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## CHASKA CITY COUNCIL
## JUNE 15, 2026
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Hubbard at 7:00 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
## 3. Roll Call
Roll call was taken. Present: Mayor Hubbard, and Councilmembers Sheveland, Benesh, Grau,
and Hatfield.
Also Present: Matt Podhradsky, City Administrator; Elise Durbin, Assistant City Administrator;
## Noel Graczyk, Administrative Services Director; Nate Kabat, Community Development Director;
Matt Haefner, Water and Sewer Director; Brian Jung, Public Works Director; Matt Clark, City
Engineer; Liz Hanson, City Planner; Krista Mark, Communications Coordinator; Alex Mollenkamp,
## Assistant City Engineer; and Christophe Morschen, City Attorney;
4. Adopt the Agenda
Councilmember Hatfield asked to move Action Item 8.E., Downtown Master Plan Task Force
Appointments, to Action Item 8.A. because some members who applied are in the audience and
do not have to sit through the whole meeting.
Mayor Hubbard asked if the Public Hearing had to come before that, or if the item could be
moved. City Administrator Podhradsky confirmed that it could be done before the Public
Hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Hatfield, second by Councilmember Benesh, to move Action Item 8.E.
Downtown Master Plan Task Force Appointments to Action Item 8.A.
Motion carried.
Motion by Councilmember Sheveland, second by Councilmember Grau to approve the agenda
as amended.
Motion carried.
## 5. Visitor Presentation
Sam Seville, of Troop 174, stated he was attending the meeting to earn a Merit Badge. Mayor
Hubbard asked what rank he is in, in Troop 174, and what his favorite thing is about the Scouts.
Mr. Seville responded that he is a First Class and doing activities with friends.
## 6. Approve Previous Meeting Minutes
## 6.A. Approve the June 1, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Benesh, second by Councilmember Sheveland to approve the minutes
of the June 1, 2026, City Council meeting.
Motion carried.
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## 7. Consent Agenda
Councilmember Hatfield stated that she had to acknowledge the Election Judges for their
important role in the community. She stated she was excited about the architect being chosen
for the library and the Riverbend Sellers and Spirits downtown.
Mayor Hubbard asked about the bidding process for the North Water Treatment Plant. City
Administrator Podhradsky explained that the lowest bid came in at $17 million, which was more
than estimated, but within the parameters set for financing. Mayor Hubbard thanked City
Administrator Podhradsky and City Staff for weighing all the options.
Mayor Hubbard asked about the City Hall Plaza improvement project. City Administrator
Podhradsky noted that the estimated budget for that project was $3.5 million, and the actual
number came in at $3.6 million. He noted that City Staff were very happy with that number.
Mayor Hubbard added that the City Hall Plaza project was part of the building improvement plan
all along, but City Staff fast-tracked it after receiving feedback from residents to make it safer.
She thanked City Staff for listening to and responding to that feedback from residents.
Motion by Councilmember Hatfield, second by Councilmember Grau to approve the Consent
## Agenda Items A through K:
## A. Approve Low Potency Hemp Retail Registrations
Motion to approve low-potency hemp edible retail registrations for Heartbreakers and Cy's,
allowing them to sell low-potency hemp edible-related products.
## B. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-51, Approving a Special Law
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2026-51 approving a special law.
## C. Approval of 2025 Interfund Transfers
Motion to approve 2025 Interfund Transfers to be reported as Other Financing Sources and
## Uses in the 2025 Annual Financial Report
D. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-52 Approving a Lot Split and Combination and Authorizing a
## Purchase Agreement with the American Legion for Property
Motion to adopt Resolution #2026-52, approving lot split of PID 300180800 (American Legion)
and consolidation with PID 300170400 (City Hall Plaza), subject to the stipulations included in
said resolution and the following conditions: 1. Approvals shall be based on the following graphic
exhibits: a. Certificate of Survey, titled Boundary Exhibit, prepared by Stantec, signed by Daniel
J. Rober, dated June 3, 2026 2. Purchase Agreement between American Legion Post #57 and
Chaska EDA is executed and completed for the property to be split and consolidated.
E. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-54 Appointing Election Judges and establishing rate of pay
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2026-54 appointing the individuals listed on Exhibit A at the rate
of pay listed as Election Judges for the 2026 Primary and General Elections.
F. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-55 authorizing the submission of the Engler Boulevard Trail
Underpass project to the 2026 Regional Solicitation Program
Motion to adopt Resolution 2026-55, authorizing and supporting the submission of an
application to the 2026 Regional Solicitation Program for the Engler Boulevard Trail Underpass
Project.
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G. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-56 awarding bid for North Water Treatment Plant
Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 2026-56, Awarding Bid for the North Water Treatment Plant to
Journey Construction, in the low bid total amount of $17,744,143.51.
H. Authorize negotiation of contracts for Architectural and Engineering services and
## Construction Management Services for the Chaska Library building
Motion to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with LSE Architects, Inc. for architectural and
engineering services for a new Chaska Library Building.
Motion to authorize staff to negotiate a contract with RJM for construction management
Services.
I. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-61 awarding bid – Chaska City Hall Plaza Improvement
## Project
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2026-61, Authorizing the City Administrator and City Engineer
to execute a construction contract with Ebert Companies in the Low Bid Amount of
$3,613,612.78.
J. Approve Off-Sale Intoxicating License for River Bend Cellars & Spirits
Motion to approve an Off-Sale Intoxicating license for The Excelsior Vintage, Inc, DBA
River Bend Cellars & Spirits, located at 3115 Chaska Blvd, Chaska.
K. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-62 approving the settlement of Eminent Domain for
## easements for Highpoint Vistas Utilities
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2026-62 to approve the settlement amounts and authorize
acquisition of easements in Outlot A of the Lano Addition (PID c-30315-A) for the CSAH 61
sanitary sewer utility project.
Motion carried.
## 8. Action Items
## 8.A. Downtown Master Plan Task Force Appointments
City Administrator Podhradsky presented this item to the Council.
Mayor Hubbard thanked all of the candidates who applied and showed initiative for these
positions. She announced Michael Dembinski, Sarah Amundson, Mindy Bohumolski, Jessica
Wilson, and Jane Heyduk as the appointed Downtown Master Plan Task Force members.
Councilmember Hatfield noted that Mr. Dembinsk and Ms. Amundson would be representing
downtown, and the other members would represent the at-large.
Motion by Councilmember Hatfield, second by Councilmember Benesh to accept the Downtown
Master Plan Task Force appointments.
Motion carried.
8.A.i Public Hearing – Assessments for 2026 Downtown Street Reconstruction Project
City Administrator Podhradsky introduced Assistant City Engineer Alex Mollenkamp to present
this item to the Council. Ms. Mollenkamp presented this project to the Council.
Mayor Hubbard noted that the Council has seen this presentation a few times, and the Council
identified the next street to reconstruct after receiving neighborhood feedback.
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Mayor Hubbard opened the Public Hearing at 7:24 p.m.
No one wished to address the Council.
Mayor Hubbard closed the Public Hearing at 7:25 p.m.
Mayor Hubbard noted that the Council is being asked to adopt Resolution No. 2026-53 after
closing the Public Hearing.
8.A.ii. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-53 Adopting the Assessment Roll for the 2026 Street
## Construction Project
Motion by Councilmember Sheveland, second by Councilmember Hatfield to adopt Resolution
No. 2026-53, adopting the assessment roll for the 2026 Street Reconstruction Project.
Mayor Hubbard added that all residents being assessed have been in communication with City
Staff and know what to expect. City Administrator Podhradsky stated that this was a project
that residents pushed for, because it was the only street the City had not done construction on
yet. Mayor Hubbard thanked City Staff for listening to the residents.
Motion carried.
8.B. Motion to approve entering into a Letter of Intent with the Community Asset Foundation
for the development of The Inn on Stoughton Avenue
City Administrator Podhradsky presented this item to the Council.
Councilmember Hatfield clarified that there is a property for sale at 947 Stoughton Avenue that
is comprised of two lots at the corner of Stoughton and York that are not part of this project.
City Administrator Podhradsky confirmed that is correct. The only property involved in this
project on Stoughton is the property that the EDA currently has.
Councilmember Hatfield asked if this project would affect the trail that was just put in. City
Administrator Podhradsky stated that the trail would not have to be moved, as the housing units
would be further to the east.
