Roseville public meetings in 2025

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will approve meeting minutes, set its 2026 schedule, and discuss strategic priorities and member guide updates.

• Approval of 2026 Meeting Calendar
• Strategic Priority Objective Discussion: Commissions
• Commissioner Guide Update Discussion
• Discussion about vacant commission seat
• Approval of Meeting Minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the 2026 EDA and City Budget, tax levy, and liquor license renewals. The body is also deciding on 2026 utility rates and administrative penalty schedules.

• Public hearing for 2026 EDA and City Budget, Tax Levy, and Electric and Gas Utility Franchise Fees
• Adoption of 2026 Utility Rates
• Adoption of 2026 Fee and Administrative Penalty Schedules
• Public hearing for 2026 liquor license renewals
• Labor agreement ratification with International Association of FireFighters (IAFF) Local 5051

The Roseville City Council approved the meeting agenda unanimously. It also unanimously proclaimed January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month. No other actions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Proclaimed Jan 2026 Human Trafficking Awareness Month (4-0)

Variance Board

The Variance Board will hold a public hearing to consider three requests for exceptions to city code. These requests involve building additions and street frontage requirements at three different locations.

• Second story home addition setback request at 513 Heinel Drive (PF25-019)
• Hempel Real Estate street frontage requirement request at 2700 Snelling Avenue (PF25-016)
• Roseville Automotive addition side yard setback request at 2150 Hamline Avenue (PF25-018)

The board approved its agenda and the June 4 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to table the second‑story addition request at 513 Heinel Drive until Jan 7 2026. It recommended approval of a reduced 2.5‑ft side‑yard setback for a vehicle service addition at 2150 Hamline Avenue, passing 2‑1, and then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (3‑0)
• Approved June 4 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Tabled Planning File 25‑019 until Jan 7 2026 (3‑0)
• Recommended approval of 2.5‑ft side yard setback at 2150 Hamline Ave (2‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for a motor vehicle repair and auto body shop. The body will also approve the 2026 meeting calendar for the Variance Board and Planning Commission.

• Public hearing for PF25-018: motor vehicle repair and auto body shop conditional use at 2150 Hamline Avenue
• Approval of 2026 Variance Board & Planning Commission Meeting Calendar

The commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve a conditional use for Roseville Automotive’s motor vehicle repair shop at 2150 Hamline Avenue. The recommendation passed with six votes in favor, one abstention, and no opposition. The commission also approved the 2026 meeting calendar for the Variance Board and Planning Commission. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommend City Council approve conditional use for Roseville Automotive (2150 Hamline Ave) – motion carried 6‑0‑1 (Aspnes abstained)
• Approve 2026 Variance Board and Planning Commission meeting calendar – motion carried 7‑0
• Approve agenda for the December 3 meeting – motion carried 7‑0
• Approve minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting – motion carried 7‑0
• Adjourn the meeting – motion carried 7‑0

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss converting tennis courts at Central Park Victoria to shared use for pickleball and tennis. The body will also receive updates on Rosebrook Park improvements and the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• Conversion of Central Park Victoria Tennis Courts to Shared Use Pickleball/Tennis Courts
• Rosebrook Park Improvements Update
• Maintenance and Operations Center Update

The Roseville Parks & Recreation Commission approved the meeting agenda with a 10‑0 vote. The November 6, 2025 meeting minutes were approved with seven ayes, no nays and three abstentions. No other actions were voted on at this meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (10-0)
• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (7-0-3)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the 2026 EDA and City Budget and Levy, as well as delinquent miscellaneous charges. Members will also consider an ordinance regarding dangerous animal hearing officer requirements.

• 2026 EDA and City Budget and Levy Public Hearing
• Public Hearing to Certify Delinquent Miscellaneous Charges
• Ordinance amending Title 5, Section 501.15 regarding Dangerous Animal Hearing Officer requirements
• Premise Permit for St. Paul Firefighters Local 21 at 1595 Highway 36 West, Suite 1020
• Final payments for Tamarack Park Pathway Project 24-03 and 2025 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining 25-06

The council adopted Resolution 12192, approving the certification of unpaid miscellaneous charges to the County Auditor for collection on property taxes. The vote was unanimous, with all five members voting aye. The agenda was also approved unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 12192 approving certification of delinquent miscellaneous charges to County Auditor (5-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (5-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will meet to approve the agenda and discuss the 2026 Public Works Work Plan and the Pathway Master Plan. The meeting will also include a review of meeting minutes and a session for member-initiated agenda items.

• Receive Public Comment
• 2026 Public Works Work Plan
• Pathway Master Plan Discussion
• 2026 PWET Commission Meeting Dates
• Approve October Minutes

The commission voted unanimously to add segments A through H to the Pathway Master Plan, expanding trail connections across the city. It also approved moving the May 2026 commission meeting to the third Tuesday and adopted the October 28, 2025 meeting minutes. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved addition of segments A & B to Pathway Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved addition of segment C to Pathway Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved addition of segment D to Pathway Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved addition of segment E (Hamlin to Lexington) to Pathway Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved addition of segments F, G, and H to Pathway Master Plan (6-0)
• Approved 2026 PWET Commission Calendar with May date change (6-0)
• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will consider resolutions regarding grant applications and agreements for local housing and community projects. The body will also discuss a request from Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity regarding the timing of a monetary contribution.

• Resolution of support for Oyate Ota Center grant applications for 965 Larpenteur Avenue
• Grant agreement with Ramsey County Housing & Redevelopment Authority for Community Land Trust Program
• Request by Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity to alter timing of REDA monetary contribution

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding 2026 liquor license renewals and a minor plat request. Members will also consider the abatement of private hydrants at five different locations and the adoption of gas and electric franchise fees.

• Public hearing for 2026 liquor license renewals
• Adoption of Gas and Electric Franchise Ordinances and Fees
• Public hearing for minor plat PF25-017
• Abatement of private hydrants at 1375 Commerce Street, 1960 Twin Lakes Parkway, 2597 Cleveland Avenue, 1641 County Road B2, and 1885 County Road C
• PUD Amendment for home design at 180-188 Elmer Street

The council approved the renewal of the requested 2026 liquor licenses, pending receipt of all applicant materials and payments. It directed Public Works to abate non‑compliant private hydrants at five properties. The council also postponed the abatement at 1765 Chatsworth Street until Dec 8, 2025, authorizing staff to proceed later if needed. All actions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved 2026 liquor license renewals (5-0)
• Directed abatement of private hydrant at 1375 Commerce Street (5-0)
• Directed abatement of private hydrant at 1960 Twin Lakes Parkway (5-0)
• Directed abatement of private hydrant at 2597 Cleveland Avenue (5-0)
• Directed abatement of private hydrant at 1641 County Road B2 (5-0)
• Directed abatement of private hydrant at 1885 County Road C (5-0)
• Postponed abatement at 1765 Chatsworth Street until Dec 8, 2025 (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Commission will discuss strategic priority objectives regarding commissions and community engagement in decision making. Members will also review the 2026 meeting calendar and the Commissioner Guide.

• Strategic Priority Objective Discussion: Commissions
• Strategic Priority Objective Update: Community Engagement in Decision Making
• 2026 Meeting Calendar
• Commissioner Guide Update Discussion

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will establish its 2026 meeting calendar and work plan. Members will also receive updates on the 2026 budget and the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• 2026 Budget update
• Maintenance and Operations Center update/discussion
• Establishment of 2026 Work Plan
• Establishment of 2026 Meeting Calendar
• Civic Campus Final Design Stakeholder Group representative

The commission approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It endorsed staff recommendations for utility rate increases—water fund 5.5%, storm drainage 0%, sanitary sewer 2%, recycling 3%—and recommended city‑council approval. The commission agreed to update the debt policy by raising the statutory market‑value limit to 3% and changing the AAA bond rating to a strong credit rating. Commissioners selected Commissioner Sadiq Dahir to serve as the city’s representative on the Civic Campus Final Design Stakeholder Group, and the meeting adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Endorsed utility rate increase recommendations (water 5.5%, storm drainage 0%, sanitary sewer 2%, recycling 3%)
• Recommended city council approve the endorsed utility rate increases
• Adopted debt‑policy updates: raise statutory market‑value limit to 3% and change AAA bond rating to strong credit rating
• Selected Commissioner Sadiq Dahir as representative to the Civic Campus Final Design Stakeholder Group
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority (REDA) will review a tax-increment financing report and vote on multiple contracts tied to housing redevelopment and grant funds. The meeting includes approval of professional service agreements and adoption of the 2026 meeting calendar.

• Consider a resolution for a Second Amendment to Contract for Private Redevelopment at Harbor at Twin Lakes
• Consider a resolution for a Subgrant Agreement with Oyate Ota Center for reuse of 965 Larpenteur Avenue West
• Authorize professional service agreements for 2026-2028 with CEE, Ehlers, Golden Shovel, Kennedy & Graven, and MCCD
• Adopt 2026 REDA meeting calendar
• Authorize redeployment of repayment proceeds for grant funds as loan proceeds

City Council

The City Council will review proposed 2026 utility rates and fee schedules. The body will also consider penalty approvals for alcohol compliance checks and discuss gas and electric franchise ordinances.

