Adopting a Resolution setting a public hearing for November 16, 2026, regarding the assessment of unpaid special charges for Weed, Snow, Rubbish, and Tree Removal, Secure Property, and Property Violation.

This is a request to set a hearing for the assessing of unpaid special charges for:

70242701 - Weed Removal

70222701 - Snow Removal

70232701 - Rubbish Removal

70242701 - Tree Removal Under $1,000

70242702 - Tree Removal Over $1,000 and under $5,000

70242703 - Tree Removal Over $5,000

70302701 - Secure Property

70392701 - Property Violation

The hearing will be held on November 16, 2026. The hearing will follow the same procedures as the street assessment hearings in accordance with Chapter 429 of Minnesota Statutes. Any appeals received will preserve the appellant's right to appeal to district court under Minn. Stat. Section 429.081. There will not be continued hearings as State Statute sets forth a remedy to appeal and City Staff thoroughly investigates any resident questions or concerns received.  

Assessing residents for unpaid special charges requires a public hearing so that residents may be heard regarding the assessed fees or regarding the work that was completed in relation to the affected property.

No prior legislative actions and community engagement.

This assessment process functions as a reimbursement mechanism for the City related to completing special charges related to code enforcement. There is no City budget for these charges; therefore, lack of reimbursement would have a negative impact on City departmental operating budgets.

No alternative actions are suggested at this time.