Rosemount public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal from Real Estate Equities for a multifamily community and a major amendment to the Amber Fields Planned Unit Development Agreement. The body will also consider 2023 utility rates, a schedule of rates and fees, and the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Preliminary and Final Plat approval for a multifamily community by Real Estate Equities
• Minor Subdivision and Rezoning for two lots at 4045 and 4065 McAndrews Road
• Approval of 2023 Utility Rates and 2023 Schedule of Rates and Fees
• Engineering services proposal for 2023 Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvement Project
• Final acceptance and payment for 2022 Pond Maintenance and Street Improvement projects

The City Council approved the preliminary and final plats and a major PUD agreement amendment for a 160-unit affordable housing community. The council also approved a wide range of consent items including utility rates and street project payments. A ten-year Capital Improvement Plan was reviewed.

• Approved Preliminary and Final Plats for Amber Fields Eighth Addition (4-0)
• Approved Major Amendment to the Amber Fields Planned Unit Development Agreement (4-0)
• Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to execute Amber Fields PUD Agreement amendment (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Utility Rates (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Schedule of Rates and Fees (4-0)
• Approved final payment for 2022 Pond Maintenance Project 2022-04 (4-0)
• Approved final payment for 2022 Street Improvement Project 2022-01 (4-0)
• Approved donations to Police & Fire Equipment Fund from American Legion Post, Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, Heroes and Helpers, and Pine Bend Paving (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several mineral extraction permit renewals for 2023. The body will also consider plat approvals for Rosewood Commons 2nd Addition and a Planned Unit Development Master Development Plan with rezoning.

• Plat approval for Rosewood Commons 2nd Addition (KJ Walk, Inc)
• Large Scale Mineral Extraction Permit Renewal for Dakota Aggregates
• Small Scale Mineral Extraction Permit Renewals for Bolander and Sons, Shafer Contracting Co., Inc., Max Steininger, Inc., and Vesterra, LLC/Stonex, LLC
• Planned Unit Development Master Development Plan with Rezoning (Jimnist, LLC)

The Planning Commission approved plats for Rosewood Commons 2nd Addition and recommended several mineral extraction permit renewals to the City Council. The commission also recommended City Council approval for a PUD Master Development Plan to rezone 280 acres for a technology campus.

• Approved preliminary and final plats for Rosewood Commons 2nd Addition (6-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Dakota Aggregates mineral extraction permit (6-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Bolander & Sons mineral extraction permit (6-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Shafer Contracting mineral extraction permit (6-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Max Steininger mineral extraction permit (6-0)
• Recommended City Council renew Vesterra, LLC & Stonex, LLC mineral extraction permit (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve PUD Master Development Plan and rezoning from AG-Agriculture to BP PUD-Business Park for a technology campus (6-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to review 2022 goals and the education and outreach calendar. Members will discuss a sustainable purchasing framework and prepare an annual update for the City Council.

• 2023 Education & Outreach Calendar
• Sustainable Purchasing Framework
• Annual City Council Update
• FHR Solar Groundbreaking announcement
• Jaycee Park Raingarden Installation announcement

The Environment & Sustainability Commission recommended that City Council approve and enact a new Sustainable Purchasing Framework as policy. The commission also voted to stop the printing of paper meeting packets and rescheduled its January meeting.

• Recommended Sustainable Purchasing Framework for City Council approval (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 11, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Rescheduled January 2023 meeting to January 18, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. (5-0)
• Requested City no longer print paper copies of meeting packets for Commissioners (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to establish the 2023 budget and levy. The body will also consider several consent items, including liquor license renewals and a trail design contract.

• Public hearing to establish 2023 Budget and Levy
• Professional Services Contract for Design of Bonaire Path Trail Segment 1 (Bacardi Avenue – Autumn Path section)
• Minor Amendment to the Amber Fields Planned Unit Development requested by David Weekley Homes
• 2023 Liquor License Renewals
• Firefighter Relief Association Benefit Interest Rate Change

The City Council approved the 2023 General Fund Operating Budget and associated levies, which includes a 12.5% tax rate reduction. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including liquor license renewals and a trail design contract.

• Adopted 2023 General Fund Operating, C.I.P., Insurance, and Port Authority budgets and levies (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Liquor License Renewals (4-0)
• Approved Professional Services Contract for Design of Bonaire Path Trail Segment 1 (4-0)
• Approved minor amendment to Amber Fields Planned Unit Development requested by David Weekley Homes (4-0)
• Approved Firefighter Relief Association Benefit Interest Rate Change (4-0)
• Set 2023 meeting schedule (4-0)
• Approved bills listing and November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss legislative priorities for 2023. The meeting includes a closed session for the City Administrator's annual evaluation and verbal project updates from Administration and Community Development.

• City Administrator annual evaluation (closed session)
• 2023 Legislative Priorities discussion
• Community Development project updates
• Administration project updates

The City Council held a work session to discuss 2023 legislative priorities, including the Public Works/Police Department Campus and railroad crossings. No final approvals were made on these priorities, as staff will finalize the list for a future meeting. The session also included updates on community development and administrative matters.

• Closed work session to conduct annual performance review of City Administrator Martin
• Discussed 2023 legislative priorities for future final approval
• Discussed 2023 City Council meeting calendar
• Discussed potential special election for Councilmember Block’s seat
• Discussed appointment process for Councilmember Weisensel’s seat

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission is meeting to review rate recommendations for 2023 and water consumption at city facilities. The body will also discuss modifying bylaws to change the official meeting schedule to quarterly.

• 2023 Utility Rate Recommendations
• Water consumption in city facilities
• Proposed bylaw modification to reduce meeting schedule to quarterly

The Commission recommended a 2023 Utility Rate Model that would result in a 5.6% net increase for the average customer. The body also approved a new 2023 meeting schedule and canceled the December 19, 2022 meeting.

• Recommended City Council approval of 2023 Utility Rate Model (3-0)
• Approved 2023 meeting dates as presented (3-0)
• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Canceled December 19, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development requests. These include a request to create two new lots and a proposal for a multifamily community.

• Public hearing for Minor Subdivision, Rezoning, and Variance for 4045 and 4065 McAndrews Road
• Public hearing for Preliminary and Final Plat for a multifamily community at Amber Fields
• Major Amendment to the Amber Fields Planned Unit Development Agreement

The Commission recommended City Council approval for a 160-unit multifamily community and a PUD agreement amendment in Amber Fields. It also approved a variance and recommended rezoning and subdivision for two new lots on McAndrews Road.

• Approved variance for two lots with shared driveways at 4045 and 4065 McAndrews Road (6-0)
• Recommended City Council rezoning of McAndrews Road property from AG-Agricultural to RR-Rural Residential (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Minor Subdivision for Adams First Addition with conditions 1-7 (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Preliminary and Final Plats for Amber Fields 8th Addition with conditions A-D (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Major Amendment to Amber Fields PUD Agreement with conditions A & B (6-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority will meet to discuss the 2023 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation. The body will also review project criteria for the TIF spending plan and receive project updates.

• 2023 CDBG Allocation
• TIF Spending Plan – Project Criteria
• Project Updates

The Port Authority recommended that the City Council approve the 2023 Community Development Block Grant application. The estimated $60,000 allocation is proposed for the Home Improvement Loan Program to assist low- and moderate-income homeowners. The board also discussed criteria for transferring unobligated TIF increment for building construction or rehabilitation.

• Recommended City Council adopt resolution approving 2023 CDBG application (5-0)
• Approved October 18, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review requests for rezoning and plat approvals for three multifamily projects. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding liquor licenses for OMNI Orchard LLC.

• Public hearing for OMNI Orchard LLC On-Sale and Sunday Liquor Licenses
• Preliminary Plat request from Schafer Richardson for two multi-family buildings
• Rezoning and plat requests from Akron 42, LLC for a multifamily community
• Preliminary and Final Plat approval request from McGough Development
• Comprehensive Sanitary Sewer Plan Amendment for the Boulder Ave Extension Project

The City Council approved preliminary plats for two multi-family housing projects and a rezoning request for a high-density residential community. Additionally, the council approved an industrial addition plat and a liquor license for OMNI Winery and Taproom.

