Roseville public meetings in 2024

Police Civil Service Commission

The commission will meet to certify eligibility lists for entry-level, lateral, and commander positions. The body will also discuss updating rules and regulations regarding the commander title.

• Certification of Entry Level Eligibility List
• Certification of Lateral Eligibility List
• Certification of Commander Eligibility List
• Update to Rules and Regulations for new Commander Title

The Roseville Police Civil Service Commission approved updated rules and regulations changing the rank title from Lieutenant to Commander, effective January 1, 2025. It also certified the commander promotion list, lateral eligibility list, and officer hire list with new scores. All motions passed 2-0.

• Approved minutes of October 16, 2024, with date correction (2-0)
• Approved updated Rules and Regulations effective January 1, 2025 (2-0)
• Certified commander level promotion list (2-0)
• Certified lateral eligibility list (2-0)
• Certified officer hire list (2-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The commission will discuss the Long Range Equity Plan and review organizational departmental and commission structures. The body will also review SREAP definitions and approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• 2025 meeting schedule review and approval
• SREAP Definitions
• Organizational Departmental and Commission Review
• Long Range Equity Plan Review and Discussion

The Equity and Inclusion Commission approved its 2025 meeting schedule, moving February and August meetings to avoid conflicts with City Council meetings. The commission also discussed SREAP definitions, departmental roles, and the Long-Range Equity Plan, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule, moving February meeting to Feb 12 and August meeting to Aug 21 (unanimous)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Closed public comment with no comments received (unanimous)

General

The Ethics Commission is meeting to elect its officers and approve previous minutes. The body will also address annual ethics training scheduled for April 9, 2025.

• Election of officers
• Approval of December 12, 2023 minutes
• Annual Ethics Training scheduled for April 9, 2025

Variance Board

The Variance Board will meet to review a request from Hood Packaging. The board is considering whether to allow a roof height increase at a specific facility to accommodate new equipment.

• Public hearing for Hood Packaging variance to increase maximum roof height from 60 feet to 75 feet at 3015 Long Lake Road

The Variance Board approved a variance allowing Hood Packaging to increase the maximum building height from 60 to 75 feet at 3015 Long Lake Road, to install new processing equipment. The motion passed unanimously (3-0) via Resolution No. 170. The board also approved the agenda and the November 6, 2024 meeting minutes, both by 3-0 votes.

• Approved 15-foot building height variance for Hood Packaging at 3015 Long Lake Road (Resolution No. 170, 3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request from BFA, Inc. on behalf of Wal-Mart for a Conditional Use permit. The proposal includes site improvements and a new 2,500 square foot online pickup and delivery addition. The commission will also approve the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Public hearing for 2,500 square foot online pickup and delivery addition at 1960 Twin Lakes Parkway
• Conditional Use request for pre-existing building and parking lot improvements at 1960 Twin Lakes Parkway
• Approval of 2025 Variance Board & Planning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a conditional use request for a 2,500 square foot online pickup and delivery addition at 1960 Twin Lakes Parkway. The commission also approved its 2025 meeting calendar.

• Recommended approval of 2,500 sq ft Walmart pickup addition and parking lot improvements (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Variance Board & Planning Commission meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved November 6, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss its goals for 2025 and review an overview of Parks and Recreation Friends Groups. The meeting also includes departmental updates and public comment.

• Discussion of Commission Goals for 2025
• Overview of Parks and Recreation Friends Groups
• Departmental updates

The Commission approved the November 7, 2024, meeting minutes and discussed updates to the 2025 goals document. Staff provided an overview of the city's three Parks and Recreation Friends Groups and their financial contributions. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will vote on the final 2025 city budget, capital improvement plan, and tax levy. The body will also consider 2025 utility rates and fee schedules. Other business includes a temporary shelter license and police resource evaluations.

• Adoption of Final 2025 City Budget, CIP and Tax Levy for City and EDA
• Adoption of 2025 Utility Rates and 2025 Fee and Administrative Penalty Schedules
• Temporary overnight shelter license for Roseville Lutheran Church (1215 Roselawn Avenue)
• Agreement with The Axtell Group for evaluation of police resources and operational efficiency
• Public hearing for 2025 liquor license renewals for businesses with recent compliance failures

The Roseville City Council adopted the final 2025 city budget, capital improvement plan, and property tax levies, alongside a 2 percent reduction in 2025 storm drainage utility rates. The Council also approved a temporary overnight shelter license for Roseville Lutheran Church, authorized a police operations evaluation agreement with The Axtell Group, and issued alcohol compliance check penalties for several local businesses.

• Adopted final 2025 annual budget and 2024 capital improvement plan (4-1)
• Submitted final property tax levy and EDA special property tax levy for 2025 (5-0)
• Established 2025 utility rates with a 2% reduction in storm drainage fees (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1685 amending the 2025 fee and administrative penalty schedules (5-0)
• Approved a 4-week temporary overnight shelter business license for Roseville Lutheran Church from Jan. 1 to Feb. 29, 2025 (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with The Axtell Group for a comprehensive evaluation of police resources and operational efficiency (5-0)
• Approved 2024 alcohol compliance check penalties including fines and suspensions for Chu Chao Liquor, MGM Liquor, Kyoto, Parkway Pizza, Osaka, Par 365, and Cub Foods/Larpenteur (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1686 amending hotel licensing regulations (5-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will discuss the 2025 Public Works Work Plan. The body will also review the Less Mow May initiative and receive miscellaneous project updates.

• 2025 Public Works Work Plan
• Less Mow May
• Miscellaneous Project Updates
• 2025 PWET Commission Meeting Dates

The Commission approved the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule, both by 7-0 votes. Staff presented the 2025 Public Works work plan, which focuses on paving and significant projects. Commissioners discussed 'Less Mow May' strategies for pollinator protection and received updates on public safety coordination and electric vehicle readiness.

• Approved October 22, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved 2025 PWET Commission meeting dates (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:54 p.m. (7-0)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will receive a presentation of preliminary market study data from Stantec. The body will also adopt the 2025 REDA meeting calendar.

• Presentation of preliminary market study data from Stantec
• Adoption of 2025 REDA meeting calendar

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2025 budget, tax levy, and liquor license renewals. Members will also consider new regulations for adult-use cannabis and hemp, as well as updates to the Parks and Recreation Natural Resources Master Plan.

• Public hearing on 2025 Budget and Tax Levy
• Proposed ordinances for adult-use cannabis and hemp zoning and registration
• Code abatement requests for 2165 Victoria St N and 1775 Maple Lane
• Request by Clear Channel Outdoor to amend City Code regarding non-conforming billboards
• Labor agreement ratifications with IUOE 49 and Law Enforcement Labor Services Local 436

The City Council enacted three ordinances establishing zoning, business registration, and temporary event regulations for adult-use cannabis and hemp, and approved resolutions for their summary publications. The Council also approved the 2025 budget and tax levy public hearing (final decision deferred to Dec. 2), renewed 2025 liquor licenses, certified an unpaid water repair invoice with a two-year payment option, directed abatement at 2165 Victoria St. N., tabled a billboard ordinance request, adopted the Natural Resources Master Plan, and approved a wayfinding signage concept.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 1682 (cannabis/hemp zoning) (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1683 (temporary cannabis events) (4-1, Roe dissenting)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1684 (cannabis/hemp business registration) (4-1, Strahan dissenting)
• Approved 2025 liquor license renewals (5-0)
• Certified unpaid water repair invoice at 435 Judith Ave., payable over two annual installments (5-0)
• Directed abatement of code violations at 2165 Victoria St. N. (5-0)
• Tabled Clear Channel Outdoor billboard ordinance amendment (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 Natural Resources Management Master Plan (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The commission will hold conversations and reviews regarding the Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan and the Long Range Equity Plan. The body will also conduct an organizational review of departments and commissions.

• Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan review
• Long Range Equity Plan review and discussion
• Organizational Departmental and Commission Review

The Equity and Inclusion Commission met and discussed the Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan (SREAP) with staff, covering workforce diversification, hiring practices, and equity goals. No formal decisions were made; the commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and postponed two agenda items. The next meeting was tentatively scheduled for December.

• Approved October 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed Long-Range Equity Plan Review and Discussion
• Postponed Organizational Departmental and Commission Review
• Agreed to meet in December (no formal vote)

City Council

The City Council will meet to conduct the official canvass of the general election. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Canvass General Election

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will meet to adopt its 2025 meeting calendar and establish a work plan for the coming year. The commission will also discuss the roles and specializations of its members.

• Adoption of 2025 Meeting Calendar
• Establishment of 2025 Work Plan
• Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report
• Discussion on Commissioner roles and specialization

The Roseville Finance Commission approved the October 8, 2024 meeting minutes and adopted the 2025 meeting calendar, both unanimously. The commission discussed establishing a 2025 work plan, including adding a discussion on funding options for the license center (following a failed sales tax referendum) to the January 2025 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was discussion on commissioner roles and staff updates.

• Approved October 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Agreed to add license center funding discussion to January 2025 meeting (no formal vote)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss its workplan, goals, and projects for 2025. The body will also review a draft of the 2025 meeting calendar.

• 2025 Meeting Calendar Draft
• Commission Workplan and Goals for 2025
• 2025 Projects and Planning

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission approved the draft 2025 meeting calendar, with a possible park tour replacing a June or August meeting. The Commission updated its 2025 goals, marking Goal #2.a (Keya Park Development Project) as complete, and agreed to add bike racks and park infrastructure to the goals. Staff will present an updated goals document at the December 2024 meeting. The Commission also reviewed 2024 project outcomes and 2025-2026 planned projects, including Lexington Park playground and Rosebrook Park site plan.

• Approved 2025 meeting calendar (7-0)
• Approved October 1, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Marked Goal #2.a (Keya Park Development Project) as complete
• Agreed to add bike racks and park infrastructure to Commission Goals
• Agreed to keep Goals #1.a, #1.b, #1.c as priorities
• Agreed to remove Goal #4.c, keep Goals #4.a and #4.b
• Staff to update Goals document for December 2024 review

Variance Board

The Roseville Variance Board will meet to review meeting minutes and hold a public hearing on a request to allow a painted sign on the exterior facade at 1901 Highway 36 West.

