Sartell public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2022 Final Levy & Budget, the 2022 Fee Schedule & Utility Rates, and a preliminary plat for StorageLink Sartell. The body will also consider resolutions for ARPA and opioid settlement funds.

• Public hearing on 2022 Final Levy & Budget (Truth in Taxation)
• Public hearing on 2022 Fee Schedule & Utility Rates
• Resolution to accept ARPA and Opioid Settlement Funds
• Public hearing on StorageLink Sartell Preliminary Plat
• Approval of 2022 Goals & Objectives

The council approved the final 2022 budget and tax levy, awarded the Scout and Dehler Drive construction contract to J.R. Ferche for $5,728,030.61, and approved several resolutions including ARPA funds and a land swap. All votes were unanimous except for consent item E, where two members abstained due to their fire department affiliation.

• Approved $5,728,030.61 construction contract to J.R. Ferche for Scout & Dehler project (5-0)
• Approved final 2022 budget and tax levy (5-0)
• Approved 2022 fee schedule and utility rates (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-D, F-K, M-P (5-0)
• Approved consent item E (Fire Relief Funding) (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved consent item L (County Road 1 Parking Resolution) (5-0)
• Approved vacation of drainage and utility easement for The Gates (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for StorageLink Sartell (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a preliminary and final plat for a light industrial storage facility and a request to vacate a drainage and utility easement to combine lots for a home site.

• Storagelink Sartell: Proposed 11.65-acre industrial lot at County Road 4 and 19th Avenue South
• The Gates Development: Request to vacate drainage and utility easements to combine Lots 1 and 2
• Storagelink Sartell zoning change from Single Family Residential to I-1 Light Industrial

The Sartell Planning Commission unanimously approved a vacation of a drainage and utility easement and lot combination for lots 1 & 2 at the Gates of Blackberry, requested by Werschay Homes. It also unanimously approved the StorageLink Preliminary and Final Plat applications, with approval contingent on staff comments. The commission received an update on a land swap in Sauk River Regional Park with the City of St. Cloud, noting a resolution will go to the City Council on December 13. The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 p.m.

• Approved the agenda as presented
• Approved the minutes of October 4, 2021
• Approved the Vacation Application for drainage and utility easement and lot combination for lots 1 & 2 at the Gates of Blackberry
• Approved the StorageLink Preliminary and Final Plat, contingent on staff comments
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:46 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the design plan for 19th Avenue and a quote for the Sauk River Regional Park. The body will also consider the approval of 2022 liquor licenses and various professional services and easement agreements.

• 19th Avenue Design Plan Approval
• Sauk River Regional Park Quote Approval
• Approval of 2022 Liquor Licenses
• Approval of Voucher Payments 84043-84321 and Electronic Payments 5126e-5159e
• Approval of Professional Services Agreement

The Sartell City Council approved the 19th Ave S Improvement Plan and authorized advertising for bids. It also approved the Sauk River Regional Park resolution with cost-saving measures, bringing the project total to $453,540. The consent agenda was approved, including liquor licenses, easement agreements, and a donation, with two items discussed separately before approval.

• Approved the agenda as amended, adding item 06h on Scout and Dehler Easement Acquisition.
• Approved the November 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes as presented.
• Approved consent agenda items a, b, and d-g, including voucher payments, liquor licenses, and an easement agreement.
• Approved consent agenda item C, supporting funding applications, after clarification on the city's 20% cost share.
• Approved consent agenda item H, Scout and Dehler easement acquisitions, after discussion of the condemnation process.
• Approved the 19th Ave S Improvement Plan and advertisement of bids.
• Approved the Sauk River Regional Park resolution with cost savings, totaling $453,540.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:53 p.m.

Goal Setting Workshop

This is a special meeting of the Sartell City Council dedicated to a goal-setting session. The agenda contains only procedural items (approve agenda, goal-setting session, adjourn) with no specific decisions or discussion topics listed. No concrete actions, proposals, or financial items are detailed in the provided text.

• Goal-setting session for the City Council

Department heads reviewed 2022 goals and objectives with the City Council, and there was collective agreement to adopt them at the December 13, 2021 Council Meeting. The Council directed staff to find a better balance of available gym space at the Community Center and within the community, deciding the Center should not be a revenue-generating business for the City regarding gym rental. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a goal-setting workshop.

• Agreed on 2022 department goals and objectives, to be formally adopted at the December 13, 2021 Council Meeting
• Directed staff to find a better balance of gym space at the Community Center and within the community
• Decided the Community Center should not be a revenue-generating business for the City as it relates to gym rental

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special session to receive updates from the finance and administrator departments. No formal votes or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Finance update
• Administrator update

The council discussed a proposed city logo from Switchboard, requesting a final version and live examples before deciding on acceptance. It also reviewed the AIM Purchase Agreement and landfill options, asking for more financial details. A proposed 2022 fee schedule with enterprise fund rate changes was presented and will come before the council on December 13th. No final decisions were made on these items.

• Discussed proposed logo; deferred decision pending final reiteration and live examples
• Reviewed AIM Purchase Agreement and landfill options; requested additional financial information
• Presented proposed 2022 fee schedule; scheduled for council action on December 13th

City Council

The City Council will meet to approve several administrative items, including financial policy updates and the 2022 meeting schedule. The body will also consider agreements regarding an intersection and the design for River Oaks Lane.