• Approve Construction Manager at Risk Agreements for Civic Campus Project
• Review 2026 Proposed Utility Rates and Fee and Administrative Penalty Schedules
• Public hearing to certify unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll
• Alcohol compliance check penalty approvals for Chu Chao Liquor, Red Lobster, Axels Bonfire/DoubleTree, and Speedway
• Ramsey County Cooperative Agreement for Lexington Sidewalk Project from County Road B to Sherren Street

The council approved the meeting agenda and adopted Resolution No. 12184 directing the County Auditor to levy unpaid water, sewer and other city charges. It approved presumptive penalties for four establishments—Chu Chao Liquor, Red Lobster, Axel's Bonfire/Double Tree, and Speedway—each with a $2,000 fine and specified suspension periods. The council also directed staff to revisit Red Lobster’s liquor‑license renewal in 2026.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12184 directing County Auditor to levy unpaid utility charges (5-0)
• Approved presumptive penalty for Chu Chao Liquor: $2,000 fine, 3‑day suspension (5-0)
• Approved presumptive penalty for Red Lobster: $2,000 fine, 15‑day suspension (5-0)
• Approved presumptive penalty for Axel's Bonfire/Double Tree: $2,000 fine, 5‑day suspension (5-0)
• Approved presumptive penalty for Speedway: $2,000 fine, no suspension (5-0)
• Directed staff to revisit Red Lobster liquor‑license renewal in 2026 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review the 2026 Operating Budget Request and the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also receive an update on the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• 2026 Capital Improvement Plan Overview
• Parks and Recreation 2026 Operating Budget Request Overview
• Maintenance and Operations Center Update
• 2026 Meeting Calendar Draft

The Roseville Parks & Recreation Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 7, 2025 minutes. Commissioners also voted to adopt the draft 2026 meeting calendar. Chair Matts‑Benson volunteered to serve on the Maintenance and Operations Center Implementation Community Task Force.

• Approved agenda (8‑0)
• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (8‑0)
• Approved draft 2026 meeting calendar (8‑0)
• Chair Matts‑Benson volunteered to join Maintenance & Operations Center Task Force

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to amend an approved Planned Unit Development to allow a different home design than what was approved in 2005. The body will also appoint a member to the Civic Campus Final Design Stakeholder Group.

• Public hearing on PUD amendment for home design (PF25-010)
• Appointment of a member to the Civic Campus Final Design Stakeholder Group

The commission approved its agenda and the September 3 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted 6‑0 to recommend the City Council approve both the concept and final plans for a Planned Unit Development amendment that would allow two‑story townhomes. The commission also reached consensus to appoint Commissioner Tammy McGehee to the Civic Campus Stakeholder Group.

• Approve agenda (6-0)
• Approve September 3, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Recommend City Council approve PUD amendment concept plan (6-0)
• Recommend City Council approve PUD amendment final plan (6-0)
• Appoint Commissioner Tammy McGehee to Civic Campus Stakeholder Group (consensus)
• Adjourn meeting (6-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will review the Climate Equity Action Plan and proposed utility rates for 2026. The body will also consider direction on member-initiated agenda items.

• Climate Equity Action Plan
• 2026 Proposed Utility Rates

The commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council approve the proposed 2026 utility rate increases. They also approved the meeting agenda and the September 30, 2025 minutes, each by a 5-0 vote. A discussion about using the storm‑sewer fee for leaf‑center improvements was held but no vote was taken. The meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m. after a unanimous motion.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve 2026 utility rates (5-0)
• Approved September 30, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Discussed storm‑sewer fee for leaf‑center improvements – no vote
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review options for the 2026 tax levy and consider adopting a revised debt policy. Members will also evaluate a Parks and Recreation Commission recommendation regarding the Aldine St. right of way.

• Review of 2026 tax levy options
• Proposed revised debt policy
• Parks and Recreation Commission recommendation for Aldine St. right of way
• Contract extension with TimeSaver Off Site Secretary, Inc.
• Cooperative Services Agreement with USDA for Deer Management Program

The Roseville City Council approved the meeting agenda unanimously. Councilmembers adopted a resolution amending the city’s debt policy. They also approved a proclamation designating November 2025 as National Native American Heritage Month.

• Approved agenda (unanimous vote: Groff, Bauer, Strahan, Roe)
• Adopted proclamation for National Native American Heritage Month (unanimous vote: Groff, Bauer, Strahan, Roe)
• Adopted Resolution No.12183 amending the city debt policy (unanimous vote: Groff, Bauer, Strahan, Roe)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance regarding excavations near existing foundations and consider the adoption of a new City Code. The body will also review policies for advisory commission appointments and remote participation rules.

• Ordinance regulating excavations within ten feet of existing foundations
• Ordinance adopting and enacting a new City Code
• Updates to Appointment and Reappointment Policy for Advisory Commissions
• Acceptance of grant funding via Department of Justice COPS Hiring Grant
• Approval of general purchases exceeding $10,000

The council adopted Ordinance No. 1691, which enacts a new city code for Roseville. It also approved Ordinance Summary Resolution No. 12182 that summarizes the new code. The council approved an updated appointment and reappointment policy for commissions and changed the rules to allow up to three remote participations per year. Council members decided to postpone action on the proposed excavation ordinance until the state adopts comparable language.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1691 (new city code) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance Summary Resolution No. 12182 (summary of Ordinance 1691) (5-0)
• Approved updated Appointment and Reappointment Policy for commissions (5-0)
• Approved rule change allowing Councilmembers and Commission members up to three remote participations annually (5-0)
• Decided to wait on the excavation ordinance until the state adopts similar language (no vote recorded)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and discuss the Roseville Community Survey and a Strategic Plan update regarding commissions. The agenda includes a review of September 2025 minutes and a session for member-initiated agenda items.

• Approval of September 2025 meeting minutes
• Roseville Community Survey Discussion
• Strategic Plan update: Commissions
• Commission Direction on Member Initiated Agenda Items

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will discuss the 2026 preliminary tax levy and budget. Members will review and adopt a recommendation for 2026 utility rates. The body will also discuss a debt policy revision and the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• Recommendation on 2026 Utility Rates
• Update on 2026 Preliminary Tax Levy & Budget
• Debt Policy Revision
• Maintenance and Operations Center update

City Council

The City Council will consider the closure of the Roseville Leaf Recycling Center and a streetlight policy update. The body will also select a construction manager and approve an architect agreement for the Civic Campus Project.

• Selection of Construction Manager at Risk and Architect for Civic Campus Project
• Consideration of Roseville Leaf Recycling Center closure
• Abatement request for code violations at 949 Brooks Avenue West
• Fire Department FEMA SAFER Grant acceptance
• Drainage and Utility Easement Agreements for 1705 Roselawn Avenue

The council approved Kraus‑Anderson as the Construction Manager at Risk for both the Maintenance Center portion and the License/Passport Center and Dance Studio portion of the Civic Campus Project. It also approved an update to the streetlight policy, postponed the leaf‑recycling center closure until 2026, and directed abatement of code violations at 949 Brooks Avenue West.

• Approved abatement of violations at 949 Brooks Ave W (5-0)
• Postponed leaf recycling center closure until 2026 (4-1)
• Approved Streetlight Policy update (5-0)
• Approved Kraus‑Anderson as construction manager for Maintenance Center (4-1)
• Approved Kraus‑Anderson as construction manager for License/Passport Center and Dance Studio (3-2)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes and discuss the transition to Dash Recreation software, an annual deer management program update, and a debrief from a recent joint meeting with the City Council.

• Approval of September 2, 2025 Meeting Minutes
• Introduction of new Youth Commission Member
• Transition to Dash Recreation for Recreation Management Software
• Annual Deer Management Program Update
• Debrief from Joint Meeting with City Council on September 15

The Roseville Parks & Recreation Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The September 2, 2025 minutes were approved with eight ayes and two abstentions. The commission selected Dash by DaySmart as the new recreation management software, citing an estimated annual savings of about $50,000. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (8 ayes, 2 abstentions)
• Selected Dash by DaySmart as new recreation management software (no vote recorded)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will discuss the potential closure of the Roseville Leaf Recycling Center. The body will also review a Bike Plan update and propose changes to City Code Section 802.17.

• Consideration of Roseville Leaf Recycling Center closure
• Bike Plan Update
• City Code updates to Section 802.17
• Appointment of a committee member for the City Campus Project
• Swearing in of Commissioner Katie Brokaw Palalay

The commission voted 7‑0 to keep the Roseville Leaf Recycling Center open, collect more usage data, and revisit the decision in 2026. It also voted 7‑0 to keep the organic collection at its current location and explore moving it to the City Hall Campus. Members approved the appointment of Allison Luongo to the Civic Campus Final Design Stakeholder Group and endorsed a minor update to the Public Works ordinance for City Council review.

• Keep Roseville Leaf Recycling Center open, gather data, revisit in 2026 (7-0)
• Keep organic collection at current site and explore moving to City Hall Campus (7-0)
• Approve appointment of Allison Luongo to Civic Campus Final Design Stakeholder Group (7-0)
• Endorse Section 802.17 Public Works ordinance update; staff to send to City Council (7-0)
• Approve agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approve August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourn meeting (7-0)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority (REDA) will meet to consider a resolution authorizing the subordination of a Development Agreement and the collateral assignment of a TIF note for 2720 Fairview Group, LLC. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call, public comment, and approval of minutes.

