Duluth public meetings in 2024

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will discuss a water infrastructure surcharge under unfinished business, elect a vice president, and approve the 2025 meeting schedule. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of Water Infrastructure Surcharge
• Election of Vice President
• 2025 DPUC meeting schedule approval
• Approval of Nov. 19, 2024 meeting minutes

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission met on December 17, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so no official actions were taken. Discussion on the water infrastructure surcharge and the election of a vice president were postponed to the next meeting. Staff reported that the City Council approved the water infrastructure surcharge ordinance and the EPA administrative order on consent the prior night, and that construction of the Upper Lakeside Water Interconnect project was awarded.

• No actions taken due to lack of quorum
• Water infrastructure surcharge discussion postponed to next meeting
• Vice president election postponed to next meeting

City Council

The City Council will review ordinances to determine the 2025 budget and the sums to be raised by taxation for general purposes, the special parks fund, and the Duluth Transit Authority. The body is also deciding on various city contracts, personnel classifications, and legislative priorities for 2025.

• 2025 budget and tax levy ordinances for general purposes, special parks fund, and Duluth Transit Authority
• Contract for Circle K service station fuels for 2025 not to exceed $1,300,000
• Contract for Upper Lakeside Water Interconnect in the amount of $1,155,180.00
• Agreement with St. Louis County for $1,023,146.24 for employment and training services
• Expenditure of up to $967,000.00 for demolition of the Shopper’s Ramp

The Duluth City Council adopted the 2025 budget and tax levies for general purposes, the special parks fund, and the Duluth Transit Authority. It also approved a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including contracts for road work, water treatment chemicals, and a demolition project. The council established 2025 legislative priorities and approved a five-year management agreement for Bayfront Festival Park.

• Adopted 2025 general tax levy ordinance
• Adopted 2025 special parks fund levy ordinance
• Adopted 2025 Duluth Transit Authority levy ordinance
• Adopted 2025 city budget ordinance
• Approved $1.3M fuel contract with WEX Bank
• Approved $1.15M Upper Lakeside Water Interconnect contract
• Approved $967,000 for Shopper's Ramp demolition
• Adopted 2025 legislative priorities as amended

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

This meeting includes a public hearing and a resolution to authorize an option agreement with Union Gospel Mission, Inc. for developing an engagement center serving people experiencing homelessness in the Downtown neighborhood. Also on the agenda is a resolution authorizing a construction contract with Carleton Companies, Inc. for demolition of the Shopper’s Ramp at a cost not to exceed $967,000. The commission will also approve meeting minutes, cash transactions for November 2024, and adopt a schedule of regular meeting dates for 2025.

• Public hearing and resolution on option agreement with Union Gospel Mission for homeless engagement center (24D-52)
• Construction contract with Carleton Companies for demolition of Shopper’s Ramp, not to exceed $967,000 (24D-53)
• Adoption of 2025 regular meeting schedule (24D-54)
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of cash transactions for November 2024

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda including an interim use permit for a vacation dwelling unit, a variance for front yard setback, and a minor subdivision. Public comment will be taken on non-agenda items. Commissioners will also receive reports from the Land Use Supervisor, Heritage Preservation Commission, and Duluth Midway Joint Powers Zoning Board.

• Interim Use Permit for vacation dwelling unit at 5727 Grand Ave by Bailey Builds
• Variance for front yard setback at 114 N 26th Ave E by Anne and David Hyopponen
• Minor subdivision at 2384 Becks Rd by Northeast Property Holdings LLC

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider approving the 2025 operation budgets for the Transit Authority, Economic Development Authority, and Airport Authority, along with the general city budget and tax levies. The meeting includes resolutions for capital improvement bonds, a $4 million police body camera system, and a $3.9 million capital equipment note.

• Approval of 2025 budgets for Transit, Economic Development, and Airport authorities
• Authorization for $4,035,622 police body camera system
• Authorization for $3,900,000 capital equipment notes
• Ordinance determining 2025 tax levy for general purposes
• Ordinance setting the 2025 city budget

The Duluth City Council approved a consent agenda including a $4,035,622 contract with Axon for police body, vehicle, and interview room cameras, and adopted resolutions for the 2025 budgets of the Transit Authority, Economic Development Authority, and Airport Authority. It also approved a $8.1M water utility revenue note, affirmed the Planning Commission's denial of a vacation dwelling permit at 809 W 4th St, and read ordinances for the 2025 tax levy and budget for the first time.

• Approved $4,035,622 Axon police camera contract (consent agenda)
• Approved 2025 budgets for Duluth Transit Authority, Economic Development Authority, and Airport Authority (consent agenda)
• Adopted $8,116,359 water utility revenue note ordinance (second reading)
• Affirmed Planning Commission denial of vacation dwelling permit at 809 W 4th St (5-4)
• Amended 2025 tourism tax distribution to move $25,000 from Northern Film Institute to Midwest Film Office (8-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved two-year tourism marketing contract with Madden Media (8-1)
• Approved Blatnik Bridge replacement state project within city limits
• Read 2025 tax levy and budget ordinances for first time

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will discuss parking configurations for the West Superior Street Redevelopment Zone and UMD-area on-street parking. The body is also considering a new monthly reserved stall rate for the Medical District Ramp East and a 2025 budget update.

• Parking configurations for West Superior Street Redevelopment Zone (PKC253)
• UMD-area on-street parking configuration affirmation (PKC249)
• Proposed monthly parking rate for Medical District Ramp East (PKC250)
• 2025 Parking Budget Update (PKC251)
• Accessible parking zone requests (PKC248)

The Duluth Parking Commission approved a parking configuration plan for the West Superior Street redevelopment zone, affirmed existing UMD-area on-street parking configurations, and set a $160/month reserved stall rate at Medical District Ramp East. All votes were 6-0. The commission also approved three accessible parking zone requests and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approved accessible parking zone at 18 East 11th Street (6-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 11 East Michigan Street (6-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 2717 West 4th Street (6-0)
• Approved parking configuration plan for West Superior Street redevelopment zone (6-0)
• Affirmed existing UMD-area on-street parking configurations (6-0)
• Established $160/month reserved stall rate at Medical District Ramp East (6-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (6-0)

Commission on Disabilities.

The Commission on Disabilities is holding a regular meeting on December 4, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural references and no specific decisions or discussions are listed. The meeting is scheduled for 3:30 PM in Room 430 at City Hall.

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board will consider approval of minutes from November 12 and review six job descriptions, including revisions for Engineering Technician, Fire Inspector, Firefighter, Lateral Firefighter, and Senior Engineering Technician, plus a new Water Plant Maintenance Operator position. Two informational items are designated non-public and excluded from the packet. No appeals are scheduled.

• Approval of November 12, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of revised Engineering Technician job description
• Review of revised Fire Inspector, Firefighter, and Lateral Firefighter job descriptions
• Review of revised Senior Engineering Technician job description
• Review of new Water Plant Maintenance Operator job description

The Duluth Civil Service Board approved the minutes from November 12, 2024, and approved six job description items: five revised descriptions (Engineering Technician, Fire Inspector, Firefighter, Lateral Firefighter, Senior Engineering Technician) and one new description (Water Plant Maintenance Operator). The board also received informational updates on audits and eligible lists. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes
• Approved revised Engineering Technician job description
• Approved revised Fire Inspector job description
• Approved revised Firefighter job description
• Approved revised Lateral Firefighter job description
• Approved revised Senior Engineering Technician job description
• Approved new Water Plant Maintenance Operator job description

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate. No specific action items, discussions, or decisions are listed in the provided document.

The Duluth Citizen Review Board met on November 27, 2024, a week earlier than usual due to Thanksgiving. The minutes record only procedural items: the agenda and prior meeting minutes were noted. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

City Council

The city council will conduct second readings of ordinances establishing zoning and business regulations for adult-use cannabis. Other major items include a development agreement for an emergency shelter at Damiano of Duluth with up to $1 million in grants, authorization of an $8.1 million water utility revenue note, and a cleanup grant application for the Duluth Paper Mill expansion. The consent agenda includes over $7.7 million in grant anticipation notes and several purchase and contract approvals.

• Second readings of ordinances on adult-use cannabis zoning (24-057-O) and cannabis business regulation (24-056-O)
• Development agreement with Damiano of Duluth for an emergency shelter facility, awarding up to $500,000 city grant and $500,000 DEDA grant (24-0921R)
• Ordinance authorizing $8,116,359 general obligation water utility revenue note for water system improvements (24-060-O)
• Resolution authorizing cleanup grant application to Minnesota DEED for Duluth Paper Mill expansion (24-0905R)
• Consent agenda: four grant anticipation revenue notes totaling $7,736,120 (24-0911R through 24-0914R)

The Duluth City Council approved a consent agenda of 25 resolutions, including several grant anticipation revenue notes, a collective bargaining agreement, and a development agreement for an emergency shelter. It also gave final approval to ordinances regulating adult-use cannabis zoning and cannabis businesses, and read for the first time an ordinance authorizing an $8.1M water utility revenue note.

• Adopted resolution authorizing $2,561,481 grant anticipation revenue note (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $1,597,285 grant anticipation revenue note (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $1,639,354 grant anticipation revenue note (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing $1,938,000 grant anticipation revenue note (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Duluth Supervisory Association 2025-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement with Damiano of Duluth for emergency shelter with up to $500,000 city grant (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending zoning for adult-use cannabis (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance regulating cannabis businesses (unanimous)

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will hold a public hearing and consider a purchase and development agreement for the Welch Place project. They will also vote on resolutions to fund a visual media production incentive program, approve the DEDA 2025 budgets, authorize a construction contract for dredging the DECC seawall (not to exceed $860,612.75), and approve a development agreement with Damiano of Duluth, Inc. for an emergency center for people experiencing homelessness.

• Resolution authorizing a purchase and development agreement with Welch Place LLLP for the Welch Place project
• Resolution approving funding for the Duluth Production Incentive Program for visual media production and an administrative agreement with Upper Midwest Film Office
• Resolution approving the DEDA 2025 budgets (Operating, TIF Assistance, Capital Projects funds)
• Resolution authorizing a construction contract with Wren Works for DECC seawall dredging, amount not to exceed $860,612.75
• Resolution approving a development agreement with Damiano of Duluth, Inc. for construction of an emergency center for people experiencing homelessness

The Duluth Economic Development Authority approved the 2025 budgets and several key agreements during its November 20, 2024 meeting. Decisions included authorizing a development agreement for the Welch Place project, funding the visual media production incentive program, awarding a dredging contract for the DECC seawall, and approving a development agreement for an emergency homeless center.

