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HomeMy WebLinkAbout9.a. Amendment to Rosemount City Code Relating to the Fire Ordinance 4 ROSEMOUNT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CITY COUNCIL City Council Meeting Date: June 21, 2011 AGENDA ITEM: Amendment to Rosemount City Code AGENDA SECTION: Relating to the Fire Ordinance New Business PREPARED BY: John Kendall, Fire Marshal Kim Lindquist, Community Development Director q• ATTACHMENTS: Proposed Ordinance Amendment to APPROVED BY: Section 6 -1 Relating to the Fire Code; Proposed Ordinance Amendment to Section 6 -3 Relating to Open Burning; Proposed Ordinance Amendment to Section 6 -4 Relating to Fireworks; Proposed Ordinance Amendment to Section 7 -8 Relating to Alarm Systems; A• ril 13 and Ma 11 Cit Council Minutes RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to approve the Ordinance Amendments relating to Section 6 -1 Fire Code; Section 6 -3 Open Burning; Section 6 -4 Fireworks; 7 -8 Alarm Systems 4 ISSUE Staff has made modifications to various sections of the City Code primarily relating to fire code issues. The main goal is to bring the local ordinance into compliance with the State regulations. The City Council reviewed this item at two different work sessions, in April and May 2011. DISCUSSION The following is a summary of the proposed changes to the Fire Code. Detailed sfikethrough and underline changes can be found in the attached draft ordinances. Overall, the proposed changes seek to update, clarify and be non gender bias. Chapter 1 has changes to reflect the State adoption of the 2007 Minnesota Fire Code. The Amendments are purely administrative and allow the City to reference the State Code that is in effect. The only item of some substance is the clarification of the appropriate enforcement officers for Title 6 Fire Prevention and Protection. The State will periodically make changes to the Fire Code and the proposed language will allow the ordinance to stay current as long as the State uses the Minnesota Fire Code. The changes in Chapter 3, 4, and 8 are prompted by the State Code. As with other laws, the City is bound to enforce the State laws relating to open burning and recreational fires. The State law allows the City to be more restrictive but not less. In this instance, the ordinance changes proposed are consistent with the State law and do not vary from them. Staff is making the proposed modifications for two reasons. First, as a courtesy to community residents, it is believed the City code should mirror the State regulations which is what is enforced. Without the information in the local code, when residents ask about recreational fires we must direct them to the State Code, if in fact they want to review the written standards. For better communication and ease of access, staff believes the City code should be updated. The second reason is during the enforcement and prosecution process, the City prosecuting attorney indicated that having the regulations in the City code versus by reference would be beneficial. Staff would not typically pursue court action for open burns but the one incident was egregious enough to warrant action. In that case, a company was conducting an open burn, without permit, and had not attended to the fire enough that private property owners were concerned about their lawns and structures. In that instance, our Attorney indicated that having the local ordinance regulate the burn versus referencing the State code would have been more compelling. Ultimately, whether the City code lists the State regulations or not, it is the State regulations that will be enforced when complaints are received. The following changes have been made in the code: Chapter 3 has changes to clarify open burning, which requires a permit, and recreational fires which do not require a permit. This chapter has new language concerning open burning on decks and patios in structures containing three or more dwelling units. This language is consistent with language found in neighboring cities (Eagan, Apple Valley, and Lakeville). Included in the definitions is a permanent fire ring. Chapter 4 has changes to make it easier to read what fireworks are allowed. Chapter 8 has changes to incorporate nuisance fire alarms with police alarms. This will help track and identify nuisance fire alarms. CONCLUSION The changes proposed are to bring the local ordinances into conformance with State regulations. Updating the code will provide better communication to the public and assist in enforcement. The City is required to enforce the State code and cannot be less restrictive than the State. RECOMMENDATION Motion to approve the fire code related ordinance amendments. 