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Chris Hartsell summarized active and upcoming work including large water-treatment pipelines along Interlochen Parkway and the Tamarack wellfield pipe project near City Hall; road rehabilitation phases across the city; and utility and storm-sewer work on Dale Road and Bailey Road. Hartsell urged residents to consult the city’s project website for weekly detour and construction updates.

Hartsell noted materials and constructability challenges for large-diameter water mains: \"that middle picture, has a trench box, and you'll see there's a 36 inch pipeline. There's not many communities I've ever worked in that has that big a pipeline. So this is, pretty unprecedented. In fact, I would say the material suppliers don't make a lot of this because there's not a lot in demand.\" He added that contractors are currently supplying material to the contractor’s schedule but that any disruption in supply could delay work.

On the Bailey Road water tower site, staff said work will include casing pipes under Bailey Road and that tower foundation work is expected to start in early July; the water-tower construction is a multi-year effort. Staff also described jacking/boring techniques used under the Bailey/Interlochen corridors and cautioned the public that crews must manage many existing underground utilities.

Council members asked timing questions and whether projects would overlap; staff said projects were scheduled to minimize conflicts where possible and that Valley Creek openings and other regional detours affected sequencing. Staff reiterated that detailed construction schedules and weekly detour maps are available on the project website and that they are coordinating with contractors to limit disruptions.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Woodbury City Council Meeting 5-28-2025","oneSentenceSummary","City staff gave a construction update describing ongoing water-treatment pipeline work, the Bailey Road water tower site, multiple road-rehab phases and other utility projects. Staff warned that specialized materials (36-inch pipe, steel casing) and weather can affect schedules and that project publications are updated weekly online.","taxTitle","Woodbury City, Washington County, Minnesota","taxId",5011,"location","Minnesota","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6045712,"Woodbury adopts Safe Streets & Roads for All action plan and a 'Safety First' council directive",740,4740800,5480815,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71&start=4740&end=5480","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71/thumbnail_4740800.jpg","/articles/6045712/Minnesota/Woodbury-adopts-Safe-Streets-Roads-for-All-action-plan-and-a-Safety-First-council-directive","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6045712-c10c2a948b2c9fd2927249ded0774145/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149551&Signature=l92UKumuj8wGUs-NNy0~iJqZ7Tyoe-QofFrmwrwE6Ia-8Up2BdOLP-l6dh-Pck8ydFJ-AXjNn25SvD3yZr9kMa6KCBml~BITX06h4HJMRREay~iikoEzTGGzVvZJFAR2LovuPu4XwLemj42AbWsOBjl8yVt8ocx36pDdUxHMBgcR1K7z0baIm9Y07pljZ00M7fXCMOrwzSTNk86KeqtCOCvBYO362Nm82P10EM38RlQvU8SHN3vwc7FQWbbW4uJtBV~QtkwCsLnb9M90PAW1JYoHkvrCdlvGOBe1fN5FQ4Vv9f9SNxq~7pj7RNAXNTQBwWRE-IsJ9N4Ket3caIq~AQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Woodbury City Council unanimously adopted the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) action plan and a companion Safety First council directive at its May 28 meeting, approving Resolution No. 25-122.

Chris Hartsell, who presented the plan in Drew Boxrod’s absence, said the city received a federal SS4A planning and demonstration grant and additional state match funding through an IIJA Match program, allowing the city to complete a $375,000 planning and demonstration effort at no net cost to the city. Hartsell said the program follows a Safe Systems approach—combining safer roads and speeds, safer vehicles, safer people and improved post-crash care—to reduce serious traffic injuries and fatalities.

“The total project for us to be able to deliver this was 375,000, and it cost the city of Woodbury 0 Dollars,” Hartsell said, noting the state match covered the local match requirement. He described a year of community engagement, technical analysis and workshops that produced the action plan, which lists near-term demonstration projects, updated processes for prioritization, and reporting metrics for leading and lagging safety indicators.

Council members asked whether adopting the directive would alter current projects; staff clarified it formalizes internal collaboration and reporting and is not intended to replace existing project-level public engagement. The directive includes guidance on timing and public outreach for sidewalk and trail retrofit decisions and requests staff to create a transportation needs list and to set aside placeholder demonstration funding in the capital plan.

