2026 0511 SPECIAL Public Works Committee Meeting

The City of Nisswa, MN Public Works Committee held a special meeting on May 11, 2026, focusing primarily on infrastructure improvements and related procurement considerations. Key discussions included the potential addition of streetlights at Hills Crossing, with a proposed checklist policy to guide future installations and a recommendation to approve two new streetlights pending council approval. The committee also reviewed plans for 2027 street improvements involving Lakers Lane, Church Street, City Hall Street, and Nashua Avenue, including sidewalk and trail connectivity aligned with the Parks and Recreation master plan. The meeting addressed stormwater management, traffic flow enhancements such as a proposed mini roundabout near the school, and parking improvements. Public input was solicited on sidewalk versus trail options, safety concerns, and construction phasing. The committee indicated readiness to advance final design proposals to the City Council, with further discussion planned for a May 27 meeting focused on streetscaping elements like lighting and landscaping. No formal motions related to contract awards or vendor selections were recorded, but budget and installation cost considerations for streetlights and infrastructure projects were discussed in detail.