Willmar public meetings in 2024

30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 16, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council to adopt 2025 fee schedule and discuss cannabis ordinance

The City Council will vote on several consent items including the 2025 fee schedule and ARPA fund designations. Regular business includes reviewing final plans for the Outdoor Rink/Pavilion and an overview of the cannabis ordinance.

Resolution adopting the 2025 Fee Schedule
Resolution designating ARPA funds to Kandiyohi County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Housing Trust Fund
Final plans and specifications for the Outdoor Rink/Pavilion and authorization for bids
Cannabis Ordinance Overview
Sunday Liquor License and Sale of THC Products 2025 License Renewals

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Dec 2, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to hold Truth in Taxation and sanitary sewer rate hearings

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Truth in Taxation and proposed sanitary sewer rate amendments for 2025 through 2029. The body will also consider purchase agreement amendments for JOTS and CURA.

Truth in Taxation public hearing
Public hearing on Ordinance Amending Sanitary Sewer Rates 2025 through 2029
Pursuit of Transportation Alternatives Grant Program and Active Transportation Funding
Legal Services Rates for 2025
JOTS and CURA purchase agreement amendments

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Tue Nov 26, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to review 2025 budget and capital improvement plan

The City Council will meet to review the 2025 Budget and the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also review the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

Review of 2025 Budget
Review of Capital Improvement Plan 2025
Review of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

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Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Mon Nov 18, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to discuss wastewater rate changes and improvement project budgets

The Willmar City Council will consider an ordinance to amend sanitary sewer rates following a rate study. The body will also review professional services agreements and preliminary budgets for 2025 and 2026 improvement projects.

Ordinance amending Sanitary Sewer Rates
2025 and 2026 Improvement Project Professional Services Agreements and preliminary budgets
2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Request for Proposals for Criminal Prosecution Services
Plat approval for McKenzie Estates First Addition

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to hold public hearings on electric rates and 2025 improvements

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding an ordinance to amend electric rates for 2025 through 2027 and 2025 improvements. The body will also consider the selection of a Police Chief executive recruiter and the certification of unpaid utility charges as liens.

Public hearing on Ordinance Amending Electric Rates 2025 through 2027
2025 Improvement Hearing
Selection of Police Chief Executive Recruiter
Dovre Township Fire Agreement
CR 5 and Trott Ave/Willmar Ave Signal Warrants

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Items Removed from Consent Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Oct 21, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to consider 2025 health insurance rates and electric rate changes

The Willmar City Council will hold public hearings regarding special assessments for unpaid mowing, fire alarm, and tree removal charges. The body will also discuss the 2025 health insurance rates, electric rate ordinances, and the assignment of interim Police Chief duties.

Public hearings for unpaid weed/grass mowing, fire alarm system, and infectious tree removal charges
Approval of 2025 Health Insurance Rates and Employer Contribution
Ordinance amending electric rates
Approval of Blue Line Arena second scoreboard
Assignment of interim Police Chief duties

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

"Community Pride" Announcements

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 18:30

General

City Council to consider senior housing TIF and interim police chief appointment

The Willmar City Council will discuss a TIF agreement for Water View Senior Housing and the appointment of an interim police chief. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the sale of real property and the vacation of easements.

Public hearings on the sale of real property and Water View Senior Housing easements
Water View Senior Housing Development TIF Agreement
Appointment of an Interim Police Chief
Introduction of an ordinance amending electric rates
Acceptance of Final Project No. 2301-C: Irene, Augusta & Mary Avenue SE Reconstruction

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Willmar Municipal Utilities , Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

6 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

6 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

6 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Sep 30, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to discuss 2025 budget and executive recruiting

The City Council will hold discussions regarding the 2025 budget. The body is also considering authorization to solicit proposals from executive recruiting firms.

Authorization to solicit proposals from executive recruiting firms
2025 Budget discussions

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Willmar Municipal Utilities Auditorium, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

6 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Doug Reese yea · Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council to consider real estate acquisitions and property sales

The City Council will review several property agreements, including the acquisition of Rice Home Medical Properties and a lease amendment with CentraCare Health System. The body will also consider an ordinance to authorize the sale of real property and adopt the 2024 Assessment Roll.

