital Project Fund, transferir el saldo al Water Fund (Resolución 2026-60)
- Exención de permiso para la rifa de la Luverne Softball Association en Joe Roberts Field
- Carta de intención para la compra de secadores de equipo de protección para el Luverne Fire Department
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✓ Decidido: Approved airport hangar project, grant, and capital plan
The Council unanimously approved a resolution conditionally awarding the Airport 5-Unit T-Hangar project bid to Huff Construction, adopting the 5-year Airport Capital Improvement Program, and authorizing a $220,850 state grant application. It also unanimously closed the inactive Lewis & Clark Capital Project Fund, transferring $179,657.94 to the Water Fund. The consent agenda, including $4,877,226.91 in claims, was approved.
- Approved resolution for airport T-hangar project, bid, and capital plan (unanimous)
- Closed Lewis & Clark Capital Project Fund, transferred $179,657.94 to Water Fund (unanimous)
- Approved state airport fund grant agreement for $220,850 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including $4,877,226.91 in claims (unanimous)
- Approved agenda amendment adding Airport Manager Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, April 28, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. March 10, 2026 City Council Minutes2026-47
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
F. PUBLIC FORUM
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
G.1. Certificate of Excellence in Reliability2026-54
G.2. Rock County Sheriff--First Quarter Report.2026-59
G.3. City Administrator Report2026-50
H. CONSENT AGENDA
H.1. June 30, 2025 Cable TV Board Minutes
November 19, 2025 BMIA Minutes
January 7, 2026 BMIA Minutes
January 12, 2026 Aquatics & Fitness Minutes
January 26, 2026 Fire Department Minutes
February 9, 2026 EDA Minutes
February 11 & March 11 HRA Minutes
2026-48
H.2. Claim Report for April 2026 (Check No. 167249 - )2026-49
H.3. Application for Exempt Permit for Luverne Softball Association to
conduct a raffle on June 27, 2026 at Joe Roberts Field.
2026-51
H.4. PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVING STATE AIRPORT FUND
GRANT AGREEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 220,850.00 WITH
THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
14-26
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J. NEW BUSINESS
J.1. PROPOSED RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS,
SPECIFICATIONS, ACCEPTING CONTRACTOR BID,
APPROVING CONSTRUCTION PHASE ENGINEERING
AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF GRANT
APPLICATION, AND ADOPTING THE 5-YEAR 2027 AIRPORT …
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council Work Session
El Concejo escuchará actualización sobre el proyecto de construcción de la Carretera 75
El Concejo Municipal está celebrando una sesión de trabajo con un solo tema sustancial en la agenda: una actualización sobre el proyecto de construcción de la Carretera 75, presentada por Matt Knips. El resto de la reunión consiste en elementos de procedimiento rutinarios.
- Actualización del proyecto de construcción de la Carretera 75 (Matt Knips, 2026-44)
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✓ Decidido: Council hears update on Highway 75 construction project
The council received a presentation from DGR Engineering on the Highway 75 Construction Project starting April 15. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, April 14, 2026
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Recognition of Guest(s)
D. Public Forum & Correspondence
E. Reports, Requests, and Updates
E.1. Highway 75 Construction Project - Matt Knips2026-44
F. Other, if any
G. Adjournment
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Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Aquatics & Fitness Board
Aquatics board elige oficiales, cubre vacantes
El Aquatics & Fitness Board elegirá un presidente, vicepresidente y secretario para 2026. También discutirán el llenado de dos puestos vacantes en la junta con términos no vencidos. Se revisarán los informes de actividad financiera y de las instalaciones, incluyendo los resultados del primer trimestre y la programación para el segundo y tercer trimestre.