• Review of August 7, 2024 minutes
• Public hearing for painted sign variance at 1901 Highway 36 West
• Request by Jami Olson of Centro Roseville

The Variance Board approved a variance request (PF24-014) from Centro Roseville to allow a painted sign on the exterior façade at 1901 Highway 36 West, despite the sign being installed without prior city knowledge. The approval was granted unanimously (3-0) via Resolution No. 169. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Variance Resolution No. 169 for a painted sign at 1901 Highway 36 West (3-0)
• Approved the August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding updates to the city code. Discussions include a request to allow digital billboard conversions and the incorporation of cannabis and hemp uses into city regulations.

• PF24-016: Request by Clear Channel Outdoor MSP to convert two billboards to digital LED displays
• Proposed change to digital display duration from 25 seconds to 8 seconds
• Proposed change to maximum daytime illumination from 5,000 nits to 6,500 nits
• Proposed ordinance amending Title 10 to incorporate cannabis and hemp uses

The Roseville Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of two zoning code amendments: one allowing Clear Channel Outdoor to convert two pre-existing non-conforming billboards to digital LED displays with modified display duration and brightness, and another incorporating cannabis and hemp uses into multiple city code chapters. Both items will go before the City Council on November 25, 2024. No public comments were made on either item.

• Recommended approval of Clear Channel Outdoor's billboard digital conversion and sign code amendments (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of cannabis and hemp use ordinance amending Title 10 chapters (7-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 2, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review proposed utility rates and administrative penalty schedules for 2025. Members will also discuss draft ordinances regarding adult-use cannabis regulations. The body is considering the adoption of the 2025 meeting calendars for the Council and Economic Development Authority.

• Review of 2025 Proposed Utility Rates
• Review of 2025 Fee and Administrative Penalty Schedules
• Discussion of adult-use cannabis regulation draft ordinances
• Agreement with J&M Display for June 28, 2025 Party in the Park fireworks
• Resolution requesting SCORE funding from Ramsey County

The City Council discussed the draft adult-use cannabis ordinance, focusing on buffer distances from schools, daycares, and treatment centers, and whether to add buffers between cannabis businesses. No formal action was taken on the ordinance; it remains under discussion. The Council also approved several routine items, including donations, unpaid utility charges, and the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Approved Resolution No. 12098 accepting Parks and Recreation donations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 12099 directing county auditor to levy unpaid utility charges (5-0)
• Approved 2025 City Council and EDA meeting calendar (5-0)
• Approved October 14 and October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $979,212.15 (5-0)
• Discussed 2025 fee and utility rate schedules; to be brought back December 2
• Discussed draft cannabis ordinance; no vote taken

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will meet to review proposed utility rates for 2025. The body will also discuss a streetlight update and an AARP Walk Audit.

• 2025 Proposed Utility Rates
• AARP Walk Audit
• Streetlight Updates

The Commission voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the 2025 proposed utility rates. The meeting also included a presentation on AARP Walk Audit results and a review of the streetlight policy.

• Approved September 24, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt 2025 proposed Utility Rates (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss draft ordinances regarding adult-use cannabis regulations and the Green To Go ordinance. Members will also address shopping cart accumulation at the County Road B and Snelling transit stop.

• Discussion of adult-use cannabis regulation draft ordinances
• Discussion of Green To Go ordinance
• Shopping cart accumulation at County Road B and Snelling Metro Transit stop
• Approval of general purchases exceeding $10,000
• Acceptance of DOJ and ICPOET grant awards

The Roseville City Council unanimously enacted Ordinance No. 1681, requiring food establishments to provide recyclable, compostable, or reusable packaging, and approved its publication summary. The council also discussed but did not vote on a draft adult-use cannabis ordinance, covering caps, buffers, and event rules, and discussed shopping cart accumulation at a Metro Transit stop without taking action.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 1681, Green to Go Packaging (5-0)
• Approved publication summary for Ordinance No. 1681 (5-0)
• Approved September 25 and October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 11, 2024 special meeting minutes as amended (4-0, Strahan abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $2,296,137.18 (5-0)

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and consider the Sergeant Eligibility List. The meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2024, at 3:30 PM in the Elm Room.

• Approval of meeting minutes from March 13, 2024, and September 27, 2024
• Approval of Sergeant Eligibility List

The Roseville Police Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from its August 14 and September 27 meetings and certified a sergeant promotional list containing six names, effective for one year. The commission also received updates on a staffing study and two new grants approved by the city council.

• Approved August 14, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Approved September 27, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Certified sergeant promotional list with six names (2-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will hold a meeting to approve prior minutes, conduct new commissioner orientation, and elect a chair and vice chair. The body will also review and discuss the Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan.

• Approval of September 19th meeting minutes
• New Commissioner Orientation
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review and Discussion of Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan

The Equity and Inclusion Commission approved the September 19, 2024, meeting minutes and elected Youth Commissioners Anica Barze as Chair and Gwen Goedken as Vice Chair. The commission also reviewed the Strategic Equity Action Plan, with further discussion planned for the next meeting. No public comment was received, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 19, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Anica Barze as Chair and Gwen Goedken as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Closed nominations for Chair and Vice Chair (unanimous)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority is meeting to discuss the replenishment of funds for housing loan programs. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Consideration of fund replenishment for housing loan programs

City Council

The City Council will receive several presentations from Ramsey County regarding housing, homelessness, and environmental services. Members will also discuss whether to solicit proposals for a comprehensive evaluation of police resources.

• Proposal for a Comprehensive Evaluation of Police Resources and Operational Efficiency
• Ramsey County presentation on Homelessness and Housing Stability
• Ramsey County presentation on Environmental Service Center and Food Scraps Program
• Ramsey County HRA Special Legislation presentation

The Roseville City Council received presentations from Ramsey County officials on county programs, including housing, homelessness, and environmental services, but took no action on those items. The council did approve a motion to solicit proposals for a comprehensive staffing assessment of the Police Department, with all members voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was procedural.

• Approved soliciting proposals for a comprehensive police staffing assessment (5-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review a utility rate study and proposed rates for 2025. The body will also receive updates on the 2025 preliminary budget and tax levy adopted by the Council.

• Review of 2025 proposed utility rates
• Update on Council adopted 2025 preliminary Budget & Tax Levy
• Commission Recommendations Tracking Report

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of multiple street easements and rights-of-way. Members will also review a utility rate study and proposals for 2024 recycling services and carts. The body is considering an ordinance to increase compensation for the Mayor and Council members.

• Ordinance to increase Mayor and City Council member compensation by $100 per month
• Public hearing on the vacation of multiple streets easements and rights-of-way
• Utility Rate Study presentation and discussion
• Review of 2024 Recycling Service Proposals and Recycling Cart Request for Quote responses
• Ordinance amending the 2024 City Fee Schedule to include hotel license fees

The Roseville City Council voted 5-0 to authorize staff to negotiate a five-year recycling contract with Proposer 4 using City-owned carts, after amending an original three-year motion. The council also unanimously approved four resolutions vacating alleys, easements, and street rights-of-way, agreed to purchase Toter EVRII recycling carts, and approved an ordinance raising Mayor and Council compensation by $100 per month. A utility rate study was presented and discussed, with staff to return in November and December with project details; no rate decision was made.

• Authorized staff to negotiate a 5-year recycling contract with Proposer 4 using City-owned carts (5-0), amended from an original 3-year term
• Approved Resolution No. 12093 vacating the alley in Shady Beach Plat (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 12094 vacating a portion of a town road easement/Rose Place in the T.M. Connor Plat (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 12095 vacating a portion of Lovell Avenue adjacent to 2334 Western Avenue N and 2339 Hand Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 12096 vacating a portion of Mackubin Street adjacent to 511 and 510 Ryan Avenue (5-0)
• Authorized staff to negotiate a final contract with Toter LLC to purchase Toter EVRII recycling carts (5-0); council concurred on in-mold label options 2 and 3
• Approved ordinance raising Mayor and Council member compensation by $100 per month (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $1,712,377.73, a temporary liquor license, a hotel license fee ordinance, and not waiving statutory liability limits for 2025 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to review a draft ordinance regarding the regulation of cannabis and hemp uses. The meeting also includes a public hearing and a review of previous minutes.

• Draft ordinance for cannabis and hemp use regulations
• Public hearing

The Planning Commission approved the agenda and the minutes from the September 4, 2024, meeting. Commissioners also discussed a draft ordinance regarding the regulation of cannabis and hemp businesses, but no formal action was taken on the ordinance.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved amended September 4, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve September meeting minutes, review a Natural Resources Management Plan update, and discuss a joint meeting debrief. The agenda also includes departmental updates and other communications.

• Approval of September 3, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Natural Resources Management Plan Update
• Joint Meeting Debrief
• Departmental Updates
• Other New or Relevant Communication Items

The Commission received a staff presentation on the Natural Resources Management Plan update, including field survey results, a vision statement, and next steps. No formal action was taken on the plan. The Commission also discussed the joint meeting with the City Council on a proposed community center and agreed to bring 3-5 goals from the SWOT analysis to the next meeting.

• Approved September 3, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Agreed to bring 3-5 SWOT analysis goals to next meeting for prioritization

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will meet to review and approve minutes from the August 14, 2024, meeting. The primary business item is the certification of the Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List.

• Certification of Lateral Police Officer Eligibility List

The Roseville Police Civil Service Commission met on September 27, 2024, and certified a lateral hire list presented by Chief Erika Scheider, with one new score added. Approval of the August 14, 2024 minutes was tabled because no copy was available for review. The meeting was brief and adjourned after the certification.

• Certified lateral hire list with one new score (2-0)
• Tabled approval of August 14, 2024 minutes

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will meet to review proposals for the 2024 Recycling RFP. The commission will also receive an update from Metro Transit.

• Discussion of 2024 Recycling RFP Proposals
• Metro Transit Update

The Roseville Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve a recycling contract with proposer 4, with a three-year term, expanded materials requirement, and city-owned carts including a composition study. The recommendation is pending a price increase compared to the proposer's bid. The commission also approved the August 27, 2024 meeting minutes and heard a Metro Transit update.

• Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve recycling contract with proposer 4, 3-year term, expanded materials, city-owned carts with composition study (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the preliminary 2025 budget and tax levy. Members will also review a rezoning request for residential development at the Roseville Covenant Church property. Other business includes utility charge certifications and water meter deposit refunds.

• Preliminary 2025 Tax Levy and Budget adoption
• Rezoning of Roseville Covenant Church property for low-to-medium density residential development (PF24-004)
• Contract award for Dale-Owasso Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project
• Application for Metropolitan Council Livable Communities affordable homeownership funds
• Certification of unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll

The City Council approved the preliminary 2025 property tax levy and budget, increasing both to fund a part-time HR Manager, a Tubman contribution, and a council salary raise. The council also approved the subdivision and rezoning of the Roseville Covenant Church property for residential development. Several other resolutions were passed, including refunding water meter deposits and certifying unpaid utility charges.

• Adopted preliminary 2025 tax levy (Resolution 12088) with $79,000 increase (4-1)
• Adopted preliminary 2025 budget (Resolution 12089) with $99,000 increase (4-1)
• Approved rezoning and preliminary plat for Roseville Covenant Church property at 2865 Hamline Ave (5-0)
• Added $73,000 for six-month HR Manager position (4-1)
• Added $20,000 for Tubman support using non-levy funds (5-0)
• Raised levy by $6,000 for council salary increase (5-0)
• Approved $1.446M transfer from sanitary sewer fund to refund water meter deposits (5-0)
• Certified unpaid utility charges to property tax roll (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The commission will administer the oath of office to new commissioners. The meeting also includes an overview of equity and inclusion work.

• Oath of office for new commissioners
• Overview of Equity and Inclusion work

The Equity and Inclusion Commission met on September 18, 2024, and administered the Oath of Office to new commissioners. The commission received an overview of equity and inclusion work, discussed goals, and set the next meeting for October 16, 2024. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Administered Oath of Office to new commissioners
• Scheduled next meeting for October 16, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
• Noted Chair and Vice Chair election to occur at next meeting

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority is meeting to review a preliminary budget and a tax levy request for 2025. The body will also consider a professional services agreement for a housing needs assessment.

• Professional Services Agreement with Stantec for a Housing Needs Assessment
• Resolution requesting a preliminary tax levy collectible in 2025

City Council

The City Council will receive recommendations from the Finance Commission regarding the 2025 City Manager budget, tax levy, and the 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The meeting also includes a joint session with the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Finance Commission recommendations on 2025 City Manager budget and tax levy
• 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) recommendations
• Approval of 1 Temporary Liquor License
• Possible appointment to the Equity and Inclusion Commission
• Joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission

The City Council unanimously approved naming the new park at 2381 County Road B 'Sunset Park' and approved a temporary liquor license for Roseville Lutheran Church. A motion to add a fifth member to the Equity and Inclusion Commission failed on a 2-3 vote, and the Council instead adjusted the appointment schedule. The Council also received presentations from the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Finance Commission on the 2025 budget and tax levy.

• Approved naming new park at 2381 County Road B 'Sunset Park' (5-0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Roseville Lutheran Church (5-0)
• Denied adding Michelle Doyal as fifth member to Equity and Inclusion Commission (2-3)
• Approved moving Mr. Chan's term on Equity and Inclusion Commission from two to three years (4-0-1)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will meet to establish recommendations for the 2025 Budget & Tax Levy and the 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The body will also hold a discussion regarding Fiscal Disparities.

• Recommendation on the 2025 Budget & Tax Levy
• Recommendation on the 2025-2044 CIP
• Fiscal Disparities discussion
• Commission Recommendations Tracking Report

The Finance Commission unanimously recommended the City Council approve the 2025 budget as presented. They also rescinded a prior recommendation for staff to calculate a staff vacancy/turnover recovery factor. The meeting included discussion of the 2025 tax levy and 2025-2044 CIP, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended City Council approve 2025 budget as presented (unanimous)
• Rescinded Finance Department staff calculating staff vacancy/turnover recovery factor

City Council

The Roseville City Council will discuss decisions regarding cannabis regulations and consider appointments to the Equity and Inclusion Commission. The body will also approve minutes, payments, and renewals for short-term rental licenses and labor agreements.

• Discuss Cannabis Regulatory Decisions
• Appointments to Equity and Inclusion Commission
• Approve City Council Appointment to Ramsey County Climate Action Workgroup
• Approve Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services Local 478
• Approve Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services Local 431

The City Council discussed and set initial direction for a future cannabis ordinance, agreeing to limit retail cannabis businesses to three, set operating hours, and require buffers near schools, daycares, treatment facilities, and parks. The Council also appointed five members and two youth members to the Equity and Inclusion Commission, and approved the consent agenda including payments and labor agreements.

• Agreed to limit cannabis retail businesses to three (unanimous)
• Set cannabis business hours: 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon-Sat, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun (unanimous)
• Directed staff to propose temporary cannabis event regulations (unanimous)
• Appointed 5 members to Equity and Inclusion Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed 2 youth commissioners to Equity and Inclusion Commission (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,012,505.44 in payments (unanimous)
• Approved labor agreements with Law Enforcement Labor Services Locals 478 and 431 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Aug 19 and Aug 21 meetings (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to subdivide and rezone a parcel at the Roseville Covenant Church for low- to medium-density residential use. The body will also receive a presentation on a local sales tax referendum and discuss cannabis regulatory decisions.

• Public hearing on subdividing and rezoning a parcel from the west end of Roseville Covenant Church (PF24-004)
• Presentation regarding local sales tax ballot referendum
• Discussion on cannabis regulatory decisions for a future draft ordinance

The Roseville Planning Commission voted 5-1 to recommend that the City Council approve a request from Roseville Covenant Church to subdivide a portion of its property, re-guide it from Institutional to Low-Density Residential in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and rezone it from Institutional to Low-to-Medium Density Residential. The commission also recommended approval of the plat creating a developable lot, with conditions including a $8,500 cash-in-lieu-of-parkland fee and additional fees for dwelling units beyond the first two. The recommendation will go to the City Council on September 23, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan amendment re-guiding western 120 feet of church property to Low-Density Residential (5-1)
• Recommended approval of zoning map amendment rezoning western 120 feet to Low-to-Medium Density Residential (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Roseville Covenant Church 2nd Addition Plat with conditions, including $8,500 parkland fee (5-1)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the Invest in Roseville: Public Services Building Plan proposal. The body will also receive an update on the Annual Deer Management Program and prepare for a joint meeting with the City Council.

• Invest in Roseville: Public Services Building Plan Proposal review
• Annual Deer Management Program update
• Preparation for September 16, 2024 joint meeting with City Council

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to recommend that staff request 40 deer removal tags for the upcoming management season, using real-time data and budget to guide actual removals. The commission also reviewed the Invest in Roseville public services building plan, which will be on the November 5 ballot as a half-cent sales tax referendum, and discussed parkland acquisition strategies for an upcoming joint meeting with the City Council.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2024 meeting (5-0, 4 abstentions)
• Recommended staff request 40 deer removal tags for 2024-25 season (9-0)
• Agreed to add parkland acquisition amendment to joint meeting discussion topics
• Chair Matts-Benson and Vice-Chair Beckman to lead joint meeting discussion

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will meet to discuss the Public Works Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also receive an update regarding Lead Free Roseville.

• Public Works Capital Improvement Plan
• Lead Free Roseville Update

The Roseville Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission approved the July 23, 2024 meeting minutes and received updates on the Public Works Capital Improvement Plan, the proposed City Manager budget, and the Lead-Free Roseville program. The meeting concluded with an adjournment at approximately 8:14 p.m.

• Approved July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 8:14 p.m. (5-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission is reviewing the City Manager's recommended budget and tax levy for 2025. Members will also discuss fiscal disparities and the draft 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan.

• 2025 City Manager Recommended Budget and Tax Levy
• Draft 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan
• Fiscal Disparities discussion
• Commission Recommendations Tracking Report

The Roseville Finance Commission met on August 22, 2024, but took no formal votes. They reviewed the 2025 City Manager Recommended Budget and Tax Levy, discussed the draft 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan, and deferred approval of meeting minutes due to lack of quorum. The fiscal disparities discussion was postponed to September.

• Deferred approval of meeting minutes due to lack of quorum
• Reviewed 2025 City Manager Recommended Budget and Tax Levy (no action)
• Continued review of draft 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan (no action)
• Deferred fiscal disparities discussion to September meeting
• Adjourned meeting at 8:12 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Roseville City Council will convene to approve the agenda, conduct roll call, and review minutes from a previous session. The meeting includes a public comment period and a consent agenda for business items.

• Approval of City Council Minutes
• Public Comment
• Consent Agenda
• Council Direction on Agenda Items
• Commission Interviews

The City Council held a special meeting solely to interview nine candidates for the Equity and Inclusion Commission. No appointments or other decisions were made during the meeting. The meeting adjourned after the interviews.

• Interviewed 9 candidates for Equity and Inclusion Commission (no vote taken)

City Council

The City Council will review the 2025 City Manager Recommended Budget and Tax Levy. The body is also considering a professional services agreement for strategic planning and the vacation of excess right-of-way for South McCarrons Boulevard.

• 2025 City Manager Recommended Budget and Tax Levy
• Professional Services Agreement with INspiring SIGHT for Strategic Planning Services
• Vacation process for excess right-of-way for South McCarrons Boulevard
• Conditional Use resolution for outdoor storage and fleet vehicles at 2277 Highway 36
• Agreement with Reach for Resources for 2025 inclusion services

The Roseville City Council received an update on the Green to Go ordinance and directed staff to return with a draft ordinance before the end of the year, including an education plan. The Council also authorized staff to begin the vacation process for excess right-of-way on South McCarrons Boulevard and approved a professional services agreement with INspiring SIGHT for strategic planning at a cost not to exceed $33,175. The 2025 City Manager Recommended Budget and Tax Levy was received for discussion, with no formal action taken.

