Special City Council Meeting for March 30, 2026

The City Council of International Falls, Minnesota, held a special meeting on March 30, 2026, primarily to address staffing needs in the public works departments and to manage the resignation of the building code official. The council discussed filling two vacant positions: one in the water department funded by the water fund, and one in the street garage funded by the general property tax levy. The council unanimously approved posting these positions internally to address critical staffing shortages. Additionally, the council acknowledged the resignation of Kelly Myers, the building code official, zoning administrator, and wetland LGU, effective April 10, 2026. Due to statutory requirements, the city must appoint a new building official within 15 days. The council discussed options including contracting services temporarily, collaborating with neighboring communities, or appointing someone with a limited building license. A committee chaired by the mayor will research options and present recommendations at the next regular council meeting. The council emphasized the urgency of filling the zoning and wetland positions to maintain regulatory compliance and service continuity.