--- title: MINUTES author: Oehlke date: D:20260423083405-05'00' --- ## M inutes ## Woodbury City Council Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Pursuant to the due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting was duly held virtually and at the Woodbury City Hall, 8301 Valley Creek Road, on the 8 th day of April 2026. ## Call to Order Mayor Anne Burt called the meeting to order at 7:33 p.m., and she welcomed those attending the meeting both in person and virtually. Mayor Burt explained that members of the public may attend the meeting in person and may also join the meeting using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. She stated public comments will be accepted during the meeting both in person and virtually. Virtual questions should be submitted via the online Q&A feature within the virtual meeting link. Questions regarding the meeting will also be taken between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. via email at council@woodburymn.gov or at 651-714-3524. Questions received after 4:30 p.m. will be responded to in the next three to seven business days. Mayor Burt stated that meetings are recorded through True Lens Community Media and are broadcast live and replayed on cable channel 799. Meetings are also available on the City of Woodbury’s YouTube channel. Members of the public are welcome to join and have an opportunity to speak in person, or can watch virtually. Virtual questions can be submitted online, and the City Clerk will monitor them throughout the meeting. ## Pledge to Flag Audience, staff, and Council pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. ## Roll Call Upon roll call the following were present: Mayor Anne Burt, Councilmembers: Kim Wilson, Steve Morris, and Jennifer Santini. Absent: Donna ## Stafford Others Present: Ashleigh Sullivan, Assistant City Administrator/City Clerk; Kevin Sandstrom, City Attorney; Jeffrey Dahl, City Administrator; Janelle Schmitz, Community Development Director; Jamie Fritts, Housing and Economic Development Coordinator; and Chris Hartzell, Engineering Director. ## Special Order of Business A.Recognition of Felix Johnson, League of Minnesota Cities' Mayor for a Day Essay Contest Winner Mayor Burt introduced fourth grader Felix Johnson and explained that all students are invited to write an essay about being a mayor for the day. She noted that the essay contest is run by the League of Minnesota Cities, and Mr. Johnson won. Mr. Johnson explained that he won the Mayor of the Day essay contest because he wrote about chickens and ducks. He added that his mom and he want to have chickens, but they are not allowed in the City. He mentioned that there would be some rules to allow chickens, such as no roosters, a fence to keep coyotes away, and a maximum of six birds. Mayor Burt mentioned that Mr. Johnson was published in the League of Minnesota Cities magazine and received an award. B.Proclamation Affirming City Values and Action Related to Immigration Enforcement and Opposing a Federal Immigration Detention Center in Woodbury Mayor Burt thanked the community for their passion and for bringing the matter to the Council’s attention and demanding something they find important. The City Council has been working together with staff to be responsive to the concerns. Mayor Burt noted she would be reading a Proclamation affirming the City values and action related to immigration enforcement and opposing a federal immigration detention center in the City. She explained that over the past several months, staff and the Council have been actively working on the issues and providing updates to the community along the way. The Proclamation serves to formally memorialize the efforts and clearly articulate the City’s position. She recognized that many community members were expecting the item to be on the previous agenda. She clarified the process for setting the Council agenda. The City Administrator establishes the Council agenda, and residents are encouraged to use the Open Forum to address the Council on items that are not listed on the agenda. During the Open Forum, the Council does not take immediate action; instead, members take time to consider the information, consult with staff, and determine the appropriate next steps. Following the March 25 th meeting, the Council reviewed the request submitted by residents for further consideration. The Council determined that it was important to go on record and to respond to the community’s request. As a result, the Proclamation has been placed on the agenda. She noted that the Proclamation does not include restrictions on the use of municipal property due to legal and practical ## City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Page 2 of 8 considerations, which would make implementation difficult to enforce. If the City becomes aware of any unlawful activity or actions that do not align with the City’s values on municipal property, the City has the right to revisit the issue. She stated that the City opposes the use of any buildings or property in Woodbury as a detention center and the City is committed to ensuring Woodbury is a place where everyone feels safe, supported, and included. Councilmember