Cottage Grove, MN
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Cottage GroveMN averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $402,376 +1.8% yr/yr · +10.3% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (28)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
- Herb Reckinger
- Jacob Grundhauser
- Joseph Gall
- Linda Johnston
- Marie Sumstine
- Tony Brinkman
Who’s on the City Council
- Bailey-Here — Mayor
- Garza- Here — Councilmember
- Khambata — Councilmember
Who’s on the General
- Bailey-Here — Mayor
- Garza- Here — Councilmember
- Olsen — Councilmember
Who’s on the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
- David Olson
- Debra Gustafson
- Justin Waterman
- Kelly Glasford
- Shane Waterman
- Susannah Brown
- Adam Larson
- Samanthia Crabtree
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Eric Knable
- Evan Frazier
- Emily Stephens
- Jessica Fisher
- Ken Brittain
- Pradeep Bhat
- Derek Rasmussen
- Terrence Woodman
Municipal budget
Total revenue$66.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$53.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$25.3M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$37.2M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,341 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025426 housing units ($124.4M)
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL
September 2, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1
Call to Order
2
Pledge of Allegiance
3
Roll Call
4
Open Forum
5
Adoption of Agenda
6
Presentations
A
Public Safety Swearing-in and Badge Ceremony
Staff Recommendation: 1) Perform the Swearing-in and Badge Ceremony for Deputy Public Safety
Director/Police Captain Nickle, Deputy Public Safety Director/Police Captain Henseler, Sergeant Swanson,
Sergeant Mulvihill and Officer Pfeiffer. 2) Effective September 3, 2026, appoint Patrick Nickle and Justin
Henseler as Deputy Director Public Safety/Police Captains at Non-represented Pay Plan Grade X01, Step 4.
Also, effective September 3, 2026, appoint Rob Swanson and Travis Mulvihill as Police Sergeants at step D as
detailed in the Sergeants labor contract. City Administrator Levitt will also administer the Oath of Office to
all four and Police Officer Cole Pfeiffer.
B
Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim September 15-October 15, 2026 as Hispanic Heritage Month.
7
Consent Agenda
A
City Council Special Meeting Minutes (2026-07-29)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the July 29, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.
B
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-08-19)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the August 19, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
C
Economic Development Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-05-12)
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Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 18:15
City Council
Training Room, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL
September 2, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
TRAINING ROOM - 6:15 PM
1
Call to Order
2
Agenda
A
Met Council Presentation
Staff Recommendation: Receive a presentation from Mark Jenkins (Metropolitan Council) providing an
overview of services.
3
Adjournment
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 07:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 19:00
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00
Public Services Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
Training Room, Cottage Grove
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 07:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 18:00
General
12800 Ravine Parkway, Cottage Grove
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 19:00
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 07:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:00
Public Services Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 07:30
Cottage Grove Convention and Visitors Bureau
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Dec 2, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 07:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:00
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
Training Room, Cottage Grove
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 19:00
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Sat Jan 30, 2027 · 08:00
General
11099 Highway 61, Cottage Grove
Wed Feb 3, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Wed Mar 3, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Apr 21, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Tue May 11, 2027 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed May 19, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Tue Jun 8, 2027 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Jun 16, 2027 · 19:00
City Council
Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
Tue Jul 13, 2027 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 07:30
Cottage Grove Convention and Visitors Bureau
CVB reviews Q2 2026 lodging tax collections and food truck festival update
The Cottage Grove Convention and Visitors Bureau will approve minutes from its June 2, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes presentations on Q2 2026 lodging tax collections and an update on the 2026 Cottage Grove Food Truck Festival. A workshop on the CVB website redesign is also scheduled.
- Approval of 6/02/2026 CVB Meeting Minutes
- Presentation: Q2 2026 Lodging Tax Collections
- Presentation: 2026 Cottage Grove Food Truck Festival Update
- Workshop: CVB Website Redesign
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE August 25, 2026
12800 Ravine Parkway South
Cottage Grove, Minnesota 55016
Council Chamber - 7:30 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Adoption of Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes
A
6/02/2026 CVB Meeting Minutes
6. Presentations
A
Q2 2026 Lodging Tax Collections
B
2026 Cottage Grove Food Truck Festival Update
7. Business Items
8. Workshop
A
CVB Website Redesign
9. Comments
10. Adjournment
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to approve police contracts, land purchase, and multiple construction awards
The Cottage Grove City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with several notable items, including new labor contracts for police officers and sergeants, a land purchase, and multiple construction project awards. The council will also hold a swearing-in ceremony for a new Public Safety Director and recognize a retiring reserve officer. Most items are routine approvals, but the labor contracts and development agreements are significant.
