HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.a. August 20, 2019 Meeting MInutesROSEMOUNT PORT AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
August 20, 2019
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Rosemount Port Authority was held
on August 20, 2019, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2875 145th Street West,
Rosemount.
Chair Weisensel called the meeting to order with Commissioners Droste, Block, Essler, Wolf and
Ober in attendance. Staff present included Executive Director Martin, Economic Development
Coordinator Van Oss, Planner Anthony Nemcek and City Clerk Fasbender.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA
Executive Director Martin stated there were no changes to the agenda.
Motion by Weisensel Second by Essler
Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Ayes: 7.
Nays: 0. Motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Wolf Second by Essler
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda.
a. Approval of July 16, 2019, Meeting Minutes
Ayes: Droste, Block, Ober, Weisensel, Essler, Wolf
Nays: 0. Motion carried.
PRESENTATION
4.a. Xcel Certified Sites
City Planner Anthony Nemcek highlighted the work staff completed for Xcel Energy to gather the
appropriate information for the site certification process to aid in attracting prospective
developments. Xcel Energy presented the importance and benefits of certifying sites, i.e. Xcel
Energy will promote and market Rosemount to potential developers by having Rosemount listed in
Xcel Energy’s marketing materials and website which is promoted at tradeshows, client visits, etc.
Xcel Energy began working with staff in 2016 and confirmed what a good advantage Rosemount
has now that these three sites are certified; 300 acre parcel at UMore Park, a 160 acre parcel
controlled by OPUS, and a 145 acre parcel located in the Rosemount Business Park.
Xcel Energy can now promote Rosemount in a short turnaround time to any potential developers as
our sites are ready to go. Xcel Energy noted Rosemount stands out in comparison to other cities due
to the size of our sites, the green space, and proximity to certain locations, i.e. airport. A full list of
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August 20, 2019
the other sites available through the nation is available on Xcel Energy’s website in the economic
development section.
OLD BUSINESS
5.a. Project Update
Executive Director Martin discussed upcoming ribbon cuttings, status of current projects, and
highlighted the Retail Strategies update included in the packet.
NEW BUSINESS
6.a. Economic Development Coordinator Introduction
Eric Van Oss, newly hired Economic Development Coordinator, briefed Port Authority on his past
experience as well as his work plan moving forward.
Mr. Van Oss highlighted a few of his plans, i.e. brewery recruitment, newsletter, business visit
program, etc.
Commissioner Block suggested adding more specifics to some of the initiatives listed within the
work plan and also noted Mr. Van Oss should focus on more casual dining versus fast food
establishments.
Commissioner Essler encouraged Mr. Van Oss to have a CRM program to assist in the duties of
tracking, reporting, etc.
Mr. Van Oss noted the work plan will continue to be revisited and updated as needed.
CHAIRSPERSON’S REPORT
None
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
None
REPORTS FROM PORT AUTHORITY COMMISSIONERS
COMMUNITY/AUDIENCE RECOGNITION
None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Port Authority and upon a motion by Essler
second by Block meeting was unanimously adjourned at 6:46p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Erin Fasbender, City Clerk