• Approved purchase and development agreement with Welch Place LLLP for the Welch Place project
• Approved meeting minutes from November 20, 2024
• Approved cash transactions from November 1 to November 30, 2024
• Approved funding for the Duluth Production Incentive Program and agreement with Upper Midwest Film Office
• Approved the DEDA 2025 budgets
• Approved construction contract with Wren Works for DECC seawall dredging not to exceed $860,612.75
• Approved development agreement with Damiano of Duluth, Inc. for an emergency center for people experiencing homelessness

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will discuss a proposed water infrastructure surcharge. It will also review the WLSSD budget. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes, public comment, and updates from staff.

• Water Infrastructure Surcharge discussion
• WLSSD budget review
• Approval of Oct. 15, 2024 DPUC meeting minutes

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission approved the October 15, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The commission discussed the water infrastructure surcharge, with staff noting the ordinance will have its first City Council reading on Monday and a second on December 9. No formal decision was made on the surcharge method; the commission will continue discussions at the next meeting.

• Approved October 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed water infrastructure surcharge options; no decision made
• Noted water infrastructure surcharge ordinance will go to City Council for first read on Monday, second read December 9

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The November 13, 2024 meeting of the Duluth Human Rights Commission has been cancelled due to lack of a quorum. No business will be conducted.

Civil Service Board.

The Civil Service Board will review and potentially approve revised job descriptions for Fire Inspector and Seasonal Utilities Laborer. The board will also receive non-public updates on eligible lists and audit status. No appeals or unfinished business are on the agenda.

• Review revised Fire Inspector job description
• Review revised Seasonal Utilities Laborer job description
• Non-public review of eligible lists
• Status of all new, pending, and complete audits (private data excluded)
• Approval of October 1, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will consider a resolution to support homelessness efforts, allocating $500,000 from the sale of the Cirrus Incubator building and requesting up to $500,000 from DEDA for a 120-bed temporary shelter at the Damiano Center. First readings of ordinances to regulate adult-use cannabis zoning and businesses are also on the agenda. Consent items include multiple contracts for lead water service replacements and equipment purchases.

• Resolution 24-0889R: $500k from Cirrus sale and up to $500k from DEDA for 120-bed shelter at Damiano Center
• Ordinance 24-057-O: First reading of adult-use cannabis zoning regulations
• Ordinance 24-056-O: First reading of cannabis business regulations
• Resolution 24-0865R: $2,053,690 contract for lead water service replacement projects
• Resolution 24-0871R: Public hearing and approval of tax increment financing for Brae View TIF District

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission will review a proposed amendment to zoning regulations for adult-use cannabis and consider multiple interim use permits for vacation dwelling units. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the cannabis regulations and a consent agenda for several other land use requests.

• Public hearing on proposed cannabis zoning text amendments
• Interim Use Permits for vacation dwelling units at 1315 Minnesota Ave, 809 W 4TH St, and 1131 Denney Dr
• Shoreland Variance for a detached garage at 3709 W 4th St
• Variance for shoreland setback for public water access near Perch Lake
• Vacation of alleys within Dickerman's Division of Duluth

Commission on Disabilities.

The Duluth Commission on Disabilities is scheduled to meet on November 6, 2024, at 411 West First Street. The meeting agenda is currently available for review.

• Review of November 2024 agenda items
• Review of attachments for the November meeting

The Commission on Disabilities met on November 6, 2024, at 3:30 PM in Room 430, 411 West First Street, Duluth. The minutes list only agenda and minutes items with no recorded votes or substantive decisions; the meeting appears procedural.

Parking Commission.

The Duluth Parking Commission will review the revised 2024-25 snow emergency process and consider proposals for two new ten-minute drop-off zones on West Michigan and West Superior Streets. The agenda also includes updates on the 2025 parking fund budget and on-street parking.

• Revised 2024-25 snow emergency process presentation
• Proposal for ten-minute drop-off zone at 1720 West Michigan Street
• Proposal for ten-minute drop-off zone at 318 West Superior Street
• Update on 2025 parking fund budget
• On-street parking update

The Duluth Parking Commission approved the October 2024 meeting minutes, five separate requests for on-street accessible parking zones, and two new ten-minute drop-off zones on West Michigan Street and West Superior Street. The commission also received presentations and updates on the revised 2024-25 snow emergency parking process, the 2025 parking fund budget shortfall, and off-street and on-street parking operations.

• Approved October 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved on-street accessible parking zone at 2227 East 1st Street (5-0)
• Approved on-street accessible parking zone at 329 West 3rd Street (5-0)
• Approved on-street accessible parking zone at 1703/1721 East 3rd Street (5-0)
• Approved on-street accessible parking zone at 806 East 4th Street (5-0)
• Approved on-street accessible parking zone at 715 East 8th Street (5-0)
• Approved ten-minute drop-off zone at 1721 West Michigan Street (5-0)
• Approved ten-minute drop-off zone at 318 West Superior Street (5-0)

City Council

The Duluth City Council will hold its regular meeting to decide on several contracts, ordinances, and appointments. Key decisions include adopting the 2025 fee schedule, approving a $13.5 million bond issuance for Spirit Mountain, and confirming new city staff appointments. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning changes and utility easement vacations.

• Adopt 2025 fee schedule for licenses, permits, fines, and penalties
• Approve $13.5M Spirit Mountain bonds for capital improvements
• Confirm appointment of Terri L. Lehr as City Attorney
• Approve $250,000 five-year contract with Stantec for environmental services
• Amend zoning map for three half-blocks along E 4th Street to F-6 district

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided agenda is procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion items or decisions for the October 23, 2024, meeting.

The Duluth Citizen Review Board met on October 23, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The minutes list agenda items and attachments but record no substantive decisions, approvals, or votes. The meeting appears to have been procedural only.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is meeting to vote on property conveyances and development agreements. The body will discuss the transfer of property to Twin Ports Testing, Inc. and JBJ Atlas Properties, LLC, and a redevelopment project in downtown Duluth.

• Property conveyance to Twin Ports Testing, Inc. and JBJ Atlas Properties, LLC
• Development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for 22 W 1st Street in the amount of $140,000
• Consent to collateral assignment of development documents by Incline Plaza Development LLC in favor of SolPacific Income Fund, LLC

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will meet to review the 2025 budget for the Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD). The body will also continue discussions regarding a water infrastructure surcharge.

• 2025 WLSSD budget
• Water Infrastructure Surcharge discussion

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission approved the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes by all present. The rest of the meeting was discussion and staff updates: four water infrastructure surcharge calculation methods were presented and discussed, with the ordinance to provide for annual review, and staff said the 2025 WLSSD budget increase is covered in the city budget. Staff reported on water, stormwater, and lead service line projects, and the meeting adjourned at 6:27 p.m.

• Approved September 17, 2024 DPUC meeting minutes (all present)
• No vote recorded on water infrastructure surcharge calculation methods; discussion only
• No vote recorded on 2025 WLSSD budget; staff said increase is covered in city budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss several high-value financial items, including bonds and loans for Spirit Mountain and municipal water utility improvements. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the Downtown Waterfront Special Service District and business subsidies for Sofidel.

• Proposed $13,000,000 interfund loan for the Spirit Mountain restoration project
• Proposed issuance of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B, for approximately $7,790,000
• Proposed $500,000 grant agreement with The 1200 Fund, Inc. for a storefront loan program
• Proposed 3-year agreement with Call Tower for internet-based phone services for $122,928.12
• Proposed contract with Contour Inc. for lead water service replacements not to exceed $89,187.00

The City Council authorized a $13 million interfund loan for the Spirit Mountain restoration project and approved development and subgrant agreements for the Sofidel paper mill. The council also renewed the Downtown Waterfront Special Service District and approved several infrastructure and grant-funded projects.

• Authorized $13M interfund loan for Spirit Mountain restoration project
• Approved development agreement with Sofidel America Corp (8-1)
• Approved Minnesota Investment Fund subgrant for Sofidel America Corp (8-1)
• Renewed the Downtown Waterfront Special Service District
• Authorized $7.79M in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024B
• Approved $500,000 storefront loan program grant with The 1200 Fund, Inc.
• Approved $122,928.12 agreement with Call Tower for phone services
• Adopted ordinance for taxable grant anticipation revenue notes up to $8,218,142

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The Duluth Human Rights Commission is scheduled to meet on October 9, 2024, at 5:30 PM in Room 430 of City Hall. The agenda is currently listed as procedural boilerplate with no specific items or attachments provided.

• Meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024
• Location: Room 430, City Hall, 411 West First Street
• Meeting time: 5:30 PM

The Duluth Human Rights Commission held a meeting on October 9, 2024, at City Hall. The provided minutes text contains index and attachment references but records no substantive votes, decisions, or formal actions.

• No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the meeting minutes.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider the final Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Sofidel America facility expansion. It will also review several permits and variances, including a concurrent use permit at 711 Martha St, a ramp reconstruction at 30 W Superior St, an interim use permit for a vacation dwelling at 822 E 4th St, and a shoreline setback variance at 3439 Minnesota Ave. Public hearings will be held for a dental clinic on West Arrowhead Rd and a tunnel car wash at 4250 Haines Rd.

• Final EAW for Sofidel America Duluth Facility Expansion (PLEAW-2408-0001)
• Concurrent Use Permit for stair and retaining wall at 711 Martha St (PLCUP-2409-0001)
• Concurrent Use Permit to reconstruct ramp at 30 W Superior St (PLCUP-2409-0002)
• Interim Use Permit for vacation dwelling at 822 E 4th St (PLIUP-2409-0006)
• Shoreline setback variance for deck at 3439 Minnesota Ave (PLVAR-2409-0006)

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission is meeting to discuss the 2025 Parking Fund budget proposal. The body will also consider a request for an on-street accessible parking zone and receive updates on off-street and on-street parking.