- Approve 2027-2028 labor contracts with Police Officers Union and Sergeants Union
- Buy 2.0 acres from WAG for $78,408.00 (Parcel ID: 21.027.21.43.0005)
- Award Mississippi Dunes Tree Planting Contract to Wilson's Nursery for $31,965
- Award Lehigh Culvert Replacement Project to Dynamic Earth & Civil LLC for $37,800
- Approve Lochridge Second Addition final plat and development agreement with Pulte Homes
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Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL
August 19, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1
Call to Order
2
Pledge of Allegiance
3
Roll Call
4
Open Forum
5
Adoption of Agenda
6
Presentations
A
Public Safety Swearing-in Ceremony
Staff Recommendation: Appoint Brad Petersen as Public Safety Director and Chief Law Enforcement Officer
at Non-Represented Pay Plan Grade X02, Step 5. City Administrator Levitt will administer the Oath of Office.
B
Recognition of Reserve Officer - Matt Jordan
Staff Recommendation: Recognize Matt Jordan’s retirement by presenting him with a badge and certificate
of appreciation.
7
Consent Agenda
A
City Council Special Meeting Minutes (2026-06-17)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the June 17, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.
B
City Council Special (Budget) Meeting Minutes (2026-07-22)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the July 22, 2026, City Council Special (Budget) Meeting Minutes.
C
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation Meeting Minutes (2026-04-14)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the April 14, 2026, Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (ACHP)
meeting minutes.
D
Planning Commission Appointment - Koerner
Staff Recommendation: Appoint Pete Koerner to the Planning Commission with a term ending on February
28, 2027.
E
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission Appointment (Kemper-Youth Seat)
Staff Recommendation: Appoint Kasen Kemp …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 07:30
Economic Development Authority
EDA sets preliminary $196K levy for 2027, schedules public hearing
The Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority will consider approving a preliminary tax levy of up to $196,000 for fiscal year 2027 and schedule a public hearing for the final levy on December 1, 2026. The board will also receive updates on community development and business retention, and discuss a draft Local Affordable Housing Aid policy.
- Resolution 2026-005: preliminary tax levy not to exceed $196,000 for FY 2027
- Public hearing on final levy scheduled for December 1, 2026, at 6:00 pm
- Approval of minutes from May 12, July 14, and July 27, 2026 meetings
- Community Development Update
- Draft Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) Policy review
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
August 11, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER
- 7:30 AM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Approval of Minutes
A Approval of May 12, 2026 EDA meeting minutes
Staff Recommendation: Approval of May 12, 2026 EDA meeting minutes.
B Approval of July 14, 2026 EDA unofficial meeting minutes
Staff Recommendation: Approval of July 14, 2026 EDA unofficial meeting minutes.
C Approval of July 27, 2026 EDA Special meeting minutes
Staff Recommendation: Approval of July 27, 2026 EDA Special meeting minutes
5 Business Items
A Community Development Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the Community Development Update.
B Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Preliminary Levy
Staff Recommendation: 1. Approve Resolution 2026-005 establishing a preliminary tax levy to be set on
taxable property of the City of Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota for fiscal year 2027, a special
benefit tax levy, not to exceed $196,000 per the Proposed 2027 Budget on file with the City.
2. Call a Public Hearing to consider the adoption of the final levy to be held by the EDA at their regular
meeting on December 1, 2026, at 6:00 pm.
C BR&E Quarterly Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive a quarterly update on business retention and expansion survey results.
6 Public Hearings
7 Other Business
8 Workshop
A Draft Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) Policy Review
Sta …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
Historic preservation committee to discuss display case and project updates
The Cottage Grove Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a historic display case, and receive updates on the Cedarhurst and Old Town Hall projects. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Discussion of Cottage Grove Historic Display Case
- Cedarhurst project update
- Old Town Hall project update
- Approval of April 14, 2026 minutes
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Training Room, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION
August 11, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 6:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Approval of Minutes
A April 14, 2026 ACHP Minutes
5. Open Forum
6. Action Items
7. Discussion Items
A Cottage Grove Historic Display Case
8. Project Updates
A Cedarhurst Update
B Old Town Hall Update
9. Historic, Inquiries, Articles, and Research Information
10. Committee Comments
11. Council Comments
12. Adjournment
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 19:00
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30
General
6220 Goodview Ave South (Near the Trailhead & Monument Sign), Cottage Grove
Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to consider $5.4 million bond sale
The City Council will decide on the issuance of $5,425,000 in General Obligation Bonds and review several infrastructure change orders. The body is also considering a minor subdivision on Lehigh Road and a variance request for a residential accessory structure.
