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Winona public meetings in 2024

43 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 17, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Public hearing on rezoning Main Square West from R‑3 to MU‑DC

The Winona Planning Commission will approve the December 9, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hold public hearings on the city’s enforcement and Board of Adjustment variance timeline and on a rezoning request to change Main Square West from R‑3 to MU‑DC.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves MU-DC rezoning for 100+ unit mixed-use project

The Winona Planning Commission unanimously approved a rezoning of a block from R-3 to MU-DC, except for 164 West 5th Street, to allow a mixed-use development with about 100 apartments and commercial space. The commission also unanimously approved code amendments to enforcement provisions and variance timelines. No other substantive decisions were made.

City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Dec 16, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to consider introducing the Winona Housing Trust Fund ordinance

The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce the Housing Trust Fund ordinance. It will also consider temporary on‑sale liquor licenses for the Winona Arts Center and the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, set a hearing date for an easement vacation request related to the Behrens expansion, and approve a donation for wetland restoration in West Lake Park. Several new‑business items will be acted on, including a cannabis registration ordinance, a workforce housing loan agreement, and a grant application for the No Child Left Inside program.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Dec 9, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Public hearing on the final plat for the King Jefferson Subdivision.

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the final plat of the King Jefferson Subdivision. The commission will also discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding enforcement and the Board of Adjustment variance timeline. Routine items include approving the November 25, 2024 meeting minutes and addressing other business.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Winona City Council to hold hearings on 2025 budget and tax levy

The City Council will hold public hearings to consider the 2025 proposed property tax levy, the city budget, and the Visit Winona budget. The body will also discuss ordinance amendments regarding cannabis zoning, business regulations, and park consumption.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Nov 25, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss accessory dwelling unit regulations

The Winona Planning Commission will meet on November 25, 2024 to consider several agenda items. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the November 12 meeting, discuss proposed accessory dwelling unit regulations using attached documents, and elect officers. The meeting will also address any other business before adjourning.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Nov 18, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

City Council to hold public hearing on private dog parks in rural residential zones

The City Council will consider a text amendment to allow private dog parks in the Rural Residential Zoning District. The body is also reviewing agreements for a wastewater treatment plant microturbine project and an ice park land use agreement.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Recessed Meeting

Council to certify results of the Winona City General Election

The Winona City Council will hold a recessed meeting to certify the recent City General Election results. A motion will be considered to approve the Abstract of Votes for the election held on November 5, 2024. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, public hearings, petitions, unfinished business, committee reports, council concerns, a consent agenda, and adjournment.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will discuss accessory dwelling unit regulations

The Winona Planning Commission meeting on November 12, 2024 will approve the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting and hold a discussion on accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations, including a deed restriction. No specific items are listed under Other Business. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Wenonah Room at City Hall, 207 Lafayette Street.

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Wenonah Room - City Hall
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council will vote on raising liquor‑license fees effective Jan 1 2025

The Winona City Council meeting on Nov 4, 2024 will address several items. Council members will hold a public hearing to consider designating the Lake Park Bandshell as a local historic site and will consider a request for a one‑hour parking sign at 403 Mankato Avenue. They will also act on an ordinance to increase liquor‑license fees beginning Jan 1 2025, reallocate American Rescue Plan Act grant funds for fire needs, and set the date for a recessed meeting to certify the city general election results. Additional items include appointments to the Merit Board, a reappointment to the Citizens Environmental Quality Committee, and various consent‑agenda ordinances.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Oct 28, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Public hearing on zoning for cannabis businesses

The Winona Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on zoning for cannabis businesses, reviewing several related documents. It will also discuss regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The commission will approve the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting and address any other business.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Oct 21, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council will consider lease agreements with the Port Authority for the PDAP project area.

