St. Michael public meetings in 2022

City Council

The Council approved a feasibility report for the 2023 Street Reconstruction Project and scheduled a public improvement hearing for January 24. The Council also approved a consent agenda covering various financial reports, contracts, and administrative resolutions. A proposed ordinance for massage establishment licensing was discussed but deferred for legal revisions.

• Approved 2023 Street Reconstruction Project feasibility report and ordered public hearing (All aye)
• Approved $1,134,581.17 in claims, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved 2023 Sewer and Water Contract Services Budget with Veolia (All aye)
• Approved purchase of used Bobcat Grader Attachment (All aye)
• Approved MnDOT Delegated Contract Process Agreement No. 1052190 (All aye)
• Designated 2023 polling places (All aye)
• Approved part-time rink attendant for 2022-2023 (All aye)
• Tabled massage establishment licensing ordinance for legal updates

City Council

The council held a Truth in Taxation hearing, reviewing the proposed 2023 tax levy increase of 3.03% ($239,776). Most residential, commercial, and industrial taxpayers will see a decrease in city taxes. The final levy and budget will be adopted at the December 13 meeting. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including contracts and easements.

• Proposed 2023 tax levy increase of 3.03% ($239,776)
• Approved winter maintenance agreement with MnDOT
• Approved trail easement agreement for Legacy Bay Farms
• Approved change orders and pay estimates for Anton Village Park and Barthel Park
• Approved release of letter of credit for Fieldstone Passage 2nd Addition

The City Council approved the 2023 property tax levy and final budget. Other key actions included authorizing a city-wide park system plan and approving plats for two residential developments.

• Approved 2023 Property Tax Levy (4-1)
• Approved Final 2023 Budget, 2023 COLA, and 2023 Wage Range Changes (4-1)
• Authorized HKGi to create City-wide Park System Plan for $63,000 (All aye)
• Approved Final Plat and Final PUD Site Plan for Riverview Preserve (4-1)
• Approved Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and PUD Plan for Fehn Hidden Hollow Second Addition (All aye)
• Approved Vacation of Drainage & Utility Easements for Fehn Hidden Hollow (All aye)
• Approved 2023 Fee Schedule (All aye)
• Approved Ordinance 2206 allowing golf carts in specific city areas (All aye)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviewed several development requests, including a residential subdivision at Rice Estates and industrial expansions for Eull’s Manufacturing. The commission recommended approval of various plats, rezoning requests, and conditional use permits to the City Council.

• Rice Estates: Recommended approval for rezoning from Agriculture (A-1) to PUD Residential and approval of Preliminary/Final Plats
• Eull’s Manufacturing: Recommended approval for a Site Plan, Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage, and an Interim Use Permit for gravel parking at 3187 La Beaux Avenue NE
• Home Grown: Discussed Comprehensive Plan Amendment, rezoning, and PUD plans for 69 and 100 Main Street S.

The Commission recommended City Council approval for the Riverview Preserve PUD plan and final plat, which includes 313 residential units and 30.24 acres of park land. It also recommended approval for the Fehn Hidden Hollow Second Addition plat and approved a design modification for Five Star Storage.

• Recommended City Council approval for Riverview Preserve Final PUD Site Plan (All aye)
• Recommended City Council approval for Riverview Preserve Final Plat for 71 single family lots (All aye)
• Recommended City Council approval for Fehn Hidden Hollow Second Addition Preliminary/Final Plat and PUD Plan (All aye)
• Approved request for Five Star Storage to have eaves less than 2 feet (All aye)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (All aye)

City Council Rescheduled from from Nov 22

The Council held a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 tax levy and budget. A consent agenda containing 12 resolutions was approved, and a license agreement for Gutzwiller Park was passed. The final 2023 levy and budget are scheduled for adoption on December 13.

• Approved Consent Agenda items a-l (All aye)
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-01: November 9 Council Meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-02: October Financial Report
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-03: Public Works Worker Hiring
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-04: Winter Maintenance Agreement with MnDOT
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-05: Trail Easement Agreement for Legacy Bay Farms
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-06: WWTP Service agreement renewal with Taft
• Approved Resolution #11-29-22-07: Change Order #1 and Pay Estimate #4 for Anton Village Park

Council

The St. Michael Economic Development Authority will discuss revised purchase agreements for Lots 1 and 2 of the Home Grown project, along with updates on Naber Business Park and Wright County EDP. The meeting includes a consent agenda to approve prior minutes and project updates.