- Sale of $5,425,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026A
- Change Order #3 for Intermediate Zone Water Treatment Plant increasing contract to $90,507,313.29
- Change Order #3 for High Zone Raw Water Main Project increasing contract by $7,500.00
- Minor Subdivision of a 44.95-acre parcel on Lehigh Road South
- Sale of surplus handguns to Gun Smith Arms at $550.00 per handgun
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Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL August 5, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Open Forum
5 Adoption of Agenda
6 Presentations
A 2026 Green Garden Award Presentation
Staff Recommendation: Receive presentation of the 2026 Green Garden Awards from Park and Recreation
Staff and award the winners of the Residential and Sustainability Garden Awards.
7 Consent Agenda
A City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-07-15)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the July 15, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
B Public Services Commission Meeting Minutes (2026-05-18)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the May 18, 2026, Public Services Commission Meeting minutes.
C Response to Open Forum - Millard
Staff Recommendation: Receive the response letter addressing Open Forum inquiries from the July 15, 2026,
meeting.
D Rental License Approvals
Staff Recommendation: Approve the issuance of rental licenses to the properties listed in the attached table.
E Cottage Grove Armory Lease Agreement (Primary Election)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the lease agreement with the Cottage Grove Armory for the Primary
Election held on August 11, 2026.
F Temporary Intoxicating Liquor License — Cottage Grove Lions Club
Staff Recommendation: Authorize issuance of a temporary intoxicating liquor license to Kimberly Rose
Raymond on behalf of the Cottage Grove Lions Club for the Fo …
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Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council to hold 2027 budget workshop
The City Council will conduct a budget workshop to discuss and provide feedback on the 2027 budget. Staff are seeking direction from the council on budget priorities. No other business is on the agenda.
- 2027 Budget Workshop for feedback and direction
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL July 29, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 5:30 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Agenda
A 2027 Budget Workshop
Staff Recommendation: Provide staff with feedback and direction regarding the 2027 Budget.
3 Adjournment
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 12:30
Economic Development Authority
Resolution to declare Majestic Ballroom structurally substandard
The Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority will consider adopting Resolution 2026-004, which designates the Majestic Ballroom as a structurally substandard building under the laws governing a redevelopment tax increment financing district. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public hearing notices. No other substantive actions are listed.
- Adopt Resolution 2026-004 designating the Majestic Ballroom as structurally substandard
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COTTAGE GROVE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
July 27, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER
- 12:30 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Approval of Minutes
5 Business Items
A Resolution Designating a Certain Building as Structurally Substandard - Majestic Ballroom
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution 2026-004 which designates the Majestic Ballroom a substandard
building in accordance with the laws governing a redevelopment tax increment financing district.
6 Public Hearings
7 Other Business
8 Workshop
9 Presentations
10 Adjournment
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.02, some members of the Economic Development Authority may
participate in this meeting via interactive technology from remote locations. The public may
monitor the meeting in person at the regular meeting location (12800 Ravine Parkway, Cottage
Grove, MN) or remotely via the stream link provided.
TEAMS Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/22891709252782?p=m7xG97PEK5zgwzN1Ag
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council will hold a 2027 budget workshop
The Cottage Grove City Council meeting on July 22, 2026 includes a workshop to discuss the 2027 city budget. No other decisions or items are listed beyond standard procedural matters.
- 2027 Budget Workshop
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL July 22, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
TRAINING ROOM - 5:30 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Agenda
A 2027 Budget Workshop
3 Adjournment
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.02, Mayor Myron Bailey of the City Council will participate in this meeting via
interactive technology from a remote location. The public may monitor the meeting in person at the regular
meeting location or remotely via the stream link provided.
Teams Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/237262008556040?p=pW9sG3nlmV0J2RK3Ri
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 19:00
Public Services Commission
Cottage Grove Public Services Commission meets to review hunting maps and agendas
The Cottage Grove Public Services Commission will convene to approve previous meeting minutes, discuss hunting maps, and review upcoming council agendas. The meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
- Approval of 2026-05-18 Commission Minutes
- Presentation on Hunting Maps
- Review of Council Agendas
- Open Forum session available
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE PUBLIC SERVICES
COMMISSION
July 20, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of the Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes
A 2026-05-18 Minutes
6. Open Forum
7. Presentations
8. Business Items
A Hunting Maps
9. Commission Comments
10. Staff Reports and Materials
11. Council Comments
A Council Agendas
12. Adjournment
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council to consider $245,159 water plant change order and various development plans
The City Council will review several infrastructure change orders and development agreements. The body is also deciding on building demolition, zoning variances, and property tax abatements for Oltman Park improvements.
