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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:00PM
Members of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person.
Call To Order
Pledge Of Allegiance
Roll Call
Approval Of Agenda
Proclamations And Recognitions
Consent Agenda
Approval Of CC Meeting Minutes
CC 05 -26 -2026 REG.PDF
License And Permits
LICENSE AND PERMITS.PDF
Claims
06 -09 -2026 CHECK REGISTER WITH NO CHECK NUMBER.PDF
Resolution 26 -042 - Approving An Off-Site Lawful Gambling Permit And Lease
Agreement For The Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation At
VillageFest
COVER MEMO - VILLAGEFEST GAMBLING LICENSE.PDF
LG230 VILLAGE FEST 8 -2026.PDF
RESOLUTION 26 -042.PDF
Resolution 26 -043 - Establishing The Municipal Cannabis Enterprise Fund,
Authorizing The Opening Of An Affiliated Bank Account, And Designating
Magnifi Financial As An Official Depository Of The City
COVER MEMO - DISPENSARY ENTERPRISE FUND.PDF
RESOLUTION 26 -043.PDF
Resolution 26 -044 - Authorizing Staff To Enter An Agreement With The
Metropolitan Council To Accept A Water Efficiency Grant
COVER MEMO - WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT AGREEMENT.PDF
GRANT AGREEMENT - 2026 -2028 WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT
PROGRAM.PDF
RESOLUTION 26 -044.PDF
Public Hearing
Reports From Commission And Staff
General Business Of Council
Reports From City Manager And Council Members
Community Forum
Individuals may address the City Council about any City business item not included on the
regular agenda. Speakers are requested to come to the podium, sign their name on the form at
the podium, state their name, and limit their remarks to three minutes. Generally, the City
Council will not take official action on items discussed at this time, but may typically refer the
matter to staff for a future report or direct the matter to be scheduled on an upcoming agenda.
Those unable to attend the meeting in person may submit comments via the City's PUBLIC
COMMENTS FORM .
Public Comment - 06 -09 -2026 Agenda Items
PUBLIC COMMENT - 06 -09 -2026 AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Information And Announcements
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGECITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDATuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:00PMMembers of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person.Call To OrderPledge Of AllegianceRoll CallApproval Of AgendaProclamations And RecognitionsConsent AgendaApproval Of CC Meeting MinutesCC 05 -26 -2026 REG.PDFLicense And PermitsLICENSE AND PERMITS.PDFClaims06-09 -2026 CHECK REGISTER WITH NO CHECK NUMBER.PDFResolution 26 -042 - Approving An Off-Site Lawful Gambling Permit And Lease Agreement For The Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation At VillageFest
COVER MEMO - VILLAGEFEST GAMBLING LICENSE.PDF
LG230 VILLAGE FEST 8 -2026.PDF
RESOLUTION 26 -042.PDF
Resolution 26 -043 - Establishing The Municipal Cannabis Enterprise Fund,
Authorizing The Opening Of An Affiliated Bank Account, And Designating
Magnifi Financial As An Official Depository Of The City
COVER MEMO - DISPENSARY ENTERPRISE FUND.PDF
RESOLUTION 26 -043.PDF
Resolution 26 -044 - Authorizing Staff To Enter An Agreement With The
Metropolitan Council To Accept A Water Efficiency Grant
COVER MEMO - WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT AGREEMENT.PDF
GRANT AGREEMENT - 2026 -2028 WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT
PROGRAM.PDF
RESOLUTION 26 -044.PDF
Public Hearing
Reports From Commission And Staff
General Business Of Council
Reports From City Manager And Council Members
Community Forum
Individuals may address the City Council about any City business item not included on the
regular agenda. Speakers are requested to come to the podium, sign their name on the form at
the podium, state their name, and limit their remarks to three minutes. Generally, the City
Council will not take official action on items discussed at this time, but may typically refer the
matter to staff for a future report or direct the matter to be scheduled on an upcoming agenda.
Those unable to attend the meeting in person may submit comments via the City's PUBLIC
COMMENTS FORM .
Public Comment - 06 -09 -2026 Agenda Items
PUBLIC COMMENT - 06 -09 -2026 AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Information And Announcements
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
If you would like to request special accommodations or alternative formats, please contact the City Clerk
at 612 -782 -3334 or email city@savmn.com . People who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact us by
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGECITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDATuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:00PMMembers of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person.Call To OrderPledge Of AllegianceRoll CallApproval Of AgendaProclamations And RecognitionsConsent AgendaApproval Of CC Meeting MinutesCC 05 -26 -2026 REG.PDFLicense And PermitsLICENSE AND PERMITS.PDFClaims06-09 -2026 CHECK REGISTER WITH NO CHECK NUMBER.PDFResolution 26 -042 - Approving An Off-Site Lawful Gambling Permit And Lease Agreement For The Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation At VillageFestCOVER MEMO - VILLAGEFEST GAMBLING LICENSE.PDFLG230 VILLAGE FEST 8 -2026.PDFRESOLUTION 26 -042.PDFResolution 26 -043 - Establishing The Municipal Cannabis Enterprise Fund, Authorizing The Opening Of An Affiliated Bank Account, And Designating Magnifi Financial As An Official Depository Of The CityCOVER MEMO - DISPENSARY ENTERPRISE FUND.PDFRESOLUTION 26 -043.PDFResolution 26 -044 - Authorizing Staff To Enter An Agreement With The Metropolitan Council To Accept A Water Efficiency GrantCOVER MEMO - WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT AGREEMENT.PDFGRANT AGREEMENT - 2026 -2028 WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT PROGRAM.PDFRESOLUTION 26 -044.PDFPublic HearingReports From Commission And StaffGeneral Business Of CouncilReports From City Manager And Council MembersCommunity ForumIndividuals may address the City Council about any City business item not included on the regular agenda. Speakers are requested to come to the podium, sign their name on the form at the podium, state their name, and limit their remarks to three minutes. Generally, the City Council will not take official action on items discussed at this time, but may typically refer the matter to staff for a future report or direct the matter to be scheduled on an upcoming agenda. Those unable to attend the meeting in person may submit comments via the City's PUBLIC COMMENTS FORM .Public Comment - 06 -09 -2026 Agenda ItemsPUBLIC COMMENT - 06 -09 -2026 AGENDA ITEMS.PDFInformation And AnnouncementsFuture Agenda ItemsFUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY 1
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 2
MAY 26, 2026 3
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I. CALL TO ORDER. 5
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Mayor Webster called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 7
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II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 9
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Mayor Webster invited the Council and audience to join her in the Pledge of Allegiance. 11
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III. ROLL CALL. 13
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Present: Mayor Webster, Councilmembers Lona Doolan, Nadia Elnagdy, and Jan Jenson. 15
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Absent: Councilmember Thomas Randle. 17
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Also Present: City Manager Charlie Yunker, Assistant City Manager Ashley Morello, City Planner 19
Steve Grittman, Retail Operations Manager David Anglum, Assistant Retail 20
Operations Manager Jacqara Jackson, and Assistant City Engineer Katie Koscielak. 21
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Others Present: Ramsey County Commissioner Mary Jo McGuire. 23
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CONSIDERATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE 25
FOLLOWING ITEMS. 26
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IV. APPROVAL OF MAY 26, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA. 28
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Motion by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve the City 30
Council Meeting Agenda of May 26, 2026, as presented. 31
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Motion carried 4-0. 33
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V. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS 35
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A. Commissioner McGuire Presentation 37
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Mayor Webster noted that St. Anthony is situated in both Hennepin and Ramsey County. She 39
welcomed Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire to provide updates on Ramsey County. 40
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Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire informed the Council and Staff that she attempts to 42
deliver this presentation annually to share information about what Ramsey County is doing and 43
to solicit input on what the City would like to see from Ramsey County. Ramsey County 44
Commissioner McGuire expressed her passion for representing St. Anthony and thanked the 45
Council for hosting Ramsey County’s organics recycling. She provided a presentation on 46
Ramsey County Updates. This presentation included information on her own roots in the 47
community, the diversity of the Ramsey County board, Ramsey County values, focusing on 48
delivering County-Responsible Services, the Ramsey County Environmental Center, Ramsey 49
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County Election Services, Operation Metro Surge Financial Impact, Ramsey County’s Response 1
to Operation Metro Surge, next steps following Operation Metro Surge to continue encouraging 2
resident safety, Saint Anthony Village Community and Economic Development Programs and 3
Awards, Ramsey County Legislative Priorities, Rice Creek Commons development updates, and 4
Ramsey County next steps. Following the presentation, she informed the Council that the 5
Ramsey County Manager would follow up by discussing the new Ramsey County economic 6
development focus, titled Building Stronger Together, with City Manager Yunker. She 7
highlighted components of the plan involving building a more dynamic downtown and selling 8
county-owned land to expand the tax base. She noted these are important steps, as Ramsey 9
County is the smallest county by geographic area and has little extra land to develop. Yet, it has a 10
significant amount of land available for redevelopment. She then invited the Council to ask any 11
questions they may have. 12
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Councilmember Jenson asked whether the Rice Creek Commons design was finalized or still 14
being debated. Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire stated that the design is in progress and 15
that the County is seeking the best way to develop it. She informed the Council that they plan to 16
have separate RBAs for each land parcel. She noted that they are aiming to put in the main road, 17
Rice Creek Boulevard, before sending out RFPs. Councilmember Jenson noted that the ribbon-18
cutting for the development of this land occurred about 14 years ago and expressed concern 19
about the extended timeline. Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire stated that she felt the 20
partners they have found to move the project forward now share the County’s vision and will be 21
more productive. 22
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Councilmember Jenson thanked Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire for the example of a 24
400,000-dollar grant used to build a 60 percent affordable apartment complex in St. Anthony. 25
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Mayor Webster noted that the developer had reached out to the Council and had been referred to 27
the Council for investigation of this grant due to Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire’s 28
previous presentation. Mayor Webster thanked her for providing these updates, as they can help 29
direct individuals to better information and resources. 30
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Councilmember Doolan expressed gratitude for the natural and beneficial relationship between 32
the City and the County. She specifically highlighted her excitement about hosting the 33
composting center and noted how much organic waste St. Anthony can recycle. 34
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Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire thanked all of St. Anthony for being great community 36
partners. 37
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Mayor Webster thanked Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire for her intention to reach out 39
directly to the communities she represents. She noted that it is helpful to have such a deep 40
partnership with the Counties St. Anthony belongs to. 41
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Ramsey County Commissioner McGuire reiterated her gratitude towards the Council for all of 43
their work. 44
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VI. CONSENT AGENDA. 46
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A. Approve April 28, Council Meeting Minutes. 2
B. License and Permits. 3
C. Claims. 4
D. Resolution 26-039 - Awarding A Contract For Installation Of Butterfly Valves At The 5
Water Treatment Plant 6
E. Resolution 26-040 - Approving A Joint Powers Agreement Between The City Of Saint 7
Anthony Village And The Minnesota State Agricultural Society For 2026 Minnesota 8
State Fair Law Enforcement Services 9
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Councilmember Jenson asked City Manager Yunker whether the new agreement regarding 11
policing assistance during the State Fair was similar to the old agreement, under which St. 12
Anthony participated in policing in Falcon Heights. City Manager Yunker stated that it is the 13
same thing, but the money flows directly rather than going through Falcon Heights initially. 14
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Motion by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve the Consent 16
Agenda items. 17
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Motion carried 4-0. 19
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VII. PUBLIC HEARING - NONE. 21
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VIII. REPORTS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF – NONE. 23
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IX. GENERAL BUSINESS OF COUNCIL. 25
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A. Marketplace Renovation Update 27
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Mayor Webster welcomed Retail Operations Manager Anglum and Assistant Retail Operations 29
Manager Jackson to provide an update on the Marketplace renovations. She also expressed her 30
excitement about meeting these new members of Staff for the first time. 31
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Retail Operations Manager Anglum and Assistant Retail Operations Manager Jackson presented 33
on the Marketplace Renovation Updates. This included information on the two existing liquor 34
stores and the new cannabis dispensary, value statements, background on both new hires and 35
their goals for the community, reasons behind the decision to renovate and rebrand, renovation 36
updates specific to the Village Marketplace liquor store, renovation updates specific to the 37
Village Marketplace dispensary, updates to show possibilities for community engagement 38
events, the projected timeline and grand opening dates, and online resources. Retail Operations 39
Manager Anglum invited the Council to ask any additional questions. 40
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Councilmember Jenson noted that a cannabis license has not been acquired. He then asked 42
whether the City had yet identified a supplier to receive the product. Assistant Retail Operations 43
Manager Jackson stated that she is establishing relationships with potential vendors and retailers 44
as the market develops. She expressed that she is aiming to use existing resources to reach out to 45
smaller operations near the City to supply them with product. She ensured that there would be 46
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additional options as the market progresses, but recognizes that there are currently limited 1
options. Councilmember Jenson commented that it seems the cannabis retail will be fully 2
operational upon receiving their license. Assistant Retail Operations Manager Jackson confirmed 3
this but noted that finishing construction, submitting final plans for approval, and conducting site 4
inspections must also come first. 5
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Councilmember Jenson expressed gratitude for their self-descriptions and goals for the 7
community, without forgetting the legacy they are stepping into. He also thanked the Staff who 8
hired Retail Operations Manager Anglum and Assistant Retail Operations Manager Jackson, as 9
he felt they were great choices. 10
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Councilmember Doolan reiterated that Retail Operations Manager Anglum and Assistant Retail 12
Operations Manager Jackson are good choices for their roles and bring the skills St. Anthony 13
needs. 14
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Councilmember Doolan asked if the only holdup on the license was the location inspection. 16
Assistant Retail Operations Manager Jackson confirmed this and expressed that there are 17
significant compliance restrictions on cannabis retail operations, including security, SOPs, ID-18
checking processes, and more. She stated that, despite this, she is fully confident that they will be 19
inspection-ready and able to obtain the necessary licensure. 20
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Councilmember Elnagdy noted that she had concerns about licensure, but that they had been 22
addressed in prior questioning. She expressed deep excitement about these updates and the 23
expansion into cannabis retail and specifically noted her appreciation for the new logos. 24
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Retail Operations Manager Anglum commented that throughout this process, they have been 26
mindful of both business and community needs. Both he and Assistant Retail Operations 27
