Lino Lakes public meetings in 2025
37 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Environmental Board
The Lino Lakes Environmental Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss a Pine Oaks Planned Unit Development concept plan, and receive an update on a Metropolitan Council water efficiency grant.
- Approval of November 25, 2025 minutes
- Metropolitan Council Water Efficiency Grant Update
- Pine Oaks PUD Concept Plan discussion
- Environmental Board Members discussion item
General
The City Council will hold a special closed meeting to discuss the Zikar Holding LLC vs. City of Lino Lakes lawsuit under attorney-client privilege. The agenda includes a roll-call vote to enter and exit the closed session. No other business is scheduled.
- Closed session to discuss Zikar Holding LLC vs. City of Lino Lakes lawsuit
- Roll-call vote to enter closed session under Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05
- Roll-call vote to return to open session
Planning & Zoning Board
The Lino Lakes Planning & Zoning Board will conduct two public hearings at this televised meeting. One hearing continues a review of the Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan Amendment, rezoning, and preliminary development plans. The other hearing considers a planned-unit development amendment for Lyngblomsten’s skilled nursing care center.
- Continued public hearing: Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan Amendment, rezoning, PUD Preliminary Plan and Preliminary Plat
- Public hearing: Lyngblomsten PUD Amendment #3 – Skilled Nursing Care Center
General
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2026 Final Budget and Levy and the 2026-2030 Financial Plan. The body will also consider several land use permits and infrastructure projects, including street rehabilitation and property acquisition via eminent domain.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $2,513,122.87
- Truth-in-Taxation Public Hearing for the 2026 Final Budget and Levy
- Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Waldoch Farm Agritourism (8174 Lake Drive)
- Motor Vehicle Sales Lot Conditional Use Permit for Lino Lakes Dealership and Offices (7920 Lake Drive)
- Acquisition of real property interests for Otter Lake Road Extension Improvements Project by eminent domain
General
The Lino Lakes City Council will hold a closed meeting to discuss a lawsuit involving Zikar Holding LLC versus the City of Lino Lakes. The closed session is required under Minnesota Statutes for attorney-client privilege.
- Closed session under Minnesota Statutes §13D.05 for Zikar Holding LLC vs. City of Lino Lakes lawsuit
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2026 Final Proposed Budget and consider several land-use permits, including a motor vehicle sales lot and an agritourism amendment. The meeting will also cover updates on street reconstruction and comprehensive plan amendments.
- 2026 Final Proposed Budget
- Lino Lakes Dealership and Offices (7920 Lake Drive) Conditional Use Permit
- Waldoch Farm Agritourism Conditional Use Permit Amendment
- Main Street Master Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendment
- Town Center South Master Plan
Environmental Board
The Environmental Board will meet to take action on the 2026 annual work plan. Members will also discuss recycling updates and water management projects.
- Environmental Board Annual Work Plan 2026
- Shenandoah Park Stormwater Improvements
- Centerville Lake Alum Treatment Update
- Recycling Updates
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will hold a work session on the 2026 budget and consider a conditional use permit for a motor vehicle sales lot. The regular meeting includes a consent agenda with expenditures and resolutions, followed by reports from city departments and a public hearing on a drainage easement.
- Conditional Use Permit for Lino Lakes Dealership and Offices (7920 Lake Drive)
- Approval of 2026 Final Proposed Budget
- Approval of November expenditures ($1,040,962.01)
- Public Hearing: Lake Amelia Woods Final Plat
- Andall Street Culvert Project contract award
City Council
The City Council is meeting as a Canvassing Board. The primary purpose of the meeting is to certify the results of a City Council Member recount.
- Certification of Lino Lakes City Council Member recount results
Planning & Zoning Board
The Lino Lakes Planning & Zoning Board will hold a continued public hearing on the Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning, along with a public hearing for the Main Street Master Plan Amendment. The board will also consider a Waldoch Farm agritourism permit amendment, a Del Webb-Pulte Homes PUD concept plan, and the Lake Amelia Woods Second Addition Final Plat.
