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Belle PlaineMN averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $355,751 +1.4% yr/yr · +15.1% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025132 housing units ($19.5M)
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Ways and Means Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
720 Main Street East, Belle Plaine
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:00
Design Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00
Economic Development Authority
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:00
Design Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:00
Economic Development Authority
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
720 Main Street East, Belle Plaine
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 17:00
Design Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:00
Economic Development Authority
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
720 Main Street East, Belle Plaine
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 17:00
Design Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
720 Main Street East, Belle Plaine
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:00
Economic Development Authority
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon May 17, 2027 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 07:30
General
420 Main Street East, Belle Plaine
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:05
City Council
Council to award $3.46M public safety facility renovation bid
The Belle Plaine City Council will consider awarding two construction bids: $3,463,827.22 to KUE Contractors for the Public Safety Facility Renovation and Expansion, and $1,147,522.43 to Holtmeier Construction for the TH 25/CSAH 3 Roundabout Project. They will also discuss plow truck No. 8, accept a preliminary engineering report for the 2027 Improvement Project, and approve several consent agenda items including premise permits and a cooperative construction agreement with Scott County.
- Resolution 26-097: Award $3,463,827.22 bid to KUE Contractors for Public Safety Facility Renovation and Expansion
- Resolution 26-098: Award $1,147,522.43 bid to Holtmeier Construction for TH 25/CSAH 3 Roundabout Project
- Resolution 26-101: Cooperative construction agreement with Scott County for TH 25/CSAH 3 Roundabout Project
- Resolution 26-099: Accept preliminary engineering report and call public hearing for 2027 Improvement Project
- Resolution 26-100 and 26-102: Approve premise permits for Belle Plaine Chamber of Commerce and German Days Inc. at The Shipwreck
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City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
Monday, August 17, 2026 – 6:05 PM
City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Please use the north entrance door
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
2.
CALL TO ORDER.
Roll Call.
3.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
4.
PUBLIC FORUM.
*Anyone wishing to address the Council must sign up before the meeting and then have a seat in the
audience. The signup sheet is removed 5 minutes before the start of the meeting. Maximum of three (3)
minutes per speaker. No official action will be taken.
5.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA.
5.1. Regular Session Minutes of August 3, 2026.
5.2. Work Session Minutes of August 3, 2026.
5.3. Council Drone Demonstration Minutes of August 6, 2026.
5.4. Resolution 26-096 Accepting Donations for the 2026 Hook, Line and Heroes Youth Fishing Event.
5.5. Authorize Purchase of Mower for Public Works.
5.6. Resolution 26-100 Approve Premise Permit for Belle Plaine Chamber of Commerce at The Shipwreck.
5.7. Resolution 26-101 Authoring Execution of Cooperative Construction Agreement with Scott County and
the City of Belle Plaine for the TH 25/CSAH 3 Roundabout Project as part of the FY 2026 Metro Local
Partnership Program Funding.
5.8. Resolution 26-102 Approve Premise Permit for German Days Inc. at The Shipwreck.
6.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS.
6.1. Community Serv …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
General
Council to certify Aug. 11 primary election results
The Belle Plaine City Council is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive item: a resolution to certify the results of the August 11, 2026 primary election. The rest of the agenda is procedural (pledge, roll call, agenda approval, adjournment).
- Resolution 26-095 certifying primary election results of August 11, 2026
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City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
Monday, August 17, 2026 – 6:00 PM
City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Please use the north entrance door
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
2.
CALL TO ORDER.
Roll Call.
3.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
4.
BUSINESS.
4.1. 4.1. Resolution 26-095 Certifying Results of Primary Election of August 11, 2026.
5.
ADJOURN.
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Ways and Means Committee
Belle Plaine committee to discuss preliminary 2027 budget
The Belle Plaine Finance Ways and Means Committee is meeting to discuss the preliminary 2027 budget and an update on the PERA SVF (a state retirement fund). The agenda includes only discussion items, with no votes or decisions scheduled. The meeting is open to the public and may include a quorum of the city council.
- Discussion of preliminary 2027 budget
- Update on PERA SVF (retirement fund)
- Approval of August 3, 2026 meeting minutes
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City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
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218 North Meridian Street P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, Minnesota 56011 952-873-5553 Fax 952-873-5509
www.belleplainemn.gov
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BELLE PLAINE FINANCE WAYS AND MEANS MEETING
BUDGET
LOCATION: BELLE PLAINE CITY HALL
218 N. MERIDIAN ST.
BELLE PLAINE, MN
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026
3:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
3.1. Finance Ways and Means Minutes of August 3, 2026.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1. Preliminary 2027 Budget.
4.2. Update: PERA SVF.
5. NEXT MEETING.
1. TBD.
6. ADJOURN.
Agenda subject to change.
Information will be provided at the meeting.
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
Public Works Committee to discuss plow truck, wastewater, road projects
The Belle Plaine Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss replacing Plow Truck #8 and to receive updates on the WWTF Entrance Project, the 2026 Improvement Project, and the 2027 Improvement Project. The agenda is mostly discussion items with no formal votes scheduled.