• Approved On-Sale and Sunday Liquor Licenses for OMNI Orchard LLC (3-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Schafer Richardson to construct two multi-family buildings (3-0)
• Approved rezoning of Prestwick Place 24th Addition from C4 PUD to R4 High Density Residential (2-1)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Prestwick Place 24th Addition (3-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Rosemount Industrial Addition by McGough Development (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, meeting minutes, and various project change orders (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet as the Canvassing Board to take the oath of office. The body will then canvass and certify the results from the November 8, 2022 General Election.

• Certification of November 8, 2022 General Election results

The City Council met as the Canvassing Board to certify the results of the November 8, 2022 General Election. The board officially declared the winners for the Mayor and Council Member positions.

• Declared Jeff Weisensel winner of Mayor race (4-0)
• Declared Tammy Block winner of Council Member race (4-0)
• Declared Paul Essler winner of Council Member race (4-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to update 2022 goals and outreach efforts. The body will discuss a sustainable purchasing framework and the 2023 education and outreach calendar.

• 2023 Education & Outreach Calendar
• Sustainable Purchasing Framework
• Annual City Council Update
• FHR Solar Groundbreaking announcement
• Jaycee Park Raingarden Installation announcement

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss standard practices for encroachments onto public property. The meeting also includes verbal project updates from Community Development and Parks and Recreation.

• Discussion on Standard Practice for Encroachments onto Public Property
• Community Development project updates
• Parks and Rec project updates

The City Council held a work session to discuss plans for addressing property encroachments within the Evermoor HOA and received updates on business incentives for Project Bigfoot. No formal votes on policy or funding were taken during this session.

• Agreed to stop plowing operations on two trail segments off Diamond Path
• Determined that signage will be posted notifying the public that specific trail segments will not be maintained

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to authorize a TIF spending plan. The meeting also includes several infrastructure project approvals and a plat correction request.

• Public hearing for TIF Spending Plan
• Encroachment Agreement for retaining wall at 12580 Arklow Avenue
• Bella Vista Greenway Trail Project Change Order #1
• Engineering services for Akron Avenue South Extension Project (No. 2023-01)
• Final payment for Biscayne Avenue Improvement Project (No. 2020-01)

The City Council adopted a resolution approving a TIF Spending Plan to target development and redevelopment opportunities. The council also approved several consent agenda items including engineering services and project payments.

• Approved TIF Spending Plan (4-0)
• Approved Bills Listing (4-0)
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Encroachment Agreement for retaining wall at 12580 Arklow Avenue (4-0)
• Authorized NLC Voting Delegate (4-0)
• Approved Bella Vista Greenway Trail Project Change Order #1 (4-0)
• Authorized engineering services for Akron Avenue South Extension Project (4-0)
• Approved final acceptance and payment for Biscayne Avenue Improvement Project (4-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to receive an overview of the Parks & Recreation Department from Director Dan Schultz. The body will also review current commission goals and discuss the RAAC Tree Lighting Event.

• Parks & Recreation Department Overview by Director Dan Schultz
• RAAC Tree Lighting Event scheduled for November 26
• Review of current Youth Commission goals
• Discussion on leadership reflections

The Youth Commission approved its 2022-2023 goals with minor updates. The commission also received an overview of Parks and Recreation Department facilities and upcoming playground proposals.

• Adopted the agenda (14-0)
• Approved the Consent Agenda (14-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Goals with minor changes (12-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several development requests, including two multi-family housing projects and an industrial expansion. The body will also consider plat approvals for a future development at South Robert Trail and 160th Street West.

• Request by Schafer Richardson for a PUD Final Site and Building Plan and Preliminary Plat for 336 dwelling units
• Request by Akron 42, LLC for rezoning and plats to develop a 225-unit multi-family community
• Request by Hawkins Inc. for site plan review for two additions to a manufacturing and warehouse building
• Request by McGough Development for preliminary and final plat approval at South Robert Trail and 160th Street West

The Planning Commission recommended City Council approval for two multi-family developments, including a 225-unit community requiring rezoning. The commission also approved a site plan for manufacturing expansions and recommended approval for an industrial addition plat.

• Recommended City Council approve preliminary plat and PUD Final Site and Building Plan for 336 multi-family units (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rezoning of site from C4 PUD to R4 High Density Residential for 225-unit community (4-2)
• Recommended City Council approve Site Plan Review for 225-unit multi-family community (5-1)
• Recommended City Council approve Preliminary and Final Plats for Roers Apartment Project (5-1)
• Approved site plan for Hawkins, Inc. to add 47,000 square feet to manufacturing and warehouse building (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Rosemount Industrial Addition preliminary and final plats (6-0)
• Approved September 27, 2022, meeting minutes (6-0)

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will receive a presentation from the Minnesota Department of Health regarding manganese levels in Well No. 7 and the city system. The body will also conduct a preliminary review of a rate model.

• Minnesota Department of Health presentation on manganese levels in Well No. 7
• Preliminary review of Rate Model
• Proposed modification of bylaws to change meeting schedule to quarterly

The Commission elected Commissioner Johnson as Chair and approved minutes from three previous meetings. The Minnesota Department of Health presented manganese testing results for Well 7, noting the City is in compliance. The Commission reviewed preliminary 2023 rate models and will provide recommendations in November.

• Elected Commissioner Johnson as Commission Chair (3-0)
• Approved March 28, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved July 25, 2022 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved September 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority will meet to discuss land use and receive a presentation from the Met Council. The body will also review project updates.

• Land Use Discussion and Met Council Presentation
• Project Updates

The Rosemount Port Authority held a regular meeting on October 18, 2022, with all commissioners except Weisensel present. The main item was a presentation from the Metropolitan Council on housing development trends, followed by discussion on land use and workforce housing definitions. No formal decisions or votes were taken on new or old business items.

• Approved the consent agenda including the September 20, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Discussed land use maps and Comprehensive Plan; no action taken
• Received Met Council presentation on housing; no action taken
• Meeting adjourned unanimously at 6:55 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss a land purchase extension for the Life Time Recreation Center project. The body will also review a contract for the Winds Park Irrigation Replacement Project and an ERP upgrade.

• Land purchase extension for Life Time Recreation Center Project
• Contract award for Winds Park Irrigation Replacement Project
• Encroachment Agreement for retaining wall at 13502 Daffodil Path
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Upgrade
• Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County Social Services for Embedded Social Worker & Public Safety

The council unanimously approved a first amendment to the purchase agreement with Akron 42, LLC, extending the closing date to May 16, 2023, for the acquisition of approximately 29 acres at Akron Avenue and Highway 42 for a Life Time recreation center. They also approved a joint powers agreement with Dakota County Social Services to continue the embedded social worker program (Coordinated Community Response) for two years. The consent agenda was adopted, including several routine items such as bills, minutes, and a contract award for the Winds Park irrigation replacement.

• Approved first amendment to purchase agreement with Akron 42, LLC for 29-acre land acquisition for Life Time recreation center (3-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Dakota County Social Services for embedded social worker program (3-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including bills listing, minutes, and Winds Park irrigation replacement contract (3-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission will receive a presentation on the Rosemount Public Works and Police Campus Building Project. The body will also review 2022 goals and discuss education and outreach calendars for 2022 and 2023.

• Presentation on Rosemount Public Works and Police Campus Building Project
• 2022 Goals updates
• 2022 Education & Outreach Calendar
• 2023 Education & Outreach Calendar

The Commission received a presentation from architects and engineers on sustainability features of the proposed Public Works and Police Campus building project. Commissioners discussed updates to their 2022 goals and planned blog posts and active engagement opportunities for the 2023 Education & Outreach Calendar, including tours of local facilities and a 'No Mow May' sign program. Minutes from the September 13 regular meeting and work session were approved. The next meeting was set for November 14, 2022.