• Approval of River Oaks Lane Design Agreement
• Approval of Intersection Agreement
• Approval of Financial Policy Updates
• Approval of Resolution for Precinct Locations
• Approval of Resolution for Absentee Ballot Board

The Sartell City Council approved the consent agenda, including the River Oaks Lane design agreement and the 2022 meeting schedule, after removing items for discussion. The council also approved an intersection agreement for Pinecone Road. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved consent agenda minus items C, D, F (5-0)
• Approved intersection agreement for Pinecone Road (5-0)
• Approved River Oaks Lane Design Agreement (5-0)
• Approved 2022 City Council meeting schedule with Joint Planning Board moved to Feb 22 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to receive a finance update and an administrator update. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

• Finance update
• Administrator update

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They received a finance update on a funding request for a future athletic complex/football stadium at Sartell High School, along with a budget and levy update. The City Administrator discussed the rebrand process, proposed turf agreements for Pinecone Central Park and St. Cloud Orthopedics, and efforts to create more office space at City Hall.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational only

City Council

The City Council will discuss calling a special election regarding a Food & Beverage Tax. The meeting includes a public hearing on delinquent accounts and several administrative approvals.

• Call for Special Election — Food & Beverage Tax
• Public hearing on Delinquent Accounts
• Approval of Stearns County Mutual Aid Agreement
• Approval of Organizational Assessment Proposal
• Approval of Arbitrage Agreement

The council approved a resolution calling for a special election on a sales tax on food and beverages to fund city recreational facilities and related amenities. The council also approved the consent agenda, including payments, hiring, and agreements, and certified delinquent utility accounts. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved resolution calling special election on food and beverage tax (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-E, including vouchers, hiring, and agreements (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item F, arbitrage agreement (5-0)
• Approved resolution certifying delinquent utility accounts (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 11 regular and special meetings (5-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Sartell City Council, held immediately after the regular meeting. The only substantive item is a goal-setting session, with no specific decisions or proposals listed. The meeting is expected to adjourn after the session.

• Goal setting session
• Meeting immediately follows regular council meeting

The City Council held a special meeting for a goal-setting session. They reviewed 2021 departmental goals and progress, and agreed to keep most 2022 goals consistent with unmet 2021 goals, adding a few items for departments that achieved most of their goals. A follow-up goal-setting session with staff is scheduled for November. No formal decisions or votes were taken.

• Agreed to keep most 2022 goals consistent with unmet 2021 goals
• Agreed to add a few new goals for departments that achieved most of their 2021 goals
• Scheduled follow-up goal-setting session with staff in November

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the River Crossings preliminary plat, the vacation of River Oaks Lane, and rezonings for the Four Points Development and Lodermeier parcels. The body will also consider agreements for the River Crossings development and an AIM Development purchase.

• Public hearings for Four Points Development and Lodermeier parcel rezonings
• Public hearing for Amended Preliminary Plat of River Crossings
• Public hearing for Vacation of River Oaks Lane
• Final Plan Approval for Sauk River Regional Park
• River Crossings Development Agreement and AIM Development Purchase Agreement

The Sartell City Council approved the final plat and development agreement for River Crossings, along with an amended preliminary plat, after a public hearing where residents raised concerns about a potential car wash and traffic. The council also approved several rezones, including the Four Points Development parcel to R-3 and the Lodermeier Parcel from R3 to I1, and approved the Sauk River Regional Park Final Plan while tabling the sign design agreement.

• Approved amended preliminary plat of River Crossings (5-0)
• Approved vacation of a portion of River Oaks Lane (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Four Points Development parcel to R-3 (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of Lodermeier Parcel from R3 to I1 (5-0)
• Approved Sauk River Regional Park Final Plan and solicitation of quotes (5-0)
• Tabled Sauk River Regional Park Sign Design Agreement (5-0)
• Approved final plat of River Crossings (5-0)
• Approved River Crossings Development Agreement (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a rezoning request from Four Point Development Inc. to allow for multi-family apartments. The body is also reviewing a final plat for the River Crossings development and a drainage and utility easement vacation.

• Four Point Development Inc. application to rezone property from B-2 Commercial Business to R-3 Multi Family Residential
• Final Plat for River Crossings: 10.84-acre parcel on River Oaks Drive featuring 7 commercial lots and 1 outlot
• Vacation of drainage and utility easement/right-of-way
• Vacation of a portion of River Oaks Lane

The Sartell Planning Commission unanimously approved a rezone for Four Point Development, Inc., changing part of a property south of Robert Road from B-2 Business Commercial to R-3 Multi Family Residential. They also approved the River Crossings Final Plat, a vacation request and plat for Arbor Village Plat 2, and a road vacation for a portion of River Oaks Lane. All decisions were made without opposition.

• Approved rezone for Four Point Development, Inc. from B-2 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Approved River Crossings Final Plat, changing Outlot B to Lot 7 (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of drainage/utility easement and ROW for Arbor Village Plat 2 (unanimous)
• Approved road vacation for southern portion of River Oaks Lane (unanimous)

City Council

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting and directed staff to request a proposal from the Wilds HOA regarding the bituminous slab at Wilds Park; if no proposal is received by May 31, 2022, the city will remove the slab. The council also discussed the housing subsidy policy and community funding requests, with staff instructed to bring revised drafts to future meetings. No formal votes were taken.

• Directed staff to request HOA proposal for Wilds Park slab; removal if no proposal by May 31, 2022
• Instructed Finance Director to bring edited housing subsidy policy to future meeting
• Instructed Finance Director to bring final draft of community funding request policy to future meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider the final plan approval for Scout Drive and Dehler Drive. The meeting includes a consent agenda with various administrative approvals and a public hearing for delinquent accounts.

