Rosemount public meetings in 2024

Youth Commission

The Rosemount Youth Commission will meet to approve minutes from November and discuss a presentation on the STEAM Facility by Parks & Rec. The meeting will also include a leadership lesson and a roundtable discussion.

• Approval of November 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Presentation on the STEAM Facility by Bill Neuhauser
• Leadership lesson
• Roundtable discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for January 22, 2025

The Youth Commission heard a presentation from Bill Neuhauser about a potential RC racing facility in Rosemount, which would include a hobby shop, tracks, a flying field, and a pond for RC boats. No decisions were made on the proposal; commissioners were asked to bring three positives and one challenge to the next meeting. The Commission approved the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 meeting (11-0)

Port Authority

The Port Authority will meet to approve minutes, receive reports, and discuss development contracts and a subsidy request. The body will also review the 2025 Community Development Block Grant allocation.

• Approval of October and November 2024 meeting minutes
• Willy McCoy's Development Contract
• OMNI Business Subsidy Request
• 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Allocation
• Project Updates

The Rosemount Port Authority voted 6-0 to recommend the City Council approve the 2026 Community Development Block Grant application, allocating $48,867 to the Home Improvement Loan Program for low/moderate-income residents. The board also discussed a three-year Strategic Plan for Economic Development, focusing on attracting restaurants, medical services, and experiential retail, with no formal action taken. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended City Council adopt 2026 CDBG application allocating $48,867 to Home Improvement Loan Program (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan and review bids for the UMore Ballfield Complex Park Building. The body is also considering a 2025 schedule of rates and fees and a request to vacate drainage and utility easements.

• 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan
• UMore Ballfield Complex Park Building bids
• 2025 Schedule of Rates and Fees
• Public hearing on Keystone Development Partners request to vacate drainage and utility easements
• Interim use permit renewal for Minnesota Paving Materials seasonal asphalt plant

The Rosemount City Council approved the consent agenda, vacated drainage and utility easements for a warehouse development, awarded the UMore Ballfield park building contract to Brennan Construction for $932,000, and adopted the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two council members absent.

• Approved consent agenda including 2025 rates and fees, meeting schedule, and permits (3-0)
• Vacated drainage and utility easements in Biscayne Business Park for Keystone Development (3-0)
• Awarded UMore Ballfield park building contract to Brennan Construction for $932,000 (3-0)
• Adopted 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Plan (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Rosemount Planning Commission will consider a site plan review for a 572-square-foot office addition and renew multiple mineral extraction permits for 2025 and 2026.

• Site plan review for 3450 151st Street West office addition
• Renewal of Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permits for 2025
• Renewal of Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permits for 2025 and 2026
• Renewal of Dakota Aggregates Large Scale Mineral Extraction Permit
• Renewal of Cemstone Interim Use Permits

The Rosemount Planning Commission approved a site plan for a 572-square-foot office addition at 3450 151st Street West, subject to obtaining building permits. It also recommended City Council approval of several small-scale and large-scale mineral extraction permit renewals for 2025, including for Vesterra, LLC, Stonex, LLC, Carl Bolander & Sons, Shafter Contracting Co., and Dakota Aggregates, as well as interim use permits for concrete plants. A public hearing for Danner, Inc.'s small-scale mineral extraction permit renewal was continued to January 28, 2025, pending haul-back material testing results.

• Approved site plan for 572 sq ft office addition at 3450 151st St W (5-0)
• Continued Danner, Inc. mineral extraction permit hearing to Jan 28, 2025 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Vesterra/Stonex mineral extraction permit renewal (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Carl Bolander & Sons mineral extraction permit renewal for 2025-2026 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Shafter Contracting Co. mineral extraction permit for 2025-2026 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Dakota Aggregates large-scale mineral extraction permit through 2026 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Dakota Aggregates interim use permit for aggregate processing (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve interim use permits for Gemstone Products concrete plants (5-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss building bids for UMore Ballfields and the concept plan for Caramore Park. The meeting also includes a Director's Report.

• UMore Ballfields Park Building Bids
• Caramore Park Concept Plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council accept the UMore Ballfield Park building bids and award the contract to the low bidder, Brennan Construction. The commission also discussed the Caramore Park concept plan, which will serve areas north of Bonaire Path and both sides of Akron Avenue, and received feedback to share at an upcoming neighborhood meeting. The Park Improvement Fund balance was reported as $5,703,491.53 as of November 30, 2024.

• Recommended City Council award UMore Ballfield Park building contract to Brennan Construction (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 25, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to establish the 2025 budget and levy and discuss the SKB IUP extension. The meeting also includes the swearing in of Fire Chief Kip Springer. Other items include liquor license renewals and facility change orders.

• Public hearing to establish 2025 Budget & Levy
• Public hearing for SKB IUP Extension
• Swearing in of Fire Chief Kip Springer
• 2025 Liquor License Renewals
• Life Time Facility Change Order #12 and #13

The Rosemount City Council approved the 2025 General Fund Operating Budget, CIP Budget, Insurance Budget, Port Authority Operating Level, and Levy. The budget includes a 10.69% increase to the operating budget and a 4% debt levy increase, resulting in a projected $29 increase for a median-valued home. The council also approved an extension of the SKB Environmental interim use permit until June 30, 2025.

• Approved 2025 budget and levy (4-0)
• Approved SKB Environmental IUP extension until June 30, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals and change orders (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates from the Metropolitan Council and Xcel Energy. Members will also review a pedestrian crossing study and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Pedestrian Crossing Study Presentation
• Review of Capital Improvement Plan
• Xcel Energy Economic Development Update
• Metropolitan Council Update
• Community Band Commissioned Music

The City Council held a work session to receive updates on Metropolitan Council priorities, a pedestrian crossing study, and Xcel Energy's growth plans. No formal votes were taken, though the Council expressed support for a $4,000 request from the Rosemount Community Band.

• Discussed Pedestrian Crossing Study; policy and priority list expected spring 2025
• Reviewed Capital Improvement Plan; formal action scheduled for December 17
• Expressed support for $4,000 Rosemount Community Band request; formal approval pending

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three permit and site plan requests. The body will consider renewals for mineral extraction and asphalt plant operations, as well as a new office/warehouse development.

• Small-Scale Mineral Extraction Permit renewal request by Frattalone Companies, Inc. for 2025
• Site plan request by Keystone Development Partners, LLC for office/warehouses in Biscayne Business Park
• Interim use permit renewal request by Minnesota Paving Materials for a seasonal asphalt plant

The Rosemount Planning Commission recommended approval of a 2025 small-scale mineral extraction permit for Frattalone Companies, a site plan for five office/warehouses in Biscayne Business Park, and renewal of an interim use permit for Minnesota Paving Materials' seasonal asphalt plant. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Recommended approval of Frattalone Companies' 2025 Small-Scale Mineral Extraction Permit (7-0)
• Approved Keystone Development Partners' site plan for five office/warehouses in Biscayne Business Park, subject to conditions (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Minnesota Paving Materials' interim use permit renewal for seasonal asphalt plant (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will approve minutes from the October meeting and review a report on manganese monitoring. The body will also discuss the 2024 Top 10 Water Users and a Well Pumping Report.

• Approval of October 28, 2024, Utility Commission Minutes
• Manganese Monitoring Update
• 2024 Top 10 Water Users - Commercial/Industrial
• Well Pumping Report
• Set Next Meeting Agenda – March 25, 2025

The Utility Commission approved the October 28, 2024, meeting minutes. Commissioners requested additional data on manganese testing and billing rates for the city's top 10 commercial and industrial water users. Staff will create an FAQ regarding the Meta Data Center's water usage for residents.

• Approved October 28, 2024, meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The Parks and Natural Resources Commission will convene to approve prior meeting minutes, address audience input, and discuss unfinished business regarding Parks and Recreation Fees. The meeting agenda also includes a Director's Report and the standard adjournment.

• Approval of October 28, 2024, minutes
• Discussion on Parks and Recreation Fees
• Director's Report

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council approve several fee increases, including higher hourly rates for indoor ice rentals starting January 2026, a new $150 surcharge for banquet hall rentals past 10 p.m., and higher Saturday rental rates at the Steeple Center. The commission also approved the October 28, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 28, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended ice rental fee increases: prime ice $235 to $255, non-prime $155 to $175, spring/summer $155 to $175, effective January 2026 (5-0)
• Recommended adding $150 fee for banquet hall rentals after 10 p.m. (5-0)
• Recommended increasing Steeple Center Saturday rentals: residents $700 to $840, non-residents $980 to $1120 (5-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to tour the Public Works and Police Department campus and review meeting minutes. The group will also discuss upcoming events and receive reports from commissioners.

• Tour of Public Works & Police Campus at 14041 Biscayne Ave
• Approval of October 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Upcoming event reminder for commissioners
• Reports from Youth Commissioners
• Next meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024 at Steeple Center

The Rosemount Youth Commission met on November 20, 2024, at the new Public Works & Police Campus. They toured the facility, approved the October 23, 2024 meeting minutes, and received reminders about the upcoming Tree Lighting event. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 23, 2024 Youth Commission meeting (11-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:55 p.m. (11-0)

Port Authority

The Port Authority will hold a special meeting in Plymouth to tour a facility and discuss project updates. The group will depart from Rosemount City Hall at 3:30 PM.

• Tour of 13825 Schmidt Lake Road Plymouth, MN
• Project Updates discussion

The Rosemount Port Authority held a special meeting on November 19, 2024, to tour a facility at 13825 Schmidt Lake Road in Plymouth, Minnesota, in relation to Project Falcon. Members Weisensel, Beaudette, Essler, and Theisen participated in the tour, which departed City Hall at 3:30 p.m. and returned at approximately 6:30 p.m. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with project updates provided in the packet.

• Toured 13825 Schmidt Lake Road facility for Project Falcon (no vote)
• Received project updates in packet (no action)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public improvement hearing for the 2025 Street Improvement Project (City Project 2025-02). The body will also consider zoning ordinance text amendments and a final plat request for the Emerald Isle PUD Agreement.

• Public Improvement Hearing for 2025 Street Improvement Project (City Project 2025-02)
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding Metropolitan Urban Services Area (MUSA) boundary
• Zoning ordinance text amendments to Title 11 and Zoning Map revisions
• Pre-Application Escrow Agreements with MNLC and North Wind Test, LLC
• Final plat and minor amendment request for Emerald Isle PUD Agreement by DevCo Preservation, LLC

The Rosemount City Council approved the 2025 Street Improvement Project (City Project 2025-02), authorizing final plans and bid advertisement. It also approved the final plat and minor amendment to the Emerald Isle PUD agreement for a 192-unit development, and accepted donations for the Heroes and Helpers program.