• Approved minutes of the September 13, 2022 regular meeting (5-0).
• Approved minutes of the September 13, 2022 work session (5-0).
• Set next meeting agenda for November 14, 2022, including review of 2022 goal updates and proposals for land acknowledgement and sustainable purchase framework.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:43 p.m. on a motion by Angerer and second by Johnson.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to receive an update on the Public Works / Police Campus Project. Members will also discuss a city-wide software opportunity and receive community development updates.

• Public Works / Police Campus Project update
• City-wide software opportunity discussion
• Community Development project updates

The council discussed the Public Works/Police Campus project, pursuing the 'Better +' option with an estimated cost of $55-$59 million. Staff will present two more opportunities for review before approving the project to go out to bid. The council also expressed favor toward moving forward with a formal commitment for a new city-wide software solution through LOGIS, using Oracle Fusion and SpryPoint. No final votes were taken on these items.

• Discussed 'Better +' option for Public Works/Police Campus project, estimated $55-59 million
• Council favored moving forward with LOGIS ERP solution (Oracle Fusion, SpryPoint) for 10-year contract
• Staff to present two more reviews before approving campus project to go out to bid
• Council requested feedback from other cities using Oracle software

City Council

The City Council will review contracts for the Boulder Ave Extension project and architectural services for new pickleball courts and a dog park. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the vacation of drainage and utility easements at Amber Fields and Rosemount Car Club.

• Award contract for Boulder Ave Extension Project (City Project 2022-02)
• Professional services contract for pickleball courts and dog park architectural services
• Public hearing on vacation of easements at Amber Fields (Maplewood Development)
• Public hearing on vacation of easement at Rosemount Car Club (Pineridge Hillside, LLC)
• Parking restrictions on the south side of Pine Bend Trail from Fahey Avenue to 1/4 mile east

The council approved a $55,227 professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk to design a pickleball complex and dog park south of Umore Ball Park. Two drainage and utility easement vacations were also approved for the Amber Fields and Rosemount Car Club developments. The consent agenda included 10 items such as a subdivision agreement, election judge appointments, and a contract for the Boulder Ave Extension project.

• Approved $55,227 contract with Bolton & Menk for pickleball and dog park design (4-0)
• Approved vacation of drainage/utility easements for Amber Fields Outlots J, K, I (4-0)
• Approved vacation of drainage/utility easement along Lot 1, Block 1, Rosemount Car Club (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, election judges, Autumn Terrace subdivision agreement, ice rental with ISD #196, parking restrictions on Pine Bend Trail, encroachment agreement for retaining wall, Boulder Ave Extension contract, Connemara Trail storm sewer final payment, and Meadow Ridge 3rd Addition public improvements (4-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will conduct a tour of the water tower behind Fire Station 2. Following the tour, the commission will meet for a Public Works Department overview presented by Director Nick Egger and Supervisor Chuck Jacobus.

• Tour of water tower behind Fire Station 2
• Public Works Department overview by Nick Egger and Chuck Jacobus
• Leadership lesson on parliamentary procedure

The Rosemount Youth Commission held a regular meeting on September 28, 2022, at Fire Station No. 2. The meeting included a tour of the Connemara Water Tour and Well House, a presentation on the Public Works Department, and a leadership lesson on parliamentary procedure. No substantive decisions were made; the agenda was adopted and the consent agenda approved unanimously.

• Adopted the agenda (11-0)
• Approved the consent agenda (11-0)
• Formed attendance sub-committee (commissioners Alex, Buck, Harvey, Jacobson, Thomas)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two separate requests for multi-family residential projects. The body will review site plans, plats, and rezoning requests for these developments.

• Schafer Richardson request for a PUD Final Site and Building Plan and Preliminary Plat for two buildings with 336 dwelling units
• Akron 42, LLC request for Preliminary and Final Plats, Site Plan Review, and rezoning for a 225-unit multi-family community

The Planning Commission held public hearings on two major multi-family housing proposals but did not give final approval to either. A 336-unit project by Schafer Richardson was continued to October 25 for more traffic and lighting information. A 225-unit project by Akron 42, LLC was also continued after a motion to recommend rezoning failed 3-4.

• Continued Schafer Richardson 336-unit PUD to Oct 25 for traffic study and lighting plan (7-0)
• Motion to recommend rezoning for Akron 42 225-unit project failed (3-4)
• Continued Akron 42 project to Oct 25 for updated design, parks, and traffic analysis (5-2)
• Approved Aug 23, 2022 regular meeting minutes (7-0)

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission is meeting to review a preliminary rate model and receive updates on water efficiency and stormwater rebates. The body will also discuss a meter shortage and city project updates.

• Preliminary review of Rate Model
• Water Efficiency and Stormwater Rebate update
• Discussion of meter shortage
• Proposed modification of bylaws to change meeting schedule to quarterly

Port Authority

The Port Authority is reviewing a proposal for a workforce housing development in Amber Fields. The body is also receiving updates on manufacturing workforce training and city-wide land use designations.

• Resolution of support for a 160-unit affordable multifamily project in Amber Fields
• Proposed $1,240,000 TIF principal for the Amber Fields project via Dakota County CDA
• DCTC presentation regarding Manufacturing Month and workforce training
• Review of 2040 Comprehensive Plan land use maps and undeveloped parcel acreage

The Rosemount Port Authority voted unanimously to recommend the City Council approve a resolution of support for the Dakota County CDA to create a 15-year tax increment financing (TIF) district for an affordable multifamily housing development in Amber Fields. The council was scheduled to consider the resolution that evening. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation on manufacturing and a land use discussion deferred to a future work session.

• Adopted the agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including August 16, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve resolution of support for CDA TIF district for affordable housing in Amber Fields (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review requests for a 12-unit townhome development and a pipeline transmission permit. The body is also deciding on an Assistant Fire Chief appointment and a condominium garage facility site plan.

• Request by Robert McNearney Custom Homes for rezoning and plat to construct 12 townhome units
• Request by Flint Hills Resources for a Transmission Facility Permit for a pipeline to CF Industries
• Request by Pineridge Hillside for a site plan and permit to construct a three-building condominium garage facility
• 120th Street Drainage Improvements (City Project 2022-11) quotes and work authorization
• Appointment of Assistant Fire Chief

The council approved a conditional use permit, PUD master development plan, final site plan, and development agreement for a three-building, 67-unit condominium garage facility by Pineridge Hillside in the Rosemount Business Park. The project, similar to a 2020 approval that never moved forward, allows owners to use units for storage or small businesses. The council also appointed Tim Behrendt as Assistant Fire Chief for three years and accepted donations totaling $10,250 for police community engagement.

• Approved conditional use permit for 67-unit car condominium garage facility (4-0)
• Approved PUD Master Development Plan and rezoning to BP PUD (4-0)
• Approved Final Site and Building Plan for condominium garage facility (4-0)
• Approved Pineridge Hillside Planned Unit Development Agreement (4-0)
• Appointed Tim Behrendt as Assistant Fire Chief for three years (4-0)
• Accepted $250 donation from Joseph Walsh for police community engagement (4-0)
• Accepted $10,000 donation from HEART Ministry for police community engagement (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with 28 items including bills, minutes, hires, agreements, and plats (4-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss updates on 2022 goals and the education and outreach calendar. The session includes a briefing from the Rosemount High School Environmental Club.

• 2022 Goals Updates
• 2022 Education & Outreach Calendar
• Rosemount High School Environmental Club Briefing

The Environment & Sustainability Commission approved the minutes from the August 17 meeting. Commissioners discussed progress on 2022 goals and updates to the education and outreach calendar. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 17, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The commission is meeting for a work session to review 2022 goals and goal actions. The body will discuss potential revisions to these goals and their associated actions.

