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REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS
DECEMBER 3, 2019
CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Rosemount City Council was held
on Monday, August 5, 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 Freske, Weisensel, Block and
Essler attending.
Staff present included the following;
- City Administrator Martin - Chief of Police Dahlstrom
- Director of Public Works/City Engineer Erickson - Director of Finance May
- Community Development Director Lindquist
- City Attorney Mary Tietjen
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion by Weisensel Second by Essler
Motion to Adopt the Agenda as presented.
Ayes: 5.
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, & ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
3.a. Progress Update – Rosemount Environment and Sustainability Taskforce
Director of Public Works Erickson introduced Renee Burman, the chair of the Rosemount
Environment and Sustainability Taskforce (ESTF). Ms. Burman presented the taskforce’s annual
update.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Brian Rohrenbach of 12485 Blanca Ave
Mr. Rohrenbach came forth to follow up on his previous questions he had at the November 19th
regular meeting regarding future streetlights in his area as well as certain fees shown on his utility
bill.
RESPONSE TO PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Droste responded to Mr. Rohrenbach stating even though Mr. Rohrenbach resides in a rural
area that certain rates apply to everyone within city limits.
Mayor Droste also suggested staff bring forth Mr. Rohrenbach’s street light concerns to a future
work session to further discuss.
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CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Essler Second by Freske
Motion to Approve the Consent Agenda with item 6.c. removed.
a. Bills Listing
b. Minutes of the November 19, 2019 Regular Meeting Proceedings
c. Donation Acceptance Police Equipment Fund
d. 2020 Community Waste Abatement Grant Agreement
e. Hiring of New Firefighters
f. 2020 Liquor License Renewals
g. Set Meeting Schedule for 2020
h. Fire Relief Association Deferred Interest Rate
i. Arena Scoreboard Replacement
j. Request by U.S. Home Corporation for Approval of a Final Plat for Prestwick Place 21st
Addition
k. Request by U.S. Home Corporation for Approval of a Final Plat for Prestwick Place
22nd Addition
l. Declaration of Surplus Property – Parks and Recreation Dept.
m. Request by US Home Corporation for the Approval of a Final Plat for Meadow Ridge
3rd Addition
Ayes: Weisensel, Block, Droste, Essler, Freske
Nays: None. Motion carried.
6.c. Donation Acceptance – Police Equipment Fund
Council member Block pulled this item for the opportunity for Chief Dahlstrom to further elaborate
on the success of the “Shop with a Cop” program.
Motion by Block Second by Freske
Ayes: Block, Droste, Essler, Freske, Weisensel
Nays: None. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7.a. Autumn Path Extension Project, City Project 2019-07 Order Improvement and
Preparation of Plans
Director of Public Works Erickson provided a brief overview of the proposed project as well as
where the City is in the project approval process. Assistant City Engineer Smith presented an
overview of the project via a PowerPoint presentation.
Ms. Smith highlighted the proposed improvements, the cost and potential funding and proposed
schedule of the project with a proposed completion of the road project in fall 2020.
Mayor Droste opened the public hearing at 7:25 p.m.
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William McMenomy
2180 63RD ST E Inver Grove Heights
Mr. McMenomy, partial property owner of the property to the east of the proposed road, stated
there is no benefit or marketable improvement to the property owners on the east side of the
Autumn Path extension. Therefore, Mr. McMenomy does not support any assessment for the
project.
Mike McMenomy
Property owner near Bonaire Path/Akron Avenue
Owns more than 50% of the land on the east side of the Autumn Path extension and indicated they
want to farm the land and do not want to develop. Mr. McMenomy does not want any assessment
for the construction of the road.
Mr. McMenomy questioned how the project is funded and expressed his concern regarding the
proposed assessment amount.
City Attorney Tietjen clarified funding projects, assessments and beneficiary use. Ms. Tietjen
provided an overview of the process and the legal obligations the city has during this process.
Community Development Director Lindquist noted staff has been in contact with property owners
when discussing the lot split and development of the eastern ½ of the 160 acres, to discuss the
proposed assessment and a potential deferred assessment agreement. Additional assessment details
will be brought forth to the council and property owners at the future assessment hearing at a
regular council meeting. Director of Public Works/City Engineer Erickson stated the benefit
appraisal has not yet been received but will be available prior to the assessment hearing.
Ted McMenomy
12780 BACARDI AVE
Mr. McMenomy brought forth his concern regarding public safety stating the extension would be a
long dead end which could attract people to the area and that would be a safety concern.
Chief of Police Dahlstrom stated if there are concerns in this area to notify police.
Bob McMenomy
Minnetrista, MN
Mr. McMenomy, property owner to the east of proposed Autumn Path extension, expressed his
concern regarding the way the section of the road was taken, and no reimbursement for the taking
was given to them while losing acreage and being assessed at the same time.
Ted McMenomy
12780 BACARDI AVE
Mr. McMenomy questioned the benefit of Autumn Path extension and indicated that the only
benefit was to Lennar.
Director of Public Works/City Engineer Erickson explained that the road was always intended and
is part of the City’s approved transportation plan. The current access into the Bella Vista
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neighborhood on the east is from a temporary access that is over a platted lot. The intention was
always to have Autumn Path constructed for the Bella Vista project and future development on the
east side.
William McMenomy
2180 63rd ST E Inver Grove Heights
Mr. McMenomy is concerned about the benefit of this road construction to his property and stated
he is willing to work with the city on an agreement.
Mike McMenomy
Property Owner near Bonaire Path/Akron Avenue
Mr. McMenomy stated 10 years is not a long enough for the assessment deferral as they would like
to farm the property longer. The assessment for Bonaire Path is what got them into developing their
property to pay the assessment and they don’t want to have another assessment.
Laurel Kraus
13351 Aulden Avenue
Ms. Kraus requested to be mindful of the trees along the Autumn Path right of way and is
requesting for them to not be taken down during the project.
Motion by Droste Second by Weisensel
Motion to close public hearing at 8:04 p.m.
Ayes: 5.
Nays: 0.
Council member Freske noted the item this evening is specifically regarding the plans and
specifications for Autumn Path and the financial piece will be discussed at a later regular council
meeting.
Motion by Freske Second by Essler
Motion to Adopt a Resolution Ordering the Improvement and the Preparation of
Plans and Specifications for the Autumn Path Extension Project, City Project 2019-
07.
Ayes: Droste, Essler, Freske, Weisensel, Block
Nays: None. Motion carried.
7.b. Public Hearing and Approval of Hunting Ordinance Amendment with Map
Community Development Director Lindquist discussed the hunting map which lays out what areas of
the City allow hunting by bow, shotgun, or neither. Ms. Lindquist noted the last time the map was
modified was in June 2017. The primary changes are in the Dunmore neighborhood and some parcels
in the Akron Avenue area. The changes are minimal for existing residents, the updates are to reflect
the development changes in the area.
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Mayor Droste suggested to include the Greystone area to the south. Ms. Lindquist illustrated this
area and will reflect the update in this amendment.
Chief of Police Dahlstrom noted residents concerned about a certain type of animal should call the
Police Department. The MN Department of Natural Resources coordinates any sort of special
hunts.
Mayor Droste opened the public hearing at 8:13 p.m.
Mike McMenomy
Property Owner near Bonaire Path/Akron Avenue
Mr. McMenomy expressed interest in slug and shotgun hunting in his area and believes there is not a
safety concern to the area. The property is designated ‘restricted bow’. He indicated the map was
modified previously from shotgun and they were not notified.
Community Development Director Lindquist indicated that the map is periodically reviewed as
Rosemount continues to develop. The last map change was in 2017.
Ted McMenomy
12780 BACARDI AVE
Mr. Ted McMenomy agrees with Mr. Mike McMenomy’s statement in that there is not a safety
concern in having shotgun in the area.
William McMenomy
2180 63RD ST E Inver Grove Heights
Mr. McMenomy is not an advocate for our or against the proposed changes. Mr. McMenomy’s
concern is regarding the notice property owners receive and requests notices to be sent to property
owners.
