City Council Meeting 7-22-2025
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Consent agenda modifications
Minutes correction for DCM Farms final plat
Police automotive expense review
Car wash subscription review
RFP for 2025 audit services
Agricultural district accessory structure height amendments
Outdoor storage surfacing requirements
Open forum: city infrastructure and development concerns
Open forum: development sign ordinance enforcement
Open forum: intersection safety and landscaping concerns
South Diamond Lake Road project update
Wellhead treatment plant progress
Parks irrigation and playground equipment updates
Elsie Stevens master plan survey
Fire department training with U. Minnesota Air Rescue Team
River Road Corridor study open house
Curbside Waste transfer station expansion (EAW application)
Votes (1)
Consent agenda (as amended)
Carried5-0
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Dave
Notable Quotes (3)
If this is not going to make us different in a good way from our neighbors, then you need to vote no.
City growth and developmentDuring open forum regarding city policy.
That stuff... is at such a height that you can't see kids crossing the street.
Public safetyDiscussing safety hazards on Rush Creek Parkway.
Well, they care the most if Marty just takes a chainsaw and moves it.
Ordinance enforcementRegarding sign enforcement options.
People (5)
Marcia GroverResident
Raised concerns regarding developer contributions to infrastructure and the city's 'Live the Difference' motto.
Keith GroverResident
Reported issues with oversized developer signs and safety visibility issues caused by median landscaping.
Chief EnaPolice Chief
Clarified police vehicle outfitting and expenses.
MayorMayor
Presided over the meeting and managed consent agenda items.
VanastCouncil Member
Requested edits to minutes and clarified zoning language.
Places Mentioned
Rush Creek ParkwayGlacier LaneDayton River RoadSouth Diamond Lake RoadMississippi Crossings, ChamplainHayden HillsIron GardensRiver HillsElsie Stevens
Events & Meetings (4)
- Tuesday, July 22nd
- August 7th: Fire department emergency communication notification/training
- August: Park commission meeting regarding playground equipment
- Tomorrow: Open house for River Road Corridor study at Mississippi Crossings, Champlain (5-7 PM)