Meeting Date: September 7, 2021

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Bond Refinancing:  The City Council approved the sale of refunding bonds, saving the City approximately $163,000 in interest costs over the term of the debt. The City of Carver was also able to have its “AA” bond rating affirmed by S&P Global as a part of the refunding process.

Harvey’s Bar & Grill:  The City Council approved a liquor license for Tiffany Grochowski, the new owner of Harvey’s Bar & Grill.

The Preserve (Housing Development):  A preliminary plat was approved for The Preserve, a new housing development located directly west of Meridian Fields housing on Monroe Drive. The 66 lot single family housing project will feature homes by Brandl Anderson, a new builder in the City of Carver. Plans include 66 residential units, a wetland trail and sidewalk system, and extensions of City infrastructure including an extension of Monroe Drive.    

American Rescue Plan Act Fund: The City Council adopted a resolution accepting American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The ARPA, in part, provides aid to cities as a response to the Covid-19 pandemic. The City is expecting to receive $533,952 in ARPA funding in two installments in 2021 and 2022. Over the course of several months, staff reviewed eligible uses of ARPA funds in connection with the City’s Long-Term Financial Plan. Connected with the funding, the City Council adopted an intended use budget for ARPA funds for a variety of utility projects (water, sanitary sewer, etc.). In addition, ARPA funds are intended to be used for pagers and radios for the Fire Department.