• Consider Resolution for TIF note subordination and Development Agreement for 2720 Fairview Group, LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider the preliminary 2026 tax levy, EDA tax levy, and city budget. The meeting includes public hearings regarding a liquor license and a minor plat. Council will also review several professional services agreements and a state bonding request.

• Preliminary 2026 Tax Levy, EDA Tax Levy and City Budget adoption
• Public hearing for liquor license for Burger Dive at 1595 Highway 36 W, Ste 1020
• Public hearing for minor plat PF25-014
• Resolution for $1,632,000 in state funds for John Rose Minnesota OVAL improvements
• Abatement request for code violations at 1765 Chatsworth Street

The council approved a liquor license for Bright Burger Rosedale, LLC and adopted a minor plat (PF25-014) for commercial development. It authorized the mayor and city manager to sign a $500,000 Stantec Environmental Consulting agreement and adopted the preliminary 2026 annual budget. The council also submitted the preliminary property tax levy (up to 12%) and approved a special levy for the Roseville Economic Development Authority. Additionally, the council proclaimed Indigenous Peoples’ Day for October 13, 2025 and postponed an abatement request for 1765 Chatsworth Street.

• Approved liquor license for Bright Burger Rosedale, LLC (5-0)
• Approved minor plat PF25-014 "Cleveland Club Third Addition" (5-0)
• Authorized signing of Stantec Environmental Consulting agreement with $500,000 grant (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12175 adopting preliminary 2026 budget (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12176 submitting preliminary property tax levy (up to 12%) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12177 approving special property tax levy for Roseville Economic Development Authority (5-0)
• Proclaimed Indigenous Peoples’ Day for October 13, 2025 (5-0)
• Postponed abatement request for 1765 Chatsworth Street, directing staff to act by Oct 13 if unresolved (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The commission will conduct a workshop session regarding Strategic Priority Objectives. The meeting also includes the administration of a Commissioner Oath of office.

• Commissioner Oath of office
• Strategic Priority Objective workshop session

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will consider a collateral assignment for a development agreement and TIF note. The body will also receive a presentation on the Rice and Larpenteur Alliance and discuss future professional service agreements and the operating fund balance.

• Collateral Assignment of Development Agreement and TIF note for 2720 Fairview Group, LLC
• Presentation on the Rice and Larpenteur Alliance
• Discussion of 2026-2028 professional service agreements
• Discussion of EDA operating fund balance

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a noise variance for the County Road D Pavement Project. Members will also receive 2026 budget and levy recommendations from the Finance Commission and meet with the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Public hearing for noise variance: County Road D Pavement Project
• Selection of architect for Civic Campus Project
• Finance Commission recommendations for 2026 Budget and Levy
• 2026 Insurance Benefit Renewals and City Cafeteria Contributions
• Animal Service Contract with The Companion Animal Center

The council adopted Resolution No. 12172 granting a noise variance for the County Road D pavement project. It approved LHB as the architect for the new maintenance facility (about $2 M) and for the license and passport center with a dance studio (about $630 K). The consent agenda items, including insurance renewals and a sewer‑lining payment, were also approved.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12172 granting noise variance for County Road D project (5-0)
• Approved LHB as architect for maintenance facility, approx $2 M (5-0)
• Approved LHB as architect for license & passport center and dance studio, approx $630 K (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda items (insurance renewals, sewer lining payment, animal service contract) (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will establish recommendations for the 2026 City Manager Budget, tax levy scenarios, and the 2026-2045 Capital Improvement Plan. The body will also discuss updates regarding the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• 2026 City Manager Budget and Tax Levy Scenarios
• 2026-2045 Capital Improvement Plan
• Maintenance and Operations Center update

The commission approved its agenda and the August 27, 2025 meeting minutes, both by unanimous consent. It voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council not adopt franchise fees for the 2026 budget. It also unanimously recommended a base budget with a levy increase of less than 10 percent, stating that the request for 22 public‑safety positions was not reasonable.

• Approved agenda (consensus)
• Approved August 27, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council not introduce franchise fees for 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Recommended base budget with levy increase under 10% and note 22 public‑safety positions not reasonable (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Roseville City Council will discuss regulations for excavations near foundations and beekeeping, as well as the potential closure of the Roseville Leaf Recycling Center. The body will also approve minutes, cable franchise agreements, and short-term rental licenses.

• Discuss ordinance on excavations near foundations
• Discuss beekeeping regulations
• Consider closure of Roseville Leaf Recycling Center
• Approve Comcast cable franchise agreement extension through 2032
• Approve short-term rental license renewals

The council unanimously approved proclamations for Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15‑Oct 15, 2025) and Constitution Week (Sept 17‑23, 2025). The proposed ordinance regulating excavations within ten feet of existing foundations was deferred, with staff directed to seek input from registered design professionals before revisiting the issue. The council agreed not to pursue any new beekeeping regulations at this time. No decision was recorded on the proposed closure of the Roseville Leaf Recycling Center.

• Approved Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation (Sept 15‑Oct 15, 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved Constitution Week proclamation (Sept 17‑23, 2025) (unanimous)
• Deferred Ordinance on Excavations within 10 ft of foundations pending further research and professional input
• Declined to pursue beekeeping regulations at this time (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Roseville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a minor plat at 2035 Twin Lakes Parkway and discuss accessory structure height limits. A request for a cannabis retail business was withdrawn.

• Public Hearing: Minor Plat at 2035 Twin Lakes Parkway (PF25-014)
• Discussion: Accessory structure wall height and overall height maximums
• Withdrawn: Cannabis Combination Business request at 2730 Snelling Avenue (PF25-013)

The commission approved its agenda and the August 6 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted 3‑1‑1 to not bring the accessory‑structure wall‑height issue forward for further discussion. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m. A cannabis business request was withdrawn and a minor plat will be scheduled for a city‑council hearing.

• Approved agenda (5‑0)
• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Did not bring accessory‑structure wall‑height item forward (3‑1‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Roseville Parks & Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss a recommendation on the Aldine Street right-of-way, and prepare for a joint meeting with the City Council. The commission will also receive updates on maintenance operations and departmental matters.

• Discuss and consider recommendation on Aldine Street right-of-way
• Prepare for joint meeting with City Council on September 15, 2025
• Review and approve August 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Maintenance and Operations Center update (standing agenda item)
• Receive departmental updates

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the August 7, 2025 minutes. Commissioners discussed the Aldine Street right-of-way, reviewing site inventories, cost estimates, and potential trail options. They scheduled a joint meeting with the City Council for September 15, 2025 to provide an update and possible recommendations. No final recommendation or vote on the ROW was made at this meeting.

• Approved agenda (8-0)
• Approved August 7 minutes (8-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review the City Manager's preliminary budget, levy, and scenarios for 2026. The body will also examine funding strategies for the Capital Improvement Plan and receive a second quarter financial report.

• 2026 City Manager's Preliminary Budget, Levy and Scenarios
• Capital Improvement Plan alternative funding strategies
• Maintenance and operations center update
• Second Quarter Financial Report
• Finance Commission Tracking Report

The Finance Commission approved the amended minutes from the June 10 and July 8, 2025 meetings. A youth commissioner, Aldo Bergquist, was sworn in. The commission then adjourned the meeting unanimously. No substantive budget or levy decisions were made.

• Swore in youth commissioner Aldo Bergquist (action completed)
• Approved June 10 and July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will meet to discuss the Pathway Master Plan. The session includes time for public comment and member-initiated agenda items.

• Pathway Master Plan discussion

The commission approved the August 26, 2025 agenda by a 6-0 vote. It also approved the July 22, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the 2026 City Manager Recommended Budget and Tax Levy. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a liquor license and unpaid utility charges.

• Public hearing for liquor license for BRKTHROUGH Rosedale, LLC at 1595 Hwy 36 W, Ste 150
• Resolution for cannabis retailer with on-site consumption at 2218 County Road D, Suite 200
• Code abatement requests for 1140 Roselawn Avenue West, 325 Capitol View Avenue West, and 2407 Dale Street
• Discussion of Gas and Electric Franchise Ordinances and fees
• Contract extensions for Civil and Prosecution Legal Services

The Roseville City Council approved the removal of a resolved agenda item, adopted a proclamation for National Recovery Month Suicide and Overdose Awareness, approved a wine and 3.2% on‑sale liquor license for BREAKTHROUGH Rosedale, LLC, and adopted Resolution No. 12170 directing the county auditor to levy unpaid water, sewer and other city charges. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved removal of agenda Item 7H (abate code violation) – unanimous (5‑0)
• Approved proclamation of September 2025 National Recovery Month Suicide and Overdose Awareness Month – unanimous (5‑0)
• Approved liquor license for BREAKTHROUGH Rosedale, LLC (wine and 3.2% on‑sale) – unanimous (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12170 directing county auditor to levy unpaid water, sewer and other city charges – unanimous (5‑0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a tour of the Aldine Right of Way on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Substantive discussion of the tour's subject matter is reserved for the next meeting.

• Staff-led tour of Aldine Right of Way
• Meeting location: Ryan Ave. W and Aldine St. N.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for vacancies on the Public Works, Equity, and Transportation Commission.

