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Nowthen City Council meeting, February 10, 2026

City Council

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

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What was on the agenda.

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One-line summary

Council approved multiple consent items, bought a used Dell server, authorized security and safety-glass upgrades, chose GovDeals for a roll-off sale, approved Historic Town Hall wall repairs, retained Couri & Ruppe for civil legal work, selected Beck Law for prosecution, and rejected a motion to stop flying the Minnesota state flag.

What was on the agenda

27 items as recorded in the agenda, packet, and minutes, each with a short summary of what was at issue.

  1. 1Call to Order

    Call to order, pledge, roll call, and agenda approval.

    Agenda approved as amended: 5a and 8a moved to consent, and 3b moved to New Business 10h.

    • meeting administration
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda# 1. Call to Order · Pledge of Allegiance . Roll Call · Approve Agendap. 1February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE AGENDA AS AMENDED WITH 5A AND 8A MOVED TO CONSENT, AND 3B TO 10H. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, BREYEN, GLASER AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  2. 2Public Forum

    Public forum.

    A resident spoke during public forum against flying the new Minnesota state flag. Later, Council reconsidered the issue, but a motion not to fly the state flag failed 2-3, leaving the prior practice unchanged.

    Brady Kreger spoke about the Minnesota state flag, and Senator Eric Lucero gave a legislative preview.

    • public forum
    • Minnesota state flag
    • legislative preview
    Discussion only
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda2\. Public Forump. 1February 10, 2026 MinutesBrady Kreger 6XXX 207th Avenue NW - Mr. Brady Kreger addressed the Council regarding his complaint about the new Minnesota state flag.p. 1February 10, 2026 MinutesSenator Lucero - Senator Eric Lucero provided a legislative preview, noting the upcoming session would begin the following week.

  3. 3aApproval of January 13, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes

    Approval of January 13, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Approved under the amended consent agenda.

    • consent agenda
    • minutes
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendaa) Approval of January 13, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes.p. 2February 10, 2026 MinutesThe Consent Agenda was approved, which included: · Approval of January 13, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes

  4. 3bApproval of Claims and Treasurer's Report

    Approval of claims from January 8, 2026, to February 4 and the January Treasurer's Report.

    Claims were pulled from consent so Council Member Glaser could ask about several expenses, including code compliance legal services, Fire Safety USA work, and a tool cat repair. After discussion, Council approved the claims as presented.

    Moved from consent to New Business 10h and approved after questions.

    • claims
    • treasurer report
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendab) Approval of Claims from January 8, 2026, to February 4 and the Treasurer's Report for January.p. 1February 10, 2026 MinutesCouncil Member Glaser requested to move 3b which is the claims to New Business 10h.p. 7February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  5. 3cGenerator Power Systems

    Generator Power Systems contract signing.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Approved under the amended consent agenda as Resolution 2026-13.

    • consent agenda
    • generator maintenance
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendac) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Approving the Signing of the Generator Power Systems.p. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Approval of Resolution 2026-13 Approving the Signing of the Generator Power Systems

  6. 3dAnoka Ramsey Athletic Association Donation

    Accept Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association 4th quarter donation.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Approved under the amended consent agenda as Resolution 2026-14.

    • consent agenda
    • donation
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendad) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Accepting 4th Quarter Donation from Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association.p. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Approval of Resolution 2026-14 Accepting 4th Quarter Donation from Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association

  7. 3eElk River Youth Hockey Association Donation

    Accept Elk River Youth Hockey Association 4th quarter donation.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Approved under the amended consent agenda as Resolution 2026-15.

    • consent agenda
    • donation
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendae) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Accepting 4th Quarter Donation from Elk River Youth Hockey Association.p. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Approval of Resolution 2026-15 Accepting 4th Quarter Donation from Elk River Youth Hockey Association

  8. 3fSafeAssure Training Renewal

    SafeAssure training renewal.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Approved under the amended consent agenda as Resolution 2026-16.

    • consent agenda
    • safety training
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendaf) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Safe Assure Training Renewal.p. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Approval of Resolution 2026-16 Safe Assure Training Renewal

  9. 3gPlanning and Zoning Commission Policy

    Planning and Zoning Commission policy.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Approved under the amended consent agenda as Resolution 2026-17.

    • consent agenda
    • Planning and Zoning Commission policy
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendag) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Approving the Planning and Zoning Commission Policy.p. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Approval of Resolution 2026-17 Approving the Planning and Zoning Commission Policy

  10. 3hURRWMO Budget

    Ratify the URRWMO Budget.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Approved under the amended consent agenda.

    • consent agenda
    • URRWMO budget
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendah) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Ratifying the URRWMO Budget.p. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Ratifying the URRWMO Budget

  11. 4Tools for Business Proposed Tech Projects for 2026

    Presentation by Tools for Business on proposed 2026 technology projects.

    Tools for Business discussed replacing the city server, buying a used server, or moving files to Microsoft 365 cloud storage. After weighing security, reliability, and cost, Council approved buying a lightly used Dell PowerEdge T350 for $3,180.

    The presentation was taken later in the meeting, and Council approved buying a lightly used Dell PowerEdge T350 server.