- Elegir Presidente, Vicepresidente y Secretario para 2026
- Discutir el llenado de 2 puestos vacantes en la junta (términos de 1 año y 2 años)
- Revisar LAF Financial Report
- Revisar el Informe del 1er Trimestre y la Programación del 2do y 3er Trimestre
- Aprobar las actas de la reunión del 12 de enero de 2026
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Announcement of Meeting
Aquatics & Fitness Board
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers4:00 PMMonday, April 13, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. OATHS OF OFFICE
Terms Expire January 2028
Jennifer Radtke
Carol McClure
Summer Phelps
C. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
C.1. Elect Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary2026-41
D. APPROVAL OF REGULAR/SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
D.1. January 12, 2026 Aquatics & Fitness Board Minutes2026-37
E. FINANCIAL REPORT
E.1. LAF Financial Report2026-38
F. OPERATIONS UPDATE (Finance Director, Tyler Reisch)
F.1. Scorecard Report2026-39
F.2. Discuss LAF Board Vacancies
2 Vacant Spots (1 Year Unexpired Term and 2 Year Term)
2026-45
G. FACILITY ACTIVITY UPDATES (Sam Honerman)
G.1. Class Summary2026-40
G.2. 1st Quarter Report2026-42
G.3. 2nd & 3rd Quarter Programming2026-43
H. BOARD DISCUSSION - ADDITIONAL ITEMS
I. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 4:30 PM
Airport Board
Luverne Municipal Airport
Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Cable Television Board
Luverne Cable Television Board to elect officers and discuss Bluepeak
The Luverne Cable Television Board will convene to swear in new members Josh Tollefson and Jordan Papik, elect officers, and review general business including an update from Bluepeak.
- Oaths of office for Josh Tollefson and Jordan Papik
- Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
- Approval of Cable Television Board minutes from June 30, 2025
- Bluepeak Update
- Meeting at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers
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Announcement of Meeting
Cable Television Board
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMThursday, March 19, 2026
A. Call to Order
B. Oaths of Office
Josh Tollefson - Term expires January, 2029
Jordan Papik - Term expires January, 2029
C. Election of Officers
C.1. Elect Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary2026-29
D. Approval of Minutes of Preceding Meeting(s)
D.1. Cable Television Board Minutes from June 30, 2025.2026-19
E. Recognition of Guests
F. General Business
F.1. Bluepeak Update2026-28
G. Other Business, if any
H. Adjournment
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Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council Work Session
Luverne City Council holds work session on March 17, 2026
The Luverne City Council will hold a work session on March 17, 2026, to discuss updates on the food shelf and an outdoor recreation project.
- Food Shelf Updates (Agenda Item E.1)
- Outdoor Recreation Project (Agenda Item E.2)
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✓ Decidido: Luverne City Council Work Session discusses food shelf and outdoor recreation project
The City Council held a work session regarding updates from the Rock County Food Shelf and a proposed renovation for the outdoor ice rink. The food shelf update included details on current operating hours, distribution methods, and building improvements such as handicap accessibility. Additionally, a presentation was given on an Outdoor Ice Rink Renovation Project intended to create a multi-use space featuring pickleball courts; the City is applying for a MN DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant of up to $500,000 with a 50% local match.
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, March 17, 2026
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Recognition of Guest(s)
D. Public Forum & Correspondence
E. Reports, Requests, and Updates
E.1. Food Shelf Updates - Katie Baustian2026-15
E.2. Outdoor Recreation Project - Marissa Marr2026-16
F. Other, if any
G. Adjournment
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Minutes
5:00 PM Council ChambersTuesday, March 17, 2026
A. Call to Order
Mayor Patrick Baustian, Council Member Caroline Thorson, Council
Member Dan Nath, and Council Member Marlin Kracht
Present
Council Member Kevin AakerExcused
Tyler ReischAdditional
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Recognition of Guest(s)
Katie Baustian, Marissa Marr, Lori Sorenson, Mandy Van Grootheest
D. Public Forum & Correspondence
E. Reports, Requests, and Updates
E.1. Food Shelf Updates - Katie Baustian2026-15
Katie Baustian, Co-director of the Rock County Food Shelf
presented an update to the City Council. The food shelf has been in
the current city-owned building for almost 5 years. They are open
every Thursday from 1-3 p.m. and occasionally from 5-6 p.m.
