The Elk River City Council met on February 7, 2022. Some items of note from the meeting are as follows. On the consent agenda, they approved the following:
- Accepted public ownership of Monroe Estates’ streets, utilities and right of way.
- Approved a Temporary On Sale Liquor License for AEGIR Brewing Company’s St. Patrick’s Day event.
- Approved a study for the expansion of urban services (water, sewer) to Northeast Elk River.
- Approved the final plans for Highway 169 reconstruction.
- Hired Wastewater Operator Tyler Hall
On the regular agenda council acted as follows:
- Approved a study for the expansion of urban services (water, sewer) to Northeast Elk River.
- Approved the final plans for Highway 169 reconstruction.
- The Council received an update from Sherburne County Assessor Michelle Moen regarding the expected property valuation increases from the latest county appraisal.
- Proclaimed June 1, 2022, as Philip Collins Day in the City of Elk River in recognition of the firefighter’s retirement after over 33 years of service.
- Mayor Dietz issued the Oath of Office to Firefighters Yess, O’Connell, Hooper and Hampton who have successfully completed their probationary period.
- Introduced new employees Warren Ellington (Parks and Recreation) and Ryan Vadnais (Accountant)
- Hosted a public hearing to receive community feedback regarding a potential 1.7 mile trail along County Road 33. Following a discussion, the Council chose to not include the trail segment along the county road realignment.
- Approved a resolution requesting the state legislature to preserve local zoning and housing control for the future development of the community.
- Interviewed advisory commission candidates.
- Received information regarding a proposed purchase of commercial/industrial city property.
- Consented to combining two part-time secretary/receptionist positions to one full-time position.
- Agreed to amend city ordinance to allow only an administrative review process for permitted uses in accordance with city ordinances.
- Discussed city sponsorship of a Memorial Day parade. Mayor Dietz will bring further details to a future meeting for consideration.
Council meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m., and the third Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at Elk River City Hall (13065 Orono Parkway). The agenda for a Monday meeting is typically available the Friday before at ElkRiverMN.gov/agendas, and as always meetings are broadcasted live on ErTV and on the city’s website, as well as after the fact within 24-48 hours.