Manager Jackson noted that they are doing everything in their power to meet the licensure 28
requirements and pass the first time. 29
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Mayor Webster expressed her excitement for this presentation. She noted how well the team 31
translated the branding and goals into the presentation. She particularly appreciated the store 32
blueprints and is excited to see them come to life. Mayor Webster stated that the goals of a 33
municipal liquor store are to ensure a quality product, ensure that no minors are served, and 34
ensure that any excess revenue may be returned to the City. She noted that this can now all be 35
true for cannabis sales as well. Mayor Webster cited the amazing customer service currently in 36
municipal liquor stores and is glad to see it continue in both the liquor store and the dispensary. 37
She commented on how great an opportunity this is for education to make residents less afraid of 38
cannabis and even learn about its benefits. Finally, she thanked Retail Operations Manager 39
Anglum and Assistant Retail Operations Manager Jackson for agreeing to work in St. Anthony 40
and for their updates. 41
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B. Resolution 26-041 - Accepting A Bid And Awarding A Contract For The 2026 City-Wide 43
Water Meter Replacement Project 44
Mayor Webster thanked Assistant City Engineer Koscielak for attending and welcomed her to 45
the podium to present information on a bid for the City-Wide Water Meter Replacement Project. 46
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Assistant City Engineer Koscielak informed the Council and Staff that this presentation would 2
provide details on the project, its status on the timeline, and plans. The presentation included an 3
overview of the Water Meter Replacement Project and Bids Received, which showed one bid of 4
$1,259,708, the three-year timeline for the Water Meter Replacement Project, next steps if a 5
contract is awarded, requirements the contractor must meet before being allowed entrance into a 6
resident’s home, and public communication plans. She finished by inviting questions from the 7
Council. 8
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Mayor Webster expressed appreciation for how this Water Meter Replacement addresses 10
cybersecurity concerns. 11
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Councilmember Jenson asked how long the replacements will take. Assistant City Engineer 13
Koscielak stated that the plan to update one-third of the City each year was adopted for 14
budgetary reasons. She informed him that each replacement takes around half an hour to one 15
hour. 16
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Councilmember Elnagdy asked where the water meter in her home would likely be located. 18
Assistant City Engineer Koscielak stated that it is typically in a “utility” room, and, despite 19
idiosyncrasies between houses, it is usually in the area where your spigot is located. She also 20
commented that the individual completing the replacement will have done so before and will be 21
informed of your meter's location. 22
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Councilmember Elnagdy asked for clarification on what Assistant City Engineer Koscielak 24
meant by saying the original meter’s customer portal is set to expire. Assistant City Engineer 25
Koscielak stated that the City currently has a contract with the original company to support their 26
portal. This will change, as Core & Main will be facilitating the website upon commencement of 27
the replacement. 28
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Councilmember Jenson asked whether the customer portal included the ability to communicate 30
the water meter reading to the home office. Assistant City Engineer Koscielak stated that the 31
communication from the water meter is due to the radio, which will also be replaced. The 32
customer portal is where residents can log in to view their bills and usage. 33
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Councilmember Doolan asked if there were plumbing changes. Assistant City Engineer 35
Koscielak clarified that there are no significant plumbing changes and that the items are to be 36
retrofitted into the existing plumbing. 37
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Councilmember Doolan noted that the City is retaining the same frequency software. She 39
assumed that by changing the monitoring and the radio, no new risks would be introduced to data 40
transmission and security. Assistant City Engineer Koscielak confirmed there are no additional 41
risks and that they operate on a licensed frequency that no outside sources can access. 42
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Mayor Webster directed the Council to the provided Bid Tabulation Summary. She noted that 44
this indicates Cord & Main’s total bid and the engineer’s opinion of cost. 45
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Motion by Councilmember Elnagdy, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve Resolution 1
26-041 - Accepting A Bid And Awarding A Contract For The 2026 City-Wide Water Meter 2
Replacement Project. 3
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Motion carried 4-0 5
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X. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCIL MEMBERS. 7
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City Manager Yunker had no report. 9
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Assistant City Manager Morello had no report. 11
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Councilmember Elnagdy reported that on May 15, she participated in the St. Anthony Village 13
Middle School Career Day. 14
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Councilmember Jenson reported that on April 14, he attended the Ramsey County Local League 16
of Governments Climate Action Working Committee Meeting. 17
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Councilmember Doolan reported that on May 12, she ran an MWMA Board Meeting to approve 19
software to update source points and flow rates to determine where developments are impacting 20
pollution flow, as well as to approve software to collect past projects and monitoring data to 21
show that flood risks and pollution data are attributable. They also discussed the development of 22
the amphitheater in Upper Harbor. She also attended the Ramsey County Law Enforcement 23
Memorial Service on May 14. Additionally, she is consulting with students on pollinator gardens 24
and worm decompositions. On May 21, she attended the Met Council Land Use Advisory 25
Commission. 26
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Mayor Webster reported that on May 15, she participated in the St. Anthony Village Middle 28
School Career Day. She also attended the Nine North Board Meeting on May 21. 29
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XI. COMMUNITY FORUM. 31
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Carl Neumann, a resident, yielded his time to Dr. Bibi Neumann. Dr. Bibi Neumann, also a 33
resident, noted that the items she will discuss reflect a broader shift in how municipal governance 34
is increasingly structured, operationalized, and integrated into everyday life. She noted how the 35
Ramsey County presentation repeatedly mentioned structural improvement, expanded service 36
delivery systems, and responsibilities shaped by state and federal mandates. She stated this is 37
important because residents deserve greater clarity as governance becomes more data-driven, 38
particularly when it involves entering private domiciles, handling personal data, and affecting 39
daily life. She related this to Resolution 26-041, which requires private contractors to coordinate 40
directly with residents to enter all homes and replace their water meters. She clarified that she 41
does not take issue with infrastructure maintenance; rather, whether residents will receive clear 42
written guidance on contractor procedure, requirements, scheduling flexibility, data collection 43
and retention, customer portal privacy, and accommodations for residents with concerns. She 44
encouraged the City to provide clear, resident-facing policy information before proceeding with 45
this resolution, so that residents understand both the scope and the limits of the program. She 46
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also wished to address the Marketplace Renovation Updates. She questioned to what degree it 1
was appropriate for municipal government to actively brand, market, promote, and socially 2
organize around cannabis sale and consumption spaces. She asked whether this would be a step 3
towards blurring the line between regulation and contributing to the direction of public 4
preferences. She asked the Council to clarify whether every operational authorization and 5
regulatory framework necessary for the full cannabis operation had already been formally 6
approved, what measurable public benefit analysis was conducted before substantial branding, 7
staffing, and renovation expenditures were incurred, and how these spaces centered around 8
consumption will be inclusive for those who choose not to partake for religious, cultural, 9
recovery, health, or personal reasons. She noted that St. Anthony is diverse, home to Muslim 10
residents and other families who may not share religious beliefs, and that community investment 11
should be carefully considered when it may benefit only certain lifestyles. She finished by noting 12
that Resolution 26-040 reflects a pattern of increasingly interconnected regional operational 13
systems. She expressed concern that as these governmental systems become more interconnected 14
and expansive, transparency, oversight, and public clarity must expand proportionally, which is 15
not seen in St. Anthony. She is concerned that the Council is privy to information residents are 16
not, and that publishing materials online is not enough, as residents may not be able to 17
understand or access them. 18
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XII. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS. 20
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A. Future Agenda Items. 22
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The next Regular Council Meeting will be held on June 9, 2026. 24
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Councilmember Doolan stated that Sunday, May 31, from 1-4 p.m. is the celebration of life for 26
Jerry Faust. 27
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XIII. ADJOURNMENT. 29
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Motion by Councilmember Jenson, seconded by Councilmember Doolan, to adjourn the meeting. 31
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Motion carried 4-0. 33
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The Regular Meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 8:18 p.m. 35
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Respectfully submitted, 38
Samina Crabtree 39
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 40
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Mayor 44
ATTEST: 45
City Clerk 46
LICENSE AND PERMITS FOR APPROVAL
DATE:June 9, 2026 APPROVED:
TO:Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM:License Clerk
GENERAL CONTRACTOR LICENSES:
Ambro Premium Brand Installations LLC, Farmington, MN
Leroy Signs, Inc., Brooklyn Park, MN
Northland Fence, Ramsey, MN
Oasis Landscapes LLC, New Brighton, MN
Spearhead Sewer and Drain, Maple Grove, MN
MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR LICENSES:
Comfort Solutions Heating & Cooling, Osseo, MN
Hurlburt Heating Cooling & Plumbing, Burnsville, MN
COMERCIAL RENTAL LICENSES:
Applicant:St. Athony Leased Housing Assn I LLC (The Landings Apartments)
Location:2551 38th Ave. NE
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSES (NEW):
Applicant:Little Fish LLC
Location:4002 Foss Rd. NE Unit 102
RESIDENTIAL RENTAL LICENSES (RENEWALS):
Applicant:Allen Kluz
Location:2516/2518 37th Ave NE
Applicant:Allen Kluz
Location:2600/2602 37th Ave NE
Applicant:Hung Viet Quan
Location:3132 Silver Lake Rd. NE
Applicant:James Brown
Location:3638 Belden Dr. NE
Applicant:Jeff Krull
Location:3724 Chandler dr. NE
Applicant:Jordan Whitney
Location:4012 Foss Rd. Apt #205
Applicant:3108 LLC
Location:3108 31th Ave NE
Applicant:Scott & Sarah Formiller
Location:3112 Wilson St. NE
TEMPORARY LIQUOR LICENSE
Applicant: St. Anthony VillageFest (Sabrina Horak)
Location: 3301 Silver Lake Rd
City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 1
Check Issue Dates: 5/22/2026 - 6/9/2026 Jun 04, 2026 07:03AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Issue Date Amount
13649 PERRY HANSEN 05/22/2026 599.87
2048 4815 EXCELSIOR LLC 06/09/2026 442.00
10011 ABLE HOSE & RUBBER LLC 06/09/2026 7.81
13001 ACROSS THE STREET PRODUCTIONS 06/09/2026 1,155.00
1100 ARTISIAN BEER COMPANY 06/09/2026 6,133.64
12180 ARVIG CONSTRUCTION 06/09/2026 352.50
10115 ASPEN MILLS 06/09/2026 2,397.98
13414 ASSA ABLOY ENTRANCE SYSTEMS US INC. 06/09/2026 719.72
1013 BELLBOY CORPORATION 06/09/2026 3,263.89
1014 BELLBOY CORPORATION 06/09/2026 195.90
12882 BLAINE CUSTOM APPAREL & AWARDS 06/09/2026 375.00
10175 BLAINE LOCK & SAFE INC. 06/09/2026 12.50
1018 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MINNESOTA BEER LLC 06/09/2026 27,214.69
1011 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WINE & SPIRITS LL 06/09/2026 1,201.76
1009 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WINE & SPIRITS LL 06/09/2026 742.90
2014 BROKEN CLOCK BREWING 06/09/2026 177.00
1017 CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES 06/09/2026 13,799.74
12139 CEMSTONE PRODUCTS COMPANY INC 06/09/2026 1,195.50
12596 CINTAS CORPORATION 06/09/2026 1,462.31
1010 CLEAR RIVER BEVERAGE COMPANY 06/09/2026 1,010.00
10332 COMPTON'S COMMERCIAL CLNG. INC 06/09/2026 4,079.00
12561 CORE & MAIN LP 06/09/2026 265.30
1042 CRYSTAL SPRINGS ICE 06/09/2026 234.96
10373 DAILEY DATA & ASSOCIATES 06/09/2026 300.00
13650 DENNIS KRAMARCZUK 06/09/2026 90.09
12606 DVS RENEWAL 06/09/2026 15.25
10468 ELECTRO WATCHMAN INC 06/09/2026 37.98
10526 FLEETPRIDE 06/09/2026 16.58
1110 GENERAL INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO 06/09/2026 126.00
10571 GOLIATH HYDRO-VAC, INC. 06/09/2026 15,595.00
10573 GOODIN COMPANY 06/09/2026 641.85
10585 GRAINGER 06/09/2026 98.95
13264 GRITTMAN CONSULTING LLC 06/09/2026 6,250.00
13192 GV HEATING 06/09/2026 20.00
10624 HAWKINS INC 06/09/2026 7,372.69
1019 HOHENSTEIN'S INC 06/09/2026 6,143.60
13445 INTERSTATE BATTERY SYSTEM OF MINNEAPOLI 06/09/2026 157.95
13651 J & K CUSTOM DESIGNS LLC 06/09/2026 25.00
1068 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR CO. 06/09/2026 1,499.84
1004 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 06/09/2026 2,955.64
1005 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 06/09/2026 10,864.89
1006 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 06/09/2026 6,674.97
1044 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 06/09/2026 5,361.65
12818 KIESLER POLICE SUPPLY 06/09/2026 858.00
10797 KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS 06/09/2026 125.00
10833 LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INSURANCE TRUST WC 06/09/2026 58,362.00
12894 LEAST SERVICE COUNSELING LLC 06/09/2026 490.00
2045 LIBATION PROJECT 06/09/2026 235.96
10861 LOFFLER COMPANIES - 131511 06/09/2026 188.67
11985 MANSFIELD OIL COMPANY 06/09/2026 8,582.68
13255 MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC 06/09/2026 345.60
1125 MAVERICK (NEGOCE) 06/09/2026 557.96
10916 MENARDS LUMBER 06/09/2026 6.99
City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 2
Check Issue Dates: 5/22/2026 - 6/9/2026 Jun 04, 2026 07:03AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Issue Date Amount
13450 MES SERVICE COMPANY, LLC 06/09/2026 23,500.00
13241 METRO INET 06/09/2026 27,862.00
10937 MIDC ENTERPRISES 06/09/2026 147.95
12940 MINNEHAHA BLDG MAINTENANCE 06/09/2026 76.95
13400 MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 06/09/2026 23.00
11032 MINNESOTA DEPT OF HEALTH 06/09/2026 9,010.00
2006 MODIST BREWING COMPANY 06/09/2026 847.00
1051 NEW FRANCE WINE COMPANY 06/09/2026 293.00
13394 NORTH VALLEY INC 06/09/2026 62,361.97
13210 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC 06/09/2026 64.42
11185 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES INC. 06/09/2026 539.00
1012 PAUSTIS & SONS 06/09/2026 2,465.00
1001 PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 06/09/2026 2,267.10
1002 PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 06/09/2026 2,987.02
11227 PLUNKETT'S 06/09/2026 394.50
11234 POND & LIGHTING DESIGNS, INC. 06/09/2026 308.00
12747 PRECISE MRM LLC 06/09/2026 69.00
2019 PRYES BREWING COMPANY 06/09/2026 400.50
1062 RED BULL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY 06/09/2026 78.11
2047 RUE 38 LLC 06/09/2026 268.00
2018 SMALL LOT WINES 06/09/2026 297.96
1024 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 06/09/2026 3,003.49
1008 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 06/09/2026 1,633.06
1026 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 06/09/2026 8,268.94
1036 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 06/09/2026 467.84
11457 ST ANTHONY VILLAGE CENTER LLC 06/09/2026 3,408.52
11464 ST. ANTHONY KIWANIS 06/09/2026 160.00
2001 STEEL TOE BREWING 06/09/2026 474.00
11994 STERICYCLE INC 06/09/2026 68.69
13178 STEVEN P CARLSON, ATTORNEY AT LAW PLLC 06/09/2026 5,000.00
11502 STREICHERS 06/09/2026 2,218.00
11566 TIMESAVERS OFF SITE SECRETARIAL 06/09/2026 575.50
11585 TRACE ANALYTICS, INC. 06/09/2026 446.97
11586 TRACY PRINTING 06/09/2026 784.02
1098 TRADITION WINE & SPIRITS 06/09/2026 166.00
11595 TRI STATE BOBCAT, INC. 06/09/2026 121.99
12194 TROJAN TECHNOLOGIES CORP. 06/09/2026 10,898.37
13046 TWIN CONSTRUCTION LLC 06/09/2026 400.00
13652 USCRF SILVER LAKE OWNER 06/09/2026 5,268.80
11674 VERIZON WIRELESS 06/09/2026 1,978.64
11682 VIKING INDUSTRIAL CENTER 06/09/2026 376.48
1025 VINOCOPIA 06/09/2026 1,079.42
11933 WIMACTEL INC 06/09/2026 75.00
1034 WINE COMPANY THE 06/09/2026 1,244.00
1038 WINE MERCHANTS INC 06/09/2026 3,135.98
11738 WSB & ASSOCIATES INC. 06/09/2026 19,837.75
11740 XCEL ENERGY 06/09/2026 20,622.23
Grand Totals:427,013.93
MEMORANDUM
To:Saint Anthony Village City Council
From:Charlie Yunker, City Manager
Date:June 9, 2026
Request: Resolution 26-042 – Approving an Off-Site Lawful Gambling Permit and Lease
Agreement for the Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation at
VillageFest
BACKGROUND
The Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation has submitted an application for an Off-Site
Gambling Premises Permit to conduct lawful gambling activities during VillageFest on August 1, 2026.