The Winona City Council meeting on October 21, 2024 will address several public‑hearing items, including proposed liquor‑license fees for 2025 and levy assessments for the 2024 W Broadway Street reconstruction, miscellaneous utilities, sidewalk replacement, and an annexation request for Murphy. Council members will also discuss unfinished business on rezoning 1545 Gilmore Avenue and new business items such as lease and use agreements with the Port Authority for the PDAP project area and the adoption of a resolution for the Echostone subdivision. Each agenda item includes a recommended motion for the council to introduce, adopt, or approve the respective ordinance, resolution, or agreement.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Oct 14, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will consider zoning regulations for cannabis businesses

The Winona Planning Commission meeting on Oct. 14, 2024 will approve the September 23, 2024 minutes, hold a public hearing on the Echostone subdivision final plat, and review a Unified Development Code amendment that would permit private dog parks in Rural Residential zones (currently tabled). The commission will also discuss proposed zoning regulations for cannabis businesses. The agenda concludes with other business and adjournment.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

City Council to hold public hearing on rezoning 1545 Gilmore Avenue

The Winona City Council will consider a rezoning request for 1545 Gilmore Avenue from R-1 to MU-N. The body is also reviewing a proposed fee ordinance for 2025 and renewing towing agreements with Borkowski Towing.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Sep 23, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews 2025 Capital Improvement Program

The Winona Planning Commission will meet on September 23, 2024 to consider several agenda items. Items include approving the September 9, 2024 meeting minutes, tabling a Unified Development Code amendment for private dog parks in the Rural Residential zoning district, a final review of the 2025 Capital Improvement Program, and a discussion of zoning for cannabis businesses. The commission will vote on each item as indicated in the agenda.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to postpone a decision and request staff return with the preceding amendments in final draft form to next meeting.
7 yea · 1 nay
Commissioner Buelow yea · Commissioner Jaacks yea · Commissioner Boettcher yea · Commissioner Shortridge yea · Commissioner Schollmeier yea · Commissioner Goblirsch yea · Commissioner Esch yea · Commissioner Hall nay
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on levy assessments for unpaid charges

The Winona City Council will consider a resolution to levy assessments for unpaid charges. It will also vote on several temporary on‑sale liquor licenses, street‑closure requests, and health‑insurance recommendations for 2025. Additional items include a directive on mayor and council salary changes and resolutions related to utility and sidewalk assessments.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Sep 9, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Public hearing on rezoning 1545 Gilmore Ave from R‑1 to MU‑N

The Winona Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning the property at 1545 Gilmore Avenue from single‑family (R‑1) to mixed‑use (MU‑N). The commission will also review the 2025‑2034 Capital Improvements Program and consider a site‑plan application for 1244 Service Drive. A discussion on zoning regulations for cannabis manufacturing and cultivation is on the agenda. The meeting includes routine approval of the August 26, 2024 minutes.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved to recommend approval.
6 yea · 2 nay
Commissioner Jaacks yea · Commissioner Hahn yea · Commissioner Boettcher yea · Commissioner Schollmeier yea · Commissioner Goblirsch yea · Commissioner Esch yea · Commissioner Buelow nay · Commissioner Shortridge nay
Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

City Council to adopt 2025 budget and tax levy

The Winona City Council will consider and vote on the 2025 municipal budget and associated tax levy. The council will also adopt a resolution for the Johnson final plat and approve a state grant agreement for airport fencing. Several licensing and appointment items, including a temporary liquor license for the Recreation Alliance, will be approved. A public hearing date for future liquor license fee increases will be set.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Aug 26, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will discuss cannabis business zoning and a Johnson Plat hearing

The Winona Planning Commission meeting will approve the minutes from August 12, 2024, hold a public hearing on the Johnson Plat, and consider zoning proposals for cannabis businesses. The commission will also address any other business items before adjourning.

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Wenonah Room - City Hall
Mon Aug 19, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to set hearing date for levy assessments on unpaid charges

The Winona City Council will consider several items, including a temporary on‑sale liquor license for Hurry Back Productions, a parking ordinance amendment for Fourth Street, and a resolution to schedule a public hearing on levying assessments for unpaid charges. The council will also vote on a professional auditing services contract, a grant application for Mankato Avenue, and an interim ordinance placing a moratorium on new cannabis businesses. The consent agenda, including approval of minutes and other routine items, will be adopted.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Aug 12, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Site plan review for a hotel project at 60 Main Street

