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WORK SESSION AGENDA
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:30PM
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Minutes
Approval Of CC WS Meeting Minutes
CC 05 -12 -2026 WS.PDF
Work Session Topics
ADU Ordinance Review
Steve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.
COVER MEMO - ADU ORDINANCE REVIEW.PDF
DRAFT ADU ORDINANCE.PDF
Future Work Session Dates, Times And Agenda Items
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
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City of St. Anthony
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Minutes
05/12/2026
Present:
Mayor & Council: Mayor Wendy Webster, Councilmembers Lona Doolan, Nadia Elnagdy, Thomas
Randle, and Jan Jenson
Absent: None
Staff: City Manager Charlie Yunker, Assistant City Manager Ashley Morello, and City Planner Steve
Grittman
Others: None
Call to Order:
Mayor Webster called the Work Session to order at 5:30 p.m.
1. Approval of CC WS Meeting Minutes.
A. April 28th, 2026, City Council Work Session Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Elnagdy, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve the City
Council Work Session Minutes of April 28, 2026, as presented.
Motion carried 5-0.
2. Work Session Topics.
A. Sustainable Building Ordinance Review
City Planner Grittman provided an overview of the proposed Sustainable Building Ordinance
developed from earlier Work Session discussion and Parks and Environmental Commission input.
Staff have provided several options based on existing models and prior comments, and have
incorporated them into the proposed ordinance. The ordinance includes substantive proposals on
requirements and thresholds, as well as processes related to applications, such as a third-party
review for building permit applicants. City Planner Grittman highlighted that this ordinance applies
to the whole community, but that there are specific requirements for different uses, such as
residential or industrial. City Planner Grittman stated that he sought general Council reactions to
the ordinance and would answer any questions raised. If the ordinance moves forward, Staff will
refine it based on feedback and then bring it to the Planning Commission for a Public Hearing.
Finally, it will be formally adopted by the Council following the Public Hearing.
Mayor Webster clarified that the goals of the Work Session are to review the threshold
requirements and to discuss the process requirements for certification. Mayor Webster proposed
beginning with the threshold requirements.
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Councilmember Jenson suggested beginning with page one, which overviews where the ordinance
will be applied. He asked if they would be interested in discussing whether the Council wants to
apply the ordinance to everything on the first page before discussing what will be applied.
Councilmember Jenson agreed with items one through five but had reservations about six. This
item stated that any building project that receives financial assistance from the City of St. Anthony
or HRA in the form of Tax-Increment Financing or other assistance will be subject to the clause.
Still, it may not apply to buildings that receive external assistance. He stated that this means that
everything will likely require TIF funding. He expressed that he felt this should not be a part of the
process. Mayor Webster highlighted the discussion from the previous Work Session on developing
a TIF policy and suggested developing it in tandem with this one. Councilmember Jenson stated
that these requirements would make compliance expensive and difficult. This will inspire
pushback in builders, and he does not feel the Council should allow areas where contractors can
push back.
Councilmember Doolan noted that she interpreted this item to mean that any builders who apply
for TIF will be subject to the ordinance. Councilmember Jenson highlighted that his forces
taxpayers to help builders improve their profit margin, and he is not supportive of this.
City Planner Grittman confirmed that the City is not implying that all builders will be eligible for TIF.
However, if a builder applies for assistance and it is granted, they must comply with the
sustainable building ordinance.
Councilmember Jenson asked whether builders typically ask for TIF because they know it is an
option. City Planner Grittman confirmed that builders typically request assistance immediately to
determine whether it is possible. However, their request does not obligate the Council to provide.
The goal of this item is to inform builders that if they request City assistance, they must do so
knowing they will have to follow these rules.
Councilmember Elnagdy confirmed with City Planner Grittman that this item not only includes TIF
but also any City assistance.
Councilmember Elnagdy expressed her general approval of the ordinance. She raised some
concerns about loose language use. Specifically, she cited that any projects receiving financial
assistance will be subject to these rules. She provided an example of a small project that could not
afford to comply with these rules and questioned whether they would also be obligated to follow
them. Councilmember Jenson noted that very small projects may be exempt from these rules
under the ordinance.
City Planner Grittman confirmed that the goal of the ordinance is to apply these rules to projects
consisting of four or more units or more than 10,000 square feet in area, or to projects that
renovate a building without an expansion below the 50 percent financial threshold.
