CC WS 2019 07 22CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
JULY 22, 2019
Mayor Ryan called the work session to order at 5:00 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ryan, Councilwoman Tjornhom, Councilman
McDonald, Councilwoman Coleman and Councilman Campion
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Gerhardt, Kate Aanenson, Jason Wedel, Todd Hoffman, Greg Sticha,
Chief Don Johnson, and MacKenzie Walters
PUBLIC PRESENT: None
CHAPTER 9 FIRE CODE UPDATE AND CHAPTER 18 FIRE APPARATUS ACCESS
ROAD DISCUSSION.
Chief Don Johnson presented background information on the reason for amendments to Chapter
9 of the Fire Code in Appendices B, C, E, F, G, H, I, J, K and L. Mayor Ryan asked for
clarification on how theses amendments will be implemented. Chief Johnson discussed changes
being requested with Appendix A and D. Kate Aanenson discussed changes associated with
Appendix D and Chapter 18 regarding street design standards. MacKenzie Walters explained
changes made by staff to bring the city ordinance in compliance with Chapter 9 of the Fire Code.
Kate Aanenson discussed cul-de-sac lengths and potential future street connections.
Councilman McDonald asked how these changes would affect Prince’s property. Chief Johnson
continued with discussion of open burning changes which will remove permit burns.
Councilwoman Coleman asked what will be done to educate the public on the proposed changes.
Mayor Ryan suggested including an insert with The Connection.
DISCUSSION ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION BYLAWS.
Greg Sticha reviewed how staff determined formation of Bylaws for the Economic Development
Commission including duties and responsibilities. Under 1.3 Mayor Ryan asked that other
studies be included along with the Comprehensive Plan, modifying 1.6 regarding review of TIF
districts, and modify wording under 1.7. Greg Sticha continued explaining that Section 2
consists of meeting schedule, Section 3 commission composition terms and vacancies, Section 4
regarding organization, Section 5 procedure and Section 6 which pertains to miscellaneous items.
He stated he will bring back a complete document at a future City Council meeting.
INITIAL REVIEW OF 2020 BUDGET AND DISCUSS PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT
OPTIONS.
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Greg Sticha reviewed the proposed general fund which results in a $335,000 shortfall in the
budget and possible adjustments to set the levy to new growth. Councilman McDonald asked for
clarification on the new growth number of 1.61 percent. Mayor Ryan asked that department
heads clarify their proposed increases for each department. Greg Sticha explained that the
increases are strictly for wages and health care. Councilman McDonald asked for clarification
on how the library debt levy amount of $190,000 is being transferred. Greg Sticha continued
with discussion of the tax rate for Chanhassen being one of the lowest in the Twin Cities which
leaves options for funding the pavement management program. Mayor Ryan discussed her
challenge with the addition of adding service levels for funding the duty crews in the fire
department. Greg Sticha reviewed possible scenarios for funding the pavement management
program which includes a $3 franchise fee and in 2021 raising the levy by 3 ½ percent. Greg
Sticha stated staff is looking for feedback on what to present at the public education meeting
being held August 26th. Jason Wedel explained how he came up with the need for $3.6 million
annually to fund future road projects.
The work session was recessed at 6:55 p.m. It was reconvened at 9:20 p.m.
CONTINUE DISCUSSION PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT OPTIONS.
Greg Sticha continued with discussion of impact on different scenarios including franchise fees
and property tax levy for different home values. Councilman Campion asked about the impact of
these numbers with pothole patching. Mayor Ryan asked how staff can address the pothole
problem immediately and how to address feedback from residents that they’re paying a franchise
fee but there’s still a pothole problem. Staff discussed budgeting options to address potholes.
Greg Sticha explained that staff is looking for consensus on what option to present to the public.
After comments and discussion from council members it was the consensus to present the option
with a $5 franchise fee and an annual budget of $3.6 million per year.
Mayor Ryan adjourned the work session at 9:40 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim