HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.b. Minutes of May 16, 1997 Special Goal Setting Workshop - ROSEMOUNT CITY PROCEEDINGS
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
MAY 16, 1997
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a special meeting of the City Council of the City of
Rosemount was duly held on Friday, May 16, 199'1, at 8:30 a.m., at the Rosemount Community
Center.
Mayor Busho called the meeting to order with all members present. The following city staff were
present: City Administrator Burt, Assistant to Administrator Walsh, Finance Director May, Police
Chief Knutsen, Parks&Recreation/Community Center Director Topitzhofer,Pubtic Works
D'vector Osmundson, Community Development Director Rogness.
The purpose of the meeting was to conduct a goal setting session for City Council and staff.
City Administrator Burt gave a status report on the 1996 goals set at last year's goal setting
session.
The citizens' community survey conducted between February 8 and March 3, 1997 was discussed
with the following items specifically addressed:
Communication: Discussion was held on the importance of police officers being highly
visible in the community. Chief Knutsen gave an update on past and future programs
relating to community oriented policing. Other means of increasing communication to the
public would be to be involved in the"National Night Out" and"Crime Watch" programs.
It was suggested that the city could have a program on cable television. Discussion was
also held on the impoRance of keeping citizens informed on the budget process by
providing more information. Mayor Busho recommended that funds be budgeted in 1998 !,
for communications so citizens can be more informed about city projects, regulations, '
development etc. �
Outdoor Swimming Pool: It was noted that 32%of citizens surveyed indicated their desire
to have an outdoor swimming pooL It was suggested that this matter be evaluated after
the outcome of the Apple Valley park referendum election on May 20, 1997. Council also
agreed that tlus issue will have to be discussed at a future point in time and that a specific
survey on just this item could be conducted. Parks&Recreation Director Topitzhofer
will contact the school district to see if there is a way the city and school district could
provide open swimming during the summer months at one of the Rosemount schools.
Household Jobs/Economic Develo�ment: City Administrator Burt provided an update on
meeting with representatives of Carlson Tractor and the possible redevelopment of the
property. Council agreed tax increment should be used for this site if required.
Code Enforcement: Code enforcement throughout the city has improved with the two
community service officers taking an aggressive approach.
City Newsletter: It was suggested from the survey that the format of the city newsletter be
changed. Staff is looking at doing this and investigating the cost of mailing the newsletter
as opposed to it being delivered with weekly newspapers. It was suggested that the
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newsletter be published more often than quarterly and in a local newspaper.
Council agreed the community survey should be conducted at least every three years or if a survey
needs to be done for a specific purpose. Council also agreed a response should go out to the
residents on what action or direction the Council will pursue from the results of the survey.
Council requested that they have the opportunity to meet new employees. It was agreed this
would be done just before City Council meetings.
Department goals for 1997 were reviewed. Some of the specific department goals discussed
were:
Parks&Recreation: A quarterly report of department activity was not necessary at this
time; a preventive maintenance program would be developed; the exterior sign would have
to be purchased this year or the city would lose donation funds from USPCI Trust Fund; a
parks master plan would be completed in 1998. Mayor Busho provided an update on the
"Rosemount Intergenerational Dialogue" meeting and suggested teen dances at the
community center.
Police D�artment: Chief Knutsen provided an update on the DARE program. '
Councilmember Edwards suggested the department develop strategic planning for
recruitment and career paths for staff. An update was given on the proposal to have a11
Dakota County law enforcement agencies switch to 800 megahertz.
Administration: Staff explained the reason certain job descriptions needed updated. It was
suggested that formal exit interviews be conducted and that the new resident packet get
completed.
Public Works Department: Public Works Director Osmundson gave an update on the
maintenance department and city hall remodeling. Discussion was held on the need to
have contracted loaders for snow removal in the cul-de-sacs and that the storm water
management plan will be completed this fall.
Mayor Busho noted that staff should review commission bylaws to see if they need updated.
The next item for discussion was the proposed ten-year CIP. City Administrator Burt explained
the proposed levy limits legislation for cities and how it could impact the city's budgeting for
1998 and future years. The 1998 CIP was reviewed, and staff answered questions regarding some
of the budget items for that year. Considerable discussion was held on the commercial
enhancement plan and how this plan should be started and funded. There was a consensus of the
City Council that some phase of the plan should be started in 1998, depending on funds available.
Staffwere directed to report to the City Council with time lines and costs for each of the phases
of the commercial enhancement plan.
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Crrowth issues and livable communities' goals were the next items discussed. Discussion was held
on the adequate number of town homes in the community and that the development of single
family homes will help manage growth in the city.
Discussion was held on the lack of progress of the CMC Eastbridge development. Staff has
requested the city attorney to advise on what the city's options are regarding the preliminary plat.
Council and staff also discussed the CMC Heartland Partners concept plan and their proposal for
additional multi-family housing. A consensus was reached by the City Council that some town
homes were acceptable. The city administrator reported the HRA is considering building new
apartments in Rosemount as its next project.
Public Works Osmundson presented information on expanding the public works facilities. The
city now leases space from the university, and these funds could go toward the expansion.
Osmundson will provide a written report to the City Council on this project.
Discussion was held on the traffic congestion on Chili before and after high school. Closing off
Chili just south of 143rd Street was discussed as an option and routing a11 school traffic to
� Highway 3. Staff was directed to contact school district representatives and discuss this issue.
Mayor Busho advised that welfare reform should be addressed this year and noted that the
MVTA will be offering dial-a-ride for residents.
City Administrator Burt reviewed with Council the proposed personnel policy for the fire
department. Council suggested some changes to the policy. A draft of the policy will be
presented to the fire department employees on May 27, 1997. Burt also updated the City Council
on an investigation in the department. Discussion was held on the merits of hiring a public safety
director or a police chief when Chief Knutsen retires.
Mayor Busho recommended that committee of the whole meetings include reports from members
of the council or staff who serve on other boards or comrnittees such as MVTA, Dakota County
Economic Partnership, etc. Mayor Busho also stated she would like the city to participate in the
League of Minnesota Cities' Volunteer Recognition program, Cities Week including an open
house of all city facilities and submitting a nomination for the C.C. Ludwig Award. She also
requested that funds be budgeted in 1998 for replacement of banners.
By unanimous consent the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.rn.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan M. Walsh, City Clerk
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