North St. Paul public meetings in 2024
93 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council holds a special meeting to consider approving a feasibility study, amending the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2025 budget, and acting on a first amendment to the city manager's employment agreement following a closed session. The closed session is for a performance review of City Manager Brian Frandle.
- Approve feasibility study (no specific project named in agenda)
- Amend 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Amend 2025 budget
- First Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement (to be voted on after closed session)
- Closed session for performance review of City Manager Brian Frandle
The City Council approved a feasibility study agreement with EAPC Architects for the Multicultural Community Outreach Center, funded by $89,500 from the asset preservation fund, and amended the 2025-2034 CIP and 2025 budget accordingly. The vote was 3-2, with Mayor Monge and Council Member Nordby dissenting. The council also unanimously approved the first amendment to the City Manager employment agreement after a closed session.
- Approved Resolution No. 2024-142, feasibility study agreement with EAPC Architects, CIP and budget amendment (3-2)
- Approved first amendment to City Manager employment agreement (5-0)
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council meeting on Dec 17, 2024 will consider several budget‑related actions. Items on the consent agenda include payment of $1,776,160.58 in general claims, a $3,452.87 HRA claim, and approval of an electrical inspection consulting services agreement. The council will vote on adopting the 2025 final levy and budgets, the 2025 non‑levy budgets, and the 2025‑2034 Capital Improvement Plan. Additional actions include adopting the 2025 fee schedule, adult‑use cannabis ordinances, and several appointments and resolutions.
- General Claims payment of $1,776,160.58
- Approve Agreement for Electrical Inspection Consulting Services
- Approve 2025 City of North St. Paul Fee Schedule
- Adopt Adult-Use Cannabis Ordinances
- Adopt the 2025 Final Levy and Budgets
The City Council approved the final 2025 budgets and levies, including a 9.1% general levy increase, and adopted the 2025 non-levy budgets and 10-year capital improvement plan. They also approved a $89,500 contract for a community center feasibility study and tabled the city manager employment agreement for a special meeting. The consent agenda was approved with several resolutions, including adult-use cannabis ordinances and the 2025 fee schedule.
- Adopted 2025 final budgets and levies (4-0)
- Adopted 2025 non-levy budgets (4-0)
- Adopted 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
- Approved $89,500 contract for community center feasibility study (3-1)
- Tabled city manager employment agreement to special meeting (3-1)
- Approved consent agenda including cannabis ordinances and fee schedule (4-0)
Economic Development Authority
The North St. Paul Economic Development Authority will hold a regular meeting on December 10, 2024. Key agenda items include discussion of EDA updates and a vote to approve updated EDA bylaws.
- Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comment period on non-agenda items
- Discussion: Economic Development Authority Updates
- Approve Update to EDA Bylaws
The Economic Development Authority voted 6-0 to amend its bylaws, changing meeting frequency from monthly to quarterly, starting in 2025. The board also discussed the Margaret Street Commons RFP, which remains open until the end of 2024, and received updates on several development projects. No other formal actions were taken.
- Approved update to EDA Bylaws to move from monthly to quarterly meetings (6-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved September 10, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an adult-use cannabis ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and an open forum for non-agenda items. No other business items are listed.
- Public hearing on adult-use cannabis ordinance
- Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
- Open forum for public comment on non-agenda items
The Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval to the City Council of two ordinances regulating adult-use cannabis businesses, with the recommendation that a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) not be required. The ordinances would allow cannabis operations only in MU-2 and MU-3 zoning districts, impose distance requirements from schools, daycares, and parks, set hours of operation, and cap registrations at two. No public comments were made during the hearing.
- Recommended approval of cannabis ordinance (Chapter 125) to City Council (7-0)
- Recommended approval of zoning amendment (Chapter 154) to City Council (7-0)
- Recommended no Conditional Use Permit requirement for cannabis operations (7-0)
- Adopted meeting agenda (7-0)
- Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
Arts & Culture Commission
This is a routine Arts & Culture Commission meeting with procedural items including approval of minutes and public comment. The main business items are discussion of 2025 events and projects, sub-committee updates, and a review of the 2024 budget. The commission will also recognize outgoing Commissioner See Yang.
- Recognition and appreciation to outgoing Commissioner See Yang
- Discussion of 2025 events and projects
- Review of 2024 budget
- Sub-committee updates
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the draft 2025 fee schedule and set the final property tax levies for the City, HRA, and EDA. No formal votes are expected; these items are for discussion and direction.
- Discuss draft 2025 City fee schedule
- Discussion to set City, HRA, and EDA final levies
City Council
The council will hold a Truth‑in‑Taxation public hearing on the 2025 tax levy and budget. It will also discuss setting the final levies for the City, HRA, and EDA. Items on the consent agenda include approval of labor contracts, a zoning amendment for fences, and an encroachment agreement at 2329 17th Ave East.
- Truth‑in‑Taxation hearing on the 2025 tax levy and budget
- Discussion to set final levies for the City, HRA, and EDA
- Approval of 2025‑2027 labor contracts with IBEW (Supervisory) and AFSCME Local 2725
- Zoning text amendment concerning fences
- Authorization to execute encroachment agreement at 2329 17th Ave East
Parks & Recreation Commission
This is a regular Parks & Recreation Commission meeting with routine procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of October minutes, and open forum for public comment. The main business items are updates from HGA (an architectural firm) and recognition of Commissioner Sue Springborn. No specific decisions or new proposals are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from October 23, 2024 PRC meeting
- Open forum for public comment on non-agenda items (3-min limit)
- HGA updates (details not provided in agenda)
- Recognition of Commissioner Sue Springborn
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a proposed cannabis ordinance and explore revenue options for the city. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for preliminary discussion only.
- Discuss Cannabis Ordinance
- Discuss Revenue Options
City Council
The City Council will consider the consent agenda, which includes approval of claims, benefit renewals, and agreements, and will discuss park dedication fees for the Sentinel Residence Development Project as a separate action item. A presentation on Fire Prevention Poster Awards is also scheduled.
- Park dedication fees for Sentinel Residence Development Project
- General Claims totaling $2,987,864.19
- 2024-25 School Resource Officer Agreement with ISD 622
- Resolution approving amendment to Park Rental Policy
- Muralist Agreement for dumpster shed building
Economic Development Authority
This is a routine meeting of the Economic Development Authority with no specific action items on the agenda. The main items are approval of previous meeting minutes and general updates. No public hearings, contracts, or rezonings are scheduled.
General
The North St. Paul City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt a resolution canvassing the results of the November 5, 2024 general election. The council will also review and discuss the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan. No consent items are scheduled.
- Resolution canvassing the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election results
- Review and discussion of the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan
Planning Commission
The North St. Paul Planning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding a zoning text amendment related to fences. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment as it Relates to Fences
Arts & Culture Commission
The North St. Paul Arts & Culture Commission will review and make recommendations on planned arts events and projects for 2025. Sub‑committees will provide updates, and staff will present the 2024 events calendar and budget information. The meeting also includes a public hearing and an open forum for community comments.
- Review of 2025 events and projects
- Sub‑committee status updates
- Presentation of 2024 events calendar
- 2024 budget updates for arts and culture
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to review updates from HGA and the Memorial Program. The body will discuss and make recommendations regarding park hours and park policy updates.
- Park Hours Discussion and Recommendation
- Memorial Program Update Approval
- Park Policy Updates
- HGA Updates
City Council
The council will hold a closed session to discuss the city’s labor negotiation strategy with the Teamsters Public and Law Enforcement Employees Union and its local affiliates. The council will also review the 2025 Internal Service Funds and other budget items. No other business is listed.
- Closed session to discuss labor negotiation strategy with Teamsters Public and Law Enforcement Employees Union (Local 320, Local 211, Local 298)
- Review of 2025 Internal Service Funds and other budget items
City Council
The City Council will vote on labor contracts for public works, electrical, and law enforcement employees. The body will also consider a special assessment hearing for unpaid bills and discuss a consultant for a community center feasibility study.
- General Claims totaling $1,561,839.03
- Labor contracts for Teamsters Local 320, Law Enforcement Labor Services Local 211, and Local 298
- Conditional Use Permit Application at 2586 7th Ave East
- Special Assessment Hearing for unpaid bills
- HRA Claims totaling $32,436.24
Planning Commission
The North St. Paul Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on October 3, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers (2400 Margaret St.). The meeting includes a public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit application at 2586 7th Ave E. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit application at 2586 7th Ave E
Arts & Culture Commission
The Arts & Culture Commission will meet to recap the Autumn Arts Festival and receive updates on sub-committees. Staff will provide reports on the 2024 budget, the North Stars Podcast, and the 2024 events calendar.
