Faribault, MN
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FaribaultMN averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $303,037 +2% yr/yr · +21.3% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (23)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Airport Board
- B. Smith
- C. Hooper
- P. Johnson
- S. Bruch
- T. Waarvik
- M. Brown
- B. Paczosa
- B. Redman
Who’s on the General
- B. Paczosa
- B. Smith
- C. Hooper
- M. Brown
- P. Johnson
- S. Bruch
- T. Waarvik
Who’s on the Parks and Recreation Board
- Chad Kreager
- Chuck Thiele
- Lola Brand
- Mike Ross
- Sally Kramer
- Troy Temple
- Whitney Huberty
- Kameron Gustafson
Municipal budget
Total revenue$40.7M (FY2023)
Total spending$39.4M (FY2023)
Taxes$11.8M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$25.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,614 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202525 housing units ($6.6M)
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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold hearing on data center zoning
The Planning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning text amendment. The body will consider changes to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) concerning data centers and intensive uses.
- Public hearing on Ordinance 2026-XX: Zoning Text Amendment to the UDO for Data Centers and Intensive Uses
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes from September 21, 2026
3. Public Hearings
A.
Ordinance 2026-XX Approve a Zoning Text Amendment to the UDO for Data Centers
and Intensive Uses
4. Requests to be Heard - NONE
5. Items for Discussion - NONE
6. Routine Business - NONE
7. Board & Commissions Updates & Reports
8. Adjournment
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Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Faribault City Council Work Session canceled
The City Council Work Session scheduled for November 4, 2026, was canceled. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
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City Council Work Session
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Public Meeting Room
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
3. Future Discussion
4. Adjournment
(The Council may meet as a group for dinner)
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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to discuss removing barriers to housing development
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the Greater Minnesota Housing Fund. The meeting focuses on removing barriers to housing development.
- Discussion on Removing Barriers to Housing Development - Greater Minnesota Housing Fund
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City Council Work Session
Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Great Hall - 11 Division Street E
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
A. Removing Barriers to Housing Development - Greater Minnesota Housing Fund
3. Future Discussion
4. Adjournment
(The Council may meet as a group for dinner)
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Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 18:00
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Work Session
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Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Heritage Preservation Commission
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Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Authority
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Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
Environmental Committee
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Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
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Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
Heritage Preservation Commission
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Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Authority
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Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Work Session
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Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Planning Commission
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Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission Work Session
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Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Planning Commission Work Session
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Recent meetings
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 17:00
Parks and Recreation Board
Parks and Recreation Board to discuss budget and park amenity costs
The Park & Recreation Advisory Board will meet to review the Director's report. Discussion items include the budget process, future projects, and responses to park amenity cost estimates.
- Budget process discussion
- Response to Request for Park Amenity Cost Estimates
- Future projects report
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PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA
COMMUNITY CENTER-
PETERSON ROOM
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER
28, 2026
5:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. Presentation
4. Director's Report
A.
Future projects
B.
Budget process
C.
Response to Request for Park Amenity Cost Estimates
5. Requests to be Heard
6. Old Business
7. New Business
8. Other
9. Next Meeting Date:
A.
Upcoming meeting in November and December
10. Adjournment
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:05
City Council
Faribault City Council to discuss 2027 budget and water rate increases
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2027 budget, including fee schedules and water rates. The body will also review a contract recommendation for Rebound Townhomes and a presentation on Partners in Energy work.
- Economic Development Authority recommendation on contract for Rebound Townhomes
- Discussion on 2027 Water Rate Increase
- Review of 2027 Fee Schedule
- Charter Commission action regarding Section 3.05 procedure on ordinances
- Discussion on credit card and electronic payment fees
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City Council Work Session
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 6:05 PM or
Immediately Following the City Council Meeting
Public Meeting Room
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
A. Presentation of Faribault's Partners in Energy Work
B. Economic Development Authority Recommendation on Contract for Private
Development - Rebound Townhomes
C. Charter Commission Action - Section 3.05. – Procedure on ordinances
D. 2027 Budget Discussion
1.
Returning Item - Credit Card / Electronic Payment Fees
2.
Returning Item - Water Rate Increase
3.
Franchise Fees
4.
2027 Fee Schedule
3. Future Discussion
4. Adjournment
(The Council may meet as a group for dinner)
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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to consider Calvary Hill Commons development agreement
The City Council will review several resolutions including budget amendments and special assessments for delinquent accounts. The body will also discuss the creation of a Facility Manager position.
