Meeting record · Richfield, Minnesota
Special Meeting — Tuesday, April 11, 2023
12 items on the record
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Items on the record
Item 1Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approval of the Agenda
The City Council approved the agenda for the April 11, 2023 regular meeting.
Item 2AOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Site Plan Approval for Optometrist Clinic at 817 – 66th Street East
Swoop Eye Care was scheduled for site plan approval to convert a former restaurant space at 817 – 66th Street East into a new optometry clinic. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval at its March 27, 2023 meeting, and staff supported the request, noting that optometry clinics are a permitted use in the C-2 General Business zoning district. No building expansion was proposed — only interior modifications were planned to repurpose the existing space.
Item 2BOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Advance Payment of Municipal State Aid (MSA) Street Funds
The City Council was scheduled to consider adopting a resolution requesting an advance of up to $4,000,000 in Municipal State Aid (MSA) street funds from MnDOT to help cover costs for three major road projects. The advance was needed because Richfield's current MSA account balance of approximately $102,662 was far short of the estimated $4,000,000 in near-term project expenditures. The funds were intended to support the 494 Project 1, the 77th Street Underpass, and the 65th Street Reconstruction projects.
Item 2COutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Award of Contract for 2023 Maltene Pavement Rejuvenation Project
The City Council was scheduled to consider awarding a $100,700 contract to Corrective Asphalt Materials, LLC for the 2023 Maltene Pavement Rejuvenation Project. This annual maintenance treatment applies a product called Reclamite to streets resurfaced in 2021 and 2022, as well as Lyndale Avenue, to seal surface voids and extend pavement life. Corrective Asphalt Materials was the sole bidder when bids were opened on March 23, 2023.
Item 2DOutcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Temporary On Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Richfield Foundation Event
The City Council was scheduled to consider approving a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for the Richfield Foundation's 'A Toast to Richfield' fundraising event on May 11, 2023. The event was planned from 6:30–9:00 p.m. in the atrium of Woodlake Center at 6601 Lyndale Avenue South, featuring approximately 21 or more wine, craft beer, and spirits vendors alongside food offerings. The Director of Public Safety reviewed all required documentation and found no basis for denial.
Item history
- Apr 11, 2023 · Special Meeting · This item
- Mar 11, 2025 · City Council · Approved
Item 3Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Consideration of Items Removed from Consent Calendar
No items were removed from the consent calendar for separate consideration.
Item 4Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approval of Labor Agreement with International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49
The City Council was scheduled to consider approving a one-year labor agreement with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 49, covering 2023 employment conditions for City workers in that bargaining unit. Key proposed terms included a 3.00% cost-of-living wage increase (consistent with other City employee groups), a $2.00/hour shift differential for water plant employees working nights and weekends, and a $0.10/hour employer contribution to the Local 49 Training Center Fund. The City and Local 49 were unable to reach a two-year agreement, making this one-year contract a step toward resetting the bargaining schedule for 2024 and beyond.
Item history
- Apr 11, 2023 · Special Meeting · This item
- Aug 14, 2024 · City Council
Item 5Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Appointments to City Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Richfield Tourism and Promotion Board (RTPB)
The council was scheduled to consider appointments to fill vacant or expiring terms on several city advisory boards, commissions, and the Richfield Tourism and Promotion Board (RTPB). Candidates were interviewed at a special work session on March 25, 2023, following a recent recruitment process. The agenda included mid-term vacancies caused by resignations, a two-year resident opening on the RTPB, and a three-year restaurant representative opening on the RTPB.
Item history
- Dec 13, 2022 · City Council · Under Review
- Apr 11, 2023 · Special Meeting · This item
- Jul 11, 2023 · City Council · Under Review
Item 6Discussedinformational or procedural item — no vote taken
City Manager’s Report
City Manager Katie Rodriguez delivered the City Manager's Report at the April 11, 2023 Council meeting. This is a standing agenda item providing the Council and public with updates on city operations, projects, and administrative matters. Specific details of the report were not captured in the available meeting minutes excerpt.
Item history
- Mar 28, 2023 · City Council · Informational
- Apr 11, 2023 · Special Meeting · This item
- May 23, 2023 · City Council · Informational
Item 7Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Approval of Claims and Payroll
The council was scheduled to approve routine accounts payable and payroll for the April 11, 2023 pay cycle, totaling approximately $1.43 million. This is a standard recurring item through which the council authorizes payment of city financial obligations including vendor invoices and employee compensation. No unusual expenditures were flagged in the agenda materials.
Item 8Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Hats Off to Hometown Hits
Council members and the Mayor shared community updates, including the opening of nominations for the Gene and Mary Jacobson Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award, the Adopt a Drain program, Public Works recognition, yard waste program information, and the grand opening of Memorial Blood Centers.
Outcome pendingfinal tally arrives when the city publishes the minutes
Sanitary Sewer Service Line Special Assessment Program Direction
City Public Works staff presented a proposed voluntary Sanitary Sewer Service Line Special Assessment Program and sought council direction on whether to develop and implement it. The program would allow homeowners to opt in to have sewer line repair or replacement costs assessed to their property taxes and repaid over five years at 5% annual interest. Routine maintenance such as root clearing would not be eligible, and the city did not plan to actively market the program through mailings or social media.
Item history
- Apr 11, 2023 · Special Meeting · This item
- Apr 11, 2023 · Work Session · Under Review
Official documents
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