• Review of 2022 Goals & Goal Actions
• Discussion of potential revisions to 2022 Goals
• Discussion of potential revisions to 2022 Goal Actions

The Environment and Sustainability Commission held a work session to review progress on its 2022 goals and goal actions. Members discussed potential revisions to both, with a revised goals document to be provided at the October 11, 2022 meeting. No formal decisions were made; the session was procedural and informational.

• Reviewed 2022 goals and goal actions (verbal)
• Discussed potential revisions to 2022 goals; revised document due October 11, 2022
• Discussed potential revisions to 2022 goal actions; revised document due October 11, 2022

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 3rd Quarter goals update. The meeting includes verbal updates on Parks and Recreation and Community Development projects.

• 3rd Quarter Goals Update
• Parks and Recreation project updates
• Community Development project updates

The Rosemount City Council held a work session on September 6, 2022, receiving updates on Q3 goals, parks projects, and zoning code revisions. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary 2023 budget and levy and a purchase agreement for McMenomy Woods. The meeting includes several land use approvals and a contract for sewer improvements.

• Preliminary 2023 Budget and Levy
• McMenomy Woods Purchase Agreement
• Contract for Driver Avenue & Trunk Sanitary Sewer Improvements
• Final Plat for the Frana Manufacturing Facility
• Minor Amendment to Amber Fields Planned Unit Development Agreement

The council adopted a resolution setting the preliminary 2023 general fund operating budget and a 5.96% property tax levy increase. It also approved a purchase agreement for the McMenomy Woods property, an 80-acre future city park. Councilmember Block announced her immediate resignation.

• Adopted preliminary 2023 budget and 5.96% levy increase (5-0)
• Approved purchase agreement for McMenomy Woods fee title (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, tort liability insurance limits, minutes, Halloween event service agreement, minor subdivision for Scannell Properties, final plat for Frana Manufacturing Facility, minor amendment to Amber Fields PUD, joint powers agreement for irrigation audit, and award of contract for Driver Avenue sanitary sewer improvements (5-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will conduct a tour and meeting on August 24, 2022. The session includes a presentation by Assistant Fire Chief Jim Voelker and a roundtable discussion.

• Tour and meeting at Fire Station No. 2 (2047 Connemara Trail W.)
• Presentation by Assistant Fire Chief Jim Voelker
• Leadership Reflections discussion

The meeting was largely informational and procedural. Commissioners toured Fire Station 2, heard a presentation from the Assistant Fire Chief, shared leadership quotes, and discussed summer activities and upcoming events. No substantive decisions or votes on policy or funding were made.

• Adopted the agenda (9-0, 10 absent)
• Approved the consent agenda (9-0, 10 absent)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:57 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development requests, including a transmission facility permit and a townhome project. The body will also consider a final plat for a manufacturing plant.

• Final Plat for Frana Manufacturing Plant (22-72-FP)
• Minor Subdivision request by Scannell Properties #527, LLC (22-62-MS)
• Condominium garage facility site plan, CUP, and PUD plan for Pineridge Hillside
• Transmission Facility Permit for Flint Hills Resources pipeline to CF Industries terminal
• Rezoning and plat for 12 townhome units by Robert McNearney Custom Homes

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of a PUD Master Development Plan, Conditional Use Permit, and Final Site Plan for a 67-unit car condominium garage facility at Pineridge Hillside. The commission also recommended approval of a minor subdivision for Rich Valley 2nd Addition, a transmission facility permit for Flint Hills Resources, and a major amendment to the Meadows of Bloomfield PUD for 12 townhome units. All votes were 5-0.

• Recommended approval of Minor Subdivision for Rich Valley 2nd Addition (5-0)
• Recommended approval of PUD Master Development Plan with rezoning for condominium garage facility (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for self-service storage facility (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Final Site and Building Plan for condominium garage facility (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Transmission Facility Permit for Flint Hills Resources pipeline (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary and Final Plats for Autumn Terrace townhomes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Map amendment to R2 PUD for Autumn Terrace site (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Major Amendment to Meadows of Bloomfield PUD for Autumn Terrace (5-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The commission is conducting its annual meeting and reviewing 2022 goals and education outreach. The session includes a presentation from the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization.

• Oath of office for Neal Shoe
• Presentation by Brita Moore-Kutz regarding Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization
• Review of 2022 Goals updates
• Review of 2022 Education & Outreach Calendar

The Environment & Sustainability Commission heard a presentation from the Vermillion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization and discussed updates to its 2022 goals. Commissioners noted the Organics Drop Site goal is complete and agreed to reassess remaining goals at a September 13 work session. No formal decisions were made beyond approving prior meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Administered oath to new commissioner Neal Shoe

Port Authority

The Port Authority will meet to discuss current housing and retail market updates. The body will also receive updates on existing projects.

• Housing and Retail Market Update
• Project Updates

The Rosemount Port Authority met on August 16, 2022, and took only procedural actions: adopting the agenda and approving the July 19 meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made. The meeting included a housing and retail market update, discussion of a potential baseball facility, and project updates, but no formal votes on these items.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 19, 2022 regular meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several development requests, including a 250-unit multifamily community and a Life Time athletic facility. The body will also consider a request for a manufacturing facility with outdoor storage.

• Amber Fields 7th Addition: 250-unit multifamily community
• Life Time athletic facility: Preliminary Plat and PUD amendment
• Frana Companies, Inc.: Manufacturing facility with outdoor storage
• Parking Lot Use Joint Powers Agreement with ISD 196
• Subdivision Agreements for Amber Fields 6th Development and Rich Valley 1st Addition

The Rosemount City Council approved a Comprehensive Land Use Plan Amendment changing part of Prestwick Place from commercial to high-density residential, despite a Planning Commission recommendation to deny. It also approved a major amendment to the Prestwick Place PUD for the same area. Additionally, the council approved preliminary plats and PUD amendments for a Life Time athletic facility and a Frana Companies manufacturing plant, and authorized a new Battalion Chief position.

• Approved Comprehensive Land Use Plan Amendment for Prestwick Place (4-1)
• Approved Major Amendment to Prestwick Place PUD (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Prestwick Place 23rd Addition (5-0)
• Approved major amendment to Prestwick Place PUD for Life Time facility (5-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Frana Manufacturing Plant (5-0)
• Rezoned Frana site from BP to LI (5-0)
• Approved PUD and Conditional Use Permit for Frana outdoor storage (5-0)
• Authorized creation of Battalion Chief position (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal to update the zoning code and authorize a professional services contract with HKGi. The body is also considering several subdivision agreements and relocation or encroachment agreements for city infrastructure.

• Zoning Code Update Proposal and professional services contract with HKGi
• Subdivision Agreements for Amber Fields 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Developments
• Subdivision Agreement for Talamore 2nd Development
• Great River Energy Relocation Agreement for Auburn Avenue
• Northern Natural Gas Encroachment Agreement for Autumn Path

The Rosemount City Council approved the consent agenda as a single motion, covering 12 items including bills, minutes, commissioner appointments, a fire relief fund benefit proposal, a relocation agreement, zoning code update contract, and multiple subdivision agreements. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent agenda approval, and the meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda with 12 items (4-0)
• Approved bills listing
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 regular meeting
• Approved commissioner appointments
• Approved fire relief fund benefit proposal
• Approved Great River Energy relocation agreement for Auburn Avenue
• Approved zoning code update contract with HKGi
• Approved subdivision agreements for Amber Fields 2nd-5th, Talamore 2nd, and Amber Fields 4th

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council held a work session to review the preliminary 2023 budget, agreeing to set the budget ceiling at the September regular meeting. They also reviewed the National Guard Armory remodel proposal, which includes a $6.2 million cost-share request, and discussed a feasibility study for a trail along Bonaire Path, favoring option A. No formal votes were taken; decisions were directional.

• Agreed to set 2023 budget ceiling at September regular meeting
• Favored option A for Bonaire Path trail, with option C as fallback
• Tabled discussion on Prestwick Place PUD amendment until after regular meeting
• Requested additional information from developer for Akron housing amendment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several land use and development requests. These include proposals for a multifamily community, a manufacturing facility, and an athletic facility.

