Forest Lake City Council July 14th, 2025
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Planning Commission appointment of Andy Applicski
Hyo Lane North street maintenance and disrepair issues
Pickleball community activities and emergency training appreciation
Pizza Pub parallel parking and maintenance agreement
Nomination of watershed board member candidates
Veterans Memorial Lakeside Park project plans and bid authorization
Interim use permit for Beeswax Dispensary (adult cannabis retail)
Concept plan review for Bittersweet subdivision
Votes (5)
Approval of appointment of Andy Applicski to the Planning Commission
Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified
Approve the Pizza Pub parking installation and maintenance agreement
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Approve Resolution 07142508 for watershed board nominations
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Approve plans, specs, and authorize ad for bid for Veterans Memorial
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Approve Resolution 07142507 for cannabis IUP with 5-year term
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Notable Quotes (3)
Nobody's done it. They did come out. Somebody came out and threw some cold asphalt down in a few spots which just made things worse.
The EDA did not want to take action on an item that was not formally approved by the council.
If they lose the state license for some reason, this automatically expires. I think that's important for the council.
People (5)
Serving as acting mayor for the first time.
Raised concerns regarding street conditions on Hyo Lane and 216th Street.
Praised fire department for pickleball training and community engagement.
Presented parking agreements, cannabis permits, and subdivision plans.
Advised on the expiration and termination clauses of the cannabis IUP.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (5)
- June 26: Planning Commission interview with Andy Applicski
- June 28: Planning Commission review of cannabis IUP
- August 6: Veterans Memorial project anticipated bid opening
- August 11: Future City Council meeting for contract award
- September 2: Earliest start date for Veterans Memorial construction
Ordinances & Resolutions (2)
Nomination of candidates Robert Kevin Monroe, Cameron Clark, and Jim Shot Mueller to the watershed board.
Interim use permit for adult cannabis retail at 508 Lake Street South with 12 conditions and a 5-year term.