Robbinsdale public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on a master redevelopment plan and the 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Plan. The council is also scheduled to adopt a resolution regarding 2024 property tax levies. Additionally, several business license renewals and labor agreements are up for approval.

• Public hearing on Master Redevelopment Plan and TIF plans
• Public hearing on Street Improvement and Reconstruction Plan
• Adoption of 2024 Property Tax Levies resolution
• Approval of 2024 business license renewals
• Second reading of ordinance updates to Fee Schedule

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss Planning and Zoning Application fees during this work session. Staff updates include discussions on the 2024 budget, debt servicing, cost of living adjustments, and employee handbook changes.

• Planning and Zoning Application fees
• 2024 Budget Items: Debt Servicing and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
• Employee Handbook updates regarding Telework Policy and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• Fire Permit Process

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will review the proposed 2024 budget. The board is also scheduled to consider a resolution for a master redevelopment plan and modified tax increment financing plans.

• 2024 Proposed Budget
• Resolution approving a Master Redevelopment Project Area plan
• Modified Tax Increment Financing Plans

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council will review the 2024 Final Levy presentation and consider resolutions for the 2024 budget and property tax levies. A public hearing is scheduled regarding proposed rate increases for water, sewer, storm sewer, solid waste, and street lights. The council will also conduct a second reading of an ordinance regarding cannabis retailers in B-2 and DD-1 districts.

• Resolutions for 2024 Budget and Property Tax Levies
• Public hearing on water, sewer, storm sewer, solid waste, and street light rate increases
• Second reading of ordinance for cannabis retailers in B-2 and DD-1 districts
• Variance request V23-3 for 3605 France Ave. N.
• Public hearings for consignment and pawnbroker licenses

City Council

The City Council will meet to approve meeting minutes, authorize a utility adjustment, and conduct the first reading of an ordinance regarding Appendix B fee schedule updates. The agenda also includes the approval of credit card charges, licenses, and the Ward 1 polling place location designation.

• First reading of Ordinance Adopting Updates to Appendix B - Fee Schedule
• Authorization of Utility Adjustment
• Approval of Credit Card Charges and Payment
• Ward 1 Polling Place Location Designation
• Voucher Requests Pending Approval for Disbursement

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss the closing of the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC) and upcoming organized labor negotiations. The session also includes updates regarding the 2024 levy, enterprise funds, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Closing of Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC)
• Organized Labor Negotiations: AFSCME, LELS groups (3), and Operating Engineers Local 49
• 2024 Levy, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) updates
• Staff update on Problem Properties

Economic Development Authority

The board will review disbursement requests and the October 10, 2023 minutes. The meeting includes an update on modifications of Tax Increment Financing Districts.

• Disbursement requests for period ending November 14, 2023
• Update on Modifications of Tax Increment Financing Districts

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance for cannabis retailers and the adoption of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update. The agenda also includes a conditional use permit request for 3815 Crystal Lake Blvd and discussion regarding a Ward 2 vacancy.

• First reading of an ordinance amendment to allow cannabis retailers
• Resolution adopting the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update
• Agreement with Axon for body cameras, dash cameras, and a data plan
• Conditional Use Permit request C23-4 for 3815 Crystal Lake Blvd
• Variance request V23-2 for fence height at 4249 Unity Avenue North

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss various financial matters. Discussion includes the Enterprise and Capital Project Fund budgets, the Capital Improvement Plan, and the General Fund.

• Enterprise and Capital Project Fund Budgets
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Fee Schedule updates
• General Fund updates

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including grant applications, a park update resolution, and a resignation. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding licenses for Wicked Wort Brewing Company, LLC.

• Resolution for the Hennepin County Facilities Grant: National Fitness Campaign Fitness Court
• Submission of the Clean Energy Resource Teams Seed Grant Application
• Quote for Crack Sealing
• Resolution to accept American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from US Treasury
• Public Hearing - Licenses for Wicked Wort Brewing Company, LLC

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the HRC and an annual communications update. Staff updates include discussions regarding a council vacancy, noise enforcement, and LRT updates.

• HRC Discussion
• Annual Communications Update
• Council Vacancy update
• Noise Enforcement update
• LRT Updates

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the adoption of various assessment rolls. The council will also conduct ordinance readings regarding rezoning and city code amendments.