- Discussion: Plow Truck #8
- Update: WWTF Entrance Project
- Update: 2026 Improvement Project
- Update: 2027 Improvement Project
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218 North Meridian Street P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, Minnesota 56011 952-873-5553 Fax 952-873-5509
www.belleplainemn.gov
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BELLE PLAINE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(Council Liaisons Rex Stacey and Luke Otto, Alternate James Evans)
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2026
7:00 AM
1. CALL TO ORDER.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES.
3.1. Regular Session Minutes of July 8, 2026.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
4.1. Discussion: Plow Truck #8
4.2. Update: WWTF Entrance Project.
4.3. Update: 2026 Improvement Project.
4.4. Update: 2027 Improvement Project.
5. NEXT MEETING.
1. Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 7:00 am.
6. ADJOURN.
Agenda subject to change.
Information will be provided at the meeting.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
720 Main Street East, Belle Plaine
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA to discuss 2027 budget
The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2027 EDA/HRA budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, bills, and administrative reports.
- Discussion of 2027 EDA/HRA Budget
- Approval of bills from the Treasurer's Report
- Approval of minutes from July 13, 2026 regular session
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218 North Meridian St., P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Phone 952-873-5553 fax 952-873-5509
www.belleplainemn.gov
BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
CITY HALL, 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET
PLEASE USE THE NORTH ENTRANCE
MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026
5:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5:00
P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. Roll Call.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
3.1. Regular Session Minutes of July 13, 2026.
(Note: minutes of Joint Council/EDA Session of July 20, 2026 were approved by
Council on August 3, 2026)
4. TREASURERS REPORT.
4.1. Approval of Bills.
5. BUSINESS.
5.1. 2027 EDA/HRA Budget
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS.
6.1. Commissioner Comments.
6.2. Director’s Update.
6.3. Upcoming Meetings.
1. Regular Session, 5:00 pm, Monday, September 14, 2026.
7. ADJOURN.
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Ways and Means Committee
Finance Ways and Means Committee to review preliminary budget
The Finance Ways and Means Committee will meet to discuss the preliminary budget. The meeting also includes the approval of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.
- Overview of the Preliminary Budget
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✓ Decided: Preliminary budget shows 3.89% tax rate increase, $120.89 on median home
The Finance Ways and Means Committee reviewed the Preliminary Budget, which projects a 3.89% tax rate increase resulting in a $120.89 increase for a median-valued home with no change in value. The council discussed various factors including school district referendum, staff wages, fuel costs, overtime, and fire department bond funds. No formal decisions were made on the budget; the council requested additional information and scheduled a budget meeting for August 17.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved July 20, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled budget meeting for August 17 at 3:00 PM
- Requested capital fund accumulation data per department
- Requested department heads prioritize capital items (1-3 scale)
City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
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218 North Meridian Street P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, Minnesota 56011 952-873-5553 Fax 952-873-5509
www.belleplainemn.gov
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BELLE PLAINE FINANCE WAYS AND MEANS MEETING
LOCATION: BELLE PLAINE CITY HALL
218 N. MERIDIAN ST.
BELLE PLAINE, MN
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026
3:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
3.1. Finance Ways and Means Minutes of July 20, 2026.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1. Overview – Preliminary Budget.
5. NEXT MEETING.
1. TBD.
6. ADJOURN.
Agenda subject to change.
Information will be provided at the meeting.
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BELLE PLAINE FINANCE WAYS AND MEANS
AUGUST 6, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Finance Ways and Means Committee met at 3:02 PM on Thursday, August 6, 2026 in the council
chambers of City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Mayor Evans called the meeting to
order with Councilmember Hartmann, Theas, and Otto present. Councilmember Stacey was absent.
Also present were Finance Director Jirik, City Administrator Meyer, Public Works Superintendent Otto,
Fire Chief Otto and Police Sergeant Vycital.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
MOTION by Councilmember Hartmann, second by Councilmember Theas, to approve the Agenda as
presented. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES. 3.1. Finance Ways and Means Minutes of July 20, 2026.
MOTION by Councilmember Hartmann, second by Councilmember Theas, to approve the Finance Ways
and Means Minute of July 20, 2026. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1. Overview – Preliminary Budget.
Finance Director Jirik reviewed the Preliminary Budget noting the many unknown variables of fiscal
disparity and LGA. Jirik noted the Preliminary Budget shows a tax rate increase of 3.89% resulting on a
median valued home with no change in value a tax rate increase of $120.89. Jirik also noted for 1480
homes show a slight value decrease and 648 homes show a slight value increase. Jirik reviewed the
summary of changes proposed by department.
The Council held a lengthy discussion, items discussed …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 15:45
City Council
Belle Plaine City Council holds drone demonstration at Fire Department
The City Council is meeting for a drone demonstration at the Fire Department. No other business is listed on this agenda.
- Drone demonstration at Fire Department, 700 East Main Street, Belle Plaine
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✓ Decided: Council views drone demonstration, no decisions made
The Belle Plaine City Council met for a drone demonstration at the Fire Department. Police staff demonstrated the drone's capabilities and answered council questions. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational only.
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
Fire Department
700 East Main Street, Belle Plaine, MN
NOTICE OF MEETING
THURSDAY, AUGUST 6, 2026
3:45 PM
Or as soon thereafter
Council Drone Demonstration at the Fire Department
Meet at Fire Department
There may be a quorum of the Council present.
