02-13-23 CC Reg Mtg Agenda Packet
CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2023 7:00 P.M.
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AGENDA
1. CONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
Mayor Labadie___
Johnson___
Callies___
Maddy___
Sanschagrin___
C. Review and Adopt Agenda
Attachments
2. CONSENT AGENDA The Consent Agenda is a series of actions which are being considered for adoption this evening
under a single motion. These items have been reviewed by city council and city staff and there shall be no further discussion by the
council tonight on the Consent Agenda items. Any council member or member of city staff may request that an item be removed from
the Consent Agenda for separate consideration or discussion. If there are any brief concerns or questions by council, we can answer
those now.
Motion to approve items on the Consent Agenda & Adopt Resolutions Therein:
A. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of January 23, 2023 Minutes
B. Approval of the Verified Claims List Claims List
C. Accept Donations from Cub Foods and WSB Parks/Rec Director Memo
for Arctic Fever Event Resolution 23-018
D. Approve Recording Secretary Service Extension City Clerk/HR Director Memo
Resolution 23-019
E. Hennepin County Open Book Meetings City Clerk/HR Director Memo
3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR This is an opportunity for members of the public to bring an item, which is not on
tonight's agenda, to the attention of the Council. Anyone wishing to address the Council should raise their hand, or if attending
remotely please use the “raise hand” function on your screen and wait to be called on. Please make your comments from the podium
and identify yourself by your first and last name and your address for the record. Please limit your comments to three minutes. No
discussion or action will be taken by the Council on this matter. If requested by the Council, City staff will prepare a report for the
Council regarding the matter and place it on the next agenda.
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4. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
A. Jim Flattum, Excelsior Lion’s Club Overview
B. Photo Contest Winners, Spring and Summer Photos
5. PARKS
6. PLANNING
7. ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
8. GENERAL/NEW BUSINESS
A. Arctic Fever Recap
B. Approve Appointment of Planning/Park Commissioners City Clerk/HR Director Memo
Resolution 23-020
9. STAFF AND COUNCIL REPORTS
A. Staff
B. Mayor and City Council
10. ADJOURN
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CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2023 7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
1. CONVENE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Labadie called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
A. Pledge of Allegiance
B. Roll Call
Present. Mayor Labadie; Councilmembers Callies, Maddy, and Sanschagrin; City Attorney
Shepherd; City Administrator Nevinski; City Clerk/HR Director Thone; Finance
Director Rigdon; Planning Director Darling; Director of Public Works Morriem; and,
City Engineer Budde
Absent: Councilmember Johnson
C. Review Agenda
Maddy moved, Callies seconded, approving the agenda as presented. All in favor, motion
passed.
2. CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Labadie reviewed the items on the Consent Agenda.
Callies moved, Maddy seconded, Approving the Motions Contained on the Consent
Agenda and Adopting the Resolutions Therein.
A. City Council Work Session Minutes of January 9, 2023
B. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of January 9, 2023
C. Approval of the Verified Claims List
D. Approve Support for Grant Applications, Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 23-009,
“A Resolution Authorizing an Outdoor Recreation Grant Application for the
Rehabilitation of Freeman Park Trails at 6000 Eureka Road.”; AND,
RESOLUTION NO. 23-010, “A Resolution Authorizing a Local Trail
Connection Program Grant Application for the Rehabilitation of a Segment
of Freeman Park Trails at 6000 Eureka Road.”
E. Approve New Hire for Communications Coordinator
F. Precinct 2 Boundary Adjustments due to Annexation, Adopting
RESOLUTION NO. 23-011, “A Resolution Adjusting Precinct 2 Boundary.”
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G. Approve Authorization for Service Agreements, Adopting RESOLUTION NO.
23-012, “A Resolution Accepting Quotes and Authorizing Execution of
Service Contracts with Professional Services Firms.”
H. Delegate a Contract Process for Federal Funds, Adopting RESOLUTION NO.
23-013, “A Resolution to Approve Delegated Contract Process Agreement
With MnDOT to Receive Federal Funds.”
I. Transfer from General Fund to Prepay 2017 EDA Bonds
J. Receive Recommendation on Capital Improvements Program
K. Approve Permanent Appointment of Public Works Supervisor Chris Heitz
Motion passed.
