Goodview public meetings in 2025
24 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Goodview City Council approved the 2026 General Fund, Debt Service, and Equipment Replacement budgets and adopted Resolution 1292 establishing the 2026 budget and property tax levy. The council also approved the draft City Newsletter for the first quarter of 2026 and agreed to move forward with three street improvement projects slated for summer 2026. In a closed session, council members considered an offer to sell the property at 4054 West 6th Street.
- Approval of Draft #4 of the 2026 General Fund, Debt Service Funds, and Equipment Replacement Fund budgets
- Adoption of Resolution 1292 approving the 2026 budget and property tax levy
- Approval of the City’s Newsletter draft for Q1 2026
- Consensus to start three street improvement projects in summer 2026 (44th Ave east to 34th Ave; 5th St from 47th to 49th Ave; City Hall parking lot)
- Consideration of sale of the property at 4054 West 6th Street
City Council
The Goodview City Council approved a 'call for proposals' to sell The Bar property and a resolution acknowledging a donation from the Goodview Activity Group. The meeting also included a discussion on the Truth-in-Taxation budget and police department staffing.
- Approved 'call for proposals' to sell The Bar property
- Approved Resolution No. 1291 for Goodview Activity Group donation
- Councilmember Ledebuhr expressed reservations on police squad and officer
- Truth-in-Taxation spreadsheets and graphs reviewed
- Next meeting scheduled for December 15, 2025
City Council
The Goodview City Council denied a proposal to sell The Bar property after hearing community comments. The council also approved a $806,000 temporary bonding resolution for a new ladder truck and discussed a 2026 street improvement project estimated to cost over $3 million.
- Denied call for proposals to sell The Bar property
- Approved $806,000 general obligation temporary equipment certificate
- Approved 2026 street improvement project estimated at $3 million
- Approved Minnesota Paid Leave Personnel Policy
- Approved Resolution for Paid Family Medical Leave Premium Coverage
City Council
The City Council reviewed proposed changes to the 2026 budgets and their impact on the estimated levy. The body also held a closed session to determine the asking price for a specific city property.
- Closed session to determine asking price and review appraisal for property at 4054 West 6th Street (parcel ID #24.125.0860)
- Discussion of 2026 proposed budgets with an estimated levy of roughly 8.5%
- Review of a $57,000 budget item and its impact on the preliminary levy
- Discussion regarding the purchase of a new police squad and the hiring of a full-time officer starting July 1, 2026
City Council
The council approved a Conditional Use Permit for Avalon Extracts to operate a licensed cannabis microbusiness at 1010 71st Avenue in an M‑1 Light Manufacturing zone. It also adopted resolutions authorizing the sale of general‑obligation temporary equipment certificates (Series 2025A) and approved contracts for cleaning services, liability‑insurance waiver, and the renewal of the Community and Economic Development Associates contract for 2026. Additional actions included adopting a revised personnel‑policy handbook health‑insurance section, setting the 2026 council meeting schedule, cancelling the November 3, 2025 meeting, and holding a closed‑session to review confidential appraisal data for the property at 4054 West 6th Street.
- Approval of Conditional Use Permit for Avalon Extracts at 1010 71st Avenue (cannabis microbusiness)
- Resolution No. 1287 authorizing issuance and sale of general‑obligation temporary equipment certificates, series 2025A
- Contract with Philips Commercial Cleaning Contractors for 2026 cleaning services
- Renewal of contract with Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA) for 2026
- Adoption of revised personnel policy handbook Section 5.2.12 “Health Insurance Benefits”
City Council
The City Council held a public hearing and approved Resolution No. 1285 regarding code violations and nuisance conditions at 4650 8th Street. The Council also approved a contract for auditing services. Staff provided updates on a new ladder truck and a meeting regarding The Bar.
