Faribault County public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the second reading of two ordinances regarding the Northgate Business Park PUD and floodplain management districts. The body will also review a consent agenda featuring equipment purchases and project agreements.

• Ordinance 2021-14 to amend Northgate Business Park PUD
• Ordinance 2021-15 regarding Floodplain Management Districts
• Professional Services Agreement with KLJ for TH 3-30th Street NW Roundabout noise study
• CIP purchase of two marked police squads and new portable radios
• Purchase of a battery-operated extrication tool

The Faribault City Council approved the second reading of Ordinance 2021-14, which removes four lots from the Northgate Business Park PUD to allow C-2 Highway Commercial development, and Ordinance 2021-15, which updates the floodplain management ordinance to reference a new FEMA flood map. Both passed 4-0. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims, permits, and equipment purchases.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-14 amending Northgate Business Park PUD (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-15 updating floodplain management districts (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-I, including claims, premises permit, and equipment purchases
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05pm

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a holiday gathering. No City business will be conducted at this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for terms beginning January 1, 2022. The body will also prepare its 2022 goals and work plan and verify its 2022 meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Preparation of 2022 Goals and Work Plan
• Verification of 2022 meeting dates and times

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the 2022 budget, tax levies, and Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also considering several zoning changes and labor agreements for police and firefighters.

• Public hearing for 2022 Budget, Tax Levies, and 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed rezoning of 1440 Willow Street to C-2 Highway Commercial District
• Labor agreements for Local 320 Police Department Supervisory and Local IAFF 665 Firefighters (2022-2024)
• Resolution 2021-266 Adopting Sidewalk and Trail Improvement Plan 2021 Update
• Roof replacement plans for Buckham Memorial Library and Community Center

The Faribault City Council approved the 2022 budget, property tax levies, fee schedule, and 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan, all unanimously. The council also granted a one-year extension for the Cave Creek development near 935 Faribault Road, approved a rezoning and conditional use permit for a car customization business at 1440 Willow Street, and approved a new liquor license for the Sawmill Bar and Grill. All consent agenda items, including labor agreements and various licenses, were approved unanimously.

• Approved 2022 property tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 budget and fund appropriations (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 fee schedule (unanimous)
• Extended Cave Creek development deadline to Dec 31, 2022 (6-1, Spooner nay)
• Approved rezoning at 1440 Willow St to C-2 Highway Commercial (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for major auto repair at 1440 Willow St (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Small Circle LLC dba Sawmill Bar and Grill (6-1, Caron nay)

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review a draft of the circulation policy. The meeting also includes reports from the Director, the Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO.

• Review of draft circulation policy
• Discussion regarding bequests
• SELCO Foundation investment options report

The Library Advisory Board approved an updated circulation policy as proposed. The board also discussed plans for investing bequest funds and heard updates on the library break-in case, fine-free status, and other operational matters.

• Approved updated circulation policy (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of October 11, 2021 meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several administrative and land-use items. The body will review requests for easement purchases and lease options for a cellular tower.

• Request from Kwik Trip to purchase drainage and utility easement at 107 20th Street NW
• Cellular tower lease options
• Crandall Bequest discussion
• 2022 Snow & Ice Control Guidelines review
• Proposed precinct boundary revisions

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The purpose of the session is to evaluate the performance of City Administrator Timothy C. Murray.

• Performance evaluation of City Administrator Timothy C. Murray

The City Council convened a special meeting and immediately closed it under Minnesota Statutes to evaluate the performance of Timothy C. Murray, an individual under the Council's authority. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was opened and adjourned without any public action.

• Closed meeting to evaluate Timothy C. Murray's performance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting without public action (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings regarding a property at 1440 Willow Street and the Northgate Business Park. The body will discuss changing the land use and zoning of the Willow Street property to allow for commercial and industrial use.

• Comprehensive Plan amendment for 1440 Willow Street to Commercial/Industrial Mixed-Use
• Rezone 1440 Willow Street from R-1 Single-Family Residential to C-2 Highway Commercial
• Conditional Use Permit for Major Auto Repair at 1440 Willow Street
• Application to amend PUD Ordinance for Northgate Business Park

Parks and Recreation Board

The meeting scheduled for November 24, 2021, was cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning and park dedication ordinances and review several 2022 liquor and tobacco license renewals. The body is also considering feasibility reports for street and watermain improvements and new labor agreements for police services.

