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Aug 22, 2026

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Council Approves Building Setback Variance

Published Aug 22, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 22, 2026

Council Formalizes Legislative Committee

The City Council unanimously formalized the existing Legislative Committee and appointed Mayor Tom Fischer and Council Member Chris Kwapick to serve through the end of 2026. The council also approved routine spending, a final payment request for tree clearing on the Little Canada Road project, an audit-services contract extension, and a camera system for the Little Canada Fire Station.

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Briefing

Jul 8, 2026

Council advances 2050 comprehensive plan

The Council unanimously approved a consent agenda that authorizes applying for Metropolitan Council planning assistance funds and approves a professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update. The vote was 5-0.

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Briefing

Jun 22, 2026

Council approves speed-monitoring trailer

The City Council approved a consent agenda that included purchasing a speed-monitoring trailer and issuing an off-site gambling permit for Little Canada Canadian Days, Inc., scheduled for July 31 through August 2, 2026. Staff also presented a clean-water grant agreement with an online resident application process and reimbursements approved at a Council meeting.

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Briefing

Jun 10, 2026

Fire Department Reports Rising 2026 Calls

The Little Canada Fire Department reported a 19% increase in calls so far in 2026 compared with the same period last year, after responding to 451 calls in 2025. The department also reported receiving automatic aid 57 times and providing it 74 times.

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Briefing

May 27, 2026

Council Approves Senior Housing Financing

The City Council approved, 5-0, the issuance of conduit revenue bonds for the Little Canada Senior Housing Project, a multifamily affordable housing project. The public hearing drew no comments.

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Briefing

May 20, 2026

Council selects vacancy appointment finalist

The City Council reached consensus to appoint Nick Schwalbach to fill the vacant Council seat through December 31, 2026, with formal action planned for May 27.

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Briefing

May 13, 2026

Precinct 2 Polling Place Moved

The council voted 3-1 to move Little Canada Precinct 2's polling place for the August 11, 2026, state primary from Little Canada Elementary School to City Hall. Notices will be sent to affected residents at least 25 days before the election, with additional information planned for the city newsletter and signs at the former location.

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Briefing

May 6, 2026

Council Narrows Vacancy Candidates

The City Council selected Mike Mui and Nick Schwalbach as finalists from 11 applicants for the vacant council seat and reached consensus to interview them on May 20, 2026.

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Briefing

Apr 22, 2026

Council approves liquor fee increase

The Council approved a 2% increase in 2026 on-sale intoxicating liquor and wine license fees, citing rising public safety and emergency service costs. It also approved construction plans and bidding for the Rice Street sidewalk project.

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Briefing

Apr 8, 2026

Council Advances Little Canada Road Improvements

The Council approved final plans and authorized bidding for the Little Canada Road Improvements Project, a two-year effort combining multiple work elements and expected to save about 5% through joint bidding. The road will remain open to businesses during construction, with updates posted through a project website and other public notices.

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Briefing

Mar 11, 2026

Council Pursues Funding for Pedestrian Bridge

The City Council voted 3-0 to pursue federal funding assistance for an I-35E pedestrian bridge, while also approving a finance director hire and allowing up to five tattoo businesses in the city.

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Briefing

Feb 25, 2026

Council Approves Shoreland Accessory Structures

The City Council adopted Ordinance 930, allowing water-oriented accessory structures in the shoreland overlay district and making related zoning amendments.

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Briefing

Feb 11, 2026

Council to Consider Community Safety Group

After residents raised concerns in recent weeks, the City Council agreed to add consideration of joining Cities for Safe and Stable Communities in Minnesota to a future agenda.

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Briefing

Jan 14, 2026

Council Approves Building Setback Variance

The City Council approved a front setback variance for a principal structure at 0 Market Place Drive, subject to conditions and findings in the staff report. The public hearing drew no comments.

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