Little Canada public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings, including adoption of the final 2023 budget and levy, and amendments to the fee schedule and zoning codes. They will also receive a presentation on an organizational study and consider various contracts, purchases, and appointments. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple routine approvals.

• Adoption of final 2023 budget and levy
• Ordinance 870 amending fee schedule for 2023
• Ordinance 871 amending zoning code for erosion control and stormwater management
• Support for Maxwell Labs Minnesota Investment Fund application
• Award bid for Pioneer Park improvements and City Hall remodel project

The City Council approved the 2023 budget and a final tax levy of $4,203,524, representing an 11.75% increase. The council also awarded several construction bids for city facilities and parks, and approved a new software system for permits and licensing.

• Adopted 2023 budget (5-0)
• Adopted 2023 tax levy of $4,203,524 based on 11.75% increase (3-2)
• Approved $130,000 donation from Little Canada Fire Department for equipment fund (5-0)
• Awarded $1,010,402.50 bid for Pioneer Park improvements to Albrecht Company (5-0)
• Awarded $401,458.45 bid for City Hall renovation to Kraus Anderson (5-0)
• Approved $53,652 purchase of OpenGov software for permits and licensing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution of Support for Maxwell Labs investment fund application (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 870 amending the 2023 fee schedule (5-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding an improvement hearing for the 2023 Street Improvement Project on Twin Lake Boulevard. This is a public hearing to discuss the proposed street improvements. The agenda is otherwise limited to procedural items.

• Public hearing for 2023 Street Improvement Project on Twin Lake Boulevard
• Meeting held at City Center Council Chambers, 515 Little Canada Road East

The City Council ordered the improvement of Twin Lake Boulevard, which includes full depth reclamation, new curb and gutter, trail construction, and utility improvements. The Council also approved a cooperative and maintenance agreement with the City of Vadnais Heights to share costs and ownership.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-12-139 ordering the improvement and preparation of plans for Improvement No. 2023-04, Twin Lake Boulevard (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-12-140 approving the cooperate and maintenance agreement with the City of Vadnais Heights for the Twin Lake Boulevard project (5-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding an improvement hearing for the 2023 Street Improvement Project, covering Spruce Street (from South Owasso Boulevard to 830 feet north), Sunrise Drive (cul-de-sac and 350 feet south), and Sunset Court. This is a public hearing to discuss the proposed street improvements before any formal decision. The agenda includes only this hearing and adjournment, with no other business items.

• 2023 Street Improvement Project on Spruce Street (So. Owasso Blvd to 830' North)
• Sunrise Drive (cul-de-sac and 350' south)
• Sunset Court
• Public improvement hearing scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on December 14, 2022

The City Council approved three resolutions to order street improvements including full depth reclamation, curb and gutter repair, and utility work. These projects will be funded by a 50% split between the city and special assessments for benefiting property owners.

• Approved Resolution 2022-12-136 for Spruce Street improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12-137 for Sunrise Drive improvements (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-12-138 for Sunset Court improvements (5-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Little Canada Parks & Recreation Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss updates on Pioneer Park, commissioner terms and reappointment, and the recreation coordinator's report. They will also approve the 2023 meeting schedule and welcome a new youth commissioner. The agenda is mostly routine business with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Pioneer Park update
• Commissioner terms and reappointment process
• Recreation Coordinator update
• 2023 meeting schedule and calendar
• Welcome new Youth Commissioner Ayanna Churcher

The Commission approved the 2023 meeting schedule, which includes moving the July meeting one week later and canceling the August meeting. The body also approved the minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting.

• Approved November 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule as recommended by staff (6-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold a public hearing on a preliminary plat and variances for a single-family residential development (Villas of Gervais Lake) at 0 Edgerton Street. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including vouchers, polling places, and fund deposits, plus staff reports on playground equipment and a sidewalk grant. Presentations include a donation from the Little Canada Recreation Association and an ADA compliance study by the League of Women Voters.

• Public hearing: Preliminary plat & variances for Villas of Gervais Lake at 0 Edgerton Street
• Purchase playground equipment for Pioneer Park
• Community Development Block Grant agreement for Twin Lake Boulevard sidewalk
• Call for public hearing on Maxwell Labs Minnesota Investment Fund application
• Approve designation of 2023 polling places and deposit/investment of local public funds

The City Council denied a proposal by Cara Builders, LLC to construct a seven-home single-family community. The Council also approved the purchase of new playground equipment for Pioneer Park and authorized a grant agreement for sidewalks on Twin Lake Boulevard.

• Denied Villas of Gervais Lake preliminary plat and variances (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved purchase of playground equipment from Northland Recreation (5-0)
• Authorized grant agreement with Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority for Twin Lake Boulevard sidewalks (5-0)
• Called for public hearing on December 14, 2022, regarding Maxwell Labs investment application (5-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 workshop and regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, 2023 polling places, and public fund investments (5-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss water and sewer rates, based on a rate study, and to consider financing options for the General Capital Fund and Fire Equipment Capital Fund. No formal decisions are expected as this is a discussion session.

• Discuss water and sewer rates (rate study document)
• Discuss financing options for General Capital Fund and Fire Equipment Capital Fund

The City Council reached consensus to follow staff recommendations for 2023 water and sewer rate increases to prevent the water fund from becoming negative by 2026. The council also reviewed financing options for the General Capital Fund and Fire Equipment Fund, including the use of cash versus issuing bonds.

• Reached consensus to follow staff recommendation for 2023 water and sewer rate increases

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold its regular meeting on November 16, 2022, to consider several items, including adopting the 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan, approving a minor subdivision/lot line adjustment, and appointing youth commissioners. The agenda also includes consent items such as approving vouchers, a workshop on water and sewer fund finances, and agreements for secretarial and law enforcement services.

• Adopt 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan
• Minor subdivision/lot line adjustment at Gervais Woods 2nd Addition
• Approve 2023 agreement for law enforcement services with Ramsey County Sheriff's Department
• Approve partial pay request No. 1 to Albrecht Company for Gervais Mill Park improvements
• Approve grant contract with State of Minnesota for Pioneer Park improvements

The City Council approved a 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan and a one-year law enforcement contract with the Ramsey County Sheriff's Department. Other actions included approving a $300,000 grant for Pioneer Park and appointing two youth commissioners.

• Adopted 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan, including $50,000 for City Hall remodel and $23,625 for software (5-0)
• Approved 2023 law enforcement services agreement with Ramsey County Sheriff's Department (5-0)
• Authorized $300,000 grant contract with MN Commissioner of Natural Resources for Pioneer Park (5-0)
• Approved lot line adjustment between 2997 and 2985 Westwind Court (5-0)
• Appointed Ayanna Churcher to Parks & Rec Commission and Alexis Lum to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Accepted November 8, 2022 General Election results (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, 2023 health insurance, and TimeSaver agreement (5-0)
• Approved partial pay request to Albrecht Company for Gervais Mill Park project (5-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss two topics: an update on the City Hall renovation project and options for demolishing buildings at 2750 Rice Street and 3006 Rice Street. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only workshop.

• City Hall Renovation Project update
• Discussion of building demolition options for 2750 Rice Street
• Discussion of building demolition options for 3006 Rice Street

City Council directed staff to include public restrooms in the City Hall remodel scope with a total project cost limit of $450,000. The Council also reached a consensus to partner with private owners to remove the blighted building at 3006 Rice Street.

