Empire public meetings in 2024

Empire Planning Commission

The Empire Planning Commission will discuss solar electric system zoning and review information on the Parks Master Plan and Dakota County Greenways. The body will also consider recommending approval for a property parcel split in the DNH Empire Addition.

• Discussion of Section 6.20 of Empire Zoning Ordinance regarding Solar Electric Systems
• Proposed parcel split of property in DNH Empire Addition
• Information on Adopted Empire Parks Master Plan
• Information on Dakota County Greenways Projects in Empire
• Information regarding data centers from Bruce Betzold

The Empire Planning Commission recommended no change to the zoning ordinance that prohibits wholesale solar electric systems, following a request from property owners. The Commission also received updates on the Parks Master Plan, Dakota County Greenways, a property inspection, and tabled a parcel split application until it is complete.

• Recommended no change to Zoning Ordinance Section 6.20, keeping wholesale solar arrays prohibited (unanimous)
• Tabled parcel split application for NHCC Properties until application is complete
• Recommended joint meeting with City Council on January 28, 2025, to discuss AUAR land use scenarios
• Directed staff to check property at PID #120360001011 again at start of growing season
• Noted camper on property must be removed as it is not used for farming

Empire City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2024 tax levy, the final 2024 city budget, and the Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also review ordinances regarding cannabis businesses and consumption, as well as a new fee schedule.

• Resolution 2024-12A (2024 Tax Levy) and Resolution 2024-12B (Final 2024 City Budget and CIP)
• Ordinance No. 2024-6 and Ordinance No. 287 regarding cannabis businesses, possession, sale, and consumption
• Resolution No. 2024-12C adopting the Fee Schedule (Ordinance No. 515-2025)
• Adoption of the Park System Master Plan and amendments to Stelzel Field Terms of Agreement
• Engagement agreement with Abdo for the 2024 financial audit

The Empire City Council unanimously approved the 2024 tax levy, final 2024 budget and Capital Improvement Plan, and adopted three cannabis-related ordinances (zoning, possession/sale/consumption, and nuisance amendments). It also adopted a public utility ordinance with new availability charges and a revised fee schedule effective January 1, 2025.

• Adopted 2024 tax levy and final 2024 budget/CIP (5-0)
• Adopted cannabis zoning ordinance, Ordinance No. 287, and nuisance ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 510, Public Utility Ordinance, adding availability charges (5-0)
• Adopted fee schedule (Ordinance No. 515-2025) with new fees effective Jan 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 employment agreements for five staff members (5-0)
• Approved Park System Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Stelzel Field Terms of Agreement (5-0)
• Approved engagement with Abdo for 2024 financial audit (5-0)

Empire Planning Commission

The Empire Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting with the City Council to discuss a proposed AUAR and future development plans. It will also consider recommending approval of several ordinance amendments, including changes to zoning for cannabis businesses, a new ordinance regulating possession, sale and consumption of cannabis, and an amendment to the Nuisance & Abatement Ordinance.

• Joint meeting with Empire City Council to discuss proposed AUAR and future development
• Consider recommending approval of zoning ordinance amendments for cannabis businesses
• Consider recommending approval of an ordinance regulating possession, sale and consumption of cannabis
• Consider recommending approval of an amendment to the Nuisance & Abatement Ordinance

The Empire Planning Commission recommended that the City Council proceed with developing an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) for the Northwest area, estimated to cost $393,000 and to be repaid through per-acre development charges. The commission also recommended adoption of zoning ordinance amendments related to cannabis businesses, including provisions for retail locations and noise regulations. Both recommendations passed unanimously.

• Recommended proceeding with AUAR for Northwest Empire (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of cannabis zoning ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance regulating possession, sale, and consumption of cannabis (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of nuisance ordinance amendment for noise (5-0)

Empire City Council

The City Council will present the 2025 draft budget for public comment. The body is also considering a liquor license for Kwik Trip and a nuisance ordinance violation at 3702 Upper 204th St. W.