2 CITY OF ROSEMOUNT COUNTY OF DAKOTA STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2011 ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE MINNESOTA STATE FIRE CODE; AMENDING CITY CODE, SECTIONS 6 -1 -1 THROUGH 6 -1 -5 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMOUNT ORDAINS as follows: Section 1. Rosemount City Code, Sections 6 -1 -1 through 6 -1 -5 are amended as follows: 6 -1 -1: UNIFORM MINNESOTA STATE FIRE CODE ADOPTED: There is hereby adopted by the City Council for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire or explosion, that certain Code known as the current edition of the Minnesota 6:6 Marshal's Office, State Fire Code. as adopted pursuant to Minnesota Statutes. Section 299F.011 and modified by Minnesota Rules. Chapter 7511, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted, modified or amended by this Chapter, of which Code not less than three (3) copies have been and are now filed in the office of the Clerk and the same are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein, and from the date on which this Chapter shall take effect, the provisions thereof shall be controlling within the limits of the City. (Ord. XVIII.6, 3- 15 -88) 6 -1 -2: ENFORCEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OF CODE: A. Enforcement by Fire Officials: 1. The Fire Chief of the Rosemount Fire Department, or a representative authorized by him the Fire Chief, shall enforce the provisions of this Chapter. 2. The Chief of the Rosemount Fire Department may detail such members of the Fire Department as inspectors as shall from time to time be necessary. The Chief of the Fire Department may recommend the employment of technical inspectors who, when such authorization is made, shall be selected through an examination to determine their fitness for the position. The examination shall be open to members and nonmembers of the Fire Department, and appointments made after examination shall be for an indefinite term with removal only for cause. B. Appeals: Whenever the Fire Chief shall disapprove an application or refuse to grant a permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of the Code do not apply or that the true intent and meaning of the Code have been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal from the decision of the Fire Chief to the City Council within thirty (30) days from the date of the decision appealed. 386911v2 CLL RS215 -5 C. The Fire Chief, Police Chief or a representative authorized by the Fire Chief shall have the power and duty to enforce this chapter through appropriate administrative and legal remedies, including but not limited to issuance of citation. 6 -1 -3: DEFINITIONS: AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION (AHJ): Wherever the term "AHJ" is used in the Minnesota State Fire Code, it shall be held to mean the Rosemount Fire Chief. or a representative authorized by the Fire Chief. CORPORATION COUNSEL: Wherever the term "Corporation Counsel" is used in the Minnesota Uniform Firc Codc, State Fire Code, it shall be held to mean the Attorney for the City of Rosemount. JURISDICTION: Wherever the word "jurisdiction" is used in the Minnesota Uniform Firc Code, State Fire Code, it shall be held to mean the City of Rosemount. 6 -1 -4: NEW MATERIALS, PROCESSES, OCCUPANCIES: The Mayor, the Fire Chief and the Fire Marshall Marshal shall act as a committee to determine and specify, after giving affected persons an opportunity to be heard, any new materials, processes or occupancies, which shall require permits, in addition to those now enumerated in said Code. The Fire Mar-shall Marshal shall post such list in a conspicuous place in his the Fire Marshal's office, and distribute copies thereof to interested persons. 6 -1 -5: STORAGE LIMITS FOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES: A. Combustible Liquids In Aboveground Tanks: 1. The limits referred to in section 15.201 of thc Minnesota Uniform Firc Codc the State Fire Code in which storage of flammable or combustible liquids in outside aboveground tanks is prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Area west of Akron Avenue within the City. 2. The limits referred to in section 15.601 of thc Minnesota Uniform Firc Codc the State Fire Code, in which new bulk plants for flammable or combustible liquids are prohibited, are hereby established as follows: Area west of Akron Avenue within the City. (Ord. XVII.3, 1 -16- 79) B. Liquefied Petroleum Gases, Bulk Storage: 1. Bulk storage limited to five hundred (500) gallon water capacity maximum in R -1 zoning districts except as may be approved by the Fire Chief or his designated representative a representative authorized by the Fire Chief. One thousand (1,000) gallon water capacity maximum in RR zoning and nonresidential installations, except as may be approved by the Fire Chief or hi3 dc3ignatcd representative a representative authorized by the Fire Chief. 386911v2 CLL RS215 -5 2. Separation from house, structures, property and other LP storage installations as per article 82, table 82.105 of the uniform firc code the State Fire Code. Staggered alignment of storage tanks of any capacity in residential applications shall be required by this code. 3. Storage tanks must be installed by a dealer or supplier with demonstrated competency under permit issued by the building official. 