• 2025 Parking Fund budget proposal (PKC242)
• On-street accessible parking zone request (PKC241)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

The Duluth Parking Commission approved the 2025 parking fund budget proposal, with the understanding that the Medical District Ramp portion may change due to an unanticipated revenue shortfall from a state tax ruling. The commission also approved an on-street accessible parking zone request for 322 North 23rd Avenue West and the September 2024 meeting minutes. Updates were provided on off-street and on-street parking operations, including ongoing access control system installations.

• Approved September 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved on-street accessible parking zone at 322 North 23rd Avenue West (6-0)
• Approved 2025 parking fund budget proposal, with possible changes to Medical District Ramp portion (6-0)

Commission on Disabilities.

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate and contains no specific discussion items or decisions.

The Duluth Commission on Disabilities met on October 2, 2024, at 3:30 PM in Room 430. The minutes list only agenda and attachment items (CMD226 and CMD254) with no recorded discussion, motions, or votes. No substantive decisions were made.

Civil Service Board.

The Duluth Civil Service Board will review two new job descriptions for the Land Use & Community Development Supervisor and Library Safety Coordinator roles. The board will also discuss the status of audits and conduct a non-public review of eligible lists.

• Review of new job description for Land Use & Community Development Supervisor
• Review of new job description for Library Safety Coordinator
• Status update on all new, pending, and complete audits (non-public item)
• Non-public review of eligible lists

The Duluth Civil Service Board approved the minutes from its August 6, 2024 meeting and approved two new job descriptions: Land Use & Community Development Supervisor and Library Safety Coordinator. The board also received informational updates on audits and eligible lists, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved minutes from August 6, 2024 meeting
• Approved new job description for Land Use & Community Development Supervisor
• Approved new job description for Library Safety Coordinator

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is reviewing development agreements for industrial and commercial projects. The body is also considering the conveyance of property for affordable housing developments.

• Development agreement with Sofidel America Corp. for the Duluth Paper Mill
• Development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for 22 W 1st Street in the amount of $140,000
• Property conveyance to One Roof Community Housing for 67th Ave W
• Property conveyance to One Roof Community Housing for 8th Ave

The Duluth Economic Development Authority approved a development agreement with Sofidel America Corp. for the Duluth paper mill, authorized property conveyances to One Roof Community Housing for affordable housing, and approved a $140,000 development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for 22 W 1st Street. Meeting minutes and cash transactions for November 2024 were also approved. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved development agreement with Sofidel America Corp. for Duluth paper mill
• Approved property conveyance to One Roof Community Housing for affordable housing (two resolutions)
• Approved $140,000 development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for 22 W 1st Street
• Approved meeting minutes from November 20, 2024
• Approved cash transactions for November 1-30, 2024

City Council

The City Council is discussing proposed taxation sums for 2025, including general purposes, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the Special Parks Fund. The body is also considering the renewal and implementation of the Downtown Waterfront Special Service District.

• Proposed 2025 taxation sums for general purposes, Special Parks Fund, and Housing and Redevelopment Authority
• Agreement with TKDA for 2025 street preservation engineering services not to exceed $369,072.00
• City Hall mechanical-electrical-plumbing project amendment increasing total not to exceed $3,737,097.00
• Minnesota Department of Public Safety grant of $111,600 for 2025 Towards Zero Deaths Project
• Ordinance amending Duluth City Code regarding snow emergencies and snowplowing

The Duluth City Council unanimously adopted resolutions setting the 2025 property tax levies for general purposes, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the Special Parks Fund. It also approved a consent agenda covering contracts, licenses, grants, and software agreements, and tabled three resolutions related to the Downtown Waterfront Special Service District. Two ordinances were read for the first time, and one ordinance dedicating park property was adopted.

• Adopted 2025 general tax levy resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 HRA tax levy resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Special Parks Fund levy resolution (unanimous)
• Approved $369,072 engineering contract for 2025 Street Preservation Project (unanimous)
• Approved $111,600 Towards Zero Deaths grant from MN Dept. of Public Safety (unanimous)
• Approved $47,953 amendment to City Hall MEP project, new total $3,737,097 (unanimous)
• Tabled Downtown Waterfront Special Service District resolutions (3 items)
• Adopted ordinance dedicating real property as park property (unanimous)

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will review and discuss a proposed surcharge for water infrastructure. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the August 20, 2024 minutes, a public comment period, and updates from staff. No decisions are noted beyond the surcharge discussion.

• Water Infrastructure Surcharge discussion
• Approval of August 20, 2024 DPUC meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Updates from staff

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission discussed three options for a water infrastructure surcharge to cover debt service but made no decision, with staff to provide more detailed numbers at the next meeting. The Commission approved the August 20, 2024 meeting minutes. Staff reported the 500th lead service replacement this year and upcoming EPA compliance starting October 16.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (all present, Medved and Tomanek absent)
• Discussed water infrastructure surcharge options (flat fee ~$7.70-$7.80/user, $0.84/CCF, or per rate category) — no decision
• Commissioner Mayou suggested setting a maximum surcharge amount — discussion only
• Attorney Anderson to investigate municipal agreements and rate vs. fee differences — action item
• Attorney Anderson to review potential conflict of interest for councilors delegating authority — action item

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.

The Duluth Human Rights Commission met on September 11, 2024, and approved the minutes from its September 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the provided text.

• Approved September 2024 minutes

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission will review and act on several land‑use items, including an interim use permit renewal, a minor subdivision, an easement vacation, and multiple variances. It will also consider a special use permit to fill a floodplain and a shoreland variance for Sofidel America at 100 North Central Avenue, followed by a public hearing on Sofidel’s environmental assessment worksheet. The commission will also address approval of previous meeting minutes and receive reports from various boards.

• Interim Use Permit Renewal at 728 South Lake Avenue (Kay Baker)
• Minor Subdivision at 4918 Peabody Street (Daniel Howe)
• Drainage and Utility Easement Vacation in the Kayak Bay Plat (Spirit Valley Land Company)
• Special Use Permit for Fill in a Floodplain at 100 North Central Avenue (Sofidel America)
• Public Hearing for Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Sofidel America (PLEAW-2408-0001)

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider a series of resolutions, including accepting a $4,990,906.48 grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to retrofit the Palm Street stormwater pond. Other items include a $2,226,710.93 MPCA grant for 32nd Avenue West watershed improvements, a $649,000 purchase of two street sweepers, a $40,001 amendment to the professional services agreement with HKA Global, and an $80,154 addition to the crime victim services grant.

• Resolution accepting a $4,990,906.48 MPCA grant for Palm Street stormwater pond retrofit
• Resolution accepting a $2,226,710.93 MPCA grant for stormwater drainage improvements in the 32nd Avenue West watershed
• Resolution authorizing purchase of two street sweepers from MacQueen Equipment, Inc. for $649,000
• Resolution amending the Professional Services Agreement with HKA Global, LLC, increasing the contract by $40,001 to a total not exceeding $120,001
• Resolution adding $80,154 to the Crime Victim Services Prosecutorial Grant for the victim services specialist position

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission is meeting to discuss the 2025 parking fund budget and updates to off-street and on-street parking. The body will also consider specific requests for accessible parking zones and a drop-off zone on 2nd Avenue East.

• 2025 Parking Fund budget update (PKC238)
• Proposal to convert a meter stall on 2nd Avenue East to a ten-minute drop-off zone (PKC237)
• On-street accessible parking zone requests
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

The Duluth Parking Commission approved a change to alternate-side parking on the zero block of South 18th Avenue East, shifting to a 1:00 a.m.–7:00 a.m. configuration. It also approved five on-street accessible parking zone requests and a ten-minute drop-off zone on South 2nd Avenue East. The 2025 parking fund budget was discussed but not voted on.

• Approved alternate-side parking change on zero block of S 18th Ave E (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 706 N 7th Ave E (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 801 101st Ave W (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 2624 W 4th St (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 3421 W 2nd St (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 117 N 18th Ave E (4-0)
• Approved conversion of meter stall on S 2nd Ave E to 10-minute drop-off zone (4-0)
• Approved August 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Commission on Disabilities.

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed.

The Duluth Commission on Disabilities met on September 4, 2024, at 3:30 PM in Room 430, 411 West First Street. The minutes list only agenda and attachment indexes with no recorded discussion, motions, or votes. No substantive decisions were made.

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate and contains no specific discussion items or decisions.

The Duluth Citizen Review Board convened on August 28, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The minutes list agenda items and attachments but contain no recorded motions, votes, or decisions. The meeting appears to have been procedural only, with no substantive actions taken.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will vote on several resolutions, including a $500,000 grant agreement with the 1200 Fund to launch a storefront loan program. Other items include a $140,000 development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for 22 W 1st Street, a modification to create Tax Increment Financing District No. 38, an update to the DEDA fee schedule, and a street and utility easement over Lester River Road. The board will also appoint a temporary executive director and approve cash transactions for November 2024.

• Resolution approving $500,000 grant agreement with the 1200 Fund for a storefront loan program
• Resolution authorizing a $140,000 development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for redevelopment of 22 W 1st Street
• Resolution adopting a modification to the development program establishing Tax Increment Financing District No. 38 and its TIF plan
• Resolution updating the Duluth Economic Development Authority fee schedule
• Resolution authorizing conveyance of a street and utility easement over Lester River Road property to the City of Duluth

The Duluth Economic Development Authority approved a development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for the redevelopment of 22 W 1st Street in downtown Duluth, with $140,000 in funding. It also approved a pre-development and option agreement with Goodwill Industries Vocational Enterprises Inc. for the True North Goodwill Resource Center project, and adopted a modification to Development District No. 17 establishing Tax Increment Financing District No. 38. The board approved a $500,000 grant agreement with the 1200 Fund for a storefront loan program, updated its fee schedule, and appointed Tricia Hobbs as temporary DEDA executive director. All items were approved as listed, with no vote tallies recorded.

• Approved development agreement with Studio Cafe LLC for 22 W 1st Street redevelopment ($140,000)
• Approved pre-development and option agreement with Goodwill Industries for True North Goodwill Resource Center
• Adopted modification to Development District No. 17 and established TIF District No. 38
• Approved $500,000 grant agreement with 1200 Fund for storefront loan program
• Updated DEDA fee schedule
• Authorized conveyance of street and utility easement over Lester River Road property to City of Duluth
• Approved appointment of Tricia Hobbs as temporary DEDA executive director
• Approved meeting minutes and cash transactions for November 2024

City Council

The Duluth City Council will vote on a series of resolutions, including a grant application by Sofidel America Corp. for a Minnesota Investment Fund grant or rebate of up to $3.1 million. Other items include an amendment to a software agreement with Tyler Technologies increasing the contract to $724,111, and several procurement agreements for water infrastructure and city projects. The meeting also contains routine appointments and approvals of temporary liquor licenses.