Council member Santini moved adoption of Resolution 25-122. The motion carried unanimously. Staff will track demonstration projects, community engagement metrics and report back to council under the new directive.","The Woodbury City Council unanimously adopted the city’s Safe Streets and Roads for All action plan and a council directive to formalize interdepartmental approaches to traffic safety after a year-long community engagement and a federally funded planning grant.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6045716,"Council adopts special assessments and awards contracts for Tamarack Road rehabilitation",553,3736425,4290085,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71&start=3736&end=4290","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71/thumbnail_3736425.jpg","/articles/6045716/Minnesota/Council-adopts-special-assessments-and-awards-contracts-for-Tamarack-Road-rehabilitation","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6045716-5f1ba191d6cb4d2b5bdd725ef888d5a1/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149551&Signature=I38ZMbGZ85R6rlYcjsqWzwvoVm4VaE~35aBor4X-KeZAAEHJRb60hsQ0B8Lto8P5TMaqUNWoaOiYJEQysnGZm6oJkdZnbUhoO91dg1-0lspDHydO1NUyd7z862IVYnMGeNeAEKQShdYZjycFPqB1Lfz7B7LHKbrx~ZGSLKgR1K9UPsLEUhuNfWagzo0e1gug3u5BeSS14sf9ooOzHn9k0EcSs5vqXd3DtuueIPSussR4XgUwRpQq6DEPRl0FNkp-87r0yNK7P8z2uY7YbbrbjvalMFzB9qzc1XQjSWOEmxUivrZEmkg7TK2ViCiFN~Un7HsEaShvgGcLn5DcTwQoOQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At a public hearing on May 28 the Woodbury City Council adopted special assessments to finance part of the Tamarack Road pavement and rehabilitation project and approved related contract awards.

Staff described the project scope as a mill-and-overlay, spot curb replacement, median replacement, pedestrian ramp replacement, trail rehabilitation and new trail construction along Tamarack Road from Weir Drive to Radio Drive. Doug Novak, project staff, said the project will run roughly from June through October and that staff has worked around other regional closures to minimize traffic impacts.

Novak told the council that funding includes roughly $1,500,000 in special assessments levied against 77 benefited commercial properties and a $1.5 million state grant; the remainder will be paid by the city. He said assessment amounts range from $478 to $238,000. Property owners may elect a 30-day, no-interest payment or amortize the assessment over 15 years; staff stated first payments would be due with the first half of property taxes in 2026 and that finance calculated a 4.1% interest rate for amortization.

A written objection was filed by Larkin Hoffman on behalf of Wood Book LLC; city staff noted the objection and the availability of a form for owners who wish to reserve appeal rights.

The council adopted Resolution No. 25-118 certifying the assessment roll by a 4-1 vote (Council member Wilson voted no). The council then adopted Resolution No. 25-119 awarding the construction contract to Petumas Roadways Inc. in the amount of $4,474,559.55 and authorized the mayor and city administrator to sign the contract. The council also authorized a construction administration services contract with WSB LLC in the amount of $377,218 (Resolution No. 25-120) and approved budget amendments tied to the low bid (Resolution No. 25-121).

Doug Novak told the council staff followed the city’s assessment policy and a benefit appraisal and that the assessment amounts shown are the lower of the two calculations. He advised property owners they can review the full assessment roll and that finance mails individual assessment notices to affected properties.

Council members asked for clearer distribution of the assessment role in the packet in future meetings; staff agreed to follow up with the finance department and provide the detailed assessment roll to council members and affected owners.","Woodbury council closed a public hearing and adopted special assessments totaling about $1.5 million for the Tamarack Road (Weir Drive to Radio Drive) pavement and rehabilitation project, approved a construction contract and authorized engineering services; assessments affect 77 commercial properties with amounts ranging from $478 to $238,000.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6045722,"Residents urge council to allow backyard hens in more Woodbury zoning districts",469,649930,1119505,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71&start=649&end=1119","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71/thumbnail_649930.jpg","/articles/6045722/Minnesota/Residents-urge-council-to-allow-backyard-hens-in-more-Woodbury-zoning-districts","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6045722-c61e2b54c2db0873949707c43ccb5a3c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149551&Signature=kR0UneP~2D3wIRJTzhBotqMtDo6SrTrWtq-OprVKUtz8lIlxjYlyfMBTHdJSX7JxspRqvw3og-LavV06NZ8ay44Nw2o1RoDGyWaU75G6ctEFha7O2JOPElcWvSJBDr1ZZOhsSS9ZIW40lWKmvnb3HzSG1uJV82dy3a4x3H-xleBEU2eJoNSl-manItBTmkb~MYoqAcwjyFBjRu8G1I5Xe9AdeguLqaOo9CEA9PmRKcPjQI7y3PEjeqTInAOzi3dfvl~mJvDTHNDpV5JG64~NK2MFXAxmsohGzYevkVjI6ju9Syh-cfA0gFUNWRS-XDxI7~DxO7dl8S2HacXPXJJWbw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At the Woodbury City Council open forum on May 28, residents Samantha Wolfe and Nicole Mitchell urged the council to expand rules allowing backyard chickens into additional residential zoning districts.

Samantha Wolfe of 2101 Cameron Drive told the council she supports allowing hens on quarter-acre lots and said she was surprised Woodbury did not already permit chickens in suburban residential areas. Wolfe said her family values the learning opportunity chickens provide for her children and that hens are common in nearby Twin Cities suburbs.

