St. Francis public meetings in 2023
47 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding an educational facility zoning ordinance amendment and the 2023 code revisions. The meeting includes a review of the September 20, 2023, minutes.
- Public hearing: Educational Facility Zoning Ordinance Amendment
- Public hearing: 2023 Code Revisions
City Council
The Council will discuss the fire and security system for the City Hall/Fire Station. The meeting also includes reviews of personnel policy revisions and police officer memorandums of understanding. Several administrative items are presented for approval via the consent agenda.
- City Hall Fire Station fire and security system
- MOU for LELS 319 Police Officers and LELS 411 Sergeants
- Change orders for City Hall/Fire Station Project
- Stahl Construction Pay Application No. 3
- MN Deer Association gambling permit application
The City Council approved revisions to the city's personnel policy and updated collective bargaining agreements for police officers, police sergeants, and public works staff. The council also approved a consent agenda including various hiring and payment items.
- Approved personnel policy revisions (3-0)
- Approved collective bargaining agreement updates for LELS 319 Police Officers (3-0)
- Approved collective bargaining agreement updates for LELS 411 Sergeants (3-0)
- Approved collective bargaining agreement updates for EUOE Union Local 49 Public Works Staff (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including towing MOU, hiring of Administrative Captain Tim Kizer, and payment of claims (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hear a presentation on the proposed 2024 budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding fire service contracts and firefighter pension increases.
- 2024 Proposed Budget Presentation
- PERA SVF Pension Increase for Part-Time Firefighters
- City of Nowthen Fire Service Contract
- Fire Department Management Services, City of Bethel
- Joint City Fire Service RFP
The City Council approved the 2024 budget and tax levy despite public opposition regarding property tax increases. The Council also expanded fire service agreements with Nowthen and Bethel and increased pension benefits for part-time firefighters.
- Adopted Resolution 2023-70 certifying 2024 taxes payable (3-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-71 adopting the 2024 budget (3-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-69 to increase benefit levels for firefighters in the statewide volunteer plan (5-0)
- Accepted fire service contract extension from the City of Nowthen (5-0)
- Accepted fire department management service contract for the City of Bethel (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including 2024 business license renewals and payment of claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a second reading for the AutoZone rezoning and an update to the city fee schedule. Other items include amending a special assessment for 23462 University Ave NW and discussing a new audio contract for the City Hall/Fire Station.
- AutoZone Rezoning (Ordinance 322) second reading
- Special assessment amendment for 23462 University Ave NW
- City Code fee schedule update (Ordinance 324) second reading
- City Hall / Fire Station audio contract discussion
- Dellwood River Park Riverbank Stabilization Project pay estimate
The City Council approved a rezoning request for an AutoZone location and updated the city's fee schedule. The council also authorized a $4,500 special assessment for a property cleanup and approved a new audio contract for the City Hall/Fire Station.
- Approved rezoning of Lot 1 Block 1 Crown 2nd Addition from BPK to B-2 (5-0)
- Approved $4,500 special assessment with 10% interest for 23462 University Ave (4-1)
- Approved Ordinance 324 updating the City Code Fee Schedule (5-0)
- Approved audio contract quote from Intereum for City Hall/Fire Station (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda items A-H, I, and J-O (5-0)
- Scheduled Hwy 47 Elected Officials Meeting for January 11, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Parks Commission
The Parks Commission will meet at the Public Works Building to conduct regular business. The agenda includes appointing a chair and co-chair for the commission.
- Appointment of Chair and Co-Chair
The Parks Commission appointed Barb Anderson as Chair and Daria Shiffer as Co-Chair. They approved quarterly meeting dates for 2024 and reviewed the existing Park Plan, noting community interest in a splash pad and future park uses. No new projects were approved, and the 2024 park budget amount was not yet determined.