• Approved 2025 Street Improvement Project resolution (4-0)
• Approved Emerald Isle 4th Addition Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved Minor Amendment to Emerald Isle PUD Agreement (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to execute PUD amendment (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.k. removed (4-0)
• Accepted $2,500 from American Legion Post 65 and $1,000 from Lyle and Cynthia Mack for Heroes and Helpers (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to administer the Canvassing Board Oath of Office. The body will then canvass and certify the results of the November 5, 2024 General Election.

• Canvassing Board Oath of Office
• Certification of November 5, 2024 General Election results

The Rosemount City Council held a special meeting to canvass and certify the results of the November 5, 2024 General Election. The council unanimously declared Paul Theisen and Heidi Freske as the winners of the city election. The meeting was procedural and adjourned after the certification.

• Certified November 5, 2024 General Election results (3-0)
• Declared Paul Theisen and Heidi Freske as election winners (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission will approve the resignation of Commissioner Springer and the minutes from the October 8, 2024, meeting. The body will also discuss revisions to the commission's work plan and sustainable purchasing framework.

• Approval of Commissioner Springer's resignation
• Approval of October 8, 2024, meeting minutes
• Commission revisioning discussion
• Work plan updates
• Sustainable purchasing framework update

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license for Life Time Rosemount. The body is also considering the authorization to hire a Fire Chief and a minor PUD amendment for David Weekley Homes.

• Public hearing for On-Sale and Sunday Liquor License for Life Time Rosemount
• Authorization to hire a Fire Chief
• Minor PUD Amendment request by David Weekley Homes
• Resolution of Support for Dakota County 2025-2029 CIP

The Rosemount City Council approved the hiring of Kip Springer as the city's first full-time Fire Chief, effective December 2, 2024. The council also approved an on-sale liquor and Sunday liquor license for Life Time Rosemount, adopted a resolution supporting Dakota County's 2025-2029 Capital Improvements Plan, and approved the consent agenda with one item removed for discussion.

• Authorized hiring Kip Springer as Fire Chief effective Dec 2, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved on-sale liquor and Sunday liquor license for Life Time Rosemount (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution of Support for Dakota County 2025-2029 CIP (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.e removed (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review the 2025 budget and the Emergency Operations Plan. Members will also receive an update on the jurisdictional study for the US Highway 52, State Highway 55, and County State Aid Highway 42 corridor.

• 2025 Budget update
• Emergency Operations Plan background
• US Highway 52/State Highway 55/County State Aid Highway 42 Corridor and Jurisdictional Study update

The City Council held a work session to discuss the 2025 budget, emergency operations planning, and regional highway corridor studies. No formal votes were taken during this session, as it was designated for discussion and informational updates only.

• Reviewed 2025 budget update with reduced levy rate of 9.90%
• Discussed Emergency Operations Plan and future table-top exercise
• Received update on US Highway 52, State Highway 55, and CSAH 42 study

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will meet to review recommendations for 2025 utility rates. The body will also review the Executive Director's well pumping report and the current action item list.

• 2025 Utility Rate Recommendations
• Well Pumping Report

The Utility Commission approved the amended September 23, 2024 meeting minutes, adding a note about reviewing the top 10 commercial and industrial water users. No other substantive decisions were made; the commission discussed 2025 utility rate recommendations, requesting clarifications and additional materials, and received a well pumping report.

• Approved amended September 23, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The commission will meet to discuss several new business items including facility updates and recreation fees. The agenda also includes a report from the Director.

• Devco Development
• RC STEAM Facility
• Indoor Ice update
• Parks and Recreation Fees

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission recommended the City Council approve the Devco Development plans for 192 units, with cash-in-lieu of land for parks dedication totaling $480,000 (192 units x $2,500 per unit). The motion also included a staff recommendation for the developer to extend the existing trail to the east property line. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). Other items were discussion-only, including an RC STEAM facility request and an indoor ice update.

• Recommended approval of Devco Development plans for 192 units with $480,000 cash-in-lieu of land (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 23, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss a presentation from Community Development and a leadership lesson. The meeting includes a roundtable discussion and reports from Youth Commissioners.

• Speaker from Community Development
• Leadership Lesson
• Roundtable Discussion

The Rosemount Youth Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. They approved the minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting and heard a presentation from Community Development Director Adam Kienberger about his role, economic development, and safety inspections. The meeting also included a leadership lesson on planning and a roundtable discussion.

• Approved minutes of September 25, 2024 meeting (11-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding changes to the Metropolitan Urban Services Area boundary and zoning ordinance text amendments. The body will also consider a request from DevCo Preservation, LLC for PUD Final Site and Building Plan Approval.

• Comprehensive Plan Amendment regarding Metropolitan Urban Services Area boundary
• Zoning ordinance text amendments to Title 11 of the Rosemount City Code
• Revisions to the City of Rosemount’s Zoning Map
• PUD Final Site and Building Plan Approval request by DevCo Preservation, LLC

The Rosemount Planning Commission recommended the City Council approve two Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendments to expand the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) boundary, including the entire middle school site and 60 acres of UMore Park. It also recommended approval of zoning text amendments to Title 11, with modifications to accessory structure setbacks and reverting the multi-residential landscaping requirement to prior code. The commission approved the PUD final site and building plan for a 192-unit apartment complex, subject to conditions.

• Recommended approval of MUSA expansion to include entire middle school site and 60 acres of UMore Park (6-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning text amendments with modifications to accessory structure setbacks and landscaping (6-0)
• Recommended approval of corrections to the Zoning Map (6-0)
• Approved PUD final site and building plan for 192-unit apartment complex, subject to conditions (6-0)

Port Authority

The Port Authority will meet to review updates regarding commercial visioning and current projects. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from August 20 and September 17.

• Commercial Visioning Update
• Project Updates

The Rosemount Port Authority met on October 15, 2024, and approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from prior meetings. No substantive decisions were made; the only new business was an update from Stantec on commercial visioning for County Road 42, with plans to be revised after commissioner feedback.

• Approved consent agenda including August 20 and September 17 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the certification of delinquent municipal services to 2025 property taxes. The body will also review several land use permits and plat approvals via the consent agenda.

• Public hearing on certification of delinquent municipal services to 2025 property taxes
• Conditional Use Permit request by Hussein Abdullahi for a Live/Work Dwelling in MX-1 Downtown Mixed Use District
• Small-Scale Mineral Extraction Permit renewal request by Furlong Excavating for 2025
• Large Scale Mineral Extraction Permit amendment request by Dakota Aggregates
• SKB Rosemount 2nd Addition Final Plat

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission will review its annual goals and discuss options for the Climate Action Plan. The meeting also includes administrative approvals and updates on work plans and outreach activities.

• Review of Annual Goals
• Climate Action Plan Options discussion
• Work Plan and Outreach Updates
• Approval of August 2024 minutes
• Setting next meeting date for December 10, 2024

The Rosemount Environment and Sustainability Commission approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, then voted to add discussions on the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and a potential climate action plan to the December 10, 2024, meeting agenda. No substantive policy decisions were made; the commission also heard public comments about monarch butterfly habitat and received updates on the Dakota County Solid Waste Plan.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved August 19, 2024, work session minutes (3-0)
• Approved August 19, 2024, regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Added SWPPP discussion to December meeting agenda (3-0)
• Added climate action plan discussion to December meeting agenda (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to review a consent agenda and conduct city business. Key items include authorizing street improvements for 2025 and appointing election judges. The meeting also includes a public comment period.

• Authorization of items for the 2025 Street Improvement Project
• Revisions to a variance resolution at 4101 143rd St W
• Appointment of Election Judges for the November 5, 2024 General Election
• Approval of bill listings

The Rosemount City Council held a regular meeting on October 1, 2024, and approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously (5-0). The consent agenda included bill listings, meeting minutes, authorization for 2025 Street Improvement Project items, a variance resolution revision, and election judge appointments. No public hearings, unfinished business, or new business were conducted.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved bill listings
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2024 regular meeting
• Authorized items for 2025 Street Improvement Project
• Approved revisions to resolution approving variance at 4101 143rd St W
• Appointed election judges for November 5, 2024 General Election

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a tour of the Public Works & Police Department Campus and a fire engine, along with staff updates.

• Tour of Public Works & Police Department Campus at 14041 Biscayne Ave
• Discussion on fire engine
• Staff reports and updates

At its October 1, 2024 work session, the Rosemount City Council discussed replacing Engine 21 and all members present said they favored moving forward with purchasing an E-one fire engine from Fire Safety USA. Staff described a possible finance plan, including equipment bonds, with the 2025 CIP anticipating the expense. Council members also voiced support for a proposed employee pay structure after a salary market analysis, and received staff updates on ice needs, hurricane relief, and upcoming meetings. No formal votes or motions on these items are recorded in the minutes.

• Council members all in favor of moving forward with purchasing an E-one fire engine from Fire Safety USA to replace Engine 21 (no vote recorded)
• Council members supportive of the proposed employee pay structure (no vote recorded)
• Staff to review firefighter salaries at Councilmember Freske's request (no vote recorded)
• Staff to evaluate carrying over vacation and sick time at Councilmember Freske's request (no vote recorded)
• Work session adjourned at 8:48 p.m. on a motion by Weisensel

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review commission goals and a department overview of the City Clerk. The agenda also includes a leadership lesson and a discussion on volunteer opportunities with DARTS.

• Volunteer opportunities with DARTS
• City Clerk department overview
• Youth Commission goals
• Leadership lesson

The Rosemount Youth Commission approved the minutes from their previous meeting and added two new goals to their 2024-2025 plan. These goals focus on creating a social media presence for recruitment and organizing a youth engagement event. The meeting also included presentations on volunteer opportunities with DARTS and parliamentary procedure.

• Approved August 21, 2024 minutes (13-0)
• Added two new 2024-2025 goals (13-0)
• Discussed DARTS volunteer programs
• Reviewed parliamentary procedure and City Clerk duties

Planning Commission

The Rosemount Planning Commission will consider a major amendment to the Rosewood Commons Planned Unit Development to allow for two commercial buildings with outdoor dining and a drive-through. The body will also hear requests for the renewal of a small-scale mineral extraction permit and an amendment to a large-scale permit.

