Belle Plaine public meetings in 2023
22 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will decide on the 2024 final budget, capital improvement plan, and tax levy. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance for signs with dynamic displays.
- Resolution 23-176: Final Tax Levy Collectable in 2024 and 2024 Final Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
- Ordinance 23-10: Public hearing on amending City Code pertaining to signs with dynamic displays
- Resolution 23-177: City employee wages and salaries for 2024
- Resolution 23-182: Acceptance of $15,000 donation from Belle Plaine Friends of the Library
- Resolution 23-179: Authorization of a 2024 Water Efficiency Rebate Program
City Council
The City Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding Truth in Taxation. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.
- Public hearing on Truth in Taxation
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss Ordinance 23-09, which proposes changes to the city's fee schedule. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding personnel, permits, and donations for park updates.
- Ordinance 23-09 to amend the fee schedule for public works equipment, water and sewer utility, street lights, and administrative fees
- Resolution 23-173 to accept a $10,000.00 donation from the Belle Plaine Baseball Association for concrete updates at Tiger Park
- Resolution 23-174 to accept estimated $5,000.00 in labor donations from Countryside Concrete, Inc. for Tiger Park updates
- Resolution 23-172 to designate the polling location for 2024 elections
- Resolution 23-169 adopting a Safe and Sick Time Leave Policy
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to amend dwelling unit restrictions. The body is also considering a water and sewer utility rate study and approvals for the 2024 Improvement Project.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 23-08 regarding dwelling unit restrictions
- Resolution 23-161 supporting MnDOT funding for Enterprise Drive and Meridian Street roundabout conversion
- Resolution 23-167 accepting a $750.00 donation for Tiger Park signage
- Resolution 23-156 appointing Nicholas Erickson as a full-time police officer
- ROSE Program loans for 201 Main Street East and 117 Meridian Street North
City Council
The Belle Plaine City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 6, 2023, to consider consent agenda items, including approving minutes, a large assembly permit, and several resolutions related to the Jane Properties subdivision. Under business, the council will review a pay request, authorize final plans for Well No. 5, and vote on resolutions for bond sale, final plats, and fire department job descriptions. No public hearings are scheduled, but a call for a public hearing on 2024 fee changes is on the consent agenda.
- Resolution 23-153: Awarding sale of General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2023A
- Resolution 23-154: Approving Final Plat East Main Square
- Resolution 23-155: Approving Final Plat Gateway Parking Lot
- Resolution 23-152: Amendment to Interim Police Chief Services Agreement with Le Sueur
- Call for public hearing on proposed 2024 fee schedule changes
City Council
The City Council will hold multiple public hearings regarding a new apartment development, property tax abatements, and tree preservation ordinances. The body is also deciding on a fire ladder truck purchase and liability insurance limits.
- Public hearing for a 144-unit apartment development at Hickory Boulevard and Enterprise Drive
- Rezoning of Lot 1, Block 4 Buesgens Commercial Center from Industrial Commercial to Mixed Housing
- Tax abatement request for a 10,000 square foot commercial facility at Buesgens Commercial Center
- Resolution 23-144 establishing a $2,000,000 per occurrence liability insurance limit
- Resolution 23-136 accepting a $6,000 donation from the Chamber of Commerce and Festival and Events
City Council
The City Council will consider the 2024 preliminary budget, the preliminary tax levy, and a 5-year capital plan. The body is also reviewing a liquor license request for Ruby's Family Restaurant and an interim police chief services agreement with the City of Le Sueur.
- Resolution 23-117: Preliminary Tax Levy Collectable in 2024, 2024 Preliminary Budget, and 5-year Capital Plan
- Resolution 23-115: On sale and Sunday intoxicating liquor licenses for Ruby's Family Restaurant at 351 Enterprise Drive East
- Resolution 23-118: Interim Police Chief Services Agreement between the City of Le Sueur and the City of Belle Plaine
- Resolution 23-116: Downtown Plaza Electronic Sign Policy and associated fees
- Pay Request No. 6 to Ryan Contracting Co. for 2023 Street Improvement Project
City Council
The City Council approved a land-use change for 29 acres to allow for a 144-unit apartment development. The Council also approved the purchase of a license plate reading camera system and a partial alley vacation. Several housing-related loans and grants were approved via the consent agenda.
- Approved Resolution 23-105 to amend Comprehensive Plan for Hickory Grove (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-106A to vacate portion of East-West alley, Block 131 (4-1)
- Approved purchase of Flock Safety System (All Aye)
- Approved $20,000 additional for EDA Housing Revitalization Loan Program (All Aye)
- Approved ROSE Program Loan for Steve and Cara Cox (All Aye)
- Approved HRA grant revisions for Emerald Ash Borer tree replacement (All Aye)
- Approved Large Assembly Permit for Fire Relief Association Pancake Breakfast (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-109 regarding bond expenditure reimbursement (All Aye)
City Council
The City Council approved a purchase agreement for two parcels of land for $1,850,000.00 to eventually house the Police Department. Other actions included updating golf cart ordinances for disabled persons and approving fire relief benefits.
