02/15/2022 - City Council RegularMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL
Eagan, Minnesota
February 15, 2022
A Listening Session was held at 6:00 p.m. prior to the regular City Council meeting. Present were Mayor
Maguire, Councilmembers Bakken, Hansen, and Supina. Councilmember Fields was absent.
A regular Eagan City Council meeting was held on Wednesday, February 15, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. Present
were Mayor Maguire, Councilmembers Hansen, Bakken, and Supina. Councilmember Fields was absent.
Also present: City Administrator Osberg, Assistant City Administrator Miller, City Attorney Bauer, Public
Works Director Matthys, and Assistant City Engineer Nelson.
II. ADOPT AGENDA
Councilmember Hansen moved, Councilmember Supina seconded a motion to approve the agenda as
amended. Aye: 4, Nay: 0. Motion carried.
III. RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
There were no recognitions or presentations.
IV. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Hansen seconded a motion to approve the consent
agenda as presented. Aye: 4, Nay: 0. Motion carried.
A. It was recommended to approve the January 18, 2022 and February 2, 2022 City Council
minutes as presented or modified.
B. Personnel Items:
1. It was recommended to approve the promotion of Dianne Miller from Assistant City
Administrator and approve the employment agreement between Ms. Miller and the City of
Eagan.
2. It was recommended to authorize replacement of the Assistant City Administrator position.
3. It was recommended to authorize the reclassification and title change of Human Resources
Manager to Human Resources Director and authorize the reorganization to establish a
Human Resources Department.
4. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Brooke Stoeklen for the position of Police
Officer.
5. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Kade Eggum for the position of Police Officer.
6. It was recommended to approve the hiring of Joshua Mallinger for the position of Streets
Maintenance Supervisor.
7. It was recommended to approve the hiring of the following part-time recurring and seasonal
employees:
• Camille Nico Communications and Digital Intern
• Ken Trainor ETV Production Crewmember
• Sarah Paulus ETV Production Crewmember
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• Mia Rosa Pardo ETV Production Crewmember
• Angela Fern Recreation Program Specialist- 62+ Health & Wellness
• Wayland Joyner Recreation Program Specialist- Youth & Teens
• Connor Parsons BA I
• Faith Fachtigal BA I- Learn to Skate
• Sophie Stanczak BA I- Learn to Skate
• Anna Lanzendorfer PT Custodian ECC
C. It was recommended to ratify the check registers January 28, 2022 and February 4, 2022 as
presented.
D. It was recommended to approve the following ordinary and customary contracts:
1. Sponsorship Agreement with Genisys Credit Union
2. Addendum to Sponsorship Agreement with City County Credit Union
3. Vendor Service Agreement with Wilderness Inquiry for LakeFest 2022 event
E. It was recommended to approve plans and specifications for City Contract 22-07, Community
Center Boiler/Chiller Replacement and Authorize Advertisement for Bids.
F. It was recommended to approve water meter surcharge rebates.
G. ITEM PULLED FROM AGENDA
H. It was recommended to receive Holland Lake Storm Lift Station Feasibility Report and authorize
preparation of plans and specifications.
I. It was recommended to award Contract 22-10, 2022 Sanitary Sewer Lining
J. It was recommended to approve plans and specifications, Contract 22-11, Schwanz Lake Lift
Station Rehabilitation, and authorize advertisement for a bid opening
K. It was recommended to authorize City staff to seek competitive bids for two fire engines, to be
delivered in 2023
L. It was recommended to approve artwork from APrC recommended selections for 2022 public
art installations
M. It was recommended to approve purchase agreement between the City of Eagan and Emergency
Automotive Tech Incorporated (EATI) to Refurbish the Police and Fire Command Vehicle
N. It was recommended to approve architectural and construction services with CNH Architects.
V. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Accept Public Comment on the Purchase of Up to Three Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV’s)
for Use by the Police Department
City Administrator Osberg introduced the item and noted that State Statute requires the City to provide
an opportunity for public comment prior to the purchase or use of a UAV. and invited Lieutenant Collins
to present the item and answer any questions from City Council. Lieutenant Collins Stated that ten
officers are now certified through the Federal Aviation Administration to operate the UAVs.
Councilmember Bakken moved, Councilmember Hansen seconded a motion to close the public hearing.
Aye: 4, Nay: 0. Motion carried.
Street Improvement Project 1438, Town Centre
Street Improvement Project 1439, Dodd Road/Oak Bluffs
Street Improvement Project 1440, Perron Acres
Street Improvement Project 1441, Ches Mar/ Ches Mar East/Oak Chase Way/Park Cliff Additions
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Street Improvement Project 1445, Cedar Grove Parkway/Silverbell Road/Alder Lane
Street Improvement Project 1446, Forest View
Mayor Maguire introduced the six items and invited Public Works Director Matthys and Assistant City
Engineer Nelson to present the projects so that Council could hear all public comments together and act
on them collectively.
Assistant Engineer Nelson gave a brief overview of each project, showing a location map and discussing
the proposed improvements involved in each area.
The City’s assessment policy allows for assessments to benefiting properties for these improvements.
Assistant Engineer Nelson discussed the project schedule. Staff anticipate approval of plans and
specifications on March 1, and construction beginning in May with completion by August. Assessment
hearing notices would be mailed to properties in Fall 2022.
Mayor Maguire called for public comment on the six projects.
Ross Bintner at 938 Waterford Dr. East commented he has been following the street improvements for
two years and stated he has concerns about the assessment policy with respect to projects 1438 and
1445. Mr. Bintner said he believes the quality of the work is high and that the value exceeds the amount
assessed to properties but believes there are equity concerns with the assessment policy.
Public Works Director Matthys stated that Mr. Bintner addressed the Public Works Committee at their
meeting in February. One of the concerns shared was the assessment policy was not easily available to
the public on the City website. Following the meeting, the Committee requested that staff provide an
accessible electronic version of the policy on the City website to allow for greater transparency. Director
Matthys responded to the concerns regarding equity and stated that Mr. Bintner’s recommendation
would be very difficult to apply and may not be allowed under statute.
City Attorney Bauer added that the City is legally obligated to assess like properties in the same way.
Councilmember Bakken stated the City’s assessment policy was not one that was intended to be public
facing, but that making the policy more accessible and transparent was a legitimate request and one
that is being strongly considered.
Councilmember Hansen moved and Councilmember Supina seconded the motion to close the public
hearing and approve projects 1438, 1439, 1440, 1441, 1445, and 1446 as presented and authorize the
preparation of detailed plans and specifications.
Mayor Maguire stated the neighborhood meetings presented an effective place for the public to learn
about the City’s assessment policy and have questions and concerns responded to by staff. The lack of
attendees at the public hearing speaks to the public’s satisfaction with the projects and staff’s ability to
resolve concerns before the projects go to Council for approval.
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Director Matthys said he anticipates the assessment policy document would be available in a public
version before the assessment hearings take place on the projects.
Mayor Maguire called for a vote. Aye: 4, Nay: 0. Motion carried.
VI.OLD BUSINESS
There were no old business items to discuss.
VII.NEW BUSINESS
There were no new business items to discuss.
VIII.LEGISLATIVE/INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS UPDATE
There were no Legislative/Intergovernmental affairs items.
IX.ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
There were no EDA items for the EDA agenda.
X.ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA
There were no items for the Administrative Agenda.
XI.VISITORS TO BE HEARD
Mr. Bintner again addressed the Council regarding the assessment policy
XII.ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Hansen moved, Councilmember Bakken seconded a motion to adjourn. Aye: 5, Nay: 0.
Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 7:28 p.m.
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