• Rosewood Commons PUD amendment for two commercial buildings with outdoor dining and drive-through
• Furlong Excavating Small-Scale Mineral Extraction Permit renewal for 2025
• Dakota Aggregates Large Scale Mineral Extraction Permit amendment
• Hussein Abdullahi Conditional Use Permit for Live/Work Dwelling in MX-1 District

The Rosemount Planning Commission approved a PUD Final Site and Building Plan and recommended a Major Amendment to the Rosewood Commons PUD Agreement for two commercial buildings with outdoor dining and a drive-through at 14904 Business Parkway and 2730 149th Street West. The commission also recommended approval of a 2025 mineral extraction permit for Furlong Excavating, an amendment to Dakota Aggregates' large-scale mineral extraction permit, and a conditional use permit for a live/work dwelling at 3005 Lower 147th Street West. All votes were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved PUD Final Site and Building Plan for two commercial buildings with drive-through (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Major Amendment to Rosewood Commons PUD Agreement (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Furlong Excavating 2025 Small-Scale Mineral Extraction Permit (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Dakota Aggregates Large-Scale Mineral Extraction Permit amendment (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve conditional use permit for live/work dwelling at 3005 Lower 147th Street West (6-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The commission is meeting to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss a parks tour. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Discussion of Parks Tour

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission approved minutes from its April 22, May 20, and July 22, 2024 meetings, each by a 5-0 vote. The commission then joined the City Council for a tour of several parks, including Amber Fields, Rosemount Pickle Ball Courts, Talamore Park, Flint Hills Greenway Trails, and Dunmore Park. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 22, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 22, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will meet to start the review process for 2025 utility rates. The body will also receive updates on manganese monitoring and well pumping reports.

• Kick-off to Review of 2025 Utility Rate Review
• Manganese Monitoring Update
• Well Pumping Report

The Utility Commission reviewed preliminary 2025 utility billing rate adjustments and operational/capital expenses for water, sewer, storm water, and street lighting funds. No rates were approved; the commission will make a final recommendation to the City Council in October or November. The commission also received a manganese monitoring update and requested layperson-friendly talking points and a review of top commercial/industrial users.

• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Reviewed 2025 utility rate adjustments (no action taken)
• Requested staff prepare layperson-friendly talking points for rate discussions
• Requested review of top 10 commercial and industrial users at a future meeting

Port Authority

The Port Authority is holding a regular meeting to conduct a tour of Life Time. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Tour of Life Time at 14290 Akron Avenue

The Rosemount Port Authority held a regular meeting on September 17, 2024, at Life Time, 14290 Akron Avenue. The only item of new business was a tour of the Life Time facility. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2025 budget, levy, and Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a school project by Independent School District 196 and a rezoning request for 211 acres of land.

• Request by Independent School District 196 for rezoning, conditional use permit, and site plan for a school and sports fields
• Request by RGA Holdings, LLC to rezone 211 acres from AG-Agriculture to B2-Employment
• Establishment of Preliminary 2025 Budget, Levy, and CIP
• Request by Kwik Trip for a Conditional Use Permit
• Encroachment Agreement for 14372 Davenport Avenue

The Rosemount City Council approved a rezoning request by RGA Holdings, LLC to change 211 acres from AG-Agriculture to B2-Employment, located west of Blaine Avenue and north of CSAH 42, excluding St. John's Lutheran Church property. The council also approved a series of actions for a new middle school by Independent School District 196, including a zoning text amendment, preliminary and final plats, rezoning to R3-Medium Density Residential, and a conditional use permit. Additionally, a conditional use permit was granted to Kwik Trip for a convenience store, carwash, and fuel station, and the preliminary 2025 budget and levy were set.

• Approved consent agenda with item 6.e removed (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 211 acres from AG-Agriculture to B2-Employment for RGA Holdings (4-0)
• Approved zoning text amendment adding middle school definition (4-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Rosemount School District Fifth Addition (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of school site from A-2 to R3-Medium Density Residential (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for middle school (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Kwik Trip fuel station (4-0)
• Set preliminary 2025 budget, levy, and CIP (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss cannabis regulatory decisions and commissioned music for the community band. The meeting also includes staff reports.

• Cannabis regulatory decisions
• Community Band commissioned music

The Rosemount City Council discussed and agreed on several cannabis regulatory recommendations, including a 1,000-foot buffer around schools (including Dakota County Technical College), a limit of one retailer per 12,500 residents (about 3 businesses), no buffers between cannabis businesses, hours matching liquor sales, and city handling of registrations. The council also discussed supporting the Community Band's commissioned music, but no final approval was made. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were consensus recommendations for staff to implement.

• Agreed to place a buffer around schools, including Dakota County Technical College (no formal vote)
• Agreed to limit cannabis retailers to 1 per 12,500 residents (about 3) (no formal vote)
• Agreed not to adopt buffers between cannabis businesses (no formal vote)
• Recommended limiting cannabis business hours to match liquor sales (no formal vote)
• Agreed to have the city handle cannabis business registrations (no formal vote)
• Motion to continue meeting to after regular council meeting carried (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the PD PW Campus Project and consider several agreements. The session includes a police officer oath of office and a consent agenda with various contracts and insurance limits.

• PD PW Campus Project update
• ISD 196 Ice Rental Agreement
• RAHA Concessions Agreement
• ISD 196 Parking Lot Joint Powers Agreement
• 2024-2026 School Resource Officer (SRO) Liaison Agreement

The Rosemount City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included routine items such as bill listings, meeting minutes, insurance limits, and various agreements. The Police Department and Public Works Campus project is on budget with a projected savings of $600,000, and staff are expected to move in mid-December. No public hearings or unfinished business were conducted.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved bill listings (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved tort liability insurance limits (5-0)
• Approved ISD 196 ice rental agreement (5-0)
• Approved RAHA concessions agreement (5-0)
• Approved ISD 196 parking lot joint powers agreement (5-0)
• Approved 2024-2026 SRO liaison agreement (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including a large-scale rezoning and a school project. The body will also review site plans for childcare and commercial developments.

• Request by RGA Holdings, LLC to rezone 211 acres from AG-Agriculture to B2-Employment
• Request by Independent School District 196 for rezoning, plats, and a school with sports fields
• Request by KJ Walk for two commercial buildings with outdoor dining and a drive-through
• Request by Kwik Trip for a PUD Final Site and Building Plan and Conditional Use Permit
• Request by David Weekley Homes for a Rear Yard Setback Variance in R-1 PUD zoning

The Rosemount Planning Commission approved several major development items, including a site plan for a Today's Life Childcare center, a Kwik Trip convenience store with fuel station, a variance for a home at 15035 Ardgillan Road, a rezoning of 217 acres to B2-Employment, and a package of approvals for a new ISD 196 middle school. All votes were unanimous except for the zoning text amendment defining middle school, which passed 3-1. The Rosewood Commons PUD item was continued to September 24, 2024.

• Approved Today's Life Childcare site plan at 2634 149th St W (4-0)
• Approved Kwik Trip PUD final site plan and CUP recommendation (4-0)
• Approved rear yard setback variance at 15035 Ardgillan Rd from 20 to 16 ft (4-0)
• Recommended City Council rezone 217 acres from AG to B2-Employment (4-0)
• Recommended ISD 196 middle school rezoning to R-3 (4-0)
• Recommended ISD 196 preliminary and final plats (4-0)
• Recommended zoning text amendment defining middle school (3-1)
• Approved ISD 196 site plan and building design (4-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive reports. The agenda includes project updates and a Director's Report.

• Approval of April 22, May 20, and July 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Project updates
• Director's Report

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review a poll regarding tours and speakers for the 2024-2025 period. The agenda also includes a leadership lesson overview and a roundtable discussion.

• Discussion of poll for 2024-2025 tours and speakers
• Leadership lesson overview
• Roundtable discussion

The Rosemount Youth Commission approved its agenda and consent agenda, discussed tour and speaker preferences for 2024-2025, and engaged in leadership and roundtable discussions. The commission voted unanimously to establish an Instagram committee and appointed members.

• Approved agenda (13-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 26, 2024 minutes (13-0)
• Established Youth Commission Instagram Committee (13-0)
• Appointed committee members: Favre, Giray, Harvey, Metzer, Pitzen

Port Authority

The Port Authority will meet to consider a modification to the Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Osprey Tax Increment Financing District. The body will also review a development contract with Willy McCoy.

• Modification to the Tax Increment Financing Plan for Osprey Tax Increment Financing District
• Willy McCoy's Development Contract

The Rosemount Port Authority approved the consent agenda, including the July 16, 2024 meeting minutes. The board discussed a modification to the Osprey TIF District plan to remove non-compliant parcels, which will be considered by the City Council. The Willy McCoy's development contract amendment was delayed until cost estimates are updated. Project Falcon presented information only, with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes of July 16, 2024 (5-0)
• Discussed Osprey TIF modification; no action, City Council to consider resolution
• Delayed Willy McCoy's contract amendment pending cost updates
• Received Project Falcon presentation for information only

City Council

The City Council will meet to vote on a series of consent agenda items including infrastructure agreements and local regulations. The body will consider parking restrictions near Rosemount High School and a new irrigation efficiency grant policy.

• Parking restrictions for the neighborhood near Rosemount High School
• Irrigation Efficiency Grant Program Policy
• Subdivision Agreement for Amber Fields 20th Addition
• Modification to the Osprey Tax Increment Financing Plan
• Biscayne Avenue speed limit

The Rosemount City Council held a brief regular meeting, approving the agenda and consent agenda unanimously (5-0). The consent agenda included routine items such as bill listings, meeting minutes, an irrigation efficiency grant policy, a reimbursement agreement with Frontier Communications, a subdivision agreement for Amber Fields 20th Addition, a variance appeal, a speed limit change, parking restrictions near the high school, a resolution supporting a Minnesota Forward Fund application, and a modification to the Osprey TIF plan. No public hearings, unfinished business, or new business were conducted.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved bill listings
• Approved minutes of August 5, 2024 regular meeting and work session
• Approved Irrigation Efficiency Grant Program Policy
• Approved Reimbursement Agreement with Frontier Communications
• Approved Subdivision Agreement for Amber Fields 20th Addition
• Approved Keith Moquin Variance Appeal

General

The Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss the revisioning of the commission. The agenda also allows for a potential work session to reconvene after the regular meeting if necessary.

• Discussion regarding Environment & Sustainability Commission Revisioning

The Environment & Sustainability Commission held a regular meeting with no formal votes or decisions. Members discussed options for commenting on large projects and proposed promoting meeting presentations on city social media, pending staff consultation with the Communications Coordinator.