- Approved purchase agreement for two parcels for $1,850,000.00 (All Aye)
- Approved Ordinance 23-04 allowing disabled persons to operate motorized golf carts on city and county streets (All Aye)
- Approved $1,937,523.33 in reviewed claims (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 23-094 establishing 2023 Fire Relief annual benefit at $3,400.00 (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-095 to apply for a Point Source Implementation Grant for the WWTF Project (All Aye)
- Approved contractor request for concrete saw cutting outside of standard work hours (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-092 accepting planter donations from Chamber of Commerce (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-098 to advertise for a certified mechanic position (All Aye)
City Council
The City Council approved an interim ordinance pausing the operation of cannabis businesses to allow for study and regulation. The council also approved several administrative resolutions via a consent agenda, including a new animal control contract and a police department donation.
- Approved Ordinance 23-03 imposing a moratorium on cannabis businesses (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-090 for summary publication of the cannabis moratorium (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-087 for animal control contract with Critter Getters through 2026 (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-089 accepting $2,500 donation for Police Department from CenterPoint Energy (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-086 for special assessment of delinquent fire bills (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-085 for Aquatic Center staff changes (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-088 appointing Michael Sannes as full-time Public Works seasonal employee (All Aye)
City Council
The City Council will review several resolutions, including a request for state financial assistance for a new public safety facility and fire hall improvements. The body will also consider a $10,000 library donation and a fund transfer for a commercial sign and marketing grant program.
- Resolution 23-084: 2024 Capital Budget Request to the State of Minnesota for a New Public Safety Facility and Fire Hall improvements
- Resolution 23-083: Acceptance of $10,000.00 donation from Belle Plaine Friends of the Library
- Resolution 23-082: Transfer of funds from General Fund 101 to EDA Fund 801 for Commercial Sign and Marketing Grant Program
- Resolution 23-081: Appointment of Justin Fabel to Public Works II Employee
- Pay Request No. 3 to Ryan Contracting Co. for 2023 Improvement Project
The City Council approved a resolution to apply for state financial assistance for a new public safety facility and fire hall improvements. Other actions included approving city office closures for July 3 and authorizing over $500,000 in claims.
- Approved Resolution 23-084 to submit a 2024 Capital Budget Request to the State of Minnesota for a New Public Safety Facility and Fire Hall improvements (4-1)
- Approved $505,225.08 in claims, including Pay Request No. 3 for Ryan Contracting Co. (4-1)
- Approved closure of City Offices on Monday, July 3, 2023 (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-081 appointing Justin Fabel to Public Works II Employee (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-082 to transfer funds from General Fund 101 to EDA Fund 801 for Commercial Sign and Marketing Grant Program (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-083 to accept $10,000 donation from Belle Plaine Friends of the Library for Library Expansion fund (All Aye)
- Reached consensus to move forward with the library open access program
City Council
The City Council will discuss authorizing a design process contract and a new consent agenda policy. The body is also reviewing permits and licenses for Bar-B-Q Days and the official naming of three city parks.
- Resolution 23-079: Design contract for Wold Architects and Engineers for $591,550.00
- Official naming of Belle Gardens, Arrowwood Park, and Tower Park
- Large Assembly Permit and Road Closure for Bar-B-Q Days (July 14-16, 2023)
- Resolution 23-075: Joint Powers Agreement for Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force
- Resolution 23-080: ROSE Program Loan to Jennifer Shinehouse at 103 Main Street West
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding annual liquor license renewals and a non-residential subdivision request. The body will also consider resolutions for vehicle purchases and infrastructure funding requests.
- Public hearing and conditional approval of Preliminary Plat for Buesgens Commercial Center 2nd Addition
- Annual liquor license renewals for 2023/2024, including Woletz Holding Group LLC
- Resolution 23-072 to authorize purchase of a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado for Public Works
- Resolution 23-065 to temporarily waive driveway permit fees in 2023 Improvement Project Area
- Resolution 23-074 supporting MNDOT LLP funding request for Hwy 25 at Main Street
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the downtown water main. The body will consider a resolution regarding a change order for the 2023 improvement project.
- Resolution 23-064: Change Order No. 1 to the 2023 Downtown Water Main Improvement Project
The council approved Resolution 23-064 authorizing Change Order No. 1 to the 2023 Improvement Project in the amount of $1,000,450 for full replacement of severely corroded water main and curb boxes in the 200 block of North Meridian. Staff explained the corrosion was far beyond what would be expected for pipe installed 23 years ago, and that inaction would risk project integrity and cause emergency shut-offs. The cost will be covered by capital funds, including $600,000 budgeted in 2022 when no project was done, and will not affect water rates or cash flow.