• Second reading of ordinance rezoning 3826 West Broadway to B-4 Community Business
• First reading of ordinance amending City Code Section 520.07, Subd. 2
• Public hearings for adoption of assessment rolls for water/sewer repairs and tree removal costs
• Public hearings for adoption of assessment rolls for unpaid penalties and delinquent utilities
• Consideration of overnight work on County Road 9

City Council

The council will consider proposed 2024 property tax levies for the General Fund, Debt Service, and HRA. They will also review development requests for a veterans assistance center at 4628 41st Ave N. Additional discussions include budget work sessions for enterprise and capital project funds.

• Conditional Use Permits and Variance for Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (4628 41st Ave N.)
• Proposed 2024 General Fund and Debt Service Property Tax Levies
• Proposed 2024 HRA Property Tax Levy
• Budget work sessions for Enterprise Funds and Capital Project Funds

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city's telework policy. The meeting also includes discussion regarding traffic controls on Zenith Avenue.

• Telework Policy Discussion
• Zenith Avenue Traffic Controls

City Council

The City Council and staff held a special work session to review the 2024 budget, including department adjustments and revenue projections. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

General

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 budget. This meeting is scheduled for September 5, 2023, at 5:00 PM.

• 2024 Budget Discussion

The City Council and staff conducted a work session to review the 2024 budget, including department adjustments and tax levy options. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council

The City Council will review several items including rezoning ordinances and replacement truck quotes. The meeting also includes updates on the METRO Blue Line LRT Extension.

• Rezoning of 3836 Hubbard Ave. N. from R-2 to R-1
• Rezoning of 3826 West Broadway from B-2 to B-4
• Quotes for replacement pickup trucks and associated equipment
• Public hearings scheduled for October 3, 2023 regarding assessment rolls
• METRO Blue Line LRT Extension updates

The City Council approved the application for the Wheels of Italy event and passed a consent agenda including several rezoning readings and public hearing schedules. Council also received a presentation on the Metro Blue Line LRT Extension, though no formal vote on the alignment was taken.

• Approved application for Wheels of Italy event on September 24, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved September 5, 2023 meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending September 5, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearings for October 3, 2023 regarding assessment rolls for forced tree removals, emergency repairs, delinquent utilities, and unpaid penalties
• Second reading of ordinance rezoning 3836 Hubbard Ave. N. from R-2 to R-1
• First reading of ordinance rezoning 3826 West Broadway from B-2 to B-4
• Accepted quotes for replacement pickup trucks and equipment (Projects 8156, 8157, 8159, 8161)

City Council

The City Council unanimously approved the Robbinsdale Energy Action Plan, which aims to avoid an additional 30% of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The council also adopted a resolution clarifying that check cashing is not a permitted use in the B-4 Community Business District. A request for a 'Wheels of Italy' event was tabled until September 5, 2023.

• Approved Robbinsdale Energy Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution affirming check cashing is not a permitted use in B-4 Community Business District (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 23-10 amending zoning code sections regarding definitions, accessory structures, off-street parking, and R-1 residential accessory uses (unanimous)
• Approved Hy-Vee car and motorcycle show event application for September 4, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved UNCF 5k walk application for September 23, 2023 (unanimous)
• Tabled 'Wheels of Italy' event application until September 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending August 15, 2023 (unanimous)
• Scheduled 2024 budget Special Work Session for September 5, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council agreed to add marijuana prohibitions to existing ordinances that ban tobacco in parks. Other items discussed included the Energy Action Plan, 2024 budget planning, and Zenith Avenue vehicle speeds.

• Agreed to add marijuana prohibition to park tobacco ordinances
• Decided Council will be notified when special event permits are issued

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will review a Letter of Intent with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans regarding parking at Broadway Court. The board also plans to enter a closed session to consider purchasing a property. Staff provided updates on several local development projects, including The Reeve.

• Letter of Intent with Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans for parking use
• Closed session motion regarding a potential property purchase
• Occupancy update for The Reeve building
• Development updates for 462841st Avenue N and Parker Station Flats

The Economic Development Authority approved directing staff to negotiate a letter of intent with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) to license property at 4628 41st Avenue North. The board also approved the consent agenda and held a closed session to consider a property purchase.

