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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
_ MARCH 9,2005
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof the City Council Work Session was held on Wednesday,
March 9, 2005 at 7:10 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The later start time was due to
Dakota Electric's Partners in Progress program held in Eagan, Minnesota.
Mayor Droste and Council Members Shoe-Corrigan, Sterner, Baxter and DeBettignies were
present. Also in attendance were City Administrator Verbrugge, City Engineer Brotzler,
Community Development Director Lindquist, Finance Director May, Police Chief Kalstabakken,
- Parks and Recreation Director Schultz, Communications Coordinator Cox, and Water Resource
Coordinator ponnelly.
DISCUSSION
Resident Survey/Decision Resources
City Administrator Verbrugge introduced Dr. Bill Morris from Decision Resouree Ltd. to give an
overview of the recent phone survey in Rosemount. Since 1997, the City has undertaken surveys '
approximately every two years to rneasure resident's satisfaction and help direct staff and City
Council on goals and priorities. Dr. Morris reported that the average phone call was 37 minutes in
length. The longest call was over two hours which set a new record for survey responses. The
survey has a correction factor of(+)or(-) 5 points.
Dr. Morris presented the survey results in comparison to the last four surveys. The population has
increased to over 20,000 and most people who have moved into Rosemount in the last two years
have come from other cities in Dakota County. One out of five residents was from out-of-state,
and 36% of the population was over 55 years of age. Rosemount received excellent scores in city
service satisfaction putting it in the top 25% of a11 metropolitan suburban ratings. Residents were
not interested in raising taxes to expand services. Resider�ts felt safe at home and felt crime was
down. Residents showed a strong sense of neighborhood with 25%participating in block parties.
The question for an athletic complex showed the highest support for a youth center, then a senior
center, next an aquatic center, and last a ice sheet. Dr. Morris noted that those interested in
swimming included senior citizens. Residents had concerns about the new growth here and
wanted the small town feel to remain.
Dr. Morris explained that key questions are rotated from their location within the survey, first,
middle or last sections, in order to avoid the influence of fatigue on the resident which may affect
their answers. Dr. Morris said that if a referendum is being considered the residents�vould need to
be educated about the need and cost.
Lebanon Hills Regional Park Stormwater
City Engineer Brotzler presented a map that showed the 11,000-acre water shed in Rosemount
that flows north into Eagan and Lebanon Hills Regional Park area. Rosemount has not diverted
the water flow in this area. It-is all rural residential lots, mostly undeveloped land. Dakota
County Parks and the City of Eagan are looking for solutions to the flooding that has occurred
over the past few years. When the Dakota County Parks developed Lebanon Hills Regional Park
in 1980 they choose not to accommodate Eagan's need for additional storrn water drainage with
larger pipes. Brotzler presented a draft resolution outlining a policy for Rosemount to manage
drainage in the 11,000-acre water shed. Eagan proposed two solutions; 1) hold all the water in
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Rosemount at a cost of $1.5 million; or 2) upgrade Eagan's system at a cost of $900,000 to
$1,090,000. Engineer Pete Willenbring, WSB & Associates, Inc. noted in his memo dated
January 21, 2005, that there are approximately 20 ponds available to store runoff in the
Rosemount watershed. A ten-day snowmelt could be cantained in these basins. These basins are
on private property, so permission from the property owners would be needed unless the City
undertakes condemnation proceedings. City Engineer Brotzler suggested that Rosemount
contributes about one-third the area so an improvement to the Eagan lift station could be split
three ways with Dakota County Parks and City of Eagan. Mr. Brotzler noted that in a 1980 report
for the Vernullion River Watershed,Rosemount was mistakenly reported as being entirely in that
watershed. The northern section of Rosemount has 11,000 acres that drain north to Eagan.
City Council Member Shoe-Corrigan noted that preserving open space is a benefit to a11 residents.
She noted that partnering, to be part of the solution, is better than being part of the perceived
problem. Mayor Droste noted that in 1993 the Comprehensive Guide Plan met with strong
opposition from the Metropolitan Council to develop higher density than rural residential. Eagan
followed that recommendation on their southern border and Rosemount kept rural residential
zoning on their northern border. Mayor Droste did not agree with the DNR action to stock
Holland Lake with trout which requires stricter preservation regulations.