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two Tourist Home applications (223 East Broadway and 216 Liberty Street). It will consider a UDC text amendment to permit private dog parks. The commission will review the site plan for a hotel development at 60 Main Street. An introduction on zoning for cannabis businesses will also be presented.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve with staff’s proposed conditions. Commissioner Shortridge returned to the meeting after the vote.
6 yea · 1 abstain
Commissioner Hahn yea · Commissioner Hall yea · Commissioner Boettcher yea · Commissioner Schollmeier yea · Commissioner Goblirsch yea · Commissioner Esch yea · Commissioner Jaacks abstain
Mon Aug 5, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to consider a moratorium on cannabis businesses and related ordinance

The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed moratorium for cannabis businesses and consider introducing a new interim ordinance. A rezoning request for 1545 Gilmore Avenue (R‑1 to B‑2) will be voted on for approval or denial. Several liquor license applications and multiple grant and lease agreements, including airport projects, will also be reviewed and acted upon.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Jul 22, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission tables rezoning request for 1545 Gilmore Avenue

The Winona Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its July 8, 2024 meeting. It will consider a rezoning request to change the designation of 1545 Gilmore Avenue from R‑1 to B‑2, which is presented as a tabled item with a denial resolution attached. The agenda also includes an item for other business before adjourning.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Jul 15, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to award contract for Lake Park Bandshell repairs to Wapasha Construction

The Winona City Council will consider a series of approvals, including several on‑sale and temporary liquor licenses, street‑closure requests, and an annexation of Murphy. It will also act on a new code of conduct, a transit service agreement with Winona State University, a property transfer to the Port Authority, a legacy grant amendment, and an investment report. A key item is the award of a contract to Wapasha Construction for repairs to the Lake Park bandshell, authorizing the transfer of funds.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Jul 8, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Public hearing for May Addition final plat

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Final Plat for May Addition. The meeting also includes a discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units and a rezoning request for 1545 Gilmore Avenue.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to deny and direct staff to return with a resolution of denial at the next meeting.
6 yea · 2 nay
Commissioner Buelow yea · Commissioner Hahn yea · Commissioner Hall yea · Commissioner Schollmeier yea · Commissioner Goblirsch yea · Commissioner Esch yea · Commissioner Jaacks nay · Commissioner Boettcher nay
Mon Jul 1, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Winona City Council to consider public safety facility pre-design and park repairs

The council will review a resolution for the law enforcement facility pre-design at 165 W. 2nd. Other agenda items include awarding a contract for Lake Park Bandshell repairs and approving a historical grant agreement. The meeting also includes discussions on subdivision plats and election judge appointments.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Public hearing for rezoning at 1545 Gilmore Avenue

The Winona Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for 1545 Gilmore Avenue and an IUP for 304 Grand Street. The commission will also consider the final plat for the WPS Subdivision.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Jun 17, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Winona City Council reviews transit grants and South Baker Street project completion

The Winona City Council will consider several items including transit grant applications and temporary construction easements for parking. The council will also review the final payment and completion certification for the South Baker Street Reconstruction Project.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Jun 10, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss Accessory Dwelling Units and short-term rentals

The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The meeting also includes an update on short-term rentals. Additionally, the commission will consider approving the minutes from the May 13, 2024, meeting.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to consider $30,000 ARPA allocation for mental health navigator

The City Council will hold a public hearing on refinancing bonds for Winona Health and consider several license renewals and new business items. Key decisions include allocating $30,000 in ARPA funds for a mental health navigator position, approving a DNR tree planting grant, and amending secondhand dealer license requirements.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon May 20, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to consider West Broadway reconstruction contract, property transfer, trail easements

The City Council will vote on awarding a contract for the 2024 West Broadway Street Reconstruction Project, consider transferring city property to the Port Authority, and approve public trail easements with Michael's Lighting and the Port Authority. Other items include liquor and gambling licenses, a rail crossing closure, a land purchase for the Bluffs Traverse trail, and acceptance of a Conservation Corps clean water grant.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon May 13, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider historic site designation for Lake Park Bandshell

The Winona Planning Commission will meet to consider a local historic site designation for the Lake Park Bandshell. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting and other business.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon May 6, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on 2045 Comprehensive Plan and St. Croix Heights subdivision