• Approved Consent Agenda items #4A-B (5-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending August 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Directed staff to negotiate a letter of intent with MACV for property at 4628 41st Avenue North (5-0)
• Approved recess to closed session to consider property purchase (5-0)

City Council

The Council tabled a decision on a zoning interpretation for a proposed currency exchange business at 4050 Lakeland Ave. N. to allow for further staff review and a potential text amendment. Other actions included approving several community events and a water treatment plant purchase.

• Tabled zoning interpretation for currency exchange at 4050 Lakeland Ave. N. (unanimous)
• Approved $39,123.04 purchase of replacement sludge press cloths for Water Treatment Plant (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to site lease agreement with American Tower at 3110 Oakdale Ave. (unanimous)
• Held first reading of Ordinance No. 23-11 to rezone 3836 Hubbard Avenue North from R-2 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Sacred Heart Church Fun Fest on September 23, 2023, including temporary liquor license (unanimous)
• Approved Robbinsdale Chamber of Commerce event on September 11, 2023, including road closures (unanimous)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending July 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved requested block parties listed on Attachment 1 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to discuss the preliminary 2024 budget proposal. Staff presented several levy increase options, including a 6% increase that would result in a $314,636 deficit. The discussion also covered departmental requests for new staff and capital improvement plans.

• Proposed 6% levy increase resulting in a $314,636 deficit
• Estimated debt service of $635,636
• Request for new Community Development and Recreation positions
• Potential use of ARPA funds for the Water Tower #2 project

The City Council held a special work session to review 2024 budget requests from various city departments. No formal votes were taken or decisions finalized during this session. A follow-up work session was scheduled for September 5th.

• Scheduled Special Work Session for 2024 budget discussions on September 5th

City Council

The Council approved a 2023-24 school resource officer agreement with Independent School District 281 and revoked a rental license at 3683 Halifax Ave. They also adopted amendments to the City Charter and approved several infrastructure and service contracts.

• Approved SRO agreement with Independent School District 281 for 2023-24 (5-0)
• Revoked rental license at 3683 Halifax Ave and authorized monthly violation fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 23-09 amending City Charter Sections 3.06, 3.08, and 6.05 (unanimous)
• Approved $375,000 contract amendment with AE2S for Centralized Water Treatment Plant (unanimous)
• Approved $91,000 contract with JR Contracting for Zone 2 sidewalk replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $50,850 agreement with Intertek PSI for soil borings (unanimous)
• Approved THC sales license for Robbinsdale Wine & Spirits (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendments regarding accessory structures and parking (unanimous)

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council held a special work session on July 18, 2023. The meeting was held to conduct a discussion regarding DEI training with Kiarra Zackery.

• Discussion of DEI training with Kiarra Zackery

The City Council held a special work session focused on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training. Kiarra Zackery conducted the training for staff and Council Members.

• Conducted DEI training with staff and Council Members

City Council

The City Council held a work session to discuss residential speed limits, zoning text amendments, and public parking policy. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority is reviewing updated guidelines and an agreement for a home improvement grant program with the Center for Energy & Environment. The board will consider authorizing the Executive Director to execute the program's origination agreement. The meeting also includes approval of recent minutes and disbursement requests.

• Authorization of Home Improvement Program Origination Agreement with CE&E
• Grant details: 20% of expenses up to $8,000 for projects over $4,000
• Review of updated project eligibility guidelines
• Approval of June 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of disbursement requests ending July 11, 2023

The Economic Development Authority approved an agreement with the Center for Energy & Environment for a home improvement rebate program. The program provides grants of up to $4,000 per eligible property, with a total program budget of $57,500.

• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending July 11, 2023 (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute Home Improvement Program Origination Agreement with Center for Energy & Environment (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the issuance of general obligation bonds for the Hubbard Ave. project and authorized three fiber projects. Other actions included approving a chicken permit for a resident and appointing a new commissioner to the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission.

• Adopted Resolution No. 8045 to issue and sell general obligation bonds in the amount of $6,945,000 (5-0)
• Authorized three fiber projects through LOGIS at an estimated cost of $291,791.50 (Unanimous)
• Approved permit for up to six chickens at 3831 Hubbard Avenue North (Unanimous)
• Appointed Daniel Hickman to the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 8044 for state performance measures (Unanimous)
• Accepted $1,850 donation from the Robbinsdale Beautification Committee (Unanimous)
• Accepted donations from Crystal-New Hope-Robbinsdale Rotary Club, The Bird House Restaurant, and Robin Wellness (Unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 purchase order to CDW Government, Inc. for 10 squad laptops and docks (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is discussing a redevelopment concept for the former Mai Thai Restaurant site. The proposal includes 64 apartment units intended for seniors and features four levels of housing above parking. The discussion also covers design updates for Hollingsworth Park and various staff legislative updates.