- Autumn Arts Festival recap
- Mural Project update
- Utility Box Wrap update
- 2024 budget updates
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to review updates on the Community Center RFP. Members will also discuss 2025 Enterprise Fund budgets and 10-year financial plans.
- Community Center RFP Review Update
- 2025 Enterprise Fund Budgets
- Enterprise Fund 10-Year Financial Plans
- 2024 Statements of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance
- Discussion on recording commissions and workshop meetings
City Council
The City Council will consider the 2025 Enterprise Fund Budgets and 10-year financial plans. The body will also review financial statements for the General Fund and Enterprise Funds. Other actions include approving payments and a change order for the Hause Park Courts Reconstruction Project.
- General Claims of $1,435,663.43
- HRA Claims of $3,125.43
- Hause Park Courts Reconstruction Project Change Order No. 1 and Pay Voucher No. 2
- 2025 Enterprise Fund Budgets
- Special Event Permit for Hang Time Board Shop's 'Ride to Remember' event
Parks & Recreation Commission
The North St. Paul Parks & Recreation Commission will review updates from the HGA and discuss a revision of the Code of Conduct. Commissioners will consider the Capital Improvement Program and provide a recommendation on park operating hours. Additional agenda items include updates to park policies and a report from Public Works.
- HGA Updates
- Code of Conduct Review
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Discussion
- Park Hours Discussion and Recommendation
- Park Policy Updates
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the Parks and Open Space Master Plan. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- Discussion of the Parks and Open Space Master Plan
The City Council held a workshop to discuss the Parks and Open Space Master Plan, receiving feedback from council members and Parks and Recreation Commission members. No formal decisions were made; the plan is still under review pending revisions, including corrections to Hause Park details and ADA compliance considerations.
- Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
- Discussed Parks and Open Space Master Plan; no formal action
- Adjourned meeting (5-0)
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The North St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hold a special meeting on September 17, 2024. The board will consider approving a Request for Proposals for the Margaret Street Commons redevelopment site. No other agenda items are listed.
- Approve Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Margaret Street Commons redevelopment site
City Council
The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2025 budgets for the General Fund, HRA, and EDA, as well as property tax levies. The body will also consider several consent items including general claims and a contract amendment for Amcon Construction.
- Preliminary 2025 City General Fund, HRA, and EDA Budgets & Property Tax Levies
- General Claims totaling $1,658,996.50
- HRA Claims totaling $15,659.00
- Amended Contract for Development with Amcon Construction
- Setting a public hearing date for October 15, 2024, regarding special assessments for unpaid city bills
Economic Development Authority
The North St. Paul Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on September 10, 2024, at 4:00 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The agenda includes procedural items such as adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and a public comment period, followed by discussion and potential action on downtown design manual budget impacts and the facade improvement program.
- Downtown Design Manual CIP Item & Budget Impacts
- Facade Improvement Program
The EDA reached consensus to fund the $60,000 Downtown Design Manual update, moving it from the general fund to the EDA budget. They also reviewed a draft Façade Improvement Program with $200,000 total funding, and agreed that staff will review applications and recommend approvals to the EDA. No formal votes were taken on these items; decisions were by consensus.
- Consensus to fund Downtown Design Manual update at $60,000 from EDA budget
- Consensus that staff will review Façade Improvement Program applications and recommend to EDA
- Approved agenda (6-0)
- Approved June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 5:11 PM (6-0)
Planning Commission
The North St. Paul Planning Commission will meet on September 5, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a discussion regarding the Request for Proposal for the Margaret Street Commons project.
- Approval of August 1, 2024 Meeting Minutes
- Discuss Margaret Street Commons RFP
- Open Forum for public comments (3 minutes per person)
The Planning Commission held a discussion-only review of a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Margaret Street Commons site, a vacant property across from City Hall. No formal action was taken on the RFP; the commission offered suggestions for improving the document, such as clarifying the storm sewer line and easement on maps. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the August 1, 2024 minutes, both unanimously.
