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10/21/2025 - City Council RegularCity Council Meeting Minutes Date: October 21, 2025 Page: 1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE EAGAN CITY COUNCIL Eagan, Minnesota October 21, 2025 A Listening Session was held at 6:00 p.m. prior to the regular City Council meeting. Present were Mayor Maguire, Councilmembers Supina, Hansen, Bakken and Fields. A regular Eagan City Council meeting was held on Monday October 21, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. Present were Mayor Maguire, Councilmembers Supina, Hansen, Bakken and Fields. Also present: City Administrator Miller, City Attorney Bauer, Director Hutmacher and Director Matthys. II. ADOPT AGENDA Councilmember Bakken moved and Councilmember Fields Seconded a motion to adopt the agenda as presented. Aye:5, Nay:0; Motion Carried III. RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS Mayor Maguire introduced City Administrator Miller, who shared a brief history of Chief New’s tenure with the City. Administrator Miller thanked Chief New for his 31 years of dedicated service to the City of Eagan. Chief New expressed his gratitude to the Mayor, City Council, and City staff for their support and the wonderful work accomplished together over the years. Mayor Maguire thanked Chief New for his compassion and commitment to the community, particularly during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic and the period of civil unrest in 2020. Councilmembers also highlighted his strong community focus and engagement throughout his career. IV. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Maguire called for members of the public who wished to comment on a consent agenda item or pull an item for a separate action. Hearing none, Councilmember Bakken moved and Councilmember Hansen seconded a motion to adopt the balance of the consent agenda. Aye:5, Nay:0; Motion Carried A. It was recommended to approve the following minutes: • September 9, 2025, Special Council Meeting Minutes • October 8, 2025, Special Council Meeting Minutes B. There were no personnel items C. It was recommended to approve check registers for the following dates: • Council Check Summary week of October 3, 2025 City Council Meeting Minutes Date: October 21, 2025 Page: 2 • Council Check Summary week of October 10, 2025 D. It was recommended to approve the following contracts • Agreement with Mike Poot for Market Fest on October 8, 2025 • Agreement for Fire Department policies and procedures consultancy and training • Agreement with BlueCross BlueShield of MN for Employee Medical Renewal in 2026 • Agreement for services - John DeBoer - comedian for Holiday Lunch, seniors • Contract with Dakota County Technical College for Defensive Driving - Snow Plow • Retail Sales Agreement with FORTÉ for Purchase and Installation of Cablecast Broadcast Servers • Video Services Agreement with NSPN.TV • Municipal Advisory Agreement for financial advisement for the issuance of the Taxable Obligation Housing Improvement Area Bonds, Series 2025B • Agreement with Clear Channel for billboard space E. There were no donations F. It was recommended to extend deadline for payment under the stipulated settlement G. It was recommended to approve a change of manager of the Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License issued to Kwik Trip, Inc. doing business as Kwik Trip #179 located at 4600 Slater Road. H. It was recommended to approve Final Payment for City Contract 24-57 (Park Construction Company) and City Contract 24-50 (Acoustic Associates) for Eagan Art House, City Project 1558. I. It was recommended to adopt a Resolution Authorizing Commitment of Increased Funds to Support New Citation Software Program J. It was recommended to award Contract 26-04, Chloe Lane Sanitary Lift Station Rehabilitation K. This item was pulled from the agenda L. It was recommended to adopt a Resolution to Approve an Off-Site Gambling Application for the Eagan Lions Club to conduct lawful gambling during the Viking Lakes Winter Skoltice M. It was recommended to approve resolution authorizing issuance and sale of approximately $1,325,000 Taxable General Obligation Housing Improvement Area Bonds, Series 2025 N. It was recommended to adopt a Resolution authoring the execution of the First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Housing Improvement Area Development Agreement between the City and the Townhomes of Widgeon Woods City Council Meeting Minutes Date: October 21, 2025 Page: 3 O. It was recommended to approve Change Order No. 16 for Eagan Art House (City Project 1558) P. It was recommended to amend the 2025 Eagan TV (PEG Fee) CIP to purchase and install Cablecast Broadcast Servers. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Certify Delinquent Lodging Tax Bills Administrator Miller Introduced the Item. Finance Director Feldman was available for questions. Mayor Maguire opened the public hearing and called for members of the public wishing to comment. Hearing none, Councilmember Bakken moved and Councilmember Supina seconded a motion to close the public hearing and approve the final assessment roll for delinquent lodging tax bills and authorize its certification to Dakota County for collection with property taxes. Aye: 5, Nay:0; Motion carried B – F. 2025 Street Revitalization Projects Mayor Maguire invited Director Matthys to provide a brief history of the Street Revitalization Project. Director Matthys presented an overview outlining the five project locations, including project types, associated costs, and planned ADA improvements. Three residents attended the neighborhood meetings, and one correspondence was received via email concerned about the cost. All concerns were addressed with residents. There were no objections. City Attorney Bauer detailed the appeal process. A written objection to the approval and certification of the Final Assessment Report for Project 1569, Harvey 1 & 2/ Burview Acres/ Hwy 55 Frontage/ Cherrywood was received from the property owner of 3400 Highway 55. Councilmember Bakken moved and Councilmember Supina moved to close the public hearing, approve the Final Assessment Report and authorize certification to Dakota County for Collection for the following Projects: City Council Meeting Minutes Date: October 21, 2025 Page: 4 B. Final Assessments for Project 1371, Erin Drive/ Erin Lane C. Final Assessments for Project 1566, Birch Park/ Windcrest/ Denmark Ave/ Deerwood Dr D. Final Assessments for Project 1569, Harvey 1 & 2/ Burrview Acres/ Hwy 55 Frontage/ Cherrywood E. Final Assessments for Project 1571, Ridgecliffe 1st/ Berkshire Ponds/ Parkridge/ Safari/ Covington Ln F. Final Assessments for Project 1573, Sunset/ Northview Meadows/ Overview Estates/ Saddle Horn/ Daniel Dr/ Lexington Pointe Pkwy/ Patrick Rd Aye: 5, Nay:0; Motion carried VI. OLD BUSINESS VII. NEW BUSINESS VIII. OTHER BUSINESS IX. LEGISLATIVE / INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS UPDATE A. APPROVE Resolution Supporting Transit Administrator Miller introduced the item and invited Councilmember and Suburban Transit Authority Chair Hansen to provide background information. Hansen gave a brief overview of the history and importance of the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA), emphasizing that despite budget constraints at the state level, it remains important to continue operations of the Suburban Transit Authority. Councilmember Hansen moved and Councilmember Fields seconded a motion to approve a resolution supporting transit. Aye: 5, Nay:0; Motion carried X. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY XI. ADMINISTRATIVE AGENDA A. CITY ATTORNEY B. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS C. CITY ADMINISTRATOR D. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS E. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT XII. VISITORS TO BE HEARD (FOR THOSE PERSONS NOT ON THE AGENDA) No visitors. City Council Meeting Minutes Date: October 21, 2025 Page: 5 XIII. CLOSED SESSION Council entered into a closed session at 7:50 p.m. to discuss a pending litigation matter and property development matter pursuant to attorney client privilege. XIV. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Fields and Councilmember Supina seconded a motion to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m. _______________________________________ Date _______________________________________ Mayor ________________________________________ City Clerk 11/03/2025