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North Oaks, Minnesota

North Oaks   Minnesota average (US Census ACS)
Population5,175
Per-capita income$97,736
Median home value$756,300
Typical home value $967,961 +2.1% yr/yr · +26.3% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)

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Thu Jul 16, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

City Council to consider water/sewer rate changes and public works generator purchase

The North Oaks City Council will vote on a conditional use permit for a sign at 100 Village Center Drive and a variance for a septic system at 2 Crocus Lane. The body will also discuss amending the annual meeting calendar, the NOHOA roadside vegetation policy, and purchasing a generator for Public Works.

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6a. Licenses for Approval: Arborists:1-2 Tree Lawn & Landscape Mechanical: Comfort by Design; Easco Plumbing Heating & Air; Majestic Custom Heating & Air; North State Mechanical LLC; O'Boys Heating & Air; Spriggs Mechanical Inc. 6b. Approval of 6.11.2026 and 7.1.2026 City Council Minutes 6c. Resolution approving conditional use permit for a sign for a property located at 100 Village Center Drive CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular City Council Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, July 16, 2026 6:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the City Council may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 851 5235 3794 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85152353794. 1. Call to Order 2, Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Citizen Comments - Members of the public are invited to make comments to the Council during the public comments section. Up to four minutes shall be allowed for each speaker. No action will be taken by the Council on items raised [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 1, 2026

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

Audiencia pública para el permiso de uso condicional de un letrero en 100 Village Center Drive

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará un permiso de uso condicional para un letrero en 100 Village Center Drive, revisará una solicitud de varianza para un sistema séptico en 2 Crocus Lane, considerará una solicitud de retiro para una varianza de séptico en 25 South Deep Lake Road y discutirá cambios propuestos a las regulaciones de retranqueo de estructuras. También aprobarán las actas de la reunión del 30 de abril de 2026.

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5a. Approval of 4.30.2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 6a. Public Hearing - Discussion and possible action on Conditional Use Permit for a sign located at 100 Village Center Drive 6b. Variance - Discussion and possible action on variance application for septic system located at 2 Crocus Lane 6c. Withdrawal Request - Septic Variance 25 South Deep Lake Road 6d. Discussion on proposed Setbacks CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular Planning Commission Meeting City Council Meeting Wednesday, July 01, 2026 7:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the Planning Commission may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 879 6038 3159 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87960383159. 1. Call To Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Previous Month's Minutes Planning Commission Minutes 4.30.26.pdf 6. Business Action Items 2026-07-01_PC Packet_100_Village_Center_Dr_CUP.pdf 2026-07-01_ PC _ Packet_2 Crocus Lane. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

El Concejo Municipal considera reubicar las oficinas a 400 Village Center Drive

El Concejo Municipal de North Oaks está analizando opciones de espacio de oficina para la Ciudad y NOHOA, incluyendo una renovación de contrato en 100 Village Center Drive, un nuevo contrato en 400 Village Center Drive y posibilidades de construcción a medida (build-to-suit). El contrato actual vence el 31 de mayo de 2027, con una opción de renovación de cinco años que requiere notificación antes del 2 de diciembre de 2026. Una decisión de reubicación requeriría la firma de un nuevo contrato antes del 15 de diciembre de 2026 para cumplir con los plazos de construcción.

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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda

The council approved the agenda by a unanimous vote. No other actions were formally adopted; the meeting featured extensive discussion of future City Hall lease and office space options, but no decision was taken.

