HomeMy WebLinkAbout6.b. Minutes of the April 16, 2019, Regular Meeting ProceedingsROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
APRIL 16, 2019
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Rosemount City Council was held
on Tuesday, April 16th, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2875 145th Street
West, Rosemount.
Mayor Droste called the meeting to order with Council Members Weisensel, Freske, Essler and
Block attending.
Staff present included the following;
o City Administrator Martin
o Senior Planner Klatt
o Assistant City Engineer Smith
o Director of Public Works/Engineering Erickson
o Parks & Recreation Director Schultz
The Pledge of Allegiance was said.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
City Administrator Martin stated there are no additions or corrections.
Motion by Weisensel Second by Block
Motion to Adopt the Agenda as presented
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0. Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
3.a. Arbor Day Proclamation
Parks and Recreation Director Schultz is recommending for approval that May 4th, 2019 be named
as Arbor Day. The City will be observing our 27th Annual Rosemount Arbor Day celebration on
Saturday, May 4, at the Public Works Garage, starting at 10:00 am. The city will plan to give away
180 trees. Mr. Schultz reminds all to call Gopher State prior to digging in your yard to plant your
tree.
Motion by Droste Second by Weisensel
Motion to approve the attached proclamation naming May 4th, 2019 as Arbor Day.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0. Motion carried.
3.b. National Get on Board Day Proclamation
Mayor Droste highlighted Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) provides essential
transportation services to residents and employees in Rosemount and six neighboring communities.
MVTA is participating in a challenge called “Get on Board Commuter Challenge” April 22nd-28th.
Participants who participate in the challenge can be eligible for a prize. Participants can go through
the MVTA website to enter.
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Motion by Droste Second by Block
Motion to approve the attached proclamation naming April 25th, 2019 as National Get on
Board Day.
Ayes: 5
Nays: 0. Motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Don Sinnwell of 3335 145th Street West Rosemount attended the State of the City and is requesting
for council to share additional economic development information. Mayor Droste will prepare a list
of economic development initiatives and present this at the next regular council meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Weisensel Second by Essler
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda 6.f and 6.g removed
a. Bills Listing
b. Minutes of the January 25th, 2019 Special Work Session Proceedings
c. Minutes of the March 21, 2019 Special Work Session Proceedings
d. Minutes of the April 2, 2019, Regular Meeting Proceedings
e. Minutes of the April 2, 2019 Work Session Proceedings
f. Hiring of New Firefighters
g. NLC Service Line Warranty Program - Weisensel
h. Entering into a Master Partnership Contact with MnDOT
i. 19-17-SMP Request by Dean Trongard for a Simple Plat for Bacardi Ridge to Split
and Recombine Two Lots
j. 19-19-LS Request by US Homes for a Lot Split for the Cliff Property
k. Approve Amended Subdivision Development Agreement for Prestwick Place 17th
Addition
l. Wexford Place Master Development Plan Planned Unit Development Agreement
Amendment
Ayes: Weisensel, Block, Droste, Essler, Freske
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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6.f. Hiring of New Firefighters
Council member Block pulled this item for recognition and to also mention the fire department is
still hiring for those who are interested, please apply.
Motion by Block Second by Freske
Motion to approval to hire new firefighters.
Ayes: Block, Droste, Essler, Freske, Weisensel
Nays: None. Motion carried.
6.g. NLC Service Line Warranty Program
Council member Weisensel pulled this item for further information.
Director of Public Works Erickson elaborated further on what Rosemount residents can expect and
reminded all that the homeowners are responsible for maintenance and repairs on the utility service
line from the main line to the home.
Residents will receive a letter from Utility Service Partners, Inc. detailing the program. Staff will be
reviewing the letter that will go out to residents as well as providing a logo for the letter to indicate
the program is approved by the City.
Motion by Weisensel Second by Essler
Motion to enter into a marketing agreement with Utility Service Partners Inc. for the
NLC Service Line Warranty Program, and authorize the City Clerk and Mayor to
sign said agreement.