• Directed staff to include public restrooms in City Hall remodel scope up to $450,000
• Consensus to partner with owners of 3006 Rice Street to remove building to encourage development

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting, with the main action item being a minor subdivision and lot line adjustment for the Gervais Woods 2nd Addition (Case #1416) at 3000 Labore Ave. The commission will also hear public comments on non-agenda items, receive updates on the BRT G-Line and youth commissioner, and approve previous minutes.

• Minor subdivision and lot line adjustment, Gervais Woods 2nd Addition, Case #1416, 3000 Labore Ave
• Public hearing for non-agenda items (limited to 15 minutes)
• BRT G-Line update
• Youth Commissioner update

Parks and Recreation

The Little Canada Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss old and new business, including an update on the Pioneer Park playground equipment and a review of the 2022 summer farmers market. The commission will also hear reports from the youth commissioner and recreation coordinator, and consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Pioneer Park playground equipment update
• 2022 Summer Farmers Market overview
• Youth Commissioner update
• Recreation Coordinator update
• Approval of October 6, 2022 minutes

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted to recommend Option I as the top choice and Option J as the secondary choice for the Pioneer Park playground project. The recommendation will be sent to the City Council for consideration.

• Approved October 6, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Option I as top choice and Option J as secondary choice for Pioneer Park playground (7-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a request from Lennar for the Pioneer Commons townhome development, including a final plat, rezoning, variances, and a development agreement. The council will also vote on a consent agenda covering vouchers, a grant application, utility bill certifications, and licenses for St. John's Church, and will review plans for the Pioneer Park improvement project.

• Final plat for Pioneer Commons First Addition
• Ordinance 868: rezone 5 parcels from R-1 to R-2
• Variances for reduced front and rear setbacks
• Development agreement for Pioneer Commons
• Authorize advertising for bids on Pioneer Park improvement project

The City Council approved the final plat, rezoning, and development agreement for the first phase of the Pioneer Commons townhome project. The council also approved plans and bid authorization for the Pioneer Park improvement project.

• Approved Final Plat for Pioneer Commons First Addition (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Rezoned 5 parcels from R-1 to R-2 for Pioneer Commons (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved front and rear setback variances for Pioneer Commons units (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Pioneer Commons development agreement (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Pioneer Park plans and authorized advertising for bids (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and temporary liquor license for St. John's Church (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 10 and 12, 2022 meetings (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a request from U.S. Home, LLC and Lennar (Case #1415) for a final plat, rezoning, and variance related to Pioneer Commons. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment. A permit from the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District has been withheld, which may affect the proposal.

• Final plat, rezoning, and variance for Lennar Case #1415 (Pioneer Commons)
• RWMWD permit withheld letter dated 10-5-22
• City engineer comments review memo
• Public hearing on the Lennar application
• Approval of August 11, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the final plat for the first addition of Pioneer Commons, a rezoning from R-1 to R-2, and variances for reduced front and rear setbacks. The decisions are contingent on incorporating comments from the City Engineer, Ramsey County, and the watershed district. The recommendations now go to the City Council for final action.

• Approved final plat for Pioneer Commons 1st Addition (4-0)
• Approved rezoning from R-1 to R-2 for five parcels (4-0)
• Approved variance reducing front yard setback from 25 to 20 feet (4-0)
• Approved variance reducing rear yard setback from 30 to 20 feet (4-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on Ordinance 867, which would amend the zoning code's stormwater management chapter. The council will also consider consent agenda items, including vouchers and a legal claim, and staff reports on 2023 street improvement projects, City Hall renovation plans, and a finance policy amendment.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 867 to amend zoning code Chapter 928 (stormwater management)
• Authorize City Attorney to sign statement of claim for conciliation court against PermitWorks, LLC
• Approve purchase of Toro Workman utility vehicle
• Accept feasibility reports and call public improvement hearings for 2023 street projects (Twin Lake Blvd and Spruce-Sunrise-Sunset) on Nov 30, 2022
• Approve City Hall renovation plans and specifications

The council adopted Ordinance 867, amending Zoning Code Chapter 928 to require indoor or covered storage of deicing products (salt, sand) to protect water quality. It also approved feasibility reports for 2023 street improvements on Twin Lake Boulevard, Spruce Street, Sunrise Drive, and Sunset Court, setting public hearings for December 14, 2022. Plans and specifications for City Hall renovations were approved, and the finance policy was revised to allow annual determination of the property tax safe margin instead of a fixed 97.5%.

• Adopted Ordinance 867 amending stormwater management code for deicer storage (4-0)
• Approved feasibility reports and called public improvement hearings for Twin Lake Blvd, Spruce St, Sunrise Dr, Sunset Ct (4-0)
• Approved City Hall renovation plans and specifications (4-0)
• Approved finance policy revision to allow annual safe margin determination (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, legal action authorization, and utility vehicle purchase (4-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to review the 2023-2033 Capital Improvement Plan and a proposed Finance Policy Amendment. The amendment is also on the regular meeting agenda for action. No decisions are made at this workshop; it is for discussion only.

• Review of 2023-2033 Capital Improvement Plan
• Review of Finance Policy Amendment (also on regular agenda)

The City Council reviewed the proposed 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which includes major expenses such as a new aerial fire truck in 2023 and two additional vehicle purchases by 2032. The Finance Director noted that the city's finances are currently healthy but require attention to certain funds, particularly as low levies are not sustainable given rising costs. The final CIP will be presented for adoption at the November meeting.

• Reviewed 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Plan (no vote taken)
• Noted stormwater maintenance projects lack dedicated funding; proposed stormwater fee discussed
• Fund 400 estimated to be negative by 2026 unless additional funds received
• Water and sewer rates will need discussion to maintain Water/Sewer Replacement Fund 456
• Fire Equipment Fund 457 is healthy; new aerial truck purchase planned for 2023
• Gateway sign funds could be added after sign committee update at a future workshop
• Final CIP adoption scheduled for November meeting

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding special meetings to consider assessments for street improvement projects. At 5:00 p.m., they will consider assessments for Yorkton Ridge and Maple Lane & Jackson Street, and at 6:00 p.m., for Ryan Drive & Woodlynn Avenue. These are public hearings where residents can provide input on the proposed assessments.

• Assessment hearing for Yorkton Ridge and Maple Lane & Jackson Street at 5:00 p.m.
• Assessment hearing for Ryan Drive & Woodlynn Avenue at 6:00 p.m.
• Public hearings on 2022 street improvement project assessments

The Little Canada City Council held two assessment hearings and unanimously adopted assessment rolls for four street improvement projects: Yorkton Ridge, Maple Lane & Jackson Street, Ryan Drive, and Woodlynn Avenue. All resolutions passed 5-0. The council also approved deferring Ryan Drive assessments until 2028 and capping sanitary sewer connection assessments at $9,500 for three properties.