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1 Office Space Update for NOHOA and the City of North Oaks July 2026 2 Background on Alternatives Considered ◼ Options were considered on a lease, purchase, and build - to - suit basis within proximity to the City of North Oaks. ◼ Twelve alternatives were identified ◼ Of these twelve the current space within the North Oaks Financial Center at 100 Village Center Drive and Suite 200 & 300 at the 400 Village Center Drive were the best alternatives for final consideration. 3 City of North Oaks Options 4 Property Option Map 1 12 7 2 3 4 6 5 8 11 9 10 5 100 Village Center Drive Lease Renewal ◼ Although a five - year option to renew is available the Landlord is unwilling to discuss any further options to renew beyond the next lease expiration which would expire 5/31/32. ◼ We have also been discouraged from conducting elections on site and the space at 4,288 RSF is tight. This space consists of suite 150 on the first floor as well as suites 230 and 240 on the second floor. ◼ The renewal option is “as - is” and would start at $15.45 net with 30¢ annual increases. ◼ The building has completed several new leases in recent months so nothing is currently available if additional space is needed. 6 7 400 Village Center Drive New Lease ◼ The proposed premises are located across the lobby from each with the NOHOA and City Offices sharing a conference room, break room, and storage space. The City Offices would have an exterior entrance. ◼ The Council Chambers would be [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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North Oaks City Council Meeting Minutes North Oaks City Council Chambers July 1, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wolter called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Krista Wolter, Councilors Mark Azman, Andrew Gaspard, Sara Shah and Grover Sayre Staff Present: Administrator Kevin Kress, Attorney Bridget Nason, City Planner Kendra Lindahl Others Present: Guest – Steve Chirhart with TaTonka Real Estate Advisors A quorum was declared present. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Wolter led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION by Gaspard, seconded by Shah, to approve the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. 5. NEW BUSINESS 5a. Discussion and possible action future City Hall Lease and City Hall office space • Steve Chirhart with TaTonka Real Estate Advisors has been meeting with City Hall Task force for the past year to review options for City Hall/NOHOA office staff. The task force includes City Administrator, Councilors Azman and Sayre, 2 NOHOA Board members, and City staff. • He compiled a presentation on the current City Hall/NOHOA office lease and potential future options. The presentation is included in the meeting agenda packet. • Summary of what areas have been researched for City Hall: o All commercial parcels in the entire Village center area o Reviewed Cherokee Bank, Walgreen’s agreements which had no future plans to move or close. o The vacant parking lot at the end of 100 Villa [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 11, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

El Concejo celebrará una audiencia pública sobre la estructura unificada de tarifas de agua y alcantarillado

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará una ordenanza para enmendar el programa de tarifas de 2026 para los servicios de agua y alcantarillado, tras un estudio de tarifas realizado por Ehlers. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de licencias, finanzas de la ciudad, actas de reuniones, la Resolución 1595 que apoya a la Ramsey County Economic Development Commission y una licencia de licores para Hill Farm Fest. Otros temas incluyen un informe de seguridad pública, una actualización de franquicias de banda ancha y una discusión sobre la enmienda al calendario de reuniones anuales.

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✓ Decidido: City Council approved new water and sewer fee schedule

The council unanimously approved the agenda and consent agenda items, including licenses, financials, meeting minutes, Resolution 1595 and a liquor license. A public hearing on the 2026 water and sewer fee schedule was opened and closed without comment, and the council unanimously approved Ordinance 158 2026 Fee Schedule and Resolution 1596. The annual council meeting calendar was amended and no action was taken on the proposed broadband franchise. A temporary Certificate of Occupancy was issued for the new fire station.

