CC SUM 2020 06 22CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
JUNE 22, 2020
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was opened with the
Pledge to the Flag.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ryan, Councilwoman Tjornhom, Councilman
McDonald, Councilman Campion, and Councilwoman Coleman
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Gerhardt, Jake Foster, Kate Aanenson, Charlie Howley, Todd
Hoffman, Greg Sticha, Jerry Ruegemer, Roger Knutson, Richard Rice, Matt Kerr, Chief Don
Johnson, and Lt. Lance Pearce
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Harold Worrell 3835 Meadow View Terrace, St. Bonifacius
The agenda was approved as published.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT: TODD GERHARDT RETIREMENT PROCLAMATION.
Mayor Ryan opened up the meeting for comments from friends and colleagues to Todd Gerhardt.
Dave Callister, 7541 Windmill Drive discussed knowing Todd Gerhardt since graduate school at
Mankato State University and all that he has taught him through the years of being a city
manager. County Commissioner Tom Workman discussed how he met Todd when he got
elected to the Chanhassen City Council in 1988 and the good times they’ve shared over the
years. Mayor Denny Laufenburger discussed the leadership and how Todd Gerhardt has worked
very hard to build strong and lasting relationships with civic organizations in the community.
Mayor Tom Furlong, 1405 Knob Hill Lane discussed Todd’s leadership and accomplishments
during his tenure with the City. After council members provided comments and congratulations
to Todd on his retirement Mayor Ryan read a proclamation declaring Monday, June 22, 2020 as
Todd Gerhardt Day and presented him with a key to the City.
The City Council took a short recess at this point in the meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Campion moved, Councilwoman Tjornhom seconded
to approve the following consent agenda items pursuant to the City Manager’s
recommendations:
1. Approve City Council Minutes dated June 8, 2020
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2. Receive Planning Commission Minutes dated June 2, 2020
3. Approve a Request for Setback Variances to Install a Septic System in the NW Corner of
Property Located at 565 Lakota Lane
4. Approve Amendment to Chanhassen City Code Chapter 20 to Remove Residential
Restrictions for Regional/Lifestyle Center Planned Unit Developments (PUDs)
5. Approve Final Plat, Development Contract and Construction Plans and Specifications
with Variances for Boylan Shores
6. Resolution #2020-40: Authorize Entering into a Cooperative Agreement with MnDOT
for the Chanhassen Crossroads Boulevard Planting Project
7. Resolution #2020-41: Establish Two New Polling Place Locations for the 2020
Elections
8. 2020 4th of July Fireworks Display – Closure of Greenwood Shores Park
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS. STATE OF THE LIBRARY – HEIDI HOKS AND
PATRICK JONES.
Patrick Jones, the Chanhassen Library Branch Manager discussed the activities and
programming being done at the library in 2019 and half of 2020.
FIRE DEPARTMENT/LAW ENFORCEMENT UPDATE. Chief Don Johnson provided
updates on calls for service from March 20th through the end of May before presenting Todd
Gerhardt with a white fire helmet designating him as a chief with City Manager written on the
helmet. Matt Kutz, representing the Fire Relief Association, presented Todd Gerhardt with a gift
for him and his wife to enjoy.
CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR LAKE LUCY
ROAD REHABILITATION PROJECT.
Charlie Howley presented the staff report on this item.
Resolution #2020-42: Councilwoman Coleman moved, Councilman McDonald seconded
that the City Council adopts a resolution calling for the assessment hearing to be held on
Monday July 13, 2020 for the Lake Lucy Road Rehabilitation Project (City Project 20-03).
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CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS FOR 2020 STREET
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT.
Charlie Howley presented the staff report on this item.
Resolution #2020-43: Councilwoman Tjornhom moved, Councilwoman Coleman seconded
that the City Council adopts a resolution calling for the assessment hearing for the 2020
Street Improvement Project (City Project 20-05) on Monday, July 13, 2020. All voted in
favor, except for Councilman McDonald and Councilman Campion who recused
themselves from the vote. The motion carried with a vote of 3 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATION: APPOINT INTERIM CITY MANAGER. Mayor Ryan
announced the selection of Heather Johnston as the Interim City Manager.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS. Todd Gerhardt thanked the City Council and
department heads for their service to the City and the retirement presentation.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION. None.
Councilwoman Tjornhom moved, Councilman McDonald 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 8:35 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Gerhardt
City Manager
Prepared by Nann Opheim