• Proposed senior housing development at 3839 Lakeland Ave N
• Design updates for Hollingsworth Park
• Staff updates on public safety and cannabis legislation
• Organized Collection RFP process update

The Council held a work session to discuss a development project at 3839 Lakeland Avenue N and the Victor Donato Memorial Garden. Council expressed support for THC-infused seltzer sales at municipal liquor stores pending insurance confirmation. No formal votes were recorded.

• Discussed development at 3839 Lakeland Avenue N including age requirements and parking variances
• Discussed amending the limited use agreement for the Victor Donato Memorial Garden
• Expressed support for THC-infused seltzer sales at municipal liquor stores pending insurance confirmation
• Scheduled 2024 budget special worksession for July 31 at 5:00 p.m.

Economic Development Authority

The REDA is reviewing a proposed home improvement rebate program in partnership with the Center for Energy & Environment. Members will provide direction on the program's budget, which staff suggests starting at $57,500, and its eligible project expenses. The board will also consider authorizing an agreement to execute this program.

• Proposed Robbinsdale Home Improvement Rebate Program budget of $57,500
• Discussion on adding EV charging apparatus to eligible project expenses
• Consideration of a new business loan
• Approval of disbursement requests for the period ending June 13, 2023

The Economic Development Authority approved an origination agreement for a home improvement rebate program. The board set a funding cap of $8,000 per project and prioritized energy efficiency and safety upgrades. The board also discussed a loan request from Safari Pride Coffee but took no formal action on the request.

• Approved Home Improvement Program Origination Agreement with Center for Energy and Environment (5-0)
• Capped home improvement funds at $8,000
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending June 13, 2023 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved an ordinance making solar energy devices an accessory use and officially adopted Juneteenth as a city holiday. The council also approved a permit for chickens at a specific residence and passed two diversity-related proclamations.

• Approved Ordinance No. 23-08 making solar energy devices an accessory use (Unanimous)
• Approved Juneteenth Freedom Day proclamation (5-0)
• Approved LGBTQIA+ Pride Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved permit for eight chickens at 3407 Zenith Ave. N. (Unanimous)
• Took no action on rental license for 3683 Halifax Ave., leaving it in effect
• Approved first reading of City Charter updates for Sections 3.06, 3.08, and 6.05 (5-0)
• Sent City Charter Sections 5.05 and 5.15 back to Charter Commission for review
• Approved City Manager salary advance from Step 2 to Step 4 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council voted to participate in a PFAS cost recovery program for multi-district litigation. The council also approved a one-time food truck request for an event on May 25, 2023, and passed several consent agenda items including city hall concrete work.

• Approved participation in PFAS cost recovery program for multi-district litigation (5-0)
• Approved request for one food truck to park on County Road 9 on May 25, 2023, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved agreement for Concrete Replacement Work at City Hall (unanimous)
• Approved Diggers Garden Club of Robbinsdale’s annual plant sale for June 3, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of licenses dated May 11, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved disbursement requests for the period ending May 16, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved April 2023 payment for City credit card charges (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special work session to discuss ongoing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. Staff is seeking feedback from the Council on how to promote these initiatives. This follows previous goals to hire a consultant and develop a specialist position.

• Hiring a DEI consultant to study organizational efforts
• Developing a DEI specialist position
• Identifying personnel to track grants and external assistance

The Council held a work session to discuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals and the potential hiring of a consultant. Members discussed using a consultant for needs analysis, job descriptions, and community input. No formal votes were taken, but the Council agreed to hire someone to assist with goal development.

• Agreed to hire someone to assist with DEI goal development

City Council

The City Council will discuss a request to increase the annual firefighter pension benefit from $9,500 to $11,500 per year of service effective January 1, 2024. The work session also includes updates on the Fire Department's 2022 operations and the Charter Commission.

• Proposed increase in firefighter pension from $9,500 to $11,500 per year of service
• Projected $100,000 city contribution for the 2024 pension fund request
• Robbinsdale Fire Department annual operational updates
• Charter Commission updates

The City Council conducted a work session to receive updates on fire department operations, charter commission proposals, and city infrastructure. No formal decisions were voted on or approved during this meeting.