3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
4. REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS
5. PARKS
6. PLANNING
A. Report by Commissioner Eggenberger on January 17, 2023 Meeting
Planning Commissioner Huskins explained that Commissioner Eggenberger had a conflict in his
schedule, so he was appearing on his behalf to give the update to the Council. Planning
Commissioner Huskins gave a brief overview of the January 17, 2023 meeting discussion and
recommendations as outlined in the meeting minutes.
B. Variance to Side and Rear Setbacks for an Accessory Building
Location: 5925 Eureka Road
Applicants: Gene German and Sara Lassila
Planning Director Darling gave an overview of the variance request for the property located at
5925 Eureka Road. She explained that this request had been discussed at both the December
26, 2022 and the January 17, 2023 Planning Commission meetings. She noted that there was a
revised resolution placed in front of the Council this evening that reflects the recommendation of
the Planning Commission and noted that it was slightly different than the resolution included in
the packet.
Councilmember Callies asked if the applicant had rescinded the request for a 3 foot variance.
Planning Director Darling stated that they had not rescinded that request.
Gene German, 5925 Eureka Road, stated that the City has established a common practice over
the years which had not previously included the requirement that a storage shed be of similar
architectural character and similar architectural features. He shared examples of neighbors
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whose sheds do not have the same roofline as their homes or the same siding and color. He
referred to Section 1201.03 Subd 2d.4d., and noted that in reading the Code, he did not believe
it stated that the architectural features have to be similar, but rather the architectural character.
He stated that he feels that they are being asked to over-comply with this portion of the code. He
stated that they were asked to change the roof from a high barn style to a gambrel roof style so it
was similar to the style of roof of their home. He stated that they have made it clear from the
beginning that they wanted to locate the shed in the southeast corner of their yard which is the
most isolated area of the property. He stated that they checked costs on what it would be to
construct the shed in the manner that the City had requested with lap siding and found that it
would add thirty-five percent to the total cost of the shed, which equates to over five thousand
dollars. He explained that he believes that this cost would be incurred for something that he
considered cosmetic treatment of a shed in an isolated area. He stated that Planning Commission
felt that this was an unnecessary financial burden for them or if the Code actually required lap
siding. He stated that he felt the City had set a precedent by allowing vertical siding on sheds of
residents who have horizontal lap siding on their homes. He stated that he did not see a reason
that the Council should not follow the historically accepted common practice with their shed
request. He stated that he would ask the Council to refrain from considering architectural features
as being the same as architectural character and approve Resolution No. 23-014, with an
exception to strike the section in paragraph D, that includes a requirement for lap siding. He
noted that all the other terms of the resolution were acceptable.
Councilmember Callies stated that she feels that this was thoroughly discussed and explained
that she would be okay with eliminating the requirement for lap siding and noted that the revised
resolution presented by Planning Director Darling does not include that requirement.
Callies moved, Maddy seconded, Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 23-014, “A Resolution
Approving a Variance to the Rear Yard Setback for Property Located at 5925 Eureka
Road.”, as presented tonight with the removal of the requirement related to siding. All in
favor, motion passed.
Callies moved, Labadie seconded, Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 23-015, “ A Resolution
Denying a Request for a Variance to Side-Yard Setbacks for Property Located at 5925
Eureka Road.” All in favor, motion passed.
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C. Variance to Rear Setback for a 2 Story Addition
Location: 22430 Murray Street
Applicant: Clayton Tessness
Planning Director Darling gave an overview of the request for a variance to a rear setback for a
nd
2 story addition at 22430 Murray Street and explained that staff and the Planning Commission
recommend approval subject to the conditions included in the resolution.
Clayton Tessness, 23100 Summit Avenue, representing the property owners, explained that the
way he had original read the City’s code, he did not think they would need a variance, because
he did not see this as increasing the non-conformity. He stated that their plans are just to build
up in order to make the existing structure continue to work for this family.
Callies moved, Maddy seconded, Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 23-016, “A Resolution
Approving a Variance to Rear Yard Setback on Property Located at 22430 Murray Street .”
All in favor, motion passed.
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7. ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
A. Authorize Preparation of Scoping Document for Eureka Road N, City Project
23-01
City Engineer Budde gave an overview of the proposed scoping study that will be the first step in
better defining the scope, cost, and expectations for the residents, staff and Council for Eureka
Road North. He reviewed the current scoping planned for this project.
