03-21-2022 City Council Regular Meeting MinutesCHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
MARCH 21, 2022
Mayor Ryan called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was opened with the Pledge
of Allegiance.
COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ryan, Councilman Campion, Councilwoman
Rehm, Councilwoman Schubert, Councilman McDonald.
COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: Laurie Hokkanen, City Manager; Matt Unmacht, Assistant City Manager;
Kate Aanenson, Community Development Director; Charlie Howley, City Engineer/Public
Works Director; George Bender, Assistant City Engineer; Don Johnson, Fire Chief; Lt. Lance
Pearce, Carver County Sheriff’s Office; and Jerry Ruegemer, Park & Recreation Director.
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Detective Josh Baker, Carver County Sheriff’s Office
Rob Schatzle, RSI Marine
Jon Rausch, Cushman and Wakefield
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
CONSENT AGENDA: Councilman Campion moved, Councilman McDonald seconded
that the City Council approve the following consent agenda items pursuant to the City
Manager’s recommendations:
1. Degler Farm: Approve a Request to Amend Interim Use Permit #2021-13 to Extend the
Termination Date of the Permit
2. DOT Drug and Alcohol Policy for Commercial Drivers and the Non-DOT Drug Testing and
Drug Free Workplace Policy for City Employees
3. Resolution 2022-26: Accept 2022 Community Events Sponsorship Donations from Area
Businesses
4. Resolution 2022-27: Approve Proposal with Parrott Contracting to add Water Hydrant at
Chanhassen Pioneer Cemetery
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5. Resolution 2022-28: Support for entering into a Host Site Agreement with the MPCA for a
Minnesota GreenCorps Member in the 2022-2023 Program Year
6. Ordinance 687: Amend Economic Development Commission terms; and Resolution 2022-
29: Amend Economic Development Commission Bylaws relative to Commissioners' Terms
7. City Commission and Park & Recreation Referendum Task Force Appointments
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS. None.
FIRE DEPARTMENT/LAW ENFORCEMENT UPDATE
1. Fire Department Update
Fire Chief Johnson gave an update noting they have 33 paid on-call firefighters with two on
medical leave. The seven new candidates are at various stages of the hiring process and should
be ready to go by April 4, 2022. On March 10 Captain interviews were held with offers extended
to three internal candidates; one of the external candidates will also be taking a Captain’s
position. Chief Johnson stated the department responded to 65 calls in February with 21 general
alarms, 5 fire calls, and 49 EMS calls. He shared about the new SCBA equipment, CPR training,
and fire inspections and code violations.
2. Law Enforcement Update and 2021 Annual Report
Lieutenant Pearce presented the 2021 Annual Report, noting total criminal offenses included 609
crimes, 1,026 medical calls, and 179 mental health calls. The police are spending on average
2.28 hours on each call, which does not include follow-up duties. Lieutenant Pearce spoke about
the Sherriff’s Office initiative and goals to address mental health including training in the second
year of employment, mental health and de-escalation resolution with autism training, the addition
of a mental health co-responder, and mental health crisis staff embedded within the dispatch
center. Lieutenant Pearce shared information and graphs on burglary and robbery, theft and
vehicle theft, fraud, assault and sex crimes, DUI and drug offenses, domestics, and arrests.
Investigator Josh Baker shared about a larger burglary ring that occurred on August 5, 2021 with
multiple addresses which had been burglarized within the City and surrounding cities. He spoke
about the process of investigating and detective involvement with muti-jurisdictional meetings to
identify the perpetrators.
Lieutenant Pearce shared about policing and public safety trends Statewide, fatal crashes, stolen
vehicles, police pursuits, and water safety incidents noting stats have increased. He noted they
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are seeing some public safety hiring and retention challenges with retirements and some who are
simply quitting their jobs and saying “I’m done” with no plan on what they will do next.
He shared difficulties found in less people coming into law enforcement and noted the
department is trying to find alternate ways to recruit. The 2022 vision for the department is to
continue building on community partnerships, to build on training requirements as they evolve,
to continue building on mental wellness both inside and outside the agency, and to build a
foundation with hiring and retention.
Mayor Ryan, on behalf of the City Council, expressed appreciation for the hard work and
dedication the department gives for the community.