The organization currently holds a Minnesota lawful gambling license (#95036).
Because the proposed gambling activities will take place on City-owned property located at 3503 Silver
Lake Road NE, the Minnesota Gambling Control Board requires both local government approval of the
permit application and a lease agreement between the City and the organization.
The Lions Club has been a longtime partner in VillageFest, and these activities have been conducted as
part of the event in previous years. Staff has reviewed the application and lease agreement and finds
them to be consistent with applicable requirements.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the attached resolution authorizing the permit application and lease
agreement.
ATTACHMENTS
Off-Site Gambling Premises Permit Application
Resolution 26-042
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
RESOLUTION 26-042
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN OFF-SITE LAWFUL GAMBLING PERMIT AND
LEASE AGREEMENT FOR THE NORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS LIONS COMMUNITY
FOUNDATION AT VILLAGEFEST
WHEREAS, the Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation holds a Minnesota
lawful gambling license (#95036), and Minnesota law permits licensed lawful
gambling organizations to conduct off-site gambling events with the approval of
the local governing body; and
WHEREAS, the Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation has submitted an
application for an Off-Site Gambling Premises Permit to conduct lawful gambling
on August 1, 2026 at VillageFest, located at 3503 Silver Lake Road NE; and
WHEREAS, the proposed gambling activities will be conducted on City-owned property,
requiring a lease agreement between the City of Saint Anthony Village and the
Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation; and
WHEREAS, City staff has reviewed the request and finds it to be consistent with applicable
local regulations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Saint
Anthony Village, Minnesota, approves the Off-Site Gambling Premises Permit application and
Lease Agreement submitted by Northeast Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation to conduct
lawful gambling on August 1, 2026 at 3503 Silver Lake Road NE and authorizes the City Clerk
to execute the application and provide a copy of this resolution to the Minnesota Gambling
Control Board as required.
Approved this 9th day of June, 2026.
_________________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:___________________________
Nicole DeDeyn, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _________________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
MEMORANDUM
To:Saint Anthony Village City Council
From:Deborah Maloney, Finance Director
Date:June 9, 2026
Request: Resolution 26-043 – Establishing the Municipal Cannabis Enterprise Fund,
Authorizing the Opening of an Affiliated Bank Account, and Designating Magnifi
Financial as an Official Depository of the City
BACKGROUND
This memo requests City Council approval of a resolution to establish a new Municipal Cannabis
Enterprise Fund. It also authorizes the Finance Director to open an affiliated bank account and designate
Magnifi Financial as an official depository for these funds.
Following the City's decision to pursue municipal cannabis operations, sound financial management
requires strict isolation of these funds from the General Fund.
Accounting Compliance
Establishing a dedicated enterprise fund ensures the operation runs like a self-supporting business. It
tracks all specific revenues and expenses transparently.
Banking Operations
Due to unique regulatory complexities surrounding cannabis revenues, a dedicated banking partner is
required. Magnifi Financial meets the compliance needs of the City for these public deposits.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council approve the attached resolution to ensure immediate legal
compliance and operational readiness for the City's cannabis enterprise.
ATTACHMENTS
Resolution 26-043
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
RESOLUTION 26-043
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE MUNICIPAL CANNABIS ENTERPRISE
FUND, AUTHORIZING THE OPENING OF AN AFFILIATED BANK ACCOUNT, AND
DESIGNATING MAGNIFI FINANCIAL AS AN OFFICIAL DEPOSITORY OF THE
CITY
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Saint Anthony Village has determined it is in the
best interest of the municipality to establish a dedicated fund to track and manage
the financial operations of municipal cannabis activities; and
WHEREAS, a separate enterprise fund ensures proper accounting, transparency, and
compliance with all applicable municipal, state, and federal regulations; and
WHEREAS,to facilitate the financial transactions and day-to-day operations of this new fund,
it is necessary to establish an affiliated bank account and designate an official
public depository.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Saint
Anthony Village, Minnesota, approves:
1.ESTABLISHMENT OF ENTERPRISE FUND
There is hereby established in the official records of the City a separate and distinct
enterprise fund to be designated and known as the "Municipal Cannabis Enterprise Fund"
(Fund No. 707).
2.PURPOSE OF THE FUND
The Municipal Cannabis Enterprise Fund shall be used exclusively for the deposit of
revenues, the payment of operational and capital expenses, and the accumulation of
reserves directly related to the City's municipal cannabis operations.
3.AUTHORIZATION OF BANK ACCOUNT
The Finance Director of the City is hereby authorized and directed to open, maintain, and
close one or more banking or investment account(s) on behalf of the City with Magnifi
Financial.
4. DESIGNATION OF OFFICIAL DEPOSITORY
Magnifi Financial is hereby designated as an official depository of the City of Saint
Anthony Village for the deposit of public funds belonging to the Municipal Cannabis
Enterprise Fund.
5.AUTHORIZED SIGNERS AND SIGNING AUTHORITY
The Finance Director, the City Manager, and the Mayor, are designated as authorized
signers. They are fully empowered to execute signature cards, deposit agreements, and
other necessary documents required by Magnifi Financial to establish, manage, and
operate the account.
Approved this 9th day of June, 2026.
_________________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:___________________________
Nicole DeDeyn, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _________________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
MEMORANDUM
To:Saint Anthony Village City Council
From:Minette Saulog, Sustainability Coordinator
Date:June 9, 2026
Request: Resolution 26-044 – Authorizing Staff to Enter an Agreement with the
Metropolitan Council to Accept a Water Efficiency Grant
BACKGROUND
In April 2026, City staff applied for the 2026-2028 Water Efficiency Grant Program through the
Metropolitan Council. The City was notified that it is being awarded $34,000 to participate in this
program between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2028.
The Water Efficiency Grant Program helps fund activities that reduce existing water use at different
types of properties. Municipalities design and operate their own public-facing rebate or grant programs,
which are funded by the Met Council with pass-through funds from the Clean Water Land & Legacy
Amendment. Municipal projects are also eligible in this upcoming grant period.
The Met Council will provide 80% of the program cost; the municipality must provide the remaining 20%
of the program cost. Participating communities will be required to submit quarterly reimbursement
requests and provide actual or estimated water savings achieved through this program for Clean Water,
Land & Legacy Amendment reporting.
This opportunity relates to the Climate Plan Water initiative to reduce overall water consumption,
provide education on water saving practices, and promote modern upgrades and fixture repairs for
more efficient water usage.
PROGRAM DESIGN
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible activities include the replacement of older model toilets, showerheads, washing machines,
dishwashers, or faucets/faucet accessories with newer efficient models certified US EPA WaterSense or
Energy Smart.
Additional criteria include:
Purchase and replacement of devices must take place between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2028.
Rebate is for the cost of the device only and excludes sales tax and installation/labor costs.
New construction and new developments are not eligible for this program.
Device must replace an already-existing water fixture (i.e. not a brand-new connection for an
additional toilet, sink, etc).
The rebate will be issued as a check from the City to the resident in approximately 4 weeks.
Must be an existing City of Saint Anthony Village water customer with a non-delinquent
account.
General rebates are limited to a maximum of $500 per household.
Property must be located in the City of Saint Anthony Village.
The device must be installed; the City reserves the right to request additional information or
inspect an installed device as necessary.
Municipal Projects – 20% city match required
Up to $14,000 will be allocated towards indoor water fixture replacements throughout the city facilities.
An inventory of fixtures is being prioritized in order of age of device, current condition and use, and
potential water savings. The Public Works Department will support replacement and installation efforts
as capacity allows over the two-year grant period. If the municipal projects do not reach $14,000, any
remaining funds will be redirected to the Residential Rebate Program.
Residential Rebate Program – 20% city match required
$10,000 will be allocated towards a residential rebate program. The Water Efficiency Grant Program is
available to any residential property owner who is a customer of the City of Saint Anthony Village
municipal water system.
Coverage amounts will be as follows:
50% of the pre-tax cost of a WaterSense-labeled toilet, up to a maximum of $150 per toilet,
limited to 2 per household.
50% of the pre-tax cost of WaterSense-labeled faucet replacements and/or accessory(ies), up to
a maximum of $100 combined.
50% of the pre-tax cost of a WaterSense-labeled showerhead, up to a maximum of $50 per
showerhead, limited to 2 per household.
Flat rate rebate of $200 for an Energy Star-labeled washing machine.
Flat rate rebate of $200 for an Energy Star-labeled residential dishwasher.
A household may apply for any combination of the listed rebates (within household item limits),
not to exceed a total of $500.
Low-Income Assistance Program – no city match required
$10,000 will be allocated towards a low-income assistance program that is 100% funded by Met Council
dollars. A resident or household who meets a certain income threshold is eligible to receive full cost
coverage for the replacement of one indoor water-using device with a WaterSense of Energy Star
alternative. Eligibility is verified by proof of enrollment in SNAP benefits, or a Ramsey or Hennepin
County Assistance Program.
Coverage amounts will be as follows:
100% coverage for the replacement of ONE indoor device selected from the list below, up to a
maximum of:
o $550 for a WaterSense-labeled toilet.
o $1,200 for an Energy Star-labeled washing machine.
o $1,200 for an Energy Star-labeled residential dishwasher.
o $100 for a WaterSense-labeled showerhead.
o $100 for a WaterSense-labeled faucet replacement or accessory.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Council approval of the grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council, enabling the
City to participate in the Water Efficiency Grant Program beginning July 1.