- Continued Public Hearing: Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning
- Public Hearing: Main Street Master Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendment
- Public Hearing: Waldoch Farm Agritourism Conditional Use Permit Amendment
- Del Webb-Pulte Homes PUD Concept Plan
- Lake Amelia Woods Second Addition Final Plat
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will meet to approve expenditures, confirm election results, and consider resolutions for bond reimbursements and right-of-way plat approval. The Council will also hold a public hearing on a proposed fee schedule amendment.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $2,277,070.80
- Resolution No. 25-155: Intent to reimburse Public Works Building expenditures with bond proceeds
- Resolution No. 25-156: Intent to reimburse Otter Lake Road Extension Improvements with bond proceeds
- First Reading of Ordinance No. 19-25: Amending City Code Chapter 218 Fee Schedule
- Resolution No. 25-157: Approving City of Lino Lakes Right of Way Plat No. 4
General
The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several planning proposals. The session includes reviews of the Town Center Master Plan and the Metropolitan Council 2050 System Statement.
- Town Center Master Plan Proposal discussion
- Metropolitan Council 2050 System Statement
- Otter Lake Road Business Communication Plan
- Project updates
Park Board
The Lino Lakes Park Board will meet to approve minutes from October 1, 2025, and discuss the Del Webb-Pulte Homes master planned development. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
- Approval of October 1, 2025 minutes
- Discussion of Del Webb-Pulte Homes master planned development
- Next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2025
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to review financing for 2026 public improvement projects and the 2026 fee schedule. Members will also discuss a conditional use permit for a motor vehicle sales lot and the use of ATVs and golf carts on public streets.
- 2026 Public Improvement Project Financing
- Motor Vehicle Sales Lot Conditional Use Permit for Lino Lakes Dealership and Offices
- ATV / Golf Carts on Public Streets
- Amendment to Endurance Fitness, Professional Management Services and Fitness Center Agreement
- 2026 Fee Schedule
Environmental Board
The Lino Lakes Environmental Board will hold its regular meeting, televised on Channel 16 and northmetrotv.com. The board will review a concept plan for the Del Webb-Pulte Homes Planned Unit Development (PUD) and receive an update on the Heron Rookery event. No substantive decisions are scheduled.
- Del Webb-Pulte Homes PUD Concept Plan review
- Heron Rookery Event Update
City Council
The City Council will consider a zoning amendment regarding cannabis microbusinesses and mezzobusinesses. The meeting includes a public hearing on a fee schedule ordinance and the adoption of assessments for Hampton Addition and other individual properties.
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 17-25 regarding cannabis microbusiness and mezzobusiness zoning
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 19-25 to amend the fee schedule
- Approval of expenditures totaling $690,918.81
- Resolution No. 25-150 adopting assessments for Hampton Addition
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 18-25 regarding Fire Code Adoption
City Council
The City Council is holding a special work session to review financial planning for 2026. Members will discuss the budget, utility rates, and the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program.
- 2026 Budget updates and discussion
- 2026 Utility Rates
- 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program
- Funding Plan for 2026 Improvements
- Franchise Fees
City Council
The City Council will vote on a zoning text amendment regarding cannabis microbusiness and mezzobusiness. The body is also reviewing several plat amendments, development agreements, and public nuisance abatements.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $2,123,641.76
- First reading of Ordinance No. 17-25 regarding Cannabis Microbusiness and Mezzobusiness zoning
- Public hearing for 2025 Weed Abatement Charges assessment roll
- Approval of Final Plat and Development Agreement for Hampton Addition
- First reading of Ordinance No. 16-25 amending the Fire Code Adoption
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will conduct public hearings regarding a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for Peltier Ponds. The board will also consider a conditional use permit for a dealership and office, and discuss the Main Street Master Plan.
