Forest Lake City Council March 23rd, 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
Full Document Analysis
Votes (4)
Approve the agenda
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Approve Forest Road North garage final plat PUD and rezoning
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Approve creation of Fund 322
Moved by Council Member · Seconded by Council Member
Approve no-change city utility billing policy
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.
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.
People (5)
Richard PetersonPolice ChiefRetiring after 26 years in law enforcement, 25 years with the City of Forest Lake.
1 quote
Retiring after 26 years in law enforcement, 25 years with the City of Forest Lake.
“You know, it's kind of neat this Force Lake connection with previous police chiefs, Trudeau, Schwarz, yourself, and now the incoming chief.”
Reflecting on the lineage of police chiefs in Forest Lake.
Mayor RobertsMayorLeading the council meeting and retirement ceremonies.
Leading the council meeting and retirement ceremonies.
AbbyStaffLeading agenda items on Forest Road North Garage and Public Works finances.
Leading agenda items on Forest Road North Garage and Public Works finances.
Cameron MlenLead ProsecutorIncoming prosecutor with Kelly and Lemons; to hold office hours at the city.
Incoming prosecutor with Kelly and Lemons; to hold office hours at the city.
Council Member MillerCouncil MemberAppointed as liaison for the School District superintendent search.
Appointed as liaison for the School District superintendent search.
Places Mentioned
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)
Final plat, PUD, and rezoning approval for Forest Road North Garage.
Rezoning related to Forest Road North Garage.
Additional resolution for Forest Road North Garage development.