Chaska City Council Meeting 2.23.26
Monday, February 23, 2026
Legislative session updates
February state fiscal forecast and structural deficit
Social district legislation for local municipalities
Bonding bill projections for 2026
Eradication of fiscal disparities
State child welfare software (SSIS) modernization
Mandatory reporting reform
Office of the Legislative Auditor oversight improvements
Support for Southwest Transit providers
HCMC potential closure and sales tax redirection
City Square West redevelopment and TIF extension
Industrial park utility infrastructure extension
Non-public school education funding (busing and nurses)
Adoption of meeting minutes
Votes (1)
Adoption of the agenda
Moved by Chevlin · Seconded by Bennish
Notable Quotes (3)
If we don't have the money, there isn't a project that rises to the top that spends money that we don't have.
Anything that the Met Council tells us that they can do better, I'm going to be very suspicious.
I don't weigh in on something until I see a bill on how it would shake out. The devil is in the detail.
People (6)
Visiting the City Council to discuss legislative priorities, state finances, and local impacts.
Presiding over the Chanhassen city council meeting.
Advocating for the preservation of suburban transit providers.
Inquiring about potential HCMC closure impacts.
Advocating for non-public school funding and support for families.
Promoting civil discourse in leadership.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (3)
- February 23, 2026 - City Council Meeting
- January 26, 2026 - Prior Meeting
- February 2, 2026 - Prior Meeting