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Cottage Grove City Council Meeting 12-3-25

Cottage Grove City CouncilThursday, December 4, 2025
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Pledge of Allegiance

Open Forum

Adoption of the Agenda

Patriot Awards Presentation

Consent Agenda

Appointment to Parks, Rec and Natural Resources Commission

Disbursement/Payment of Bills

Public Hearing: 2026 Property Tax Levy

Public Hearing: 2026 City Budget

Full Document Analysis

Votes (3)

Adoption of the agenda

CarriedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Council member Olsen · Seconded by Council member Theiti

Approve consent agenda

CarriedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Council member Theiti · Seconded by Council member Clawson

Approve disbursement/pay bills

CarriedUnanimous voice vote

Moved by Council member Olsson · Seconded by Council member Clawson

Notable Quotes (2)

I don't represent the service member I want to be really clear and I don't represent the employer I represent USA uniform service employment remployment right act.

— Everett Doolittle
Patriot AwardsExplaining the role of the ESGR mediator.

The first time that we will get a check on this property tax levy is in July. And so the city operates for six months writing checks.

— Brenda Melanowski
2026 BudgetExplaining city cash flow and reserve requirements.

People (6)

BaileyMayor

Presiding officer of the Cottage Grove City Council meeting.

Peggy Morerti NelsonCitizen

Citizen addressing the council regarding constitutional rights and police conduct.

1 quote

“I do not wish to speak with you, answer your questions, or sign or hand you any documents based on my fifth amendment rights.”

Statement regarding her constitutional rights during public comment.

Everett DoolittleAssistant Ombudsman Director

Representing ESGR and the Department of Defense for the Patriot Awards.

Nick AragoniDeputy Fire Chief

Army National Guard member and fire department staff.

1 quote

“I think this is an incredible opportunity to recognize my fire chief, John Pritchard.”

Introduction of the Patriot Award recipient.

John PritchardFire Chief

Recipient of the Patriot Award for supporting service members.

Brenda MelanowskiFinance Director

Presenting the 2026 budget and tax levy proposals.

Places Mentioned

7490 Hinton Park Avenue, South KCottage Grove City HallSt. Paul

Events & Meetings (1)

  • December 3rd, 2025 - Cottage Grove City Council meeting
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