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WaconiaMN averageUS Census ACS
Population
13,223
Per-capita income
$50,332
Median home value
$407,600
Bachelor's or higher
50%
Typical home value $469,958 +1.9% yr/yr · +12.3% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$28.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$31.5M (FY2023)
Taxes$11.1M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$54.8M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,411 (FY2023)

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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

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WACONIA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Thursday, September 3, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. CHAIR: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: CHAD GENZ JOE POLUNC BRUCE PAULSEN DARYL PETERSON JACOB WECKMAN SIMON MALINSKI NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the Community Development Director at 952-442- 3106 or lbraaten@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. ADOPT AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) August 6, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 4. NEW BUSINESS 1) PUBLIC HEARING – After the Fact Variance – 301 Oak Street South Open Public Hearing Close Public Hearing Motion recommending approval/denial of the three variances requested by the applicant to allow the existing garage to be located 9.8 feet from the rear lot line versus the 10 ft. minimum setback required; to be located 14.1 feet from 3rd Street where a 15-foot minimum setback is required; and to allow 36% hardcover on the property where a maximum of 35% is allowed within the R-2 Single-Family …
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Recent meetings

Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:30

Park Board

Park Board to review Sudheimer Park update

The Waconia Park Board is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from the May 21, 2026 meeting, and to receive an update on Sudheimer Park. The meeting also includes staff park items and board updates. No other substantive actions are listed.

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WACONIA PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA Thursday, August 20, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. CHAIR: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: LUCAS REINERS BEN STRASHEIM ELIZABETH DEMEYERE LEAH SOLTIS TAMI PETERSON DAN O'BRIEN NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator, Shane Fineran, at 952-442- 3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) Approve May 21, 2026 Park Board Meeting Minutes 4. REGULAR BUSINESS 1) Sudheimer Park Update 5. STAFF PARK ITEMS UPDATE 6. BOARD UPDATES & QUESTIONS 7. ADJOURN UPCOMING MEETINGS SEPTEMBER 17TH, 2026
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Lucas Reiners yea
Adjourn
3 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Lucas Reiners yea
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to issue $27.255M water revenue and capital improvement bonds

The Waconia City Council will consider issuing $27,255,000 in general obligation water revenue and capital improvement bonds, along with related resolutions and a public hearing. They will also discuss the 2027 Sugarbush neighborhood reconstruction project, an ordinance on short-term rentals, and salary changes for the mayor and council. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including expenditures and permits.

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WACONIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, August 17, 2026 6:00 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MAYOR: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: TIM LITFIN NICK GLEASON JEFF GRENGS JACOB COLEMAN DEREK SIDDONS NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:00 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator at 952-442-3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PROCLAMATIONS 1) Dan & Aldean Steinhagen Day 4. ADOPT AGENDA 5. PUBLIC HEARING 6. OPEN FORUM 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1) Years of Service Recognition 8. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA The items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-controversial by the Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember, City Staff, or Citizen so requests; in which case, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered at the end of the Regular Agenda. 1) August 3, 2026, Council Minutes 2) A …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rental and short-term rental ordinance changes

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially recommend approval or denial of amendments to Chapter 541 of the City Code. These changes specifically relate to rental housing licensing and short-term rental regulations.

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WACONIA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Thursday, August 6, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. CHAIR: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: CHAD GENZ JOE POLUNC BRUCE PAULSEN DARYL PETERSON JACOB WECKMAN SIMON MALINSKI NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 5:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the Community Development Director at 952-442- 3106 or lbraaten@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. ADOPT AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) July 9, 2026, Planning Commission Minutes 4. NEW BUSINESS 5. OLD BUSINESS 1) Amend Chapter 541 — Housing Ordinance for Rental Property Motion recommending approval or denial of the proposed amendments to Chapter 541 of the City Code relating to Rental Housing Licensing and Short-Term Rental Regulations. 6. OTHER 1) Staff Update 7. ADJOURN
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CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
ADOPT AGENDA
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to vote on water treatment plant contract and cannabis buffer rules

The Waconia City Council will meet to decide on routine approvals and several key items, including a $3.2 million contract for Water Treatment Plant No. 4 construction and an ordinance amendment setting cannabis retail buffer zones. The council will also discuss parking restrictions on 8th Street and hear staff reports on road construction updates.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $24.38M water treatment plant contract

The Waconia City Council awarded a $24,379,543 construction contract to Magney Construction for Water Treatment Plant No. 4 and a cold storage building. The Council also adopted Ordinance No. 794, amending cannabis buffer requirements and allowing certain cannabis businesses with retail components in specific districts. A motion to waive the $350 Special Event Permit fee for Thrivent Bank's Back-to-School Jamboree failed, but the permit was approved with the fee paid.