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6a. Approval of Licenses: Arborist: Aaron Boyd's Tree Service LLC Mechanical: Air Craft Mechanical LLP; Craig's Heating and Air; Northland Mechanical Contractors Inc; Summit Heating & Air Conditioning General Contractor: Construction Results Corporation 6b. Approval of City Financials EFT: 1281e-1292e Checks: 16260 - 16292 CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular City Council Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, June 11, 2026 7:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the City Council may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 879 7397 7257 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87973977257. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Citizen Comments - Members of the public are invited to make comments to the Council during the public comments section. Up to four minutes shall be allowed for each speaker. No action will be taken by the Council on items raised during the public comment period unless the item appears as an agenda item [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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North Oaks City Council Meeting Minutes North Oaks City Council Chambers June 11, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Wolter called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Krista Wolter, Councilors Mark Azman, Andrew Gaspard, Sara Shah and Grover Sayre Staff Present: Administrator Kevin Kress, Attorney Bridget Nason, City Engineer Jupe Hale, and City Planner John Uphoff (remote) Others Present: NineNorth Videographer Kenny Ronan A quorum was declared present. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Wolter led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS • Susan Alderness, 15 Oriole Lane, lived in North Oaks for 8 years, but husband grew up here. Very interested in recent news articles on City sewer and water discussions and hopeful to keep residents informed and conversation going. Was surprised to read that 150 properties still have cesspools. Wondered if grandfathered in or if initiatives can be taken to get them on septic. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION by Azman, seconded by Shah, to approve the agenda. Motion carried unanimously. 6. CONSENT AGENDA 6a. Approval of Licenses: Arborist: Aaron Boyd's Tree Service LLC Mechanical: Air Craft Mechanical LLP; Craig's Heating and Air; Northland Mechanical Contractors Inc; Summit Heating & Air Conditioning General Contractor: Construction Results Corporation 6b. Approval of City Financials EFT: 1281e-1292e Checks: 16260 – 16292 6c. Approval of meeting minutes of 5.14 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu May 14, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

El Concejo Municipal votará sobre un permiso de uso condicional para relleno en 5 Catbird Lane

El Concejo Municipal de North Oaks considerará una agenda de consentimiento que incluye aprobaciones de licencias, una proclama de la Semana de la Policía, un permiso de fuegos artificiales para la Fiesta de Verano del North Oaks Golf Club y la aprobación de estados financieros. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la discusión sobre un análisis de estudio de tarifas de servicios públicos de Ehlers y posible acción sobre la transferencia de la estación de bombeo para Charley Lake Condominium Association. También se somete a aprobación una resolución para un permiso de uso condicional para exceso de relleno en 5 Catbird Lane.

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✓ Decidido: Council approves consent agenda including conditional use permit

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, various licenses, a Police Week Proclamation, a fireworks application, a conditional use permit for excess fill at 5 Catbird Lane, a polling place resolution, and city financials. Discussions were held on a utility rate study and a potential lift station turnover, but no votes were taken on those items.

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6a. City Council Meeting Minutes of 4.16.2026 6b. Approval of Licenses Arborist Licenses: Helke's Tree Service; Mancini Tree Inc; Mechanical licenses: APP Professional Plumbing; Conway Mechanical; Ideal Air; Metro Gas Installers; Professional Mechanical Services, LLC; X-treme Heating & A/C Inc. 6c. Police Week Proclamation - May 11-16, 2026 6d. Fireworks application for North Oaks Golf Club Summer Party CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular City Council Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the City Council may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 875 8196 5807 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87581965807. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Citizen Comments - Members of the public are invited to make comments to the Council during the public comments section. Up to four minutes shall be allowed for each speaker. No action will be taken by the Council on [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 30, 2026

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

Audiencia pública sobre el CUP para nivelación de terreno en 5 Catbird Lane

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y considerará un permiso de uso condicional para la nivelación de más de 100 yardas cúbicas en 5 Catbird Lane para una nueva vivienda. También discutirán posibles cambios a la tabla de retiros de estructuras. Se proporcionará una actualización de ingeniería. La reunión comienza con la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.

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✓ Decidido: Approved conditional use permit for grading at 5 Catbird Lane

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for grading in excess of 100 cubic yards at 5 Catbird Lane to allow construction of a new home. The permit includes conditions outlined in the staff report. The Commission also discussed but took no action on a proposed structure setbacks table. City engineers provided updates on cost savings and infrastructure negotiations, including a $600,000 reduction in water metering costs.