- Resolution 2026-318: Execution of Calvary Hill Commons Development Agreement
- Resolution 2026-302 and 2026-319: Special assessments for delinquent water, sewer, storm water, and miscellaneous accounts
- Resolution 2026-316: Amendment to the Official Downtown Parking Restrictions Map
- Resolution 2026-313: Approval of Facility Manager position and hiring authorization
- Resolution 2026-320: Consent Assessment Agreement for 2026 City Wide Tree Removal Projects
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/Roll Call/Pledge of Allegiance
2. Approve Agenda
3. Presentations/Introductions
A. Swear in new Full-Time Firefighters
B. Recognition of Values In Action Honorees
4. Approve Minutes of October 13, 2026 City Council Meeting
A. Minutes of October 13, 2026 City Council Meeting
5. Requests to be Heard
6. Consent Agenda
A. Claims List
B. Receive Board and Commission Meeting Minutes
C. September Financial Report
D. Resolution 2026-302 Levying Special Assessments for Delinquent Water, Sewer, and Storm
Water Accounts
E. Resolution 2026-312 Amend the 2026 Adopted Budget for Debt Service Transfer
F. Resolution 2026-314 Approve Moving Newly Promoted 56-Hour Shift Firefighter from a
Temporary 40-Hour Shift back to a 56-Hour Shift
G. Resolution 2026-315 Authorize the Fire Department to Accept Grant from Southeast
Minnesota EMS
H. Resolution 2026-316 Amend Official Downtown Parking Restrictions Map
I.
Resolution 2026-318 Authorize Execution of Calvary Hill Commons Development Agreement
J. Resolution 2026-319 Levying Special Assessments for Miscellaneous Delinquent
Receivable Accounts
K. Resolution 2026-320 Approve Consent Assessment Agreement for 2026 City Wide Tree
Removal Projects - Contract 2026-17
L. Resolution 2026-321 Approve Board and …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
Environmental Committee
Environmental Commission to discuss data center ordinance recommendation
The Environmental Commission will meet to discuss a recommendation regarding a data center ordinance. The body will also discuss the Tree Board and Environmental Commission.
- Data Center Ordinance Recommendation ENV Resolution #ENV2026-05
- Discussion regarding Tree Board and Environmental Commission
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✓ Decided: The Environmental Commission held a meeting on October 26, 2026.
The Environmental Commission met to discuss a data center ordinance recommendation and the relationship between the Tree Board and the commission. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.
- Agenda for October 26, 2026 approved
- Minutes from September 28, 2026 approved
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA
3RD FLOOR CONFERENCE
ROOM
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of the Monday, October 26, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda
3. Approval of the Monday, September 28, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Items for Discussion
A.
Data Center Ordinance Recommendation ENV Resolution #ENV2026-05
B.
Tree Board and Environmental Commission
5. Routine Business
A.
Commissioner Reports and Updates
6. Adjournment
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MINUTES
3RD FLOOR
CONFERENCE ROOM
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2026
6:00 PM
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Meeting Items
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of the Monday, October 26, 2026 Regular Meeting Agenda
3. Approval of the Monday, September 28, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Items for Discussion
A. Data Center Ordinance Recommendation ENV Resolution #ENV2026-05
B. Tree Board and Environmental Commission
5. Routine Business
A. Commissioner Reports and Updates
6. Adjournment
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 18:00
Library Board
Library Advisory Board to hold strategic planning workshop
The Library Advisory Board is meeting for a strategic planning workshop. The session will be led by consultant Nick Dimassis.
- Strategic Planning Workshop led by Nick Dimassis
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LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA
THE GREAT HALL
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26,
2026
6:00 PM
Strategic Planning
1. The board will meet on October 26, 2026, from 6-8 pm in the Great Hall (second floor) for
the Strategic Planning Workshop led by Library Stategies Consultant Nick Dimassis.
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA discusses new TIF district for Rebound Townhomes
The Economic Development Authority is discussing several resolutions, including a recommendation to the City Council to establish Tax Increment Financing District No. 22. The body will also review 2027 draft budgets and a loan amendment for Lester Properties LLC.