• Final plan approval for Scout Drive & Dehler Drive
• Project design for Heritage Drive Trail
• Public hearing for delinquent accounts
• Resolution for annexation
• Approval of 2021 Business Relief

The Sartell City Council approved the final plan and specifications for the Scout Drive and Dehler Drive project and ordered advertisement for bids. The consent agenda was approved with one item (Fire Department Operational Recommendations) voted on separately due to the mayor's abstention. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a closed session for the city administrator's performance review.

• Approved final plan and specs for Scout Drive and Dehler Drive, ordered advertisement for bids (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda without item K (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item K: Fire Department Operational Recommendations (4-0, mayor abstained)
• Approved minutes of September 13, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Recessed and reconvened for closed session on city administrator performance review (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a preliminary levy and a public hearing for the final levy. The meeting includes a presentation from Flaherty & Hood lobbyists and a discussion on the Park Improvement Plan.

• Preliminary Levy
• Approval of Public Hearing for Final Levy
• Park Improvement Plan
• Resolution for Annexation
• Civic Systems ERP, Laserfiche, and Sauk River Regional Park Agreements

The council approved the Park Improvement Plan, which includes removing the sport court at The Wilds Park and relocating it to Pinecone Central Park, with the parking lot remaining under an HOA agreement. The council also approved the preliminary 2022 budget with a 6.58% levy increase and a flat tax rate, and lifted the water ban.

• Approved Park Improvement Plan with sport court relocation to Pinecone Central Park (5-0)
• Approved Preliminary 2022 General Fund Budget and Tax Levy with 6.58% increase (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda item D (lease agreement) with added wording for garbage cans and picnic tables (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item N (easement offers) with Smith abstaining (4-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda without items D and N (5-0)
• Approved August 23, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Council consensus to remove water ban

Planning Commission

The Sartell Planning Commission unanimously approved a vacation request for River Oaks Lane, recommended approval of a rezone application for a 20-acre parcel in LeSauk Township to I1-Light Industrial, and approved an amended preliminary plat for River Crossings. All decisions were made without opposition.

• Approved vacation request for River Oaks Lane (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezone application for 20-acre parcel to I1-Light Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved amended preliminary plat of River Crossings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a finance budgeting update. No other substantive items are listed for decision.

• Finance budgeting update

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting to review the proposed 2022 Budget and Preliminary Levy, which includes a 0% tax rate increase. The council recommended bringing the budget and levy to the September 13, 2021 meeting for approval. They also discussed the Food & Beverage tax special election and potential uses of the funds for recreational, park, and recreation purposes. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Reviewed proposed 2022 Budget and Preliminary Levy with 0% tax rate increase
• Recommended bringing 2022 Budget and Levy to September 13, 2021 meeting for approval
• Discussed Food & Beverage tax special election and eligible fund uses

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding ordinance amendments. The body is also reviewing several contracts and purchases, including a public safety lot expansion and water meter purchases.

• Public hearings on ordinance amendments
• Approval of Public Safety Lot Expansion
• Approval of Water Meter Purchase
• Approval of NAC Contract and Revize Agreement
• Discussion of Rebrand Survey Analysis and Park Vision

The Sartell City Council approved the Park Vision and PRCE Model, which includes moving the Wilds Park sport court to Pinecone Central Park. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a bid for an unspecified project, and approved water meter purchases and a lease purchase agreement. The park plan will be brought as-is to the next meeting for final approval.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Aug 9 regular and special meetings (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a-e and g-i (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda item f (bid) (4-0)
• Approved summary ordinance and ordinance amendments (4-0)
• Approved PRCE Model for Park Vision (4-0)
• Approved Lease Purchase Agreement Resolution for water meters (4-0)
• Approved Service Agreement and Meter Purchases (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive an update on finance budgeting. This meeting is scheduled to take place immediately following the regular city council meeting.

• Finance budgeting update

The Sartell City Council approved a water restriction allowing watering one day per week with the splash pad open on weekends, and gave staff latitude to impose a full ban if the DNR requires a 25% usage level. The council also approved the orderly annexation agreement with Lesauk Township, including a joint resolution and a joint powers agreement for special assessments. The consent agenda was approved with three items removed for discussion, all later approved individually. A public hearing on the Scout and Dehler preliminary assessment was held, and the council approved the resolution ordering improvements and preparation of plans.

• Approved water restriction: 1 day/week watering, splash pad weekends only, staff can impose full ban if DNR requires (5-0)
• Approved Joint Resolution for Orderly Annexation between Lesauk Township and City of Sartell (5-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement Facilitating Special Assessments in Town of Lesauk and City of Sartell Orderly Annexation Area (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items b, c, h after removal for discussion (5-0 each)
• Approved Resolution Ordering Improvement and Preparation of Plans for Scout and Dehler project (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 26th meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an orderly annexation agreement with LeSauk Township and a Park Vision & Park Improvement Plan. The body will also hold a preliminary assessment hearing for Scout & Dehler.