Nicole Mitchell, 3033 Leyland Trail, said residents often conflate backyard hens with roosters and added, “No no place has roosters,” to emphasize that typical urban chicken rules restrict roosters. Mitchell also told the council that surveys in Woodbury showed mixed responses and that education about what backyard hens entail could affect public opinion.

Both speakers noted the council recently changed rules to allow hens in rural zoning districts but asked the city to formally consider allowing hens in the city’s 4-zoning district used by many suburban homeowners.

No formal action was taken; the open forum is a public comment period and the council does not typically respond immediately during the meeting. Staff and council members said community input is welcome and that a formal code change would require staff analysis and a subsequent public process.","Two Woodbury residents used the open forum to ask the council to reconsider restrictions on backyard chicken ownership; residents said hens provide educational opportunities, reduce food waste and are allowed in neighboring cities and in rural Woodbury zoning districts.",{"_33":113,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":114,"_41":115,"_43":116,"_45":117,"_47":118,"_49":119,"_51":120,"_53":121,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":122,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":123,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6045726,"Woodbury council approves $345,000 for two playground replacements after debate over design and engagement",2031,1368615,3399675,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71&start=1368&end=3399","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577199-9c5c19710f1d582d93dda2cdb1badf71/thumbnail_1368615.jpg","/articles/6045726/Minnesota/Woodbury-council-approves-345000-for-two-playground-replacements-after-debate-over-design-and-engagement","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6045726-298d26473277dd46efb1d47edf6d07e8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771149551&Signature=coN1vTjNJbd-UyJxEXxpR0gAzpAolTYQbBtR3baPFdbG2eclqN7~dlQqJv0k6vZWZ9hpuMTFxo0su1G-UrYLMc1rVZA1TCG3Za9Ea4bKDG3MHX-Qa1j3Pg-YV86EreD-ZDyoshcWalkRqoxqfwL~-48Ta49wbBZwSfvEjZBxn8zkVLF9KRJb9j82b-KE7~RQ91rSagqTLc9E1m~N71OzC9bsR0x7CdqvO6JLnD8nBVAF6Ftc8ZuYj8mNmYnm~y~Al7Cr1T5w5TLrmBuyif58aLkYjo0cPyw5I4MJJIYuXVAiN7XEUd~tMJKXxkgIF1XyDHjsp9jH141uRJBQ1wk4-Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Woodbury City Council on Wednesday awarded contracts not to exceed $345,000 to replace playgrounds at Pioneer Park and Carver Lake Park, approving Resolution No. 25-92 on a 4-1 roll-call vote.

Council members discussed concerns about whether the new designs preserve larger play structures used by older children and whether the Parks and Natural Resources Commission and staff had allowed sufficient community review before the contract award.

Council member Wilson said the community’s worry is that replacements are losing larger structures for older children: \"I would like to see a playground that is going to have a toddler area, yes, but also more amenities for older children.\" Wilson also said she will vote against the contract because she wants more time and community engagement on the final design.

Michelle Okada, Parks and Recreation staff, defended the department’s process and said safety, budget and equipment availability affected what fits in the playground “container.” Okada told the council that staff used a vendor under state contract to present a base playground and then sought public feedback; she added, “Playgrounds are very subjective... I can't guarantee that any 1 process will get us to everyone will love it.”

Okada described efforts to broaden inclusivity in the replacement designs, including a “flex swing” intended to maintain overall swinging capacity while adding an accessible option for children and adults with disabilities. She said staff compared multiple vendors and considered maintenance and parts availability when selecting vendors.

Council members pressed staff on process and precedent. Several council members said they support the city’s community engagement structures and volunteer commissions but asked whether the commission should be given clearer authority or more time to review future designs. Council member Morris suggested directing staff to provide PNRC earlier access to plans. Mayor Burt and other council members noted the city already follows an engagement process and that the commission had reviewed the designs.

At the meeting, Council member Morris introduced the motion to adopt Resolution 25-92 to award playground replacement contracts to Landscape Structures Inc. and Flagship Recreation for a combined amount not to exceed $345,000. The motion passed with Council member Wilson voting no and the other members voting aye.

The council also discussed options for providing more time and clearer expectations for the Parks and Natural Resources Commission on future playground replacements and directed staff to prepare a memo describing options for increased PNRC involvement and possible workshop discussion.

The contracts authorize procurement and implementation; any specific design changes beyond what was presented will require staff action or further council direction if the commission or residents request appeals.","The Woodbury City Council voted 4-1 to award contracts totaling up to $345,000 to replace playgrounds at Pioneer Park and Carver Lake Park, after residents and council members debated whether the new equipment preserves amenities for older children and allows more public input.","actionData","errors"]

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Council adopts special assessments and awards contracts for Tamarack Road rehabilitation

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Woodbury council approves $345,000 for two playground replacements after debate over design and engagement