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Chaska City Council Meeting 2.23.26

Chaska City CouncilTuesday, February 24, 2026
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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

Full Document Analysis

Votes (1)

Adoption of the agenda

AdoptedUnanimous voice vote

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.

— Jim Nash
State FinanceDiscussing the likelihood of no bonding bill due to a $6 billion structural deficit.

Anything that the Met Council tells us that they can do better, I'm going to be very suspicious.

— Jim Nash
TransitReflecting on his support for Southwest Transit over the Met Council.

I don't weigh in on something until I see a bill on how it would shake out. The devil is in the detail.

— Jim Nash
HealthcareResponding to questions about the potential HCMC closure and sales tax redirection.

People (6)

Jim NashRepresentative

Visiting the City Council to discuss legislative priorities, state finances, and local impacts.

1 quote

“If you ever go after a member personally, you're going to have a little time in my office where I will put you straight.”

Discussing legislative decorum and the need to focus on ideas rather than personal attacks.

HubardMayor

Presiding over the Chanhassen city council meeting.

HatfieldCouncil Member

Advocating for the preservation of suburban transit providers.

BennishCouncil Member

Inquiring about potential HCMC closure impacts.

ChevlinCouncil Member

Advocating for non-public school funding and support for families.

GraCouncil Member

Promoting civil discourse in leadership.

Places Mentioned

ChanhassenCarver CountyWaconiaEden PrairieChaskaSt. Paul

Events & Meetings (3)

  • February 23, 2026 - City Council Meeting
  • January 26, 2026 - Prior Meeting
  • February 2, 2026 - Prior Meeting
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