Winona public meetings in 2022
37 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Winona City Council will consider a range of items including tax increment financing amendments for WinCraft, awarding a contract for the Bluffs Traverse trail project, and several agreements and ordinances. The agenda also includes routine items such as reappointments, liquor licenses, and consent agenda approvals.
- WinCraft TIF No. 6 amendments (two resolutions)
- Bluffs Traverse Project Phase 1 and 2 contractor award
- Masonic Temple HVAC project change order and bid authorization
- WSU campus parking enforcement agreement and ordinance
- Levee Park dock agreement with Winona State University
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission is meeting to approve minutes from November 28, 2022, and to hold a public hearing on an Interim Use Permit (IUP) for a tourist home at 663 East 6th Street. The agenda includes a recommended motion for the IUP, but no decision is indicated in the agenda text itself.
- Public hearing for Interim Use Permit at 663 East 6th Street
- Approval of minutes from November 28, 2022
The Planning Commission unanimously approved an Interim Use Permit for a tourist home at 663 East 6th Street. The property is limited to a maximum of five renters at one time. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 28, 2022 meeting.
- Approved tourist home IUP for 663 East 6th Street (Unanimous)
- Approved November 28, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting the 2023 property tax levy and budget, as well as the Visit Winona budget. The council will also vote on several contracts, including South Baker Street reconstruction and Bluffs Traverse trail work, and introduce ordinances on stop signs and disorderly premises.
- 2023 proposed property tax levy and budget adoption
- Visit Winona 2023 budget resolution
- Award contract for South Baker Street Reconstruction
- Award Bluffs Traverse Project Phase 1 and 2
- Ordinance on disorderly uses on premises
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from October 24, 2022, and hold a public hearing on an interim use permit for 723 W. 4th Street. The agenda includes review and resolution documents for that permit. No other substantive items are listed.
- Public hearing on interim use permit for 723 W. 4th Street
- Approval of minutes from October 24, 2022
The Planning Commission approved an Interim Use Permit for a non-owner-occupied tourist home at 723 West 4th Street. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from October 24, 2022.
- Approved Interim Use Permit for non-owner-occupied tourist home at 723 West 4th Street (Unanimous)
- Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing on a stormwater management code update and consider several agreements, including renewing police and inspections towing contracts with Borkowski Towing, a DNR permit for timber rattlesnake removal, a right-of-entry agreement with the Army Corps of Engineers, and reductions to the 2023 transit budget. The council will also certify completion of the Well No. 14 maintenance project and handle routine items like minutes and a handicapped parking ordinance.
- Public hearing on Stormwater Management Code Update (Ordinance Ch. 68)
- Renew Police Towing Agreement with Borkowski Towing
- Agreement with Borkowski Towing for Inspections Department
- Minnesota DNR Special Permit to take Timber Rattlesnake
- Reductions in 2023 Winona Transit Budget
Recessed Meeting
This is a recessed meeting of the Winona City Council, held to finish business from a prior session. The only substantive item is certifying the official results of the November 8, 2022 city general election. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items with no listed action.
- Certify Abstract of Votes Polled for the City General Election held November 8, 2022
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold public hearings and consider several contracts and resolutions, including wastewater treatment plant upgrades, South Baker Street reconstruction, and certification of the general election results. The agenda also includes requests for special events, a handicapped parking ordinance, and various administrative agreements.
- Public hearing on hazardous building at 907 East Sixth Street
- Award contract for Wastewater Treatment Plant Preliminary Treatment Building Upgrades
- Proposed 2023 South Baker Street Reconstruction
- Set meeting to certify City General Election results on November 10, 2022
- Ordinance to increase liquor license fees (consent agenda)
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission meets to approve prior minutes, take up a tabled interim use permit for a tourist home at 712 Grand Street, and handle other business. The main substantive item is the tabled 712 Grand Street permit, with supporting documents attached for review.
- Tabled item: 712 Grand Street Tourist Home Interim Use Permit (IUP)
- Approval of minutes from October 10, 2022
- Other business and adjournment
The Planning Commission approved an Interim Use Permit for a short-term rental (tourist home) at 712 Grand Street, with a maximum occupancy of five people. The applicant, Megan Peterson, will use the property part-time and her father will serve as the local representative. One neighbor voiced concerns about potential nuisances, but the commission found the application met all requirements.
