Dayton public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will vote on the Law Enforcement Labor Services Union Contract and several routine items, including Ordinance 2024-17 on stormwater illicit discharge, a letter of support for the Dayton Elementary Pedestrian Improvement Project, and a pay application from Magney Construction. Council members will also consider budget reduction options presented by Finance Director Zach Doud, such as cuts to the Pavement Management Fund, Capital Facilities Fund, and Capital Equipment Fund. Additional consent agenda items include resolutions affecting part‑time firefighter positions and the sale of Rescue 11.
- Approval of Law Enforcement Labor Services Union Contract
- Approval of Ordinance 2024-17 amending the City Code on stormwater illicit discharge and salt storage
- Resolution 61-2024 moving the part‑time firefighter/EMT position eligible for Police and Fire PERA
- Budget cuts: $100,000 reduction from Pavement Management Fund, $150,000 from Capital Facilities Fund, $30,000 from Capital Equipment Fund
- Approval to purchase loader and Toro Grounds Master equipment (Item C on consent agenda)
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will review the 2025 budget and discuss options to lower the tax levy by $375,000, which would keep the projected tax rate of 37.266% from rising further. Staff will present three option packages that allocate the reduction across capital funds, police, fire, public works and other line items. The meeting also includes routine approvals of pay applications, change orders, and equipment purchases, as well as a resolution for a signage variance at 17950 Maple Court.
- Approval of Pay Application One (Final) Mill and Overlay Project
- Approval of Change Order 2 for Wellhouse 5
- Approval to purchase a loader with a $66,000 savings and a Toro mower with a $20,000 savings
- Resolution 63-2024: variance for signage at 17950 Maple Court (Kwik Trip)
- 2025 levy discussion: options to reduce the tax levy by $375,000
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will consider a consent agenda that includes several letter of credit reductions, a bid award, and multiple pay requests. Council members will discuss the long‑term plan and authorize plans for the South Diamond Lake Road Improvements Project, a five‑mile road segment estimated at $1.3‑$1.5 million. A public hearing on unpaid utility resolutions for Hennepin and Wright Counties and an update to the Elsie Stephens Master Plan with a request for proposals are also on the agenda.
- Approval of Letter of Credit Reductions for Ione Gardens, Brayburn East Development, Opus Site, Sundance Greens, and Zachary Villas
- Bid Award for North Bridge for Elsie Stephens
- Approval of Pay Request 6 (Final) for the Dayton Parkway Extension at CSAH 81
- Resolution 49‑2024 and 50‑2024 on unpaid utilities for Hennepin and Wright Counties
- Authorization of plans and specifications for South Diamond Lake Road Improvements Project (5‑mile road, cost estimate $1.3‑$1.5 M)
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will hold a public hearing to consider resolutions supporting States Manufacturing’s applications for the Minnesota Investment Fund and Job Creation Fund. The applications request a $1.45 million forgivable loan and a $1.35 million grant, with the company planning to invest $23 million and create 340 jobs. The city would act as sponsor and would reimburse the applicant for program‑administration costs. No direct budget impact is noted, as costs would be invoiced to States Manufacturing.
- Resolution 58-2024: Support Minnesota Investment Fund application requesting $1.45 M forgivable loan
- Resolution 59-2024: Support Job Creation Fund application requesting $1.35 M grant
- Public hearing on States Manufacturing lease of 500,000 sq ft at The Cubes (east half)
- Proposed 12‑year lease beginning 2025 with $23 M investment and 340 jobs
- City to reimburse administration costs (staff $85/hr, consultant fees) incurred for the loan program
Mayor Council
The City Council will discuss adopting affordable and lifecycle housing goals for 2021-2030. The meeting includes a public hearing on unpaid utilities and a vote on a comprehensive plan amendment for the Dayton Creek Addition.
- Public hearing on unpaid utilities (Resolutions 49-2024 and 50-2024)
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Preliminary Plat of Dayton Creek Addition (Resolution 55-2024)
- Zoning Map amendment (Ordinance 2024-14)
- Authorization of plans and specifications for South Diamond Lake Road Improvements
- Adoption of Affordable and Lifecycle Housing Goals for 2021-2030
Mayor Council
The City Council will meet to discuss water and sewer rates for 2025 and consider several park and infrastructure approvals. The body will also schedule a public hearing regarding unpaid utilities.
- Discussion on Water and Sewer Rates for 2025
- Approval of Park Dedication Cash Fee Policy
- Approval to contractor bidding for Elsie Stephens Park North Pedestrian Bridge
- Approval of Resolution 51-2024: Crow/Mississippi River Public Water Cooperative Agreement
- Scheduling of public hearing for Resolution 49-2024 and 50-2024 regarding unpaid utilities
Mayor Council
The City Council will discuss the DCM Farms Concept Plan and a rezoning request for 13521 Elm Creek Road. The meeting also includes decisions on park irrigation projects and a truck purchase for a grass rig.