• Sartell-LeSauk Township Orderly Annexation Agreement
• Park Vision & Park Improvement Plan
• Scout & Dehler Preliminary Assessment Hearing
• Resolution accepting ARPA funds
• Heritage Drive seal coating quotes

The Sartell City Council approved a water restriction allowing one-day-per-week watering with the splash pad open on weekends, and authorized staff to impose a full ban if the DNR requires a 25% reduction from January usage. The council also approved the orderly annexation agreement with Lesauk Township and a joint powers agreement for special assessments, along with the consent agenda items (excluding three that were discussed separately). A public hearing on the Scout and Dehler preliminary assessment was held, and the council approved the resolution ordering improvements and preparation of plans.

• Approved water restriction: 1 day/week watering, splash pad open weekends only, staff can impose full ban if DNR requires (5-0)
• Approved Joint Resolution for Orderly Annexation between Lesauk Township and City of Sartell (5-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement Facilitating Special Assessments in Town of Lesauk and City of Sartell Orderly Annexation Area (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items b, c, and h after separate discussion (each 5-0)
• Approved Resolution Ordering Improvement and Preparation of Plans for Scout and Dehler project (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 26th meeting (5-0)

Special Meeting 5:30

This is a brief special meeting of the Sartell City Council with only three agenda items: approving the agenda, a meet-and-greet with the ISD 748 superintendent, and adjournment. No decisions or substantive discussions are listed.

• Approve agenda
• Meet & greet with ISD 748 superintendent
• Adjourn

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting to meet Dr. Jeff Ridlehoover, the new superintendent of the Sartell-St. Stephen School District, and discuss city-school partnership and future collaboration. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural only.

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing a variance request for a pool that encroaches on a storm water pond easement. The meeting also addressed the River Crossings preliminary plat and updates regarding city park inventory.

• Variance Request: 3217 12th Avenue N (pool encroachment into drainage easement)
• River Crossings Preliminary Plat review
• Preusser Enterprises Preliminary and Final Plat approval
• Coborn’s Inc. five-year Interim Use Permit renewals
• City park inventory update including Wilds neighborhood park relocation

The Sartell Planning Commission unanimously denied a variance request to construct a pool in a drainage and utility easement on 12th Ave N, after finding the request did not meet the third criteria of the findings of facts. The commission recommended a new design. The meeting also included updates on the River Crossings preliminary plat, StorageLink concept plans, and a potential rezoning on Roberts Road, but no other decisions were made.

• Denied variance for pool construction in drainage/utility easement on 12th Ave N (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 (unanimous)

City Council

The Sartell City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals and hold a public hearing on the 19th Ave South preliminary assessment. They will also discuss the County Road 1 final design and DNR water demand restrictions. The agenda includes consent items such as police vehicle purchases and a fire department staffing request.

• Public hearing on 19th Ave South preliminary assessment
• Police vehicle purchases (River Crossings)
• Coborn's Inc. interim use permits
• County Road 1 final design discussion
• Voucher payments 83396-83498 and electronic payments 5023e-5038e

The Sartell City Council approved the River Crossings preliminary plat with conditions, despite resident concerns about access and a proposed car wash location. The council also approved interim use permits for Coborn's outdoor garden stands, a preliminary assessment for the 19th Ave South project, and the final design for County Road 1. Water restrictions were directed in response to DNR requirements, limiting watering to two days per week and closing the splash pad on weekdays.

• Approved River Crossings preliminary plat with conditions (5-0)
• Approved Coborn's Inc. interim use permits for outdoor garden and vegetable stands (5-0)
• Approved resolution ordering improvement and preparation of plans for 19th Ave South (5-0)
• Approved resolution approving plans for County Road 1 and municipal consent (5-0)
• Directed staff to implement water restrictions: two watering days per week and splash pad closed on weekdays
• Approved consent agenda including police vehicle purchase and other items (5-0)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Preusser Enterprises Preliminary and Final Plat. The body will also consider several policy approvals and review a feasibility report for Scout & Dehler.

• Public hearing for Preusser Enterprises Preliminary and Final Plat
• Approval of Personnel, Addressing, Adopt-A-Street, and Financial policies
• Review of Scout & Dehler Feasibility Report
• Approval of Voucher Payments 83316 - 83395 and Electronic Payments 5010e – 5022e

The Sartell City Council approved the preliminary and final plat for Preusser Enterprises after a public hearing. The council also approved the consent agenda, including voucher payments, personnel policy, fund closures, addressing policy, Adopt-A-Street policy, financial policies, and a donation. Additionally, they approved the Council Committee and Commission Appointments with changes to remove the limit of three associations/commissions, and approved the Scout and Dehler Feasibility Report and resolution for a public hearing.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes of the June 28th special and regular meetings.
• Approved the consent agenda, including voucher payments, personnel policy, fund closures, addressing policy, Adopt-A-Street policy, financial policies, and a donation.
• Approved the Preliminary and Final Plat for Preusser Enterprises.
• Approved Council Committee and Commission Appointments, Charters, and Guidelines, removing the limit of three associations/commissions.
• Approved the Scout and Dehler Feasibility Report and the resolution for the public hearing.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:34 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing preliminary and final plats for commercial developments and an interim use permit for retail sales. The body will also discuss the Midnight Oaks Estates project.

• Preusser Enterprises preliminary and final plat for a 2.09-acre parcel near County Road 1 and Trunk Highway 15
• River Crossings preliminary plat for a 6.75-acre parcel on River Oaks Drive
• Coborn’s Incorporated interim use permit for floral displays and produce tent sales at two locations
• Midnight Oaks Estates project discussion
• Review of 6 commercial lots and 1 outlot for the River Crossings development

The Sartell Planning Commission approved a preliminary and final plat for Preusser Enterprises, splitting an existing property into two lots with a shared entrance off Evergreen Drive. They also approved the preliminary plat for River Crossings, a development at County Road 1 and Highway 15, with road upgrades paid by the developer. Additionally, they approved five-year interim use permit renewals for Coborn's Inc. at two locations, allowing sales of floral, produce, and other items in parking lots. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on Midnight Oaks Estates, park plans, and other projects.