- Approved minutes from October 10, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved Interim Use Permit for tourist home at 712 Grand Street (motion carried; Commissioner Hall abstained)
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold public hearings on proposed 2023 liquor license fees, levy assessments for the 2022 sidewalk replacement and miscellaneous utilities projects, and the proposed 2023 South Baker Street reconstruction project. The council will also consider appointments, a no-parking zone on East Sanborn Street, health/dental/ancillary benefits, transit policy updates, a fire engine purchase, a plat for Winona Mall, and additional bituminous pavement expense.
- Public hearing on proposed 2023 liquor license fees
- Public hearing on levy assessments for 2022 sidewalk replacement project
- Public hearing on levy assessments for 2022 miscellaneous utilities project
- Public hearing on proposed 2023 South Baker Street reconstruction project
- Request for no parking zone on East Sanborn Street
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from September 26, 2022, and hold two public hearings: one for an interim use permit for a tourist home at 712 Grand Street, and one for the final plat of the Winona Mall Second Subdivision. The agenda also includes other business and adjournment.
- Public hearing: 712 Grand Street Tourist Home Interim Use Permit
- Public hearing: Winona Mall Second Subdivision Final Plat
- Approval of minutes from September 26, 2022
The Planning Commission tabled a tourist home interim use permit for 712 Grand Street after neighbors voiced concerns about management, parking, and neighborhood character. The commission wants the applicant to be present before making a decision. Separately, the commission unanimously approved the final plat for the Winona Mall subdivision to create a separate lot for re-use of the eastern portion of the building.
- Tabled 712 Grand Street tourist home IUP until applicant can appear (unanimous)
- Approved Winona Mall subdivision final plat (unanimous)
- Approved September 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a financial management policy, allocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, and changes to transit routes. They will also hold a public hearing on equipment certificates bonds and introduce ordinances related to parking and disorderly premises.
- Public hearing for City Equipment Certificates (501(c)(3) bonds)
- Approve ARPA grant allocation
- Approve Winona Transit route changes
- Introduce ordinance for no parking/bus zones on Main Street
- Adopt Financial Management Policy
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a land disturbance activity permit application from Cada, review and potentially approve the final 2023 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), and approve minutes from the September 12 meeting. The meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2022, at 4:30 PM in City Council Chambers.
- Public hearing on Cada Land Disturbance Activity Permit Application
- Final review of 2023 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
- Planning Commission Resolution 22-4 for CIP approval
- Approval of minutes from September 12, 2022
The Winona Planning Commission unanimously approved the 2023 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as an advisory recommendation to the City Council. They also approved a land disturbance permit for the Cada property, allowing removal of invasive species and native replanting near a creek. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved 2023 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) unanimously as advisory to City Council
- Approved Cada Land Disturbance Activity Permit unanimously for invasive species removal and native replanting
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold public hearings and consider resolutions on unpaid charge assessments, then address several requests including block parties, a handicapped parking ordinance, and a 4-H license agreement. New business includes introducing a 2023 fee ordinance, moving polling sites for Ward 2 precincts 1 and 3, and multiple resolutions related to the 2022 sidewalk and utility assessments. The council will also review the South Baker Street reconstruction project and decide on salary increases for the mayor and council.
- Public hearing to levy assessments for unpaid charges
- Introduce ordinance to add handicapped parking on Mankato Avenue
- Introduce proposed fee ordinance for 2023
- Move polling sites for Ward 2/Precincts 1 and 3
- Resolutions ordering assessments for 2022 sidewalk replacement and miscellaneous utilities
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, hold a public hearing on an interim use permit for a tourist home at 162 Mankato Avenue, and discuss the Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting includes a public hearing and a discussion item, with no other major actions listed.
- Public hearing for interim use permit (IUP) at 162 Mankato Avenue
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan update
- Approval of minutes from August 22, 2022
The Planning Commission approved a non-owner occupied tourist home at 162 Mankato Avenue. The applicants, Celeste and Sam Liesch, noted they live nearby and that Winona has a shortage of short-term rentals. The commission also discussed the Comprehensive Plan Update, focusing on housing choice, land use flexibility, and potential changes to zoning designations.
- Approved tourist home conditional use permit for 162 Mankato Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from August 22, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council will consider adopting the proposed 2023 budget and tax levy, along with several other items including liquor license fee increases, a transit grant application, and a public comment policy. The agenda also includes multiple requests for temporary liquor licenses, street closures, and sign approvals.