- Ordinance 2024-13: Rezoning of 13521 Elm Creek Road
- DCM Farms Concept Plan
- Approval of truck purchase for use as a grass rig
- Park Irrigation Project Installation and Water and Electrical
- Resolution 48-2024: Finding no need for an Environmental Impact Statement for Parkway Neighborhood
Mayor Council
The City Council will meet to discuss the 2025 General Fund Budget and preliminary tax levies. The body is also considering a cannabis zoning ordinance and the adoption of a park program.
- Adopting the General Fund Budget and Preliminary Tax Levy for 2025
- Discussion on Cannabis Zoning Ordinance
- Approval of contract for Water Main Extension on Territorial
- Approval of Preliminary EDA Levy (Resolutions 46-2024 and 47-2024)
- Approval of Pay Request 1 for Chip and Fog Seal
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will approve several resolutions, including appointing David Anderson to the Economic Development Authority and adopting the final plat for the River Walk 3rd Addition. The council will also award the construction contract for the Central Park Parking Lot Improvement Project and consider a consent agenda with items such as the Amended and Restated EDA Bylaws and interim use permits. Additionally, the council will review a work session report on the Dayton Parkway Master Plan, which does not require formal action at this meeting.
- Approval of Resolution 41-2024 appointing David Anderson to the EDA
- Approval of Resolution 45-2024 final plat River Walk 3rd Addition
- Award Construction Contract for the Central Park Parking Lot Improvement Project
- Approval of Amended and Restated EDA Bylaws
- Interim Use Permit for Home Extended Business at 13551 Norwood Lane
Canvass Meeting
The Dayton City Council met to canvass the August 12, 2024 municipal primary election. The council unanimously approved Resolution 40-2024, certifying the vote totals for council member candidates.
- Resolution 40-2024: Approves canvass of August 12, 2024 municipal primary
- Stephanie Henderson: 298 votes
- Sara Van Asten: 272 votes
- Shawn Luther: 271 votes
- Anthony Albright: 177 votes
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will hold a closed session to discuss terms for acquiring property rights and a regular meeting to approve consent agenda items, including a fire department vehicle purchase and a cannabis moratorium.
- Closed session to discuss property rights acquisition
- Fire department vehicle purchase
- Cannabis moratorium ordinance
- Amending the fee schedule
- Engineering proposal for Dayton Parkway traffic signals
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will meet to decide on donating an old fire truck engine and approve payments for the Jaeger-Jordan Ditch Stabilization Project. Routine items like minutes approval and claims payments are also on the agenda.
- Approval of donating Old Fire Truck Engine 11
- Pay Request 1 for Jaeger-Jordan Ditch Stabilization Project
- Approval of Resolution 36-2024: Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Pay Request 2 for Dayton River Road Turn Lanes
- Ordinance 2024-10: Special Event Permit
Mayor Council
The City Council will consider feasibility studies and plans for Territorial Road improvements and watermain extensions. The agenda also includes approving a paving project with Allied Blacktop Company and discussing pavement management funding.
- Engineering proposal for Territorial Road Improvements Feasibility Study
- 2024 Chip and Fog Seal Project approval for Allied Blacktop Company
- Authorization of plans for the Territorial Road Watermain Extension
- Approval of Public Purpose Expenditure Policy
- Direction on Pavement Management Dollars for 2024
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will consider concept plans for the Schany Parcel and DCM Farms. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding driveway aprons and several development plat approvals.
- Concept Plan: Schany Parcel
- Concept Plan: DCM Farms
- Ordinance 2024-09: Amending City Code for Driveway Aprons
- Pay Request #1: Dayton HMGP Generators Project
- Resolution 31-2024: Accepting Donation from Care Resources
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will meet on June 11, 2024, to consider several infrastructure and administrative items. The agenda includes authorizing bids for the Chip and Fog Seal Project and approving the sale of a utility fire truck. The council will also review liquor licenses and personnel appointments.
- Authorizing bids for the Chip and Fog Seal Project
- Approval of the sale of Utility 21 Fire Truck
- Approval of Dayton Parkway Alignment
- Approval of Police Retention Incentive
- Approval of temporary liquor licenses for Matt Lee Classic and Dayton Lions
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council reviewed its 2023 audited financial statements and first-quarter budget report, confirming stable finances despite lower building permits. Staff presented options for the Territorial Road and Rush Creek Parkway intersection property, explaining that zoning rules and road improvement costs had previously deterred developers. After public comment, council members agreed to leave the property undeveloped for now, a decision that affects nearby landowners and planned trail expansion. The agenda also lists upcoming votes on rezoning Kwik Trip 1187 and purchasing fire department equipment.