- Low Zone Water Treatment Plant Change Order #5 for $245,159.06
- Demolition of 9165 West Point Douglas Road South by JM Hauling LLC for $121,023.50
- Final Plat and Development Agreement for Ravine Ridge with M/I Homes of Minneapolis/St. Paul LLC
- Public hearing and resolution for property tax abatements for Oltman Park Improvements
- Building access controls maintenance upgrade from Pro-Tec Design Solutions for $40,152.92
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Council Chambers , Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL July 15, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Open Forum
5 Adoption of Agenda
6 Presentations
A Public Safety Swearing-In Ceremony
Staff Recommendation: Perform the Swearing-in and Badge Ceremony for Peyton Taylor and Michael
Tobritzhofer.
B Public Safety Board Scholarship Award
Staff Recommendation: Present the Public Safety Board Scholarship Award to Alayna Adamez, Brett
Salmonson, and Wyatt Beaurline.
C 2026 Night to Unite Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim August 4, 2026, as Night to Unite.
D 2026 Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month.
7 Consent Agenda
A City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-06-17)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the June 17, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
B Convention and Visitors Bureau Meeting Minutes (2026-02-24)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the February 24, 2026, Convention and Visitors Bureau Meeting Minutes.
C Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (2026-04-27)
Staff Recommendation: Accept and place on file the minutes from the April 27, 2026, Planning Commission
Meeting.
D Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission Appointment (Rediske - Youth Seat)
Staff Recommendation: Appoint Aaron Rediske to the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission.
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 07:30
Economic Development Authority
EDA to approve professional services and designate a substandard building
The Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority will approve an agreement with Dowdle Studios for online sales assistance for city puzzles and adopt a resolution designating the Majestic Ballroom as structurally substandard.
- Agreement for Professional Services with Dowdle Studios, LLC
- Resolution 2026-004 designating Majestic Ballroom as structurally substandard
- Receive Community Development Update
- Approval of May 12, 2026 EDA meeting minutes
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
July 14, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER
- 7:30 AM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Approval of Minutes
A Approval of May 12, 2026 EDA Meeting Minutes
Staff Recommendation: Approval of May 12, 2026 EDA meeting minutes.
5 Business Items
A Community Development Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the Community Development Update.
B Agreement for Professional Services - Dowdle Studios, LLC
Staff Recommendation: Approve Agreement for Professional Services with Dowdle Studios, LLC authorizing
online sales assistance for the remaining inventory of City of Cottage Grove jigsaw puzzles.
C Resolution Designating a Certain Building as Structurally Substandard - Majestic Ballroom
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution 2026-004 which designates the Majestic Ballroom a substandard
building in accordance with the laws governing a redevelopment tax increment financing district.
6 Public Hearings
7 Other Business
8 Workshop
9 Presentations
10 Adjournment
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider two accessory structure variance requests
The Cottage Grove Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discuss two variance applications for accessory structures. The first requests a reduced corner yard setback to 10 feet at 8077 River Acres Road due to MRCCA overlay requirements. The second requests approval of metal exterior materials at 10590 East Point Douglas Road South. The commission will also approve previous minutes and receive reports from city council meetings.
- Variance request for accessory structure at 8077 River Acres Road to reduce corner yard setback from 20 feet to 10 feet (case V2026-016)
- Variance request for accessory structure at 10590 East Point Douglas Road South to use metal exterior materials (case V2026-019)
- Approval of April 27, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
- Recap of May and June 2026 City Council meetings
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE PLANNING COMMISSION June 22, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Roll Call
3 Approval of the Agenda
4 Open Forum
5 Chair's Explanation of the Hearing Process
6 Public Hearings and Applications
A 8077 River Acres Road Accessory Structure Variance - V2026-016
Discussion: John Caturia, 8077 River Acres Road, has applied for a variance to reduce the corner yard setback
to 10 feet for construction of a new accessory structure, where accessory structures are permitted in the
front yard within the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Overlay (MRCCA) provided the structure meets
the development standards of the underlying zoning district. The underlying zoning district is R-3, Single
Family Residential, which requires a 20-foot setback for structures on corner lots.
B 10590 East Point Douglas Accessory Structure Variance - Case V2026-019
Discussion: Gary and Colleen Millard, 10590 East Point Douglas Road South, have applied for a variance from
the required architectural materials for accessory structures in Residential Districts to construct an accessory
structure with a metal exterior.
7 Approval of Minutes
A April 27, 2026, Planning Commission Minutes
8 Reports
A Recap of May and June 2026 City Council Meetings
B Response to Planning Commission Inquiries
C Planning Commission Requests
9 Adjournment
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 17:45
City Council
Council to receive Washington County project updates
The City Council will hear project updates from Washington County and provide feedback. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Washington County project updates – receive and provide feedback
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Training Room, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL June 17, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
TRAINING ROOM - 5:45 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Agenda
A Washington County Project Updates
Staff Recommendation: Receive project updates and provide feedback to Washington County.
