Meeting record · Richfield, Minnesota
City Council — Tuesday, April 9, 2024
34 items on the record
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Items on the record
Item 1Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approve the agenda
The council approved the agenda for the April 9, 2024 regular meeting.
Item 1Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approve the agenda
The council approved the agenda for the April 9, 2024 regular meeting.
Item 2Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Proclamation celebrating Arab American Heritage Month
The mayor read a proclamation recognizing Arab American Heritage Month, and a community representative accepted it and encouraged residents to listen to and learn from Arab neighbors.
Item history
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
- Apr 8, 2025 · City Council · Informational
- Mar 3, 2026 · Human Rights Commission · Approved
Item 2Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Proclamation celebrating Arab American Heritage Month
The mayor presented and read a proclamation recognizing Arab American Heritage Month, and a community representative accepted it and encouraged residents to listen to and learn from Arab neighbors.
Item history
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
- Apr 8, 2025 · City Council · Informational
- Mar 3, 2026 · Human Rights Commission · Approved
Item 3AOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
First reading of ordinance amending Section 925 on public health nuisance abatement and assessment of abatement costs
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending city code Section 925 related to abating public health nuisances and assessing abatement costs to property.
Item history
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
- Apr 23, 2024 · City Council · Second Reading
Item 3AOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
First reading of ordinance amending Section 925 on public health nuisance abatement and assessment of costs
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending city code Section 925 related to abatement of public health nuisances and assessment of abatement costs to property.
Item history
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
- Apr 23, 2024 · City Council · Second Reading
Item 3BOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
New Opioid Services Agreement with the City of Bloomington
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved a new Opioid Services Agreement with the City of Bloomington for January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2028.
Item 3BOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
New Opioid Services Agreement with the City of Bloomington
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved a new Opioid Services Agreement with the City of Bloomington for January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2028.
Item 3COutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Resolution authorizing application for Livable Communities Policy Development grant funds
As part of the consent calendar, the council adopted Resolution No. 12195 identifying the need for Livable Communities Policy Development funding and authorizing a grant application for MR-2 and MR-3 zoning code updates.
Item 3COutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Resolution authorizing application for Livable Communities Policy Development grant funds
As part of the consent calendar, the council adopted Resolution No. 12195 identifying the need for Livable Communities Policy Development funding and authorizing a grant application for MR-2 and MR-3 zoning code updates.
Item 3DOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Amended Planned Unit Development and construction agreement amendment for Audi Richfield parking ramp
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved a request for an amended Planned Unit Development, including a time extension and amendments to the construction agreement for a multi-story parking structure at 1401 East 77th Street for Audi Richfield, and adopted Resolution No. 12196.
Item 3DOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Amended Planned Unit Development and construction agreement amendment for Audi Richfield parking ramp
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved Resolution No. 12196 granting a time extension and amendments to the construction agreement for a multi-story parking structure at Audi Richfield, 1401 East 77th Street.
Item 3EOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approval of Intensive Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and Training 2024 Grant
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved a 2024 grant agreement between the Richfield Police Department and the Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Office of Justice Programs to fund a non-traditional police officer candidate.
Item history
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
- Nov 12, 2024 · City Council · Under Review
Item 3EOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Peace Officer Education and Training 2024 Grant approval
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved the Intensive Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and Training 2024 Grant agreement between the Richfield Police Department and the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Justice Programs to fund a non-traditional police officer candidate.
Item history
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
- Nov 12, 2024 · City Council · Under Review
Item 3FOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Construction manager at risk process for Wood Lake Nature Center building project
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved Resolution No. 12197 authorizing use of a construction manager at risk process for the Wood Lake Nature Center building project and authorized staff and the city attorney to complete the selection process and negotiate a contract.
Item 3FOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Use of construction manager at risk process for Wood Lake Nature Center building project
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved Resolution No. 12197 authorizing use of a construction manager at risk process for the Wood Lake Nature Center building project and authorizing staff and the city attorney to complete the selection process and negotiate a contract.
