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Chisago City council weighs renovation, new build and financing options for police facility
Summary
At a July 6 work session, Chisago City council reviewed options for the police facility — renovating city hall per Lindstrom's preferred plan, building a new facility, or operating an independent department — and directed staff to get updated cost and financing estimates; no vote was taken.
Chisago City officials met in a special work session on July 6, 2026, to review options for the future police facility, including renovating the existing building, constructing a new facility, or forming a separate city-owned department. Mayor Jeremy Dresel called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.; City Administrator John Pechman presented a tax-impact comparison of renovation, new construction and operating an independent police department to show potential effects on property owners.
Council members acknowledged that Lindstrom's preferred plan is renovating city hall and discussed what Chisago City might propose in response. Chief of Police Bill Schlumbohm emphasized the value of the current joint department structure, noting that the partnership has created an efficient operation with strong community support and that "separating services could create significant challenges and additional costs." Members asked for more detailed construction-cost estimates, lifecycle analyses (15–20 years of service life), and clearer financing options before making any recommendation. Staff were directed to work with consultants and return with updated cost and financing information at a follow-up meeting. No formal motions or votes were taken.
