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2026.02.18 Minnetrista Work Session Meeting

Minnetrista City CouncilThursday, February 19, 2026
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Lift assist billing ordinance proposal

Water bill adjustment policy framework

St. Bonnie Fire Department budget reconciliation

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Notable Quotes (2)

If we do a policy I can clearly state that if it's an accident such as... a water line froze and broke... something like that is beyond the homeowner's ability.

— Lisa Whan
Water bill adjustment policyDefining boundaries for potential bill adjustment policy.

Residential and independent living would be one to three or one to four... 250 then for assisted living... after that maybe or maybe use maple plains.

— Jasper Krugal
Lift assist billingProposing a tiered fee structure for future lift assist ordinances.

People (4)

Lisa WhanMayor

Presiding over the February 18th Minnetrista City Council work session.

Jasper KrugalStaff/Official

Discussed lift assist billing ordinances from neighboring cities and potential policy frameworks.

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“In Minitrista, we don't have many [lift assists]. But cities like Spring Park have quite a few if they have a senior facility.”

Explaining the prevalence of lift assist calls in the region.

BobResident

Requesting a reduction on his water bill due to a faulty water softener fixture.

1 quote

“It's not the money. It's more the principal.”

Stating his motivation for seeking a bill adjustment.

GaryStaff/Public Works

Expert witness regarding water softener mechanical failures and plumbing maintenance.

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“Mark said it's very common. I mean that's a very common thing to replace.”

Discussing common failures in residential water softener seals.

Places Mentioned

MinnetristaHighway 7MoundSpring ParkMaple PlainSt. BonnieGrand View Apartments

Events & Meetings (1)

  • February 18th Minnetrista City Council Work Session, 5:06 PM

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

Unspecified

Drafting an ordinance to charge for lift assist services provided by the Fire Department, potentially tiered by call volume.

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