• Resolution supporting Sofidel America Corp.'s application for a Minnesota Investment Fund grant/rebate of up to $3.1 million (24-0687R)
• Resolution authorizing an amendment to the Tyler Technologies agreement, adding $8,700 for a total contract amount of $724,111 (24-0658R)
• Resolution authorizing a sole source purchase of water meter parts from Badger Meter, Inc. for $152,119.42 (24-0644R)
• Resolution authorizing an agreement with Northland Consulting Engineers, LLP for water main design services up to $59,450 (24-0660R)
• Resolution authorizing an agreement with St. Louis County for the 2025 chip seal project (24-0688R)

The Duluth City Council approved all 26 consent agenda resolutions, covering temporary liquor license expansions, a software contract amendment, civil service classifications, appointments, and various public works agreements. An ordinance dedicating a street easement was read for the first time. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Adopted resolution approving temporary expansion of on-sale liquor serving areas
• Adopted resolution authorizing Tyler Technologies software amendment for $8,700 increase
• Adopted resolution approving new civil service classification for Life Safety Supervisor
• Adopted resolution confirming Jerome Johnson to Seaway Port Authority
• Adopted resolution supporting Sofidel America's $3.1 million Minnesota Investment Fund grant application
• Adopted resolution authorizing $152,119.42 sole source purchase from Badger Meter
• Adopted resolution authorizing $180,446.00 engineering services for lift station rehab
• Read ordinance dedicating perpetual street easement for first time

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat and a UDC map amendment. The body will also review several permit requests and determine if two projects align with the Comprehensive Plan for Tax Increment Financing (TIF).

• UDC Map Amendment from MU-N and MU-I to F-6 for areas along E 4th Street
• TIF Comprehensive Plan conformance for Sofidel America at 100 N Central Avenue
• TIF Comprehensive Plan conformance for Braeview at 404 E 5th St
• Preliminary Plat of Tract B in Harbor Highlands by One Roof Community Housing
• Special Use Permit for a cemetery at 3730 Martin Road

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will discuss and vote on the 2025 proposed utilities budget and utility fee changes. The meeting includes approval of July 2024 minutes and updates from staff, with no major zoning or contract items listed.

• 2025 Proposed Utilities Budget (DPUC129)
• Resolution approving 2025 budget (24PUC-002)
• Proposed 2025 Utility Fees (DPUC131)
• Resolution establishing 2025 utility fees (24PUC-003)
• Water System Funding Strategy (unfinished business)

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved the proposed 2025 utilities budget and the 2025 utility-related fees, both to be recommended to the City Council. The commission also discussed a draft ordinance for a new water infrastructure fee, with comments due by the following Friday, and received updates on lead service line replacement and other projects.

• Approved July 16, 2024 meeting minutes (all present)
• Approved resolution 24PUC-002 recommending 2025 utilities budget to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved resolution 24PUC-003 establishing 2025 utility-related fees (unanimous)

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The Duluth Human Rights Commission met on August 14, 2024, at 5:30 PM in Room 430 of City Hall. The minutes record only the agenda and approval of the August 2024 minutes, with no substantive decisions, votes, or discussions noted.

• Approved August 2024 minutes (no vote tally recorded)

City Council

The Duluth City Council will vote on several contracts and funding resolutions, including a $57,800 agreement for Duluth Fiber Expansion Phase 2, a new 2024–2026 police labor contract, and multiple amendments to development and infrastructure agreements. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, audit reports, and a second reading of an ordinance repealing a false-soliciting section of the city code.

• $57,800 contract with Bolton & Menk for Duluth Fiber Expansion Phase 2
• 2024–2026 collective bargaining agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services Local 503
• $126,834 engineering services contract with LHB for London Road lead service line replacement
• $180,565 contract with Geograph Industries for park sign fabrication and installation
• Ordinance repealing Section 34-14 of Chapter 34 on false soliciting (second reading)

Commission on Disabilities.

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items or decisions are listed in the provided document.

The Duluth Commission on Disabilities met on August 7, 2024, at 3:30 PM in Room 430, 411 West First Street. The minutes list only the agenda and attachment indexes, with no recorded discussion, motions, or votes. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

Civil Service Board.

The Duluth Civil Service Board meets to approve minutes from the June 11 meeting and review new and revised job descriptions for city roles. The board also receives updates on audits and reviews non-public eligible lists.

• Review of revised job descriptions for Construction Services Combination Inspector, Permit Coordinator II, and others
• Status update on new, pending, and complete audits (non-public data excluded)
• Non-public review of eligible lists
• Notice of suspension without pay for ISD 709 employee (July 9, 2024)

The Civil Service Board approved the minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting and approved all eight new or revised job descriptions presented under new business, including positions in construction services, land use, life safety, economic development, permitting, and utility services. The board also received informational items on audits and eligible lists, and discussed a notice of suspension without pay for ISD 709. No appeals were heard.

• Approved minutes from June 11, 2024 meeting
• Approved Construction Services Combination Inspector job description
• Approved Construction Services Permit Coordinator II job description
• Approved Land Use & Community Development Supervisor job description
• Approved Life Safety Supervisor job description
• Approved Manager, Economic Development & DEDA job description
• Approved Permitting Services Supervisor job description
• Approved Utility Meter & Appliance Technician job description

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will review proposals for weekend on-street parking fee enforcement in Canal Park and the naming of two new city-owned parking facilities. The meeting also includes updates on both on-street and off-street parking.

• Proposal for weekend on-street parking fee enforcement in Canal Park
• Proposal to name two new city-owned parking facilities
• Proposal to rename the Medical District Ramp
• On-street parking update
• Off-street parking update

The Duluth Parking Commission approved adding Saturday and Sunday on-street parking fee enforcement in Canal Park, with hours mirroring weekdays. The commission also approved two accessible parking zone requests and named a new parking facility 'Medical District Ramp East.' All other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved weekend on-street parking fee enforcement in Canal Park (5-1)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 2904 West 2nd Street (6-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 615 North 56th Avenue West (6-0)
• Named new parking facility 'Medical District Ramp East' (6-0)
• Approved July 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Duluth City Council will vote on multiple appointments to local authorities, accept grants totaling up to $724,807 for workforce and energy programs, and consider amendments to city codes related to property, public safety, and public spaces. The meeting also includes routine approvals of contracts and license renewals.

• Confirm appointments to Seaway Port Authority, Duluth Airport Authority, Public Utilities Commission, Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority, and Duluth Transit Authority
• Accept grants: $500,000 from US Department of Energy for energy programs and $224,807 from Center for Workforce Inclusion for older adult services
• Approve $851,648 purchase of 13,600 tons of road salt from Morton Salt, Inc. for 2024-25 winter season
• Amend city codes to redefine abandoned property, establish misdemeanor offenses for disturbing the neighborhood, graffiti, and camping on city property
• Approve settlement agreement in Kirk v. City of Duluth for $135,000

The Duluth City Council adopted a package of public safety ordinances, including a ban on camping on city property (5-4), and redefined abandoned property, graffiti, and other offenses. It also reaffirmed support for the homeless and allocated $500,000 in ARPA funds for triage shelter capacity (8-1). All consent agenda items were adopted, including contracts, grants, and appointments.

• Adopted ordinance prohibiting camping on city property (5-4)
• Adopted ordinance redefining abandoned property (6-3)
• Adopted ordinance establishing disturbing the neighborhood as misdemeanor (6-3)
• Adopted ordinance modifying false soliciting language (failed motion to fail, 1-8)
• Adopted ordinance amending graffiti definitions and establishing misdemeanor (6-3)
• Adopted ordinance making violations on public property misdemeanors (6-3)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting camping on city property (5-4)
• Adopted resolution reaffirming support for homeless and allocating $500,000 ARPA funds (8-1)

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate and contains no specific discussion items or decisions.

The Duluth Citizen Review Board meeting on July 24, 2024, was procedural only, with no substantive decisions made. The minutes list the agenda and attachments but record no actions, votes, or outcomes.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is meeting to vote on several real estate acquisitions and development agreements. The body will discuss property transfers in the downtown district and funding for housing projects.

• Acquisition of real property in the Downtown District from Garrick Land, LLC
• Contribution of up to $115,000 to Plover Place, LLC for homeless housing construction
• Amended and Restated Predevelopment Agreement with Inland Development Partners, LLC for Lot D
• Land sale termination agreement with Anachi, LLC for the Rebuild Duluth program
• License agreement between DEDA and City of Duluth for Bayfront property vehicular parking

The Duluth Economic Development Authority approved all items on its July 24, 2024 agenda, including the acquisition of downtown property from Garrick Land, LLC, an amended predevelopment agreement for the Lot D redevelopment project, a $115,000 contribution to Plover Place, LLC for a homeless housing project, a land sale termination agreement with Anachi, LLC, and a license agreement with the City of Duluth for bayfront parking and park purposes. The board also approved meeting minutes from March, May, and June 2024, and cash transactions for June 2024. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved acquisition of downtown real property from Garrick Land, LLC
• Approved amended predevelopment agreement with Inland Development Partners, LLC for Lot D redevelopment
• Approved up to $115,000 contribution to Plover Place, LLC for homeless housing development
• Approved land sale termination agreement with Anachi, LLC related to Rebuild Duluth program
• Approved license agreement with City of Duluth for bayfront parking and park purposes
• Approved minutes of March 27, May 22, and June 26, 2024 regular meetings
• Approved cash transactions for June 1-30, 2024

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will discuss the water system funding strategy and review the 2025 draft budget. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting.

• 2025 Draft Budget Review
• Water System Funding Strategy
• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission approved the June 18, 2024 meeting minutes and received updates on a proposed water infrastructure fee, the draft 2025 utility budgets, and ongoing projects. No substantive decisions were made; the commission discussed the budget and water funding strategy, which will continue at the August 20 meeting. Staff reported waiting on an EPA administrative order and noted about 20 gas meters failing weekly.

• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (all present)
• No vote on water system funding strategy; ordinance being drafted
• No vote on 2025 draft budget; review and discussion only
• No vote on utility fees; resolution expected at August 20 meeting

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider multiple resolutions and ordinances, including zoning changes near the airport, public safety code updates, street closures and designations, and contracts for infrastructure projects. The meeting also includes appointments to commissions and agreements with state agencies.

• Rezone 6 acres from MU-B to AP zoning at Duluth International Airport
• Award $6.38M contract to Lakehead Constructors for Woodland Booster Station improvement
• Approve $288K US Army Corps of Engineers agreement for Irving Park biofilter basin
• Temporarily close W. 5th and W. 6th Streets at W. Skyline Parkway for construction
• Amend city code to redefine abandoned property and prohibit camping on city property

The Duluth City Council approved a $6,380,940 contract with Lakehead Constructors for the Woodland Booster Station Improvement Project and adopted a rezoning of 6 acres at Duluth International Airport from Mixed Use Business Park to Airport. The council also adopted a resolution reversing the Planning Commission's denial of a side yard setback variance for a garage at 1231 W 4th Street, and tabled a resolution confirming Grant Prentice to the Seaway Port Authority. A series of ordinances, including one prohibiting camping on city property, were read for the first time and no final action was recorded.

• Approved $6,380,940 contract with Lakehead Constructors for Woodland Booster Station Improvement Project (vote tally not recorded in minutes)
• Adopted rezoning of 6 acres at Duluth International Airport from Mixed Use Business Park to Airport
• Adopted resolution reversing Planning Commission denial of side yard setback variance for garage at 1231 W 4th Street (vote tally not recorded)
• Failed a motion to affirm the Planning Commission's denial of the same 1231 W 4th Street variance (vote tally not recorded)
• Tabled resolution confirming Grant Prentice to the Seaway Port Authority
• Adopted consent agenda items including temporary liquor licenses, lawful gambling permit for Irving Community Association, and $288,000 Army Corps of Engineers agreement for Irving Park Biofilter Basin
• Adopted resolution approving agreement with Duluth Transit Authority for one community-based K-9 police officer for five years
• Read for the first time an ordinance prohibiting camping on city property; no adoption vote recorded

Parking Commission.

The commission will review requests for accessible parking zones and a proposed loading zone at 331 East 4th Street. The meeting also includes updates regarding both on-street and off-street parking.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests
• Proposal for a loading zone at 331 East 4th Street
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

The Commission approved three requests for on-street accessible parking zones and one request for a new loading zone. Members also received operational updates on off-street parking ramps and on-street streetscape projects.

• Approved accessible parking zone at 923 South Lake Avenue (6-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 902 North Central Avenue (6-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 3813 West 5th Street (6-0)
• Approved loading zone at 331 East 4th Street for Exclusive Detail Duluth LLC (6-0)
• Approved June 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several items including an easement vacation, a new vacation dwelling unit permit, and a dental office planning review. The meeting also includes a variance request for a detached garage and a discussion regarding TIF conformance at Sofidel America.

• Vacation of Easement at 1420 London Road
• Interim Use Permit for a New Vacation Dwelling Unit at 204 W House Street
• MU-I Planning Review for Dental Office at 1420 London Road
• Variance for Detached Garage at 4404 London Road
• TIF conformance at Sofidel America, 100 N Central Avenue

Duluth Citizen Review Board

This is a notice for the upcoming meeting of the Duluth Citizen Review Board. The provided agenda contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

The board held a meeting on June 26, 2024. The provided minutes document the meeting agenda and record of proceedings, but do not list any specific votes or substantive policy decisions.

• Meeting convened on June 26, 2024
• Agenda and minutes for June 2024 reviewed

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will review several resolutions regarding business agreements. These include a lease modification for Red Wagon Popcorn LLC, development agreement releases for Saturday Zenith, LLC and Ikonics Corporation, and an amendment to a license agreement with Amazon.

• Amending lease agreement with Red Wagon Popcorn LLC for Lighthouse Lot vending
• Partial release of development agreement for Saturday Zenith, LLC
• Certificate of completion and release of forfeiture for Ikonics Corporation
• First amendment to the license agreement with Amazon

The Duluth Economic Development Authority approved several resolutions regarding business agreements and property releases. This included modifications to a vending lease and the release of development agreements for Saturday Zenith, LLC and Ikonics Corporation.

• Approved minutes from August 5, 2024 special meeting
• Approved minutes from February 28, 2024 special meeting
• Approved cash transactions from November 1, 2024 to November 30, 2024
• Approved resolution amending lease agreement with Red Wagon Popcorn LLC for Lighthouse Lot vending
• Approved partial release of development agreement for Saturday Zenith, LLC
• Approved certificate of completion and release of forfeiture for Ikonics Corporation
• Approved first amendment to license agreement with Amazon

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding public works, licensing, and property assessments. The agenda includes multiple contract approvals for city-wide sewer lining, parking ramp repairs, and lead service replacements.

• Contract with Veit & Company, Inc. for $1,299,965.00 for 2024 CIPP sanitary sewer lining
• Contract with Advanced Masonry Restoration, Inc. not to exceed $168,348.00 for parking ramp repairs
• Agreement with LHB, Inc. not to exceed $368,715.00 for Fairmont neighborhood lead service replacement
• Agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. not to exceed $332,070.00 for Lincoln neighborhood lead service replacement
• Ordinance to reclassify 6 acres at Duluth International Airport from Mixed Use Business Park to Airport

The Duluth City Council approved a 25-item consent agenda, including a $1,299,965 contract with Veit & Company for citywide sanitary sewer lining and up to $1,000,000 for aerial lift bridge decking material from Frontier Gratings. It also approved engineering agreements for lead service replacement in the Fairmont and Lincoln neighborhoods, totaling up to $700,785. One resolution, confirming Grant Prentice to the Seaway Port Authority, was tabled. Three ordinances were read for the first time, including a zoning map amendment at Duluth International Airport.

• Approved $1,299,965 contract with Veit & Company for 2024 CIPP sanitary sewer lining (citywide)
• Approved sole source purchase of up to $1,000,000 in aerial lift bridge decking from Frontier Gratings
• Approved $368,715 agreement with LHB, Inc. for lead service replacement engineering in Fairmont neighborhood
• Approved $332,070 agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. for lead service replacement engineering in Lincoln neighborhood
• Approved up to $102,000 to abate nuisances by removing two structurally unsound buildings
• Approved $168,348 contract with Advanced Masonry Restoration for parking ramp rehabilitation
• Tabled resolution confirming appointment of Grant Prentice to Seaway Port Authority
• Read for first time: ordinance to reclassify 6 acres at Duluth International Airport from MU-B to AP

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will conduct a roll call and public comment period. The agenda includes the review of minutes from the April 16, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes

The Commission approved staff moving forward with a proposal to convert the existing clean water surcharge into a water infrastructure fee to fund required corrections under an EPA order. Staff reported that 217 lead service lines have been replaced this year, with 1,500 planned for next year. The Commission also approved the April 16 meeting minutes and noted that bids for the Water Treatment Plant resiliency project were too high, prompting a rescoping to include rented generators.

• Approved April 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved staff moving forward with converting clean water surcharge to water infrastructure fee
• Rescoped Water Treatment Plant resiliency project due to high bids
• Reported 217 lead services replaced this year; 1,500 planned for next year

Duluth Human Rights Commission

This is a notice for the upcoming meeting of the Duluth Human Rights Commission. The agenda provided contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

The Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024, did not take place. The meeting was cancelled because a quorum of members was not present.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a TIF plan modification for Incline Plaza Phase 1 and funding for youth employment services. The agenda also includes applications for drinking water loans, road closures, and a $600,000 legal settlement.

• Modification to Development District No. 17 and establishment of TIF District No. 37 - Incline Plaza Phase 1
• Acceptance of $508,949 from Youthprise for the Homeless Youth Stipend Pilot Program
• Loan applications to the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority for lead service line replacements
• Closure of 92nd Avenue W. between Idaho Street and Hilton Street
• Settlement in Jared Fyle v. Tyler Leibfried and the City of Duluth for $600,000.00

The City Council approved a $600,000 settlement in the Jared Fyle v. Tyler Leibfried and City of Duluth case. The council also established Tax Increment District No. 37 for Incline Plaza Phase 1 and authorized several lead service line replacement loan applications.

• Approved $600,000 settlement for Jared Fyle v. Tyler Leibfried and the City of Duluth
• Established Tax Increment District No. 37 (Incline Plaza Phase 1) (7-1)
• Approved $508,949 from Youthprise for homeless youth stipend pilot program
• Authorized loan applications for New Duluth and Raleigh Street/Chester Park Alley lead service line replacements
• Approved $295,030 contract with MSA Professional Services, Inc. for engineering support
• Approved $115,000 grant for traffic enforcement on Skyline Parkway and Grand Avenue
• Ordered the closure of 92nd Avenue W. between Idaho Street and Hilton Street
• Adopted ordinance for street easement to the City of Rice Lake at Riley Road Tree Farm

Parking Commission.

The Parking Commission will review several proposals regarding street parking zones and loading areas. The meeting also includes updates on off-street and on-street parking.

• Ten-minute drop-off zone at 1823 East Superior Street
• Conversion of meter stall at 32 East 1st Street to a loading zone
• Public parking rates for the new Eastern Medical District parking facility
• On-street parking update
• Off-street parking update

The Parking Commission approved two on-street accessible parking zones, a ten-minute drop-off zone at 1823 East Superior Street, and converting a meter stall at 32 East 1st Street into a loading zone extension. It also approved a recommended public parking rates package for the new Medical District East Public Ramp, with budget details to come at a future meeting. All votes were 4-0. The rest of the meeting was updates and public comment, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved accessible parking zone at 2322 West 8th Street (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 2508 West 2nd Street (4-0)
• Approved ten-minute drop-off zone at 1823 East Superior Street (4-0)
• Approved converting meter stall at 32 East 1st Street to loading zone extension (4-0)
• Approved recommended public parking rates for Medical District East Public Ramp (4-0)
• Approved May 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Commission on Disabilities.

This is a meeting agenda for the City of Duluth Commission on Disabilities. The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location.

