Marine on St. Croix public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Marine on St. Croix City Council will vote on the 2023 final levy of $976,890.98 (a 3.98% increase over 2022) and consider an ordinance amendment to extend winter parking restrictions to include after snowstorms until snow removal is complete. The council will also discuss reserve fund allocations, a legacy grant proposal, and other routine business.

• 2023 final levy set at $976,890.98, a 3.98% increase
• Ordinance No. 168 amends winter parking to prohibit parking after snowstorms until snow removal
• Proposed 2022 reserve funds totaling $261,103, including $174,000 for roads/alleys
• Fire Chief Glen Mills approval for 2-year term
• New Brookside liquor license approval

The City Council approved the 2023 levy and 2022 reserve funds. Key appointments were made for the fire chief and Planning Commission, and a liquor license was approved for the Brookside Bar and Grill.

• Adopted 2023 levy at $976,890.98 (3.98% increase over 2022)
• Approved 2022 Proposed Reserve funds
• Appointed Glen Mills as fire chief for a two-year term
• Approved on sale/off sale liquor license for Brookside Bar and Grill contingent on State approval
• Re-appointed Jennifer Henry and Anna Hagstrom to the Planning Commission for three-year terms
• Adopted Resolution 12822-01 (Ordinance No. 168) amending winter on-street parking
• Approved HVAC controller repair for elementary school not to exceed $12,000
• Extended Memorandum of Understanding with Marine Library Association until April

City Council

The City Council will review the proposed 2023 budget and hear public comments. A decision to set the 2023 tax levy is scheduled for the December 8th meeting.

• Review of the proposed Year 2023 Budget
• Set the 2023 Levy at the December 8th City Council Meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive updates on a meeting with the DNR regarding zoning code revisions for the St. Croix River Overlay, and on draft 5G design guidelines. They will also discuss the 2023 work plan, which includes solar and residential care facilities.

• Update on DNR meeting regarding zoning code changes for the St. Croix River Overlay
• Update on 5G draft design guidelines
• Update on Maggie Raedeke's capstone project
• Discussion of 2023 work plan priorities including solar and residential care facilities

The Commission discussed river overlay regulations following a meeting with DNR staff. Members reviewed the 2023 work plan and noted that two commissioners have agreed to renew their terms. No new items were added to the 2023 work plan.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Anna Hagstrom and Jennifer Henry for three-year terms
• Reviewed 2023 work plan with no new items added

City Council

The City Council met as the legally constituted canvassing board to review and certify the local municipal results of the November 8, 2022, General Election.

• Certified the names and vote counts for offices and questions from the November 8, 2022 General Election (Passed)

City Council

The city council will consider approval of a list of bills totaling $165,575.88 for November 2022. The agenda consists solely of routine payments and does not include any policy discussions or public hearings.

• $36,512.86 in employee salaries and withholdings
• $15,200.00 to Arcade Asphalt for road material
• $29,820.00 to Smilie's Sewer Service for wastewater pumping
• $10,077.62 to Waste Management for materials/supplies
• $1,616.89 to Xcel Energy for streetlights (2 months)

The Council approved a lot line adjustment for two Broadway Street properties and granted rental fee reductions or waivers for a fire department volunteer and Boy Scout Troop 169. Members also discussed a short-term rental ordinance complaint and potential cemetery expansion grants.

• Approved residential rental rate for Village Hall for Travis Strike (5-0)
• Approved 3-month gym rental fee waiver for Boy Scout Troop 169 (5-0)
• Approved lot line adjustment for 801 and 821 Broadway Street (5-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals for Anna’s Bistro, Brookside Bar and Grill, and Marine Brewing Company (5-0)
• Approved 10/13/22 minutes, 10/22 treasurer's report, and 11/10/22 bills (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss zoning code revisions, including DNR-required updates to the St. Croix River Overlay District, and review draft 5G design guidelines. They will also receive an update on a student capstone project and discuss tiny houses as new business.

