Forest Lake City Council October 13th, 2025

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Chestnut Creek Phase 2 Development

Parkland Dedication Fees vs. Land Dedication

Forest Lake Garage Condos Preliminary Plat and PUD

New City Employee Introductions and Hires

Budgetary Concerns and Tax Increases

Pickleball Court Seasonal Operation

Votes (2)

Approval of the agenda

PassedNot specified

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Approval of consent agenda (7A-7S)

PassedNot specified

Moved by Not specified · Seconded by Not specified

Notable Quotes (2)

there's nothing wrong with saying that we've missed an opportunity and call a timeout.

Terry Steamlock
Chestnut Creek DevelopmentDuring open forum regarding Chestnut Creek.

I'm just here to urge you to not think just bigger first, I want you to think better.

Chelsea Langless
Community Growth/Chestnut CreekUrging council to consider long-term community value over sheer growth.

People (8)

RobertsMayor

Presiding over the City Council meeting.

Mackenzie GuptalResident

Representing Phase 1 residents regarding Chestnut Creek Phase 2 concerns.

Chelsea LanglessResident

Homeowner in Chestnut Creek advocating for community amenities.

AbbyStaff/Planner

Presenting development applications and hiring updates.

Jason WagnerBuilding Official

Incoming staff member from City of Wayzata.

Ashley LorenPolice Officer

Hired to fill one of four police vacancies.

Tom CochburnSergeant

Long-term Forest Lake employee promoted to Sergeant.

Places Mentioned

Chestnut Creek568 Southshore Drive7163 208th Cove North1234 204th Street North701 28th Street NorthForest Road NorthHardwood Creek Trail

Events & Meetings (3)

  • September 17th - Parks, Trails, and Lakes Commission Meeting
  • October 15th - Park Closing Date
  • November 3rd - Denny Zil's Retirement Date

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

10132504

Resolution recommending approval of the Forest Lake Garage Condos preliminary plat and PUD with conditions.

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Forest Lake City Council October 13th, 2025 - Scandia Recorder