- Approved Resolution 23-064 authorizing $1,000,450 change order for downtown water main replacement (5-0)
City Council
The Belle Plaine City Council will review several resolutions including a loan for a local business and the authorization of a church restoration project. The body is also deciding on public works staffing and the purchase of an emergency generator.
- Resolution 23-046: ROSE Program Loan to Pankonin Enterprises LLC at 104/106 Main Street East
- Resolution 23-054: Accepting bid for Episcopalian Church Restoration Project Phase II
- Resolution 23-051: Site Host Agreement for Xcel Energy Public Fast Charging Network EV Station
- Resolution 23-053: Purchase of an emergency generator from Midwest Electric and Generator, Inc.
- Resolution 23-052: Temporary waiver of plumbing permit fees for 2023 Downtown Project Area service lines
The City Council approved several infrastructure and administrative items, including the purchase of a mobile emergency generator and the second phase of the Episcopalian Church Restoration Project. The Council also accepted the 2022 Audit Report and approved a support letter to the Scott County Board of Commissioners.
- Approved purchase of emergency mobile generator from Midwest Electric and Generator, Inc for $72,855.60 (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 23-054 for Episcopalian Church Restoration Project Phase II (4-1)
- Approved claims in the amount of $366,956.28 (4-1)
- Accepted 2022 Audit Report and Management Letter (All Aye)
- Approved support letter to Scott County Board of Commissioners regarding Comprehensive Plan (All Aye)
- Approved ROSE Program Loan to Pankonin Enterprises LLC (All Aye)
- Approved Site Host Agreement for Xcel Energy public fast charging EV station (All Aye)
- Approved temporary waiver of plumbing permit fees for 2023 Downtown Project Area (All Aye)
City Council
The City Council will review the purchase of two police vehicles and the preliminary engineering report for the 2024 Improvement Project. The body is also considering ordinances regarding city code premises and special assessments for delinquent fire bills.
- Resolution 23-044: Purchase of a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for the Police Department
- Resolution 23-045: Purchase of a 2023 Dodge Charger for the Police Department
- Resolution 23-043: Accepting Preliminary Engineering Report for 2024 Improvement Project
- Ordinance 23-01: Amending City Code Chapter 3, Sections 307.01 and 307.06 regarding premises
- Resolution 23-041: Adopting Special Assessment for Delinquent Fire Bills
The Council accepted a preliminary engineering report for the 2024 Improvement Project on State Street and called for a public hearing. The city also authorized the purchase of two police vehicles and approved over $237,000 in claims.
- Approved Resolution 23-043 accepting the 2024 Improvement Project preliminary report (4-1)
- Approved $237,954.32 in reviewed claims, including Ryan Contracting Co. (4-1)
- Approved Resolution 23-044 to purchase a 2022 Chevrolet Tahoe for Police (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-045 to purchase a 2023 Dodge Charger for Police (All Aye)
- Approved Ordinance 23-01 amending City Code Premises and Resolution 23-040 (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-041 for special assessment of delinquent fire bills (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-042 re-appointing seasonal aquatic staff (All Aye)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding liquor license requests for the Belle Plaine Baseball Association. The body will also consider appointing new police and fire personnel and approving a billboard lease.
- Public hearing for On Sale 3.2 and On Sale Wine Licenses at 221 South Eagle Street
- Appointment of Bryan Mulvihill and Joe Theis as full-time police officers
- Appointment of Vincent Peterson to the Belle Plaine Fire Department
- Lease approval for The Lamar Companies for a billboard on Outlot A Chatfield Commercial Park First Addition
- Acceptance of a school bus donation from 4.0 School Services for public safety training
The City Council approved liquor licenses for the Belle Plaine Baseball Association at 221 South Eagle Street and reduced the 2022-2023 license fee to $75. The council also approved several personnel appointments and a billboard lease via a consent agenda.
- Approved liquor licenses for Belle Plaine Baseball Association at 221 South Eagle Street (All Aye)
- Approved reduction of 2022-2023 liquor license fee to $75.00 (All Aye)
- Approved $129,064.98 in reviewed claims (All Aye)
- Appointed Bryan Mulvihill and Joe Theis as full-time police officers (All Aye)
- Appointed Vincent Peterson to the Fire Department (All Aye)
- Approved billboard lease to The Lamar Companies for Outlot A Chatfield Commercial Park First Addition (All Aye)
- Accepted donation of a school bus for public safety training from 4.0 School Services (All Aye)
- Approved MnDOT Agency Agreement No. 1052089 for federal funds (All Aye)
City Council
The City Council will review a developers agreement and final plat for the Roex Second Addition. The body is also considering resolutions regarding a road overlay project and extended hours for the 2023 Downtown Improvement Project.