Wilson explained that she was surprised that it was a Proclamation because the Council had decided a while ago not to have Proclamations since the Council was getting many requests. She wondered if it should be a Resolution instead. She added that a Proclamation raises awareness while a Resolution establishes policy or gives a position of the City. City Administrator Jeffrey Dahl explained that staff felt like a Proclamation would be more appropriate due to what the community has gone through in the past few months. He added that it warranted a clarification of where the City is with its position and values. Staff agreed that a Proclamation would utilize a public document to explain what the City’s stance is as a community. Mayor Burt read a Proclamation in full, affirming City values and action related to immigration enforcement and opposing a federal immigration detention center in Woodbury. Mayor Burt opened an opportunity for the Council to share comments. Councilmember Morris thanked Mayor Burt for her leadership and for the relentless efforts of staff, and for purposely providing the community with answers and support. He recognized that some of the efforts made by the City may not feel like enough and expressed his appreciation for the deep levels of passion that the community has. He explained why he has been using the phrase “performative politics” and noted that the Councilmembers are not professional politicians, but instead are community members who chose to serve the community. He expressed appreciation for the Council and the various views they all hold while remaining professional. He noted his personal definition of leadership in his role is to understand a problem and an issue, and work to find a resolution. He added that the Council does not approach issues through a political lens and simply reviews things for what they are and what they believe the best policy or direction is for the community. The Council does not deliberate or act based on political ideology. He expressed his understanding that the community wants the Council to be more visible and chart a path that is stronger in rhetoric. He recognized the desire to have more outspoken elected officials. He explained that the world does not need more politicians angling for more camera time and viral clips. The world does not need false hope and instead needs legitimate debate, discussion, and action. He mentioned that he does not seek attention and will not tell people what they want to hear because it will make people vote for him. He applauded the community for using their voice and requesting more actions from the Council. He added that he would not lie to the community and make false promises or empty hope. He stated he supports the Proclamation and does not want an ICE detention facility in the community. He added that he does not want any government office or official to terrorize a community to create fear and violate people’s rights. He stated he wants all elements of the government to honor the rights that people have, to treat people fairly and humanely, and to enforce the laws with integrity. The City government does not have special authority or jurisdiction to dictate the application of State or federal laws. What the City can do is to implore all government officials to treat the community and those who visit it by honoring the rights of people and to treat everyone with respect. He encourages the community to use their voices and to think about what they are asking and if the person or entity they are asking has the authority or influence necessary to bring the change that is being requested. He encouraged the community to work together to bring real change to the issues. C. Report on April 8, 2026 Workshop Closed Session Item Regarding the Lee Property Negotiation City Attorney Kevin Sandstrom stated the closed session was pursuant to Statute 13d.05 subdivision 3B. The active litigation matter was the Raymond Lee versus the City of Woodbury case, which has been ongoing. He noted that during the process, he received direction from the City Council regarding ongoing settlement discussions and other strategies in the case. If there is a settlement that is reached, it will be brought back to the Council for formal approval. ## Open Forum Catherine Wegener, City resident, stated she attended the Council meeting two weeks ago to show her support for a proposed resolution. During the meeting, she heard concerns regarding the Council’s limited authority to control federal actions in the City. She explained that she is an immigration attorney and over the past year, the federal government has thrown around its weight to strip power and agency away from individuals and municipalities. Rather than focusing on the limitations that the City faces, she asked the Council to reframe their thinking and utilize the power and authority that they have. She noted that the immigration system is not going to be fixed anytime soon, and the City needs to protect the community against the broken system. She thanked the Council for drafting a Proclamation that demonstrates the commitment to educate and communicate with constituents. She added that she hopes that the