Acquisition of Rice Home Medical Properties
Lease amendment with CentraCare Health System
Adoption of 2024 Assessment Roll
Plat approvals for Fair Grounds Second Addition and Gurley's Addition
Public hearing authorization for the sale of real property

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Tue Sep 3, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Council to set preliminary property tax levy and approve 2025 budget

The Willmar City Council will receive the Mayor's proposed 2025 budget and consider setting the preliminary property tax levy. The meeting includes approving consent agenda items, such as minutes and grant acceptance, and authorizing the purchase of hazardous materials decontamination and rescue strut equipment for the Fire Department.

Receive Mayor's Proposed Budget for 2025
Set Preliminary Property Tax Levy
Authorize purchase of hazardous materials decontamination system
Authorize purchase of rescue struts
Set public hearing for Water View Senior Housing easements

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Wed Aug 28, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to review 2025 General Fund and Tax Levy

The City Council will meet to review the 2025 General Fund and Tax Levy. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

Review of 2025 General Fund and Tax Levy

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Willmar Municipal Utilities Auditorium, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Aug 19, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council to hold 2024 Assessment Hearing

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding 2024 assessments. The body will also consider a professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk and the CentraCare East Addition major subdivision.

Public hearing for 2024 Assessment
Major Subdivision: CentraCare East Addition
Professional Services Agreement with Bolton & Menk
Kandiyohi County Economic Development 2025 budget
Project No. 2201-A reconstructing 6th Street SW from Willmar Ave to 19th Ave

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Items Removed from Consent Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Aug 5, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Council to consider gas franchise fees and approve contracts

The Willmar City Council will consider establishing a gas franchise ordinance and fee, approve contracts for airport and fiber services, and address roof repairs at the Civic Center.

Public hearing on gas franchise ordinance and fee
Contract with Bolton & Menk for professional services
Fiber use agreement with Hometown Fiber
Contract with West Central Roofing for Civic Center repairs
Approval of 2-year lease with Willmar Warhawks for Civic Center

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Jul 29, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Willmar City Council to review Capital Improvement Plan

The City Council will meet to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes the approval of accounts payable and a gambling application for West Central Ducks Unlimited.

Capital Improvement Plan
Accounts Payable Report for 7/11/24 - 7/23/24
West Central Ducks Unlimited Lawful Gambling Application

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Willmar Municipal Utilities Auditorium, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Jul 15, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council to hold public hearing on TIF for Waterview Senior Housing

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the establishment of a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for Waterview Senior Housing. The body will also consider a wastewater rate study and the sale of a THC product license to Hemponix Holdings LLC. Additionally, the council will call for public hearings on gas franchise and gas franchise fee ordinances.

Public hearing to establish a TIF for Waterview Senior Housing
Consideration of a Wastewater Rate Study
Call for public hearings on Gas Franchise and Gas Franchise Fee Ordinances
Consideration of THC Product License sale to Hemponix Holdings LLC
Temporary on-sale liquor license permits for Green Mill and Intuition Brewing LLC

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar council reviews rezoning for parcel #95-280-2480 and staff pay policies

The Willmar City Council will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning Parcel #95-280-2480 from R2 to GB. Regular business covers the sale of General Obligation Improvement Bonds Series 2024A, contract negotiations with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for airport engineering and outdoor rink/pavilion services, and updates to the Classification Plan and Compensation Plan. Routine consent items include recent meeting minutes, FAA fund transfers, and the purchase of three police squad cars.

Public hearing to rezone Parcel #95-280-2480 from R2 to GB
Awarding sale of General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2024A
Contract negotiation with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for airport engineering/planning services
Professional service agreement with Bolton and Menk for outdoor rink/pavilion
New policies for the Classification Plan and Compensation Plan

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon May 20, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Council reviews rezoning, property sale to Cura, and TH 12 lighting agreement

The Willmar City Council is reviewing a consent agenda containing zoning changes, grant applications, liquor permits, and financial reports. A public hearing will consider amending an ordinance for selling real property to Cura. Regular business includes a cooperative agreement with MNDot for lighting on TH 12 and equipment purchases. These items affect local land use, road infrastructure funding, and municipal operations.