• Adopted assessment roll for Yorkton Ridge improvement (Resolution 2022-10-109) 5-0
• Adopted assessment roll for Maple Lane & Jackson Street improvement (Resolution 2022-10-110) 5-0
• Adopted assessment roll for Ryan Drive improvement (Resolution 2022-10-111) 5-0
• Approved deferring Ryan Drive assessments until 2028 (Resolution 2022-10-112) 5-0
• Approved $9,500 deferred sanitary sewer connection assessments for three properties (Resolution 2022-10-113) 5-0
• Adopted assessment roll for Woodlynn Avenue improvement (Resolution 2022-10-114) 5-0

Parks and Recreation

The Little Canada Parks and Recreation Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss updates on Pioneer Park, the 2022 strategic plan, and the 2023 capital improvement plan. The commission will also hear a recreation coordinator update and reports from commissioners. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Pioneer Park update
• 2022 Strategic Plan update
• Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Plan 2023
• Recreation Coordinator update
• Approval of September 1, 2022 minutes

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to support the 2023 Capital Improvement Plan projects identified by staff. The Commission also received updates on Pioneer Park playground design, including an RFQ deadline of October 21 and a neighborhood meeting on October 27. The 2022 Strategic Plan was reviewed, and the Recreation Coordinator highlighted upcoming events.

• Approved: September 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous).
• Approved: Motion to support the 2023 Capital Improvement Plan projects (5-0).
• Discussed: Pioneer Park playground update — RFQ deadline October 21, neighborhood meeting October 27.
• Discussed: 2022 Strategic Plan update adopted by City Council.
• Discussed: Parks-related items in the Capital Improvement Plan, with higher spending in 2023-2024 due to Pioneer Park.
• Discussed: Upcoming adult and youth programming opportunities.
• Discussed: Updates on bike racks, picnic shelter, solar lighting, Gervais Mill project, Lennar townhome proposal, ash tree removal, and mountain bike trails.

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is meeting to consider several items, including adopting the 2022 Strategic Plan Update, reviewing an organizational study and gap analysis, and revising the assessment policy. They will also approve vouchers and a partial payment for the sewer lining project. The meeting includes public comment and consent agenda items.

• Adopt 2022 Strategic Plan Update
• Organizational Study & Gap Analysis
• Assessment Policy Revision
• Approve Partial Pay No. 2 to Hydro-Klean, LLC for 2022 Sewer Lining Project
• Approval of vouchers

The council unanimously adopted the 2022 Strategic Plan update, which identifies nine outcome areas and specific action steps for the next two years. They also approved a revision to the Assessment Policy, changing the interest rate benchmark for assessments from the prime rate to the city's borrowing rate. A contract with DDA Human Resources for an Organizational Study & Gap Analysis was discussed and approved. The consent agenda, including vouchers and a pay request for the sewer lining project, was also approved.

• Adopted 2022 Strategic Plan update (5-0)
• Approved Assessment Policy revision to use city's borrowing rate (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and Hydro-Klean pay request (5-0)
• Approved contract with DDA Human Resources for Organizational Study & Gap Analysis (discussed, no formal vote recorded)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to review the proposed 2023 budget. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, and no other substantive topics are on the agenda.

• Review of 2023 Budget

The City Council reached consensus to keep the budget safe margin at 97.5% and adopt a preliminary property tax levy increase of 12.85% for 2023. The levy can be lowered but not increased when the final levy is adopted in December. The discussion also covered 2023 street improvement projects, Pioneer Park improvements, and increased costs for police and fire contracts.

• Consensus to keep budget safe margin at 97.5%
• Consensus to adopt preliminary 2023 levy at 12.85%

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 14, 2022, to consider several items, including approving vouchers, a change order and partial payment for street projects, amending the financial policy, setting the preliminary 2023 levy and budget, and discussing a proposal for an organizational study. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and public comment.

• Approve Change Order No. 1 and Partial Payment No. 4 to Minnesota Paving and Materials for 2022 Street Improvement Projects
• Amend Financial Policy
• Set Preliminary Levy and Final Budget for 2023, and set date for final levy public hearing
• Consider Organizational Study and Gap Analysis Proposal

The City Council approved a preliminary 2023 property tax levy increase of 12.85% and set a public hearing for December 14, 2022 to adopt the final budget. The council also approved a $5,500 contract with DDA Human Resources for an organizational study and gap analysis, and adopted a zero bonded indebtedness tax levy for 2023. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved preliminary 2023 levy at 12.85% increase (5-0)
• Set public hearing for final 2023 levy and budget on Dec. 14, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved zero bonded indebtedness tax levy for 2023 (5-0)
• Approved $5,500 contract with DDA Human Resources for organizational study and gap analysis (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and change order for street improvement projects (5-0)
• Removed Financial Policy Amendment item from agenda (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for September 8, 2022, has been canceled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

Parks and Recreation

The Little Canada Parks & Recreation Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss commissioner terms and the reappointment process, and review dog park site furnishings. They will also receive updates from the recreation coordinator and commissioners, including a Pioneer Park update.

• Approval of August 4, 2022 minutes
• Discussion of commissioner terms and reappointment process
• Dog park site furnishings review
• Recreation coordinator update including Explore LC 2022 and welcome sign
• Pioneer Park update

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to recommend that city staff add dog park site furnishings to the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The temporary dog park has been successful, and the commission discussed adding benches and other features at an estimated cost of $5,000 to $7,000. No other binding decisions were made; the meeting also included updates on park projects and commissioner terms.

• Approved motion to recommend adding dog park site furnishings to the CIP (7-0)
• Approved August 4, 2022, meeting minutes as submitted (unanimous)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the 2023 budget. The agenda includes a budget report document for review. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• 2023 Budget Discussion
• 2023 Budget Report document review

The City Council held a workshop to discuss the 2023 budget, with no formal votes taken. Staff presented a projected 12.71% increase in tax capacity, a slight decrease in fiscal disparities contribution, and a stable overall tax rate despite a higher total budget. Key cost drivers include police and fire contracts, personnel services, and increased fuel and utility costs. Options to reduce the levy were reviewed but no decisions were made.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at workshop meeting

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes approving vouchers and a partial payment to Hydro-Klean, LLC for the 2022 sewer lining project. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and council updates. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of vouchers
• Partial pay request No. 1 to Hydro-Klean, LLC for 2022 sewer lining project
• Approval of August 10, 2022 workshop and regular meeting minutes

The council took no substantive votes on the Villas of Gervais Lake development; it was postponed to September 14. The meeting was largely procedural, approving minutes and a consent agenda. Residents voiced concerns about retaining walls, tree preservation, water runoff, and safety.

• Approved minutes of August 10 workshop and regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and partial pay request to Hydro-Klean for sewer lining project (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission will consider a revised preliminary plat and variances for a single-family residential development called Villas of Gervais Lake at 0 Edgerton Street. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment, but the main action item is this development proposal.

• Revised preliminary plat and variances for Villas of Gervais Lake at 0 Edgerton Street
• Single-family residential development proposal
• Approval of July 14, 2022 minutes
• Public comment period (15 minutes)

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the revised preliminary plat and variance application for the Villas of Gervais Lake development at 0 Edgerton Street. The revised plan reduces the number of lots from eight to seven, eliminating the need for lot area variances, but still requests variances for rear yard setback and lot depth. The recommendation includes conditions discussed, such as addressing retaining wall barriers and park dedication considerations.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved July 14, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of preliminary plat and variances for 7-lot subdivision at 0 Edgerton Street (6-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to review the revised site plan for the Villas of Gervais Lake residential development at 0 Edgerton Street. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Review of revised site plan for Villas of Gervais Lake residential development at 0 Edgerton Street

The City Council held a workshop to review a revised preliminary plat for the Villas of Lake Gervais residential development at 0 Edgerton Street. The proposal was reduced from 8 to 7 single-family homes, with all lots now meeting R-1 district requirements. No formal votes were taken; the council discussed engineering, stormwater, and grading concerns, and the project remains under review pending soil borings and watershed district approval.

