EDA Meeting 1-20-2026

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Swearing-in of Economic Development Authority (EDA) Commissioner

Election of EDA Officers

Approval of Meeting Minutes

Utility Box Repairs

Sidewalk Replacement

Railroad Spur Financing

Lent Property Listing

Robinson Street Forfeit Tax Property

Dayton Park Tax Forfeit Property

Balsam Lane Sign Standards

Sign Ordinance Review and Revisions

Areas of Interest (4)

EDA frustration with Hennepin County's handling of tax-forfeit property, specifically the 'hurry up and wait' bureaucracy.
The ongoing tension between EDA commissioners and the Planning Commission regarding restrictive sign ordinances.
Strategic planning for the Dayton 'historic village' district and potential zoning conflicts for residential development.
Graco's upcoming facility development as a major economic catalyst for the city of Dayton.

Votes (2)

Keep officers as they are (Hutner President, Luther VP, Jack Treasurer, Staff Secretary/Assistant Treasurer)

PassedUnanimous

Moved by John Weber · Seconded by Tim Hutner

Approve minutes of 16

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Fant · Seconded by John Weber

Notable Quotes (3)

If we can keep continuing as we want.
— Tim Hutner

Meeting ProcedureTransitioning during the meeting procedures.

Hurry up and wait.
— Unidentified Staff

Dayton ParkDescribing the process of dealing with Hennepin County on tax-forfeit property.

I'm suggesting if we're going to really take a look at the sign, think about, you know, we're coming from is it's all we can do is recommend changes to the planning commission.
— Tim Hutner

Sign OrdinanceDiscussing the power dynamic regarding sign ordinance changes.

People (5)

Tim HutnerPresident

Chairing the EDA meeting and recently re-sworn in as commissioner.

1 quote

“I need someone with a better voice than me.”

Seeking assistance for the swearing-in ceremony.

Sean LutherVice President

Participating via Zoom.

1 quote

“I can hear you perfectly.”

Confirming audio quality during the meeting.

JackTreasurer

Member of the EDA board.

John WeberCommissioner

Participating in discussion regarding signage and railroad planning.

DaveSecretary

Participating in discussions regarding property and ordinances.

Places Mentioned

Dayton, MinnesotaHennepin CountyWright CountyCrow RiverRobinson StreetBalsam LaneDayton Park

Events & Meetings (1)

January 30th, 9:00 a.m. - Railroad Spur Meeting (Zoom)

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