Councilmember Elnagdy stated that these qualifiers should be added to item six.
City Manager Yunker noted that it is unlikely that a project small enough for this to be a concern will
not likely qualify for assistance.
Mayor Webster proposed adding any building project that is identified in numbers one through five
above to clarify item six.
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City Planner Grittman noted that if a threshold is created, it will not relate to items one through five
and would likely be a dollar value.
Councilmember Elnagdy proposed creating item six as its own building category, with a threshold.
Councilmember Jenson concurred with this idea.
Councilmember Doolan highlighted the purpose of the threshold conversation: to acknowledge the
financial burdens of sustainable building. She questioned why four units and 10,000 square feet
are the thresholds, and if this was aimed at differentiating between small and large developers.
City Planner Grittman stated that there is no science to the numbers, but it aims to differentiate
between small and large projects. These numbers are flexible, and the Council could propose
different thresholds.
Councilmember Doolan expressed conflicts between environmental friendliness and overly
regulating the community.
Councilmember Randle asked what the likelihood of a large project is in St. Anthony. He noted that
there was only one space for a large project, which is the shopping center. He asked if there were
any other opportunities for large projects. Mayor Webster clarified that the language stating that
anything with four or more units expands the possibilities for a large project, and would include the
gas station site. However, Mayor Webster agreed that the possibility of a large project was low.
Councilmember Doolan highlighted long-term goals and noted that other communities are looking
to redevelop their commercial industrial districts into residential areas. These changes could prove
useful in future developments.
Councilmember Jenson also noted the empty parking lot near the Medtronic building as a potential
site for a large housing project.
Mayor Webster proposed exploring increased density in smaller lots and building fourplexes. She
asked the Council if they would like to include fourplexes in this language, or only lots with more
than four units. Councilmember Randle suggested utilizing the current language.
Councilmember Doolan requested that the Council discuss single-family home teardowns. She
stated that this ordinance should apply to projects that tear down a single-family home to build a
larger structure.
Councilmember Jenson expressed concerns about regulating individuals seeking to improve their
homes. Councilmember Doolan clarified that she is not seeking to add remodels to the ordinance,
only full teardowns and rebuilds.
Councilmember Randle stated that he was concerned about regulating what individuals do with
their own homes. Councilmember Jenson agreed that this felt like government overreach.
Councilmember Doolan reminded the Council of the City's goal to reduce emissions. She felt that
if these rebuilds were not included, the burden would shift to others. Councilmember Jenson
provided an example of his own home remodel, adding many energy-efficient appliances. He noted
that many residents are likely already interested in these items, and overly regulating their
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decisions may not be beneficial. He proposed increasing education on the importance of
sustainability rather than adding additional regulations to personal home redevelopment.
Councilmember Elnagdy acknowledged that Councilmember Doolan was not seeking to limit
remodels, only when someone is paying the price for an average home in St. Anthony to tear it
down and build an entirely new structure where a single-family home once was. Councilmember
Randle stated that he felt that it should be their option. Councilmember Elngady expressed that
they are not removing the choice to do so, but rather requiring builders to comply with the rules if
they choose to rebuild in a way that helps meet City goals. Councilmember Randle perceived this
as pushing their agenda on residents. Councilmember Elnagdy stated that that is what all policy
initiatives do.
Councilmember Doolan noted that it is not only about energy efficiency, but also about waste. She
stated that she felt the Council has the right to acknowledge that residents are creating great
amounts of waste through these projects and tell them to do so in a responsible manner.
Mayor Webster asked if other cities have incorporated teardown policies into sustainable building
policies. City Planner Grittman stated that Edina's teardown policy does relate to single-family
homes.
Assistant City Manager Morello informed the Council that most cities engage in more educational
practices when a single-family home teardown begins.
Councilmember Randle expressed approval of this option.
Councilmember Elnagdy noted concerns surrounding the wording of section B7. This section
allows the Council to exempt any project from the requirements if they find that the requirements
would be unduly burdensome. She asked whether there are statutory requirements for zoning and
sought clarification on whether any project could truly be exempted. City Planner Grittman
confirmed that if an individual seeks a variance, they must prove that there are unique
circumstances on their property that create difficulties in putting the property to a reasonable use.
If this can be done, the builder will be allowed to proceed with a project that varies from the code.
City Planner Grittman stated that item seven was simply added to allow flexibility. Councilmember
Elnagdy sought clarification on the language defining what constitutes an unduly burdensome act.
