Tuesday, August 12, 2025 · 6:00 PM
One-line summary
Council approved the amended consent agenda, the 2026 law enforcement contract with amendments, Wood Duck Haven 2nd Addition, several policy and staffing changes, recycling vendor changes, a SolarApp+ grant application, legal-services RFP direction, new 8-4 office hours, and moving forward with Collaborative Planning for ordinance updates.
35 items as recorded in the agenda, packet, and minutes, each with a short summary of what was at issue.
1Call to Order
Call to order, pledge, roll call, code of conduct, and agenda approval.
The meeting was called to order, the agenda was amended to move recycling bulb and tire vendor items from consent to New Business, there were no public forum speakers, and the meeting later adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Agenda approved as amended, moving consent items 3f and 3g to New Business.
2Public Forum
Public forum.
The meeting was called to order, the agenda was amended to move recycling bulb and tire vendor items from consent to New Business, there were no public forum speakers, and the meeting later adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
No one signed up to speak.
3aApproval of July 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes
Approval of July 8, July 9, July 14, and July 23, 2025 City Council meeting minutes.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Approved under the consent agenda as amended.
3bClaims and Treasurer's Report
Approval of claims from July 2 to August 5 and Treasurer's Report for June and July 2025.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Approved under the consent agenda as amended.
3cShade Tent Structure Donation
Accepting donation of a shade tent structure behind the shop.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Approved under the consent agenda as amended.
3dCenterPoint Energy Grant for Gas Monitoring Equipment
Accepting CenterPoint Energy grant for Fire Department gas monitoring equipment.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Approved under the consent agenda as amended.
3eFinal JPA for Baugh Street Improvement Project
Final joint powers agreement for Baugh Street Improvement Project.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Approved under the consent agenda as amended.
3fChange Vendors for Recycling Bulbs
Change recycling bulb vendor.
After moving the bulb and tire vendor changes from consent to New Business, Council approved Resolutions 2025-77 and 2025-78 to change recycling vendors for tires and fluorescent bulbs, with future resident fees expected to return in the fee schedule review.
Moved from consent to New Business, then approved together with tire vendor change.
3gChange Vendors for Recycling Tires
Change recycling tire vendor.
After moving the bulb and tire vendor changes from consent to New Business, Council approved Resolutions 2025-77 and 2025-78 to change recycling vendors for tires and fluorescent bulbs, with future resident fees expected to return in the fee schedule review.
Moved from consent to New Business, then approved together with bulb vendor change.
3hNowthen Lions Donation for Night to Unite
Accepting donation from Nowthen Lions for Night to Unite.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Approved under the consent agenda as amended.
3i2nd Quarter Financial Report
Second quarter financial report.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Accepted under the consent agenda as amended.
3jPurple Lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Purchase purple lights for October Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Council approved the consent agenda as amended, including July meeting minutes, claims and treasurer reports, acceptance of a tent donation, a CenterPoint Energy grant, the final Baugh Street JPA, a Nowthen Lions Night to Unite donation, the second quarter financial report, and purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Approved under the consent agenda as amended.
4aCopy of Mailing for 2025 Overlay Project
Copy of mailing for 2025 Overlay Project.
Staff presented the mailing sent to affected residents for the 2025 Overlay Project and noted work was beginning that week; no further council discussion occurred.
Letter presented; no council discussion followed.
5aFire Department Monthly Report
Fire Department monthly report.
Chief Miller reported 21 July fire calls and said the new tanker was expected soon; he also reported that five firefighters coming off probation would receive fitted turnout gear costing $19,570 from existing budget savings.
Monthly report received.
6aSheriff's Department Monthly Report
Sheriff's Department monthly report.
Lieutenant Bangerter presented the July sheriff report, including 145 calls for service, Bar None incidents, fraud reports, and other notable calls; Council then approved the 2026 law enforcement contract with Attorney Ruppe's amendments on consultation before major scheduling changes, health insurance savings, and indemnification.
Monthly report received.
6b2026 Law Enforcement Contract
Authorize Mayor and Interim City Administrator to sign 2026 Law Enforcement Contract.
Lieutenant Bangerter presented the July sheriff report, including 145 calls for service, Bar None incidents, fraud reports, and other notable calls; Council then approved the 2026 law enforcement contract with Attorney Ruppe's amendments on consultation before major scheduling changes, health insurance savings, and indemnification.
Approved with amendments specified by Attorney Ruppe.
7aPlanning and Zoning Monthly Report
Planning and Zoning monthly report.
Council received the planning update and approved Resolution 2025-81 for Wood Duck Haven 2nd Addition preliminary and final plat, with the packet conditions addressing driveway/wetland issues, easements, title review, fees, septic review, and recording deadlines.
Monthly report received.
7bWood Duck Haven 2nd Addition - Preliminary Plat
Wood Duck Haven 2nd Addition preliminary plat.
Council received the planning update and approved Resolution 2025-81 for Wood Duck Haven 2nd Addition preliminary and final plat, with the packet conditions addressing driveway/wetland issues, easements, title review, fees, septic review, and recording deadlines.