- Resolution No. 1285: Findings and order regarding nuisance conditions at 4650 8th Street
- Memorandum of Understanding with Hawkins Ash CPAs LLP for auditing services (2026-2028)
- Public hearing on zoning code violations at 4650 8th Street
- Report on arrival of new ladder truck
City Council
The Goodview City Council will consider several items, including a conditional use permit for 875 34th Avenue and designating a Truth-in-Taxation meeting on December 1 to discuss the 2026 budget and tax levy. They will also review a cannabis and hemp retail registration application, a holiday parade request, and a firefighter memorial proclamation. The council will vote on the draft 2026 revenue and expenditure budgets and adopt the proposed property tax levy for taxes payable in 2026.
- Conditional Use Permit for 875 34th Avenue (Resolution 1283)
- Designate Dec 1, 2025 as Truth-in-Taxation meeting for 2026 budget discussion
- Approve Cannabis and Hemp Retail Registration for 18th Street Enterprises, LLC
- Approve Draft #2 of 2026 revenue and expenditure budgets for General, Debt Service, and Equipment Replacement Funds
- Adopt Proposed Property Tax Levy for taxes payable 2026 (Resolution 1284)
City Council
The City Council held a public hearing regarding a cannabis micro retail business and discussed the first draft of the 2026 revenue and expenditure budgets. The Council also approved a temporary road closure for a car auction.
- Tabled Resolution No. 1283 for a Conditional Use Permit for a cannabis business at 875 34th Avenue
- Approved closure of 35th Avenue from Service Drive to the northern property line of 3560 Service Drive on October 10-11, 2025
- Hired Thomas Bruger and Tyler Burkhalter as Firefighters and First Responders
- Discussed 2026 budget draft with a preliminary levy of approximately six percent
- Directed City Administrator to add approximately $55,000 to the budget for the next draft
City Council
The Goodview City Council convened a regular meeting on August 18, 2025, approving routine items such as the consent agenda, liquor licenses, and a grant application for park restroom upgrades. The council also discussed community concerns about geese at LaCanne Park and a water main break at 8th Street and 46th Avenue.
- Approved liquor licenses for Beer, Liquor and Club applications
- Approved permit for three dogs at 5145 7th Place (4-1 vote)
- Approved Business Assistance and Improvement Program application for Duds and Suds Laundromat
- Approved SMIF Small Town grant application for Selke Pavilion restroom upgrades at LaCanne Park ($356,340.69 total claims approved)
- City staff reported a water main break at 8th Street and 46th Avenue, repaired the same day
City Council
The City Council approved new public data request forms and policies created by the City Attorney. The council also authorized a block party for August 23 and held a closed session to discuss the appraisal of a property on West 6th Street.
- Approval of a block party on August 23, 2025, from 49th Ave to 51st Ave on 7th Place
- Approval of Data Practices Policy and Data Request Form for Members of the Public
- Approval of Data Practices Policy and Data Request Form for Data Subjects
- Approval of summary publication of City of Goodview Ordinance 2025-03
- Closed session to determine asking price and review appraisal for property at 4054 West 6th Street
City Council
The City Council approved a tax levy request for the Economic Development Authority for 2026 and updated city code regarding cannabis and hemp retail. The body also authorized street closures for fireworks and approved a business assistance application.
- Resolution No. 1282: Approved levy request for Goodview Economic Development Authority for taxes payable 2026
- Ordinance No. 2025-03: Amended City Code Chapter 117 regarding Cannabis and Hemp Retail Businesses and Temporary Cannabis Events
- Approved $249,114.39 in total claims across various funds
- Approved street closures for Goodview Activity Group fireworks on August 16, 2025
- Approved Business Assistance and Improvement Program application from Rocco’s
City Council
The City Council held a special meeting to act on a personnel recommendation from the City Administrator. The council voted to terminate the employment of Terese Market.
- Dismissal of employee Terese Market effective July 14, 2025
City Council
The City Council reviewed the 2024 audit report and approved claims totaling $275,364.92. Members discussed property maintenance on 54th Avenue and 63rd Avenue, and held a closed session regarding an appraisal for 4054 West 6th Street.