• Ordinance 2021-11: PUD Overlay District for two structures on one multi-family lot at 903 Spring Road
• Feasibility reports for 2022 MSA Street, Calvary Drive, Faribault Road/Lyndale Avenue Trail, and watermain improvements
• Labor agreements for MNPEA Police Support Services and Law Enforcement Labor Services (Local No. 357) for 2022-2024
• Resolution 2021-234 and 2021-235: Special assessments for delinquent water, sewer, storm water, and receivable accounts
• Ordinances 2021-12 and 2021-13 regarding park dedication and park development surcharges

The City Council approved Ordinance 2021-11, a PUD overlay district permitting two principal structures on one multi-family residential lot at 903 Spring Road, with a 7-0 vote. They also approved the summary publication of the ordinance. Additionally, the council approved Resolution 2021-256 for the preliminary and final plat of the Faribault Buckham Center Addition, and passed first readings of ordinances to repeal the park development surcharge and amend park dedication requirements.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-11 (PUD overlay at 903 Spring Road) 7-0.
• Approved summary publication of Ordinance 2021-11 unanimously.
• Approved Resolution 2021-256 (preliminary and final plat of Faribault Buckham Center Addition).
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-12 (park dedication amendments) 7-0.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-13 (repeal park development surcharge) 7-0.
• Approved minutes of November 9, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Approved Consent Agenda items 4A-4DD unanimously.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:17 pm.

City Council

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a meeting notice. No specific legislative items or decisions are listed for this meeting.

The special meeting was called to order and immediately closed for a closed session under state law to discuss strategies, offers, and appraisal information for Parcel ID 18.07.2,00.001. No decisions were made in open session; the council only opened and adjourned the meeting.

• Closed the special meeting to discuss property purchase/sale strategies and appraisal info
• Reopened the meeting at 7:00 pm
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:00 pm

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to finalize the budget for all funds, levies, and fees. Members will also review the 2021 Comprehensive Water Plan Update and discuss the interview process for the Police Chief.

• Budget Work Session #7: Final Review of all funds, levies, and fees
• Review of City of Faribault 2021 Comprehensive Water Plan Update
• Discussion regarding Police Chief interview process

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider land use amendments and rezoning for 1440 Willow Street. The agenda also includes a plat approval for the Faribault Buckham Center Addition and proposed updates to the Unified Development Ordinance.

• Amend Comprehensive Plan for 1440 Willow Street to Commercial / Industrial Mixed-Use
• Rezone 1440 Willow Street from R-1, Single-Family Residential to C-2, Highway Commercial
• Preliminary and Final Plat Approval of Faribault Buckham Center Addition
• Amend Unified Development Ordinance Chapter 15, Article 7 regarding Park Dedication
• Amend Unified Development Ordinance Chapter 13, Article 2 regarding Floodplain Management

City Council

The City Council will discuss zoning variances and a PUD Overlay District for 903 Spring Road. The body is also holding public hearings regarding 2022 on-sale intoxicating liquor license fees and a currency exchange license renewal.

• Public hearing on increasing 2022 On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Fees
• Proposed PUD Overlay District and setback variances for 903 Spring Road
• Demolition of 1811 7th Street NW
• MnDOT Grant Agreement No.1047453 for Airport Maintenance and Operation
• Approval of an Early Retirement Incentive Program

The City Council voted unanimously to set 2022 on-sale liquor license fees at 75% of 2020 rates, a compromise from the proposed return to full 2020 rates, after a public hearing with no comments. The council also approved a consent agenda including a flood mitigation change order and demolition of 1811 7th Street NW, and approved variances, a PUD overlay, and a conditional use permit for a development at 903 Spring Road. A currency exchange license renewal for Luis and Ana Del Aguila was approved.

• Adjusted 2022 on-sale liquor license fees to 75% of 2020 rates (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A-I, including flood mitigation change order and demolition of 1811 7th Street NW (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-229 for setback variances at 903 Spring Road (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-11 PUD overlay for two principal structures at 903 Spring Road, first reading (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-230 conditional use permit to relocate dwelling to 903 Spring Road (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of currency exchange license for Luis and Ana Del Aguila (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 26 and November 2, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to review financial reports and lodging tax collections. The body will discuss the 2022 planning and draft budget, as well as the Minne-Roadtrip Co-op.