• Approved preliminary and final plat for Preusser Enterprises lot split (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for River Crossings development (unanimous)
• Approved five-year interim use permit renewals for Coborn's Inc. at two locations (unanimous)

City Council

The Sartell City Council is holding a special meeting with a short agenda covering administrator updates and financial/budget updates. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are listed, so the meeting appears to be primarily informational.

• Administrator updates
• Financial and budget updates

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting on June 28, 2021, receiving updates from the City Administrator and Finance Director. The park amenity inventory and committee guidelines were presented for discussion and referred to future regular meetings for further action. No formal decisions or votes were made during this special meeting.

• Referred the updated park amenity inventory to a future regular City Council meeting for discussion.
• Referred the Council Committees, Commissions, & Associations Guidelines and Charters to a future regular City Council meeting for appointments and approvals.
• Scheduled a budget workshop for August 23, 2021, to review the 2022 levy prior to preliminary approval in September.

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the Financial Management Plan and a feasibility study for 19th Ave S. The body will also consider approvals for voucher payments, hiring, and contracts for NAC and telecomm services.

• Feasibility Study for 19th Ave S
• Financial Management Plan
• NAC Contract approval
• Telecomm Services Contract approval
• Voucher Payments 83234 - 83315 and Electronic Payments 4986e - 5009e

The Sartell City Council approved the 19th Ave S Feasibility Study and set a public hearing for July 26, 2021. They also approved updated Council Policies and the Financial Management Plan. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 14 special and regular meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a, b, d (vouchers, hiring, telecomm contract) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item c (NAC contract) (5-0)
• Approved Council Policies with amendments (5-0)
• Approved Financial Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved 19th Ave S Feasibility Study and resolution to set public hearing on July 26, 2021 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Midnight Oaks Estates Preliminary Plat. The body is also reviewing the Sauk River Regional Park Plan and 2021 street repair projects.

• Public hearing for Midnight Oaks Estates Preliminary Plat
• Approval of Sauk River Regional Park Plan
• Discussion of 2021 Street Repair Projects
• Approval of Asset Management System purchase
• Approval of Annexation Resolution

The Sartell City Council approved the preliminary plat for Midnight Oaks Estates after a public hearing. The council also approved the Sauk River Regional Park Plan, awarded the 2021 street repair work to C & L Excavating, and approved most consent agenda items, tabling the Council Meeting Policies for further discussion.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes of the May 24, 2021 special and regular meetings.
• Approved the consent agenda items a, d, e, g, h, i, j, and k (excluding b, c, f).
• Approved the Asset Management System Purchase (item b).
• Approved the Data Practices Policy (item c).
• Tabled the Council Meeting Policies (item f) until the next meeting under old business.
• Approved the Midnight Oaks Estates preliminary plat.
• Approved the Sauk River Regional Park Plan resolution and awarded the 2021 street repair work to C & L Excavating.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a tour of the Old Sartell Bridge. The session also includes administrator updates.

• Old Sartell Bridge tour at Riverside Ave S

The City Council held a special meeting to tour the Old Sartell Bridge and discuss the County Road 1 project, including speed signs, pedestrian crossings, and trail locations. No formal votes were taken; official approvals are scheduled for a regular meeting in August or September. The council also reviewed an updated park amenity inventory and ordinance revisions for future consideration.

• Toured Old Sartell Bridge for pedestrian opening in 2022
• Discussed County Road 1 project details (no formal action)
• Reviewed park amenity inventory for alignment with park categories
• Discussed ordinance revision updates for future approval

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to provide an administrator update and present life saving awards to law enforcement. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 PM at City Hall.

• Law Enforcement Life Saving Awards

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting on May 24, 2021, with Mayor Ryan Fitzthum and Council Members Smith and Kolb present; Councilmembers Elness and Lewandowski arrived late. The council reviewed a draft agreement for the Great River Regional Library (GRRL) locker system and advised City Administrator Anna Gruber to bring it to a future meeting with suggested edits. No formal decisions were made; the meeting also included a presentation on meeting and committee policies and the awarding of life-saving awards to police, fire, and county personnel.

• Deferred GRRL library locker agreement to future meeting with suggested edits
• Received presentation on Council Meeting Policies and Committee Policies/Structures
• Presented Life Saving Awards to police officers, a Benton County deputy, and assistant fire chief

Closed Meeting

The City Council is holding a closed meeting to conduct an attorney-client discussion. The session focuses on the litigation between AIM Development and the City of Sartell.

• Attorney-client discussion regarding AIM Development v. the City of Sartell litigation

The Sartell City Council held a closed meeting on May 24, 2021, to discuss attorney-client privilege items with attorneys John Baker and Igor Lenzer. The council approved the agenda and adjourned unanimously. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the preliminary assessment for County Road 1. The body is also reviewing a rezone for parcels on River Oaks Lane and the Watab Parking Improvement Design.