Councilmember Hatfield noted that there has been confusion expressed at neighborhood
meetings that this project is for low-income housing. She suggested City Staff clarify to
residents that this housing will be part of Beyond New Beginnings, and concepts for the
properties should blend with existing ones on Stoughton. City Administrator Podhradsky added
that this project will include three units instead of four.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if the pictures in the packet are of the twin homes, and if the
Wormhouse will stay as is. City Administrator Podhradsky noted that the Wormhouse would be
moved to Stoughton, as it is currently at St. John’s. Councilmember Sheveland asked if that
house is in good condition. City Administrator Podhradsky confirmed that the house is dated
but in good condition.
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Bob Roepke from the Community Asset Foundation added that there is a neighborhood meeting
coming up, and he is open to any ideas to make the housing fit in. He added that in talks with
Beyond New Beginnings, building a duplex and moving the Wormhouse to the property will help
address the growing need of supporting single young moms in the community that has dealt
with homelessness. Mr. Roepke continued that the movers will move the Wormhouse at
midnight to Stoughton.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if the tenants will still have the opportunity to benefit from
community congregation. Mr. Roepke explained that Beyond New Beginnings will still provide
counseling and support, and is working on the programming to foster community congregation
among them.
Councilmember Hatfield noted that this programming is really special because it provides
support and counseling to its residents. Councilmember Sheveland added that single mothers
can be surrounded by people just like them with children that are similar in age, and support in
the community.
Councilmember Hatfield asked if the property would be put in a land trust. Mr. Roepke
confirmed that is the plan and would follow up with the CDA to get details once the project is
completed. He thanked the Council for all their support.
Mayor Hubbard thanked Mr. Roepke for answering questions and working with the City Staff
when the original plan did not become feasible.
City Administrator Podhradsky added that LAHA funds were allocated to help support this
project. Mayor Hubbard noted that the legislature designated that a portion of those LAHA
funds go towards affordable housing, and these are Chaska's appropriated dollars being used
for it. City Administrator Podhradsky stated that previously, all the money used for affordable
housing had to be attained through a competitive grant application process, and LAHA funds
are designated, which allows the City to make definitive plans for them.
Mr. Roepke stated he would be remiss not to recognize the support of Chaska with the money
contributed, and would not have the project without them.
Motion by Councilmember Grau, second by Councilmember Hatfield to approve entering into a
Letter of Intent with the Community Asset Foundation for funding The Inn at Stoughton Avenue.
Motion carried.
8.C. Adopt Resolution Nos. 2026-59 & 2026-60 and Ord. No. 1081, Approving the Preliminary
Site & Building Plan, Preliminary Plat, Rezoning and Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Big
Woods Business Park (BWBP North) – Phase 1/Scannell Properties/PC # 2026-08
City Administrator Podhradsky introduced City Planner Liz Hanson to present this item to the
Council. Ms. Hanson presented this item to the Council.
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Councilmember Grau asked if the properties shown on D4 are Big Woods, and D1 is on Jonathon
Carver Road. Ms. Hanson confirmed that is correct.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if this area is across from Fleet Farm. City Administrator
Podhradsky noted that this area is between Fleet Farm and Engler Boulevard.
Mayor Hubbard asked if the first growth pattern shown is five years. Ms. Hanson confirmed
that is correct, the second growth pattern shown is over the course of 20 years.
Councilmember Grau stated it is important to mention the Big Woods Boulevard walking and
bike path that will be added to enhance safety. He added that he lives in this area, and with
the 20-year vision, currently, this is the school path to Carver Elementary, and it is important to
finish that space and make it safer. He added it is important to recognize that in 20 years, the
City may shift and put a school back into the community by Community Park, because Carver
Elementary, long-term, is not the school that serves the space.
City Administrator Podhradsky added that the connection on Savannah Way will start this
summer and be completed next summer. He noted that the school district is growing again,
and some factors may push them to look at adding another school sooner than people might
expect.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if this project would change any aspects of the park. City
Administrator Podhradsky noted that residents have to cross Highway 212 to get from this
industrial park to the park, so residents would not see the park.
Councilmember Sheveland added that she has never seen traffic patterns from the school on
Highway 212 and Highway 41 be detrimental, and this project should not affect traffic either.
City Administrator Podhradsky stated that the intersection at County Road 11 and Big Woods
Boulevard currently does not work, so any improvements are going to affect traffic for the
better. Councilmember Sheveland noted that the improvements should not be a deal breaker
for nearby neighborhoods.
