February 3, 2025 City Council Meeting
Sunday, April 6, 2025
Cannabis and hemp business ordinance amendment (Ordinance 496)
Planning and Parks Commission membership policy amendment (Ordinance 497)
Public Safety Department succession planning and promotions
Areas of Interest (4)
- City of Minnetrista restricts cannabis cultivation exclusively to industrial zones citing odor and visual impact concerns.
- City officials prepare for succession following the retirement of the Public Safety Director, promoting from within to fill leadership gaps.
- Council struggles with recruitment, allowing members to serve on both Parks and Planning commissions simultaneously to address chronic vacancies.
- Rising concerns over commercial cannabis 'speculators' and potential smell/water usage of indoor cultivation facilities.
Votes (3)
Approve agenda as presented
Moved by Brian Govern · Seconded by Peter Vick
Approve consent agenda items A through F
Moved by Brian Govern · Seconded by Claudia Lacy
Approve Ordinance 496 regarding cannabis/hemp business zoning (Industrial only)
Moved by Brian Govern · Seconded by Claudia Lacy
Notable Quotes (2)
The planning commission wasn't real keen on allowing growing in the commercial area because that's more all along Highway 7.
The deputy chief is a grade 10... we're recommending moving Craig from a grade 10 step seven to a grade 11 step seven.
People (5)
Lisa WhaleyMayorPresiding over the council meeting.
Presiding over the council meeting.
David AbelCommunity Development DirectorManaging the cannabis zoning ordinance and Planning Commission recommendations.
Managing the cannabis zoning ordinance and Planning Commission recommendations.
Jasper KruelCity AdministratorProviding administrative guidance on ordinances and personnel changes.
Providing administrative guidance on ordinances and personnel changes.
Craig SquiresDeputy Chief (Incoming Director)Recommended for promotion to Public Safety Director effective March 27, 2025.
Recommended for promotion to Public Safety Director effective March 27, 2025.
Patrick CummingsSergeantRecommended for promotion to Deputy Chief.
Recommended for promotion to Deputy Chief.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (3)
- February 3, 2025: Regular City Council Meeting
- January 22, 2025: Work Session
- March 27, 2025: Effective date for Public Safety department promotions
Ordinances & Resolutions (2)
Amending city code related to cannabis and hemp businesses.
Amending section 305.7 regarding Parks and Planning Commission membership.