CC WS 2019 10 14
CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
WORK SESSION
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Mayor Ryan called the work session meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.
COUNCIL MEMBER PRESENT: Mayor Ryan, Councilwoman Tjornhom, and Councilman
Campion
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilwoman Coleman and Councilman McDonald
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Gerhardt, Jake Foster, Kate Aanenson, Todd Hoffman, Greg Sticha,
and Bruce Loney
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Gary and Mary Halama 670 Creekwood
DISCUSS CODE AMENDMENTS.
Kate Aanenson reviewed the following list of proposed code amendments:
Paver design plates
Recreational beach lots
Traffic impact
Solar energy systems
Electronic Message center (EMC) funds
Interim uses
Special/temporary events
Removing commissioners
Driveway configurations
Require walkways and pads
Airport zoning standards
Birds of prey
Parking graphic correction
Kate Aanenson explained that the public hearing for these city code amendments will be held at
the Planning Commission. Councilman Campion asked for clarification on special/temporary
events. Mayor Ryan explained how the council will proceed moving forward and that
Councilman Campion can bring up the issue of food trucks when these city code amendments
are brought back to the City Council for discussion.
City Council Work Session – October 14, 2019
2020-2024 CIP REVIEW.
Greg Sticha reviewed his memo regarding the Capital Replacement Equipment Fund.
Councilman Campion asked for clarification of the proposed remodeling of the front desk area at
city hall and if the budgeted $800,000 per year is adequate to keep up with equipment upgrades.
Staff explained that when the $800,000 was established it wasn’t anticipated to use reserves for
fire equipment or computer/software purchases. Mayor Ryan asked about the reasoning behind
using reserves for different departments and not the general fund, and the similarities in using
reserves for the pavement management program. She voiced her concern with the use of reserve
money. Greg Sticha explained that staff can bring a list of projects earlier to be reviewed in the
budget process. Councilwoman Tjornhom asked why the replacement of pavers in City Center
Park isn’t listed under the Park and Recreation fund. Councilman Campion asked about the
products used for paver replacements. Mayor Ryan asked staff to keep projects closer to the
budgeted $800,000 and not use reserves. Councilwoman Tjornhom asked for clarification of the
funding source for fire equipment. Todd Gerhardt explained how raising the levy for the fire
department would mean an increase to the levy. Mayor Ryan expressed concern and frustration
over the proposed increase in spending in the capital fund over the next 5 years. Greg Sticha
explained that staff will bring the detailed CIP expenses earlier next year. Todd Hoffman
clarified what materials are being used for paver replacements. Greg Sticha continued with
review of the park dedication fund. Mayor Ryan asked for an update on final costs for the
Arboretum underpass trail. Greg Sticha continued review of the park replacement fund, Lyman
Boulevard street improvement project from Galpin Boulevard to TH 41 which will use MSA
funds through the County, Galpin Boulevard from Highway 5 north to the city limits, how these
street projects affect MSA funding and options for funding future shortfalls through 2026. Greg
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Sticha explained that the council will see this item for approval on December 9. Mayor Ryan
asked for a detailed presentation on costs associated with the $3.6 million being asked to fund
the pavement management program and the affect on utility funds.
REVIEW OF 2020 SPECIAL REVENUE AND ENTERPRISE FUND BUDGETS.
Greg Sticha reviewed details of the charitable gambling fund, Cable television fund, cemetery
fund noting no significant changes in any of the funds before reviewing the enterprise funds for
water, sewer, and surface water management which are not being affected by the increase in the
pavement management program. Todd Gerhardt explained that staff will bring back the results of
the I/I study.
Mayor Ryan adjourned the work session at 7:00 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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