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WACONIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, August 3, 2026 6:00 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MAYOR: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: TIM LITFIN NICK GLEASON JEFF GRENGS JACOB COLEMAN DEREK SIDDONS NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:00 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator at 952-442-3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PROCLAMATIONS 4. ADOPT AGENDA 5. PUBLIC HEARING 6. OPEN FORUM Matt Steen, Carver County Sheriff Candidate 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 2026 State of the Library 8. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA The items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-controversial by the Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember, City Staff, or Citizen so requests; in which case, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered at the end of the Regular Agenda. 1) Approve the July 20, 2026, Council Minutes 2) Appro …
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CITY OF WACONIA AUGUST 3, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Litfin called the August 3, 2026, Waconia City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. with all Council Members present. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Litfin led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS None. 4. ADOPT AGENDA Mayor Litfin stated that Agenda Item 7 2026 State of the Library, be removed from the agenda and rescheduled. Motion to adopt the agenda with the removal of Item #7 was made by Council Member Siddons, seconded by Council Member Coleman. MOTION CARRIED. 5. PUBLIC HEARING None. 6. OPEN FORUM Mayor Litfin provided all the instructions for Open Forum. Matt Steen, Carver County Sheriff Candidate, introduced himself to the Council stating he is a one-term candidate. He is a US army National Guard veteran with a rank of sergeant, with over 29 years in law enforcement. He has held a supervisory position for 17 years and one term in political office. He will staff aggressively for full deputy levels for faster response times. Prioritize officer wellness, which supports the men and women who protect us. He will further training, making the City's sheriff's office the best trained in Minnesota and is true community oriented policing (COP) building trust and relationships in every neighborhood. He will also be sure every deputy is on a first-name basis with every business owner in Waconia. Theresa Green, 1547 Sparrow Road, a parent and a reside …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council to weigh annexation of Tamarack Land, Carver County parcels

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing on a joint annexation petition for Tamarack Land, LLC and Carver County-owned properties. The consent agenda includes routine approvals for expenditures, contractor pay requests, and several licenses. Council business items include a vote to deny a proposed ordinance that would have allowed cannabis micro and mezzo businesses in the B-1 district and reduced cannabis retail buffers, review of a small area plan for 801 Highway 284, and a site plan for a senior apartment building at 905 Airport Road.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves annexation and senior housing site plan

The Council approved an annexation petition for 138.08 acres and the site plan for a 43-unit affordable senior apartment building. Additionally, the Council updated downtown parking limits and approved a small area plan for a 9-acre site on Highway 284.

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WACONIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, July 20, 2026 6:00 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MAYOR: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: TIM LITFIN NICK GLEASON JEFF GRENGS JACOB COLEMAN DEREK SIDDONS NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:00 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator at 952-442-3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PROCLAMATIONS 4. ADOPT AGENDA 5. PUBLIC HEARING 1) Annexation Petition – Tamarack Land & Carver County Parcels Motion to Open the Public Hearing Motion to Close the Public Hearing Adopt Joint Resolution No. 2026-170 approving the annexation petition between the City of Waconia and Laketown Township for the Carver County owned properties and the Tamarack Land, LLC property identified in the attached resolution. 6. OPEN FORUM 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 8. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA The items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-controversial by the Council and will be approved b …
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CITY OF WACONIA JULY 20, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Litfin called the July 20, 2026, Waconia City Council meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Noting that Council Member Coleman is absent. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Litfin led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS None. 4. ADOPT AGENDA Motion to accept the agenda as published was made by Council Member Gleason, seconded by Council Member Siddons. MOTION CARRIED. 5. PUBLIC HEARING 1) Annexation Petition – Tamarack Land & Carver County Parcels Motion to open the public hearing was made by Council Member Gleason, seconded by Council Member Grengs. MOTION CARRIED. Abdi Sahai, Community Development Assistant, provided an overview of the proposed annexation, which includes approximately 138.08 acres. The property owners have submitted a petition for annexation in connection with the Woodland Trail residential development, which was approved by the Council on April 2, 2026. The proposed annexation also includes adjacent property owned by Carver County. The preliminary plat, approved by the Council in April 2026, consists of 127 residential units. Of the total annexation area, approximately 77.7 acres are owned by Carver County and include the site designated for a future lift station. No public comments were received regarding the proposed annexation, and with no members of the public present to speak, the public hearing was closed. Motion to close the public h …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on 43-unit senior apartment building at 905 Airport Road