ATTACHMENTS
Grant Agreement
Resolution 26-044
City of Saint Anthony Village METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
CLEAN WATER FUND GRANT AGREEMENT
Recipient: City of Saint Anthony Village
Grant No: SG-26E-03-30
Met Council Action: 2026-95 SW
Maximum Grant Amount: $ 34000
Recipient Match (20% of total program excluding low-income option): $ 6000
Recipient’s Authorized Representative:
Name: Charlie Yunker
Mailing Address: 3301 Silver Lake Rd NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418
Phone: 612-782-3315
Email Address: Charlie.yunker@savmn.com
This Clean Water Fund Grant Agreement (“Grant Agreement”) is entered into between the Metropolitan
Council, a public corporation and political subdivision of the State of Minnesota (“Met Council”) and the
Recipient named above.
RECITALS
1. Minnesota Session Laws 2025, Chapter 36, Article 2, Section 8(b), appropriated to the Met Council
$1,400,000 in funds from the Legacy Amendment's Clean Water Fund ("Clean Water Fund") for State
fiscal years 2026 and 2027, for water demand reduction grants to assist municipalities in the
metropolitan area with implementing water demand reduction measures to ensure the reliability and
protection of drinking water supplies.
2. The Met Council is authorized by Minnesota Statutes sections 473.129, subdivision 4 to apply for and
use grants from the State for any Metropolitan Council purpose and may dispose of the money in
accordance with the terms of the appropriation.
3. The Recipient is authorized to receive grants from the Clean Water Fund for a water demand reduction
program to implement measures to reduce water demand to ensure the reliability and protection of
drinking water supplies.
4. On May 13, 2026, the Met Council authorized the granting $1,399,000 of the appropriation to the
Recipients participating in the grant program.
5. The Recipient is authorized to receive grants from the Clean Water Fund for a water demand reduction
program to implement measures to reduce water demand to ensure the reliability and protection of
drinking water supplies.
6. The Recipient represents that it is duly qualified and agrees to perform all services described in this
Grant Agreement to the reasonable satisfaction of the Met Council.
GRANT AGREEMENT
1. Term of Grant Agreement.
1.1. Effective Date. The Effective Date of this Grant Agreement is the date this agreement is fully
executed, provided the Grant Agreement is fully executed on or after July 1, 2026. If the Grant
Agreement is fully executed prior to July 1, 2026, the effective date shall be July 1, 2026.
1.2. Grant Activity Period. The Grant Activity Period runs from the Effective Date through the
Expiration Date.
1.3. Expiration Date. The Expiration Date is the earlier of Recipient’s satisfactory fulfillment of
obligations or June 30, 2028.
1.4. Survival of Terms. The following clauses survive the expiration, termination or cancellation of
this Grant Agreement:
• 9. Liability and Insurance;
• 10. Audits;
• 11. Government Data Practices;
• 13. Data Availability;
• 14. Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Venue;
• 16. Data Disclosure; and
• 18.7 Future Eligibility.
2. Duties, Representations and Warranties of Recipient and Use of Grant Funds.
2.1. The Recipient will conduct, administer and complete in a satisfactory manner and in accordance
with the terms of this Grant Agreement the program (“Recipient Program”) which is described in
Recipient's application to the Met Council for assistance under the Met Council's Clean Water Fund
grant program. The Recipient’s application is incorporated into this Grant Agreement as Exhibit A.
Recipient will perform the Recipient Program in accordance with the timeline in Exhibit B of this Grant
Agreement and to undertake the financial responsibilities described in Exhibit B which is incorporated
into this Grant Agreement. The Recipient must complete the Recipient Program as described in Exhibits
A and B. The Met Council makes no representation or warranties with respect to the success and
effectiveness of the Recipient Program. The Met Council acknowledges that Recipient Program work
may be limited to soliciting participation by its residents and businesses in the Recipient Program and
requires additional work by the Recipient only to the extent that residents and businesses choose to
participate in the Recipient Program, as described in Exhibit B.
The Grant Funds must be entirely passed through and can only be used for authorized rebates or grants
for qualifying activities.
2.2. Recipient Representations and Warranties. The Recipient represents and warrants to Met
Council, as follows:
A. It has the legal authority to enter into this Grant Agreement and to conduct and administer
the Recipient Program and use the Grant Funds for the purpose or purposes described in this Agreement.
B. It has taken all actions necessary for its execution of the Agreement and has provided to
Met Council a copy of the resolution by its governing body authorizing Recipient to enter into this
Agreement, if required. If a resolution is not required by the Recipient, Recipient shall provide the Met
Council documents acceptable to the Council indicating that the appropriate person(s) has authority to
enter into this agreement on behalf of the Recipient, such as a city policy or city ordinance.
C. It has the legal authority to undertake the Recipient Program, including the Recipient’s
financial responsibilities in Exhibit B.
D. Only its Authorized Representative may provide certifications required in this Grant
Agreement and submit pay claims for reimbursement of Recipient Program costs.
E. It will comply with all the terms of this Grant Agreement.
F. It will comply with all requirements of Clean Water Funding legislation and
appropriations, except for requirements that this Grant Agreement explicitly states will be handled by
the Met Council.
G. It has made no material false statement or misstatement of fact in connection with the
Grant Funds, and all of the information it has submitted or will submit to the Met Council relating to the
Grant Funds or the disbursement of any of the Grant Funds is and will be true and correct. It agrees that
all representations contained in its application for the Clean Water Fund Grant are material
representations of fact upon which the Met Council relied in awarding this Grant and are incorporated
into this Agreement by reference.
H. It is not in violation of any provisions of its charter or of the laws of the State of
Minnesota, and there are no material actions, suits, or proceedings pending, or to its knowledge
threatened, before any judicial body or governmental authority against or affecting it and is not in
default with respect to any order, writ, injunction, decree, or demand of any court or any governmental
authority which would impair its ability to enter into this Grant Agreement, or to perform any of the acts
required of it in the Agreement.
I. Compliance with the requirements of this Grant Agreement is not prevented by, is a
breach of, or will result in a breach of, any term, condition, or provision of any agreement to which it is
bound.
J. The Recipient Program will not violate any applicable zoning or use statute, ordinance,
building code, rule or regulation, or any covenant or agreement of record relating thereto.
K. The Recipient Program will be conducted in full compliance with all applicable laws,
statutes, rules, ordinances, and regulations issued by any federal, state, or political subdivisions having
jurisdiction over the Recipient Program.
L. It will comply with the financial responsibility requirements contained in Exhibit B.
M. It will furnish satisfactory evidence regarding these representations if requested by the
Met Council.
3. Time.
Recipient must comply with all time requirements described in this Grant Agreement. In the
performance of this Grant Agreement, time is of the essence.
4. Eligible Costs.
Eligible costs are those costs incurred by parties within the jurisdiction of the Recipient for 80%
of rebate or grant payments as defined in Exhibit B (and not including low-income cost assistance grant
activities). The Met Council will not reimburse Recipient for non-eligible costs. Any cost not defined
as an eligible cost or not included in the Recipient Program or approved in writing by the Met Council is
a non-eligible cost.
5. Consideration and Payment.
5.1 Consideration. The Met Council will reimburse the Recipient for eligible costs performed by the
Recipient during the Grant Activity Period up to the Maximum Grant Amount as specified in this
agreement. The Met Council bears no responsibility for any cost overruns that may be incurred by the
Recipient or any sub-recipients. The Recipient may be eligible to receive additional grant amounts or an
adjustment of the Maximum Grant Amount in accordance with the procedure in the Grant Amendment
Form attached and incorporated as Exhibit C. A fully executed Exhibit C will amend this Grant by the
amount in Exhibit C.
5.2. Advance. The Met Council will make no advance of the Grant Amount to Recipient.
5.3. Payment. To receive payment, the Recipient must submit a Reimbursement Request on forms
provided by the Met Council, including electronically scanned receipts to verify the cost of eligible
devices reported for each reporting period. Reimbursement Request must be submitted quarterly, even if
there are no eligible costs to report. The Recipient must describe its compliance with its the financial
requirements, work completed including specific addresses where work was done, and provide sufficient
documentation of grant eligible expenditures and any other information the Met Council reasonably
requests. The Met Council will promptly pay the Recipient after the Recipient presents to the Met
Council a Reimbursement Request and scanned copies of all receipts verifying the cost for all eligible
devices reported and the Met Council’s Authorized Representative accepts the invoiced services.
6. Conditions of Payment.
6.1. For each approved grant activity for which Recipient requests payment, Recipient must certify
the following to the Met Council:
(1) the device or other grant activity has been purchased or paid for during the Grant Activity
Period;
(2) Recipient has determined the device, grant activity, or resident (in cases of the low-income
cost assistance option), is eligible;
(3) Recipient received receipts for the device, installation cost, or other grant activity; and
(4) the purchase was not performed in violation of federal, state, or local law, or regulation.
6.2. Conditions Precedent to Any Reimbursement Request. The obligation of the Met Council to
make reimbursement payments is subject to the following conditions precedent:
A. The Met Council’s receipt of a Reimbursement Request/Progress Report for the funds
requested, and electronic copies of receipts verifying the cost for all eligible devices for that reporting
period;
B. If requested by the Met Council (in form and substance acceptable to the Met Council),
evidence that (i) the Recipient has legal authority to and has taken all actions necessary to enter into this
Agreement and (ii) this Agreement is binding and enforceable against the Recipient;
C. There is no Event of Default under this Grant Agreement or event which would constitute
an Event of Default but for the requirement that notice be given or that a period of grace or time elapse;
and
D. The Recipient has supplied to the Met Council all other items that the Met Council may
reasonably require to assure good fiscal oversight of state's funding through the Clean Water Fund.
7. Authorized Representative.
The Met Council’s Authorized Representative is:
Name: Henry McCarthy or successor
Title: Senior Environmental Scientist
Mailing Address: 390 North Robert Street
St. Paul, MN 55101
Phone: (651) 602-1946
E-Mail Address: henry.mccarthy@metc.state.mn.us
The Met Council’s Authorized Representative has the responsibility to monitor the Recipient’s
performance and the authority to accept the services provided under this Grant Agreement. If the
services are satisfactory, the Met Council’s Authorized Representative will certify acceptance on each
invoice submitted for payment.
The Recipient’s Authorized Representative is noted on the first page of this Grant Agreement. If the
Recipient’s Authorized Representative changes at any time during this Grant Agreement, the Recipient
must immediately notify the Met Council and within 30 days provide a new City resolution (if such
resolution is necessary) specifying the new Representative. If a resolution is not required by the City,
the City’s notification to the Met Council must be in writing.
8. Assignment, Amendments, Waiver, Grant Agreement Complete, and Order of Precedence.
8.1 Assignment. The Recipient may neither assign nor transfer any rights or obligations under this
Grant Agreement without the prior written consent of the Met Council and a fully executed Assignment
Agreement.
8.2 Amendments. Except as provided in this Section 8.2, any amendment to this Grant Agreement
must be in writing and will not be effective until it has been executed and approved by the appropriate
parties. If requested by the Recipient in writing, the Met Council may, at its sole discretion, authorize in
writing a minor change (administrative, compliance, or operational adjustments that do not alter the core
scope, objectives, or funding level of the award) to the Recipient Program in Exhibit A, without a formal
executed amendment to this Grant Agreement. Met Council further reserves the right to amend grant
agreements, in collaboration with grantee municipality, if quarterly reporting indicates rebate or grant
programs will not fully utilize grant awards within the grant period or for other documented purposes
that will advance the legislative objectives of the pilot program.
8.3 Waiver. If the Met Council fails to enforce any provision of this Grant Agreement, that failure
does not waive the provision or its right to enforce it.
8.4 Grant Agreement Complete. This Grant Agreement contains all negotiations and agreements
between the Met Council and the Recipient. No other understanding regarding this Grant Agreement,
whether written or oral, may be used to bind either party.
8.5 Order of Precedence. This Grant Agreement will be interpreted in the following order of
precedence:
(1) Grant Agreement excluding exhibits;
(2) Exhibit B; and
(3) Exhibit A.
9. Liability and Insurance.
9.1 Liability. The Recipient and the Met Council are each responsible for their own acts and the acts
of their employees and the results thereof. To the extent authorized by law, a party is not responsible for
the acts of the other party and the results thereof. The liability of the Parties is governed by Minnesota
Statutes Chapter 466 and other applicable laws. Neither Party waives any applicable limits on liability
or immunities.
9.2 Relationship of the Parties. Nothing contained in this Grant Agreement is intended or should be
construed in any manner as creating or establishing the relationship of co-partners or a joint venture
between the Recipient and the Met Council, nor will the Recipient be considered or deemed to be an
agent, representative, or employee of the Met Council in the performance of this Grant Agreement, or
the Recipient Program.
The Recipient represents that it has already or will secure or cause to be secured all personnel required
for the performance of this Grant Agreement and the Recipient Program. All personnel of the Recipient
or other persons while engaging in the performance of this Grant Agreement or the Recipient Program
will not have any contractual relationship with the Met Council related to the work of the Recipient
Program and will not be considered employees of the Met Council. In addition, all claims that may arise
on behalf of said personnel or other persons out of employment or alleged employment including, but
not limited to, claims under the Workers’ Compensation Act of the State of Minnesota, claims of
discrimination against the Recipient, its officers, agents, contractors, or employees will in no way be the
responsibility of the Met Council. Such personnel or other persons may not require nor be entitled to
any compensation, rights or benefits of any kind whatsoever from the Met Council, including but not
limited to, tenure rights, medical and hospital care, sick and vacation leave, disability benefits, severance
pay and retirement benefits.
10. Audits.
Under Minn. Stat. § 16C.05, subd. 5, the Recipient’s books, records, documents, and accounting
procedures and practices relevant to this Grant Agreement are subject to examination by the Met
Council and/or the State Auditor or Legislative Auditor, as appropriate, for a minimum of six years from
the termination date of this Grant Agreement.
11. Government Data Practices.
The Recipient and Met Council must comply with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minn.
