City Council Meeting for July 6, 2026

The City Council meeting of International Falls, Minnesota, held on July 6, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved the addition of June and July invoices to Frontier Communications to the agenda and unanimously approved payments and claims totaling approximately $4.76 million, including airport-related capital project claims. A resolution concerning the sale of South Falls apartments was approved, ensuring city utility rights were preserved. The council also approved road closures for local events such as the Elks Lodge corn and brat feed and the International Falls Bass Championship. A contract award was recommended and approved for a local project with Missabi Bituminous at $120,000, which was $22,000 under the engineer's estimate. Updates were provided on the water treatment plant project, including progress on filters and HVAC units. Additionally, the council discussed local government aid, state bonding bills, and lead service line replacement funding during a presentation by a representative from the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities. Public comments addressed transparency concerns regarding a public works director hiring decision and questions about city services and infrastructure funding. The council agreed to consider water rate adjustments in light of recent state funding. Overall, the meeting focused on contract approvals, budget allocations, infrastructure projects, and community event planning.