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2022-06-07 City Council Minutes CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY STATE OF MINNESOTA Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held Tuesday, June 7, 2022 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the regular meeting of the City Council, City of Mendota Heights, Minnesota was held at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, Minnesota. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Levine called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Councilors Duggan, Paper, Mazzitello, and Miller, were also present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council, the audience, and staff recited the Pledge of Allegiance. AGENDA ADOPTION Mayor Levine presented the agenda for adoption. Councilor Miller moved adoption of the agenda. Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Levine presented the consent calendar and explained the procedure for discussion and approval. Councilor Duggan moved approval of the consent calendar as presented, pulling items H, I, K, L, M, and P. a. Approval of May 17, 2022 City Council Minutes b. Approval of May 16, 2022 City Council and Planning Commission Work Session Minutes c. Acknowledge March 16, 2022 Airport Relations Commission Meeting Minutes d. Acknowledge the April 26, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes e. Approve the Liquor License Renewals for the Period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 f. Approve New Massage Business License and Massage Therapist Licenses – Hush Therapeutic Massage, North Plaza Drive g. Approve Out of State Travel Authorization – National Recreation and Park Association h. Approve Resolution 2022-42 Accepting Donation to the Cliff Timm Memorial Fishing Derby i. Adopt Resolution 2022-43 Approving Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota Communications Center (Dakota 911) j. Acknowledge April 2022 Fire Synopsis June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 2 of 14 k. Accept the Resignation of Sharon Deziel and Authorize the Posting of the Communications Coordinator Position l. Approve of City Clerk Hire m. Approve Joint Powers Agreement between LMRWMO and City of Mendota Heights for the Interstate Valley Creek Study n. Approve Renewal of Massage Therapist License o. Approve Resolution 2022-48 Appointing 2022 Election Judges p. Approval of Claims List Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PULLED CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS H) APPROVE RESOLUTION 2022-42 ACCEPTING DONATION TO THE CLIFF TIMM MEMORIAL FISHING DERBY Mayor Levine acknowledged the family of Cliff Timm for the generous donation to the City. She commented that the children of the community appreciate the event which would not be possible without that contribution from the family. Councilor Mazzitello moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2022-42 ACCEPTING DONATION TO THE CLIFF TIMM MEMORIAL FISHING DERBY. Councilor Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 I) ADOPT RESOLUTION 2022-43 APPROVING AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH DAKOTA COMMUNICATION CENTER (DAKOTA 911) Councilor Duggan commented that this item is of some significance to the community to move from the existing PSAP service to Dakota 911. He noted that this will be a cost savings to the City as Dakota County will be contributing. He acknowledged the work that was necessary to bring this forward. Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2022-43 APPROVING AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT WITH DAKOTA COMMUNICATIONS CENTER (DAKOTA 911). Councilor Miller seconded the motion. Further discussion: Mayor Levine thanked Councilor Duggan for his service with DCC. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 K) ACCEPT THE RESIGNATION OF SHARON DEZIEL AND AUTHORIZE THE POSTING OF THE COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATION POSITION June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 3 of 14 Councilor Duggan commented that he has seen employees come and go and Sharon has been a very welcoming person that has worked hard to ensure the elections ran smoothly. He commented that she did a great job and acknowledged that service noting that she is retiring. Mayor Levine echoed the comments of thanks. Councilor Duggan moved to accept THE RESIGNATION OF SHARON DEZIEL AND AUTHORIZE THE POSTING OF THE COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR POSITION. Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 L) APPROVE OF CITY CLERK HIRE Mayor Levine commented that the new hire will begin the following day and the Council is excited to welcome her to the team. Councilor Duggan moved to approve OF CITY CLERK HIRE. Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 M) APPROVE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN LWMWMO AND CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS FOR THE INTERSTATE VALLEY CREEK STUDY Mayor Levine commented that it is important for residents to understand that the City is focused on water quality. Councilor Mazzitello moved to approve JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN LWMWMO AND CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS FOR THE INTERSTATE VALLEY CREEK STUDY. Councilor Duggan seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 P) APPROVAL OF CLAIMS LIST Councilor Duggan referenced page 133 and asked how the compostable bags were distributed throughout the city. Finance Director Kristen Schabacker replied that those bags are used in the organics recycling at Dakota County Park and that expense will be reimbursed by the County. Councilor Duggan asked if there is something similar at the dog park. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 4 of 14 Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that the City does provide dog waste bags at the dog park but that is not reimbursed by the County. He commented that those bags are not compostable. Councilor Duggan moved to approve OF THE CLAIMS LIST. Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 PUBLIC COMMENTS No one from the public wished to be heard. PRESENTATIONS A) MRPA AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR THE PAR 3 GOLF COURSE REBRANDING INITIATIVE Parks and Recreation Manager Meredith Lawrence introduced Tracy Peterson who is representing the MRPA and will be presenting the City with an award for its rebranding efforts of the Par 3. Tracy Peterson, MRPA, presented the 2021 MRPA Award of Excellence to the City of Mendota Heights for the Par 3 Community Golf Course Rebranding Initiative. Parks and Recreation Manager Meredith Lawrence commented that it has been a great process over the past five years to update the Par 3 and transform it into the facility they want it to be. She thanked the Council for supporting the goals and initiatives of the course. Councilor Duggan thanked Parks and Recreation Manager Meredith Lawrence and her team for the work they have done on the course. He noted that this is a great course to help children learn the sport. Mayor Levine commented that she was involved in this on the Parks and Recreation Commission and noted that it has been great to watch the course become what it is today. She thanked the residents that voted to keep the Par 3, rather than having that area be developed. PUBLIC HEARING A) RESOLUTION 2022-47 VACATING EASEMENTS ON MENDOTA HEIGHTS PLAZA EXPANSION SECOND ADDITION Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek explained that the Council was being asked to hold proceedings for Resolution 2022-47, a public hearing on an easement vacation commenced by petition for Mendota Plaza Expansion Second Addition. Councilor Duggan stated that it appears this is single ownership and asked if this would involve the individual property owners, such as White Pines. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek stated that this vacation is entirely on Lot 1, Block 1 and would only apply to that lot. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 5 of 14 Councilor Duggan asked if this would be approved tonight or whether it would come back at another time. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that this is the public hearing and therefore would be the time for the Council to take action. Councilor Duggan commented that he believed the fee to be low for the work described. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek stated that the applicant provided all exhibits and legal descriptions, which were costs paid by the applicant. He reviewed the staff duties and noted that should be covered by the $250. Councilor Duggan asked what has changed. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that instead of three buildings that were originally planned, there will only be only building with one sanitary sewer line, therefore this would remove easements that are not needed for utilities. Councilor Mazzitello moved to open the public hearing. Councilor Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 There being no one coming forward to speak, Councilor Duggan moved to close the public hearing. Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion. Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2022-47 APPROVING AN EASEMENT VACATION COMMENCED BY PETITION. Councilor Mazzitello seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS A) RESOLUTION 2022-44 APPROVING A MRCCA PERMIT TO XCEL ENERGY – SIBLEY PROPANE PLANT FACILITY – 800 SIBLEY MEMORIAL HIGHWAY Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that the City Council is asked to consider adopting a resolution approving a Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area (MRCCA) Permit to Xcel Energy and for the property located at 800 Sibley Memorial Highway. Councilor Miller referenced the Farmdale Road area and asked the dimensional area of that work zone. Community Development Director Tim Benetti replied that the area shown in grey is about 40 feet wide. He explained the directional bore process, noting that this process is intended to minimize disruption to the area. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 6 of 14 Councilor Miller asked if the 40-foot-wide path would be disturbed during that process. He commented that he understands that the existing path is not 40 feet wide. He asked if the theory would be that no trees would be disturbed using that process. Community Development Director Tim Benetti replied that it is correct that the path would not be disturbed if directional boring is used. He noted that a backup plan was provided in the case directional boring could not be used which would be an open trench system. He stated that if the open trench system is needed, the removed trees would be replaced. Councilor Duggan asked how deep the directional boring would be. Community Development Director Tim Benetti replied that he would prefer that Xcel answer that question. Councilor Paper asked if additional trees would be planted in the gravel pathway if there is no disruption from the directional boring. Community Development Director Tim Benetti replied that only trees removed would be replaced. Mayor Levine invited the applicant to speak. Brian Sullivan, Xcel Energy, stated that prior to the meeting they spoke with neighbors who were concerned about the backup plan. He stated that they have decided to pull the open trench option off the table at this time and move forward with directional boring. He stated that if that did not work for some reason, they would come back to the City. Councilor Duggan asked the depth of the bore. Mr. Sullivan replied that the depth would be 10 to 20 feet, explaining the arch that is followed to install the pipe. Councilor Duggan referenced the report submitted by Campos, which recommends that the propane containment double as a water quality pond and asked for details. Mr. Sullivan replied that the pond serves two functions, the first would be to contain a leak if there were one in a tank and the second would be for water quality. He stated that if there were a leak, there is a valve that could be shut on the pond that would prevent water from flowing downstream. Councilor Duggan asked the added protections that would be included to ensure safety to the community. Mr. Sullivan replied that the entire purpose of this project is to improve safety. He reviewed the safety enhancements includes in the project. Councilor Duggan asked the impact that an explosion would have. He asked where the runoff from this area would flow to. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 7 of 14 Mr. Sullivan replied that the water currently drains to the river. He stated that they are attempting to be better neighbors and improve that process. He stated that currently a leak would go to the pond which is designed to handle most of the tank farm. He stated that there is a valve that would prevent water from traveling outside the tank farm if there is a leak. He stated that if there were a leak, they would come to the site to drain the pond and take that water/propane offsite for disposal. Mayor Levine asked if propane evaporates once it hits the air. Mr. Sullivan confirmed that it eventually does evaporate into the air. Mayor Levine asked if large quantities of propane evaporating would impact the air quality. She acknowledged that they are doing these improvements to add these safeguard measures. She stated that currently if there is a leak, that contamination would flow offsite. Councilor Duggan asked the age of the tanks. Michael McSchafer, Campos Engineering, replied that this facility was initially built in 1958/1959. He stated that many of the tanks were original to the facility. Councilor Duggan asked when those tanks were last inspected. Mr. McSchafer replied that inspections are conducted each year and provided details. Councilor Duggan asked if Campos is comfortable working with the tanks in this aged condition or whether replacement of tanks has been suggested. Mr. McSchafer stated that they executed a project in the fall/late winter where they replaced the major processing equipment. He referenced 11 tanks that have a number of tanks that will be removed from service this year due to their integrity and updated codes. He stated that in the next phase of the project to occur next year, they will complete integrity testing on the remaining tanks. Councilor Duggan commented that Xcel gets its money from its customers and therefore the residents are paying for this project, and he wants to ensure everything is working good and functioning as it should. He asked what would happen if there were an explosion and what would occur if there were a leak. Mr. McSchafer commented on the existing conditions of the site if no work is done with this project. He commented that there are problems on the site that exist that they are going to resolve with this project. He confirmed that each tank has emergency shut off valves. Councilor Duggan asked how often that system is inspected. Mr. McSchafer replied that those inspections occur quarterly. Councilor Duggan asked for details on what is described as a loading facility. Mr. McSchafer replied that the loading would be trucks coming in to place propane in the tanks for storage. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 8 of 14 Councilor Duggan asked for details on the discharge system. Mr. McSchafer provided details on the discharge system and the improvements the pond would provide. He confirmed that Xcel does work with the Fire Department and is working with fire/water consultants as well to ensure all work is compliant with local expectations and code requirements. Mayor Levine asked if there would be concern if a large amount of propane were to evaporate into the air. Mr. McSchafer stated that Xcel has completed that report in the past, but he has not seen that report and was not tasked with that as part of this project. Councilor Mazzitello asked if Campos did the watermain plans. Mr. McSchafer stated that Campos will be doing the engineering to get the lines to the facility. He stated that the lines within the facility were done by the fire/water consultant. He confirmed that the directional boring design work was done by Campos. Councilor Mazzitello asked who owns the lots that they will be boring underneath. Community Development Director Tim Benetti replied that Xcel owns that land as well. Councilor Mazzitello reviewed his understanding of the plans for the watermain as designed. He also provided his interpretation of the open trench method, recognizing that has been pulled. Mr. McSchafer explained how that process would work, but again stated that option has been removed. Councilor Duggan asked where the staging and material storage would occur. Mr. McSchafer stated that there are two options and provided details on those two options and where materials would be stored for either option and where equipment would gain access. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that this process is not different than any other utility work. Councilor Duggan asked how prevalent odors would be in relation to the work that will be done. Mr. McSchafer replied that the work this year on the hydrocarbon systems would not impact the tanks themselves and would only involve the truck unloading that runs to the tank. He stated that the potential for odor would only occur when a truck is coupled or uncoupled. He stated that day to day there should not be odors emitting. He stated that Xcel has been working to improve this site and the conditions on site, therefore there would not be new emission sources created by this project and there should be general improvement of the existing system that is being replaced. Councilor Miller commented that he is happy that Xcel is taking option B off the table and is going to work diligently to make the directional boring work as the tree canopy provides a nice screen. He commented that the fire suppression system is very important and is it important that these upgrades are June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 9 of 14 made to the facility. He stated that these upgrades will make the plant more environmentally healthy and will make it safer as well. He stated that he appreciates the work and is excited to see the completion. Councilor Duggan referenced the assumptions from the Campos report and noted that he was worried by numbers eight and nine. He asked the size of the individual tanks. Mr. McSchafer replied that the tanks range from 30,000 to 90,000. Councilor Duggan asked the number of tanks that will be 90,000. Mr. McSchafer explained that they are not adding tanks, these tanks already exist. He stated that the five tanks in bank four are 90,000 while the remainder are 30,000. He stated that those are nameplated at 90,000. He stated that they are not ever allowed to fill them to 90,000 and can only fill them at most to 85 percent. Councilor Duggan asked the volume of the pond. Mr. McSchafer replied that is in the documents, larger than 90,000, but noted that he does not have the number in memory. Councilor Duggan asked the number of inspections that would be done throughout this process. Mr. McSchafer stated that Campos has been retained and owns a subsidiary company that will act as general contractor for the project. He noted that qualified contractors will be hired such as the fire/water contractor. He provided details on the different inspections that will be required throughout the process. Councilor Duggan commented that this is a beautiful area with homes and suggested that the applicant speak with staff to determine the appropriate hours when work is allowed. Mayor Levine commented that although this is not a public hearing, she will allow members of the public to provide input at this time. Tom Muck, 1396 Farmdale Road, commented that the neighbors had some good discussions with Xcel and was pleased to see that option B was taken away. He requested that the Council expressly condition the approval on abandoning option B at this time and should it appear necessary, the applicant would need to reapply, and notice provided to the neighbors. He stated that he would also prefer a southern access for the waterline. John Bettenburg, 1395 Farmdale Road, stated that he lives across from the path/road that is the proposed boring direction from Farmdale. He commented that there would be a way to bore from the south without removing any trees that would use an established road. He commented that many of the neighbors directly across the street from the project were not informed and therefore did not attend the public hearing. He referenced the path, that used to be a path, that kept getting wider and is now a road that a vehicle can pass down. He noted that widening makes it so that he can now see tanks which were