• Discuss zoning code updates with planners, focusing on DNR concerns about nonconforming uses and definitions
• Review 5G draft design guidelines update
• Update on Maggie Raedeke's capstone project for the local school
• New business: discussion of tiny houses

The Planning Commission discussed proposed changes to the St. Croix River Overlay, including definitions, lot sizes, and conditional use permits. No final zoning changes were voted on; the commission is coordinating a November meeting with the DNR to negotiate these terms.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 27 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled solar and residential care facility revisions to 2023 work plan
• Requested staff report from Building Inspector on tiny house state codes

City Council

The agenda consists entirely of a list of bills and payroll to be approved, totaling over $200,000. No policy items, ordinances, or public hearings are included.

• Lynette Peterson salary $4,562.16
• Great Northern Environmental $74,390.00 for CARES
• MacQueen Emergency $112,875.64 for SCBA capital equipment
• Waste Management $9,711.71 for September hauler service
• Security State Bank $11,775.00 for school bond

The City Council approved several items including a new film ordinance (Ordinance 167), an amended fee schedule with canoe moorage set at $150, and a three-year garbage contract with Waste Management. They also allocated up to $6,000 for Planning Commission consultant work and approved a cemetery boundary survey not to exceed $6,000. A one-day liquor license for a New Year's Eve party was approved contingent on insurance.

• Approved Ordinance 166 amending Chapter 9 (Licenses, Permits, Prohibitions) (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 167 creating Chapter 31 regulating filming and motion pictures (5-0)
• Approved amended fee schedule with canoe moorage fee set at $150 (4-1)
• Awarded three-year garbage contract to Waste Management, subject to attorney review (5-0)
• Allocated up to $6,000 for Planning Commission consultant work (5-0)
• Approved cemetery boundary survey with Landmark Surveying not to exceed $6,000 (5-0)
• Approved one-day temporary liquor license for Tom Warth contingent on insurance (5-0)
• Changed election canvassing meeting date to November 15 at 7am (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a draft of the Zoning Code and updated 5G wireless infrastructure guidelines. The body will also receive an update on Maggie Raedeke’s capstone project.

• Review of Zoning Code draft
• Update to 5G Draft Guidelines
• Update on Maggie Raedeke’s Capstone Project

The commission reviewed the city attorney's responses to questions about proposed zoning code changes, focusing on protecting pre-existing nonconforming uses, rebuilding after destruction, and addressing DNR concerns about solar panels and accessory apartments. No decisions were made; the commission plans to meet with planners in October and with the DNR in November.

• Approved the September 27 meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved the August 30 regular meeting minutes as drafted, with one abstention.

City Council

The City Council is holding a public hearing to consider vacating individual sewage treatment systems to allow property owners to manage them. The body is also discussing the 2023 levy and a proposed fee schedule for permits.

• Vacation of sewage treatment systems at 100, 180, 300, and 400 Nason Hill Road
• Proposed 2023 Levy
• Approval of Proposed Fee Schedule/Permits
• Truth in Taxation Meeting set for 12/1/22 at 6:00pm
• Appointment of November General Election Judges

The City Council set the maximum proposed 2023 levy at $991,790.98, a 5.56% increase over 2022. The Council also adopted a new fee schedule with increases including boat moorage fees from $100 to $200, and passed an ordinance amendment establishing violations for unlicensed short-term rental occupants and guests. Additionally, the Council vacated 13 individual sewage treatment systems, adopting resolutions 220908-01 through 220908-13, and authorized a $6,000 annual Jordan bequest contribution from Washington County to the library.

• Set maximum proposed 2023 levy at $991,790.98 (5.56% increase over 2022)
• Adopted fee schedule with increases including boat moorage from $100 to $200
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-165 amending Chapter 30 short-term rental ordinance to establish violations for unlicensed STR occupants and guests
• Adopted Resolutions 220908-01 through 220908-13 vacating 13 individual sewage treatment systems
• Authorized $6,000 annual Jordan bequest contribution from Washington County to the library
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, treasurer's report, bills list, zoning report, and election judges
• Set special election canvassing meeting for November 14, 2022 at 7:00am
• Approved agenda as amended

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a variance for a setback and a conditional use permit for a bathroom in an accessory structure. The body will also meet with HKGi planners and review 5G draft guidelines and DNR comments.