• Public comment meeting on 2025 Draft Budget
• Off-Sale 3.2% Malt Liquor License for Kwik Trip Stores
• Nuisance Ordinance Violation at 3702 Upper 204th St. W
• Replacement of street lights/poles on 199th Street
• Resolution 2024-11C to certify unpaid utilities

The Empire City Council approved the 2025 budget and tax levy, which represents a 5.88% increase from the 2024 levy (1.96% after estimated tax capacity increase). The council also approved a three-year agreement with Safe Assure for employee safety training and OSHA compliance, and voted to proceed with the AUAR for the Northwest area of Empire.

• Approved 2025 tax levy with 5.88% increase (5-0)
• Approved three-year Safe Assure training agreement (5-0)
• Approved off-sale 3.2% malt liquor license for Kwik Trip (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-11C certifying unpaid utilities (5-0)
• Forwarded nuisance violation at 3702 Upper 204th St. W to attorney (5-0)
• Recommended no comment on Rosemount comprehensive plan amendments (5-0)
• Recommended canceling 12/3/2024 Planning Commission meeting
• Approved proceeding with AUAR for Northwest area (5-0)

Empire City Council

The Empire City Council will meet on November 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM to consider adopting a resolution updating the snow removal policy, canvassing election results, and discussing other local issues. The meeting includes committee reports, public comments, and approval of routine agenda items.

• Adopt Resolution 2024-11A: Empire Snow Removal Policy Update
• Adopt Resolution 2024-11B: Canvassing 2024 City Council Election Results
• Consider Agreement for Prosecution Services with Campbell Knutson
• Approve Agreement with Bolton & Menk Inc. for Trail Master Plan Development
• Discuss Traffic Speed Concerns on Camrose Way

Empire Planning Commission

The Empire Planning Commission will hold two public hearings to consider a zoning amendment for cannabis businesses and an ordinance regulating cannabis possession, sale, and consumption. The commission will also review a draft amendment to the Public Utility Ordinance (Ordinance No. 510‑I), discuss the definition of “Farm” in the zoning ordinance, and address zoning violations at 210th Street and Clayton Ave. Additional items include reviewing Rosemount comprehensive‑plan amendments and discussing a moratorium on data centers and water‑tower/well siting.

• Public Hearing #1 – amendment to Empire Zoning Ordinance for cannabis businesses
• Public Hearing #2 – ordinance regulating possession, sale, and consumption of cannabis
• Draft Public Utility Ordinance amendment (Amending Ordinance No. 510‑I)
• Discussion on zoning ordinance definition of “Farm”
• Zoning violations at 210th Street and Clayton Ave (PID 12‑03600‑01‑011)

Empire City Council

The Empire City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a street vacation for McNamara Contracting. The council will also consider purchasing new streetlights for 199th Street W and waiving a ballfield concession fee for a September 2025 tournament.

• Public hearing for proposed street vacation (McNamara Contracting)
• Proposed purchase of new streetlights on 199th Street W
• Proposed waiver of ballfield concession fee for Invisible Wounds Tournament
• Discussion of damaged bench on trail at west end of 205th St W
• Update on 194th Street Gate

Empire City Council

The Empire City Council will review development proposals and infrastructure updates. Key items include a preliminary plat for the Deer Creek Development and a discussion on emergency access for the Fairhill Development.

• Consideration of Preliminary Plat / PUD for Proposed Deer Creek Development
• Discussion on Fairhill Development Emergency Access Gate at 194th Street W.
• Approval of Food Truck (MFU) Licenses
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment for City of Farmington (Farmington Technology Park)
• Request for Surety Reduction for DNH Empire Addition

Empire Planning Commission

The Empire Planning Commission will review an updated site plan for the Glenhaven Events Center, a proposed public street vacation, draft cannabis regulations, and a Farmington technology park amendment. It will also discuss food truck ordinance fees and whether to cancel the November 5 meeting.

• Updated Site Plan Review for Glenhaven Events Center
• Proposed vacation of public street right-of-way
• Draft ordinances for cannabis regulation
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Farmington Technology Park
• Discussion on Mobile Food Unit (Food Truck) Ordinance Fees

Empire City Council

The City Council will consider several operational approvals, including a liquor license for Southern Hills Golf Course and a 24-hour operation permit for Holcim's Stonex-Nielsen Mine. The body will also discuss proposed cannabis regulations and a draft letter regarding Met Council 2050 Land Use Policy.

