Budget & taxes in Minnesota local government
What Minnesota city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
7,995 Minnesota meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Minnesota with the most budget & taxes activity
- St. Paul, MN (252)
- New Ulm, MN (159)
- Minneapolis, MN (147)
- Hennepin County, MN (127)
- Faribault County, MN (106)
- Ramsey County, MN (94)
- St. Peter, MN (93)
- Park Rapids, MN (93)
- Pine City, MN (93)
- Rochester, MN (88)
- Buffalo, MN (83)
- Dodge County, MN (83)
Latest matching meetings
St Albans Bay-Lake Improvement District adopts 2026 budget of $66,594
The district will consider the 2026 estimated budget totaling $66,594. The budget lists sources of funds—$42,674 from Greenwood taxes, $20,860 from Excelsior taxes, and $3,060 from grants/other. It also outlines expenses such as PLM, CLP Treatment, EWM, and office costs, leaving a remaining carryover of $23,204.
Council accepted Remus Park vegetation grant with $3,400-$5,500 annual maintenance cost
The Parks Committee reviewed the Park Dedication Fund balance of $395,482.00 and confirmed the City Council accepted the Remus Park Natural Vegetation Restoration Grant. The committee discussed updates on a pending donation request, the Herreid Park draft which remains on hold, and a park bench donation policy…
New Ulm Library Board to Vote on 2027 Fee Schedule and Door Counter Purchase
The New Ulm Library Board will meet to review financial and activity reports for August 2026. The board is scheduled to vote on resolutions regarding the purchase of new door counters, the disposal of surplus furniture, and the adoption of the 2027 library fees and fines schedule.
Council to vote on zoning code amendments and 2027 levy
The Marine on St. Croix City Council will consider several action items, including proposed zoning code amendments, a request to waive a special event permit fee for a new facility at Marine Village School, and a contractor payment for the 2026 street project. The council will also set the 2027 maximum property tax…
Ramsey County sets a public hearing for the 2027 budget and tax levy.
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing regarding the proposed 2027 supplemental county budget and tax levy. This meeting takes place at Courthouse Room 300 on September 10, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Safety and Justice 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures reviewed
The Budget Committee of the Whole is discussing the Safety and Justice Service Team's 2027 supplemental budget and performance measures. This is a review and discussion item, not a final decision.
Mendota Heights Council reviews proposed FY2027 budget with 3.56% levy increase
The City Council is holding a work session to review the proposed preliminary FY2027 budget, which includes a total property tax levy of $14,772,203, a 3.56% increase from 2026. The general fund budget is proposed at $14,636,361, a 4.81% increase, and there are 35 budget requests totaling $1,539,590 for council…
Council to consider lease revenue bonds for 2026A
This is a special meeting agenda with only two documents listed: the special meeting agenda itself and a document titled '2026A LEASE REVENUE BONDS CCA.' The agenda provides no details on what the council will decide or discuss regarding these bonds, so the meeting appears to be focused on this single item, but…
Police Department 2027 budget presentation before Budget Committee
The Budget Committee is holding a discussion on the 2027 Saint Paul Police Department budget via staff report SR 26-194. This is a presentation and discussion item, not a final vote. The agenda contains only this one substantive item along with roll call and adjournment.
Council to vote on labor agreements, Xcel franchise fees, and multiple street assessments
The Saint Paul City Council will vote on several items including labor agreements with the Manual & Maintenance Supervisors Association and Plumbers Local 34, amendments to Xcel Energy gas and electric franchise fees, and numerous street and alley improvement assessments. The agenda also includes public hearings on a…
Planning Commission to review Big Woods Business Park final plan and TIF district
The Chaska Planning Commission is meeting to consider consent items, including recommending approval of the final site and building plan and final plat for Big Woods Business Park Phase 1 (Scannell, PC #2026-16) and a resolution finding that the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan for TIF District 26 conforms with the…
Minnesota River Valley Transit Board approves 2027 budget and Gus Bus contract
The Board reviewed operational reports, including ridership trends and new bus orders. Members approved the 2027 operating budget, a 2027 operating grant application, and a contract renewal with Gustavus Adolphus College for the 'Gus Bus'.