Councilmember Grau added that he has traffic questions, but will wait until Ms. Hanson gets to
that portion of her presentation.
Councilmember Grau asked for clarity that the two roundabouts shown do not exist today. Ms.
Hanson confirmed that is correct, there will be one added at Big Woods Boulevard and Public
Road A, and another at Big Woods Boulevard and County Road 11.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if Scannell Properties is buying the whole plot of land, with
only one plot sold, and plans for future buildings on this land. Ms. Hanson confirmed that
Scannell Properties has control over the majority of the parcels on the north side, and only one
end user has been identified for an area. Councilmember Sheveland asked if there was an
intent by Scannell Properties to develop the rest of the parcels. Ms. Hanson confirmed that is
correct.
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Councilmember Grau stated that the right-in, right-out delivery truck lot means that the concern
about traffic coming into the neighborhoods to the east would be eliminated. City Administrator
Podhradsky noted that the delivery truck lot would have access to the primary road through the
industrial park and could enter on the roundabout at the entrance. Councilmember Grau asked
if the delivery truck lot is connected to Public Road A.
Ms. Hanson confirmed that the delivery truck lot would be connected to Public Road A.
Councilmember Grau stated that Public Road A would be primarily used by semi-trucks, and
traffic could then occur across Highway 212. City Administrator Podhradsky stated that the City
is trying to get funding to support all legs of that interchange, which would be part of the overall
improvements on Big Woods Boulevard and would make connectivity to Highway 212 easier.
Councilmember Grau asked if residents coming from the south heading north would go through
the first roundabout and the second roundabout on the east side of Highway 212. City
Administrator Podhradsky noted that currently, that path does not exist, but that is what City
Staff are trying to mimic on the other side of the freeway so traffic does not have to go through
neighborhoods, and would go through the roundabout.
Councilmember Sheveland noted that there are stop lights on Highway 212 from Eden Prairie
Road down to Engler, and asked if that will be the plan to add lights on Big Woods Boulevard.
City Administrator Podhradsky stated that the City could put more traffic through Big Woods
Boulevard with roundabouts than with stop lights. He added that this interchange is different
because it was not included as part of the original construction of Highway 212.
Mayor Hubbard asked if there are additions for more people needing to go south, and if that
would include another off-ramp off the roundabout that is in place. City Administrator
Podhradsky confirmed that is correct, and the City purchased all of the right-of-way as part of
the initial project.
Councilmember Grau noted that the number one concern is going to be semi-trucks coming up
Big Woods Boulevard through the neighborhoods on the east side. He asked if it was a fair
statement to assume that trucks will not use Big Woods Boulevard, because that is not the most
efficient way. Jake Kurth, Scannell Properties, confirmed that is a fair statement.
Ms. Hanson added that bigger vehicle traffic is happening on the collector road. City
Administrator Podhradsky stated it is more likely that semi-trucks will use Highway 101 as a
more direct route.
Councilmember Sheveland noted that she has seen semi-trucks barely make it through Powers
to get to the new Community Center location due to all the roundabouts.
Councilmember Grau stated that the 3,000 daily trips on the road over a 24-hour period are
what scare residents, but when looking at the details, it makes sense.
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Community Development Director Nate Kabat added that it is difficult to visualize what 3,000
trips means, but Victoria Drive has 3,000 trips per day and is primarily residential traffic.
Mayor Hubbard asked if that was the road by the Public Safety campus. Mr. Kabat noted that
it was south of there.
Councilmember Sheveland stated she has never seen traffic on that road. Mr. Kabat stated that
it should give the Council the context of what that kind of traffic looks like.
Councilmember Sheveland asked how many trips Highway 41 gets per day. City Administrator
Podhradsky noted that it is close to 20,000 trips.
Councilmember Hatfield appreciated the Applicant’s efforts to show the Council how the facility
would appear from the road from various viewpoints.
Jake Kurth, with Scannell Properties and the developer on the project, noted that traffic and the
Greenbelt are something the development needs to be respectful of, especially with two large
community entrances right there.
Mayor Hubbard asked Mr. Kurth to discuss the end user of this project, because there is a lot
of curiosity about how many jobs this project will bring to the community.