• Revised purchase agreements for Home Grown Lots 1 & 2
• Naber Business Park discussion
• Wright County Economic Development Partnership update
• Approval of October 26, 2022 minutes

The Economic Development Authority approved new purchase agreements for Lots 1 and 2 for EE Enterprises to accommodate financing needs. The board also approved a list of claims totaling $279,436.21.

• Approved list of claims for checks 9884-9885 in the amount of $279,436.21 (All aye)
• Approved cancellation of previous purchase agreements and approved new agreements for Home Grown Lots 1 & 2 (All aye)
• Approved meeting agenda as amended (All aye)
• Approved October 26, 2022, meeting minutes (All aye)

City Council Rescheduled from Nov 8

The City Council will consider several development items, including zoning map amendments, preliminary and final plats, and conditional use permits for Rice Estates, Eulls Manufacturing, and Home Grown Addition. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Simpson Property Concepts project and Uhl Lake Park potential project and funding.

• Resolution #11-09-22-05: Approving Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat and PUD Plan for Rice Estates
• Resolution #11-09-22-06: Approving a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Outdoor Storage and an Interim Use Permit for Unsurfaced Parking Area for Eulls Manufacturing
• Resolution #11-09-22-07: Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, Site Plan, and Interim Use Permit for Home Grown Addition
• Resolution #11-09-22-02: Supporting I-94 Gap Project Corridors of Commerce Funding Application
• Resolution #11-09-22-04: Accepting Quote and Awarding Contract for 2023 Reconstruction Project Geotechnical Services

The City Council approved a consent agenda including zoning map amendments and plats for Rice Estates and Home Grown Addition. The Council also authorized a tandem plow truck purchase and a feasibility study for the 2023 Reconstruction Project. In a closed session, the Council directed staff to provide a counter-proposal regarding a setback dispute in the Wilhelm Hills development.

• Approved Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat and PUD Plan for Rice Estates (All aye)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, Site Plan, and Interim Use Permit for Home Grown Addition (All aye)
• Approved Tandem Plow Truck Replacement Purchase (All aye)
• Approved contract for 2023 Reconstruction Project Geotechnical Services (All aye)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Eulls Manufacturing outdoor storage and interim use permit for unsurfaced parking (All aye)
• Approved $506,329.24 in claims, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved I-94 Gap Project Corridors of Commerce Funding Application (All aye)
• Ordered preparation of Feasibility Study/Preliminary Engineering Report for 2023 Reconstruction Project (All aye)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several public hearing items including a residential subdivision request for Rice Estates and an industrial expansion for Eulls Manufacturing. Discussion also includes a concept plan for County #19/15th Street.

• Rice Addition: Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, and PUD Plan
• Eulls Manufacturing: Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage and Interim Use Permit for unpaved parking at 3187 La Beaux Avenue NE
• Homegrown: Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, Final Plat, PUD Plan, Site Plan, and Interim Use Permit
• Rice Estates: Rezoning of 5.00 acres at 10760 30th Street NE from Agriculture to PUD Residential

The Planning Commission recommended several development projects to the City Council, including a new residential subdivision and commercial expansions. These actions include rezoning requests, site plan approvals, and interim use permits for outdoor storage and dining.

• Recommended approval of rezoning, preliminary plat, final plat, and PUD plan for Rice Estates (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage and parking at Eulls Manufacturing (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit for gravel parking at Eulls Manufacturing (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment for 104 Main Street S to Commercial (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning from R-1 to B-2 for 104 and 108 Main Street S (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary and Final Plat for Home Grown Addition (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of PUD Plan and Site Plan for Home Grown restaurant facility (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit for Home Grown outdoor food and beverage patio (Unanimous)

Council

The EDA will hold a public hearing to consider selling properties at 69, 100, 104, and 108 Main St S, receive an update on Naber Business Park, and consider acquiring a tax-forfeit parcel (114-500-124400).