Distribution is based on family size. Katie discussed the various
food sources that the food shelf receives food from as well as
monetary funding and donations that are received. The new building
provides more of a shopping experience for visitors. She noted the
improvements that were made including a handicap accessible
door, a garage door, and a 24-hour food donation drop-off.
Volunteers are welcome to contact Katie Baustian or Mary Gehrke
to sign up to help.
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City Council
City Council to approve labor agreement and highway reconstruction payment
The Luverne City Council will consider approving a labor agreement with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Council 65, and authorize a payment of $1,962,115.26 for the Highway 75 Reconstruction Project.
- Approval of labor agreement with AFSCME Council 65
- Payment of $1,962,115.26 for Highway 75 Reconstruction Project
- Temporary liquor license for Take 16 Brewing Company
- Private use of Redbird Field for Nutcrackerfest
- Lease agreement for Minnesota State at 305 E Luverne Street
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✓ Decidido: Council approves lease, highway payment, airport hangar, loans, and licenses
The Luverne City Council unanimously approved a lease with Minnesota West for the former city hospital building, a $1,962,115.26 payment to MnDOT for the Highway 75 reconstruction, and a new T‑Hangar project at the municipal airport. It also authorized inter‑fund loans of $320,000 to the Rural Fire Equipment Fund and $278,000 to the Childcare Fund, and approved several licenses and a labor agreement.
- Approved lease with Minnesota State for Minnesota West (gross lease, $459,099 total rent) – unanimous
- Approved $1,962,115.26 payment to MnDOT for Highway 75 reconstruction – unanimous
- Approved Luverne Municipal Airport T‑Hangar & Taxilane project (FAA/MnDOT grant‑funded) – unanimous
- Approved inter‑fund loan of up to $320,000 from Refuse Fund to Rural Fire Equipment Fund – unanimous
- Approved inter‑fund loan of up to $278,000 from General Fund to Childcare Fund – unanimous
- Approved temporary liquor license for Take 16 Brewing Company event – unanimous
- Approved commercial refuse collection license for Waste Management of Sioux Falls – unanimous
- Adopted labor agreement and MOU with AFSCME Council 65 covering 2026‑2028 – unanimous
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, March 10, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. February 17, 2026 City Council Minutes2026-14
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
F. PUBLIC FORUM
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
G.1. City Administrator Report2026-9
H. CONSENT AGENDA
H.1. December 2, 2025 Airport Board Minutes
January 12, 2026 EDA Minutes
January 14, 2026 HRA Minutes
February 23, 2026 Fire Department Minutes
2026-4
H.2. Petty Cash Reconciliation as of February 28, 20262026-5
H.3. Claim Report for March 2026 (Check No. 167089 - )2026-17
H.4. 2025 Donations List2026-18
H.5. Temporary Liquor License for Luverne Brew Partners, LLC dba
Take 16 Brewing Company on March 19, 2026 at 509 E Main Street
for a Women's Giving Circle event.
2026-6
H.6. Commercial Refuse Collection License for Waste Management of
Sioux Falls
2026-7
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H.7. Private Use of Public Property Request for Luverne Area Chamber
for Redbird Field, including partial closure of Redbird Road and East
Warren Street on July 17, 2026 for Nutcrackerfest.
2026-8
H.8. PROPOSED RESOLUTION AMENDING IRC SECTION 125
FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN
12-26
H.9. Application for Exempt Permit for Luverne Baseball Association to
conduct a raffle on July 17, 2026 at Redbird Field.