Community Development Director Lindquist stated the amendment tonight includes only minor
changes. Ms. Lindquist suggests keeping the public hearing open and allowing staff to review the
modifications that took place in the past relevant to the public hearing comments received tonight.
Motion by Droste Second by Block
Motion to continue the public hearing to January 7th, 2020.
Ayes: 5.
Nays: 0.
7.c. 2020 Budget
City Administrator Martin presented the City’s Final Operating Budget and Levy for 2020, including
outlining the budget creation process.
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The draft 2020 Budget shows an increase of 4.41% to the operating budget, which results in a 5.25%
increase ($647,104) in the property tax levy. It is important to note that the City’s tax rate is going
down while the amount of City taxes paid by a homeowner is going up.
Mr. Martin summarized the main expenditures leading to the budget increase within the
presentation and presented each departments budget and highlighted any changes. Finance Director
May presented the required information regarding the total spending including enterprise funds and
discussed property taxes including the county, ISD 196 and Special Tax District.
Council member Weisensel noted the presentation slide regarding the estimated changes to tax does
not include the ISD 196 changes from the November levy.
Mayor Droste opened the public hearing at 8:46 p.m.
Ted McMenomy
12780 BACARDI AVE
Mr. McMenomy questioned how proposed expenditures are reviewed for possible reductions.
City Administrator Martin stated the overall budget process is several months long; the drafting of
the 2020 Budget ultimately began at the City Council’s goal setting retreat in January. Staff then
reviews each budget line item along with Director of Finance May and Mr. Martin to discuss all
requests and receive further explanation as to their necessity.
Mr. Martin noted anyone can view the ‘Transparency’ page on the City’s website which includes up
to date details on the current expenditures and budgets.
Motion by Droste Second by Weisensel
Motion to close public hearing at 8:55 p.m.
Ayes: 5.
Nays: 0.
Motion by Freske Second by Essler
Motion to Adopt a Resolution Setting the 2020 General Fund Operating Budget,
the 2020 C.I.P. Budgets, the 2020 Insurance Budget, the 2020 Port Authority
Operating Levy and the 2020 Levy.
Ayes: Essler, Freske, Weisensel, Block, Droste
Nays: None. Motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
9.a. Tobacco Violation – Green Leaf Tobacco, Inc.
City Administrator Martin stated based on direction from the city council at the last regular council
meeting; staff provided additional information regarding the past violations at Green Leaf Tobacco.
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Chief of Police Dahlstrom highlighted the background and current status of the violations. City
Attorney Tietjen reviewed the formality of the violation process and informed council of the
potential action council could take this evening.
Kevin Sieben, attorney for Green Leaf Tobacco Inc. requested the Council to amend the ordinance
or grant a one-time extension until the 3rd violation has been brought forth to court. City Attorney
Tietjen stated the only option would be to dismiss the alleged sanction as Rosemount’s city code
does not provide language for exemption. Rosemount City Code mirrors state statute.
Council members were in agreeance to move forward with the process of a hearing.
Motion by Block Second by Essler
Motion to direct staff to proceed with the licensee’s request for a hearing for a violation of
the City’s tobacco license regulation.
Ayes: Freske, Weisensel, Block, Droste, Essler
Nays: None. Motion carried.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
10.a. Staff Updates
City Administrator Martin highlighted the following updates; The Police Department is in the
process of implementing body cameras and the public comment period will occur at the December
17, 2019 regular council meeting. The public can submit any comments to the Police Department
during this time. Monday, December 9 will be the open house for the Rec Center held at the
Rosemount Community Center.
Mayor Droste gave his condolences to the Eugene J. Duff family on Eugene’s passing. Mr. Duff
was the first Mayor of Rosemount as it became a City.
10.b. Upcoming Community Calendar
Mayor Droste reviewed the calendar of events and upcoming meetings for the remainder of
December. The next City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 starting at
7:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council at the regular council meeting and
upon a motion by Droste the meeting was adjourned at 9:12 p.m. back to the work session in the
conference room.
Respectfully submitted,
Erin Fasbender,
City Clerk