• Discussed options for providing comment on large projects
• Proposed promoting scheduled meeting presentations on city social media platforms

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission will approve minutes from previous meetings and review work plan updates. The body will also discuss upcoming education activities and set the agenda for the October 8 meeting.

• Approval of June 11, 2024, work session and regular meeting minutes
• Review of work plan updates and education outreach activities
• Dakota County Solid Waste Management Plan open for public comment through August 21
• Setting next meeting agenda for October 8, 2024

The Environment and Sustainability Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from its June 11, 2024 work session and regular meeting. Staff reported on Green Step Cities Best Practice items, identifying actions the city can claim, and a revised sustainable purchasing policy was distributed for further review. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved agenda (2-0)
• Approved June 11, 2024 work session minutes (2-0)
• Approved June 11, 2024 regular meeting minutes (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider an appeal by Nick Reitberger regarding a Planning Commission denial of a variance for surface parking and lot coverage. The body will also review a consent agenda containing several subdivision and maintenance agreements.

• Appeal by Nick Reitberger regarding side yard setback and lot coverage for a driveway expansion
• Subdivision Agreement for Amber Fields 6
• Amber Fields 20th Addition Final Plat
• Bigfoot Stormwater Maintenance Agreement
• Encroachment Agreement for 14044 Belmont Trail

The City Council upheld a Planning Commission decision to deny a variance for a driveway expansion and setback elimination. The Council also approved an update to the Rosemount Industrial Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR).

• Approved Rosemount Industrial AUAR Update (4-0)
• Upheld denial of variance for side yard setback and lot coverage at 3574 152nd Street West (3-1)
• Approved consent agenda items including Amber Fields 6 subdivision agreement and Amber Fields 20th Addition Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved Life Time Facility Change Order #9 (4-0)
• Approved donation from American Legion Post 65 (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the preliminary 2025 budget and receive an update from the Metropolitan Council. Staff will also provide reports on a corridor study and a draft irrigation grant policy.

• Preliminary discussion of 2025 Budget
• Metropolitan Council Update
• US 52/TH 55/CSAH 42 Corridor & Jurisdictional Study report
• Draft Policy - Irrigation Efficiency Grant Program

The City Council discussed the preliminary 2025 budget, which shows an 11.46% increase to the Operating Budget and a 10.01% increase in the property tax levy. Councilmembers expressed a desire for a single-digit increase, but noted most of the increase is due to union contracts and health insurance. No formal decisions were made; the council will set the levy ceiling in September.

• Discussed preliminary 2025 budget with 10.01% levy increase
• Agreed to aim for single-digit levy increase
• Questioned code enforcement contract necessity for 2025
• Questioned Port Authority downtown study necessity for 2025
• Requested comparison of staffing in similar cities
• No concerns regarding Irrigation Efficiency Grant Program policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by KJ Walk. The proposal seeks approval for a PUD Final Site and Building Plan and a Major Amendment to the Rosewood Commons Planned Unit Development Agreement.

• Public hearing for KJ Walk request to build two commercial buildings with outdoor dining and a drive-through facility at Rosewood Commons

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the Rosewood Commons PUD final site plan and major amendment request to the August 27, 2024 meeting, allowing the applicant to revise plans based on staff and commissioner feedback. The consent agenda was approved with a modification to the June 25 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda with modification to June 25 minutes (6-0)
• Closed public hearing for Rosewood Commons PUD (6-0)
• Continued Rosewood Commons PUD item to August 27, 2024 (6-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The commission will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding the Central Park and Public Works Master Plans. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Central Park Master Plan
• Review of Public Works Master Plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission held a regular meeting on July 22, 2024, with no substantive decisions made. The only item of business was a discussion of the Central Park and Public Works Master Plans, focusing on potential reuse of the old Public Works Campus as part of an expanded Central Park. No votes were taken, and the meeting adjourned without further action.

• No formal decisions made; discussed Central Park and Public Works master plans

Port Authority

The Port Authority will review minutes from June 18 and discuss a collaboration regarding local affordable housing aid. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 16, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers.

• Review of June 18, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Discussion on Local Affordable Housing Aid Collaboration
• Project Updates

The Port Authority approved the June 18, 2024, meeting minutes. Members discussed partnering with the Dakota County Community Development Agency to administer $85,047.80 in Local Affordable Housing Aid for 2024.

• Approved June 18, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Aspen Avenue Extension Project assessment and adoption of the assessment roll. The body will also consider a variance appeal for an accessory structure addition and various service agreements.

• Public hearing for Aspen Avenue Extension Project Assessment
• Appeal by Keith Moquin for a variance to exceed maximum area for an accessory structure
• Request by Maplewood Development for approval of Amber Fields 19th Final Plat
• Parking restrictions on Akron Ave, Abbeyfield Ave, and 148th St
• Pre-Application Escrow Agreement with Independent School District 196 for Rosemount High School Additions

The City Council approved a consent agenda containing 15 items, including plat approvals, license requests, and fee amendments. No other substantive new business was decided during the meeting.

• Approved Bill Listings (5-0)
• Approved June 18, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)
• Accepted donation from Scott Chiropractic (5-0)
• Appointed Election Judges for 2024 Elections (5-0)
• Approved amendment to 2024 Schedule of Rates and Fees (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit amendment for place of worship at 2058 Bonaire Path West (5-0)
• Approved Amber Fields 17th Addition Preliminary & Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Water Efficiency Grant and Utility Access Charge Assessment Agreements (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council will hold a work session to discuss the preliminary 2025 budget. The council will also conduct a mid-year check-in on 2024 goals and receive staff reports.

• 2024 Goals Mid-Year Check In
• Preliminary 2025 Budget discussion
• Staff Reports

The Rosemount City Council held a work session on July 2, 2024, with no formal votes or binding decisions recorded. Staff presented a mid-year check-in on 2024-2025 city goals covering administrative services, community development, parks and recreation, public works, and public safety. City Administrator Martin and Administrative Services Director Malecha also gave an overview of the preliminary 2025 budget, noting the city is at approximately 10% budget growth and that the financial ceiling will be set between September and December 2024. The meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m.

• No formal motions or votes recorded; work session discussion only
• Reviewed 2024-2025 city goals mid-year check-in across departments
• Discussed preliminary 2025 budget; city at approximately 10% budget growth
• Financial ceiling for 2025 budget to be set September-December 2024
• Adjourned at 6:49 p.m. (motion by Weisensel, second by Essler)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council will meet on July 2, 2024, to review several items on the consent agenda. This includes decisions regarding land use permits, utility agreements, and changes to the city's schedule of rates and fees.

• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for Place of Worship at 2058 Bonaire Path West
• Approval of Amber Fields 17th Addition Preliminary & Final Plat
• Change order for additional paving at Public Works & Police Campus
• Amendment to the 2024 Schedule of Rates and Fees
• Application for off-site gambling by Rosemount Area Hockey Association

The City Council approved a consent agenda containing 15 items, including plat approvals, license requests, and fee amendments. No other substantive business was conducted during the meeting.

• Approved Bill Listings (5-0)
• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted donation from Scott Chiropractic (5-0)
• Appointed 2024 Election Judges (5-0)
• Approved amendment to 2024 Schedule of Rates and Fees (5-0)
• Approved CUP amendment for place of worship at 2058 Bonaire Path West (5-0)
• Approved Amber Fields 17th Addition Preliminary & Final Plat (5-0)
• Approved Water Efficiency Grant Agreement (5-0)

Youth Commission

The commission will review the May 22 meeting minutes and a bylaws update. The agenda includes guest speakers from the Rosemount investigation division and discussions regarding upcoming July and August events.

• Guest speakers from the Rosemount investigation division
• Bylaws update
• Leadership lesson overview discussion
• Planning for July and August events

The Youth Commission approved its agenda and, in a single consent agenda vote, approved the minutes of its May 22, 2024 meeting and a bylaws update revision. Both votes were 12-0 with no nays. The rest of the meeting was informational: Rosemount police investigators spoke about their work, and commissioners discussed upcoming events and planning for 2024-2025 speakers and tours. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the agenda (12-0)
• Approved May 22, 2024 minutes and bylaws update revision (12-0)
• Adjourned at 4:41 p.m. (motion by Knutson, second by Favre)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests and site plans. These include a residential subdivision, a drive-through facility for My Credit Union, and an office building addition.

• 99 single-family lots at Amber Fields 17th Addition
• Drive-through facility and building plan for My Credit Union
• Office building addition at 14345 Conley Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit amendment at 2058 Bonaire Path West
• Variance request regarding side yard setbacks and lot coverage

The Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of preliminary and final plats for Amber Fields 17th Addition, creating 99 single-family lots, and recommended approval of an amended conditional use permit for a place of worship at 2058 Bonaire Path West. It denied a variance for an existing driveway extension at 3574 152nd Street West on a 6-1 vote. The commission also approved a site plan for a 5,240-square-foot office addition at 14345 Conley Avenue and approved a PUD final site and building plan plus a conditional use permit for drive-through facilities for My Credit Union.

• Recommended City Council approve Amber Fields 17th Addition preliminary and final plats for 99 single-family lots (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve amended conditional use permit for a place of worship at 2058 Bonaire Path West (7-0)
• Denied variance to reduce side yard setback and increase lot coverage for driveway at 3574 152nd Street West (6-1)
• Approved site plan for 5,240 sq ft office addition at 14345 Conley Avenue (7-0)
• Approved PUD final site and building plan for My Credit Union financial institution (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve conditional use permit for My Credit Union drive-through facilities (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May 28, 2024 minutes (7-0)

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will hold a manganese discussion and review the Executive Director’s report. This report includes updates on well pumping, water efficiency grants, and major projects.

• Manganese discussion & update
• Well pumping report
• Water efficiency grant update
• Major projects update

The Utility Commission approved the minutes from their March 25, 2024, meeting. Commissioners also received updates on manganese testing plans, well operations, and ongoing infrastructure projects, including lead service line inventory efforts.

• Approved March 25, 2024, meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstention)

Port Authority

The meeting includes updates regarding Expo 2031 and the Commercial Visioning process. Commissioners will also provide reports and review project updates.

• Expo 2031 Update
• Commercial Visioning Update
• Project Updates
• Approval of May 21, 2024, meeting minutes

The Port Authority reviewed a proposal to host an A-1 World Horticultural Exposition in Rosemount in 2031. Commissioners determined that more information and internal discussions are required before deciding if the event should move forward.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including April 16, 2024 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a rezoning request to construct 178 townhomes at Amber Fields 6th Addition. The agenda also includes contract awards for the Aspen Avenue Extension Project and the Rosemount Greenway Flint Hills Segment.