• Interviews for Katie Brokaw Palalay
• Interviews for Sean Gulbranson

Mayor Roe called the special council meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. on August 20, 2025 at City Hall. Council members Bauer, Groff, Schroeder, Strahan and Roe, along with Volunteer Manager Rachel Boggs and commission chairs, interviewed two candidates for the Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission, Katie Brokaw Palalay and Sean Gulbranson. The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:25 p.m. No motions, approvals, or other decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will receive presentations on the Roseville Area Circulator Bus Service and crisis intervention services. Members will also discuss remote participation policies and appoint youth commissioners. The meeting includes a consent agenda for various service agreements and permits.

• Presentation from NewTrax regarding Roseville Area Circulator Bus Service
• Update from Tubman regarding Crisis Intervention Services
• Facility Management Agreement with McGough Facility Management, LLC
• Agreement with Reach for Resources for 2026 Inclusion Services
• Approval of 1 Temporary Gambling Permit and 2 Temporary Liquor Licenses

The council voted to restrict councilmember and public remote participation to three times per year. It also moved the Truth and Taxation hearing to Dec. 1, 2025 and added an extra meeting on Dec. 8, 2025. Youth commissioners Aldous Bergquist and Sofia Salinas‑Ruiz were appointed to the Finance and Equity & Inclusion commissions. The consent agenda was approved, covering $1.41 M in ACH payments, temporary gambling and liquor permits, and several service contracts.

• Restricted remote participation to three times annually (5‑0)
• Postponed Truth and Taxation hearing to Dec. 1, 2025 and added Dec. 8, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Appointed Aldous Bergquist as youth commissioner to Finance Commission (term ends July 31, 2026) (5‑0)
• Appointed Sofia Salinas‑Ruiz as youth commissioner to Equity & Inclusion Commission (term ends July 31, 2026) (5‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including ACH payments $584,968.23 and $829,814.70 (total $1,414,782.93) (5‑0)
• Approved one temporary gambling permit and two temporary liquor licenses (5‑0)
• Approved Facility Management Agreement with McGough Facility Management, LLC (5‑0)
• Approved Agreement with Reach for Resources for Inclusion Services for 2026 (5‑0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will hold an initial discussion regarding the Aldine Street right of way. Other business includes a Maintenance and Operations Center update and a review of commission goals.

• Initial discussion of Aldine Street Right of Way
• Maintenance and Operations Center update
• Quarterly review of Parks and Recreation Commission goals
• Preparation for joint meeting with City Council

The Roseville Parks & Recreation Commission approved the agenda as presented, with all eight commissioners voting aye. The commission also approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Staff presented an initial discussion of the Aldine Street right‑of‑way, outlining possible pathway options and planned surveys, but no formal decision was made on that item.

• Approved agenda (8‑0)
• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (8‑0)

Planning Commission

The Roseville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request for a cannabis retailer with on-site consumption at 2218 County Road D West. The agenda also includes the approval of prior meeting minutes and a status update on the Civic Campus Project.

• Public Hearing: PF25-011 (Cannabis Combination Business at 2218 County Road D West)
• Approval of May 7, 2025 Meeting Minutes
• Receive Update on Civic Campus Project

The commission approved its agenda unanimously (7-0) and approved the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously (7-0). It then voted 6‑1 to recommend that the City Council approve a Conditional Use for Frostbite Cannabis, Inc. at 2218 County Road D West, Suite 200, allowing a cannabis retail operation with on‑site consumption as an accessory use, subject to state licensing and city business license requirements.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Conditional Use for cannabis business at 2218 County Road D West, Suite 200, retail with on‑site consumption accessory, subject to licensing (6-1)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will review the Civic Campus Master Plan and the Municipal State Aid Streets (MSAS) Safety Plan. The meeting also includes presentations from engineering interns and a review of a joint meeting with the City Council.

• Civic Campus Master Plan discussion
• Municipal State Aid Streets (MSAS) Safety Plan discussion
• Engineering Intern Presentations
• City Council Joint Meeting Review

The Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission approved the July 22, 2025 agenda with a 4‑0 vote. It later approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes with four ayes, zero nays and one abstention. The commission then adjourned the meeting with a 5‑0 vote. No substantive project or policy decisions were made.

• Approved July 22 agenda (4 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved June 24 minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting (5 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The City Council will consider the approval of RFP and RFQ documents for the Civic Campus Master Plan. The body will also discuss the County Road C Project and various right-of-way and easement vacations.

• Approval of RFP and RFQ for the Civic Campus Master Plan
• Consideration of Aldine ROW and PIK Easement vacations
• Sale of 2025 General Obligation Equipment Certificates
• Short-term rental license renewals for 257 South McCarrons Blvd W and 658 Belmont Lane
• Contract for 2025 Tamarack Park Pathway Project 24-03

The council adopted Resolution No. 12167 authorizing the issuance and sale of $1,880,000 in General Obligation Equipment Certificates. The motion was moved by Councilmember Schroeder and seconded by Councilmember Bauer and was adopted (no vote tally recorded). Earlier, the council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and adopted two proclamations recognizing the ADA Anniversary and Kiwanis Peanut Day.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted ADA Anniversary Observance Proclamation (moved by Strahan, seconded by Schroeder)
• Adopted Kiwanis Peanut Day Proclamation (moved by Groff, seconded by Schroeder)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12167 authorizing issuance and sale of $1,880,000 General Obligation Equipment Certificates (moved by Schroeder, seconded by Bauer, adopted)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will consider resolutions supporting grant applications for the Oyate Ota Center and the PIK Terminal site. The body will also discuss the 2026 budget and preliminary levy.

• Resolution of support for Oyate Ota Center's grant applications
• Resolutions supporting Hyde Development's public finance assistance
• Discussion regarding the 2026 budget and preliminary levy

City Council

The City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Equity & Inclusion Commission. Members will discuss regulations for close proximity buildings and the city streetlight policy. The council will also receive the Preliminary 2026-2045 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Joint meeting with Equity & Inclusion Commission
• Discussion of Close Proximity Building Regulations
• Discussion of City Streetlight Policy
• Receipt of Preliminary 2026-2045 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of Youth Commissioner Attendance Guidelines

The council voted to approve the meeting agenda, the consent agenda, and the minutes with all five members voting aye and no nays. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:24 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review a draft Capital Improvement Plan for 2026-2045 and discuss updates to the Maintenance and Operations Center. The meeting will also include the approval of previous meeting minutes and a tracking report.

• Review draft 2026-2045 Capital Improvement Plan
• Review Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report
• Maintenance and Operations Center Update/Discussion
• Approval of June 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff Update

City Council

The City Council will review the 2026 property tax base and legislative changes to discuss budget goals. The body will also receive a police operational efficiency plan and discuss options for the city dance studio and license and passport center.

• Police Department Resource and Operational Efficiency Plan
• 2026 Property Tax Base changes and Budget Goals
• 2025-2027 Pond Maintenance Program Agreement
• Final payment for 2023 Drainage Improvement Project 23-10
• Fire Department EMS Services Contract

The council approved the agenda after removing Item 10E (Declare Vacancies for Youth Commissioners) as requested by Councilmember Bauer. Youth commissioners were reappointed for the term August 1 2025 to July 31 2026, and vacancies were declared for the Finance, Equity and Inclusion, and Parks and Recreation commissions. No other motions were voted on; discussions on the license and passport center facility continued without a recorded decision.

• Approved agenda as amended, removing Item 10E (all ayes)
• Reappointed youth commissioners for term Aug 1 2025–Jul 31 2026 (ayes: Groff, Strahan, Schroeder, Roe; abstention: Bauer)
• Declared vacancies for youth commissioners on Finance (2), Equity & Inclusion (1), Parks & Recreation (1) commissions (ayes: Groff, Strahan, Schroeder, Roe; abstention: Bauer)

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will meet to conduct routine business and certify the Lateral Eligibility List. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting.

• Certification of the Lateral Eligibility List

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission will discuss updates to the Civic Campus Master Plan and the recycling cart program. The meeting includes a joint discussion with the City Council and concludes with a tour of the City Campus solar installation.

• Civic Campus Master Plan Update
• Recycling Cart Update
• Sustainability Intern Update
• City Council Joint Meeting Discussion Items
• Adjourn – City Campus Tour

The commission voted 7-0 to approve the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes as amended. It also voted 7-0 to adjourn the June 24 meeting to a solar tour of the City Campus at approximately 8:05 p.m.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned to City Campus solar tour (7-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The commission will receive updates from the city core team and prepare for an upcoming joint council meeting. The session also includes public comment and the review of May meeting minutes.

• City core team updates
• Preparation for joint council meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider a right-of-way vacation for Aldine and set a sale date for certificates to fund an electric fire engine. The body will also receive reports on police department efficiency and the Civic Campus Master Plan.

• Issuance of 2025 General Obligation Equipment Certificates for an Electric Fire Engine
• Approval of Aldine ROW Vacation
• Solar Installation Project award at 706 Shryer Ave W
• Short-term rental license renewals for 1885 Shady Beach Avenue and 1206 Oakcrest Avenue
• Grant Agreement with the State of Minnesota for Rosebrook Park updates

The council approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5‑0). Councilmember Strahan moved, and Councilmember Groff seconded, a proclamation designating July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month, which was adopted. No other substantive actions were voted on during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved proclamation of July 2025 Parks and Recreation Month

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will meet to review a recommendation tracking report and discuss a joint meeting with the City Council. The body will also hold a discussion and receive an update regarding the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• Maintenance and Operations Center update and discussion
• Review of Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report
• Discussion on joint meeting with City Council

Variance Board

The Variance Board will meet to review minutes from May 7, 2025, and hold a public hearing. The board will discuss a request to allow a proposed shed to be located less than 5 feet from an existing structure.