• Reviewed revised preliminary plat for Villas of Lake Gervais (7 lots, down from 8)
• Noted all 7 lots now meet R-1 lot area requirement, eliminating variance need
• Discussed road width reduction from 28 to 26 feet to reduce impervious surface
• Discussed street grade reduction from 8.0% to 7.5% with added flat area
• Discussed additional retaining walls to reduce steep grades
• Discussed stormwater management and flood plain constraints
• Discussed potential HOA responsibility for retaining wall maintenance
• No formal action taken; workshop only

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 10, 2022, with several items on the agenda. Key actions include approving payments for street improvement projects, reviewing the preliminary 2023 levy and budget, and considering amendments to the city code regarding tree management and an Emerald Ash Borer management plan. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and consent agenda.

• Approve partial pay request No. 3 to Minnesota Paving & Materials for 2022 street improvement projects
• Approve final partial pay request No. 10 to New Look Contracting for 2020 County Road D & Greenbrier Street improvement projects
• Preliminary budget review of 2023 levy
• Ordinance 866 amending City Code Chapter 1701 on Dutch Elm Disease and nuisance trees
• Adopt an Emerald Ash Borer management plan

The City Council adopted Ordinance 866, updating City Code Chapter 1701 to address Dutch Elm Disease, Emerald Ash Borer, Oak Wilt, and other tree pests, and approved the Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan with a modification to Section 6. The council also approved the consent agenda, including payments for street improvement projects, and held a preliminary budget review for the 2023 levy.

• Adopted Ordinance 866 amending City Code Chapter 1701 (5-0)
• Adopted Emerald Ash Borer Management Plan with modified Section 6 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and pay requests (4-0)
• Approved moving budget discussion to end of agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 27, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Little Canada Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss park updates and a bid award for Gervais Mill Park improvements. The agenda includes old business on Rondeau Park and Gervais Mill, plus a recreation coordinator update.

• Award bid for Gervais Mill Park improvements
• Rondeau Park update
• Gervais Mill entrance update
• Recreation Coordinator update

The Commission approved the July 7, 2022 minutes and received updates on Rondeau Park (community build completed, ribbon-cutting set for September 1 at 5 p.m.) and Gervais Mill entrance (City Council awarded the bid, project mostly done by October). No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussed as updates.

• Approved July 7, 2022 Parks & Recreation Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Set Rondeau Park ribbon-cutting for September 1, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. (discussion, no vote recorded)
• Noted City Council awarded Gervais Mill entrance bid (discussion, no vote recorded)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold public hearings on a preliminary plat and variances for a single-family residential development at 0 Edgerton Street, and on a second-hand goods license for AB & B Firearms, LLC. The council will also consider consent agenda items, including vouchers, a temporary liquor license, and a gambling permit for St. John's Church, and receive staff reports on the 2nd quarter financial report and a bid award for the Gervais Mill Park project.

• Preliminary plat and variances for single-family residential development (Villas of Gervais Lake) at 0 Edgerton Street
• Second-hand goods license for AB & B Firearms, LLC at 608 County Road D East
• Temporary liquor license for St. John's Church on September 24, 2022
• Gambling application for exempt permit for St. John's Church on September 24, 2022
• Award bid for Gervais Mill Park project

The City Council voted 5-0 to table the preliminary plat and variances for the Villas of Gervais Lake, an eight-lot single-family development at 0 Edgerton Street, until further soil information is obtained. The council also approved a second-hand goods license for AB&B Firearms, awarded a $139,705 bid for the Gervais Mill Park improvements, and approved the consent agenda.

• Tabled preliminary plat and variances for Villas of Gervais Lake (5-0)
• Approved second-hand goods license for AB&B Firearms (5-0)
• Awarded Gervais Mill Park improvements bid to Albrecht Company for $139,705 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, temporary liquor license, and gambling permit (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission is meeting to consider a preliminary plat and variance for the property at 0 Edgerton Street (Case #1414). The agenda includes public hearings, commission business, and staff reports. The meeting is open to the public for non-agenda items for a limited time.

• Preliminary plat and variance for 0 Edgerton Street (Case #1414)
• Public hearing on the plat and variance
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission voted 5-1 to recommend approval of a preliminary plat and variance application for 0 Edgerton Street, allowing subdivision into eight single-family lots with reductions in rear yard setback, lot depth, and lot size for some lots. The recommendation includes conditions addressing minimum lot size, sight lines, watershed district input, stormwater management, and privacy. The City Council will hold a public hearing on July 27 and make the final decision.

• Recommended approval of preliminary plat and variances for 0 Edgerton Street (5-1, Quarles dissenting)
• Approved June 9, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss two topics: City Hall renovations and an update to the city's strategic plan. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• City Hall renovations discussion
• Strategic Plan update discussion

The City Council reached consensus to proceed with City Hall renovation projects, including creating an additional office and two workstations, improving the front counter and restrooms for ADA compliance, and relocating the copier/printer. The public restroom renovations will be done later. The council also discussed updates to the Strategic Plan, with no other recommended changes, and agreed to consider moving up the staffing analysis timeline.

• Consensus to move forward with City Hall remodeling projects as discussed
• Public restroom renovations deferred to a later time
• Potential to add other renovation items if budgeted funds are available
• No other recommended changes to the 2022 Strategic Plan

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is meeting to approve routine items including vouchers, donations, and several construction payments, as well as an off-site gambling permit for Canadian Days. They will also discuss the 2022 deer control program and a pre-development grant application for 2750 Rice Street.

• Approve partial pay request No. 1 to Sunram Construction for Rondeau Park improvements
• Approve partial pay requests No. 1 and No. 2 to Minnesota Paving & Materials for 2022 street improvements
• Approve MnDOT Master Partnership Contract for 2023-2027
• Approve off-site gambling permit for Little Canada Canadian Days on July 29-31, 2022
• Discuss 2022 deer control program and LCA pre-development grant application for 2750 Rice

The City Council approved conducting a deer hunt in 2022 in areas shown in the staff report, with a maximum of 15 deer taken. The council also approved a resolution supporting a grant application for up to $300,000 for pre-development funding for the property at 2750 Rice Street. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 2022-7-82 approving June 20, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-7-83 approving consent agenda including vouchers, donations, workshop, gambling permit, pay requests, and MnDOT contract (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-7-84 to conduct a deer hunt in 2022 with a maximum of 15 deer taken (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-7-85 supporting Livable Communities Demonstration Account grant application for up to $300,000 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Little Canada Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss updates on Rondeau Park and Pioneer Park, including a playground community build and an award letter. They will also hear a Recreation Coordinator update and consider dugout covers at Pioneer Park. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and reports from commissioners.

