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Council approves electronic mail retention policy

Published Aug 22, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 20, 2026

Council approves electronic mail retention policy

The City Council approved a new electronic mail retention policy by a 4-0 vote. Members also received an update that the Denmark Avenue, CSAH 31, and County Road 74 reconstruction project is expected to enter construction in 2028-2029.

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Briefing

Jul 6, 2026

Council authorizes future capital improvement bonds

The Council unanimously approved a capital improvement plan and authorized the future issuance of capital improvement bonds, but the action does not fund construction of a police expansion. The document says residents have 30 days to petition for a public vote or referendum.

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Briefing

Jun 1, 2026

Council Seeks Funding for Six Firefighters

The council voted 4-0 to authorize a SAFER grant application to hire six full-time firefighters and approved matching funds of 25% in years one and two and 65% in year three.

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Briefing

May 18, 2026

Council adopts Vermilion Reserve environmental findings

The council adopted findings of fact and a record decision on the Vermilion Reserve Environmental Assessment Worksheet by a 3-1 vote. Council discussion stated that the review examined hypothetical scenarios and that no specific development plan is currently in place for the golf course or school district sites.

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Briefing

May 4, 2026

Street Improvements Awarded Below Estimate

The City Council awarded the 2026 street improvements contract after nine bidders competed for the $2.4 million project; the winning bid was about 16% below the engineer’s estimate. The Council also unanimously approved architectural and engineering services for the Police Department renovation and expansion project.

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Briefing

Apr 20, 2026

Council approves technology park development

The council approved final plats, development contracts, and a one-year recording extension for the Farmington Technology Park’s first and second additions, with each vote passing 4-1. It also unanimously approved a downtown parking plan adding 15-minute “Quick Stop Spots” and authorized sign installation.

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Briefing

Apr 6, 2026

Council Approves Pay Study and Communications Position

The council unanimously approved a comprehensive compensation and job-classification study, amended the budget for the agreement, and authorized recruitment for a new Communications & Public Affairs Manager. The votes were 4-0.

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Briefing

Mar 16, 2026

Council advances Sawyer Glenn development

The City Council unanimously approved preliminary plans for the Sawyer Glenn development, including rezoning part of the site from agriculture to low/medium-density residential use and related comprehensive plan changes. Approval is subject to engineering requirements and additional plan approval.

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Briefing

Mar 2, 2026

Nick Lien appointed Farmington mayor

The Council unanimously appointed Nick Lien mayor, effective immediately, until a successor is elected on November 3, 2026, and the election is certified.

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Briefing

Feb 17, 2026

Council advances 2026 street improvements

The Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement for final design and bidding of Farmington’s 2026 street improvements. It also approved the Dakota Meadows Preserve 2nd Addition plat and development contract, subject to engineering requirements and required financial security.

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Briefing

Feb 2, 2026

Council Approves Adelmann Farm Annexation

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 2026-001, annexing the Adelmann Farm property at the southwest intersection of Denmark Avenue and 220th Street W into Farmington.

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Briefing

Jan 20, 2026

Willow Street Improvements Move to Design

The City Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement with WSB, LLC for final design and bidding for the Willow Street MSA Improvements.

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Briefing

Jan 5, 2026

Council approves industrial park drainage work

The City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including professional services, a contract award, and right-of-entry agreements for the Industrial Park Drainage Ditch Project.

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Briefing

Dec 15, 2025

Council approves 2026 city fee schedule

The City Council unanimously approved the 2026 fee schedule and Ordinance 2025-009 after a public hearing, with a 5-0 vote. The meeting also advanced a transition to a hybrid full-time paid-on-call fire department through appointments of three full-time firefighters and three full-time fire captains.

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Briefing

Dec 1, 2025

Council Approves 2026 Budget and Tax Levy

The council unanimously approved a 2026 budget of $18,838,494 and a property tax levy of $19,488,577, a 12.98% increase over the prior year.

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Briefing

Nov 17, 2025

Council Approves Parkview Ponds Plat Changes

The City Council voted 4-1 to vacate a drainage and utility easement within the Parkview Ponds plat and approved the Parkview Ponds Second Addition final plat, contingent on that easement vacation.

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Briefing

Nov 3, 2025

Council approves routine city actions

The City Council unanimously approved an 11-item consent agenda by a 5-0 vote, including authorization to hire a deputy public works director, a Flagstaff Avenue mill-and-overlay final payment and change order, and several contracts and permits.

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Briefing

Oct 20, 2025

Delinquent charges added to property taxes

The Council voted 4-0 to certify $252,846.70 in unpaid municipal service charges from 446 customer accounts for collection with 2026 property taxes. It also approved a design and construction agreement for a new skatepark at Feely Fields in Rambling River Park and amended the budget accordingly.

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Briefing

Oct 6, 2025

Council accepts $1,000 K9 donation

The City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2025-069 accepting a $1,000 donation from Highview Christiania Lutheran Church for the Farmington Police Department K9 unit. The council also approved the consent agenda, including contracts, permits, utility access, tree work, fire staffing authorizations, and an easement agreement.

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Briefing

Sep 2, 2025

Council Approves $2.95 Million Street Bonds

The Council unanimously approved issuing and selling $2.95 million in general obligation bonds for street reconstruction. It also approved a $16,000 reimbursable grant agreement for an electric adult changing station at the Rambling River Center.

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