• Directed staff to bring back a Green to Go ordinance before end of year (unanimous)
• Authorized vacation process for excess right-of-way on South McCarrons Blvd (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with INspiring SIGHT, not to exceed $33,175 (5-0)
• Approved July 22, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (4-0, Roe abstained)
• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $3,157,032.30 (5-0)

General

The Roseville City Council will convene to conduct the official canvass of the Primary Election results. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, August 16, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

• Canvass Primary Election results
• Roll Call and seating order established

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will meet to certify the Police Officer Entry Level Eligibility List. The body will also review and approve minutes from the March 13, 2024 meeting.

• Certification of Police Officer Entry Level Eligibility List
• Approval of March 13, 2024 meeting minutes

The Roseville Police Civil Service Commission met on August 14, 2024, and approved the minutes from the March 13, 2024 meeting. The commission certified the Police Officer Entry Level Eligibility list with three new scores, as presented by Chief Erika Scheider. The meeting adjourned at 4:17pm.

• Approved minutes of March 13, 2024 meeting (2-0)
• Certified Police Officer Entry Level Eligibility list with three new scores (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to provide a park dedication recommendation for a specific property. The body will also prepare for a joint meeting with the City Council scheduled for September 16, 2024.

• Park dedication recommendation for 2865 N. Hamline Ave.

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council accept $4,250 cash-in-lieu of land to satisfy the Park Dedication requirement for a proposed subdivision at 2865 N. Hamline Ave. The commission also discussed topics for a joint meeting with the City Council on September 16, 2024, and received departmental updates on summer programs, tree planting, and park projects. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 4, 2024 meeting (5-0, Raygor abstained)
• Recommended cash-in-lieu of land ($4,250) for Park Dedication at 2865 N. Hamline Ave. (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for fleet vehicle storage. The body will also receive the results of the 2024 Community Survey.

• Public hearing for Northwest Transportation Services, LLC regarding overnight outdoor fleet vehicle storage at 2277 Highway 36
• Receipt of 2024 Community Survey Results

The Roseville Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend City Council approval of a conditional use permit for Roseville West at 2277 Highway 36, allowing outdoor storage of fleet vehicles in designated parking areas. The commission also approved the agenda and June 5, 2024 minutes, and received the 2024 Community Survey results.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Roseville West at 2277 Highway 36 for outdoor fleet vehicle storage (7-0)

Variance Board

The Roseville Variance Board will convene to review minutes and conduct a public hearing on a request to allow a 10-foot-tall security fence at 1914 County Road C.

• Public Hearing: Amarok Ultimate Perimeter Security, LLC on behalf of Caliber Collision
• Variance Request: 10-foot-tall, non-pulsed, monitored security system (fence) at 1914 County Road C
• Review of May 1, 2024 Minutes

The Roseville Variance Board approved a variance request by Amarok Ultimate Perimeter Security, LLC on behalf of Caliber Collision for a 10-foot-tall, non-pulsed, monitored security fence at 1914 County Road C. The motion to adopt Resolution No. 168 passed unanimously (3-0). The board also approved the agenda and the May 1, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved variance for 10-foot security fence at 1914 County Road C (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved May 1, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a strategic planning proposal from Inspiring Sight and consultant deliverables regarding a Fire Department staffing study. The body will also vote on a series of consent items, including liquor licenses and a school resource officers agreement.

• Proposal from Inspiring Sight for Strategic Planning
• Fire Department Staffing Study consultant deliverables
• Approval of 3 Temporary Liquor Licenses
• Roseville Area Schools Resource Officers Agreement for 2024-2025
• General purchases exceeding $10,000

The Roseville City Council voted 5-0 to accept a proposal from Inspiring Sight for strategic planning services. The council discussed but took no formal action on a proposed $80,000 fire department staffing study, with several members expressing skepticism about the cost and suggesting the work be done in-house. The council also approved the consent agenda, including payments totaling $1,234,043.08, and approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Accepted Inspiring Sight proposal for strategic planning (5-0)
• Approved July 8, 2024 City Council meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 15, 2024 EDA and City Council meeting minutes (4-0, Mayor Roe abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and payments (5-0)
• Approved payments totaling $1,234,043.08
• Approved 3 temporary liquor licenses
• Approved Roseville Area Schools Resource Officers Agreement for 2024-2025
• Accepted Tareen Dermatology donation to Fire Department

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will receive updates on the Green To Go program and a sustainability intern project. The body will also review the City Council joint meeting to update its work plan.

• Green To Go update
• Sustainability Intern Project update
• City Council Joint Meeting Review to update work plan

The Roseville Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission approved the June 25, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The main discussion was on the Green To Go program, including a proposed ordinance to be brought to the City Council in August or September. No formal decisions were made on the ordinance; it remains in discussion. The commission also heard updates on sustainability intern projects and future agenda items.

• Approved June 25, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Discussed Green To Go ordinance, no action taken
• Heard update on sustainability intern projects
• Reviewed City Council joint meeting and work plan

City Council

The City Council will discuss sales tax referendum ballot questions and review recycling cart and recycling RFP responses. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license transfer and consider code abatement requests for two properties.

• Public hearing for Off Sale Liquor License transfer for Spirits and More, LLC (dba MGM Wine & Spirits)
• Code abatement requests for 182 McCarrons Blvd S and 1780 Centennial Dr
• Approval of Sales Tax Referendum Ballot Questions
• Short-Term Rental License for 658 Belmont Ln
• Grant application for 2024-2025 Crisis Response Grant Funds through the Minnesota Office of Justice

The City Council approved the ballot language for a one-half of one percent sales and use tax for a public works and parks operations facility and a license and passport center. The council also approved abatement orders for two properties with nuisance violations, authorized a recycling cart purchase contract, and approved a recycling RFP. A massage establishment license application was withdrawn and removed from the agenda.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12078 approving sales tax referendum ballot language (4-0)
• Approved abatement of nuisance violations at 182 McCarrons Blvd S (4-0)
• Approved abatement of nuisance violations at 1780 Centennial Dr (4-0)
• Approved liquor license transfer for MGM Wine & Spirits (4-0)
• Approved recycling cart quotes and authorized contract negotiation with Toter, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized release of 2024 Recycling RFP with adjustments (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,512,518.48 in payments (4-0)
• Removed massage establishment license item for Broomall JAB LLC after withdrawal

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will consider a resolution regarding TIF notes for Roseville Leased Housing Associates I, LLLP (Oasis). Members will also discuss proposals for a Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment and the preliminary 2025 budget and levy.

• Resolution for amendment and restated collateral assignment of TIF notes for Roseville Leased Housing Associates I, LLLP (Oasis)
• Proposals for a Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment
• Discussion of the budget and preliminary levy collectible in 2025

The Roseville Economic Development Authority approved REDA Resolution No. 123, a first amendment to a private redevelopment contract tied to TIF notes for Roseville Leased Housing Associates I, LLP (Oasis), on a 4-0 vote. The board also discussed proposals for a comprehensive housing needs assessment, comparing Stantec and Wilder, but took no recorded action. Budget and 2025 preliminary levy collectibles were discussed, with members expressing interest in a zero levy, but no decision was recorded.

• Approved REDA Resolution No. 123, first amendment to contract for private redevelopment (Oasis TIF notes) (4-0)
• Approved the agenda as presented (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 6:34 p.m. (4-0)
• No action recorded on the comprehensive housing needs assessment proposals (Stantec vs. Wilder)
• No action recorded on the 2025 budget and preliminary levy discussion

City Council

The Roseville City Council will convene to approve the agenda, receive an organizational equity update, and review the Preliminary 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes a review of ballot questions regarding a sales tax referendum. The council will also approve consent agenda items and minutes from a prior meeting.

• Receive organizational equity update
• Receive Preliminary 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan
• Review Sales Tax Referendum Ballot Questions
• Approve Consent Agenda
• Approve City Council Minutes

The City Council received updates on organizational equity and the preliminary 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan. Members also discussed and provided direction on the wording for upcoming sales tax referendum ballot questions.

• Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Received Organizational Equity Update from city staff
• Received Preliminary 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan
• Directed removal of 'No' language from sales tax referendum option two
• Directed removal of the word 'new' from the public works and parks operations facility ballot question
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

Finance Commission

The commission will receive an update on the Civic Campus Master Plan and a recommendation tracking report. Members will also review the draft 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Civic Campus Master Plan Update
• Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report
• Review of draft 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan

The Commission approved the June 13, 2024, meeting minutes. Members received updates on the Civic Campus Master Plan and reviewed the draft 2025-2044 Capital Improvement Plan, with further discussion on budget alternatives scheduled for next month.

• Approved June 13, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an interim ordinance for a study and a moratorium on the operation of cannabis businesses. The agenda also includes approving a Clean Water Fund Grant Agreement with the Metropolitan Council.

• Interim ordinance for a cannabis business study and moratorium
• Clean Water Fund Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council
• Short-term rental license renewal for 257 South McCarrons Blvd W
• Approval of general purchases exceeding $10,000

The Roseville City Council unanimously enacted Interim Ordinance No. 1677, imposing a moratorium on cannabis business operations while the city studies land-use regulations. The ordinance takes effect upon passage and publication and expires January 1, 2025. The council also approved Resolution No. 12077 for publication of the ordinance summary, approved amended June 3 and June 17 meeting minutes, and approved the consent agenda including payments totaling $4,005,709.92.

• Enacted Interim Ordinance No. 1677 imposing moratorium on cannabis businesses, expiring Jan 1, 2025 (5-0, super majority)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12077 approving publication of ordinance summary (5-0)
• Approved June 3 and June 17, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $4,005,709.92 (5-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Proclaimed July 8, 2024 as Golden K Kiwanis Peanut Campaign Kickoff (5-0)
• Adjourned at approximately 6:33 p.m. (5-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The commission will review updates to the Civic Campus Master Plan and the Bike Plan. Members will also review Public Works items from the 2024 Community Survey and prepare for a joint meeting with City Council.

• Civic Campus Project Update
• Bike Plan Update
• 2024 Community Survey – Public Works Item Review
• Preparation for PWETC / City Council Joint Meeting

The Roseville Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission approved its previous meeting minutes and received updates on the Civic Campus Master Plan, the city bike plan, and public works survey results. Commissioners also discussed topics for an upcoming joint meeting with the City Council and planned future meeting agendas.