• Garrett Companies request for a 250-unit multifamily community at Amber Fields 7th Addition
• Akron 42, LLC request for a Comprehensive Guide Plan and PUD amendment for Prestwick Place
• Frana Companies request for a manufacturing facility with outdoor storage
• LTF Lease Company LLC request to construct a Life Time athletic facility

The Rosemount Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of a major amendment to the Amber Fields PUD and preliminary/final plats for a 250-unit multifamily community, subject to conditions including a $82,500 landscape surety and trunk charges. They also recommended approval of a major amendment to the Prestwick Place PUD to remove Outlots I and J, but denied a related land use change for the northern 8.1 acres. Additionally, they recommended approval of a manufacturing facility expansion for Frana Companies and a Life Time athletic facility, each with conditions.

• Recommended approval of Amber Fields 7th Addition preliminary/final plats (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Amber Fields PUD amendment allowing 10 units per building and 16.12 units/acre density (5-0)
• Recommended denial of land use change for northern 8.1 acres of Outlot I (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Prestwick Place PUD amendment removing Outlots I and J (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Frana Companies preliminary plat (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Frana Companies rezoning from BP to LI (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Frana Companies PUD master development plan with deviations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Life Time athletic facility preliminary plat, PUD amendment, and site plan (5-0)

Utility Commission

The Rosemount Utility Commission met on July 25, 2022, and received a presentation from Short Elliot Hendrikson on three water treatment plant options based on current and projected needs. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with updates on rebates, meter shortages, and well pumping. The commission discussed possibly moving to quarterly meetings and set the next agenda for September 26, 2022.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at the meeting
• Received presentation on three water treatment plant options
• Discussed modifying bylaws to reduce meetings to quarterly (no action taken)
• Set agenda for September 26, 2022 meeting

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved preliminary and final plats for Amber Fields 6th Addition and a major amendment to the Amber Fields Planned Unit Development Agreement, allowing construction of a 268-unit multifamily community. The project, located adjacent to County Road 42, will be market-rate units. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda with item 6.l. removed (5-0)
• Approved temporary street closings for bike races and parade (5-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plats for Amber Fields 6th Addition (5-0)
• Approved Major Amendment to Amber Fields PUD Agreement (5-0)

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority met on July 19, 2022, and took only procedural actions: adopting the agenda and approving the June 21, 2022, regular meeting minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational updates on the Open to Business program, Port Authority structure, and project updates.

• Adopted the agenda (6-0)
• Approved the June 21, 2022, regular meeting minutes (6-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment & Sustainability Commission approved a tour of the new organics drop site following the meeting and scheduled a work session for September 13, 2022. They also discussed promoting the organics drop site kickoff event at Leprechaun Days and noted upcoming presentations and a rain garden project.

• Approved tour of organics drop site following meeting (4-0)
• Approved goals work session date discussion for September meeting (4-0)
• Approved work session on September 13, 2022 following regular meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council met on July 5, 2022, and approved the agenda and consent agenda unanimously. The consent agenda included approval of bills, meeting minutes, appointment of election judges, a resolution for a civil penalty, acceptance of public improvements for Harmony Parkview and the 2021 Street Improvement Project, and a change order for Bonaire Path East. No public comment was given, and no substantive new business was discussed.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, election judges, civil penalty resolution, public improvements acceptance, and change order (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council held a work session to review the preliminary 2023 budget, which shows a 7.54% increase in the operating budget and a 5.96% increase in the property tax levy, equating to a $65 increase on median-valued homes. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. Updates were provided on parks, development projects, and engineering, but no votes were taken.

• Reviewed preliminary 2023 budget with 7.54% operating increase and 5.96% levy increase (no vote)
• Discussed department budget highlights including police staffing and fire equipment (no vote)
• Noted Bonaire Path Trail Feasibility Study completed, to be presented at future meeting (no vote)
• Reported McMenomy Family signed purchase agreement for park land, closing expected November 2022 (no vote)
• Discussed LifeTime purchase recommendation for November 2022, groundbreaking postponed to 2023 (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously at 6:53 pm

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development requests from Maplewood Development, Inc. and Continental 664 Fund LLC. The body will also consider a final plat for US Home, LLC and a variance request for accessory buildings.

• Talamore 2nd Addition Final Plat request by US Home, LLC
• Amber Fields 4th Addition Preliminary and Final Plat request by Maplewood Development, Inc.
• Amber Fields 5th Addition Preliminary and Final Plats request by Maplewood Development, Inc.
• Springs at Rosemount Major Amendment to Amber Fields PUD Master Development Plan, Preliminary and Final Plats request by Continental 664 Fund LLC
• Side yard setback variance request for accessory buildings by Gerald and Carol Groff

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the Amber Fields 4th and 5th Addition preliminary and final plats, each subject to conditions including subdivision agreements, engineer conformance, connection street, outlot dedication, and surety/trunk charges. It also approved a major amendment to the Amber Fields PUD and the Springs at Rosemount plats, and granted a side yard setback variance for accessory buildings at 2984 120th Street West. All votes were 5-0.

• Recommended approval of Amber Fields 4th Addition preliminary and final plats (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Amber Fields 5th Addition preliminary and final plats (5-0)
• Approved Amber Fields 6th Addition preliminary and final plats (5-0)
• Recommended approval of major amendment to Amber Fields PUD (5-0)
• Approved variance for side yard setback from 30 ft to 6 ft at 2984 120th St W (5-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission is meeting to discuss upcoming community activities and interests. The body will coordinate participation in several local summer events.

• Splash Pad Summer Celebration on July 21
• Leprechaun Days booth (July 29-30) and parade (July 30)
• Night to Unite on August 2
• Discussion of interests, topics, tours, and speakers

The Rosemount Youth Commission held a regular meeting on June 22, 2022, and adopted the agenda and consent agenda, both by a 12-0 vote with 7 absent. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on planning upcoming events, including a Splash Pad Summer Celebration, Leprechaun Days booth and parade, and Night to Unite, as well as a survey on future tours and speakers.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (12-0, 7 absent)
• Approved the consent agenda (12-0, 7 absent)

City Council

The City Council will receive an update from the design team regarding the Public Works and Police Department campus project. The discussion will focus on budget and scope options influenced by inflation and the city's growth trajectory.

• Presentation of three project scope options
• Review of budget and tax impacts for the campus project

The City Council held a work session to discuss the Police and Public Works Campus project. The design team presented building scope, budget, and options, and council agreed the 'good' option was not viable. Direction was given to pursue a 'better plus' option, with staff to investigate financial options and present details later. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was procedural and adjourned unanimously.

• Directed staff to pursue 'better plus' option for Police/Public Works Campus (no formal vote)
• Agreed 'good' option for campus project not viable (discussion)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion by Droste, second by Essler)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a comprehensive plan and zoning amendment for the expansion of the SKB Landfill Facility. The body is also considering a rezoning request for a memory care and assisted living facility at Rosewood Commons.

• Rezoning and amendment for memory care and assisted living facility at Rosewood Commons
• Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map Amendment for SKB Landfill Facility expansion
• Public hearing for North 20 Brewing Company on-sale brewer taproom and off-sale small brewer license
• Public hearing to authorize the updated Rosemount Business Subsidy Policy
• Local Road Improvement Grant Agreement with MnDOT for Bonaire Path East railroad crossing improvements

The Rosemount City Council approved a series of actions allowing SKB Environmental to expand its landfill eastward, including a comprehensive plan amendment, zoning change, preliminary plat, and interim use permit amendment. The council also approved a rezoning and minor amendment for a memory care facility, a new liquor license for North 20 Brewing, and an updated business subsidy policy. All votes were unanimous except the Rosewood Commons rezoning, which passed 3-2.