Ayes: Droste, Essler, Freske, Weisensel, Block
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7.a. Vacation of the Drainage and Utility Easements over Lot 1, Block 1 of Schlukebier
Addition
Senior Planner Klatt provided an overview of the proposed Vacation of the Drainage and Utility
Easements over Lot 1, Block 1 Schlukebier Addition to facilitate the replatting of this lot into a new
subdivision to be known as Bacardi Ridge.
Mr. Klatt showcased the current conditions and what the proposal indicates. In order to simplify the
process, the applicant is proposing to vacate all drainage and utility easements over the impacted lot
and to rededicate new easements with the Bacardi Ridge plat, consistent with the City’s subdivision
regulations which have been approved.
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Mayor Droste opened the public hearing at 7:23 p.m.
Motion by Droste Second by Weisensel
Motion to close public hearing at 7:23 p.m.
Ayes: 5.
Nays: 0.
Motion by Block Second by Essler
Motion to Adopt a Resolution Approving the Vacation of the Drainage and Utility
Easements over Lot 1, Block 1 Schlukebier Addition.
Ayes: Essler, Freske, Weisensel, Block, Droste
Nays: None. Motion carried.
7.b. 2019 Street Improvement Project, City Project 2019-01: Improvement Public Hearing
Director of Public Works Erickson briefed council on the 2019 Street Improvement Project and
explained the current status and timelines. Assistant City Engineer, Smith, presented an overview of
the improvements, the location of these improvements, the financing, and timeline of the project.
Ms. Smith also made mention of the American Disability Act (ADA), requirements and the
upgrades that will take place with this project in order to be compliant with the ADA standards.
This evening is the first of two public hearings for this project. A second public hearing will take
place in July regarding the assessments. Residents impacted will be receiving notices in regards to
this hearing at least 10 days prior to the hearing.
Mayor Droste opened the public hearing at 7:36 p.m.
David Lang - 15148 Crestview Circle
Mr. Lang is a representative for his home owners association near 151st Street West and Shannon
Parkway and would like the city to review the following in conjunction with the street improvement
project; noisy traffic and speed on 151st street and additional crosswalks to cross Shannon Parkway
in that area.
Kurt Chroust (Chroust Family Dentistry) – 15180 Chippendale Avenue West
Mr. Chroust questioned when the assessment hearing would take place and staff informed Mr.
Chroust the hearing will take place well after the project is under construction.
Bruno Borer - 15596 Cherry Path
Mr. Borer is a resident on the east side of Chippendale and questioned why these properties are to
be assessed and whether or not Chippendale Avenue is a collector road.
Mr. Erickson clarified properties on the east side of Chippendale are being assessed because that is
where those residents street access is. Rosemount’s Policy is an assessment is required for collector
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streets. Mr. Erickson noted the property owners on the west side of Chippendale Avenue are not
assessed due to those properties not fronting Chippendale Avenue; those residents would be
assessed when the street the property faces would be improved.
Prior to Mayor Droste closing the public hearing, Mayor Droste requested Mr. Erickson provide an
overview of the next steps of the process which would be to put the project out to bid which could
impact the current numbers. At a future date an assessment hearing will then take place where
residents have the opportunity to appeal the assessment. All residents will be notified of the hearing
at least 10 days prior to the assessment hearing.
Project information will also be placed on our website regarding project contacts, timelines, etc.
Resident - Claret Springs West Association
A resident of Claret Springs West Association questioned the assessment process and how the
process works for a multi-unit property.
Mr. Erickson explained the city works with the association and each of the individual units within
the association and divides the total assessment amongst each unit.
Motion by Droste Second by Weisensel
Motion to close public hearing at 7:46 p.m.
Ayes: 5.
Nays: 0.