• Preliminary Assessment Hearing for County Road 1
• Rezone of parcels on River Oaks Lane
• Watab Parking Improvement Design
• Sauk River Regional Park Trail Design approval
• Approval of COVID 19 Policy Version 7

The Sartell City Council approved the rezoning of parcels on River Oaks Lane by a 4-1 vote, with Council Member Kolb dissenting. The council also approved ordering plans for the County Road 1 improvement project after a public hearing, and approved a design proposal for Watab Park parking improvements. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda and minutes, were approved unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of parcels on River Oaks Lane (4-1)
• Approved ordering of plans for County Road 1 project (5-0)
• Approved Watab Park parking improvement design proposal (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a-e and g-n (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item f, AED agreement (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 10 regular and special meetings (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to receive updates from the Finance and Community Development departments. The agenda consists of procedural items and departmental reports.

• Finance update
• Community Development update

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting on May 10, 2021, to review the Capital Improvements Plan, discuss a right-of-way concern and a storage unit concept, and consider a land exchange for Sauk River Regional Park. No formal decisions were made; the council provided guidance and requested revisions to be reviewed at future meetings.

• Reviewed Capital Improvements Plan for 2022 budget planning (no action)
• Provided guidance on right-of-way concern at Lot 15 Savanna Oaks (future action)
• Provided guidance on storage unit concept for south Sartell (future action)
• Generally agreed with land exchange concept for Sauk River Regional Park (future approval)
• Requested revision to park amenity inventory (future workshop)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including COVID-19 policies and mobile home park agreements. Public hearings are scheduled regarding river oaks lane rezoning and the MS4 annual report.

• Rezoning of River Oaks Lane from Single-Family Residential to Business Commercial
• MS4 Annual Report public hearing
• Fiber & Conduit Agreement discussion
• Approval of various variances, permits, and licenses
• Approval of voucher and electronic payments

The Sartell City Council approved the FY 2020 audit, the consent agenda (including the Sartell Mobile Home Park Agreement), and a Fiber and Conduit Agreement with Arvig. A public hearing on rezoning parcels on River Oaks Lane from single-family residential to business commercial was held, but no decision was made; further action will be taken at a future meeting. The MS4 Annual Report was also presented with no testimony, and action was deferred.

• Approved FY 2020 audit (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda without item C (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda item C: Sartell Mobile Home Park Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Fiber and Conduit Agreement with Arvig (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 22 and April 26 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to create 23 single-family lots at Midnight Oaks Estates. The body is also considering a storage link facility on County Road 4 and several rezoning applications.

• Midnight Oaks Estates: Preliminary plat for 23 single-family lots on a 9-acre parcel near 3rd Avenue Northeast and 6th Street Northeast
• County Road 4 Storage Link Facility review
• Rezoning applications for parcels 17.09314.0000, 17.09315.0000, 92.56571.0130, 92.56716.0003, 92.56717.0000, and 92.56717.0001

The Sartell Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for Wollak Development from I-1 light industrial to R-2 two-family residential, with a buffer requirement. They denied a variance request from Andy and Janet Ruth for a home at 862 Terry Lane, citing adequate space without the variance. The commission approved a variance for Ted and Kathy Hullsiek to build an accessory structure in the front yard on Riverside Ave N. They also approved zoning amendments for R-2 and denied proposed changes to B-2 commercial CUP applications.

• Recommended approval of Wollak Development rezoning to R-2 (unanimous)
• Denied Ruth variance request for setback at 862 Terry Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Hullsiek variance for front yard accessory structure (unanimous)
• Approved zoning amendments for R-2 and CUP changes (unanimous)
• Denied proposed B-2 commercial CUP changes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent items including zoning amendments and a YMCA lifeguarding agreement. The body will also discuss the County Road 1 Reconstruct project and receive annual reports from city departments.

• Resolution for Zoning Amendments
• County Road 1 Reconstruct
• YMCA Lifeguarding Agreement
• Resolution Supporting SF 2314 and HF 2456
• Approval of Fire Bylaws

The Sartell City Council approved the feasibility study for the County Road 1 Street and Utility Improvements, along with a resolution receiving the preliminary report and setting a public hearing. The consent agenda was approved, including fire bylaws, after removing item 6b for discussion. All votes were unanimous with four members present.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved minutes from April 12 regular and special meetings (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda without item 6b (4-0)
• Approved fire bylaws (item 6b) after discussion (4-0)
• Approved County Road 1 feasibility study (4-0)
• Approved resolution receiving preliminary report for County Road 1 (4-0)
• Approved setting public hearing for County Road 1 improvements (4-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Sartell City Council consisting solely of an educational work session. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is procedural and contains no substantive items.

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting on April 22, 2021, consisting solely of an educational work session led by City Attorney Adam Ripple. The session covered city operations, council and staff roles, Open Meeting Law, Data Practices, and Conflicts of Interest. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 8:00 PM.

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session to conduct goal setting and receive an engineering update.

• Goal setting discussion
• Engineering update

The City Council held a special meeting to review departmental goals and receive updates on the County Road 1 project. Council requested monthly and quarterly goal updates and expressed support for a concept to lower local speed limits to 25 mph in the St. Cloud area. No formal decisions were made.

• Requested monthly goal status updates to City Administrator
• Requested quarterly goal updates to Council
• Supported 25 mph speed limit concept for local roads

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning amendments, a rezone request, and platting approvals. The body will also review purchase agreements and a quit claim deed related to Great River Bowl Three.