• Approved SKB landfill expansion: comprehensive plan amendment (5-0)
• Approved SKB landfill expansion: zoning change to WM (5-0)
• Approved SKB Rosemount 2nd Addition preliminary plat (5-0)
• Approved SKB interim use permit amendment (5-0)
• Rezoned Rosewood Commons lot from C4 to R4 for memory care facility (3-2)
• Approved minor amendment to Rosewood Commons PUD agreement (3-2)
• Approved on-sale/off-sale liquor license for North 20 Brewing (5-0)
• Adopted updated Business Subsidy Policy (5-0)

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority held a regular meeting on June 21, 2022, with all seven commissioners present. The agenda was adopted with a 7-0 vote, and the consent agenda, including approval of the May 17, 2022 minutes, was also approved 7-0. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on procedural items, project updates, and commissioner reports.

• Adopted the agenda (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May 17, 2022 minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council held a special meeting on June 14, 2022, and approved an on-sale liquor license for Carbone's Pizza & Pub, which will be used for the Rhythm Fest event on June 17, 2022, in Central Park. The council also discussed booth activities, including a Polco sign-up station and community survey results. The meeting adjourned at 12:06 pm.

• Approved on-sale liquor license for Carbone's Pizza & Pub (unanimous)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The commission is meeting to provide updates on 2022 goals and the education and outreach calendar. Members will also discuss GreenStep Cities planning and hold a work session.

• Oath of office for Eric Johnson
• 2022 Goals updates
• 2022 Education & Outreach Calendar
• GreenStep Cities Planning

The Environment & Sustainability Commission approved a September work session to discuss goal reallocation. They also welcomed new commissioner Eric Johnson, who was sworn in. Updates were provided on the organics drop site construction and the No Mow May program, which had over 270 participants.

• Approved minutes of April 12, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved September work session for goal reallocation (5-0)
• Administered oath to new commissioner Eric Johnson

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting the 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and other financial documents. The meeting includes the oath of office for Deputy Chief of Police Carson Thomas and a public comment session regarding the city's Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.

• Acceptance of 2021 Management and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Bids for Boulder Ave Extension Project (City Project 2022-02)
• Bids for construction of Driver Avenue & Trunk Sanitary Sewer
• Subdivision Agreement for Rosewood Commons Development
• Professional services agreement with WSB & Associates for Assistant City Engineer and Development Review

The Rosemount City Council approved plans and authorized advertisement for bids for the Driver Avenue & Trunk Sanitary Sewer project (City Project 2022-15), which will provide road and sewer access for the Scannell Properties development. The project will be funded by Scannell, city utility core funds, and ARPA funds. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a 3.2% malt liquor license renewal and a subdivision agreement for Rosewood Commons, and swore in a new Deputy Chief of Police.

• Approved Driver Avenue & Trunk Sanitary Sewer project plans and bid advertisement (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, commissioner appointment, liquor license renewals, WSB contract, Boulder Ave project, Rosewood Commons agreement, Dakota 911 JPA, donation, and Shannon Park easement (5-0)
• Swore in Carson Thomas as Deputy Chief of Police
• Declared June 2022 as Small Cities Month

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council expressed support for Dakota County's acquisition of a conservation easement on the McMenomy property, with the city's portion for fee title estimated at $349,650 for 69.4 acres. The item will be presented at the June 21 regular council meeting. The council also discussed a Bird scooter program, directing staff to research and report back in the fall, and reviewed facility rental fees and ordinance changes, but no formal votes were taken.

• Supported Dakota County proceeding with McMenomy Woods conservation easement acquisition
• Directed staff to present McMenomy Woods item at June 21 regular council meeting
• Directed staff to research Bird scooter program and report back in fall
• Directed staff to investigate Friday vs. Saturday rental fee spread at Steeple Center
• Directed staff to amend ordinance on council vacancy appointments per state statute

Youth Commission

The Rosemount Youth Commission held a regular meeting and elected officers for the 2022-2023 term: Thatcher Buck as Chairperson, Ainsley Bartz as First Vice Chair, and Julia Alex as Second Vice Chair, each by unanimous vote. The commission also approved the agenda and consent agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included introductions, a bylaws review, and discussion of upcoming events.

• Approved meeting agenda (23-0)
• Approved consent agenda (23-0)
• Elected Thatcher Buck as Chairperson (21-0)
• Elected Ainsley Bartz as First Vice Chair (21-0)
• Elected Julia Alex as Second Vice Chair (21-0)

Planning Commission

The Rosemount Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of SKB Environmental's landfill expansion, including a comprehensive plan amendment, zoning map amendment, preliminary plat, and amended interim use permit, all with conditions. The commission also recommended approval of a rezoning and site plan for a 32-unit assisted living facility, approved preliminary and final plats for Amber Fields 3rd Addition, and continued a variance request for a shed setback to the June meeting.

• Recommended approval of SKB landfill comprehensive plan amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SKB landfill zoning map amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SKB preliminary plat with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SKB interim use permit amendment with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning for assisted living facility (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 32-unit assisted living facility (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Amber Fields 3rd Addition plats (5-0)
• Continued shed variance request to June meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council is meeting to consider several land-use and public works items. Key actions include public hearings on the 2022 street improvement project assessments, conduit debt issuance, and a new industrial district, plus new business on the Amber Fields Second Addition plats and a land use plan amendment and rezoning near Highway 3 and CSAH 46. The consent agenda includes a conditional use permit for a commercial event center, a minor subdivision for Spectro Alloys, and a zoning text amendment.

• 2022 Street Improvement Project (Project 2022-01) assessment hearing and adoption of assessment roll
• Amber Fields Second Addition preliminary and final plats and major PUD amendment by Maplewood Development
• Comprehensive Land Use Plan amendment and rezoning in the Highway 3 and CSAH 46 area
• Conditional use permit for Joe Bezotte for a commercial event center in AG district
• Minor subdivision for Spectro Alloys to combine parcels at 13130 and 13220 Doyle Path

The Rosemount City Council approved the assessment roll for the 2022 Street Improvement Project, despite resident concerns about truck traffic from a nearby business. The council also approved a host approval for conduit debt issuance, established the Connemara Industrial Development District, and approved the Amber Fields Second Addition plats and PUD amendment. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two council members absent.

• Adopted assessment roll for 2022 Street Improvement Project (3-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement and host approval for conduit debt issuance with Hampton and Landfall Village (3-0)
• Established Connemara Industrial Development District and adopted development plan (3-0)
• Approved Amber Fields Second Addition preliminary and final plats (3-0)
• Approved major amendment to Amber Fields PUD agreement (3-0)
• Authorized execution of Amber Fields PUD amendment (3-0)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment changing land use from CC-Community Commercial to CP-Business Park (3-0)
• Rezoned site from LI, PI, C3, GI to BP-Business Park (3-0)

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority unanimously approved a resolution establishing the Connemara Industrial Development District and adopting its development plan, after a public hearing with no comments. The board also recommended City Council approval of the Business Subsidy Policy, following edits from the March meeting. Project updates were provided, including ribbon cuttings, construction progress, and a new tenant for the former Sweet Harvest building.

• Approved resolution establishing Connemara Industrial Development District and development plan (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Business Subsidy Policy (5-0)
• Approved April 19, 2022, regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved the Bray Hill Planned Unit Development, including rezoning, preliminary and final plats, and a subdivision agreement, all unanimously. The 17.50-acre project will add 49 single-family homes south of Bonaire Path and east of Akron Avenue. The council also approved consent agenda items, including staff promotions and a minor amendment to the Omni Orchards winery PUD.

• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, and Lennar's Talamore final plat (4-0)
• Appointed 19 individuals to the Youth Commission (4-0)
• Approved staff promotions for Jessie Paque and Aaron Menza (4-0)
• Approved vacation of drainage and utility easements for Bray Hill (4-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Bray Hill (4-0)
• Rezoned Bray Hill from AG to R2 PUD (4-0)
• Approved PUD Master Development Plan Agreement for Bray Hill (4-0)
• Approved final plat and subdivision agreement for Bray Hill (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council held a work session on May 3, 2022, receiving updates on the Police and Public Works campus project, including space needs and design concepts. No formal decisions were made; the council requested a cost-benefit analysis of a proposed fitness area for a future meeting. The project timeline was reviewed, with bidding in 2023 and construction in 2024. The council also discussed using ARPA funds for the Driver Avenue project, which was generally accepted but not formally approved.