The provided document contains the meeting header and index references but does not list any discussions, motions, or votes. No substantive actions were recorded in the text provided.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct second readings of two ordinances. One ordinance concerns dimensional standards for residential and mixed-use zones, while the other addresses the administration of the electrical code.

• Ordinance 24-011-O: Amending dimensional standards for Residential-Traditional, Residential-Urban, and Mixed Use-Neighborhood zones
• Ordinance 24-020-O: Amending Chapter 10, Section 26 to delegate electrical code administration and enforcement to the State of Minnesota

The City Council adopted two ordinances during a special meeting. One modifies dimensional standards for specific residential and mixed-use zone districts, and the other transfers electrical code enforcement to the State of Minnesota.

• Adopted Ordinance 24-011-O amending dimensional standards for Residential-Traditional, Residential-Urban, and Mixed Use-Neighborhood zones (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 24-020-O delegating electrical code administration and enforcement to the State of Minnesota (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure, property acquisitions, and licensing. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances related to electrical code administration, street easements, and city administrator authority.

• Contract for 2023 Lead Water Service Replacement with Veit & Company, Inc. up to $2,861,207.00
• Engineering services for Railroad Street reconditioning not to exceed $163,225.00
• Construction engineering support for 2023 Lead Water Service Replacement up to $518,570.00
• Transfer of $14,507,890 and two contracts to the Duluth Economic Development Authority
• Acquisition of property in Lincoln Park neighborhood for $5,000

The Duluth City Council approved transferring $14,507,890 and assigning two contracts to the Duluth Economic Development Authority for affordable housing, childcare, and blight reduction, adopted as amended by a 7-2 vote. A motion to table the resolution failed 2-6. The council also adopted four ordinances, including one amending residential and mixed-use dimensional standards, and approved all 10 consent agenda resolutions unanimously.

• Approved transfer of $14,507,890 and assignment of two contracts to the Duluth Economic Development Authority for affordable housing, childcare, and blight reduction, as amended (7-2)
• Motion to table the DEDA transfer resolution failed (2-6)
• Adopted ordinance establishing a funding framework using annual appropriations and the OPEB Trust Fund for other post-employment benefits
• Adopted ordinance amending surplus property disposal procedures regarding canine partners
• Adopted ordinance amending dimensional standards in Residential-Traditional, Residential-Urban, and Mixed Use-Neighborhood zone districts
• Adopted ordinance expanding the City Administrator's authority to sign city contracts, collective bargaining agreements, and leases
• Approved contract to Veit & Company, Inc. for 2023 Lead Water Service Replacement - New Duluth Neighborhood, not to exceed $2,861,207.00 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for engineering services for Railroad Street Reconditioning Project, not to exceed $163,225.00 (unanimous)

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority approved a modification to the development program for District No. 17 to establish TIF District No. 37 for Incline Plaza Phase 1. The board also authorized a lease agreement for a vending business at the Lighthouse Lot.

• Approved January 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved cash transactions for March 2024
• Approved cash transactions for April 2024
• Approved lease agreement with Red Wagon Popcorn LLC for space in the Lighthouse Lot
• Approved modification to Development District No. 17 to establish TIF District No. 37 (Incline Plaza Phase 1) and its financing plan

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several land use requests, including variances and interim use permits. The meeting includes the adoption of a final review for the Central High School Redevelopment Project. The commission will also discuss TIF district compliance for Incline Plaza Phase 1.

• Adoption of Final AUAR for Central High School Redevelopment Project at 800 E Central Entrance
• Compliance with TIF District No. 37 for Incline Plaza Phase 1
• Interim Use Permit for an Outdoor Living Site at 206 W 4th Street
• Variance from Shoreland Setback at 5730 London Road
• Minor Subdivision for Incline Village at 802 E Central Entrance

City Council

The City Council is considering various municipal actions including public works projects, collective bargaining agreements, and liquor license approvals. The agenda also includes several ordinances regarding city code amendments and land reclassifications.

• Raleigh Street reconstruction contract for $2,788,500.00
• 6th Avenue East Extension project contract for $3,822,500.00
• Brighton Beach Road reconstruction contract for $2,063,200.00
• Toshiba Business Solutions copier rental/maintenance for $10,648.81 monthly
• Welch Place Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan public hearing

Parking Commission.

The commission will review requests for on-street accessible parking zones. The meeting also includes updates regarding off-street and on-street parking.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests (KPC227)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

The Duluth Parking Commission approved four on-street accessible parking zone requests at 517 North 58th Avenue West, 627 East 4th Street, 319 South 19th Avenue East, and 625 North 11th Avenue East, each by a 5-0 vote. It also approved the April 2024 minutes with a title correction from "Fond Du Lac Casino" to "Fond Du Luth Casino," 5-0. Staff gave updates: the Hart District Ramp pedestrian access system is nearly complete, with Technology Village and Medical District ramps next, and a proposed reduction of overnight parking restriction days in the downtown bar district is on hold after a recent public safety incident. No public comments were offered.

• Approved April 2024 minutes with title correction to "Fond Du Luth Casino" (5-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 517 North 58th Avenue West (5-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 627 East 4th Street (5-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 319 South 19th Avenue East (5-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 625 North 11th Avenue East (5-0)

Commission on Disabilities.

This is the agenda for the May 2024 meeting of the Duluth Commission on Disabilities. The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location.

The provided document contains only the meeting header and index information. No substantive decisions, discussions, or actions are recorded in the text.

City Council

The council will consider a $3.9 million transfer to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority for affordable housing. The agenda also includes approving law enforcement software contracts and various municipal service agreements.

• $3.9 million transfer to HRA for affordable housing
• Up to $1,204,823 law enforcement records management software contract
• $341,422.54 grant for the Wadena West project
• Up to $16,817,100 port infrastructure development grant sponsorship
• Designation of Belanger Block as a heritage preservation landmark

The Duluth City Council rejected a resolution to transfer $3,900,000 to the Housing & Redevelopment Authority for affordable housing, with the vote splitting 4-4. The council unanimously approved numerous other items, including liquor licenses, personnel appointments, and infrastructure contracts. A heritage preservation ordinance for the Belanger Block was read for the first time but not voted on.

• Resolution to transfer $3.9M to Housing & Redevelopment Authority rejected (4-4)
• Motion to table the $3.9M transfer failed (4-4)
• Approved $341,422.54 grant to Center City Housing Corporation for Wadena West project
• Approved $16,817,100 grant sponsorship for Hallett Dock 7 project
• Approved $1,204,823 five-year agreement with Tyler Technologies for law enforcement records system
• Approved $202,327 architectural design services for Lake Superior Zoo main building
• Approved $136,291 engineering services for Junction Ave/St. Marie St reconditioning
• Ordinance designating Belanger Block as heritage landmark read for first time

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will meet to elect a new Vice President. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Citizens' Climate Lobby and updates from staff.

• Election of Vice President
• Presentation by Citizens' Climate Lobby
• Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission approved its March 26, 2024 minutes and elected Commissioner Erin Abramson as Vice President, both by all present. The commission heard a Duluth Climate & Energy Network presentation proposing a move away from natural gas, but took no action; staff advised the commission to consider what falls within its authorities (mainly rates, fees, appeals, and system expansion). Staff reported lead line replacement construction began in Gary and Lincoln Park, a $75,000 state grant for the lead line inventory, and a $14M water treatment plant project where 50% funding is hoped for. No substantive rate, contract, or project decisions were made.

• Approved March 26, 2024 meeting minutes (all present)
• Elected Commissioner Erin Abramson as Vice President (all present)
• No action taken on Duluth Climate & Energy Network decarbonization presentation

Duluth Human Rights Commission

This is a notice for the Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting held at City Hall. The provided agenda contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

The provided minutes for the Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting on April 10, 2024, list only agenda and attachment indexes. No specific actions, votes, or discussions are recorded in the supplied text.

• No substantive decisions recorded in the provided text

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider proposed amendments to UDC text regarding dimensional standards for several zone districts. The agenda also includes map amendments for an air traffic control tower site and residential uses north of Bald Eagle Circle. Additionally, the commission will review the final AUAR for the Central High School Redevelopment Project.

• Proposed UDC Text Amendments to R-1, R-2, and MU-N zone dimensional standards
• Map Amendment for proposed Air Traffic Control Tower site
• Adoption of final AUAR for Central High School Redevelopment Project
• Lobby expansion review for Pier B Hotel at 800 Railroad Street
• UDC Map Amendment north of Bald Eagle Circle

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions including a $8.1 million street preservation contract and a $8 million budget for Spirit Mountain. Other business includes appointments to city boards, property purchases, and ordinances regarding crossbow use.

• $8,181,240.00 contract to Ulland Brothers, Inc. for the 2024 Street Preservation Project
• $8,089,724 budget for the Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority
• $42,543 grant award for Duluth Police Department community service officer wages
• $261,836.00 agreement with AstroTurf Corporation for Wade Stadium turf replacement
• Purchase of real property in Lincoln Park neighborhood for $5,000

The City Council adopted a series of resolutions via consent agenda, including major infrastructure contracts and a budget for the Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority. The council also passed ordinances to rename a street and update city code regarding crossbow use.

• Approved $8,181,240.00 contract to Ulland Brothers, Inc. for 2024 Street Preservation Project
• Approved $8,089,724 budget for Spirit Mountain Recreation Area Authority (FY May 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025)
• Approved $230,635.14 contract to JMF Construction, Inc. for 2024 Citywide Patch and Sidewalk Project
• Approved $261,836.00 agreement with AstroTurf Corporation for Wade Stadium turf replacement
• Approved $5,000 purchase of real property from James D. McCauley in Lincoln Park
• Approved $42,543 grant for Duluth Police Department Community Service Officers
• Adopted ordinance to rename platted James Street to Katherine Lane
• Adopted ordinances updating city code to authorize and clarify crossbow hunting

Parking Commission.

The commission will review requests for on-street accessible parking zones. The agenda also includes updates regarding both off-street and on-street parking.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

The Duluth Parking Commission approved a request for an on-street accessible parking zone at 1711 East 6th Street. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes. Updates were provided on off-street parking operations, including security incident counts and pending facility sales, but no new decisions were made on those items.