not previously visible from his home. He hoped that the boring could be reconsidered to use the existing road. He stated that he would look forward to a revised plan, perhaps another public hearing, and continued communication June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 10 of 14 with Xcel. He commented that Xcel has not been the best neighbor, noting a dead tree that he attempted to have Xcel remove from their property and it was not removed and therefore his trees died as well. He commented that he was shocked that he did not receive notice for the last public hearing. George Sonnen 1347 Farmdale Road, agreed with his neighbor’s comments that the path was previously much smaller but has expanded over the years. He stated that when he purchased his property there was a beautiful forest view. He stated that widening the path further will destroy their views and expose more tanks. He stated that the access mentioned to the south is owned by Xcel and has already been cleared and therefore could be used for the boring rather than disrupting Farmdale. He commented on mowing that he believes the City does and the many pedestrians that use the trail. He agreed that option A is better than option B but believed the alternate access should be used for boring. Mayor Levine asked staff and the applicant to respond to questions. Mr. McSchafer replied that the path would not be widened under directional boring. He commented that with option B off the table, he does not expect any tree removal. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that he is not aware of the City doing any mowing in this area. Mr. Sullivan commented that he is unsure if Xcel mows that path. Community Development Director Tim Benetti stated that the public hearing was held by the Planning Commission on May 23rd and 101 notices were sent to residents. He commented that the Sonnen family and their neighbors were on the list of mailed notices. He stated that others mailed notice attended the hearing. He stated that the notice is also in the local newspaper, on the billboard, and other methods of advertising. He confirmed that staff does track if mail is returned undeliverable and stated that the City did not receive any returned mail. Mayor Levine referenced the concept that the boring could be done using the southern looking access as proposed by the residents. Mr. McSchafer commented that they are working with Saint Paul Regional Water Supply (SPRWS) about the fire water supply and stated that this location was chosen because of the necessary water pressure to make the system function. He stated that he cannot speak for SPRWS, but they were told to tie into the system at that location. Councilor Duggan commented that it would seem the southern access would seem closer to the larger 90,000-gallon tanks. Mr. McSchafer commented that the pump house will be placed on the northern portion of the site. He explained that they needed to have a building that fits the needed equipment and still meets the spacing requirements. He stated that their discussion has been focused on the line coming from Farmdale, but they will also have a second line coming from Sibley Memorial. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 11 of 14 Councilor Miller stated that the past of least resistance would be to run the directional bore from Farmdale down the existing path. He asked if Xcel could plant some trees along the path further down where it starts to open up, in order to provide additional screening for residents without blocking vehicle access. Mr. Sullivan commented that during the Planning Commission they did discuss that and he agreed that Xcel would work with the neighbors to find a way to screen those views. He confirmed that they would work with the neighbors to plant some additional trees. Mayor Levine referenced a comment that a resident made related to a diseased tree and asked if there is a contact person that could be provided. Mr. Sullivan confirmed that he could provide such a contact. Councilor Duggan referenced language in the draft resolution and provided suggestions. He asked the total project cost. Mr. Sullivan estimated between $10,000,000 to $15,000,000. Councilor Mazzitello moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2022-44 APPROVING A MISSISSIPPI RIVER CORRIDOR CRITICAL AREA (MRCCA) PERMIT TO XCEL ENERGY AND FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 800 SIBLEY MEMORIAL HIGHWAY WITH THE ADDITION OF TWO NEW CONDITIONS: 10) THIS APPROVAL IS FOR THE TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY OPTION FOR WATER CONNECTION. ANY OTHER SUCH OPTIONS OTHER THAN THE TRENCHLESS TECHNOLOGY CONNECTION WILL REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL PERMIT APPROVAL; AND 11) THE APPLICANT WILL WORK WITH CITY STAFF ON A VEGETATION PLAN TO INCREASE SCREENING OF THE SITE FACILITIES FROM NEIGHBORING PROPERTIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH CITY PLANTING REGULATIONS AND POLICIES. Councilor Duggan seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 B) RESOLUTION 2022-46 CALL FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION FOR SOMERSET VIEW Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek provided a brief background on this item. The Council was being asked to approve Resolution 2022-46 calling for a public hearing of a proposed road right-of-way vacation request by petition. Councilor Paper commented that this is a giant win as there will not be a road that goes through here. Councilor Mazzitello asked if the property owner of 1170 initiated the petition and whether that is the owner of the vacant lot as well. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek confirmed both to be true. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 12 of 14 Councilor Mazzitello commented that if the right-of-way were to be vacated, that would then become one large lot with nothing dividing it. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek confirmed that would be true. He stated that there would be conditions of the vacation that the eastern lot would need to be combined with the western lot so that it did not create a landlocked lot. He stated that City staff has been in touch with the property owner about their plans for the properties. Councilor Mazzitello referenced a home that currently has access through the right-of-way and asked how that lot would access their garage if the right-of-way were vacated. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that he is not aware of a license agreement but noted that the driveway for that lot would be within the right-of-way they would receive. He noted that some of the landowners will need to resolve encroachments that would occur as a result of the vacation, such as fencing or rain gardens. Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2022-46 CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON A RIGHT-OF-WAY VACATION COMMENCED BY PETITION. Councilor Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 C) RESOLUTION 2022-38 ACCEPT BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE CENTRE POINTE STREET IMPROVEMENTS Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek provided background information on the case and stated that the Council is asked to approve Resolution 2022-38 accepting bids and awarding a contract for the Centre Pointe Street Improvement Project. Mayor Levine asked if this is the same contractor that did a previous road project for the City. Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek replied that is not the same contractor. Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2022-38 ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE CENTRE POINTE STREET IMPROVEMENTS. Councilor Miller seconded the motion. Further discussion: Councilor Mazzitello expressed appreciation to the design team. He stated that when bids are that close to the estimate that means they are solid design plans, especially in today’s bidding climate. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 D) RESOLUTION 2022-45 ACCEPT BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE WENTWORTH PARK PAVING IMPROVEMENTS June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 13 of 14 Public Works Director Ryan Ruzek explained that the Council was being asked to approve Resolution 2022-45 accepting bids and awarding a contract for the Wentworth Park Paving Improvements. Councilor Duggan moved to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2022-45 ACCEPTING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE WENTWORTH PARK PAVING IMPROVEMENTS. Councilor Miller seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson announced upcoming events. COUNCIL COMMENTS Councilor Duggan asked for an update on challenges to watering the golf course. City Administrator Cheryl Jacobson stated that the irrigation problem is back up and running again. Councilor Duggan referenced the minutes from the ARC meeting related to building materials and asked that staff follow up on that item. He commented that his granddaughter will be representing Minnesota in a fencing tournament in July. Councilor Paper congratulated the graduating classes of 2022 and the participants in various state tournaments. He congratulated the former Mayor Garlock, the members of staff, and other volunteers and participants that participated in the recent Scott Patrick Memorial 5k. Councilor Miller commented that Friday is the official start of summer for many kids and urged residents to watch for children out in the yards and riding their bikes. Councilor Mazzitello stated that the previous week he attended the Dakota County open house for the transportation study update and provided a brief update. He also encouraged residents and drivers to slow down and pay attention to children that will be out playing. He commented that yesterday was the 78th anniversary of D-Day which began the end of the second world war. He stated that there are not many members of that generation left, but there is a debt of gratitude owed that can never be repaid. ADJOURN Councilor Mazzitello moved to adjourn. Councilor Paper seconded the motion. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Mayor Levine adjourned the meeting at 8:13 p.m. June 7, 2022 Mendota Heights City Council Page 14 of 14 ____________________________________ Stephanie Levine Mayor ATTEST: _______________________________ Kelly Torkelson Acting City Clerk