City Council Meeting - July 28th, 2026

The City Council of Richfield held a meeting on July 28, 2026, which included several procurement and contracting discussions. The council approved multiple contracts and bid awards, including a $395,867 contract with Standard Sidewalk Inc. for the 2026 concrete project, a $269,680 contract with North Metro Companies LLC for boulevard tree planting, and contracts totaling over $434,000 for electrical and mechanical work at the Richfield Ice Arena lobby. Additionally, a $429,660 contract was approved for furniture purchase and installation at the Woodlake Nature Center. The council also authorized the issuance of up to $5 million in street reconstruction bonds to finance the Nicollet Avenue reconstruction project, part of a broader five-year street reconstruction plan. Public hearings were held regarding these projects, and the council discussed funding sources, cost-sharing arrangements, and project timelines. The meeting also featured presentations on a summer internship program and community updates, but the primary focus was on capital improvement projects and related procurement actions.