• Public hearing: sale of 69, 100, 104 & 108 Main St S
• Consider acquisition of tax-forfeit property (114-500-124400)
• Naber Business Park update

City Council

The St. Michael City Council will vote on a consent agenda that includes approving a speed trailer retrofit purchase, increasing city logo clothing allowances, reducing a letter of credit for Lakeshore Park 3rd Addition, paying estimates for Anton Village Park and Barthel Park improvements, transferring deeds for two Main Street properties to the EDA, entering a street light maintenance agreement with Wright County, releasing escrow for Alleluia Lutheran Church, and awarding a snow plowing contract for the Town Center Civic Building. A public hearing is scheduled to assess delinquent utilities and miscellaneous billing. The council will also discuss a resolution for Shop STMA Shop Local Week and receive a 3rd quarter financial report.

• Resolution to purchase two replacement fire engines (recommended by Fire Chief Hosch)
• Resolution #10-25-22-05 approving Pay Estimate No. 3 for Anton Village Park Improvements Project
• Resolution #10-25-22-06 approving Pay Estimate No. 3 for Barthel Park Improvements Project
• Resolution #10-25-22-07 authorizing transfer of deed from city to EDA for 69 Main Street S. and 100 Main Street S.
• Resolution #10-25-22-10 awarding contract for 2022-2023 snow plowing for the Town Center Civic Building

The City Council approved a proposal for engineering services for the 2023 Reconstruction Project and adopted assessments for delinquent utility accounts. The council also approved a series of consent agenda items including park improvements and a deed transfer to the EDA. A proclamation was issued for Shop STMA Week in November.

• Approved engineering services for 2023 Reconstruction Project (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 10-25-22-11 adopting assessments for delinquent sewer/water utility accounts (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 10-25-22-12 proclaiming Shop STMA Week November 18-24, 2022 (All aye)
• Approved 3rd Quarter Financial Report (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 10-25-22-13 updating finance policies (All aye)
• Approved $1,248,629.39 in claims, credit card, and ACH transactions (All aye)
• Approved Consent Agenda items a-j, including park improvements and deed transfer for 69 and 100 Main Street S. (All aye)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Wright County for street light maintenance (All aye)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proposal to purchase two Pierce Impel Pumpers from MacQueen Equipment LLC. The Fire Chief is seeking approval to execute the contract before November 1 to avoid a price increase.

• Proposed purchase of two fire engines for $1,748,000.00
• Interim Ordinance for Subdivision of Land in the R-2 District
• Approval of The Village at Town Center Second Addition
• Approval of Foxtail Meadows Second Addition
• Sheriff’s Office Contract Update

The council unanimously approved purchasing two fire engines at $874,000 each, as recommended by the fire chief. They also approved a consent agenda including resolutions on minutes, subdivision plats, election judges, gravel crushing, and a sheriff's contract. A request to annex a 1-acre parcel from Albertville was approved. The council set a work session for October 25. No other substantive decisions were made; citizen input on traffic concerns was discussed but no action taken.

• Approved purchase of two fire engines at $874,000 each (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 8 resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved annexation/detachment of 1-acre parcel from Albertville (unanimous)
• Set council work session for October 25, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $841,703.80 (unanimous)

Planning Commission Offsite at Legacy Bay Farms

The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting offsite at the Legacy Bay Farms subdivision. The body will conduct a site visit and discuss front yard interpretations and lot inventory.

• Legacy Bay Farms site visit at 27th Street NE & Jaber Ave NE
• Discussion of 241/Naber front yard interpretation
• Review of The Village at Town Center Second Addition Final Plat
• Project updates and lot inventory discussion

The St. Michael Planning Commission held a site visit at Legacy Bay Farms to review trails, open spaces, and lot sizes. No formal votes or decisions were taken on the development. Commissioners also discussed an inquiry about an auto body repair business at 241/Naber, but took no action.

• Approved consent agenda including September 7, 2022 minutes and Village at Town Center Second Addition Final Plat (unanimous)
• No decisions made on Legacy Bay Farms or 241/Naber — discussion only

City Council

The City Council will review several routine consent agenda items and community development updates. Discussion topics include park improvements, utility vehicle replacement, and various infrastructure and grant applications.

