HomeMy WebLinkAbout9.a. Approval of 2010 Council Goals4ROSEMOUNTEXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CITY COUNCIL
City Council Regular Meeting March 16, 2010
AGENDA ITEM: Approval of 2010 Council Goals
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PREPARED BY: Dwight Johnson, City Administrator
AGENDA NO.
ATTACHMENTS: Proposed goals
APPROVED BY:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Approve 2010 Council Goals
BACKGROUND
The City Council met on January 22 -23 to discuss goals for 2010. Council members Weisensel and Bills
drafted and subsequently revised the proposed goals discussed at those meetings. The revised draft was
discussed at the February 16th Council work session meeting. Staff made several final edits based on the
discussion at the work session. The one substantive addition is the re- stating of a 2009 goal outcome
under Growth which would continue the work on creating a jobs plan that meets the needs of the City's
proposed growth in 2030. The proposed final goals document is attached.
DISCUSSION
The proposed Council goals for 2010 continue to emphasize five major areas: Efficiency /Services,
Communication, Partnerships, Infrastructure /Facilities and Growth. Within the overall context of these
five goals, the Council has discussed over 100 specific ideas or initiatives to support these overall goals.
These are shown as intended outcomes under each of the five goal areas. Once the 2010 goals are
approved, staff will proceed to develop a final work plan to help implement the goals and achieve the
outcomes.
RECOMMENDATION
Based on council discussion and review to date, it is recommended that the 2010 Council Goals be
approved.
GOALS for CITY of ROSEMOUNT
2010
Efficiency /Services
Provide exceptional City services at a cost -value proposition supported by citizens
Outcomes
• Continue to develop and implement long term strategies to decrease tax burden
o Increase business tax base
o Maximize grant or collaborative agency funding opportunities
• Provide quarterly review and updates of opportunities
• Increase partnership base and opportunities
• Investigate summer youth employment funding opportunities
o Investigate and consider retiring outstanding debt
o Review current equipment replacement program
• Challenge current replacement metrics time frame
• Investigate total life cost opportunities to rent or lease in lieu of purchase
• Investigate outsourcing large vehicle maintenance
• Investigate cost share opportunities with other government agencies
o Complete labor contract negotiations
Develop and implement existing City services efficiency and improvement strategies
o Investigate opportunities to remove or automate manual tasks
o Engage employees for suggestions to improve work processes
o Define level of service (LOS) reductions potential
o Automate record systems with long term focus across all departments
o Expand city wide department level performance measurement of services
• Focus on quality vs. quantity measures
• Investigating service sunset opportunities
Expand long range financial planning supporting new or expanded services
o Infrastructure
o Police
o Continue planning for senior programs and facilities
o Develop Youth - centric initiatives through Youth Commission
• Schedule review timing for fee based services comparisons with other communities
• Update Council transition / New member onboarding materials
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GOALS for CITY of ROSEMOUNT
2010
Communication
Implement purposeful conversation strategies with the public and private organizations
fostering actions and results to educate, promote, involve, sustain and strengthen the
community.
Outcomes
• Increase citizen - council engagement
o Conduct up to three town hall or neighborhood meetings in various venues
o Review updating process and timeline for new resident booklet (web based ?)
o Study and implement cost effective technical communication solutions (TCS)
o Continue citizen education of City activities and performance
o Establish community dialog on public facilities
• Increase local business - council engagement
• Establish quality business visit template
• Conduct an ongoing quality business visits program including 30 new businesses
• Study and implement cost effective technical communication solutions (TCS)
Investigate new technical /communication solutions (TCS)
o Maintain business electronic mail database
o Data services
o Website -City of Rosemount
• Investigate new or revised platform needs and costs
• Increase citizen interaction /dialog on infrastructure/ public facilities
• Consider citizen dialog
• Link to other community based groups
• Tracking capabilities for metric development and citizen engagment
o Social media for city broadcast
o Cable
o Print media
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GOALS for CITY of ROSEMOUNT
2010
Partnership
Combine focus and resources with cooperating local and regional governmental agencies,
businesses and civic organizations to develop common cultural and economic opportunities
Outcomes
• Partner with regional efforts for economic development marketing
• Establish targeted business sectors to market
• Utilize current business community to assist in marketing
• Increase a greater Port Authority role and involvement
• Develop a strategic vision on industry sectors to pursue
• Continue marketing major property opportunities
• Foster greater connection to current businesses
• Continue Downtown Development next steps -Core Block East
opportunities
Continue to establish partnerships with civic and non - profit organizations
o Continue developing volunteer network
• Consider sponsoring another community festival or activity
• RAAC —art display
• Golf tourney — Business outreach, Leprechaun Days
Develop Youth outreach through Youth Commission
o Develop operating structure
o Create city -wide youth activity (one in 2010)
o Formalize connection opportunity between youth and senior citizens
o Review St Joes Plan addition addendum from youth perspective
o Create Youth communication plan for city
• Improve transit services and facilities to Minneapolis and St. Paul
• Pursue funding for downtown park and ride lot
• Investigate service opportunities to St. Paul
• Monitor Robert St preliminary study
• Continue to build partnership with ISD 196
o Middle School after school activities and athletics
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GOALS for CITY of ROSEMOUNT
2010
Infrastructure /Facilities
Increase the value and extend the useful life of the city's physical structures, parks, utility
systems and similar assets.