• Rezoning request for 178 townhomes in Amber Fields 6th Addition
• Contract awards for the Aspen Avenue Extension Project
• Contract award for Rosemount Greenway – Flint Hills Segment
• Work authorization for Connemara Trail & Akron Avenue Roundabout
• Public hearing for SKB IUP Extension

The Rosemount City Council approved a contract with Northern Lines Contracting for the Aspen Avenue Extension project, despite staff concerns about past performance and missed deadlines. The Council also authorized a roundabout design contract with Kimley-Horn, awarded a greenway construction contract to Swan Companies, and extended an interim use permit for SKB Environmental. All votes were unanimous among the four council members present.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Accepted 2023 financial reports (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.m pulled (4-0)
• Authorized Kimley-Horn contract for Connemara Trail & Akron Ave Roundabout design (4-0)
• Extended SKB Environmental Interim Use Permit to Dec 31, 2024 (4-0)
• Awarded Aspen Avenue Extension contract to Northern Lines with reservation (4-0)
• Set assessment hearing for Aspen Avenue Extension for July 16 (4-0)
• Awarded Rosemount Greenway – Flint Hills Segment contract to Swan Companies for $365,570.39 (4-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission will hold a work session to discuss commission revisioning. No other specific business is listed on the agenda.

• Commission revisioning discussion

The Rosemount Environment and Sustainability Commission met for a work session on June 11, 2024, to discuss commission revisioning, advisory roles, and staff assistance. The meeting was procedural and informational only, with no formal votes or substantive decisions recorded.

• Adjourned the work session at 5:55 p.m.

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The commission will review a presentation from Clean Energy Resource Teams regarding clean energy programs. The meeting also includes administrative tasks such as approving April minutes and rescheduling the August meeting.

• Presentation on Clean Energy Programs by Clean Energy Resource Teams
• Approval of April 9, 2024, meeting minutes
• Rescheduling of the August 2024 Commission Meeting
• Updates on work plan and education/outreach activities

The Environment and Sustainability Commission met June 11, 2024 with only two of its members present (Vice-Chair Andrews and Commissioner Burman); Chair Springer was absent. The commission approved its April 9, 2024 minutes and rescheduled its August 13, 2024 regular meeting to Monday, August 19, 2024, with a 5:30 PM work session beforehand, because the August 13 date conflicts with the primary election. The rest of the meeting was informational: a Clean Energy Resource Teams (CERTs) presentation on federal Inflation Reduction Act energy incentives, staff work plan updates, and an update on Mow Less May participation, which fell to 23 registered participants from 125 last year. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the June 11, 2024 agenda as presented (2-0)
• Approved the April 9, 2024 Environment and Sustainability Commission meeting minutes (2-0)
• Changed the August 13, 2024 regular meeting to Monday, August 19, 2024, with a work session at 5:30 PM in the City Hall Conference Room (2-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:15 PM (motion by Andrews, second by Burman)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss water supply updates, the use of cannabis in public places, city council compensation, and no parking signage. A groundbreaking ceremony for a new elementary school at Akron Avenue and Bonaire Path has been cancelled.

• Water Supply & Distribution Update discussion
• Use of Cannabis In Public Places discussion
• City Council Compensation discussion
• No Parking Signage discussion
• Cancelled groundbreaking for new elementary school at Akron Avenue and Bonaire Path

In a June 4, 2024 work session, the Rosemount City Council agreed to move forward with a 4% cost-of-living compensation adjustment for elected officials, directing staff to round the figure up and bring an ordinance to a future meeting. The Council also agreed on a proposed ordinance to prohibit cannabis use in public places, which staff will bring back for approval. On water, the Council agreed to buy a testing device to check manganese levels in homes across the city, with staff reporting findings next year. A planned elementary school groundbreaking was cancelled due to forecasted weather, and no formal votes were recorded.

• Agreed to proceed with 4% COLA adjustment for Council compensation; staff to round up and bring ordinance to a future meeting
• Agreed on proposed ordinance banning cannabis use in public places; staff to bring it to a future meeting for approval
• Agreed to invest in a water testing device to sample manganese levels in households citywide; staff to report findings next year
• Directed staff to partner with the school district on student parking near Rosemount High School before next school year
• New elementary school groundbreaking at Akron Avenue and Bonaire Path cancelled due to forecasted weather
• Suggested market rate study also run numbers based on tax capacity, not population alone; further discussion during budget talks

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Rosemount Zoning Code Update. The meeting also includes presentations for a Police Officer Oath of Office and a Youth Commission Report. Several administrative items, such as subdivision agreements and liquor license renewals, are included on the consent agenda.

• Rosemount Zoning Code Update public hearing
• Police Officer Oath of Office presentation
• Bray Hill Subdivision Agreement
• Harmony agreement authorization
• PD/PW Building Distributed Antenna System

The Rosemount City Council voted 5-0 to repeal and replace Title 11: Zoning Regulations and Title 12: Subdivision Regulations, including the zoning map, after a public hearing. The council also voted 5-0 to adopt a resolution authorizing the Rich Valley East Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) Update, an item pulled from the consent agenda for discussion. The consent agenda was approved 5-0 with item 6.c. (the AUAR) removed, and the meeting included an officer oath of office and a Youth Commission report.

• Approved the agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.c. removed (5-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing the Rich Valley East AUAR Update (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing and replacing Title 11: Zoning Regulations and Title 12: Subdivision Regulations, including the zoning map (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving summary publication of the adopted ordinance (5-0)
• Closed the zoning code public hearing (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:09 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development requests and a zoning map update. The body will consider rezoning and plat approvals for residential projects and a site plan for a childcare center.

• Rezoning and plat approval for Amber Fields 18th Addition (66 single family lots)
• Rezoning from R4 PUD to R3 PUD for 178 townhomes at Amber Fields 6th Addition
• Site Plan Review for a childcare center requested by 814 Services, LLC
• Variance request by Kevin Moquin for an accessory structure addition
• Zoning Code Update regarding the Zoning Map

The Commission recommended City Council approval for two residential developments and an updated zoning map. It approved a site plan for a new childcare center and denied a variance for a garage addition.

• Recommended City Council approve 66 single-family lots at Amber Fields 18th Addition (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 178 townhomes at Amber Fields 6th Addition (6-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt the proposed updated zoning map (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 814 Services, LLC childcare center (6-0)
• Denied variance for garage addition at 4101 143rd Street West (6-0)
• Re-elected Melissa Kenninger as Chair and Michael Reed as Vice-Chair (6-0)
• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will conduct a legacy tree planting at Winds Park before convening for a meeting. The body will discuss the election of officers and review its by-laws.

• Legacy Tree Planting Project at Winds Park (15675 Chippendale Ave)
• Review of By-Laws
• Discussion on Election of Officers

The Youth Commission held a work session and regular meeting to elect its leadership and review bylaws. Members participated in a Legacy Tree Planting event at Winds Park. The commission also reviewed upcoming summer community events.

• Approved agenda (19-0)
• Approved consent agenda (19-0)
• Elected Molly Pitzen as Chair
• Elected Favre as First Vice Chair
• Elected Knutson as Second Vice Chair

Port Authority

The Port Authority will meet to discuss Expo 2031 and receive project updates. The meeting also includes a review of the April 16, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Expo 2031
• Project updates

The Rosemount Port Authority held a regular meeting where they approved the agenda and previous minutes. Wendy Meadley and David Loehr presented an application to host the A-1 World Horticultural Exposition in Rosemount in 2031. Commissioners discussed the proposal but agreed that more information and further conversations are needed before deciding whether to move forward.

• Agenda approved (5-0)
• Consent agenda, including April 16 minutes, approved (5-0)
• Expo 2031 proposal discussed; no vote taken
• Commissioners agreed additional information is needed for Expo 2031

City Council

The City Council will discuss a Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County regarding the Rosemount Greenway – Flint Hills Segment. The meeting includes public hearings on easement vacations for Rosewood Center and reviews of several preliminary and final plats.

• Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for Rosemount Greenway – Flint Hills Segment
• Public hearing for vacation of utility and drainage easements at Rosewood Center
• Preliminary and Final Plats for Rosewood Center 2nd Addition and Rosewood Commons 3rd Addition
• Preliminary and Final Plats for Prestwick Place 26th
• Pickle Ball Project – Change Order #1

The Rosemount City Council approved a Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for the Rosemount Greenway – Flint Hills Segment, under which the County would reimburse the City up to $508,200. The council also approved Change Order #1 for the pickleball project in the amount of $232,035.00, covering court lighting and additional parking lot and drive lane lighting. It approved engineering services and a feasibility report for the 2025 Street Improvement Project (City Project 2025-02), and adopted a resolution approving the vacation of certain easements within Outlots C and D, Rosewood Center. All votes were 4-0, with Councilmember Theisen absent.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for Rosemount Greenway – Flint Hills Segment, County reimbursing City up to $508,200 (4-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for pickleball project, $232,035.00, for court and parking/drive lane lighting (4-0)
• Approved engineering services proposal and resolution for a Feasibility Report for 2025 Street Improvement Project, City Project 2025-02 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution approving vacation of certain easements within Outlots C and D, Rosewood Center, subject to conditions (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.e. (2025 SIP Feasibility Report) pulled for discussion (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Removed items 7.b. and 7.c. regarding Tops Tavern liquor licenses from the agenda; City Administrator Martin noted the parties had settled the private matter

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The commission will conduct a regular meeting including the approval of previous minutes and a discussion regarding audience input. The agenda also includes a parks tour under new business.

• Approval of April 22, 2024, meeting minutes
• Parks Tour

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission convened a regular meeting on May 20, 2024. The agenda included audience input, unfinished business, and new business regarding a parks tour. The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m. without recording any substantive decisions or votes.

• Conducted a parks tour under new business

City Council Work Session

The City Council is holding a work session featuring a tour of the Lifetime facility. The meeting also includes staff reports.

• Tour of Lifetime facility located at 14290 Akron Avenue

The City Council agreed they are not interested in selling McMenomy Woods to a property owner for cattle grazing. Staff provided updates on the Lifetime Facility, Project Falcon, and the 2023 Street Improvement Project.

• Declined request to sell McMenomy Woods green space

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2024 Street Improvement Project assessments and a liquor license revocation. The body will also consider several contracts and development requests, including the Prestwick Place 25th Addition.