• Public hearings for Sartell Oaks Plat 2 and 1154 14th Ave East rezone request
• Purchase agreements for Lot 1 and Lot 2 Great River Bowl Three
• Annexation resolution for Preusser Property, LLC
• Final Plat and Development Agreement for Ferche Pinecone South Plat 11
• Approval of 19th Ave S Variance

The Sartell City Council approved the final plat and development agreement for Ferche Pinecone South Plat 11, including redlined language that does not require the developer to construct a roadway and passes the estimated $500,000 cost to a future developer. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a purchase agreement for Lot 1, Block 2 of Pinecone Central Park, and approved a rezoning request for 1154 14th Ave E in Benton County. A variance for a non-conforming accessory building on Riverside Ave N was granted, and the council supported efforts to place outdoor AED machines in Sartell.

• Approved Ferche Pinecone South Plat 11 final plat and development agreement with redlined language (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including purchase agreement for Lot 1, Block 2, Pinecone Central Park (5-0)
• Approved rezoning for 1154 14th Ave E in Benton County (5-0)
• Approved variance for non-conforming accessory building on Riverside Ave N (5-0)
• Approved Sartell Oaks Plat 2 preliminary and final plat (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item 06D with redlines (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item 06H (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 22, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will review a potential land swap between city parks involving Sauk River Regional Park and Whitney Park. Additional items include rezoning requests for Wollak Development and several residential variance applications.

• Sauk River Regional Park land swap with City of St. Cloud
• Wollak Development rezoning request near Highway 15 and County Road 29
• Janet Ruth variance request for home setbacks on Terry Lane
• Kathy & Ted Hullsiek variance request for a garage on Riverside Ave N
• Roger Frie and Randy Klaphake subdivision request for 1706 17th Street North

The Sartell Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning for Wollak Development from I-1 light industrial to R-2 two-family residential, with a condition to work on a buffer. They denied a variance request from Andy and Janet Ruth for a reduced setback from the Watab River. They approved a variance for the Hullsieks to build an accessory structure in the front yard. The commission also approved zoning amendments for R-2 and R-3 districts, but denied proposed changes to B-2 commercial CUP applications.

• Approved agenda as presented.
• Approved minutes of March 1, 2021.
• Tabled Sauk River Regional Park discussion to May meeting.
• Recommended approval of Wollak Development rezone from I-1 to R-2.
• Denied Ruth variance request for reduced setback from Watab River.
• Approved Hullsiek variance for accessory structure in front yard.
• Approved zoning amendments for R-2 and R-3 districts.
• Denied proposed changes to B-2 Commercial Business CUP applications.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Ferche South Pinecone Plat 11 Preliminary Plat. The body will also review voucher and electronic payments and consider several budgeted public works items.

• Public hearing: Ferche South Pinecone Plat 11 Preliminary Plat
• Purchase agreement for Lot 5 of Great River Bowl Three
• Approval of budgeted public works equipment
• Approval of budgeted manhole spray foaming
• Approval of voucher payments 82582-82665 and electronic payments 4848e-4859e

The Sartell City Council approved the preliminary plat for Ferche South Pinecone Plat 11, a consent agenda item for a purchase agreement for Lot 5 of Great River Bowl Three, and other routine items. The council also approved a modified easement dedication, moving a fire easement to between lots 2 and 3, and approved the hiring of Peter Kedrowski as the first full-time fire chief. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2021 regular and special meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a, c, d, and f (voucher payments, hiring, budgeted equipment, manhole spray foaming, easement dedications, purchase agreement for Lot 5 of Great River Bowl Three) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item e with fire easement moved to between lots 2 and 3, removing easement between lots 3 and 4 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item b (hiring) (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat of Ferche South Pinecone Plat 11 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of 2051 1st Street North. The body will also review a consent agenda containing various agreements and plat approvals. Department reports from police, fire, and public works are scheduled.

• Public hearing for rezoning of 2051 1st Street North
• Approval of Karma Estates 2nd Addition Final Plat & Resolution
• Approval of Lift Station #2 Replacement Design Agreement
• Approval of Northern Natural Gas Agreement
• Approval of Scout & Dehler Funding Agreement Resolution

The Sartell City Council approved the consent agenda, including a Northern Natural Gas agreement, and separately approved a rezoning ordinance for 2051 1st St N to Rural Residential after a public hearing with no testimony. The council also approved minutes from previous meetings and adjourned at 6:23 p.m.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously.
• Approved the minutes from the February 22 and February 24 meetings.
• Approved consent agenda items A and C-M, including vouchers, plats, agreements, and permits.
• Approved consent agenda item B, the Northern Natural Gas Agreement, after discussion.
• Approved the ordinance rezoning 2051 1st St N to Rural Residential.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:23 p.m.

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Sartell City Council held immediately after the regular meeting. The agenda includes only an update on goal setting, with no other substantive items. It is largely procedural.

• Goal setting update

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting to review the 2021 Goal Setting progress. City Administrator Anna Gruber presented goals established by the Council and objectives set by staff, which are measurable and attainable. No formal decisions were made; the goals are scheduled for deeper review and approval at the April workshop before budget planning.

• Reviewed 2021 Goal Setting progress (no vote)
• Deferred goal approval to April workshop

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing final plats for new residential developments and discussing zoning amendments. The body will also consider a property rezone and updates to existing development concept plans.

