The council approved a resolution to accept bids for the municipal airport airfield pavement rehabilitation project. The low bid for the project was $732,729 from BCM Construction, which came in under the initial estimate of approximately over $1 million. The total project cost, including engineering and administration, amounts to $958,045. Notably, federal funding will cover 87% of the project, with the state contributing an additional $78,486. This financial structure reduces the city’s burden, from an estimated contribution of around $140,000 to $46,174. The project is set to begin on August 18th, pending the grant’s finalization, with completion expected shortly thereafter.

In zoning matters, the council approved an amendment to allow proof of parking in commercial districts. This change aims to offer more flexibility in commercial property development. The council also approved the rezoning of properties at the corner of Second and 14th Street Northwest to C2 Highway commercial, facilitating future commercial growth in that area.

Additionally, the council considered a preliminary and final plat agreement for Faribault Downtown Central LLC, which involves subdividing a property on Central Avenue from one lot into three. The development agreement, which adheres to zoning requirements, includes specific easements for fire and safety concerns and is expected to proceed without issues.