Councilmember Callies stated that she appreciated that this was being looked at two years early
in order to allow some time for community involvement earlier in the overall process.
Councilmember Maddy noted that soil borings can unearth some surprises and asked if any would
be done for this study or if it would all simply be on paper.
City Engineer Budde explained that they are planning to do soil borings as part of the scoping
study.
Maddy moved, Callies seconded, Adopting RESOLUTION NO. 23-017, “A Resolution to
Prepare Scoping Study for Eureka Road North, City Project 23-01.” All in favor, motion
passed.
8. GENERAL/NEW BUSINESS
9. STAFF AND COUNCIL REPORTS
A. Staff
1. January 9, 2023 Matters from the Floor response to Kelly Rogers,
20960 Radisson Road
Other
Public Works Director Morriem explained that the City was not successful in receiving an OSHA
grant that they had applied for in 2022 but noted that they will be able to resubmit for this grant.
City Engineer Budde stated that in August on 2022, MnDOT provided a road safety audit for
Highway 7. He stated that since that time, the City has had multiple conversations with MnDOT
and other entities to try to gain some momentum for the next logical step, which is a corridor
study. He noted that prior to the Council meeting, they met with Senator Kelly Morrison to discuss
the possibility of legislative funding from the State for this study. He stated that based on tonight’s
discussion, it appears as though there is good momentum in trying to get a bill introduced and
staff would like to move forward with presenting some legislation for a corridor study for Highway
7 and identify the City as being in the lead position. He stated that there is also momentum to
advance the Corridor Coalition which may help with legislative influence in the future. He stated
that they have been in discussions with various entities but explained that they are planning to try
to get it a bit more formal so it can carry a bit more weight.
Councilmember Maddy asked what section of Highway 7 would be included in the study.
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City Engineer Budde stated that in the conversation earlier today they proposed going from
Christmas Lake Road on the east end of the corridor out to past St. Bonifacius. He noted that
they have gotten feedback that MnDOT would like to extend from 494 on the east end and
explained that they are planning to pull together information to understand what that means from
a cost, timing, and support standpoint.
Planning Director Darling shared the sad news that former Parks Commissioner Schmid passed
away last week.
City Administrator Nevinski noted that he believed Monday, February 27, 2023 is the only day
that is available to hold the Council/Staff retreat. He asked the Council if there would be any
conflicts with that date. He stated that he had shared some potential topics for the retreat and
asked if the Council had any feedback on those. He noted that he believed that some of the
proposed topics could also potentially be discussed at an upcoming work session.
There was consensus of the Councilmembers present that February 27, 2023 would work
for the retreat.
City Administrator Nevinski stated that staff would compile a more detailed list of possible topics
and distribute that to the Council for their feedback and ranking their importance for discussion at
the retreat.
B. Mayor and City Council
Mayor Labadie explained that since the Council met last, there was a meeting with the mayors,
city administrators, and the Minnetonka Public Schools Superintendent. She stated that she feels
this is a great meeting that highlights upcoming things within the cities and the school district.
She noted that she served as a speaker and member of the panel for the Excelsior Rotary Club
along with other area mayors. She stated that the most frequent topic that was raised in questions
from the rotary club was around Highway 7. She explained that the SLMPD Board meeting was
also held last week where they discussed various budget issues. She explained that the SLMPD
had received a grant which will fully fund an officer to serve completely in the capacity of DUI/DWI
enforcement. She stated that Arctic Fever was held last weekend and had record turnout. She
expressed her appreciation to staff members and volunteers for working to make this event run
smoothly.
10. ADJOURN
Maddy moved, Labadie seconded, Adjourning the City Council Regular Meeting of January
23, 2023, at 7:54 P.M. All in favor, motion passed.
ATTEST:
Jennifer Labadie, Mayor
Sandie Thone, City Clerk
City of Shorewood Council Meeting Item
2C
Title/Subject: Resolution Accepting Donations to Arctic Fever Event
Meeting Date: Monday, February 13 2023
MEETING
Prepared by: Janelle Crossfield, Park/Rec Director
TYPE
Reviewed by: Marc Nevinski, City Administrator
Regular
Attachments: Resolution
Meeting
Policy Consideration: Pursuant to Minnesota State Statutes sections §465.03 and
§471.17 all donations or gifts of real and personal property, including donations for the
benefit of public recreational services, must be accepted by the city council.