The Waconia Planning Commission will decide whether to recommend approval or denial of a site plan for Trails Edge Senior Apartments, a 43-unit 55+ multifamily building at 905 Airport Road. Commissioners will also hold a public hearing on proposed changes to Chapter 541 of the city code governing rental housing licensing and short-term rental regulations. Additionally, they will review a small area plan for 801 Hwy. 284, with no action requested.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission tables short-term rental ordinance changes

The Waconia Planning Commission tabled a proposed amendment to the Housing Ordinance for rental properties, which included a three-strike enforcement system and buffer requirements. The motion to table passed 3-2, with staff directed to gather rental ordinances from Excelsior and Wayzata and schedule a work session. The commission also recommended approval of the Trails Edge Senior Apartments site plan at 905 Airport Road with eight conditions, and discussed a small area plan for 801 Hwy. 284 without a formal vote.

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WACONIA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Thursday, July 9, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. CHAIR: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: CHAD GENZ JOE POLUNC BRUCE PAULSEN DARYL PETERSON JACOB WECKMAN SIMON MALINSKI NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the Community Development Director at 952-442- 3106 or lbraaten@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. ADOPT AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) June 4, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 4. NEW BUSINESS 1) Site Plan — Trails Edge Senior Apartments at 905 Airport Road Motion to recommend approval or denial of the Site Plan application to allow the construction of a 43-unit, 55+ multi-family apartment building at 905 Airport Road. 2) Small Area Plan — 801 Hwy. 284 Review the Small Area Plan information. No action requested. 3) PUBLIC HEARING –Amend Chapter 541 — Housing Ordinance for Rental Property Motion to Open the Public Hearing Motion to Close the Public Hearing Motion recommending approval or denial of the p …
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CITY OF WACONIA JULY 9, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Waconia was called to order by Commissioner Chair Genz at 6:30 PM. The following Commissioners were present: Planning Commission Member Genz, Planning Commission Member Polunc, Planning Commission Member Paulsen, Planning Commission Member Peterson, Planning Commission Member Weckman The following Commissioners were absent: Planning Commission Member Malinski The following Commissioners were present but not voting: 2. ADOPT AGENDA Braaten stated there were no changes to the agenda. A motion was made by Commissioner Weckman to adopt the agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Paulsen. MOTION CARRIED 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) June 4, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Motion made by Commissioner Weckman to approve the June 4th minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Peterson. MOTION CARRIED 4. NEW BUSINESS 1) Site Plan — Trails Edge Senior Apartments at 905 Airport Road Braaten introduced the Site Plan explaining the history and location of the parcel. He indicated that the project met parking, setbacks, landscaping and hardcover requirements. Discussion followed regarding the proposed 55+ affordable apartment project. The commissioners didn't have questions. Braaten suggested striking condition #8 due to the applicant submitting a lighting plan prior to the meeting. Genz …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:30

Park Board

Park Board to discuss trail clean-up and tree planting photo opportunity

This meeting of the Waconia Park Board is largely procedural, with approval of minutes and staff updates. The only regular business item is a discussion of a photo opportunity related to trail clean-up and tree planting. No financial decisions or ordinances are on the agenda.