    • technology projects
    • server replacement
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda4\. Presentation by Tools for Business for Proposed Tech Projects for 2026p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO REPLACE THE SERVER WITH THE LIGHTLY USED DELL POWEREDGE T350 FOR $3,180. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON , GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  12. 5aRelease of Funds for Petersen Acres

    Release of funds for Petersen Acres.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Moved to consent and approved as Resolution 2026-18.

    • consent agenda
    • Petersen Acres
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendaa) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Accepting the Release of Funds for Petersen Acres.p. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Approval of Resolution 2026-18 Accepting the Release of Funds for Petersen Acres (moved from regular agenda)

  13. 6aFire Department Monthly Report

    Fire Department monthly report.

    The Fire Department reported 23 January calls and the onboarding of four new firefighters. The Sheriff's Office reported 133 calls for service, including 12 at Bar None, and Lieutenant Bangerter discussed Bar None incidents and a tentative April Meet the Deputy Night.

    Monthly report received; no vote recorded.

    • Fire Department
    Discussion only
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda6\. Fire Department a) Monthly Reportp. 2February 10, 2026 MinutesMayor Hybben reported that Chief Miller was unable to attend. For January, the Fire Department had 23 total calls: 3 for fire, 11 medical, 1 for carbon monoxide, 3 mutual aid responses, 1 power line down, and 1 public assistance.

  14. 7aSheriff's Department Monthly Report

    Sheriff's Department monthly report.

    The Fire Department reported 23 January calls and the onboarding of four new firefighters. The Sheriff's Office reported 133 calls for service, including 12 at Bar None, and Lieutenant Bangerter discussed Bar None incidents and a tentative April Meet the Deputy Night.

    Monthly report received; no vote recorded.

    • Sheriff's Department
    • Bar None
    Discussion only
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda7\. Sheriff's Department a) Monthly Reportp. 2February 10, 2026 MinutesLieutenant Bangerter provided the Sheriff's Office report for January 2026. The department responded to 133 calls for service, including 12 from Bar None facility, 9 alarms, 16 medicals, and 19 animal calls.

  15. 8aPlanning and Zoning Monthly Report

    Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Council approved the amended consent agenda, which included the prior meeting minutes, the Generator Power Systems maintenance contract, two gambling-related donations, the SafeAssure renewal, the Planning and Zoning Commission policy update, ratification of the URRWMO budget, Petersen Acres financial security release, and the Planning and Zoning monthly report.

    Moved to consent and approved with the amended consent agenda.

    • consent agenda
    • Planning and Zoning
    Consent calendar
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda8\. Planning and Zoning a) Monthly Reportp. 2February 10, 2026 Minutes· Planning and Zoning Monthly Report (moved from regular agenda)

  16. 8bRecognize the Resignation of Dale Ames

    Recognize Dale Ames' resignation from the Planning and Zoning Commission.

    Council thanked Dale Ames for 50 years of service and accepted his resignation from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Later, Council discussed the vacancy and agreed to keep applications open for 30 days, have the Commission interview candidates, and bring a recommendation back to Council.

    Council thanked Mr. Ames and accepted his resignation.

    • Planning and Zoning Commission
    • Dale Ames resignation
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendab) Recognize the Resignation of Dale Ames from the Planning and Zoning Commission.p. 3February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, TO THANK MR. AMES FOR HIS SERVICE AND ACCEPT HIS RESIGNATION FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED

  17. 9aClerk's Monthly Update

    Clerk's monthly update.

    Monthly update received; no vote recorded.

    • Clerk update
    Discussion only
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda9\. Clerk's Update a) Monthly updatep. 3February 10, 2026 MinutesCity Clerk Johnson provided a monthly update, noting that she attended the State of the City luncheon, which included interesting information about ongoing work on a bridge over the Mississippi from Ramsey to Dayton.

  18. 9bStaff Goals and Council Priorities for 2026

    Discuss and decide staff goals and Council priorities for 2026.

    City Clerk Johnson presented a broad list of 2026 goals and tasks. Council chose to review the list and return with recommendations at the next meeting, and also discussed holding an April work session for longer-range priorities before Capital Improvement Plan work.

    Council decided to review the list and bring recommendations to the next meeting; a work session in April was also discussed.

    • 2026 priorities
    • staff goals
    Discussion only
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendab) Discuss and Decide Staff Goals and Council Priorities for 2026.p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesAfter discussion, the Council decided to review the materials and bring recommendations to the next meeting.

  19. 10aSecurity Updates to City Buildings

    Security updates to City buildings.

    Council approved replacing the aging city office security alarm box, with the motion capped at $1,134 even though the packet quote was $1,134.99. Council also approved Heat Mizer Glass to install tempered safety glass at the City Offices, not to exceed $1,000.

    Approved as Resolution 2026-23, not to exceed $1,134.

    • security updates
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendaa) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Providing Security Updates to City Buildings.p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SECURITY UPDATES TO CITY BUILDINGS NOT TO EXCEED $1,134. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  20. 10bGovDeals to Sell Used Roll-off

    Approve GovDeals to sell used roll-off.