2026-21
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
5:00 PM Council ChambersTuesday, March 10, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Mayor Patrick Baustian, Council Member Caroline Thorson, Council
Member Kevin Aaker, Council Member Dan Nath, and Council Member
Marlin Kracht
Present:
Jessica Mead, Jill Wolf, and Tyler ReischAdditional :
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
With the addition of Luverne Baseball Association raffle, Lease Agreement with
Minnesota West and Proposed Resolution No. 13-26 under the consent agenda. A
motion was made by Council Member Thorson, seconded by Council Member Aaker,
that the be approved as amended. The motion carried unanimously.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. February 17, 2026 City Council Minutes2026-14
A motion was made by Council Member Aaker, seconded by
Council Member Nath, that the Minutes be approved. The motion
carried by a unanimous vote.
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
Lori Sorenson, Mandy VanGrootheest and David Feilmeier. Remote: Christopher
Hoodecheck and Brian Meyer.
F. PUBLIC FORUM
None.
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
G.1. City Administrator Report2026-9
The city is preparing for tree removal along Highway 75, with the
electric department conducting locates and installing meters at the
airport. Water and wastewater staff are completing an inventory of
manholes to plan for future lining projects and have set up samplers
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Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Economic Development Authority
Discussion on LUV Modular's proposed 176,760 sq ft facility in Industrial Park
The Luverne Economic Development Authority will discuss a proposal by LUV Modular, LLC to build a multi-family modular production facility in the Luverne Industrial Park. The board will also vote on a $3,000 residential demolition grant for a trailer at 109 W. Mead Court. Routine approvals of minutes and financial reports are also on the agenda.
- Discussion of LUV Modular's proposed 176,760 sq ft multi-family modular production facility on 15 acres in Luverne Industrial Park
- Motion to approve $3,000 Residential Demolition Grant for TSE Investments LLC at 109 W. Mead Court (Lot 18)
- Approval of LEDA regular meeting minutes from February 9, 2026
- Approval of February 2026 department payment report and financial summary
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✓ Decidido: LED Authority approved a $3,000 residential demolition grant for 109 W. Mead Court
The Luverne Economic Development Authority approved its prior meeting minutes, the regular department payment report, and the financial report, each by unanimous vote. It also approved a Residential Demolition Grant request for TSE Investments LLC at 109 W. Mead Court, authorizing up to $3,000. All motions carried with the same five members voting aye.
- Approved LEDA Regular Meeting Minutes (02 09 2026) – motion carried unanimously (Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, Buss)
- Approved Regular Department Payment Report (02 2026) – motion carried unanimously (Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, Buss)
- Approved Financial Report (02 2026) – motion carried unanimously (Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, Buss)
- Approved Residential Demolition Grant request for TSE Investments LLC, 109 W. Mead Court – up to $3,000 – motion carried unanimously (Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, Buss)
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Announcement of Meeting
Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers8:00 AMMonday, March 9, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Mayor or Presider will call the meeting to order, state the time, and take roll call.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING
1. Approval of LEDA Regular Meeting Minutes - 02 09 2026
02 09 2026 LEDA MinutesAttachments:
C. BILLS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Approval of Regular Department Payment Report - 02 2026
Dept Payment Report - 02 2026Attachments:
2. Approval of Financial Report - 02 2026
Financial Summary 02 2026.pdfAttachments:
D. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS & DISCUSSION
1. LUV Modular
LUV Modular, LLC is interested in building a multi-family modular production
facility in the Luverne Industrial Park. The 176,760 sq ft modular manufacturing
facility would require a 15-acre site. Staff and engineers have been working on
site development options, roads, access, utilities, and storm water management.
Don Jahnke will be presenting information on Luv Modular, LLC.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1aJPdvVVgsaoeAwp0SWfbQ8EJ_gYaV
uqW/edit?slide=id.p1#slide=id.p1
E. BUSINESS
1. Motion to Approve Residential Demolition Grant Request - TSE Investments
LLC, 109 W. Mead Court (Lot 18)
Thomas Eddie for TSE Investments has submitted an application for the
Residential Demolition Grant Program for property at 109 W. Mead Court.