• Continuation of 24-hour operation for Holcim's Stonex-Nielsen Mine
• Liquor License for Newman Golf Investors, LP (Southern Hills Golf Course)
• Proposed cannabis regulations discussion
• Resolution 2024-9B to set a public hearing for a public street vacation
• Renewal of employee health insurance with BlueCross BlueShield of Minnesota

Empire Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to consider the preliminary plat and planned unit development for the proposed Deer Creek development. It will review a proposal to demolish and construct a new home at 21112 Blaine Avenue. The meeting also includes Xcel Energy’s request for a timeline on extending the Clayton Avenue laydown yard, updates on draft cannabis ordinances, a letter to the Metropolitan Council about the Imagine 2050 draft land‑use policy plan, and a proposed comprehensive‑plan amendment for the Farmington Technology Park.

• Public hearing on preliminary plat/PUD for proposed Deer Creek development
• Proposal to demolish and construct a new home at 21112 Blaine Avenue
• Xcel Energy request for timeline on extending Clayton Avenue laydown yard
• Update on draft ordinances related to cannabis
• Proposed comprehensive‑plan amendment for City of Farmington Technology Park (including updated letter to Metropolitan Council on Imagine 2050 draft land‑use policy plan)

Empire City Council

The council will consider several consent‑agenda items, including approving minutes and a food‑truck license list. Committee reports will be presented on a street‑improvement project, a conditional‑use‑permit amendment for the Dakota Area Transfer, and an amendment to retail‑sales zoning in the AG district. In new business the council will vote on a proposed 2024 tax levy, set a date for a 2025 budget public‑comment meeting, discuss a street‑light installation at Highway 3 and 205th St. Ct., and receive information on Metro Cities.

• Consider Approving Food Truck (MFU) Licenses
• Consider Approving CUP Amendment for Dakota Area Transfer (NHCC Properties LLC)
• Consider Adopting Ordinance No. 2024-5 to amend retail‑sales provisions in the AG District
• Consider Adopting Resolution 2024-9A for the 2024 Tax Levy, collectable in 2025
• Consider Installation of a new Street Light at Highway 3 and 205th St. Ct.

Empire Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests regarding residential building rights and zoning requirements for the Glenhaven site. The body will also discuss cannabis regulation and a draft letter concerning the Met Council 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

• Transfer of one residential building right from PID 12-03300-01-020 to 12-02700-52-012
• Zoning requirements for Glenhaven Site (George Maverick)
• Discussion on cannabis regulation
• Draft letter for Met Council 2050 Comprehensive Plan

Empire Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit amendment and changes to retail sales provisions in the AG District. The body will also review a parcel split request and residential building rights.

• Public hearing for CUP amendment at 3358 165th St. E. (Dakota Area Transfer)
• Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance amendment regarding retail sales in the AG District
• Parcel split request for 20852 Bentley Ct. (John Kulhanek)
• Confirmation of residential building rights for Glenn & Melissa Betzold
• Update on Metropolitan Council requirements for Imagine 2050 Plan

The Empire Planning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit (CUP) amendment for Dakota Area Transfer at 3358 165th St. E., which includes a turning lane on County Road 81 and requires occupancy only after MPCA and Dakota County permits are obtained. The commission also recommended approval of a zoning ordinance amendment allowing retail sales of agricultural products in the AG District, and recommended assigning two residential building rights to Betzold parcels once combined to 40 acres or more. A parcel split request for 20852 Bentley Ct. was discussed but not approved due to lot size requirements.

• Recommended approval of CUP amendment for Dakota Area Transfer (3-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning ordinance amendment for retail sales in AG District (4-0)
• Recommended assigning two residential building rights to Betzold parcels when combined to 40+ acres (4-0)
• Discussed parcel split request for 20852 Bentley Ct.; no action taken

Empire City Council

The City Council will hold a budget workshop to review the proposed 2025 budget. The body is also considering a new ordinance regarding the use of public land and easements.