    Council Member Glaser presented research on surplus auction platforms and recommended GovDeals. Council approved using GovDeals to sell the used roll-off with a $2,000 reserve and a 30-day auction period.

    Approved as Resolution 2026-19 with a $2,000 reserve and 30-day auction period.

    • surplus equipment
    • GovDeals
    • roll-off
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendab) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Approving GovDeals to Sell Used Roll-off.p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE GOVDEALS TO SELL THE USED ROLL-OFF WITH A RESERVE OF $2,000 FOR 30 DAYS. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS BREYEN, GLASER, SWENSON, RAINVILLE, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  21. 10cFix the Walls at the Historic Town Hall

    Accept a quote to fix the walls at the Historic Town Hall.

    Council reviewed quotes for repairing and painting the Historic Town Hall walls. It approved Neiman/Niemann Painting for $3,550, allowed up to $1,000 more for additional painting, and authorized staff to select colors.

    Approved as Resolution 2026-20, selecting Neiman Painting for $3,550 plus up to $1,000 for additional painting.

    • Historic Town Hall
    • wall repairs
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendac) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Accepting a Quote to Fix the Walls at the Historic Town Hall.p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE QUOTE FROM NEIMAN PAINTING FOR $3,550 TO FIX THE WALLS AT THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL, WITH ADDITIONAL PAINTING OF THE REST OF THE AREA NOT TO EXCEED $1,000, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SELECT THE COLORS. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, C…

  22. 10dSafety Glass at the City Offices

    Purchase and install safety glass at City Offices.

    Council approved replacing the aging city office security alarm box, with the motion capped at $1,134 even though the packet quote was $1,134.99. Council also approved Heat Mizer Glass to install tempered safety glass at the City Offices, not to exceed $1,000.

    Approved as Resolution 2026-21, not to exceed $1,000.

    • City Offices
    • safety glass
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendad) Approval of Resolution 2026-XX Approval to Purchase and Install Safety Glass at the City Offices.p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL SAFETY GLASS AT THE CITY OFFICES FROM HEAT MISER GLASS NOT TO EXCEED $1,000. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS BREYEN, GLASER, SWENSON, RAINVILLE, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  23. 10eCivil and Prosecuting Attorney Services RFPs

    Discuss RFPs for civil and prosecuting attorney services.

    Council reviewed proposals for civil and prosecuting attorney services. It decided to keep Couri & Ruppe as civil attorney, citing experience and ongoing work, and to switch prosecution services to Beck Law under its flat monthly retainer proposal.

    Council retained Couri & Ruppe for civil attorney services and selected Beck Law for prosecution services.

    • attorney services
    • RFP
    Approved
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendae) Discuss Received RFP for Civil and Prosecuting Attorney Services Offices.p. 6February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN, MOTION CARRIED.

  24. 10fPlanning and Zoning Vacancy Process

    Discuss the process for filling the open Planning and Zoning vacancy.

    Council thanked Dale Ames for 50 years of service and accepted his resignation from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Later, Council discussed the vacancy and agreed to keep applications open for 30 days, have the Commission interview candidates, and bring a recommendation back to Council.

    No motion was recorded; Council agreed on a process with applications open for 30 days and Commission interviews.

    • Planning and Zoning vacancy
    Discussion only
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendaf) Discuss the Process of Filling the Open Planning and Zoning Vacancy.p. 6February 10, 2026 MinutesThe Council agreed to keep the application period open for 30 days, have the commission conduct interviews, and then bring a recommendation to the Council.

  25. 10gMinnesota State Flag

    Discussion regarding the Minnesota State Flag at the City Offices and Historic Town Hall.

    A resident spoke during public forum against flying the new Minnesota state flag. Later, Council reconsidered the issue, but a motion not to fly the state flag failed 2-3, leaving the prior practice unchanged.

    The motion not to fly the Minnesota State Flag failed 2-3.

    • Minnesota state flag
    Denied
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agendag) Discussion Regarding the Minnesota State Flag at the Nowthen City Offices and Historic Town Hall.p. 7February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO NOT FLY THE MINNESOTA STATE FLAG BASED ON CURRENT CONDITIONS. 2 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS GLASER AND BREYEN. 3 NAYS VIA ROLL CALL, MAYOR HYBBEN, COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, AND COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE. MOTION FAILED.

  26. 11aComcast Update

    Comcast update.

    Mayor Hybben reported that 1,069 residential properties were ready for Comcast service, with work continuing in the northwest and unsubsidized areas. Council discussed publicizing service availability because some residents may not know they can sign up.

    Update received; no vote recorded.

    • Comcast
    Discussion only
    p. 1February 10, 2026 Agenda# 11. Old Business a) Comcast Updatep. 7February 10, 2026 MinutesMayor Hybben provided an update on Comcast's progress. Currently, 1,069 residential properties are "make ready," meaning they could have Comcast service activated.

  27. 12Adjourn

    Adjournment.

    Meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m.; minutes do not record a vote tally for adjournment.

    • meeting administration
    Approved
    p. 2February 10, 2026 Agenda12. Adjournp. 8February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION TO ADJOURN BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON. The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 p.m.