Background: The following persons or entities have offered to contribute the cash
amounts/non-monetary items set forth below, for the purpose of the 2023 Arctic Fever
Event held on January 20 and January 21, 2023:
Name of Donor Amount/Item
WSB $500
Cub Foods Bottled Water, Cider, Youth Activity Supplies
Financial Considerations: This donation will help to cover expenses incurred for the
2023 Arctic Fever Event.
Action Requested: Staff respectfully recommends the city council approve the
Resolution Accepting Donations as Delineated in the Resolution to the 2023 Arctic
Fever Event and direct staff to send a thank you note to all donors.
Motion, second and two-thirds majority vote required.
Connection to Vision/Mission: Consistency in providing residents quality public
services, a healthy environment, a variety of attractive amenities, a sustainable tax
base, and sound financial management through effective, efficient, and visionary
leadership.
Mission Statement: The City of Shorewood is committed to providing residents quality public services, a
healthy environment, a variety of attractive amenities, a sustainable tax base, and sound financial
management through effective, efficient, and visionary leadership. Page 1
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 23-018
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DONATIONS TO THE
CITY OF SHOREWOOD 2023 ARCTIC FEVER EVENT
WHEREAS, the City of Shorewood is generally authorized to accept donations of real
and personal property pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 465.03 for the benefit of
its citizens, and is specifically authorized to accept gifts and is authorized to accept gifts
for the benefit of their public recreational services pursuant to Minnesota Statutes
section 471.17; and
WHEREAS, the following persons and entities have offered to contribute a donation as
set forth below to the city:
Name of Donor Amount/Item
WSB $500
Cub Foods Bottled Water, Cider, Youth Activity Supplies
WHEREAS, the terms or conditions of the donations are to be used for the 2023 Arctic
Fever Event; and
WHEREAS, all such donations have been contributed to the city for the benefit of its
citizens, as allowed by law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that it is appropriate to accept the donation offered.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The donations described above are accepted and shall be used to establish
and/or operate services either alone or in cooperation with others, as allowed by
law.
2. The city clerk is hereby directed to issue receipts to each donor acknowledging
the city’s receipt of the donor’s donation.
Passed by the City Council of Shorewood, Minnesota this 13th day of February, 2023.
__________________________
Jennifer Labadie, Mayor
___________________________
Sandie Thone, City Clerk
City of Shorewood Council Meeting Item
2D
Title/Subject: Addendum to TimeSaver Agreement
MEETING
Meeting Date: Monday, February 13, 2023
TYPE
Prepared by: Sandie Thone, City Clerk/HR Director
Regular
Meeting
Reviewed by: Brenda Pricco, Deputy City Clerk
Attachments: Addendum to Recording Secretary Service Agreement
Resolution 23-019
Background in Recommendation For the past five years the city has contracted with
TimeSaver’s Off-Site Secretarial, Inc. for city council, planning commission, and parks
commission meeting minutes. Attached is an Addendum to the Recording Secretary
Agreement that extends the expiration date to December 31, 2023. The same terms
and conditions which were agreed upon and approved for 2022 will be extended to
December 31, 2023. TimeSaver’s has provided excellent service and turn-around time
for the city council and city commission minutes. Staff is recommending approval of the
attached Addendum as submitted.
Financial or Budget Considerations: The 2023 contract reflects a base rate increase
from $154/first hour plus $36.50 each subsequent 30 minutes to $159/$37.75,
respectively. It reflects a unit rate increase from $49.50/first hour, $33/hour thereafter,
and $15.50/per billable page to $51/$34/$16, respectively. The service has been
provided for in the 2023 budget.
Action Requested: Staff respectively requests approval of Resolution 23-019:
Approving the 2023 Addendum to the TimeSaver’s Off-Site Secretarial Agreement.
Motion, second and simple majority vote required.
Connection to Vision/Mission: Consistency in providing residents quality public
services, a healthy environment, a sustainable tax base, and sound financial
management through effective, efficient, and visionary leadership.
