Forest Lake City Council March 23rd, 2026

Monday, March 23, 2026

Retirement recognition for Police Chief Richard Peterson

Forest Road North Garage development final plat and PUD

Establishment of Public Works Facility debt service fund (Fund 322)

Fund 211 balance recommendation and project timeline adjustments

Transition to no-change policy for city utility billing

Contract for municipal prosecution services with Kelly and Lemons

Forest Lake Area Schools Superintendent search focus group

Local sales tax legislative update for Public Works facility

Votes (4)

Approve the agenda

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Approve Forest Road North garage final plat PUD and rezoning

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Approve creation of Fund 322

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Approve no-change city utility billing policy

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member

Notable Quotes (2)

Rick, your career reflects a lifetime of dedication and sacrifice. While we will certainly miss your leadership, we are grateful for everything you've given to this city.

Mayor Roberts
Chief Peterson retirementFarewell remarks during the retirement recognition.

This is the option that is actually recommended by our utility billing staff. We are looking to also then sneak peek within the next couple months hopefully be able to take credit cards.

Alli
Utility billing policyExplaining the shift to a no-change policy for utility billing.

People (5)

Mayor RobertsMayor

Leading the council meeting and retirement ceremonies.

AbbyStaff

Leading agenda items on Forest Road North Garage and Public Works finances.

Cameron MlenLead Prosecutor

Incoming prosecutor with Kelly and Lemons; to hold office hours at the city.

Council Member MillerCouncil Member

Appointed as liaison for the School District superintendent search.

Places Mentioned

Forest Lake City HallForest Road NorthCounty Road 50Highway 61

Events & Meetings (2)

  • City Council meeting: April 2nd, 1-3 PM (Retirement Open House)
  • Forest Lake Area Schools Superintendent focus group: Scheduled for tomorrow at 1:00 PM

Ordinances & Resolutions (3)

Resolution 03232601

Final plat, PUD, and rezoning approval for Forest Road North Garage.

Ordinance 768

Rezoning related to Forest Road North Garage.

Resolution 03232602

Additional resolution for Forest Road North Garage development.

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