Rezoning Parcel #95-280-2480 from R2 to GB (rescheduled to June 3)
Public hearing on amending the ordinance for selling real property to Cura
MNDot cooperative agreement for WMU lighting project on TH 12
Purchase of a Toro 5040 Sandpro from MTI Distributing
Greater Minnesota Parks and Trails Legacy Grant application

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Items Removed from Consent Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon May 6, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

City Council considers $11 million in bonds and sales tax reallocation

The Willmar City Council will hear proposals on issuing up to $11,000,000 in general obligation bonds, reallocating local option sales tax dollars, financing the Bethesda Senior Housing Project, and selling land to CURA. Regular business includes reviewing a bike, pedestrian, and trail plan that affects local navigation, awarding bids for two projects, considering a rezoning from R2 to GB for Parcel #95-280-2480, and introducing a Tax Increment Finance Housing District with a July 1 hearing date. Consent items cover meeting minutes, a Public Works truck purchase, liquor licenses, and municipal liability coverage.

Ordinance authorizing up to $11,000,000 General Obligation Bonds, Series 2024A
Ordinance to reallocate local option sales tax dollars
Rezoning Parcel #95-280-2480 from R2 to GB (public hearing set for July)
Establishment of a Tax Increment Finance Housing District (July 1 public hearing)
Public Works one-ton truck purchase and Project No. 2408 bid award

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Apr 29, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Willmar City Council to discuss bonding and Connect Willmar updates

The City Council meeting includes a bonding overview and an update on the Connect Willmar Initiative. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding special assessment policy.

Bonding overview
Connect Willmar Initiative update
Special Assessment Policy

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Willmar Municipal Utilities , Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

6 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Apr 15, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers land sale to Cura and $81,896.77 playground equipment purchase

The Willmar City Council will consider an ordinance for the sale of 5.54 acres to Cura. The council will also review a resolution to purchase playground equipment for Valleyside Park. Additional items include bid awards for wastewater roof replacement and path improvements.

Ordinance for sale of 5.54 acres to Cura
$81,896.77 purchase of playground equipment for Valleyside Park
Wastewater Roof Replacement Bid Award
Project No. 2404-B Bid Award 19th Ave Path Improvements
Ordinance to reallocate Local Option Sales Tax dollars

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Mon Apr 1, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Council considers selling city land to Jennie-O Turkey Store and Dooley’s Petroleum

The Willmar City Council will hold public hearings on two proposed city land sales, one to Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. and another for the Dooley’s Petroleum Expansion Project in the 4th Addition of the Willmar Industrial Park. Members are scheduled to review bid awards for Projects No. 2401-A and 2401-B, examine a police body camera audit, and discuss an outdoor ice rink request alongside a community center task force report. These items cover local commercial development, municipal infrastructure spending, public safety reviews, and recreational planning.

Public hearing on selling parcel 95-872-1160 to Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc.
Public hearing on land sale in the 4th Addition of Willmar Industrial Park for Dooley’s Petroleum Expansion Project
Bid awards and as-bid budgets for Projects No. 2401-A and 2401-B
Review of the 2022-2023 Willmar Police Department Body Worn Camera audit
Outdoor ice rink request and Mayor's Community Center Task Force report

land-salesindustrial-parkbid-awardspolice-auditcommunity-centerspublic-hearings

Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Consent Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Mar 18, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council considers industrial expansion and zoning changes.

The Council will hold public hearings on alcoholic beverage ordinances and a Ward 4 rezoning. The agenda also includes introducing ordinances for land sales to Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. and the Dooley’s Petroleum Expansion Project. Additionally, the council will consider bid awards for Eagle Lake lift stations and parking lot improvements.