Council to discuss 2027 budget, tax abatement renewal, and equipment leases
The East Grand Forks City Council will hold a work session and special meeting to discuss several items, including renewing the residential property tax abatement program, leasing a motor grader for snow removal, approving internal fire department promotions, reviewing the absentee voting process, and discussing the…
Buffalo Council discusses 2027 tax levy and recovery residence regulations
The City Council will consider adopting the 2027 preliminary tax levy and several ordinances. Discussion items include code enforcement at 305 Buffalo Run Road and the allocation of statewide affordable housing aid.
New Ulm Economic Development Authority to Approve 2027 Budget and Loans
The New Ulm Economic Development Authority (EDA) will meet to approve the 2027 budget, authorize a $800,000 loan to the Oak Hills Living Center, and approve a fund transfer of $85,470.48 from the Garden Terrace Fund to the EDA Fund. The board will also review updates to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payment…
Council to set 2027 tax levy, discuss draft budget
The Goodview City Council will consider approving the 2027 property tax levy request from the Economic Development Authority and discuss the draft 2027 budget for the General, Debt Service, and Equipment Replacement funds. They will also designate a Truth-in-Taxation meeting for public comment on the proposed budget…
Council to consider condemning 717 Summit Street and discuss 2027 budget
The Eveleth City Council workshop will consider condemnation of the dwelling at 717 Summit Street, following a July 2025 hearing that ordered the owner to vacate and provide repair quotes. The council will also discuss the 2027 budget, a wage study, and updates on open positions, including a proposed Community Service…
Council to consider condemning 717 Summit Street and review wage study
The Eveleth City Council workshop will discuss condemning the dwelling at 717 Summit Street, following a prior hearing that found it unfit for occupancy. The council will also review a wage study proposal, the status of open positions including a code enforcement role, and other items such as the school redevelopment…
Council to consider moratorium on data centers and 2027 Range Street project
The North Mankato City Council will consider setting a public hearing for an interim ordinance imposing a moratorium on data centers, and will vote on resolutions for the 2027 Range Street and North River Drive improvement project, a prairie restoration agreement, and rebidding the geothermal system for the Public…
Council to discuss proposed budget changes in work session
The North Mankato City Council will hold a work session to review proposed budget changes, including the Capital Improvement Plan, General Fund, debt service, and Port Authority finances. Staff will also provide information on nuisance property regulations.
Council to approve $917,809 water treatment payment, levy, and dock violation hearing
The Mound City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a $917,809.83 payment for water treatment improvements and a $353,122.12 payment for street and utility work. New business includes approving a financial management plan contract, preliminary levy approval, a public lands permit for Ashland…
County reviews $5M deferred maintenance plan and 2027 budgets
The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will review a preliminary facility study identifying $5,027,000 in deferred maintenance over 10 years for the Government Center, Probation Area, Old Jail, and Judicial areas. They will also review and discuss the proposed 2027 budgets for the Solid Waste Department, Human…
County Board to set 2027 levy, timber auction, and highway bids
The Koochiching County Board will meet to approve routine financial items, personnel actions, and the 2027 taxing district levy requests. They will also review timber auction results, set 2027 auction dates, consider special use lease rates, and decide on highway-related bids. The afternoon session includes a…
Cohasset City Council holds 2027 budget work session
This is a work session agenda for the Cohasset City Council to discuss the 2027 budget. No specific budget items, amounts, or decisions are listed in the agenda text.
City Council approves $1.0M in bills and awards multiple city contracts
The Little Falls City Council will meet on September 8, 2026, to approve bills totaling $1,007,838.27 and award several city contracts, including water/wastewater services, road salt, and splash pad improvements. The meeting will also consider resolutions on lodging tax amendments, surface improvements, and property…
Council to discuss 2027 street improvements and Lindbergh centennial funding
The Little Falls City Council is holding a special work session to discuss bills, consent agenda items, and two informational items: the proposed 2027 street improvements and an update on a contribution request for the Lindbergh Centennial Commemoration. No official action is expected during this session.