• Pay Estimate No. 2 for Anton Village Park Improvements Project
• Pay Estimate No. 2 for Barthel Park Improvements Project
• Budgeted Side by Side Parks Utility Vehicle Replacement
• Wetland Consultant Services with KLJ Engineering
• DEED Business Development Infrastructure Grant Application

The council directed staff to begin code enforcement at 599 Central Avenue West and ordered a moratorium on R-2 lot subdivisions pending ordinance review. They approved a master services agreement with KLJ Engineering for wetland consulting, a Business Development Public Infrastructure Grant application, and the 2022 street striping contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Directed code enforcement at 599 Central Avenue West (consensus)
• Ordered staff to draft a moratorium on R-2 lot subdivisions (consensus)
• Approved Resolution 09-27-22-08: Master Services Agreement with KLJ Engineering (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-27-22-09: Business Development Public Infrastructure Grant Application (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 09-27-22-10: 2022 Street Striping Project contract (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, proclamation, financial report, and pay estimates (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $1,029,078.40 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2023 budget and levy. The meeting includes a public hearing on TIF District 3-7 and decisions on several land plats and rezoning requests.

• Preliminary 2023 Budget and Levy discussion
• Public Hearing for TIF District 3-7
• Naber Business Park rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD site plan
• Lake Charlotte Storm Sewer Project bid award consideration
• Final plats for Foxtail Meadows 2nd Addition and Larabee Meadows

The council approved a preliminary 2023 property tax levy of $239,776 over 2022 (3.03% increase) and the corresponding budget, both on 4-1 votes. They also approved a rezoning and preliminary plat for Naber Business Park, a TIF district for the MP Seafood project, and a contract for Lake Charlotte culvert improvements. The council expressed consensus to purchase two new fire engines and to explore a summer weekend duty officer program.

• Approved 2023 preliminary property tax levy (3.03% increase, 4-1)
• Approved 2023 preliminary budget as discussed (4-1)
• Approved rezoning, preliminary plat, and PUD plan for Naber Business Park (unanimous)
• Approved TIF District 3-7 for MP Seafood warehouse project (unanimous)
• Awarded contract for Lake Charlotte Culvert Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Foxtail Meadows 2nd Addition (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda items a–j (excluding item c, which was voted separately)
• Approved claims totaling $858,407.39 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss an interim ordinance for THC and review several escrow releases. The body is also considering pay estimates for park improvement projects at Anton Village and Barthel Park.

• Resolution #08-23-22-02: Interim Ordinance for THC
• Resolution #08-23-22-04: Escrow Release for Boyer Truck
• Resolution #08-23-22-05: Escrow Release for I-94 Business Park
• Resolution #08-23-22-06: Pay Estimate No. 1 for Anton Village Park Improvements Project
• Resolution #08-23-22-07: Pay Estimate No. 1 for Barthel Park Improvements Project

The council approved the consent agenda, which included an interim ordinance for THC, minutes from the prior meeting, the July finance report, escrow releases, pay estimates for park improvements, and a special event permit for a neighborhood golf event. The council also discussed cleanup of a property at 599 Central Ave W, directing staff to work with the owner and provide weekly updates, with further discussion set for September 13. The November 8 regular meeting was rescheduled to November 9 due to the General Election.

• Approved consent agenda items a) through h), including Resolution #08-23-22-02 approving an interim ordinance for THC
• Approved Resolution #08-23-22-01 approving minutes of the August 9 Council meeting
• Approved Resolution #08-23-22-03 approving the July finance report
• Approved Resolution #08-23-22-04 and #08-23-22-05 for escrow releases for Boyer Truck and I-94 Business Park
• Approved Resolution #08-23-22-06 and #08-23-22-07 for pay estimates No. 1 for Anton Village Park and Barthel Park improvements
• Approved Resolution #08-23-22-08 for a 1-day special event permit for a neighborhood golf event at Fox Hollow Golf Course
• Approved checks #47365-47453, credit card and ACH transactions totaling $793,217.50
• Moved the November 8 regular meeting to Wednesday, November 9 at 7:00 p.m.