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APPROVED
BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL DRONE DEMONSTRATION
AUGUST 6, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. ROLL CALL.
The Belle Plaine City Council met for a Drone Demonstration on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:32 PM at
the Fire Department 700 East Main Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Councilmembers Brady Hartmann, Shane
Theas, Luke Otto and James Evans were present. Councilmember Rex Stacey was absent.
Also present were Police Sergeant Brian Vycital, Police Sergeant Sterling Cayer, and Police Officer
Hunter Eschenbach.
2. DRONE DEMONSTRATION.
Sergeant Cayer and Officer Eschenbach provided a demonstration of the drone's capabilities. Council
members had the opportunity to ask questions about the drone's functions, capabilities, and potential use
in various scenarios.
3. ADJOURN.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:18 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
Renee Eyrich
Recording Secretary
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 15:45
General
Fire Department, Belle Plaine
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider $1.95M tax-increment note for Brecken Place Townhomes II
The City Council will consider a resolution to issue a tax-increment revenue note not to exceed $1,950,000 for Brecken Place Townhomes II, LLC. Other items include applying for a Metropolitan Council planning grant, accepting a fire department donation, and approving a large assembly for the Butterfly Days Festival.
- Resolution 26-092: Issue tax-increment revenue note up to $1,950,000 for Brecken Place Townhomes II
- Resolution 26-093: Apply for Metropolitan Council planning grant for 2050 Comprehensive Plan update
- Resolution 26-094: Accept donation from Riverside Woodworks, LLC for the Fire Department
- Approve large assembly for Monarch Joint Venture's Butterfly Days Festival on August 22
- Pay Request No. 3 for McNamara Contracting (WWTF Access Road) and Wm. Mueller & Sons (2026 Improvement Project)
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✓ Decided: Council approves $861K in claims, TIF note, grant application
The Belle Plaine City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $1.95M tax increment revenue note for Brecken Place Townhomes II, a grant application for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan update, and a donation to the Fire Department. They also approved $861,246.39 in claims for the WWTF Access Road and 2026 Improvement projects. No public hearings were held, and no other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent agenda including Resolution 26-092 for $1.95M TIF note (unanimous)
- Authorized grant application for 2050 Comprehensive Plan update (unanimous)
- Approved large assembly for Butterfly Days Festival (unanimous)
- Accepted donation from Riverside Woodworks for Fire Department (unanimous)
- Approved claims totaling $861,246.39 (unanimous)
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
# Monday, August 3, 2026 – 6:00 PM
City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, Minnesota Please use the north entrance door
## 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
## 2. CALL TO ORDER.
Roll Call.
## 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
## 4. PUBLIC FORUM.
*Anyone wishing to address the Council must sign up before the meeting and then have a seat in the audience. The signup sheet is removed 5 minutes before the start of the meeting. Maximum of three (3) minutes per speaker. No official action will be taken.
## 5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA.
5.1. Regular Session Minutes of July 20, 2026.
5.2. Work Session Minute of July 20, 2026.
5.3. Resolution 26-092 Resolution Approving the Issuance of, and Providing the Form, Terms, Covenants, and Directions for the Issuance of Its Tax Increment Revenue Note, Series 2026, in an Aggregate Principal Amount not to Exceed $1,950,000. (Brecken Place Townhomes II, LLC).
5.4. Resolution 26-093 Authorizing Application for Planning Assistance Grant Funds from Metropolitan Council for 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update.
5.5. Approve Large Assembly for Monarch Joint Venture for Butterfly Days Festival on August 22, 2026.
5.6. Resolution 26-094 Accepting Donation from Riverside Woodworks, LLC. for the Fire Department.
## 6. DEPARTMENT REPORTS.
6.1. Public Works Department.
6.2. City Engineer Department.
6.3. Administration Department.
## 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
## 8. BUSINESS.
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 3, 2026
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Evans led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. CALL TO ORDER. 2.1. Roll Call.
The Belle Plaine City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the
council chambers of City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Mayor Evans called the
meeting to order with Councilmembers Brady Hartmann, Luke Otto, Rex Stacey and Shane Theas
present.
Also present were City Administrator Meyer, Finance Director Jirik, Community Development Director
Smith Strack, Public Works Superintendent Otto, City Engineer Duncan, City Attorney Vose and Police
Sergeant Vycital. Bonnie Vinkemeier served as the video recording operator.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
MOTION by Councilmember Hartmann, second by Councilmember Otto, to approve the Revised Agenda
as presented. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
4. PUBLIC FORUM.
* Anyone wishing to address the Council must sign up before the meeting and then have a seat in the
audience. The signup sheet is removed 5 minutes before the start of the meeting. Maximum of three (3)
minutes per speaker. No official action will be taken.
None.
5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA.
5.1. Regular Session Minutes of July 20, 2026.
5.2. Work Session Minute of July 20, 2026.
5.3. Resolution 26-092 Resolution Approving the Issuance of, and Providing the Form, Terms, Covenants,
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City Council
City Council to discuss streamlining development review and shelter repairs
The Belle Plaine City Council will hold a work session to discuss four items: concept plans from the school district, streamlining the development review process with multiple city boards, repairs needed at Prairie Park Shelter, and replacement of a Public Works lawn mower. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion: streamlining Development Review Process with City Council, EDA & Planning and Zoning
- Discussion: Prairie Park Shelter Repairs
- Discussion: Public Works Lawn Mower Replacement
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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to draft streamlined development review ordinance changes
The City Council, EDA, and Planning Commission held a joint work session to discuss school district concept plans and streamlining the development review process. The Council directed staff to prepare ordinance changes for common occurrences, including moving to one public hearing, minor variances, and lot combinations/splits. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motions were to approve the agenda and adjourn the meetings.