She stated that she felt that the practical difficulties of language, which are already well defined,
should be added here instead, even if it limits flexibility.
Councilmember Jenson noted that he does not feel they should write policy that encourages
seeking loopholes.
Councilmember Doolan asked whether there are purchases that require the owner to change the
zoning for the intended use of the new facility.
Councilmember Jenson asked Councilmember Doolan to clarify her question. He summarized his
interpretation of the question as whether a building owner seeking to improve their facilities must
comply with sustainable building practices. Councilmember Doolan stated that she was
discussing individuals who are seeking to change the purpose of their property.
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City Planner Grittman noted that this could be added as a requirement for a PUD or a Conditional
Use Permit. Adding this to the ordinance as a PUD would be flexible and appropriate. If this were
added as a Condition Use Permit, it would have to be included in the coding requirements. He
noted that rezoning is more difficult and concerns the land itself rather than the building. The City is
not permitted to put conditions on a rezoning request. He highlighted item B5 as addressing this.
He noted that, under the current language, if a building project accounts for more than 50 percent
of the County Building Evaluation, they are required to meet the sustainable building requirements.
Councilmember Doolan confirmed that the sustainable building requirements apply only to new
sections of structures being added to the preexisting structure, not to the preexisting structure
itself. City Planner Grittman stated that this is correct, but if the entire building is being remodeled,
the sustainable building practices do apply. He noted that this does not apply to residential
buildings at the moment, but that could be added.
Councilmember Doolan acknowledged that this may raise concerns about overregulation, as
highlighted by Councilmember Jenson.
City Planner Grittman clarified that if expanded to residential, it would likely concern multi-family
homes. Councilmember Elnagdy stated that applying these regulations to multi-family residential
units makes sense.
Mayor Webster asked Councilmember Elnagdy if she is proposing to add renovations to multi-
family buildings to item number five. Councilmember Elnagdy confirmed that she is.
City Planner Grittman asked if she had an idea for a unit threshold, and she stated she did not.
Councilmember Jenson noted that multi-family expansions and renovations are addressed in
items two and three. He asked if this adequately addressed the concern. City Planner Grittman
stated that this would apply only to the renovation of an existing multi-family structure, not to a
building that is being converted to a multi-family unit after previously being used for a different
purpose.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked what happens to a builder if they fail the compliance and
monitoring.
Councilmember Jenson proposed discussing the threshold standards in section C.
City Planner Grittman clarified that they are seeking to determine compliance percentages, but he
has no specific recommendations at this time. He noted it is difficult to measure the changes, as a
vacant building cannot be assessed for energy usage. Staff has attempted to add a test to the
ordinance to establish a baseline for energy usage.
Councilmember Jenson stated that it will be difficult to determine a specific percentage reduction.
He proposed that the builder provide information on the energy-efficient materials, equipment, and
appliances being installed in the building. He said measuring building requirements is easier than
measuring usage.
Councilmember Doolan agreed with Councilmember Jenson’s proposal. She proposed providing
builders with several sustainable options for their building process, which they must use a
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specified number of. She noted that Edina requested a 50 percent reduction from standard water
use for landscaping and believed that would be appropriate to measure in percentages, but that a
different metric should be used for other areas.
City Planner Grittman stated that when writing code, measurability and specificity are important,
and that these may be easier to achieve with percentages. He noted that the goal of this language is
to determine if the builders are making a marked improvement from the previous structure.
Mayor Webster asked whether Sustainability Coordinator Saulog could explore language that relies
on resources builders can refer to for more measurable efficiency. Councilmember Elnagdy asked
Mayor Webster to clarify whether she was seeking something similar to the proposed method by
Councilmember Doolan, which would provide a list of options to improve the building's
sustainability and require the builder to select a specific amount. Mayor Webster confirmed that
this was her goal.
City Planner Grittman expressed concern that all builders will likely select the cheapest items from
the list. Councilmember Doolan stated that this was likely okay as long as the options were
effective.
Councilmember Doolan appreciated the targets and thresholds, but proposed adding a limit on
water use for landscaping. Councilmember Jenson stated that there are already methods for
penalizing buildings that use excessive water.
Councilmember Doolan acknowledged community complaints about excessive watering of new
development lawns.
City Manager Yunker highlighted the possibility of landscape water-use limits that could restrict
individuals seeking to add green space.