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WACONIA PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA Thursday, June 18, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. CHAIR: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: LUCAS REINERS BEN STRASHEIM LEAH SOLTIS TAMI PETERSON ELIZABETH DeMEYERE DAN O'BRIEN NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator, Shane Fineran, at 952-442- 3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4. REGULAR BUSINESS 1) Trail Clean-Up & Tree Planting Photo Opportunity 5. STAFF PARK ITEMS UPDATE 6. BOARD UPDATES & QUESTIONS 7. ADJOURN UPCOMING MEETINGS
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider issuing over $12 million in general obligation bonds

The City Council will discuss the issuance of two sets of general obligation bonds for city funding and street reconstruction. The body will also consider various consent items including infrastructure projects, property purchases, and a finance director appointment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $12.78M in bonds for streets, utility and Highway 5 projects

The Waconia City Council approved the issuance and sale of $9,510,000 in General Obligation Bonds (Series 2026A) for annual street and utility improvements and $3,270,000 in temporary bonds (Series 2026B) for the Highway 5 Phase 2 Reconstruction Project. The council also tabled a proposed ordinance amendment that would allow cannabis microbusinesses in the B-1 Highway Business District and reduce buffer requirements, moving discussion to the July 20, 2026 meeting. The consent agenda was adopted, including 21 items such as a four-way stop at Elm and 2nd Street, a ravine stabilization project, and a liquor license for the Waconia Legion.

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WACONIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, June 15, 2026 6:00 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MAYOR: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: TIM LITFIN NICK GLEASON JEFF GRENGS JACOB COLEMAN DEREK SIDDONS NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:00 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator at 952-442-3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PROCLAMATIONS 4. ADOPT AGENDA 5. PUBLIC HEARING 6. OPEN FORUM 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 8. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA The items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-controversial by the Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember, City Staff, or Citizen so requests; in which case, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered at the end of the Regular Agenda. 1) Approve the June 1, 2026, City Council Minutes 2) Approve June 15, 2026 Expenditures 3) Safari Island Community Center Exp …
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CITY OF WACONIA JUNE 15, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Litfin called the June 15, 2026, Waconia City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. with all Council Members present. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Litfin led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS None. 4. ADOPT AGENDA Mayor Litfin requested to move Council Business Item 9.1 Authorize the Issuance and Award Sale of General Obligation Bonds to Council Business 9.2 and move Council Business Item 9.2 Ordinance Amendment - Amend Sections 900.05.7, B-1 Highway Business District Section 900.06.1. D Cannabis Retail Business Buffer Requirements and Section 900.11, Uses Permitted by Conditional Use Permit and Interim Use Permit to Council Business Item 9.1 Motion to accept the agenda with the above renumeration was made by Council Member Coleman, seconded by Council Member Siddons. MOTION CARRIED. 5. PUBLIC HEARING None 6. OPEN FORUM None 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS None 8. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA 1) Approve the June 1, 2026, City Council Minutes 2) Approve June 15, 2026 Expenditures 3) Safari Island Community Center Expenditures from Sports Facilities Companies Incurred May 2026 4) Ice Arena Expenditures from Sports Facilities Companies Incurred May 2026 5) Contractor Pay Request - CSAH 10 Trail Project to GMH Asphalt, Inc. #2 6) Authorizing Replacement of Liquid De-Icing Storage Tanks 7) Authorize Acquisition of Second UTV 8) Intersection Control Ch …
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Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on cannabis microbusiness zoning changes

The Waconia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on proposed amendments to allow cannabis micro and mezzobusinesses in the B-1 Highway Business District and reduce cannabis retail buffer requirements. The meeting also includes routine procedural items like adopting the agenda and approving minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission denies cannabis buffer and B-1 district changes

The Waconia Planning Commission voted 4-0 to deny a request to amend the city's cannabis retail buffer requirements and to allow micro and mezzo cannabis businesses in the B-1 Highway Business District as an interim use. The denial will be forwarded to the City Council with the Commission's recommendation. The public hearing was closed before the vote.