City Council

The St. Michael City Council approved the vacation of a portion of 2nd Street SE and the Highland Bank site plan, adding a condition to pave the southern parking row. They also approved the Gonz Lake West preliminary plat and rezoning, the 2040 comprehensive plan, and a purchase agreement for Becker Big Woods parkland. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 08-09-22-09 vacating a portion of 2nd Street SE (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-09-22-10 for Highland Bank site plan with condition to pave drive aisle and southern parking row (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 08-09-22-11 for Gonz Lake West comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, preliminary plat & PUD (5-0)
• Approved the 2040 comprehensive land use plan (5-0)
• Approved purchase agreement for Becker Big Woods 5-acre parcel (5-0)
• Approved claims totaling $686,441.50 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The St. Michael Planning Commission is scheduled to hold public hearings for a Pre-School Conditional Use Permit and a Riding Arena Minor Subdivision. The body will also review action items including the Gonz Lake West project, the Highland Bank Site Plan, and the final draft of the Comprehensive Plan Update. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes from June 2022 and the Anton Village Third Addition Final Plat.

• Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit for a Pre-School
• Public Hearing: Minor Subdivision, Variances, and Conditional Use Permit for a Riding Arena
• Action Item: Review of Gonz Lake West
• Action Item: Review of Highland Bank Site Plan
• Action Item: Review of Comprehensive Plan Update Final Draft

City Council

The council supported allowing recreational vehicles on city streets in the Fox Hollow Golf Course area, directing staff to draft code changes for a future meeting, but did not extend this citywide. They also agreed to prepare a resolution for the next meeting to declare a moratorium on the sale, manufacturing, or distribution of THC. The council approved the 2nd Quarter Finance Report, a speed limit reduction on 15th Street NE, and claims totaling $638,998.90.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items a-f (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd Quarter Finance Report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 07-26-22-07 reducing speed limit on 15th Street NE to 45 mph (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $638,998.90 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft code changes allowing RVs on streets in Fox Hollow area (consensus)
• Directed staff to prepare a THC moratorium resolution for next meeting (consensus)

City Council

The St. Michael City Council approved hiring John Denney as City Assessor, subject to background and reference checks. The council also directed staff to proceed with the Lake Charlotte culvert improvement project, including securing easements and DNR permits. Several routine items were approved via the consent agenda, and the council rescheduled its August 9 meeting to 8:00 p.m. and set a budget work session for August 23.

• Approved hiring John Denney as City Assessor, subject to background and reference checks (all aye)
• Directed staff to move forward with Lake Charlotte culvert improvement project, including securing easements and DNR permit
• Approved consent agenda items a) through k), including purchase of benches, liquor licenses, and election judges (all aye)
• Moved August 9 regular council meeting to 8:00 p.m. due to Primary Election (all aye)
• Scheduled budget work session for August 23 at 7:30 p.m. or after regular meeting (all aye)
• Approved claims totaling $763,505.33 (all aye)

City Council

The Council held a work session regarding competitive staffing to address upcoming retirements. Additional business included approving a copier purchase, reviewing the May financial report, and discussing development projects like Larabee Meadows.

• Approval of $6,295.95 for a Toshiba E-Studio 4515ac Digital Color Copier
• Approval of May Financial Report (Resolution #06-28-22-02)
• Approval of Election Equipment Lease Agreement (Resolution #06-28-22-03)
• Larabee Meadows Subdivision: Approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Preliminary Plat
• Approval of city claims totaling $686,115.98

The council approved a contract amendment for the wastewater treatment plant facility improvements project, expanding the scope to include covered sludge storage, better screening, liquids treatment, and additional storage. The project is expected to be constructed in 2024 as one project, pending grant funding. The council also set a social hour event for August 12th and a joint meeting with Albertville and the school board for August 29th.

• Approved contract amendment for WWTP facility improvements (all aye)
• Set Daze & Knights social hour for August 12, 5-7 p.m. (all aye)
• Set joint meeting with Albertville and STMA School Board for August 29 at 6 p.m. (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial report, and election equipment lease (all aye)
• Approved claims totaling $265,206.54 (all aye)

City Council

The City Council will review several consent agenda items including insurance renewals and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes reports on community development, such as the Larabee Meadows subdivision and a comprehensive plan update.

• Purchase of Caterpillar M938 Wheel Loader for $280,577
• Larabee Meadows Subdivision rezoning and preliminary plat/PUD plan
• Westgate Senior Living site plan approval
• Gonz Lake West Subdivision Alternative Urban Areawide Review and Mitigation Plan
• Long Term Disability insurance renewal with Madison National Life Insurance Company

The St. Michael City Council approved a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plat for the Larabee Meadows subdivision, which includes 42 twin homes and one existing single-family home. The council also approved a consent agenda covering items like a final plat for PCS Villas, a site plan for Westgate Senior Living, and various equipment purchases. A work session was set for June 28 to discuss staffing, and a new copier was approved for $6,295.95.

