Woodbury City Council — Agenda
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
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Woodbury approves $7.9 million road rehabilitation project
Appointment to 2050 Comprehensive Plan Task Force & Focus Group Composition
Water Wise Implementation Program Approval and Cooperative Agreement
Powers Lake Lift Station Rehabilitation Project Contract Award
Acceptance of Washington County SHIP Grant
Liquor License Renewals
Tobacco License Renewals
2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project Special Assessments
2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project Contract Award and Consultant Selection
Ordinance Amendment: Parks and Recreation & Motor Vehicles and Traffic (E-Transportation)
City Administrator Update
Votes (10)
Arbor Month Proclamation
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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J. Sterling Morton originated Arbor Day in 1872. Trees provide environmental, economic, and aesthetic benefits. The City of Woodbury celebrates Arbor Month to encourage tree planting and stewardship. The Parks and Forestry Division plans to plant 500 trees in 2026, adding to 926 planted in 2025. This annual proclamation is required for participation in the Tree City USA program, enabling grant eligibility.
Approving PNRC Appointment to 2050 Comprehensive Plan Task Force and Authorizing Staff to make Future Changes to Focus Group Composition as Needed
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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The Parks and Natural Resources Commission (PNRC) recommended Richard Freese to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Task Force. Staff sought authorization to adjust the composition of the Park and Facility Long Range Plan Focus Group as needed. This 27-member Focus Group will collaborate with staff, PNRC, and consulting firm ISG, supported by a community engagement plan, with the final plan due in 2027.
Approval of Water Wise Implementation Program; Approving the Cooperative Agreement between South Washington Watershed District and the City of Woodbury; Approving the Associated Budget Amendment
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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A Cooperative Agreement with the South Washington Watershed District (SWWD) will provide $25,000 to support water efficiency programs: Residential Smart Irrigation Controller, Toilet Replacement Rebate, and Commercial/Homeowners Association Cost Share, with a $25,000 City match. These programs, aligned with the 'Sustainable Water Future for Woodbury' initiative, have successfully reduced water consumption by millions of gallons annually.
Approval of Powers Lake Lift Station Rehabilitation Project; Awarding the Construction Contract; Authorizing the Mayor and City Administrator to Sign Contracts; Amending the Storm Water Utility Fund Budget; Authorizing Use of the Central District Trunk Storm Sewer Fund
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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The Powers Lake Lift Station, identified as a top priority for rehabilitation due to age and condition (built 1994), will undergo significant upgrades. Minger Construction Company was the lowest responsible bidder ($458,500). The total project cost is estimated at $633,600, requiring a budget amendment of $113,000 from the Storm Water Utility Fund and Central District Trunk Storm Sewer Fund due to supply chain issues and scope additions.
Approval of Acceptance of the Washington County SHIP Grant from Washington County; Budget Amendment
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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The City's employee Wellness Committee secured a $5,000 Washington County SHIP Grant to create raised garden beds, promoting employee health and well-being. The funds will cover costs for materials like lumber, fencing, and soil for the garden beds.
Approval of Liquor License Renewals; License Year April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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Various businesses sought renewal of their liquor licenses for the upcoming year (April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027), having submitted all necessary documents. Total renewal fees amount to $36,800.
Approval of Tobacco License Renewals; License Year April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
Moved by Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date. · Seconded by Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
Businesses requiring tobacco licenses applied for renewal for the period of April 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with all required documentation. Total renewal fees amount to $600.
Consider Approval of Special Assessments for 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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This public hearing addresses the special assessments for the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, which includes pavement, curb, trail, pedestrian safety, and stormwater improvements across several neighborhoods. The project's total cost is $7,865,675.00, with $1,936,769.00 to be covered by special assessments over 15 years at 4.5% interest. Public engagement included preliminary reports, online questionnaires, and neighborhood meetings.
Consider Approval of 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project: Award Contract; Amend Budget; Select Consultant for Construction Administration Services
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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This item concerns awarding the construction contract for the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project to Northwest Asphalt, Inc. for $6,292,540.31, and selecting Bolton & Menk, Inc. as the construction administration consultant for $608,218. The project encompasses 4.8 miles of residential roads and 0.5 miles of Afton Road. The overall estimated project cost is less than the adopted budget, but amendments are needed to adjust fund allocations.
