Rosemount City Council — Transcript
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Police Department Promotions
2027 Budget and Built-Play Plan Update
Community Calendar Announcements
Votes (3)
Oath of Office for Police Sergeant Dan Kaiser
Chief of Police introduced Dan Kaiser, detailing his career from Community Service Officer to Peace Officer, highlighting his roles as detective, FTO, firearms instructor, and his commitment to servant leadership. The City Clerk administered the oath, and Kaiser's wife, Britney, pinned his badge. Kaiser thanked his family, friends, and partners.
Promotion Recognition for Ryan Coughlin
Chief of Police introduced Ryan Coughlin, describing his unwavering integrity and dedication to the department. The Chief detailed Coughlin's career, including his service as a reserve officer, joining Rosemont PD in 2006, various roles (FTO, detective, wellness coordinator), and his prior promotion to sergeant in 2013. He also noted Coughlin's continued education, including a bachelor's and master's degree in criminal justice. Ryan Coughlin then offered brief remarks, thanking his family.
Consent Agenda Approval
Moved by Climple [0:16:03] · Seconded by Freski [0:16:06]
The City Council considered approval of four consent agenda items, including bill listings, minutes from the August 18th meetings, and a resolution for partnership with the Dakota County CDA regarding local affordable housing aid funds. No items were pulled for further discussion.
Notable Quotes (3)
Tonight, we get to honor him in not just the fact that he has taken the next step to be a lead individual in our department, but he really embraces what it means to be a servant leader.
For family and friends who are here, thank you for putting me on this uh trajectory. Um well my partners here my take a lot of pride what I do and you guys are a big part of it.
He is a person that can come to me and have an on honest conversation and it may not be what I want to hear... but he knows in his heart and his integrity is something that needs to be said not just for the betterment of our relationship but the betterment of the department.
Ordinances & Resolutions (3)
Allows partnership with Dakota County CDA for administering affordable housing funds.
City's upcoming annual budget, currently in work session phase.
A bold vision for reinvesting in parks and recreation in Rosemont.