2025-09-22 Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, October 13, 2025
Approval of agenda and amended agenda
Approval of July 28th meeting minutes
Public hearing for 3675 County Road 44 setback variance
Proposed land purchase by Three Rivers Park District near Gale Woods
Woodland Cove development status
Halstead Bay Project developer bond request
Water treatment plant project and financing
Water billing practices (quarterly vs. monthly)
Preliminary tax levy increase for 2026
City staffing and road improvement project financing
Areas of Interest (5)
- Developers of Halstead Bay project requested up to $20 million in city bonds despite claims of having internal funding.
- City faces significant resident opposition to water utility rate increases required to fund a new water treatment plant.
- Proposed 9.42% tax levy increase for 2026 driven by rising staffing costs and infrastructure projects.
- City deliberating transition to monthly water billing to avoid 'bill shock' despite software and administrative cost concerns.
- Three Rivers Park District acquiring private land at 6801 County Road 15 to expand Gale Woods, removing parcel from local tax base.
Votes (4)
Approval of amended agenda
Moved by Commission · Seconded by Commission
Approval of July 28th minutes
Moved by Commission · Seconded by Commission
Recommend approval of 3675 County Road 44 setback variances
Moved by Commission · Seconded by Commission
Recommend City Council adopt resolution for 6801 County Road 15 land purchase
Moved by Commission · Seconded by Commission
Notable Quotes (2)
They wanted the city to float about a $20 million bond. And we're like, no, that's not going to happen.
If you are on city water, just be prepared. Your rates are going to go up a lot.
People (2)
Chris HagenApplicantSeeking setback variance for home construction
1 quote
Seeking setback variance for home construction
“The garage is detached from the house. So, we're want to connect the garage to the house.”
Explaining the building project
SarahStaff MemberPresenting staff reports and answering inquiries
1 quote
Presenting staff reports and answering inquiries
“You can't because you have to pay for the benefit and if you're not in city water... you don't have that option.”
Explaining why non-city water residents cannot be assessed for treatment plants
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- September 22nd, 7:00 PM - Planning Commission Meeting