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5a. Approval of the Minutes of the February 26, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting 6a. Public Hearing - Discussion and possible action on a Conditional Use Permit for grading in excess of 100 cubic yards for a property located at 5 Catbird Lane 6b. Discussion and possible action on structure setbacks table 7a. Engineering update CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular Planning Commission Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, April 30, 2026 7:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the Planning Commission may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 861 0908 7849 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86109087849 1. Call To Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge 4. Approval of Agenda 5. Approval of Previous Month's Minutes Planning Commission Minutes 2.26.26.pdf 6. Business Action Items 2026-04-30 PC Packet_5 Catbird CUP.pdf Proposed Setback Structures.xlsx 7. Commissioner Report(s) 8. Adjourn - The next Planning Commission meeting will be [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Apr 16, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

El Concejo discutirá la ordenanza de tarifas de agua/alcantarillado y acuerdos interlocales

El concejo considerará una ordenanza que regula las tarifas y cargos de los servicios de agua y alcantarillado. Se proporcionarán actualizaciones sobre los acuerdos de poderes conjuntos con White Bear Township y Lino Lakes, incluyendo un acuerdo suplementario de infraestructura de agua con North Oaks Company. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de licencias, estados financieros, estados financieros auditados de 2025 y un permiso de fuegos artificiales para NOHOA Summerfest. Otros temas incluyen informes del subdirector y del forestal de la ciudad.

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✓ Decidido: Council approves funding for Barr Engineering to monitor Pleasant Lake water quality

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included financial approvals and a fireworks permit for NOHOA Summerfest. Staff confirmed that three joint powers agreements with White Bear Township and Lino Lakes regarding water infrastructure are now fully executed. The council also unanimously authorized budgeted funds to be allocated to Barr Engineering to continue monitoring work for the Pleasant Lake water quality initiative, which tracks lake conditions for public use. Discussion on a revised water and sewer ordinance was tabled for further review in May or June.

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6a. Approval of Council Meeting Minutes of 3.25.2026 6b. Licenses for Approval: Arborist: Three Trees Horticulture Mechanical: A&E Heating & Cooling; Corporate Mechanical; GTS HVAC, Inc. 6c. Approval of City Financials EFTs: 1229e-1250e CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular City Council Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, April 16, 2026 6:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the City Council may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 872 1713 3779 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87217133779. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Citizen Comments - Members of the public are invited to make comments to the Council during the public comments section. Up to four minutes shall be allowed for each speaker. No action will be taken by the Council on items raised during the public comment period unless the item appears as an agenda item for action. 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda - These are items th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 25, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

City Council to discuss water agreements and approve routine items

The North Oaks City Council will meet to approve routine licenses and financial reports, and to discuss potential agreements regarding water infrastructure and joint powers.

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✓ Decidido: Council unanimously approved three water joint‑powers agreements and changed April meeting date

The City Council approved the North Oaks Company supplemental water agreement, the two‑party Joint Powers Agreement with White Bear Township, and the three‑party Joint Powers Agreement with White Bear Township and Lino Lakes, all by unanimous roll‑call vote. The council also amended the annual meeting calendar, moving the April 9 meeting to April 16, and approved the consent agenda items, including licenses, minutes, financials, a one‑day liquor license, and a variance for 11 Creekside Lane.