• Approved March 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved on-street accessible parking zone at 1711 East 6th Street (4-0)

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda contains only procedural information. No specific topics, discussions, or decisions are detailed in this document.

The provided document contains only the meeting header and index references. No actions, votes, or discussions are recorded in the text.

Duluth Citizen Review Board

This is a notice for the upcoming meeting of the Duluth Citizen Review Board. The provided agenda document contains no specific discussion items or proposed actions.

The provided record indicates that no meeting occurred on March 27, 2024. The documentation lists the event as 'No March Meeting'.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will consider several resolutions regarding real estate transactions in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. The agenda also includes updates to development agreements for the Urbane Duluth project and a revenue sharing agreement with the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority.

• Acquisition of property in Lincoln Park from Belanger 1916, LLC
• Conveyance of property in Lincoln Park to Festies, Inc.
• Tariff revenue sharing agreement with Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority
• Amendments and assignments related to the Urbane Duluth project
• Approval of February 2024 cash transactions

The Duluth Economic Development Authority approved a resolution authorizing acquisition of real property in the Lincoln Park neighborhood from Belanger 1916, LLC, and a separate resolution authorizing conveyance of Lincoln Park property to Festies, Inc. The board also approved a tariff revenue sharing agreement with the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority, assignment of two contracts to DEDA, and several resolutions tied to The Merge LLC's Urbane Duluth project, including a fifth amendment to the development agreement, assignment of that agreement to Urbane 218 LLC, and an estoppel agreement with Urbane 218 LLC. Minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting and cash transactions from February 1–29, 2024 were approved. The minutes record no vote tallies and no discussion details.

• Approved acquisition of Lincoln Park property from Belanger 1916, LLC
• Approved conveyance of Lincoln Park property to Festies, Inc.
• Approved tariff revenue sharing agreement with the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority
• Approved assignment of two contracts to DEDA
• Approved fifth amendment to Urbane Duluth development agreement with The Merge LLC (property description update)
• Approved assignment of The Merge LLC development agreement to Urbane 218 LLC
• Approved estoppel agreement with Urbane 218 LLC for Urbane Duluth project
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes and February 2024 cash transactions

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission approved resolution 24PUC-001 to establish new water rates. These rates take effect for meter readings after April 14, 2024. Staff also reported that no changes to sanitary sewer rates are necessary at this time.

• Approved resolution 24PUC-001 establishing water rates effective April 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Duluth City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, including lead water service line replacements and gas blanket projects. The meeting also includes discussions on liquor licenses, community center developments, and updates to local ordinances.

• Contract for 2024 gas blanket project at various locations ($1,130,715)
• Grindline Skateparks contract for Gary New Duluth Community Center Phase IV ($945,416)
• Lead water service line replacement loans for Gary and Lincoln Park neighborhoods
• July 4 fireworks display agreement (not to exceed $60,000)
• Ordinance to rename James Street to Katherine Lane

The Duluth City Council unanimously approved numerous contracts and funding applications, including a $1.13 million gas blanket project and a $2.85 million application for Chester Park renovations. A resolution supporting a permanent ceasefire in the Middle East was defeated by a 5-4 vote. Several ordinances regarding street names, permits, and crossbow use were read for the first time.

• Approved $1,130,715 contract for 2024 Gas Blanket Project (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,850,000 application for Chester Park renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $945,416 contract for Gary Community Center Phase IV (unanimous)
• Approved $647,825 contract for water valve and meter project (unanimous)
• Failed resolution supporting permanent Middle East ceasefire (4-5)
• Approved $60,000 agreement for July 4 fireworks display (unanimous)
• Approved $442,470 contracts for 2024 street maintenance (unanimous)
• Read first time ordinances renaming James Street and amending crossbow rules

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and does not list specific discussion or decision items.

The provided document contains the meeting header and index for the Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting on March 13, 2024, but does not include the record of actions or discussions.

Planning Commission.

The Duluth Planning Commission is reviewing applications for small wireless telecommunications facilities at ten city locations, which would allow new equipment on existing structures. The body will also hold a public hearing for a Superior Choice Credit Union site plan and consider a zoning map amendment north of Bald Eagle Circle that could change land-use rules for residential properties. A separate hearing addresses the Central High School redevelopment project, though no decision is scheduled for that item.

• Concurrent Use Permits for small wireless facilities by MasTec Network Solutions at locations including 5300 Oneida Street and 1220 N Arlington Avenue
• Planning Review hearing for a Superior Choice Credit Union site at 3 W Central Entrance
• UDC Map Amendment to change zoning from R-1 to R-P north of Bald Eagle Circle by Newhaven LLC
• Variance request to reduce shoreland setback from 150' to 75' at 7210 Fremont Street by Lake Superior Zoo
• Public hearing on a draft AUAR for the Central High School Redevelopment Project (no decision scheduled)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several resolutions, including large contracts for lead water service replacements in the Gary and Lower Lincoln Park neighborhoods. The agenda also includes grant applications for park improvements and purchases of public safety equipment.

• Contract award to Veit & Company, Inc. for Gary neighborhood lead water service replacement up to $3,884,762.00
• Contract award to JMF Construction, Inc. for Lower Lincoln Park (West) lead water service replacement up to $3,678,805.71
• Purchase of 48 public safety mobile radios from Motorola Solutions through Baycom, Inc. for $302,814.72
• Grant application to the MN DNR for up to $350,000 to support the Hillside Sport Court Park Plan
• Purchase of a mini-caliber unmanned robotic vehicle from ICOR Technologies, Inc. for $74,327.56

The City Council awarded two major contracts for lead water service replacements in the Gary Neighborhood and Lower Lincoln Park. The council also approved various public safety equipment purchases and several grant applications for recreation and environmental projects.

• Awarded $3,884,762.00 contract to Veit & Company, Inc. for Gary Neighborhood lead water service replacement (Unanimous)
• Awarded $3,678,805.71 contract to JMF Construction, Inc. for Lower Lincoln Park lead water service replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $302,814.72 purchase of 48 public safety mobile radios from Motorola Solutions (Unanimous)
• Approved $74,327.56 sole source purchase of a mini-caliber unmanned robotic vehicle from ICOR Technologies, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Authorized $95,400.00 agreement with Truepani Inc. for water sampling and database management (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 settlement payment to Standard Fire Insurance Company (Unanimous)
• Authorized grant applications for Hillside Sport Court Park ($350,000) and St. Louis River Estuary access ($455,000) (Unanimous)
• Confirmed reappointment of Andrea Crouse to the Duluth Public Utilities Commission (Unanimous)

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided text contains only the meeting header for the Duluth Commission on Disabilities on March 6, 2024. It does not list any discussion topics, public hearings, votes, or action items. The body convened at City Hall but no further details are included in the supplied document.

• No specific agenda items, rezonings, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.

The provided document consists of meeting headers and index references. No substantive decisions, discussions, or votes are recorded in the text.

Parking Commission.

The commission will review requests for on-street accessible parking zones. The agenda also includes updates regarding both off-street and on-street parking.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests (KPC225)
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

The Commission approved two requests for on-street accessible parking zones. Members also discussed a request to modify overnight parking restrictions in the downtown bars area, but no action was taken on that request.

• Approved February 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 3008 Vernon Street (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 2717 West 9th Street (4-0)

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided document contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and location. No specific topics, proposals, or decisions are listed in the record.

The provided document consists of a cover page and index for the Duluth Citizen Review Board meeting. No substantive decisions, discussions, or vote tallies are recorded in the provided text.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is meeting to consider a conditional agreement for property conveyance in the Woodland neighborhood. The agenda also includes several administrative actions regarding bylaws, officer elections, and purchasing policies.

• Conditional agreement with Big Hill, LLC for $185,000 property conveyance in Woodland
• Appointment of Dan Markham to the DEDA
• Election of 2024 officers
• Amendment of DEDA bylaws
• Renewal of parking lot license agreement through April 30, 2029

City Council

The City Council will review multiple resolutions including property insurance, liquor licenses, and infrastructure projects. Items include funding for recreation trails, school redevelopment, and urban forest management.

• Property insurance contract with Hanover Insurance Company up to $298,200
• Development agreement with HNH, LLC for Western Woods Division
• Archaeological services for Central High School site redevelopment up to $133,064
• Dredging for DECC seawall via AMI Consulting Engineers in $74,100
• West Superior Street reconstruction contract increase of $45,557.62

The Duluth City Council unanimously approved 33 resolutions covering infrastructure contracts, liquor licenses, and board appointments. Key approvals included a $423,007.50 contract for the Lower Spirit Mountain Nordic Trail and a $99,719.51 amendment for West Superior Street reconstruction. The council also authorized a $298,200 property insurance contract and confirmed several new appointments to city authorities.

• Approved $298,200 property insurance contract with Hanover Insurance (unanimous)
• Approved $423,007.50 contract for Lower Spirit Mountain Nordic Trail (unanimous)
• Amended West Superior Street reconstruction contract to $99,719.51 (unanimous)
• Approved $180,474 agreement for solar PV site assessment (unanimous)
• Approved $146,520 road network survey with GoodPointe Technology (unanimous)
• Approved $90,000 settlement in Brandon Houle v. City of Duluth (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement for Western Woods Division with HNH, LLC (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointments to Economic Development, Housing, Transit, and Spirit Mountain authorities (unanimous)

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The commission will review the January 16, 2024, meeting minutes and address unfinished business regarding water public education. The agenda also includes a new business item concerning a WLSSD year-end adjustment.

• Approval of January 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Water public education discussion
• WLSSD year-end adjustment

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission decided to move forward with a 9.25% water rate increase as proposed by City staff, with a public hearing and vote on a water rate resolution set for March. The commission also reviewed a WLSSD year-end adjustment of about $468,000 for Duluth, which resulted in an 8.75% increase to sanitary sewer rates. The March regular meeting was moved from March 19 to March 26 to have a quorum, and the proposed April 1 effective date may need to change. The January 16, 2024 meeting minutes were approved by all present.

• Approved January 16, 2024 meeting minutes by all present
• Decided to move forward with 9.25% water rate increases as proposed by City staff
• Public hearing on water rates set for March, followed by vote on a water rate resolution
• Moved next regular meeting from March 19 to March 26, 2024 to have a quorum
• Noted proposed April 1 effective date for water rates may need to change
• Citizens Climate Lobby presentation scheduled for March may be postponed to April

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda for the February 14, 2024, Duluth Human Rights Commission meeting contains only procedural information. No specific topics or decisions are documented in the text.

