The council conducted a public hearing regarding the transfer of powers and duties of the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization to the Fillmore County Board of Commissioners. Key discussions and actions included tabling a decision on managed IT and cybersecurity services, ratifying an increase in the Lanesboro Fire Relief Association pension benefit level, and approving the transfer of powers and duties for the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization. The council also granted zoning variances for properties on Auburn Avenue South and Kirkwood Street East, approved the purchase of a replacement Elgin Pelican street sweeper, tabled the replacement of the City Hall water heater, authorized a PERA cost analysis for the volunteer firefighter plan, approved easement agreements for the North Bluff holiday tree, and issued an EDA loan to Village Depot, Inc. for roof repairs.
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The council discussed several administrative and operational items, including certifications for unpaid utility charges and the acceptance of donations for the fire department. Key agenda items included litigation strategy regarding a contract dispute with Sparrow Valley Properties, LLC, fire department uniform and badge purchasing, and a request to increase the retirement benefit for members of the Lanesboro Firemen's Relief Association. Additionally, the council reviewed financial reports, considered various equipment and service contracts, and discussed the regulation of lawful gambling.
Mar 2, 2026·Board meeting
Lanesboro City Council Regular Meeting Agenda
The agenda for the Regular Meeting included approval of the agenda itself and minutes from the February 2, 2026, Regular Meeting and the February 18, 2026, Special Meeting. The Consent Agenda covered accounts payable, resolutions for accepting donations to the Fire Department and Public Library, resolutions authorizing applications to the Clean Water and Drinking Water Revolving Funds for TH250 projects (Rehab Collection System, Watermain Replacement, and Lead Service Line Replacement), and approval for the Buffalo Bill Days Fireworks Permit. Department updates included reports from the Fire and Police Departments. Continued Business involved discussion regarding a Tax Abatement and Development Agreement for Sparrow Valley Properties, LLC. New Business items included consideration of a contract with STAR Energy Services for Data Collection, consideration of bids for TH250 Project Geotechnical Engineering Services, consideration of a Revolving Loan Fund Application for 3 Peas in a Pod, LLC, consideration of a Street/Parking Closure Application for Sylvan Brewing, LLC, and consideration of a Fire Department Purchase Request for Badges.