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6a. Approval of Licenses: Arborist: Balsam Tree & Shrub Care LLC; Premium Tree Protection LLC; Red Leaf Tree Care Mechanical: Blue Ox; Hoffman Refrigeration & Heating; Joel Smith Heating & Air Conditioning; Modern Heating & Air; S & R Appliance Repair; United States Mechanical Inc. 6b. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of February 26th, 2026. 6c. Approval City Financials CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular City Council Meeting City Council Meeting Wednesday, March 25, 2026 6:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the City Council may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 816 4282 2523 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81642822523 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Citizen Comments - Members of the public are invited to make comments to the Council during the public comments section. Up to four minutes shall be allowed for each speaker. No action will be taken by the Council on items raised during th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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North Oaks City Council Meeting Minutes North Oaks City Council Chambers March 25, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Councilor Shah called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Acting Mayor Sara Shah, Councilor Mark Azman, Grover Sayre (joined at 6:08 pm) Mayor Krista Wolter and Councilors Andrew Gaspard (remote via electronic means) Staff Present: Administrator Kevin Kress, Attorney Bridget Nason, City Engineer Jupe Hale, and City Planner Kendra Lindahl Others Present: NineNorth Videographer Kenny Ronnan A quorum was declared present. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Wolter led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS • No citizen comments. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA • Administrator Kress noted a few changes were made to the order of agenda items prior to the meeting to reorder the agenda items for discussion to: 8a. Supplemental Agreement 8b. Two party JPA, 8c. 3 party JPA, Water model presentation. Added was agenda item to possibly amend Council meeting calendar. • The revised agenda was presented to Council and updated on City website prior to the meeting. MOTION by Azman, seconded by Gaspard, to approve the amended agenda as presented in the packet. Motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. 6. CONSENT AGENDA 6a. Approval of Licenses: Arborist: Balsam Tree & Shrub Care LLC; Premium Tree Protection LLC; Red Leaf Tree Care Mechanical: Blue Ox; Hoffman Refrigeration & Heating; Joel Smith Heating & Air C [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 26, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

Council to consider approval of the License Plate Reader program

The North Oaks City Council will discuss and possibly approve the License Plate Reader (ALPR) program. Council members will also review several Joint Powers Agreements with White Bear Township and Lino Lakes. The agenda includes adding a February 26 meeting at 4 p.m. and a March 26 meeting at 6 p.m. to the city calendar. Routine items such as license approvals and minutes will be handled under the consent agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Council conditionally approves 5‑year license‑plate reader contract

The council accepted public comments on the license‑plate reader program into the official record and approved the meeting agenda. It approved routine consent‑agenda items, including several licenses and the February 2 minutes. The Supplemental Water Infrastructure Agreement with North Oaks Company and the two‑party Joint Powers Agreement with White Bear Township were both approved, each contingent on the other agreement. Finally, the council conditionally approved a five‑year contract with Flock Safety to expand ALPR cameras to 26 locations, subject to attorney revisions and property‑owner permissions.

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6a. Licenses for Approval: Arborist: Metro Tree and Crane Mechanical Licenses for Approval: Binder Heating & Air; City Wide Mechanical, Inc.; Sedgwick Heating; Woodland Way, Inc. DBA Woodland Stoves & Fireplaces 6b. Approval of 2.12.2026 City Council Minutes CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular City Council Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, February 26, 2026 4:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the City Council may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 893 8519 7681 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/krRj5RBz6. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Citizen Comments - Members of the public are invited to make comments to the Council during the public comments section. Up to four minutes shall be allowed for each speaker. No action will be taken by the Council on items raised during the public comment period unless the item appears as an agenda item for action. 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Consent Agenda [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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North Oaks City Council Meeting Minutes North Oaks City Council Chambers February 26, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Councilor Wolter called the meeting to order at 4:07 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Krista Wolter, Councilors Grover Sayre, Mark Azman, Andrew Gaspard, Sara Shah Staff Present: Administrator Kevin Kress, Attorney Bridget Nason, City Planner Kendra Lindahl (remote) and City Engineer Jupe Hale Others Present: NineNorth Videographer Damen Price A quorum was declared present. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Wolter led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS • Kress noted that the City Councilors were forwarded written comments from Ilya Berchenko and the City Administrator on LPR, some for and against which have been shared with Council. MOTION by Shah, seconded by Azman, to accept the electronically submitted public comments to City Staff and Councilors regarding the continuation of the automated license plate reader program, into the official public record. Motion carried unanimously. • Joe and Linda Jesmer, 59-year residents, nothing profound on the License Plate reader. Finds it as an added measure of crime enforcement in our community, feels the costs are modest, and that there are cameras are everywhere, grocery, banks, gas. Finds it an extra level of security in these modern times, finds it money well spent and does not see a downside. They are heartily in favor of renewing the program. • Peter Hairston [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 26, 2026

Planning Commission Agendas & Minutes

Planning Commission to consider setback variance for therapy pool at 11 Creekside Lane

The Planning Commission will discuss a request to allow a swimming pool and equipment to be placed closer to the property line than the required 30 feet. The body will also review a revised Septic Ordinance and discuss structures within setbacks.