• Requested cost-benefit analysis for fitness area in Police/Public Works campus (no vote)
• Reviewed tentative timeline: bidding 2023, construction 2024 (no formal action)
• Discussed ARPA funds for Driver Avenue project, generally accepted (no formal action)

Youth Commission

The Rosemount Youth Commission held a regular meeting with 13 members present. They unanimously adopted the agenda and consent agenda. The meeting featured introductions of city staff panelists, a leadership lesson discussion, and a roundtable on members' plans. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adopted meeting agenda (13-0)
• Approved consent agenda (13-0)

Planning Commission

The Rosemount Planning Commission voted unanimously (5-0) on all items, recommending City Council approval of a variance, a zoning text amendment, a conditional use permit, plats, and a comprehensive plan amendment. It also approved the consent agenda and elected officers.

• Elected Kenninger as Chairperson and Reed as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Talamore Farms final plat (5-0)
• Recommended approval of variance at 12860 Shannon Parkway reducing side yard setback from 30 to 15 feet (5-0)
• Recommended approval of text amendment for commercial event centers in AG district (5-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for commercial event center (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Spectro Alloys minor subdivision and plats (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Amber Fields 2nd Addition plats and PUD amendment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning to BP-Business Park (5-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved a Letter of Intent for a recreational facility lease with LTF Lease Company, LLC, and a purchase agreement with Akron 42, LLC for about 29 acres at Hwy 42 and Akron Ave. The city will contribute $21 million of the $48 million project, funded by landfill fees, with Life Time operating the facility. The council also awarded contracts for skate park improvements and the Bella Vista Greenway trail project.

• Approved Letter of Intent for Recreational Facility Lease with LTF Lease Company, LLC (5-0)
• Approved Purchase Agreement with Akron 42, LLC for ~29 acres at Hwy 42 and Akron Ave (5-0)
• Awarded skate park hardscape improvement contract to Odessa II (5-0)
• Awarded Bella Vista Greenway Trail contract to Minnesota Dirt Works (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, donations, joint powers agreements, and termination of police officer (5-0)
• Appointed commissioners to Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Environment & Sustainability Commissions (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Rosemount Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a place of worship in a low-density residential zone and on a Planned Unit Development with rezoning and plats for Bray Hill. It will also consider consent items including final plats for Caramore Crossing 3rd Addition and Rosewood Commons, plus approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit for Al-Madina Association place of worship in R1-Low Density Residential district (22-04-CUP)
• Bray Hill PUD Master Development Plan with rezoning and preliminary/final plats by Builders Lot Group, LLC (22-13-PP, 22-14-PUD, 22-15-FP)
• Final Plat for Caramore Crossing 3rd Addition by D.R. Horton (22-10-FP)
• Final Plat for Rosewood Commons by KJ Walk, Inc. (22-12-FP)
• Approval of February 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Youth Commission

The Rosemount Youth Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions beyond adopting the agenda and consent agenda. Members heard from Community Development Director Adam Kienberger about his role and city projects, and discussed a leadership lesson. The meeting was adjourned without any policy actions or votes on specific items.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (10-0)
• Approved the consent agenda (10-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved a resolution reestablishing all precinct boundaries and re-designating polling places for the 2022 elections, following redistricting. The consent agenda, including items like the purchasing policy update and public improvement acceptances, was also approved unanimously. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:14 p.m.

• Approved 2022 precinct boundaries and polling places resolution (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, interfund transfers, purchasing policy update, well upgrades, and public improvements (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision for Bruestle property (consent agenda)
• Approved final plat for Emerald Isle 3rd Addition (consent agenda)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment & Sustainability Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of a NoMow May proclamation, allowing lawns to grow unmown during May while Public Works continues mowing as needed. The commission also approved participation in the Leprechaun Days Midsummer Faire on July 29-30, 2022, and changed its August and November meeting dates to avoid election scheduling conflicts. All votes were 7-0.

• Recommended NoMow May proclamation to City Council (7-0)
• Approved participation in Leprechaun Days Midsummer Faire on July 29-30, 2022 (7-0)
• Changed August regular meeting to August 17, 2022 (7-0)
• Changed November regular meeting to November 14, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved April blog post (7-0)
• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved February 8, 2022 minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved the final plat and subdivision agreement for the Amber Fields development, which will add approximately 1,900 housing units on 435.5 acres. The council also reappointed Richard Schroeder as Fire Chief for three years and received the 2021 Community Survey results. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Councilmember Essler absent.

• Approved Amber Fields Final Plat resolution (4-0)
• Approved Amber Fields Subdivision Agreement (4-0)
• Reappointed Richard Schroeder as Fire Chief for three years (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including bills, minutes, permits, and easement agreement (4-0)
• Received 2021 Community Survey results (4-0)

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council held a work session with no formal votes or decisions. They reviewed 2022 goals, discussed the proposed recreation center with a max city contribution of $21 million funded by the SKB Trust Fund, and received updates on the Warren property and Speedway receivership. The next quarterly goal update is set for June.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at work session
• Reviewed 2022 goals and progress
• Discussed recreation center lease terms and $21M max city contribution
• Discussed Warren property redevelopment options, including senior living memory care
• Noted Speedway receivership on hold for 30 days

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a minor subdivision creating an 8.96-acre buildable lot at 12275 Cobblestone Lane, subject to conditions including a conservation easement, right-of-way dedication, and fees. It also approved a variance allowing the lot to be buildable without public street frontage. Additionally, the commission approved a variance reducing the wetland buffer structural setback from 30 feet to 15 feet for a new home on Dawn Brockman's property. All votes were unanimous (6-0) except for one abstention on the consent agenda item for Emerald Isle 3rd Addition.

• Approved the January 25, 2022, Regular Meeting Minutes (5-0, Kenninger abstained).
• Approved Final Plat for Emerald Isle 3rd Addition (5-0, Kenninger abstained).
• Approved Final (Outlot) Plat for Amber Fields (6-0).
• Approved a variance from public street frontage requirement for a new 8.96-acre lot (6-0).
• Recommended City Council approve a minor subdivision for 12275 Cobblestone Lane, subject to conditions (6-0).
• Approved a variance reducing wetland buffer setback from 30 to 15 feet for a new home (6-0).

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved a zoning text amendment increasing maximum building height to 4 stories (not exceeding 48 feet) in R-4 High Density Residential and Downtown districts, and another amendment allowing barbeques/open flames on balconies or patios for dwellings with private ingress/egress. The council also approved an interim use permit for Flint Hills Resources to construct a solar facility on 314 acres near its Pine Bend Refinery, and approved the vacation of a blanket drainage and utility easement over Outlots A and B in Ardan Place First Addition.

• Approved zoning text amendment to increase maximum building height to 4 stories (not exceeding 48 feet) in R-4 and Downtown districts.
• Approved zoning text amendment to allow fires or barbeques on balconies or patios for dwellings with private ingress/egress.
• Approved resolution vacating blanket drainage and utility easement over Outlots A and B, Ardan Place First Addition.
• Approved interim use permit for Flint Hills Resources to construct a solar facility on 314 acres near Pine Bend Refinery.
• Approved consent agenda items including labor agreements, off-site gambling application, ball field use agreement, and mineral extraction permit renewals.
• Received donations from First State Bank, Dakota Electric, Minnesota Energy Resources, Xcel Energy, and Rosemount Lions Club for Parks & Recreation.