Economic Development Authority

The board will discuss establishing a Homeowners Assistance Grant Program using CEE as an administrator. Members will also review a parking request from the Minnesota Assistance Council of Veterans for the Broadway Court property. A presentation on Tax Increment Financing is also scheduled.

• Potential Homeowners Assistance Grant Program with $2,500 start-up and $5,000 annual fee
• Minnesota Assistance Council of Veterans parking request at Broadway Court
• Presentation on Robbinsdale Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
• Approval of disbursement requests for the period ending May 9, 2023

The Economic Development Authority approved the April 11 minutes and disbursement requests. Members discussed a parking request for the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans and a potential Homeowners Assistance Grant Program, both of which will return for further action in June.

• Approved April 11, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Approved Disbursement Requests for period ending May 9, 2023 (4-0)
• Tabled Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans parking proposal until June meeting
• Tabled Homeowners Assistance Grant Program proposal until June meeting

City Council

The council voted 5-0 to suspend the rental license at 3683 Halifax Avenue until June 6, 2023, after the property had six nuisance calls within a year and the licensee failed to respond to city outreach. The council also awarded a contract to Northdale Construction Co. for reconstruction of Hubbard Avenue and adjoining streets, adopted an amended policy for downtown plaza use by adjacent restaurants, and held the first reading of an ordinance to eliminate the conditional use permit requirement for solar panels on accessory structures.

• Suspended rental license at 3683 Halifax Ave until June 6, 2023 (5-0)
• Awarded $2.1M+ reconstruction contract for Hubbard Ave and adjoining streets to Northdale Construction Co. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 8040 amending downtown plaza use policy to include adjacent restaurant (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance 23-08 eliminating CUP requirement for solar panels on accessory structures (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, licenses, and MOU for Sochacki Park water quality project (unanimous)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending May 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Declared May 2023 as Step To It Month in Robbinsdale (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved a permit for four magpie ducks at 4001 Orchard Avenue North and appointed Lucas Harris to the Planning Commission. The Council also approved a joint powers agreement amendment and a non-binding grant application for a fitness court.

• Approved permit for four magpie ducks at 4001 Orchard Avenue North (4-0)
• Approved Lucas Harris' nomination to the Planning Commission as Ward 1 Commissioner
• Approved Amendment #1 to Joint Powers Agreement between Hennepin County, City of Robbinsdale, and Three Rivers Park District
• Approved non-binding grant application for National Fitness Campaign fitness court
• Approved final plat for Ridgecrest Marketplace
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending 4/18/2023
• Scheduled Special Work Session for May 16, 2023, to discuss DEI efforts

City Council

The City Council held a special work session at the Robbinsdale Police Department. The meeting included a tour of the Robbinsdale Fire Department.

• Tour of the Robbinsdale Fire Department

City Council

The City Council discussed an update to the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) policy for the police department. The proposed program would allow for drone use by police, fire, and public works departments. The discussion also addressed state statute requirements and the collection of public comments.

• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) policy update
• Annual update on the Municipal Liquor Store
• Discussion regarding Narcan
• Rental license discussion
• Discussion on leasing the Downtown Plaza

Economic Development Authority

The REDA is discussing options to renew home remodeling rebate programs and ways to assist homeowners. The board will also consider a parking request from the Minnesota Assistance Council of Veterans regarding the old Robin Hotel site. Additionally, members will review rental leases for properties on Hubbard Avenue North.

• Homeowner assistance and remodeling rebate program options
• Parking request from Minnesota Assistance Council of Veterans
• Rental leases for 4614 41 1/2 and 4165 Hubbard Ave N
• Potential easement discussion for 4600 41st Ave N
• Partnership with Hennepin County's New Elevate Business Program

The Board authorized the Executive Director to negotiate rental leases for two properties and sign an agreement for the Elevate Hennepin Programming. Members discussed potential homeowner assistance programs and parking requests for the Minnesota Assistance Council of Veterans.

• Approved Consent Agenda including March 16, 2023 minutes and disbursement requests (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate and execute rental leases for 4614 41% Ave N and 4165 Hubbard Ave N (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to sign 'Agreement for Elevate Hennepin Programming' (5-0)

City Council

The City Council passed a resolution supporting local control for local elections and ranked choice voting for state and federal elections. Several ordinances regarding pet waste, false alarms, liquor licenses, salt storage, and utility franchise fees held their second readings. The council also approved various equipment purchases and a new commission appointment.