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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission unanimously approved a setback variance for 11 Creekside Lane

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting, both unanimously. Rick Kingston was appointed Vice Chair for 2026 with a unanimous vote. The commission also unanimously approved a setback variance for a swimming pool at 11 Creekside Lane. No formal action was taken on the proposed revisions to the septic ordinance.

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6a. Approval of the Minutes of the September 25, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting 7a. Discussion and possible action on assigning an acting/vice chair 7b. Consideration of Variance to setback for 11 Creekside Lane 7c. Consideration of revised Septic Ordinance CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular Planning Commission Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, February 26, 2026 7:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the Planning Commission may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-626-6799, Webinar ID: 839 2572 4579 or by joining the meeting via the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83925724579. 1. Call To Order 2. Roll Call 3. Pledge 4. Citizen Comments - Members of the public are invited to make comments to the Planning Commission during the public comments section. Up to four minutes shall be allowed for each speaker. No action will be taken by the Commission on items raised during the public comment period unless the item appears as an agenda item for action. 5. Approval of Agenda 6. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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North Oaks Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes City of North Oaks Community Meeting Room February 26, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Cremons called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Chair Cremons welcomed Commissioners Rich Kingston and Ilya Berchenko back to the Commission. Kingston and Berchenko were recently sworn in for new three-year terms. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Dave Cremons, Commissioners Rick Anderson, Ilya Berchenko, Aaron Harkins, Rick Kingston, David Loegering, Bob Ostlund, City Council Liaison Mark Azman Staff Present: City Administrator Kevin Kress, City Attorney Bridget Nason, City Planner Zeke Peters, City Engineer Jupe Hale Present Via Electronic Means: City Septic Inspector Brian Humpal Others Present: Kenny Ronnan from NineNorth Absent: None A quorum was declared present 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Cremons led the Commission in the Pledge of Allegiance 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS Bill McNee of 11 Sunset Lane spoke to the commission. He expressed support for the revised septic ordinance but suggested that it go further to require that all septic systems should be inspected when a home is sold. He also suggested that all cesspool systems should immediately be considered non-compliant systems and be required to be replaced within two years. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioners added an item to approve Rick Kingston as Vice Chair of the Commission. MOTION by Anderson, seconded by Berchenko, to approve the agenda as [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Feb 12, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

Council to explore a quiet railroad zone for local train crossings

The North Oaks City Council approved routine consent items, including licenses and city financials, and adopted two planning commission appointment resolutions. A public hearing considered Ordinance 157 to amend the 2026 fee schedule for animal, contractor, and mechanical licenses. Council members discussed the feasibility of designating a quiet railroad zone, noting potential costs of $30,000‑$60,000 per crossing and a $10,000‑$20,000 feasibility study, and agreed to pursue further agency coordination before a February decision.

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✓ Decidido: Council adds Feb 26 and March 26 meetings to the 2026 calendar

The council unanimously approved the amended agenda and routine consent items. It voted to add a February 26 meeting at 4 p.m. and a March 26 meeting at 6 p.m. to the 2026 calendar. The body also entered and later reopened a closed session on a legal matter, each by unanimous roll‑call vote.