3. 2021/2022 Law Enforcement Contract Overview & Highlights
Mayor Ryan asked the City Council to look through this item noting they would speak about it at
a future time.
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. Resolution 2022-30: Conduct Public Improvement Hearing, Order the Project,
Approve Plans and Specifications, and Authorize the Advertisement for Bids for the
2022 Lake Lucy Road Rehabilitation Project No. 20-03
Assistant City Engineer Bender gave a presentation on the item. He gave history on the proposed
project and shared about geotechnical reports, bituminous layer thickness and pavement depths,
and explained the modified re-striping of the street including a white fog line. Mr. Bender noted
they will be improving the pedestrian crossings with updated signage and shared about the trail
rehabilitation with full depth reclamation and an ADA–compliant trail section. He spoke about
water main and sanitary sewer rehabilitation and repairs, as well as storm water improvements
within the project. Mr. Bender shared the total budgeted amount for the project is $875,000 with
the estimated amount of the project coming in slightly over budget at $892,000. The preliminary
assessment amount for the project area is $4,040 per unit and Mr. Bender shared calculations on
screen noting there are 20 assessable units along the road. Staff recommends the City Council
order the improvements, approve the plan specifications, and authorize the advertisement for bid.
Mayor Ryan opened the public hearing. There were no public comments.
Mayor Ryan closed the public hearing.
Councilman McDonald moved, Councilwoman Schubert seconded that the City Council
adopts a resolution ordering the improvements, approving the plan and specifications, and
authorizing advertisement for bids for the 2022 Lake Lucy Road Rehabilitation Project No.
20-03. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
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GENERAL BUSINESS
1. 10500 and 10520 Great Plains Boulevard: Approve a Request for Conceptual PUD for a
Mixed-Use Planned Unit Development (PUD) Rezoning on approximately 8.3 Acres
with a Land Use
Ms. Aanenson gave a presentation on Planning Case 2022-04 RSI Marine Concept Planned Unit
Development (PUD) which went before the Planning Commission on March 1, 2022 and was
recommended with a 4-0 approval. The property would be rezoned to PUD which is consistent
with the Comprehensive Plan. The use would be warehousing for boat storage for the marine
business and allows for future redevelopment as a mixed-use district. The project allows the area
to function as a transition between the intersections of Highway 101 and 61 and the high-density
residential to the east. Ms. Aanenson shared about public utilities, noting sanitary and potable
water services are not yet available to the site but that non-potable water can be used for fire
suppression needs. Staff recommends approval with conditions listed in the Staff Report.
Mayor Ryan asked about the access asking if it is a right-in and right-out.
Mr. Bender clarified because it is a County Road all access must be reviewed and approved by
the County. In their review, if the County has concerns they will need to be addressed.
Rob Schatzle, Applicant, also owns a shop in Shakopee and clarified the Chanhassen location
will strictly be storage and he is open to suggestions for the future.
Councilman Campion moved, Councilwoman Schubert seconded that the Chanhassen City
Council approves the Concept PUD 2022-04 subject to the conditions of approval. All voted
in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
2. Resolution 2022-31: Establish Election Precincts and Designate Polling Places
City Manager Hokkanen said the City looks at population when drawing precincts and are
looking to reduce from 7 polling places to 6 polling places due to the increase in absentee or
early voting. The City believes it can provide a quality voting experience by going to 6 precincts
which will reduce demand on Staff, the amount of election workers hired, and the amount of
capital equipment needed.
Councilman McDonald moved, Councilwoman Schubert seconded that the Chanhassen
City Council adopts a resolution establishing election precincts and designating polling
places. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS. None.
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ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS.
1. Planning Department 2021 Year-End Review and 2022 Work Plan
Ms. Aanenson shared a report with the City Council and stated they had a busy year in 2021 and
in 2022 she anticipates Avienda coming forward as well as some other projects.
CORRESPONDENCE DISCUSSION.
1. MnDOT State Aid for Local Transportation Brochure
2. SouthWest Transit Commission Letter of Support dated March 14, 2022
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Ryan closed the session at 9:01 p.m. as permitted by State Statute 13D.05, Subd. 3(a) to
evaluate the performance of an individual who is subject to its authority.
1. City Manager Performance Review
The meeting adjourned at 9:44 p.m.
Submitted by Laurie Hokkanen
City Manager
Prepared by Kim Meuwissen
City Clerk