Council Member DeBettignies noted that a cooperative solution is good, but Rosemount is not
part of the problem. DeBettignies said the drainage was not planned out properly. Mayor Droste
noted that there may be group assessments for the Vermillion River Watershed preservation in the
amount of$5 million. Council Member B�ter was willing to spend some money to be a good
neighbor but it must serve a benefit directly to Rosemount and be a reasonable cost. It was noted
that future councils may not agree.
City Administrator Verbrugge and City Engineer Brotzler were directed to draft a letter to the
City of Eagan and Dakota County Parks Department presenting cooperation with willingproperty
owners to manage storm water.
Comprehensive Wetland Management Plan
City Engineer Brotzler is recommending amendments to the Comprehensive Wetland
Management Plan written in 1998. This established wetland management strategies and
objectives in relation to land deVelopment. The plan is designed to maximize the benefit that
surface waters can provide to the environment and community. The amendments recognize new
legislation affecting wetland rnanagement which protect and preserve higher quality wetlands. '
City staff formed a wetland task force consisting of Water Resource Coordinator Chad Donnelly,
Utilities Commissioner Joan Schnieder, Planning Commissioner John Powell, Planning
Commissioner Weisensel, WSB Engineer Andi Moffatt, and Council Member Kim Shoe-
Corrigan. Mr. Brotzler said a public hearing will be held April 5, 2005 at the regular City
Coun�il meeting for the first reading of the amendments.
� Mayor Droste called for a ten-minute break. The meeting resumed at 9:40 p.m. �
Budget Encumbrances
Finance Director Jeff May rnade a presentation on the General Fund balance and encuxnbrances
far the 2004 budget. The Fund Balance Policy dictates that reserves are to be held at 55%0 of the
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next year's operating budget. Rosemount is fortunate to have increased residential building going
on that will supply additional income for Rosemount. The Brockway development will not be on
the tax rolls for several years because it is part of a a Tax Increment Financing District. Finance
Director May reported that staff is instructed to be conservative and they are told they do not have
to spent it or lose it at the end of each year. The State Legislators will rnore than likely remove
the Market Value Homestead Credit which will lower State aid for Rosemount. Staff
recommends it would be best to reflect the 55% final year-end fund balance without encumbering
for this potential cut. It will be reviewed after the legislative session is over. The reserves help
cover these types of changes. Mayor Droste noted that it is not appropriate for government to
have savings accounts because the residents should be able to have those savings under their own
control. City Administrator Verbrugge noted some large expenses coming up; 1) the architects
report on St. Joseph's potential use and 2) bonding on Fire Station #2. The amount to be
redesignated to the CIP Funds is $590,000 for building projects.
Liquor License Ordinance Amendments
Police Chief Kalstabakken and Community Development Director Lindquist presented the liquor
ordinance that currently restricts the total number of on-sale liquor licenses to six. It also restricts
the on-sale"bar"(Type A) from being located adjacent to or within 300 `of County Road 42. The `
two existing bars, Celts and Shenanigans, are located on Highway 3. Class B liquor licenses
. require 51% food and non-alcoholic beverage sales. The proposed amendments adopt the
provisions of MN State Statute and, in addition, restricts the number of Class A licenses to two
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Community Development Director Lindquist noted that residents have indicated they would like
to have more good restaurants that serve liquor. The past council desired the development along
CR 42 to offer more retail opportunities than just bars so they added more restrictions.
Discussion ensued regarding the necessity now for the CR 42 restriction. Cauncil Member
Sterner hoped that if any relocations of the two existing bars would occur, staff and Cauncil
would be helpful in relocating them in Rosemount. Lindquist noted that Rosemount has limited
inventory of parcels avaalable for development. Council Members Baxter, DeBettignies, and
Sterner were okay with bars on CR 42. Mayor Droste noted that the townhome owners on 151St
West, south of CR 42 would not be pleased with allowing bars there. Council Member Shoe-
Corrigan reminded Cauncil that this may also be an issue when the intersection at CR 42 and TH
52 are reguided. Staff was directed to place this on the agenda under Old Business for discussion
and action on March 15, 2005.