- Approved agenda (3-0)
- Appointed Barb Anderson as Chair (3-0)
- Appointed Daria Shiffer as Co-Chair (3-0)
- Established 2024 meeting dates: Feb 8, May 9, Aug 8 (3-0)
- Agreed to add Commission member photos to website
- Adjourned meeting (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review an ordinance update regarding the city code fee schedule. The agenda also includes several items for consent, such as street rehabilitation project payments and property disposal.
- Ordinance 324: Amending section 2-9-1 of the city code regarding the fee schedule
- 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project – Final Payment
- 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project – Pay Estimate No. 1
- Resolution 2023-62: Declaring surplus property and authorizing disposal
- Resolution 2023-63: Authorizing certification of municipal utility services and maintenance liens
The City Council approved an updated fee schedule and a 3% cost-of-living increase for non-union employees. The council also authorized a new hybrid Administrative Captain position and updated City Hall's public business hours.
- Approved Resolution 2023-63 to certify delinquent utility and service fees as liens (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance 324 updating the city fee schedule (5-0)
- Approved 3% COLA for non-union employees (5-0)
- Approved Administrative Captain hybrid position for City Hall and Fire Department (4-1)
- Approved new City Hall hours: Mon-Thu 7:00am-5:30pm, Fri 7:00am-11:00am (5-0)
- Continued special assessment proceeding for 23462 University Avenue Northwest (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including surplus property disposal and contract renewals (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. Topics include financial assistance for Vista Prairie and the American Legion, as well as an Administrative Captain hybrid position.
- Vista Prairie Financial Assistance
- American Legion – Fire Suppression Assistance
- Administrative Captain Hybrid Position
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss public safety funding and the reconstruction of Highway 47. The meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2023, at the Community Center.
- Public Safety Funding
- Hwy 47 Reconstruction
City Council
The St. Francis City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items like minutes, employment offers, and a grant agreement. Under old business, the council will take a second reading of an ordinance amending the gun club zoning code. New business includes a nuisance abatement for a property and proposals for Highway 47 funding.
- Ordinance 323 amending section 10-65-02 Gun Club in zoning code – second reading
- Resolution 2023-61 authorizing summary publication of Ordinance 323
- Nuisance abatement at 23462 University Ave NW
- Hwy 47 proposals for Regional and HSIP funding
- Resolution 2023-49 for counting write-in votes
The Council approved an ordinance modifying the zoning code for the Minnetonka Game & Fish Club and authorized a nuisance abatement notice for a property on University Avenue. Additionally, the Council approved the scope of work for grant applications to fund Highway 47 intersection improvements.
- Approved Ordinance 323 modifying zoning code section 10-65-02 for Gun Club (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-61 for summary publication of Ordinance 323 (5-0)
- Directed staff to provide nuisance findings and abatement order for 23462 University Ave (5-0)
- Approved scope of work for Regional and HSIP funding applications for Highway 47 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Well #3 Rehabilitation and payment of claims (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a special meeting regarding the Community Center at 23340 Cree St. NW. The primary business involves interviews for liquor store manager positions.
- Liquor Store Manager Interviews
City Council
The City Council will consider a first reading for an ordinance and conditional use permit amendment regarding the Minnetonka Game & Fish Club. The meeting also includes several items on the consent agenda involving project extensions and equipment replacement.
- Minnetonka Game & Fish Club CUP and Ordinance 323 amendment
- Resolution 2023-58: Bluffs at Rum River final plat submittal extension
- Resolution 2023-59: Northrop Grumman IUP extension for Richard D. Schroeder Ammunition Range site grading
- MMUA Safety Management Program Contract
- Rum River Swale Stabilization Project Agreement
The City Council approved a conditional use permit amendment for the Minnetonka Game & Fish Club and a zoning code modification. A code enforcement extension was granted for a property on Partridge Street NW. The Council also scheduled a work session to discuss a sprinkler waiver request from the American Legion.
- Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 323 to regulate gun club accessory structures via CUP (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-60 for Minnetonka Game & Fish Club CUP amendment (5-0)
- Approved code compliance extension for 24335 Partridge Street NW until June 26, 2024 (5-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda items A-F and H-I (5-0)
- Continued Well # 3 Rehabilitation to next meeting (5-0)
- Resolution 2023-58 extending Bluffs at Rum River final plat deadline approved (5-0)
- Resolution 2023-59 extending Northrop Grumman IUP for site grading approved (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a CUP amendment and ordinance amendment for the Minnetonka Game & Fish Club. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from August 16, 2023.
- Minnetonka Game & Fish Club CUP Amendment and Ordinance Amendment
The Planning Commission recommended approval for an amendment to the Minnetonka Game & Fish Club's Conditional Use Permit and an ordinance amendment regarding accessory structures for gun club uses. The commission also discussed financing delays regarding the Vista Prairie project.
- Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit amendment for Minnetonka Game and Fish Club (7-0)
- Recommended approval of ordinance amendment for additional gun club accessory structures (7-0)
City Council
The City Council will consider a proposed 2024 tax levy and adjustments for bonded indebtedness. The agenda includes public hearings for an AutoZone site plan and second readings for two rezoning ordinances. Additionally, the council will review bids for the Dellwood River Park Riverbank Stabilization Project.
- Public hearing: AutoZone Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Site Plan, and Easement Vacation
- Second reading: Serenity at Seelye Brook rezoning (Ordinance 312)
- Second reading: Turtle Ponds 6th Addition rezoning (Ordinance 321)
- Resolution 2023-55: Adjusting the debt service tax levy for 2024
- Resolution 2023-56: Preliminary approval of a proposed 2024 tax levy
The City Council approved a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and site plan for an AutoZone project. The council also gave preliminary approval for a 2024 tax levy and awarded a riverbank stabilization contract. Two other rezoning requests were finalized on second reading.
- Approved AutoZone comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, site plan, and easement vacation (4-0)
- Approved second reading of Serenity at Seelye Brook rezoning from A-2 to RR (4-0)
- Approved second reading of Turtle Run PUD amendment (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-55 adjusting the 2024 debt service tax levy (4-0)
- Approved preliminary 2024 tax levy with a 9.6% increase (4-0)
- Awarded Dellwood River Park riverbank stabilization contract to Bituminous Roadways Inc. (4-0)
- Scheduled Bottle Shop Manager interviews for Oct 3 and Work Session for Oct 17
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider a preliminary plat and lot width variance for the Serenity at Seelye Brook development. The agenda also includes discussion regarding the St. Francis Area Schools referendum election and a contract change order for City Hall/Fire Station.
- Serenity at Seelye Brook preliminary plat and lot width variance
- Northrop Grumman IUP Extension for site grading at Richard D. Schroeder Advanced Ammunition Range
- Rivers Edge 7th Addition final plat submittal extension to October 3, 2024
- St. Francis Area Schools Referendum Election discussion
- City Hall / Fire Station contract change order
The City Council approved a preliminary plat and a lot width variance for the Serenity at Seelye Brook development. Council also approved a contract change order for the new City Hall/Fire Station to make materials tax-exempt. A school district referendum for the November 7 Special Election was reviewed.
- Approved Resolution 2023-47 for reduced lot widths at Serenity at Seelye Brook (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-48 for the Serenity at Seelye Brook preliminary plat (3-0)
- Approved City Hall/Fire Station contract change order for tax-exempt materials (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-45 extending the Northrop Grumman IUP for site grading (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-46 extending the Rivers Edge 7th Addition final plat deadline to October 3, 2024 (3-0)
- Approved LESO 1033 Program (3-0)
- Approved Northrop Grumman Stormwater Agreement (3-0)
- Approved rental license approvals and payment of claims (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The St. Francis City Council will hold a special meeting to address new business items. The agenda includes an intent to terminate and discussions regarding liquor store management roles.
- Intent to Terminate
- Interim Liquor Store Manager position
- Bottle Shop Manager Profile and Posting
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) proposal regarding the 3731 property. This is the only item listed under new business for this meeting.