Council continues to share information and update the community with the Council’s efforts. A Proclamation is not a Resolution and is not enough. She added that the City is up against a ruthless and aggressive federal government. Agents occupied the City, broke laws, violated rights and freedoms, and terrorized residents. She explained that the community needs formal and official action by the Council that carries legal weight. There is nothing in the proposed Resolution that is beyond the City’s authority. By passing the proposed Resolution and taking the outlined actions, the City builds a foundation from which legal recourse can be pursued if the federal government violates it and sends a message in solidarity with many other cities that have adopted similar Resolutions. She stated she is asking for a Resolution because a response to Operation Metro Surge deserves a vote. She explained that as a citizen of a democracy has the responsibility to hold her elected officials accountable. She added that she would like to know which of her Councilmembers would stand up for her and her neighbor the next time federal agents are in town. Amy Stedman, City resident, explained why the City Council should have passed a Resolution instead of a Proclamation. A Proclamation is what the Council does for Arbor Day. She added that it is about whether families and residents in the City are safe without wondering if City ## City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Page 3 of 8 property is being used against them. The Resolution that the community submitted to the City clearly states that ICE and DHS may not use City-owned property as staging grounds for immigration enforcement. The language is not included in the Proclamation, and the community wants the Council to explain why. She noted the list of what the City has done throughout the process. She explained that what the City has done so far is the bare minimum. Answering questions is not policy, posting FAQs is not protection, and a newsletter column does not stop ICE from using Ojibway Park as a staging ground. Doing the minimum does not mean that the job is finished. Offering a Proclamation in response to a petition does not finish the job. She added that the Parks and Natural Resource Commission unanimously brought up a recommendation to the Council asking for stronger safety protection for young riders on ebikes, and instead, the Council deferred, delayed, and sent to a workshop. A Proclamation affirms values, a Resolution requires a vote. She added that the community wants the Council to vote so that it is on record. The Community deserves to know who is standing up for them and who is not. She noted that the community showed up in January, submitted a petition in March, and it has not been a moment that passes. She asked that the Council take up the Resolution as submitted, with the property restrictions language included, and vote on it. Tori Nathan, City resident, stated she was in support of the proposed Resolution that was presented to the Council regarding immigration and customs enforcement. She noted that there has been a lot of discussion regarding the detention center. She explained that she would like to address the portion of the Proclamation that does not address the use of City property. In summary, the proposed Resolution states that the City shall restrict the use of City-owned, City-leased, or City-controlled property for the purposes of staging, coordinating, or supporting civil immigration enforcement except where clearly required by federal or State law. She added that it is not an unreasonable thing to do, and other cities have done it, such as Chicago and San Francisco. She noted that she has heard that it is not legal to interfere with ICE or DHS’s operation, but it is a gross oversimplification. State and local authorities cannot directly regulate the federal government, but they can stop the federal government from commandeering City property for federal purposes. She stated it was supported in the courts and referenced a 2017 case where the Ninth Circuit Court addressed it in California. The goal is not to have the City illegally obstruct immigration enforcement. The goal is to implement reasonable and meaningful restrictions that would prevent Woodbury from being complicit with ICE’s activities. Allowing ICE to use City-owned properties for enforcement activities endangers residents, and the City can do something about it by passing the proposed Resolution. Assistant City Administrator/City Clerk Ashleigh Sullivan mentioned that there were two online comments. The first comment was from Brian Fruchtman who stated he was jogging on the side of the road due to ice. A Woodbury police officer asked him to stop. He explained that when he did not stop, due to the psychological and physical effects of lowering his pulse, and submitting to harassment, he beat him up. He stated he appeared before the Council and made a police complaint. The police chief called and told him to run on the side and to stop when an officer tells him to. He added that he left a message for the mayor and left another message a month later to contact him to let him know if anything had