Outcomes
Establish future uses for the former St Joe's Church Campus and plan building
renovation
• Solicit Developer proposals
• Consider public /private partnership
• Pursue potential users actively
• Develop need base criteria to assist recreational /athletic improvements
• Respond to defined needs through WORE complex partnership
• Respond to defined needs through DCTC partnership
• Respond to defined needs through USTA partnership
Continue transportation infrastructure improvements and development
o Develop policy regarding Complete Streets
o Develop policy regarding fiber tubing at street reconstruction
o Streets
• Monitor timing and funding of Hwy 42/52 Interchange
• Investigate and determine Connemara extension installation timing
o Transit
• Monitor timing and funding for downtown Park and Ride facility
• Expand east — west connectivity to regional services
• Monitor continued MVTA participation or Opt Out options
• Revise tree ordinance to address diseased trees (Le ash borer)
• Investigate automating and implementing utility reading and meter process
• Continue engagement of WORE development
o Monitor environmental impact statement
o Monitor gravel mining progress
o Continue to monitor county transportation roadway development
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GOALS for CITY of ROSEMOUNT
2010
Growth
Ensure balanced community and economic development offering residents a safe and well -
planned neighborhood environment in which to live, work, shop and play
Outcomes
Develop strategic plan to meet Comprehensive Guide 2030 growth projections
o Develop regional action plan partnering with other cities
o Identify expansion opportunities of targeted industries
o Visit/Contact businesses and developers outside of our city boundary
o Establish business attraction /outreach plan
• Consider support industries of existing area top ten private businesses
• Investigate criteria /thresholds for wish list businesses
• Examples- Chipotle, Denny's, Oral Surgeon, Health Clinic (pediatrician
& emergency), Trader Joes, Whole Foods
o Provide biweekly updates to council on efforts and responses
o Pre -plan access and development options for key commercial and industrial sites
o Consider Connemara roadway extension and timing
o Enhance Parks Master Plan to develop long term recreational /athletic field needs
o Continue to develop plan to meet 2030 job growth projections
• Update and enhance community information database
o Secure City /City business input
o Secure Business input
• Continue to participate in studies and plans for UMORE property
o UMORE Gravel Pit
o UMORE next steps
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To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Dwight Johnsor� ity Administrator
Date: March 16, 2010
Subject: Council Agenda Update
1. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: CONSENT
6.d. Commissioner Appointments. A listing of the selected Commissioners is provided
for City Council review.
2. ADD -ON: CONSENT
6.m. Resolution supporting an application by Dakota Future for a Google gigabit
data network in Dakota County. Attached is a draft resolution of support for the Dakota
Future application.
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To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Dwight Johnsor� ity Administrator
Date: March 16, 2010
Subject: Council Agenda Update
1. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: CONSENT
6.d. Commissioner Appointments. A listing of the selected Commissioners is provided
for City Council review.
2. ADD -ON: CONSENT
6.m. Resolution supporting an application by Dakota Future for a Google gigabit
data network in Dakota County. Attached is a draft resolution of support for the Dakota
Future application.
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CITY COUNCIL
City Council Regular Meeting: March 16, 2010
AGENDA ITEM: Commendation of student for
achievement as Minnesota's Mr. Football
AGENDA SECTION:
Presentations
PREPARED BY: William H. Droste, Mayor
AGENDA NO. 3.a.
ATTACHMENTS: None
APPROVED BY:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Award commendation
Rosemount High School has had substantial success and brought positive attention to the community in
the last few years for the quality of its football program. This season, Irish receiver Zach Vraa was named
Mr. Football, an award for the best high school player of the sport in the state.
In his high school career, Zach caught 113 passes for 1,985 yards and 25 touchdowns. The panel of
coaches from around the state who awarded the recognition to Zach noted that he goes beyond the skill of
pass receiving to serve as an aggressive blocker and team leader. He was a model of talent and competitive
drive for his team.
Zach's high school career was not limited to one sport. His appearance before the Council was delayed
this winter as he played on the R.H.S. boys basketball team. He scored the 1,000` point of his high school
career last month. And he has not rested in the spring of his high school years, because he has been a top
performer on the Irish boys track team. Beyond athletics, he performed in the school choir. And he has
maintained a high grade -point average in his studies.
Zach has been awarded a football scholarship to North Dakota State University, where he plans to study
architecture.
4ROSEMOUNTEXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CITY COUNCIL
City Council Regular Meeting: March 16, 2010
BACKGROUND
The Commission vacancies for 2010 include one 3 -year term and two 1 -year terms on the Planning
Commission; one 3 -year term on the Utilities Commission; and two 3 -year terms on the Parks and
Recreation Commission.
ISSUE
The City Council received applications from residents willing to serve as members on City advisory
commissions including the Planning, Parks & Recreation and Utility Commissions. Applications for the
open Commissions were available on -line or by contacting the City Clerk. The City Clerk received six
applications.