- Resolution 2026-13: Recommendation to establish TIF District No. 22 for Rebound Townhomes
- Resolution 2026-16: Amendment to the loan with Lester Properties LLC
- Resolution 2026-15: Amendment to the 2026 EDA Operations Fund budget
- Resolution 2026-14: Transfer and payment of legal expenses for closed escrow accounts
- 2027 Main Street Proposal
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA
PUBLIC MEETING ROOM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22,
2026
7:00 AM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. Routine Business: Agenda items below are approved by one motion unless an EDA member
requests separate action.
A.
Monthly Loan Status Report
B.
Permit Activity Update Report
C.
Budget Status Report - See Resolution 2026-16
4. Public Hearings
5. Items for Discussion
A.
Resolution 2026-13 Recommending the City Council modify Development District No.
1, establish Tax Increment Financing District No. 22: Rebound Townhomes (a
Redevelopment District), adopt a modification to the Development Program, and adopt
the Tax Increment Financing Plan therefor.
B.
Resolution 2026-14 Approve Transfer and Payment of Legal Expenses for Closed
Escrow Accounts
C.
Resolution 2026-16 Approve An Amendment to the Loan With Lester Properties LLC
D.
2027 Main Street Proposal
E.
Resolution 2026-15 Amend the 2026 Adopted Budget For the Economic Development
Authority Operations Fund
F.
2027 EDA Operations Fund (250) and Revolving Fund (251) Draft Budget
G.
2027 Draft Budgets - Other EDA Funds
H.
Economic Development Updates and Future Meeting Items
6. Adjournment
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 18:00
General
Faribault Charter Commission to elect officers and discuss ordinance procedures
The Charter Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members will discuss ordinance procedures and the creation of the 2026 Annual Report. The body will also note five membership terms expiring at the end of 2026.
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
- Discussion of Section 3.05 regarding procedure on ordinances
- Review and creation of the 2026 Annual Report
- Discussion of five membership terms expiring end of 2026
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CHARTER COMMISSION AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Approve Agenda
3. Approval of the Minutes
4. Election of Officers
A.
Chair
B.
Vice Chair
C.
Secretary
5. General Discussion Items/Future Agenda Topics
A.
Section 3.05. – Procedure on ordinances.
B.
Membership (5 terms expiring end of 2026)
Kymn Anderson
Dan Behrens
John Jasinski
Pat Rice
Dave Miller
6. Review/Creation of 2026 Annual Report
7. Next Meeting Date:
8. Adjournment
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 07:30
Airport Board
Faribault Airport Advisory Board to discuss project and helipad updates
The Airport Advisory Board will meet to review the Airport Manager's update. The board will discuss project updates, inspections, and a helipad update.
- Project update
- Inspections
- Helipad update
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✓ Decided: Faribault Airport Advisory Board approved August 19, 2026 minutes.
The Airport Advisory Board met and approved the minutes from their August 19, 2026 meeting. They also received updates from staff regarding ongoing airport maintenance, contractor punchlist items, hangar inspections, and discussions concerning a helipad.
- Approved minutes of the August 19, 2026 meeting
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AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA
AIRPORT MEETING ROOM
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER
21, 2026
7:30 AM
Call to Order/Approve Agenda
Approval of the Minutes: September 16, 2026
Airport Manager Update
Other
1. Project Update
2. Inspections
3. Helipad Update
Next Meeting Date: November 18, 2026
Adjournment
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AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
September 16, 2026
7:30 a.m.
Airport Meeting Room
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1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by T. Waarvik at 7:30 a.m.
Members present: S. Bruch, C. Hooper, T. Waarvik, P. Johnson, B. Smith, B. Redman
Airport Staff present: S. Dahl
Staff present: T. Block. D. Radtke
Other Members present: N. Halvorson
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of August 19, 2026, were submitted for approval. A motion was made by
P. Johnson, seconded by S. Bruch for approval. Motion carried.
3. AIRPORT MANAGER UPDATE
Sawyer mention the contractor hydro seeded. Still waiting on the hurricane pins, painting and tie
downs to be completed.
4. OTHER
A. T. Block mentioned he is waiting on a schedule from the contractor to finalize punchlist items.
B. T. Block stated he has had discussions with all parties involved about the issues with North
Memorial. The owner of the hangar is interested in reengaging with the team about a possible
helipad.
C. T. Block mentioned hangar inspections will begin at the end of the month with anticipation of
completing end of October.