Resolution approving preliminary and final plat was adopted; packet findings listed conditions.
7cRademacher Companies Concept Plan
Rademacher Companies concept plan.
Council reviewed a non-binding concept plan for 11 lots and 2 outlots in the Rural Residential Transition area, discussed road connectivity and the background of the area's minimum lot size, and took no formal action.
Council gave preliminary feedback only; no formal action required.
8aNight to Unite Report
Night to Unite report.
The Administrator reported a successful Night to Unite event with more than 200 attendees, new park equipment orders, and upcoming Jasper Street repair work to be coordinated with the 2026 overlay project.
Update received.
8bNew Park Equipment
New park equipment.
The Administrator reported a successful Night to Unite event with more than 200 attendees, new park equipment orders, and upcoming Jasper Street repair work to be coordinated with the 2026 overlay project.
Update received.
8cJasper St.
Jasper Street update.
The Administrator reported a successful Night to Unite event with more than 200 attendees, new park equipment orders, and upcoming Jasper Street repair work to be coordinated with the 2026 overlay project.
Update received.
9aCrosswalk Painting at 223rd Street and Baugh
Crosswalk painting at 223rd Street and Baugh.
After reviewing a student's request and Anoka County's safety concerns about speed, lighting, and rural road conditions, Council agreed not to install the requested crosswalk and Mayor Hybben said he would thank the student for her letter.
Council agreed not to proceed with installation.
9bKayak Vendor at Twin Lakes Park
Whether to allow a kayak vendor at Twin Lakes Park.
Council reviewed Rent.Fun's proposed kayak rental kiosk and optional game kiosk, discussed cost recovery and insurance concerns, and agreed to receive and file the information without moving forward.
Council received and filed the information without a formal vote.
9cMinnesota Round Dance Council Town Hall Use and Fee Adjustment
Use of Town Hall by Minnesota Round Dance Council and fee adjustment.
Council approved Resolution 2025-82 allowing the Minnesota Round Dance Council to use the Historic Town Hall at a reduced nightly rate, with one dissenting vote based on concerns about precedent.
Approved 4-1.
9dData Practices Policy
Data Practices Policy to be added to Personnel Policy.
Council approved a Data Practices Policy for the personnel policy, including a $20 flat data search fee and a $0.25 per-page paper copy charge.
Policy approved.
9eDog License Process
Whether to continue dog license process.
Because compliance was low and enforcement value was limited, Council voted to end dog licensing and directed staff to remove dog licensing references from City ordinances.
Council voted to end dog licensing and direct ordinance updates.
9fDress Code Amendments
Dress Code amendments to be added to Personnel Policy.
Council approved dress code amendments to the personnel policy on a 3-2 vote, with the adopted motion excluding T-shirts as acceptable office attire.
Approved 3-2, excluding T-shirts as acceptable office attire.
9gSolarApp+ Grant Through Baseline
Apply for SolarApp+ grant through Baseline.
Council approved Resolution 2025-83 to apply for a SolarApp+ grant through Baseline, with the packet describing a $5,000 setup fee payable from grant funds and potential total incentive eligibility of $10,000.
Resolution 2025-83 approved.
9hRFP for City Attorney and Prosecuting Attorney
RFP for City Attorney and Prosecuting Attorney.
Council directed staff to draft and issue an RFP for City Attorney and Prosecuting Attorney services as a periodic review of professional service contracts, while noting the action was not based on dissatisfaction with current counsel.
Staff directed to draft and issue an RFP.
9iChange City Office Hours
Change City Office hours.
Council voted to change public office hours from the prior 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule to 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Office hours changed to 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
10aOrdinance Update Proposals
Ordinance update proposals.
Council selected Collaborative Planning for the zoning ordinance update and directed staff to identify funding sources, after comparing Collaborative Planning's proposal with WSB's higher-cost proposal and discussing possible use of building improvement funds.
Council chose Collaborative Planning and directed staff to identify funding sources.
10bAdministrative Job Descriptions
Administrative job descriptions for Deputy Clerk, Administrative Assistant, and Front Desk/Receptionist.
Council approved administrative job descriptions, approved Natalie Johnson's City Clerk employment agreement as amended, and approved Resolution 2025-84 appointing Johnson as the City's responsible authority.
Approved as presented.
10cCity Clerk Job Description and Employment Agreement
City Clerk job description and employment agreement, including delegation/responsible authority resolution.
Council approved administrative job descriptions, approved Natalie Johnson's City Clerk employment agreement as amended, and approved Resolution 2025-84 appointing Johnson as the City's responsible authority.
Employment agreement approved as amended, and Resolution 2025-84 appointing responsible authority approved.
11Adjourn
Adjournment.
The meeting was called to order, the agenda was amended to move recycling bulb and tire vendor items from consent to New Business, there were no public forum speakers, and the meeting later adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
17 motions on the record. Split votes are highlighted.