• Variance and CUP application for Luke Christenson at 350 Judd St.
• Review of 5G Draft Guidelines
• Review of DNR comments regarding Zoning Code
• Meeting with HKGi planners Rita Trapp and Beth Richmond

The commission discussed voluminous DNR comments on the draft zoning code, focusing on potential unintended consequences such as nonconforming uses and rebuilding after a disaster. HKGi consultants advised the city to research legal descriptions and base/overlay district standards before negotiating with the DNR. The commission also heard an update on a variance and conditional use permit application for 350 Judd St., but took no vote on it.

• Approved the August 30, 2022 agenda unanimously.
• Approved the July 26, 2022 regular meeting minutes as drafted unanimously.
• Discussed but took no action on the variance and conditional use permit application for 350 Judd St.
• Discussed DNR comments on the zoning code update, with no formal decision.
• Discussed 5G design guidelines, with the topic to be revisited next month.
• Adjourned at 8:53 pm unanimously.

City Council

The City Council discussed the 2023 proposed budget, covering items like the Log Cabin roof repair, street sweeping, and dumpster enclosures. No formal votes were taken, but the Council agreed to approve a maximum levy of $991,790.98, a 5.56% increase over 2022, at the September 8th meeting. The meeting was procedural, focusing on budget discussions.

• Agreed to approve maximum levy of $991,790.98 (5.56% increase) at Sept. 8 meeting
• Discussed using $5,000 from Watershed capital for street sweeping
• Kept $5,000 for recreational infrastructure in budget
• Discussed $10,000 for Brookside dumpster enclosures in 2023 budget
• No action on Youth Service Bureau donation request

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request from Vinco, Inc. for a conditional use permit and variance to build a 180-foot monopole tower. The proposed facility at the city-owned compost site aims to provide wireless coverage for the area.

• Cell Tower CUP/Variance at St. Croix Trail North compost site
• Driveway CUP Request for 990 Rosabell St
• Broadway St. Micro Surfacing Project award
• City Code Amendment Proposal for Chapter 19, Sewer

The City Council unanimously approved a conditional use permit and variance for a monopole tower and wireless antennae facility, following a Planning Commission recommendation. The council also approved a CUP for a driveway at 990 Rosabell St., hired HKGI as the new consultant, and adopted an ordinance amending short-term rental rules. No action was taken on the Broadway Street micro surfacing project, and the council went into closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Approved Planning Case 052322-01: CUP and variance for monopole tower (5-0)
• Approved Planning Case 072622-01: CUP for driveway at 990 Rosabell St. (5-0)
• Approved HKGI as consultant and authorized staff agreement (5-0)
• Approved two new fire department members, Sarah Godsave and Arik Howie-Petroske (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 163 amending Chapter 19 of City Code (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2022-164 amending short-term rental ordinance (5-0)
• Accepted gift of recycled plastic bench from Scandia Marine Lions (5-0)
• Took no action on Broadway Street micro surfacing project

Planning Commission

The Marine on St. Croix Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one for a conditional use permit for a 278-foot driveway at 990 Rosabell St., and one for a variance for a proposed 180-foot cell tower at the city compost site. The commission will also discuss 5G design guidelines, a consultant planner search, and DNR comments on the zoning code.

• Public hearing: CUP for 278-ft driveway with 60-ft passing lane at 990 Rosabell St. (case 072622-01)
• Public hearing: Variance for Vinco cell tower at city compost site, 18337 St. Croix Trail N (case 052322-01)
• Discussion: 5G draft design guidelines
• Discussion: Consultant planner search (RFP deadline July 15)
• Discussion: DNR comments on zoning code

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a variance for a Vinco cell tower at the city-owned compost site, despite public opposition citing ordinance violations. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for a driveway over 200 feet at 990 Rosabell St. Both recommendations will go to the City Council on August 11.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved June 28 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for driveway at 990 Rosabell St. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of variance for Vinco cell tower (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal for new no parking zones on Maple Street and Parker Street. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a memorial tree request, school forest updates, and an upcoming fee schedule review.