3 Adjournment
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider preliminary approval of revenue bonds for Roers' affordable housing project
The council will vote on consent agenda items including $5.4 million in general obligation bonds, preliminary approval of revenue bonds for an affordable housing project, and a grant for Kingston Park habitat enhancement. Under regular agenda, they will hold a public hearing on tobacco violations and consider a zoning amendment and preliminary plat for a 23-home subdivision at 8591 Geneva Avenue South.
- Preliminary approval of revenue bonds and allocation of bonding authority for Roers' Cottage Grove affordable housing project
- Call for sale of $5,425,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026A
- Tobacco compliance violations with proposed $300 fines for Holiday Gas Station and Smoke Shop & Vape
- Zoning amendment (R-1 to R-3) and preliminary plat for Geneva Meadows 2nd Addition (23 single-family homes) at 8591 Geneva Avenue South
- Change Order #1 increasing contract by $50,262.95 for 80th Street/TH 61 Interchange Rehabilitation Project
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL June 17, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Open Forum
5 Adoption of Agenda
6 Presentations
7 Consent Agenda
A City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-05-06)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the May 6, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
B City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-05-20)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the May 20, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes.
C City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-06-03)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the June 3, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
D City Council Special Meeting Minutes (2026-06-03)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the June 3, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.
E Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Meeting Minutes (2026-05-11)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the May 11, 2026, Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Minutes.
F Rental License Approvals
Staff Recommendation: Approve the issuance of rental licenses to the properties listed in the attached table.
G Mueller Systems Sentryx Meter Read Software Agreement
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Mueller Systems Sentryx SaaS quote, annual service, and related
hardware in the amount of $7759.16.
H Call for Sale of $5,425,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026A
Staff Recommendation: Call for the sale of 2026A General Obligation Bonds and call for a public hea …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:00
Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation
Training Room, Cottage Grove
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:30
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission meeting on June 8, 2026
The commission will conduct a meeting including an information presentation on bylaws and a bus tour. The agenda includes action items, staff reports, and updates.
- Commission Bylaws presentation
- Bus Tour presentation
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Bus Tour Begins @ 12800 Ravine Parkway South, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE PARKS, RECREATION AND
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
June 8, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
CITY HALL - 6:30 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Roll Call
3 Approval of the Agenda
4 Approval of Minutes
A 2026-05-11 Minutes
5 Open Forum
6 Action Items
7 Presentation Of Information
A Commission Bylaws
B Bus Tour
8 Action Updates
9 Donations
10 Staff Reports and Materials
11 Commission Comments
12 Council Comments
A Council Agendas
13 Workshop
14 Adjournment
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council will approve $6.5 million in disbursements for June 2026
The Cottage Grove City Council will consider a series of consent agenda items, including approval of the 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and several contract awards. The council will also vote to approve disbursements totaling $6,501,199.07 for the period May 15‑May 28, 2026. Additional items include park lighting, utility work, and a traffic‑counting services agreement.
- Approve disbursements of $6,501,199.07 for May 15‑May 28, 2026
- Authorize $145,133.00 service agreement for Hamlet Park sports lighting
- Award Denzer Park site electrical contract to Killmer Electric Co., Inc. for $17,680.00
- Purchase curb runners and cutting edges from H and L Mesabi for $45,240.00
- Award 2026 Joint Crack Sealing Project to StonePros, LLC for $163,900.00
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Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL June 3, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Open Forum
5 Adoption of Agenda
6 Presentations
A Introduction of K-9 Team Officer Whelan and K-9 Kye
Staff Recommendation: Receive the introduction and welcome of Officer Sydney Whelan and K-9 Kye.
B 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
Staff Recommendation: Motion to accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the year ended
December 31, 2025.
7 Consent Agenda
A City Council Special Meeting Minutes (2026-05-06)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the May 6, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.
B Public Services Commission Meeting Minutes (2026-03-16)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the March 16, 2026, Public Services Commission Meeting Minutes.
C Rental License Approvals
Staff Recommendation: Approve the issuance of rental licenses to the properties listed in the attached table.
D LSP Co-Gen/Panamint Capital, LLC - Host Community Fee
Staff Recommendation: 1) Authorize the City Administrator to accept the negotiated agreement with
Panamint Capital LLC. 2) Authorize the City Administrator to accept the negotiated agreement with
Panamint Capital LLC for the battery storage facility.
E Cannabis Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Business Registration – Grove Liquor
Staff Recommendation: Approve the Cannabis Lower-Potency Hemp Edible Business Registration fo …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council reviews Roers Companies housing project and bonding request
The Cottage Grove City Council will hold a workshop on a proposed housing development by Roers Companies. Staff will provide feedback and direction on the project. The council will also discuss whether to support a bonding request from the developer. No final votes or binding decisions are scheduled for this agenda.
