# White Bear Lake City Council 09/22/2026


**Body:** City of White Bear Lake
**Date:** September 21, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Public Safety, Emergency Response


The City of White Bear Lake City Council held a meeting on September 22, 2026, which included routine approvals of minutes and the agenda, with an addition of a closed session to discuss active litigation related to a fire service contract dispute with White Bear Township. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the Fire Department's bi-annual report presented by Chief Peterson, highlighting staffing levels, call volume increases, training exercises, and community engagement activities such as the Citizens Fire Academy and fire prevention initiatives. The council discussed the ongoing transition to increase full-time fire staff from seven to a target of 24 to improve response capabilities and crew safety. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter a closed session for attorney-client privileged discussion on the litigation matter. No specific procurement or contract awards were mentioned during the meeting.

**Source:** City of White Bear Lake