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City Council Meeting - July 23, 2026
Published: Jul 23, 2026
Apple Valley Communications Team Earns State Recognition for Website Redesign and Video Marketing
Councilmember Hebert recognized the Apple Valley Communications and IT video team for receiving awards at the Minnesota Association of Government Communicators (MAGC) annual awards. The team won a silver award for the Apple Valley website redesign and a bronze award for the Splash Valley Water Park video shoot and social media campaign. These awards were presented in a competition that includes cities and consultants from across the state, highlighting the high quality of work produced by the Apple Valley team.
Centenarian Resident Norm Celebrated for Daily Walks and Active Lifestyle
Councilmember Bergman shared an anecdote about 100-year-old resident Norm, who walks three miles daily and has been doing so for 20 years. Norm was recently recognized by city staff (Tom Weiss, Matt Simon) for the cleanup and professional appearance of the Pennock pump house area. Bergman also detailed Norm's active lifestyle, including playing golf in Cannon Falls and receiving a $100 credit from the golf course due to his age. He described Norm as talkative and well-regarded in the community.
Apple Valley's Hayes Youth Athletic Complex Honored with MRPA Award of Excellence
The Apple Valley City Council received the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) Award of Excellence for the Hayes Youth Athletic Complex. The $7.3 million project includes four lit youth baseball/softball fields, a football/soccer/lacrosse field, irrigation, on-site parking, and updated stormwater management. It was a partnership with ISD 196, involving a joint powers agreement for construction and maintenance. The award recognizes the project's community-driven planning, stakeholder engagement, and its value as an asset for future generations. Council members praised the collaboration and the project's successful execution.
Apple Valley Hosts Third Annual Swap Event to Reduce Landfill Waste and Recycle Goods
Tom Weiss announced the third annual furniture and small appliance swap event, taking place July 24th (donation day) and July 25th (reuse day) at the Apple Valley Sports Arena. The event aims to divert items from landfills and provide residents with free usable goods. Residents can donate items on Friday and pick up items for free on Saturday. Information regarding accepted items and event details is available on the city's website. Councilmember Bergman highlighted its utility for college students needing dorm room items.
Orchard Path Senior Living Facility Gains Approval for Second Ground Sign
The Apple Valley City Council approved a text amendment to Plan Development (PD) 703 to allow for an additional ground sign at the Orchard Path Senior Living Facility. The facility, owned by Presbyterian Homes and Services, recently completed its third phase. The amendment allows for a second monument sign to serve the new entrance and address of the recently completed South Wing. Staff recommended approval with specific conditions, including that the property be an apartment or continuum of care community, a corner lot, have no building signs, meet minimum signage requirements, and the primary building have two or more street addresses. The Planning Commission recommended approval, and there were no public comments against the amendment.
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