Motion by Freske Second by Essler
Motion to Adopt a Resolution Ordering the 2019 Street Improvement Project, City
Project 2019-01
Ayes: Freske, Weisensel, Block, Droste, Essler
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
9.a. Winds Park – Playground Proposals
Director of Parks & Recreation Schultz highlighted the ideas of improvements for the future
playground from the people living near Winds Park. Based on the information received, a Request
for Proposal was created for the program. Mr. Schultz provided an overview of the proposals
received. Staff is recommending the City Council approve the purchase of playground equipment
for Winds Park as submitted by St. Croix Recreation/Burke.
Mr. Schultz noted, staff would order equipment this week and hope to have the playground
completed by the time school is out.
Council member Weisensel provided clarity in regards to the wood chips that may be seen in some
parks, as the wood chips are specially engineered to meet ADA requirements and suggested staff
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communicate this in some way to help residents better understand ADA and how the city is
compliant.
Mr. Schultz noted staff is currently working with Dakota County CDA for a block grant which
would provide upgrades to a number of parks throughout Rosemount to make the parks more ADA
compliant, for example including ramps onto the wood chips. Once these upgrades are completed
Mr. Schultz agreed making note of how the city is ADA compliant would be beneficial to users.
Motion by Freske Second by Essler
Motion to approve the purchase of playground equipment as submitted by St. Croix
Recreation/Burke to be installed at Winds Park.
Ayes: Weisensel, Block, Droste, Essler, Freske
Nays: None. Motion carried.
9.b. Adoption of 2019-2020 City Council Goals and Initiatives
City Administrator Martin presented the final draft of the 2019-2020 City Council Goals and
Initiatives. Mr. Martin provided a brief overview of how this document was drafted starting back in
January with several hours of discussion with council on this document and the strategic plan going
forward.
Mr. Martin presented the goals and vision as well as highlighted a few points to the council as laid
out in the attachment.
Council member Freske questioned how are the goals being measured. Mr. Martin stated some
goals are more easily measurable than others and there is also a tool within OpenGov which will
eventually be rolled out and will show a dashboard. The dashboard will be a better visual that will
allow residents to see the status of the goals and initiatives.
Council member Essler highlights the new Economic Development position and Mr. Martin noted
this position will be the primary faces for businesses and an Economic Development position exists
in several other cities. Council member Weisensel mentioned staff is one of the largest costs the city
has and this position will impact our budget, however this is an opportunity for Rosemount to
capitalize on our current opportunities and compete with several other cities.
Council member Block suggested a regular update to insure the goal and initiatives are on track and
being met as residents should be holding council accountable at meeting these goals and initiatives.
Motion by Block Second by Freske
Motion to adopt the City Council’s 2019-2020 Goals and Initiatives, as presented.
Ayes: Block, Droste, Essler, Freske, Weisensel
Nays: None. Motion carried.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
10.a. City Staff Updates
City Administrator Martin items update; currently hiring part time for seasonal public works
positions, final interviews for 3 open spots for the police department and the Stormwater Specialist
position will start interviews on Thursday.
The Economic Development Coordinator position is currently to the union for approval. Ideally
staff would post online for employment next week.
The Indoor Recreational Amenity Needs study special work session will be held on April 23rd. Items
discussed at this special work session will include; review of floor plans, operational analysis,
building cost, etc.
The State of the City was held this morning and will be posted online soon to watch for those who
were unable to attend.
10.b. Upcoming Community Calendar
Mayor Droste mentioned that throughout the state there is a calling to all artists to draw or paint
what the artist loves about Minnesota Water Bodies. The theme this year is “Minnesota Clean Water
Starts Here”. Anyone wishing to participate must turn in their art into City Hall by June 15th.
Additional information will be posted on the website.
Mayor Droste reviewed the calendar of events for March and April. The next City Council work
session and regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 7th starting at 5:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council and upon a motion by Essler,
second by Block, the meeting was adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Erin Fasbender, City Clerk