The City Council conducted interviews for those interested in serving on the Commissions on March 6,
2010. They were pleased with the caliber of talent that expressed interest in serving on the advisory board.
SUMMARY
Appointments will be announced at the meeting. Staff recommends approval of the above - stated motion.
AGENDA SECTION:
AGENDA ITEM: Commissioner Appointments
Consent — Additional
Information
PREPARED BY: Amy Domeier, City Clerk
AGENDA NO.
ATTACHMENTS: None
APPROVED BY:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to fill Commission vacancies with the following
appointments:
1. Valerie Ege for a 3 -year term on the Planning Commission;
2. John Powell for a 1 -year term on the Planning Commission;
3. Richard Kolodziejski for a 1 -year term on the Planning Commission;
4. David Speich for a 3 -year term on the Utilities Commission;
5. Mike Eliason for a 3 -year term on the Parks and Recreation Commission; and
6. Barb Farrell for a 3 -year term on the Parks and Recreation Commission.
BACKGROUND
The Commission vacancies for 2010 include one 3 -year term and two 1 -year terms on the Planning
Commission; one 3 -year term on the Utilities Commission; and two 3 -year terms on the Parks and
Recreation Commission.
ISSUE
The City Council received applications from residents willing to serve as members on City advisory
commissions including the Planning, Parks & Recreation and Utility Commissions. Applications for the
open Commissions were available on -line or by contacting the City Clerk. The City Clerk received six
applications.
The City Council conducted interviews for those interested in serving on the Commissions on March 6,
2010. They were pleased with the caliber of talent that expressed interest in serving on the advisory board.
SUMMARY
Appointments will be announced at the meeting. Staff recommends approval of the above - stated motion.
4ROSEMOUNTEXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CITY COUNCIL
City Council Regular Meeting: March 16, 2010
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution supporting an application by
Dakota Future for a Google gigabit data
AGENDA SECTION:
network in Dakota County
PREPARED BY: Dwight Johnson, City Administrator
AGENDA NO.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
APPROVED BY:
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to approve a resolution supporting the application of
Dakota Future for a Google gigabit data network in Dakota County.
BACKGROUND
Item 6k on the existing agenda proposes to provide $500 from a donation from Dakota Electric to
support the application of Dakota Future for an application to Google to build a 1 gigabit data network
somewhere in the United States in a community or county of 50,000 to 500,000 population. Ten cities in
Dakota County have indicated support for this effort even if we may have a low chance of success because
there will be benefit in gathering the materials for the application which may lead to, for example, a
standard right -of -way ordinance among the cities in Dakota County.
Late last week, Dakota Future indicated to the cities and the Dakota County Board that it would be helpful
to also approve a resolution of support to include with the application. A proposed resolution of support
is attached.
RECOMMENDATION
I recommend that the City Council support the attached resolution supporting Dakota Future in its
application for installation of a Google gigabit data network in Dakota County.
CITY OF ROSEMOUNT
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 2010 -
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE APPLICATION OF DAKOTA FUTURE
FOR INSTALLATION OF A GOOGLE GIGABIT DATA NETWORK
IN DAKOTA COUNTY
WHEREAS, Google, Inc. announced it is planning to fund, build, and test experimental ultra high-
speed broadband networks in a small number of trial locations across the United States and has
requested responses to a Request for Information from communities interested in hosting such a
network by March 26, 2010; and
WHEREAS, the Google Gb Fiber Network would provide connectivity that produces 10 to 100
times faster downloads and upload speeds that are 20 to 100 times faster than current service
offerings, further enhancing recognition of Dakota County as a world -class home for businesses and
residents requiring ultra high -speed broadband networks; and
WHEREAS, the installation of the Google Network in Dakota County would enhance the ability
to attract high technology investment by firms seeking a place to develop and test innovative new
applications; and
WHEREAS, the Google Network will enable the delivery of education, health care, and public
services more efficiently; and
WHEREAS, the Google Network could be a private investment in the County of up to $300
million; and
WHEREAS, Dakota Future is a strategic link between business, education, and government in
Dakota County with the goal of achieving recognition for Dakota County as world -class home for
businesses and residents to prosper in an economy build on high -speed connectivity of information;
and
WHEREAS, working through Dakota Future, Dakota County has been recognized among the
" "Smart 21 Intelligent Communities" in the world and desires to build on this reputation; and
WHEREAS, Dakota Future is preparing an application in response to the Request for Information
(RFI) from Google, Inc. for the development of a Google Gb Fiber Network in Dakota County;
and
WHEREAS, 10 Dakota County cities and the Dakota County Community Development Agency
are providing monetary support for the development of an application to host a Google Network by
Dakota Future.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the City Council for the City of Rosemount
supports the application of Dakota Future to host a Google Gb Fiber Network in Dakota County;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the City Council for the City of Rosemount applauds the
collaboration of government, business, and education in the development of the response to the
request for Information.
ADOPTED this 16th day of March, 2010 by the City Council of the City of Rosemount.
William H. Droste, Mayor
ATTEST:
Jeffrey A. May, Deputy City Clerk