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WACONIA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Thursday, June 4, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. CHAIR: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: CHAD GENZ JOE POLUNC BRUCE PAULSEN DARYL PETERSON JACOB WECKMAN SIMON MALINSKI NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the Community Development Director at 952-442- 3106 or lbraaten@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. ADOPT AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) May 7th, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 4. NEW BUSINESS 1) PUBLIC HEARING — Amend Sections 900.05.7, B-1, Highway Business District, Section 900.06.1.D Cannabis Retail Business Buffer Requirements and Section 900.11, Uses Permitted by Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Interim Use Permit (IUP) Open public hearing. Motion to close the public hearing. Recommend approval or denial of the proposed amendment to allow cannabis micro and mezzobusinesses as an interim use in the B-1, Highway Business District and reduce the cannabis retail business buffer requirements. 5. OLD BUS …
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CITY OF WACONIA JUNE 4, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Waconia was called to order by Commissioner Chair Genz at 6:30 PM. The following Commissioners were present: Planning Commission Member Genz, Planning Commission Member Polunc, Planning Commission Member Peterson, Planning Commission Member Weckman. The following Commissioners were absent: Planning Commission Member Paulsen, Planning Commission Member Malinski. The following Commissioners were present but not voting: None 2. ADOPT AGENDA A motion was made by Commissioner Weckman to adopt the agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Peterson. MOTION CARRIED 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) May 7th, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Motion made by Commissioner Weckman to approve the May 7th minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Peterson. MOTION CARRIED 4. NEW BUSINESS 1) PUBLIC HEARING — Amend Sections 900.05.7, B-1, Highway Business District, Section 900.06.1.D Cannabis Retail Business Buffer Requirements and Section 900.11, Uses Permitted by Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Interim Use Permit (IUP) Braaten introduced the ordinance amendment. He explained the history of the Cannabis discussion and the language that was adopted in 2024. He also explained what is allowed in the Industrial District and Highway Business District and displayed the zoning map to help explain permitted uses and exi …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Council holds hearing on 5th Street reconstruction, advances Water Treatment Plant No. 4

The Waconia City Council will hold a public hearing on the 5th Street Reconstruction Project and then vote on ordering improvements for that project. The council will also consider accepting plans and authorizing bids for a new Water Treatment Plant No. 4. Under the consent agenda, the council will approve development agreements for Waterford 10th Addition and Elm Creek Ridge subdivisions, along with routine financial items and a donation to the fire department.

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✓ Decided: Council orders 5th Street reconstruction, approves $35M water plant bid

The Waconia City Council ordered improvements for the 5th Street Reconstruction Project, including street, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water system upgrades, with an estimated cost of $2,576,000 for street and storm sewer work, $551,000 for sanitary sewer, and $700,000 for watermain (fully funded by MnDOT). The council also accepted plans and authorized advertisement for bids for the new Water Treatment Plant No. 4, with a total probable cost of $35,041,000. Both actions were approved unanimously via motions.

City Hall, Waconia
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WACONIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, June 1, 2026 6:00 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MAYOR: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: TIM LITFIN NICK GLEASON JEFF GRENGS JACOB COLEMAN DEREK SIDDONS NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:00 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator at 952-442-3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) Caleb Louden, fifth grader from Southview Elementary, will lead all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS 4. ADOPT AGENDA 5. PUBLIC HEARING 1) Public Hearing on the Improvements to the 5th Street Reconstruction Project Motion to Open the Public Hearing Motion to Close the Public Hearing 6. OPEN FORUM 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 8. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA The items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-controversial by the Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember, City Staff, or Citizen so re …
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CITY OF WACONIA JUNE 1, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Litfin called the June 1, 2026, Waconia City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. with all Council Members present. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) Caleb Louden, fifth grader from Southview Elementary, will lead all in the Pledge of Allegiance. Caleb Louden led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS None. 4. ADOPT AGENDA Motion to adopt the agenda as published was made by Council Member Gleason, seconded by Council Member Siddons. MOTION CARRIED. 5. PUBLIC HEARING 1) Public Hearing on the Improvements to the 5th Street Reconstruction Project Motion to open the public hearing was made by Council Member Coleman, seconded by Council Member Gleason. MOTION CARRIED. Jake Saulsbury, City Engineer, provided a presentation for the 5th Street Reconstruction Project. He explained that the Council received the feasibility report on May 4 and that the public hearing was part of the process required before ordering final plans and improvements and considering future special assessments. Property owners within the project area were notified of the hearing. The project areas include 5th Street, between Olive Street and Orange Street; Elm Street South, between 5th Street and Highway 5; and Pine Street South, between 5th Street and Highway 5. Mr. Saulsbury reviewed the project timeline, scope, estimated costs, financing sources, and the City’s assessment policy He noted …
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Thu May 21, 2026 · 18:30