- MOU Proposal for 3731 Property
City Council
The City Council will address several items through the consent agenda and reports. This includes a performance review for the Liquor Store Manager and various administrative appointments.
- Resolution 2023-43: 2023 Appointments
- Final payment for Weber Construction-Liquor Store
- Resolution 2023-44: Official Signatures
- Police Department policy amendment
- Fire Department July monthly report
The City Council approved the consent agenda, including 2023 appointments and a liquor store final payment. Council members discussed reducing the city newsletter from four to three mailings per year but decided to maintain the current schedule until January to gather resident input.
- Approved regular City Council agenda (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2023-43 (Appointments for 2023) and Resolution 2023-44 (Official Signatures) (4-0)
- Approved final payment to Weber Construction for the Liquor Store (4-0)
- Directed staff to maintain four newsletters per year through December and revisit the decision in January
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Serenity at Seelye Brook preliminary plat and lot width variance. The agenda also includes a review of the AutoZone comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and site plan.
- Serenity at Seelye Brook Preliminary Plat & Lot Width Variance
- AutoZone Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Site Plan
City Council
This City Council work session includes a discussion about a chambers partition wall. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items.
- Chambers Partition Wall
City Council
The Council will consider a $13,000,000 bond sale for the Fire Station and City Hall project. The agenda also includes construction contracts for this facility and various infrastructure updates.
- $13,000,000 bond sale for Fire Station/City Hall
- Construction contracts for St. Francis City Hall and Fire Station Project
- Siwek Park improvements final payment
- Poppy Street and 229th Lane Reconstruction Project pay estimate
- Updated Auto-Aid Agreement with Isanti Fire District
The City Council authorized the sale of $13 million in general obligation bonds and approved construction contracts for a new City Hall and Fire Station. The Council also approved builders risk insurance, special testing, and a property access agreement for the project. Discussion regarding audio for the new facility was tabled.
- Approved $13M General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds sale (3-0)
- Approved construction contracts for City Hall and Fire Station project (3-0)
- Approved builders risk insurance for City Hall/Fire Station (3-0)
- Approved special inspections and testing for soil, concrete, and steel (3-0)
- Approved property access and tree maintenance agreement (3-0)
- Tabled discussion on City Hall/Fire Station audio to next meeting (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including sewer cleaning and culvert reconstruction (3-0)
- Approved rental license approvals (2-0-1)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews and make an appointment regarding a vacancy in the Mayor's office. No other business items are listed on this agenda.
- Mayor vacancy interviews and appointment
City Council
The council will review a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition at 2761 229th Ave NW. Members will also consider awarding a contract for the 2023 street rehabilitation project. A public hearing is scheduled for the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan.
- Rezoning and plan amendment for Turtle Ponds 6th Addition at 2761 229th Ave NW
- Contract award for the 2023 street rehabilitation project
- Public hearing for the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
- Approval of the NLC Service Line Warranty Program
The City Council approved the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and awarded a contract for the 2023 street rehabilitation project. Council also approved rezoning and preliminary plans for the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition development. A proposal for the NLC Service Line Warranty Program was denied.
- Approved 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)
- Denied NLC Service Line Warranty Program (4-0)
- Approved rezoning of 2761 229th Ave NW from commercial to medium density residential (4-0)
- Approved 1st reading of Ordinance 321 amending Turtle Run PUD (4-0)
- Approved preliminary plat and PUD plans for Turtle Ponds 6th Addition (4-0)
- Awarded contract for 2023 street rehabilitation project (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda items A-D and F-K (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
City Council
This special meeting of the St. Francis City Council is focused on addressing a council vacancy. The agenda contains no other business items beyond procedural call to order and roll call.
- Council vacancy
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. Topics include an interim ordinance for THC/CBD and the NLC Service Line Warranty Program. The council will also address appointments and budget discussions.
