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PROCEEDINGS OF THE MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
Regular Meeting
June 22, 2026
Mounds View City Hall
2401 Mounds View Boulevard, Mounds View, MN 55112
6:00 P.M.
1. MEETING IS CALLED TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL: Clark, Gunn, Lindstrom, Meehlhause and Smith
NOT PRESENT: None.
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A. Monday, June 22, 2026, City Council Agenda.
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Clark. To Approve the Monday, June 22, 2026, agenda as presented.
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried.
5. CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes: June 8, 2026.
B. Just and Correct Claims.
C. Resolution 10265, Approving a Contract with MuniReg LLC to Assist with
City Vacant Building Registration Program.
D. Resolution 10266, Adopting the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
Policy and Designating the Responsible Authority and Compliance Official.
E. Resolution 10267, Authorize an Internal Recruitment Process for Sergeant.
F. Resolution 10270, Approving the Status Change of Jonelle Henry from Part-
Time to Regular Full-Time Effective June 8, 2026, and begin benefits July 1,
2026.
MOTION/SECOND: Gunn/Smith. To Approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Council Member Clark congratulated Jonelle Henry on her new full-time position with the City.
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried.
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6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
A. Twin Cities Gateway – Al Stauffacher.
Al Stauffacher, Executive Director for Twin Cities Gateway, provided the Council with an update
on his organization. He reported the mission of his organization was to inspire visitors to discover
the vibrant Twin Cities Gateway communities to enhance economic growth and vitality. He
indicated his vision was to serve as a premier tourist destination showcasing ultimate sports, the
rich culture and natural beauty of the 11 Gateway cities. He commented further on the sales,
education and marketing work conducted by the Twin Cities Gateway. He explained Gary
Meehlhause serves as the City of Mounds Views representative and acts as the treasurer for the
Twin Cities Gateway Executive Board. He provided further information on how tourism impacts
the community through a halo effect.
Lisa Berkas, Marketing Director for Twin Cities Gateway, was pleased to report the hotels in the
Twin Cities Gateway had a 64% occupancy rate and the surrounding metro area had an occupancy
rate of 60%.
Mr. Stauffacher discussed the grants that were offered to cities on a yearly basis based on lodging
receipts. He reported the City would receive $8,100 in 2026. He explained he was elected Chair
of the Minnesota Tourism Association.
Ms. Berkas reported 2025 was a great year for her organization, noting the city of Ramsey was
added to Twin Cities Gateway. She reviewed the new logo that was created this year and described
how the logo was utilized by the Gateway. She commented on the 2025-2026 Twin Cities Gateway
Visitors Guide that was being distributed at 40 different locations State-wide. She stated she would
be working with Greenspring Media on the 2027 Visitor Guide. She provided further information
on the other marketing efforts she would be pursuing on behalf of the Gateway.
Mr. Stauffacher commented on the sports tourism that visited the Gateway area each year. He
reported that tourists to this area have a $274.5 billion total economic impact, noting there were
339 million sports travelers annually. He explained he had a great partnership with the NSC and
met with City park directors annually. He stated he would be volunteering at the Special Olympics
event that would be held in Blaine from June 22 through June 24. He commented on the USA
Bowling National Championship that would be held in July noting The Mermaid would be hosting
this event for 18 days.
Mayor Lindstrom thanked the Twin Cities Gateway for all that they do to promote the City of
Mounds View. He questioned if there was a demand for turf fields. Mr. Stauffacher reported there
was a tremendous demand for indoor and outdoor turf fields for both baseball and soccer. He
indicated the best investment the City could make would be to have an indoor turf field that had a
dome that could be removed during the summer months.
Council Member Clark encouraged Twin Cities Gateway to consider hosting Pilates or yoga
classes on the City’s new fitness court. Mr. Stauffacher stated wellness conferences are of interest
and noted he would look into this.
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Council Member Meehlhause reported the Twin Cities Gateway Board met last week and he
presented the finances. He was pleased to report this organization was off to a great start in 2026
and revenues were up 22% in the first quarter compared to last year.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Lindstrom encouraged the public to speak with kindness and respect when addressing the
City Council during Public Comment.
Amelia Jopp, senior at Irondale High School, addressed the Council on behalf of the Association
for Non-Smokers Minnesota Ramsey County Student Action Team. She indicated that her team
was a group of students working to reduce youth vaping and tobacco use through peer education,
advocacy and community engagement. She reported she has presented to middle schools,
published pieces in local newspapers, visited with State lawmakers and attended City Council
meetings. She indicated her advocacy group was the recipient of the 2025 Group Youth Advocates
of the Year Award from the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids.
Mia Henderson, junior at Mounds View High School, explained she wanted to share her concern
for flavored tobacco products in the City. She noted many neighboring communities have put
flavor restrictions in place to protect the youth. She stated Shoreview, Roseville, Arden Hills,
Vadnais Heights and Fridley have put flavor restrictions in place, while Mounds View has yet to
take action.
Ms. Jopp indicated the FDA and CDC have made it clear that flavored tobacco commercial
products were deliberately marketed to people like her and disproportionately harm youth. She
noted the LGBTQ, Black and Indigenous communities were targeted as well. She suggested the
City ban the sale of flavored tobacco in the community in order to improve health outcomes and
lower the $4.7 billion that Minnesotans spend annually on smoking related healthcare expenses.
Ms. Henderson urged the City Council to be leaders and to help Mounds View be a healthier
community. She asked that the Council protect the youth in the community from an industry that
profits from addiction.
