Woodbury City Council — Minutes
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Congressional Art Competition Awards
Recognition of City Administrator Jeff Dahl
Proposed ICE Resolution and 287(g) Agreements
Liquor License Applications for Businesses
City Infrastructure and Construction Projects
Community Events and Juneteenth Holiday
Votes (4)
Approval of Consent Agenda
Dissent: None
Moved by Councilmember Morris · Seconded by Councilmember Stafford
The Consent Agenda included approval of several resolutions regarding capital improvement grants, equipment purchases, budget amendments, and a gas franchise fee ordinance. While no specific debate occurred, these items represent significant city business passed as a block.
Approval of 3rd Act Brewery LLC Liquor Licenses
Dissent: None
Moved by Councilmember Morris · Seconded by Councilmember Stafford
Application for On Sale Intoxicating Wine and Beer Liquor License (including Sunday and Patio Sales), Manufacturer’s Intoxicating Liquor Brew Pub License, and Brew Pub Off Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for 3rd Act Brewery LLC at 4120 Radio Drive. The business, operating since 2018, sought new licenses to offer wine and hard cider. A criminal history check of the owners found no violations.
Approval of LTF Club Operations Company, Inc dba Life Time Liquor License
Dissent: None
Moved by Councilmember Morris · Seconded by Councilmember Stafford
Application for an On Sale Intoxicating Wine and Beer Liquor License (including Sunday Sales) for Life Time at 675 Commons Drive. Discussion centered on Life Time's primary business being fitness versus hospitality, with the City Attorney clarifying zoning regulations. The onsite manager assured compliance with state laws and staff training.
Approval of Main Event Entertainment, Inc dba Main Event Liquor License
Dissent: None
Moved by Councilmember Morris · Seconded by Councilmember Stafford
Application for an On Sale Intoxicating Liquor License (including Sunday Sales) for Main Event Entertainment, Inc. at 540 Bielenberg Drive. Legal counsel expressed excitement about the new location, and the anticipated opening date was confirmed as August 3, 2026.
Notable Quotes (2)
the intention is to elevate the member experience by offering beer and wine sales throughout the week.
the commercial and business district does not specify hospitality versus non-hospitality uses in the zoning.
Ordinances & Resolutions (8)
Approving replacement purchase of one Ford Utility Police Interceptor Vehicle for an amount not to exceed $83,865 and approving budget amendment.
Authorizing Highway Safety Improvement Program Grant Application submittal for Lake Road 4-3 Lane Conversion (Tahoe Road to Woodlane Drive) Project and Active Transportation Grant Application for the Hudson Road Trail Gap Project.
Authorizing acceptance of Coordinated Capital Improvement Program Grant from South Washington Watershed District for purchase of a replacement street sweeper and amending the 2026 Capital Improvement Fund Budget.
Authorizing acceptance of Coordinated Capital Improvement Program Grant from South Washington Watershed District to purchase a hydromulcher.
Authorizing acceptance of Coordinated Capital Improvement Program Grant from South Washington Watershed District for the Interlachen Parking Lot Improvement Project and amending the 2026 Parks and Trails Replacement Fund Budget.
Authorizing acceptance of Coordinated Capital Improvement Program Grant from South Washington Watershed District for upgrading roadway pre-treatment equipment.
Amending the Storm Water Utility Fund Budget and authorizing use of the Ramsey Washington Metro Trunk Storm Sewer Fund for the Windwood Passage Stormwater Lift Station Project.
Repealing and Recreating Chapter 9 Franchises, Section 9-6 CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp.-Gas Franchise Fee, Schedule A, Franchise Fee for Com/Ind B 1,500 > or < 5,000 therms/yr.