- Workshop on a housing development project by Roers Companies
- Discussion of a bonding request from Roers Companies
- Staff recommendation to provide feedback and direction on the project
- Meeting location: 12800 Ravine Parkway South, St Croix Room
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL June 3, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
ST CROIX ROOM - 6:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Agenda
A Workshop – Housing Development Project by Roers Companies
Staff Recommendation: Provide feedback and direction related to the proposed project by Roers Companies
and if there is support for their bonding request.
3 Adjournment
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 07:30
Cottage Grove Convention and Visitors Bureau
CVB to review 2027 preliminary budget and River Oaks business plan
The Cottage Grove Convention and Visitors Bureau will hold a regular meeting to hear presentations on the 2026-2030 River Oaks Business Plan, the 2026 events schedule, short-term rental updates, a website redesign, and first-quarter lodging tax collections. The board will also discuss the 2027 preliminary budget as a business item. No votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational updates and a budget discussion.
- Presentation of the 2026-2030 River Oaks Business Plan
- 2027 Preliminary Budget discussion
- 2026 Q1 Lodging Tax Collections report
- Update on Rentalscape – short-term rentals
- CVB Website Redesign Update
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE June 2, 2026
12800 Ravine Parkway South
Cottage Grove, Minnesota 55016
Council Chamber - 7:30 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Adoption of Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes
A 2/24/2026 CVB Meeting Minutes
6. Presentations
A 2026-2030 River Oaks Business Plan
B 2026 Events Plan
C Rentalscape – Short-Term Rentals Update
D CVB Website Redesign Update
E 2026 Q1 Lodging Tax Collections
7. Business Items
A 2027 Preliminary Budget
8. Workshop
9. Comments
10. Adjournment
Wed May 20, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
Council to consider Kwik Trip development on Manning Avenue
The council will hold a public hearing for conduit debt host approvals and consider a consent agenda including rental licenses, new polling locations, road cooperative agreements, a TIF amendment for the Roers housing project, and a trail cost participation agreement. The regular agenda includes a preliminary plat, final plat, conditional use permit, and site plan review for a Kwik Trip convenience store on Manning Avenue. The council will also award the Denzer Park project bid and hold a closed meeting to discuss property acquisition.
- Kwik Trip Highway 61 – Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Review on Manning Avenue
- TIF Agreement Amendment for Roers Housing Project at 6850 East Point Douglas Road South
- Designating new polling locations for Precinct 1 (District Program Center) and Precinct 7 (Hillside Elementary)
- Cooperative agreements for County State Aid Highway 19 (Keats Avenue) and 80th Street South intersection
- 2026 Denzer Park Project bid award to Benson Excavating, LLC for $283,882.15
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL May 20, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Open Forum
5 Adoption of Agenda
6 Presentations
A 2026 Historic Preservationist of the Year
Staff Recommendation: Present the 2026 Historic Preservationist of the Year Award to Jake Jones for his
work preserving history by performing restoration work on historic sites and landmarks in Cottage Grove.
B Historic Preservation Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 2026 as Historic Preservation Month.
7 Consent Agenda
A City Council Special Meeting Minutes (2026-04-15)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the April 15, 2026, City Council Special Meeting Minutes.
B Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission Meeting Minutes (2026-03-09)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the March 9, 2026, Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Meeting
Minutes.
C Economic Development Authority Commission Minutes (2026-04-14)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the April 14, 2026, Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting
Minutes.
D Rental License Approvals
Staff Recommendation: Approve the issuance of rental licenses to the properties listed in the attached table.
E Designating New Polling Locations for Precincts 1 and 7
Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution 2026-079 designating these new polling locations for Precinct 1
(District Program Center – 8400 East Point Doug …
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Mon May 18, 2026 · 19:00
Public Services Commission
Public Services Commission meeting scheduled for May 18, 2026
The commission will conduct a construction update and a fire year in review presentation. The agenda consists of standard procedural items including roll call and approval of minutes.
- Construction Update presentation
- Fire Year In Review presentation
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE PUBLIC SERVICES
COMMISSION
May 18, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 7:00 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call
4. Approval of the Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes
A 3/16/26 Minutes
6. Open Forum
7. Presentations
A Construction Update
B Fire Year In Review
8. Business Items
9. Commission Comments
10. Staff Reports and Materials
11. Council Comments
A Council Agendas
12. Adjournment
Tue May 12, 2026 · 07:30
Economic Development Authority
EDA to adopt TIF amendment for Roers Housing Project and pause facade grants
The Cottage Grove Economic Development Authority will consider several items, including a community development update and grant applications for facade improvements. It will vote on a TIF Agreement Amendment for the Roers Housing Project. The board will also decide to suspend the facade improvement program for 2026 and direct staff to hold future applications until 2027. Additionally, it will authorize use of EDA Trust funds for a plat preparation related to County Road 19A and 100th Street realignment.