Park Board

Waconia Park Board to review maintenance operations

The Park Board will meet to discuss and provide direction on park maintenance operations. The meeting also includes standard approvals of the agenda and previous meeting minutes.

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WACONIA PARK BOARD MEETING AGENDA Thursday, May 21, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: LEAH SOLTIS BEN STRASHEIM TAMI PETERSON LUCAS REINERS ELIZABETH DeMEYERE DAN O'BRIEN NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator, Shane Fineran, at 952-442- 3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) Approve March 19, 2026 Park Board Meeting Minutes 4. REGULAR BUSINESS 1) Park Maintenance Operations Overview Discussion & Direction 5. STAFF PARK ITEMS UPDATE 6. BOARD UPDATES & QUESTIONS 7. ADJOURN UPCOMING MEETINGS
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea
Approval of Minutes
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea
Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider road contracts and budget amendments

The City Council will discuss the 2026 Pavement Management Project and the 2nd Quarter Budget Amendments. The body is also reviewing several grants, loans, and business closing applications.

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✓ Decided: Council awards 2026 mill & overlay contract, accepts audit

The Waconia City Council approved a construction contract for the 2026 Pavement Management Plan Mill & Overlay Project and accepted the audited 2025 financial report. The council also adopted the consent agenda, which included budget amendments, a facade improvement grant, and a loan for a local business. No public hearings or open forum items were held.

201 South Vine Street, Waconia
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WACONIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, May 18, 2026 6:00 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MAYOR: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: TIM LITFIN NICK GLEASON JEFF GRENGS JACOB COLEMAN DEREK SIDDONS NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:00 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator at 952-442-3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PROCLAMATIONS 1) National Public Works Week May 18 through May 24, 2026 Mayor Litfin to read the Proclamation into the record 4. ADOPT AGENDA 5. PUBLIC HEARING 6. OPEN FORUM 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1) Stewardship Award Presentation Present Stewardship Award to Mike and Joann Werner 8. ADOPT CONSENT AGENDA The items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-controversial by the Council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Councilmember, City Staff, or Citizen so requests; in which case, the item will be removed fro …
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CITY OF WACONIA MAY 18, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Litfin called the May 18, 2026, City Council Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.with all Council Members present. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Litfin led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS 1) National Public Works Week May 18 through May 24, 2026 Mayor Litfin read the Proclamation proclaming May 18 through May 24, 2026, as National Public Works Week. 4. ADOPT AGENDA Motion to adopt the agenda as published was made by Council Member Siddons seconded by Council Member Grengs. MOTION CARRIED. 5. PUBLIC HEARING None 6. OPEN FORUM None 7. COMMUNITY INTEREST PRESENTATIONS 1) Stewardship Award Presentation Third Annual Stewardship Award Presentation. The Mayor stated this award is presented in recognition of two Waconia residents — Mike and Joann Werner. The Werners exemplify their spirit of stewardship through their lifelong dedication to serving others and to giving back to the Waconia community. Their impact can be seen across countless organizations, programs, and community events where they consistently give their time, energy, and support. Together, Mike and Joann volunteer at Ridgeview Medial Center, St. Joseph's Catholic School, Meals on Wheels, and many other local organizations. At St. Joseph's, Joann serves as an elector, sings in the funeral and assists with funeral dinners while Mike serves as an usher. They also are dependable Meals on Wheels drivers. D …
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Thu May 7, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold work session on Shoreland Flexibility Ordinance

The Planning Commission will receive a site plan update for Water Treatment Plant No. 4. The meeting includes a work session regarding the Shoreland Flexibility Ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission hears water treatment plant update, no votes taken

The Waconia Planning Commission met on May 7, 2026, and took only procedural actions: adopting the agenda and approving the April 9 minutes. The sole new business item was an informational update on the Water Treatment Plant No. 4 site plan, with no decision made. No old business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned after a staff update covering several upcoming projects.