Stat. Chapter 13, as it applies to all data provided by the Met Council under this grant contract, and as it
applies to all data created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by the Recipient
under this Grant Agreement. The civil remedies of Minn. Stat. § 13.08 apply to the release of the data
referred to in this clause by either the Recipient or the Met Council. If the Recipient receives a request
to release the data referred to in this Clause, the Recipient must immediately notify the Met Council.
12. Workers’ Compensation.
The Recipient certifies that it is in compliance with Minn. Stat. § 176.181, subd. 2, pertaining to
workers’ compensation insurance coverage. The Recipient’s employees and agents will not be
considered Met Council employees. Any claims that may arise under the Minnesota Workers
Compensation Act on behalf of these employees and any claims made by any third party as a
consequence of any act or omission on the part of these employees are in no way the Met Council’s
obligation or responsibility.
13. Data Availability.
To the extent and as requested by the Met Council, Recipient agrees to comply with Minn.
Stat. § 114D.50, subd. 5 requirements for data collected by the Recipient Programs funded with money
from the Clean Water Fund that have value for planning and management of natural resources,
emergency preparedness and infrastructure investments, including but not limited to the requirement that
to the extent practicable, summary data and results of Recipient Programs funded with money from the
Clean Water Fund should be readily accessible on the internet and identified as a Clean Water Fund
Recipient Program. The Met Council will put overall summary information on the internet and will
encourage the Recipient put its municipality information on the web. Recipient understands and agrees
that Met Council may list its name and summary information on the internet or in any other Grantor
reporting.
Data collected by the Recipient Program, if any, funded with money from the Clean Water Fund that
have value for planning and management of natural resources, emergency preparedness, and
infrastructure investments must conform to the enterprise information architecture developed by the
Department of Information Technology Services. Spatial data must conform to geographic information
system guidelines and standards outlined in that architecture and adopted by the Minnesota Geographic
Data Clearinghouse at the Minnesota Geospatial Information Office. A description of these data that
adheres to the Department of Information Technology Services geographic metadata standards must be
submitted to the Minnesota Geospatial Information Office to be made available online through the
clearinghouse and the data must be accessible and free to the public unless made private under chapter
13. To the extent practicable, summary data and results of projects funded with money from the clean
water fund should be readily accessible on the Internet and identified as a clean water fund project.
14. Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Venue.
This Grant Agreement will be construed and enforced under the laws of the State of Minnesota without
regard to its conflict of law provisions. The venue for any legal proceedings arising out of this Grant
Agreement will be the appropriate state or federal court in Ramsey County, Minnesota.
15. Termination.
The Met Council may cancel this Grant Agreement at any time, with or without cause, upon 30 days’
written notice to the Recipient. Upon termination, the Recipient will be entitled to payment for services
prequalified and satisfactorily performed before the termination notice.
16. Data Disclosure.
Under Minn. Stat. § 270C.65, subd. 3, and other applicable law, the Recipient consents to disclosure of
its federal employer tax identification number, and/or Minnesota tax identification number, already
provided to the Met Council, to federal and state tax agencies and Met Council personnel involved in the
payment of Met Council obligations. Recipient will require compliance with this Section 16 by
Recipient’s subrecipient of Grant funds and shall submit evidence of such compliance to Met Council as
requested.
17. Notices.
In addition to any notice required under applicable law to be given in another manner, any notices
required hereunder must be in writing and must be personally served or sent by email or United States
mail, to the Authorized Representative of the party to whom it is directed.
18. Miscellaneous.
18.1 Report to Legislature. As provided in Minn. Stat. § 3.195, the Met Council must submit a
report on the expenditure and use of money appropriated under the Clean Water Fund to the
legislature by January 15 of each year. The report must detail the outcomes in terms of additional
use of Clean Water Fund resources, user satisfaction surveys, and other appropriate outcomes. The
Recipient agrees to provide to the Met Council by January 1 of each year a report on any user
satisfaction surveys it has related to this Recipient Program, and other appropriate outcomes of the
Recipient Program as prescribed in Section 18.3 of this Agreement.
18.2 Supplement. The funds granted under this agreement are to supplement and shall not
substitute for traditional sources of funding. Recipient certifies to the Met Council that there was
and is no traditional Recipient sources of funding for the grant work, as described in Exhibit A.
18.3 Measurable Outcomes. A Recipient Program or program receiving funding from the Clean
Water Fund must meet or exceed the constitutional requirement to protect, enhance, and restore
water quality in lakes, rivers and streams and to protect groundwater and drinking water from
degradation. A Recipient Program or program receiving funding from the Clean Water Fund must
include measurable outcomes, as defined in Minn. Stat. § 3.303, subdivision 10, and a plan for
measuring and evaluating the results. A Recipient Program or program must be consistent with
current science and incorporate state-of-the-art technology. All information for funded Recipient
Program work, including the proposed measurable outcomes, must be made available for
publication on the web site required under Minn. Stat. § 3.303, subdivision 10, as soon as
practicable and forwarded to the Met Council and the Legislative Coordinating Commission under
the provisions of Minn. Stat. § 3.303, subd. 10. The Recipient must compile and submit all
information for funded Recipient Programs or programs, including the proposed measurable
outcomes and all other items required under Minn. Stat. § 3.303, subdivision 10, to the Met
Council and, if requested by the Met Council, the Legislative Coordinating Commission as soon as
practicable or by January 15 of the applicable fiscal year, whichever comes first.
18.4 Minn. Stat. § 16B.98. Grants funded by the Clean Water Fund must be implemented
according to section 16B.98 and must account for all expenditures.
18.5 Benefit to Minnesota Waters. Money from the Clean Water Fund may only be spent on
Recipient Programs that benefit Minnesota waters.
18.6 Website. If the Recipient has information on its website about the water efficiency grant
program under Minn. Stat. § 114D.50, the Recipient will when practicable in accordance with
Minn. Stat. § 114D.50, subd. 4(f) prominently display on the Recipient’s website home page the
Legacy logo accompanied by the phrase "Click here for more information." When a person clicks
on the Legacy logo image, the website must direct the person to a web page that includes both the
contact information that a person may use to obtain additional information, as well as a link to the
Met Council’s and Legislative Coordinating Commission Website required under section 3.303,
subdivision 10.
18.7 Future Eligibility. Future eligibility for money from the Clean Water Fund is contingent
upon the Recipient satisfying all application requirements related to Met Council’s fulfillment of
Minn. Stat. § 114D.50 as well as any additional requirements contained in Minnesota Session
Laws 2025, Chapter 36, Article 2, Section 8(b).
18.8 Prevailing Wages. The Recipient agrees to comply with all of the applicable provisions
contained in chapter 177 of the Minnesota Statutes, and specifically those provisions contained in Minn.
Stat. §§ 177.41 through 177.50, as they may be amended, modified or replaced from time to time with
respect to the Recipient Program. By agreeing to this provision, the Recipient is not acknowledging or
agreeing that the cited provisions apply to the Recipient Program.
18.9 Disability Access. Where appropriate, Recipient of clean water funds, in consultation with the
Council on Disability and other appropriate governor-appointed disability councils, boards, committees,
and commissions, should make progress toward providing greater access to programs, print publications,
and digital media for people with disabilities related to the programs the recipient funds using
appropriations made in this agreement.
18.10. General Provisions.
(i) Lawsuit. This Grant shall be canceled if a court determines that the appropriation
illegally substitutes for a traditional source of funding.
(ii) Termination Due to Lack of Funds. Recipient recognizes that Met Council’s obligation
to reimburse Recipient for eligible Recipient Program costs is dependent upon Met Council’s
receipt of funds from the State of Minnesota appropriated to Met Council under 2025 Session
Law, Chapter 40, Article 2, Section 8(b). Should the State of Minnesota terminate such
appropriation or should such funds become unavailable to Met Council for any reason, Met
Council shall, upon written notice to Recipient of termination or unavailability of such funds,
have no further obligations for reimbursement or otherwise under this Grant Agreement. In the
event of such written notice, Recipient has no further obligation to complete the Recipient
Program as required by this Grant Agreement.
18.11. Counterparts and Electronic Signatures. This Grant Agreement may be executed in any number
of counterparts, each of which when executed will be deemed to be an original and the counterparts will
together constitute one agreement. A copy of this Grant Agreement, including its signature pages, will
be binding and deemed to be an original. Electronic signatures using Adobe Sign or a similar program
will be deemed an original signature.
19. Default and Remedies.
19.1 Defaults. The Recipient's failure to fully comply with any of the provisions contained in this
Grant Agreement constitute an event of default ("Event of Default").
19.2. Remedies. Upon an event of default, the Met Council may exercise any one or more of the
following remedies:
a. Refrain from disbursing the Grant;
b. Demand that all or any portion of the Grant already disbursed be repaid to it, and upon
such demand the Recipient shall repay such amount to the Met Council; and
c. Enforce any additional remedies the Met Council may have at law or in equity.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized representatives.
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
By: ________________________________
Regional Administrator, successor, or delegate
Date: _______________________________
RECIPIENT:
The Recipient certifies that the appropriate
person(s) have executed the this agreement on
behalf of the Recipient as required by
applicable articles, bylaws, resolutions, or
ordinances.
By: ________________________________
_____________________________________
Printed Name and Title
Date: _______________________________
EXHIBIT A: Application from community
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METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT PROGRAM
APPLICATION FORM
updated 02 / 25 / 2026
1. Applicant information:
MUNICIPALITY: Saint Anthony Village
MUNICIPAL UTILITY: Saint Anthony Village Public Works - Water Utility Division
MAILING ADDRESS: 3301 Silver Lake Rd NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418
2. Primary contact information:
Municipality primary authorized representative (all correspondence regarding the Water Efficiency
Grant Program should be addressed to individual named below):
Name: Charlie Yunker
Title: City Manager
Phone: 612-782-3315
Email: Charlie.yunker@savmn.com
Mailing Address: 3301 Silver Lake Rd NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418
3. Secondary contact information:
Municipality secondary authorized representative:
Name: Minette Saulog
Title: Sustainability Coordinator
Phone: 612-782-3312
Email: Minette.saulog@savmn.com
Mailing Address: 3301 Silver Lake Rd NE, St. Anthony, MN 55418
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4. Water use information:
Municipal Total Per Capita Water Use, in gallons per person-day (2025): 90.1
Municipal Residential Per Capita Water Use, in gallons per person-day (2025): 57.2
Municipal Ratio of Peak Month to Winter Month Water Use (2025): 8:5
Calculations for Section 4 responses are as follows:
1. Current residential population per 2020 Census is 9,257.
Number of gallons produced in 2025 = 304,323,000
304,323,000 / 9,257 / 365 = 90.1 gallons per person-day.
2. Current residential population per 2020 Census is 9,257.
Number of gallons that only went to residential in 2025 = 193,256,427
193,256,427 / 9,257 / 365 = 57.2 residential gallons per person-day.
3. Peak month July 2025 = 34,362,000 gallons.
Winter month usage = 21,195,000 (December 2025) + 22,335,000 (January 2026) + 20,575,000
(February 2026) = 64,105,000 / 3 months
Average of 21,368,333 per winter month
Ratio of approximately 8:5 peak month to winter month.
Program design
The following questions help describe the type of program your municipality is proposing, including
planned grant activities and optional program elements. For more information about the low-income
cost assistance option and grant activities on municipal properties, see the Guidelines document.
5. Will your proposed program be a rebate or grant program?
The city will conduct its Water Efficiency program as a rebate program. Finance and Sustainability
Departments will collaborate on the administrative steps, resulting in payments made by the city
directly to residential participants.
6. Will your proposed program include a low-income cost assistance option?
Yes, low-income cost assistance will be a component of the proposed program to ensure assistance
is targeted toward low-income families.
7. Will your proposed program include approved grant activities on municipal properties
(for example, device replacements or turfgrass conversion)?
Yes, water fixture device replacements for municipal properties across all major departments will be
included as proposed grant activities.
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8. If your proposed program includes approved grant activities on municipal properties,
does the funding supplement and not supplant? (Additional documentation may be
requested.)
Yes, grant funding would supplement and not supplant funds for municipal property replacement
project.
9. Approximately what portion of your requested grant amount will be used for approved
grant activities on municipal properties?
The total budget for municipal property device replacements is $30,500. Approximately $24,400 of
the total grant amount request, along with a $6,100 municipal match, will be used for these activities.
The following estimates were used to calculate the total project budget for municipal properties in
accordance with the quantities listed in Question #10. These are approximations used for program
application purposes only, and do not account for bulk or wholesale pricing that the city may be
eligible for through select vendors. If granted, the City will keep Met Council updated on these
specific amounts through the quarterly reporting process.
Toilets $350/ea x 43 = $15,050
Urinals $300/ea x 13 = $3,900
Dishwasher $8,000/ea x 1 = $8,000
Showerheads $50/ea x 4 = $200
Faucet aerator accessories $10/ea x 50 = $500
Faucet full replacement $150/ea x 19 = $2,850
10. Planned grant activities
Which eligible grant activities will your program include? Please provide an estimated number of device
replacements/other grant activities for each category you plan to include in your program.
Grant activity Property type
Residential Commercial Municipal
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Toilet replacement 30 43
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Clothes washer replacement 15
Dishwasher replacement 10 1
Showerhead replacement 30-40 4
Faucet replacement or faucet accessory 40-50 69
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Irrigation system audit*
Irrigation controller replacement*
Irrigation spray sprinkler body replacement*
Turfgrass conversion/replacement
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* Please note, the Met Council strongly encourages an irrigation system audit be conducted before the
replacement of an irrigation controller or spray sprinkler bodies. An initial audit ensures the user has
information for proper set-up and operation of their irrigation system.