5. NEXT AIRPORT BOARD MEETING: October 21, 2026
6. ADJOURN: T. Waarvik adjourned the meeting at 8:30 a.m.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
Heritage Preservation Commission
Heritage Preservation Commission to discuss 2027 awards and FORUM conference
The Heritage Preservation Commission will meet to conduct design reviews and discuss city staff follow-up from the FORUM conference. The body will also discuss the 2027 HPC Awards.
- Design reviews
- City staff follow-up from FORUM conference
- 2027 HPC Awards
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA
3RD FLOOR CONFERENCE
ROOM
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER
21, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. General Heritage Preservation Items
A.
Citizen Comment Period
4. Design Reviews
5. Items for Discussion
A.
City Staff Follow-Up From FORUM Conference
B.
2027 HPC Awards
6. Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Faribault Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 19, 2026
The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or discussion items are listed.
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. Public Hearings
4. Requests to be Heard
5. Items for Discussion
6. Routine Business
7. Board & Commissions Updates & Reports
8. Adjournment
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Work Session
Planning Commission to discuss data center performance standards
The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss performance standards for data centers. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of Data Center Performance Standards
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Planning Commission Work Session
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Public Meeting Room
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
A. Data Center Performance Standards
3. Routine Business
4. Future Discussion
5. Adjournment
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Authority
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:10
City Council
City Council to review proposed tax levy reductions
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss proposed reductions to the tax levy. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Review of proposed tax levy reductions
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City Council Work Session
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Council Chambers
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
A. Review Proposed Tax Levy Reductions
3. Future Discussion
4. Adjournment
(The Council may meet as a group for dinner)
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider tax abatement for Fareway Meat and Grocery redevelopment
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding tax abatements for Fareway Meat and Grocery and special assessments for street reconstruction. The body is also reviewing several police labor agreements and budget amendments for street improvements and TIF funds.
- Tax abatement and private development contract for Fareway Meat and Grocery at 430 2nd Avenue NW
- Special assessments for 2025 Miscellaneous Street Reconstruction at Amber Court
- Development agreements for Bagley Addition and Larson Properties Addition
- Collective Bargaining Agreements and MOUs for LELS Police Sergeants and Patrol Officers
- Bids for Westwood Drive Stormwater Treatment Structure Contract 2026-15
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/Roll Call/Pledge of Allegiance
2. Approve Agenda
3. Presentations/Introductions – None
4. Approve minutes of September 22, 2026
A. Minutes of September 22, 2026
5. Requests to be Heard
6. Consent Agenda
A. Claims List
B. Receive Board and Commission Meeting Minutes
C. Approve LG220 Application for Exempt Permit for Catholic United Financial 13SS
Lawrence/Anna
D. Approve LG240B Application to Conduct Excluded Bingo for Women of the Moose Faribault
Chapter 1476
E. Approve LG240B Application to Conduct Excluded Bing for Divine Mercy Catholic Church
F. Resolution 2026-266 Approve MOU LELS Police Sergeants HCSP 2027-2028
G. Resolution 2026-292 Amend the 2026 Adopted Budget for Fund 401 - Street Improvements
H. Resolution 2026-293 Accept Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety
Grant Award
I.
Resolution 2026-294 Approve Budget Adjustment for Police Equipment
J. Resolution 2026-295 Amend the 2026 Adopted Budget for TIF Funds
K. Resolution 2026-297 Authorize Execution of BAGLEY ADDITION Development Agreement
L. Resolution 2026-298 Authorize Execution of Larson Properties Addition Development
Agreement
M. Resolution 2026-299 Approve LELS Police Sergeants CBA 2027
N. Resolution 2026-300 Approve LELS Patrol Officer CBA 20 …
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Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
HRA to discuss budget amendments and contract extension
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will review financial and property reports. The body is discussing a contract extension with Three Rivers Community Action and amendments to the 2026 HRA Operating Fund budget.
- Resolution 2026-28: Extension of contract with Three Rivers Community Action
- Resolution 2026-29: Amendment to the adopted 2026 HRA Operating Fund budget
- 2027 Draft Operating Fund Work Plan
- August 2026 Scattered Sites Financial Report
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HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA
3RD FLOOR CONFERENCE
ROOM
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2.
Approve Agenda
3. Approval of the Minutes
4. Program Reports
5. Property Reports
A.