• No Parking Zone resolution for Maple Street and Parker Street
• Memorial Tree Request
• Stonehouse Museum/Village Hall Maintenance Proposal
• Fee Schedule Review Discussion
• Upcoming Budget Dates/Wish List Items

The City Council approved a wine license for Dave Heieren's Surf Yogurt Shop, contingent on a background check and state approval. They also passed a resolution restricting parking on the south side of Maple and Parker Streets, and authorized engineering specs for micro milling Broadway Street. A workshop will be scheduled to consider a capstone project with a UW Madison student.

• Approved wine license for Surf Yogurt Shop (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 071422-01: no parking on south side of Maple and Parker Streets (all in favor)
• Authorized Bolton Menk to prepare specs for micro milling Broadway Street (all in favor)
• Approved replacement of memorial tree in downtown greenspace (all in favor)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, bills, and election judges (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to set public hearings for a cell tower variance and a long driveway permit. The body will also discuss 5G design guidelines and a search for a consultant planner.

• Conditional Use Permit application for a driveway over 200 ft at 990 Rosabell St.
• Variance application for Vinco Cell Tower
• Preapplication for setback variance and accessory structure bathroom at 350 Judd St.
• Review of 5G Draft Guidelines
• Consultant planner search with a total commission budget of $9,000

The Marine on St. Croix Planning Commission scheduled public hearings for July 26, 2022, to consider a conditional use permit for a driveway over 200 feet at 990 Rosabell St. and a variance for a Vinco cell tower at the city compost site. The commission also discussed a preapplication for a variance and CUP at 350 Judd St., and reviewed the 5G design guidelines draft and consultant planner search.

• Set public hearing for CUP case #072622-01 (driveway at 990 Rosabell St.) for July 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for variance case #072622-02 (Vinco cell tower at city compost site) for July 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved May 31 meeting minutes as drafted (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council held a workshop to review the updated Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) from the City Engineer, focusing on road project costs and annual budget increases. Councilmember Pardun proposed a $50,000 increase in road funding (a 5% increase), which will be considered at the August budget meeting. The council also discussed potential no-parking zones on Maple and Third Streets and emergency vehicle parking signs on Parker Street, but no formal decisions were made; the parking issue will be added to the July agenda.

• Proposed $50,000 increase in road funding (5% increase) for consideration at August budget meeting
• Discussed no-parking zones on Maple and Third Streets and emergency vehicle parking signs on Parker Street; no action taken
• Consensus to add a 'private drive' sign for the Chocolate Shop
• Parking issue added to July agenda for further discussion

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request for proposals for on-call planning services and discussing a variance for 240 Third Street. The city has decided not to proceed with the 2022 Broadway Street improvement project because bid prices increased by 20-40%.

• Request for Proposals (RFP) for on-call planning services
• Variance recommendation for Dawn Pennie at 240 Third Street
• Cancellation of the 2022 Broadway Street improvement project
• One Day Temporary Liquor License request from Anna Hagstrom
• Folk School lease renewal

The council approved a one-day liquor license for Anna's Bistro, a driveway variance, an RFP for a planning consultant, and a tree inoculation program. They also approved a lease amendment reducing the charter school rent to $43,800 and discussed but did not act on a short-term rental moratorium.

• Approved one-day liquor license for Anna's Bistro (all in favor)
• Approved driveway variance for Dawn Pennie at 240 Third Street (all in favor)
• Authorized RFP for planning consultant (all in favor)
• Approved $1,820 tree inoculation program for 12 downtown trees (all in favor)
• Approved Marine Mills Folk School lease (all in favor)
• Approved $191 reimbursement to Stuga Association (3-1)
• Approved charter school lease amendment reducing rent to $43,800 (all in favor)
• Tabled short-term rental moratorium discussion

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing a conditional use permit for a Vinco 4G cell tower and discussing wireless infrastructure ordinances. Other items include a variance request for a driveway at 240 3rd St. and a search for a consultant planner.