- Directed staff to draft ordinance changes for streamlining development review (one public hearing, minor variances, lot combo/splits)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Adjourned EDA meeting at 8:35 PM (motion carried)
- Adjourned Planning and Zoning meeting at 8:35 PM (motion carried)
- Adjourned Council work session at 9:04 PM (unanimous)
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218 North Meridian Street, P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Phone 952-873-5553 Fax 952-873-5509
www.belleplainemn.gov
BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
CITY HALL 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET, BELLE PLAINE, MINNESOTA
MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026
6:15 PM
WORK SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
3.1. School District Concept Plans.
3.2. Discussion: streamlining the Development Review Process with City
Council, EDA & Planning and Zoning.
3.3. Discussion: Prairie Park Shelter Repairs.
3.4. Discussion: Public Works Lawn Mower Replacement.
4. ADJOURN.
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
AUGUST 3, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. ROLL CALL.
A Work Session of the Belle Plaine City Council met on Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:19 PM in the council
chambers of City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Present were Mayor James Evans
and Councilmembers Brady Hartmann, Rex Stacey, Luke Otto and Shane Theas.
Also present were City Administrator Meyer, Community Development Director Smith Strack Public
Works Superintendent Otto, Police Sergeant Vycital, City Engineer Duncan and City Attorney Bob Vose.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
MOTION by Councilmember Hartmann, second by Councilmember Otto, to approve the Agenda as
presented. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
EDA President Duklet called the EDA Meeting to order at 6:20 PM with Commissioners Krant, Fahey and
Buck present.
Planning and Zoning President Romness called the Planning and Zoning Meeting to order at 6:20 PM
with Commissioners Crosby, Walsh, Duklet, Schmitz and Eggers present.
3. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
3.1. School District Concept Plans with City Council, EDA & Planning and Zoning.
Community Development Director Smith Strack introduced the subject and those in attendance.
Rich Rodich of Bray Architects and Jeremy Anderson of Design Tree Engineering presented the concept
plans for the upgrades at the school district facilities.
The Council, EDA and Planning Commissions had a lengthy conversation and asked questions of District
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Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:00
Design Committee
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider rezoning and contractor garages at Valley Business Park Fourth
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a home addition and the rezoning of a lot in Valley Business Park Fourth to allow for contractor storage garages. The body will also discuss the creation of a Tax Increment Financing District for the CVF Motorsports Inc. project.
- Rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth from I-C Industrial/Commercial to I-2 General Industrial District
- Conditional use permit and site plan for contractor storage garages at Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth
- Non-conformance expansion permit for a 780 square foot home addition at 614 Main Street West
- Resolution 26-088 approving ROSE Program Loan terms for NCS Holdings at 115 Main Street East
- Cooperative Construction Agreement for the TH 25/CSAH 3 Roundabout Project
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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning, CUP, and TIF for industrial development
The council approved a rezoning of Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth from I-C to I-2 General Industrial, a conditional use permit and site plan for contractor storage garages on the same lot, and consented to the creation of a Tax Increment Financing district for CVF Motorsports Inc. All votes were unanimous except for a 4-1 vote to authorize bids for the Prairie Park Shelter Renovation. The council also approved a non-conformance expansion permit for a home addition at 614 Main Street West and authorized a cooperative construction agreement for the TH 25/CSAH 3 roundabout project.
- Approved rezoning of Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth from I-C to I-2 General Industrial (unanimous)
- Approved conditional use permit and site plan for contractor storage garages at Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth (unanimous)
- Consented to TIF district creation for CVF Motorsports Inc. project (unanimous)
- Approved non-conformance expansion permit for home addition at 614 Main Street West (unanimous)
- Approved cooperative construction agreement for TH 25/CSAH 3 roundabout project (unanimous)
- Authorized advertisement for bids for Prairie Park Shelter Renovation (4-1)
- Approved application to Scott County Housing Trust Fund (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including staff changes, donations, fire department appointment, ROSE loan, and large assembly permit (unanimous)
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
Monday, July 20, 2026 – 6:00 PM
City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Please use the north entrance door
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
2. CALL TO ORDER.
2.1. Roll Call.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
4. PUBLIC FORUM.
*Anyone wishing to address the Council must sign up before the meeting and then have a seat in the
audience. The signup sheet is removed 5 minutes before the start of the meeting. Maximum of three (3)
minutes per speaker. No official action will be taken.
5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA.
5.1. Regular Session Minutes of June 15, 2026.
5.2. Work Session Minutes of June 15, 2026.
5.3. Resolution 26-081 Approving Staff Changes for the 2026 Aquatic Center Season.
5.4. Resolution 26-082 Accepting Donations for the 2026 Hook, Line and Heroes Youth Fishing Event.
5.5. Resolution 26-083 Appointing David Wetzel as members of the Belle Plaine Fire Department.
5.6. Resolution 26-088 Approving Terms of a ROSE Program Loan to NCS Holdings, 115 Main Street
East.