Mayor Lindstrom thanked Ms. Jopp and Ms. Henderson for their presentation.
Council Member Smith encouraged Ms. Jopp and Ms. Henderson to fill out a form and have a
table at the Mounds View Festival in the Park.
8. COUNCIL BUSINESS
A. Municipal Cannabis Agreements with Great White/MN Roots Documents will
be distributed at meeting
a. Management Services Agreement
b. Consulting Services Agreement
c. Financial Services Agreement.
City Attorney Riggs stated staff has been working on this item for the past year and a half. He
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indicated he had a conversation last week with MN Roots and draft agreements were presented to
MN Roots. He commented he received an email prior to this meeting from MN Roots’ attorney
requesting these documents not be considered or approved. He recommended that the Council take
no action on these agreements.
B. Resolution 10268, Acceptance of the General Obligation Bond Proceeds,
Grant Agreement for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer System Improvement Project:
Handout at Meeting.
Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson requested the Council accept the General
Obligation Bond Proceeds, Grant Agreement for the 2023 Sanitary Sewer System Improvement
Project. He explained this action would approve the grant the City received from the State through
the Met Council.
Council Member Meehlhause reported he supported the Council accepting these bond proceeds.
He asked how much of the water being processed by the Met Council was clear water. Public
Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson reported the City was decreasing the amount of
clear water going into the system and stated the City’s lining efforts were paying off.
MOTION/SECOND: Meehlhause/Clark. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 10268,
Acceptance of the General Obligation Bond Proceeds, Grant Agreement for the 2023 Sanitary
Sewer System Improvement Project.
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried.
C. Resolution 10269, Approve Professional Service Agreement with AE2S for
assistance with the America’s Water Infrastructure Act and Recertification of
the Risk and Resiliency Plan.
Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson requested the Council approve a
Professional Service Agreement with AE2S for assistance with the America’s Water Infrastructure
Act and Recertification of the Risk and Resiliency Plan. He explained this action would provide
the City with assistance on the City’s Risk and Resiliency Plan which must be submitted to the
EPA.
MOTION/SECOND: Clark/Meehlhause. To Waive the Reading and Adopt Resolution 10269,
Approve Professional Service Agreement with AE2S for assistance with the America’s Water
Infrastructure Act and Recertification of the Risk and Resiliency Plan.
Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried.
9. REPORTS
A. Reports of Mayor and Council.
Council Member Smith reported she spent her weekend at Back to the 50’s.
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Council Member Smith indicated the Mermaid was the longest running business in the City of
Mounds View since 1960 and the second longest was Theodore’s, which was a meat market.
Council Member Smith reported the Festival in the Park would be completing a fundraiser at Red
Robin’s on Tuesday, June 23.
Council Member Smith indicated she would be attending the League of Minnesota Cities
Conference later this week along with the rest of the City Council.
Council Member Clark explained the Festival in the Park would be hosting a medial hunt and
stated Gertie the Goose would be sending residents on a wild goose chase.
Council Member Clark reported she attended the Lions Club meeting last week. She stated the
group discussed how to show appreciation to the volunteers that were making the food
distributions possible. She noted the food distributions were still taking place each week and noted
she needed volunteers throughout the summer.
Council Member Clark indicated she would not be able to attend the Park and Recreation meeting
on Thursday, June 25 because she will be attending the League of Minnesota Cities Conference.
Council Member Gunn stated the Mounds View Police Foundation met and discussed the
Juneteenth event. She indicated the Juneteenth event had to be canceled due to the weather.
Council Member Gunn reported the police department would be handing out popsicles on
Thursdays in July at the Splash Pad.
Council Member Gunn explained she attended the Twin Cities Gateway and Mounds View
Business Council meetings at the Community Center.
Council Member Gunn noted she would be attending the League of Minnesota Cities Conference
later this week.
Council Member Meehlhause commented he would also be attending the League of Minnesota
Cities Conference in Rochester this week.
Mayor Lindstrom reported he would be attending the League of Minnesota Cities Conference as
well. He noted he would be attending this event beginning on Wednesday as he would be
interviewing for a board position.
Mayor Lindstrom wished everyone Happy Father’s Day.
Mayor Lindstrom explained he would be attending clemency training on Tuesday, June 23 and
Monday, July 6.
Mayor Lindstrom congratulated Moe’s for being in business in Mounds View for the past 20 years.
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Mayor Lindstrom stated the Juneteenth event had to be canceled due to weather and noted another
event was being planned at the splash pad on Saturday, July 4th.
Council Member Clark discussed the Rec on the Go program for children up to ages 12 being
sponsored by the City, noting these events were held throughout the community as follows:
Greenfield Park on Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Silver View Park on Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Lambrecht Park on Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Lions Park on Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
B. Reports of Staff.
Public Works/Parks and Recreation Director Peterson stated July was Parks and Rec Month and
noted the City will be serving popsicles at the splash pad.
City Administrator Zikmund stated Jessica Hilmanowski was hired as the City’s morning
receptionist. He noted the Communications Intern Shay Scanlan began with the City last week.
City Administrator Zikmund provided the Council with an update on the fire station proposed in
Blaine. He noted a joint SBM three city meeting would be held next week to further discuss this
fire station.
City Administrator Zikmund discussed the work staff would be doing to address the cannabis
agreements.
C. Reports of City Attorney.
City Attorney Riggs had nothing additional to report.
10. Next Council Work Session: Monday, June 29, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Next Council Meeting: Monday, July 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
11. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:13 p.m.
Transcribed by:
Heidi Guenther
Minute Maker Secretarial