• 2022 Planning and Draft Budget Discussion
• Minne-Roadtrip Co-op
• Lodging Tax Collections report

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review a draft of the circulation policy. The agenda also includes reports from the Teen Advisory Board and SELCO, as well as a discussion regarding bequests.

• Review of draft circulation policy
• Bequest discussion
• SELCO Foundation investment options report

The Library Advisory Board approved updates to the Collection Development Policy and Meeting Room Policy, both unanimously. The board also heard that the Estate of Robert Crandall donated $2.7 million to the City of Faribault for the benefit of Buckham Memorial Library, with staff to discuss its use with the City Council at an upcoming work session.

• Approved Collection Development Policy changes (unanimous)
• Approved Meeting Room Policy changes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential redevelopment of the Farmer Seed Building. The agenda also includes discussion regarding Board and Commission appointments.

• Farmer Seed Building redevelopment discussion
• Board and Commission appointments

City Council

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

The Faribault City Council held a special meeting that was immediately closed to discuss labor negotiation strategies, as permitted by Minnesota Statutes. No substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting; the council only convened, closed, reopened, and adjourned.

• Closed meeting to discuss labor negotiation strategies (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting after closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will meet via Zoom to review requests for a softball complex plaque and pickleball. Members will discuss updates on Fleckenstein Bluffs Park, Viaduct Park, and the Hometown Hero Banner Program, alongside a new parkland dedication proposal.

• Plaque request at Softball Complex from Jesse Armbruster
• Pickleball request from Barry Shaffer
• Fleckenstein Bluffs Park update
• Viaduct Park update
• Parkland Dedication Proposal

City Council

The City Council will consider the sale of general obligation refunding bonds and hold public hearings on special assessments for street improvements. The body will also review permits for storage and development projects at Calvary Drive and Spring Road.

• Sale of General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021B in the amount of $6,450,000
• Purchase of a General Obligation Water Revenue Note for $522,527
• Public hearings on special assessments for 2021 Street Reconstruction and 2020 13th Street NW Extension
• Conditional Use Permit for a new storage building at Calvary Cemetery, 3415 Calvary Drive
• Denial of variance and permit applications for 903 Spring Road

The City Council approved several items, including awarding the sale of $6.45 million in General Obligation Refunding Bonds to Piper at 0.85%, resulting in $270,000 in savings. They also adopted special assessments for two street projects, approved a conditional use permit for a storage building at Calvary Cemetery, and passed an ordinance amending license revocation procedures. A request for variances and a conditional use permit at 903 Spring Road was sent back to staff to draft approval conditions, rather than being denied outright.

• Approved minutes of Oct 12 and Oct 19 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F (unanimous)
• Approved playground purchase/install at Prairie Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-225: special assessments for 2021 street reconstruction, $153,016.85 over 12 parcels (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-226: special assessments for 13th St NW extension, $259,581.82 over 6 parcels (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-223: awarded sale of $6.45M GO refunding bonds to Piper at 0.85% (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-10 amending license revocation/suspension (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-228: conditional use permit for storage building at Calvary Cemetery (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Airport Advisory Board is meeting to receive an update from the Airport Manager. The board will also discuss a runway extension.

• Runway extension discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to review several proposals and code revisions. The meeting includes a joint session with the Environmental Commission and discussions on city ordinances.

• Request for Proposal for 217 Mill Street
• Proposed revisions to Park Land Dedication Requirements
• Amendment to City Code Chapter 14, Article IV regarding Massage Establishments
• Special logo for the 150th Anniversary of City Incorporation
• Joint meeting with the Environmental Commission

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

The Faribault City Council met in special session and immediately closed the meeting to discuss strategies and offers for the purchase or sale of Parcel ID 18.31.4.26.075, including confidential appraisal information. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the council only opened and adjourned the meeting.

• Closed meeting to discuss property purchase/sale strategies (unanimous)
• Opened meeting after closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

The Faribault City Council held a special meeting that was immediately closed to discuss labor negotiation strategies, as permitted under Minnesota Statutes. No public decisions were made; the council reconvened and adjourned without taking any substantive action.

• Closed meeting to consider labor negotiation strategies (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:27pm (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds and special assessments for street and sidewalk improvements. The body is also reviewing utility franchise fee ordinances and various property waiver agreements.