• Public hearing for Planning File 25-009 regarding shed distance from an existing structure

The Variance Board adopted Resolution No. 174, approving a variance to place a storage shed less than five feet from an existing structure at 427 Irene Court. The motion passed unanimously (3‑0). The board also approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (3-0)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Variance Resolution No. 174 for 427 Irene Court shed (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:01 p.m. (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve meeting minutes and receive departmental updates before touring three parks: Reservoir Woods, Oasis Park, and Autumn Grove Park.

• Approval of May 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Park Tour Overview
• Reservoir Woods Park - 1901 Alta Vista Drive
• Oasis Park - 1700 Co. Rd. C2
• Autumn Grove Park - 1395 Lydia Ave W

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Botzek moved to approve, Commissioner Harris seconded, and the vote was 9 in favor, 0 against, with Commissioner Beckman abstaining. No other formal actions or votes were recorded during the June 3 meeting.

• Approved May 6 minutes (9‑0, 1 abstain)

City Council

The Roseville City Council will consider several business items, including a special assessment for County Road B and a liquor license application. The body will also review an ethics code complaint against Councilmember Strahan and a zoning text amendment for a Clear Channel agreement.

• Public hearing for liquor license for AMC Theaters Rosedale 14 at 1595 Highway 36 W
• Special Assessment for County Road B Reconstruction
• Complaint alleging violations of the Roseville Ethics Code by Councilmember Strahan
• Clear Channel Agreement and associated Zoning Text Amendment
• Updated Residential Sanitary Sewer Backup Cleanup Assistance Policy

The council proclaimed June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth Day and adopted a special assessment to fund reconstruction of County Road B. It approved a $2,000 presumptive penalty and a seven‑day suspension for tobacco license holders with a third violation. The council also approved a liquor license for AMC Theaters Rosedale 14, found no ethics violations by Councilmember Strahan, and terminated the city’s lease with TDM Salons LLC. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved Juneteenth Day proclamation (5-0)
• Approved special assessment for County Road B reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved presumptive $2,000 tobacco penalty and 7‑day suspension (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for AMC Theaters Rosedale 14 (5-0)
• Found no ethics violations by Councilmember Strahan (5-0)
• Approved termination of lease with TDM Salons LLC (5-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will hold a meeting to approve previous minutes, discuss construction soils, and review the sewer backup policy. The agenda includes updates on stormwater management and recycling carts.

• Review Sewer Backup Policy
• Ramsey County Ditch 4 Construction Soils Study Update
• MS4 Annual Meeting
• Recycling Cart Update
• Approval of Meeting Minutes

The commission voted to approve the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes with six ayes and no nays. A motion to adjourn the May 27, 2025 session was also carried unanimously (6-0). No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the agenda consisted of project updates and discussion.

• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:40 p.m. (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet to review and discuss the goals and objectives of its strategic plan. The meeting also includes time for public comment and the approval of April 2025 meeting minutes.

• Review and discussion of strategic plan goals and objectives

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to certify unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll. The body will also consider penalty approvals for alcohol and tobacco compliance checks and a code violation abatement.

• Public hearing to certify unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll
• Abatement request for City Code violations at 2941 Victoria Street N
• Penalty approvals for alcohol compliance checks at La Casita, Centro, Shinwa Korean Steakhouse, and GameZenter
• Penalty approvals for tobacco compliance checks at Noble Tobacco and Holiday Gas
• Construction materials testing proposal for the 2025 Pavement Management Project (25-04)

The council adopted Resolution No. 12160 directing the county auditor to levy unpaid water, sewer and other city charges on the property tax roll. They also directed staff to abate a public nuisance at 2941 Victoria Street North by hiring a towing company and a private contractor. Presumptive penalties of $2,000 were approved for LaCasita (second violation) and Centro (first violation) under City Code §302.15. Proclamations for LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and National Gun Violence Awareness Month were adopted, while discussion on a penalty for Shinhwa Korean Steakhouse was deferred.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12160 to levy unpaid utility charges (4‑0)
• Directed Community Development to abate nuisance at 2941 Victoria St N (4‑0)
• Approved presumptive penalty for LaCasita: $2,000 fine, 5‑day suspension (4‑0)
• Approved presumptive penalty for Centro: $2,000 fine, 1‑day suspension (4‑0)
• Proclaimed June 2025 LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (4‑0)
• Proclaimed June 2025 National Gun Violence Awareness Month and June 6 Day (4‑0)
• Deferred discussion on Shinhwa Korean Steakhouse penalty (no vote)

General

The Roseville Ethics Commission will meet to review complaints alleging violations of the ethics code by Councilmember Strahan. The commission will also approve minutes from the December 5, 2024 meeting.

• Complaints alleging Ethics Code violations against Councilmember Strahan

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will receive the 2024 Annual Audit and Financial Reports and a recommendation tracking report. Members will also discuss the Maintenance and Operations Center and items for a joint meeting with the City Council.

• 2024 Annual Audit and Financial Reports
• Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report
• Maintenance and Operations Center update and discussion

City Council

The City Council will review a request from Lydia Rose Apartments LLC to allow residential density exceeding 24 dwellings per acre as a conditional use. The body will also receive the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024.

• Conditional use request (PF25-001) for Lydia Rose Apartments LLC regarding residential density
• Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending December 31, 2024
• Approval of general purchases exceeding $10,000

The council adopted Resolution No. 12159, allowing a density of 28 units per acre for the Lydia Rose Apartments project. The 2024 Annual Financial Reports and the consent agenda, including $750,240.62 in payments, were also approved. All actions passed with unanimous support and no public comments were received.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 Annual Financial Reports (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, including $750,240.62 payments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 12159 permitting 28 units per acre for PF25‑001 (unanimous)
• Approved ACH payments $391,869.38 and other payments $358,371.24 (total $750,240.62) (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 7:11 p.m. (unanimous)

Variance Board

The Variance Board will hold a public hearing regarding a residential property's request for a wall height exceeding nine feet for an accessory structure. The board will also discuss a validation timeline extension for Planning File 24-008.

• Public hearing for accessory structure wall height variance
• Validation timeline extension for Planning File 24-008

The Variance Board unanimously denied the request for an accessory structure taller than nine feet at 734 County Road B2 (Resolution No. 173). The board also appointed Aspnes as Chair and Barstad as Vice‑Chair, extended the validation deadline for a prior variance to Dec 31 2025, and approved the meeting agenda, prior minutes, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (3‑0)
• Appointed Aspnes as Chair of the Variance Board (3‑0)
• Appointed Barstad as Vice‑Chair of the Variance Board (3‑0)
• Approved January 8, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Denied accessory building height variance at 734 County Rd B2 (Resolution No. 173) (3‑0)
• Extended validation deadline for variance approved by Resolution #167 to Dec 31 2025 (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:28 p.m. (3‑0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to conduct organizational business and review previous minutes. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Swearing in of a new commissioner
• Review of April 2, 2025 minutes

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 2 meeting, each by a 7‑0 vote. Erin Lynch was administered the oath of office and became a commissioner. The meeting was adjourned at 6:44 p.m. No public comments were received.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved April 2 minutes (7-0)
• Swore in new Commissioner Erin Lynch
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding the Cedarholm Golf and Community Building and the City of Roseville Strategic Plan. Members will also receive updates on the Maintenance and Operations Center and prepare for June park tours.

• Cedarholm Golf and Community Building and Community Facilities update
• City of Roseville Strategic Plan update
• Maintenance and Operations Center update
• Planning for June 3, 2025 park tours

The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the April 1, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Botzek moved to approve, and Commissioner Arneson seconded the motion. All six commissioners voted aye, with no nays or abstentions. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved April 1, 2025 minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and approve strategic plan goals and the initiation of a Climate Equity Action Plan. Members will also consider a code violation abatement and updates to the special assessment deferral policy.

• Abatement request for city code violations at 795 Cope Avenue W
• Resolution updating the Special Assessment Deferral Policy
• Contract award for the 2025 Pavement Management Project
• Final assessment public hearing for County Road B Reconstruction
• Ridgewater College Paramedic Contract with Fire Department

The council adopted the Strategic Plan goals and success indicators after discussion. It also adopted Resolution No. 12155 to defer special assessments, with all five members voting aye and no nays. Additionally, the council approved several proclamations, the April minutes, the consent agenda, and ACH payments totaling $735,101.61.

• Adopted Strategic Plan goals and success indicators (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12155 – Deferral of Special Assessments (5-0)
• Approved Peace Officer Memorial Day and National Police Week proclamations (5-0)
• Approved Poppy Days proclamation (5-0)
• Approved National Public Works Week proclamation (5-0)
• Approved April 14, 2025, EDA and City Council minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including claims and payments (5-0)
• Approved ACH payments $294,250.63 and other payments $440,850.98, total $735,101.61 (5-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will discuss updates to the Deferred Assessment Policy and the Hamline Pathway. The meeting also includes a presentation from a University of Minnesota student group regarding Dark Skies.