5.7. Approve Large Assembly Permit for Rooted Legacy Foundation for the 2nd Annual Buffalo Street Bash
on September 18, 19 and 20th, 2026 at Prairie Park.
6. DEPARTMENT REPORTS.
6.1. Community Services Department. (Report Only)
6.2. Ambulance Department. (Report Only)
6.3. Police Department.
6.4. Fire …
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 20, 2026
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Evans led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. CALL TO ORDER. 2.1. Roll Call.
The Belle Plaine City Council met in Regular Session on Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the council
chambers of City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Mayor Evans called the meeting to
order with Councilmembers Brady Hartmann, Rex Stacey, Shane Theas and Luke Otto present.
Also present were City Administrator Meyer, Community Development Director Smith Strack, Public
Works Superintendent Otto, City Engineer Duncan, City Attorney Vose, Finance Director Jirik, Police
Chief Stier and Fire Chief Otto. Bonnie Vinkemeier served as the video recording operator.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
MOTION by Councilmember Stacey, second by Councilmember Otto, to approve the Agenda as
presented. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
4. PUBLIC FORUM.
*Anyone wishing to address the Council must sign up before the meeting and then hav e a seat in the audience.
The signup sheet is removed 5 minutes before the start of the meeting. Maximum of three (3) minutes per speaker.
No official action will be taken.
Jeff Heine, spoke on concerns about e-scooters and e-bikes and suggested registration/licenses and a
database be set up for riders.
Dale Loudermilk, 205 W. State Street, noted he had three things, inquired where the Council is at on the
Minnesota Flag, noted the Mayor rode in …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Ways and Means Committee
Discussion of the Financial Management Plan
The Finance Ways and Means Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting. The committee will also discuss the city's Financial Management Plan.
- Approve agenda
- Approve Finance Ways and Means minutes of June 15, 2026
- Discuss Financial Management Plan
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BELLE PLAINE FINANCE WAYS AND MEANS MEETING
LOCATION: BELLE PLAINE CITY HALL
218 N. MERIDIAN ST.
BELLE PLAINE, MN
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
3:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
3.1. Finance Ways and Means Minutes of June 15, 2026.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1. Financial Management Plan.
5. NEXT MEETING.
1. TBD.
6. ADJOURN.
Agenda subject to change.
Information will be provided at the meeting.
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Council to discuss e-bikes and electric scooters on trails and sidewalks
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the use of e-bikes and electric scooters on sidewalks and trails. The body will also discuss employee breaks.
- Discussion regarding e-bikes and electric scooters on trails and sidewalks
- Discussion regarding employee breaks
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✓ Decided: Council discusses e-bikes, employee breaks; no formal action taken
The Belle Plaine City Council held a work session on July 20, 2026, with all members present. They discussed e-bikes and electric scooters on trails and sidewalks, reaching a consensus to continue education efforts for riders and adults. They also reviewed employee break procedures following a resident complaint. No formal decisions were made; the only votes were to approve the agenda and adjourn.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:14 PM (unanimous)
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
CITY HALL 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET, BELLE PLAINE, MINNESOTA
MONDAY, JULY 20, 2026
6:15 PM
WORK SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
3.1. Discussion: E-Bikes, Electric Scooters on Trails and Sidewalks.
3.2. Employee Breaks.
4. ADJOURN.
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
JULY 20, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. ROLL CALL.
A Work Session of the Belle Plaine City Council met on Monday, July 20, 2026 at 7:41 PM in the council
chambers of City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Present were Mayor James Evans
and Councilmembers Brady Hartmann, Rex Stacey, Luke Otto and Shane Theas.
Also present were City Administrator Meyer, Finance Director Jirik, Community Development Director
Smith Strack Public Works Superintendent Otto, and Police Chief Stier.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
MOTION by Councilmember Hartmann, second by Councilmember Otto, to approve the Agenda as
presented. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
3. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
3.1. Discussion: E-Bikes, Electric Scooters on Trails and Sidewalks.
The Council and staff held discussion on e-bikes, electric scooters and motorbikes.
The Council held a lengthy conversation.
It was the consensus of the Council to continue with education for riders and adults.
3.2. Employee Breaks.
City Administrator Meyer explained a resident complaint was received regarding employee breaks. Meyer
reviewed how employee breaks are handled by department. Meyer noted any and all complaints are
investigated.
4. ADJOURN.
MOTION by Councilmember Stacey, second by Councilmember Hartmann, to adjourn the meeting at
8:14 PM. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
Respectfully Submitted,
Renee Eyrich
Recording Secretary
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission considers rezoning and contractor garages at Valley Business Park Fourth
The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a non-conformance expansion and a rezoning request. The body will also consider a conditional use permit and site plan for contractor storage garages.
- Non-Conformance Expansion at 614 Main Street West (Resolution PZ 26-08)
- Rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth from I-C Industrial/Commercial to I-2 General Industrial District (Ordinance 26-04)
- Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for contractor storage garages at Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth (Resolution PZ 26-10)
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BELLE PLAINE PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
CITY HALL, 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET
PLEASE USE THE NORTH ENTRANCE
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
6:00 P.M.