• General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2021B in the amount of $6,450,000
• Special Assessments for 2021 Street Overlay and Sidewalk Improvements (City Contract 2021-02)
• Ordinance No. 2021-9 regarding Utility Franchise Fees
• Petition and Waiver Agreements for 427 7th Street NW, 502 6th Street NW, 613 6th Avenue NW, and 1602 Rondarwal Lane
• Resolution 2021-210 Towards Zero Deaths (TZD) Agreement with the Department of Public Safety

The Faribault City Council approved the 2021 street overlay and sidewalk special assessments, totaling $294,204.92 across 161 parcels, with a 15-year payment period at 2.5% interest. The council also passed the second reading of Ordinance 2021-9 on utility franchise fees and established a rebate program for eligible properties. A development agreement for Thompson James Group South Division was approved after being pulled from the consent agenda, with two councilors recusing due to a conflict of interest.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-211 for 2021 street overlay and sidewalk special assessments (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-9 on utility franchise fees, second reading (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-212 establishing a franchise fee rebate program (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-210 Towards Zero Deaths agreement with MN Dept. of Public Safety (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-10 first reading on license suspension/revocation penalties (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-H and J-P (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-215 development agreement for Thompson James Group South Division (unanimous, with recusals)
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Advisory Board will meet to review draft changes to the Collection Development Policy and Meeting Room Policy. The board will also receive reports from the Director, the Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO.

• Review of Collection Development Policy
• Review of Meeting Room Policy
• SELCO Foundation Investment Options report

The Library Advisory Board discussed alternatives for disposing of discarded books, based on a survey of 35 SELCO library directors. No policy was changed; the director will meet with the City Attorney and bring a draft policy for review next month. The board also approved the August minutes and heard the director's report on recent events and a burglary.

• Approved minutes of August 9, 2021 meeting (all in favor)
• Discussed Collection Development Policy; no change, draft to be presented next month

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several city initiatives and code revisions. The meeting follows an optional tour of the former VP On-Line Auction Building at 55 Willow Street.

• Proposed addition of a fine option for alcohol compliance violations to the City Code of Ordinances
• Review of CV 2040 Initiatives Rankings for the 2022-2024 Strategic Plan
• Discussion on Hometown Hero Banners
• Discussion on remote meeting attendance options

City Council

The City Council will conduct a first reading of an ordinance to amend utility franchise fees. The body is also considering bids for infrastructure projects and a conditional use permit for a garage.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2021-9 regarding Utility Franchise Fees
• Conditional Use Permit for a 1080 square foot garage at 1222 1st St. NE
• Bids for 2021 Miscellaneous Valve & Hydrant Replacement (Contract 2021-07)
• Bids for Well House No.5 Rebuild
• Special assessment hearings for 2021 Street Reconstruction and 2020 13th Street NW Extension

The City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2021-9, which increases utility franchise fees to fund street improvements, replacing special assessments for typical projects. The fee increases are expected to generate about $1.5M annually, with residential accounts paying $5.00 per month for gas and electric. The vote was 7-0. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a garage at 1222 1st St. NE and accepted bids for valve/hydrant replacement and Well House No. 5 rebuild.

• Approved first reading of utility franchise fee increase ordinance (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 1,080 sq ft garage at 1222 1st St. NE (unanimous)
• Accepted bid for 2021 Valve & Hydrant Replacement, Contract 2021-07 to BCM Construction Inc. ($120,900)
• Accepted bid for Well House No. 5 Rebuild to The Joseph Company Inc. ($531,000)
• Approved consent agenda items A-L (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The board is meeting to receive updates on several park projects and discuss upcoming community events. The agenda includes a report on a new Recreation Coordinator and planning for holiday celebrations.

• Inclusive Playground verbal update and slide review
• Fleckenstein Bluffs Park (Old Public Works Site) update
• Viaduct Park and Prairie Park Playground updates
• Appointment of Chad Barman as New Recreation Coordinator
• Planning for Home Town Holiday, Christmas Trees, Winterfest, and Heritage Days 2022

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and Debt Service Funds. The body will also consider revisions to the Downtown Master Plan.

• 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and Debt Service Funds
• Revisions to the Downtown Master Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit. The body is reviewing a request to build a garage for personal use in a single-family residential district.

