The City Council discussed two agenda items: a proposed local affordable housing aid grant program and a sketch plat review for the Shmeig North residential development. The council reviewed details of the grant program, which aims to assist seniors and income-qualified homeowners with home repairs and accessibility improvements to help residents age in place. Key aspects of the discussion included the proposed partnership with the Center for Energy and Environment for program administration, potential funding sources such as the city's senior affordable housing fund, and eligibility requirements for applicants.
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The council meeting addressed several operational and administrative items, including approval of the claims roster and acceptance of monthly and quarterly reports from the Carver County Sheriff's Office and Fire Department. Key actions included approving a credit card processing agreement with BS&A, authorizing a temporary liquor license for a parish event, approving a joint powers agreement and transportation scoping study with the county, and authorizing playground equipment purchases. Public hearings were held to approve various liquor licenses. Additionally, the council considered zoning map amendments, land use fee reductions, discussed the strategic plan, and conducted closed sessions regarding land purchase offers and a city manager performance review.
Oct 26, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City Council Workshop Meeting
The workshop focused on two primary agenda items: the implementation of the Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) Proposed Grant Program and the review of the Sketch Plat for the Schmieg Property Residential Development. Discussions regarding the LAHA program centered on establishing a home rehabilitation grant to assist income-qualified and senior residents with home repairs, the selection of the Center for Energy and Environment as the administrative partner, and fund allocation protocols. The review of the Sketch Plat for the proposed 74-unit single-family development included deliberations on Planned Unit Development (PUD) rezoning, lot size deviations from R-1 standards, parkland dedication requirements, site utilities, and traffic considerations.
Oct 20, 2026·Board meeting
Planning Commission Special Meeting
The commission addressed the rezoning of property at 1400 Steiger Lake Lane, changing its status from agricultural to the central business district to better align with commercial land use. Additionally, the commission reviewed a final plat and planned unit development rezoning for the Astoria Lake Town project. This proposal features a 76-unit senior cooperative housing building and six townhomes, involving discussions on parking allocations, wetland preservation, and required comprehensive plan amendments.