4. Tanks must be installed level and true on substantial concrete pad or footing with positive form of weed and grass control. 5. Tanks and equipment including, but not limited to: tank, piping, valves and regulators should be inspected on a regular basis by a dealer or supplier with demonstrated competency. Copy of inspection report should be available to the fire chief or designated representative upon request. 6. All installations in existence at the time of this adoption shall be allowed to remain until such time that equipment must be changed by obsolescence or by owner's choice. (Ord. XVIII.6, 3- 15 -1988) C. Explosives And Blasting Agents: The limits referred to in section 11.106(b) of the Minnesota uniform firc code the State Fire Code, in which storage of explosives and blasting agents is prohibited, are hereby established as follows: area west of Akron Avenue within the city, except University of Minnesota property. (Ord. XVIII.3, 1 -16 -1979) Section 2. This Ordinance shall be in effect following its passage and publication. Adopted this day of 2011, by the City Council of the City of Rosemount, Minnesota. William H. Droste, Mayor ATTEST: Amy Domeier, City Clerk Published in the Rosemount Town Pages the day of 2011. 386911v2 CLL RS215 -5 CITY OF ROSEMOUNT COUNTY OF DAKOTA STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2011 ORDINANCE RELATING TO OPEN BURNING; AMENDING CITY CODE, CHAPTER 6 -3 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMOUNT ORDAINS as follows: Section 1. Rosemount City Code, Section 6 -3 -1 is amended as follows: 6 -3 -1: OPEN BURNING PROHIBITED: It shall be unlawful, a violation of this chapter and a misdemeanor for any person to start or allow to burn any open fire on any property within the city without a permit, except for supervised recreational fires or cooling -des contained within approved fire rings, pits or (Ord. XVIII.4, 5 -3 -1983) Section 2. Rosemount City Code, Section 6 -3 -3 is renumbered 6 -3 -2 and amended as follows: 6 -3 -2: PERMIT ISSUING AUTHORITY: A. The city fire chief, building official or-the-superintendent of streets and utilities are The Fire Chief, or a representative authorized by the Fire Chief is hereby authorized to issue permits under this chapter, and may establish reasonable permit conditions for open burning consistent with the rules adopted herein. The signature of one designated authorized official is necessary for a permit to be issued. (Ord. XVIII.4, 5 -3 -1983) B. The open burning permits are subject to revocation at the discretion of DNR Forest Officer, the Fire Chief, or a representative authorized by the Fire Chief. Reasons for revocation include, but are not limited to, a fire hazard existing or developing during the course of the burn, any of the conditions of the permit being violated during the course of the burn, pollution or nuisance conditions developing during the course of the burn, or a fire smoldering with no flame present. Section 3. Rosemount City Code is amended by substituting new Section 6 -3 -3 as follows: 6 -3 -3: PERMIT HOLDER RESPONSIBILITY: A. Every open burn event shall be constantly attended by the permit holder. The open burning site shall have available appropriate communication and fire suppression equipment. as set out in the fire safety plan. B. The open burn fire shall be completely extinguished before the permit holder leaves the site. No fire may be allowed to smolder with no person present. C. The permit holder shall have a valid permit. as required by this subchapter, available for inspection on the open burn site by the, Fire Department, Police Department, MPCA representative or DNR Forest Officer. 386912v2 CLL RS215 -5 1 D. No recreational fire or open burn will be permitted when the City or DNR has officially declared a burning ban due to potential hazardous fire conditions, or when the MPCA has declared an Air Quality Alert. E. All fires shall be extinguished at the direction of the Fire Department, Police Department. or DNR Fire Warden. F. The permit holder shall comply with and implement all permanent conditions of the burn event safety plan as established. The permit holder shall be responsible for all costs incurred as a result of the burn, including but not limited to. fire suppression and administrative fees. G. No prohibited materials as defined in Minnesota Statutes shall be combusted in an open fire. Section 4. Rosemount City Code is amended by substituting new Section 6 -3 -4 as follows: 6 -3 -4: RECREATIONAL FIRES A. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to establish the guidelines for recreational fires. B. Definitions. a. Permanent Fire Ring. Permanent fire rings must be constructed of concrete, steel or other approved noncombustible materials. The ring must extend at least six (6) inches below the ground and extend at least six (6) inches above the ground. The area around a permanent fire ring must be cleared of all grass and vegetation for at least five (5) feet. b. Permitted Materials. The only materials permitted in a recreational fire are wood from trees. small branches, or charcoal. c. Prohibited Materials. Prohibited materials include leaves, brush, oil, rubber, plastic, tires, chemically treated materials such as railroad ties, treated lumber, construction debris. composite shingles, tar paper, insulation composition board, waste materials, hazardous waste or garbage. d. Recreational Fire. A recreational fire is an outdoor fire burning permitted materials where the fuel being burned is not contained in an incinerator, outdoor fireplace, barbeque grill or barbeque pit and has a total fuel area of 3 feet or less in diameter and 2 feet or less in height for pleasure, religious. ceremonial. cooking. warmth or similar purposes. e. Structures. Structures include a house, garage. shed, deck or fence. C. Requirements. a. Adult supervision required. All recreational fires shall be supervised by an adult who is in the immediate vicinity of the recreational fire until it is extinguished. b. Extinguisher or similar device required. A fire extinguisher with a minimum 4A rating, dirt or sand and a shovel or a garden hose shall be readily available at all times until the fire is extinguished. 386912v2 CLL RS215 -5 2 c. Wind restriction. No fire shall be allowed if the winds are greater than 15 miles per hour d. Smoke complaints. Complaints about smoke from a fire shall be cause for immediate extinguishment of the fire. e. Extinguishment Authority. All fires shall be extinguished at the direction of the Fire Department, Police Department, or DNR Fire Warden. L Prohibited materials. No prohibited materials as defined in Minnesota Statutes shall be combusted in a recreational fire. g, Recreational Fire Site. Recreational fires, including fires in freestanding, manufactured fire pits, shall not be conducted within 25 feet of a structure or combustible material. Conditions that could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet of a structure shall be eliminated prior to ignition. h. Wood length limit. No wood combusted in a recreational fire shall exceed three feet in length. Section 5. Rosemount City Code is amended by adding new Section 6 -3 -5 as follows: 6 -3 -5: FIRES OR BARBEQUES ON BALCONIES OR PATIOS: A. Open Flame Prohibited. In any structure containing three or more dwelling units, no person shall kindle, maintain, or cause any fire or open flame on any deck balcony above ground level, or on any ground floor patio within 15 feet of the structure. B. Fuel Storage Prohibited. No person shall store or use any fuel, barbecue, torch or similar heating or lighting chemical or device in the locations designated in section A. Exception: Listed electric or gas fired barbecue grills that are permanently mounted and wired or plumbed to the building's gas supply or electrical system and that maintain a minimum clearance of 18 inches on all sides, unless listed for lesser clearances, may be installed on balconies and patios when approved by the Rosemount Fire Chief or a representative authorized by the Fire Chief. Section 6. Rosemount City Code, Section 6 -3 -2 is renumbered 6 -3 -6 and amended as follows: 6 -3 -6: F CHAPTER 8, AP-C 8 BY -REFERENCE AIR POLLUTION CONTROL: 1976, is The air pollution control rules, promulgated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, are hereby adopted by reference and is made a part of this chapter as if fully set forth herein; three (3) copies are on file with the city clerk. Any violation of said rules chapter herein adoptcd by reference is a violation of this chapter. (Ord. XVIII.4, 5 -3 -1983) Section 7. Rosemount City Code, Section 6 -3 -4 is renumbered 6 -3 -7 as follows: 386912v2 CLL RS215 -5 3 6 -3 -7: PENALTY: Any person who shall fail to comply with any order given under the terms of this chapter, or who shall in any way violate any of the provisions or requirements of this chapter, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished as described in title 1, chapter 4 of this code. (Ord. XII.21, 6 -15 -2004) Section 8. This Ordinance shall be in effect following its passage and publication. Adopted this day of 2011, by the City Council of the City of Rosemount, Minnesota. William H. Droste, Mayor ATTEST: Amy Domeier, City Clerk Published in the Rosemount Town Pages the day of 2011. 386912v2 CLL RS215 -5 4 CITY OF ROSEMOUNT COUNTY OF DAKOTA STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2011 ORDINANCE RELATING TO FIREWORKS; AMENDING CITY CODE, SECTIONS 6-4 -3 AND 6-4-4 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMOUNT ORDAINS as follows: Section 1. Rosemount City Code, Sections 6 -4 -3 and 6 -4 -4 are amended as follows: 6 -4 -3: DEFINITION: For purposes of this chapter, "consumer fireworks" are defined as: -a; tionexplesid-isonscrial and contain seventy five grams -(75 g) or less of chemical mixture per smoke devices, or trick noisemakers which include paper streamers, party poppers, string poppers, snappers, and drop pop3, each consisting of net more than twenty five hundredths grain of explosive mixture. 