The City Council will hold public hearings and vote on adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and approving the St. Croix Heights subdivision preliminary plat. The meeting also includes numerous routine approvals for festival agreements, licenses, street closures, and a contract for airport fencing improvements.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Apr 15, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to award contracts for road projects and amend wastewater plan

The City Council will vote on awarding contracts for the 2024 Bituminous Mill & Overlay Project and the West Broadway Street Reconstruction Project. They will also consider an administrative amendment to the TIF Plan for 60 Main, a wastewater treatment plant facility plan amendment, and set a public hearing date for the 2045 Comprehensive Plan. Several routine items include liquor licenses, a flag/banner agreement, and parking requests.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Apr 8, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Public hearings on St. Croix Heights preliminary plat and Comprehensive Plan update

The Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: one on the St. Croix Heights preliminary plat and another on the Comprehensive Plan update. They will also consider approval of the March 11, 2024 meeting minutes.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Apr 1, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on drone rules, housing grants, and West Broadway reconstruction

The Winona City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed drone regulations and consider several items including temporary liquor licenses for events, street closures, a license agreement with Bird Rides for scooters, and multiple housing-related resolutions. The council will also vote on the 2024 West Broadway Street Reconstruction Project and authorize bids for Lake Park Bandshell repairs.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Mar 18, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council votes on East End Boat Harbor easement and West Broadway parking ban

The Winona City Council meets to approve several event license agreements, including the Mid West Music Fest and Farmers Market. New business includes a temporary work area easement for the East End Boat Harbor and a no-parking zone on West Broadway. The council also addresses a community solar rate challenge with up to $7,500 in legal fees and authorizes deer culling for Chronic Wasting Disease.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Mar 11, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Winona Planning Commission to review comprehensive plan update and property acquisition

The Winona Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from February 12, 2024, discuss a property acquisition for compliance with the comprehensive plan, and conduct a final review of the comprehensive plan update.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Mar 4, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on 2024 West Broadway Street reconstruction project

The Winona City Council will hold a required public hearing on the proposed 2024 West Broadway Street Reconstruction Project and consider adopting a resolution for the project. The Council will also vote on several liquor license applications, including a 3.2% off-sale license for Express Lane and a renewal for the Winona Tour Boat. Other items include reappointments to the Board of Adjustment, Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals, and Port Authority, as well as a stop sign request for Mill Street. The Council will also consider a resolution for State of Minnesota Public Safety Aid for the police department and authorize a Request for Qualifications for operations of the former Masonic Temple Theatre.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to decide on West Broadway Street reconstruction project

The City Council will consider awarding a contract for the 2024 sidewalk project and discuss the 2024 West Broadway Street reconstruction, including a feasibility report and a resolution to set a public hearing. The council will also vote on several liquor licenses, insurance renewals, and a quit claim bill of sale with Union Pacific and CPKC railroads.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Feb 12, 2024 · 4:30 PM

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss Comprehensive Plan adoption timeline

The Winona Planning Commission will meet to discuss the process and timeline for adopting the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from December 18, 2023, and updating commissioner contact information.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Mon Feb 5, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to vote on liquor licenses, parking changes, and election judges

The Winona City Council will consider several items including temporary and on-sale liquor licenses for the Winona Arts Center and Westfield Bar & Grill, a sublease agreement for Westfield Golf Club, and modifications to municipal parking lot parking ordinances. The council will also appoint election judges and move a polling site for the 2024 Presidential Nomination Primary, and consider repealing the going-out-of-business sales licensing requirement.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Tue Jan 16, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to hold hearing on 2024 sidewalk replacement project

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project and preliminary assessment roll. They will also consider a stop sign request at Main and Mill Streets, a temporary liquor license for the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, and a resolution on public safety aid for the fire department.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall
Tue Jan 2, 2024 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to consider contract for Bluffside Bike Park project

The Winona City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the Bluffside Bike Park project and introducing ordinances to amend non-native species removal policies in shoreland zones and set fees for related permits. Other items include a special assessment for hazardous building removal, a temporary liquor license for the Minnesota Marine Art Museum, and a labor agreement with police sergeants.

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City Council Chambers, 3rd Floor City Hall