City Manager Yunker expressed concerns about natural disasters or unplanned events that require
rebuilding under the Sustainable Building Ordinance, leaving individuals unable to rebuild due to
the high costs of sustainable building practices.
Councilmember Elnagdy proposed adding a clause similar to an “Acts of God” clause that exempts
individuals who experience an unforeseen disaster, such as a fire or tornado, from these
requirements.
Mayor Webster expressed support for requiring individuals who tear down single-family homes to
build a new home that complies with sustainable building requirements. She emphasized that
these individuals likely have the financial ability to incorporate these items and that sustainable
building will save the builder money in the future. However, she also recognized the struggles faced
by individuals forced to tear down their homes due to unforeseen circumstances and felt that
these homeowners should not be required to comply.
Councilmember Randle expressed his disapproval of the requirements for homeowners rebuilding
under any circumstances.
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Councilmember Doolan reminded the Council that this ordinance will also need to pass the
Planning Commission, where additional concerns regarding personal freedoms in home building
may be addressed.
Councilmember Jenson questioned how item C5 will be implemented. He expressed concern
about additional red tape and costs. Councilmember Doolan highlighted that there is no specific
target in this item.
City Planner Grittman noted that he was unsure at the moment what the target should be due to
idiosyncrasies between buildings. He stated that the builders would be expected to comply with
the plan for diverting waste.
Councilmember Doolan suggested providing a list of resources for waste diversion and reuse to
builders. She highlighted that this would also be beneficial and informative for other community
members seeking to remodel their homes, even if they were not required to comply with the
Sustainable Building Ordinance.
Councilmember Jenson asked who would be responsible for compiling the list of options and
resources for waste diversion. City Planner Grittman informed him that there are existing resources
that summarize these options, and that this would likely be the responsibility of Sustainability
Coordinator Saulog to acquire and distribute.
Councilmember Doolan stated that she believed the County already has lists of resources, given
its stated goals and requirements for waste reduction.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked what would be done if an unsatisfactory plan were provided. City
Planner Grittman stated that Staff would likely require the builder to rework the plan, or the builder
would attempt to appeal to the City Council.
City Manager Yunker noted that permits would likely not be issued until the plan was adequate.
Councilmember Elnagdy expressed concern that the lack of clarification would leave the City
vulnerable to complaints upon rejection. She proposed adding a line clarifying that plans may be
rejected if found inadequate.
Councilmember Jenson stated that, regarding item C6, he believed the percentage requirement
should be removed; otherwise, the language is acceptable as is. He noted that almost all
developments now include some ponding. City Planner Grittman confirmed that stormwater
management is required for projects that disturb more than an acre of land. The language in this
item attempts to require all projects that meet the thresholds of item B to incorporate stormwater
management, even if they disturb less than an acre.
Mayor Webster asked if a percentage would be required for item C6. City Planner Grittman stated
that he wanted a percentage requirement but would need to consult with the City Engineer first.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked what would happen to builders who failed the compliance and
monitoring process. City Planner Grittman stated that he believed that a fine would be imposed.
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Councilmember Jenson questioned whether a fine would be sufficient. City Planner Grittman
reminded the Council that if they continue noncompliance, the fine would be repeatedly imposed.
Councilmember Jenson stated that the Ruby phase two should be exempted from the
requirements, as they already have their PUD in process. Councilmember Doolan stated that she
believed they had already approved noncompliance for this project, as the two-year extension did
not require the builders to come back with a new PUD.
City Planner Grittman concurred with Councilmember Doolan. However, if they returned for
another extension, they could require the builders to comply with the Sustainable Building
Ordinance.
Mayor Webster thanked City Planner Grittman for his time and for answering their questions.
3. Future Work Session Dates, Times, and Agenda Items
A. Future Agenda Items
4. Adjournment
Mayor Webster adjourned the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Samina Crabtree
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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MEMORANDUM
To:Saint Anthony Village City Council
From:Stephen Grittman, City Planner
Date:May 26, 2026
Request: Review of Draft Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance Materials
BACKGROUND
This memorandum forwards draft language for a proposed ordinance amendment incorporating an
allowance for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) on single family parcels. The material is presented in a
table format with ordinance text and accompanying staff comments or notes on each section. The draft
materials have been reviewed with Fire, Engineering, and Public Works staff for content and
completeness.
Council discussion is requested to develop a consensus on the various aspects of the proposed code.