been done, but he did not receive a phone call back. The administrator accepted responsibility via email for allowing future violence. Woodbury needs to replace the unethical City Councilmembers supporting abuse, including the mayor, police chief, and administrator, unless they want authoritarian violence against law-abiding citizens. Ms. Sullivan noted that the second online comment was from Belinda Reid, who asked how the people requesting the Proclamation were vetted, especially that they are actual residents of Woodbury. She wondered if the Proclamation was representative of all 85,000 residents. ## Consent Agenda Item A 1. Approval of Council Workshop Minutes— March 25, 2026 2. Approval of Council Minutes – March 25, 2026 Item B To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-30 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota authorizing the acceptance of a donation totaling $40,000 from Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists and $55,000 from Woodbury Rotary Club in 2026 and approving the associated budget amendment. Item C 1. To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-31 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota authorizing use of funds and amending the 2026 budget for the CSAH 18 (Bailey Road) and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Project. 2. To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-32 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota approving the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Woodbury and Washington County for Construction Cost Share of CSAH 18 (Bailey Road) and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Project. 3. To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-33 ## City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Page 4 of 8 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota approving the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Woodbury and Washington County for Construction Cost Share for the CSAH 18 (Bailey Road) and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Landscape Project. 4. To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-34 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota approving the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Woodbury and Washington County for maintenance of the CSAH 18 (Bailey Road) and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Project. Item D To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-35 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota awarding the contract for the 2026 Rejuvenator Project to Corrective Asphalt Materials, LLC., and authorizing the Mayor and City Administrator to execute the construction contract. Item E To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-36 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota awarding the Seasons Park Corridor Vegetation Restoration and Enhancement Project construction contract to Minnesota Native Landscapes and authorizing the Mayor and City Administrator to sign said contract. Item F To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-37 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota authorizing acceptance of City of Woodbury Water Treatment Plant and Pipeline Design Project Grant Amendment #3 Contract #223996 from the Minnesota Pollution Control ## Agency Item G To adopt the following resolution Resolution 26-38 Resolution of the City of Woodbury, Washington County, Minnesota approving the following: 1. Creation of the position of Senior Utilities Coordinator and placing the position in Grade 8 of the Woodbury Classification Plan. 2. 2. Creation of the position of Recreation Coordinator and placing the position in Grade 4 of the Woodbury Classification Plan. Item H The abstract of bills includes payments made from the operating or project budgets for expenses of the city. The expenditures are from all funds of the city. Any purchased contracts requiring signature of the mayor and City Administrator is hereby approved. Staff recommends approval of the abstract of bills for March 13, 2026, in the amount of $723,692.91 and March 20, 2026, in the amount of $1,203,997.25. Councilmember Santini moved, seconded by Councilmember Morris, to approve the Consent Agenda items. Voting via voice: Kim Wilson – aye Donna Stafford – absent Steve Morris – aye Jennifer Santini – aye Anne Burt – aye ## Public Hearings A. Consider Approval of the 2026 Draft Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan, as Required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and a Substantial Amendment to the 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan Addressing Contaminated Site Cleanup as a CDBG Goal for the Current Five-Year Planning Period; Opening of 30-Day Public Comment Period Mayor Burt declared the public hearing open. Housing and Economic Development Manager Jamie Fritts stated the City of Woodbury receives federal funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) via the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships Program ## City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Page 5 of 8 (HOME). Woodbury accesses CDBG directly from HUD but accesses HOME funds as