• Approved May 28, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting to the St. Paul Regional Water Plant Tour on July 1, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The Council will review 2025 property tax base changes and discuss upcoming budget goals. A public hearing is scheduled regarding an on-sale liquor license for Centro Roseville, LLC. The meeting also includes discussions on recycling cart quotes and various administrative approvals.

• Public hearing for Centro Roseville, LLC liquor license at 1901 W Highway 36
• Review of 2025 property tax base changes and budget goals
• Agreement with Flagship Recreation for Lexington Park Playground installation
• Escrow agreement regarding uninstalled EV equipment at Rosedale Center
• Penalty consideration for a liquor license violation at Shake Shack

The Board of Adjustments and Appeals denied an appeal to keep a fence at 257 S. McCarrons Blvd, upholding an order for its removal. The Council also issued a 60-day liquor license suspension to Shake Shack for selling alcohol during a previous suspension. Additionally, a new liquor license was approved for Centro Roseville, LLC.

• Denied appeal to revoke fence removal order at 257 S. McCarrons Blvd (5-0)
• Approved on-sale liquor license for Centro Roseville, LLC (5-0)
• Imposed 60-day liquor license suspension for Shake Shack (5-0)
• Declared Equity and Inclusion Commission vacancies: three ending 2028, two ending 2027, and two ending 2026 (5-0)
• Scheduled July 8 public hearing for Winway YH LLC massage therapy renewal and extended current license (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Flagship Recreation for Lexington Park Playground installation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12075 prohibiting parking on County Road B2 by Central Park Elementary (5-0)
• Approved $1,704,613.29 in payments (5-0)

Finance Commission

The Roseville Finance Commission will review a recommendation tracking report and continue discussions regarding a joint meeting with City Council. The commission will also discuss recommendations for refunding water meter deposits.

• Discussion of water meter deposit refunds
• Continued discussion on Joint meeting with City Council
• Review of Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report

The Finance Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council allow the Finance Department to invest eligible long-term capital funds into equities managed by the State Investment Board. The Commission also unanimously recommended transferring money from the sanitary sewer fund to the water fund to refund water meter deposits to residents in late 2024. Additionally, the Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed topics for an upcoming joint meeting with the City Council.

• Approved May 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council allow investing long-term capital funds in equities via State Investment Board (unanimous)
• Recommended transferring funds from sanitary sewer fund to water fund for meter deposit refunds (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

HRIEC Commission

The Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission will hold a discussion regarding next steps for the commission. The meeting also includes receiving public comment and approving minutes from March 20, 2024.

• Discussion of next steps for the commission
• Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for a conditional use request regarding fleet vehicle storage at 2277 Highway 36. The commission will also discuss engagement strategies for the Comprehensive Plan.

• Conditional Use request by Northwest Transportation Services, LLC for outdoor fleet vehicle storage at 2277 Highway 36
• Discussion on Comprehensive Plan engagement strategies

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to table a conditional use request from Northwest Transportation Services, LLC for outdoor storage of fleet vehicles at 2277 Highway 36 until its August 7, 2024 meeting, at the applicant's request. The Commission also voted 6-0 to table discussion of Comprehensive Plan engagement strategies until the second quarter of 2025. Both the April 3, 2024 meeting minutes and the agenda were approved 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Tabled conditional use request for outdoor fleet vehicle storage at 2277 Highway 36 to August 7, 2024 (6-0)
• Tabled discussion of Comprehensive Plan engagement strategies to second quarter of 2025 (6-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved the April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:50 p.m. (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss naming options for a new park located at 2381 County Road B. The commission will also discuss the possibility of conducting a Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment.

• Naming options for the new park at 2381 County Road B
• Possible Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment

The Commission unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes and recommended naming the new park at 2381 County Road B 'Sunset Park' to the City Council. Staff presented data from a 2024 community survey and discussed the potential for a new Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment, which has not yet been budgeted. The meeting also included updates on upcoming events and departmental activities.

• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Recommended 'Sunset Park' name for park at 2381 County Road B to City Council (8-0)
• Discussed potential Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment (no vote taken)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a plat and subdivision variance and the vacation of multiple street easements. Members will also review a 2024 community survey and consider an ordinance to establish an Equity and Inclusion Commission.

• Public hearing for plat and subdivision variance PF24-007
• Public hearing on resolutions to vacate multiple street easements and rights-of-way
• Proposed ordinance establishing an Equity and Inclusion Commission
• Premise permit for Minnesota Fastpitch Academy Foundation at 1721 County Rd C West
• Grant application for U.S. Department of Justice law enforcement accreditation funding

The City Council unanimously approved the vacation of certain alleys and rights-of-way, transferring ownership to adjacent property owners while retaining utility easements. The Council also enacted an ordinance establishing an Equity and Inclusion Commission, replacing the previous Human Rights Commission. Additionally, the Council approved a preliminary plat for 'Joevia Place' and proclaimed June 19 as Juneteenth.

• Approved vacation of Millwood Avenue portion (5-0)
• Approved vacation of Tschida’s Plat and Weide’s Midway Addition alleys (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1676 establishing Equity and Inclusion Commission (5-0)
• Approved 'Joevia Place' Preliminary Plat and Subdivision Variance PF24-007 (5-0)
• Proclaimed June 19, 2024, as Juneteenth (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $316,779.48 in payments (5-0)
• Approved May 6 and May 13 meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will discuss flood analysis for the Trout Brook Interceptor. The meeting also includes the annual MS4 Stormwater public meeting and a forestry update regarding Emerald Ash Borer (EAB).

• Trout Brook Interceptor Flood Analysis
• Annual MS4 Stormwater Public Meeting
• Forestry/EAB Update

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 23, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff presentations on flood analysis, stormwater pollution, and forestry updates with no further formal actions taken.

• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a fire department staffing review and consider a code abatement for 3119 Mildred Drive. The body will also review a utility easement vacation at 571 Roselawn Avenue.

• Fire Department Staffing Review
• Abatement request for code violations at 3119 Mildred Drive
• Vacation of a utility easement at 571 Roselawn Avenue
• Professional Services Agreement for Water Meter Vault Project
• Amended assessment agreements with Roseville Leased Housing Associates I and II, LLLP

The Roseville City Council met on May 20, 2024, and approved several items on unanimous votes. The council directed staff to abate public nuisance violations at 3119 Mildred Drive by having a towing company remove unlicensed and/or inoperable vehicles. It adopted Resolution No. 12068 vacating a utility easement at 571 Roselawn Avenue, and approved the consent agenda including payments totaling $1,630,945.78. The council also received a Fire Department staffing presentation and discussed a possible staffing study, but took no formal action on it; a water meter vault agreement was removed from the agenda and postponed to June 3.

• Approved agenda as amended, removing Item 10d (water meter vault agreement) to June 3 (5-0)
• Proclaimed June 2024 LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed June 7, 2024, and June 2024 National Gun Violence Awareness Day and Month (5-0)
• Directed staff to abate nuisance at 3119 Mildred Drive by towing unlicensed/inoperable vehicles (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12068 vacating a utility easement at 571 Roselawn Avenue (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including claims and payments totaling $1,630,945.78 (5-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for City Manager performance review (5-0)
• Reconvened open session and adjourned at approximately 9:01 p.m. (5-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will meet to review the 2023 Annual Financial Report audit. Members will also discuss topics for a joint meeting with the City Council and review a tracking report.

• Audit presentation of the 2023 Annual Financial Report
• Finance Commission Tracking Report
• Planning for joint meeting with City Council

The Finance Commission approved the minutes from the April 9, 2024, meeting. The commission received a presentation on the 2023 annual financial report and discussed potential topics for a joint meeting with the City Council.

• Approved April 9, 2024, meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will discuss amendments to private redevelopment contracts for two housing projects. The body will also consider an energy audit agreement and a housing needs assessment study.

• Professional Services Agreement with Center for Energy and Environment for energy audit services
• Contract amendments for Roseville Leased Housing Associates I (Oasis) and II (Harbor) LLLP
• Consent to New Collateral Assignment of the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Note and Tax Increment
• Proposals for a Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment/Market Study

The Roseville Economic Development Authority authorized a professional services agreement for energy audit services. The board also approved contract amendments for two private redevelopment projects and directed staff to update the city's housing needs assessment.

• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Center for Energy and Environment for energy audit services (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 122 amending Contract for Private Redevelopment with Roseville Leased Housing Associates I, LLP (Oasis) (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 121 amending Contract for Private Redevelopment with Roseville Leased Housing Associates II, LLLP (Harbor) and Consent to New Collateral Assignment of the TIF Note and Tax Increment (5-0)
• Directed staff to initiate an update to the 2018 Housing Needs Assessment

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the role of the Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission. Members will also discuss approaches to mitigate impacts regarding the potential loss of Veterans Park.

• Discussion on purpose and scope of Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission
• Discussion on potential loss of Veterans Park

The City Council agreed to maintain the commission structure for the Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission while updating its scope, duties, and functions to be more internally focused. The group will follow standard commission protocols, including three-year terms and public interviews. A new group is expected to start in September.

• Approved maintaining the commission structure for the HRIEC (consensus)
• Approved three-year terms for commission members (consensus)
• Decided to update HRIEC scope and duties to focus on internal city policies and procedures (consensus)
• Approved following standard commission protocols for applications, interviews, and public meetings (consensus)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss a park dedication recommendation and naming options for a new park. The body will also receive an update on a Request for Proposal for management software.

• Park dedication recommendation for 210 County Road B2
• Park name options for new park at 2381 County Road B
• Parks and Recreation Management Software Request for Proposal update

The Commission recommended that the City Council accept a cash payment in lieu of land for a proposed subdivision. Members also discussed updating the city's recreation management software and narrowed down naming options for a new park.

• Approved April 2, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-2)
• Recommended $8,500 cash in lieu of land for Park Dedication at 210 County Road B2 (10-0-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the certification of unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll. Members will also review the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and consider penalty approvals for five businesses following alcohol compliance checks.