- Interim Ordinance for THC/CBD
- NLC Service Line Warranty Program
- Council Appointments
- Budget Discussion
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition project. This item includes a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and a preliminary plat. Other agenda items are procedural or contain no specific details in the provided text.
- Turtle Ponds 6th Addition: Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Preliminary Plat
The Planning Commission recommended approval for a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plat for the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition project. The commission also heard public comment regarding outbuilding ordinances and traffic safety at Highway 47 and Ambassador Boulevard.
- Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan amendment to change 2761 229th Ave from Commercial to Medium Density Residential (6-0)
- Recommended approval of rezoning to the Turtle Run PUD (6-0)
- Recommended approval of the preliminary plat for the Turtle Ponds 6th Addition project (6-0)
- Approved May 17, 2023 minutes (6-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an interim ordinance prohibiting cannabis products. The meeting also includes second readings for several zoning code amendments regarding parking, signage, and business districts. Additionally, the council will consider $13,000,000 in capital improvement bonds.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 320 prohibiting cannabis products
- Second reading of zoning amendments for parking, signage, and business districts
- Authorization of $13,000,000 in General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds
- Discussion regarding the demolition of the existing fire station
The City Council approved several zoning code amendments, including modifications to parking facilities and business and industrial districts. A proposed interim ordinance to prohibit cannabis products was tabled for further discussion. The council also approved a consent agenda including the 2023 budget award.
- Approved Ordinance 316 modifying parking facility zoning code (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-29 for summary publication of Ordinance 316 (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 317 amending Business and Industrial Districts zoning code (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-30 for summary publication of Ordinance 317 (4-0)
- Tabled discussion on Ordinance 320 regarding cannabis products moratorium (3-1)
- Approved consent agenda including 2023 Budget Award and July 3rd meeting cancellation (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council accepted a five-year financial guiding document and approved first readings for several zoning code amendments. The council also approved a private parking facility interim use permit for a dental clinic on Bridge Street.
- Accepted 2024 to 2028 Financial Plan (3-1)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 316 modifying parking facility zoning code (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-28 for private parking facility interim use permit in B-1 District (4-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 317 amending Business and Industrial Districts zoning (4-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 318 amending Dwelling, Apartment Mixed Use zoning (4-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 319 amending signage zoning code (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including animal control, sergeant promotion, and site plan extension (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The St. Francis Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a code amendment request and an Interim Use Permit application. The commission will also review proposed code revisions for B-1 uses, design standards, and signage.
- Code Amendment Request and Interim Use Permit (IUP) Application
- Code Revisions for B-1 Uses, Design Standards, and Signage
- Approval of April 19, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will review several zoning code amendments and property transfers involving the EDA. The agenda also includes second readings for the Patriot Parkway rezoning and a site plan for the new City Hall/Fire Station.
- Rezoning of approximately 1.2 acres at 23040 Pederson Drive NW
- Site plan approval for City Hall/Fire Station
- Amendments to Zoning Code development standards and stormwater divisions
- Temporary parking exemption for St. Francis Dental Clinic addition
- Property transfers involving the EDA
The City Council approved a construction manager at risk contract with Stahl Construction for the new City Hall Fire Station project. The council also adopted several zoning and subdivision code amendments and approved the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
- Approved construction manager at risk contract with Stahl Construction (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1.2 acres at 23040 Pederson Drive NW from R-3 to B-2 (5-0)
- Adopted Zoning Code amendments to Division 7 Development Standards (5-0)
- Adopted Zoning Code amendments to Division 8 Stormwater (5-0)
- Adopted Subdivision Code amendments to Section 11-43-02 Streets (5-0)
- Adopted the 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (5-0)
- Approved transfer of four parcels from EDA for City Hall Fire Station (5-0)
- Approved transfer of property north of 3731 Bridge property to the EDA (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the financial plan. The provided agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.