a sub-recipient member of the Dakota County HOME Consortium. Each year, HUD requires the City to create an Annual Action Plan (AAP) to determine specific investment strategies of the funds on a July-to-June program year basis. Woodbury may invest its allocation of CDBG and HOME in a variety of ways, including projects such as economic development, housing, public facilities, or public services. The City Council adopted a motion on February 25, 2026, identifying affordable housing as well as cleanup of contaminated sites as high priorities for the use of HUD funds. Mr. Fritts noted that recipients of HUD CDBG/HOME funding must adopt an Annual Action Plan (AAP) that prioritizes goals of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan; define specific investment strategies to achieve goals; and evaluate past performance. Mr. Fritts reviewed the public process. He noted that on February 25, 2026, the City Council made a motion establishing affordable housing and cleanup of contaminated sites as 2026 AAP high funding priorities. On April 8, 2026, there was a public hearing on the draft 2026 AAP and a substantial amendment to the 2025- 2029 Consolidated Plan. The public comment period regarding the 2026 AAP and substantial amendment to the 2025- 2029 Consolidated Plan will be open from April 9, 2026, through May 8, 2026 (pending). On May 13, 2026, the Council will consider the adoption of the 2026 AAP. Mr. Fritts presented the 2026 anticipated resources. The total anticipated CDBG funds are $406,639, and the total anticipated HOME funds are $99,000. He reviewed the proposed PY26 activities. The draft 2026 AAP allocates CDBG funds to the following: • $224,000 of the CDBG for a Two Rivers Community Land Trust project to benefit income-eligible homebuyers. • $121,639 of CDBG for a City-administered private ash tree removal project to benefit income-eligible homeowners. • $56,000 of CDBG for program administration expenditures. Mr. Fritts explained that the Two Rivers Community Land Trust project would include acquiring three single-family homes in Woodbury, rehabilitating and modernizing the homes for resale, reselling the homes to homebuyers earning between 60-80% of the area median income, and that homes would be entered into a trust with a 99-year period of affordability. The Private Ash Tree Removal project would include assisting income-eligible homeowners with ash tree removal. It would cover 100% of the cost for removal with no repayment required. Funds are paid directly to the contractor on behalf of the homeowner. Staff anticipates assisting approximately 50 homeowners. Mr. Fritts mentioned that there are no viable projects that have been identified for the use of HOME Partnership Funds in 2026. The funds have a narrow scope for use, there is a longer timeline to spend the funds, and staff will monitor potential future requests and uses and bring recommendations to the Council. Mr. Fritts stated implementation of the ash tree removal activity requires a substantial amendment to the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan. The amendment would add “Cleanup of Contaminated Sites” as a goal of the current Consolidated Plan. Substantial amendments must follow the same public process as the approval of an AAP. The substantial amendment will be adopted concurrently with the 2026 AAP public process. Mr. Fritts stated that staff recommends the Council to adopt a motion opening a public comment period regarding the draft 2026 Annual Action Plan and the substantial amendment to the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan on April 09, 2026, and closing on May 08, 2026. Mayor Burt invited the representative from Two Rivers Community Land Trust to share more. Executive Director of Two Rivers Community Land Trust, Jamar Smith, explained that Two Rivers Community Land Trust provides permanent affordable housing for low to moderate-income individuals, families, and households earning up to 80% area median income in the County. The goal is to provide a pathway to homeownership for people in Washington County who would not otherwise be able to afford a home in the area. He stated that they currently have 81 homes in trust, and three are in Woodbury. By the end of the year, there will be 13 more homes with funding that they have already secured, and an additional three will be in the County. Mayor Burt asked Mr. Smith where the other funding source was from. Mr. Smith replied that a large amount of the funds comes from the State and the County. Councilmember Santini asked if homeowners pay the Two Rivers trust, or if they get funds from another lender. Mr. Smith replied that the homeowners get a traditional loan. He explained that they have 11 lenders that understand the model and provide secure and conventional loans. Mr. Fritts explained that the City is an entitlement community, and the CDA is an entitlement community, so the funds that they give to Two Rivers cannot be spent in Woodbury because entitlement communities cannot overlap. He added that there are not many Two Rivers Community Land Trust homes in the City because the CDA has been a large partner in Washington County as a whole. In order for Two Rivers