• Karma Estates 2nd Addition: proposed 20 single-family lots near 19th Ave S and 15th St S
• Pipers Acre Plat: proposed 2 single-family lots near 19th Ave S and 15th St S
• Zoning Amendment Discussion: proposed 200-foot setback for self-storage in B-2 districts from Pinecone Road
• Rezone request for the Klein Property
• Ferche South Pinecone Plat 11 review

The commission approved the final plat for Karma Estates 2nd Addition and the plat for Sartell Oaks Plat 2, both unanimously. They also approved the preliminary and final plat for Ferche South Pinecone Plat 11. Discussions on zoning amendments for storage units and R-2 setbacks were tabled for further drafting, and the Klein Property rezoning was discussed but not decided.

• Approved final plat for Karma Estates 2nd Addition (unanimous)
• Approved plat for Sartell Oaks Plat 2 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Ferche South Pinecone Plat 11 (unanimous)
• Tabled zoning amendment to prohibit storage unit CUPs along Pinecone Road corridor
• Tabled R-2 setback amendment discussion for further drafting

City Council

The City Council will meet to approve voucher and electronic payments. The body is also considering a temporary liquor license and several professional agreements. No public hearings or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Voucher Payments 82390-82500 and Electronic Payments 4816e-4836e
• Temporary Liquor License
• NTS Proposal
• Scout & Dehler Appraisal Agreements
• Phase I Survey

The Sartell City Council met on February 22, 2021, and approved the agenda, minutes from prior meetings, and the consent agenda (items A, B, C, E, F, G) after removing item D for discussion. Item D, the NTS proposal, was then approved separately after confirming no cost change. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Feb 8 regular and special meetings (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda without item D (unanimous)
• Approved NTS proposal (item D) (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive updates regarding finance and parks. No specific actions or votes are listed for these items.

• Finance update
• Park updates

The Sartell City Council held a special meeting on January 27, 2021, to review offers on excess properties and discuss upcoming park developments. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Reviewed offers on excess properties (no action taken)
• Discussed upcoming neighborhood meeting with The Wilds Neighborhood HOA (no action taken)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to receive updates regarding finances and parks. The agenda consists of procedural items and status reports.

• Finance update
• Park updates

The Sartell City Council approved a financial advisor contract agreement and the consent agenda, which included items such as voucher payments, a final plat for Eagle Ridge Estates, and a lift station generator quote. All votes were unanimous. The meeting also included a presentation from the Benton Economic Partnership and monthly department reports.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 25 and Jan 27 meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, plat, and agreements (5-0)
• Approved financial advisor contract agreement (5-0)
• Adjourned at 6:35 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review and potentially approve a final plat for Eagle Ridge Estates Phase 4. The body will also discuss variance requests and updates on city excess properties.

• Eagle Ridge Estates Phase 4: Proposed 25 single-family lots and 12th Ave N extension
• Variance request for Dale and Kathryn Struffert
• Wollak Development rezone request
• Update on RFPs for City excess properties
• Concept plans for Mike Kloss in Benton County

The Sartell Planning Commission approved the final plat for Eagle Ridge Estates 4 unanimously. The commission also approved the sale of city excess properties, noting the proposed plat and zoning align with the Comprehensive Plan. Several other items were discussed but not decided, including a rezoning request and a concept plan for future development.

• Approved final plat for Eagle Ridge Estates 4 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of excess city properties (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 7, 2020 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to review an amended 2021 budget and a legislative update from Flaherty & Hood. The body will also consider several infrastructure and service agreements.

• Approval of Amended 2021 Budget
• Approval of 19th Avenue Agreements
• Approval of North Water Treatment Plant Condition Assessment Agreement
• Approval of Scout & Dehler Soil Boring Agreement
• Resolution for Mighty Ducks Grant

The Sartell City Council approved a resolution supporting local businesses during the pandemic, including refunding 2020 liquor license fees for on-sale applicants. The council also approved the consent agenda, including several agreements and appointments, and authorized staff to list excess properties for sale or negotiate proposals.

• Approved resolution supporting local businesses and refunding 2020 liquor license fees (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a-g, i-n (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item h, 19th Avenue agreements (5-0)
• Approved recommendations for excess properties: list old Fire Hall with broker, negotiate for old police station and warm storage, extend RFP for Pinecone Road North property (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on the 2021 meeting schedule, fee schedule amendments, and budgeted police equipment purchases. The body will also consider a design and construction agreement with Scout & Dehler.

• 2021 Fee Schedule Amendments
• 2021 Budgeted Police Equipment Purchases
• Scout & Dehler Design & Construction Agreement
• Tri-County Humane Society Agreement Renewal
• Resolution for 2021 Annual Appointments & Designations

The Sartell City Council approved a design and construction agreement for the Scout & Dehler project, estimated at $6.4 million with a $5.5 million MnDOT grant. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a switchboard proposal, and adopted the 2021 annual appointments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Scout & Dehler Design and Construction Agreement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a-d, f-k (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda item e, switchboard proposal (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Making Certain Appointments for 2021 (5-0)
• Approved December 14, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Sartell City Council. The agenda includes discussion of the Great River Bowl Three plat and property, a finance update, and goal setting for 2021. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Great River Bowl Three plat and property discussion
• Finance update
• 2021 goal setting

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss several items. They requested that 100% of 2020 liquor license fees be reimbursed to on-sale liquor license holders, with approval to be brought to the January 25th regular meeting. The Council also discussed the sale of a small property to Great River Bowl/Partners Pub and began planning for 2021 goal setting.

• Requested 100% reimbursement of 2020 liquor license fees (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Discussed Great River Bowl Plat Three property sale and easement
• Discussed 2021 goal setting process