• Public hearing for a conditional use permit for a 1080 square foot garage at 1222 1st Street NE

Airport Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to receive an update from the Airport Manager. The board is also scheduled to discuss a runway extension.

• Runway extension discussion

City Council

The City Council is reviewing preliminary property tax levies for the city, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the Economic Development Authority for 2022. The body is also considering the annexation of city-owned land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships. A public hearing is scheduled regarding special assessments for street and parking lot improvements.

• Resolution 2021-182: 2022 Preliminary Property Tax Levy
• Public Hearing: Special Assessments for 2020 MSA Street Reconstruction and Buckham Center Parking Lot Improvements (Contract 2020-04)
• Ordinances No. 2021-6, 2021-7, and 2021-8: Annexing land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships
• Resolution 2021-195: Appeal of demolition denial for Johnston Hall at 633 1st Street SE
• Resolution 2021-187: Special Assessment Hearing for 2021 Street Overlay and Sidewalk Improvements (Contract 2021-02)

The Faribault City Council voted 5-2 to approve Resolution 2021-195, overturning the Heritage Preservation Commission's denial of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the demolition of Johnston Hall at 633 1st Street SE. The decision was based on the building's hazardous condition, as documented by an engineering report and the Building Official. The Council also approved the 2022 preliminary property tax levy of $10,754,534, a 5.83% increase from 2021, and approved three annexation ordinances for city-owned land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott townships.

• Approved the minutes of the August 24, 2021 City Council meeting unanimously.
• Approved Consent Agenda items A-N, including claims, appointments, special assessment hearing, donations, licenses, permits, contracts, and street closures.
• Approved Resolution 2021-189 adopting special assessments for the 2020 MSA Street Reconstruction and Buckham Center Parking Lot Improvements, totaling $89,460.22 on 11 parcels.
• Approved Resolution 2021-182 adopting the 2022 preliminary property tax levy of $10,754,534 and setting the budget meeting for December 14, 2021.
• Approved Resolution 2021-183 approving the HRA preliminary tax levy of $309,820 for 2022.
• Approved Resolution 2021-184 approving the EDA preliminary tax levy of $303,623 for 2022.
• Approved Ordinances 2021-6, 2021-7, and 2021-8 annexing city-owned land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott townships, each by a 7-0 roll call vote.
• Approved Resolution 2021-195, overturning the HPC denial and allowing demolition of Johnston Hall, by a 5-2 vote.

General

The Library Advisory Board will meet to discuss reports from the Director, Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO. The board is scheduled to review the Collection Development Policy.

• Review of Collection Development Policy

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding special revenue and enterprise funds. Discussion topics also include parkland dedication and options for the Downtown Block 45 Alley.

• Budget Work Session #5: Special Revenue and Enterprise Funds
• Parkland Dedication Discussion
• Downtown Block 45 Alley Options

General

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a draft franchise fee ordinance and a rebate policy. The body will also discuss Heritage Days 2022 and review tax increment and abatement.

• Draft Franchise Fee Ordinance and Franchise Fee Rebate Policy review
• Heritage Days 2022 discussion
• Tax Increment and Abatement overview

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several agreements and plats for the Met Con Business Park Fourth Addition. The body is also considering the first reading of ordinances to annex city-owned land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships.

• Acquisition of 55 Willow Street (Resolution 2021-177)
• Plats and construction agreements for Met Con Business Park Fourth Addition
• Annexation of land in Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships
• Special assessment hearing for 2020 MSA Street Reconstruction and Buckham Center Parking Lot
• Engineering proposals for Northern Links Trail Connection and TH 3 Trunk Sanitary Sewer Replacement

The Faribault City Council approved a second reading of Ordinance 2021-5, changing the on-sale intoxicating liquor closing time to 1:00 a.m., with a 4-2 roll call vote. The council also approved several plats, annexations, and a well house replacement project, all as part of the consent agenda or separate motions.

