Erica Zweifel

HRA 2027 budget

The city's 2027 contribution to the joint fire service is part of the approved budget.

city council candidate interview

No direct hit to city finances—this is just an interview, though the election could eventually shape budget decisions.

Residential curbside compost/organics recycling

Universal composting would add a fee for all residents; rough cost figures were presented.

2027 City Fees and Charges

Higher city fees take effect January 1, 2027, if approved in September.

2027 Reclamation Project

No costs set yet; the feasibility report will establish project scope and estimated assessments.

Data center zoning standards (Ordinance 1098)

Unknown, but residents raised concerns about pollution and environmental costs if data centers come to town.

Data Processing Facility Setbacks

No dollar figures are on the table yet—any tax or utility impacts depend on what, if anything, actually gets proposed.

Athletic Field Signage Regulations

St. Olaf Neighborhood Parking

Ames Mill Dam discussion

Grant funding is currently available to help pay for the dam removal, so timing could affect how much the city and partners pay.

Sustainability in the Zoning Code Update

Any new environmental standards could affect building costs for developers and homeowners down the road.

Habitat for Humanity proposal for HRA-owned Linden/Cherry St. property

The proposal could affect the value and use of an HRA-owned parcel, though no cost figures were available.

Park Dedication Requirements and Fees

Updated fees could change how much new development contributes toward parks.

Sale of hospital EMS property at 1600 Riverview Lane

Sale proceeds not stated in the minutes.

Police Department Q3 Report

Economic Development Authority Enabling Resolution

Panhandle lot variance at 908-912 5th Street East

Historic Downtown Improvement Grant Program

Grant funding would support private property improvements downtown.

Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) planning

RFP costs were not stated; the plan could unlock federal implementation funding.

Highway 3 Intersection Safety

Approval of Agenda

Consent Agenda — September 16, 2026 EQC Meeting Minutes

Motion of Support for Ames Mill Dam removal timeline and next steps

Motion to support the revised Sustainable Building Policy

Adjournment

Consent Agenda (Items 1-8)

Sale of 1600 Riverview Lane property (Res. 2026-098)

Release of Residential Curbside Compost/Organic Recycling RFP

MPCA Organic Management Grant application

First reading of Ordinance No. 1098 (data processing facilities)

Consider Approval of September 22, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes.

Consider Approving Disbursements totaling $2,206,835.99

Approval of Agenda

Consent Agenda (Items 1-9)

St. Olaf-Area Parking Resolution (Res. 2026-093)

Rice County Parking Request on County Road 43 (Item 12)

Preliminary 2027 General Fund Budget and Public Hearing (Res. 2026-094)

Proposed 2026 Total Tax Levy Payable in 2027 (Res. 2026-095)

2027 Utility Rates (Res. 2026-091)

Consider Approval of September 8, 2026 City Council Special Closed Meeting Minutes.

Approval of Agenda

Consent Agenda (Items 1-9)

St. Olaf-Area Parking Resolution (Res. 2026-093)

Rice County Parking Request on County Road 43 (Item 12)

Preliminary 2027 General Fund Budget and Public Hearing (Res. 2026-094)

Proposed 2026 Total Tax Levy Payable in 2027 (Res. 2026-095)

2027 Utility Rates (Res. 2026-091)

adjourn the meeting at 9:35 p.m.

extend the meeting until business is complete

Motion to extend the meeting until business is complete

Motion to adjourn

approve the Consent Agenda

approve the agenda as amended

adjourn the meeting at 9:00 p.m.

Approval of Agenda as Amended

Approval of August 25, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes

Approval of Disbursements totaling $1,634,921.88

Resolution 2026-087 Declaring Welcoming Week

Temporary Liquor License for Chapel Brewing

Resolution 2026-088 Accepting Donation of Ice Arena Rink Boards

FHWA Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Agreement

Second Reading of Ordinance 1097 — Industrial Block Lengths

Resolution 2026-089 — Greater Minnesota EV Infrastructure Program

Adjournment at 9:00 p.m.

approve the agenda

adjourn the meeting at 7:49 p.m.

adjourn the meeting at 4:04 p.m.

Resolution 2026-083 — Approve Abstract of Votes Cast at August 11, 2026 Primary Election

approve the agenda

approve Resolution No. 2026-083 Approving Canvass of Votes Cast at the August 11, 2026 City Primary Election

Consent Agenda (items 2–13)

Archer Redevelopment TIF Agreement Amendment Support

Residential Curbside Compost/Organics Program Direction

Resolution 2026-082 — Feasibility Report for 2027 Reclamation Project

extend the meeting until business is complete

adjourn the meeting at 9:10 p.m.

Motion to extend the meeting until business is complete

Motion to adjourn

Consent Agenda (Items 3-17)

Ordinance 1095 Amending Section 4.1 of the City Charter

Skate Park Phase II Final Concept

approve the Consent Agenda

approve Resolution No. 2026-061 Modifying Central Business District Short Term Parking and Handicap Accessible Parking

approve the agenda

approve Resolution No. 2026-060 Providing for the Issuance and Sale of General Obligation Street Reconstruction Bonds, Series 2026B in the Proprosed Aggregate Principal Amount of $3,350,000

approve Resolution No. 2026-062 Denying Citizen Petition for Preparation of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Proposed Harvest Hills Second Addition Development

adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m.

adjourn the meeting at 8:17 p.m.

approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 1093 Amending Section 2-66 of City Code Relating to Council Compensation

amend the motion to leave Mayor and Council salaries at the current rate for 2027 and 2028 with no increases