• Public hearing on certifying unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll
• Rosedale Center Commercial Police Officer Agreement for 2024-2027
• Alcohol compliance check penalty approvals for Red Lobster, Portillos, Shake Shack, La Tapatia, and Bonchon
• Kids in Need Foundation State Bonding Request discussion
• Revised pathway easement agreement for 1415 County Road B West

The City Council approved a partnership with Rosedale Center for dedicated police officers and supported a state bonding request for the Kids in Need Foundation. The Council also issued several alcohol compliance penalties and approved the 2023 annual financial reports.

• Supported state bonding funds for Kids in Need Foundation headquarters (4-1)
• Authorized 3-year police partnership with Rosedale Center (5-0)
• Approved 2024 budget amendment for Rosedale Center agreement (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 fine and 15-day suspension for Red Lobster (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 fine and 5-day suspension for Portillos and Shake Shack (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 fine and 1-day suspension for La Tapatia and Bonchon (5-0)
• Accepted 2023 Annual Finance Reports (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 12066 to levy unpaid utility charges to property tax roll (5-0)

Variance Board

The Variance Board will meet to review a request for a residential property variance. The board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed garage extension.

• Public hearing for a 10-foot garage extension (Planning File 24-008) to allow doors 11 feet in front of the dwelling and a 1.5-foot front yard setback encroachment

The Variance Board approved a request for a 10-foot garage extension at 1949 Simpson Street. The approved variance allows overhead garage doors to be 11 feet in front of the dwelling and a 1.5-foot encroachment into the front yard setback.

• Approved Variance Board Resolution No. 167 for garage addition at 1949 Simpson Street (3-0)
• Approved May 1, 2024 agenda (3-0)
• Approved April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Commission will review the 2024 Eureka Recycling Annual Update and a presentation on the County Road C 4:3 Conversion Project. The meeting also includes an award for the Ramsey County Ditch 4 Construction Soils Study.

• 2024 Eureka Recycling Annual Update
• Ramsey County Ditch 4 Construction Soils Study Award
• Bike Plan Update
• County Road C 4:3 Conversion Project Presentation

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 26, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of staff updates on recycling, soil studies, the city bike plan, and a road conversion project.

• Approved March 26, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss strategic planning proposals and receive an update from MnDOT regarding the Hwy 36 Transportation Study. The body is also considering a code violation abatement and smoke-free housing strategies.

• Abatement request for unresolved City Code violations at 3119 Mildred Drive
• MnDOT update on the Hwy 36 Transportation Study
• Approval of Community Aspirations and authorization for strategic planning proposals
• Ordinance transferring Comprehensive Plan procedures to Title 10, Chapter 1024
• Acceptance of State of Minnesota Pathways to Policing and ICPOET grant awards

The City Council formally adopted community aspirations from the Envision Roseville process to guide future strategic planning. The council also approved several May proclamations and a consent agenda including $1.65M in payments. Discussions regarding a Hwy 36 transportation study and a Kids in Need Foundation partnership were held without final action.

• Adopted Community Aspirations from Envision Roseville process (5-0)
• Approved $1,653,451.77 in payments (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 Mental Health Awareness Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 Older Adults Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 Days of Remembrance Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 24-26, 2024 as Poppy Days (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1674 regarding Comprehensive Plan procedures (5-0)

HRIEC Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission was canceled. The agenda had included items regarding the Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan and the introduction of the Equity and Inclusion Manager.

• Introduction of Antonio Montez, Equity and Inclusion Manager
• Overview of Roseville's Strategic Racial Equity Action Plan (SREAP)
• Debrief from City Council discussion on April 8
• Overview of Rules of Procedure for Commissions
• Discussion on Commissioner Handbook Updates

City Council

The Roseville City Council will review a presentation on the County Road C Project and receive an update on the Forestry Program and Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) status. The body will also consider releasing a request for quotes to purchase residential recycling carts. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and the consent agenda.

• Consider releasing Request for Quotes for Residential Recycling Carts Purchase
• Receive Ramsey County Presentation – County Road C Project
• Receive Forestry Program and EAB Update
• Ramsey County Ditch 4 Construction Soils Study Award recognition

The Roseville City Council approved the release of a Request for Quotes for residential recycling roll-out carts. The council also received presentations on the Ramsey County Ditch 4 soils study award and the County Road C project, but took no formal action on those items. Councilmember Etten was absent from the meeting.

• Approved release of Request for Quotes for Residential Recycling Roll-Out Carts (4-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Finance Commission

The Roseville Finance Commission will meet to receive a tracking report and review 2023 year-end cash reserve levels. They will also hear a staff update on a council-amended commission ordinance and discuss future topics. The meeting includes swearing in new commissioners and public comment.

• Review 2023 year-end cash reserve levels
• Receive Finance Commission Tracking Report
• Staff update on Council amended Commission Ordinance
• Oath of Office for new commissioners Kevin Davy and Anna Vervoort

The Commission approved the minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed 2023 year-end cash reserve levels and discussed a potential pilot program for investing in equities.

• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several legislative items, including hotel licensing and missing middle housing. The body will also convene as the Board of Appeals and Adjustment to review a fence variance appeal.

• Appeal of a 10-foot-tall fence denial at Caliber Collision, 1914 County Road C
• Ordinance amending Chapter 801 of City Code regarding Private Water Supplies
• Request for Proposal for the replacement of the playground at Lexington Park
• Contract for construction of a new park at 2381 County Road B
• Conditional Use approval for motor vehicle repair and fuel sales at Troy’s Auto Care, 2171 Hamline Avenue

The City Council, acting as the Board of Adjustments and Appeals, unanimously upheld the denial of a variance for a 10-foot electrified security fence at Caliber Collision. The Council also enacted an ordinance updating regulations for private water supplies and authorized a Request for Proposal to replace the Lexington Park playground. Additionally, the Council approved a new Hotel Licensing Ordinance and passed a consent agenda covering various contracts and permits.

• Upheld denial of 10-foot electrified fence variance at Caliber Collision (4-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1674 amending private water supply regulations (4-0)
• Authorized RFP for Lexington Park playground replacement (4-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1674 creating Hotel Licensing Regulations (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12059 approving publication of Hotel Licensing Ordinance summary (4-0)
• Approved payments totaling $1,818,797.38
• Approved consent agenda including contracts for park construction, sewer lining, and road reconstruction
• Discussed state housing legislation and proposed drafting a letter to the legislature

Variance Board

The Variance Board will hold a public hearing regarding a residential property. The board is considering a request to allow a recently built shed to remain despite nonconforming area and side-yard setbacks.

• Public hearing on a request for a nonconforming shed area and side-yard setback

The Variance Board denied a request to allow a recently built shed to remain on a residential property. The request sought variances for the minimum side yard setback and maximum total storage building area.

• Denied variances for side yard setback and storage building area at 3150 W Owasso Boulevard (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the transfer of Comprehensive Plan procedures between city titles. The body will also address annual organizational business and rules of procedure.

• Public hearing on ordinance transferring Comprehensive Plan procedures from Title 2, Chapter 202 to Title 10, Chapter 1024
• 2024 Advisory Commission Rules of Procedure

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve an ordinance transferring the Comprehensive Plan's preparation and amendment procedures to Title 10, Chapter 1024. The commission also completed its annual organizational appointments for leadership and board roles.

• Recommended City Council approval of ordinance transferring Comprehensive Plan procedures (7-0)
• Appointed Michelle Pribyl as Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Karen Schaffhausen as Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Appointed Michelle Kruzel to the Ethics Commission
• Appointed Erik Bjorum, Pamela Aspnes, and Karen Schaffhausen to the Variance Board
• Appointed Tammy McGehee as Variance Board alternate

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the replacement plan and request for proposal for the Lexington Park playground. The body will also receive updates on summer recreational programs.

• Review of Lexington Park Playground Replacement Plan and Request for Proposal
• Summer Recreational Programs Update
• Oath of office for new commission members

The Commission approved staff proceeding with the replacement of the Lexington Park playground, with completion expected by summer 2025. Members also received updates on summer 2024 recreational programming and departmental projects.

• Approved March 7, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved staff proceeding with Lexington Park playground replacement
• Administered Oath of Office for new members Chad Kooistra and Jamison Penny

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will discuss updates regarding the city's Bike Plan and the Dale Street Safety Conversion Project. The body will also receive an update on Envision Roseville and elect officers.

• Bike Plan Update
• Dale Street Safety Conversion Project Update
• Envision Roseville Update
• Election of Officers

The Commission elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and a representative for the Ethics Commission. Members received staff updates on a new MnDOT-funded bike plan, the Dale Street Safety Conversion Project, and the Envision Roseville project.

• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Elected Bryant Ficek as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Edwin Hodder as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Elected Jarrod Cicha to serve on the Ethics Commission (6-0)

HRIEC Commission

The Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Ethics Commission Representative. Members will also provide feedback on potential commission changes and discuss a work plan.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Ethics Commission Representative
• Feedback on potential HRIEC changes
• Work plan discussion

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance amending the city code regarding water meters and review the 2023 Cash Reserve Fund Report. The body will also vote on a 2024 fee schedule update and professional services for SCADA services.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 801 of City Code regarding water meters
• 2023 Cash Reserve Fund Report and potential transfers
• Ordinance amending Title 3, Chapter 314 to update the 2024 Fee Schedule
• Agreement for Professional Services for 2024 SCADA Services
• Drainage easement over Lot 17A, Block 1, Owasso Shores Addition

The City Council enacted an ordinance replacing water meter security deposits with a new water meter fee. The Council also approved transfers of excess funds from the Parks & Recreation and License Center funds to the Cash Reserve fund.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 1671 to eliminate water meter security deposits and add a water meter fee (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $162,207 from Parks & Recreation fund to Cash Reserve fund (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $327,318 from License Center fund to Cash Reserve fund (5-0)
• Proclaimed April 26, 2024 as Roseville Arbor Day (5-0)
• Proclaimed April 2024 as Fair Housing Month (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $2,660,505.39 in payments (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1672 to amend the 2024 Fee Schedule (5-0)

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will meet to certify a new eligibility list for officers. The body will also hold its annual business meeting.