Consider Adoption of Ordinance Amending Chapter 16 – Parks and Recreation and Chapter 14-Motor Vehicles and Traffic
Dissent: Not recorded in provided agenda materials for this date.
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The City Council considered adopting Ordinance 2076 to amend city code regarding e-transportation modes on trails and roadways. Updates include defining Class 3 e-bikes, allowing motorized foot scooters on trails, and clarifying exclusions for other motorized devices. The Parks and Natural Resources Commission (PNRC) also requested considering a helmet requirement for e-bike riders under 18. The ordinance changes aim for public safety, clarity, and enforcement, while reorganizing regulations to Chapter 14 for consistency.
Notable Quotes (9)
Trees can reduce the erosion of topsoil by wind and water, cut heating and cooling costs, moderate the temperature, clean the air, produce life-giving oxygen and provide habitats for wildlife. Trees are a renewable resource giving us paper, wood for our homes, fuel for our fires and countless other wood products. Trees in our City also increase property values, enhance the economic vitality of business areas and beautify our community.
A robust community engagement plan will also be implemented to extend outreach further into the community, gather input, and help develop a well-informed and representative plan.
Since 2016, the City has distributed 4,175 irrigation controllers and reduced water consumption by an estimated 125 million gallons per year. Since 2022, the City has incentivized the replacement of 1,186 toilets with a low-flush model in multi-family and single-family residential homes and reduced water consumption by an estimated 15 million gallons per year.
The bids revealed significant price increases from the Engineer’s Estimate in the categories of lift station pumps, valves, coatings, and interior piping primarily due to supply chain issues and increased tariffs and a minor scope addition of a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) communication antenna.
By showcasing the fruits of their labor, we hope to inspire others to adopt healthier eating habits and appreciate the benefits of local, sustainable agriculture.
As part of the City’s ongoing pavement management program, roadway rehabilitation projects are performed annually to provide a cost-effective means of extending the life expectancy of the City street system.
Traffic calming and trail construction on Afton Road is consistent with goals set by the City’s adopted Safe Streets and Roads for All Action Plan.
The change is primarily organizational, eliminates directly conflicting language between chapters, reduces risk of future conflicting language, reduces risk of regulations not being updated with statutory changes and does not alter existing rules for use in public spaces.
The PNRC unanimously requested that the Council further consider an ordinance requiring all e-bike riders under the age of 18 to wear a helmet.
Ordinances & Resolutions (30)
An official declaration recognizing April 2026 as Arbor Month in Woodbury.
Staff report supporting the Arbor Month Proclamation.
A task force responsible for developing the City's long-range comprehensive plan.
A group assisting in the development of the City's long-range parks and facilities plan.
Staff report recommending a PNRC appointment and authorization for focus group composition changes.
Resolution approving the Water Wise Implementation Program Cooperative Agreement and associated budget amendment.
Agreement between the City and South Washington Watershed District for water conservation funding.
Staff report for the Water Wise Implementation Program.
Resolution awarding the Powers Lake Lift Station Rehabilitation Project construction contract.
Contract for the rehabilitation of the Powers Lake stormwater lift station.
Staff report for the Powers Lake Lift Station Rehabilitation Project.
Resolution accepting the Washington County SHIP Grant and approving a budget amendment.
Grant funds from Washington County for an employee wellness program (raised garden beds).
Staff report for the acceptance of the Washington County SHIP Grant.
Staff report for liquor license renewals.
Staff report for tobacco license renewals.
Resolution approving special assessments for the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
Staff report for the approval of special assessments for the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
Resolution awarding the construction contract and consultant agreement for the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
Contract awarded to Northwest Asphalt, Inc. for roadway rehabilitation work.
Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for construction administration services.
Staff report for the contract award, budget amendment, and consultant selection for the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project.
Ordinance amending City Code Chapters 16 and 14 regarding parks, recreation, motor vehicles, and traffic.
City code chapter governing parks and recreation, proposed for amendment.
City code chapter governing motor vehicles and traffic, proposed for amendment.
Staff report for the ordinance amendment regarding e-transportation.
Minnesota State Statute defining bicycles and electric-assisted bicycles.
Minnesota State Statute allowing cities authority to manage and control real property.
A city master plan referenced in relation to urban development.
A City plan guiding traffic calming and trail construction goals.