February 2025 City Council Meeting
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Approval of agenda
Public forum regarding soccer field rental
Resignation of City Administrator Rebecca Kellen
Met Council presentation: 2050 Regional development guide and regional planning
Washington County services presentation: Land use, environmental programs, and infrastructure
Votes (1)
Approve the agenda
PassedUnanimous
Moved by Unspecified · Seconded by Unspecified
Notable Quotes (3)
If Birchwood is making money that allows the Birchwood budget to raise.
RecreationPublic comment regarding soccer field rental benefits.
We lead on addressing climate change it means things like we're having more extreme water storm events.
EnvironmentPresentation on Met Council 2050 strategy.
A state law by 2030 75% of our throwaways in our homes has to be recycled or converted to energy.
Waste ManagementDiscussion on organics and food scrap mandates.
People (4)
Jasper HenkinsResident
Advocating for Birchwood field rentals for the Monami Soccer Association.
Rebecca KellenCity Administrator
Announced resignation effective January 28, 2025.
Dr. Gail CederbergCouncil Representative
District 11 representative discussing regional planning, water, and parks.
Stan KarwaskiCounty Commissioner
Presented on county services, transit, and land legacy programs.
Places Mentioned
Birchwood Village183 Wildwood AvenueHugoBig Marine ParkKelly FarmCentury AvenueWildwood LibraryNewport recycling centerWhite Bear Lake
Events & Meetings (6)
- Meeting date: Not explicitly dated
- Effective resignation date: January 28, 2025
- Met Council 2050 plan adoption meeting: Day after council meeting
- Century Avenue final design phase: 2025
- FedEx intersection construction target: 2027
- New County service center opening: Fall 2025