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REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
MAY 15, 2013
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Rosemount Youth Commission was
held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at 3:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2875 1451h
Street West, Rosemount.
Chairperson Eichten called the meeting to order with Youth Commissioners Alex, Nelson, Neuens,
Simmering, Drew, and Olson present. Also in attendance were Youth Commission Applicants
Corrigan, Dennis, Mohamed, Munson, Norder, Oliphant, Schalliol, Wick, and Wuellner. City
Council members Shoe - Corrigan and Weisensel, Staff Liaison Foster and Recording Secretary
Harrington were also present. Alternate Youth Commissioner Narloch was absent.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
None.
Motion by Eichten. Second by Alex.
Motion to approve the agenda.
Ayes: 7
Nays: 0
Absent: Narloch. Motion carried.
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION
Introductions of current and new commissioners were made and Council members Shoe - Corrigan
and Weisensel along with Staff extended a welcome.
AUDIENCE INPUT
None
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Eichten. Second by Olson.
Motion to approve the consent agenda.
Ayes: 7
Nays: 0
Absent: Narloch. Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
None.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Rosemount Area Arts Council Representative
John Loch and Jeanne Schwartz, representing the Rosemount Area Arts Council (RAAC), presented
two opportunities to partner with the Youth Commission, one being the tree lighting event in
December and the second a swing dance. RAAC requests that the Commission confer and respond
to accept or decline or suggest another event in a timely manner, so as enable sufficient time for the
planning process.
b. Youth Commission Overview, Expectations, & Questions
The Youth Commissioners were provided an overview and expectations as commissioners for the
upcoming term from Council member Weisensel. The commitment in terms of both time and
participation is encouraged and expected in order to share the views of youth within the community.
Meetings are generally held the fourth Wednesday of the month at 3:45 p.m. The primary form of
communication will be through email; however commissioners should feel free to call Foster if
questions. If for any reason the commitment cannot be upheld, please let Foster know as soon as
possible. Since the Youth Commission has been expanded, the use of committees will be used.
Council member Shoe - Corrigan added that learning opportunities abound and that although the
process may seem time consuming, bringing goals to fruition is very satisfying. There were no
questions.
C. Roundtable — Outgoing & Returning Commissioners Sharing with New
Commissioners
Discussion between current, outgoing, and new commissioners on processes, improvements, and
advice for the upcoming term were shared. New commissioners volunteered ideas on opportunities
within the community to involve and address youth issues, including dances, swimming pool, youth
friendly center, bonfires, clubs, and government education. Weisensel commended the commission
for ideas and challenged them to think through goals to accomplish the purpose of involving a wide
array of youth in a safe manner. Shoe - Corrigan reminded the commissioners that policy changes
can also be affected by participation in Youth Commission. Foster informed the new commissioners
those opportunities to see the inner working of city departments would be made available as tours
presented before Youth Commission meetings.
d. Revision of By -laws
Motion by Eichten. Second by Drew.
Motion to discuss proposed revisions of By -laws.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Absent: Narloch, Nelson, and Neuens. Motion carried.
Major revisions include increasing the number of commissioners from seven to a number appointed
by the Council. Attendance requirements changed to include at least one event, and limit the
number of absences from meetings to three per term. Section III delineating the duties of the
Youth Commission was added. The addition of City staff as Recording Secretary along with the
restructure of Commission Officers proposed to include one Chair and two Vice - Chairs was
reviewed. A quorum will to consist of one - third.
Motion by Eichten. Second by Simmering.
Motion to approve the Revisions of By -laws.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0
Absent: Narloch, Nelson, and Neuens. Motion carried.
REPORTS
a. Commission Member Reports
None
b. Next Meeting Date
The next meeting of the Youth Commission is scheduled for June 26, 2013 at 3:45 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of City Hall in Rosemount.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, it was moved by Commissioner Eichten and seconded
by Wick that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried unanimously and the meeting was
adjourned at 5:02 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jean Harrington, Recording Secretary