HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-28-17CITY OF LAKEVILLE
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MINUTES
August 28, 2017
1. Mayor Anderson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Lake Marion Conference Room.
Members present: Mayor Anderson, Council Members Davis, LaBeau, Hellier, and Wheeler
Members absent: None
Staff present: Justin Miller, City Administrator; Allyn Kuennen, Assistant City Administrator;
Daryl Morey, Planning Director; John Hennen, Parks & Recreation Director; Zach Johnson, City
Engineer; Jerilyn Erickson, Finance Director; Tamara Wallace, Deputy City Clerk
2. Citizen Comments
There were no citizen comments.
3. Comprehensive Plan Update
Mr. Morey provided a brief update on the 2018 Comprehensive Plan. The overview included
results from the resident online survey, feedback from six neighborhood meetings held in April
and May, community presentations to various organizations within the city, as well as response
from a recent developer forum. Staff will look to schedule work sessions in October with the City
Council to present the draft preliminary plan, and obtain feedback and recommendations to
incorporate into the future document.
4. Maynard Johnson Pioneer Plaza Nomination
Staff is seeking to nominate Maynard B. Johnson for a Pioneer Plaza Induction based on a 2010
policy to honor long-time Lakeville residents or business owners who have shown a substantial
commitment and influence within the community. As a long-term resident of Lakeville for 52
years, Maynard made numerous contributions to the city including the establishment of the
industrial park comprised of over 150 businesses, the Lakeville Chamber of Commerce, as well as
the annual Pan-O-Prog celebration.
Jack Matasosky, Owner of APPRO Development, Inc.
Discussed the nomination letter he wrote for Maynard which included his many community
involvements.
The Council agreed Maynard B. Johnson was a necessary inductee for this nomination as
someone who had a huge impact and presence within the city; and directed staff to move forward
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with next steps to honor Maynard as a Lakeville Pioneer. A resolution authorizing this induction
will be presented at the September 5 City Council Meeting.
5. Transportation Update
Mr. Johnson provided the transportation update which primarily included timeline information
on street closures, access, signage, and next phases for both the County Road 50 and Downtown
Lakeville Streetscape projects. All projects have been affected by various weather obstacles during
construction, however staff is working to provide the community and businesses affected with the
most up to date information possible.
6. 2017 Budget/ Fleet and Equipment CIP
Finance Director Jerilyn Erickson provided an overview of the proposed 2018 property tax levy,
property tax supported -funds, revenue and expenditure changes in the General Fund, and the
impact on the median home and fund balance reserves. The 2018 property tax levy considers the
City's growth, inflation, and debt service; and is comprised of the general fund, street
reconstruction, pavement management, building, equipment, park and trail improvements, and
debt service funds. The proposed preliminary levy is 5.9% increase over the 2017 levy.
The Council discussed several concerns and questions including personnel additions/ changes,
fleet maintenance and fuel costs, the lease vs. purchase of city vehicles, life of a fleet vehicle, the
police shooting range, expansion of the Central Maintenance Facility, the Arts Center
improvements, as well as an extensive conversation about the importance of supporting first
responders with the staffing and training necessary to manage mental health calls.
The Council agreed on a preliminary tax levy of 5.9% with an expectation that staff would further
review and tighten projected numbers, re -assess maintenance needs and policies, and make
necessary adjustments where possible to decrease the final tax levy.
7. Committee/ City Administrator Updates
Mr. Miller provided a brief update on the compensation study contract which the personnel
committee has reviewed and recommended the City go with Springsted, Inc. Staff has also
interviewed four vendors to look at a utility rate study that will be completed before yearend in
time to set the utility rates for 2018. Finally, the personnel committee is evaluating a retirement
incentive program for employees who provide additional notice before leaving their position.
Council Member Hellier attended the League of Minnesota Fiscal Futures meeting where they
discussed the future of Local Government Aid (LGA).
Mayor Anderson reminded the council of two upcoming events: A bike ride with the Mayor
hosted by the Lakeville Friends of the Environment on Saturday, September 16; and the
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upcoming Police & Firefighter's Ball to be held on Friday, September 8 at Brackett's Crossing
Country Club.
Council Member LaBeau added that the Police & Firefighter's Ball will also include recognition of
the Police Chaplains and Reserve Officers.
8. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
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Tamara��Tallace, deputy City Clerk
Douglas . Anderson, Mayor