• Adopted Resolution #8038 supporting local control for local elections and ranked choice voting for state/federal elections (4-1)
• Approved Melissa Markfort to the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission
• Approved $135,894.60 purchase of a Mecalac Model AS1000 Loader with Cab
• Approved $85,683.00 contract to Omann Brothers Paving Inc for 2023 Bituminous Mill and Overlay Program
• Approved $37,897.00 purchase of a Stepp Manufacturing Premix Hotbox
• Held second readings for ordinances on pet waste, false alarms, liquor licenses, and salt storage
• Held second readings for gas and electric franchise fee ordinances (5-0)
• Authorized staff to accept grant for curly-leaf pondweed treatment in Lower Twin Lake

City Council

The City Council adopted a resolution supporting the Minnesota Health Plan and the Medicare for All Act of 2022. Council also authorized a letter to the Blue Line Light Rail Extension Project Director and approved several equipment purchases via the consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution #8036 supporting Minnesota Health Plan and Medicare for All Act (4-1)
• Authorized City Manager to send letter to Blue Line Light Rail Extension Project Director after revisions
• Approved purchase of two Compact Utility Tractors from Minnesota Equipment
• Approved purchase of a Finn T30 HydroSeeder from Trenchers Plus
• Approved THC sales license for Wicked Wort Brewing, LLC
• Authorized MOU for Farmers Market 2023 operation
• Approved Resolution #8032 to correct a special assessment payment typographical error
• Tabled resolution on local control for elections and ranked choice voting to April 4, 2023

City Council

The City Council will hold a special work session to receive updates from Hennepin County Commissioner Lunde. The meeting also includes staff and council updates.

• Hennepin County updates from Commissioner Lunde
• Staff updates
• Council updates

The City Council held a special work session to discuss county updates. No formal actions were taken or decided during the meeting.

City Council

The Robbinsdale City Council is conducting a special work session focused on goal setting. Led by Phil Kern, the session involves assessing the city's organizational and community status to develop future objectives.

• Goal setting session led by Phil Kern
• Environmental assessment of city organization and community
• Development of 2023 goals program

The City Council and staff participated in a goal setting session led by Phil Kern. Participants identified community characteristics for 2050, current challenges, and short-term priority goals. These goals will be developed into a summary report.

City Council

The City Council held a work session to discuss implementing 5% franchise fees for electric and gas utilities. The meeting also included discussions on a proposed police drone program and the Blue Line Extension light rail project. Staff provided updates on organics collection and the opioid settlement.

• 5% electric franchise fee ordinance (Northern States Power Company)
• 5% gas franchise fee ordinance (CenterPoint Energy)
• Proposed police drone program public hearing
• Blue Line Extension draft feedback letter
• Staff updates on organics collection and opioid settlement

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will discuss a partnership with Hennepin County in the New Elevate Business Program. The agenda also includes a tour of the Reeve Apartments at 4600 Lake Road. The board will also consider approving recent meeting minutes and disbursement requests.

• Partnership with Hennepin County in the New Elevate Business Program
• Tour of the Reeve Apartments – 4600 Lake Road
• Approval of February 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of disbursement requests ending March 14, 2023

The Economic Development Authority approved a partnership to provide consulting services for startup businesses. The board also scheduled a public work session to tour the Reeve Apartments in May.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved disbursement requests for period ending March 14, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Executive Director to sign letter of support for Hennepin County Elevate Business partnership (Unanimous)
• Approved special REDA Work Session to tour Reeve Apartments at 4600 Lake Road on May 9, 2023 (Unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The REDA is holding a work session to review the history of its financed programs, including home remodeling rebates and downtown facade loans. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Hubbard Avenue properties. No formal actions are recommended for this session.

• Review of historical Rehabilitation Incentive Rebate programs
• Discussion of low-interest rehab loans for Windsor Court Apartments
• Overview of Downtown Facade improvement forgivable loans
• Discussion regarding Hubbard Avenue properties
• Staff and commissioner updates

City Council

The City Council approved a permit for six chickens at a residential address and authorized a settlement for a special assessment appeal. The Council also held first readings for ordinances regarding pet waste, false alarms, liquor licenses, and salt storage.