800 MHz Radio :
Police Chief Kalstabakken presented an update on information related to the transition to an 800
MHz radio system. This transition was recommended as part of a mandated radio study and plan
that was prepared for Dakota County Public Safety agencies beginning in 1997 and last updated `
in 2004. Dakota County will pay for#he building of the infrastructure needed for the 800 MHz
system. It is quite likely that the implementation of the 800 MHz system will result in some
consolidation of dispatch centers. There are currently six dispatch centers in Dakota County. The
move to 800 MHz and consolidation of dispatch centers are separate issues but intricately related.
The eost of 800 MHz and the allocation of grant money from the Metro Radio Board encourages
the consolidation efforts.
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There are two separate groups working on similar aspects of the radio system implementation
within Dakota County. T'he groups are the 800 MHz implementation group and the HiPP
dispatch consolidation group. Each has sub-committees working on design and policy issues.
Although separate working groups, the groups have common membership and are sharing
information.
Because of timelines related to the spending of grant funds and the need to submit a p1an to the
Metro Radio Board,decisions are being made quickly. This does not directly impact Rosemount,
but does impact the cities that operate dispatch centers. Rosemount will not need to make a
decision on dispatch options until at least the time when any consolidated 800 MHz dispatch
center is functional. At that time, Rosemount may still remain contracting with Eagan for
dispatch services or switch to the 800 MHz system. Because Eagan just updated their radio
system, it is likely they will continue to operate their center for a few years after the 800 MHz
system is operational. Rosemount has a very favorable financial agreement with Eagan in
comparison to other contracting cities within Dakota Caunty. It is anticipated that Rosemount's
only cost to transition to the $00 MHz system will be the replaeement of portable and mobile
radios. These radios are more eostly than the current VHF radios, costing about $2004 each far
the portables.
Council will be updated as additional information is learned and as Rosemount moves into the
decision making time period.
UPDATES ,
Park Signs .
Parks and Recreation Director Schultz displayed new signs recommended for identifying
Rosemount's parks with the new city logo. The six signs with Rosemount's marketing Visual
Identity System (VIS) were budgeted for in 2004 and 20Q5. The rnaterial is a durable plastic
lumber with green background and white lettering. There will be a landscaped area around each
sign. Council agreed to complete the new signs for the Family Resource Center,Bloomfield Park,
Birch Park, Claret Park, Jaycee Park and Winds Park. Mayor Droste asked about additional signs
to be placed at Schwarz Pond Park and Erickson park. Mr. Schultz will look at funding resources
to deternune if additional signs can be ordered.
Fire Station #2
City Administrator Verbrugge reported that the architect is ahead of schedule and a public
hearing is scheduled far April 5, 2005 at the regular City Council meeting. The bond must state a
not-to exceed cost which is xecommended at $2.63 million. Moody Bond Rating will complete a
community tour soon in the hope ofupgrac�ing the City's rating. Mayor Droste reported that the
Fire Department has strong support for the new fire station. Staff did receive one negative phone
call from a resident against the fire station and the library due to taac increases
Volunteer Recognition
Rosemount will host an appreciation dinner on Wednesday, April 20, 2005 for people that have
contributed to the community. This will include people in local organizations, schools, city
commissions, staff, and police reserves. Alan Cox will be looking for nominations to recognize
people for their accomplishments.
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Council briefly diseussed ordering new shirts with the new VIS on it. It was thought that
residents would be interested in ordering Rosemount shirts from the web page, newsletter, and at
Leprechaun Days.
City Administer Verbrugge noted a resident of Rosemaunt Woods Mobile Home Fark requested
an ordinance be developed to protect the home value of the residents there. This will likely be
discussed at a future work session.
The City Council and City Staff recommended planning a goal setting session on April 22nd and
23ra with Craig Raputty to discuss a fifteen-year vision.
1Vlayor Droste noted that the American Legion was honoring the police officer and Firefighter of
the year on 1Vlarch 12. Council Members Baxter, DeBettignies, Sterner and Shoe-Comgan will
attend. The meeting wi11 be noticed.
Motion by Mayor Droste to adjourn the meeting at 11:20 p.m. Second by Stemer.Ayes: Five.
Motion carried.
Linda Jentink, City Clerk
Recording Secretary
The City Council's Agenda Packet is Clerk's File 2005-10.
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