• Proposed 2025 Budget presentation
• Ordinance No. 265-B regulating uses on public land, rights-of-way, and easements
• Resolution 2024-8A accepting contributions for Empire Celebration
• Approval of Food Truck (MFU) licenses
• Request for group mailbox site on 191st Street West

The Empire City Council adopted Ordinance No. 265-B, which updates references from 'township' to 'city' and adds a section on maintenance of stormwater ponds and drainage easements. The council also approved the consent agenda, including food truck licenses and a resolution accepting contributions. No other substantive decisions were made; the 2025 budget was presented for discussion only.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 265-B regulating uses on public land (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, cash balance, Resolution 2024-8A, and food truck licenses (5-0)

Empire Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review a proposed zoning ordinance amendment regarding AG Retail Sales. The body will also receive information on maintenance near stormwater ponds and wetlands and general planning and zoning updates.

• Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment for AG Retail Sales
• Maintenance information for stormwater ponds and wetlands

Empire City Council

The Empire City Council will consider approving a pro-rated license fee for the Eggroll Queen Inc. and a letter of support for a Vermillion River Watershed culvert improvement project. The meeting also includes consent agenda items such as financial reports and minutes.

• Approve MFU License for Eggroll Queen Inc.
• Letter of Support for Vermillion River Watershed Culvert Improvements Grant
• Financial Report (Profit & Loss/Budget Comparison as of 8/9/2024)
• Dakota Area Transfer Station CUP Update
• 2024 Street & Parking Lot Project Update

Empire Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a parcel split and a privacy fence request. Members will also review proposed amendments to the city's mining ordinance and a comprehensive plan amendment for the Lord of Life site in Lakeville.

• Proposed parcel split at 19015 Blaine Ave.
• Privacy fence request for side yard at 19418 Century Rd.
• Proposed amendments to Ordinance No. 450 (Mining Ordinance)
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment for City of Lakeville- Lord of Life Site
• Sale of goods in the AG District (Brand Farms)

Empire City Council

The City Council will consider approving the list of election judges for the 2024 primary and general elections. The body will also receive updates on the Nitti Sanitation Waste Transfer Station and a proposed comprehensive plan amendment for the Cedar Hills North Development in Lakeville.

• Payment of bills totaling $124,450.09
• Resolution No. 2024-7 to approve 2024 Primary and General Election judges
• Request to grade and install footings at Nitti Sanitation Waste Transfer Station
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Cedar Hills North Development
• Highway 66 speed statistics report

Empire City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss local governance items, including the adoption of a new tree ordinance. The body will also review updates to the Capital Improvement Plan and consider a mobile food license.

• Payment of bills totaling $120,627.40
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 470 regulating trees in the City of Empire
• Review of Draft Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) updates
• Approval of annual mobile food unit license for Kona Ice
• June 2024 law enforcement incident reports

Empire Planning Commission

The Empire Planning Commission will review updates to the city’s mining ordinance, progress on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, and a proposed amendment for the Lakeville-Cedar Hills North development. The meeting will also include a discussion on allowing sales of goods in the AG zoning district.

• Mining Ordinance Update Discussion
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Lakeville - Cedar Hills North Development
• Sales of Goods in the AG District
• Update on 2050 Comprehensive Plan Process / Met Council Updates

Empire City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding an interim ordinance to place a moratorium on cannabis businesses and related activity. The agenda also includes reviews of the Deer Creek Subdivision layout and tree regulations.

• Public hearing for a cannabis business moratorium
• Review of revised layout for Deer Creek Subdivision
• Consideration of Ordinance No. 470 regarding tree regulation
• Approval of Pay Request #1 for the 2024 Street Project
• Payment of bills totaling $339,614.76

Empire Planning Commission

The commission will hold a joint meeting with the City Council regarding connection charges and area fees for future development. The agenda also includes a review of the revised layout for the Deer Creek Subdivision and a draft tree ordinance.

• Joint Meeting with City Council on Connection Charges and Area Fees
• Review of revised layout for Deer Creek Subdivision
• Review of draft Tree Ordinance

Empire City Council

The City Council will consider several planning items including a site plan for Xcel Energy on Clayton Ave and an amendment to the Empire Zoning Ordinance. The agenda also includes a potential moratorium on cannabis businesses and a development agreement with KT Real Estate Holdings, LLC.