• Approved request for six chickens at 4227 Welcome Avenue North (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of special assessment appeal for 3729 Hubbard Ave N
• Approved THC sales license for Smoke Shop at 4080 West Broadway
• Approved mobile food unit license and parking for Taqueria Victor Hugo 2
• Approved Resolution #8030 to reimburse expenditures from bond proceeds
• Approved Resolution #8029 to host a Minnesota GreenCorps member
• Scheduled special work session with Hennepin County Commissioner Lunde for 3/21/23
• Directed staff to schedule a special Human Rights Commission meeting regarding Khalil Azad

City Council

The City Council held a special work session to discuss the Blue Line Extension Light Rail project. The session included reviews of project timelines, committee structures, and potential impacts on County Road 81. Staff also presented information regarding station area planning and an independent review of project options.

• Blue Line Extension Light Rail project discussion
• Proposed stations at North Memorial and Downtown Robbinsdale
• Anticipated $100,000 budget for an objective review consultant
• Review of the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SDEIS)

The City Council held a work session to review presentations from HNTB and Bolton & Menk regarding the Blue Line Extension. No formal votes were taken; the session focused on ridership data, park-and-ride locations, and pedestrian safety. Staff confirmed the Council's priorities regarding aesthetics and accessibility.

City Council

The City Council approved several administrative items, including two THC sales licenses and the appointment of an interim city clerk. The council also approved a resident's request to keep three chickens and appointed two alternate watershed commissioners.

• Approved THC Sales license for Vapor Bunker (unanimous)
• Approved THC Sales license for Birdhouse Eat & Drink (unanimous)
• Appointed Sherry O’Donnell as Interim City Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved request for 3 chickens at 3623 Lowry Avenue North (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert (Bob) Stamos as alternate commissioner to Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Wendy Scherer as alternate commissioner to Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission (unanimous)
• Approved creation of an internal Sustainability Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Recreation Services Department Duathlon Race for August 5, 2023 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss several municipal code updates. Topics include the basics of Tax Increment Financing, potential changes to liquor laws, and amendments to the false alarm ordinance.

• Discussion regarding Tax Increment Financing (TIF) basics
• Proposed updates to liquor laws for distilled spirits and brewers
• Proposed amendments to the city's false alarm ordinance
• Discussion on stormwater ordinance updates
• Review of the City Council travel policy

The Council held a work session to discuss Tax Increment Financing and upcoming ordinance updates for liquor laws and security alarms. No formal votes were taken, but the Council set a schedule for first and second readings of the proposed ordinances in March and April.

• Scheduled first reading of liquor licensing changes for March
• Scheduled first reading of security alarm ordinance for March and second reading for April
• Approved applying for another GreenCorps member
• Agreed to discuss DEI efforts at a later date

Economic Development Authority

The Robbinsdale Economic Development Authority will review January 10, 2023, meeting minutes and approve disbursement requests ending February 15, 2023. The board also plans to set a workshop date for March 14, 2023.

• Approval of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of disbursement requests ending February 15, 2023
• Scheduling a REDA workshop for March 14, 2023

The Economic Development Authority approved the January 10 meeting minutes and disbursement requests. The board also scheduled a special work session for March 14 to review programs and leases.

• Approved January 10, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Disbursement Requests for period ending February 15, 2023 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Special REDA Work Session for March 14, 2023 at 6:00 pm (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved several equipment purchases, including copiers and a camera system, and appointed two residents to city commissions. The Council also proclaimed February 2023 as Black History Month and committed to the EV Smart program. A memorandum of understanding with law enforcement labor services was tabled for further discussion.

• Approved purchase of Envirosight Rovver Camera for $115,590.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Getac Worn Cameras/Squad Videos System for $89,972.82 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of eight copiers from Canon USA Inc. for $55,562.07 (unanimous)
• Appointed Denise Beck to Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission and Melanie Sedqi to Human Rights Commission (unanimous)
• Proclaimed February 2023 as Black History Month (unanimous)
• Authorized participation in EV Smart program and designated Kayla Kirtz as liaison (unanimous)
• Tabled MOU with Law Enforcement Labor Service locals #517, #8, and #179 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit C23-1 for solar collectors at 3934 Welcome Avenue North (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council approved an emergency ordinance repealing the moratorium on the sale, testing, manufacturing, and distribution of THC products. The Council also held second readings for ordinances regulating the sale of THC and cannabinoid products.

