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City Council Mtg 020926

East Bethel City CouncilTuesday, February 10, 2026
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Plumbing permit administration, plan review, and inspection

Amendment to 2026 fee schedule

Agreement with Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry

Revised contract for building official services with Rum River Consulting

Approval of advertisement for public works seasonal employees

Temporary construction easements for Viking Meadows development

Gambling site authorization and revenue distribution

Upper Rum River water management budget increase

Concept plan review for Friday Stable Estates

Full Document Analysis

Votes (5)

Adopt tonight's agenda

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Approve ordinance 2026-01 (Plumbing administration)

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Approve resolution 2026-06 (Fee schedule)

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Approve resolution 2026-07 (MN Dept of Labor agreement)

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Approve revised contract with Rum River Consultants LLC

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Notable Quotes (2)

The plumbing review fee is an 85% remittance back to the inspector. So, the city keeps 15% of that fee.

— Mayor
Plumbing permit feesAnswering Commissioner Urkel's question regarding fee distribution.

These are routine documents. They might seem lengthy. I understand that, but they relate to finalizing the Viking Meadow second edition development.

— Jacob
Viking Meadows developmentExplaining the purpose of temporary construction easements to the council.

People (4)

MayorMayor

Presiding over the regular council meeting.

Commissioner UrkelCommissioner

Inquired about fees and process for plumbing permits and contractor remittances.

1 quote

“The plumbing review fee is an 85% remittance back to the inspector. So, the city keeps 15% of that fee.”

Clarifying how the city generates revenue from the Rum River Consulting contract.

JacobStaff/Attorney

Explained easement documents and administrative processes.

1 quote

“These are routine documents. They might seem lengthy. I understand that, but they relate to finalizing the Viking Meadow second edition development.”

Justifying the necessity of temporary construction easements for Viking Meadows.

Evan JonesResident

In attendance to discuss a conditional use permit.

Places Mentioned

East BethelViking MeadowsFriday Stable EstatesGreenbrook Drive

Events & Meetings (2)

  • February 9th, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
  • January 27th, 2026, Planning Commission Meeting

Ordinances & Resolutions (3)

2026-01

Adding chapter 14 article 3 section 14.52 of the East Bethel code for plumbing administration.

2026-06

Amending the 2026 fee schedule for plan review and plumbing permits.

2026-07

Approving the agreement for the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry plumbing plan review.

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