- Adopted September 5, 2024 agenda (7-0)
- Approved August 1, 2024 minutes with correction (7-0)
- Discussed Margaret Street Commons RFP; no action taken
Arts & Culture Commission
The North St. Paul Arts & Culture Commission will consider appointing a new commissioner, review the 2025 events budget, and discuss the Fall Round Up Parade and other program updates. The meeting includes public open forum time, staff budget updates, and reports from commissioners and the council liaison.
- Arts and Culture Commission appointment
- 2025 events budget discussion
- Fall Round Up Parade planning
- Snowy Trading Cards project update
- Sub‑committee updates
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the 2025 budget and certified levy. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.
- 2025 Budget - Levy Budgets - Certified Levy Discussion
The City Council reviewed the proposed 2025 budget and levy, with Finance Director Dan Winek presenting a maximum levy increase of 9.88%. Council members reached a general consensus to support this proposed levy, though final approval is scheduled for December 17, 2024. No formal decisions were made at this workshop meeting.
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:14 p.m. (5-0)
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will consider a report on estimates and authorize final design for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Project (City Project 25-01). The meeting also includes a discussion with the Office of the State Auditor and a closed‑session on city labor‑negotiation strategy. Consent agenda items cover routine workshop and meeting minutes and several claim payments totaling $781,835.78.
- Authorize final design for 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Project (City Project 25-01)
- Discussion with Office of the State Auditor (OSA) and City Attorney
- Closed‑session to discuss labor negotiation strategy with multiple unions
- Consent agenda: General Claims $780,163.34
- Consent agenda: HRA Claims $1,443.44 and EDA Claims $1,228.00
The City Council approved the WSB Professional Services Proposal for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Project (City Project 25-01) with a 5-0 vote, authorizing final design work. The council also approved the consent agenda, including claims totaling $782,834.78, and discussed an Office of the State Auditor report on spending practices, which the city attorney said is closed. A closed session was held to discuss labor negotiation strategy with multiple unions.
- Approved WSB Professional Services Proposal for 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Project (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including claims of $780,163.34 (general), $1,443.44 (HRA), and $1,228.00 (EDA) (5-0)
- Approved agenda as submitted (5-0)
- Recessed to HRA meeting and reconvened (5-0)
- Recessed to closed session for labor negotiations (5-0)
General
The North St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hold a special meeting to vote on selling a student-built house at 2170 Eldridge Ave E. The meeting follows the City Council session and will take place in City Council Chambers at City Hall.
- Approval of sale of student-built house at 2170 Eldridge Ave E
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the sale of the student-built house at 2170 Eldridge Ave E for $479,000. The motion passed 5-0, and the city attorney will review final documents before closing. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved sale of student-built house at 2170 Eldridge Ave E for $479,000 (5-0)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss the 2025 budget, specifically focusing on levy budgets.
- 2025 Budget Discussion - Levy Budgets
The City Council held a workshop to review proposed 2025 budgets for community development, recreation, HRA, EDA, and police. No formal decisions were made; discussions included a 15% increase in community development due to personnel, a recommendation to fund the downtown design manual through the EDA, and police staffing requests. The meeting was procedural, with no votes on budget items.
- Approved agenda as submitted (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:22 p.m. (4-0)
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The North St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider approving a Joint Powers Agreement for the 2024‑2025 Student Built Home Program. The agreement would involve collaboration between the authority and partner entities to support student‑built housing. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.
- Approve 2024-2025 Joint Powers Agreement for Student Built Home Program
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the 2024-2025 Joint Powers Agreement with ISD 916 for the Student Built Home Program, continuing a partnership since 2004. The motion passed 3-0 with all present members voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved 2024-2025 Joint Powers Agreement for Student Built Home Program (3-0)
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will meet to discuss the budget and receive updates from HGA and Public Works. The body is scheduled to consider the approval of the Park and Open Space Master Plan.
- Approval of Park and Open Space Master Plan
- Budget discussion
- HGA updates with Tryg Hansen
- Public Works updates
Economic Development Authority
The North St. Paul Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss the Downtown Design Manual Capital Improvement Plan and budget impacts, as well as the Facade Improvement Program. The meeting will be held at City Hall on August 22, 2024.
- Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Downtown Design Manual CIP Item & Budget Impacts
- Facade Improvement Program discussion
- EDA Project Updates
- Staff and member updates
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss park fees and the 2025 budget, including levy budgets. This is a discussion-only session with no formal decisions expected.
- Park Fees Dedication Discussion
- 2025 Budget Discussion - Levy Budgets
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will meet on August 20, 2024, to conduct routine business including adopting minutes, approving claims totaling $1,728,355.61, and voting on several action items. The meeting will also include a public hearing on vacating easements at 2329 17th Ave East.
- Approve Ordinance No. 832 amending special event permit fees
- Approve Conditional Use Permit for Special Infill Housing at 2007 6th Street North
- Approve Lot Setback Variance Request at 2007 6th Street North
- Authorize RFP for Community Multicultural Outreach Center Feasibility Study
- Approve Updated Fence Ordinance
Arts & Culture Commission
The Arts & Culture Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 7, 2024 at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, 2400 Margaret St., North St. Paul. The public may listen via Zoom or phone but will be muted except during a public hearing or open forum. The agenda includes adopting minutes, a public forum, and discussions on 2025 preliminary events, projects, budget ideas, and 2024 budget updates.
- Review of preliminary events, projects, and budget ideas for 2025
- 2024 budget updates from staff
- Public forum for residents to address the commission (3-minute limit per person)
- Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding housing at 2007 6th Street North. The body will also discuss a Request for Proposals for the Margaret Street Commons Redevelopment Site.
- Conditional Use Permit for Special Infill Housing at 2007 6th Street North
- Setback Variance for Student Built Home at 2007 6th Street North
- Request for Proposals (RFP) for Margaret Street Commons Redevelopment Site
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will meet on July 30, 2024, to conduct routine business including adopting the agenda, approving claims totaling $1,564,534.70, and discussing a community center RFP. Key action items include awarding a contract for the 2024 crack sealing project and initiating 2025 budget discussions.
- Award Contract - 2024 Crack Sealing Project
- 2025 Budget Discussion - Levy Budgets
- General Claims $1,550,643.07
- HRA Claims $13,891.63
- Community Center RFP Discussion
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the budget and consider approval of the Park and Open Space Master Plan. The agenda also includes public comment, staff updates on public works and HGA park planning, and approval of the June 26 meeting minutes.
- Budget discussion
- Park and Open Space Master Plan approval
- Public comment period (3 minutes per person)
- Public Works updates
- HGA Park Planning updates
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss facility assessments and pavement management. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda includes only these discussion topics and routine procedural items.
- Discussion on facility assessment
- Discussion on pavement management
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will hold its regular meeting on July 16, 2024, addressing several action items including a rezoning ordinance, a final plat for Delaware Place, an agreement extension for Tennis Sanitation, and a resolution to decline state and federal grants for the community center. They will also consider authorizing an RFP for a community center feasibility study, an MS4 ordinance amendment, and accepting the McKnight Watermain Improvements project with final payment. The consent agenda includes claims totaling $1,704,130.31 and various permits and reports.
- Ordinance rezoning property
- Delaware Place final plat, PUD, stormwater agreement, and development contract
- Tennis Sanitation LLC agreement extension through August 31, 2026
- Resolution to not accept state and federal grants for North St. Paul Community Center
- General claims $1,704,130.31
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to review the Delaware Place development. The agenda includes a recommendation for approval of the Delaware Place Final Plat and the Final Planned Unit Development (PUD).
- Delaware Place Final Plat approval recommendation
- Delaware Place Final Planned Unit Development (PUD) approval recommendation
Arts & Culture Commission
The Commission will review the 2025 draft of project ideas and budget proposals list. Staff reports are scheduled regarding event sign-ups and the 2024 budget.
- Review of 2025 Draft Project Ideas and Budget Proposals List
- Staff report on 2024 Budget
- Staff report on Events Sign-up
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss future actions regarding the Community Center. This is a workshop session intended for discussion rather than final voting.
- Community Center - Next Steps
City Council
The City Council will meet to review the agenda and approve various claims. Action is requested regarding a professional services proposal for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Project.