- Financial Plan
Economic Development Authority
The Economic Development Authority will review the 2022 annual report and consider several property-related items. These include real property transfers involving the City and an easement agreement with St. Francis Dental.
- 2022 Annual Report
- Real property transfer from the City
- Real property transfer to the City
- EDA application to register land
- Easement agreement with St. Francis Dental
City Council
The City Council will consider a rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for land located north of Bridgestone Road NW and south of Seelye Brook. The council will also review updates to private development standards and first readings for code revisions regarding parking, roadways, and stormwater.
- Rezoning land north of Bridgestone Road NW from A-2 to RR
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment near Seelye Brook
- Updates to Private Development Standards
- Code revisions for parking, roadways, and stormwater
- Approval of the URRWO Annual Budget
The City Council approved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment and the first reading of a rezoning ordinance for land north of Bridgestone Road NW. The council also updated private development standards and adopted three zoning and subdivision code amendments. A consent agenda including the Police Department UAV Program and Engine 2 surplus property was approved.
- Approved Resolution 2023-15 for Comprehensive Plan Amendment (5-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 312 to rezone 22.5 acres from A-2 to RR (5-0)
- Approved updated Private Development Standards (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 313 amending Division 7 Development Standards of the Zoning Code (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 314 amending Division 8 Stormwater of the Zoning Code (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 315 amending Section 8, 11-43-02 Streets of the Subdivision Code (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Police UAV Program and Engine 2 surplus property (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several items. Topics include the Police Department UAV program, personnel policy updates, and the continuation of the Bottle Shop Market Study discussion.
- Police Department UAV Program
- Bottle Shop Market Study discussion
- Personnel Policy Updates
- Council Meeting Attendance
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Serenity at Seelye Brook Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning. The agenda also includes reviews of code revisions for parking, roadways, and stormwater, as well as the City Hall Fire Station Site Plan.
- Serenity at Seelye Brook Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning
- Code Revisions – Parking, Roadways, and Stormwater
- Transfer of City Owned Property
- City Hall Fire Station Site Plan
City Council
The City Council will discuss a market study for a bottle shop and a new police department UAV program. The agenda also includes first quarter reports from the Police, Public Works, and Community Development departments.
- Bottle Shop Market Study
- Police Department UAV Program
- Joint Response and Training with Bethel
- URRWMO Annual Report
The City Council approved the consent agenda and quarterly reports from the Police, Public Works, and Community Development departments. Discussions regarding a municipal bottle shop market study and a Police Department UAV program were both tabled for future work sessions or meetings.
- Approved regular City Council agenda (3-0)
- Approved consent agenda including rental license approvals and payment of claims (3-0)
- Tabled bottle shop market study to a work session (3-0)
- Tabled Police Department UAV program discussion to a work session or upcoming meeting (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss development and park dedication. The meeting also includes an update regarding Bridge Street. The provided agenda contains no specific details or proposed actions.
- Development Discussion
- Park Dedication
- Bridge Street Update
City Council
The City Council will conduct a second reading for an ordinance amending the Farmers Market fee schedule. The council will also consider authorizing plans and specifications for the 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project. Other items include street sweeping, asphalt maintenance, and firefighter employment offers.
- Second reading of Ordinance 311 regarding Farmers Market fee schedule amendments
- Authorization of plans and specifications for the 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project
- Contingent offers of employment for part-time firefighters
- Resolution 2023-13 regarding reimbursement of expenditures from bond proceeds
The City Council approved a fee schedule for the upcoming summer Farmers Markets. The council also approved a consent agenda including street maintenance and firefighter employment.
- Adopted Ordinance 311 amending the fee schedule for Farmers Market fees (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-14 authorizing summary publication of Ordinance 311 (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including part-time firefighter employment offers (4-0)
- Approved 2023 street sweeping and consortium asphalt maintenance (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-13 regarding reimbursement of bond expenditures (4-0)
- Authorized plans and specifications for 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project (4-0)
- Approved payment of claims (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The St. Francis City Council work session includes items regarding donations, a facility bond, stormwater fees, and a financial plan.
