Approval to Purchase Joint Police/Fire Mobile Command Vehicle

Moved by Mayor/Chair [Timestamp] · Seconded by Unknown [Timestamp]

The Mayor pulled this item from the consent agenda to specifically acknowledge and thank Congresswoman Angie Craig and Senators Klobuchar and Smith for securing federal funding for the acquisition of a new mobile command vehicle, highlighting the importance of intergovernmental collaboration and its benefit to the community.

Resolution to Approve 32-ounce Malt Liquor and Wine License for Tsunami Japanese LLC

Moved by Unknown [Timestamp] · Seconded by Unknown [Timestamp]

The City Clerk presented the application, noting that new owners of Tsunami Japanese LLC requested the license. The Burnsville Police Department conducted background checks with no grounds for denial, and all fees were paid. No questions were raised by council members, and no public comments were made during the public hearing.

Budget Operating Adjustment for 2026 to Fund Burnsville Festival Special Security Costs and One-Year Fire Marshal

Dissent: Council Member Estefson, Mayor Coates, Council Member Gustusson (implied by his statement that he would vote 'no').

Moved by Council Member Schultz [Timestamp] · Seconded by Unknown [Timestamp]

The Fire Chief presented a proposal for a one-time General Fund budget adjustment of $17,849 to fund special security for the Burnsville Festival and a one-year Fire Marshal. Concerns were raised by Nick Benson and Ms. Grazzini about a potential conflict of interest involving Council Member Kelly, who volunteers for the festival, and the appropriateness of using taxpayer money for private festival security. City Attorney Jared explained the legal standard for conflicts of interest, deferring the decision to individual council members. Council Member Kelly defended his participation, citing his voluntary role and the broader community benefit of heritage events. Council Member Gustusson voted against, distinguishing between public and private security responsibilities and questioning ongoing requests for city funding for a private 501c3 event. Council Members Schultz and Workman supported the one-year funding, citing the city's imposed security requirements and the festival's historical significance, while also advocating for a policy review. The Mayor voted against it, consistently arguing that 501c3 organizations should self-fund and that such an adjustment reduces the General Fund balance that should be reserved for core city services.