11. Estimated water savings per device from WaterSense and Energy Star (if available) will auto-
populate in quarterly reporting forms to establish baseline consistency in estimates. Some
municipalities may have developed (or plan to develop) specific water savings calculations
based on household size, age of device being replaced, and other factors. Municipalities are
welcome to submit water savings estimates other than those provided by the WaterSense and
Energy Star programs. If your municipality has plans to calculate estimated water savings
in-house or using an external resource, please describe below.
The City plans to use the Met Council’s recommended estimated water savings metrics, outlined by
the WaterSense and Energy Star programs.
12. If your proposed program includes grant activities at municipal properties, please walk
through your plans for device replacements and/or turfgrass conversion. In the case of
turfgrass conversion, please describe where the work will occur, area removed, species
removed, area replaced, species replaced, watering and maintenance needs, and
estimated annual gallons of water saved (with explanation of estimate).
The proposed grant activities at municipal properties will include indoor water device replacements
only. There will not be an outdoor water use component for the municipal activities.
A preliminary inventory to count the number of current water fixtures in all municipal properties was
conducted in preparation for submitting this grant application.
The next step will take place in Summer 2026 if awarded this grant. City staff will conduct a more
detailed inventory of all fixtures to establish a priority list to determine the order necessary for device
replacement, based on several factors such as current condition, age of device, and potential water
savings.
The Public Works Director would take the lead on determining replacement fixture brands and
models that will be compatible with the current plumbing and building infrastructure of the municipal
properties. They will also be finalizing the preferred vendor through which to purchase the fixtures.
Once delivery of the ordered fixtures is made, the facilities will be split into three phases as noted in
the priority list. The Public Works Department will complete the installations and labor costs will be in-
kind. This will allow the crew to resume their routine duties while accounting for the time needed for
the device replacements over the course of several months, although if time permits this work may
be completed faster than anticipated.
Program budget and administration
13. Please outline the amount of funding your municipality is requesting, including – if
applicable – an estimate of funds that will be used for low-income cost assistance (no
municipality match required).
Grants will be made available in amounts with a minimum of $5,000 and a maximum of $75,000. In the
event that there are unused or returned funds, municipalities may apply for a grant amendment to
increase their award beyond $75,000 (at the discretion of Met Council). Additionally, if a municipality
offers low-income cost assistance, it can apply for an additional $10,000 (max grant of $85,000).
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A Requested grant amount
(must be 80% of row C):
$24,400 (municipal) +
$8,000 (residential)
B Required municipality matching amount
(must be 20% of row C):
$6,100 (municipal) +
$2,000 (residential)
C Traditional grant program subtotal
(row A + row B):
$40,500
D (OPTIONAL) Low-income cost assistance requested amount
(100% covered by Met Council funds):
$10,000
E Total program budget
(row C + row D):
$50,500
Example calculation:
A Requested grant amount
(must be 80% of row C): $16,000
B Required municipality matching amount
(must be 20% of row C): $4,000
C Traditional grant program subtotal
(row A + row B): $20,000
D (OPTIONAL) Low-income cost assistance requested amount
(100% covered by Met Council funds): $5,000
E Total program budget
(row C + row D): $25,000
14. Please outline what cost coverage your municipality plans to offer for each of the
selected grant activities.
For example: 70% of the cost of a toilet, up to a maximum of $200. Limited to 2 per household.
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For the municipal replacement project, the city will follow the standard cost share outlined as 20%
municipality funds, 80% grant funds from the Met Council.
For residential participants in the traditional program, coverage amounts will be as follows:
50% of the pre-tax cost of a WaterSense-labeled toilet, up to a maximum of $150 per toilet, limited to
2 per household.
50% of the pre-tax cost of WaterSense-labeled faucet replacements and/or accessory(ies), up to a
maximum of $100 combined.
50% of the pre-tax cost of a WaterSense-labeled showerhead, up to a maximum of $50 per
showerhead, limited to 2 per household.
Flat rate rebate of $200 for an Energy Star-labeled washing machine.
Flat rate rebate of $200 for an Energy Star-labeled residential dishwasher.
A household may apply for any combination of the listed rebates (within household item limits), not to
exceed a total of $500.
For residential participants eligible for the low-income cost assistance component of the program,
coverage amounts will be as follows:
100% coverage for the replacement of ONE indoor device selected from the list below, up to a
maximum of:
$550 for a WaterSense-labeled toilet.
$1,200 for an Energy Star-labeled washing machine.
$1,200 for an Energy Star-labeled residential dishwasher.
$100 for a WaterSense-labeled showerhead.
$100 for a WaterSense-labeled faucet replacement or accessory.
15. Please indicate ways in which you will advertise your program and water conservation.
(Examples to be provided in program work plan.)
Newsletter X Radio
Flyer in water bill X Television
Email X Newspaper
Tabling at events X TikTok
Municipality website X Instagram X
Billboard / physical display X Facebook X
Nextdoor
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Other
The City is a member of the NineNorth / North Suburban Access Corporation which
creates local media content about the community to educate and engage its citizens. In
the past the City has used the NineNorth platform to create awareness about city
programs and projects and would utilize this as a promotional tool for the resident grant
and water conservation topics in general. This would be especially effective for
highlighting the municipal replacement project’s significant cost and energy savings in
updating to new fixtures, several of which are decades old. It also provides an opportunity
for willing residents to share testimonials regarding their participation and the impact this
program is making to support home-based efforts to maximize water efficiency.
The City will also be promoting the program through community partners such as the
Parks and Environmental Commission, Citizens for Sustainability, and the school district.
It also has a unique opportunity to reach residents by including a bag flier to be distributed
by our municipal liquor store staff for customers’ purchases, and tabling at the south store
location’s community engagement hub.
16. Work plan
In your application submission, please attach a work plan that details the municipality’s
schedule, strategy for promoting the program and communications with potential participants –
including example communications, program administration, and spending down the requested
grant amount by 6/30/28.
Example work plan structure:
Task description Responsible
person
Start date Completion
date
Website page and application form preparation for
online and paper applications. Current balance of
remaining funds for the program will be updated
on a monthly basis.
Sustainability
Coordinator,
Communications
Coordinator
06/01/2026 Ready by
06/30/2026,
use through
June 2028
Program Administration Process is established:
Sustainability Coordinator to accept applications
on a rolling basis, review submitted
documentation and verify device eligibility. A W9
form is required to issue all payments and
requested from residents eligible for rebate.
Finance is forwarded materials and schedules
rebate payment on upcoming Claims List to be
reviewed by City Council.
Upon Claims List approval, rebate is included in
next scheduled check run and mailed to resident.
On average this process will take 3-4 weeks.
Sustainability
Coordinator,
Finance Accounts
Payable
June 2026 Ongoing, will
be adapted
as needed
throughout
two year
grant cycle.
Announcements for grant program in quarterly
“Village Notes” newsletter, with information on
eligibility and requirements, and updates on
remaining program funds balance.
Sustainability
Coordinator,
Communications
Coordinator
June 2026,
and
continuing
on a
quarterly
basis.
June 2028 or
upon
exhaustion of
all available
funds.
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Coordinate with municipal retail stores to include
announcements about the program as bag fliers
and create content to be shown on the store TV
announcements screen.
Sustainability
Coordinator,
Communications
Coordinator,
Retail Operations
Manager
July 2026 Display
through
August 2026
Coordinate with municipal retail stores to include a
program slide to be shown on the store TV
announcements screen.
Start July
2026 and
update
monthly.
Display
through June
2028 or upon
exhaustion of
all available
funds.
Full walkthrough of city facilities to determine
priority order for device replacements as noted in
inventory.
Public Works
Director,
Sustainability
Coordinator
July 2026 July 2026
Community engagement and promotion – the
City’s booth will feature information on this
program at its VillageFest booth (annual
community festival)
Sustainability
Coordinator
August
2026
August 2026
Finalize compatible fixture models and preferred
vendor for municipality device purchases.
Public Works
Director,
Sustainability
Coordinator
August
2026
September
2026
Community engagement and promotion – the City
will be planning a Sustainability Fair in Quarter 4
of 2026, and messaging about this program will
be included.
Sustainability
Coordinator
Oct or Nov
2026 (tbd)
Oct or Nov
2026 (tbd)
Order and take delivery of devices for municipal
replacement project.
Public Works
Director
November
2026
December
2026
Phase 1 Municipal Replacements and Program
Signage Installation
Public Works
Department
January
2027
January
2027
Phase 2 Municipal Replacements and Program
Signage Installation
Public Works
Department
February
2027
March 2027
Phase 3 Municipal Replacements and Program
Signage Installation
Public Works
Department
April 2027 April 2027
Promotion: NineNorth Video Feature for halfway
of program cycle – residential program highlight
Sustainability
Coordinator
July 2027 July 2027
Community engagement and promotion – the
City’s booth will feature information on this
program at its VillageFest booth (annual
community festival)
Sustainability
Coordinator
August
2027
August 2027
Promotion: NineNorth Video Feature for city
device replacement project
Sustainability
Coordinator
October
2027
October
2027
Promotion: Year-end report to Parks and
Environmental Commission, City Council on
Sustainability
Coordinator
December
2027
December
2027
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program impacts in the first 1.5 years of program
cycle. Opportunity to provide updates and
highlight any remaining funds available with a 6-
month lead to the conclusion of the grant period.
Buffer time for possible delays or rescheduling on
earlier items in work plan.
January
2028
June 2028
Program period end; final paperwork, reports to
Met Council and City, and accounting
Sustainability
Coordinator,
Finance
Department
06/01/2028 06/30/2028
Evaluating applications
Program proposals will be evaluated based on the answers provided in the application form as well as
the attached work plan. Strong applications will include clear answers to the questions in the application
form and a thoughtful work plan that outlines strategies for structuring, administering, and promoting (if
applicable) the program. For municipalities intending to conduct grant activities on municipal property,
applications should include intended plans for device/landscape installation and estimated hours/cost of
labor (whether being done by the municipality or a contractor).
In the event that funds requested exceed funds available, the following criteria will be used to determine
the amount granted to a given municipality.
• Municipal residential per capita water use
• Municipal ratio of peak month to winter month water use
• Estimated water savings from proposed program
Additionally, municipalities may be asked to provide additional information and/or be awarded less than
their requested grant amount if their application is lacking detail, a clear work plan, etc. In future grant
cycles, a past participant’s record of spending down their award may be used to inform award amounts.
Applications are due by April 17, 2026
SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE SAMPLE COMMUNICATIONS
PURPOSE
The following examples and information are submitted as part of the application for the Met Council’s
2026-2028 Water Efficiency Grant Program (WEGP).
Saint Anthony Village publishes Village Notes quarterly newsletter, e-news blasts, website pages, and
social media as primary channels for communication and promotion of programs and services. All
methods are well-established and trusted sources of information with strong followership and
engagement, and can easily incorporate content related to the WEGP.
Additional alternative communications channels include the electronic billboard at City Hall, and the TVs
for announcements at both municipal retail store locations. The City Communications Coordinator
manages these with the collaboration of staff to provide guidance and content.
EXISTING EXAMPLES
City Website
The official City Website features a dedicated page for all Sustainability initiatives, services and projects.
This page is also easily accessible from any page of the website, with a shortcut being linked at the top
page banner.
Within the Sustainability section of the website, there is also a Water Conservation at Home page. This is
where resident information and requirements/qualifications will be located for the WEGP, along with
the online application form. A paper copy of the application will be available upon request and at City
Hall.
Another feature of the website is the ability to send e-news blasts to subscribers for several topics of
interest. The Sustainability e-newsletter is a complement to the Village Notes quarterly newsletter. Past
e-newsletters can be viewed here.
Village Notes
The quarterly Village Notes newsletters are mailed to every household and business in the city, then
posted to the online archive. The current edition for Spring 2026 was sent to homes prior to April 1st and
can be viewed here.
Below are some examples from the Spring edition Sustainability section that show how educational
information is paired with the program or initiative available to residents.
Social Media Accounts
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/stanthonyvillagemn/
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Youtube: www.youtube.com/@cityofst.anthonyminnesota1529
POTENTIAL WEGP-SPECIFIC COMMUNICATIONS
Village Notes
(If awarded, this announcement would be included in the Summer 2026 edition that is delivered to
homes on July 1st. The link included below is not active but will be the shortcut to the website page for
the program.)
NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR RESIDENTS
The Metropolitan Council, with funding from the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment,
has granted the City of Saint Anthony Village a total of $20,000 to support residents with reducing water
use at home. $10,000 is available for general rebates and $10,000 is available for low-income cost
assistance.
Eligible activities include the replacement of toilets, showerheads, washing machines, dishwashers, and
faucets/faucet accessories with more efficient models with US EPA WaterSense or Energy Smart
certification. Purchase and replacement of devices must take place between July 1, 2026 and June 30,
2028.
Please visit www.savmn.com/WEGP to learn more about how to apply, eligibility criteria and coverage
amounts for each device type.
Website
2026-2028 WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT PROGRAM
The Metropolitan Council, with funding from the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment,
has granted the City of Saint Anthony Village a total of $20,000 to support residents with reducing water
use at home. $10,000 is available for general rebates and $10,000 is available for low-income cost
assistance. Eligible activities include the replacement of specific water-using devices with more efficient
alternatives. Purchase and replacement of devices must take place between July 1, 2026 and June 30,
2028.
[Placeholder for monthly Grant Balance Update] As of 07/01/2026, $10,000 remains for general rebates
and $10,000 remains for low-income cost assistance.
General Rebate Information
The Water Efficiency Grant Program is available to any residential property owner who is a customer of
the City of Saint Anthony Village municipal water system.
Approved devices and amounts are as follows:
• 50% of the pre-tax cost of a US EPA WaterSense-labeled toilet, up to a maximum of $150 per
toilet, limited to 2 per household.