• Dark Skies presentation by U of M Sustainability Class
• Deferred Assessment Policy update
• Hamline Pathway update

The commission voted to approve the March 18, 2025 meeting minutes as presented, with three votes in favor, no votes against, and two abstentions. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:18 p.m. with a unanimous five‑yes vote. No other motions were adopted during the session.

• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (3 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (5 ayes, 0 nays)

City Council

The City Council will approve the construction contract for the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project, approve the vacation of multiple streets easements and rights-of-way, and consider a cap on massage therapy establishments.

• Approve construction contract for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project #25-06
• Approve vacation of multiple streets easements and rights-of-way
• Discuss massage therapy establishment cap and therapist criteria
• Approve Road Rescue Ultramedic Ambulance/Rescue Vehicle for 2027
• Approve City Manager Goals for 2025-26

The council adopted three resolutions vacating portions of Eustis Street, Aldine Place, and Wheeler Street, each passing with all five members voting aye. They also tabled a pending decision on a pathway vacation pending clarification from the city attorney. Additionally, the council proclaimed Volunteer Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Older Adults Month, and Days of Remembrance.

• Approved vacation of a portion of Eustis Street (5-0)
• Approved vacation of a portion of Aldine Place (5-0)
• Approved vacation of a portion of Wheeler Street (5-0)
• Tabled decision on pathway vacation pending clarification (5-0)
• Proclaimed Volunteer Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2025 Mental Health Awareness Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2025 Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 2025 Older Adults Month (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Roseville Equity and Inclusion Commission will convene to approve March meeting minutes and discuss its strategic plan and a joint meeting with the City Council.

• Approval of March 2025 meeting minutes
• Strategic Plan Discussion
• Joint meeting with the City Council
• Chair update

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will meet to receive a Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and approve strategic plan goals and conduct a performance review of the City Manager. The body will also consider a temporary gambling permit and routine payments.

• Approval of Strategic Plan Goals
• City Manager Performance Review
• Approval of 1 Temporary Gambling Permit
• Approval of payments

The Roseville City Council approved the regular agenda (5‑0) and the consent agenda (5‑0), which included $576,619 in ACH payments and a temporary gambling permit. Council members also authorized a change to City Manager Patrick Trudgeon’s salary, moving him to Step D, Grade 31. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved regular agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved ACH payments totaling $576,619.00 (5-0)
• Approved one temporary gambling permit (5-0)
• Authorized change to City Manager pay to Step D, Grade 31

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review the city's 2024 year-end cash reserve levels. The body will also discuss the Maintenance and Operations Center and a recommendation tracking report.

• Review of 2024 year-end cash reserve levels
• Maintenance and Operations Center update and discussion
• Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report
• Oath of office for a new commissioner

The commission unanimously approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It decided to retain the 6:30 p.m. meeting start time. No other substantive actions were taken, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Retained meeting start time at 6:30 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the impact of Falcon Heights parking fees during the State Fair and consider a revised Capital Investment Policy. The body will also review a code violation abatement and various consent agenda items including police services and parking bans.

• Abatement request for code violations at 786 Sandhurst Drive
• Resolution prohibiting parking on Fairview Avenue from County Road C to Twin Lakes Parkway
• Professional Services Agreement with The Axtell Group for Police Accreditation Manager Services
• Final spending plan of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal dollars
• Short-Term Rental License renewal for 419 Judith Avenue W

The council adopted Resolution No. 12149 amending the city's Capital Investment Policy. It also approved the final ARPA spending plan, a joint powers agreement with Ramsey County Sheriff Emergency Response Teams, and a professional services contract with the Axtell Group for police accreditation. Additional actions included prohibiting parking on Fairview Avenue, approving a temporary gambling permit, renewing a short‑term rental license, and approving the consent agenda with related payments.

• Adopted Resolution No. 12149 amending the Capital Investment Policy (unanimous approval)
• Approved final spending plan of ARPA federal dollars (unanimous approval)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County Sheriff Emergency Response Teams (unanimous approval)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with the Axtell Group for Police Accreditation Manager Services (unanimous approval)
• Adopted resolution prohibiting parking on Fairview Avenue from County Road C to Twin Lakes Parkway (unanimous approval)
• Approved one Temporary Gambling Permit (unanimous approval)
• Approved renewal of short‑term rental license for 419 Judith Avenue W (unanimous approval)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $703,797.97 in payments (unanimous approval)

Planning Commission

The Roseville Planning Commission will convene to organize new members, review past minutes, and discuss commission business. The meeting is procedural and does not include any public hearings or formal agenda items.

• Swear in new members
• Review March 5, 2025 minutes
• Annual organizational business
• Commission direction on member-initiated items

The commission voted unanimously to appoint Erik Bjorum as Chair and Pamela Aspnes as Vice-Chair. New members Campbell, Jensen, Barstad, and Cyra were sworn in. The commission also appointed three members and an alternate to the Variance Board and designated Steve Cyra to serve on the Ethics Commission.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Erik Bjorum as Chair of Planning Commission (6-0)
• Appointed Pamela Aspnes as Vice-Chair of Planning Commission (6-0)
• Swore in Commissioners Campbell, Jensen, Barstad, and Cyra (unanimous)
• Appointed Campbell, Jensen, Barstad, and Aspnes to Variance Board; McGehee as alternate (consensus)
• Designated Steve Cyra to serve on Ethics Commission (volunteer)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes and introduce new members. The body will also review the Recreation Division overview and the quarterly goals of the commission.

• Approval of March 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction and Oath of Office for new commission members
• Recreation Division Overview and Update
• Quarterly Review of Parks and Recreation Commission Goals
• Maintenance and Operations Center Update

The commission approved the March 4, 2025 meeting minutes with eight ayes, no nays and two abstentions. The city selected BKV Group to conduct a facilities evaluation after issuing an RFP. A vendor was chosen to replace the scoreboard at the John Rose MN OVAL. The inclusive playground at Lexington Park will begin installation on April 4 with a community build on April 24.

• Approved March 4, 2025 minutes (8 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstain)
• Selected BKV Group to evaluate city facilities (RFP outcome)
• Selected vendor for John Rose MN OVAL scoreboard replacement
• Approved start of inclusive playground installation at Lexington Park (April 4)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a liquor license for Lunds & Byerly's and consider hotel licenses for five different properties. The body will also convene as the Board of Adjustments and Appeals to hear an unsafe building appeal for the Norwood Inn.

• Public hearing for liquor license: Lunds & Byerly's at 1601 W County Road C
• Unsafe building appeal: Norwood Inn at 2401 Prior Avenue N
• Hotel license approvals for DoubleTree by Hilton, Avid Hotel, Key Inn, Motel 6, and Norwood Inn
• Summary ordinance to implement Roseville Local Sales Tax approved March 17, 2025
• Discussion on proposed legislation preempting cities on zoning and land use

The Roseville City Council unanimously approved the agenda, proclaimed April 2025 Fair Housing Month, adopted a resolution to accept a $50,000 donation from the Granite Foundation for a rescue vehicle, and approved a liquor license for Lunds & Byerly’s at 1601 W County Road C. The council also convened the Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider an appeal regarding the Norwood Inn property.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Proclaimed April 2025 Fair Housing Month (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12141 accepting $50,000 donation for rescue vehicle (5-0)
• Approved liquor license for Lunds & Byerly’s at 1601 W County Road C (5-0)
• Convene Board of Adjustments and Appeals to consider Norwood Inn appeal (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will convene to approve February 2025 minutes, hear a Juneteenth presentation, and elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting will also include a recap of the City Council meeting and a public comment period.

• Approval of February 2025 meeting minutes
• Juneteenth Presentation
• New commission appointments announcement
• Chair and Vice Chair Elections
• City Council Meeting Recap

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will meet to elect officers and receive operational updates. Discussions include winter plowing, the Less Mow Summer/Pollinator program, and the city's bike plan.

• Election of Officers
• Winter Plowing Update
• Less Mow Summer/Pollinator Update
• Bike Plan Update

The Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission approved the February 25, 2025, meeting minutes and re-elected Bryant Ficek as Chair and Edwin Hodder as Vice Chair, both unanimously. Commissioner Jarrod Cicha was elected to volunteer for the Ethics Commission. The meeting also included updates on winter plowing, a pollinator-friendly lawn care initiative, and the bike plan, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved February 25, 2025, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Re-elected Bryant Ficek as Chair (6-0)
• Re-elected Edwin Hodder as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Elected Jarrod Cicha to volunteer for Ethics Commission (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance for a local sales tax and approve architectural services and meter purchases. The body will also review community project funding information from Congresswoman McCollum.

• Ordinance implementing the Roseville Local Sales Tax
• Agreement for architectural services
• Purchase of meters
• Recycling services contract
• Agreement with Think Digital LLC for a scoreboard at the MN OVAL

The Roseville City Council enacted Ordinance No. 1688, imposing a local sales and use tax to fund the maintenance operations center, with a deadline to meet an effective date of July 1, 2025. The council also approved a $304,500 scoreboard agreement with Think Digital LLC, accepted $96,000 in donations for the scoreboard, and approved a professional services agreement with BKV Architects. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with Mayor Roe and Councilmember Strahan absent.