August 2026 Scattered Sites Financial Report
B.
August 2026 Scattered Sites Updates
C.
Rice County HRA- Housing Assistance Process
6. Public Hearings-None
7. Items for Discussion
A. Resolution 2026-28 Approve Extension of Contract with Three Rivers Community
Action
B.
Resolution 2026-29 Amend The Adopted 2026 Budget for the HRA Operating Fund
C.
2027 Draft Operating Fund Work Plan
D.
Verbal Update
8. Adjournment
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
Library Board
Library Board to review 3D printing policy and 2027 budget
The Library Advisory Board will discuss the 2027 budget updates regarding funding from Rice County and the City of Faribault. The board is also reviewing recommended changes to the 3D Printing Policy and receiving reports from the SMIF Foundation and SELCO.
- Review of recommended changes to the 3D Printing Policy
- 2027 Budget Update regarding Rice County and City of Faribault funding
- SMIF Foundation report and representation discussion
- SELCO Board Report
- Strategic Planning Update
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|||LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA|
|---|---|---|
||THE GREAT HALL|MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026 6:00 PM|
||Call to Order/Approve Agenda||
||Approval of the Minutes||
|1.||Approval of the Minutes of the August 10, 2026 meeting|
|2.|Requests to be Heard Director's Report Teen Advisory Board Report SELCO Report|Notes from the Monday, September 14, 2026 Unofficial Library Advisory Board Meeting|
|1.|A.|SMIF (formerly SELCO) Foundation Report Discussion about representation to the SMIF Foundation|
|2.|SELCO Board Report||
||Other||
|1.|Policy Review:|3D Printing Policy. Please see attached for recommended changes|
|2.|2027 Budget Update • Rice County Funding • City of Faribault||
|3.|Strategic Planning Update • Dimassis Next Meeting Date:|The board will meet on October 26, 2026, from 6-8 pm in the Great Hall (second floor) for the Strategic Planning Workshop led by Library Strategies Consultant Nick|
|1.|(second floor) Adjournment|The next regular meeting date will be Monday, November 9, 2026, at 6 pm in the Great Hall|
HONESTY ▪ RESPECT ▪ DEDICATED ▪ VISIONARY ▪ ACCOUNTABILITY
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Faribault council weighs 2027 budget, water fee changes and land trust funding request
The Faribault City Council holds a work session on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Public Meeting Room. The agenda lists discussion items only, with no votes scheduled: a funding request from the Rice County Community Land Trust, an update on the 7th Street NW feasibility report, and 2027 budget discussion covering Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds and several city funds. Budget topics include Fund 401 (Street Improvement), Fund 601 (Water) with additional water fee schedule changes, Fund 602 (Water Reclamation), and Fund 603 (Stormwater).
- Funding request from the Rice County Community Land Trust
- 7th Street NW Feasibility Report update
- 2027 budget discussion: Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds
- Fund 601 - Water Fund, including additional water fee schedule changes
- Fund 401 Street Improvement, Fund 602 Water Reclamation, and Fund 603 Stormwater funds
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City Council Work Session
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Public Meeting Room
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
A. Request for Funding - Rice County Community Land Trust
B. 7th Street NW Feasibility Report Update
C. 2027 Budget Discussion
1.
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Funds
2.
Fund 401 - Street Improvement Fund
3.
Fund 601 - Water Fund
A. Additional Water Fee Schedule Changes
4.
Fund 602 - Water Reclamation Fund (Sewer Collections and Water Reclamation
Facility)
5.
Fund 603 - Stormwater Fund
3. Future Discussion
4. Adjournment
(The Council may meet as a group for dinner)
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:05
Planning Commission
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Faribault Planning Commission to discuss data center performance standards
The Faribault Planning Commission holds a work session on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Public Meeting Room. The only substantive discussion item listed is data center performance standards, including Environmental Commission recommendations and a resolution. Routine business and future discussion are listed without details, and no votes or decisions are scheduled in the agenda text.
- Discussion of data center performance standards
- Environmental Commission recommendations and resolution on data centers
- Work session format — no public hearings or action items listed
- Routine business listed with no items specified
- Future discussion listed with no items specified
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Planning Commission Work Session
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Public Meeting Room
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
A. Data Center Performance Standards
1.