• 2024 Street Improvement Project Assessment Hearing
• Liquor License Revocation public hearing
• Request by Akron 42 LLC for approval of Prestwick Place 25th Addition
• Award Contract for Municipal Well No. 17 Construction
• Bids for Dunmore Park general improvements and playground proposals for Camfield, Talamore, and Dunmore Parks

The Council adopted the assessment roll for the 2024 Street Improvement Project and approved several park equipment purchases. A proposal to revoke a liquor license for Vaja Properties, LLC due to lapsed insurance was denied.

• Adopted Assessment Roll for 2024 Street Improvement Project (5-0)
• Denied revocation of Vaja Properties, LLC liquor license (2-3)
• Awarded $125,000 Dunmore Park improvement contract to VADA Contracting (5-0)
• Approved playground equipment purchases for Camfield, Talamore, and Dunmore Parks (5-0)
• Approved ICPOET Grant Agreement (5-0)
• Appointed members to the Youth Commission for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for Public Service Week, National Police Week, and National Cities, Towns, and Villages Month (5-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will conduct a tour of the Public Works and Police Campus. Members will also hold a discussion regarding playground equipment at the Steeple Center.

• Tour of Public Works & Police Campus at 14041 Biscayne Ave
• Playground equipment discussion at the Steeple Center
• Update on Youth Commissioners' resignations for 2023-2024
• Planning for Legacy Tree Planting Event at Winds Park

The Youth Commission held a work session and regular meeting on April 24, 2024. Commissioners toured the new Public Works/Police Department Campus at 14041 Biscayne Ave, then approved the agenda and consent agenda by 7-0 votes. Park & Rec staff presented three playground designs and asked commissioners to vote on their preferred option, but the minutes do not record which option was chosen or the result of that vote. The commission also noted that five current Youth Commissioners have resigned, with two others' status unknown, and set the next meeting for May 22, 2024 at Winds Park.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved adjournment (7-0)
• Received presentation on three playground designs; no vote outcome recorded
• Noted five Youth Commissioner resignations, two members' status unknown

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land subdivision requests and a site plan for a utility project. One rezoning request for 132 townhomes has been requested for continuation to the next meeting.

• Preliminary and final plats for land north of CSAH 42 and west of Akron Avenue
• Xcel Energy PUD Final Site and Building Plan for an electrical substation
• Preliminary and Final Plat for Rosewood Commons 3rd Addition
• Preliminary and Final Plat for Rosewood Center 2nd Addition
• Request by Enclave Companies to rezone and amend Amber Fields PUD for 132 townhomes (requested continuation)

The Commission approved a final site and building plan for an Xcel Energy electrical substation. It also recommended City Council approval for three separate preliminary and final plat requests for land subdivision. A rezoning request for townhomes was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved Xcel Energy electrical substation Final Site and Building Plan (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Prestwick Place 25th Addition plats (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Prestwick Place 26th Addition plats (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Rosewood Commons 3rd Addition plats (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Rosewood Center 2nd Addition plats (5-0)
• Continued Enclave Companies rezoning and amendment request to next meeting (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (5-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to discuss playground proposals for Talamore, Dunmore, and Camfield Parks. The body will also review general improvement bids for Dunmore Park.

• Playground proposals for Talamore, Dunmore, and Camfield Parks
• General improvement bids for Dunmore Park

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission approved a motion to recommend that the City Council award the Dunmore Park general improvement contract to VADA Contracting LLC for $125,000. The commission also discussed proposals for new playground equipment at Talamore and Dunmore Parks and replacement equipment at Camfield Park, with staff planning to make recommendations to the City Council. The commission reviewed the Park Improvement Fund balance, which stood at $7,931,755.50 as of March 31, 2024.

• Approved minutes of March 18, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended City Council award Dunmore Park contract to VADA Contracting LLC for $125,000 (4-0)
• Discussed playground proposals for Talamore, Dunmore, and Camfield Parks
• Reviewed Park Improvement Fund balance of $7,931,755.50

General

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss an update regarding the Metropolitan Council. The meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2024, at City Hall.

• Metropolitan Council Update discussion

The City Council met for a special work session to receive an overview of the Metropolitan Council's roles within the city. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Port Authority

The Port Authority will conduct a regular meeting including the election of a Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer. The agenda also includes a review of the Annual Report.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair and Treasurer
• Annual Report

The Port Authority held its annual officer elections, re-electing Essler as Chairperson, Klimpel as Vice Chair, and Theisen as Treasurer, each by a 7-0 vote. Commissioners also approved the consent agenda, including minutes of the March 19, 2024 regular meeting, 7-0. Economic Development Coordinator Van Oss gave an annual report overview of the past year's development, grants, and other actions. No old business or discussion items were taken up.

• Elected Essler as Chairperson (7-0)
• Elected Klimpel as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Elected Theisen as Treasurer (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 19, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Closed nominations for each officer position (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review requests for a drive-through facility and a new residential addition. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding administrative enforcement ordinances.

• Conditional Use Permit for First State Bank of Rosemount drive-through facilities
• Minor Amendment to the Prestwick Place PUD
• Amber Fields 17th Addition Preliminary and Final Plats by Maplewood Development
• Public hearing on Ordinance Adoption and Amendments for Administrative Enforcement

The Rosemount City Council approved a Minor Amendment to the Prestwick Place PUD Agreement reducing the vehicle stacking requirement for drive-through facilities, and approved a Conditional Use Permit allowing drive-through facilities for First State Bank of Rosemount, both on 5-0 votes. The Council also advanced an ordinance creating an internal administrative enforcement system for code violations, with a projected rollout in fall 2024. The consent agenda was approved with the First State Bank item removed for separate discussion. No unfinished or new business was taken up.

• Approved Minor Amendment to Prestwick Place PUD Agreement reducing drive-through vehicle stacking requirement (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for drive-through facilities for First State Bank of Rosemount (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.d. (First State Bank CUP) removed (5-0)
• Advanced Ordinance Amending Title 1, Chapter 4; Title 1, Chapter 9; and Adopting Title 1, Chapter 10 for administrative enforcement (5-0)
• Approved resolution for Summary Publication of the Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation of Appreciation for City of Rosemount Volunteers (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and receive a presentation on the Dakota County Solid Waste Plan Update. Members will also discuss updates to the work plan, goals, and community survey.

• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Dakota County Solid Waste Plan Update presentation
• Review of Work Plan and Goals updates
• Community Survey overview
• Discussion on Environment & Sustainability Commission revisioning

The Rosemount Environment and Sustainability Commission elected Commissioner Springer as Chair and Commissioner Andrews as Vice Chair. The commission approved a work session for May 14 to discuss potential revisions to the commission's structure, including acting as liaisons to other city boards. Staff presented updates on outreach activities, noting that the commission will not host a booth at Leprechaun Days due to limited staffing.

• Elected Commissioner Springer as Commission Chair (3-0)
• Elected Commissioner Andrews as Commission Vice-Chair (3-0)
• Approved agenda with item 3.b moved to New Business (3-0)
• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Scheduled Work Session for May 14, 2024, to discuss commission revisioning (3-0)
• Decided not to host a booth at Leprechaun Days due to limited commissioners

City Council Work Session

The City Council will conduct a tour of the Public Works and Police campus and hear a presentation from the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority. The session also includes a discussion regarding the UMore Park Shelter Building.

• Tour of Public Works & Police campus at 14041 Biscayne Ave
• Minnesota Valley Transit Authority presentation
• Discussion of UMore Park Shelter Building

The April 2, 2024 Rosemount City Council work session was a discussion-only meeting with no substantive decisions or votes recorded. Council members toured the Public Works and Police campus, heard a Minnesota Valley Transit Authority presentation on current and potential future services, and discussed a proposed UMore Ballfield Complex park building that staff will bring back for future council approval. Staff also updated the council on Expo 2031 planning and on the Environmental and Sustainability Commission, which has only 3 active commissioners and may be converted into a taskforce.

• No substantive decisions or votes recorded; work session was discussion-only
• UMore Ballfield Complex park building: staff will bring concept plan to a future council meeting for approval
• Environmental and Sustainability Commission: staff will develop a plan on possibly converting it to a taskforce and return to council
• Expo 2031: staff will schedule the Expo Committee to introduce itself to the council
• Council stated it is not interested in re-guiding the proposed Expo area land for other uses at this time
• Meeting adjourned at 9:37 p.m. on a motion by Weisensel and second by Theisen

City Council

The City Council will review bids and set assessment hearings for the 2024 Street Improvement Project. Members will also consider the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan and a request to vacate part of Ashtown Lane. The meeting includes proclamations for Mow Less May, Arbor Day, and Fair Housing.

• Bids and contract award for 2024 Street Improvement Project
• Approval of 2024-2029 Strategic Plan
• Public hearing on Maplewood Development's request to vacate part of Ashtown Lane in Amber Fields 12th Addition
• Pre-Application Escrow Agreement with Independent School District 196
• Donation acceptance from the Scott Lecher Family

The Rosemount City Council approved a $1,497,040 contract for the 2024 Street Improvement Project and adopted the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. The council also approved the vacation of a portion of Ashtown Lane and passed proclamations for Mow Less May, Arbor Day, and Fair Housing Month. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Approved $1,497,040 street improvement contract with McNamara Contracting (5-0)
• Approved 2024-2029 Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved vacation of portion of Ashtown Lane in Amber Fields 12th Addition (5-0)
• Approved Mow Less May proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Arbor Day proclamation (5-0)
• Approved Fair Housing Month proclamation (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including travel and escrow agreement (5-0)

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will review annual water consumption data and well pumping reports. The meeting also includes a recap of the 2023 Water Efficiency and Stormwater Rebate program.

• 2023 Water Efficiency and Stormwater Rebate Recap
• Summary of 2023 resident utility inquiries and concerns
• 2023 Well Pumping Report
• January and February 2024 Well Pumping Report
• 2023 City Water Usage and 10-Year Consumption Summary

General

The Rosemount City Council is holding a work session to interview candidates for an open commissioner position. The agenda lists interviews scheduled for March 19 and March 21, followed by a discussion on the final selection.

• Interview of one commissioner applicant on March 19
• Interviews of eight commissioner applicants on March 21
• Council discussion for final commissioner selection

The City Council interviewed eight applicants for Commissioner positions. Councilmembers rated their top picks and will formally appoint the selected individuals at the April 2nd regular meeting.