1. Sparklers of not more than one hundred grams (100 g) of mixture per item, 2. Other s.arklin. items that are nonex.losive and nonaerial and contain seven five ams (75 g) or less of chemical mixture per tube or a total of five hundred grams (500 g) or less for multiple tubes, 3. Paper caps containing twenty five hundredths grains of explosive or other toy caps containing twenty hundredths grains of explosives, 4. Snakes, and glow works, smoke devices, or trick noisemakers which include paper streamers, party poppers, string poppers, snappers, and drop pops, each consisting of not more than twenty five hundredths grain of explosive mixture. (Ord. X.6, 7 -6 -2004) 6 -4 -4: LICENSE PROVISIONS: A. Sale of Fireworks: It is unlawful for any person to sell, offer for sale, expose for sale, or sell at retail or wholesale any consumer fireworks in the city of Rosemount without a license. B. License Application: The applicant shall completely fill out and submit an application form for a consumer fireworks license prepared by the Rosemount fire department, fire prevention bureau. Information to be submitted as part of the license application includes, but is not necessarily limited to the following information: name, address and telephone number of the applicant; address of location where the fireworks will be sold; estimated quantity of the fireworks that will be stored on the premises; description of the premises and facility from which the fireworks are proposed to be sold; approval of the property owner, if different from the applicant. Prior to the issuance of a license, the premises must be inspected and approved by the city fire code official. 386913v2 CLL RS215 -5 C. Conditions of License: A license to sell consumer fireworks shall be issued subject to the following conditions: 1. The license is nontransferable, either to a different person or location. 2. The license must be publicly displayed on the licensed premises. 3. The premises are subject to inspection by city fire and police officers during normal business hours. 4. The premises for which a license will be issued must be located in a zoning district permitting retail sales. 5. Consumer fireworks shall only be stored in or sold from buildings or retail stands that comply with National Fire Protection Association standard 1124 (2003 edition) as required under Minnesota state- 3Statutes Section 5624.20(d)(2). 6. Storage of consumer fireworks on the premises must be in compliance with the Minnesota State fire code. 7. Consumer fireworks shall not be sold to persons under the age of eighteen (18). (Ord. X.6, 7- 6 -2004) 8. The display of consumer fireworks in exit access aisles, corridors, covered malls or within 5 feet of exits and exterior exit doors is prohibited. Section 2. This Ordinance shall be in effect following its passage and publication. Adopted this day of 2011, by the City Council of the City of Rosemount, Minnesota. William H. Droste, Mayor ATTEST: Amy Domeier, City Clerk Published in the Rosemount Town Pages the day of 2011. 386913v2 CLL RS215 -5 CITY OF ROSEMOUNT COUNTY OF DAKOTA STATE OF MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 2011 ORDINANCE RELATING TO ALARM SYSTEMS; AMENDING CITY CODE, SECTIONS 7 -8 -2, 7 -8 -3 AND 7 -8 -5 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMOUNT ORDAINS as follows: Section 1. Rosemount City Code, Sections 7 -8 -2 is amended as follows: 7 -8 -2: DEFINITIONS: For the purpose of this Chapter, the following definitions shall apply: ALARM SYSTEM: Any assembly of equipment or devices, either mechanically or electronically operated, which signals either audibly or in any other manner so as to be seen, heard, or otherwise detected outside the protected area serviced by the alarm system, that a robbery, burglary, medical emergency fire, act of vandalism or unauthorized entry has occurred, and which is intended, or may reasonably be expected, to summon a response from police or fire personnel. An automobile alarm device shall not be considered to be an alarm system under the terms of this Chapter. ALARM USER: A person, firm, partnership, association, corporation, company or organization of any kind in control of any building, structure, or facility in the City of Rosemount in which an alarm system is maintained. ALARM USER PERMIT: A permit that is i3sucd to an alarm user is required to obtain when the user exceeds four (4) false alarms in a one year twelve (12) month period. This alarm user permit allows for three (3) false police or fire alarms for a period of twelve (12) months and is exclusive of other alarm requirements. FALSE ALARMS: An alarm signal egthat