HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.a. Minutes of the March 9, 2011 Work Session ProceedingsCALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular work session of the Rosemount City Council was
held on Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2875 145
Street West, Rosemount.
Mayor Droste called the meeting to order with Council Members Kearney, Shoe Corrigan and
Weisensel attending. Council Member DeBettignies was absent. Staff present included City
Administrator Johnson, Police Lieutenant Ericson, Community Development Director Lindquist,
Director of Parks and Recreation Schultz and City Clerk Domeier.
DISCUSSION
2.A. City Code: Animal Control
Police Lieutenant Ericson summarized the information provided in the staff report. He requested
feedback on the three areas outlined in the report.
Discussion was held on cat regulations. City Administrator Johnson noted that the cat regulation
was discussed during the 2010 budget session. He added that the budget strategy in 2010 included
the elimination of cat impounding. Suggestions from the City Council included setting up a tent
during Leprechaun Days for pet licensing or having more information about licensing included in a
City newsletter. The City Council supported the change to cat regulations but will discuss dog
licensing after more data is received on the number of dogs located in the City.
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2.C. Draft of goal setting document
City Administrator Johnson stated this item will be discussed at a future work session.
Further discussion was held on the other two topics outlined in the report. The City Council
concurred that the information provided on the dangerous dogs reflected their previous stance on
the issue. The City Council also supported having the City Attorney make the major revisions to the
City Code as suggested in the report.
2.B. Senior Housing Market Study
Community Development Director Lindquist summarized the information provided in the staff
report. Discussion was held regarding the market study. It was decided to have a market study
conducted for independent living and also to revise the market area for assisted and memory care
market rate senior housing. The City Council was looking more specifically at the St. Joe's site.
Staff was also directed to work with the CDA to site another affordable senior housing project in
the community. Darline Lehmann, president of the Rosemount Area Seniors, stated that there were
approximately 380 participants in senior events at the Rosemount Community Center during a one
month time period.
UPDATES
2.A. Player Development Area
Director of Parks and Recreation Schultz provided information on the proposed player
development area at the Rosemount Community Center. Parks Commission recommended that the
discussions ensue and be brought to the City Council. The City Council requested to be kept
apprised of the situation.
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2.B. UMore Concept Plan Revised
Community Development Director Lindquist summarized the information in the staff report. The
item was provided as information only to keep the City Council aware of the changes to the concept
plan. Discussion was held about density proposed in the concept plan. The City Council requested
that staff show the differences in the concept plan compared to the Comprehensive Guide Plan.
2.C. Special Meeting Dates
City Administrator Johnson stated the Commission Interviews will be held on Wednesday, March 16
at 6 p.m. The City Council decided that on Tuesday, April 19 after the City Council meeting to hold
an economic development strategy meeting. The City Council also agreed to April 28, 2011 for the
annual Commissioner Appreciation Dinner.
2.D. Updates from City Council /Staff
Director of Parks and Recreation Schultz provided an update on the trails for the 2011 Street
Improvement Project. He provided a map illustrating the 6 properties where easements would need
to be obtained. The City Council directed staff to meet with the property owners to find out if they
would be willing to provide an easement to the City.
City Administrator Johnson provided on an update received from the original developer of
GlenRose. Dean Johnson of Dean Johnson Homes was requesting TIF to finish the project and
would include rental homes. The City Council did not support offering TIF for the project.
Mr. Johnson updated that the Pulfus Equipment contacted the City about using their current
location for a used car lot. He noted that the use was not allowed by ordinance. The City Council
did not support the request but suggesting offering alternative sites in Rosemount where the use was
allowed by ordinance.
Community Development Director Lindquist provided an update on two properties for sale in the
Downtown. She was approached by both businesses about the potential of the City purchasing the
properties. Ms. Lindquist and the building official will be making appointments to tour one of the
properties.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by Droste,
second by Weisensel, the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Amy Domeier, City Clerk