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WACONIA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA Thursday, May 7, 2026 6:30 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. CHAIR: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: MEMBER: ALTERNATE: CHAD GENZ JOE POLUNC BRUCE PAULSEN DARYL PETERSON JACOB WECKMAN SIMON MALINSKI NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:30 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the Community Development Director at 952-442- 3106 or lbraaten@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. ADOPT AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1) April 9, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 4. NEW BUSINESS 1) SITE PLAN UPDATE – Water Treatment Plant No. 4 No formal action necessary. 5. OLD BUSINESS 6. OTHER 1) Staff Update 7. ADJOURN 8. WORK SESSION - SHORELAND FLEXIBILITY ORDINANCE
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CITY OF WACONIA MAY 7, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Waconia was called to order by Commissioner Chair Genz at 6:30 PM. The following Commissioners were present: Planning Commission Member Genz, Planning Commission Member Polunc, Planning Commission Member Paulsen, Planning Commission Member Peterson, Planning Commission Member Malinski The following Commissioners were absent: Planning Commission Member Weckman The following Commissioners were present but not voting: None 2. ADOPT AGENDA Braaten said there were no changes to the agenda. A motion was made by Commissioner Paulsen to adopt the agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Peterson. MOTION CARRIED 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion made by Commissioner Polunc to approve the April 9th minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Paulsen. MOTION CARRIED 1) April 9, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 4. NEW BUSINESS 1) SITE PLAN UPDATE – Water Treatment Plant No. 4 Braaten introduced this agenda item as more of an informational piece to keep everyone in the loop regarding the progress of the new water treatment plant. He brought up the map and indicated the existing site. He also described the infrastructure of the plant as well as the neighborhoods that would be serviced. Discussion followed about the business park that is planned to the east of the subject property. The future business park s …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Simon Malinski yea
Approval of Minutes
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Simon Malinski yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Simon Malinski yea
Mon May 4, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Public hearing on Highway 5 Phase 2 street reconstruction bonds, 5th Street project

The council will hold a public hearing to consider issuing temporary street reconstruction bonds for Highway 5 Phase 2, and vote on a resolution adopting the plan. They will also receive a feasibility report for the 5th Street Reconstruction Project and call a public hearing for it. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, expenditures, bids for the Reitz Lake Lift Station, donations to the fire department, and several license applications.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $3.8M Fifth Street reconstruction plan, sets June hearing

The Waconia City Council adopted Resolution 2026-113 to issue temporary street reconstruction bonds for the Highway 5 Phase 2 project and approved the street reconstruction plan. The council also received the feasibility report for the Fifth Street Reconstruction Project and scheduled a public hearing for June 1, 2026. Consent agenda items, including a firefighter retirement recognition, were approved as published.

