CC WS 2019 04 08CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
APRIL 8, 2019
Mayor Ryan called the work session to order at 5:05 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ryan, Councilwoman Tjornhom, Councilman
McDonald, Councilman Campion, and Councilwoman Coleman
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Gerhardt, Chelsea Petersen, Todd Hoffman, Sharmeen Al-Jaff, Mary
Blazanin, Jill Sinclair, Andy Brotzler, and Jason Wedel
SENIOR COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Barbara Nevin, Dorina Tipton, Carol
Buesgens, Jerry Cerchia, Mack Titus, Bhakti Moti, Lisa Lyon and Ruth Lunde
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Don Vasatka, Keith Butcher,
Kristen Fulkerson, Greg Hawks, Bill Chappell and Jeff Harken
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Boettcher, Karl
Tsuchiya, Meredith Petouvis, Joseph Scanlon, Matt Kutz, Sandy Sweetser, and Haley Pemrick
JOINT MEETING WITH THE SENIOR COMMISSION.
After introductions Chair Barbara Nevin reviewed goals regarding volunteering, mentoring, need
for additional bingo cards for the 4th of July, charity opportunities, and transportation. Jerry
Cerchia discussed Carver County Triad and their work in educating the public about senior
safety. Mayor Ryan asked for clarification on who coordinates the Triad presentations. Dorina
Tipton discussed the Act on Alzheimers program goals and achievements in the past year. Jerry
Cerchia discussed the initiative to communicate with all senior citizens in Chanhassen to help
with education on available services. Mayor Ryan suggested the Senior Commission look into a
new publication called Neighbors of Chanhassen who are looking for additional content.
JOINT MEETING WITH THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION.
After introductions Keith Butcher reviewed the list of accomplishments over the past year
regarding education, activities associated with Arbor Day and trees, articles in the Chanhassen
Villager and Connection, and the Environmental Commission’s focus on social media. He
discussed the Environmental Commission’s biggest initiative was joining the GreenStep Cities
Program associated with the League of Minnesota Cities. Mayor Ryan asked for clarification on
how the GreenStep Cities program operates. Keith Butcher continued discussing programs and
activities that Environmental Commissioners were involved with and goals for the 2019/20 work
plan. Councilman Campion asked about the Environmental Commission’s involvement with the
Carver County Recycling Center. Todd Gerhard discussed options for residents using private
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haulers for recycling. Mayor Ryan requested some form of Minutes from Environmental
Commission meetings.
JOINT MEETING WITH THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION.
After introductions Jim Boettcher reviewed the list of accomplishments for the Park and
Recreation Commission including lighting of the Lake Susan ballfield, Manchester Park, and
completion of the park shelter initiatives. Future goals include design of the park associated with
the Galpin property, park equipment replacement program, success of the 4 big community
events, and asked for guidance from council members on how the Park and Recreation
Commission should proceed in the coming year. Todd Gerhardt explained that the Galpin
property will be a part of the CIP discussion for development of the property and trails around
Lake Ann and Lake Lucy and possible partnerships with the watershed district. Mayor Ryan
challenged the commission to use the Master Park Plan when planning for development of the
Galpin property other than just trails. Jim Boettcher noted that being on the Carver County Park
Commission, he explained that the Three Rivers Park District plans to add single track bike trails
at Carver Park and discussed future development of Bandimere Park. Mayor Ryan asked about
funding priorities. Jim Boettcher discussed completion of the Arboretum trail and park
equipment replacement funding as being top priorities. Mayor Ryan, realizing there were no
applicants, asked about outreach to get another youth commission representative. Councilman
McDonald encouraged the commission to continue with development of Bandimere Park.
Councilwoman Coleman asked if there is anything new associated with recreation programs.
Mayor Ryan noted that residents are asking for a recreational ice skating rink at Pioneer Park.
UPDATE ON HIGHWAY 101 IMPROVEMENTS, PIONEER TRAIL TO FLYING
CLOUD DRIVE, PROJECT NO. 14-08.
Todd Gerhardt introduced Andy Brotzler, Acting City Engineer; Jon Horn with Kimley-Horn
and Associates, the consultant on this project, and Darin Mielke, Carver County Public Works
who provided an update on the status of the project design with 60 percent completed plans. Jon
Horn discussed open house meetings with affected residents, a map showing roadway
improvements including construction of roundabouts, construction impacts, pedestrian and
bicycle facilities, construction phasing and staging during 2020-2021, sanitary sewer and
watermain improvements, right-of-way and easement acquisition including the Link property,
estimated cost and funding breakdown, and schedule for next steps in the process. Mayor Ryan
asked about additional approvals that are needed from different agencies, the status of the Link
property easement acquisition, and trail design.
Mayor Ryan adjourned the work session at 6:55 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt, City Manager Prepared by Nann Opheim