HomeMy WebLinkAbout#01 - 5-6-25 City Council Meeting MinutesCITY OF LAKE ELMO
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MAY 6, 2025
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Cadenhead called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
PRESENT: Mayor Charles Cadenhead and Councilmembers, Nick Dragisich, Matt Hirn, Jeff
Holtz and Nick Kragness.
Staff present: Administrator Miller, Public Works Director Powers, City Attorney Wier, City
Engineer Stanley and City Clerk Johnson
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Holtz, seconded by Councilmember Dragisich, moved TO APPROVE THE
AGENDA AS PRESENTED. Motion passed 5 – 0.
ACCEPT MINUTES
Councilmember Hirn, seconded by Councilmember Holtz, moved TO ACCEPT THE
MINUTES OF THE APRIL 15, 2025 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AS PRESENTED. Motion
passed 5 – 0.
PUBLIC COMMENTS/INQUIRIES
Colleen Swedberg presented information on the upcoming Landscape Revival plant sale at
Rockpoint Church on Saturday, June 7th.
Bob Thorn thanked the city for progress on improving and adding crosswalks in the city.
PRESENTATIONS
None
CONSENT AGENDA
2. Approve Payment of Disbursements and Payroll
3. Approve 2026 Budget Calendar
4. Approve Cross Country Ski Trail Grooming Grant – Resolution 2025-037
5. Approve Sunfish Lake Park Parking Lot Expansion
6. Approve Recycling Grant Agreement
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7. Approve Storm Water Appeal Determination
8. Approve Pay Request No. 2 for Well No. 2 PFAS WTP Project
9. Approve Pay Request No. 3 for Well No. 2 PFAS WTP Project
10. Approve Date for City Administrator Annual Review
11. Approve Hiring of Administrative Services Coordinator
Councilmember Dragisich, seconded by Councilmember Hirn, moved TO APPROVE THE
CONSENT AGENDA AS PRESENTED. Motion passed 5 - 0.
ITEM 12: Public Improvement Hearing: Approve Resolution Ordering the Improvement,
Accept Bids and Award Contract for the 2025 Street and Utility Improvements
City Engineer Stanley presented the project schedule and map, proposed improvements and
proposed assessments. Discussion was held regarding maintenance and life expectancy of the road
and curbs.
Councilmember Holtz, seconded by Councilmember Hirn, moved TO OPEN THE PUBLIC
HEARING. Motion passed 5 – 0.
Karen Granovsky, 9855 55th Street N., spoke on behalf of her and her neighbors, stating their
preference for no curbs on their street.
Brad Bergie, 9481 57th Street N., commented on the life span of the road requested a reduction in
assessment due to the current road not lasting as long as it should have.
John Burban, 9612 57th Street N., stated support for the project but requested a reduction in the
proposed assessment due to the current road not lasting as long as it should have.
Mike & Kathy Falco, 4101 Irish Court N., expressed appreciation for the project as their area had
drainage issues.
Brook Duerr, 4870 Jerome Avenue N., thanked the city for considering the road project and
noted that other areas in the city that have been recently repaved have cracking in the road.
Councilmember Holtz, seconded by Councilmember Dragisich, moved TO CLOSED THE
PUBLIC HEARING. Motion passed 5 – 0.
Discussion was held regarding the longevity of the previous road and no parking signs.
Councilmember Holtz, seconded by Councilmember Hirn, moved TO APPROVE
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-038, ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENTS, ACCEPTING BIDS,
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AND AWARDING A CONTRACT TO VALLEY PAVING, INC, FOR THE BID AMOUNT OF
$1,485,436.50 FOR THE 2025 STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS. Motion passed
5 – 0.
Councilmember Holtz, seconded by Councilmember Dragisich, moved TO AUTHORIZE THE
CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO ENTER INTO A MATERIAL TESTING CONTRACT FOR
THE PROJECT CONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES IN THE NOT-TO-EXCEED
AMOUNT OF $30,000 FOR THE 2025 STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS. Motion
passed 5 – 0.
ITEM 13: Accept Bids and Award Contract for Old Village Garden Improvements
Public Works Director Powers and Sara Evenson, HKGi landscape architect, presented the project
purpose, public engagement and preferences gathered from public open house events. Ms.
Evenson discussed the possibility of adding additional trees in the project area and reviewed quotes
received.
Councilmember Holtz, seconded by Councilmember Dragisich, moved TO APPROVE THE
OLD VILLAGE GARDEN IMPROVEMENT PLANS AS PROPOSED BY HKGI AND
CONTRACT WITH HOFFMAN & MCNAMARA FOR REMOVAL & INSTALLATION IN
2025 AND TO CONTRACT OUT PROFESSIONAL ANNUAL MAINTENANCE IN FUTURE
YEARS FOR THE OLD VILLAGE GARDENS ALONG LAKE ELMO AVE. NOT TO
EXCEED $50,290 IN 2025. Motion passed 5 – 0.
ITEM 14: Sidewalk/Trail Snow Removal Ordinance Update
Public Works Director Powers reviewed updated definitions of trails and sidewalks, noting areas
where the city would be required to clear snow from trails if the changes are adopted. Director
Powers also discussed communication with HOAs on the proposed changes.
Councilmember Hirn, seconded by Councilmember Kragness, moved TO INCLUDE A
SIDEWALK DEFINITION IN ORDINANCE 1.08.010, AND NOT INCLUDE THE TRAIL
SNOW REMOVAL LANGUAGE AS OUTLINED TO BE INCLUDED IN THE SIDEWALK
SNOW REMOVAL ORDINANCE 9.16.120
Discussion held regarding trails abutting residential areas versus city right of way.
Councilmember Dragisich, seconded by Councilmember Holtz, moved TO TABLE THE
CURRENT ITEM. Motion passed 5 – 0.
ITEM 15: Upgraded ISO Public Protection Classification
Fire Chief Kalis reviewed the results of a recent ISO review of the city’s fire department and
dispatch, noting that the city’s rating has been upgraded to Class 4.
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COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Holtz: Noted that the new Lake Elmo Elementary School held a groundbreaking
at the new side.
STAFF REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Administrator Miller: Reported on the staff appreciation event.
Public Works Director Powers: Reported on installation and removal of PFAS equipment.
Fire Chief Kalis: Thanked Public Works for assistance with the brush truck and noted that an
upcoming prescribed burn is scheduled at Lake Elmo Park reserve.
Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
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ATTEST:
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Charles Cadenhead, Mayor
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Julie Johnson, City Clerk