Motions and votes

12 motions on the record. Split votes are highlighted.

  • M1MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE AGENDA AS AMENDED WITH 5A AND 8A MOVED TO CONSENT, AND 3B TO 10H.

    moved by BREYEN, seconded by SWENSON

    Passed
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YSWENSON
    • YBREYEN
    • YGLASER
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 1February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE AGENDA AS AMENDED WITH 5A AND 8A MOVED TO CONSENT, AND 3B TO 10H. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, BREYEN, GLASER AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  • M2MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED.

    moved by BREYEN, seconded by SWENSON

    Passed
    • YBREYEN
    • YSWENSON
    • YGLASER
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 2February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SWENSON, GLASER, RAINVILLE, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  • M3MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, TO THANK MR. AMES FOR HIS SERVICE AND ACCEPT HIS RESIGNATION FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION.

    moved by BREYEN, seconded by RAINVILLE

    Passed
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YSWENSON
    • YGLASER
    • YBREYEN
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 3February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, TO THANK MR. AMES FOR HIS SERVICE AND ACCEPT HIS RESIGNATION FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED

  • M4MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO REPLACE THE SERVER WITH THE LIGHTLY USED DELL POWEREDGE T350 FOR $3,180.

    moved by BREYEN, seconded by SWENSON

    Passed
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YSWENSON
    • YGLASER
    • YBREYEN
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO REPLACE THE SERVER WITH THE LIGHTLY USED DELL POWEREDGE T350 FOR $3,180. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON , GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  • M5MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SECURITY UPDATES TO CITY BUILDINGS NOT TO EXCEED $1,134.

    moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by BREYEN

    Passed
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YSWENSON
    • YGLASER
    • YBREYEN
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SECURITY UPDATES TO CITY BUILDINGS NOT TO EXCEED $1,134. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  • M6MOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE GOVDEALS TO SELL THE USED ROLL-OFF WITH A RESERVE OF $2,000 FOR 30 DAYS.

    moved by HYBBEN, seconded by SWENSON

    Passed
    • YBREYEN
    • YGLASER
    • YSWENSON
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE GOVDEALS TO SELL THE USED ROLL-OFF WITH A RESERVE OF $2,000 FOR 30 DAYS. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS BREYEN, GLASER, SWENSON, RAINVILLE, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  • M7MOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE QUOTE FROM NEIMAN PAINTING FOR $3,550 TO FIX THE WALLS AT THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL, WITH ADDITIONAL PAINTING OF THE REST OF THE AREA NOT TO EXCEED $1,000, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SELECT THE COLORS.

    moved by HYBBEN, seconded by SWENSON

    Passed
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YSWENSON
    • YGLASER
    • YBREYEN
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE QUOTE FROM NEIMAN PAINTING FOR $3,550 TO FIX THE WALLS AT THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL, WITH ADDITIONAL PAINTING OF THE REST OF THE AREA NOT TO EXCEED $1,000, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SELECT THE COLORS. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, C…

  • M8MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL SAFETY GLASS AT THE CITY OFFICES FROM HEAT MISER GLASS NOT TO EXCEED $1,000.

    moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by HYBBEN

    Passed
    • YBREYEN
    • YGLASER
    • YSWENSON
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL SAFETY GLASS AT THE CITY OFFICES FROM HEAT MISER GLASS NOT TO EXCEED $1,000. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS BREYEN, GLASER, SWENSON, RAINVILLE, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  • M9MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES.

    moved by SWENSON, seconded by HYBBEN

    Passed
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YSWENSON
    • YGLASER
    • YBREYEN
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 6February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN, MOTION CARRIED.

  • M10MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO NOT FLY THE MINNESOTA STATE FLAG BASED ON CURRENT CONDITIONS.

    moved by GLASER, seconded by BREYEN

    FailedSplit vote
    • YGLASER
    • YBREYEN
    • NHYBBEN
    • NSWENSON
    • NRAINVILLE
    p. 7February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER GLASER, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO NOT FLY THE MINNESOTA STATE FLAG BASED ON CURRENT CONDITIONS. 2 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS GLASER AND BREYEN. 3 NAYS VIA ROLL CALL, MAYOR HYBBEN, COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, AND COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE. MOTION FAILED.

  • M11MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED.

    moved by RAINVILLE, seconded by BREYEN

    Passed
    • YRAINVILLE
    • YSWENSON
    • YGLASER
    • YBREYEN
    • YHYBBEN
    p. 7February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. 5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL, COUNCIL MEMBERS RAINVILLE, SWENSON, GLASER, BREYEN, AND MAYOR HYBBEN. MOTION CARRIED.

  • M12MOTION TO ADJOURN BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON.

    moved by BREYEN, seconded by SWENSON

    Passed
    p. 8February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION TO ADJOURN BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON. The meeting was adjourned at 9:03 p.m.

Dollar amounts in motions

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.