Environmental Commission Recommendations and Resolution
3. Routine Business
4. Future Discussion
5. Adjournment
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Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
Environmental Committee
Faribault County Environmental Commission to discuss data center standards and EV charging grants
The Faribault County Environmental Commission meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the 3rd Floor Conference Room. The agenda lists two discussion items: data center development standards and the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Grant Round 3a. The remaining agenda is routine — approving the agenda and prior minutes, commissioner reports, and adjournment. No votes, dollar amounts, or specific proposals are detailed in the agenda text.
- Discussion: Data Center Development Standards
- Discussion: National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Grant Round 3a
- Approval of meeting minutes
- Commissioner reports and updates
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ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA
3RD FLOOR CONFERENCE
ROOM
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approve the Monday, September 28, 2026 Meeting Agenda
3. Approval of the Meeting Minutes
4. Items for Discussion
A.
Data Center Development Standards
B.
National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Grant Round 3a
5. Routine Business
A.
Commissioner Reports and Updates
6. Adjournment
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 17:00
Parks and Recreation Board
Parks board meets; summer program presentation on agenda
The Faribault County Park and Recreation Advisory Board is holding a routine meeting with standard agenda items: approving the agenda and minutes, a director's report, and a presentation on summer activities. No specific decisions, contracts, or policy changes are listed on the agenda.
- Presentation of Summer activities
- Director's Report
- Approval of minutes and agenda
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✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Board reviews summer 2026 aquatic and sports data
The board received reports on summer 2026 revenue, expenses, and attendance for aquatics, adult sports, and youth programs. Staff discussed budget-saving measures, including staffing reductions and donations. No new business or policy decisions were made.
- Approved August 26, 2026, meeting minutes
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PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA
BUCKHAM WEST
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER
23, 2026
5:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. Director's Report
4. Presentation
A. Presentation of Summer
5. Requests to be Heard
6. Old Business
7. New Business
8. Other
9. Next Meeting Date:
10. Adjournment
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FARIBAULT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 23, 2026
MEMBERS PRESENT: Sally Kramer, Mike Ross, Chuck Thiele, Troy Temple, Chad Kreager and Kameron
Gustafson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Lola Brand and Whitney Huberty
STAFF PRESENT: Kevin O’Brien, Recreation Superintendent, Jill Strodtman, Youth Recreation
Coordinator, Devin Pewowaruk, Adult Recreation Coordinator and Sue Johnson, Admin Coordinator for
Parks and Rec.
STAFF ABSENT: Rochelle Anderholm- Parsch, Parks and Recreation Director, and Keith Walker, Parks
Superintendent
1. Call to Order/Approve Agenda
Troy Temple called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. The agenda was approved.
2. Approval of the Minutes
Mike Ross moved to approve the minutes from the August 26, 2026, meeting. Chuck Thiele seconded
the motion. Motion passed.
3. Director’s Report
No director’s report at this time.
4. Presentations
A. Kevin O’Brien presented a summary of the Aquatics numbers, revenue and expenses for the
Indoor Pool, Family Aquatic Center and enrichment classes from the summer of 2026. The
presentation was shared with all meeting attendees. Kevin made note that the Indoor Pool
numbers, for 2026, are still coming in and we were $5,000 short of our revenue goal.
Question: Can you explain how there were a savings of $45,000?
Answer: To help with the budget, we have implemented a new staffing model. We went from 10 staff
down to 7 with shifts ending at 5:00 p.m. Additionally, we had a …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider TIF for Rebound Townhomes, sewer work, liquor license
The Faribault City Council will hold public hearings on tax increment financing for Rebound Townhomes and on sanitary sewer improvements for Riverside Court, and will consider approving a new off-sale liquor license for Mata Pita Inc. The consent agenda includes several resolutions, such as street closures, bond redemption, budget amendments, and appointment of election judges.
- Public hearing on Rebound Townhomes TIF items
- Resolution 2026-286: Order improvements for 2026 Riverside Court Sanitary Sewer Improvements (Contract 2026-13)
- Resolution 2026-281: Approve new off-sale liquor license for Mata Pita Inc.