• Public hearing: Variance for side yard setback to install driveway at 240 3rd St.
• Preapplication: CUP for bathroom in accessory structure at 1251 Broadway St.
• Preapplication: CUP for driveway over 200 ft at 990 Rosabell St.
• Discussion of Vinco Cell Tower CUP Application
• Review of DNR comments regarding zoning code

The commission unanimously recommended approval of a variance for a driveway and carport at 240 3rd St., which will go to the City Council on June 9. They also approved the agenda as amended, removing two items, and approved minutes from previous meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were discussions or updates.

• Approved agenda as amended, removing Karl Butz preapplication and Vinco CUP application (unanimous)
• Approved April 26 regular meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 23 public hearing minutes (unanimous, Henry abstained)
• Recommended approval of variance for driveway and carport at 240 3rd St. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit application for a cell tower. The meeting includes an application presentation, public comment, and commission discussion.

• Cell tower conditional use permit public hearing

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 180-foot cell tower at the city compost site but made no decision, deferring its recommendation to the May 31 regular meeting. Public comments were split, with nearby residents raising concerns about health, property values, and visual impact, while others cited emergency connectivity needs. The commission did not vote on the permit.

• Held public hearing on cell tower CUP, no decision made
• Deferred recommendation to May 31 regular meeting
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 8:12 pm

City Council

The City Council held a workshop to discuss cemetery expansion and future burial options. They considered scanning a potential burial area (Block 25) to verify if bodies are present, and discussed a possible expansion site on the far west section. No formal decisions were made; the workshop was informational only.

• No formal decisions made; workshop was informational
• Discussed scanning Block 25 for potential burials
• Identified far west section as natural expansion area
• Considered design contest with landscape architects at no cost
• Discussed security camera options, including trail cameras

City Council

The City Council passed ordinances to amend the city code regarding land use and special events. The council also reviewed a proposal for a fully funded utility box mural at 2nd and Pine Streets.

• Ordinance 160: Amends zoning code to allow telecommunication towers and antennas via Conditional Use Permit
• Ordinance 161: Rebrands 'Outdoor Entertainment' as 'Special Outdoor Events' and establishes new permit requirements
• Utility Box Mural: Request for location and artist submission at 2nd/Pine Streets Canoe Landing
• Public Hearing: Cell Tower hearing scheduled for May 23 at 7:00pm

The City Council adopted two ordinances: one amending the zoning code to permit telecommunication towers in additional districts, and another amending the special event ordinance. It also accepted the resignation of the Planning Commission chairman and appointed a successor, approved a one-day liquor license for a street dance, and discussed road patching and emerald ash borer tree management.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 160 amending Section 408 of the Zoning Code to include permitted districts for telecommunication towers and antennas (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 161 amending Chapter 26 of the City Code regarding special events (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 162 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Gerry Mrosla as Planning Commission chairman and appointed Scott Spisak as new chairman (unanimous)
• Approved one-day liquor license for the street dance (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, treasurer's report, bills, and reports (unanimous)
• Approved EDA minutes as drafted (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to clarify zoning districts for cell towers. The body will also review a variance for a driveway at 240 3rd St. and a conditional use permit application for a Vinco 4G cell tower.

• Public hearing on 4G Wireless Amendment regarding cell tower zoning districts
• Variance application for sideyard setback for a driveway at 240 3rd St.
• Conditional Use Permit application for Vinco 4G Cell Tower
• Discussion on 5G Ordinance and design guidelines
• Review of DNR comments regarding Zoning Code and Section 511

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended amending the 4G Wireless Communication Tower Ordinance to explicitly allow telecommunication towers and antennas as a conditional use in all zoning districts. They also set public hearings for a variance request and a conditional use permit for a cell tower. Chair Gerry Mrosla resigned, with Scott Spisak recommended as his replacement.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Mrosla's resignation as chair and Spisak's appointment (all in favor, Spisak abstained)
• Set public hearing for Dawn Pennie's variance at 240 3rd St. for May 31, 7:30 pm (unanimous)
• Recommended 4G Wireless Communication Tower Ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Vinco's 4G cell tower conditional use permit for May 23, 7 pm (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed amendment to the Outdoor Event Ordinance to regulate permits for special outdoor events in the Village Center and commercial districts. The body will also hear requests regarding liquor licenses and hall rentals.