  • Treasurer checking balance

    $345,390

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 10February 10, 2026 Packet<td>1/31/2026</td> <td>Pine River State Bank</td> <td>Checking Acct.</td> <td></td> <td></td> <td></td> <td>$345,390.08</td>

  • Treasurer cd balance

    $2,357,100

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 10February 10, 2026 Packet<td>1/31/2026</td> <td>PMA Financial Network</td> <td>CD's Fixed Income</td> <td></td> <td></td> <td></td> <td>$2,357,100.00</td>

  • Treasurer money market balance

    $131,560

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 10February 10, 2026 Packet<td>1/31/2026</td> <td>4M, 4MP &amp; GO Funds</td> <td colspan="2">Money Market Fund</td> <td>$0.00</td> <td></td> <td>$131,559.50</td>

  • Treasurer adjusted bank total

    $2,821,579

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 10February 10, 2026 Packet<tr> <td colspan="2">Adjusted Bank Total</td> <td>$2,821,578.92</td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"></td> <td></td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2">SCHEDULE 1 Ending Balance:</td> <td>$2,821,578.92</td>

  • Generator maintenance total 2026

    $1,355

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 13February 10, 2026 Packet<td colspan="3">Total 2026 Price:</td> <td>$1,355.00</td>p. 16February 10, 2026 PacketWHEREAS, Generator Power Systems' quote for preventative service totals $1,355.00 plus $2.00 per mile for travel. The 2025 contract quote was $1,805.00, with no charges for mileage.

  • Generator maintenance facility line

    $705

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 13February 10, 2026 Packet<td>A.</td> <td>ATTACHMENT A:</td> <td colspan="2">Price:</td> <td>$705.00</td>

  • Generator fire hall line

    $650

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 13February 10, 2026 Packet<td>B.</td> <td colspan="2">ATTACHMENT B:</td> <td>Price:</td> <td>$650.00</td>

  • Safeassure service agreement

    $2,029

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 28February 10, 2026 PacketWHEREAS, the cost for this 12-month service agreement is $2,028.54 beginning March 1, 2026. The 2025 fees were $1,913.72.

  • Urrwmo 2027 budget total

    $59,640

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 44February 10, 2026 PacketThe Upper Rum River Watershed Management Organization (URRWMO) board has developed its recommended 2027 budget of $59,640.

  • Urrwmo nowthen share

    $12,781

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE CONSENT AGENDA AS AMENDED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 46February 10, 2026 Packet<td>Grand Total</td> <td>$59,640.00</td> <td>$2,714.07</td> <td>$13,261.65</td> <td>$3,010.02</td> <td>$12,780.74</td> <td>$16,327.42</td> <td>$11,546.10</td> <td>$59,640.00</td>

  • Used server purchase

    $3,180

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO REPLACE THE SERVER WITH THE LIGHTLY USED DELL POWEREDGE T350 FOR $3,180. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO REPLACE THE SERVER WITH THE LIGHTLY USED DELL POWEREDGE T350 FOR $3,180.p. 50February 10, 2026 Packet. I have access to a lightly used Dell PowerEdge T350 server. The current estimate is $3180.00.

  • Security update approved cap

    $1,134

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SECURITY UPDATES TO CITY BUILDINGS NOT TO EXCEED $1,134. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SECURITY UPDATES TO CITY BUILDINGS NOT TO EXCEED $1,134.

  • Security update quote

    $1,135

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SECURITY UPDATES TO CITY BUILDINGS NOT TO EXCEED $1,134. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 91February 10, 2026 Packetstaff recommend building these costs into the 2027 budget and replacing the existing box at the city office per proposal WHSQ31374 in the amount of $1,134.99.p. 92February 10, 2026 Packet<td>System Total</td> <td>$1,134.99</td>

  • Security monthly increase

    $45

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SECURITY UPDATES TO CITY BUILDINGS NOT TO EXCEED $1,134. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 91February 10, 2026 PacketThe monthly cost is currently $85.35, for our combination Fire/Security (no charge for the security) which includes the annual fire inspection, the increase to the city is. $44.90 for month, which is for basic monitoring, cellular service, and smart phone app.

  • Govdeals buyer premium percent

    $13

    Motion MOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE GOVDEALS TO SELL THE USED ROLL-OFF WITH A RESERVE OF $2,000 FOR 30 DAYS. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 118February 10, 2026 PacketGovDeals is an online auction platform that has a buyer's premium of 12.5% if the City of Nowthen were to have no cost.

  • Historic town hall wall repair neiman

    $3,550

    Motion MOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE QUOTE FROM NEIMAN PAINTING FOR $3,550 TO FIX THE WALLS AT THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL, WITH ADDITIONAL PAINTING OF THE REST OF THE AREA NOT TO EXCEED $1,000, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SELECT THE COLORS. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE QUOTE FROM NEIMAN PAINTING FOR $3,550 TO FIX THE WALLS AT THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL, WITH ADDITIONAL PAINTING OF THE REST OF THE AREA NOT TO EXCEED $1,000, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SELECT THE COLORS.p. 125February 10, 2026 PacketNiemann Painting - $3,550.00 Mr. Handyman - $8,665.00

  • Historic town hall additional painting cap

    $1,000

    Motion MOTION BY MAYOR HYBBEN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE QUOTE FROM NEIMAN PAINTING FOR $3,550 TO FIX THE WALLS AT THE HISTORIC TOWN HALL, WITH ADDITIONAL PAINTING OF THE REST OF THE AREA NOT TO EXCEED $1,000, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SELECT THE COLORS. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesWITH ADDITIONAL PAINTING OF THE REST OF THE AREA NOT TO EXCEED $1,000, AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SELECT THE COLORS.