• Interviewed 8 Commissioner applicants
• Selected top candidates for appointment at April 2nd meeting

Youth Commission

The commission will review meeting minutes from January 24 and February 28, 2024. The agenda also includes discussions on recruitment strategies, a leadership lesson, and a roundtable discussion.

• Review of January 24 and February 28 meeting minutes
• Discussion on recruitment strategies
• Leadership lesson and roundtable discussion
• Tour of Public Works/Police Department Facility scheduled for April 24

The commission reviewed a script for recruitment promotion via the Rosemount High School Irish Update broadcast. Members discussed leadership styles and provided input for the State of the City presentation. City Clerk Fasbender reported that Youth Commission suggestions, including hammocks and a putting green, are in the final plans for Talamore Park.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council will conduct an interview for one Commissioner applicant. Eight additional applicants are scheduled to be interviewed on March 21, 2024.

• Interview of one Commissioner applicant

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority will meet to review project updates and commissioner reports. The meeting includes a vote on the approval of the Open to Business Joint Powers Agreement.

• Approval of Open to Business Joint Powers Agreement
• Project Updates

The Rosemount Port Authority approved a Joint Powers Agreement with the Dakota County Community Development Agency for the Open to Business program, which the city has participated in since 2013. The vote was 5-0. The board also approved the agenda and the consent agenda, including minutes from the February 20, 2024 meeting. Commissioners Freske and Beaudette were absent. Project updates were given on the Rosemount Expo, a future gas station at Akron Avenue/County Road 42, and the Speedway site, but no action was taken on those items.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County CDA for Open to Business program (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February 20, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

City Council

The Rosemount City Council will review a rezoning request from Independent School District 196 to allow an elementary school on agricultural land. The council will also consider bids for Talamore Park improvements and approve several street and utility additions.

• Rezoning request by ISD 196 for an elementary school site
• General improvement bids for Talamore Park
• Liquor license amendment for Las Tortillas Mexican Restaurant, Inc.
• Contract award for Fire Station No. 1 facade repairs
• Contract award for CSAH 42 Trunk Watermain & PRV

The City Council approved the rezoning, minor subdivision, and conditional use permit for a new elementary school requested by Independent School District 196. The council also awarded a park improvement contract and approved a liquor license expansion.

• Approved rezoning of school site from AG-Agricultural to R1-Low Density Residential (4-0)
• Approved minor subdivision for Rosemount School District Third Addition (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for an elementary school at Rosemount School District Third Addition (4-0)
• Awarded Talamore Park improvement contract to Shoreline Landscaping and Contracting for $286,354.88 (4-0)
• Approved liquor license amendment for Las Tortillas Mexican Restaurant, Inc. to add an outdoor patio (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bill listings, final plats, and contract awards (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of the Amber Fields 17th Addition preliminary and final plats for 120 single-family lots, and approved the PUD Final Site and Building Plan for a combined First State Bank and coffee shop. It also recommended a Conditional Use Permit for drive-through facilities at the bank and voted to hold a public hearing and recommend City Council adopt the 2024 Zoning Code and Subdivision Ordinance updates in May. A requested rezoning and PUD amendment for 132 townhomes in Amber Fields was continued to the April 23, 2024 meeting at the applicant's request.

• Approved Consent Agenda, including February 26 and March 6 minutes (6-0)
• Continued public hearing on Enclave Companies rezoning and Amber Fields PUD amendment for 132 townhomes to April 23, 2024 (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Amber Fields 17th Addition preliminary and final plats for 120 single-family lots, with conditions (6-0)
• Approved PUD Final Site and Building Plan for First State Bank of Rosemount combined financial institution and coffee shop, with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use Permit for drive-through facilities at First State Bank, with conditions (6-0)
• Voted to hold a public hearing and recommend City Council adopt proposed Zoning Code and Subdivision Ordinance updates at a May meeting (6-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss general improvement bids for Talamore Park. The meeting also includes progress updates on the Life Time Project and the National Guard Armory Remodel Project.

• Talamore Park – General Improvement Bids
• Life Time Project updates
• National Guard Armory Remodel Project updates

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from its January 22, 2024 meeting. Staff provided verbal updates on ongoing park projects, including the Amber Fields Pickle Ball Project and Central Park Master Planning. The Commission discussed a potential change order to add lighting to the pickle ball courts and proposed reducing the Commission size from nine to seven members to address quorum issues. No formal votes were taken on the new business items.

• Approved minutes of January 22, 2024 Regular Meeting (5-0)
• Discussed potential change order for pickle ball court lighting
• Proposed reducing Commission size from nine to seven members
• Reviewed Park Improvement Fund balance of $4,842,913.22

Planning Commission

The commission will review requests for final plats and a rezoning application. This includes a proposal from Independent School District 196 to build an elementary school on agricultural land.

• Rezoning of site for Independent School District 196 elementary school
• Approval of Amber Fields 16th Addition Final Plat
• Approval of Spectro Alloys 3rd Addition Final Plat

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended City Council approval for a new elementary school by Independent School District 196. This includes rezoning the site from Agricultural to Low Density Residential and approving the site plan with specific traffic and safety conditions. The Commission also approved final plats for two other development projects via the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and two final plats (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning site from AG-Agricultural to R1-Low Density Residential (6-0)
• Recommended approval of minor subdivision for Rosemount School District Third Addition (6-0)
• Approved site plan for new elementary school with traffic and safety conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for elementary school (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council will hold a work session to discuss updates from the Metropolitan Council and the County Commissioner. Staff reports will also be provided.

• Metropolitan Council update
• County Commissioner update
• Staff reports

The City Council held a work session to review the Dakota County Capital Improvement Plan and upcoming road studies. No formal votes were taken, but city staff will lead the Akron Avenue roundabout project to address urgency.

• City staff to lead Akron Avenue roundabout project to determine right-of-way needs
• City staff to coordinate a letter of recommendation for the Highway 3 study grant
• Metropolitan Council update rescheduled due to unavailability

City Council

The Rosemount City Council will review several consent agenda items, including donation acceptances and service agreements. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a request by Spectro Alloys to vacate drainage and utility easements and the Doyle Path right of way.

• Public hearing for Spectro Alloys easement and utility vacation
• Joint Powers Agreement: National Guard Armory/Community Center Remodel Project
• Contract award: Building systems at Public Works & Police Campus
• 2024 Leprechaun Days Service Agreement
• Parks and Recreation Bylaws Amendment

The City Council approved a Joint Powers Agreement for the Rosemount Armory and Community Center remodel, funded by $672k from the Capital Improvement Budget. The Council also approved the vacation of drainage easements and the Doyle Path right-of-way for Spectro Alloys.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Armory and Community Center Remodel (5-0)
• Approved vacation of drainage easements for Spectro Alloys (5-0)
• Approved vacation of Doyle Path and associated public right-of-way (5-0)
• Accepted $100 donation from Tori Eide for Fire Department (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including bill listings and election judge appointments (5-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will conduct a tour of Fire Station No. 1 at 14700 Shannon Parkway. The meeting also includes a discussion on recruitment strategies and commission member reports.

• Tour of Fire Station No. 1
• Discussion regarding recruitment strategies
• Approval of January 24, 2024, meeting minutes

The commission toured Fire Station No. 1 and received a department overview from Assistant Chief Tim Behrendt. Members discussed recruitment ideas to be presented for further input at the March meeting. No formal votes were taken as there was no quorum.

• Discussed recruitment strategies including social media, QR codes, and the Rosemount HS 'Irish Update' channel
• Requested more volunteer opportunities

General

The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding the review of the Zoning Code Update. No other items are listed for decision or action on this agenda.

• Zoning code update review and discussion

The Planning Commission held a work session to review zoning code updates presented by HKGi consultants. No formal votes were taken; the commission discussed various code definitions and requested specific changes to side yard setbacks.

• Requested side yard setbacks be changed from 10 feet to 7.5 feet for R-1 and R-2 districts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider rezoning land from agricultural to residential for a new elementary school. The commission will also review final plats for the Amber Fields 16th Addition and Spectro Alloys 3rd Addition.

• Rezoning of site from AG-Agricultural to R1-Low Density Residential for an elementary school
• Approval of Amber Fields 16th Addition Final Plat by Maplewood Development
• Approval of Spectro Alloys 3rd Addition Final Plat by Spectro Alloys Corp

The Rosemount Planning Commission met on February 26, 2024, but only three of six commissioners were present, so no quorum was reached. Chairperson Kenninger adjourned the meeting at 6:48 p.m. without taking action on any agenda items, including the consent agenda and an Independent School District 196 rezoning request. A special meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on March 6 in the Council Chambers to consider the items from this agenda.

• No quorum (3 of 6 commissioners present); meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m. without action
• Consent agenda items, including January 23 minutes and two final plats, not acted on
• Independent School District 196 rezoning and school site plan request not acted on
• Special meeting set for March 6 at 6:30 p.m. to consider the agenda items

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss park project updates and upcoming activities. The agenda also includes a review of a change order for the Pickle Ball Court Project and proposed changes to commission by-laws.

• Change Order - Pickle Ball Court Project
• Changes to the Parks and Recreation Commission By-Laws
• Park Project Updates

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from its January 22 meeting with a 5-0 vote. The commission received verbal updates on park projects and upcoming community events. Staff proposed a change order to add lighting to the new pickleball courts, and the commission discussed reducing its membership from nine to seven members to ensure quorum.

• Approved January 22, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Discussed change order to add lighting to pickleball courts
• Discussed reducing commission size from 9 to 7 members
• Received verbal updates on park projects and events
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 p.m.

Port Authority

The Port Authority will discuss hotel market dynamics and the Minnesota MedTech Hub during its February 20 meeting. The agenda also includes project updates and a review of the January 16, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Discussion on Hotel Market Dynamics
• Discussion on Minnesota MedTech Hub
• Project updates

The Port Authority approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The board received presentations on hospitality trends in the south metro and the designation of the Greater MSP region as a national MedTech hub.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 16, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several development requests, including plat approvals for Amber Fields 14th and 15th Additions. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the final project scope and bidding for the Aspen Avenue Extension.

• Amber Fields 15th Addition preliminary and final plat approval for 167 single-family lots
• Rezoning and major amendment for Amber Fields 14th Addition
• Final project scope and bid authorization for Aspen Avenue Extension
• Preliminary plat for a 70,000 square foot addition at 13135 Doyle Path
• Acceptance of donations from Flint Hills Resources, Rosemount Lions Club, and Merchants Bank

The City Council approved the project scope and bidding process for the Aspen Avenue Extension. It also approved a preliminary plat for a 70,000 square foot addition to the Spectro Alloys facility. Additionally, the council amended the Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan for the Rosemount Technology Addition.

