Kelly Thelen

The meeting agenda covered several topics including the approval of the resignation of Senior Planner Hayden Stensgard, effective March 13, 2026. Key action items involved awarding construction contracts for the 2026 Mill and Overlay Project to Knife River Corp. and for the 138th Ave Stormwater Improvements Projects. The Council also addressed the award of a construction contract for the Elsie Stephens Park bids, specifically for the canoe and kayak launch project, and authorized the preparation of plans and specifications for the 2026 Trail Improvement Project. There was a detailed discussion regarding the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system with Flock Safety cameras. Additional business included approvals for payment requests for the 113th Avenue Trunk Sewer Extension Project and payment of claims for March 10, 2026, and February 24, 2026. The Council also discussed adding fire department response types back to duty crew hours and potentially bringing the ladder truck discussion forward.

The meeting agenda included standard items such as the approval of the agenda, a consent agenda for routine items, and an open forum for public comments limited to non-agenda items. Key discussion topics during the regular meeting included updates on the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), including a budget check-in highlighting significant fund balances for Parks and Trails, and detailed future capital project planning such as tree nursery development and park dedications. A primary discussion focused on plans to repurpose the underutilized Diamond Lake Diamonds Park, involving the design of new baseball and soccer fields, parking, and fencing, with potential financial partnership from the CDA. Updates were also provided on current park projects, specifically Area 21 (basketball court paved, volleyball court installed) and Ione Gardens (irrigation project completed). Notices and Announcements covered a potential cancellation of the December meeting due to scheduling conflicts.

The Dayton Economic Development Authority (EDA) convened to discuss several key issues. The agenda included discussions on damaged and abandoned utility boxes, sidewalk repairs in Old Village, the feasibility of a railroad spur, and updates on the Lent Property. The EDA also considered a concept plan for Graco's proposed global headquarters relocation to Dayton. Additionally, the EDA discussed the potential purchase and sale of real properties located at Robinson Street and the Triangle Property, as well as options for Balsam Lane signage. The EDA also touched on updates to the sign ordinance.

The meeting addressed several topics, including flower pot sponsorships, damaged utility boxes, sidewalk repairs in Old Village, and a discussion on a railroad spur. The board also discussed the Lent Property Concept Plan and the 2026 EDA budget. Updates were provided on the Placer.AI software. A public hearing was held regarding the sale of personal property located at 15520 Lawndale Lane N. The meeting also covered consideration of a preliminary plat of Dayton Field 5th Addn, Site Plan Review for a Contractor's Operation, and Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Storage as an Accessory in the I-1, Light Industrial District

The Planning Commission meeting includes discussion on a preliminary plat of Dayton Field 5th Addition, a site plan review for a contractor's operation, and a conditional use permit for outdoor storage in the I-1, Light Industrial District. Other topics include an amendment to City Code 1001.13 regarding home occupations, an Interim Use Permit for an Event Center, and amendments related to the A-3 Agricultural district. The commission will also discuss the East French Lake Road Moratorium and Elsie Stephens Park master plan concepts.