- Resolution 23-029 and 23-030: Developers Agreement and Final Plat for Roex Second Addition
- Resolution 23-028: Overlay Cooperative Agreement with Scott County for 2023 CSAH 3 Overlay Project
- Resolution 23-032: Acceptance of $2,100.00 grant from Minnesota Chiefs of Police Foundation
- Resolution 23-031: Extension of operating hours for the 2023 Downtown Improvement Project
- Amended Large Assembly Permit for St. Patrick’s Day to add a Mobile Food Unit
City Council
The City Council will hear a presentation on tax valuation and processes from the Scott County Assessor. The body is also considering several resolutions regarding municipal funding, staffing, and public safety policies.
- Purchase of a Silverado Truck for the Fire Department
- Resolution 23-024 approving ROSE Program Loan terms for 908 Main Street East
- Resolution 23-026 adopting the Fire Department Take Home Vehicle Policy
- Resolution 23-023 appointing Amber Noll as Office Assistant - Community Development
- Resolution 23-022 requesting advance of Municipal State Aid Funds for construction projects
City Council
The City Council will discuss the sale and use of tetrahydrocannabinol products and a facilities plan for wastewater treatment systems. The body is also considering authorizations for wastewater and street improvement projects.
- Ordinance 23-02 regarding the sale and use of Tetrahydrocannabinol Products
- Resolution 23-020 to receive and accept the Facility Plan for the WWTF
- Resolution 23-021 authorizing Bolton and Menk to proceed with the Waste Water Treatment Facility Project design phase
- Resolution 23-022 authorizing a preliminary report for the 2024 Street and Utility Improvement Project
- Temporary On Sale Liquor License for Our Lady of the Prairie Church at 200 E. Church Street
The City Council approved a $179,750 proposal for the design phase of the Wastewater Treatment Facility Project and accepted the facility plan. Council also authorized a preliminary report for a 2024 street and utility improvement project on State Street. Various administrative items, including a THC product ordinance and fire department appointments, were approved via consent agenda.
- Approved Resolution 22-021 authorizing Bolton and Menk to proceed with Wastewater Treatment Facility design phase for $179,750.00 (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-020 receiving and accepting the Facility Plan for the WWTF (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-022 authorizing a preliminary report for the 2024 Street and Utility Improvement Project on State Street (All Aye)
- Approved $285,605.11 in reviewed claims (All Aye)
- Approved Ordinance 23-02 regarding the sale and use of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) products (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-018 appointing Gerald Brekke, Michael Kobra and Austin Meschki to the Fire Department (All Aye)
- Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Our Lady of the Prairie Church for April 22, 2023 (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-015 accepting a $100.00 donation from the Tousignant Family (All Aye)
City Council
The City Council will consider a preliminary plat for a non-residential subdivision called Roex Second Addition. The body is also reviewing several resolutions regarding city financing, equipment purchases, and intergovernmental agreements.
- Public hearing and conditional approval of Preliminary Plat for Roex Second Addition
- Resolution 23-009: Tax Increment Revenue Note for Belle Court Apartments, Phase Two, not to exceed $473,700
- Purchase of a 2023 John Deere 1585 Lawnmower for Public Works
- Resolution 23-013: Authorization to seek bids for Episcopalian Church of the Transfiguration Preservation Project II
- Resolution 23-012: Joint Powers Agreement with the Minnesota Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC)
City Council
The City Council will review a joint resolution for the orderly annexation of land between the Town of Blakeley and the City of Belle Plaine. The meeting also includes several administrative resolutions regarding appointments and financial authorizations.
- Resolution 23-008: Joint Resolution for Orderly Annexation Between the Town of Blakeley and the City of Belle Plaine
- Resolution 23-005: Appointing Cynthia Smith Strack as Temporary Acting City Administrator
- Resolution 23-004: Intent to reimburse expenditures from bond proceeds
- Resolution 23-006: Authorizing the 34th Annual Recycle/Clean Up Day for September 9, 2023
- Resolution 22-007: Authorizing financial transaction signatories
The City Council approved nearly $3 million in claims and a joint resolution for orderly annexation with the Town of Blakeley. The council also appointed the Jordan Independent as the temporary official newspaper and confirmed several administrative appointments.
- Approved reviewed claims totaling $2,953,594.15 (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-008 for orderly annexation with the Town of Blakeley (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-001 appointing Jordan Independent as temporary official newspaper (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-002 adopting committee appointments (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-003 for retiree monthly insurance benefit (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-004 regarding reimbursement of bond proceeds (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-005 appointing Cynthia Smith Strack as Temporary Acting City Administrator (All Aye)
- Approved Resolution 23-006 for 34th Annual Recycle/Clean Up Day on Sept 9, 2023 (All Aye)