Community Land Trust to get a boost from the City, it must come as a CDBG. Mayor Burt asked how long the current three homes have been in the City. Mr. Fritts replied that one has been owned by the same owner for over a decade, one home was acquired in the winter, and he believed the third home was newer. Mayor Burt moved, seconded by Councilmember Morris, to close the public hearing. ## Voting in Favor: Wilson, Morris, Santini, Burt ## City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Page 6 of 8 ## Absent: Stafford Mayor Burt opened an opportunity for discussion and questions from the Council. Councilmember Santini asked if a homeowner through Two Rivers Communities Land Trust could utilize a loan through the HRA grant program. Mr. Fritts replied that they would be if they met all of the eligibility requirements. Councilmember Wilson asked if people needed to be in a specific area to qualify for the ash tree removal program. Mr. Fritts replied that people do not need to be in a specific area since it is individual people qualifying. Councilmember Santini asked what the plan was to promote the ash tree removal program. She asked if there were areas in the City where ash tree removal was not happening as often. Mr. Fritts replied that staff has discussed how to roll out and promote the project. Councilmember Wilson pointed out that the Council was not approving anything but was opening a 30-day public comment period. Councilmember Morris asked why the item was in front of the Council and not the HRA for the CDBG funding. Mr. Fritts explained that the HRA is a separate entity, and the City is the recipient of the funds. Community Development Director Janelle Schmitz added that the City is the entitlement entity. The CDBG funds have to go to the City and not the HRA. When the HRA had loans, the City would give the money to the HRA in order to do the loans. Councilmember Morris asked if the HRA could use LAHA funds for the Two Rivers Community Land Trust. Mr. Fritts replied that that would be possible. Ms. Schmitz added that under the LAHA fund, there is a category for development assistance, so it would qualify under that. Councilmember Morris mentioned that he assumed modernizing the home would include ensuring the house is code-compliant and that it would qualify for FHA loans. Mr. Smith replied that the homeowners have to secure a conventional loan, and they do not do FHA loans for the properties. He added that modernizing the house includes ensuring that it is safe and energy efficient. He explained that if there are funds left over, they work with the homeowners to modernize the house accordingly. Each house has about $60,000-$70,000 set aside for renovations. Councilmember Santini wondered if funds could be used for rental assistance. Mr. Fritts replied that he has not looked into the home rental assistance process. He mentioned that it would likely include ongoing rental assistance or emergency assistance. He mentioned he would need to look into it more. He mentioned that the Statute says that the City can give funds to agencies that administer social service programs and eviction prevention programs. Councilmember Santini moved, seconded by Councilmember Morris, to open a 30-day public comment period regarding the 2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and the substantial amendment to the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, opening on April 9, 2026, and closing on the end of the day May 8, 2026. Voting via voice: Kim Wilson – aye Donna Stafford – absent Steve Morris – aye Jennifer Santini – aye Anne Burt – aye ## Discussion No items scheduled ## City Administrator’s Report Mr. Dahl mentioned that construction on the public safety building will begin at the end of the month. City Hall will be the public-facing entity for police and fire/EMS. Questions regarding police, fire/EMS can be directed to City Hall. The public works department will handle a lot of storage and staff, and fire, and EMS will be spread out amongst other fire stations. The old County building will house most of the administrative staff. The same level of service will be maintained during construction. Mr. Dahl noted that the Eagle Valley Golf Course is open. He mentioned the Central Park art wall and noted that it was a hidden treasure. There is local art highlighted on the wall. The next Woodbury Green Talks will be on April 9 th at 6:00 p.m. at Central Park. Transportation Report (2nd meeting of the month, April-October) ## City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Page 7 of 8 Engineering Director Chris Hartzell stated the active projects in the City include the Bailey Road water tower, the water treatment pipeline project, and the Bailey Road and Fairway Drive traffic signal. He mentioned that the Bailey Road water tower project is anticipating raising the top bowl between April 30 and May 15. The final completion and commission will be in January 2027. He reviewed the water treatment plant and pipeline project. He encouraged the community to check out the water treatment plant pipeline project website to receive updates throughout the summer. He highlighted Valley Creek Road from Woodbury Drive to East