- Donations
- Facility Bond
- Stormwater Fees
- Financial Plan
- Work Session Request
City Council
The St. Francis City Council will review updates to the city's public protection ordinance and farmers market fees. The meeting also includes the swearing in of new police officers and discussion of a new UAV program.
- Second reading of Ordinance 309 regarding public protection
- First reading of Ordinance 311 for Farmers Market fee schedule amendments
- Approval of a Joint Powers Agreement for the Criminal Justice Data Network
- Discussion of a Police Department UAV program
- Swearing in of new police officers
The Council approved a construction manager for the new City Hall Fire Station and passed a first-reading ordinance for farmers market fees. They also adopted an update to the public protection city code and approved a consent agenda including rental licenses. Two new police officers were sworn in during the meeting.
- Approved Stahl as construction manager for new City Hall Fire Station
- Adopted Ordinance 309 amending Chapter 8 Section Public Protection (4-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 311 for Farmers Market fees at $100 for first season plus $10/day (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including rental license approvals and Resolution 2023-12 (4-0)
- Scheduled development work session for April 10, 2023, at 6 p.m.
- Swore in Police Officers James Bolte and Riley Struckman
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider rezoning approximately 1.2 acres at 23040 Pederson Drive NW from R-3 to B-2. The agenda also includes second readings for ordinances amending the Park Commission and municipal utilities. Additionally, the council will review the Serenity at Seelye Brook concept.
- Rezoning of 1.2 acres at 23040 Pederson Drive NW from R-3 to B-2
- Second reading for Ordinance 303 (Park Commission amendment)
- Second reading for Ordinance 308 (Municipal and public/private utilities)
- Serenity at Seelye Brook concept review
- First reading for Ordinance 309 (Chapter 8 Section 4-3 update)
The City Council approved a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoned 1.2 acres at 23040 Pederson Drive NW from R-3 to B-2. The council also adopted ordinances regarding the Park Commission and municipal utilities, and accepted a union contract for Public Works. A concept review for the Serenity at Seelye Brook subdivision was discussed, with a general council preference for a 4-lot plan.
- Approved comprehensive plan amendment at 23040 Pederson Drive NW (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of 1.2 acres at 23040 Pederson Drive NW from R-3 to B-2 (5-0)
- Accepted union contract for Public Works (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 303 amending Park Commission (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 308 amending municipal and public/private utilities (5-0)
- Adopted first reading of Ordinance 309 regarding weapon silencers (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including rental license approvals (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The St. Francis City Council will conduct second readings for four ordinances regarding zoning code definitions and standards. The council will also hold a first reading for an ordinance amending municipal and public/private utility regulations. Consent items include firefighter employment offers and HVAC repairs at the Police/Public Works building.
- Second reading of Ordinances 304, 305, 306, and 307 regarding zoning code revisions
- First reading of Ordinance 308 amending utility rules, rates, and collections
- Contingent offers of employment for part-time firefighters
- HVAC controller replacement at the Police/Public Works building
The City Council approved four ordinances and four corresponding resolutions to modify the zoning code. The council also approved a landscape architecture contract for the new City Hall Fire Station and the first reading of a utility ordinance amendment.
- Approved Ordinance 304 and Resolution 2023-07 regarding general use definitions in the zoning code (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 305 and Resolution 2023-08 regarding agricultural uses in the zoning code (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 306 and Resolution 2023-09 regarding use-specific standards in the zoning code (4-0)
- Approved Ordinance 307 and Resolution 2023-10 regarding development standards in the zoning code (4-0)
- Approved landscape architect service contract with HKGI for the new City Hall Fire Station (4-0)
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 308 amending municipal and public/private utilities rules and rates (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including part-time firefighter employment and HVAC controller replacement (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Patriot Parkway Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning. The agenda also includes a concept review for Serenity at Seelye Brook and planning commissioner training.
