Le Sueur Council Considers Backyard Chickens, Stormwater Plan; Fire Commission Reviews Equipment Purchases
The Le Sueur City Council was set to take final action on an ordinance that would permit backyard chickens within city limits during its June 22 meeting. The agenda also included adoption of a citywide stormwater management plan, a labor agreement, and an emergency polling place change. Minutes from that meeting were not available as of publication.
City officials across multiple boards handled a range of financial, infrastructure, and public safety items, while a recreation and parks committee prepares to meet next week.
City Council
The council was scheduled to hold the second reading of Ordinance 620, which would allow keeping chickens in the city. The text of the final vote and any amendments will be detailed once minutes are released.
Other notable agenda items included:
- Adoption of the Citywide Stormwater Management Plan.
- Resolution R2026-037: a labor agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 49 under the Public Works Facility Authority.
- Resolution R2026-039: an emergency polling place change.
- Resolutions R2026-032 and R2026-033: fund transfers, including a transfer for Public Safety Aid.
Consent agenda items included routine approvals of minutes, disbursements, and a request to close Main Street for a benefit event.
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority (EDA) met June 22 and was presented with $71,138.58 in disbursements. The list included tax increment financing (TIF) payments and legal fees. The board was also asked to accept the monthly financial report through May 31, 2026.
Staff updates covered a surplus auction for the former Park Elementary property, ongoing housing development, and a multi-family housing project along Kingsway Drive.
Fire Service Commission
During its June 24 meeting, the Fire Service Commission reviewed several equipment and personnel items. The fire chief reported:
- A FEMA grant application was submitted for new handheld radios.
- $3,225 was allocated for thermal imaging cameras.
- A new grass rig has arrived.
- A hose cart was refurbished, with costs covered by the Le Sueur Fire Endowment and Knights of Columbus.
- Derrynane Township gained 6.5 sections from BP Fire.
Year-to-date fire calls stood at 48. Three new firefighters completed required classes, and an open house is planned for July 11.
Coming up
The Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee (RPAC) will meet July 7. Agenda items include:
- ADA improvements at American Legion park, with a total project cost of $432,660.
- Bruce Frank Field renovations: $118,595 for infield regrading and outfield mowing.
- Postponement of a city pool liner repair until after the current season.
- Purchase of 17 replacement football helmets, funded by the Lions Club and United Fund.
- Placement recommendations for restored Green Giant pea and corn statues.
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