- Approval of June 2025 claims totaling $275,364.92
- Review of 2024 audit report by Hawkins Ash CPAs
- Closed session to review appraisal data for parcel ID 24.125.0860 (4054 West 6th Street)
- Direction to City Attorney to draft a three-month lease extension for The Bar
- Scheduling of a special meeting on July 14, 2025, for a personnel matter
City Council
The Goodview City Council held a regular meeting where they approved several items including a conditional use permit for remote-control racing events at 5220 6th Street, an ordinance amendment to allow these events in M-1 zones, and the purchase of a 2017 Pierce Velocity ladder truck from MacQueen. The Council also approved a resolution for off-site gambling at Goodview Park Pavilion and the city’s third-quarter newsletter draft.
- Approved purchase of 2017 Pierce Velocity 105’ Ladder Truck from MacQueen
- Amended Chapter #154 to add Remote Control Racing Events as a Conditional Use in M-1 zones
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for 5220 6th Street for RC racing events through October
- Approved Resolution No. 1281 for off-site gambling at Goodview Park Pavilion
- Approved draft of 3rd quarter 2025 city newsletter
City Council
The City Council decided on several licensing requests and infrastructure updates. The body approved the purchase of a Pierce Saber Pumper Truck and a variance for a new garage at 4520 7th Street.
- Approved purchase agreement with MacQueen for a Pierce Saber Pumper Truck
- Approved variance for a 30’ x 34’ garage at 4520 7th Street
- Tabled purchase of a 2017 Pierce Velocity 105’ Ladder Truck until June 16, 2025
- Approved installation of Yield signs at various intersections of 7th Street and 9th Street
- Declined permit request for eight dogs for Toni and Sue Hassinger
City Council
The Goodview City Council will review a task order for the 2026 Street Improvement Project and a presentation regarding a used ladder truck for the Fire Department. Members will also discuss a request to start a small orchard in a city park and a review of the Urban Chicken ordinance.
- Task Order #4 with Bolton & Menk for 2026 Street Improvement Project
- Resolution No. 1278 regarding Police Officers Declaration for Public Employees Retirement Association
- Proposal from Nancy Reynolds of 4455 7th Street for a small orchard in a City park
- Potential purchase of a used ladder truck for the Fire Department
- Review of the City’s Urban Chicken ordinance
City Council
The Goodview City Council approved a conditional use permit for a used car lot at 6710 Martina Road and tabled a discussion on grandfathering 12 chickens under the city's urban chicken ordinance pending city attorney review. The council also discussed a proposed RC car racing event and directed administration to draft a conditional use permit or event ordinance. Several administrative items were approved, including a temporary liquor license, food truck licenses, mobile home permits, and an appraisal contract.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit (Resolution 1276) for property at 6710 Martina Road to operate a used car lot in M-1 Light Manufacturing Zone
- Tabled debate on grandfathering 12 chickens under Urban Chicken Ordinance to May 19, 2025 meeting pending city attorney review
- Discussed RC car racing events on Thursday evenings; directed admin to draft CUP and Event Ordinance samples for May 19
- Approved Resolution 1275 granting temporary on-sale liquor license to Goodview Activity Group
- Approved appraisal contract with Midwest Appraisal Group, Inc. for property at 4054 West 6th Street
City Council
The Goodview City Council approved the consent agenda including claims totaling $262,657.72, adopted Option 3 of the Financial Planning Model after continued discussion, approved permits for three or more dogs (4-1 vote), and approved Resolution 1274 exempting a lawful gambling license for the National Wild Turkey Federation. Staff reported data collection for a potential east of 44th Avenue re-surfacing project has begun.
- Adopted Option 3 of the Financial Planning Model with guidance from Ehlers and Associates
- Approved claims totaling $262,657.72 (General Fund $187,461.11, EDA $100.00, Water $49,718.51, Sewer $25,378.10)
- Approved permits for three or more dogs (4-1 vote; Councilmember Gilliam dissenting)
- Approved Resolution 1274 exempting a lawful gambling license for the Winona Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation on August 16, 2025
- Discussed data collection for east of 44th Avenue re-surfacing project by Bolton & Menk
City Council
The City Council discussed the potential sale of the land and building currently leased by The Bar, citing a desire to exit the landlord business. The Council also approved a budget increase for fire department training and discussed a financial planning model.