The provided document consists of a cover page and index for the February 14, 2024, meeting. It contains no record of discussions, motions, or decisions.

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority is considering resolutions regarding maintenance dredging at the DECC seawall. This includes an agreement with AMI Consulting Engineers P.A. for plans and specifications. The agenda also includes a proposed $575,000 fund transfer to support the project.

• Engineering services agreement with AMI Consulting Engineers P.A. for $74,100
• Transfer of $575,000 from Storefront Loan Program Fund 867 to DEDA Operating Fund 860
• Maintenance dredging project to allow cruise ships to berth at the DECC seawall

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission is reviewing a new helipad at 1012 E 2nd Street and a text amendment regarding vacation dwelling units in RR-1 and RR-2 districts. The agenda also includes several wireless telecommunications facility permits and various land use requests.

• Planning review for a new helipad at 1012 E 2nd Street
• Text amendment regarding vacation dwelling units in RR-1 and RR-2 districts
• Wireless telecommunications facility permits by MasTec Network Solutions
• Interim use permits for vacation dwelling units on Missouri Avenue and Cambridge Street
• Historic resource designation at 2401 W 6th Street

City Council

The City Council will consider the issuance of up to $4,100,000 in General Obligation Steam Utility Revenue Bonds. The agenda also includes a development agreement for the Incline Plaza project and various equipment purchases for public works and police departments.

• Issuance of General Obligation Steam Utility Revenue Bonds up to $4,100,000
• Development agreement for the Incline Plaza project
• Purchase of eight 2024 Ford Police Interceptors for $342,199.04
• Purchase of a 2023 Ford Van for $315,947.09
• Vacating the 49th Avenue East right-of-way at Crosley Park Addition

The City Council adopted several resolutions via consent agenda, including funding for utility bonds, vehicle purchases, and infrastructure projects. The council also approved a development agreement for the Incline Plaza project.

• Approved issuance of steam utility revenue bonds up to $4.1M (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement for Incline Plaza project (8-1)
• Approved purchase of eight 2024 Ford Police Interceptors for $342,199.04 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford van with Envirosight Rover X for $315,947.09 (unanimous)
• Approved $361,504 increase for Brighton Beach Road reconstruction engineering (unanimous)
• Approved Duluth Production Incentive Program for visual media production (unanimous)
• Approved vacating a right of way on 49th Avenue East (unanimous)
• Approved $178,452.50 for winter maintenance vehicle cameras and software (unanimous)

Commission on Disabilities.

The provided agenda text contains only procedural information and does not list specific topics, discussions, or decisions for this meeting.

The provided document contains the meeting header and index references but does not include the record of discussions or actions. No substantive decisions are established in the text.

Parking Commission.

The commission will discuss updates regarding on-street and off-street parking. The meeting also includes a continuation of discussion on the West Superior Street redevelopment project.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests
• West Superior Street redevelopment project discussion
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update
• Annual election of commission officers

The Duluth Parking Commission approved a revised parking plan for the West Superior Street redevelopment, which eliminates projected on-street parking loss in the core area but retains some loss to the west. The Commission also approved three specific on-street accessible parking zone requests and re-elected Robert Woods and Branden Robinson as President and Vice President, respectively. All votes were unanimous 4-0.

• Approved revised West Superior Street parking plan (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 219 South 60th Avenue West (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 223 East 6th Street (4-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 15 North 23rd Avenue West (4-0)
• Re-elected Robert Woods as Commission President (4-0)
• Re-elected Branden Robinson as Commission Vice President (4-0)

Duluth Citizen Review Board

The provided agenda for the January 24, 2024, Duluth Citizen Review Board meeting contains no specific discussion topics. The document only includes meeting logistics and a reference to an attachment.

The provided text contains only administrative headers and attachment indexes for the Duluth Citizen Review Board meeting on January 24, 2024. It does not include the body of the minutes, so no decisions, votes, or discussions are visible.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will hold a Brown Bag Session and a presentation titled 'Variances 101'. The meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2024.

• Brown Bag Session
• Presentation: Variances 101

Duluth Economic Development Authority.

The Duluth Economic Development Authority will review several resolutions regarding land sale amendments and project deadlines. The meeting includes proposals for the Incline Village project and a new visual media production incentive program.

• Fourth amendment to development agreement with The Merge LLC for Urbane Duluth
• Development agreement with Chester Creek View LLC and Incline Plaza Development LLC for Incline Village
• Second amendment to land sale agreement with Anachi, LLC for Rebuild Duluth
• Duluth Production Incentive Program to incentivize visual media production
• Appointment of Roz Randorf, Arik Forsman, and Janet Kennedy to the DEDA

City Council

The Duluth City Council will consider several resolutions, including amendments related to the sale of the paper mill at 110 North Central Avenue. The agenda also includes grant applications for public safety and transportation, as well as various city contracts.

• Amendments regarding the sale of the paper mill at 110 North Central Avenue.
• $810,000 grant for Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force operations.
• $680,700 contract for the Cross City Trail Phase 3 project.
• $180,000 contract for truck parts and supplies from Mid-State Truck Service, Inc.
• Ordinance for a St. Luke’s Hospital skywalk permit over 10th Avenue East.

The Duluth City Council approved a series of resolutions supporting the sale of the paper mill at 110 North Central Avenue to Sofidel America, Corp., including amendments to development, loan, and tax abatement agreements with ST Paper 1, LLC. The council also awarded a $680,700 contract for the Cross City Trail Phase 3 project and accepted an $810,000 state grant for the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force. All items on the consent agenda and additional resolutions were adopted unanimously, with one ordinance granting St. Luke's Hospital a skywalk permit also adopted.

• Approved amendments to development, loan, and tax abatement agreements with ST Paper 1, LLC to support sale of paper mill at 110 North Central Avenue to Sofidel America, Corp. (unanimous)
• Awarded $680,700 contract to KTM Paving, Inc. for Cross City Trail Phase 3 project (unanimous)
• Accepted $810,000 state grant for Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force through December 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Annual Action Plan and requests for HUD CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP for legislative services not to exceed $140,004 (unanimous)
• Authorized one-year agreement with Winterfell Management LLC for events at Bayfront Festival Park at cost of $63,425 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance granting St. Luke's Hospital a concurrent use permit for a second level on the existing skywalk over 10th Avenue East (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the January 8, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Duluth Public Utilities Commission.

The Duluth Public Utilities Commission will hold a public meeting concerning water rate increases. The agenda also includes the election of officers and approval of the November 28, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Water rate increase public meeting
• Election of officers
• Approval of November 28, 2023, meeting minutes
• Water public education update

The Commission held a public meeting regarding proposed water rate increases, though no public comments were made. The body elected its President and Vice President and approved the minutes from the November 28, 2023 meeting.

• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Ryan as President (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Adatte as Vice President (unanimous)

Duluth Human Rights Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural information. No specific discussion or decision items are listed for this meeting.

Planning Commission.

The Planning Commission will consider several interim use permits for vacation dwelling units. The agenda also includes a planning review for a parking structure and a special use permit for parking lot improvements.

• Interim Use Permit for Vacation Dwelling Unit at 608 1/2 W 4th Street Unit 4
• Interim Use Permit for Vacation Dwelling Unit at 1722 London Road
• Interim Use Permit for Vacation Dwelling Unit at 730 E Superior Street
• MU-I Planning Review for Parking Structure at 315 E 1st Street
• Special Use Permit for Parking Lot Improvements South of 2nd Street between 3rd and 4th Avenues W

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions including city leadership appointments, equipment purchases, and contract amendments. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance regarding St. Luke's Hospital.

• Appointment of David W. Montgomery as City Administrator
• Appointment of Jessica J. Fralich as City Attorney
• Wex Bank fuel contract for Circle K service stations up to $1,300,000
• Purchase of an enclosed service van from I State Truck Center for $194,142.00
• First reading of ordinance for St. Luke's Hospital skywalk permit over 10th Avenue East

The Duluth City Council unanimously approved several appointments, including David W. Montgomery as city administrator and Jessica J. Fralich as city attorney, replacing their predecessors. The council also authorized numerous contracts and purchases, including fuel, vehicles, gravel, and snow removal equipment, alongside various city service agreements and a liquor license transfer.

• Confirmed David W. Montgomery as city administrator and terminated Noah Schuchman's appointment (unanimous)
• Confirmed Jessica J. Fralich as city attorney and terminated Rebecca St. George's appointment (unanimous)
• Awarded a 2024 fuel contract to WEX Bank for an amount not to exceed $1,300,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of an enclosed service van from I State Truck Center for $194,142.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized an annual OEM parts and labor contract with Ziegler, Inc. not to exceed $270,000 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of an off-sale intoxicating liquor license to P.S. Liquor, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized a grant application to MnDOT for a $600,000 transportation alternative grant (unanimous)
• Approved a temporary on-sale liquor license for Downtown Duluth (unanimous)

Parking Commission.

The commission will review proposals for accessible parking zones and a new loading zone at 2230 West 3rd Street. The meeting also includes updates on both on-street and off-street parking.

• On-street accessible parking zone requests
• West Superior Street redevelopment proposal
• Proposal for a loading zone at 2230 West 3rd Street
• Off-street parking update
• On-street parking update

The Duluth Parking Commission voted 4-1 to table the parking portion of the proposed West Superior Street redesign in Lincoln Park and to continue discussion in a special session before the end of January. The proposal would eliminate 140 on-street public parking stalls. The Commission also approved two on-street accessible parking zones and a new loading zone at 2230 West 3rd Street, all by 5-0 votes, and approved the December 2023 minutes 5-0. Off-street parking updates noted new rates effective January 1, 2024 and ongoing access control system installations.

• Tabled West Superior Street redesign parking proposal; special session before end of January (4-1, Woods opposed)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 530 North 5th Avenue East for St. Mark A.M.E. Church (5-0)
• Approved accessible parking zone at 230 East Superior Street (5-0)
• Approved new loading zone at 2230 West 3rd Street adjacent to Johnson's Bakery (5-0)
• Approved December 2023 meeting minutes as presented (5-0)