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Home My WebLink About2026-02-26 WS & CC Minutes - Approved Approved CITY OF CENTERVILLE WORK SESSION & CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 26, 2026 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the City of Centerville City Council held its regularly scheduled Work Session at 5:00 p.m. and City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m., in Council Chambers. The regularly scheduled meeting (6:30 p.m.) was live-streamed by North Metro TV. WORK SESSION MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER 1. Roll Call PRESENT: Mayor Nancy Golden Council Member Russ Koski Council Member Anita Rios Council Member Kubat Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers (via zoom with audio issues) Junior Council Member Garrett Schneider (Non-Voting) ABSENT: None STAFF: City Administrator, Athanasia Lewis City Attorney, Kurt Glaser Mayor Golden called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. II. ITEMS OF DISCUSSION 1. Water Interconnection with Lino Lakes City Administrator Lewis provided council with an update on the issue stating that letters had been forwarded to the City, staff had met with their representatives, and she stated that they are unwilling to take any responsibility regarding the matter or compromise on the value of the water. It was discussed that the Joint Powers Agreement terms needed to be reviewed and amended and that City Attorney Glaser would participate in language amendments. 2. 2026 Legislative Priorities City Administrator Lewis reviewed the Council’s priorities and requested guidance regarding new items. She stated that the importance was that the League of MN Cities Day on the Hill was upcoming and an opportunity for staff and council to discuss the items with Representative Engen and Senator Gustafson. 3. 2050 Comprehensive Plan Not Approved City of Centerville City Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2026 City Administrator Lewis stated that she was looking for direction regarding the necessity of going out for Request for Proposals as when the city was looking for a City Planner, she was very exposed to contracted offerings. She stated that she felt that utilizing Bolten and Menk would be a great fit. Council recommended that the addition of one contractor would be good and directed staff to complete an interview. 4. Centerville Road – Mid-Block Crossing City Administrator Lewis stated that there were discussions regarding a pedestrian crossing being installed on Centerville Road south of Hunters Trail and north of Dupre Road by the Anoka County Highway Department. It was stated that the city’s share would be approximately $25,000 and the County’s share would match. III. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Golden adjourned the Work Session at 6:16 p.m. allowing for a break prior to commencing the regularly scheduled Council meeting. COUNCIL MEETING I. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Golden called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 1. Roll Call PRESENT: Mayor Nancy Golden Council Member Russ Koski Council Member Anita Rios Council Member Kubat Council Member Linda Broussard Vickers (via zoom with audio issues) Junior Council Member Garrett Schneider (Non-Voting) ABSENT: None STAFF: City Administrator, Athanasia Lewis City Attorney, Kurt Glaser II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE III. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mayor Golden provided an opportunity for staff and council to add or delete items. Page 2 of 5 City of Centerville City Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2026 Administrator Lewis stated that Equinox Development, Ms. Katelyn Murray was added under Presentations/Appearances and Consent Agenda Item #3, Centennial Fire District Claims through February 24, 2026 (Check E2026004) of the Set Agenda that was before them this evening. Motion by Council Member Koski , seconded by Council Member Rios to Approve the Set Agenda as Presented. Roll Call: Mayor Golden, Council Members Broussard Vickers, Koski, Kubat, and Rios in favor. Motion carried. IV. APPOINTMENTS & PRESENTATIONS 1. Equinox Development – Katelyn Murray Ms. Katelyn Murray, Equinox Development, presented a Power Point reviewing a proposed project st located at 7181-21 Avenue North. She stated that they are proposing to construct 59 market-rate, rental townhomes. She reviewed the three phases of the proposed development of a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom floor plans, units with and without stairs. She stated that all units would have garages, and driveways. Ms. Murray stated that they are continuing to work with the property owner and feasibility of the project but stated that they were excited and committed to the project. A brief discussion ensued regarding the city fees pertaining to the development and Ms. Erin Matthern, Project Partner, Equinox Development, also responded to questions st 2. Tax Abatement Analysis – 7181 – 21 Avenue – Tammy Omdal, Northland Securities Ms. Tammy Omdal, Northland Securities, provided a power point presentation providing a brief overview of Tax Abatement which was included in council’s packet. Ms. Omdal stated that the Tax Abatement would need to be utilized rather than regular Tax Increment Financing (TIF) as it did not qualify. Ms. Omdal explained the differences between TIF and Tax Abatement, stated that the developer would also be requesting Tax Abatement from Anoka County. It was stated that it was very unlikely that the County would approve. Discussion ensued regarding the tax abatement request, the tax effect on residents, the additional funding needed, the tax levy, tenure, Met Council funding requirements, timeline, and concessions from Rehbein. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. None. VI. CONSENT AGENDA 1. City of Centerville Claims through February 26, 2026 (Checks #38160-38173 & E2666- E2686) 2. Centennial Lakes Police Department Claims through February 19, 2026 (Check #16058- 16070 & E2026014-E2026017) 3. Centennial Fire District Claims through February 24, 2026 (Check E2026004) 4. November 13, 2025, City Council Work Session & Meeting Minutes 5. 6996 Brian Drive Backyard Drainage Project Page 3 of 5 City of Centerville City Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2026 Mayor Golden provided an opportunity for members to pull items for additional discussion. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Rios to Approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Roll Call: Mayor Golden, Council Members Broussard Vickers, Koski, Kubat, and Rios in favor. Motion carried. VIII. OLD BUSINESS 1. None. IX. NEW BUSINESS st 1. Tax Abatement Hearing for Equinox Development, LLC – 7181 – 21 Avenue City Administrator Lewis stated that based on the presentations, the question is whether to call for a public hearing on tax abatement. Motion by Council Member Koski, seconded by Council Member Kubat to deny the request to call for a public hearing regarding tax abatement for Equinox Development, LLC for the proposed st development at 7181-21 Avenue. Roll Call: Mayor Golden, Council Members Broussard Vickers, Koski, Kubat, and Rios in favor. Motion carried. X. COUNCIL/ADMINISTRATOR ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. Administrator Report – Administrator Lewis stated that the report was contained in the packet for the council’s review and that she would take questions. 2. Council Report – The Mayor and Council thanked Council Member Kubat for his service. a. Kubat – Council Member Kubat stated that he would be turning in a resignation letter to the mayor following the close of the meeting. Council Member Kubat stated that he was relocating and thanked everyone for the opportunity to serve. (i) Park & Recreation Committee – Council Member Kubat gave no report. (ii) Centennial Fire District Committee – Council Member Kubat gave no report. b. Koski – Council Member Koski thanked Council Member Kubat for his year(s) of service. (i) Planning & Zoning Commission – Council Member Koski gave no report. (ii) Centennial Fire District Steering Committee – Council Member Koski gave no report but stated that he had attended a fundraiser. (iii) Anoka County Fire Protection Council – Council Member Koski gave no report. c. Rios – Council Member Rios stated that she was sad to see Council Member Kubat resign and stated that she appreciated his services to the community. (i) Economic Development Authority – Council Member Rios reported that the February 18, 2026, meeting was light, they discussed holiday decorations in the downtown and a shop local campaign that would be happening in April. (ii) Parks and Recreation Committee – Council Member Rios gave no report. Page 4 of 5 City of Centerville City Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2026 d. Broussard Vickers – Council Member Broussard Vickers stated that she was unable to participate in the last EDA meeting but watched it. She also thanked Council Member Kubat and wished him well. (i) Economic Development Authority – Council Member Broussard Vickers gave no report. (ii) Centennial Lakes Police Department Governing Board – Council Member Broussard Vickers gave no report. e. Golden – (i) Centennial Lakes Police Governing Board – Mayor Golden gave no report. (ii) North Metro Telecommunications Commission – Mayor Golden gave no report. (iii) Other Mayoral Reports – Mayor Golden reported that on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, the League of MN Cities was having a meeting with State Senator, Heather Gustafson. She thanked all that attended the recent Downtown Master Plan meeting. She thanked Council Member Kubat for servicing as a council member and stated that she was sorry to see him leave. f. Jr. Council Member Schneider – Junior Council Member Schneider stated that he was sad to see Council Member Kubat leave. g. City Attorney Glaser – City Attorney Glaser reported that May 1, 2026, will be Law Day at Anoka County and he stated that he would miss Council Member Kubat. Council Member Koski thanked the Lions for the fishing contest. Motion by Council Member Kubat, seconded by Council Member Koski, to adjourn the meeting of February 26, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. Roll Call: Mayor Golden, Council Members Broussard Vickers, Koski, Kubat, and Rios in favor. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted by City Clerk, Teresa Bender. Page 5 of 5