260402 1626
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Fire department vesting schedule change
Commercial fire inspection and burn permit fees
Centerpoint Energy 20-year gas franchise ordinance
Plowing contract status
St. Croix River activities and St. Croix Wild and Scenic River concerns
Areas of Interest (4)
- Fire department's move to lower vesting age to solve recruitment and retention issues.
- City shifting to fee-based model for commercial fire inspections previously absorbed by department.
- Council debates the necessity of a 20-year utility franchise agreement without franchise fees.
- Concerns raised by council members regarding enforcement on the St. Croix Wild and Scenic River.
Votes (6)
Adopt the agenda
Moved by Council · Seconded by Council
Approve consent agenda (monthly claims and Jan 8th minutes)
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Approve resolution 2026-04 fire department vesting schedule change
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Add commercial inspection fees ($50/$100/$150) and $25 burn permits to fee schedule
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Pass ordinance 2026-01 Centerpoint Energy Gas Franchise Ordinance
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Adjourn the meeting
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Notable Quotes (2)
they're trying to give out more money per year for years of service... it has to do with recruitment and retention.
franchise agreements between utilities and local governments are not required... it's especially helpful if you determine if the city determines that you ever do want to put a franchise fee in.
People (7)
BishopMayorPresiding over the city council meeting.
Presiding over the city council meeting.
KimCity Staff/ClerkFacilitating roll call, ordinances, and status updates.
Facilitating roll call, ordinances, and status updates.
SherCouncil MemberParticipating in meeting procedures and voting.
Participating in meeting procedures and voting.
Zan MillerCouncil MemberParticipating in meeting procedures and voting.
Participating in meeting procedures and voting.
HattonCouncil MemberParticipating in meeting procedures and voting.
Participating in meeting procedures and voting.
EricsonCouncil MemberRaising concerns about St. Croix River activities and road maintenance.
Raising concerns about St. Croix River activities and road maintenance.
John PareroUnknownConsultation contact regarding road spray patching.
Consultation contact regarding road spray patching.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- Lakeland Shores City Council meeting, April 2nd, 2026, 6:31 PM
Ordinances & Resolutions (2)
Fire department vesting schedule change to improve recruitment and retention.
20-year Centerpoint Energy gas franchise agreement.