Any additional direction would be appreciated as we prepare to bring this forward for public hearing
and formal consideration.
RECOMMENDATION
No recommendations are made at this stage.
ATTACHMENTS
Draft Ordinance Language
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Section Draft Ordinance Text Staff Notes and Comments
§154.007 DEFINITIONS (zoning)
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (ADU). A
secondary dwelling unit, subordinate to the
principal dwelling on the parcel, occupied as a
separate dwelling with its own kitchen,
sanitation (bathroom), and sleeping area, along
with a separate exterior entrance to the
outdoors.
§154.176 ACCESSORY BUILDINGS
(I)Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)New Subsection
(1)Purpose and Intent
This Section establishes regulations relating to
the establishment and operation of Accessory
Dwelling Units (ADUs) on properties occupied by
a single family home. The purpose of these
regulations is the accommodation of additional
density in limited scope, and that are designed
and operated in ways that have the least
impacts on existing single family neighborhoods.
ADUs shall only be permitted on parcels that
meet all other land use regulations applicable to
any particular property, and as expressly
accessory uses, shall not be presumed to be
allowed on any parcel which is not otherwise in
full compliance with all other zoning, building,
fire, and other requirements.
General Information on the
reason and initial factors for
considering ADUs.
(2)Administrative Requirements
(a)ADUs may be located only on parcels occupied
by one single family detached dwelling in an R-1
or R-1A zoning district.
(b)Any ADU shall be required to be located on a
parcel on which either the principal dwelling or
the ADU is occupied by the owner of the
property as the owner’s homestead.
Note that when an owner of
property sells and converts
the parcel to a licensed rental
unit, a licensed ADU will need
to have its rental license
terminated.
(c)No parcel may contain more than one ADU per
single family detached dwelling.
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(d)Any ADU occupied by a renter shall require a
rental license, for which the City shall record as
a second class of single family rental licenses.
The City will monitor total
numbers of ADU rental
licenses as a separate class of
license.
(e)An ADU shall not be included in the eligible
number of single family dwelling rental licenses
in the City’s maximum rental license caps, either
for total or neighborhood-level totals.
ADUs will not be subject to
the overall rental cap – they
do not infringe on the
number of homes available
for owner occupancy.
(f)Short-term rentals shall not be allowed to
occupy ADUs.
This regulation furthers the
City’s intent to severely limit
STRs, since new ADUs are not
able to meet the “pre-
existing” STR license
requirement in current code.
(3)Operational Requirements
(a)Structure Requirement. Any ADU shall be
required to be part of, or attached to, an
existing principal dwelling or a detached garage.
No freestanding ADUs, nor any attachment to or
occupancy of any other accessory building shall
be allowed.
This regulation is intended to
limit lot coverage, and
further avoid the
propagation of additional
accessory buildings on the
City’s residential parcels.
Staff notes that the current
Accessory Building height
limitation is 15 feet
measured to the average
height of the roof, and 20
feet to the peak.
(b)Utility Connections. An ADU shall be connected
to City sanitary sewer and water supplies
through a connection to the principal dwelling.
No separate connections to City sewer or water
mains shall be permitted.
This limitation avoids double
metering on single family
parcels at the
recommendation of City
public works staff.
(c)Public Service Capacity. The City reserves the
right to cap ADU licensing in the event public
services (streets, sanitary sewer, water, parks, or
others) in any area of the City approach the
City’s service capacities.
Currently, there are no
limitations to public utility
capacities. Engineering staff
notes that ADUs function
essentially as additional
bedrooms on single family
homes, rather than full-
capacity dwellings.
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(d)Parking. Any licensed ADU must demonstrate
compliance with the City’s existing off-street
parking requirements for the principal dwelling
(2 spaces, at least one of which must be
enclosed), plus one additional off-street parking
space for the ADU.
(e)Floor Area. ADUs shall contain no less than 400
square feet of habitable space, and a maximum
of 600 square feet. Occupancies shall be limited
to no more than 2 adult occupants of 19 years of
age or greater, along with dependent minor
children less than 19 years of age.
All building codes shall apply to the ADU. In this
regard, total occupancy may be no greater than
one person for the first 150 square feet, one
person per each additional 100 square feet.
For reference, current code
sets a minimum of 500sf for
“efficiency” units in multi-
family buildings, and 650sf
for one-bedroom
apartments. The code
further sets a minimum of
750sf for 2-story single family
homes, 900sf for 1-1/2 story
single family homes, and
1,000sf for 1-story homes.
