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CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
FEBRUARY 23, 2009
Mayor Furlong called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. The meeting was opened with the
Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mayor Furlong, Councilman Litsey, Councilwoman
Ernst, Councilwoman Tjornhom, and Councilman McDonald
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Gerhardt, Elliott Knetsch, Laurie Hokkanen, Kate Aanenson, Paul
Oehme, and Todd Hoffman
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Kip & Cameron Lindberg 7361 Minnewashta Parkway
Dalsin 7259 Tartan Curve
Maddy Haigh 90 West Point Circle
Deb McMillan Southwest Metro Chamber
Michael Wurm 2345 Fawn Hill Court
Ciasa Riehl 1221 Bluff Creek Drive, Chaska
Kayla Holme 447 Theis Drive
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor Furlong amended the published agenda to move
visitor presentations before the law enforcement/fire department update.
CONSENT AGENDA:Councilwoman Ernst moved, Councilman Litsey seconded to
approve the following consent agenda items pursuant to the City Manager’s
recommendations:
a. Approval of Minutes:
-City Council Work Session Minutes dated February 9, 2009
-City Council Verbatim and Summary Minutes dated February 9, 2009
Resolution #2009-11:
b. Accept $6,110 Donation from SouthWest Metro Chamber of
Commerce for Chanhassen Community Events.
Resolution #2009-12:
c. Well No. 8 Project 97-4-2: Approve Quote for Annual
Rehabilitation.
Resolution #2009-13:
d. TH 101 Gap Project: Approve Resolution Requesting
Reimbursement from MnDot, Community Roadside Landscape Partnership.
f. Approval of 2009 Legislative Priorities.
City Council Summary - February 23, 2009
g. Approve Resolutions Allowing Interfund Loans for Tax Increment Districts:
Resolution #2009-14A:
1) Resolution Authorizing Interfund Loan for Advance of
Certain Costs in Conjunction with the Northbay TIF District (#5).
Resolution #2009-14B:
2) Resolution Authorizing Interfund Loans for Advance of
Certain Costs in Conjunction with the Presbyterian Homes TIF District (#8).
Resolution #2009-14C:
3) Resolution Authorizing Interfund Loans for Advance of
Certain Costs in Conjunction with the Gateway Apartments TIF District (#9).
Resolution #2009- 15:
h. Accept Donation from General Mills Foundation for 2009 Safety
Camp.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
Deb McMillan with the SouthWest Metro Chamber of
Commerce presented a check in the amount of $6,110, the proceeds from the Feb Fest fishing
contest on behalf of the park and rec department.
LAW ENFORCEMENT/FIRE DEPARTMENT UPDATE.
Lt. Jim Olson asked if there were
any questions regarding the monthly numbers from January before reviewing the benchmarks
that were formulated to look at the county’s policing plan. He asked for the public’s help in
keeping vehicles and garage doors closed and locked and to report any suspicious activity
residents see in their neighborhoods. Councilman Litsey and Councilman McDonald publicly
thanked Lt. Jim Olson and his predecessor, Sergeant Anderley for doing a good job over the last
couple years. Chief Gregg Geske commented on the TV news footage that talked about Class B
foams that were used for training by different fire departments in the state and explained the
city’s use of different types of foams. In giving an update on a structure fire which occurred
during the day when the department is short handed, Chief Gregg Geske thanked public works
employees Tim Monnens and Jerry Johnson who reported the fire and helped in dragging and
laying hose and Brett Martinson, formerly on the fire department, who assisted in setting up the
aerial truck.
PUBLIC HEARING: CONSIDER AMENDMENT TO THE ENABLING RESOLUTION
FOR THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
Laurie Hokkanen presented the staff report on this item. Mayor Furlong opened the public
hearing. No one spoke and the public hearing was closed.
Resolution #2009-16: Councilman Litsey moved, Councilman McDonald seconded that the
City Council adopt the resolution amending the Resolution Enabling the Creation of the
Economic Development Authority in the City of Chanhassen. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
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City Council Summary - February 23, 2009
PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING: APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS;
AUTHORIZE ADVERTISING FOR BIDS.
Paul Oehme presented the staff report on this item before introducing the construction manager
for the project, Brian Recker with RJM Construction who reviewed the budget estimate and
outlined the bidding approach intended to be used. Councilman Litsey asked what areas have
been identified to come in under budget. Councilman McDonald asked what was being done to
notify local sub-contractors of the bidding process. Mayor Furlong asked if any of the alternates
being proposed would affect the cost of operating the facility. The architect, Jeff Oertel
reviewed the site plan, building materials and layout.
Resolution #2009-17: Councilman Litsey moved, Councilman McDonald seconded that the
City Council approves the plans and specifications and authorizes the advertisement for
bids for the Chanhassen Public Works Maintenance Facility Project 08-03. All voted in
favor, except for Councilwoman Ernst who abstained. The motion carried with a vote of 4
in favor and 1 abstention.
TWO APPOINTMENTS TO THE JOINT AIRPORT ZONING BOARD, FLYING
CLOUD AIRPORT, METROPOLITAN AIRPORTS COMMISSION.
Kate Aanenson provided background information for this item.
Councilwoman Tjornhom moved, Councilman Litsey seconded that the Chanhassen City
Council appoints the Community Development Director and City Councilmember Jerry
McDonald to serve on the Metropolitan Airports Commission Joint Airport Zoning Board.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
CONSENT AGENDA: (e). APPROVAL OF 2009 KEY FINANCIAL STRATEGIES.
Todd Gerhardt reviewed the purpose and goals under the Key Financial Strategies. Councilman
Litsey reiterated the fact that he would like to see the Social Host Ordinance included in the 2009
Key Financial Strategies. Council members stated they would be willing to educate themselves
more on the issue.
Councilman Litsey moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded to approve the 2009 Key
Financial Strategies and Strategic Plan as presented. All voted in favor and the motion
carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS:
Councilman McDonald provided an update on the city
council schooling he attended over the weekend.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS:
Todd Gerhardt updated the council that Kwik Trip
has announced that they’re going to build their first “green” building in Chanhassen, proposed
building expansion to Westwood Church and interest in building additional senior housing in
town.
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City Council Summary - February 23, 2009
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION.
None.
Councilwoman Ernst moved, Councilman Litsey seconded to adjourn the meeting. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. The City Council
meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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