City of Cokato City Council Meeting Minutes
The council discussed the 2027 budget, including proposed property tax levy increases and potential pool projects. Administrative staffing needs for finance duties were reviewed without action. There was a deliberation regarding a potential shift to Howard Lake for municipal police services instead of the Wright County Sheriff's Office. The council approved the purchase of a new single-axle plow truck. Discussions included responsibility for a sewer leak at 200 Century Avenue Southwest, a potential lot sale in the North Industrial Park, and amendments to reactivate the Economic Development Authority. The council decided to utilize Minnesota Housing Grant funds for land acquisition for medium-density development and approved an application for the Akerlund Studios Small Legacy Construction Design Grant.