• Proposed Special Outdoor Event ordinance including permit requirements for athletic events, block parties, community festivals, parades, and private events
• Liquor license request from Chris Cosgrove for Brookside
• Pull tab request from Brookside
• Liquor license request from Anna Hagstrom
• Hall rental requests from Leah Moss and Ele Anderson

The Marine on St. Croix City Council approved several liquor licenses, including for the Brookside Bar and Grill's new owner and for Anna Hagstrom's business, all contingent on background checks and state approval. The council also approved a hall rental rate reduction for River Grove Elementary, disbanded the communication infrastructure committee, and discussed but did not decide on Tanglewood road takeover and pickleball court upgrades.

• Approved on-sale/off-sale and Sunday on-sale liquor licenses for Brookside Bar and Grill (unanimous)
• Approved lawful gambling license for Brookside Bar and Grill (unanimous)
• Approved on-sale/off-sale liquor license for Anna Hagstrom (unanimous)
• Reduced hall rental rate for River Grove Elementary to resident rate (unanimous)
• Disbanded communication infrastructure committee (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, treasurer's report, and bills (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is reviewing a proposed lease agreement with Marine Village School. The lease covers the use of a schoolhouse building and approximately 8.3 acres of land for public charter school operations.

• Lease of premises at 550 Pine St
• Five-year lease term with one five-year renewal option
• Minimum base rent of $100,000 for years 1 and 2, and $120,000 annually thereafter
• Resolution to authorize execution of the lease agreement

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing updates to the city's zoning code following feedback from the Department of Natural Resources regarding the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act. Discussions also included cell tower siting, a potential 5G ordinance, and the consolidation of land use codes.

• Variance for sideyard setback at 240 3rd St.
• Cell tower site and application review
• Zoning code revisions regarding DNR requirements
• Consolidation of Land Use Codes (Chapter 21 Flood Plain, Subdivision, Zoning)
• Search for a Consultant Planner

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to set a public hearing for April 26 to amend the 4G cell ordinance, clarifying that wireless communications towers may be allowed as a conditional use in all districts subject to ordinance restrictions. The commission also reviewed a preapplication for a driveway variance at 240 3rd St., discussed DNR comments on zoning code revisions, and continued work on 5G design guidelines and a consultant planner search.

• Set public hearing for April 26 on 4G wireless amendment (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved February meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 9:16 pm (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review reports on public safety, roads, and city properties, including a charter school lease. The meeting includes updates on a cell tower proposal and an EV presentation.

• Burris Park Buffer Restoration: Cooperative agreement with CMSCWD for buckthorn removal and streambank stabilization estimated at $13,422.50
• Cell tower update and EV proposal presentation
• Funding request for Utility Box Art
• Support request from Friends of Scandia Gateway Trail
• Polling Place Resolution

The City Council unanimously approved a cooperative agreement with the Carnelian Marine Watershed District for buckthorn removal in Burris Park, with the city covering $1,633.50 from stormwater funds. The council discussed but took no action on a proposal for EV chargers, deciding to gather more information. A letter supporting the Gateway Trail was approved unanimously.

• Approved cooperative agreement with Carnelian Marine Watershed District for buckthorn removal in Burris Park (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter of support for Gateway Trail as requested by Friends of Scandia (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as drafted (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, treasurer's report, and other routine items (unanimous)
• Tabled EV charger proposal with Carbon Solutions Group for further review

City Council

The City Council held a workshop to review current and new goals across various city departments. Discussions included salt practices on roads, park improvements, and maintenance of city properties.