6:00
P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
1. CALL TO ORDER.
1.1. Roll Call.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
5.1. Regular Session Minutes of June 8, 2026.
6:05
P.M.
4. RECOGNITION OF INVOLVED CITIZENS.
Persons may make statements to the Planning Commission pertaining to items not on the agenda.
Maximum of three (3) minutes per speaker. No official action will be taken.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
5.1. Non-Conformance Expansion – 614 Main Street West
5.1.1. Resolution PZ 26-08
5.2. Rezoning – Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth. The Planning Commission is to hold a
public hearing on Ordinance 26-04 An Ordinance Rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth,
Scott County, Minnesota from I-C Industrial/Commercial to I-2 General Industrial District
5.2.1. Resolution PZ 26-09 – Recommending the City Council Approve Ordinance 26-04 an
Ordinance Rezoning Lot 1, Block 1, Valley Business Park Fourth from I -C Industrial/Commercial
District to I-2 General Industrial District.
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA to review ROSE loan request for 115 Main Street East
The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss a ROSE loan request for a property at 115 Main Street East. The body will also review administrative reports and updates.
- ROSE Loan Request: 115 Main Street East
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✓ Decided: EDA approves ROSE loan for 115 Main Street East
The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority approved a ROSE loan request for 115 Main Street East, owned by Nick Schmitt. The motion passed unanimously. The board also received updates on a business survey, food truck discussion, and a joint council meeting scheduled for July 20th.
- Approved ROSE loan request at 115 Main Street East (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved June 8, 2026 regular session minutes (unanimous)
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BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
CITY HALL, 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET
PLEASE USE THE NORTH ENTRANCE
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
5:00 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
5:00
P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. Roll Call.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
3.1. Regular Session Minutes of June 8, 2026.
4. BUSINESS.
4.1. ROSE Loan Request: 115 Main Street East.
4.2. Updates.
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS.
5.1. Commissioner Comments.
5.2. Director’s Update.
5.3. Upcoming Meetings.
1. Regular Session, 5:00 pm, Monday, August 10, 2026.
7. ADJOURN.
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BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 13, 2026
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
President Duklet led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. Roll Call.
The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority met in Regular Session at 5:02 PM on Monday, July 8,
2026 at City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. President Duklet called the meeting to
order with Commissioners Krant, Buck, and Fahey present. Commissioner Stacey, Cox and Evans were
absent.
Also present was Community Development Director Smith Strack.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
MOTION by Commissioner Krant, second by Commissioner Fahey, to approve the Agenda as presented.
ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. 3.1. Regular Session Minutes of June 8, 2026.
MOTION by Commissioner Fahey, second by Commissioner Krant, to approve the Regular Session
Minutes of June 8, 2026. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
4. BUSINESS.
4.1. ROSE Loan Request: 115 Main Street East.
Community Development Director Smith Strack reviewed the request from Nick Schmitt owner and ROSE
Loan Request for 115 Main Street East.
A brief discussion was held.
MOTION by Commissioner Krant, second by Commissioner Fahey, to approve the ROSE Loan Request
at 115 Main Street East. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
4.2. Updates.
Community Development Director Smith Strack reviewed updates including: business survey results; food
truck discussion, and …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
Public Works Committee to discuss storm sewer and road projects
The Public Works Committee will review project updates for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Facility entrance, 2026 and 2027 improvement projects, and pavement maintenance. The meeting will also include a discussion on a storm sewer issue at Trinity Church.
- Discussion: Trinity Church/Church Street Storm Sewer
- Update: WWTF Entrance Project
- Update: 2026 Improvement Project
- Update: 2026 Pavement Maintenance Project
- Update: 2027 Improvement Project
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BELLE PLAINE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(Council Liaisons Rex Stacey and Luke Otto, Alternate James Evans)
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026
7:00 AM
1. CALL TO ORDER.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES.
3.1. Regular Session Minutes of June 10, 2026.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
4.1. Resident Concern.
4.2. Informational: Trinity Church/Church Street Storm Sewer.
4.3. Update: WWTF Entrance Project.
4.4. Update: 2026 Improvement Project.
4.5. Update: 2026 Pavement Maintenance Project.
4.6. Update: 2027 Improvement Project.
5. NEXT MEETING.
1. Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 7:00 am.
6. ADJOURN.
Agenda subject to change.
Information will be provided at the meeting.
Fri Jun 26, 2026 · 13:00
General
Economic Development Authority to hear from Ryan Companies executive
The Belle Plaine Economic Development Authority is holding a hybrid work session. The meeting features a guest presentation on developer requirements and industrial project fit for the community.
- Presentation by Maureen Michalski of Ryan Companies on industrial project site evaluation
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BELLE PLAINE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
NOTICE OF HYBRID WORK SESSION AND AGENDA
CITY HALL, 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET
PLEASE USE THE NORTH ENTRANCE
FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026
1:00 P.M.
1:00
P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
1.1. Roll Call.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. GUEST.
Maureen Michalski, Ryan Companies Regional Senior Vice President - North Region will be
attending the meeting virtually to talk about what developers look for in communities, the
types of industrial projects that may be a strong local fit, and the key factors developers
consider when evaluating potential sites.