- Approval of 2023 audited financial statements and first-quarter budget report
- Consent agenda covering liquor licenses for Dayton Lions events and seasonal hiring
- Discussion on Territorial Road and Rush Creek Parkway property; council voted to leave it undeveloped
- Upcoming action items include rezoning Kwik Trip 1187 from B-P to B-3 district and purchasing a fire ladder truck
- Wellhead Treatment Plant backfilling underway with $570,000 budget allocated for a boat landing project
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will review technical plans for a Wellhead Treatment Plant and discuss future Hennepin County road work. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the intersection of Territorial Road and Rush Creek Parkway. Other business includes liquor license approvals and staff hiring.
- Technical Review of Wellhead Treatment Plant
- Letter of Credit Reduction for River Hills 7, 8, 9 Addition
- Temporary Liquor Licenses for Dayton Lions
- Territorial Road and Rush Creek Parkway intersection discussion
- Hennepin County future road work discussion
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will consider a final plat for Sundance Greens 10th Addition and a contract for the Jordan and Jaeger Ditch Stabilization Project. The agenda includes interim use permits for an event center and a home business, alongside discussions on garage sizes and driveway aprons. A work session is also scheduled to review intersection inventory and analysis.
- Final Plat of Sundance Greens 10th Addition
- Construction contract for Jordan and Jaeger Ditch Stabilization Project
- Interim Use Permit for Dehn's Pumpkins at 17270 125th Ave.
- Interim Use Permit for Lawn Smart at 17480 117th Avenue N.
- Plans and specifications for the 2024 Chip and Fog Seal Project
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will vote on routine approvals for municipal vehicles, a playground grant, and road improvement contracts that affect local infrastructure and public spaces. A separate Local Board of Appeals meeting will address resident property valuation concerns at 5:30 p.m.
- Approval of Resolution 14-2024; Playground Grant Agreement
- Award contract for Dayton River Road Turn Lane Improvement Project
- Purchase approval for a bucket truck and skid steer replacement
- Presentation on CSAH 81 & Territorial Road intersection improvements
- Local Board of Appeals meeting at 5:30 p.m. to review 2024 property valuations
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will conduct the oath of office for seven probationary firefighters. The meeting also includes consideration of police officer hires, contract approvals, and plans for Stephens Turn Lane.
- Swearing in of seven probationary firefighters
- Approval of plans and bids for Stephens Turn Lane
- Conditional job offers for police officers Brandon Bateman and Donald Cebula
- Approval of street sweeping and dust control contracts
- Promotion of Travis Henderson to Lieutenant
Mayor Council
The Dayton City Council will discuss a new drone ordinance and the Water Trail proposal. The agenda also includes reviewing engineering proposals for trail improvements and a feasibility study for 113th Avenue. Additionally, the council will review equipment purchases and staff changes.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2024-03 regarding Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones)
- Approval of plans and bids for the Dayton 2024 Mill & Overlay Project
- Authorization of the 113th Avenue Improvements Feasibility Study
- Approval of the 2024 Trail Improvements Engineering Proposal
- Hiring of a new Assistant Fire Chief
Mayor Council
The City Council will hold a work session to define 'rural character' through a photo survey and discuss reducing minimum lot sizes from 40 acres to 10 acres. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2050 Comprehensive Plan and sewer service extensions.
- Work Session: Rural Character and Density (1:40 vs 1:10)
- Proposed reduction of A-1 district minimum lot size from 40 acres to 10 acres
- Discussion regarding the 2050 Comprehensive Plan
- Expansion of 113th Avenue to Dayton Parkway
Mayor Council
The City Council will review several development concept plans and proposed changes to city fees. The agenda also includes items regarding infrastructure maintenance and municipal contracts.
- Review of Lucero Concept Plan
- Review of Parkway Neighborhood Revised Concept Plan
- Review of Spanier Concept Plan
- Approval of Change Order Number 1 for Well Head Treatment
- Approval of Ordinance 2024-02: Amended Fee Schedule 2024
Mayor Council
The City Council will meet to consider Ordinance 2024-01 regarding updated city fees and escrow schedules. The agenda also includes several administrative approvals, including official appointments and various letter of credit releases.
- Adoption of Ordinance 2024-01 for City Fees and Escrow Schedule
- Approval of Letter of Credit Reduction for Riverwalk 2nd Addition
- Approval of Letter of Credit Release for Pineview Meadows
- Resolution 03-2024 regarding Precinct Locations
- Approval of $2,266,134.66 in total payments and payroll