City Hall, Waconia
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WACONIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Monday, May 4, 2026 6:00 PM VISION STATEMENT A thriving, connected community with deep roots: a great place to live for a lifetime. MISSION STATEMENT A city that leads, serves, and governs to enhance the quality of life for all community members. MAYOR: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: COUNCIL MEMBER: TIM LITFIN NICK GLEASON JEFF GRENGS JACOB COLEMAN DEREK SIDDONS NOTE: TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE PRESENT FOR ITEMS OF INTEREST, PLEASE BE PRESENT AT 6:00 P.M. Those with items on the agenda should reach out to their staff contact. Others who wish to participate in the meeting, please contact the City Administrator at 952-442-3100 or sfineran@waconiamn.gov to make certain that you are called upon during the meeting. 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) Kjersten Lueth, a 5th grader from Bayview Elementary School will lead all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS 1) Drink Water Week Mayor Litfin to read the Drink Water Week Proclamation into the record 4. ADOPT AGENDA 5. PUBLIC HEARING 1) 2026 Debt Issuance for Highway 5 Phase 2 — Temporary Street Reconstruction Bonds and Approval of Street Reconstruction Plan Motion to Open the Public Hearing Motion to Close the Public Hearing Adopt Resolution No. 2026-113 Resolution Adopting a Street Reconstruction and Overlay Plan and Approving the Issuance of General Obligation Street Reconstruction Bonds …
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CITY OF WACONIA MAY 4, 2026 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Mayor Litfin called the May 4, 2026, Waconia City Council Meeting to order a 6:00 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 1) Kjersten Lueth, a 5th grader from Bayview Elementary School will lead all in the Pledge of Allegiance. Kjersten Lueth, a 5th grader from Bayview Elementary School, led all in the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. PROCLAMATIONS 1) Drink Water Week Mayor Litfin read the Drink Water Week Proclamation into the record. 4. ADOPT AGENDA Mayor Litfin requested that Consent Agenda Item 8.6, Firefighter Retirement, be moved to agenda Item 9.1 under Council business with the remaining agenda items renumbered consecutively. Motion to adopt the agenda as published with the above changes was made by Council Member Coelman, seconded by Council Member Siddons. MOTION CARRIED. 5. PUBLIC HEARING 1) 2026 Debt Issuance for Highway 5 Phase 2 — Temporary Street Reconstruction Bonds and Approval of Street Reconstruction Plan Nicole Meyer, Finance Director, provided an overview of the public hearing process stating a public hearing is required for the portion of the bonds that are planned to be issued as part of the Highway 5 Phase 2 project. The bonds will be issued as temporary bonds and will assist with cash flow for the project costs as aid and reimbursements from Carver County and the State are paid to the City and work is completed on the project. The bonds will be fully repaid by other fundin …
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Thu Apr 9, 2026

Planning Commission

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Minutes
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
New Business
5 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Bruce Paulsen yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
Thu Mar 19, 2026

Park Board

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea · Dan O'Brien yea
Approval of Minutes
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea · Dan O'Brien yea
Adjourn
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea · Dan O'Brien yea
Thu Feb 5, 2026

Planning Commission

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADOPT AGENDA
4 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
Approval of Minutes [Approve]
4 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
New Business
4 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Daryl Peterson yea · Jacob Weckman yea
Adjourn
3 yea
Chad Genz yea · Joe Polunc yea · Daryl Peterson yea
Thu Jan 15, 2026

Park Board

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea
Approval of Minutes
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea
Adjourn [Adjourn]
5 yea
Tami Peterson yea · Leah Soltis yea · Ben Strasheim yea · Lucas Reiners yea · Elizabeth DeMeyere yea
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$1.0MEVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY, THE
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: COMMUNITY NURSING HOME FY23
$938,167EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY, THE
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: NURSING HOME SERVICES
$871,419EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY, THE
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: COMMUNITY NURSING HOME FY24
$221,8481MICRO, LLC
Department of Defense · UNISON BUY #1175818 AA1000-5002 ACCESS PACKAGE
$191,1651MICRO, LLC
Department of Defense · KEY CONTROL SYSTEM UNISON BUY PACKAGE: 1183108
$177,1191MICRO, LLC
Department of Defense · AA1000-5002 ACCESS PACKAGE UNISON BUY #1172572
$171,6451MICRO, LLC
Department of Defense · UNISON BUY# 1175823 AA1000-5002 ACCESS PACKAGE
$153,0261MICRO, LLC
Department of Defense · AA1000-5002 INTERMEDIATE ACCESS PACKAGE UNISON BUY #1183113
$145,9741MICRO, LLC
Department of Defense · UNISON BUY# ECSVJBQ6ESC5 AA1000-5002 ACCESS PACKAGE
$84,5681MICRO, LLC
Department of Defense · UNISON BUY # 1183110 AA1000-5002 INTERMEDIATE ACCESS PACKAGE

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Carver County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2022)
Business establishments2,714 (39,280 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (105 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy7.4% (low numeracy 12% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

338
Recorded votes
$28.3M
Annual budget
$54.8M
Debt outstanding
223
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$28.3M
Spending$31.5M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load HIGH

Outstanding debt$54.8M
Debt-to-revenue1.94×
Debt-load index75 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.538
All kids
0.517
Black kids
0.385

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