Board to vote on $109,745 detox services contract and August payments over $2,000
The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will meet on September 8, 2026, to approve routine items including the consent agenda, minutes, and claims over $2,000. The board will also consider renewing a two-year detox services contract with the Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment for up to $109,745 annually and…
County Board to hold public hearing on 2027 housing agency annual plan
The Blue Earth County Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2027 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan, which outlines housing programs and strategies. The board will also review drainage projects, including appointing an engineer for Judicial Ditch 20 and awarding a bid for County Ditch 51, plus…
Anoka County Public Safety Committee to consider $1.11M in emergency comm projects
The Anoka County Public Safety Committee will consider several items, including approving contracts for Sheriff's Office access to state criminal justice data systems, accepting donations, and recommending approval of purchases and projects funded by 9-1-1 funds and bond proceeds. The most consequential item is a…
Committee to vote on $1.11M remodel contract and medical examiner agreements
The Anoka County Government Operations Committee will decide on contracts for a $1,114,000 Public Health and Environmental Services remodel and medical examiner services, including agreements with Lake Superior Livery Services, Steele and Pipestone Counties, and SPARC research. The meeting will also review tax-forfeit…
HRA to consider $75K St. Francis demolition, $13.7K Columbus study, $157K insurance, 2027 budget
The Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Management Committee will consider recommending approval of four action items: $75,000 for abatement and demolition in St. Francis, $13,743 for a corridor study in Columbus, $157,057 for insurance renewal, and adoption of the 2027 budget and special benefit tax…
Council considers $4 million bond for public works storage facility
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a bond issuance of up to $4,000,000 for public works storage facility construction. The meeting also includes several consent agenda items related to infrastructure, road reconstruction, and business park planning.
Council to adopt 2027 preliminary tax levy and cancel debt levies
The Rogers City Council will consider adopting the 2027 proposed preliminary tax levy and canceling several debt levy requirements, among other routine items. The agenda includes consent items such as approving minutes, bills, a gambling permit, and a public hearing for delinquent utility charges. No public hearings…
Jasper City Council reviews 2027 budget and levy
This special meeting is focused on reviewing the 2027 budget and the 2027 levy. No other new business or claims are listed on the agenda.
Arlington sets 2027 tax levy and approves capital plan, contracts, and policy updates
The Arlington City Council will decide on the 2027 preliminary tax levy, a five-year capital improvement plan, and several policy updates at this meeting. They will also vote on contracts for county aid, donations, and fee adjustments, including a street closure for a homecoming parade.
Council to discuss 2027 budget and 5-year capital plan
The Northfield City Council is holding a work session to discuss the 2027 budget, the 5-year capital plan, and the capital equipment plan. This discussion prepares for a September 15 worksession and the preliminary levy and budget adoption on September 22. The agenda contains only this discussion item and no other…
Northfield council to vote on $1.63M disbursements and welcoming week resolution
The Northfield City Council will meet to approve routine minutes, disburse $1,634,921.88, and consider several resolutions including declaring September 10–19 as Welcoming Week. The agenda also includes a temporary liquor license for Chapel Brewing, a grant agreement with the Federal Highway Administration, and a…
Council discusses 2027 budget at workshop
The Arlington City Council is holding a workshop before its regular meeting, with the sole substantive item being a discussion of the 2027 budget. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion-only item.
City Council to hold public hearing on 2027 budget and levy
The St. Anthony Village City Council will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the 2027 Operations Budget and Preliminary Levy Certification. The meeting will take place at City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road. Residents can comment in person, in writing, or by email until the hearing date.
Sheriff staffing and county budget on workshop agenda
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss Sheriff's Office staffing and a county budget discussion led by the County Administrator. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of these two discussion items.