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The City Council held a regular meeting on Monday, October 13. Here are the highlights:

• Manufacturing Month: Mayor Lloyd Hilgart proclaimed October as Manufacturing Month, in recognition of the critical importance of manufacturing to the state and local economy.
• Golf Course Road Trail Project: Work is underway. Crews are expected to complete storm sewer installation this week or early next week. A small section of the roadway is planned to be paved later this year. 
• Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) Ordered: The City Council accepted the AUAR Scoping Document and ordered the full AUAR study for the proposed 550-acre technology campus (data center) by Monticello Tech LLC. The full AUAR will evaluate the environmental impacts in the study area as outlined in the Scoping Document and propose mitigation strategies to limit potentially significant impacts should the development move forward.

To view the agenda, and minutes when available, visit the Agenda Center.

To watch the recorded meeting, stream it online or tune in on cable channel 12 (FiberNet), channel 997 (TDS), or channel 180 (Charter subscribers). The rebroadcast schedule is available here.

The City Council held a regular meeting on Monday, September 8. Here are the highlights:

• Monticello Heritage Days: The City received a $5,000 grant from the Initiative Foundation to launch a new event celebrating Monticello’s logging history, to coincide with Walk n Roll 2026.
• Wendy’s Development Update: The City Council approved a one-year extension for Wendy’s at 261 Highland Way (near Home Depot). Construction is expected to begin in spring 2026.
• E-Bike Ordinance Amendment: An ordinance update seeks to promote responsible e-bike use while addressing safety concerns raised by residents and the Wright County Sheriff’s Office. It clarifies e-bike classifications and restricts high-speed or non-compliant motorized bikes from trails, sidewalks, and park areas to prevent damage and improve public safety.

To view the agenda, and minutes when available, visit the Agenda Center.

To watch the recorded meeting, stream it online or tune in on cable channel 12 (FiberNet), channel 997 (TDS), or channel 180 (Charter subscribers). The rebroadcast schedule is available here.