Eddie would like to demo the trailer situated on …
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Announcement of Meeting
Economic Development Authority
Regular Meeting Minutes
8:00 AM Council ChambersMonday, March 9, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Patrick Baustian, Ryan DeBates, Tara Zewiske, Kevin Aaker, and Quinn
Buss
Present
A Regular Meeting of the Luverne Economic Development Authority was held in the Council
Chambers, commencing at 8:00 AM.
Additional attendees include: City Administrator Jill Wolf, EDA Director Holly Sammons, Star
Herald Editor Lori Sorenson, Building Official Chad MaClure, and Guest Don Jahnke.
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PRECEDING MEETING
1. Approval of LEDA Regular Meeting Minutes - 02 09 20262025-443
A motion was made by Aaker, seconded by DeBates, that these
LEDA Minutes be approved. The motion carried by the following
vote:
Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, and BussAye:
C. BILLS AND COMMUNICATIONS
1. Approval of Regular Department Payment Report - 02 20262025-444
A motion was made by DeBates, seconded by Zewiske, that this
LEDA Regular Department Payment Report be approved. The
motion carried by the following vote:
Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, and BussAye:
2. Approval of Financial Report - 02 20262025-445
A motion was made by Zewiske, seconded by DeBates, that this
LEDA Financial Report be approved. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Baustian, DeBates, Zewiske, Aaker, and BussAye:
D. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS & DISCUSSION
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Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council
City Council considers $2.425 million in utility revenue bonds
The City Council will discuss the issuance of general obligation utility revenue bonds and the designation of real property as a city park. The meeting includes reports from the City Administrator and the Sheriff's Office.
- Proposed sale of $2,425,000 General Obligation Utility Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A
- Proposed resolution to designate real property as a city park for public outdoor recreation
- Proposed resolution to apply for an outdoor recreation grant
- Highway 75 project change order for $2,247.45 for storm sewer structures near Bethany Lutheran Church
- Temporary liquor license for Luverne Area Chamber at 801 W Commerce Rd for June 5, 2026
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✓ Decidido: City approved $2.18 M utility bond sale to fund water and sewer upgrades
The Luverne City Council unanimously approved a $2,180,000 general‑obligation utility revenue bond to fund water and sewer line replacement for the MnDOT Highway 75 project. It also approved a $374,750 replacement of the indoor pool’s rooftop dehumidification unit, a $2,247.45 change order for Highway 75 storm‑sewer structures, and designated Lot 1, Block 2 as a city park while authorizing an outdoor‑recreation grant application. All agenda and consent items were approved unanimously.
- Approved $2,180,000 general‑obligation utility revenue bonds (unanimous)
- Approved $374,750 replacement of rooftop dehumidification unit for indoor pool (unanimous)
- Approved $2,247.45 Change Order No. 3 for Highway 75 storm‑sewer project (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution waiving Chapter 152 subdivision requirements for Brett & Wendy Stegenga Living Trust (unanimous)
- Approved temporary liquor license for Luverne Area Chamber, June 5 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved exempt permit for Jackson Ducks Unlimited MN raffle and bingo event (unanimous)
- Designated Lot 1, Block 2 as a city park for outdoor recreation (unanimous)
- Authorized application for outdoor recreation grant to MN DNR (unanimous)
Council Chambers
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, February 17, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Mayor or Presider will call the meeting to order, state the time, and take roll call.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor or Presider will ask whether any items are to be added to the agenda. If not, a
motion would be in order to approve the agenda and special orders as presented. If an
item is added to the agenda, a motion would be in order to approve the agenda and
special orders as amended.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. January 20, 2026 City Council Minutes2025-442
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
Mayor or Presider will recognize the guests present.
F. PUBLIC FORUM
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
G.1. Sheriff's Office Quarterly Report - Matt Sorenson2025-437
G.2. City Administrator Report2025-438
H. CONSENT AGENDA
H.1. Petty Cash Reconciliation as of January 31, 20262025-439
H.2. Claim Report for February 2026 (Check No. 166855 - )2025-436
H.3. Application for Exempt Permit for Jackson Ducks Unlimited MN to
conduct a Raffle and Bingo at the Luverne Fire Department on April
18, 2026
2025-440
H.4. Temporary Liquor License for Luverne Area Chamber on June 5,
2026 at 801 W Commerce Rd RE: 2026 Cruise-in Event.