• Certification of a New Officer Eligibility List
• Annual Business Meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the August 23, 2023 meeting. It also certified a lateral hire list with one new score and an entry-level eligibility list with five new scores.

• Approved August 23, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Certified lateral hire list with one new score (3-0)
• Certified entry-level eligibility list with five new scores (3-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review the performance of the 2023 Investment Portfolio. The body will also select a Commission Chair, Vice-Chair, and Ethics Commission Representative.

• Review of 2023 Investment Portfolio performance
• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Selection of Ethics Commission Representative
• Receipt of Finance Commission Tracking Report

The Finance Commission appointed its leadership for the term and approved the January 9, 2024, meeting minutes with amendments. The commission also reviewed the 2023 Investment Portfolio Performance and discussed potential equity investments via the State Investment Board.

• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Bester as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Tupy as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Tupy as representative of the Ethics Commission (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation from Ramsey County regarding the Dale Street Project. Members will also consider an ordinance to amend the scope, duties, and functions of City Commissions.

• Presentation from Ramsey County on the Dale Street Project
• Proposed ordinance amending City Commissions scope, duties, and functions
• Discussion on Human Rights, Inclusion, and Engagement scope, duties and functions

The City Council approved an ordinance clarifying the purpose, membership, and duties of city advisory commissions. The council also held an extensive discussion regarding the future scope and structure of the Human Rights, Inclusion, and Engagement Commission, though no final decision was reached on its reorganization.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1669 amending advisory commissions scope, duties, and functions (5-0)
• Approved publication of Ordinance No. 1670 summarizing the advisory commission amendments (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The commission will review an engagement survey and strategy for upgrades to Rosebrook Park. The body will also complete a SWOT assessment and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Review of Rosebrook Park Upgrades Engagement Survey and Strategy
• Completion of SWOT Assessment
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of Ethics Commission Representative

The Commission elected a new Chair and Vice-Chair and appointed an Ethics Commission representative. Members conducted a SWOT assessment and reviewed a proposed public engagement survey for Rosebrook Park upgrades.

• Approved February 6, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0-2)
• Elected Matts-Benson as Chair (10-0-0)
• Elected Beckman as Vice-Chair (10-0-0)
• Appointed Boulton as Ethics Representative (10-0-0)
• Sworn in Audrey Arneson as voting Youth Commissioner

Variance Board

The Variance Board will hold a public hearing to review two requests for exceptions to city dimensional and fencing standards. The board will determine if these requests meet the criteria for variances.

• Request by Troy’s Automotive LLC for a 20-foot rear yard setback encroachment for a 30 x 34 foot service bay addition
• Request by Amarok Ultimate Perimeter Security and Caliber Collision for a 10-foot tall electrified security perimeter fence

The Variance Board denied a request to install an electrified security perimeter for Amarok Ultimate Perimeter Security. The Board approved a rear yard setback variance for Troy’s Automotive LLC to add two vehicle service bays.

• Denied variance for electrified fencing at 1914 County Road C (3-0)
• Approved 20-foot rear yard setback variance for vehicle service addition at 2171 Hamline Avenue (3-0)
• Approved amended agenda (3-0)
• Approved February 7, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for Troy’s Automotive LLC. The request involves motor vehicle repair, an auto body shop, and motor fuel sales at 2171 Hamline Ave.

• Public hearing: Conditional use request for Troy’s Automotive LLC at 2171 Hamline Ave

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council approve a conditional use for motor vehicle repair, auto body shop, and motor fuel sales at 2171 Hamline Avenue, requested by Troy Miller of Troy's Automotive LLC (PF23-013). The item will go before the City Council in April 2024. The Commission also approved the agenda and the January 3, 2024 meeting minutes, both 5-0. A discussion about adding a standing 'Commissioner Items' line to the agenda was deferred because the City Council has not yet formally updated commission roles and responsibilities.

• Recommended City Council approval of conditional use for motor vehicle repair, auto body shop, and motor fuel sales at 2171 Hamline Ave (PF23-013) (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved the January 3, 2024 Planning Commission regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m. (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to certify unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll. Members will also review a draft lodging establishment licensing ordinance and approve a streetlight policy.

• Public hearing to certify unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll
• Review of draft Lodging Establishment Licensing Ordinance
• Approval of Streetlight Policy
• Approval of Street Name Change Policy
• Bids for County Road B Reconstruction

The City Council authorized the levy of unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll and adopted a revised streetlight policy. The council also reappointed several advisory commissioners and approved new appointments to the Finance and Parks and Recreation commissions.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12054 to levy unpaid water, sewer, and other city charges for payable 2010 or beyond (4-0)
• Adopted revised Streetlight Policy (4-0)
• Reappointed 10 commissioners to the HRIEC, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Police Civil Service, and Public Works commissions (4-0)
• Appointed Mr. Davy and Ms. Vervoort to the Finance Commission (4-0)
• Appointed Mr. Kooistra and Mr. Penny to the Parks and Recreation Commission (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $166,146.97 in payments (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 12055 to accept 2023 Police Department donations (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 12056 for Ramsey County traffic control signal maintenance (4-0)

HRIEC Commission

The Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission will discuss its work plan and review accomplishments from 2023. The body will also receive an update regarding the February 12 Council meeting.

• Review of 2023 accomplishments
• Work plan discussion
• Update from February 12 Council Meeting

The Commission discussed its current 'limbo' status and the City Council's upcoming March 11 meeting to determine the commission's future. Members expressed concern that the Council is unaware of the commission's current work and scope. Staff reported that a new Equity and Inclusion Manager has been hired and will start in late March.

• Approved January 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider ordinances amending city codes regarding public nuisances, right-of-way restorations, water meters, private water supplies, courtesy benches, and the discharge of fats, oils, and greases. The body will also review several contracts and a cooperative construction agreement for a sanitary sewer project.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 407: Abatement of Public Nuisances
• Ordinance amending Chapter 801: Water Meters and Private Water Supplies
• Cooperative Construction Agreement with City of Falcon Heights for 2024 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project 24-06
• Approval of general purchases exceeding $10,000
• Professional Services Agreement with Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce for Rice & Larpenteur Alliance

The City Council approved several ordinances updating city codes regarding public nuisances, right-of-way restorations, courtesy benches, and grease discharge. Proposals to amend codes for water meters and private water supplies were tabled for further review and public notification.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1659 permitting abatements in the public right-of-way (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1661 clarifying permit and restoration requirements for right-of-way work (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1665 outlining licensing requirements for courtesy benches (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1667 updating requirements for discharge of fats, oils, and grease (4-0)
• Tabled ordinance amending water meter security deposits to fees for public reposting
• Tabled ordinance regarding private water supplies to research grandfathering exceptions
• Approved $2,811,845.33 in payments via consent agenda (4-0)
• Proclaimed March as Women’s History Month (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to conduct commission interviews. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Commission interviews

The City Council held a special meeting to interview candidates for two city commissions. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Interviewed three candidates for the Finance Commission
• Interviewed four candidates for the Parks and Recreation Commission

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Roseville Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will hold a meeting focused on environmental programs. The agenda includes an overview of the GreenStep Cities and Gold Leaf Challenge, as well as a 2024 Sustainability Update. No specific votes, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

• Overview of GreenStep Cities and Gold Leaf Challenge
• 2024 Sustainability Update

The Roseville Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission approved its January 23, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0) and adjourned at about 8:22 p.m. (7-0). Most of the meeting was informational: staff updated on Lead Free Roseville, removal of three City-owned bus shelters in disrepair, and sustainability programs including the GreenStep Cities/Gold Leaf presentation and curbside organics. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond approving the prior minutes and adjourning.

• Approved January 23, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:22 p.m. (7-0)

City Council

The Roseville City Council will consider adopting ordinances to establish a Local Housing Trust Fund and revise short-term rental regulations, including restarting license issuance. They will also discuss street light policy, annual budget process, and city commission roles. Several contracts and licenses are on the consent agenda.

• Ordinance establishing a Local Housing Trust Fund
• Ordinance revising short-term rental regulations and restarting licenses
• Resolution awarding contract for South McCarrons Retaining Wall Project 22-22
• Agreement with J&M Display for fireworks for June 29, 2024 Party in the Park
• Accept Minnesota DNR Shade Tree Bonding Grant for $264,000

The Council enacted ordinances to create an affordable housing trust fund and restart short-term rental licensing. They also approved a contract for a retaining wall project and a temporary shelter license.

• Approved contract for South McCarrons Retaining Wall Project 22-22 (5-0)
• Approved one-year business license for temporary overnight shelter at Roseville Lutheran Church (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1655 establishing an Affordable Housing Trust Fund (5-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 1657 to restart short-term rental licenses and update regulations (5-0)
• Approved revised City Council and Advisory Commission Rules of Procedure (5-0)
• Denied motion to place Junior City Councilmember item on future agenda (2-3)
• Approved January 22, 2024 EDA and City Council meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $1,808,069.44 in payments (5-0)

Variance Board

The Variance Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Amarok Ultimate Perimeter Security and Caliber Collision. The board is considering variances to city fence regulations to allow for a 10-foot tall electrified security perimeter fence.

• Public hearing for a 10-foot tall electrified security perimeter fence at Caliber Collision

The Variance Board approved its January 3, 2024 minutes and tabled a request from Amarok Ultimate Perimeter Security, in cooperation with Caliber Collision, for variances to the fence ordinance to allow a 10-foot-tall electrified security perimeter fence at Caliber Collision. The public hearing was opened and continued to the March 6, 2024 meeting, and the motion to table cited a medical emergency. Both motions passed 3-0, with Vice Chair Bjorum absent. The meeting adjourned at 5:37 p.m.

• Approved January 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled Amarok Ultimate Perimeter Security/Caliber Collision variance request for a 10-foot electrified security fence to March 6, 2024, citing a medical emergency (3-0)
• Continued the public hearing on the fence variance to March 6, 2024
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:37 p.m. (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss the naming process for a new park and potential solutions regarding the possible loss of Veterans Park. The body will also review a SWOT analysis of the parks and recreation system.