- General Claims totaling $1,030,824.88
- HRA Claims totaling $15,026.76
- Special Event Permit for Neumann's Vintage Speakeasy Inc.
- 2025 Street and Utility Improvements Project (City Project CP 25-01) professional services proposal
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the minutes from May and June meetings. Business items include a bench at Southwood and park assignments.
- Bench at Southwood
- Park Assignments
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the next steps for the Community Center. The discussion includes potential state grant opportunities.
- Community Center - Next Steps / State Grant Discussions
City Council
The City Council will review a development proposal for 2393 Margaret St. and present the winner of a utility box art competition. The consent agenda includes various claims, license renewals, and surplus declarations.
- Development Proposal: 2393 Margaret St.
- General Claims: $1,156,825.88
- HRA Claims: $8,956.17
- Utility Box Art Competition winner presentation
- Declaration of Surplus - Fire Department
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special workshop meeting to discuss the Park and Open Space Master Plan. This is a discussion-based session rather than a formal decision-making meeting.
- Discussion on Park and Open Space Master Plan
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will meet to review its budget and staffing levels. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Facade Improvement Program and various project updates.
- EDA Budget & Staffing discussion
- Facade Improvement Program discussion
- EDA Project Updates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a workshop discussion focused on introductions and goal setting. No public hearings or other action items are listed on the agenda.
- Workshop Discussion: Introductions & Goal Setting
Arts & Culture Commission
The commission will review updates from sub-committees and the Peachjar platform. Staff will also provide a budget update for June 2024 and present budget and project proposals for 2025.
- Peachjar Platform discussion
- June 2024 Budget Update
- 2025 Budget and Project Proposals
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss project updates regarding Kohlman Creek. The meeting also includes discussion on next steps for the Community Center.
- Kohlman Creek Flood Reduction Feasibility Study and Flood Preparedness update
- Community Center next steps
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will meet on June 4, 2024, to conduct regular business. Action items include approving the final payment for 2022 Street & Utility Improvement Projects.
- Final payment for 2022 Street & Utility Improvement Projects (City Project Nos. 22-02 / 22-03 / 22-04)
- $502,288.66 in General Claims
- $12,999.14 in HRA Claims
- 2024 Tobacco Sale License Renewals
Parks & Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to consider the Park and Open Space Master Plan for approval. The commission will also review the 2024 and 2025 Event Calendars.
- Park and Open Space Master Plan Approval
- 2024 and 2025 Event Calendars
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review the 2023 Financial Report. The review involves the city's audit firm, Malloy, Montague, Karnowski, Radosevich & Co. P.A.
- Review of the 2023 Financial Report with MMKR
City Council
The City Council will consider several items in the consent agenda, including the 2023 Financial Report and various claims. The meeting also includes a Memorial Day proclamation. No specific action items were listed under city business.
- Acceptance of the 2023 Financial Report
- General claims totaling $1,326,374.03
- Encroachment Agreement at 1954 6th St N
- Resolution accepting a Snowy Statue donation from Premier Bank
- Appointments to the Economic Development Authority
City Council
The City Council will review a rezoning and preliminary plat for Delaware Place at 2329 17th Avenue. The meeting also includes an oath of office for Police Chief Raymond Rozales and a contract with HGA for park planning services.
- Oath of Office - Chief of Police Raymond Rozales
- Delaware Place (2329 17th Avenue) rezoning from R-1 to R-2
- Delaware Place (2329 17th Avenue) preliminary plat and PUD
- Contract with HGA for Park Planning and Design Services
- General Claims totaling $1,500,030.38
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding an amendment to the zoning ordinance for fences. The commission will also review the Delaware Place project at 2329 17th Avenue, which includes rezoning, a preliminary plat, and a planned unit development.
- Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance - Fences
- Delaware Place (2329 17th Avenue) rezoning from R-1 to R-2
- Preliminary Plat for Delaware Place
- Planned Unit Development for Delaware Place
Arts & Culture Commission
The commission will review previous minutes and receive updates from sub-committees. Staff reports include a budget update for May 2024 and information regarding an event planner.
- Sub-committee updates
- T-shirt order
- May 2024 budget update
- Event planner 2024 report
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will review the Park and Open Space Master Plan and discuss consultant selection for park planning design services. The meeting also includes a discussion on park cleanup and a public works update.