- Continued public hearing: Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, PUD Preliminary Plan and Preliminary Plat
- Public hearing: Lino Lakes Dealership and Office Conditional Use Permit
- Discussion: Main Street Master Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendment
General
The City Council will hold a work session to review cannabis retail operator status and a zoning amendment for cannabis micro- and mezzobusinesses. The meeting also includes quarterly reports from police and fire departments and a design update for the Public Works building.
- Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for cannabis microbusiness and mezzobusiness
- Municipal Cannabis Retail Operator status report
- Public Works Building design update
- Seasonal pickleball court use at ice rinks
- Police and Fire Department quarterly reports
General
The Economic Development Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the scope of the Town Center Master Plan update. The committee will also receive project updates.
- Town Center Master Plan Update scope discussion
- Project updates
Park Board
The Park Board will meet to review the current state and potential future plans for neighborhood parks. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 7 and July 7, 2025.
- Discussion of current state and future plans for neighborhood parks
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will approve routine expenditures totaling $3,617,768.17 and consider adopting the 2026 preliminary levy. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Sunset Avenue Reconstruction Project and a public hearing regarding delinquent utility charges.
- Approval of expenditures for September 22, 2025 ($3,617,768.17)
- Review of fitness equipment purchase for Rookery Activity Center
- Consideration of 2026 preliminary levy and budget public hearing
- Public hearing on proposed assessments for 2025 delinquent utility charges
- Presentation on Sunset Avenue Reconstruction Project
Planning & Zoning Board
The Planning & Zoning Board will hold public hearings regarding cannabis business zoning and the Peltier Ponds comprehensive plan. The board will also review preliminary and final plats for several local developments.
- Public hearing for Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, PUD Preliminary Plan and Preliminary Plat
- Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (City Code Chapter 1007) regarding Cannabis Microbusiness and Mezzobusiness
- Public hearing for Lake Amelia Woods Preliminary Plat Amendment
- Review of Wilkinson Waters PUD Final Plan/Final Plat
- Review of Hampton Addition Final Plat
City Council
The City Council will review development agreements and final plats for two projects, Natures Refuge North and Clearwater Commons. The body is also deciding on council compensation and the 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project plans. Other business includes approving over $408,000 in expenditures.
- Approval of expenditures for September 8, 2025, in the amount of $408,125.56
- Resolution No. 25-124 to authorize plans and specs for the 2026 Street Rehabilitation Project
- Resolution No. 25-118 and 25-119 regarding PUD Final Plan, Final Plat, and Development Agreement for Natures Refuge North
- Resolution No. 25-120 and 25-121 regarding Final Plat and Development Agreement for Clearwater Commons
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 15-25 for the Biennial Review of Council Compensation
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will consider approving the Main Street Master Plan, a construction contract for parking lot and trail maintenance, and the renewal of an animal care center contract. The meeting also includes the approval of expenditures totaling $2,082,544.93 and the appointment of an accountant.
- Approval of Lino Lakes Main Street Master Plan (Resolution 25-116)
- Construction contract award for 2025 Parking Lot and Trail Maintenance ($2,082,544.93 total expenditures)
- Renewal of Otter Lake Animal Care Center Contract for Services
- Final plat approval for Java Lino Lakes Second Addition (Resolution 25-114)
- Land acquisition authorization for Otter Lake Road Extension Improvement Project (Resolution 25-117)
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will convene a closed meeting to discuss the Zikar Holding LLC vs. City of Lino Lakes lawsuit under attorney-client privilege.
- Closed meeting to discuss Zikar Holding LLC lawsuit
- Meeting closed under Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05
- Mayor Rafferty and Councilmembers Lyden, Stoesz, Ruhland, and Cavegn present
Planning & Zoning Board
The Lino Lakes Planning & Zoning Board will conduct public hearings on the Main Street Master Plan and a continued hearing for the Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plans. Final plats for Natures Refuge North PUD, Java Lino Lakes Second Addition, and Clearwater Commons are also on the agenda.