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6a. Licenses for Approval: Arborist: A Tree Service, Inc.; Alliance Tree Care Inc.; Central MN Tree Service; Forest Stump Tree Service, LLC; Hugo's Tree Care, Inc.; Morgan's Tree Service; Rainbow Tree Care; The Davey Tree Expert Company Mechanical: Academy Heating and Air Inc.; Ares Holdings LLC DBA CMS/Nextech; Bonfe's Plumbing Heating & Air Service Inc; Centerpoint Energy Resource Corp DBA Centerpoint Energy Minnesota Gas; Glowing Hearth & Home; Heating & Cooling Two, Inc.; Hero Home Services LLC; Home Energy Center; Hurlburt Heating, Kirt's Mechanical; Cooling & Plumbing; Kramer Mechanical; Logan Companies; Ron's Mechanical; Schulties Plumbing, Inc.; Standard Heating & Air Conditioning; Swift Heating & Air Conditioning; Team Mechanical, Inc. 6b. Approval of Minutes of Regular City Council 1.15.2026 Meeting CITY OF NORTH OAKS Regular City Council Meeting City Council Meeting Thursday, February 12, 2026 7:00 PM, City Council Chambers are at 100 Village Center Drive, Room 150, North Oaks, MN 55127 MEETING AGENDA Remote Access - One or more members of the City Council may attend the meeting via interactive technology and others will participate in person in Council Chambers (Community Room, 100 Village Center Drive, Suite 150, North Oaks, MN) during the meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Any person wishing to monitor the meeting electronically from a remote location may do so by calling the following Zoom meeting videoconference number: 1-312-6 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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North Oaks City Council Meeting Minutes North Oaks City Council Chambers February 12, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Councilor Wolter called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Krista Wolter, Councilors Grover Sayre and Mark Azman Absent: Andrew Gaspard, Sara Shah Staff Present: Administrator Kevin Kress, Attorney Bridget Nason, City Planner Kendra Lindahl and City Engineer Jupe Hale Others Present: NineNorth Videographer Kenny Ronnan A quorum was declared present. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Wolter led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS • Gwynn Carver, 15 East Pleasant Lake Road, came to speak with concerns on the license plate reader program. She is looking for an update on the results of the 1 year license plate reader pilot program metrics and if a decision has been made to continue forward with it for 2026. She is hoping to see description of what objectives have been met, as well as any unintended consequences to the data collection. Wants to make sure there is clear and transparent communication, what policies are in place, and if this data was used in the recent ICE raid. Feel pertinent to ensure decisions are data driven, transparent, and community support driven. She would like to see a formal report, and data retention policy, and limits on access by federal agencies. • Riki Banerjee, 30 Meadowlark Lane, would like to see Council join the Council for Safety and Stable Coalition. Would [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jan 15, 2026

City Council Agenda & Minutes

✓ Decidido: City Council approves Ordinance 157 updating the 2026 fee schedule

Council unanimously approved the consent agenda and two planning commission appointment resolutions. The council also approved Ordinance 157, which amends the 2026 City Fee Schedule, and adopted Resolution 1590 to publish a summary of that ordinance. All related motions were carried by unanimous roll‑call vote. The council agreed to continue investigative work on the quiet railroad zone, with a follow‑up meeting planned for February.

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North Oaks City Council Meeting Minutes North Oaks City Council Chambers January 15, 2026 1. CALL TO ORDER Councilor Wolter called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Krista Wolter, Councilors Sara Shah, Andrew Gaspard, Grover Sayre, Mark Azman Staff Present: Administrator Kevin Kress, Attorney Bridget Nason, and City Engineer Jupe Hale, Others Present: NineNorth Videographer Kenny Ronnan A quorum was declared present. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Wolter led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance. 4. CITIZEN COMMENTS • Art Andrews, 26 Summit Heights, resident in Summit Heights since 2000. He just wanted to emphasize that he is still engaged in interested in the quiet railroad zone project and will follow the railroad project presentation later in the meeting. • George Lance, 1488 White Street, spoke on citizens right to free speech and feels lately free speech has been under attack by others. Restricting public comments being shut is illegal viewpoint. He was concerned about making sure that differing viewpoints were not being restricted and cited court rulings that political speech is protected and public has the right to air its viewpoints. He noted he was speaking calmly within time and without threats. • Christopher Nolan, 148 Winfer Street, stated there’s a lot going on in community and wanted to comment on that. Wanted to express immense gratitude to men & women to ICE and appreciated their work in prot [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]