• Rondeau Park update and playground community build flyer
• Pioneer Park update and award letter
• Recreation Coordinator staff report
• Dugout covers at Pioneer Park
• Approval of May 5, 2022 minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council accept a donation from LCRA to install dugout covers at Pioneer Park. The commission also received updates on the Rondeau Park construction, which remains on schedule for a mid-August opening, and noted a $300,000 grant award for Pioneer Park improvements. No other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended City Council accept LCRA donation for Pioneer Park dugout covers (6-0)
• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes as submitted (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a variance request for 3250 Spruce Street and the annual Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program Review. The meeting also includes discussions on a TIF loan agreement for the Twin Lake Blvd Multi-Family Project and Pioneer Park improvements.

• Variance request for Lapham Hickey at 3250 Spruce Street
• Adoption of Ordinance 865 regarding open fires on balconies
• Twin Lake Blvd Multi-Family Project TIF loan agreement staff report
• Renewal of wagon vendor license for El Taco Nazo at 120 County Road C West
• Annual Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program Review

The City Council approved a $1,000,000 tax increment financing loan to Twin Lake Limited Partnership for a 60-unit affordable housing development on Twin Lake Boulevard. The council also approved a minor subdivision and setback variance for Lapham-Hickey Steel at 3250 Spruce Street, and adopted the consent agenda including a vendor license renewal and an ordinance on open fires. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $1M TIF loan for Twin Lake Boulevard 60-unit affordable housing project (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision and 6-foot rear setback variance at 3250 Spruce Street for Lapham-Hickey (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including El Taco Nazo vendor license renewal and Ordinance 865 on open fires (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 workshop and regular meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission is meeting to consider one action item: a variance and lot combination request for 3250 Spruce Street (Case #1413) by Lapham Hickey. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Variance and lot combination – 3250 Spruce Street, Lapham Hickey, Case #1413

The Little Canada Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of a variance and lot combination at 3520 Spruce Street and 0 Spruce Street for Lapham-Hickey Steel. The variance would reduce the rear yard setback from 20 feet to 6 feet for a new building addition, and the lot combination would merge two parcels into one. The recommendation will go to the City Council for a public hearing on June 30, 2022.

• Approved variance and lot combination for Lapham-Hickey Steel (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the issuance and sale of a multi-family housing revenue note for the Twin Lake Apartments Project. The meeting also includes discussions on tax increment financing spending plans for three TIF districts and updates on sewer rehabilitation and road safety grants.

• Issuance and sale of Multi-Family Housing Revenue Note (Twin Lake Apartments Project)
• Approval of spending plans for TIF Districts 3-2, 3-3, and 5-1
• Three-day temporary liquor license for Little Canada Recreation Association
• New tattoo business license for Permanent Reflections, LLC
• Request for Fire Relief Association benefit increase

The City Council approved a $233,473.72 contract with Hydro-Klean for the 2022 sanitary sewer rehabilitation project, funded partly by a $53,570 grant. It also approved a $1,000,000 deferred loan through tax increment financing for the Twin Lake Apartments, a 60-unit affordable housing project, and authorized the issuance of a multi-family housing revenue note. The council increased the Fire Relief Association benefit by $710 per year and approved the consent agenda including licenses.

• Approved Resolution 2022-6-73 authorizing issuance and sale of Multi-Family Housing Revenue Note for Twin Lake Apartments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-6-74 approving written spending plan for TIF Districts 3-2, 3-3, and 5-1 for $1M deferred loan to Twin Lake Apartments (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-6-77 awarding $233,473.72 base and alternate bid to Hydro-Klean for 2022 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-6-76 increasing Fire Relief Association benefit by $710 per year to $5,390 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-6-75 approving consent agenda including vouchers, temporary liquor license, and tattoo business license (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-6-72 approving minutes of May 25, 2022 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to review the Little Canada Fire Department Annual Update. No other specific items are listed for discussion on this agenda.

• Little Canada Fire Department Annual Update

The City Council held a workshop meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Fire Chief Don Smiley presented the annual update, reporting 2021 budget overages in training, utilities, and fuel costs, which the department will cover using leftover funds or charitable gambling money rather than requesting additional city funds. The new ladder truck was ordered in January with delivery expected in Fall 2023.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

Parks and Recreation

The scheduled meeting for the Little Canada Parks & Recreation Commission on June 2, 2022, was canceled. No items were presented for decision or discussion.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding tobacco products and the city zoning map. The agenda also includes discussions on a townhome development preliminary plat and software procurement.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 864 to amend City Code Chapter 802 regarding tobacco products
• Public hearing for Ordinance 863 to amend the Little Canada Zoning Map
• Consideration of preliminary plat for U.S. Home, LLC and Lennar townhome development at County Road D/Vanderbie Street
• Approval of a 3-day temporary liquor license for Little Canada Canadian Days, Inc. (July 29-31, 2022)
• Approval of massage therapy business and therapist licenses for Choice Salon & Spa at 2900 Rice Street

The City Council approved the preliminary plat for a 178-unit townhome development by U.S. Home, LLC and Lennar, with a 4-0 vote. The council also adopted ordinances to restrict tobacco licenses and indoor smoking, and updated the zoning map. A work order management software purchase was approved.

• Approved preliminary plat for 178-unit Lennar townhome development (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 864 restricting new tobacco licenses and banning indoor smoking after June 30, 2024 (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 863 updating the official zoning map (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, temporary liquor license, and massage licenses (4-0)
• Approved $13,433.04 purchase of work order management software from Brightly Software (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss several development and planning topics. Discussions include a proposed Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the Twin Lake multi-family project and a presentation on the University of Minnesota Resilient Communities Project.

• Proposed Housing TIF District for Twin Lake Multi-Family Project
• University of Minnesota Resilient Communities Project presentation regarding transit connectivity
• Review of the updated Zoning Map

The City Council reached consensus to use Temporary Transfer Authority to provide up to $1,000,000 in Tax Increment Financing assistance to Reuter Walton for a 60-unit workforce housing project on Twin Lake Boulevard. The council also reviewed an updated zoning map and heard a University of Minnesota student presentation on pedestrian, bicycle, and transit connectivity. No formal votes were taken; decisions were made by consensus.

• Consensus to provide up to $1,000,000 in TIF assistance to Reuter Walton for 60-unit housing on Twin Lake Boulevard
• Reviewed updated zoning map to align with 2021 Zoning Code update

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary plat for a U.S. Home, LLC and Lennar townhome development near County Road D/Vanderbie Street. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Public hearing for U.S. Home, LLC and Lennar townhome development (County Road D/Vanderbie Street)
• Presentation of 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Renewal of liquor, tobacco, and amusement device licenses for July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023
• Staff report regarding Finance Director hire

The City Council voted unanimously to table the preliminary plat for a 178-unit Lennar townhome development until the May 25, 2022 meeting, after hearing resident concerns about traffic, density, and street connections. The council also approved the consent agenda (including license renewals) and hired Samuel Magureanu as the new Finance Director, effective June 9, 2022.

• Tabled preliminary plat for 178-unit Lennar townhome development until May 25, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and liquor/tobacco/amusement device license renewals (5-0)
• Approved hire of Samuel Magureanu as Finance Director, beginning June 9, 2022 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a preliminary plat for U.S. Home, LLC and Lennar involving multiple PID numbers. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a zoning map amendment.

• Preliminary Plat for U.S. Home, LLC and Lennar (Case #1412)
• Zoning Map Amendment

The Little Canada Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a preliminary plat for a 178-townhome community by U.S. Home LLC and Lennar, with a mix of row and back-to-back townhomes on 19.77 acres. The recommendation includes moving forward with final plat, variance, rezoning, and development agreement considerations. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of a zoning map amendment consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. Both items will go to the City Council for public hearings in May.