- PUBLIC HEARING for Lino Lakes Main Street Master Plan
- CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING for Peltier Ponds Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, PUD Preliminary Plan and Preliminary Plat
- Natures Refuge North PUD Final Plan/Final Plat
- Java Lino Lakes Second Addition Final Plat
- Clearwater Commons Final Plat
City Council
The City Council will consider approving over $2.8 million in expenditures and several administrative appointments. The meeting includes decisions on a Main Street urban review, a variance for 1210 Main Street, and updates to special connection fees.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $2,813,947.04
- Resolution 25-102 regarding Lino Lakes Main Street Final Alternative Urban Areawide Review
- Resolution No. 25-105 for 1210 Main Street Accessory Structure Variance
- Ordinance No. 14-25 amending City Code Chapter 218.01 (10)(e) regarding Special Connection Fees
- Final payment for 2024 Street Rehabilitation and Trunk Watermain Project
General
The City Council will meet for a work session featuring a strategic planning session led by facilitator Phil Kern. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.
- Strategic Planning Session with facilitator Phil Kern
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the biennial review of council compensation and the final alternative for the Lino Lakes Main Street Urban Areawide Review. The body will also receive updates on the Otter Lake Road Extension Improvement Project and the City Administrator's report.
- Biennial Review of Council Compensation
- Lino Lakes Main Street Final Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR)
- Otter Lake Road Extension Improvement Project update
- Vadnais Lakes Area Water Management Organization (VLAMO) JPA amendments
City Council
The City Council will review a zoning map amendment for the Erickson property and a change to city code regarding special connection fees. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of new police and fire personnel.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $3,114,934.15
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 13-25 to rezone 7590 20th Avenue from Rural to Two Family Residential
- Ordinance No. 14-25 to amend City Code Chapter 218.01 (10)(e) regarding special connection fees
- Resolution No. 25-97 for American Legion Post 566 special event permit and temporary liquor license
- Water Appropriation Permit Contested Case Appeal discussion
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will meet to approve expenditures, minutes, and staff appointments, and will consider regulating pet stores and rezoning the Erickson Property.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $1,880,398.05
- Consideration of Ordinance 12-25 regulating pet stores
- Consideration of Ordinance 13-25 rezoning Erickson Property to R-2
- Approval of Resolution 25-93 for Erickson Property preliminary plat
- Approval of hiring part-time staff for the Rookery Activity Center
General
The City Council will meet for a work session to conduct a strategic planning session led by Karen Anderson. The meeting is not televised.
- Strategic Planning Session with Karen Anderson
City Council
The Lino Lakes City Council will hold a work session to discuss the rezoning of the Erickson Property and review a feasibility study for a municipal cannabis dispensary. The meeting is not televised.
- Erickson Property Rezoning and Preliminary Plat
- Municipal Cannabis Dispensary Feasibility Study
City Council
The City Council will vote on the sale of general obligation bonds and the approval of a cannabis dispensary feasibility study. The body is also reviewing appointments for police and fire personnel and various infrastructure projects. Other items include a first reading of an ordinance regulating pet stores.
- Resolution 2025-91 for the issuance and sale of $8,090,000 General Obligation Bonds
- Approval of expenditures totaling $2,943,637.27
- Municipal Cannabis Dispensary Feasibility Study
- First reading of Ordinance 12-25 regulating pet stores
- Interim Use Permit and Site Improvement Performance Agreement for Phelps Road Stockpile
City Council
The City Council will review several land development projects, including preliminary and final plats for various additions. The body is also considering fire station renovations and a professional services contract for public works building improvements.
- Approval of expenditures totaling $3,606,090.06
- Rezoning of Wilkinson Waters Addition from Rural to Planned Unit Development
- Approval for renovations at Fire Stations 1 & 2
- Professional services contract with RJM Construction for Public Works Building Improvements
- Preliminary plats for Java Lino Lakes 2nd Addition and Clearwater Commons