  • Safety glass approved cap

    $1,000

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL SAFETY GLASS AT THE CITY OFFICES FROM HEAT MISER GLASS NOT TO EXCEED $1,000. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 5February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL SAFETY GLASS AT THE CITY OFFICES FROM HEAT MISER GLASS NOT TO EXCEED $1,000.

  • Heat mizer safety glass quote

    $975

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL SAFETY GLASS AT THE CITY OFFICES FROM HEAT MISER GLASS NOT TO EXCEED $1,000. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 148February 10, 2026 PacketHeat Mizer Glass - $975.00p. 149February 10, 2026 Packet<td>TOTAL</td> <td>$975.00</td>

  • Couri ruppe general rate

    $240

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 162February 10, 2026 PacketFor 2026 we will bill at a rate of $240 per hour for all general legal services and $270 per hour for all development work which gets passed through to the developer for payment.

  • Couri ruppe development rate

    $270

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 162February 10, 2026 PacketFor 2026 we will bill at a rate of $240 per hour for all general legal services and $270 per hour for all development work which gets passed through to the developer for payment.

  • Beck law monthly retainer

    $3,000

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 154February 10, 2026 PacketBeck Law - Strengths - Lowest listed flat retainer. Two attorney team, direct handling. Cost Structure - $3,000/month flat retainer, all-inclusive 2026-2028.p. 6February 10, 2026 MinutesMOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES.

  • Beck law annual retainer

    $36,000

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR HYBBEN, TO RETAIN COURI & RUPPE FOR CIVIL ATTORNEY SERVICES AND SWITCH TO BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTION SERVICES. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 210February 10, 2026 PacketWe propose a fixed monthly retainer of $3,000 ($36,000 annually).

  • Claims code compliance legal services

    $4,930

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 7February 10, 2026 MinutesCouncil Member Glaser had questions about several expenditures, including: · $4,930 for legal services related to code compliance for a single residence in December

  • Claims toolcat repair

    $267

    Motion MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER BREYEN, TO APPROVE CLAIMS AS PRESENTED. Passed(5 AYES VIA ROLL CALL)
    p. 7February 10, 2026 Minutes· $267.23 repair to the tool cat that was being traded in

Prior history on this business

When someone referred back to earlier business, we found the matching prior discussion and tied it in here.

  • On November 18, 2025, the Nowthen City Council discussed whether to fly the State Flag or to not fly the State Flag. Following discussion, the motion to not fly the Minnesota State Flag was proposed by Council Member Breyen, seconded by Council Member Glaser. The motion did not pass with 2 ayes (Council Member Breyen and Council Member Glaser), 3 nays (Council Member Rainville, Council Member Swenson, and Mayor Hybben.)

    — Administrative Assistant Stoeckel

    What this is about
    Council recalled and revisited a prior November 2025 decision about whether to fly the Minnesota state flag at city buildings.

    p. 226February 10, 2026 PacketOn November 18, 2025, the Nowthen City Council discussed whether to fly the State Flag or to not fly the State Flag. Following discussion, the motion to not fly the Minnesota State Flag was proposed by Council Member Breyen, seconded by Council Member Glaser. The motion did not pass with 2 ayes (Council Member Breyen a…

    Related history

    The records show a strong match for this recollection. At the November 18, 2025 meeting, the Council discussed whether the City should fly the Minnesota state flag at the Nowthen City Offices and Historic Town Hall. Council Member Breyen moved to not fly the Minnesota state flag, and Council Member Glaser seconded. The motion failed 2–3, with Breyen and Glaser voting aye, and Council Member Rainville, Council Member Swenson, and Mayor Hybben voting nay. The issue was brought back in the February 10, 2026 packet as Agenda Item 10g, submitted by Council Member Glaser, for further discussion regarding the Minnesota state flag at City buildings. The background noted that Minnesota adopted a new official state flag on May 11, 2024, and that local governments are not legally required to fly the state flag, unlike state-owned buildings.

    • Feb 10, 2026<figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <table> <tr> <th>Agenda Item:</th> <th>Department:</th>
    • Feb 24, 2026WHEREAS, the Zoning Ordinance at Section 11-3-5 E states: "Prohibited Uses and Structures: All other uses and structures
    • Apr 14, 2026# CITY OF NOWTHEN ANOKA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA # PUBLIC NOTICE # AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 9 OF THE NOWTHEN CITY
    • Apr 14, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowth
    • Mar 10, 2026# RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX ## A RESOLUTION ADDING CITY CODE ASSIGNMENT TO ORDINANCE 2025-01 WHEREAS, On February 11, 2025,
  • On January 13, 2026, the City Council motioned to table the discussion regarding selling the surplus roll-off owned by the City of Nowthen.