• 50% of the pre-tax cost of US EPA WaterSense-labeled faucet replacements and/or
accessory(ies), up to a maximum of $100 combined.
• 50% of the pre-tax cost of a US EPA WaterSense-labeled showerhead, up to a maximum of $50
per showerhead, limited to 2 per household.
• Flat rate rebate of $200 for a US EPA Energy Star-labeled washing machine.
• Flat rate rebate of $200 for a US EPA Energy Star-labeled residential dishwasher.
A household may apply for any combination of the listed rebates (within household item limits), not to
exceed a total of $500.
Low-Income Cost Assistance Information
A resident or household who meets a certain income threshold is eligible to receive full cost coverage*
for the replacement of ONE indoor water-using device with a WaterSense of Energy Star alternative.
Eligibility is verified by proof of enrollment in SNAP benefits, or a Ramsey or Hennepin County Assistance
Program.
*100% coverage for the replacement of ONE indoor device selected from the list below, up to a
maximum of:
• $550 for a US EPA WaterSense-labeled toilet.
• $1,200 for a US EPA Energy Star-labeled washing machine.
• $1,200 for a US EPA Energy Star-labeled residential dishwasher.
• $100 for a US EPA WaterSense-labeled showerhead.
• $100 for a US EPA WaterSense-labeled faucet replacement or accessory.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible devices must be US EPA WaterSense or Energy Star certified. Verify certification on the EPA
WaterSense website and/or Energy Star website and confirm the logo is visible on the product's
packaging.
Device(s) must be purchased and installed between July 1, 2026, and June 30, 2028 (or until the grant
funds are exhausted, whichever comes first).
Rebate is for the cost of the device only and excludes sales tax and installation/labor costs.
Other important eligibility items to note:
o Funding is limited, applications processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
o New construction and new developments are not eligible for this program.
o Device must replace an already-existing water fixture (i.e. not a brand-new connection for an
additional toilet, sink, etc).
o The rebate will be issued as a check from the City to the resident in approximately 4 weeks.
o Must be an existing City of Saint Anthony Village water customer with a non-delinquent
account.
o General rebates are limited to a maximum of $500 per household.
o Property must be located in the City of Saint Anthony Village.
o The device must be installed; the City reserves the right to request additional information or
inspect an installed device as necessary.
How to Apply
Complete the online application or complete a printed application and return it to City Hall, along with
copies of the required documents listed below. The application period begins on July 1, 2026 and runs
through June 30, 2028.
Please include the following documentation when applying (online application will prompt you to
upload these files):
o Copy of itemized invoice or receipt. The following must be shown on the receipt or invoice:
o Purchase date
o Make and model
o Pre-tax cost
o Completed Form W-9 (required by City to issue checks)
o Photo of old device being replaced
o Photo of installed device
o For low-income cost assistance applicants: proof of enrollment in SNAP benefits, or Ramsey or
Hennepin County Assistance Program.
Please contact Minette Saulog, Sustainability Coordinator with questions.
This program is made possible by funding from Metropolitan Council through the Clean Water, Land and
Legacy Amendment.
EXHIBIT B: Grant program guidelines
2026 – 2028
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT PROGRAM
GUIDELINES
updated 02 / 26 / 2026
1. Overview
The Metropolitan Council (Met Council) will implement a Water Efficiency Grant Program (WEGP)
effective July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028. Grants will be awarded on a competitive basis to municipalities
that operate or are served by a municipal public water supply system.
In this program, municipalities design and operate their own rebate or grant programs, which are
funded by the Met Council with pass-through funds from the Clean Water Land & Legacy Amendment.
The Met Council will provide 80% of the program cost; the municipality must provide the remaining 20%
of the program cost.
The WEGP focuses on grant activities that reduce existing water use at residential, commercial, and
municipal properties. Met Council-approved grant activities include the replacement of specific water-
using devices with more efficient alternatives, irrigation system audits, and the conversion of turfgrass
to low-input, drought-tolerant landscapes at municipal properties. Residents and businesses
participating in a municipality’s program must be connected to municipal water.
Grants will be made available in amounts with a minimum of $5,000 and a maximum of $75,000. In the
event that there are unused or returned funds, municipalities may apply for a grant amendment to
increase their award beyond $75,000 (at the discretion of Met Council). Grantees will be required to
submit quarterly reimbursement requests and provide actual or estimated water savings achieved
through this program for Clean Water, Land & Legacy Amendment reporting purposes.
Grant program goal
The goal of the Water Efficiency Grant Program is to support technical and behavioral changes that
improve municipal water use efficiency in the seven-county metropolitan area.
Changes for 2026-2028
Several changes to the WEGP have been made from past grant cycles. These changes are outlined in
the bulleted list below.
• Maximum grant amount: $50,000 $75,000
• Clearer guidelines for grant activity/device eligibility and property type
o Faucets and faucet accessories added
o Flushing urinals and flushometer-valve toilets added
o Commercial clothes washers and commercial dishwashers added
• Met Council strongly encourages (not a requirement) that an irrigation system audit be
conducted before the replacement of an irrigation controller or spray sprinkler bodies. An
irrigation system audit from an Irrigation Professional certified by a US EPA WaterSense
program ensures the user has information for proper set-up and operation of their irrigation
system.
• Municipal facility grant activity option added
o Replacement of water using devices in municipal properties
o Property turfgrass conversion/replacement
• Low-income cost assistance option added (additional $10,000 available to expand maximum
grant amount to $85,000)
o Full cost coverage for eligible residents on indoor water use devices
• Updated reporting form
• Standardized estimated water savings built into reporting for most grant activities (with option for
municipalities to provide more specific water savings estimates)
Additional detail about the low-income cost assistance option, newly eligible devices/grant activities,
and new eligibility requirements is provided in the following pages.
Critical points to remember
• The applying municipality must be served by a municipal public water supply system
• New construction and new developments are not eligible
• A portion of each eligible grant activity’s cost must be paid by the property owner
• Funds are for rebates or grants only; consulting and city staff time are ineligible
• Grant recipients must display the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment logo and the
Metropolitan Council logo on program-related web pages and paper communications
• Applications are due April 13, 2026
• Funds must be spent down by June 30, 2028 (municipalities and Met Council will work together
to monitor spending and adjust/reallocate funds as needed)
• Grant activities on municipal properties must supplement and not supplant dedicated municipal
funding sources
2. Grant program structure
Administration and funding source
The 2026-2028 WEGP will be administered by the Met Council and will be funded with $1,400,000
appropriated by the 2025 Minnesota Legislature. Grant applications will be reviewed and scored by
Metropolitan Council Water Resources staff.
Legislative Directive:
Minnesota 2025 Session Law
$650,000 the first year and $750,000 the second year are for
grants that implement water demand reduction measures. The
grants are to assist municipalities in the metropolitan area with
implementing water demand reduction measures to ensure the
reliability and protection of drinking water supplies.
Grants will be awarded to municipalities in amounts ranging from $5,000 to $75,000 for providing
rebates or grants to property owners and their renters. (An additional $10,000 will be available for Low
Income Cost Assistance, as discussed below). Municipalities will be responsible for the design and
operation of their rebate or grant program and its details. Grant payments to the municipality will be for
80% of approved program amounts. The municipality must provide the remaining 20% of the
granted/rebated amount to the property owner. Municipality rebates or grants are eligible for
reimbursement on device replacements and other approved grant activities conducted July 1, 2026
through June 30, 2028 (purchases of eligible devices or grant activities must be made on or after the
day the grant agreement is fully executed).
Grant program components
Each municipality is expected to design their own program to whatever meets their community needs.
Three potential components are residential/commercial grant activities, municipal grant activities, and
low-income cost assistance for residential properties.
Municipalities may include any combination of property type and grant activity offering in their program
design. Program design has varied by municipality among past participants, with some focusing on a
single type of device replacement such as toilets, and others offering a range of options. In the
application form and work plan, municipalities will be asked to lay out the grant activities and property
types that would be included in the proposed program. While past grant cycles have occasionally
included participants pursuing commercial- and municipal-focused grant activities, the 2026-2028
WEGP guidelines more clearly define, and expand, the options available to municipalities that are
interested in designing commercial- or internal-facing programs.
Residential and/or commercial grant activities
Municipalities may choose to design their programs to include grant activities at residential and
commercial properties. This the most common approach among participating communities. The
participating community selects which devices or other approved grant activities (irrigation audits) to
offer to residents or businesses within the municipality. The participating community also determines
how much of an eligible grant activity’s cost is covered by the program. Property owners must pay a
portion of the eligible grant activity’s cost.
Eligible grant activities for residential and commercial properties are listed in the table in the Eligible
Grant Activities section.
Municipal grant activities
Municipalities may also choose to design their programs to include grant activities occurring on
municipal properties. Grant activities eligible for municipal properties are device replacements, irrigation
system audits, and the conversion of existing turfgrass to low-input landscaping/drought-tolerant
alternative turf. Municipalities that choose to conduct grant activities on municipal properties shall
provide measured water savings (ideally) or calculated water savings estimates. These municipalities
will also be required to display signage near the grant activity areas that includes the Metropolitan
Council and Clean Water Fund logos as well as an explanation of the work done. Participating
municipalities must cover the 20% “municipal match” as normal.
This funding is intended to promote and supplement funding for device replacement or turf grass
conversion efforts. It is not intended to supplant dedicated municipal funding sources for projects.
Eligible grant activities for municipal properties are listed in the table in the Eligible Grant Activities
section.
Low-income cost assistance grant activities
Municipalities operating a residential-facing rebate or grant program may elect to include a low-income
cost assistance option in their program. Residents or households who meet a certain income threshold
are eligible to receive full cost coverage* for the replacement of one indoor water-using device (toilet,
clothes washer, dishwasher, showerhead, or faucet/faucet accessory) with a WaterSense or Energy
Star alternative. If a municipality decides to offer the low-income cost assistance option, they can apply
for an additional $10,000 (max grant amount of $85,000).
Municipalities that choose to include this option in their residential rebate or grant programs will be
required to verify resident eligibility. No municipal match will be required. Residents are eligible for this
cost assistance element if:
• The resident is enrolled in a county assistance program
o Hennepin County Water Assistance Program
o Ramsey and Washington Counties Water Bill Assistance
o Scott, Carver, Dakota Counties Energy Assistance Program
Scott County Financial Assistance
Carver County Emergency Programs
Dakota County Emergency Assistance
o Anoka County Energy Assistance
• The resident is enrolled in SNAP benefits
Eligibility for low-income cost assistance can be verified with appropriate paperwork showing
participation in one of the above programs.
*Cost of device and installation is fully covered by Met Council up to:
• $550 for toilets
• $1200 for clothes washers
• $1200 for dishwashers
• $100 for showerheads
• $100 for faucets and faucet accessories
Application funding request
The application form will include a table like the one below, where applying municipalities will lay out
their funding request. Row A is the requested grant amount, which covers grant activities at any
combination of property types and makes up 80% of the traditional grant program subtotal. Row B is
the required municipality match of 20% of the traditional grant program subtotal. Row C is the traditional
grant program subtotal. In Row D, applying municipalities may enter the low-income cost assistance
amount they expect to spend. The funds in Row D do not require a municipality match. Row E is the
sum of Rows C and D.
A
Requested grant amount for residential, commercial, or municipal grant activities
(funding from Met Council)
(80% of traditional grant program subtotal):
$16,000
B Required municipality matching amount
(20% of traditional grant program subtotal): $4,000
C Traditional grant program subtotal
(sum of Met Council grant amount and required municipality match): $20,000
D (OPTIONAL) Low-income cost assistance requested amount (funding from Met Council)
(100% covered by Met Council funds): $5,000
E Total program budget
(sum of traditional grant program subtotal and low-income cost assistance funds): $25,000
*in cases where municipalities have opted in to the low-income cost assistance element, the percent covered by Met Council
may exceed 80%
Eligibility
Requirements for applying municipalities
This grant program is limited to municipalities in the seven-county metropolitan area that operate or are
served by a municipal public water supply system.
Grants are only for water efficiency programs offering rebates or grants to property owners and their
renters who are customers of the municipal water supply system and who replace specified water-using
devices with approved devices that use substantially less water (or conduct other grant activities such
as irrigation audits or, for municipalities, turfgrass conversion). In municipalities where only some
neighborhoods or areas are served by a municipal public water supply system, only those served by
the municipal public water supply system are eligible.
Municipalities eligible per above must apply to participate and, if approved, sign a Met Council Grant
Agreement, before any eligible rebates or grants can be submitted for reimbursement. Agreements
shall require that municipalities:
• Entirely pass through grants received (as is being done by Met Council)
• Verify purchase of devices or other grant activities to receive grants
• Retain records and cooperate with any audits
• Conduct all communications with property owners and ensure all written communications to
property owners include both the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment and the
Metropolitan Council’s logo
• Provide quantitative information for state reporting purposes
Eligible grant activities
The table below walks through the approved grant activities in the WEGP. Included in the table is information related to the property type
(residential, commercial, municipal) where grant activities occur as well as information about estimated water savings. Expenses eligible for
reimbursement are the out-of-pocket cost of the device and its installation only, not to include any owner labor costs. In addition, new
construction and new developments are ineligible as this program is intended as a current infrastructure replacement program.