The total occupancy citation
is from the State Building
Code. Thus, a 400 square
foot dwelling may house 3
persons (two adults and one
child), and a 600 square foot
dwelling may house 5
persons (2 adults and 3
children).
The current ordinance limits
major accessory buildings to
a maximum area of 1,000
square feet (a 4-car garage).
The Council may wish to
discuss whether this may be
expanded for ADUs, or retain
the 1,000sf maximum.
(f)Accessibility and Egress. ADUs shall be provided
with at least one exterior entrance from the
outside to the living space, and one additional
access to the exterior (door or window) from
any sleeping area in the unit.
Exterior stairs may provide one access from
upper-level units where such stairs are
constructed of materials and colors similar to
This clause addresses
emergency escape and
access, including an
allowance for an exterior
stairway. It further gives the
Fire Dept. the ability to
review and approve access to
ensure safety both for
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those of the structure to which the stairs are
attached.
The owner of an ADU shall provide and maintain
access to the exterior entrance of the ADU,
including a path at least 4 feet in width from the
street to said entrance. The path shall be paved
or surfaced with paving or patio stones.
All access routes in this section shall be
maintained and clear of debris, snow, ice, or
other impediments. Fire officials shall have the
authority to review and approve any proposed
access plan prior to occupancy of the ADU.
residents and emergency
personnel.
The “paving or paver/patio
stone” requirement is
included to provide access to
emergency medical
personnel, particularly where
a wheeled stretcher needs to
be used.
(g)Addressing. A separate address for the ADU shall
be clearly depicted on the dwelling, visible from
the street, complying with the requirements of
Sectio 97.10, ADDRESS NUMBERS REQUIRED ON
BUILDINGS.
Staff proposed an address for
any ADU as:
“1234 Apt. A”
(h)Trash Removal. An ADU shall utilize trash and
recyclable bins and storage of the principal
dwelling, and shall not utilize separate
receptables.
This is intended to limit
collection issues on single
family properties, including
concerns over organized
collection contracts.
(i)Mailboxes. Mailbox locations for the ADU shall
be mounted adjacent to the existing principal
dwelling mailbox (if mail is delivered to the
door), or attached to an existing post (if mail is
delivered to a curbside mailbox).
This is intended to limit visual
clutter as well as avoid
conflicts with on-street
parking, etc.
(j)Utility Boxes. The owner of property seeking to
add an ADU shall make every attempt to work
with private utilities (electric, cable, fiber,
telephone, etc.) to place boxes in a clustered
location with those serving the principal
dwelling, or combine boxes where possible.
Again, this language is
intended to manage visual
clutter, when possible. It is
noted that regulation of
private utilities is difficult,
and this becomes a
suggestion, not a
requirement.
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FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Date Type Staff Present /
Contributing
Packet Due
Date
2026
June 9 Work
Session
Public Finance Policy
Franchise Fees
City Council
City Manager June 3
June 9 Regular Planning Commission Items from May City Council
City Manager June 3
June 23 Work
Session Comprehensive Plan Overview City Council
City Manager June 17
June 23 Regular City Council
City Manager June 17
June 30
Joint
Work
Session
Comprehensive Plan Preliminary Planning City Council
City Manager June 24
July 14 Work
Session Sustainable Building Ordinance
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
July 8
July 14 Regular
Planning Commission items from June
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Audit Report
Quarterly Goals Update
Active Transportation Demonstration
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
City Engineer
July 8
July 28 Work
Session 2027 Initial Property Tax Levy Scenarios
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
July 22
July 28 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 22
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 25 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
August 19
August 25 Regular 2027 Proposed Budget & Levy Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
August 19
September 8 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
September 2
September 8 Regular
Planning Commission items from August
2027 Preliminary Operating Budget and Debt Levy-PUBLIC HEARING
Students in Leadership-Consent
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
Engineer
September 2
September 22 Work
Session Existing and Future Community Center Needs Discussion City Council
City Manager September 16
15
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
16
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
May 11 Regular Planning Commission items from April
Salo Park Concert Series Presentation
City Council
City Manager May 5
17
FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Date Type Staff Present /
Contributing
Packet Due
Date
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
September 14 Regular
Planning Commission items from August
2028 Preliminary Operating Budget and Debt Levy-PUBLIC HEARING
Students in Leadership-Consent
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
Engineer
September 8
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