- Patriot Parkway Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning
- Serenity at Seelye Brook Concept Review
- Planning Commissioner Training
City Council
The City Council will consider several ordinances to update the city's zoning code and development standards. The agenda also includes a proposed change to the Comprehensive Plan for 23543 DeGardner Circle NW. Additionally, council members will review support for highway improvements on TH 47.
- Ordinance amendments regarding zoning rules, agricultural uses, and development standards
- Comprehensive Plan amendment for 23543 DeGardner Circle NW from Parks to High Density Residential
- Resolution supporting Corridors of Commerce funding for TH 47 improvements
- Interim Use Permit for a car detailing business at 5620 Ambassador Blvd
- Pioneer Days Fireworks Contract with Northern Lighter Pyrotechnics, Inc
The City Council approved an interim use permit for a home-based car detailing business and adopted several zoning code amendments. The council also authorized a parade permit for the Chamber of Commerce and supported funding for highway improvements.
- Approved home extended business Interim Use Permit for car detailing at 5620 Ambassador Blvd (4-0)
- Approved St. Francis Area Chamber of Commerce parade permit (4-0)
- Adopted Ordinance 303 amending Park Commission code (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-04 supporting Corridors of Commerce funding for TH 47 (4-0)
- Approved 1st reading of Zoning Code amendments (Ordinances 304, 305, 306, 307) (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 2023-06 to reguide 23543 DeGardner Circle NW from Parks and Open Space to High Density Residential (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda including extrication tools and fireworks contract (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Charter
This meeting consists of procedural items for the Charter Commission. The commission will approve minutes from January 24, 2022, and appoint a chair and vice chair. Members will also address filling vacancies.
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
- Filling Vacancies
- Approval of January 24, 2022 minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding 2022 code revisions and an interim use permit for car detailing. The commission will also consider a comprehensive plan amendment for 23543 DeGardner Circle.
- Car Detailing Interim Use Permit (IUP) public hearing
- 2022 Code Revisions public hearing
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 23543 DeGardner Circle
The Planning Commission recommended approval for a home extended business interim use permit and several zoning code revisions. It also recommended a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to correct a guiding error for a property on DeGardner Circle. All recommendations will move to the City Council.
- Recommended approval of Home Extended Business IUP for car detailing at 5620 Ambassador Boulevard NW (6-0)
- Recommended approval of 2022 City Code revisions with redirection on off-street parking surface flexibility (6-0)
- Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 23543 DeGardner Circle (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
- Approved November 16, 2022 minutes (6-0)
City Council
The St. Francis City Council will discuss the Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer and Water System Plan and a Farmers’ Market Proposal. The agenda also includes the swearing in of elected officials and approval of various consent agenda items.
- Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer and Water System Plan discussion
- Release of RFP for Construction Manager
- Farmers’ Market Proposal
- Poppy Street and 229th Lane Reconstruction Project pay estimate No. 4
- State of Minnesota Agency Agreement with Department of Transportation
The City Council approved engineering services for a comprehensive sanitary sewer and water system plan and authorized the release of an RFP for a construction manager for the new City Hall Fire Station. Additionally, the Council approved a proposal to develop a farmers' market for summer 2023 in Community Park.
- Approved engineering services for Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer and Water System Plan (5-0)
- Approved release of RFP for Construction Manager for the new city facility (5-0)
- Approved Farmers’ Market proposal for summer 2023 in Community Park (5-0)
- Approved regular City Council agenda (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Resolution 2023-02 (DOT agreement) and Resolution 2023-03 (subdivision extension) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The St. Francis City Council will consider 2023 appointments and a state agency agreement with the Department of Transportation. The agenda also includes discussing the city's sanitary sewer and water system plan and releasing an RFP for a construction manager.
- Resolution 2023-01 regarding 2023 appointments
- Police policy amendment
- State of Minnesota Agency Agreement #1052025 with the Department of Transportation
- Release of RFP for Construction Manager
- Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer and Water System Plan