elicits a response by police or fire personnel when a situation requiring a response does not, in fact, exist and whiel3that is caused by the activation of the alarm system through mechanical failure, alarm malfunction, improper installation or the inadvertence of the owner or lessee of an alarm system or of his or her employees or agents. A false alarm does not include an alarm caused by utility line mishaps, violent conditions of nature or other conditions determined to be beyond the control of the alarm manufacturer, installer or user. (Ord. XV.9, 1 -21 -1997) Section 2. Rosemount City Code, Sections 7 -8 -3 is amended as follows: 7 -8 -3: PERMIT REQUIRED: EvefyNo alarm system user shall be allowed to continue to operate an alarm system on any premises after the system has had more than four (4) false alarms per year in any twelve (12) month period without obtaining an alarm user permit. The Police Chief or the Fire Chief. or the designee of 386914v2 CLL RS215 -5 either, shall give notice that the alarm user must secure a permit. for each premises containing alarm 3y3tems undcr his /hcr control. Should the hcr of false police alarms cxcccd four (1) in one year the alarm user mu3t purchase an alarm -user periftit upon notice frern the Police Chicf or his /hcr designee Upon exhausting the number of false alarms allowed by a permit, an alarm user must purchase another permit if there have been four (4) or more false alarms at the premises during the preceding twelve (12) month period. An alarm user must continue to maintain alarm users permits in effect for a premises as long as there have been more than four (4) false alarms during the preceding twelve (12) month period. No alarm user is required to acquire a permit to operate an alarm system if there have been four (4) or fewer false alarms from the alarm system on that premises in the preceding twelve (12) month period. (Ord. XV.9, 1 -21 -1997) Section 3. Rosemount City Code, Sections 7 -8 -5 is amended as follows: 7 -8 -5: APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applications for an alarm user permit shall be made in writing to the City on such forms as designated by the City Clerk and shall contain the following information: A. The name, address and telephone number of the applicant; B. The name, address and telephone number of the property owner if different from the applicant; C. The property address of the location where the alarm system will be installed and maintained; D. The type of alarm system being installed; E. The names and telephone numbers of persons who have the ability to control the alarm system on a twenty four (24) hour a day availability; F. A declaration that the alarm system does not utilize an automatic dialing device programmed to dial the police or fire department directly. (Ord. XV.9, 1 -21 -1997) Section 4. This Ordinance shall be in effect following its passage and publication. Adopted this day of 2011, by the City Council of the City of Rosemount, Minnesota. William H. Droste, Mayor ATTEST: Amy Domeier, City Clerk Published in the Rosemount Town Pages the day of 2011. 386914v2 CLL RS215 -5 EXCERPT OF MINUTES FROM THE APRIL 13, 2011 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION PROCEEDINGS 2.A. Amendment to Rosemount City Code Relating to Fire Ordinance Code Compliance Specialist Kendall and Fire Chief Aker summarized the information in the staff report. Discussion was held related to recreational fires and burning permits. Mr. Kendall explained that enforcement is typically enforced based upon complaints. The code allows for interpretation and he reviews the issues as complaints are generated. The City Council expressed concerns about the State language within the code. They preferred that the definitions within the recreational fires be clarified and include definitions. Chief of Police Kalstabakken stated his concerns related to the enforcement of recreational fires. Brief discussion was held on firework regulations and permits for alarms. Mr. Kalstabakken stated he preferred the language regarding permits be modified to state that the license is effective for 12 months after issuance. EXCERPT OF MINUTES FROM THE MAY 11, 2011 CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION PROCEEDINGS 2.A. Amendment to Rosemount City Code Relating to the Fire Ordinance Code Compliance Official Kendall provided a summary of the changes to the fire ordinance. Community Development Director Lindquist stated the changes are part of the state law and would be enforced regardless if they were in the local ordinance or not. The changes to the code would make it easier for residents to find the regulations. She added that there will be changes made to language regarding false alarms and we are awaiting some language from the City Attorney. Further discussion was held on the requirements for fire rings. Staff will bring the revised ordinance to the City Council for consideration in the near future.