- Resolution 2026-280: Redeem General Obligation Improvement and Crossover Refunding Bonds, Series 2015A
- Resolution 2026-288: Approve consent assessment agreements for 2026 City Wide Tree Removal Project (Contract 2026-17)
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/Roll Call/Pledge of Allegiance
2. Approve Agenda
3. Presentations/Introductions – None
4. Approve minutes of the September 8, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
A. Minutes of the September 8, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes
5. Requests to be Heard
6. Consent Agenda
A. Claims List
B. Approve Hangar Rental Agreement
C. August 2026 Financial Report
D. Receive Board and Commission Meeting Minutes
E. Approve LG240B Application to Conduct Excluded Bingo for American Legion Auxcillary
Unit 43
F. Resolution 2026-266 Approve MOU LELS Police Sergeants HCSP 2027-2028
G. Resolution 2026-277 Approve Street Closure from 1st Ave NW to Central Ave.
H. Resolution 2026-278 Approve Street Closure for Central Ave. from 2nd Street NW to 4th
Street NW.
I.
Resolution 2026-279 Authorize Execution of BAGLEY ADDITION Early Start Agreement
J. Resolution 2026-280 Calling for the Redemption of the Outstanding General Obligation
Improvement and Crossover Refunding Bonds, Series 2015A
K. Resolution 2026-284 Appointing Election Judges for the 2026 General Elections
L. Resolution 2026-285 Amend the 2026 Adopted Budget To Close Fund 704 – Workers
Compensation Fund
M. Resolution 2026-287 Amend the 2026 Adopted Budget for the Removal of Capital Projects
from Enterp …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider sign encroachment variance at 127 14th St NW
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution 2026-XXX. This item concerns a variance for sign encroachment within the right-of-way and public easement at 127 14th St NW.
- Public Hearing: Resolution 2026-XXX for sign encroachment variance at 127 14th St NW
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PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21,
2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Approve Agenda
3. Approval of the Minutes
4. Public Hearings
A.
Resolution 2026-XXX Approve Variance for Sign Encroachment within the Right-of-
Way and Public Easement at 127 14th St NW
5. Requests to be Heard - NONE
6. Items for Discussion - NONE
7. Routine Business - NONE
8. Board & Commissions Updates & Reports
9. Adjournment
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission Work Session
Planning Commission to discuss data center performance standards
The Faribault County Planning Commission is holding a work session with one substantive item for discussion: data center performance standards. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is framed as a discussion topic. The rest of the agenda consists of routine business, future discussion, and adjournment.
- Discussion of data center performance standards
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Planning Commission Work Session
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Public Meeting Room
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Items for Discussion
A. Data Center Performance Standards
3. Routine Business
4. Future Discussion
5. Adjournment
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 07:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA discusses new TIF district for Rebound Townhomes
The Faribault County EDA will consider a resolution to modify Development District No. 1 and establish Tax Increment Financing District No. 22 for Rebound Townhomes. The meeting also includes a quarterly report on the Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce service agreement and a discussion on escrow policies.
- Resolution 2026-13: Establishing TIF District No. 22 (Rebound Townhomes)
- Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce quarterly report
- Discussion on escrow policies and recommendations
- Monthly loan and budget status reports
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AGENDA
PUBLIC MEETING ROOM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER
17, 2026
7:00 AM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. Routine Business: Agenda items below are approved by one motion unless an EDA member
requests separate action.
A.
Monthly Loan Status Report
B.
Budget Status Report
4. Public Hearings
5. Items for Discussion
A.
Resolution 2026-13 Recommending the City Council modify Development District No.
1, establish Tax Increment Financing District No. 22: Rebound Townhomes (a
Redevelopment District), adopt a modification to the Development Program, and adopt
the Tax Increment Financing Plan therefor.
B.
Faribault Area Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Report on the Service Agreement
C.
Escrow Policies and Recommendations
D.
Updates and Future Items - Verbal report Only
6. Adjournment
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00
General
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Heritage Preservation Commission
Heritage Preservation Commission meets for routine agenda items
The Faribault County Heritage Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a standard agenda. The meeting includes approval of the agenda and minutes, a citizen comment period, and general heritage preservation items. No specific design reviews or discussion items are listed for this meeting.
- Citizen comment period open to the public
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
- General heritage preservation items discussion
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HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION AGENDA
3RD FLOOR CONFERENCE
ROOM
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER
16, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order/ Approve Agenda
2. Approval of the Minutes
3. General Heritage Preservation Items
A.