- Approved a $10,000 increase to the Fire Department training budget
- Approved a motion to obtain a professional commercial appraisal for the property housing The Bar
- Approved the appropriation of unclaimed property for the benefit of the City of Goodview
- Approved the National Donate Life Month Proclamation
- Approved claims totaling $245,916.73
City Council
The Goodview City Council approved counseling services for all firefighters at an estimated cost of under $8,000 following the line-of-duty death of Fire Chief Jason Gruett. The council also discussed a first draft of a Financial Planning Model to fund future projects including road resurfacing, fire apparatus replacement, and park playground upgrades. Additionally, the council authorized the start of engineering for a road resurfacing project from 44th Avenue east to 34th Avenue, and approved closures and a road closure for the chief's funeral.
- Approved up to two counseling sessions for each Goodview Fire Department member at a cost of just under $8,000
- Authorized Bolton & Menk to begin engineering on a road resurfacing project from 44th Avenue east to 34th Avenue
- Presented first draft of Financial Planning Model (FPM) by Ehlers & Associates with options to fund road resurfacing, ladder truck and pumper truck replacement, and park playground replacements
- Approved closure of City Hall and Street Department on March 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the funeral of Fire Chief Jason Gruett
- Approved closure of Service Drive from 34th Ave to 44th Ave on March 20, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for funeral procession staging
City Council
The Goodview City Council held a public hearing and then adopted Ordinance No. 2025-01, amending the city's zoning code to establish districts for cannabis and hemp businesses as required by state law. The council also approved Resolution No. 1273 for a temporary on-sale liquor license for the Warrior Club, Inc. The consent agenda was approved, including February claims totaling $1,075,016.15.
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-01 amending zoning for cannabis/hemp businesses (Minn. Stat. 342.13)
- Resolution No. 1273: temporary on-sale liquor license for Warrior Club, Inc.
- Approval of claims: General Fund $222,844.46, EDA $277,868.25, bond funds, utility funds, total $1,075,016.15
- Police chief reported new squad car arriving in a week
- Council discussed resident Jim Cieminski's situation at 4635 6th Street (no action taken)
City Council
The Goodview City Council discussed revisions to the zoning ordinance for cannabis businesses, with a public hearing set for March 3. The council approved a 2025 contract for operation of the compost site and an exemption from a gambling license for the fire department relief association.
- Discussion of draft #2 of zoning ordinance revision for cannabis businesses, with final draft and public hearing scheduled for March 3
- Approved 2025 contract with Bill Whetstone to operate the Goodview Compost Site
- Approved Resolution No. 1272 granting exemption from lawful gambling license for Fire Dept Relief Assoc. on April 26, 2025
- Corrected a typo in previous minutes (frost depth changed from 41" to 48")
City Council
The Goodview City Council will consider several actions, including approving a resolution to amend the city's fee schedule for rates and charges, adopting 2025 Water and Sewer Fund budgets, and discussing a draft revision to the zoning ordinance for cannabis-related businesses. The consent agenda includes approval of January 2025 claims and bond payments totaling $380,157.18. The council will also make mayoral appointments and appoint a member to the Economic Development Authority board.
- Resolution No. 1271 amending the city's fee schedule for rates and charges
- 2025 Water Fund and Sewer Fund revenue and expenditure budgets
- Discussion on draft revision to zoning ordinance for cannabis businesses
- Bond payments due in February: $380,157.18 total
- Request to close 35th Avenue for Remlinger Collector Car Auctions on May 30-31, 2025
City Council
The Goodview City Council approved a utility rate study by Ehlers & Associates, adopted an ordinance regulating cannabis and hemp retail businesses, set a revised building code fee schedule, and authorized a task order for a water treatment filter evaluation. The meeting also included the swearing-in of the mayor and two councilmembers.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2024-01 (cannabis and hemp retail business regulation)
- Approved Resolution No. 1270 (revised building code fee schedule effective Jan. 1, 2025)
- Approved Task Order #3 with Bolton and Menk for Water Treatment Filter Evaluation
- Approved Utility Rate Study presented by Ehlers & Associates, Inc.
- Approved consent agenda including December 2024 claims totaling $447,654.75