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority approved its agenda and consent agenda, including the January 18, 2022, meeting minutes. Commissioners discussed updating the Business Subsidy Policy, which City Council identified as a 2022/2023 goal, and favored prioritizing economic development goals; staff will draft a revised policy for review. Project updates noted Omni Orchards' opening delayed to Fall 2022, a resolution in Super America's receivership case, and planning for the March 5 Home and Business Expo.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved the consent agenda, including January 18, 2022, minutes (6-0)
• Discussed updating the Business Subsidy Policy; staff to draft a revised policy for review
• Noted project updates: Omni Orchards opening delayed to Fall 2022; Super America receivership resolved; Home and Business Expo planned for March 5, 2022

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment & Sustainability Commission heard a presentation from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency on industrial air permitting, with discussion on enforcement. Commissioners assigned themselves 2022 goals and added topics to the education and outreach calendar. They also planned the Home Expo booth and noted City Council support for electric car charging stations, requesting further research. The minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved January 11, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Assigned 2022 goals to commissioners
• Added topics to 2022 education and outreach calendar
• Planned Home Expo booth materials on pollinators, energy savings, organics recycling

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved a consent agenda with multiple items, including a resolution amending the 2022 Parks and Recreation fee policy for the Steeple Center. In new business, the council authorized staff to enter into a contract with Kraus Anderson Construction Company as Construction Manager for the Police & Public Works Campus project. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, resolutions, agreements, and policy updates (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending 2022 Fee and Fee Policy for Steeple Center rates (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Kraus Anderson Construction Company for Construction Manager services (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They received updates on the CSAH 42 Visioning Study, the Technology Taskforce's electric vehicle policy ideas, and discussed limiting future tobacco/vape licenses. The council directed staff to investigate the tobacco licensing option further and return at a future meeting.

• Directed staff to investigate limiting tobacco/vape licenses (unanimous direction)
• Heard CSAH 42 Visioning Study update; resolution of support expected in March
• Received Technology Taskforce update on electric vehicle policy ideas

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council held a work session to review the 2021 progress of its Strategic Plan and set goals for 2022. The Council affirmed the existing plan's categories and assigned staff owners and timelines for tasks. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the session was procedural and focused on planning.

• Affirmed existing Strategic Plan categories for 2022
• Assigned staff owners and timelines for goal tasks
• Agreed to present goal progress quarterly at work sessions

Youth Commission

The Rosemount Youth Commission will tour the Family Resource Center and hold its regular meeting there. New business includes a presentation by Family Resource Center Coordinator Katie Ellis and a leadership lesson on ethical leadership. The meeting is largely routine, with consent agenda approval of prior minutes and member reports.

• Tour of Family Resource Center, 14521 Cimarron Ave. W
• Presentation by Family Resource Center Coordinator Katie Ellis
• Leadership Lesson: Ethical Leadership
• Approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Next meeting: February 23, 2022 at Steeple Center, 14375 South Robert Trail, Room 202

The Rosemount Youth Commission held a regular meeting, approving the agenda and consent agenda unanimously. Members toured the Police Department and heard from Family Resource Center Coordinator Katie Ellis about volunteer needs. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on informational updates and planning for a future Spring Event with seniors.

• Adopted meeting agenda (12-0)
• Approved consent agenda (12-0)

Planning Commission

The Rosemount Planning Commission recommended City Council approval of three permits: a renewal of Max Steininger, Inc.'s small-scale mineral extraction permit, a renewal of Dakota Aggregates' large-scale mineral extraction permit, and an interim use permit for Flint Hills Resources to construct a solar facility. All recommendations passed unanimously. The commission also approved the consent agenda, including the December 20, 2021 minutes and a final plat for Ardan Place 2nd Addition.

• Approved consent agenda including December 20, 2021 minutes and Ardan Place 2nd Addition final plat (5-0, Rivera abstained)
• Recommended approval of Max Steininger, Inc. small-scale mineral extraction permit renewal for 2022 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Dakota Aggregates large-scale mineral extraction permit renewal for 2022 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Flint Hills Resources interim use permit for solar facility (6-0)

Utility Commission

The Rosemount Utility Commission is meeting to discuss updates on water efficiency and stormwater rebates, review water consumption in city facilities, and set meeting dates for 2022-2023. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and an executive director's report with project updates and well pumping data.

• Water Efficiency and Stormwater Rebate Update
• Water Consumption in City Facilities
• Set Meeting Dates for 2022-2023
• Approval of October 25, 2021 minutes

The Rosemount Utility Commission approved the 2022-2023 meeting calendar and the minutes from the October 25, 2021 meeting. Staff provided updates on water efficiency rebates, water consumption at city facilities, and the smart meter rollout. No public hearings or audience input were held.

• Approved minutes of October 25, 2021 meeting (2-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 meeting calendar (2-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Rosemount City Council held after the regular meeting. The only agenda item is a discussion to prepare for the 2022 City Council goal-setting session. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Discussion of 2022 City Council goal-setting preparation

The Rosemount City Council met for a special work session on January 18, 2022, to prepare for an upcoming goal-setting session. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was procedural, with discussions on agenda items and staff updates. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive actions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the work session
• Discussed preparation for the 2022 City Council goal-setting session
• Received updates on FedEx board decision and Opus distribution center interest
• Noted Councilmember Block's appointment as Vice-Chair of Minnesota Valley Transit Authority
• Identified 5 broadband connection gaps in Rosemount; quote to be provided
• Staff to follow up on brewery status with Tap Society, Omni, and North 20

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved the 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for 2022-2031, which outlines major projects including the Rec Center, Diamond Path and Rosemount High School roundabouts, and a future water treatment plant. The council also approved the consent agenda (with one item pulled for discussion), including a minor subdivision split for a land swap with the Minnesota National Guard, and approved solid waste hauler licenses after discussion. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned to a work session.

• Adopted 10-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2022-2031 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 6.d removed (5-0)
• Approved solid waste hauler licenses for firms listed in executive summary (5-0)
• Approved minor subdivision split of northern 20 acres at 14221 Biscayne Avenue (part of consent agenda)
• Approved renewal of small scale mineral extraction permits for Bolander and Sons, Danner, Inc., and Shafer Contracting (part of consent agenda)
• Approved change of February 1, 2022 regular City Council meeting date (part of consent agenda)

Port Authority

The Rosemount Port Authority is holding a regular meeting where it will consider a resolution approving a TIF (Tax Increment Financing) note for Morrison Partners, LLC. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and project updates. This is a formal meeting where action can be taken.

• Resolution approving TIF note for Morrison Partners, LLC
• Approval of December 21, 2021 regular meeting minutes
• Project updates under old business

The Rosemount Port Authority approved a resolution to issue a taxable tax increment revenue note, series 2022A, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $3,400,000 for the Morrison Partners, LLC redevelopment project. The note is pay-as-you-go and will be issued after receipt of a Certificate of Occupancy for the first residential phase. The motion passed unanimously (6-0).

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December 21, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Approved resolution for $3.4M TIF note for Morrison Partners (6-0)

Environment and Sustainability Commission

The Environment and Sustainability Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve a Pollinator Friendly Habitat Resolution. They also approved their 2022 goals with additions on reducing deicer use and protecting drinking water sources, and set meeting dates for 2022-2023. The meeting was largely procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes of November 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Pollinator Friendly Habitat Resolution (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Commission Goals with changes (7-0)
• Set 2022-2023 meeting dates (7-0)

City Council

The Rosemount City Council approved a Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County to share construction costs for a Multi-Purpose Park and Trail Head Building at the Flint Hills Athletic Complex. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). The building would be available for rent and events, and the project is expected to go out for bid within four weeks.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills, minutes, appointments, and 2022 designations (5-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for Flint Hills park building cost share (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Rosemount City Council discussed updating multi-family building height standards, considering options of 48 feet downtown and 55 feet outside, or a uniform 48 feet. They directed staff to gather developer feedback on marketable height limits and report back. No formal decisions were made; the session was procedural and informational.

• Directed staff to connect with developers for feedback on building height limits
• Discussed options for maximum building heights (48 ft downtown, 55 ft outside, or uniform 48 ft)