Woodcrest Drive and Dancing Waters Parkway and explained that it is reduced to one lane in the westbound direction. Bailey Road is closed from Radio Drive to Salem Drive for six weeks. He stated they would not open the full closure of westbound Valley Creek Road until the Bailey Road construction is completed. He added that they anticipate only having one east/west connection closed down at a time. He stated that the Bailey Road and Fairway Drive traffic signal construction began on Monday, April 6 th, and is coordinating with the water treatment plant pipeline closures. The signal is anticipated to be operational in July. Mr. Hartzell reviewed the 2026 construction projects: ## • 2025 Roadway Rehabilitation Project – Eastview Road ## • 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project ## • Woodlane Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project • Valley Creek Road Trail Project (Colby Lake Underpass to Dancing Waters Parkway) ## • Valley Creek Road and Eagle Creek Lane Traffic Signal ## • Bailey Road and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Project • Bailey Road and Manning Avenue (TH 95) Intersection Improvement Project • Bailey Road Trail Project (Woodland Drive to La Lake Park) ## • 2026 Pavement Rejuvenator Project • Fiber to the Home Mr. Hartzell mentioned that the 2026 Roadway Rehabilitation Project is anticipated to begin in April and be completed in October. There will be a pre-construction open house meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 16 th, for residents to learn more information. The Woodlane Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project would occur from late May or early June until August or September. There will be multiple phases in the project, and staff will work with the school district. The Valley Creek Road Trail Project will be coordinated with the water treatment plant pipeline project. A new trail will be constructed and connected to the existing trail that goes through the park system. Mayor Burt pointed out that there is a lot of tree removal anticipated going east on Woodbury Drive. She asked if the tree removal was due to a utility easement or a trail. Mr. Hartzell replied that it would be due to both. He added that it is within the City’s right-of-way. He added that they would not be able to replace the trees in the area due to the water pipeline. Mr. Hartzell mentioned that one of the most dangerous intersections in the County is at Valley Creek Road and Eagle Creek Lane, which is why a traffic signal will be installed. The Bailey Road and Settlers Ridge Parkway Intersection Improvement Project is anticipated to begin in May and be completed in August. The intersection will be closed for construction. The Bailey Road and Manning Avenue Intersection Improvement Project will include a new roundabout construction on Bailey Road. There will be a temporary bypass installed during construction to keep traffic flowing. There will be a section of Bailey Road that will be closed. The Bailey Road Trail Project (Woodlane to La Lake Park) is being constructed by the County. The County is considering expanding Bailey Road going west through Newport. He mentioned that the 2026 Rejuvenator Project will make a difference in the pavement condition index score. The anticipated construction schedule for the Intrepid Fiber to Home would be from April 2026 until December 2028. He displayed a photo of the neighborhoods and when they would be served. He noted that they would begin by building a backbone. Mayor Burt mentioned that the map includes a large portion of the metro area and asked if Mr. Hartzell could provide a map of just Woodbury during the next meeting to provide additional clarity. Mr. Hartzell noted that the map is on woodburymn.gov/Fiber. Mayor Burt asked if any homes were serviced yet. Mr. Hartzell replied that they needed to build a backbone, and then they would be able to complete an entire neighborhood in a week. Individual property owners will be able to decide if they would like to connect. He agreed to bring back a clearer map to the Council. He noted that there will not be much impact on communities, but residents will notice the construction crews mobilizing around the City. Mayor Burt asked how homeowners would be communicated to. Mr. Hartzell replied that the providers would follow the City’s communication plan and would hang door hangers with information on how to contact them. He added that staff would include the information on the City’s website. The primary communication would come from the contractors. Mr. Hartzell stated the roadway and trail closure map is included on the website at woodburymn.gov/WaterTreatment. He encouraged the community to sign up for InTouch to receive updates from the City. ## Adjournment Mayor Burt moved, seconded by Councilmember Morris, to adjourn the meeting at 9:06 p.m. ## Voting in Favor: Wilson, Morris, Santini, Burt ## City Council Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Page 8 of 8 ## Absent: Stafford Respectfully submitted, _________________________________________ ## Ashleigh Sullivan, Assistant City Administrator/City Clerk Approved by the Woodbury City Council on April 22, 2026.