- Proposed 2023 budget and tax levy resolution
- Public hearing on liquor license fee increases
- Transit grant application for bus replacements
- Temporary wine and malt liquor licenses for Hurry Back Productions
- License agreement for Mid West Music Fest
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission is meeting to review the 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update. They will also approve the minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes no public hearings or specific action items beyond these reviews and discussions.
- Review of 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
- Discussion on Comprehensive Plan Update
- Approval of minutes from July 25, 2022
The Planning Commission reviewed the draft 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) covering expenditures for airport, central garage, city hall, community development, engineering, fire department, library, parks and recreation, port authority, sanitary sewer, street resurfacing, and watermains. No formal action was taken on the CIP; the item was informational only. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting and discussed the Comprehensive Plan Update, with staff to bring another update at the next meeting.
- Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 (unanimous)
- Reviewed 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Program (no motion required)
- Discussed Comprehensive Plan Update (no action taken)
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to handle a long list of routine requests, including temporary liquor licenses, street closures for events, and appointments. They will also consider setting a public hearing for unpaid charge assessments and an American Rescue Plan funding request. Most items are recommended for approval without discussion.
- Appointment to the Human Rights Commission
- Temporary wine and malt liquor licenses for Winona Arts Center, Polish Cultural Institute, and Recreation Alliance
- Street closure requests for Second Street, WSU game day, Park Lane, Peter's Biergarten, Howard Street, and Bandshell parking lot
- Bus parking request from Riverway Learning Community on Storr Pond Rd
- Set date for public hearing on assessments for unpaid charges
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold required public hearings and consider several requests, including docking, licenses, and event permits. New business includes renewing a transit agreement with Winona State University, service agreements for Bluffside Park trails, and accepting state Legacy grants for the Bluff Traverse Project phases one and two. The consent agenda includes rezoning, no-parking zones, and claims against the city.
- Golden Rule docking request
- Massage therapy license for Lijie Ma
- Airport FBO lease fees resolution
- Winona State University transit service agreement renewal
- State Legacy grants for Bluff Traverse Project phases one and two
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve the June 27, 2022 minutes and hold a public hearing on proposed exemptions for invasive species removal in Blufflands, NSA, and Shorelands. The agenda also includes other business and adjournment.
- Public hearing on exemption for invasive species removal in Blufflands, NSA, and Shorelands
- Approval of minutes from June 27, 2022
The Winona Planning Commission voted 6-1 to approve proposed city code changes creating a $100 management plan process for invasive species removal in blufflands, natural state areas, and shorelands, and recommended approval to the City Council. The changes aim to provide a simpler alternative to the existing $225 land disturbance permit for smaller-scale removal projects. Commissioner Schollmeier dissented, citing concerns about the review process not specifically naming the Natural Resources Sustainability Coordinator.
- Approved code changes for invasive species removal management plans (6-1)
- Recommended approval to City Council for the proposed ordinance
- Approved minutes of June 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing and consider introducing an ordinance to rezone 1200 Storr's Pond Road from Limited Industrial to Residential Suburban District. The council will also act on several licenses, agreements, and appointments, including a scooter-sharing agreement with Bird Rides and a request to close part of Kansas Street.
- Rezoning 1200 Storr's Pond Road from Limited Industrial to Residential Suburban District
- License agreement with Bird Rides for scooter sharing
- Request to close a portion of Kansas Street
- Temporary wine and malt liquor licenses for Minnesota Marine Art Museum
- Waive sidewalk assessment for USPS
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold public hearings on a comprehensive plan amendment for 1200 Storr's Pond Road and on the Community Center – Public Safety Building project. They will also consider awarding a contract for the 2022 sidewalk project, introducing liquor code amendments, and approving various appointments and consent agenda items.
- Comprehensive plan amendment for 1200 Storr's Pond Road from Limited Industrial to Semi-Public/Institutional/Education
- Public input on Community Center – Public Safety Building project
- Award contract for 2022 Sidewalk Project
- Amendments to the Liquor Chapter of the Winona City Code
- Appointment of election judges for 2022 primary and general elections
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission voted unanimously to forward proposed amendments that would allow administrative review for invasive species and noxious weed removal in blufflands, shorelands, and NSA areas to a public hearing. The amendments aim to streamline the permit process while maintaining oversight for more complex projects. No final decision was made; the public hearing will be held at a future date.