    — Council Member Glaser

    What this is about
    Council recalled the January 2026 tabling of the used roll-off sale and the need for a formal surplus sale process.

    p. 118February 10, 2026 PacketOn January 13, 2026, the City Council motioned to table the discussion regarding selling the surplus roll-off owned by the City of Nowthen.

    Related history

    The records I searched do not contain a prior decision matching this recollection. The available results from the March 10, April 14, and May 12, 2026 packets do not include an agenda item, minutes entry, motion, or resolution about selling a surplus roll-off owned by the City of Nowthen. They also do not show a formal Council vote establishing a surplus-sale process for that roll-off. Based on these search results, I cannot confirm the January 13, 2026 tabling action from the records provided here.

    • Mar 10, 2026<table> <tr> <th colspan="9">BURGLARIES</th> </tr> <tr> <th>Number</th> <th>Case Number</th> <th>Created On</th> <th>Off
    • Apr 14, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowth
    • May 12, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowth
    • Mar 10, 2026## BACKGROUND AND SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Dear Nowthen City Council, On behalf of the Nowthen Heritage Festival Commit
    • Mar 10, 2026# RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX ## A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY'S GRADER TO BE USED AT THE NOWTHEN THRESHING SHOW GROUNDS
  • At the November 18, 2025, City Council meeting, the City Council made a motion to table the discussion for safety glass at the front counter of the City Offices, to allow staff time to collect quotes with comparable parameters.

    — Administrative Assistant Stoeckel

    What this is about
    Council revisited an item tabled at the November 18, 2025 meeting about safety glass at the City Offices.

    p. 148February 10, 2026 PacketAt the November 18, 2025, City Council meeting, the City Council made a motion to table the discussion for safety glass at the front counter of the City Offices, to allow staff time to collect quotes with comparable parameters.

    Related history

    The records show a strong match. In the February 10, 2026 City Council packet, Administrative Assistant Stoeckel brought back an item titled “Approval to Purchase and Install Safety Glass at the City Offices.” The background states that at the November 18, 2025 meeting, Council tabled the safety-glass discussion so staff could collect comparable quotes and look into polycarbonate glass. For the February 10, 2026 meeting, staff reported that none of the contacted companies provided a polycarbonate quote, and Heat Mizer recommended 1/4-inch clear tempered glass instead. Three quotes were listed: J & A Glass at $1,948, North Metro Glass at $1,740.40, and Heat Mizer Glass at $975. Staff recommended proceeding with Heat Mizer as the lowest quote. The packet includes a draft resolution authorizing staff to proceed with Heat Mizer for $975, but the search results provided do not include completed minutes or a recorded vote outcome for that February 10 action.

    • Feb 10, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN By: SHANE D. HYBBEN Its Mayor ATTEST By: NATALIE JOHNSON Its City Clerk <figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figur
    • Feb 10, 2026<figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <table> <tr> <th>Agenda Item:</th> <th>Department:</th>
    • Apr 14, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN By: SHANE D. HYBBEN Its Mayor ATTEST By: NATALIE JOHNSON Its City Clerk <figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figur
    • Feb 10, 2026### RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX ### A RESOLUTION APPROVAL TO PURCHASE AND INSTALL SAFETY GLASS AT THE CITY OFFICES. WHEREAS,
    • Mar 10, 2026application shall be submitted to the Planning & Zoning Commission for their advice and recommendations and they shall c
  • Council Member Breyen asked about updates regarding a standoff incident in Nowthen, but the lieutenant indicated there was no new information to share beyond what had been released in the press release, as it remains an active investigation.

    — Council Member Breyen

    What this is about
    Council asked about the status of a prior standoff incident in Nowthen.

    p. 3February 10, 2026 MinutesCouncil Member Breyen asked about updates regarding a standoff incident in Nowthen, but the lieutenant indicated there was no new information to share beyond what had been released in the press release, as it remains an active investigation.

    Related history

    The records I searched do not contain a prior council decision or detailed discussion matching this recollection about a standoff incident in Nowthen. The closest law-enforcement-related record is in the March 10, 2026 packet, which lists recent burglary, theft, and assault reports in Nowthen, but it does not mention a standoff, a press release, or an update from a lieutenant. Based on these search results, there is no recorded council action, vote, or follow-up item tied to the standoff incident.

    • Mar 10, 2026<table> <tr> <th colspan="9">BURGLARIES</th> </tr> <tr> <th>Number</th> <th>Case Number</th> <th>Created On</th> <th>Off
    • May 12, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowth
    • Apr 14, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowth
    • May 12, 2026# RESOLUTION No. 2026-63 ## A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF (4) GARAGE DOOR OPENERS IN THE NOWTHEN FIRE DEP
    • May 12, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowthen MN, 55330 ## RESOLUT
  • Council Member Glaser suggested that for future years, this process should begin in October, with decisions made by December so that the new year begins with established priorities.