• Approved Ordinance 2021-5 changing bar closing time to 1:00 a.m. (4-2)
• Approved Resolution 2021-171 for a corner side yard variance at 5 Greenhaven Bay (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for MET CON BUSINESS PARK FOURTH ADDITION (unanimous)
• Approved Developer's Platting Agreement for MET CON BUSINESS PARK FOURTH ADDITION (unanimous)
• Approved Early Construction Agreement for MET CON BUSINESS PARK FOURTH ADDITION (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2021-4 vacation of drainage and utility easement (6-0)
• Approved first readings of annexation ordinances for Wells, Warsaw, and Walcott Townships (6-0 each)
• Approved Resolution 2021-172 for Well House No. 5 replacement with $635,000 cost estimate (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the creation of a strategic plan for 2022-2024. The meeting also includes a review of the retreat schedule.

• Creation of 2022-2024 Strategic Plan
• Retreat Schedule

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review funding requests for non-profit and civic organizations for 2022. Members will also conduct a budget session regarding the General Fund and property tax levies. Additionally, the council will discuss public housing repositioning and an appointment to the Economic Development Authority.

• 2022 funding requests for non-profit and civic organizations
• General Fund and property tax levies and tax impact
• Public housing repositioning process overview
• Appointment to the Economic Development Authority

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of property at 55 Willow Street and first readings of ordinances regarding liquor sale hours and an easement vacation. The body is also reviewing a consent agenda including a tax-exempt revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School.

• Purchase of property at 55 Willow Street
• Ordinance 2021-5 to amend hours of operation for on-sale intoxicating liquor sales
• Resolution 2021-164 regarding a tax-exempt revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School
• Ordinance 2021-4 to vacate drainage and utility easement at MET CON BUSINESS PARK THIRD ADDITION
• Change Order No.1 for Flood Mitigation Project

The Faribault City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2021-5, which would change the closing time for on-sale liquor establishments from 2 a.m. to 1 a.m., citing public safety concerns. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance to vacate a drainage and utility easement at Met Con Business Park Third Addition, and unanimously authorized the purchase of property at 55 Willow Street for $550,000. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-5 to change liquor sales closing time to 1 a.m. (4-2)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 2021-4 to vacate drainage and utility easement at Met Con Business Park Third Addition (6-0)
• Approved purchase of property at 55 Willow Street for $550,000 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 4A-4J, including police policy, street closures, and donations (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 27 regular and special meetings (unanimous)

General

The Library Advisory Board is meeting to receive reports from the Director, Teen Advisory Board, and SELCO. The board will discuss the 2022 budget process and the implementation of a fine-free system.

• 2022 Budget Process Update
• Fine Free Implementation
• Library Plaza Update

General

The agenda consists of procedural items including a call to order and adjournment. No specific legislative or business actions are listed for discussion.

The Faribault County City Council held a special meeting that was immediately closed to discuss a specific property (Parcel ID 18.31.4.26.001), including purchase/sale strategies and confidential appraisal information. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was opened and adjourned without any public action.

• Closed meeting to discuss property purchase/sale strategies and appraisal (unanimous)
• Opened meeting after closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider the final plat and development agreement for Camelot Court Estates. The body will also review a consent agenda including various permits, rental agreements, and street closures.

• Resolution 2021-104 and 2021-158 regarding Camelot Court Estates plat and development agreement
• RFP for the redevelopment of the former Lockerby property
• Purchase of SCADA System Computer Server via 2021 CIP
• Resolution 2021-159 for IRIS 5K/10K Turkey Trot street closures
• Faribault Ice Arena Agreement

The Faribault City Council approved the final plat for the 13-lot Camelot Court Estates subdivision and a related development agreement, with the city's storm sewer cost share capped at $28,000. The consent agenda was approved except for the ice arena agreement, which was pulled due to a conflict of interest. The meeting also included a Night to Unite proclamation and a financial report.

• Approved Resolution 2021-104, final plat of Camelot Court Estates (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-158, development agreement for Camelot Court Estates (6-1, Viscomi nay)
• Approved consent agenda items 4A-4J (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item 4K, Faribault Ice Arena Agreement (6-0, Spooner abstaining)
• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city's financial share of the Camelot Court Estates storm sewer. The body will also review options for the Downtown Block 45 alley.

• City's share of Camelot Court Estates storm sewer
• Downtown Block 45 alley options

General

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and a notice for a closed session. No substantive business items are listed for public discussion or decision.

The Faribault City Council met in special session and immediately closed the meeting to the public for 19 minutes to discuss a specific property (Parcel ID 18.31.4.26.001). The closed session was held under state law to consider purchase/sale strategies, offers, and confidential appraisal information. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the council only convened, closed, reopened, and adjourned.