Eligible grant activity
(with hyperlink to product lookup tool) Estimated water savings
Indoor
water use
Toilets
Residential toilet replacement with a WaterSense labeled residential
toilet 13,000 gallons per year (source)
Commercial / Municipal toilet replacement with a WaterSense
labeled commercial toilet
790 gallons when replacing a 1.6gpf
model and 5,500 when replacing a
3.5gpf model
Commercial / Municipal urinal replacement with a WaterSense
labeled urinal 4,600 gallons per year (source)
Clothes washing
machines
Residential clothes washing machine replacement with an Energy
Star labeled residential clothes washer
2,700 gallons per year
(based on WRF average clothes
washer use and Energy Star estimated
percent savings)
Commercial clothes washing machine replacement with an Energy
Star labeled commercial clothes washer
45% less water than standard models
(source)
Dishwashers
Residential dishwasher replacement with an Energy Star labeled
residential dishwasher 8,400 gallons per year (source)
Commercial dishwasher replacement with an Energy Star labeled
commercial clothes washer 5,600 gallons per year (source)
Showerhead replacement with a WaterSense labeled showerhead 2,700 gallons per year (source)
Faucet replacement or faucet accessory with a WaterSense labeled faucet or faucet
accessory 700 gallons per year (source)
Outdoor
water use
Irrigation system audit by an Irrigation Professional certified by a US EPA WaterSense
program
See report from Irrigation Professional
who conducted audit
Irrigation
controllers
(Met Council
strongly
encourages an
irrigation system
audit before the
installation of a
new smart
controller)
Irrigation controller replacement with a WaterSense labeled
weather-based controller (this type of controller is most common) 7,600 gallons per year (source)
Irrigation controller replacement with a WaterSense labeled soil
moisture-based controller 15,000 gallons per year (source)
Irrigation spray sprinkler body replacement with a WaterSense labeled spray sprinkler
body
(Met Council strongly encourages an irrigation system audit before the installation of new
spray sprinkler bodies)
5,600 per year
(for an average household using
50,500 gallons outdoors, operating at
or above 60 pounds per square inch)
(source)
Turfgrass conversion/replacement to a low-input, drought-tolerant landscape at municipal
properties
(Municipal properties only)
Refer to municipality’s pre- and post-
replacement water use to calculate
water savings. If unable to measure
specific water use, municipality will
provide estimated annual water
savings with explanation of calculation.
Please note, the Met Council strongly encourages an irrigation system audit be conducted before the replacement of an irrigation controller
or spray sprinkler bodies. An initial audit ensures the user has information for proper set-up and operation of their irrigation system.
Quarterly reporting
Reporting requirements and payment process
Utilizing a reporting form provided by Met Council, the following information about each grant activity
must be reported on a quarterly basis:
• Property address and property type (residential, commercial, municipal)
• Low-income assistance (Y/N) (if applicable)
• Grant activity (device replacement, audit, or municipal turfgrass conversion)
• Brand/model info of new device
• Purchase date (must be on or after effective date of grant agreement)
• Cost per device/approved grant activity
• Number of devices/activities
• Rebate or grant per device
• Estimated annual gallons of water saved per device installation/approved grant activity
• Optional notes column for explaining water use calculations if different from those provided
• Municipality matching funds disbursed
• Number of unmet funding requests from property owners, if any
Municipalities are required to submit a signed and dated quarterly reporting form as well as a PDF(s) of
receipts corresponding to each entry in the quarterly reporting form.
Upon review and confirmation of the above information, Met Council will process a grant payment in the
amount of 80% of approved total rebates or grants for the reporting period (in cases where
municipalities have opted in to the low-income cost assistance element, the percent covered by Met
Council may exceed 80%).
Met Council will provide confirmation of grant balances available upon request and reserves the right to
amend grant agreements, in collaboration with grantee municipality, if quarterly reporting indicates
rebate or grant programs will not fully utilize grant awards within the grant period.
Determining estimated water savings
Annual water savings estimates may come from a variety of sources. Manufacturers may include water
savings estimates in their device descriptions or specifications, irrigation professionals report estimated
savings after performing an irrigation system audit, and some past participants of the WEGP have
calculated specific water savings estimates based on factors such as household size.
Unless a city has specifically calculated estimated water savings or is referring to manufacturer or audit
estimates, the recommended sources for estimated water savings are WaterSense and Energy Star.
Water savings estimates from WaterSense and Energy Star are included in the table of eligible grant
activities.
In quarterly reports, municipalities will be asked to note the source of their estimates if they different
from the estimates provided above. In the case of irrigation system audits and turfgrass conversion on
municipal properties, estimates have not been provided by Met Council as these metrics will be
calculated by an Irrigation Professional or the municipality, respectively. In any situation where it is
possible to report actual water savings, this is preferred.
3. Application process
Application requirements
The application window for the 2026-2028 Water Efficiency Grant Program will open on Friday, March
13, 2026. Applications are due by Monday, April 13, 2026. The application form will be available on the
Met Council website.
Required information in the application form includes:
o the municipality’s rebate or grant program design and work plan
o proposed examples of communications to property owners
o requested total grant amount
o estimated annual amount of water saved by the applying municipality
• Application form is available at: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water/Funding-
Finance/Available-Funding-Grants.aspx
• Submit competed application to: henry.mccarthy@metc.state.mn.us
• Metropolitan Council will notify municipalities of grant awards in approximately May 2026
Evaluating applications
Program proposals will be evaluated based on the answers provided in the application form as well as
the attached work plan. Strong applications will include clear answers to the questions in the application
form and a thoughtful work plan that outlines strategies for structuring, administering, and promoting (if
applicable) the program. For municipalities intending to conduct grant activities on municipal property,
applications should include intended plans for device/landscape installation and estimated hours/cost of
labor (whether being done by the municipality or a contractor).
In the event that funds requested exceed funds available, the following criteria will be used to determine
the amount granted to a given municipality:
• Municipal residential per capita water use
• Municipal ratio of peak month to winter month water use
• Estimated water savings from proposed program
Additionally, municipalities may be asked to provide additional information and/or be awarded less than
their requested grant amount if their application is lacking detail, a clear work plan, etc. In future grant
cycles, a past participant’s record of spending down their award may be used to inform award amounts.
EXHIBIT C: Grant amendment form
Revision #
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
2026-2028 CLEAN WATER FUND WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT PROGRAM
GRANT AMENDMENT FORM
NOTICE TO RECIPIENT: Submission of this form is required to modify the Maximum Grant Amount in
your Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council 2026-2028 Clean Water Fund Water Efficiency Grant
Program (Grant Program).
After determination of your municipality’s Maximum Grant Amount, completion and submission of this form
is necessary when 1) you are requesting additional grant funds to meet unexpected rebate or grant demand, or
2) when your municipality has determined that the previously approved program’s rebate or grant demand will
not be met, requiring less grant funds than anticipated when the agreement was signed, or 3) when your
municipality wishes to substantially change the structure of its program from what was described in the
application form and the work plan supplied in the application form.
The process for modifying your Grant Agreement is as follows:
1. Your municipality’s authorized representative submits one signed copy of Exhibit C to the Met
Council, with any additional information requested by Met Council.
2. Upon receipt and any Met Council approval of signed Exhibit C, the Met Council’s authorized
representative will obtain Met Council authorized signatures returns a fully executed copy of Exhibit
C indicating the new Maximum Grant Amount to Municipality’s designated authorized representative.
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Instructions: Indicate the date of your change request in #1 box. Indicate the number of this particular change
request in #2 box (and in box at top of page – must match). Enter the current grant agreement amount (as
Met Council approved) in #3 box. If you wish to increase your municipality’s grant amount, enter the amount
you are requesting in #4 box. If you wish to decrease your grant amount due to less demand than
anticipated, enter the amount in #5 box. Enter in #6 box the amount derived from adding #3 to #4 or derived
from
subtracting #5 from #3. If you do not wish to modify your municipality’s Maximum Grant Amount, leave
boxes #4, #5, and #6 blank or enter “N/A.” If you wish to secure approval for changes to the scope of the
approved project in the Water Efficiency Grant Program application form, please document the reasons for the
amendment in box #7. Please specify what changes are desired in box #8. Please note that all other
requirements as found in the Grant Agreement continue to apply.
Grant Agreement #
1. Date of change request:
2. Change request number:
3. Current Grant Agreement Amount (as Met Council approved):
4. Increase due to request for additional funding:
5. Decrease due to less demand:
6. Amended Maximum Grant Agreement Amount requested:
7. Reasons for modifying program structure:
8. Proposed changes to program structure:
MUNICIPALITY NAME:_________________________________________________________________
MUNICIPALITY AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE (signature and date):
______________________________________________________________________________________
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR APPROVAL (signature and date):
______________________________________________________________________________________
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE AND DATE
______________________________________________________________________________________
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Questions may be directed to the Met Council Authorized Representative:
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
RESOLUTION 26-044
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ENTER AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL TO ACCEPT A WATER EFFICIENCY GRANT
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council is implementing a Water Efficiency Grant Program
(WEGP), allowing municipalities to design and operate their own rebate or grant
programs to reduce community water use; and
WHEREAS, the 2026-2028 WEGP will be administered by the Met Council and will be
funded with $1,400,000 appropriated by the 2025 Minnesota Legislature using
pass-through funds from the Clean Water Land & Legacy Amendment; and
WHEREAS,the City has applied for this program and been awarded $34,000 to be used
between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2028; and
WHEREAS, WEGP funds will be used to support eligible water fixture and device
replacements at select city facilities and for residents through a residential rebate
program and low-income assistance program; and
WHEREAS, the Saint Anthony Village Climate Plan supports actions that reduce overall water
consumption, increase water efficiency and promote water saving practices.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Saint
Anthony Village, Minnesota, approves staff to accept the grant agreement between the City and
Metropolitan Council to participate in the 2026-2028 Water Efficiency Grant Program.
Approved this 9th day of June, 2026.
_________________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:___________________________
Nicole DeDeyn, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _________________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Date Type
Staff Present /
Contributing
Packet Due
Date
September 22 Regular
Spirit of St. Anthony Award
Fire Prevention Presentation
Planning Commission items from August
Climate Plan Update
Energy Action Plan Update
City Council
City Manager
Fire Dept
Sustain. Coord.
September 16
October 13 Work
Session 2027 Long Term Capital Budget Plalns City Council
City Manager October 7
October 13 Regular
City Council
City Manager October 7
October 27 Work
Session 2027 Utility Rates and Budgets City Council
City Manager October 21
October 27 Regular
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Quarterly Goals Update
City Council
City Manager October 21
November 10 Work
Session Commission Interviews City Council
City Manager November 4
November 10 Regular
Score Grant Funding Application Approval
Canvass Election Results
City Council
City Manager November 4
November 24 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager November 18
November 24 Regular
Fire Poster Contest Winners
Approval Plans & Specifications & Order Advertisement for Bids for
the upcoming Street Project
Fee Schedule Review
City Council
City Manager
Fire Chief
City Engineer
November 18
December 8 Work
Session Goal Setting Preparation City Council
City Manager December 2
December 8 Regular
Planning Commission items from November
Appoint Parks and Planning Commissioners and Chair/Vice Chairs
Setting Salary of City Manager
Authorizing Transfers & Closing of Specified Funds
Setting the 2027 City & HRA Budgets and Final Property Tax Levy -
PUBLIC HEARING
2027 Fee Schedule
MS4
Quarterly Goals update
Final reading and adoption of water, sewer, & stormwater
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director December 2
December 22 Regular (Typically Cancelled)
2027
January 12 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager January 6
FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Date Type
Staff Present /
Contributing
Packet Due
Date
January 12 Regular
Planning Commission items from December
Housekeeping Resolutions
Quarterly Donations & Grants
NYFS Agreement
Outside Orgs-Council
City Council
City Manager
NYFS
January 6
January 26 Work
Session 2027 Goals Draft City Council
City Manager January 20
January 26 Regular Public Works Snow Plowing Operations presentation
City Council
City Manager
PW Director
January 20
February 9 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager February 3
February 9 Regular
Planning Commission items from January
Public Hearing-2028 Budget Calendar and Process
2027 Planning Commission Work Plan- (motion only)
2027 Parks and Environmental Commission Work Plan- (motion only)
Adoption of Strategic Plan
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
February 3
February 23 Work
Session Miscellaneous Ordinance Revisions City Council
City Manager February 17
February 23 Regular
City Council
City Manager February 17
March 9 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager March 3
March 9 Regular
Planning Commission Items from February
Finance Annual Report
Public Works Annual Report
NineNorth Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
PW Director
March 3
March 23 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager March 17
March 23 Regular
Fire Annual Report
Police Annual Report
City Council
City Manager
Police Dept
Fire Dept
March 17
April 13 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager April 7
April 13 Regular
Planning Commission Items from March
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Arbor Day Proclamation
Earth Day Proclamation
Quarterly Goals Update
City Council
City Manager April 7
April 27 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager April 21
April 27 Regular
Insurance Renewal & Tort Limits- Consent
Villager of the Year and Business of the Year
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
April 21
May 11 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager May 5
FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Date Type
Staff Present /
Contributing
Packet Due
Date
May 11 Regular
Planning Commission items from April
Salo Park Concert Series Presentation
City Council
City Manager May 5
May 25 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager May 19
May 25 Regular City Insurance Renewal
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
May 19
June 8 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager June 2
June 8 Regular Planning Commission Items from May
City Council
City Manager June 2
June 22 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager June 16
June 22 Regular
City Council
City Manager June 16
July 13 Work
Session 2028 Initial Property Tax Levy Scenarios
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
July 7
July 13 Regular
Planning Commission items from June
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Audit Report
Quarterly Goals Update
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
July 7
July 27 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager July 21
July 27 Regular
Liquor Operations Mid Year Report
VillageFest Presentation
Night to Unite Presentation
Night to Unite Proclamation
Public Safety Engagement Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Liquor Op Mgr
Police Chief
Fire Chief
July 21
August 10 Work
Session Discuss Updated Levy Scenarios/Detailed General Fund Budget
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
August 4
August 10 Regular
Planning Commission items from July City Council
City Manager August 4
August 24 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
August 18
August 24 Regular 2028 Proposed Budget & Levy Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
August 18
September 14 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
September 8