• Review of road salt impacts and potential liquid salt testing
• Discussion of Highway 95 Bike Trail funding and recreation status
• Proposed columbarium installation at the current cemetery
• Potential upgrades to Village Hall offices and bathrooms
• Maintenance and inspection of Red Bridge

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will evaluate DNR comments regarding proposed zoning amendments to determine how to incorporate required rules into the city's code. The body will also confirm its 2022 work plan and receive updates on a cell tower project.

• Discussion of DNR feedback on Zoning Code and the St Croix Overlay District
• Confirmation of 2022 Work Plan including 5G design guidelines
• Status update on Vinco Cell Tower
• Discussion of pending MN Legislation HF 3256 regarding local planning and zoning authority

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposal for two outdoor music events in June and September. The meeting includes reports on the Marine Village School enrollment and engineering updates regarding floodplain risk and bridge reconstruction.

• Proposal for two outdoor concerts by Billy McLaughlin on June 24 and September 9
• Water treatment options for Marine Elementary School ranging from $30,750 to $74,390
• Installation proposal for UV Purification Unit at school building for $27,287
• Update on Hwy 243 Osceola Bridge reconstruction scheduled for 2025-2026
• Collaborative grant application for resiliency planning not to exceed $116,597

The council unanimously approved the purchase and installation of a UV water treatment system for the school well, totaling $101,677, to address aquifer infiltration and enable the school building to be occupied. They also authorized pursuit of a Conservation Partners Legacy Grant for Marine Hollow restoration, recognized Scott Spisak as acting planning commission chair, and accepted two new probationary fire and rescue members.

• Approved $101,677 UV water treatment system for school well (unanimous)
• Authorized pursuit of Conservation Partners Legacy Grant for Marine Hollow restoration (unanimous)
• Recognized Scott Spisak as acting planning commission chair (unanimous)
• Accepted Timothy Casey and Dave McDonald as probationary fire and rescue members (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, treasurer's report, and bills (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a cell tower location proposal from Vinco and review DNR feedback regarding the Zoning Code. The body will also discuss its work plan and appoint an acting chair.

• Preapplication meeting for Vinco cell tower location
• Discussion of DNR feedback on Zoning Code
• Discussion of Work Plan
• Appointment of acting chair

The commission held a preapplication meeting with Vinco for a cell tower, discussing site options and coverage, and agreed to require a state-licensed engineer's design approval for a conditional use permit. They also decided to split up review of the DNR's 68 pages of zoning code feedback, with commissioners assigned comments and plans to seek consultant help. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only votes were to appoint an acting chair and approve previous minutes.

• Appointed Scott Spisak as acting chair (unanimous)
• Approved November 30, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Established that initial CUP approval for cell tower could be contingent on engineer-approved design
• Commissioners Sanderson, Smitten, Spisak volunteered to help with preapplication process
• Decided to split DNR zoning feedback review among commissioners
• Agreed to seek a consultant planner with river community experience

City Council

The council is reviewing a list of bills and payments for various city departments. These include payroll, equipment repairs, utility services, and replacements for stolen equipment.

• Replacement of stolen equipment via Johnson Trailer Co. ($5,573.00 and $5,942.00)
• Advanced Disposal service payment of $9,815.21
• Tri-State Bobcat equipment repair totaling $4,860.35
• Xcel Energy utility payments across multiple departments
• Washington County Public Health environmental charge of $5,784.20

The City Council approved spending $1,250 from the Parks & Recreation community events fund for an ice sculpture in Gazebo Park, part of a proposed ice sculpture tour. The council also approved new probationary fire department members, designated official city roles and institutions, approved the consent calendar, and nominated Glen Mills as 2021 Citizen of the Year.

• Approved $1,250 ice sculpture in Gazebo Park (5-0)
• Approved probationary fire department members Max Schollet, Zach Stickler, Jessup Schiks (5-0)
• Designated acting mayor, meeting date, official newspaper, bank, legal firm, engineer, and rules (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, treasurer's report, bills, and reports (5-0)
• Approved additional Reserve fund proposal (5-0)
• Nominated Glen Mills as 2021 Citizen of the Year (5-0)