• Closed meeting to discuss Parcel ID 18.31.4.26.001 purchase/sale strategy (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting after closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 pm (unanimous)

Airport Board

The Airport Advisory Board will meet to receive an update from the Airport Manager. The board will discuss several airfield matters, including federal funding and a capital improvement plan.

• Proposed solar array
• Runway extension
• Fuel system hose
• Federal funding
• Capital Improvement Plan

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the budget, personnel, and fee schedules. Members will also review a development agreement for Camelot Court Estates and a special assessment policy update.

• Camelot Court Estates Development Agreement
• Budget Work Session #3: General Overview, Personnel, Fee Schedule, & Franchise Fees
• Special Assessment Policy update
• NW Area Water Tower Logos
• Buckham Memorial Library fine-free discussion

City Council

The City Council is discussing several land-use permits, including a rezoning request and a conditional use permit for auto repair. The body is also reviewing bids for water tower and sewer rehabilitation projects.

• Ordinance 2021-3: Rezoning from Open Space/Agricultural to C-2 Highway Commercial at 1507 Saint Paul Avenue
• Resolution 2021-145: Revised 2021 Fees, Charges and Utility Rates
• Resolution 2021-147: Ending the Local State of Emergency in the City of Faribault
• Resolution 2021-151: Bids for NW Area Water Tower - Contract 2019-12A
• Resolution 2021-150: Bids for 2021 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Improvements - Contract 2021-08

The Faribault City Council approved a rezoning and conditional use permit for an auto repair and custom car business at 1507 St. Paul Avenue, converting a former apple orchard building. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a self-service outdoor storage facility at 1612 7th Street NW, a fence setback variance at 1510 Hulett Avenue, and several plats and construction contracts. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved rezoning 1507 St. Paul Ave from O to C-2 (6-0)
• Approved CUP for major auto repair at 1507 St. Paul Ave (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for self-service outdoor storage at 1612 7th St NW (unanimous)
• Approved fence setback variance at 1510 Hulett Ave (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary/final plat for Met Con Business Park Second Addition (unanimous)
• Approved plat and CUP for 34-unit rental development at 924 1st St NE (6-0, Spooner recused)
• Approved $148,155 quote for Fleckenstein Bluffs Park overlook (unanimous)
• Awarded $3,441,000 bid for NW Area Water Tower to Caldwell Tanks (unanimous)

General

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss a draft Request for Proposals regarding the former Lockerby property.

• Draft Request for Proposals for the former Lockerby property

City Council

The City Council will conduct a work session to discuss the Long-Term Financial Management Plan. The body will also review plans for city sidewalks, trails, and park facilities.

• Budget Work Session #2: Long-Term Financial Management Plan
• Revision of City Sidewalk and Trail Improvement Plan
• Discussion on shelter and restroom at Fleckenstein Bluffs Park
• Discussion on Library Plaza furnishings

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a taxable revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School. The body will also consider bids for the NW Area Watermain project and several consent agenda items including a MnDOT maintenance agreement.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2021-132 regarding taxable revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary’s School
• Resolution 2021-134 to accept bids for NW Area Watermain, Contract 2019-12B
• Resolution 2021-133 for MnDOT Contract No. 1046450 Trunk Highway Maintenance Agreement (FY 2022-2023)
• Union Pacific Railroad Right of Way Agreement
• Resolution 2021-131 to approve Archery Deer Hunt at River Bend Nature Center

The Faribault City Council approved Resolution 2021-132 authorizing the issuance of a taxable revenue obligation not to exceed $25 million to refinance Shattuck-St. Mary's School's Series 2015 bonds. The council also accepted bids for the NW Area Watermain project, awarding the contract to Ryan Contracting Companies for $684,040.75. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including a deer hunt at River Bend Nature Center and a donation to the police department.

• Approved Resolution 2021-132 for $25M taxable revenue obligation for Shattuck-St. Mary's School (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-134 accepting bids for NW Area Watermain, awarded to Ryan Contracting Companies (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 4A-4I, including Union Pacific right-of-way agreement, MnDOT maintenance agreement, archery deer hunt, library membership, policy revision, donation acceptance, massage therapist license, and temporary liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 regular and special meetings (unanimous)