- Approved minutes from June 13, 2022 (unanimous)
- Forwarded invasive species removal exemption amendments to public hearing (unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to act on a series of routine items, including liquor license renewals, temporary liquor licenses, street closure requests, parking ordinance changes, and several agreements. They will also consider a transit grant application, accept completion of the West Lake Boulevard Bridge project, and review a bandshell renovation funding request. Most items are recommended for approval, with parking changes introduced as ordinances.
- Liquor license renewals for Hei and Low Tap, Rivers Hotel Company, Westgate Lanes, and Winona Golf & Dining, contingent on liability insurance
- Temporary wine and malt liquor licenses for Minnesota Marine Art Museum
- Street closure requests for Poot's Tavern (Carimona Street), WSU Homecoming parade, and Wincraft picnic (Lake Park Drive)
- Parking ordinance changes near Madison and Central elementary schools, plus 15-minute parking on Mankato Avenue
- Transit grant application and West Lake Boulevard Bridge project final acceptance
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission unanimously approved a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment changing the land use designation of 1200 Storr's Pond Road from Limited Industrial to Semi-Public/Institutional/Education, and a corresponding rezoning from I-1 to R-S, to allow Minnesota State College Southeast to lease the property to Riverway Learning Center for K-12 use. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting. No public comments were made at the hearings.
- Approved Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment for 1200 Storr's Pond Road (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 1200 Storr's Pond Road from I-1 to R-S (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of May 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022 Sidewalk Replacement Project and preliminary assessment roll, with a resolution for adoption. The council will also consider renewing liquor licenses, approving a license agreement for the Boats & Bluegrass event, and accepting a DNR urban forest grant. Other items include setting a public hearing for the Community Center – Public Safety Building project and receiving the 2021 financial reports.
- Public hearing on 2022 Sidewalk Replacement Project and preliminary assessment roll
- Club, wine, and off-sale liquor license renewals for 2022
- License agreement for Boats & Bluegrass event
- Off-site gambling permit for Winona Eagles Club
- DNR EAB Urban Forest Grant acceptance
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to consider several items, including the 2022 sidewalk replacement project, which involves a feasibility report and resolution ordering a hearing. The council will also discuss a request from MnDOT for a master partnership contract, a proposal to repeal an ordinance by the Fine Arts Commission, and a presentation on a community center and public safety building. Additionally, the council will vote on requests for event permits and an appointment to the Human Rights Commission.
- 2022 Sidewalk Replacement Project - City Manager's Recommendation
- 2022 Sidewalk Replacement Project Feasibility Report and Resolution Ordering Hearing
- MnDOT Request for Master Partnership Contract
- Request of Fine Arts Commission to Repeal Ordinance
- Community Center – Public Safety Building Presentation
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission unanimously approved an Interim Use Permit (IUP) for a tourist home at 417 Huff Street, converting a long-term rental into a short-term rental. The owner, who lives next door, will maintain oversight. No public comments were made during the hearing.
- Approved minutes from March 28, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved IUP for tourist home at 417 Huff Street (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from February 14, 2022, and discuss the Comprehensive Plan update. The agenda includes a discussion item with attachments for the plan update, vision, and appendix, but no formal decisions are listed.
- Approval of minutes from February 14, 2022
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan update with attachments
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed 2022 South Baker Street Reconstruction Project and the implementation of a body-worn camera program for police. The council will also consider several items including reappointments, a co-op closure request, a 15-minute parking stall on 4th Street, temporary liquor licenses, a gambling permit, the comprehensive plan working draft, a senior advocacy grant agreement, a Human Rights Commission membership amendment, a GreenCorps application, a transit contract amendment, Sunday bus fares, a campground schematic design, and a city manager employment agreement.
- Public hearing on proposed 2022 South Baker Street Reconstruction Project
- Public hearing on implementation of Body Worn Camera Program by Police
- Request for 15-minute parking stall on 4th Street
- Temporary wine and malt liquor licenses for Hurry Back Productions
- Contract amendment for Sunday transit service and setting bus fare
City Council
The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing on the wastewater treatment plant facilities plan and consider several licenses and agreements, including for the Mid West Music Fest. They will also discuss the 2022 South Baker Street reconstruction project, including a feasibility report and resolution ordering a hearing, plus a correction to the state aid system. The agenda includes multiple consent items such as minutes, parking ordinances, and two claims against the city.