    — Council Member Glaser

    What this is about
    During the goals discussion, Council recalled how future priority-setting should start earlier in the year.

    p. 4February 10, 2026 MinutesCouncil Member Glaser suggested that for future years, this process should begin in October, with decisions made by December so that the new year begins with established priorities.

    Related history

    The records show a partial match. In the April 14, 2026 meeting packet, Council reviewed several municipal services and operations priorities, including seasonal employee hiring, a 2027 wage study, payroll services, capital improvement planning, security system upgrades, and OSHA/shop safety. In that discussion, Council Member Glaser asked for a cost-benefit analysis on contracting payroll services and emphasized looking at full lifecycle costs for security upgrades. The records searched do not contain a formal motion or vote establishing an October-to-December schedule for future priority-setting. They show Council discussed priorities around the April 14, 2026 meeting, but the specific recollection that the process should begin in October with decisions made by December is not recorded in the search results provided.

    • Feb 10, 2026<figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <table> <tr> <th>Agenda Item:</th> <th>Department:</th>
    • May 12, 2026MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPOINT MICHAEL HOIUM TO THE PLANNING AND ZON
    • Apr 14, 2026MOTION BY COUNCIL MEMBER RAINVILLE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SWENSON, TO APPOINT MICHAEL HOIUM TO THE PLANNING AND ZON
    • Feb 10, 2026Council Member Mary Rainville informed the Council that due to a medical situation, she might need to excuse herself fro
    • Feb 10, 2026CITY OF NOWTHEN By: SHANE D. HYBBEN Its Mayor ATTEST By: NATALIE JOHNSON Its City Clerk <figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figur

Where this came up before

  1. Feb 10, 2026
    City Meeting

    <figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <table> <tr> <th>Agenda Item:</th> <th>Department:</th> <th rowspan="2">Requested Council Meeting Date: November 18, 2025

    PDF<figure> CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <table> <tr> <th>Agenda Item:</th> <th>Department:</th> <th rowspan="2">Requested Council Meeting Date: November 18, 2025
  2. Feb 24, 2026
    City Meeting

    WHEREAS, the Zoning Ordinance at Section 11-3-5 E states: "Prohibited Uses and Structures: All other uses and structures which are not specifically permitted as right, by Conditional Use Permit

    DocWHEREAS, the Zoning Ordinance at Section 11-3-5 E states: "Prohibited Uses and Structures: All other uses and structures which are not specifically permitted as right, by Conditional Use Permit
  3. Apr 14, 2026
    City Meeting

    # CITY OF NOWTHEN ANOKA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA # PUBLIC NOTICE # AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 9 OF THE NOWTHEN CITY CODE RELATING TO ADOPTION OF THE PLUMBING CODE TO ALLOW THE CITY TO E

    Doc# CITY OF NOWTHEN ANOKA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA # PUBLIC NOTICE # AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 9 OF THE NOWTHEN CITY CODE RELATING TO ADOPTION OF THE PLUMBING CODE TO ALLOW THE CITY TO E
  4. Apr 14, 2026
    City Meeting

    CITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowthen MN, 55330 # A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE SERVICE AGREEMENT W

    DocCITY OF NOWTHEN </figure> RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX Council Meeting Location: Historic Townhall 19800 Nowthen Blvd NW Nowthen MN, 55330 # A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH BECK LAW FOR PROSECUTING SERVI
  5. Mar 10, 2026
    City Meeting

    # RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX ## A RESOLUTION ADDING CITY CODE ASSIGNMENT TO ORDINANCE 2025-01 WHEREAS, On February 11, 2025, the Nowthen City Council adopted Ordinance 2025-01; and, WHEREAS, the ordinance

    Doc# RESOLUTION No. 2026-XX ## A RESOLUTION ADDING CITY CODE ASSIGNMENT TO ORDINANCE 2025-01 WHEREAS, On February 11, 2025, the Nowthen City Council adopted Ordinance 2025-01; and, WHEREAS, the ordinance was adopted without an assignment t

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  • 0:02 I never heard sales price. >> You're good.
  • 0:20 [clears throat] >> We'll open this session uh 10 February 2026. We'll start with the pledge of allegiance. I pledge algiance to the flag of the
  • 0:34 United States of America and to the republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible indivisible with
  • 0:43 liberty and justice for all. >> Miss Johnson, roll call, please. Mayor
  • 0:52 >> here. Council member Brian here. Council >> member Glazer here. Council member Rainbow >> here. remember Swanson >> here
  • 1:01 and I'm gonna go with [laughter] Banget. >> I always struggle with that. And myself,
  • 1:09 Natalie Johnson and that's >> all right. Well, call's complete. I'll look at approve the agenda.
  • 1:17 Any uh additions? So, there is a back page to the agenda. It's just a Comcast update. >> Mr. Mayor,
  • 1:26 >> go ahead. Take Go ahead, council. >> Um, I'm wondering if if council would consider moving engineering
  • 1:36 letter A, which is the only item on it, to consent. And then also under item B,
  • 1:45 letter A, monthly report, that that can just go to consent. So if I if I heard you correctly, you
  • 1:54 said five engineering move under consent and what was the other one that you wanted to move under consent? >> Planning and zoning letter A, the
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