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EDA addresses expired wetland delineations, considers funding policy and targeted developer outreach for Headwaters 123

Forest Lake Economic Development Authority (EDA) · December 2, 2025
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Summary

Staff reported wetland delineations for city‑owned sale parcels have expired and recommended updates in spring; EDA discussed using CDA predevelopment funds, drafting a policy for assistance to private landowners, and hiring a consultant to run a developer 'RFP light' for Headwaters 123.

City staff told the EDA that wetland delineations for publicly owned parcels the city is marketing have expired and cannot be redone during winter months.

"Wetland delineations expire after 5 years," Abby said, adding that the airport business park and Headwaters 123 delineations were no longer valid. She asked whether the EDA would be willing to pay to update delineations, noting the city can apply to county CDA predevelopment funds to cover some predevelopment costs.

Members discussed impacts on current offers: staff said an existing option on one parcel was accepted despite…

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