- Public hearing on Facilities Plan for Wastewater Treatment Plant
- License agreement and temporary liquor licenses for Mid West Music Fest
- Temporary wine and malt liquor license for Cotter Schools
- On-sale intoxicating liquor license application for Muddle Thyme
- 2022 South Baker Street Reconstruction Project – resolution and feasibility report
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to consider a range of routine and policy items, including liquor license approvals, parking ordinance changes, and adoption of the city's arts and cultural strategic plan. Several items are consent-agenda style approvals for permits and events, while others involve new ordinances and resolutions.
- Approve off-sale liquor license for Discount Liquor
- Introduce updated parking ordinances for Main Street and a new no-parking zone on Johnson Street
- Adopt resolution to confirm ward and precinct boundaries for 2022 redistricting
- Adopt resolution supporting DEED Main Street Economic Revitalization Program
- Adopt Winona Arts and Cultural Strategic Plan
Special City Council Meeting
This special meeting is focused on selecting a new city manager. The council will interview a candidate and then consider offering the position to Mr. Ubl, with negotiations for an employment agreement to follow.
- Interview of candidate for city manager
- Appointment of city manager: motion to offer position to Mr. Ubl and negotiate employment agreement
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve the January 24, 2022 minutes and discuss the Comprehensive Plan update. The agenda includes a discussion item with attached documents, but no specific action is listed. Other business and adjournment are also on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from January 24, 2022
- Discussion on Comprehensive Plan update with attachments
The Planning Commission heard presentations on the Comprehensive Plan update, including Phase I engagement results and draft vision and core values statements. No formal decisions were made; the item was for discussion only. The commission also approved the January 24, 2022 minutes unanimously.
- Approved January 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Discussed Comprehensive Plan update; no action taken
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to act on several items, including extending the Boathouse Restaurant lease, renewing property and liability insurance for 2022, approving a plat for the Port Authority Second Subdivision, and authorizing a conceptual design agreement for a new Community Center and Public Safety building. They will also hear reports on the Prairie Island Campground and Anthem Skatepark, and consider a cost-share agreement for prairie restoration and a letter of support for a historic revitalization grant.
- Boathouse Restaurant lease extension and first amendment
- Property and liability insurance renewal for 2022
- Plat review for Port Authority Second Subdivision
- Conceptual design agreement with BKV and ISG for Community Center and Public Safety building
- Prairie restoration cost share agreement
Planning Commission
The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes, hold public hearings on a tourist home interim use permit at 707 West 9th Street and a final plat for the Port Authority Second Subdivision, and discuss other business.
- Public hearing: Interim Use Permit for tourist home at 707 West 9th Street (application USE-246-2022 Hornberg)
- Public hearing: Final plat review for Port Authority Second Subdivision
- Approval of minutes from November 22, 2021 meeting
The Winona Planning Commission unanimously approved an Interim Use Permit for a short-term rental at 707 West 9th Street and approved the Port Authority Second Subdivision plat, which will create a new parcel for potential parking. Both decisions were made after public hearings. The commission also discussed concerns about alley access for a local business, which staff said would be addressed in future site plan review.
- Approved Interim Use Permit for 707 West 9th Street (unanimous)
- Approved Port Authority Second Subdivision Plat (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from November 22, 2021 (unanimous)
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to discuss and act on several items, including an updated parking ordinance for Main Street, a lease extension for Wesley United Methodist Church parking lots, a pay equity implementation report, an agreement with WSU Nursing and Health Science Programs, and options for appointing a city manager. The agenda also includes reports from the Anthem Skatepark and Winona Area Youth Hockey Association, and a consent agenda with an annexation ordinance.
- Introduction of ordinance updating no parking, bus stop, and handicapped parking on Main Street
- Resolution to extend Wesley United Methodist Church parking lots lease
- Resolution on pay equity implementation report
- Agreement with WSU Nursing and Health Science Programs (term Jan 10 to Dec 3, 2022)
- Discussion on city manager appointment options
City Council
The Winona City Council is meeting to introduce an ordinance for the Sonnek & Nelson annexation, approve temporary liquor licenses for Hurry Back Productions, and consider several resolutions including new MnDOT limited use permits, a workers' compensation plan renewal for city volunteers, and a police union memorandum of understanding. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with minutes and a city claim.
- Public hearing and ordinance introduction for Sonnek & Nelson annexation
- Temporary wine and malt liquor licenses for Hurry Back Productions
- MnDOT Limited Use Permits No. 8503-0049 and No. 8503-0050
- 2022 Workers' Compensation and Accident Plan renewal for city volunteers
- Police Officers LELS Local #75 2021-2022 MOU on assignment pay