• Approved Larabee Meadows comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plat (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including final plat for PCS Villas, site plan for Westgate Senior Living, and AUAR for Gonz Lake West (all aye)
• Approved replacement loader and mower purchases (all aye)
• Approved one-day on-sale liquor license (all aye)
• Approved $686,115.98 in claims (all aye)
• Set June 28 work session for staffing discussion (all aye)
• Approved $6,295.95 copier purchase (all aye)

Planning Commission

The commission reviewed a request for a restaurant and outdoor patio addition called Home Grown. They also discussed the second stage of the Legacy Bay Farms residential development.

• Home Grown: Rezoning from R-1 to B-2 Downtown Commercial
• Home Grown: Site plan for 3,000 sq ft restaurant and 1,250 sq ft covered patio
• Legacy Bay Farms Stage 2: Rezoning from A-1 to R-1 PUD for 339 single family lots
• Legacy Bay Farms Stage 2: Preliminary Plat and PUD Plan review

City Council

The St. Michael City Council approved a $600 increase to the Fireman's Relief Association benefit, raising it to $5,000 per year of service effective July 1, 2022. They also accepted the 2021 audit report with a clean opinion, approved a $117,534 playground proposal for Barthel Park, and directed staff to replace a paved trail with a gravel/grass trail.

• Approved Fireman's Relief Association benefit increase to $5,000/year (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (unanimous)
• Approved Barthel Park Playground Proposal with Rev8 spinner for $117,534 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to construct gravel/grass trail instead of paved trail in Barthel Park (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of drainage and utility easements for Lot 2, Block 1, Mosby Barthel (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including hiring and permits (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $489,686.06 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several items including rezoning requests for Caribou Cabin and Legacy Bay Farms Stage 2. The meeting also includes a report on the 2022 assessment process and property value trends.

• Caribou Cabin: Comp Plan, Rezoning, Prel. Plat/PUD Plan, Final Plat, Site Plan
• Legacy Bay Farms Development Stage 2: Rezoning and Prel. Plat/PUD Plan
• Signal System Maintenance Agreement with MnDOT and Wright County
• 2022-2023 Liquor Licenses approval
• Springbrook Software Module update

The City Council approved a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, preliminary and final plat, site plan, and interim use permit for the Home Grown restaurant at the SE corner of St. Michael Parkway and County Road 19. The council also approved a new Retired Active Duty Position for the Fire Department, allowing experienced members to respond to calls voluntarily. Several other items were approved via the consent agenda, including liquor licenses and a signal system maintenance agreement with MnDOT and Wright County.

• Approved Home Grown restaurant development (Resolution 05-10-22-08) (unanimous)
• Approved new Retired Active Duty Position for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses, PTO/vacation donation policy, Springbrook Software module, Caribou Cabin development, Legacy Bay Farms Stage 2, and signal system maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $596,773.48 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to enhance Highland Bank building elevation with bigger windows and more architectural detail
• Council consensus to reduce tot area but include spinning features at Barthel Park playground, aiming for ~$100,000 budget
• Council directed staff to explore additional bridge sign options, including a monument sign with lights
• Council consensus to approach property owner about trail easement for Regal Creek Trail extension

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, and preliminary plat for the PCS Villas of St. Michael project. The development includes 39 single-family lots, a 32-unit senior living facility, and a public park near County Road 35 and 35th Street NE.

• PCS Villas: Rezoning from A-1 to R-1a and R-4 PUD
• PCS Villas: Comprehensive plan amendment for high density residential outlot
• Fresh Pickins: Approved 3-year Interim Use Permit for produce stand at 398 Central Ave E
• PCS Villas: Requirement for a 9-foot wide trail through Outlot B

City Council

The St. Michael City Council approved the 2022-2023 insurance renewal with a $5,000 deductible, up from $2,500, to save an estimated $9,000-$10,000. They also approved a resolution vacating drainage and utility easements for Crow River Storage, the consent agenda, the 1st Quarter Finance Report, and claims totaling $823,959.10. The council discussed but did not act on county redistricting, which was approved by the county board despite the city's testimony against it.

