Coon Rapids City Council Debates Safety Equipment Funding Amidst Budgetary Concerns

Overview: The Coon Rapids City Council meeting was marked by discussions surrounding the 2026 budget, highlighted by public safety investments, notably the proposed purchase of a new aerial ladder truck and rescue vehicle for the fire department. The debate centered on balancing the need for modern fire equipment with the fiscal responsibility of financing these significant expenditures. Council members and city officials weighed the importance of replacing aging fire trucks, considering technological advancements and the critical role these vehicles play in ensuring community safety.

Coon Rapids City Council Debates Ordinance Changes Amidst Infrastructure and Community Initiatives

Overview: The Coon Rapids City Council meeting on November 18, 2025, explored significant legislative amendments, approved infrastructure projects, and addressed community events. The council focused on ordinances related to public utilities and animal regulations, alongside infrastructure improvements near Rapids High School.

Coon Rapids City Council Greenlights Sale of Old Fire Station No. 3 for Housing Development

Overview: During the Coon Rapids City Council meeting on November 4, 2025, the council unanimously approved the sale of the old Fire Station No. 3 site, located at 2831 113th Avenue, to AMA Homes for redevelopment into a single-family subdivision. The property, sold for $33,000, will be repurposed into an eight-lot subdivision, with the city managing the demolition of the existing structure to cut costs. This redevelopment plan includes specific amendments to the purchase agreement, such as the city’s right to remove at least one evergreen tree prior to the sale, facilitating future tree lighting events.

Coon Rapids Council Approves Fee Reductions, Advances Storm Drain Repairs, and Plans Property Demolition

Overview: At the recent Coon Rapids City Council meeting held on October 21, 2025, developments were discussed and approved, including amendments to licensing fee structures, necessary infrastructure improvements, and plans for property demolition. The council addressed these matters with a focus on supporting local businesses and maintaining city facilities.

Coon Rapids Council Approves Senior Center Anniversary Proclamation; Discusses Zoning Changes and Fee Adjustments

Overview: The Coon Rapids City Council meeting on October 7, 2025, was a platform for a variety of discussions and decisions, the most notable being the proclamation honoring the 50th anniversary of the Rapids Senior Center. The council also deliberated on zoning changes for a former fire station site and reviewed proposed adjustments to city fees, including those for cannabis businesses and alcohol licenses. The meeting addressed the replacement of a failing retaining wall and set the stage for upcoming public hearings.