• Approved project scope and bid advertisement for Aspen Avenue Extension (3-0)
• Approved Spectro Alloys Third Addition preliminary plat for 70,000 sq ft building (3-0)
• Adopted resolution amending Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan for Rosemount Technology Addition (3-0)
• Accepted $13,799.94 donation from Flint Hills Resources (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including Amber Fields 15th Addition plat for 167 lots (3-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Commission will address Commissioner Angerer's resignation and updates on commission vacancy applications. Members will also review goals, education activities, and the annual work plan.

• Commissioner Angerer's resignation
• Commission vacancy applications update
• Annual Work Plan development
• Bylaws updates

The Environment and Sustainability Commission amended its bylaws to reduce membership and change meeting frequency. The commission also approved its annual work plan and set the meeting schedule for 2024-2025.

• Approved amended agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Work Plan with amendment to move Dakota County Solid Waste speaker to April (4-0)
• Approved amended Bylaws reducing membership from 8 to 7 and changing meetings to every other month (4-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 meeting calendar (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss updates to the zoning code and code enforcement procedures. The session also includes updates on the 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Plan and staff reports.

• Zoning Code Update Discussion
• Code Enforcement Procedures
• 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Plan

The City Council held a work session to discuss a zoning code update and a proposed administrative citations program for code enforcement. Members also reviewed the 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Plan and received staff reports on city projects.

• Recessed work session at 6:48 p.m. (4-0)

City Council

The Council will review the 2024 Street Improvement Project during a public hearing. The agenda also includes awarding contracts for the Life Time facility and discussing a project change order.

• Public Improvement Hearing for 2024 Street Improvement Project (City Project 2024-01)
• Life Time Facility: Accept bids, award contracts, and discuss Change Order #3
• County Road 42 & Blaine Avenue Trunk Watermain project scope and bidding
• Amber Fields 13th Addition Final Plat
• Liquor License Amendment for Tops Tavern

The Rosemount City Council approved the 2024 Street Improvement Project (City Project 2024-01), authorizing final plans, specifications, and bidding. The council also approved a playground purchasing plan for 2024, awarded Life Time facility contracts to the lowest responsive bidders, and approved Life Time change order #3. All votes were 4-0, with Councilmember Theisen absent.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with items 6.g., 6.j., 6.k. pulled for discussion (4-0)
• Approved liquor license amendment for VaJa Properties LLC DBA Tops Tavern (4-0)
• Approved 2024 playground purchasing plan: traditional RFP for Camfield Park, single source for Talamore and Dunmore Parks (4-0)
• Awarded Life Time facility contracts to lowest responsive bidders for Millwork/Fixture Install, Interior Artificial Plants, Exterior Athletic P/T Slab, and Athletic Court Surfacing (4-0)
• Adopted resolution ordering 2024 Street Improvement Project, City Project 2024-01, and authorizing final plans and bidding (4-0)
• Approved Life Time facility change order #3 (4-0)
• Motion to reconvene to work session carried (4-0)

General

The City Council is holding a work session to develop the 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. The session includes departmental discussions regarding key initiatives for police, community development, parks and recreation, public works, and administrative services.

• Ideation of 2024-2029 Plan & Major Categories
• Departmental discussion of 2024-2025 Key Initiatives
• Confirmation of 2024-2029 Strategic Plan & Action Plan

The Rosemount City Council held a work session on January 25, 2024, to develop a 2024-2029 strategic plan. Council members and staff brainstormed headlines for four major categories: growing Rosemount, creating community connections, preserving hometown feel, and supporting a culture of high performance organization. Each city department discussed its 2024-2025 goals and initiatives, and City Administrator Martin recapped the plan. No formal approvals or policy decisions were made; the only vote was to approve the agenda (5-0). Quarterly check-ins are planned for 6/6, 9/5, and 12/5.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• No other substantive decisions; work session only

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review the minutes from the December 20, 2023, meeting and hear a department overview from the City Administrator. The agenda also includes a leadership lesson and a roundtable discussion.

• Approval of December 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Department Overview by the City Administrator

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review rezoning requests, preliminary and final plat approvals, and other development proposals for various projects in Rosemount.

• Maplewood Development's request for rezoning and major amendment to Amber Fields PUD agreement
• Independent School District 196's rezoning request for an elementary school site
• Spectro Alloys' variance request for a 70,000 sq ft addition at 13135 Doyle Path
• Maplewood Development's preliminary and final plat approval for Amber Fields 15th Addition creating 167 single-family lots
• Renewal of Danner Inc.'s Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permit

The commission recommended City Council approval for multiple residential expansions in Amber Fields and a 70,000 square foot addition for Spectro Alloys. A request for a new elementary school was continued pending a traffic study. The commission also recommended renewing a mineral extraction permit for Danner, Inc.

• Recommended rezoning and plat approval for Amber Fields 14th Addition (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Major Amendment to Amber Fields PUD Agreement (6-0)
• Continued ISD 196 elementary school public hearing to Feb 26, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved variance to reduce Courthouse Blvd setback from 75ft to 55ft for Spectro Alloys (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Spectro Alloys Third Addition preliminary plat and site plan (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Amber Fields 15th Addition Preliminary and Final Plats (6-0)
• Recommended renewal of Danner, Inc. Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permit for 2024 (6-0)
• Approved December 18, 2023 meeting minutes with one grammatical revision (5-0)

Parks and Natural Resources Commission

The commission will discuss the Central Park/Public Works Master Plan as unfinished business. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding access trails for the Flint Hills Athletic Complex/Trailhead Building.

• Central Park/Public Works Master Plan discussion
• Access Trails – Flint Hills Athletic Complex/Trailhead Building

The Rosemount Parks and Recreation Commission voted 7-0 to recommend the City enter into a Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with Dakota County for access trail projects at the Flint Hills Athletic Complex. The Commission also approved the minutes of its December 18, 2023 regular meeting, 7-0. Staff presented two concept plans for a combined Central Park and former Public Works Campus master plan; no decision was made on the concepts. The Director's report listed a Park Improvement Fund balance of $4,071,892.36 as of December 31, 2023.

• Approved December 18, 2023 regular meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City enter JPA with Dakota County for Flint Hills Complex access trail projects (7-0)
• Adjourned at 8:00 p.m. (motion by Bonkoski, second by Young)

General

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss personal profile presentations and reflect on the 2023 successes of the 5 Year Strategic Plan.

• Insights Discovery Personal Profile Presentation
• Reflection on the 5 Year Strategic Plan

The City Council met for a special session featuring a personal profile presentation and a review of the 5 Year Strategic Plan. No legislative actions or policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Port Authority

The Port Authority will review a spending plan TIF agreement for Willy McCoy's of Shakopee, LLC. The meeting also includes updates on the 2024 Expo and Community Development Block Grant allocations.

• Willy McCoy's of Shakopee, LLC Spending Plan TIF Agreement
• 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Allocation
• 2024 Expo Updates

The Rosemount Port Authority approved a tax increment financing (TIF) spending plan for Willy McCoy's of Shakopee, LLC, tied to a $500,000 business subsidy for site improvements on a planned 7,500 square foot restaurant. The board also recommended that the City Council approve the city's 2024 Community Development Block Grant application, allocating an estimated $50,026 to a Home Improvement Loan Program. Both votes were 6-0, with Commissioner Klimpel absent. The remaining agenda items were reports and updates with no decisions.

• Approved TIF Spending Plan for Willy McCoy's of Shakopee, LLC, subject to minor revisions by staff and the city attorney (6-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt a resolution approving the 2024 Community Development Block Grant application, allocating an estimated $50,026 to a Home Improvement Loan Program (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes of the November 21, 2023 regular meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Council will review several consent agenda items including solid waste licenses and mineral extraction permit renewals. A public improvement hearing is scheduled for the 2024 Street Improvement Project, and the Council will receive an update on the PD PW Campus Project.

• Public Improvement Hearing for 2024 Street Improvement Project (City Project 2024-01)
• Zoning amendment for horseshoe or looped driveways in RR-Rural Residential District
• Renewal of various Small Scale and Large Scale Mineral Extraction Permits
• Approval of Senior Police Records Specialist position and grade revision
• PD PW Campus Project update

The City Council approved several consent agenda items, including solid waste hauling licenses and a gambling application for the Rosemount Area Hockey Association. A public hearing regarding the 2024 Street Improvement Project was continued to February 6 due to a publication error.

• Approved licenses for firms to haul solid waste (4-0)
• Approved gambling application for Rosemount Area Hockey Association (4-0)
• Approved JPA with Dakota County for Rosemount Greenway acquisition and construction (4-0)
• Approved JPA with Dakota County for temporary traffic signal at Hwy 42 & Blaine Avenue (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permit for Bolander and Sons (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permits for Vesterra, LLC and Stonex, LLC (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permit for Shafer Contracting Co., Inc. (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Large Scale Mineral Extraction Permit for Dakota Aggregates (4-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to review goals updates and education activities. The commission will also focus on revising its structure and developing an annual work plan.

• Review of November 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Updates on commission goals
• Discussion of education and outreach activities
• Commission revisioning process
• Annual work plan development

The Commission approved the November 2023 meeting minutes and cancelled its scheduled March 12, 2024 meeting. Members discussed the development of an annual work plan and received updates on EV charging stations and stormwater management.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved November 14, 2023 meeting minutes with amendments (4-0)
• Cancelled the March 12, 2024 meeting (3-1)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss project updates and receive staff reports during this work session.

The Council held a work session to receive staff updates on local developments and police initiatives. No formal votes were taken on the items discussed.

• Agreed that staff will contact the Harmony Villas homeowner's association to discuss a development agreement
• Discussed a proposed police cadet program funded by a grant

City Council

The City Council will conduct a regular meeting including public comment and a consent agenda. The agenda includes administrative items such as appointing an acting mayor and approving various financial authorizations.

• Appointment of Acting Mayor
• Rich Valley East AUAR Order
• Approval of 60 Day Medical Leave of Absence for Firefighter
• Designation of Official Newspaper
• Annual Electronic Funds Transfer Authorization

The Rosemount City Council approved a consent agenda and a specific resolution to prepare an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) for the Rich Valley East development. This 333-acre site, located north of CSAH 42, is being studied for a potential data center. No public hearings or new business items were scheduled for this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda with item 6.d removed (4-0)
• Adopted resolution ordering AUAR preparation for Rich Valley East (4-0)
• Approved agenda (4-0)