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Meeting record · Richfield, Minnesota

City Council — Tuesday, April 14, 2026

19 items on the record

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Items on the record

  1. Item 6aDiscussedinformational or procedural item — no vote taken

    Proclamation Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month

    The Richfield City Council proclaimed April 2026 as Arab American Heritage Month, recognizing the contributions of more than 3.5 million Arab Americans nationally following a supporting recommendation from the Richfield Human Rights Commission at its March 3rd meeting. The proclamation is symbolic and carries no funding or regulatory changes.

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  2. Item 6bDiscussedinformational or procedural item — no vote taken

    Proclamation Celebrating Earth Day

    The Council proclaimed Earth Day 2026, a symbolic recognition encouraging environmental awareness and stewardship among Richfield residents. The action involves no funding or new regulations.

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  3. Item 6cDiscussedinformational or procedural item — no vote taken

    Proclamation Celebrating Arbor Day

    The Council proclaimed Arbor Day 2026 in Richfield, a symbolic recognition promoting tree planting and urban forestry awareness with no associated funding or ordinance changes.

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  4. Item 6dDiscussedinformational or procedural item — no vote taken

    Presentation of the 2025 Food Safety Awards

    The Council recognized local food establishments with the 2025 Food Safety Awards, honoring businesses that met high food safety standards during city health inspections.

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  5. Item 7aApprovedper the meeting record — vote tally not extracted

    Approval of Disbursements/Claims

    The Council approved routine city disbursements and claims covering bills, contracts, and payroll obligations as part of the April 14 consent calendar.

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  6. Item 7a (Mar. 24)ApprovedPassed 5-0

    Approval of Disbursements/Claims (March 24)

    The Council approved $3,432,125.76 in city disbursements for the period, including $2,372,145.26 in A/P checks and EFTs and $1,059,980.50 in payroll, as part of the March 24 consent calendar.

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  7. Item 7bApprovedper the meeting record — vote tally not extracted

    Stormwater Construction and Maintenance Agreement with Woodlawn Terrace Cooperative

    The Council approved a stormwater construction and maintenance agreement with Woodlawn Terrace Cooperative, located at 7421 Lyndale Avenue South, establishing responsibilities for upkeep of stormwater infrastructure serving the property.

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  8. Item 7b (Mar. 24)ApprovedPassed 5-0

    Agreement with Richfield Leadership Network for Social Services

    The Council approved an agreement with the nonprofit Richfield Leadership Network to provide social services to city residents. Council clarified the agreement includes $5,000-$10,000 in funding intended for tow fee reimbursement to help residents affected by city snow removal and parking enforcement towing.

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  9. Item 7cApprovedper the meeting record — vote tally not extracted

    2026 Sanitary Sewer Lining (CIPP) Project Contract with Visu-Sewer

    The Council approved a $790,929.60 contract with Visu-Sewer for the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Lining Cured-in-Place-Pipe project, which rehabilitates aging sewer pipes without full excavation, and authorized the City Manager to approve additional contract changes up to $175,000 without further Council review.

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  10. Item 7c (Mar. 24)ApprovedPassed 5-0

    DNR Local Trail Connections Program Grant Application - Nine Mile Creek Trail to Southdale Library

    The Council approved Resolution No. 2026-12417 authorizing Recreation Services staff to apply for a Minnesota DNR Local Trail Connections Program grant to connect the Nine Mile Creek Trail to the Southdale Library through Adams Hill Park, and authorized staff to execute a grant agreement and proceed with construction if awarded.

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  11. Item 7dApprovedper the meeting record — vote tally not extracted

    2026 Mill and Overlay Project Contract with GMH Asphalt Corporation

    The Council approved a contract with GMH Asphalt Corporation to perform the city's 2026 Mill and Overlay street resurfacing project, repaving deteriorated street surfaces in Richfield.

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  12. Item 7d (Mar. 24)ApprovedPassed 5-0

    Stormwater Maintenance Agreement with Best Buy Company, Inc.

    The Council approved a stormwater maintenance agreement with Best Buy Company, Inc., authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement governing stormwater infrastructure responsibilities on Best Buy's Richfield property.

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  13. Item 7eApprovedper the meeting record — vote tally not extracted

    Resolution Prohibiting On-Street Parking on Nicollet Avenue (CSAH 52)

    The Council approved a resolution prohibiting on-street parking along County State Aid Highway 52 (Nicollet Avenue) between 77th Street and 66th Street, a roadway safety measure aligned with county road standards.

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  14. Item 7e (Mar. 24)ApprovedPassed 5-0

    Contract Renewal with ADESA Minneapolis for Vehicle Auctions

    The Council approved a 2026 contract renewal with ADESA Minneapolis to continue auctioning vehicles forfeited through Public Safety and Police Department operations.

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  15. Item 7fApprovedper the meeting record — vote tally not extracted

    Approval of the Updated Climate Action Plan

    The Council approved an updated Climate Action Plan setting goals and strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and guiding sustainability initiatives across Richfield.

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  16. Item 12aApprovedper the meeting record — vote tally not extracted

    Confirmation of Kate Croteau as Human Resources Director

    The Council confirmed the appointment of Kate Croteau as the City of Richfield's Human Resources Director, effective May 18, 2026.

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  17. Item 12a (Mar. 24)ApprovedPassed 5-0

    Correction to Advisory Board of Health Appointment: Erik Porter

    The Council corrected an administrative error by removing alternate commissioner Jacob Peterson from the Advisory Board of Health and appointing Erik Porter to the Board, effective March 24, 2026 through January 31, 2027.

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  18. Item 12b (Mar. 24)ApprovedPassed 5-0

    Appointment of Jacob Peterson to the Planning Commission

    The Council appointed Jacob Peterson to fill a vacant seat on the Planning Commission, effective March 24, 2026 through January 31, 2027.

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  19. Discussedinformational or procedural item — no vote taken

    Utility Rate Study and Financial Analysis for Infrastructure Renewal Planning

    At the March 24 work session, HDR Rate Analyst Shawn Koorn presented a 10-year utility rate study through 2035 assuming 4% inflation, finding a significant funding gap in the water utility while sewer and stormwater funds remain financially stable. Council reached consensus to maintain the current rate structure with proportional increases across residential, multifamily, and commercial customers, with further equity analysis planned before any 2027 rate changes.

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