Citizen Comment Period
4. Design Reviews
5. Items for Discussion
6. Adjournment
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 07:30
Airport Board
Airport board to review pavement project, hangar leases
The Faribault County Airport Advisory Board is meeting to approve the prior meeting's minutes and hear an update from the airport manager. Discussion items include a pavement project update, a North Memorial item, and hangar lease durations. No votes on these items are listed on the agenda.
- Pavement Project Update
- North Memorial
- Hangar Lease Durations
- Approval of August 19, 2026 minutes
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✓ Decided: Airport Board approves July minutes; no new decisions on hangar rates or inspections
The Airport Advisory Board approved the minutes of its July 15, 2026 meeting. The airport manager reported that the PAPI and some runway lights were fixed, gates are operational but left open until the pavement project is complete, and a below-zero keypad for the gate needs review. Staff said tie-down repairs await the contractor's schedule, hangar inspections with the Fire Chief and Property Maintenance Inspector will begin with city-owned hangars in September, and hangar rates will be discussed at an October work session. No other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved July 15, 2026 minutes (motion by S. Bruch, seconded by C. Hooper; carried)
- No vote recorded on hangar rates; set for October work session
- No vote recorded on hangar inspections; city-owned hangars to be inspected starting September
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AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA
AIRPORT MEETING ROOM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER
16, 2026
7:30 AM
Call to Order/Approve Agenda
Approval of the Minutes: August 19, 2026
Airport Manager Update
Other
1. Pavement Project Update
2. North Memorial
3. Hangar Lease Durations
Next Meeting Date: October 21, 2026
Adjournment
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1
AIRPORT ADVISORY BOARD
MEETING MINUTES
August 19, 2026
7:30 a.m.
Airport Meeting Room
M
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by T. Waarvik at 7:28 a.m.
Members present: S. Bruch, C. Hooper, T. Waarvik, P. Johnson, B. Smith,
Airport Staff present: M. Duffney
Staff present: T. Block. D. Radtke
Other Members present: N Halvorson
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes of July 15, 2026, were submitted for approval. A motion was made by
S. Bruch, seconded by C. Hooper for approval. Motion carried.
3. AIRPORT MANAGER UPDATE
Michelle stated that the papi is now fixed along with a few runway lights. Papi was adjusted & FAA
flew into complete test. Gates are operational but have been left open until pavement project is
complete. We do need to look into a below zero keypad for the gate.
4. OTHER
A. T. Block mentioned the tie downs need work, and the contractor was provided with direction.
Consultant is waiting on contractor schedule to complete.
B. T. Block stated he met with the Fire Chief and Property Maintenance Inspector to review
checklists for hangar inspections. He mentioned they will start with the city owned hangars in
September and then move onto private hangars.
C. T. Block mentioned hangar rates will be discussed about an October work session so committee
can review in September.
5. NEXT AIRPORT BOARD MEETING: September 16, 2026
6. ADJOURN: T. Waarvik adjourned the meeting at 7:46 a.m.
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $1.4M | FARIBAULTMILL LLC Department of Defense · 8511574635!BLANKET,BED |
| $249,262 | FARIBAULTMILL LLC Department of Defense · 8509930511!BLANKET,BED |
| $243,945 | FARIBAULTMILL LLC Department of Defense · 8509734848!BLANKET,BED |
| $243,945 | FARIBAULTMILL LLC Department of Defense · 8509748315!BLANKET,BED |
| $243,945 | FARIBAULTMILL LLC Department of Defense · 8509762905!BLANKET,BED |
| $243,945 | FARIBAULTMILL LLC Department of Defense · 8509699978!BLANKET,BED |
| $38,400 | JSM SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · VIDEO OTOSCOPES |
| $23,515 | TRYSTAR, LLC. Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY LIGHTING BATTERIES |
| $19,978 | DUKE RESTORATION LLC Department of Defense · WATER DAMAGE AT HASTINGS OFFICE |
| $6,467 | KGP TELECOMMUNICATIONS, LLC Department of Defense · ETHERNET CONVERTER |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Rice 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.
Traffic fatalities1 (2020)
Business establishments1,600 (25,126 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,177/mo (366 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.4% (low numeracy 25% · 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.
1,627
Recorded votes
$40.7M
Annual budget
$25.7M
Debt outstanding
25
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$40.7M
Spending$39.4M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$25.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.63×
Debt-load index58 / 100
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:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.