Mission Statement: The City of Shorewood is committed to providing residents quality public
services, a healthy environment, a variety of attractive amenities, a sustainable tax base, and
sound financial management through effective, efficient, and visionary leadership. Page 1
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 23-019
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ADDENDUM TO THE
RECORDING SECRETARY SERVICE AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the city of Shorewood is required to prepare minutes of all public meetings
of the city council, planning, and park commissions; and
WHEREAS, the city has contracted with TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. for the past
five years for performing minute-taking for city council, planning commission, and park
commission meetings; and
WHEREAS, the city has received exemplary service from TimeSaver.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SHOREWOOD AS FOLLOWS:
The enclosed Addendum to the Recording Secretary Service Agreement will be
extended to December 31, 2023. The unit rates reflect an increase of $1.50 cents per
hour, $1.00 per hour after the first hour, and 50 cents per page. The base rate reflects
an increase of $5.00 per hour and $1.25 for every 30 minutes thereafter, over the 2022
contract.
ADOPTED BY THE SHOREWOOD CITY COUNCIL this 13th day of February 2023.
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ATTEST: Jennifer Labadie, Mayor
________________________________
Sandie Thone, City Clerk
City of Shorewood Council Meeting Item
Title/Subject: Notification of 2023 Open Book Meeting Dates
2E
Meeting Date: Monday, February 13, 2023
MEETING
Prepared by: Sandie Thone, City Clerk/HR Director
Reviewed by: Brenda Pricco, Deputy City Clerk TYPE
Regular
Attachment: Hennepin County Assessor Memo
Meeting
Policy Consideration: Pursuant to Minnesota Statute 274.01, Subdivision 1, the County
Assessor must set the date and time for the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization
(LBAE) Meeting.
Background: The City of Shorewood has opted for an Open Book meeting in place of a
Local Board of Appeal and Equalization (LBAE) meeting. Open book meetings are an
important aspect of transparency in the assessment of real property.
Valuation notices will be mailed to taxpayers which include the dates and times and
locations of available meeting dates. If a property owner has a concern with the
information on their notice or disagrees with the valuation of their property, often issues
can be resolved by a call to the assessor. If this does not resolve the issue or if they
still have questions, or prefer a conversation, they may attend a virtual meeting session
for taxpayers.
Please see the attached Hennepin County Memo from Hennepin County Assessor
Joshua Hooglund for additional information.
No Action Requested: For Informational purposes only.
Connection to Vision/Mission: Consistency in providing residents quality public services,
a healthy environment, a variety of attractive amenities, a sustainable tax base, and
sound financial management through effective, efficient, and visionary leadership.
Mission Statement: The City of Shorewood is committed to providing residents quality public
services, a healthy environment, a variety of attractive amenities, a sustainable tax base, and
sound financial management through effective, efficient, and visionary leadership. Page 1
Memo
To:City Clerks, City Administrators,City Managers,Local Assessors, City Assessors
From: Joshua Hoogland, SAMA, Hennepin County Assessor
Date: 2/2/2023
Hennepin County 2023Open Book Meetings
Open book meetingsareanimportant aspectoftransparencyin the assessment of real
property. We find it important to share the stepswe have taken toprovide excellent customer
service to the taxpayers of Hennepin County.
Open Book Meetings
The Hennepin County Assessor’s Office will host 5 in person meetings with locations throughout
the county. We will also continue to offer a virtual meeting session for taxpayersas well.
Taxpayerslocated in a city that has an open book can attend any of the meetingsbased on their
own preference.
The available meeting dates, times and locationswill be provided to taxpayers with their
property’s valuation noticemailed during the spring. The valuation noticewill be accompanied
by an insert providing additional information and instructions to assist taxpayers with
understanding each of their appeal options. If a taxpayer would like to take part in the virtual
meeting,they will need access to a computer or smart phone, call in advance to schedule a
meeting time, then a Microsoft Teams meeting link will be provided for the appropriatedate
and time. Appraisers in our office will provide flexibilityand additional date and time options to
taxpayerstoconduct the virtual, face-to-face meeting how and whenthey would prefer.