2025-441
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H.5. PROPOSED RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION ALLOWING THE WAIVER OF CHAPTER 152
SUBDIVISION REQ …
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
5:00 PM Council ChambersTuesday, February 17, 2026
A. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL
Mayor Patrick Baustian, Council Member Caroline Thorson, Council
Member Dan Nath, and Council Member Marlin Kracht
Present:
Council Member Kevin AakerExcused:
Jessica Mead, Jill Wolf, and Tyler ReischAdditional :
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Thorson, seconded by Council Member
Kracht, that the Agenda and Special Orders be approved. The motion carried
unanimously.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
D.1. January 20, 2026 City Council Minutes2025-442
A motion was made by Council Member Nath, seconded by Council
Member Thorson, that this Minutes be approved. The motion
carried by a unanimous vote.
E. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS
George Eilertson, Matt Sorenson and Mandy Van Grootheest.
F. PUBLIC FORUM
None.
G. STAFF AND CONSULTANT REPORTS
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G.1. Sheriff's Office Quarterly Report - Matt Sorenson2025-437
The Rock County Sheriff’s Office conducted 5,026 calls for service
in 2025, an increase from 2024, along with rises in incident reports
and traffic stops. Violent crime responses grew in several
categories, including assaults (21 vs. 8) and mental health related
calls (62 vs. 39). Public order issues such as suspicious activity and
harassment remained significant call types, tho …
Tue Feb 10, 2026 · 5:00 PM
City Council Work Session
Council to discuss housing development proposal 2025-434
The Luverne City Council will hold a work session to discuss a housing development proposal (item 2025-434). No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.
- Housing Development Proposal 2025-434
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✓ Decidido: Council directed staff and developer to refine affordable housing proposal
The council reviewed a housing development proposal from Don Jahnke of Impreza Modular for affordable housing on Maple Street. They expressed openness to the project and directed staff and the developer to continue refining the site plan, parking, garages, and to coordinate the conditional use process to align with the comprehensive plan. The meeting was adjourned after a motion that carried unanimously.
- Directed staff and developer to refine site plan, parking, garages, and coordinate conditional use (no vote)
- Motion to adjourn carried unanimously (5-0)
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers5:00 PMTuesday, February 10, 2026
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Recognition of Guest(s)
D. Reports, Requests, and Updates
D.1. Housing Development Proposal2025-434
E. Other, if any
F. Adjournment
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Announcement of Meeting
City Council Work Session
Regular Meeting Minutes
5:00 PM Council ChambersTuesday, February 10, 2026
A. Call to Order
Mayor Patrick Baustian, Council Member Kevin Aaker, Council Member
Caroline Thorson, Council Member Dan Nath, and Council Member
Marlin Kracht
Present
Jill Wolf, Tyler Reisch, and Jessica MeadAdditional
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Recognition of Guest(s)
Lori Sorenson, Don Yahnke, and Carol Morgan.
D. Reports, Requests, and Updates
D.1. Housing Development Proposal2025-434
The City Council held a work session to review a housing
development proposal from Don Jahnke of Impreza Modular for
affordable housing on Maple Street. The concept includes a mix of
duplexes, single-family homes over 800 square feet priced between
$269,000 and $289,000, and three-bedroom townhome rentals to
address local market gaps. The modular homes would be built to
Minnesota code with an emphasis on energy efficiency, and the
project would redevelop city-acquired properties, adding an
estimated $3.5 million to the tax base. Construction could begin in
the spring or summer of the next construction season, with off-street
parking and garage options to be finalized, and utilities and
easements to be mapped. The Council was open to the proposal as
long as it aligns with the comprehensive plan and housing study
needs and directed staff and the developer to continue refining the
site plan, parkin …
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