Penny Poling

The City Council discussed a temporary liquor license for the Wadena Elks Club event and the proposed 2025 General Fund Tax Levy.

The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, and a consent calendar covering claims register summary, monthly financial reports, city council meeting minutes, and an Arbor Day Proclamation. Unfinished business includes a Fire Relief Association request to increase pension benefits. New business involves resolutions for Sourcewell Community Impact Funds Grant for sirens and a MRES, GRIP Grant for a SCADA System, along with actions regarding Relief Association Grass Rig Purchase, appointment of a Fire Dept 1st Asst Chief, Astera Hwy 71 Underground Tunnel Removal, a Right-of-Way Use Agreement for 940 Elm Ave NW, a Roach Petition to Vacate Streets with a call for a Public Hearing, and a Library Elevator Maintenance Agreement. The meeting is open to the public and will include department reports from various city departments. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss attorney-client privilege for negotiations, followed by upcoming meetings and adjournment.

The comprehensive plan for Wadena focuses on updating and guiding the city's future development. It addresses various elements including land use, housing, historical and cultural resources, community facilities, the environment, and economic development. The plan includes an overview of existing conditions, issue identification based on public involvement, and specific goals and objectives for each area. It also outlines future growth projections and an implementation plan with measures for achieving the stated goals.

The strategic plan for the City of Wadena outlines goals and objectives across six categories: land use, housing, historical and cultural resources, community facilities, nature and the environment, and economic development. Key areas of focus include promoting growth that creates diverse opportunities for residents, maintaining the character of existing housing, preserving historical sites, ensuring reliable public services, protecting natural resources, and fostering a diverse economy.

The Wadena City Council discussed and adopted Resolution No. 2019-09, which supports the application to access 2018 State Transportation Budget (Bond) Funds for the SP 8001-40 Highway 10 Reconstruction Project. The resolution identifies the required funding for the Highway 10 project, detailing LRIP eligible funding amounts for city engineering costs, attorney fees, and Phase 2 work. It authorizes the city to bond for the entire amount, with reimbursements for eligible costs, and pledges to complete the project even if it exceeds the provided funding. The resolution also designates Wadena County as the fiscal agent and project sponsor and authorizes the Mayor and City Administrator to execute necessary agreements with the State of Minnesota.