Item 3GOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
CDC Infrastructure grant services agreement with the City of Bloomington
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved a CDC Infrastructure grant services agreement with the City of Bloomington effective January 1, 2024 through November 30, 2027.
Item 3GOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
CDC Infrastructure grant services agreement with the City of Bloomington
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved the CDC Infrastructure grant services agreement with the City of Bloomington for January 1, 2024 through November 30, 2027.
Item history
- Mar 28, 2023 · City Council · Under Review
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
Item 3HOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Urban Area Security Initiative program funds item
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved the Urban Area Security Initiative program funds item related to planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercises to help prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism.
Item 3HOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Urban Area Security Initiative program funds
As part of the consent calendar, the council approved the item related to Urban Area Security Initiative funding, which supports planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercises to help prevent, protect against, respond to, and recover from acts of terrorism.
Item 4Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Consideration of items removed from the consent calendar
No items were removed from the consent calendar, so the council took no separate action under this agenda item.
Item 4Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Consideration of items removed from the consent calendar
No items were removed from the consent calendar, so the council took no separate action under this agenda item.
Item 5Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Second reading of ordinance amending City Code on City Council salaries for 2025 and 2026
The council approved Bill No. 2024-04, an ordinance amending Section 210 of the Richfield City Code pertaining to City Council salaries for 2025 and 2026, and also approved Resolution No. 12198 authorizing summary publication of the ordinance.
Item history
- Mar 26, 2024 · City Council
- Mar 26, 2024 · City Council
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
Item 5Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Second reading of ordinance amending City Council salaries for 2025 and 2026
The council approved the second reading of an ordinance amending Section 210 of the Richfield City Code related to City Council salaries for 2025 and 2026, and approved a resolution authorizing summary publication of the ordinance. Staff clarified that the action applied only to elected positions.
Item history
- Mar 26, 2024 · City Council
- Mar 26, 2024 · City Council
- Apr 9, 2024 · City Council · This item
Item 6Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Notification and public comment on planned police acquisition of unmanned aerial vehicles
The council received notification about the Richfield Police Department’s planned acquisition of unmanned aerial vehicles and took public comment. No council decision was required. During discussion, police staff described the drones as consumer-grade equipment, said the program cost would be about $31,000 using forfeiture funds, and indicated a draft policy would be prepared and public comments would continue through city communication channels.
Item 6Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Notification and public comment on planned police acquisition of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
The council received a notification and held public comment on the Richfield Police Department’s planned acquisition of unmanned aerial vehicles. No council approval was required at this meeting. During discussion, police staff said the department planned to purchase three consumer-grade drones using forfeiture funds at an estimated cost of $31,000, use them for specified public safety purposes, delete unnecessary data, and prepare a draft policy for data retention and use. Staff also said public comments would be collected online for a couple of weeks and shared with the council.
Item 7Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
City Manager's report
The city manager reported that this was the city clerk’s last meeting with Richfield, and council members thanked him for his service, especially his work on elections.
Item 7Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
City Manager's Report
The city manager reported that this was the city clerk’s last meeting with Richfield, and council members thanked him for his service. No formal council action was taken.
Item 8Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approve claims and payroll
The council approved claims and payroll totaling $2,802,992.36, including accounts payable and payroll expenses.
Item 8Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approve claims and payroll
The council approved claims and payroll totaling $2,802,992.36, including accounts payable and payroll disbursements.
Item 9Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Hats Off to Hometown Hits
Council members shared community recognitions, including Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, demolition progress at 101 East 66th Street, remembrance of a longtime resident, and praise for a recent community event.
Item 9Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Hats Off to Hometown Hits
Council members offered community recognitions, including Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, demolition progress at 101 East 66th Street, condolences for a longtime resident, and appreciation for a police department staff member’s event work. No formal action was taken.
Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes
The council approved the minutes of the March 26, 2024 City Council Work Session and Regular City Council Meeting.
Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approval of March 26, 2024 meeting minutes
The council approved the minutes of the March 26, 2024 City Council Work Session and Regular City Council Meeting.
Official documents
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