City Council Meeting - August 12, 2026

The City Council of Oakdale, MN, held a meeting on August 12, 2026, during which they focused significantly on procurement and capital improvement projects related to local parks. The council awarded a construction contract to Pember Companies Inc. for playground improvements at Tower Park and Golf View Park, with a total contract value of $248,894.39. They also approved a budget amendment increasing the Golf View Park project budget by $26,447. Additionally, the council authorized purchase orders for playground equipment and installation services from Landscape Structures and Flagship Recreation, totaling approximately $257,895.36. Another procurement action included authorizing a cooperative agreement with Washington County for intersection improvements at County Road 14 and 34th Avenue, with a project budget of about $200,000. The meeting concluded with approval of claims totaling approximately $1.9 million and a move into a closed session to discuss pending litigation. These procurement decisions reflect the city’s ongoing investment in infrastructure and community amenities.