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City Council Workshop - Jan 26 2026

Victoria City CouncilTuesday, January 27, 2026
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Hotel Victoria Sketch Plat development review

Transportation projects update including Highway 5, 7, and 10/11

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Notable Quotes (3)

There aren't any approvals or actions that are taken during the meeting this evening. This is just to provide guidance.

— Brian McCann
ProcedureOpening the workshop session

If it's a local company and they end up taking the hotel, but somebody wants to drive home and drive there, I don't think we'd be able to control it.

— Mary Neon
Hotel operationsDiscussing the use of hotel meeting space

The biggest thing that's going to be starting though is tree clearing and vegetation removal.

— Cara Garin
TransportationUpdating on the Highway 5 project

People (5)

Brian McCannCity Planner

Provided overview of zoning, shoreland districts, and parking for the Hotel Victoria development.

Cara GarinCity Engineer

Discussed storm water management and transportation projects updates.

1 quote

“This site is within Minia Creek Wershed District, so is um subject to their rules and regulations.”

Explaining jurisdictional authority over the site.

Mary NeonDeveloper representative

Representing the developer for Hotel Victoria at 7929 Victoria Drive.

2 quotes

“We're going to relook at it. I I called and talked to Jennifer right after that meeting.”

Addressing design concerns about a wall facing Winchester.

“The 66 spots is kind of like a thank you, Victoria, for helping us live through this construction.”

Discussing parking strategy on the Hartman site.

Council Member PattersonCouncil Member

Supporter of the hotel development regarding economic stimulation.

Council Member RobertsCouncil Member

Requested clarifications on future parking transitions.

Places Mentioned

7929 Victoria Drive (Hotel Victoria site)1600 Arboritum Boulevard (Hartman site)Stiger LakeRy's WayStiger Lake LaneLake Minnitanka Regional Trail

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Workshop meeting, 5:30 PM
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