City Council Meeting - January 8, 2026
Friday, January 9, 2026
Pledge of Allegiance
Agenda Approval
Audience Participation (Public Comment)
Consent Agenda
Comprehensive Plan Amendment: Fraser First Edition
Appointment of Acting Mayor for 2026
Midwinter Fest Announcement
Votes (4)
Approval of agenda
Moved by Council member Grendall · Seconded by Council member Mander
Consent agenda
Moved by Council member Grendall · Seconded by Council member Bergman
Adopt resolution amending 2040 Comprehensive Plan for Fraser First Edition
Moved by Council member Melander · Seconded by Council member Bergman
Appoint acting mayor for 2026
Moved by Council member Heert · Seconded by Council member Melander
Notable Quotes (2)
Building such a center is only a negative for a community with essentially no upsides.
You're not going to be bragging about a data center. That's not something that attracts people to a city.
People (8)
Presides over city council meetings and manages public comments.
Opposes data center construction, citing environmental, economic, and social concerns.
Opposes data center in residential areas.
Resident of 30+ years concerned about transparency and utilities.
Advocates for community-oriented amenities like lakes instead of industrial facilities.
Retired educator and former marketing professional.
Presented the Comprehensive Plan amendment resolution.
Provided updates on Midwinter Fest.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (2)
- January 8, 2026: Apple Valley City Council Meeting
- February 7, 2026: Midwinter Fest at Johnny Cake Ridge Park West
Ordinances & Resolutions (2)
Amendment to 2040 Comprehensive Plan to re-designate Fraser First Edition lots to commercial.
Appointment of an acting mayor for the 2026 calendar year.