• Enacted Ordinance No. 1688 imposing local sales and use tax (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Think Digital LLC for scoreboard, not to exceed $304,500 (3-0)
• Adopted Resolutions No. 12138 and 12139 accepting donations totaling $96,000 (3-0)
• Proclaimed April 25, 2025 as Roseville Arbor Day (3-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with BKV Architects (3-0)
• Approved Mueller meter/radio replacement over six years (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments of $789,220.79 (3-0)
• Approved minutes for Feb 24 and Mar 3 meetings (3-0)

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes and certify the entry-level eligibility list. The agenda includes an annual business meeting and a public comment period.

• Approval of meeting minutes from December 20, 2024
• Certification of entry-level eligibility list
• Annual business meeting
• Receive public comment

The Roseville Police Civil Service Commission met on March 13, 2025, and approved the minutes from the December 20, 2024 meeting. They also certified the lateral eligibility list as presented by Deputy Chief Adams, which included two new scores. The meeting adjourned at 10:04am.

• Approved minutes of December 20, 2024 meeting (2-0)
• Certified lateral eligibility list with two new scores (2-0)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review the 2024 Investment Portfolio Performance and discuss revisions to the Capital Investment Policy. The body will also discuss updates regarding the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• Review of 2024 Investment Portfolio Performance
• Discussion of Capital Investment Policy revisions
• Maintenance and Operations Center update
• Selection of Commission Chair, Vice-Chair, and Ethics Commission Representative

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Lydia Rose Apartments LLC. The body is considering whether to allow residential density greater than 24 dwellings per acre as a conditional use for a proposed apartment building.

• Public hearing on PF25-001: Lydia Rose Apartments LLC request for density over 24 dwellings per acre

The Roseville Planning Commission voted 3-1 to recommend City Council approval of a conditional use request by Lydia Rose Apartments LLC to allow residential density up to 28 units per acre (above the standard 24) for an 18-unit apartment building at 2490 Snelling Avenue. The recommendation includes a condition that a pathway easement be dedicated along the westernmost 5 feet of the property. The item will be before the City Council on March 24, 2025.

• Recommended approval of density increase to 28 units/acre for 18-unit apartment at 2490 Snelling Ave (3-1, Aspnes dissenting)
• Condition: pathway easement along westernmost 5 feet of property
• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved amended January 8, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will convene to approve previous meeting minutes, elect new leadership, and discuss the city's strategic planning process and master planning. The meeting will also include updates on the Maintenance and Operations Center and departmental communications.

• Approval of February 4, 2025 Meeting Minutes
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment of Ethics Commission Representative
• Update on City Strategic Planning Process
• Parks and Recreation Master Planning Conversation

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously re-elected Matts-Benson as Chair and Beckman as Vice-Chair for second terms, and appointed Boulton as Ethics Representative. The Commission discussed updating the 2010 Parks and Recreation System Master Plan, considering options from continuing the current plan to restarting a new process, but took no formal action. Staff reported that the RFP for the Maintenance and Operations Center is being scored, and the City Council authorized moving forward with Rosebrook Park updates.

• Re-elected Matts-Benson as Chair (7-0)
• Re-elected Beckman as Vice-Chair (6-0, Beckman abstained)
• Appointed Boulton as Ethics Commission Representative (7-0)
• Approved February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider hotel license approvals for seven different properties. The body will also review the 2024 Cash Reserve Fund Report and establish the calendar for the 2026 budget process.

• Hotel license approvals for properties at 2905 Centre Pointe Drive, 3045 Centre Pointe Drive, 2050 Iona Lane, 2715 Long Lake Road, 2020 Iona Lane, 2895 Centre Pointe Drive, and 2740 Snelling Ave.
• 2024 Cash Reserve Fund Report and potential transfers
• Establishment of the 2026 Budget Process Calendar
• Massage Therapy Establishment License approval for Yun Wellness, LLC and revocation for T Massage
• Approval of general purchases exceeding $10,000

The Roseville City Council approved seven hotel licenses for local hotels, all unanimously. It also received the 2024 Cash Reserve Fund report and approved transfers totaling $413,928 to the reserve, while retaining $153,352 in the License Center Fund for future facility costs. The council approved the 2026 budget process calendar and made appointments to various commissions, including a failed amendment to add Kroona to the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• Approved hotel license for Courtyard by Marriott (Resolution 12131, 5-0)
• Approved hotel license for Fairfield Inn (Resolution 12132, 5-0)
• Approved hotel license for Hampton Inn (Resolution 12133, 5-0)
• Approved hotel license for Holiday Inn Express (Resolution 12134, 5-0)
• Approved hotel license for Home 2 Suites (Resolution 12135, 5-0)
• Approved hotel license for Residence Inn (Resolution 12136, 5-0)
• Approved hotel license for Country Inn and Suites (Resolution 12137, 5-0)
• Approved cash reserve transfers: $424,236 from Parks & Rec, $10,308 to Communications, net $413,928 to reserve (5-0)

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will convene to approve the minutes from the January meeting and discuss the city's water meter program. The agenda includes a presentation from the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District and a session to identify future agenda items.

• Approval of January meeting minutes
• Metropolitan Mosquito Control District presentation
• City Water Meter Discussion
• Future agenda items session

The Roseville Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission approved staff's recommendation to purchase the Mueller water meter system and replace both radios and meters simultaneously. The decision was made after discussion of the current system's failures and the benefits of the new two-way communication system. The vote was 5-1 with one abstention.

• Approved purchase of Mueller water meter system and simultaneous replacement of radios and meters (5-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes as presented (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting at approximately 8:45 p.m. (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the certification of unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll. Members will discuss the implementation of a local sales tax and proposed capital improvements to Rosebrook Park.

• Public hearing to certify unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll
• Proposed capital improvements to Rosebrook Park
• Discussion on implementing the Roseville Local Sales Tax
• Abatement requests for City Code violations at 2165 Victoria Street N and 1240 Ryan Ave W
• Ethernet Network Transport Services Agreement with Roseville Schools

The City Council unanimously approved moving forward with capital improvements to Rosebrook Park, including a splash pad, playground replacement, parking expansion, and trail lighting, with a budget of $999,000. The council also certified unpaid utility charges to the property tax roll, approved an abatement for code violations at 2165 Victoria St. N, and discussed but did not vote on implementing a local sales tax.

• Approved Rosebrook Park improvements with LHB, RFPs for playground and splash pad, and parking bid package (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12130 to levy unpaid utility charges to property tax roll (5-0)
• Directed abatement of code violations at 2165 Victoria St. N, including towing unlicensed vehicles (5-0)
• Declared vacancy on Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended, removing 1240 Ryan Ave W abatement item (5-0)
• Proclaimed March 2025 Women's History Month (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 10 and Jan 27 meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,217,048.61 in payments (5-0)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will receive a presentation from Stantec regarding housing strategies and updated housing market study data.

• Housing market study data and strategies presentation from Stantec

General

The Roseville City Council will convene to conduct routine business, including approving the meeting agenda, minutes, and consent agenda items. The session will also include public comment and interviews for commission positions.

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

The Roseville City Council held a special meeting solely to interview candidates for various city commissions, including Planning, Police Civil Service, PWET, and Equity. No formal decisions, appointments, or votes were taken during the meeting; it was procedural in nature. The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:05 p.m.

• Interviewed Mary Bos for a commission position
• Interviewed Luci Botzek for Police Civil Service
• Interviewed Peter Hamma for Planning
• Interviewed Chris Her for a commission position
• Interviewed William Kroona for a commission position
• Interviewed Michelle Kruzel for Police Civil Service
• Interviewed Erin Lynch for PWET
• Interviewed Erin Schmidt for Planning

General

The City Council will meet to conduct commission interviews. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Commission Interviews

The Roseville City Council held a special meeting on February 19, 2025, solely to interview candidates for various city commissions. No formal decisions, appointments, or votes were taken during the meeting. The meeting was procedural in nature, with interviews conducted and the meeting adjourned.

• No decisions made; meeting was for interviews only

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will review draft materials for a strategic plan and discuss the commission's workplan. The meeting will also include a report on the City Council meeting and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of January meeting minutes
• City Council meeting update
• Strategic Plan Draft Review and Data discussion
• Commission workplan discussion

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will meet to discuss a tracking report for its recommendations and receive an update on the Maintenance and Operations Center. The body will also review the 2025 Revised Rules of Procedure for Council and Advisory Commissions.

• Maintenance and Operations Center Update
• Finance Commission Recommendation Tracking Report
• 2025 Revised Rules of Procedure for Council and Advisory Commissions

City Council

The City Council will consider a plat request at 571 Roselawn Avenue and a permit renewal for a water-ski slalom course on Lake Owasso. Members will also discuss a 'Less Mow May' initiative and a request for architectural services. The meeting includes a consent agenda with various professional service agreements and grant acceptances.

• Public hearing for plat approval at 571 Roselawn Avenue (PF24-022)
• Permit renewal request for Lake Owasso Safe Boating Association water-ski slalom course
• Short-Term Rental License renewal for 1901 Ryan Avenue
• Acceptance of State of Minnesota ICPOET and Minnesota Office of Justice grant funds
• Professional Services Agreement with Tubman

The City Council approved the Lake Owasso Safe Boating Association's request to apply for a permit for a water-ski slalom course on Lake Owasso for 2025. They also approved a plat for 571 Roselawn Avenue, adopted a resolution ending the 'Less Mow May' program, and approved an RFP for architectural services. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Lake Owasso Safe Boating Association's permit renewal request for water-ski course (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12127 approving Sweeney Addition plat at 571 Roselawn Avenue (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12128 revoking Resolution 11694, ending Less Mow May program (5-0)
• Approved request for proposals for architectural services (5-0)
• Approved January 13, 2025 EDA and City Council minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments totaling $1,560,573.54 (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive updates on 2024 volunteer activity and reports regarding the Recreation Scholarship and Reach for Resources. The body will also receive a standing update on the Maintenance and Operations Center.