• Naming process for new park at 2381 County Road B
• Discussion on mitigating the possible loss of Veterans Park
• SWOT Analysis of Parks and Recreation System

The Commission established a plan to collect name suggestions for a new park via electronic communication, signage, and a webpage. Members also discussed strategies to mitigate the loss of Veterans Park and agreed to review a SWOT analysis for the next meeting.

• Approved January 2, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Agreed to collect name suggestions for 2381 County Road B park via electronic communication, neighbor outreach, park signs, and a webpage
• Agreed to explore multiple options to mitigate the loss of Veterans Park
• Agreed to review SWOT analysis for the March 2024 meeting

City Council

The Roseville City Council will hold a public hearing for a liquor license and consider a zoning amendment for auto repair. The agenda includes six presumptive penalty approvals for 2023 compliance checks and a joint powers agreement with the state. Consent items cover contracts, permits, and a pay equity report.

• Public hearing for On Sale Liquor License for Khues Kitchen LLC at 1490 County Road B West
• Zoning Code text amendment to allow 'motor vehicle repair, auto body shop' as Conditional Use in Neighborhood Mixed-Use District
• Presumptive Penalty Approvals for 2023 compliance checks at Cub Foods, Keys Cafe, Portillo's, Axel's, Lisu's Thai Taste, Courtyard by Marriott, and Shake Shack
• Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit
• Contract with Animal Humane Society for animal services

The City Council amended the zoning code to allow motor vehicle repair as a conditional use in Neighborhood Mixed-Use Districts. The Council also authorized a three-year partnership with the BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit and issued several compliance penalties for alcohol and tobacco violations.

• Enacted Ordinance 1654 allowing 'Motor Vehicle Repair, Auto Body Shop' as a conditional use in Neighborhood Mixed-Use Districts
• Approved three-year partnership with BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit
• Approved liquor license for Khues Kitchen LLC (dba Khue’s)
• Approved $2,000 fine and 3-day suspension for Cub Foods (tobacco violation)
• Approved $2,000 fine and 5-day suspension for Keys Café (alcohol violation)
• Approved $2,000 fine and 1-day suspension for Ortillo’s, Axels’ at DoubleTree, Lisu’s Thai Taste, Courtyard by Marriott, and Shake Shack (alcohol violations)
• Postponed HRIEC member recruitment and interviews to determine commission purpose
• Approved Lake Owasso Safe Boating Association’s request for a 2024 water-ski course permit

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will discuss updates to the city's lighting policy and public works code. The body will also review a draft for a street name change policy.

• Street Name Change Policy Draft
• Public Works Code Updates
• Lighting Policy Update

The Commission recommended that the City Council approve a proposed Street Name Change Policy with amendments regarding resident notifications. Members also reviewed several public works code updates and provided feedback on a draft lighting policy.

• Approved November 28, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended City Council approve amended Street Name Change Policy (7-0)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will hold its annual officer election, recognize Sustainable Steward Award recipients, and consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the Center for Energy and Environment for energy audit services. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as roll call, agenda approval, and public comment.

• Annual election of REDA officers
• Recognition of Sustainable Steward Award recipients
• Consider MOU with Center for Energy and Environment for energy audit services

The Roseville Economic Development Authority approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Center for Energy and Environment for energy audit services. The board also elected its annual officers and recognized three local residents for sustainable stewardship. A remote member was initially excluded due to technical issues but joined after communication was restored.

• Approved MOU with Center for Energy and Environment for energy audits (5-0)
• Elected Dan Roe as President, Wayne Groff as Vice President, Robin Schroeder as Treasurer (5-0)
• Presented Gold Member Sustainable Steward Award to Jim and Susan Nelson
• Presented Silver Member Sustainable Steward Award to Bruce and Susan Calhoun
• Bronze Member Sustainable Steward Award designated for John Mulley (absent)

City Council

The Roseville City Council will discuss the scope of duties for the Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission and review a stormwater update. The body will also consider the purchase of a new fire engine, choosing between electric and diesel options. Additionally, the council will discuss the engagement strategy for the Green To Go Ordinance and a community survey.

• Consider purchase of an Electric Vehicle Fire Engine or Diesel Fire Engine
• Discuss Scope and Duties with Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission
• Discuss Green To Go Ordinance Engagement Strategy
• Receive Stormwater Update
• Discuss Community Survey

The City Council approved a contract with Rosenbauer to purchase an electric vehicle (EV) fire engine and the sale of an existing reserve diesel engine. The Council also contracted Morris Leatherman Company to conduct a 2024 community survey.

• Approved purchase of EV Fire Engine and sale of reserve diesel engine (5-0)
• Approved contract with Morris Leatherman Company for 2024 community survey (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)

HRIEC Commission

The Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive public comment, and discuss action plans related to its 2024 goals. They will also prepare for a joint meeting with the City Council and review future agenda items. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific policy decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of draft meeting minutes from 12/20/2023
• Discussion of action plans related to 2024 goals
• Preparation for joint meeting with City Council
• Monthly calendar review
• Staff updates and future agenda items

The Human Rights, Inclusion and Engagement Commission approved the December 20, 2023 minutes as amended by a unanimous vote. The Commission discussed organizing subgroups to develop action plans for 2024 goals, with Chair James coordinating meetings to ensure compliance with open meeting laws. Staff reported on hiring updates, upcoming interviews for commission vacancies, and preparations for a joint meeting with the City Council.

• Approved December 20, 2023 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Discussed subgroup structure for 2024 action plans
• Chair James assigned to coordinate subgroup meetings
• Commissioner Tidball assigned as main speaker on scope at joint Council meeting
• No substantive policy decisions made; focus on procedural planning

Finance Commission

The Roseville Finance Commission is meeting to receive public comment, approve minutes, and review a tracking report. The main business is a discussion and recommendation on whether to purchase an electric or diesel fire engine, along with a follow-up on vehicle maintenance. The agenda is otherwise routine, with staff updates and future planning.

• Discuss and recommend electric versus diesel fire engine
• Follow up regarding vehicle maintenance
• Receive Finance Commission Tracking Report
• Approve meeting minutes

City Council

The Roseville City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several business items, including a proposed amendment to the City Code on lawful gambling, approval of the Public Works 2024 work plan, and entering into a professional services agreement for referendum communication services. They will also consider commission reappointments, legislative priorities, appoint an acting mayor, and designate council liaisons. The agenda includes many routine consent items such as payments, licenses, and annual contracts.

• Consider request to amend City Code Chapter 304: Lawful Gambling
• Approve Public Works 2024 Work Plan
• Consider Professional Services Agreement for Referendum Communication Services
• Approve Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services Local 112 for 2024-2025
• Approve First Amendment to Critical Corridors Grant Agreement for County Road B and Snelling Avenue (TH 51) Pedestrian Traffic Study

The Roseville City Council approved Ordinance No. 1652 amending City Code Chapter 304 on lawful gambling, regulating how many premises permits one organization may hold. It also approved the Public Works 2024 Work Plan, a professional services agreement with Rapp Strategies for referendum communications, the 2024 Legislative Priorities (with one item moved to the lower priority list), and commission reappointment processes. Councilmember Groff was designated Acting Mayor for 2024, and the consent agenda, including $3,152,803.71 in payments, was approved. All recorded votes were unanimous except the referendum communications agreement, which passed 4-1 with Strahan voting no.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1652 amending City Code Chapter 304 on lawful gambling premises permits (5-0)
• Approved publication of Ordinance Summary No. 1653 (5-0)
• Approved Public Works 2024 Work Plan (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Rapp Strategies for referendum communications (4-1, Strahan no)
• Approved commission reappointment processes and declared vacancies (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Legislative Priorities, moving cable commission funding to lower priority list (5-0)
• Designated Councilmember Groff as Acting Mayor for 2024 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $3,152,803.71 (5-0)

Variance Board

The Variance Board will hold a public hearing regarding a request from PPF RTL Rosedale Shopping Center LLC. The request seeks variances to allow for reductions in required EV charging equipment for Dick's Sporting Goods at Rosedale Center.

• Public hearing for EV charging equipment variances for Dick's Sporting Goods at Rosedale Center

The Board approved a variance to reduce the number of required electric vehicle charging stations for Dick’s Sporting Goods at Rosedale Center. However, the Board denied a variance regarding the required electric vehicle supply equipment.

• Approved variance to Table 1019-2 for required EV charging stations (3-0)
• Denied variance to §1019.04.D.2.d.i for electric vehicle supply equipment (3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved October 4, 2023 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstain)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a requested Zoning Code text amendment. The proposal seeks to allow motor vehicle repair and auto body shops as a Conditional Use in the Neighborhood Mixed-Use District.

• Public hearing for Troy’s Automotive LLC regarding Zoning Code text amendment to Table 1005-1

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve a zoning text amendment. This change would allow motor vehicle repair and auto body shops to operate as conditional uses in the Neighborhood Mixed-Use (MU-1) District.

• Recommended approval of zoning text amendment to allow motor vehicle repair/auto body shops as Conditional Use in MU-1 district (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved October 4, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the planning process for updating the Natural Resources Management Plan. Members will also review the year in review for Reach for Resources and Parks and Recreation fee assistance.

• Planning process for updating Natural Resources Management Plan
• Reach for Resources and Parks and Recreation Fee Assistance year in review
• Rescheduling March meeting to Thursday, March 7, 2024

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes of its December 5, 2023 meeting on a 9-0 roll call vote. Most of the meeting was informational: staff presented the planning process for updating the city's Natural Resources Management Plan, including a proposed consultant (Stantec Environmental Consulting), and reviewed 2023 usage of the Reach for Resources inclusion program and the Fee Assistance Program. No other substantive motions or approvals were recorded; the March 2024 meeting was moved to Thursday, March 7, 2024 because of the presidential nomination primary.

• Approved December 5, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0, no abstentions)
• No vote recorded on the Natural Resources Management Plan update; staff presentation only
• No vote recorded on the proposed Stantec Environmental Consulting contract; discussed as part of the plan update
• No vote recorded on the 2024 Reach for Resources agreement (268 hours, $12,100 or more); reviewed only
• March 2024 Commission meeting moved to Thursday, March 7, 2024 due to the presidential nomination primary