- Community Development Update
- Country Inn & Suites – Facade Improvement Grant request
- Voltas – Facade Improvement Grant request and suspension of 2026 applications
- TIF Agreement Amendment for Roers Housing Project (Resolution# 2026-003)
- County Road 19A & 100th Street realignment – plat preparation using EDA Trust funds
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COTTAGE GROVE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
May 12, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER
- 7:30 AM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Approval of Minutes
A Approval of April 14, 2026 EDA Minutes
Staff Recommendation: Motion to approve April 14, 2026 EDA minutes.
5 Business Items
A Community Development Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the Community Development Update
B Country Inn & Suites — Facade Improvement Program Application
Staff Recommendation: Approval of Facade Improvement Grant request for the Country Inn & Suites
C Voltas — Facade Improvement Program Application
Staff Recommendation: 1. Approval of Facade Improvement Grant request for Voltas. 2. No longer accept
Facade Improvement applications for 2026.
2. Make a motion to direct staff to hold future applications until 2027 when additional funding will be made
available for the façade improvement program.
D TIF Agreement Amendment for Roers Housing Project
Staff Recommendation: Adopt Resolution# 2026-003.
E County Road 19A & 100th Street Realignment – Plat Preparation
Staff Recommendation: Authorize the use of EDA Trust funds for the preparation of a plat for the CR
19A/100th Street project corridor and surrounding 3M owned parcels.
6 Public Hearings
7 Other Business
8 Workshop
A Innovation Village and 100th Street Extension Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the Workshop Presentation.
B Business Retention a …
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Mon May 11, 2026 · 19:00
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
Commission to review River Oaks and Ice Arena business plans
The Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission will discuss and potentially approve business plans for River Oaks and the Ice Arena, review its bylaws, and consider filling the Vice Chair position. Updates on several parks including Denzer, Oltman, and Mississippi Dunes are also scheduled.
- River Oaks Business Plan discussion
- Ice Arena Business Plan discussion
- Bylaw Review
- Vice Chair Position election
- Park updates: Denzer, CG Trailway Corridor, Oltman, Mississippi Dunes, Peterson, Still Ponds
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE PARKS, RECREATION AND
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
May 11, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Roll Call
3 Approval of the Agenda
4 Approval of Minutes
A March 9, 2026 Minutes
5 Open Forum
6 Action Items
A Bylaw Review
B River Oaks Business Plan
C Ice Arena Business Plan
D June Meeting
E Vice Chair Position
7 Presentations
8 Action Updates
A Denzer Park
B CG Trailway Corridor Restoration
C Oltman Park
D Mississippi Dunes Park
E Peterson Park
F Still Ponds Park
9 Donations
10 Staff Reports and Materials
A Staff Reports
11 Commission Comments
12 Council Comments
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A Council Agendas
13 Workshop
14 Adjournment
Wed May 6, 2026 · 19:00
City Council
City Council approves over $6 million in disbursements
The Cottage Grove City Council will approve disbursements totaling $6,049,723.71 for April 2026. It will also adopt resolutions for major contracts, including a $1,836,706.16 Mill and Overlay project and a $554,131 workers‑comp insurance purchase. Additional items include licensing approvals, joint powers agreements for water supply, and a Safe Streets and Roads for All grant agreement. A 2027 budget workshop will be held to gather public feedback on the upcoming budget and property tax levy.
- Approve disbursements of $6,049,723.71 for April 2026
- Award 2026 Mill and Overlay project to McNamara Contracting, Inc. for $1,836,706.16
- Authorize workers compensation insurance purchase from LMCIT for $554,131
- Approve Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Newport for interim water supply
- Approve Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant agreement
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Council Chambers - 7 PM, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL May 6, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 7:00 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Pledge of Allegiance
3 Roll Call
4 Open Forum
5 Adoption of Agenda
6 Presentations
A National Public Works Week Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 17-23, 2026, as National Public Works Week.
B National Police Week and Peace Officers' Memorial Day Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim National Police Week (May 10-16, 2026) and Peace Officers' Memorial Day
(May 15, 2026).
C EMS Week Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 17-23, 2026, as Emergency Medical Services Week.
D Military Appreciation Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 2026 as Military Appreciation Month.
E Building Safety Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 2026 as Building Safety Month.
F Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 2026 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
G Mental Health Awareness Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 2026 as Mental Health Awareness Month.
H ALS Awareness Month Proclamation
Staff Recommendation: Proclaim May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month.
7 Consent Agenda
A City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-03-18)
Staff Recommendation: Approve the March 18, 2026, Meeting Minutes.
