by Anna Phalen
Correspondent
The Crookston City Council held a special meeting Monday, Dec. 29.
The council approved the property tax levy for taxes payable in 2026, which includes an 8% increase. The amount to be levied for the current year, collectible in 2026, will be for general levy (revenue) $4,819,065 and special levy (tax abatement), $26,000. As a result, the total tax levy will be $4,845,065. Following levy approval, the council adopted the City of Crookston’s 2026 budget.
Council members adopted a five-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2026 through 2030. The plan was previously presented and discussed, with public input received during the Truth in Taxation hearing held Monday, Dec. 1. The CIP outlines anticipated capital projects and infrastructure investments over the five-year period.
The council approved a resolution authorizing an accounting and advisory services agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. The agreement outlines professional services to assist the City of Crookston with financial reporting, audit preparation, internal control review, financial reporting support, and other related accounting services as requested by city management. Under the agreement, CLA will perform services in accordance with applicable professional standards, while city management retains responsibility for financial records, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. City staff determined the agreement to be in the best interest of the city.
In other business, the council granted a temporary extension of the liquor license for the Crookston Inn while the sale of the business is pending.