• Approved Ordinance #23-01 repealing the THC product moratorium (unanimous)
• Held second reading of Ordinance No. 22-11 regulating adult-use THC products (unanimous)
• Held second reading of Ordinance No. 22-10 amending zoning for THC/cannabinoid products (unanimous)
• Appointed Susan Carlson Weinberg to the Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #8024 designating 2023 polling locations (unanimous)
• Authorized Election Equipment Lease Agreement with Hennepin County through 2031 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #8025 for a six-foot metal picket fence variance at 4137-39 Lakeland Avenue North (unanimous)
• Authorized HVAC services agreement with Total Mechanical Services of St. Paul Park (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss proposed zoning and licensing language for regulating the sale of adult-use THC products. The work session also includes discussions on Lakeview Terrace Farmer’s Market strategic planning, "problem properties," and updates to the employee handbook.

• Proposed ordinance to regulate adult-use THC sales
• $500 Cannabinoid Products License fee
• Lakeview Terrace Farmer’s Market strategic planning
• Discussion of "Problem Properties"
• Employee Handbook updates

The City Council held a work session to review proposed THC legislation and zoning language. Council and staff also discussed strategic planning for the Lakeview Terrace Farmer's Market and protocols for classifying problem properties. No formal votes were recorded.

• Agreed on language changes for THC legislation prior to the next meeting
• Discussed B-2 zoning for THC ordinance
• Discussed fundraising and marketing for Lakeview Terrace Farmer's Market
• Discussed protocol for classifying problem properties
• Discussed short-term rental licensing procedures

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority approved the issuance of a taxable tax increment revenue note for District No. 15. The board also elected its 2023 officers and designated the official newspaper.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-01 for TIF revenue note not to exceed $3,280,000 (Unanimous)
• Elected 2023 Officers: President Parisian, VP Webb, Pro Tem/Secretary Wagner, Treasurer Blonigan (Unanimous)
• Designated Crystal*Robbinsdale SunPost as official newspaper for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates with February 14 meeting moved to February 15 (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Nov 15 and Dec 13 minutes and disbursement requests (Unanimous)
• Recommended US Bank, Citizens Independent Bank and UBS Wealth Management as 2023 depositories (Unanimous)

City Council

The Council approved a wide range of administrative items via a consent agenda, including bank depositories, insurance contracts, and commission appointments. They also adopted the 2023 meeting schedule and accepted donations from 2022. A vote on the elected official out-of-state travel policy was tabled.

• Approved 2023 bank depositories as US Bank and Citizens Independent Bank (Unanimous)
• Approved workers' compensation insurance with League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust Fund for $388,894 (Unanimous)
• Appointed commissioners to Parks, Recreation & Forestry, Planning, Senior, and Human Rights commissions (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 City Council and EDA meeting dates, including canceling the 7/4/23 meeting (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #8023 accepting 2022 donations (Unanimous)
• Tabled Elected Official Out-of-State Travel Policy until February 21, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Aaron Wagner as Mayor Pro Tem for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved disbursement requests for the period ending 1/3/2023 (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council held a special work session to discuss 2023 appointments for various city commissions. This includes reviewing members for the Parks, Planning, Senior, and Human Rights Commissions. The session also addressed selecting delegates for several regional and legislative organizations.

• Appointments for Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commissioners
• Appointments for Planning Commissioners
• Appointments for Senior and Human Rights Commissioners
• Selection of delegates to the League of Minnesota Cities and Metro Cities
• Reappointment of Richard McCoy to the Suburban Rate Authority

The City Council appointed members to the Parks, Recreation, & Forestry, Planning, Senior, and Human Rights commissions. Council also assigned members to various regional boards and committees. Two appointments were approved as interim measures until a Ward I Special Election is decided.

• Approved Raymond Blackledge (PRF Commission) and Melissa Markfort (Planning Commission) as interim appointments (Unanimous)
• Appointed members to Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Commission
• Appointed members to Planning Commission
• Appointed members to Senior Commission
• Appointed members to Human Rights Commission
• Assigned members to League of Minnesota Cities, National League of Cities, and Metro Cities
• Assigned members to School District 281 Government Advisory Committee
• Assigned members to Suburban Rate Authority and Suburbs Cable Communications Commission