• Approved 2022-2023 insurance renewal with $5,000 deductible (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 04-26-22-07 vacating drainage and utility easements for Crow River Storage (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, liquor license, escrow reduction, firefighter hire, and sealant quote (unanimous)
• Approved 1st Quarter Finance Report (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $823,959.10 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The commission held a public hearing regarding the Riverview Preserve development, which includes 246 single-family lots, 67 rowhomes, and 30.24 acres of park land. Residents expressed concerns regarding increased traffic on Lander Avenue, road safety, and drainage. The proposed project requires a rezoning from A-1 to R-la and R-3 PUD.

• Riverview Preserve: 246 single family lots, 67 rowhomes, and 30.24 acres of public park
• Rezoning request from A-1 to R-la and R-3 PUD for Riverview Preserve
• Shoepke Square Preliminary Plat and Final Plat recommendation
• Shoepke Square Planned Unit Development Plan recommendation
• 4,800 square foot office building site plan discussion

Council

The Economic Development Authority will conduct a tour of Boyer Trucks at 4631 Odessa Ave NE. The agenda also includes updates on the Business Park, Title Specialists, and a breakfast meeting.

• Tour: Boyer Trucks, 4631 Odessa Ave NE
• Updates: Business Park
• Updates: Title Specialists
• Updates: Breakfast Meeting

City Council

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office provided a report on law enforcement activity in St. Michael for 2021. The document details call volumes, crime statistics, and the history of the city's contracting costs for sheriff services.

• 2022 projected annual contract cost for law enforcement: $983,456
• 2021 total calls for service in St. Michael: 7,112
• 2021 significant crime calls total: 378
• Contract rate history showing increase from $59.75 hourly in 2012 to $84.20 in 2022
• 2021 traffic stop total: 2,167

City Council

The City Council approved the hiring of Nick Preisler as the new City Engineer. Additionally, the council authorized plans and bidding processes for improvements at Barthel Park and Anton Village Park.

• Hiring of Nick Preisler as City Engineer
• Resolution approving plans and ordering bids for Barthel Park Improvements
• Resolution approving plans and ordering bids for Anton Village Park Improvements
• Approval of $2,400 for a land appraisal at Becker Big Woods
• Allocation of $135,000 for 2022 overlay and pavement overages

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission discussed a new office building project at 105 Central Avenue East and reviewed several land use amendments. The body also recommended various zoning changes and an interim use permit to the City Council.

• Shoepke Square: Preliminary/Final Plat, PUD, and Site Plan for a 4,800 SF office building at 105 Central Avenue East
• Riverview Preserve: Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning from B-1 General Business to I-1 Industrial
• Ordinance #2202: Amendment to allow Minor Auto Repair in the Industrial (I-1) Zoning District
• Lakeshore Park: 2nd Addition Final Plat recommendation for a subdivision replat
• Interim Use Permit renewal for a 24' x 60' office trailer at 14211 42nd Street NE

Council

The Economic Development Authority will conduct member swearing-in, introductions, and the election of officers for February 2022 through January 2023. The agenda also includes a purchase agreement amendment for 105 Central Ave E and updates on various projects.

• Election of EDA Officers (Feb 2022 – Jan 2023)
• Amendment to Purchase Agreement with Title Specialists for 105 Central Ave E
• Discussion regarding property at TH241/Naber Ave NE
• Amended Bylaws changing official name to St. Michael Economic Development Authority

City Council

The City Council will discuss plans for improvements at Barthel Park and Anton Village Park and a land acquisition opportunity for Becker Big Woods. The body is also deciding on contracts for road milling, restorative sealing, and park management.

• Contract for 2022 Mill & Overlay Project
• Contract for 2022 Maltene-Based Restorative Seal Project
• Purchase of one Box and Plow Equipment for $146,100 plus taxes and fees
• Upgrade of a box on order for $4,869 plus taxes and fees
• 2022 Minnesota Native Landscapes Management Contract for Hirsch Bach Park

City Council

The St. Michael City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda containing 15 resolutions, including a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning on Quam Ave NE, an ordinance allowing minor auto repair in the I-1 zoning district, and various contracts and approvals. Two public hearings are scheduled for vacation of easements at Lakeshore Park and Legacy Bay Farms 2nd Addition. The council will also receive reports from the Sheriff's Office, Community Development, City Administrator, and City Attorney, and discuss 2022 goal rankings and a city engineer hiring update.