Jason Vangalis, head of Expansion and Economic Development Policy for Amazon, introduced
himself. He noted that this project will have two different kinds of jobs: one will include 300
new jobs that are direct employees with full benefits, and the other jobs will include 450 drivers
who will work full-time with Amazon's Delivery Service Partner (DSP).
Mayor Hubbard asked if the drivers are independent contractors or if the DSP is a company that
has employees who work with Amazon. Mr. Vangalis noted that Amazon contracts with the
local small business DSP, and the DSP hires the drivers. He added that Amazon will have
contracts with multiple DSP’s for the area.
Mr. Vangalis added that he will stay on after the project is done and will be a point of contact
for the Council if there are any issues.
Mayor Hubbard added that she was glad to hear Mr. Vangalis will still be on site as a point of
contact after the project is done.
Mr. Vangalis added that there are some sustainability initiatives that are unique to this building
that they are excited about. Mayor Hubbard appreciated this information, as residents are
looking to see if companies are being environmental stewards to their community.
Councilmember Sheveland thanked the Applicant and City Staff for all the time spent on the
plans and the presentation. She asked if Amazon learned anything when they put a distribution
center in Shakopee, which will be utilized in Chaska. Mr. Vangalis noted that the center in
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Shakopee is a different type of facility with a much larger employee population and no delivery
vans, so it will not operate the same way as the one going into Chaska.
Councilmember Sheveland added that she worked for Walmart for a number of years, and the
distribution centers are a key part of the business and are located strategically, but they have a
huge problem with theft. She asked if there were any plans for security for the facility in Chaska.
Mr. Vangalis noted that the facility in Chaska will not carry product for more than 10 hours at a
time, and everything will already be packaged. Councilmember Sheveland noted that at the
facility in Chaska, the product will just be moved onto a delivery truck. Mr. Vangalis confirmed
that it is correct and nothing would be sorted at the facility in Chaska, but the building will be
secured with a loss prevention team on site.
Councilmember Sheveland asked from a Public Safety perspective if there was a plan in place
at the facility. Mr. Vangalis stated that the loss prevention team on-site will work with Chaska's
Police Department to ensure that the facility stays safe and secure.
Councilmember Grau asked if this facility would enhance any services to residents, such as
same-day delivery from Amazon. Mr. Vangalis noted that residents will likely see expanded
same-day delivery services.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if there would be pickup lockers at the facility. Mr. Vangalis
noted that there will not be pickup lockers at the facility.
Councilmember Grau noted he has a vested interest in this facility and appreciates the time and
effort put in by the Applicant.
Mayor Hubbard added that there will always be concerns about the impact of a facility like this
on the community, and thanked the Applicant for being there to answer questions and address
those concerns.
Councilmember Grau added that the connection on the Savannah Way is not completed yet, so
there will be additional ways for traffic to flow, along with county road improvements. City
Administrator Podhradsky added that all traffic and road system improvements are being made
to make it safer and easier for residents.
Motion by Councilmember Sheveland, second by Councilmember Hatfield to adopt Resolution
No. 2026-59 approving the Preliminary Site & Building Plan and Preliminary Plat for Big Woods
## Business Park (BWBP North) – Building 1/Scannell Properties/PC #2026-08
Motion carried.
8.C.i. Resolution No. 2026-60
Mayor Hubbard asked why this resolution has to go before the Metropolitan Council as well. Mr.
Kabat replied that this establishes land use planning for the MUSA area within what has now
been annexed into the City of Chaska.
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Motion by Councilmember Grau, second by Councilmember Benesh to adopt Resolution No.
2026-60, amending the City of Chaska 2040 Comprehensive Plan to allow conservation (cluster)
development in the greenbelt, expand the Metropolitan Urban Services Area (MUSA) boundary,
and establish land use guidance (Business Park and Open Space) on the former Dahlgren
Township parcels for the property known as Big Woods Business Park (BWBP North) – Building
1.
Motion carried.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if property that is annexed becomes part of the City limits
within Chaska, or if it will always be considered an annexation of Dahlgren. City Administrator
Podhradsky stated that it becomes part of the city limits.
8.C.ii. Ordinance No. 1081
Motion by Councilmember Benesh, second by Councilmember Hatfield to adopt Ordinance No.
1081, amending Ordinance No. 229 (Zoning Ordinance) of the City of Chaska by rezoning certain
real estate within the city of Chaska.