• Recommended approval of preliminary plat for 178-townhome community (7-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment (7-0)
• Approved April 4, 2022 minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented

Parks and Recreation

The Commission will review updates regarding the Gervais Mill entrance and the Rondeau Park Community Build Subcommittee. The meeting also includes presentations for youth events and a staff report from the Recreation Coordinator.

• Rondeau Park tour at 5:30 PM
• Gervais Mill Entrance Update
• Rondeau Park Community Build Subcommittee Update
• Youth Event proposals
• Bike Rack Update

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted 7-0 to direct staff to partner with iBall4Life on a Youth Community Day event proposed for July 23, 2022. The commission also approved designing individual park logos. No other formal decisions were made; other items were informational updates.

• Approved motion to direct staff to move forward in partnership with iBall4Life for Youth Community Day (7-0)
• Approved motion to proceed with designing park logos (7-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold public hearings on a minor subdivision at 3000 Arcade Street and a comprehensive plan amendment to change guided land use from medium to high density residential. The consent agenda includes approving vouchers, rescheduling the June 22 council meeting, and purchasing a large area mower. Staff reports cover writing off outstanding debt and a development agreement for Landmark Development/Gervais Woods 2nd Addition at 3000 Labore Road.

• Minor subdivision at 3000 Arcade Street
• Comprehensive plan amendment for Twin Lake Blvd (medium to high density residential)
• Approval of vouchers
• Reschedule June 22, 2022 City Council meeting
• Development agreement for 3000 Labore Road

The City Council approved a minor subdivision at 3000 Arcade Street and amended the 2040 Comprehensive Plan to change guided land use from medium to high density residential for two parcels on Twin Lake Boulevard, allowing a 60-unit apartment building. The council also approved a development agreement for Gervais Woods 2nd Addition, wrote off $6,238.82 in uncollectable developer fees, and approved the consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution 2022-4-57 for minor subdivision of 3000 Arcade Street (4-0, McGraw excused)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-58 amending Comprehensive Plan to high density residential for Twin Lake Blvd parcels (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-61 development agreement with Landmark of Little Canada, LLC for Gervais Woods (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-60 writing off $6,238.82 uncollectable developer fees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-59 consent agenda including vouchers, meeting reschedule, and mower purchase (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-56 approving minutes of April 13 meetings (5-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss a proposed housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the Twin Lake Development project. The agenda includes a workshop memo and analysis document for the 2022 Twin Lake Blvd TIF. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item only.

• Proposed housing TIF district for Twin Lake Development project
• 2022 Twin Lake Blvd TIF workshop memo and analysis document

The City Council discussed a request for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) assistance to close a $1,000,000 financing gap for a proposed 60-unit affordable housing project. Baker Tilly presented two options: creating a new Housing TIF District or using Temporary Transfer Authority. No formal decision was made; the Council agreed to continue considering the options and will receive further details.

• Continued consideration of TIF options for Twin Lake housing project (no vote)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is meeting for a two-day strategic planning session with city staff. The agenda includes a roll call, a strategic plan update document, and adjournment, with no other business items listed. This is a planning and discussion session rather than a decision-making meeting on specific ordinances or contracts.

• Strategic planning session with City Council and City Staff
• Strategic Plan Update document (4.22.22.PDF) to be reviewed
• Meeting held Friday, April 22, 2022, 12:00-5:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 23, 2022, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• Location: City Center Council Chambers, 515 Little Canada Road East

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two action items: a minor subdivision/lot split at 3000 Arcade Street and a comprehensive plan amendment for 0 North Owasso Blvd (Twin Lake Blvd). The meeting includes public hearings for both items, followed by staff and commissioner reports. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with roll call, minutes approval, and public comment period.

• Minor subdivision/lot split at 3000 Arcade Street (Case 1410)
• Comprehensive plan amendment for 0 North Owasso Blvd (Twin Lake Blvd) (Case #1411)
• Public hearings for both cases
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2022

The Little Canada Planning Commission voted 4-1 to recommend approval of a Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide parcels at 0 North Owasso Boulevard (Twin Lake Boulevard) from medium to high density residential, supporting a proposed 120-unit apartment development. The Commission also unanimously recommended approval of a minor subdivision/lot split at 3000 Arcade Street. Both recommendations will go to the City Council for final decisions at its April 27 meeting.

• Recommended approval of minor subdivision/lot split at 3000 Arcade Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan amendment to re-guide 0 North Owasso Blvd to high density residential (4-1, Thorson opposed)
• Approved March 10, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented

City Council

The City Council will review a budget amendment for the General Capital Improvement Fund and a final pay request for 2021 street projects. The meeting also includes discussions on traffic analysis services, an impound services contract, and an EDA purchase agreement.

• Final pay request No. 4 to T.A. Schifsky & Sons, Inc. for 2021 Street Improvement Projects
• Approval of scope of services for Bolton & Menk traffic analysis for Little Canada Road and Country Drive
• Contract with Animal Humane Society for impound services
• EDA consideration of a purchase agreement for 2750 Rice Street
• New massage therapist license for Christopher Bayard at 80 County Road C West

The City Council approved an interfund loan of up to $312,500 from the General Fund to TIF District 7-1 to cover costs for purchasing 2750 Rice Street. The council also approved a purchase agreement for that property, a contract with the Animal Humane Society for impound services, and the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Resolution 2022-4-50 approving minutes of March 23 meetings (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-51 consent agenda including vouchers, budget amendment, final pay request, massage license, and traffic analysis scope (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-52 letter of understanding with Animal Humane Society for impound housing services (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-53 authorizing interfund loan up to $312,500 for TIF 7-1 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-4-54 adjourning council and convening as EDA (4-0)
• Approved EDA Resolution 2022-4-55 purchase agreement for 2750 Rice Street (4-0)

City Council

This workshop meeting includes a presentation on the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Management Plan update. The Council will also discuss potential grant applications for improvements to Little Canada Road and Country Drive realignment.

• Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Management Plan Update
• Grant opportunities for Little Canada Road and Country Drive improvements

The City Council discussed updating the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Management Plan and potential grant applications for road improvements. No formal decisions were made; the council reached consensus to further explore traffic improvements and have Bolton & Menk work on designs and funding sources.

• Consensus to explore options for improving Little Canada Road and Country Drive intersection
• Directed Bolton & Menk to work on designs and seek funding sources

Parks and Recreation

The commission will review updates regarding Rondeau Park, Pioneer Park, and the Recreation Coordinator. The agenda also includes reports on park maintenance and various park-related projects.

• Rondeau Park update
• Pioneer Park update
• Park Maintenance Report
• Thunder Bay/Westwinds Linear Trail discussion
• May Park Tour and bike racks

City Council

The City Council will review bids for 2022 street improvement projects and Rondeau Park improvements. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding property setbacks and garage permits.