- Park and Open Space Master Plan
- Park Planning Design Services - Consultant Selection
- Park Cleanup Discussion
- Public Works Update-March and April 2024
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss budget and staffing matters. The agenda also includes the Facade Improvement Program and various project updates.
- EDA Budget & Staffing discussion
- Facade Improvement Program discussion
- EDA Project Updates
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss student-built house projects and the upcoming 2025 budget. This includes an update on 2170 Eldridge and a presentation regarding 916 Student Built House selections.
- Update on 2170 Eldridge Student Built House
- Century College Design Students Presentation on 916 Student Built House Selections
- 2025 Pre-Budget Workshop
City Council
The City Council will review the 2024 Pavement Management Project (City Project No. 24-01) to receive bids and award a contract. The consent agenda includes general and HRA claims, as well as property conveyance and artist agreements.
- 2024 Pavement Management Project (City Project No. 24-01) bid and contract award
- $1,110,998.77 in General Claims
- $3,153.69 in HRA Claims
- Berwald Property Conveyance corrective deed and resolution
- Resolution Approving Artist Agreements for Project Snowy
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet on April 4, 2024, to conduct regular business. The meeting includes a workshop discussion regarding the continuation of previous discussions on fence regulations.
- Workshop discussion: Fence Regulations
Arts & Culture Commission
The commission will meet to approve previous minutes and receive updates from sub-committees. Staff will also provide reports regarding the 2024 budget and 2024 events.
- Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes
- 2024 Budget Update
- 2024 Event Update
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss next steps for the Community Center. The agenda also includes a presentation by Pang Yang regarding the Ramsey County Public Library.
- Community Center - Next Steps
- Presentation by Pang Yang - Ramsey County Public Library
- Community Center - Draft Request for Interest
City Council
The City Council will process several consent agenda items, including various claims and permits. No new business action items are scheduled for this meeting. Presentations include an Arbor Day proclamation and a recognition of the Police Chief.
- General Claims totaling $1,301,306.63
- HRA Claims totaling $1,407.96
- Contract with Torque Utilities for 2024 Underground Directional Bore
- Special Event Permits for Wilderness Inquiry and Rotary Club
- Resolutions accepting donations from Rotary Club and ISD-622
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will hold a special meeting to elect 2024 officers and amend membership. The board will also discuss the Facade Improvement Program and review the 2023 Treasurer's Report.
- Election of 2024 Officers
- Amending the Membership of the Economic Development Authority
- Facade Improvement Program discussion
- Review of 2023 Treasurer's Report
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss the Community Center. This session is scheduled for March 19, 2024, at 5:15 p.m.
- Community Center discussion
City Council
The City Council will consider bids for the Hause Park Court Reconstruction Project and review development contracts at 17th Avenue and Delaware. The agenda also includes property conveyance for Margaret Street Commons and approval of city claims.
- Bids and contract award for Hause Park Court Reconstruction Project
- Development contracts for 17th Avenue and Delaware
- Final plat and property conveyance for Margaret Street Commons
- General claims totaling $2,766,324.31
- Encroachment agreement for the Taco Bell site
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet on March 19, 2024. The agenda includes a recommendation regarding the Final Plat for Margaret Street Commons.
- Margaret Street Commons - Final Plat
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council is holding a special workshop meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the Community Center.
- Community Center discussion
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop discussion concerning fence regulations. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 4, 2024, meeting.
- Workshop discussion on fence regulations
Arts & Culture Commission
The commission will review updates from its sub-committees regarding upcoming projects. Staff will also provide a recap of the 2024 budget and the annual event calendar.
- Project Snowy budget discussion and recommendation
- Autumn Arts Festival recommendations
- 2024 Budget Recap
- 2024 Event Calendar for ACC
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will conduct elections for Chair and Co-Chair. Staff will provide reports on the Park and Open Space Master Plan, park planning design services, and a park rental policy update.
- Chair and Co-Chair elections
- Park and Open Space Master Plan report
- Park Planning Design Services report
- Park Rental Policy Update report
- 2024 PRC Calendar report
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will hold a special workshop meeting to discuss 2024 priorities and goals. No packet materials were provided for this discussion.
