HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 8378 RESOLUTION NO. 8378
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY COUNCIL'S IDENTIFIED
PRIORITIES FOR 2015
WHEREAS,the City Council and department heads held a planning and goal setting
retreat on February 10, 2015, at the Mounds View Community Center; and,
WHEREAS, at the retreat,the City Council reviewed and discussed the many issues
and challenges presently faced by the City; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council identified their most important priorities for 2015,which
are identified on the attached Exhibit A.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Mounds View City Council does
hereby approve its identified Priorities for 2015 as referenced in Exhibit A.
Adopted this 23rd day of February, 2015.
,.-"Joe Flaherty, Ma
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James Ericson, City Administrator
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EXHIBIT A
MOUNDItTIEW
2015 City Council Priorities
On February 10, 2015, the Mounds View City Council and members of the management team held a
planning and goal-setting retreat at the Mounds View Community Center. The City of Mounds View
provides a variety of core and essential services to its residents, property owners and business owners.
Each of these service delivery areas is an acknowledged and supported priority and each supports the
City's Mission, Vision and Values statements. Recognizing that important services such as Code
Enforcement, Street and Infrastructure Improvements, the Community Center, Parks, Public Safety,
Sewer and Water delivery are ongoing priorities which strengthen and enhance the City's livability and
social fabric,the City Council has chosen to focus particular attention this year to the following identified
priorities:
• Consider targeted property acquisitions on a case-by-case basis to eliminate blight and to
encourage redevelopment and land assembly; promote programs and opportunities to improve
neighborhoods
• Actively recruit new businesses, encourage business development and work with existing
businesses for purposes of retention and expansion
• Focus on corridor maintenance, aesthetics, landscaping and appearance; pursue completion of
corridor trailway segments and linkages to promote regional connectivity
• Promote the redevelopment vision associated with Crossroad Pointe and pursue other
redevelopment opportunities
• Explore technology enhancements to expand access and availability to residents, businesses
and City departments;provide for greater security in parks and City buildings
• Implement renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements; pursue Green-Step City
designation
• Plan for the design and reconstruction of the Public Works maintenance facility.
• Ensure Mounds View's interests are protected and promoted relating to the Rice Creek
Commons (formerly known as TCAAP)redevelopment
• Investigate the feasibility and funding opportunities associated with a"Splash Pad", and
• Promote positive partnerships and outreach efforts between the Mounds View Police
Department and the community it serves.
The City Council considers the County Road 10 corridor to be a key component in the City's ability to
grow and prosper well into the future. A healthy and vibrant commercial corridor, easily accessible and
aesthetically pleasing, will be Mounds View's foundation upon which our other amenities will be
strengthened and reinforced.
(Approved Feb 23, 2015,Res. 8378)