• Conditional Use Permit for an oversize garage at 2921 Condit Street
• Variance for a reduced side yard setback at 209 Ryan Drive
• Contract with RES Pyro for Canadian Days fireworks on July 29 & 30, 2022
• Bids for 2022 street improvement projects
• Bids for Rondeau Park improvements

The Little Canada City Council approved a conditional use permit for a 1,300 sq ft garage at 2921 Condit Street, a variance for a reduced side-yard setback at 209 Ryan Drive, and awarded bids for 2022 street improvements ($1,329,210.94 to OMG Midwest) and Rondeau Park improvements ($139,166.96 to Sunram Construction). The council also approved a $900,000 transfer to the capital improvements fund, accepted the 4th quarter financial report, amended the 2021 budget, and adopted a new pay grid with a June 29, 2022 implementation date. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved conditional use permit for 1,300 sq ft garage at 2921 Condit Street (5-0)
• Approved variance for reduced side-yard setback at 209 Ryan Drive (5-0)
• Awarded 2022 street improvements bid to OMG Midwest, Inc. for $1,329,210.94 (5-0)
• Awarded Rondeau Park improvements bid to Sunram Construction, Inc. for $139,166.96 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of poured-in-place rubber surfacing from St. Croix Recreation for $119,470.00 (5-0)
• Approved $900,000 transfer from General Fund to General Capital Improvements Fund (5-0)
• Approved 2021 General Fund budget amendment increasing revenues by $19,536 and expenditures by $25,536 (5-0)
• Adopted new pay grades and pay grid with June 29, 2022 implementation (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss a Lennar development proposal located on County Road D. This session is designated as a workshop meeting for discussion purposes.

• Discussion of Lennar development proposal on County Road D

The City Council held a workshop to discuss a proposed 184-unit townhome development on County Road D by Lennar Corporation. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the discussion focused on density, housing styles, traffic, and site design. A neighborhood meeting was scheduled for the following evening.

Planning Commission

The Little Canada Planning Commission will hold public hearings and take action on a variance for 209 Ryan Drive and a conditional use permit for 2921 Condit Street. They will also discuss a zoning map amendment and a zoning text amendment regarding accessory structures and garages. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.

• Variance – 209 Ryan Drive – Case #1408
• Conditional Use Permit – 2921 Condit Street – Case #1409
• Zoning Map Amendment - Update and Discussion
• Zoning Text Amendment - Accessory Structures and Garages Discussion

The Little Canada Planning Commission recommended approval of a variance to reduce the side yard setback from 20 to 8 feet at 209 Ryan Drive (Case #1408) and a conditional use permit for an attached garage exceeding 1,000 square feet at 2921 Condit Street (Case #1409), both with 5-0 votes. The commission also discussed a draft zoning map and potential language changes for garage/accessory structure regulations, with no formal action taken on those items.

• Recommended approval of variance for reduced side yard setback (20 ft to 8 ft) at 209 Ryan Drive (5-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for attached garage over 1,000 sq ft at 2921 Condit Street, with conditions (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved February 10, 2022 minutes as submitted (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions supporting state grant applications for Pioneer Park and a Twin Lake Boulevard sidewalk. The agenda also includes requests for temporary licenses for St. John’s Church and updates on park signage.

• Resolution supporting Minnesota DNR Grant Application for Pioneer Park
• Resolution supporting Community Development Block Grant for Twin Lake Boulevard sidewalk
• Temporary liquor and gambling licenses for St. John’s Church on April 22, 2022
• Re-establishing Little Canada voting precincts and polling places
• Staff reports on new park entrance signage and Gervais Mill Park improvements

The Little Canada City Council approved the purchase of new park entrance signs from Vacker Sign for $23,120, funded from a $33,250 budget. The council also authorized an agreement and rebidding for the Gervais Mill Park improvement project, supported a CDBG application for a Twin Lake Boulevard sidewalk, and re-established the city's voting precincts and polling places after redistricting. All resolutions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved purchase of new park entrance signs from Vacker Sign for $23,120 (5-0)
• Authorized staff to enter agreement with State of Minnesota and rebid Gervais Mill Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved resolution supporting CDBG application for Twin Lake Boulevard sidewalk (5-0)
• Approved resolution re-establishing current voting precincts and polling places (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including temporary liquor and gambling licenses for St. John's Church (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 workshop and regular meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council held a workshop meeting to receive updates from Ramsey County Attorney John Choi and discuss Ramsey County police services. The session was dedicated to these specific workshop topics.

• Update on Ramsey County Police Services
• Presentation by Ramsey County Attorney John Choi

The City Council held a workshop meeting with Ramsey County Attorney John Choi to discuss crime trends, including carjackings and shots fired. No formal decisions were made; the discussion covered charging rates, bail practices, and new initiatives like the CAT Team.

• No formal decisions made; workshop discussion only

Parks and Recreation

The commission will discuss updates regarding Pioneer Park and the Thunder Bay/Westwinds Park pollinator enhancement. The agenda also includes a discussion on a park dedication fee for 3055 Spruce Street.

• Pioneer Park update
• Thunder Bay/Westwinds Park pollinator enhancement
• Park Dedication Fee for 3055 Spruce Street
• Rondeau Park Community Build Subcommittee chairperson appointment
• LCRA Subsidy & Behles Scholarship

The Parks & Recreation Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt an applicant's resolution for a Minnesota DNR grant application for Pioneer Park improvements, focusing on the play node and related trail, grading, and construction. The Commission also recommended charging $26,657.68 in park dedication fees for the property at 3055 Spruce Street. Both motions passed 7-0. No other formal decisions were made; other items were informational updates.

• Recommended City Council adopt applicant's resolution for MN DNR grant for Pioneer Park improvements (7-0)
• Recommended charging $26,657.68 park dedication fee for 3055 Spruce Street (7-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including accepting a grant for emerald ash borer preparedness, approving a cooperative agreement for pollinator habitat, and amending the fee schedule for trash rates and TIF application fees. They will also discuss a residential development proposal at a future workshop and consider a wage increase for a public works apprentice position.

• Accept Preparing for Emerald Ash Borer Grant from Minnesota DNR
• Approve Great River Greening Pollinator Central cooperative agreement
• Approve Rider #35 with St. Paul Regional Water Services for city trail construction
• Ordinance 862 to amend fee schedule for trash rates and add TIF application fees
• Consider wage scale increase for Public Works Apprentice position

The City Council approved $15,000 from Fund 408 for the Canadian Days fireworks, leaving the decision on one or two nights to the committee. It also approved a wage scale increase for the Public Works Apprentice position, a new 2022-2024 trash and recycling contract with a 2% annual increase, and Ordinance 862 updating fees and adding TIF application fees. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $15,000 for Canadian Days fireworks from Fund 408 (5-0)
• Approved amended wage scale for Public Works Apprentice position (5-0)
• Approved first amendment to refuse and recycling contract for 2022-2024 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 862 updating trash/recycling rates and adding TIF application fees (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including grants and contracts (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 9, 2022 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss a classification and compensation study. No other specific items or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Classification and compensation study discussion

The City Council reviewed a classification and compensation study conducted by David Drown Associates. The council agreed the study is helpful and on the right track, and directed the Personnel Committee to further review it and bring back specific recommendations for final action. No formal decisions were made at this workshop meeting.

• Reviewed classification and compensation study by David Drown Associates
• Agreed to have Personnel Committee review study and bring recommendations

Planning Commission

The commission will introduce a new Chair and Commissioner and discuss an update to the zoning map. The meeting also includes the appointment of a Vice-Chair and review of the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Discussion regarding Zoning Map Update
• Introduction of new Chair Chris Kwapick
• Introduction of new Commissioner Isaac Mitchell
• Nominations for Vice-Chair appointment

The Little Canada Planning Commission held a routine meeting with no public hearings or public comments. The only substantive decision was the unanimous election of Commissioner Johnson as Vice-Chair. The Commission also discussed upcoming zoning map updates, ADU and duplex discussions, and training opportunities.