- Discussion on 2024 Priorities and Goals
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting on February 20, 2024. The discussion includes an update regarding the Electric Department.
- Electric Department Update
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a resolution to increase the 2024 budget and police staffing. Action items include bidding for sidewalk improvements and pavement management projects.
- Resolution to increase 2024 Budget and Police Department complement by 1 FTE
- General Claims totaling $1,523,116.66
- Purchase of Fire Department Pumper with Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc.
- 11th Avenue Sidewalk Improvements (City Project No. 24-02) bid advertisement
- 2024 Pavement Management Project (City Project No. 24-01) bid advertisement
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
The North St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet on February 20, 2024. The meeting includes a closed session to consider the City's possible purchase of property for a future student-built home.
- Closed session regarding potential property purchase for a student-built home site
Arts & Culture Commission
The commission will review updates and proposals related to the Autumn Arts Festival and Art Night. The meeting also includes a discussion of Paint Night survey results and a bylaw update regarding the Student Commissioner section. Staff will provide a 2024 budget recap.
- Autumn Arts Festival sub-committee updates
- Autumn Arts Festival proposals
- Art Night proposals
- Paint Night survey results
- Bylaw update to Student Commissioner section
General
The Arts & Culture Commission is holding a special workshop retreat. The session will feature a facilitated group discussion about culture in the city.
- Facilitated Group Workshop on Culture in North St. Paul
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several topics. Discussion items include the Ramsey County McKnight Road Mill and Overlay Project and a potential partnership with the State of Minnesota BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit.
- Ramsey County 2024 McKnight Road Mill and Overlay Project
- Joint Powers Agreement for partnership with State of Minnesota BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including budget amendments and municipal fee updates. The agenda includes a consent agenda covering claims, licenses, and various city purchases.
- General Claims totaling $4,625,783.39
- HRA Claims of $15,953.00
- Ordinance to amend the 2024 Municipal Fee and Utility Rate Schedule
- Purchase of 96 - 25S electric meters for Lillie Redevelopment
- Budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2023
Parks & Recreation Commission
The commission will conduct business regarding the Park and Open Space Master Plan and park planning design services. The meeting also includes an official welcome for new commissioners and elections for chair and co-chair positions.
- Official welcome of David Andren and Ben Hansen
- Chair and Co-Chair election
- Park and Open Space Master Plan discussion
- Park Planning Design Services discussion
- Park Rental Policy Update
City Council
The North St. Paul City Council will hold a workshop meeting to discuss several items. Topics include a presentation by Andrus Built, an amendment to the fee schedule, and an EDA discussion.
- Presentation from Andrus Built
- Fee schedule amendment
- EDA discussion
City Council
The City Council will consider a development proposal for 2329 17th Avenue E. and an agreement regarding Fire Relief Association benefit increases. The meeting also includes annual reports from the Park and Recreation Commission and the Art and Culture Commission.
- Development proposal for 2329 17th Avenue E.
- Fire Relief Funding/Benefit Increase Agreement
- Fire Relief Association Pension Increase
- General Claims totaling $1,637,490.74
- HRA Claims totaling $20,843.35
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will hold its regular meeting on January 9, 2024. The agenda includes the election of 2024 officers and a discussion regarding the Facade Improvement Program.
- Election of 2024 Officers
- Facade Improvement Program discussion
- Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
- January 2024 Treasurer's Report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold an election for Chair and Vice-Chair. The commission will also consider various proposals regarding the 17th and Delaware property.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Presentation: 17th and Delaware: High Pointe
- Presentation: 17th and Delaware: K&T and Andrus
- Consideration of proposals for 17th and Delaware Property
Arts & Culture Commission
The Commission will conduct an election of officers and review the results of an Arts and Culture Survey. The meeting also includes updates from sub-committees and discussions regarding 2024 events and budget.
- Election of Officers
- Results of Arts and Culture Survey
- Sub-Committee Assignments
- 2024 Events and Budget
City Council
The City Council will review several items including the History Cruzers car show and annual resolutions. Action items include a property conveyance for the Berwald property.
- $591,116.30 in General Claims
- $351.72 in HRA Claims
- History Cruzers memorandum of understanding for 2024 show operations
- Replacement of meter reading equipment at the water tower
- Berwald property conveyance