• Resolution #02-08-22-05: Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning on Quam Ave NE
• Resolution #02-08-22-12: Ordinance No. 2202 allowing Minor Auto Repair in the I-1 Zoning District
• Resolution #02-08-22-02: Payment to Omann Contracting Company for 2020 Street Reconstruction Southwest Area Project
• Public Hearing: Vacation of Easements at Lakeshore Park and Legacy Bay Farms 2nd Addition
• Resolution #02-08-22-07: Supporting Housing & Local Decision-Making Authority

The St. Michael City Council approved the final plat of Lakeshore Park 2nd Addition (Resolution 02-08-22-13) by a 4-1 vote, with Council Member Schoen dissenting. The council also approved several other items, including a consent agenda with resolutions for street reconstruction payments, rezoning, and an ordinance allowing minor auto repair in the I-1 district. Public hearings were held to vacate easements for Lakeshore Park and Legacy Bay Farms, both approved unanimously.

• Approved final plat of Lakeshore Park 2nd Addition (4-1)
• Approved vacation of drainage and utility easements for Lakeshore Park (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of easements for Legacy Bay Farms (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items a-o, including rezoning on Quam Ave NE and ordinance allowing minor auto repair in I-1 district (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $601,760.76 (unanimous)
• Set work session for March 29 to discuss 2022 goals (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning for Quam Ave NE and a new ordinance for minor auto repair in industrial zones. The body will also consider a permit renewal for a temporary office trailer and a replat for Lakeshore Park.

• Public hearing: Quam Ave NE Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning
• Public hearing: Ordinance #2202 regarding Minor Auto Repair in Industrial Zoning District
• Public hearing: PCI Roads IUP Renewal for temporary office trailer at 14211 42nd Street NE
• Action item: Lakeshore Park Replat & Amended PUD Plan
• Discussion: Concept Plan for 105 Central Avenue East (Title Specialists)

City Council

The St. Michael City Council approved resolutions for the MacIver Avenue Improvement Project, including ordering the improvement after a public hearing, and approved engineering and geotechnical service proposals. They also approved the Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Plan Update after a hearing, which could lead to a $22.4M to $34M project and potential rate increases. Additionally, the council appointed new members to the Planning and Zoning Commission and EDA, and authorized signing an amendment to the Zachman Property purchase agreement.

• Approved Resolution 01-25-22-05 ordering MacIver Avenue Improvement Project (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 01-25-22-06 for engineering services for MacIver Ave (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 01-25-22-07 for geotechnical exploration services (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 01-25-22-08 approving WWTP Facilities Plan Update (all aye)
• Appointed Kyle Hartnett and Deborah Briggs to Planning and Zoning Commission (all aye)
• Appointed Nick Schultz to 6-year EDA term and Jacob Sequist to 3-year EDA term (all aye)
• Authorized Mayor and Administrator to sign amendment extending Zachman Property feasibility period to Feb 4, 2022 (all aye)
• Approved claims totaling $533,974.80 (all aye)

Council

The council approved a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning to R-4 PUD, preliminary plat, final plat, and PUD site plan for the Lincoln View Apartments project, with a 3-2 vote. The council also approved a development agreement and business subsidy for MP Seafood, adopted a massage therapist ordinance, approved a wetland bank plan, and set a joint worksession with the Planning Commission for February 1. Several other routine items were approved on the consent agenda.

• Approved Lincoln View Apartments comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning, plat, and PUD site plan (3-2)
• Approved development agreement and business subsidy for MP Seafood (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2302 regulating massage therapists (unanimous)
• Approved Crow River Wetland Bank Plan (unanimous)
• Approved shift differential for Public Works staff (unanimous)
• Approved increasing Step 7 of Public Works pay ranges by $2.37 (4-1)
• Accepted resignation of Public Works employee Justin Zimmer (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $307,982.83 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will discuss a concept plan for Noberg Homes and a possible interim use permit for larger events at the Breakfast Barn. The body will also coordinate a Comprehensive Plan joint workshop for early February.

• Concept Plan for Noberg Homes (CSAH #35/35th Street NE)
• Possible Interim Use Permit for larger events at Breakfast Barn
• Comprehensive Plan Joint Workshop planning
• Project updates and lot inventory review