City Council Meeting 10-14-2025

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Approval of agenda and consent agenda

Residential setback ordinance clarification

Rescheduling November 11th council meeting

Three Rivers Park District $464,000 grant for boat launch

Staff updates on wellhead treatment plant

Infrastructure projects including hydrant flushing and irrigation

Police department updates on training and vehicle thefts

Public works road paving updates

Public hearing for delinquent utility resolutions (Wright/Hennepin County)

Hiring request for full-time public works maintenance technician

Water and sewer utility budget and rate discussions

Areas of Interest (5)

City faces rising infrastructure costs for water treatment; proposing 4% rate hike for 2026 to stay 'middle of the pack'.
Three Rivers Park District secures $464k grant for new non-motorized boat launch at Gooden Park, city to contribute $200k.
Council debates efficacy of delinquent utility collections, noting the 25% total surcharge (15% fee + 10% interest).
City implements stricter, communicative approach to managing overdue utility accounts to avoid tax forfeitures.
Concerns raised over 'encroachment' language in residential setback ordinances during administrative reviews.

Votes (4)

Approval of agenda

Passed4-0

Moved by Council · Seconded by Council

Approval of consent agenda

Passed4-0

Moved by Council · Seconded by Council

Approval of delinquent utility resolutions 67 and 68

Passed4-0

Moved by Council · Seconded by Council

Approval to advertise for full-time public works position

Passed4-0

Moved by Council · Seconded by Council

Notable Quotes (2)

If we are here from 5 to 11:00, you can be upset at me. That's fine.
— Zach

Meeting ScheduleDiscussion on the duration of an upcoming water infrastructure strategy meeting.

It's a 15% fee and that includes mostly just extra time that we spend with overcommunication... and then it's a 10% interest.
— Staff Member

Delinquent UtilitiesExplaining the 25% cost burden on residents with delinquent utility bills.

People (4)

ZachStaff

Coordinates council schedule and project updates.

1 quote

“It's not a threat. It's to give you plenty of ample time to make a good quality decision.”

Responding to a comment about the length of a future meeting on water infrastructure.

MayorMayor

Leads the city council meeting.

JasonStaff/Public Works

Provides updates on road construction and signal timing.

ScottCouncil Member

Inquires about ordinance changes and financial impacts.

Places Mentioned

Rush Creek LandingGooden ParkDiamond Lake TrailWest Mississippi Regional TrailHayden HillsEast French Lake Road125th StreetDayton ParkwayHolly LaneWright CountyHennepin County

Events & Meetings (5)

Tuesday, October 14th - Regular City Council Meeting
October 23rd - Tentative Maple Grove water conversation (rescheduled)
November 18th - Scheduled water conversation meeting
November 13th - Rescheduled council meeting (formerly Nov 11th Veterans Day)
Tomorrow - Pre-construction meeting for Dayton Parkway/Holly Lane signal

Ordinances & Resolutions (2)

Resolution 67 2025

Unpaid delinquent utilities for Wright County properties.

Resolution 68 2025

Unpaid delinquent utilities for Hennepin County properties.

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