4. ADJOURN.
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:00
General
Design Committee to review façade update for 115 Main Street East
The Belle Plaine Design Committee will meet to discuss a specific property update. The session includes a review of a façade update for 115 Main Street East presented by Nick Schmidt.
- Façade update for 115 Main Street East
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BELLE PLAINE DESIGN COMMITTEE
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
CITY HALL, 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET
PLEASE USE THE NORTH ENTRANCE
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
5:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
1.1. Roll Call.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
3.1. Regular Session Minutes of March 2, 2026
4. BUSINESS
4.1. Façade Update 115 Main Street East (Nick Schmidt)
5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
5.1. Commissioner Comments.
5.2. Upcoming Meetings.
1. Next Regular Meeting: As Needed
6. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
City Council to discuss Aquatic Center closing and Waste Water Treatment Facility
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several operational and planning items. The meeting includes discussions on facility dates, infrastructure, and community values for the 2050 Comp Plan.
- Aquatic Center closing date
- Waste Water Treatment Facility
- Food Trucks – Restaurants
- 2050 Comp Plan – Community Values
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✓ Decided: Council sets Aug. 30 closing date for Aquatic Center
The City Council held a work session and reached consensus on several items. They agreed to close the Aquatic Center for the season on Sunday, August 30th. They also directed staff to prepare an RFP for a Construction Manager at Risk for the Waste Water Treatment Facility project, and to move forward with stakeholder discussions on food trucks. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.
- Consensus to close Aquatic Center on Aug. 30
- Directed staff to prepare RFP for CMAR for wastewater facility
- Consensus to move forward with food truck stakeholder discussions
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NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
CITY HALL 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET, BELLE PLAINE, MINNESOTA
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
6:15 PM
WORK SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. ROLL CALL.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
3.1. Discussion: Aquatic Center Closing Date.
3.2. Discussion: Waste Water Treatment Facility.
3.3. Discussion: Food Trucks – Restaurants
3.4. 2050 Comp Plan – Community Values
4. ADJOURN.
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
JUNE 15, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER. 1.1. ROLL CALL.
A Work Session of the Belle Plaine City Council met on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 6:36 PM in the council
chambers of City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, MN. Present were Mayor James Evans
and Councilmembers Brady Hartmann, Rex Stacey, Luke Otto and Shane Theas.
Also present were City Administrator Meyer, Community Development Director Smith Strack Public
Works Superintendent Otto, Police Chief Stier, City Engineer Duncan and City Attorney Bob Vose.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
MOTION by Councilmember Otto, second by Councilmember Theas, to approve the Agenda as
presented. ALL VOTED AYE. MOTION CARRIED.
3. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
3.1. Discussion: Aquatic Center Closing Date.
City Administrator Meyer reviewed the Aquatic Center schedule and the chan ge to the start of the school
year.
The Council held a lengthy discussion. It was the consensus of the Council to close the Aquatic Center
for the season on Sunday, August 30th.
3.2. Discussion: Waste Water Treatment Facility.
City Administrator Meyer reviewed where the Waste Water Treatment Facility is at with Point Source
Implementation Grant Program (PSIG). City Administrator Duncan and Gunnar Kern reviewed the PSIG
funding and options for managing the project.
The Council held a lengthy discussion. It was the consensus of the Council to move forward with project
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 15:00
Finance Ways and Means Committee
Discussion of 2027 budget preparation
The Belle Plaine Finance Ways and Means Committee will discuss preparation of the city's 2027 budget. No decisions are listed; the agenda item is for discussion only. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, agenda approval, and minutes approval.
- Discussion of 2027 budget preparation
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BELLE PLAINE FINANCE WAYS AND MEANS MEETING
LOCATION: BELLE PLAINE CITY HALL
218 N. MERIDIAN ST.
BELLE PLAINE, MN
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
3:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
3.1. Finance Ways and Means Minutes of June 1, 2026.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS
4.1. Discussion: 2027 Budget Preparation.
5. NEXT MEETING.
1. TBD.
6. ADJOURN.
Agenda subject to change.
Information will be provided at the meeting.
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 17:00
Parks Commission
Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update – Community Values
The Parks Commission will review and discuss the Community Values section of the city's Comprehensive Plan update. No formal decisions are listed; the item is for discussion only. The meeting also includes routine reports and scheduling of the next regular session.
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update – Community Values
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NOTICE OF REGULAR SESSION AND AGENDA
CITY HALL, 218 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET
PLEASE USE THE NORTH ENTRANCE
Monday, June 15, 2026
5:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
1.1. Roll Call.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
3.1. Regular Session Minutes of May 18, 2026.
4. TREASURERS REPORT.
5. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
5.1. Comprehensive Plan Update – Community Values
6. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS.
