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SPECIAL MEETING PROCEEDINGS
March 19, 2014
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a special meeting of the Rosemount Youth Commission was
held on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at 4:02 p.m. in the Training Room at Dakota Communications
Center, 2860 160'b Street West, Rosemount.
First Vice Chair Eichten called the meeting to order with Youth Commissioners Corrigan, Dennis,
Munson, Norder, Oliphant, Schalliol, Simmering, Wick, and Wuellner attending. City Council Members
Shoe- Corrigan and Weisensel, Staff Liaison Foster, Recording Secretary Harrington and High School
Senior Emily Harrington were also present. Youth Commissioners Mohamed, Narloch and Nelson
were absent. Commissioners Alex and Neuens arrived at 4:05 p.m., Commissioners Oliphant and
Wuellner left at 4:45 p.m., Commissioner Corrigan and Council Member Shoe - Corrigan left at 4:48 p.m.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
None
Motion by Eichten. Second by Dennis.
Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Ayes: 12
Nays: 0. Absent: 3. Motion carried.
AUDIENCE INPUT
None
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Eichten. Second by Corrigan.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda.
a. Minutes of February 26, 2014 Youth Commission Meeting
Ayes: 12
Nays: 0. Absent: 3. Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
6.a. Youth Commissioner Attendance
Foster reviewed the by -laws of the Youth Commission regarding attendance with the group. Discussion
regarding absences and realistic attendance expectations and how to deal with absences took place.
Eichten recommended increasing the allowed absences to four, plus one allowed for illness. Neuens
reminded the group that there are only a limited amount of meetings throughout the year. Schalliol
suggested keeping the number of absences at three. Other comments included allowances for special
circumstances, although qualifying absences may be difficult. The idea of warnings was raised, along
with the need for someone to be a point person in this area. Wick suggested a sub - committee be named
to handle attendance issues.
Motion by Alex. Second by Neuens.
Motion to create a sub - committee to monitor attendance.
Ayes: 11
Nays: 1. Absent: 3. Motion carried.
Commissioners Wick and Corrigan volunteered to serve on the newly created Attendance sub-
committee. There being no Vice -Chair volunteer, Neuens delegated Eichten to serve on the sub-
committee. The sub - committee duties will include monitoring and touching bases with Commissioners
having two absences. The message to be delivered is that attendance is necessary to participate. Along
with determining if there are extenuating circumstances preventing them from attending, and if there is
anything the Commission can do to help. Commissioners with more than three absences may lose the
designation of being a member in good standing, thereby affecting future commission applications.
Commissioners also have the option to withdraw if they feel it necessary.
Event attendance which requires all Commissioners to attend at least one sponsored event was also
reviewed. Although all Commissioners have met the requirement for the year, the Arbor Day event in
partnership with the City Council will occur in May. Shoe- Corrigan noted that overall she is pleased
with the participation of the Youth Commission this year.
6.b. Recruitment
Youth Commission applications will be dropped off by Vice - chairs at the Rosemount High School
(RHS) office. Arrangements have been made to advertise the openings on the RHS announcements.
Applications are due April 7, 2014. Current commissioners who wish to reapply must also complete and
submit the application. Current and newly appointed members will be invited to attend the May 28t1,
2014 Youth Commission meeting. Commissioners will tell friends and neighbors about the opportunity
to serve on the Youth Commission.
6c. Youth Commission Goals Statement
The Goal Statement Page was reviewed and discussed. Schalhol suggested that promoting the Youth
Commission to younger students should be added to the goal statement. It was also discussed that while
increasing the connection to Rosemount Neighborhood Family Resource Center is a valued goal, other
organizations within the city may also benefit from connecting with the Youth Commission. Weisensel
noted the connection between the action items identified at the goal setting and each goal statement.
Motion by Alex. Second by Dennis.
Motion to amend and approve the goal statement with the addition of "Promote recruitment of
younger citizens to the Youth Commission" (Manage) and add "— and other similar
organizations" (Live).
Ayes: 12
Nays: 0. Absent: 3. Motion carried.
6.d. Roundtable Discussion
Foster reviewed the potential swing dance opportunity with Rosemount Area Arts Council (RAAC), to
which Eichten suggested it be held after AP testing and Prom (May 17"', 2014). It was determined that
the Youth Commission would not be able to partner with RAAC on a swing dance event in April.
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Oliphant reported that Mr. Loch with R A A C, was pleased to have the Youth Commission volunteer to
assist with the upcoming tile project and is willing to attend a Youth Commission meeting to discuss
further.
Norder wished everyone a safe and happy Spring break. Alex will be vacationing in Mexico for Spring
break, and will also be finalizing his college plans. Wick will be vacationing in Denver for Spring break.
Simmering reported that National Honor Society is recruiting blood donor and sign -up can be done all
this week.
Schalliol inquired about the number of Youth Commissioners that will be appointed for the 2014 — 2015
term. Weisensel and Shoe - Corrigan stated that fifteen are planned at this time, but they are open to
comments from the present Commissioners. General consensus was that the group of fifteen
performed well this term.
In the area of arts, Corrigan announced the premier of "Clean Shorts" on April 5`l', 2014. Munson
reported that the choir concert that took place on Tuesday, March 18"', 2014 went well. Eichten also
reported that the concert was successful and appreciated the support by families and community
members.
Wuellner reported being quite busy this time of year.
Dennis is very excited about the hospital tour his medical class will be going on soon, and that it is an
honor to be invited.
Neuens suggested getting your trap shooting in since the season opens in two weeks.
Weisensel and Shoe - Corrigan highlighted a few of the items from the March 18"', 2014 Council Meeting
including the approval of two senior housing developments, the activity center, and the splash pad.
REPORTS
7.a. Commission Member Reports
Dennis contacted the organizers of the Warrior 196 Memorial 5K Run, which is scheduled to be held
September 13`l', 2014 at Apple Valley High School. They are happy to have the support and help of the
Youth Commission. Dennis will be contacted when the group determines what help will be needed
from the Youth Commission.
7.b. Next Meeting Date
The next meeting of the Youth Commission is scheduled for April 23, 2014 at 3:45 p.m. at City Hall.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, it was moved by Alex and seconded by Dennis that the
meeting be adjourned. The motion carried unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 4:50 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jean Harrington
Recording Secretary
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YOUTH COMMISSION
Within the City Council Goals to Grow, Live and Manage Rosemount, the Youth Commission
establish the following as their 2014 -2015 goals
GROW
Increase Youth job opportunities
• Support new and existing business work opportunities to gain experience
• Promote Youth volunteerism to build skills
Increase Sport/ Recreational opportunities and facilities
• Support a Rosemount YMCA facility
• Support indoor sports /pool facilities
LIVE
Increase Youth Commission community presence
• Maintain current RAAC Partnership Events
• Identify new partnership opportunities increase recreational, sporting and cultural events
• Increase connection to Rosemount Neighborhood Family Resource Center — and other similar
organizations
Increase Youth gathering locations and activities
• Support Central Park improvements
MANAGE
Increase Youth Participation in Political Structures
Identify and partner with Rosemount High School student organizations
Promote recruitment ofyounger citizens to the Youth Commission
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