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CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
OCTOBER 13, 2014
Mayor Furlong called the work session to order at 5:30 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mayor Furlong, Councilman Laufenburger, Councilwoman Ernst,
and Councilwoman Tjornhom
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT:
Councilman McDonald
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Gerhardt, Laurie Hokkanen, Paul Oehme, Kate Aanenson, Todd Hoffman,
Greg Sticha, and Chief Don Johnson
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Brent Carron, Luke Thunberg
and Jim Boettcher
2015-2019 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
Todd Gerhardt reviewed the City’s policy for equipment replacement. Greg Sticha discussed the detailed
items outlined in the 5 year capital improvement program for a total of just over $5 million dollars. Todd
Gerhardt recognized Charlie Siegel, explaining he does a great job of maintaining the City’s equipment.
Councilman Laufenburger asked Mr. Sticha to explain why the City is requesting yearly amounts of
around $1 million which is more than the $800,000 levy and how the additional dollars will be funded.
Mayor Furlong asked about the history of levying for equipment replacements and the timeline for
snowplow replacements. In reviewing the park dedication fund, Greg Sticha reviewed the 5 year forecast
for revenues and expenses. Todd Hoffman reviewed what changes have occurred from last year’s 5 year
CIP recommendation by the Park and Recreation Commission. Mayor Furlong asked for clarification on
trail funding sources. Greg Sticha explained that the 5 year CIP is a planning document only. Mayor
Furlong asked about the City’s policy regarding the fund balance minimum for the park dedication fund.
Councilman Laufenburger asked Todd Hoffman to thank the Park and Recreation Commissioners for
their work on this 5 year CIP. Greg Sticha discussed projected costs associated with road projects and
water treatment facility options being proposed in the future that are greater than $250,000. Mayor
Furlong discussed showing the City’s portion of the large road projects as compared to the total amount
for the project with all entities involved. In discussing future water treatment plans, Mayor Furlong asked
for clarification on the impact to utility rates. Councilman Laufenburger asked about the City’s
maintenance policy for sidewalks and trails, and the number shown for the general fund surplus.
FIRE EQUIPMENT STUDY.
Fire Department Vehicle Replacement Schedule was reviewed by Chief Don Johnson for 2015 through
2030. Councilman Laufenburger asked about the possibility of donating used equipment. Greg Sticha
discussed funding sources for the proposed equipment. Councilwoman Ernst asked for clarification on
the standards used to build fire equipment, i.e. aerial ladder truck.
2015 BUDGET DISCUSSION, ENTERPRISE AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, DETAILED
DEPARTMENT PRESENTATIONS.
In reviewing special revenue funds Greg Sticha reviewed the charitable gambling fund, noting a slight
increase in revenue. Chief Don Johnson reviewed plans from the fire department to use the additional
funds. Laurie Hokkanen reviewed the cable TV fund, noting no significant changes are proposed for
City Council Work Session – October 13, 2014
2015. In reviewing Enterprise Funds, Paul Oehme discussed water operations which showed an increase
to reflect actual costs. Sewer Operations showed an increase in Met Council’s sewer charge by 8.9%
increase from the previous year. Surface Water Management fund showed a $10,000 increase to
complete the update on the Surface Water Management Plan. Mayor Furlong asked about projected costs
associated with Inflow and Infiltration.
Todd Gerhardt discussed health care quotes which came in below budget projections.
Mayor Furlong adjourned the work session meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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