B City Council Regular Meeting Minutes (2026-04-01)
Staff Recommendation: Ap …
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Wed May 6, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Xcel Energy grid reliability and economic development workshop
The City Council will receive a presentation from Xcel Energy on electric and natural gas networks in Cottage Grove, covering grid reliability concerns, proposed improvements, and economic development. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a workshop for discussion.
- Xcel Energy Grid Reliability and Economic Development Workshop
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Council Chambers, Cottage Grove
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL May 6, 2026
12800 RAVINE PARKWAY SOUTH
COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016
TRAINING ROOM - 5:30 PM
1 Call to Order
2 Agenda
A Xcel Energy Grid Reliability and Economic Development Workshop
Staff Recommendation: Receive a presentation from Xcel Energy on electric and natural gas networks in
Cottage Grove, including reliability concerns regarding the electric grid, proposed improvements, and
economic development.
3 Adjournment
Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Council receives partner updates on schools, safety, and development
This meeting is procedural, consisting entirely of receiving annual reports and updates from partner organizations. No ordinances, resolutions, or contracts are being voted on. Items include updates from South Washington County Schools, TruLens Media, the HERO Center, the South Washington Watershed District, water treatment, public safety, and development/planning.
- Receive update from South Washington County Schools Superintendent Julie Nielsen
- Receive annual report from TruLens Media Executive Director Ann Schweisguth
- Receive annual report from HERO Center manager Dan Anselment
- Receive water treatment update from Woodbury and Cottage Grove public works directors
- Receive public safety update from Woodbury and Cottage Grove public safety directors
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COTTAGE GROVE CITY COUNCIL April 29, 2026
8595 CENTRAL PARK PLACE
WOODBURY, MN 55125
WOODLANDS CONFERENCE ROOM - 5:30 PM
1 Introductions: 5:30 PM
2 Trivia: 5:35 PM
3 Trivia Award & Dinner: 6:05 PM
4 Partnership Updates
A South Washington County Schools Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the latest update from South Washington County Schools Superintendent
Julie Nielsen.
B TruLens Media Annual Report
Staff Recommendation: Receive the annual report from TruLens Media's Executive Director, Ann
Schweisguth.
C HERO Center Annual Report
Staff Recommendation: Receive the annual report from HERO Center manager Dan Anselment.
D South Washington Watershed District Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the latest update from the South Washington Watershed District's
Administrator, John Loomis.
E Water Treatment Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the latest update from the Woodbury Public Works Director, Mary Van
Milligan, and Cottage Grove Director of Public Works, Ryan Burfeind.
F Public Safety Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the latest update from the Woodbury Director of Public Safety, Jason Posel,
and the acting Director of Public Safety, Brad Petersen.
G Development/Planning Update
Staff Recommendation: Receive the latest development and planning updates from Woodbury's Community
Development Director, Janelle Schmitz, and Cottage Grove's Community Development Director, Emily
Schmitz.
5 Adjournment: 8:35 PM
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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.
| $377,823 | CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE Department of Homeland Security · GUN RANGE FACILITY RENTAL IN ST PAUL MN AOR |
| $255,353 | JM HAULING LLC Department of Defense · FY25 F6247 F5G855 AF9 934CE - QJKL 24-0011 DEMOLISH OFFICERS CLUB, B39 |
| $187,110 | CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE Department of Homeland Security · FIRING RANGE SERVICES |
| $168,120 | CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE Department of Homeland Security · RANGE RENTAL |
| $118,740 | CITY OF COTTAGE GROVE Department of Homeland Security · PURCHASE ORDER FOR FIREARMS RANGE FACILITY RENTAL FOR THE TRAINING OF |
| $77,420 | GILBERT SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Homeland Security · MOVING AND TRANSPORTATION OF OTHER GOVERNMENT AGENCY (OGA) DONATED OFF |
| $72,100 | GILBERT SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Homeland Security · ANT NY WET ROOM |
| $31,968 | GILBERT SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Defense · SUNSHADE |
| $31,060 | GILBERT SOLUTIONS LLC Department of the Interior · PURCHASE AND INSTALL PARKING LOT FENCE, LEXINGTON FIELD OFFICE |
| $28,361 | GILBERT SOLUTIONS LLC Department of Defense · VCT TILE PURCHASE-INSTALL |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Washington 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.
Net migration+1,981 people (+$4.6M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Flood": 8, "Severe Storm": 3, "Biological": 2, "Drought": · last Tue Apr 7, 2020)
Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Business establishments6,542 (95,631 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (79 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy8.3% (low numeracy 14% · 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.
540
Recorded votes
$66.3M
Annual budget
$37.2M
Debt outstanding
426
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$66.3M
Spending$53.5M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load LOW
Outstanding debt$37.2M
Debt-to-revenue0.56×
Debt-load index44 / 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:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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