6.1. Commissioner Comments.
6.2. Upcoming Meetings.
1. Next Regular Meeting (Tentative), 5:00 PM, Monday, August 17, 2026.
7. Adjourn.
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to authorize bids for Public Safety Facility renovation and expansion project
The Belle Plaine City Council will consider consent agenda items including resolutions on staff changes, absentee ballot board, donation acceptance, election judges, forfeiture vehicle use, and a liquor license. The main business items are a resolution to advertise for bids on the Public Safety Facility Renovation and Expansion Project and a resolution authorizing a preliminary report for the 2027 Improvement Project. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Resolution 26-079 authorizing advertisement for bids for the Belle Plaine Public Safety Facility Renovation and Expansion Project
- Resolution 26-080 authorizing a preliminary report for the proposed 2027 Improvement Project
- Resolution 26-077 rescinding Resolution 26-066 and authorizing use of a forfeiture vehicle for the Police Department
- Resolution 26-076 appointing election judges for the 2026 Primary and General Elections
- Temporary on-sale liquor license for Our Lady of the Prairie Church annual event on September 12, 2026
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BELLE PLAINE CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF REGULAR MEETING AND AGENDA
Monday, June 15, 2026 – 6:00 PM
City Hall, 218 North Meridian Street, Belle Plaine, Minnesota
Please use the north entrance door
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
2. CALL TO ORDER.
2.1. Roll Call.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
4. PUBLIC FORUM.
*Anyone wishing to address the Council must sign up before the meeting and then have a seat in the
audience. The signup sheet is removed 5 minutes before the start of the meeting. Maximum of three (3)
minutes per speaker. No official action will be taken.
5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA.
5.1. Regular Session Minutes of June 1, 2026.
5.2. Resolution 26-073 Approving Staff Changes for the 2026 Aquatic Center Season.
5.3. Resolution 26-074 Establishing 2026 Absentee Ballot Board.
5.4. Resolution 26-075 Accepting Donation from The Hair Loft for the 2026 Hook, Line and Heroes Youth
Fishing Event.
5.5. Resolution 26-076 Appointing Election Judges for the 2026 Primary and General Elections and Assist
with Absentee Voting.
5.6. Resolution 26-077 Rescinding Resolution 26-066 and Authorizing Use of Forfeiture Vehicle for the
Police Department.
5.7. Resolution 26-078 Authorize Ordering Part One of the Well Head Protection Plan Update.
5.8. Approve Temporary On Sale Liquor License for an Event on September 12, 2026 for Our Lady of the
Prairie Church at 200 E. Chur …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 07:00
Public Works Committee
Public Works Committee to discuss 2026 and 2027 infrastructure projects
The Public Works Committee will review updates on current pavement and improvement projects. The body will also discuss the 2027 Improvement Project and planned capital purchases for 2026 and 2027.
- WWTF Entrance Project update
- 2026 Improvement Project and Pavement Maintenance Project updates
- Roadway Ditch Maintenance
- Aquatic Center closing date discussion
- 2026 & 2027 PW Capital Planned Purchases
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City Hall Council Chambers, Belle Plaine
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218 North Meridian Street P.O. Box 129, Belle Plaine, Minnesota 56011 952-873-5553 Fax 952-873-5509
www.belleplainemn.gov
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
BELLE PLAINE PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
(Council Liaisons Rex Stacey and Luke Otto, Alternate James Evans)
NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026
7:00 AM
1. CALL TO ORDER.
2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES.
3.1. Regular Session Minutes of February 11, 2026.
4. DISCUSSION ITEMS.
4.1. Update: WWTF Entrance Project.
4.2. Update: 2026 Improvement Project.
4.3. Update: 2026 Pavement Maintenance Project.
4.4. Update: Garbage Cans along Trails.
4.5. Roadway Ditch Maintenance.
4.6. Discussion: Aquatic Center Closing Date.
4.7. Structural Inspection – Historical House.
4.8. 2027 Improvement Project.
4.9. 2026 & 2027 PW Capital Planned Purchases.
5. NEXT MEETING.
1. Wednesday, July 10, 2026 at 7:00 am.
6. ADJOURN.
Agenda subject to change.
Information will be provided at the meeting.
Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 85 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $2.1M | THE LUTHERAN HOME OF BELLE PLAINE Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NURSING HOME SERVICES |
| $1.4M | THE LUTHERAN HOME OF BELLE PLAINE Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NURSING HOME SERVICES |
| $778,571 | THE LUTHERAN HOME OF BELLE PLAINE Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: COMMUNITY NURSING HOME FY24 |
| $677,626 | THE LUTHERAN HOME OF BELLE PLAINE Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: COMMUNITY NURSING HOME FY23 |
| $119,330 | SPARETIME INVESTMENT GROUP INCORPORATED Department of Defense · 0001 GROUNDS IN075 BASE YEAR |
| $101,125 | SPARETIME INVESTMENT GROUP INCORPORATED Department of the Interior · CEBE - LAWN CARE SERVICE |
| $98,330 | SPARETIME INVESTMENT GROUP INCORPORATED Department of Defense · BY - MOWING - VT012 |
| $82,200 | SPARETIME INVESTMENT GROUP INCORPORATED Department of Defense · MRPO MOWING AND FERTILIZATION - BASE PLUS 3 YEARS |
| $71,523 | SPARETIME INVESTMENT GROUP INCORPORATED Department of Defense · BY - MOWING - MA048 |
| $71,365 | SPARETIME INVESTMENT GROUP INCORPORATED Department of Defense · BY - MOWING - NY060 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Scott County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Business establishments3,655 (60,419 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (56 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy9.6% (low numeracy 15% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$18.0M
Annual budget
$16.4M
Debt outstanding
132
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$18.0M
Spending$25.2M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load
Outstanding debt$16.4M
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.