• Site Plan for Xcel Energy Laydown Yard on Clayton Ave
• Ordinance No. 2024-3 to eliminate auto repair restrictions in the MXR District
• Amended IUP Renewal for American Motors
• Moratorium on the operation of cannabis businesses
• Development Agreement with KT Real Estate Holdings, LLC (Kwik Trip)

Empire Planning Commission

The commission will review a site plan for the Xcel Energy Laydown Yard on Clayton Ave. The meeting also includes consideration of a moratorium ordinance for cannabis businesses and a discussion regarding tree maintenance policy.

• Site Plan Review for Xcel Energy Laydown Yard - Clayton Ave.
• Moratorium Ordinance for Cannabis Businesses and Related Activities
• Discussion on Policy Relating to Maintenance of Trees

Empire City Council

The council will review several planning items, including zoning ordinance amendments for auto repair and waste transfer facilities. They will also consider industrial use permits for mineral extraction and American Motors. Additionally, the council will address agricultural reenrollment applications.

• Zoning amendment to allow auto repair/maintenance in MXR District
• CUP for Dakota Area Transfer solid waste station at 3358 165th Street East
• Renewal of IUP for Holcim Inc. mineral extraction on Hynes/Edelman Property
• Resolution 2024-5A regarding AG Parcels reenrollment into Metropolitan AG Preserve Program
• $97,163.43 in bills for payment

Empire City Council

The City Council will consider several planning items including a Kwik Trip site plan revision and a parcel split for the Glen Haefs property. The agenda also includes discussions on tree maintenance policy and an agreement with Bolton & Menk Inc. for a park plan update.

• Approval of Kwik Trip Site Plan revision for trash enclosure
• Acceptance of Met Council Density Requirements for Deer Creek Subdivision
• Parcel split/driveway application for Glen Haefs property at Highway 3 and 170th Street
• Agreement with Bolton & Menk Inc. for Park Plan Update
• Seasonal Mobile Food Unit License for Brand Farms LLC

Empire Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for auto repair and solid waste transfer facilities. The agenda also includes an IUP renewal for mineral extraction and a discussion on tree maintenance policy.

• Zoning amendment to allow auto repair in the MXR District
• IUP amendment for American Motors at 20485 Chippendale Ave.
• Solid waste transfer facility use amendments in the LI District
• CUP for a solid waste transfer station at 3358 165th St. E
• Renewal of mineral extraction IUP for Holcim Inc.

Empire City Council

The City Council will discuss future development and infrastructure financing for the Northwest Section of Empire. The agenda also includes a joint session with the Planning Commission to consider land use amendments and plat revisions. Additionally, the Council will review siren maintenance agreements and food truck licenses.

• Discussion on development fees and infrastructure financing in Northwest Empire
• CUP Amendment for Dreamerick, LLC to allow a chapel structure
• Updated JPA with Farmington for emergency warning siren maintenance
• Approval of food truck licenses and permit fee waivers
• Payment of bills totaling $44,609.19

Empire Planning Commission

The commission will continue a public hearing regarding a solid waste transfer station at 3358 165th St. E. Other items include a zoning amendment for auto repair in the MXR district and several site plan or property requests.

• Continuation of Public Hearing: CUP for Dakota Area Transfer solid waste transfer station (3358 165th St. E.)
• Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to eliminate auto repair/maintenance restrictions in MXR District
• Site Plan Revision: Kwik Trip trash enclosure
• Proposed residential structure addition at Watt Munisotaram
• Parcel split and driveway application for Glen Haefs property (SW corner of Highway 3 and 170th Street)

Empire City Council

The council will consider accepting a bid from McNamara Contracting, Inc. for the 2024 Street and Parking Lot Improvement Project. The agenda also includes reviewing committee reports on sanitary sewer and law enforcement.

• Consider accepting bid from McNamara Contracting, Inc. for 2024 Street and Parking Lot Improvement Project
• Approval of $103,538.66 in bills to be paid
• $50,000 transfer from General Savings to General Checking
• Sanitary Sewer Report from MDH
• Consider holding joint meeting with Empire Planning Commission on April 23, 2024

Empire Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding a solid waste transfer station and a chapel addition. The meeting also includes discussions on the Deer Creek development, a residential structure at Watt Munisotaram, and an ordinance amendment.