Hennepin County Assessor’s Office
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300 South 6Street MC-213, Minneapolis, MN 55487-0213
612-348-3046| hennepin.us/assessment
Location Date Time
Richfield City Hall April 17th 3 pm-7 pm
Plymouth City Hall April 19th 8 am-7 pm
Rogers Community Center April 20th 3 pm-7 pm
Mound Centennial BuildingApril 26th 3 pm-7 pm
Golden Valley City Hall April 27th 8 am-7 pm
Virtual April 25th 8 am-7 pm
It is important to note that taxpayers may call their assessor at any time after receiving their
valuation notice up until the County Board of Appeal and Equalization (CBAE) deadline for
appointments on May 17, 2023. Each valuation notice mailed includes a phone number that will
put taxpayers in touch with the appropriate appraiser or assessor for their jurisdiction. Often,
taxpayer questions are answered, or concerns resolved during the initial phone conversation.
We request your help in circulating communication to taxpayers of this change. This may include
updates on the city’s website, social media, mailings, newspaper advertisements, electronic list
serves, etc.
Hennepin County Assessor Value Review Process
Appraisers in our office will continue to answer value calls from taxpayers and respond quickly
to questions and concerns. We will conduct in person valuation and classification reviews as well
as virtual inspections in certain circumstances. We will also use all tools available to us including,
aerial imagery, GIS technology, street view photography, sales listing information, etc. We will
collaborate with property owners to assist in the review process by asking them to provide
documentation related to their property, such as, inspection reports and appraisals. If a virtual
inspection is required, we will also request real-time photographs of property and video walk-
throughs.
Thank you for your consideration and collaboration.
Contact
County Assessor
Joshua Hoogland
(612) 348-8853
joshua.hoogland@hennepin.us
Assistant County Assessor
Melissa Potter
(612) 998-5380
melissa.potter@hennepin.us
Hennepin County 2023 Open Book Meetings 2
City of Shorewood Council Meeting Item
Title/Subject: Commission Appointment
8B
Meeting Date: Monday, February 13, 2023
MEETING
Prepared by: Sandie Thone, City Clerk/HR Director
Reviewed by: Marc Nevinski, City Administrator TYPE
Regular
Attachments: Resolution 23-020
Meeting
Policy Consideration: Pursuant to Shorewood City Code Chapter 202, the Planning
Commission and Park Commission serve as advisory boards to the City Council. Each
commission exists of five appointed members including a chair and co-chair. The terms
for commission members, which are staggered, run for three (3) years commencing on
March first of each year.
Background: The city council interviewed candidates at its Work Session on February
13, 2023 for the following vacancies.
Planning Commission (2 Seats)
Vacant Seat Term: through 2/2025
Vacancy on 2/28/2023 (Riedel’s seat) Term: through 2/2026
Park Commission (1 Seat)
Vacant Seat Term: through 2/2024
The following candidates were interviewed for the three open positions.
5:30 PM: Nat Gorham – Planning Commission
5:45 PM: Mary Johnson – Planning Commission, Park Commission
6:00 PM: Mark Czerwonka – Park Commission, Planning Commission, MCC
6:45 PM: Gene German – Planning Commission
Action Requested:
For passage of this appointment, a resolution has been prepared and is attached.
Council shall discuss the appointment(s), and if the appointment is recommended,
confirm by passing the resolution, which will include the name of the final appointment
as confirmed. Motion, second and simple majority vote required.
Connection to Vision/Mission: Consistency in providing residents quality public
services, a healthy environment, a variety of attractive amenities, a sustainable tax
base, and sound financial management through effective, efficient, and visionary
leadership.
Mission Statement: The City of Shorewood is committed to providing residents quality public
services, a healthy environment, a variety of attractive amenities, a sustainable tax base, and
sound financial management through effective, efficient, and visionary leadership. Page 1
RESOLUTION 23-020
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
STATE OF MINNESOTA
A RESOLUTION MAKING APPOINTMENTS TO
THE SHOREWOOD PLANNING AND PARK COMMISSION
WHEREAS, there are two Planning Commission vacancies with terms ending in
February of 2025, and February of 2026, and one Park Commission vacancy with a
term ending in February, 2024; and,
WHEREAS, the City advertised for applicants for the vacancy and received applications
from four interested candidates, and,
WHEREAS, the four candidates were interviewed by the City Council on February 13,
2023.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA that the Council makes the following appointments:
Planning Commission Term ending 2/2025 Term ending 2/2026
Park Commission Term ending 2/2024
Adopted by the City Council of Shorewood, Minnesota this 13h day of February
2023.
__________________________
Jennifer Labadie, Mayor
Attest:
___________________________
Sandie Thone, City Clerk