Lake Elmo City Council

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Lake Elmo Council explores broadband franchising, delays decision

Story Date Jul 24, 2026

The Lake Elmo City Council heard arguments both for and against regulating broadband companies through city franchising on Wednesday, but took no formal action, instead directing staff to gather more…

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Lake Elmo Council Pursues Broadband Franchise, Updates Growth Plans

Story Date Jul 24, 2026

The Lake Elmo City Council moved forward on three major initiatives at its April 15 meeting: exploring a broadband franchise to improve internet access, updating population projections for future grow…

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Lake Elmo Parks Commission approves townhome development plan

Story Date Jul 24, 2026

The Lake Elmo Parks Commission unanimously approved a concept plan for an 82-unit townhome development in the Bridgewater Village area on June 16, allowing the developer to pay cash instead of dedicat…

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Lake Elmo Council raises own pay for first time since 2012

Story Date Jul 24, 2026

The Lake Elmo City Council agreed on June 10 to increase the mayor's annual stipend to $9,000 and council members' to $7,000—their first raise in 14 years—citing the city's rapid growth and increased…

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Lake Elmo Parks Commission sends Ridge Park redesign back to planners

Story Date Jul 24, 2026

The Lake Elmo Parks Commission rejected two proposed concept designs for Ridge Park on October 24, directing staff to ask the design firm Bolton Mink to revisit their plans based on significant commun…

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