• Approved December 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Johnson as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is meeting to approve several routine items, including vouchers, a skid-steer purchase, and a service agreement. They will also consider plans and bid advertisements for the 2022 street improvement projects and Rondeau Park improvements, discuss liquor license fees, and review a code of conduct policy.

• Approve purchase of new Bobcat skid-steer and declare 2012 skid-steer surplus for sale
• Approve 2022 SafeAssure service agreement
• Approve plans and authorize bids for 2022 Street Improvement Projects
• Approve plans and authorize bids for Rondeau Park Improvements
• Discuss 2022 liquor license fees

The Little Canada City Council approved plans and authorized advertising for bids for four 2022 street improvement projects, accepted $36,618 in federal CRRSAA funds for those projects, and approved plans for Rondeau Park improvements. The council also tabled a proposed City Council Code of Conduct policy until a future meeting and approved not raising liquor license fees in 2022. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes of Jan 26, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, skid-steer purchase/surplus, SafeAssure agreement, and Feb 23 workshop (5-0)
• Approved plans and authorized bids for 2022 street projects (Yorkton Ridge, Maple Lane & Jacson St, Ryan Dr, Woodlynn Ave) (5-0)
• Accepted $36,618 in MnDOT CRRSAA funds for street projects (5-0)
• Approved plans and authorized bids for Rondeau Park improvements (5-0)
• Tabled Code of Conduct policy until future meeting (5-0)
• Approved not raising liquor license fees in 2022 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation

The February 3, 2022 regular meeting of the Little Canada Parks & Recreation Commission was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold public hearings and consider a preliminary and final plat with variances for a subdivision at 3000 Labore Road, proposed by Landmark of Little Canada, LLC. The council will also amend the 2022 EDA budget, purchase a new aerial truck for the fire department, and vote on ordinances regarding used car sales and rental housing licensing. Consent agenda items include voucher approvals and a 2-year state community work crew contract.

• Public hearing: preliminary/final plat and variances for 3000 Labore Road subdivision (Landmark of Little Canada, LLC)
• Amend 2022 EDA budget
• Purchase new aerial truck for Little Canada Fire Department
• Ordinance 860: amend City Code Chapter 803 on used car sales
• Ordinance 861: amend City Code Chapter 3200 on rental housing licensing

The Little Canada City Council approved variances and the preliminary and final plat for Gervais Woods 2nd Addition, a 15-lot single-family subdivision at 3000 Labore Road, contingent on a development agreement. The council also approved the purchase of a new fire department ladder truck for up to $1,350,898, adopted two ordinance amendments, and amended the EDA budget.

• Approved variances for reduced setbacks, lot widths, and longer cul-de-sac at 3000 Labore Road (5-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Gervais Woods 2nd Addition, contingent on development agreement (5-0)
• Approved purchase of fire ladder truck from MacQueen Equipment, LLC up to $1,350,898 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 860 amending used car sales licensing (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 861 amending rental housing licensing (5-0)
• Adopted amended 2022 EDA budget with $100,000 revenues and $35,000 expenditures (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and community work crew contract (5-0)

Planning Commission

The January 13, 2022, regular meeting of the Little Canada Planning Commission was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

City Council

The Little Canada City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 12, 2022, covering routine approvals and several financial items. Key actions include approving partial pay requests for the Spooner Park lower shelter and the Allen Avenue street improvement project, as well as designations for data practices, investments, and the legal newspaper. The council will also consider a new tattoo/body art business license and make committee appointments.

• Approve partial pay request No. 1 to Albrecht Company for Spooner Park lower shelter
• Approve final partial pay request No. 7 to OMG Midwest, Inc. for Allen Avenue Street Improvement Project No. 2020-01
• Approve 2022 health insurance and opt-out employee benefits, amending personnel policy
• New tattoo/body art business license for Overtime Tattoo Collective at 37 Little Canada Road East
• Approve 2022 designations for data practices, investment of funds, and legal newspaper

The Little Canada City Council approved a new tattoo business license for David Thao, owner of Overtime Tattoo Collective at 37 Little Canada Road East, for January 1 to June 30, 2022, contingent on submitting his state tattoo license. The council also approved the consent agenda, EDA officer appointments and $0 budget, and 2022 committee appointments. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved new tattoo business license for Overtime Tattoo Collective (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, data practices, and pay requests (5-0)
• Appointed EDA officers and adopted $0 budget for 2022 (5-0)
• Approved 2022 council committee appointments (5-0)

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss two topics: amending City Code Chapter 802 on tobacco products and adopting a City Council Code of Conduct Policy. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discuss amending City Code Chapter 802, Tobacco Products
• Discuss City Council Code of Conduct Policy

The City Council discussed amending Chapter 802 of the City Code to eliminate new tobacco licenses, allowing only existing licensees to renew if compliant, and to end indoor smoking by June 30, 2024. Staff was directed to draft an ordinance and notify current license holders. The Council also agreed to draft a Code of Conduct policy for future consideration.

• Consensus to amend Chapter 802 to set zero new tobacco licenses (both types), allowing existing licensees to renew if compliant
• Consensus to end indoor smoking allowance on June 30, 2024
• Directed staff to draft ordinance and notify seven current tobacco licensees
• Consensus to draft a City Council Code of Conduct policy for future review

City Council

The Little Canada City Council is holding two improvement hearings to consider street improvements on Woodlynn Avenue and Ryan Drive. They will receive the 2022 feasibility report for these projects. The meeting is a special meeting focused solely on these improvement hearings.

• Public hearing for Woodlynn Avenue street improvements at 5:00 p.m.
• Public hearing for Ryan Drive street improvements at 5:45 p.m.
• Receive 2022 feasibility report for street improvements on Woodlynn Avenue and Ryan Drive

The City Council held public hearings and unanimously approved resolutions to order improvements for Woodlynn Avenue (full depth reclamation and reconstruction) and Ryan Drive (mill and overlay, sewer extensions). The Ryan Drive assessments will be delayed until existing assessments end, beginning in payable 2027. Both resolutions passed 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-1-1 ordering Woodlynn Ave improvement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1-2 accepting feasibility study amendment for Ryan Drive (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-1-3 ordering Ryan Drive improvement with delayed assessments to 2027 (5-0)

Parks and Recreation

The Little Canada Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting on January 6, 2022, to approve minutes, welcome a new commissioner, elect a vice-chair, and make commission appointments. They will also discuss updates on Pioneer Park and Rondeau Park, assign parks for 2022, and hear reports on various activities including a winter farmers market and youth programs.

• Election of vice-chair and commission appointments for 2022
• Pioneer Park update
• Rondeau Park update
• 2022 park assignments
• Winter Farmers Market report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the appointment of Ron Horwath as vice-chair for 2022 (6-0). The commission also discussed updates on Pioneer Park and Rondeau Park projects, including design, funding, and community input plans. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussion on meeting format preferences.

• Approved appointment of Ron Horwath as vice-chair for 2022 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2021, as submitted (unanimous)