Motion carried.
8.D. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-57 ratifying the sale of Chaska EDA Series 2026A Bonds
City Administrator Podhradsky introduced Administrator Services Director Noel Graczyk to
present this item. Mr. Graczyk presented this item to the Council.
Councilmember Sheveland stated Staff should have taken the analysts to the Community Center
in order to get another bond for the roof. Mr. Graczyk noted that the analysts were taken to
the Community Center, and the roof was discussed as a future plan, as the building program is
the current focus.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if the bonding tour that was previously discussed with officials
for City Square West was related to this bonding issuance. Mr. Graczyk stated that those
projects were not a part of this bonding.
Mayor Hubbard thanked Mr. Graczyk for the presentation and for breaking down the three
entities of this particular bond sale.
Motion by Councilmember Hatfield, second by Councilmember Grau to adopt Resolution No.
2026-57 Ratifying the Sale of Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A by the Economic
Development Authority of the City of Chaska, Minnesota, and Authorizing Execution of Related
Documents.
Motion carried.
## 8.E. Downtown Master Plan Task Force Appointments
This item was moved to item 8.A.
9. Bills
## 9.A. Accounts Payable Claims Roster 06-15-2026
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Councilmember Hatfield asked if the door access wiring and readers are going to be fobs. City
Administrator Podhradsky noted they will have fobs now.
Mayor Hubbard asked how often the City has to do beaver relocation or removal. City
Administrator Podhradsky noted that it happens often near the wooden boardwalk on the north
side of the lake at Firemen’s Park, and they have to be relocated due to how destructive they
are.
Councilmember Sheveland asked if that is what has been taking down all the trees on the north
side. City Administrator Podhradsky confirmed that it was due to beavers.
Motion by Mayor Hubbard, second by Councilmember Benesh to approve the bills as presented.
Roll call was taken. Voting aye: Councilmembers Hatfield, Benesh, Sheveland, Grau, and Mayor
## Hubbard. Voting nay: None
Motion carried.
## 10. Other Business
## Councilmember Hatfield:
• Shared the following upcoming events: the first Farmer’s Market on June 18 and Chaska
Rocks on June 20.
• Wished everyone a Happy Father’s Day weekend.
## Councilmember Benesh:
• Shared that he was looking forward to the Chaska Rocks event this weekend.
## Councilmember Sheveland:
• Wished everyone a Happy Father’s Day weekend.
## Councilmember Grau:
• Asked City Administrator Podhradsky for an update on Cooper’s and the grocery store.
• Asked if any City Staff had details about the hedges cut down on Hunter Mark.
• Shared that the Baseball Association held the Chaska Classic tournament last weekend
at Pioneer, Lions, and Community Parks with 56 teams playing. The event was well run
and organized.
## City Administrator Podhradsky:
• Shared that the grocery store was dramatically impacted by Operation Metro Surge, and
it will take time to recover financially.
• Shared that the Fourth of July fireworks will be held on July 1, and a public advertisement
will be published for the residents, and the Fire and Ice show is the following weekend
with additional fireworks.
## Mayor Hubbard:
• Shared that the fireworks show was planned long in advance, and the cost of fireworks
from the City’s vendor for America’s 250
th
anniversary made it very cost-prohibitive.
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• Shared that the KPMG Women's PGA Championship is coming up and will have a lot of
exciting activities at Hazeltine Golf Course.
• Shared that Pride Picnic is at Lion’s Park (June 27) from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Shared that she attended an exciting Chaska Cubs baseball game, and there are
upcoming volunteer opportunities for the All-Star games and an upcoming golf
fundraiser.
• Shared that residents have called with confusion about the City’s fiber optic installation
and noted that there is more information on the City’s website.
• Wished everyone a Happy Father’s Day weekend.
• Shared that the next meeting is June 29, with no meeting on July 6.
## Community Development Director Nate Kabat:
• Shared that the Jonathon Neighborhood Association sent out an email that the hedge
maintenance on Hunter Mark is an effort to re-establish flowering lilac bushes.
## 10.A. City Administrator's Report
10.A.i. Bi-Weekly Report 06-15-2026
10.B. Financial Reports as of 04-30-2026
11. Adjourn
Motion by Councilmember Hatfield, second by Councilmember Grau to adjourn the meeting at
9:49 p.m.
Motion carried.