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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-13-26 City Council Workshop MinutesCITY OF LADE ELMO CITY COUNCIL WORI{SHOP MINUTES JANUARY 13, 2026 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Cadenhead called the meeting to order at 6.30 pm. PRESENT: Mayor Cadenhead, Councilmembers Nick Dragisich, Matt Him, Jeff Holtz and Nick Kragness. Staff present: City Administrator Miller, Senior Planner Jensen, Administrative Services Director Doyle, Communications Coordinator Smith, City Engineer Stanley, City Engineer Griffin, Public Works Director Powers, Fire Chief Kalis, Finance Director Hadler and City Clerk Johnson. Broadband Franchise Discussion Attorney Michael Bradley presented information regarding broadband franchising, noting benefits to the city and city residents. Discussion held regarding permitting and implementation of a franchise system. Commissioner/Council Training City Attorney Sonsalla conducted training on the open meeting law, data practices, gift law, conflicts of interest, meeting procedures, social media, city code requirements, evaluating applications, ordinance enforcement and tips for effective participation. Planning Commission Work Plan Senior Planner Jensen presented the 2026 draft work plan for the Planning Commission. Discussion was held regarding the proposed ball field complex and wildlife corridors. Short term rentals were also discussed. Parks Commission Work Plan Interim Public Works Director Swanepoel presented the 2026 draft work plan for the Parks Commission. Discussion was held regarding noise issues from pickleball courts in neighborhoods. Draft Legislative Priorities City Administrator Miller requested input on the draft legislative policies document. Discussion was held regarding the order of the items on the list and crosswalks on county roads. Meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m. ATTEST: ity erk LAKE ELMO CITY COUNCIL Jeff Holtz, Acting Mayor