Rezoning of Parcel 95-923-8320 in Ward 4
Sale of Parcel 95-872-1160 to Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc.
Dooley’s Petroleum Expansion Project land purchase agreement
Bid award for Eagle Lake Lift Stations 7, 8 & 9
Bid award for Thompson Parking Lot & Ella Ave Path

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

9 yea

Doug Reese yea · Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Mar 11, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

Resolution to transfer Willmar Care Center operations and real estate to CURA

The City Council will consider a resolution regarding the transition of operations and conveyance of Willmar Care Center real estate to CURA. The council will also receive updates on CURA and the Connect Willmar Initiative.

Resolution approving the transition of operations and conveyance of Willmar Care Center real estate to CURA
CURA update and discussion
Connect Willmar Initiative update

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Willmar City Auditorium , Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

Mon Mar 4, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council to discuss senior housing financing and rezoning requests

The council will consider financing for the Bethesda Senior Housing Project and a rezoning request in Ward 4. The agenda also includes a temporary liquor permit application and agreements for pickleball court resurfacing.

Conduit financing for Bethesda Senior Housing Project
Rezoning of parcel 95-923-8320 in Ward 4
Resurfacing of Sperry Pickleball courts with C and H Sports Surfaces, Inc.
Bidding authorization for the 19th Ave Trail Project
FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant application request

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Approve Consent Agenda Items

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

8 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council reviews wastewater plant plans and plow truck purchase

The council will consider plans for wastewater plant roof replacement and pump replacement. Agenda items also include a public works plow truck purchase and an ordinance amendment regarding alcoholic beverages.

Public Works plow truck purchase and reappropriation
Wastewater Plant roof replacement plans and advertisement for bids
Approval of CURA purchase agreement and setting a public hearing date
Introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 3, Alcoholic Beverages
Final payment for Project No. 2303 23rd St SE Area Improvements

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Items Removed from Consent Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Mon Feb 5, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council meeting set for February 5, 2024

The City Council will review liquor licenses for Birdie Boys, LLC and consider a city branding initiative. The agenda also includes requests for engineering services at the municipal airport and a broadband outreach proposal.

Finalizing Project No. 2101-A 2nd Street SE Reconstruction
Finalizing Project No. 2204 Parking Lots Reconstruction
Finalizing Project No. 2304 Block 22 Lot & Sunrise Path
Birdie Boys, LLC On-Sale Intoxicating and Sunday Liquor Licenses
Request for Statement of Qualifications for Willmar Municipal Airport engineering services

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea

Mon Jan 22, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

City Council work session to discuss Willmar Broadband Project

The City Council will hold a work session to receive an update on the Willmar Broadband Project. No other regular business items are listed for discussion.

Willmar Broadband Project Update

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Willmar Municipal Utilities, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

Tue Jan 16, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council meeting set for January 16, 2024

The City Council will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and a MnDot contract amendment. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding City Hall and the acknowledgment of 2023 fourth-quarter donations.

Amendment No. 1 to MnDot Contract No. 1031715
Resolution to acknowledge 4th Quarter 2023 donations
City Hall discussion

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Heath and Human Services Building - Board Room, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Adjourn

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Carl Shuldes yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Tue Jan 9, 2024 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to discuss City Hall Community Center summary

The Willmar City Council will review a summary regarding the City Hall Community Center. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call.

City Hall Community Center Summary

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Willmar Municipal Utilities Auditorium, Willmar

Agenda (official) · cached copy

Tue Jan 2, 2024 · 18:30

City Council

Willmar City Council considers THC license renewal and election judge pay

The City Council will review a resolution to deny a THC license renewal for High Cake Recreational Dispensary. The council will also consider approving a pay increase for election judges.

Resolution denying THC license renewal for High Cake Recreational Dispensary
Approval of pay increase for Election Judges
Adoption of the 2024 Fee Schedule
Appointment of Pioneerland Library Board member
Reappointments to Airport Commission and Park and Recreation Board

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BOARD ROOM HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES BUILDING, WILLMAR

Agenda (official) · cached copy

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)

Named votes as recorded in the official record.

Proposed Additions or Deletions to Agenda

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea

Approve Consent Agenda Items

7 yea

Justin Ask yea · Audrey Nelsen yea · Rick Fagerlie yea · Vicki Davis yea · Thomas Butterfield yea · Julie Asmus yea · Michael O'Brien yea