• 2024 Volunteer Update
• Recreation Scholarship and Reach for Resources Report
• Maintenance and Operations Center Update

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission observed a moment of remembrance for Commissioner Jessica Raygor, who passed away, and approved the January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0, with two abstentions). Staff presented updates on the 2024 volunteer program (5,446 hours, $123,408 value), recreation fee assistance (144 grants, $13,146 used), and the Maintenance and Operations Center project, including options for the displaced License and Passport Center. No formal votes were taken on these informational items.

• Approved January 7, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0, 2 abstentions)
• Observed moment of remembrance for Commissioner Jessica Raygor
• Heard 2024 volunteer update: 5,446 hours, $123,408 value
• Heard fee assistance report: 144 grants awarded, $13,146 used
• Discussed MOC project and License and Passport Center relocation options

Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission

The Public Works, Environment and Transportation Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes, receive updates from Ramsey County Environmental Services, and discuss future agenda items. The meeting includes a presentation on sustainability and a discussion regarding assessment policy.

• Approval of November meeting minutes
• Ramsey County Environmental Services Center Update
• Sustainability Super Meeting & Green Team Update
• Assessment Policy Discussion
• Future Agenda Items

The Roseville Public Works, Environment & Transportation Commission met on January 28, 2025, and approved the November 26, 2024 meeting minutes. They received updates on various projects, including the Hamling Avenue Project, recycling contract changes, and the Ramsey County Environmental Services Center opening April 1, 2025. The commission discussed assessment policy for public works projects, leaning toward a simple year-based abatement model. No formal decisions were made on the assessment policy, which remains under discussion.

• Approved November 26, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed assessment policy; consensus leaned toward year-based abatement model (no formal action)

City Council

The City Council will discuss fire department staffing and a request to allow dynamic displays in sign regulations. Members will also review the Strategic Plan and potential changes to public comment time limits.

• Request by Clear Channel Outdoor MSP for City Code amendment regarding dynamic displays
• Conditional Use for BFA, Inc. (Wal-Mart) for parking lot improvements and a 2,500 square foot addition at 1960 Twin Lakes Parkway
• Agreement with DaySmart Recreation for recreation management software
• Short-term rental licenses for 770 Heinel Drive and 329 South Owasso Blvd
• Fire Department Future Staffing Review

The City Council heard a presentation from the Fire Department on future staffing needs, driven by a 9.2% increase in call volume in 2024. The Council directed the department to apply for a FEMA SAFER grant to support hiring 15 new firefighters, a move supported by all council members. The Council also approved an ordinance allowing digital billboards with a 12-second display duration, and affirmed the city's strategic plan components.

• Directed Fire Department to apply for FEMA SAFER grant (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1687 allowing digital billboards with 12-second display duration (4-1)
• Affirmed Strategic Plan values, vision, mission, and success indicators (unanimous)
• Approved amended Council and Advisory Commission Rules of Procedure (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $3,014,810.94 in payments (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for Walmart online pickup/delivery addition at 1960 Twin Lakes Parkway (consent agenda)
• Approved short-term rental licenses for 770 Heinel Drive and 329 South Owasso Blvd (consent agenda)
• Approved contract with MN BCA for fire department background checks (consent agenda)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will approve December meeting minutes and review an Equity & Inclusion Toolkit. The body will also discuss the commission's work with the City.

• Approval of December meeting minutes
• Review of Equity & Inclusion Toolkit
• Discussion about commission and City work

The Equity and Inclusion Commission met and approved the December 18, 2024 minutes. They reviewed the Equity and Inclusion Toolkit, discussed three potential work pathways (policy/planning, workforce development, cross-functional action teams), and considered youth involvement and community outreach strategies. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes and adjourning.

• Approved December 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public comment period (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:59 p.m. (unanimous)

EDA

The Roseville Economic Development Authority will hold its annual election of officers and recognize Sustainable Steward Award recipients. The body will also receive a presentation of preliminary market study data from Stantec.

• Annual Election of Officers of the Roseville Economic Development Authority
• Recognition of Roseville Sustainable Steward Award recipients
• Presentation of preliminary market study data from Stantec

City Council

The City Council will discuss next steps for the Maintenance Operations Center and License & Passport Center projects. The body will also consider a temporary liquor license and potential changes to public comment time limits.

• Approval of 1 Temporary Liquor License
• Discussion of Maintenance Operations Center project
• Discussion of License & Passport Center project
• Proposed amendments to City Council and Advisory Commission Rules of Procedure regarding public comment time limits

The City Council discussed the next steps for the Maintenance Operations Center and License & Passport Center projects. Voters approved a 0.5% local sales tax for the maintenance center but not for the license center. The Council agreed to proceed with planning for the maintenance center and will discuss implementing the sales tax at a future meeting. No formal vote was taken on this item.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Bent Brewstillery (5-0)
• Agreed to proceed with planning for the Maintenance Operations Center (discussion, no formal vote)
• Agreed to discuss sales tax implementation at a future meeting (discussion, no formal vote)
• Agreed to place public comment time limit rules on a future agenda (discussion, no formal vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a request by Clear Channel Outdoor MSP. The proposal involves amending sign regulations to allow two existing billboards to become digital displays.

• PF24-016: Request to convert two pre-existing non-conforming off-site billboards to dynamic/digital (LED) displays
• Proposed change to dynamic display duration from 25 seconds to 8 seconds
• Proposed change to maximum daylight illumination from 5,000 nits to 6,500 nits

The Roseville Planning Commission voted 3-2 to recommend City Council approval of modified zoning code text amendments allowing two existing non-conforming billboards to be converted to digital LED displays, with changes including a 35-foot height limit from the existing sign base and removal of a sentence in provision four. The recommendation will be considered by the City Council on January 27, 2025. Commissioners McGehee and Aspnes voted against, citing concerns about light pollution, lack of data on brightness comparison, and public opposition.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of modified zoning code text amendments for digital billboards (PF24-016) (3-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:24 p.m. (5-0)

Variance Board

The Variance Board will hold a public hearing to consider two property requests. The board will decide if specific projects are permitted to encroach into required property setbacks.

• Public hearing for a freestanding sign setback variance (Planning File 24-020)
• Public hearing for a residential home addition rear yard setback variance (Planning File 24-021)

The Roseville Variance Board approved two variance requests at its January 8, 2025 meeting. The first allowed a freestanding sign at 1690 Hamline Avenue to be placed within required front and side setbacks. The second allowed a home addition at 1274 Rose Place to encroach into the rear yard setback. Both approvals were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved variance for freestanding sign at 1690 Hamline Avenue (Resolution No. 171, 3-0)
• Approved variance for home addition at 1274 Rose Place (Resolution No. 172, 3-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved December 4, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review a park dedication recommendation for a specific property and discuss updates for Rosebrook Park. The body will also review and adopt its goals for the commission.

• Park dedication recommendation for 571 Roselawn Ave W
• Rosebrook Park update and request for feedback
• Review and adoption of Parks and Recreation Commission Goals

The Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to recommend replacing the wading pool at Rosebrook Park with a splash pad, citing cost, safety, and accessibility benefits. They also recommended a $4,250 cash payment for park dedication at 571 Roselawn Ave. W. and adopted the commission's goals for the coming years.

• Recommended replacing Rosebrook Park wading pool with splash pad (7-0)
• Recommended $4,250 cash-in-lieu for park dedication at 571 Roselawn Ave. W. (7-0)
• Adopted Parks and Recreation Commission Goals as written (7-0)
• Approved December 3, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The City Council will swear in Council Members Matt Bauer and Julie Strahan. The body will decide on the 2025 Public Works Work Plan, legislative priorities, and the appointment of an Acting Mayor for 2025.

• Approval of County Road C Project pathway and midblock crossings
• Approval of Public Works 2025 Work Plan
• Professional Services Agreement with The Axtell Group for police resource evaluation
• Approval of annual contracts with Northeast Youth and Family Services
• Approval of general purchases exceeding $10,000

The City Council approved a motion to support a resident petition to remove the proposed north-side pathway and mid-block crossings from the County Road C project, while keeping a protected crossing at the east side of the Matilda intersection and enhancing ADA ramps and crosswalk striping. The decision followed extensive public comment and discussion. A counter-motion to keep the pathway failed for lack of a second. The vote was unanimous (5-0).

• Approved motion to remove north-side pathway and mid-block crossings from County Road C project, with protected crossing at Matilda and ADA/striping enhancements (5-0)
• Approved Public Works 2025 Work Plan (5-0)
• Approved Wayfinding Signage Location Plan (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Legislative Priorities (5-0)
• Reappointed eligible commissioners and approved 2025 recruitment dates (5-0)
• Approved City Council and Advisory Commission Rules and Procedures with presiding officer addition (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12122 designating representatives to various groups and committees (5-0)
• Designated Councilmember Groff as Acting Mayor for 2025 (5-0)