City Council - 10/6/25 7:00:00PM

The City Council meeting of Savage, Minnesota, held on October 6, 2025, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council conducted public hearings and adopted resolutions to levy special assessments for delinquent utility bills and miscellaneous charges. They also approved assessment roles for two major street improvement projects: the 2025 Street Improvement Project (City Project 25-01) with an estimated cost of nearly $3.4 million and the South Park Drive Improvement Project (City Project 25-02) with a total cost of approximately $4.1 million. Funding for these projects included special assessments, general tax levies, state aid funds, and other sources. The council addressed public objections regarding the assessments, particularly for the South Park Drive project, and clarified the appeals process. Additionally, the council approved a change order for the Water Treatment Plant 3 Filter Media Rehabilitation Project and authorized a professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services for an economic development strategic plan. A significant policy discussion was held regarding the authorization of low-dose hemp-derived THC edibles for sale at municipal liquor stores, resulting in a motion to approve the sale, with some council members opposing. The meeting also included routine approvals such as declaring forfeited vehicles as surplus and personnel actions. Overall, the meeting focused on infrastructure improvements, budget allocations, and policy decisions affecting future procurement and vendor opportunities in the city.