Anna Lazar

The council meeting addressed various operational and administrative matters, including the acknowledgment of several manager reports and updates from council-appointed committees such as the Wadena Mud Bogs and the Wadena Health Foundation. Key actions included the approval of payroll and accounts, the acceptance of financial statements, and the authorization of a cemetery maintenance agreement amendment. Additionally, the council acknowledged an occupational health and safety notice and approved new training protocols and policy for powered mobile equipment evaluators.

The council meeting addressed various operational and administrative matters, including approvals for pool maintenance, electrical upgrades, permanent staff pool passes, automated door openers, and arena renovations. Financial decisions included authorizing the payment of accounts and payroll, as well as approving a water meter purchase. The council also received updates on the Wadena High School Headstrong Community Initiative and physician recruitment. Decisions were made regarding facility use requests for a roller derby event, the adoption of a bylaw to extend the financial statement submission deadline, and a review of regulations concerning off-road vehicles. Additionally, the council provided preliminary support for a zoning development request.

The council meeting included a delegation request regarding animal control bylaws and the creation of an off-leash dog park. Public hearings were held for various discretionary use applications, which were subsequently approved. Council acknowledged various reports and correspondence, approved the payment of accounts and payroll, and authorized a tax overpayment refund. Decisions were made regarding tax enforcement actions, the implementation of a temporary bylaw enforcement process, and the approval of an amended drug and alcohol policy. Additionally, the council advanced Bylaw No. 2026-01 through its first and second readings and addressed the caretakership tender for the community legion hall.

The council meeting addressed several operational and administrative items. Key discussions included the acknowledgment of various manager reports, correspondence including invitations and fire association minutes, and the approval of financial accounts and payroll. The council formally acknowledged 2026 Education Property Tax mill rates, approved a leave of absence and a job offer for the Wadena and District Museum Curator position, addressed personnel issues including the termination of a Public Works employee, and approved a request regarding the display of 2026 graduation banners in the community.

The Council convened for a special meeting to address personnel matters. Following the adoption of the agenda, the council entered into a closed session to deliberate on these items before reconvening and adjourning.