Minnetonka City Council — Transcript
Monday, June 22, 2026
Story
Minnetonka approves two infrastructure contracts totaling $872,706
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes
Special Matters: Tour de Tonka
City Manager's Report
Council Member Reports
Citizen Comments on Non-Agenda Items
Discussion of RV ordinance and school bus nuisance
Bids and Purchases: Waite Road Gate Force Main Replacement Project
Bids and Purchases: Red Circle Drive Sidewalk Improvement Project
Bids and Purchases: Shady Oak Sidewalk Improvement Project
Minnetonka Farmers Market Update
Officer Recognition: Detective Pat Ingleston
Minnetonka Population Growth
Minnetonka Boulevard Trail Construction
Highway 12 Project Updates
Annual Summer Fest Event
Tonkadale Nursery Donation to ICA Food Shelf
Affordable Duplex Project on Rowland Road
Sustainable Energy Initiatives at Summerfest
Infrastructure Costs and Tax Levy Implications
Votes (4)
Approval of the agenda as presented.
Moved by Council member Wilburn · Seconded by Unnamed Council Member
Approval of the minutes as revised.
Moved by Council member Calvert · Seconded by Council member Coakley
Award contract for Waite Road Gate Force Main Replacement Project #25907 to GM Contracting for $512,836.57 and authorize Deputy Public Works Director to expend funds up to $800,000 project budget.
Moved by Council member Wilburn · Seconded by Council member Romali
Withdraw award to Clark Companies (April 27, 2026); award contract for Red Circle Drive Sidewalk Improvements Project #23607 to Newlook Contracting for $359,869.50; authorize City Engineer to expend funds up to $660,000 project budget.
Moved by Council member Calvert · Seconded by Council member Romali
Notable Quotes (15)
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
I move approval of the agenda.
I'll second.
I did the tour to Tonka and I I won a raincoat.
his commitment to excellence, leadership, and teamwork has made a lasting impact on our department.
Even though I'm not able to be here tonight, I want to make sure we acknowledge the tremendous contribution made to ICA Food Shelf last week by the founder of one of the longest-standing businesses here in Minnetonka.
I'm in awe of their generosity and commitment to the most vulnerable among us in our community. Thank you to Bill and the whole crew at Tonkadale. We are so proud to have you here in Minnetonka.
Since the middle of May, um one of the neighbors two doors down has had parked in their driveway what was built as a full-size school bus. It is painted in rather gaudy colors with images and symbols of the Minnesota Vikings. It was towed into place. It does not run.
I question whether in fact it is an RV, whether the weight might exceed the the the limits for an RV, and whether further action ought to be taken, perhaps legal action to declare it a public nuisance.
The owner approached my husband and I at the end of our driveway sarcastically saying that we went to code and it wasn't necessary because I put in print the bus was not moving because he had ins at City Hall and the bus wasn't going anywhere and that we should sort of mind our business. He gave us an expletive and drove away.
Yesterday he approached me when I was alone and told me that he was going to call the police if I looked at his vehicle, um charge me with harassment, take me to court because that's what adults do.
It's just not I've never had lived near a neighbor that I felt threatened by.
I ask that our residents keep that in mind um as we go through that budget process and tax levy consideration, just knowing how much these projects cost.
I did talk to Mr. Funk this morning because I could not recall a time when a the um withdrew from a contract that we had already drawn. And I know that there were some staffing issues. There there was an actual obstacle to them completing the project.
it's very unfortunate because it it will now cost the city significantly more money and it's still within the the estimated budget.
People (21)
Called roll for agenda, minutes, and bid approvals.
Voted yes on all motions presented and seconded a motion for a bid.
Voted yes on all motions presented and seconded the motion for minutes approval.
Voted yes on all motions presented.
Moved the approval of the agenda and the Waite Road Gate Force Main Replacement Project contract.
Moved approval of minutes and Red Circle Drive Sidewalk Improvement Project contract; read Mayor Shacks' statement.
Presided over the City Council meeting.
Provided updates on city operations, events, construction, and population.
Shared details about the 21st annual Tour de Tonka, including sponsors, routes, and community impact.
Present at the meeting with Kim Carlson.
Met with Kim Carlson to plan safety, routes, and officer/volunteer placement for Tour de Tonka.
Met with Kim Carlson to plan safety for Tour de Tonka.
Represented Public Works in safety discussions for Tour de Tonka.
Recognized for commitment to excellence, leadership, and teamwork in the department.
Acknowledged Tonkadale Nursery's donation to ICA Food Shelf in a statement.
Contributed $110,000 to the ICA Food Shelf with his granddaughter.
Praised for her and her team's work on the Rowland Road affordable housing project.
Raised concerns about a large, non-operational school bus parked in a neighbor's driveway, citing it as a nuisance and potential code violation.
Present at the meeting, interested in the Roland Road concept plan.
Presented a petition and detailed concerns about a neighbor's school bus/RV, including alleged intimidation from the owner and questions about code enforcement.
Presented on the Waite Road, Red Circle Drive, and Shady Oak projects, including contractor changes.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (11)
- Regular City Council meeting: Monday, June 22nd
- Planning Commission meeting: Thursday (prior to City Council meeting)
- Minnetonka Boulevard trail construction: Begins next week (starting from Tonkawood Road)
- Highway 12 ramp reopening (WB Hwy 12 to SB I-494): June 28th
- Highway 12 ramp reopening (Gleason Lake Road to EB Hwy 12): June 28th
- Highway 12 ramp closure (SB I-494 to WB Hwy 12): June 29th through late July
- Highway 12 ramp closure (Carlson Parkway to WB Hwy 12): June 29th through late July
- Annual Summer Fest: Saturday, June 27th, 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Metropolitan Council population estimates: April 1st, 2025 (latest preliminary counts)
- Tour de Tonka planning: Began August 2nd last year
- City Council meeting: April 27th, 2026 (original bid awards for Red Circle Drive and Shady Oak projects)