• CUP for Dakota Area Transfer to allow solid waste transfer station at 3358 165th St. E.
• CUP Amendment for Dreamerick, LLC (Glenhaven Events) to add a chapel structure
• Plan update for proposed Deer Creek Development revisions
• Proposed addition of a residential structure at Watt Munisotaram
• Amendment to Ordinance No. 140-B regarding Recreation Commission Terms

Empire City Council

The City Council will consider several mining IUP renewals and amendments, including those for Holcim-MWR and Dakota Aggregates, LLC. The council is also reviewing proposals to update the Empire Parks Master Plan and a draft contract with the Dakota County CDA.

• Proposed purchase of submersible pump from McCarthy Well for Empire Well #3
• Preliminary Engineering Report for NW Area Sanitary Sewer and Water
• Seasonal Mining IUP for Holcim-MWR at the Hartigan Property
• Amendment to the IUP for the Holcim-MWR Brand Mine
• Renewal and amendment to IUP for Dakota Aggregates, LLC. UMore Mine

Empire Planning Commission

The commission will hold public hearings regarding mineral extraction permits for Holcim-MWR, Inc. and Dakota Aggregates, Inc. The meeting also includes a discussion on connection fees and availability charges.

• Amendment to IUP for Holcim-MWR, Inc. Brand Mine
• Seasonal mineral extraction at Hartigan Property
• 24/7 operation renewal for Dakota Aggregates, Inc. UMore Mine
• Renewal of IUP for Dakota Aggregates Inc.-Brockman Mine
• Request from American Motors to add auto repair services

Empire City Council

The City Council will review the 2023 financial statement audit and consider approving it. The agenda includes a proposed amendment to the Empire Zoning Ordinance and a request for an outdoor pizza oven at the Public Works Building.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2024-1 amending Section 5.05, C, 5 of Ordinance No. 400
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment - City of Rosemount
• Presentation and approval of the 2023 Financial Statement Audit
• Request for an outdoor pizza oven at the Empire Public Works Building
• Bills to be paid totaling $380,148.35

Empire City Council

The Empire City Council will review plans for the 2024 Street Improvement Project and consider adopting the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update. The agenda also includes a fire service contract with Farmington and an out-of-state travel policy.

• Bids for Proposed 2024 Street Improvement Project
• Adoption of Resolution 2024-2B (2040 Comprehensive Plan Update)
• Fire Service contract with the City of Farmington
• Elected Official Out-Of-State Travel Policy
• Bills totaling $54,683.35

Empire City Council

The City Council will consider amending the zoning ordinance regarding schools in the AG District and reviewing a contract for fire service with the City of Farmington. The agenda also includes a sketch plan review for the Del Webb development on 170th Street.

• Amending Zoning Ordinance to allow middle and high schools as a conditional use in the AG District
• Sketch Plan Review for proposed Del Webb development on 170th Street
• Approval of fire service contract with the City of Farmington
• Adoption of Resolution 2024-2A regarding election judges for the 2024 PNP Election
• Bills to be paid totaling $126,327.28

Empire City Council

The Council will consider a resolution for an accessory structure variance at 1623 210th Street. The meeting includes discussion on the future trash transfer station EAW and a report on $240,000 transferred between city accounts.

• Resolution 2024-1E: Accessory structure variance at 1623 210th Street
• Resolution 2024-1F: Establishing ARPA revenue as disbursed
• Discussion on Future Trash Transfer Station EAW
• Bills to be paid totaling $346,880.29
• 2024 Street Improvements Project neighborhood meeting

Empire City Council

The council will consider several planning requests, including a car wash and gas station for Kwik Trip. They will also consider closing 194th Street West at the border of Empire and Farmington. Other items include city appointments and an audit engagement.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Kwik Trip car wash
• Closing 194th Street West at the Empire and Farmington border
• Purchase of a Chevy Colorado pickup truck
• Site plan for Kwik Trip convenience store with gasoline sales
• Bills to be paid totaling $145,816.23

Empire City Council

The City Council will review the 2023 tax settlement receipt and cash balance report. Action items include adopting the 2024 city budget, tax levy, and a new fee schedule via ordinance.

• Adoption of 2023 Tax Levy (Resolution 2023-12A)
• Adoption of 2024 City Budget and Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution 2023-12B)
• Adoption of Fee Schedule via Ordinance No. 515-2024
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding United Christian Academy Foundation
• Bills to be paid totaling $66,568.29