M1MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, TO APPROVE AGENDA AS AMENDED WITH MOVING CONSENT ITEMS 3F AND 3G TO NEW BUSINESS.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by RAINVILLE
M2MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by RAINVILLE
M3MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-80 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND INTERIM CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO SIGN THE 2026 LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTRACT WITH AMENDMENTS SPECIFIED BY ATTORNEY RUPPE.
moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by GLASER
M4MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER TO ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-81 APPROVING A PRELIMINARY AND FINAL PLAT FOR DEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS WOOD DUCK HAVEN 2ND ADDITION.
moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by GLASER
M5MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-82 APPROVING THE USE OF THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL FOR THE MINNESOTA ROUND DANCE COUNCIL AND GRANTING A FEE ADJUSTMENT.
moved by GLASER, seconded by SWENSON
M6MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON TO APPROVE THE DATA PRACTICE POLICY.
moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by SWENSON
M7MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER TO END THE PRACTICE OF LICENSING DOGS AND DIRECT STAFF TO UPDATE CITY ORDINANCES TO REMOVE ALL REFERENCES TO DOG LICENSING.
moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by GLASER
M8MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER TO APPROVE THE DRESS CODE POLICY EXCLUDING T-SHIRTS AS ACCEPTABLE OFFICE ATTIRE.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by GLASER
M9MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-83 APPROVAL TO APPLY FOR A SOLARAPP+ GRANT THROUGH BASELINE.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by RAINVILLE
M10MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON TO DIRECT STAFF TO PROCEED WITH DRAFTING AND ISSUING A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR CITY ATTORNEY AND PROSECUTING ATTORNEY SERVICES.
moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by SWENSON
M11MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER TO CHANGE THE CITY OFFICE HOURS TO 8-4 AS PROPOSED.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by GLASER
M12MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-77 AND 2025-78 APPROVAL TO CHANGE VENDORS FOR TIRES AND FLUORESCENT BULBS.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by RAINVILLE
M13MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN TO MOVE FORWARD WITH UPDATING ORDINANCES USING COLLABORATIVE PLANNING AND DIRECT STAFF TO IDENTIFY FUNDING SOURCES, POTENTIALLY USING BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS FUNDS OR DETERMINING WHETHER THE PROJECT WOULD SPAN 2025 AND 2026 BUDGETS.
moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by HYBBEN
M14MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON TO APPROVE THE ADMINISTRATIVE JOB DESCRIPTIONS AS PRESENTED.
moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by SWENSON
M15MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN TO OFFER NATALIE JOHNSON THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR CITY CLERK AS AMENDED.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by HYBBEN
M16MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 2025-84 APPOINTING A CITY RESPONSIBLE AUTHORITY.
moved by BREYEN, seconded by GLASER
M17MOTION TO ADJOURN BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE.
moved by RAINVILLE
Amounts named in or tied to a motion that passed, each shown with the motion. A motion can approve an amount, cap it, or remove it from a list, so read the motion text. These links are AI-extracted, and the minutes control.
City's capped share of Baugh Street reconstruction construction and engineering costs.
$72,523
Estimated city construction share before construction engineering.
$67,151
Estimated construction engineering cost at 8% of the city construction share.
$5,372
Purchase and placement of purple lights for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
$80
June 30, 2025 city cash and investments in the second quarter financial report.
$2,497,071
Second quarter financial report summary of assets.
$3,732,000
Second quarter financial report summary of liabilities.
$829,000
Second quarter financial report summary of fund balances.
$2,903,000
Actual general fund expenditures through June 30, 2025.
$1,007,049
Recycling fund net loss in the June 30, 2025 financial report.
$26,041
2026 Anoka County law enforcement contract before Police State Aid credit.
$544,855
Net cost to Nowthen after estimated Police State Aid credit.
$527,971
One-time Baseline setup fee payable only if the grant is awarded.
$5,000
Fixed fee for Collaborative Planning zoning ordinance update proposal selected by council.
$25,000
Previously set aside building improvement funds discussed as a possible funding source for ordinance updates.
$60,000
Lower end of approved Front Desk/Receptionist job description pay range.
$18
Upper end of approved Front Desk/Receptionist job description pay range.
$23
Salary in the City Clerk employment agreement approved as amended.
$105,000
Monthly cell phone reimbursement in City Clerk employment agreement.
$40
Proposed bulb recycling vendor pickup fee listed in comparison table.
$75
D & G Tire comparison lists no pickup charge and 0.00 fuel charge.
$0
Documents and recordings archived for this meeting, when available.
Meeting City Council Meeting — Minutes (2025-08-12)
Minutes · Tuesday, August 12, 2025
11 pages
Meeting City Council Meeting — Agenda Packet (2025-08-12)
Packet · Tuesday, August 12, 2025
204 pages
jpa_exhibit.pdf
Document · Tuesday, August 12, 2025
1 pages
Meeting City Council Meeting — Agenda (2025-08-12)
Agenda · Tuesday, August 12, 2025
2 pages
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