Rosemount City Council — Transcript
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Youth Sports Recognition
Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation
City Infrastructure and Operations Approvals
Community Events and Civic Engagement
Votes (9)
Recognition of Rosemount High School Boys Baseball Team
The Rosemount City Council honored the Rosemount High School boys baseball team for winning the 2026 Minnesota State High School Baseball Championship. Mayor Jeffrey D. Weisen Cell presented a proclamation, and Coach Chris Swenson spoke, highlighting the team's selflessness and pride in representing Rosemount.
Recognition of Rosemount High School Girls Flag Football Team
The Rosemount City Council recognized the Rosemount High School girls flag football team for winning the 2026 Minnesota State Girls Flag Football Championship. Mr. Martin praised them as trailblazers, and Councilmember Estler specifically commended Coach Erdman for his role in establishing the 'Go Girls' program. Coach Erdman shared details of their 35-1 record and two state titles.
Proclamation: July as Parks and Recreation Month
Moved by Councilmember Esler [0:16:32] · Seconded by Councilmember Freski [0:16:35]
Mr. Schultz introduced a proclamation designating July as National Parks and Recreation Month, outlining its benefits for health, community, and the environment. He underscored the significance of volunteers and Rosemount's busy July calendar, including Leprechaun Days. The Council then voted to approve the proclamation.
Authorize Hiring of CNH Architects for Fire Station 2 Remodel
Moved by Councilmember Tyson [0:21:40] · Seconded by Councilmember Esler [0:21:42]
The City Council authorized the hiring of CNH Architects for the Fire Station 2 remodel project. This action was approved as part of the consent agenda.
Accept Grant for Fire Turnout Gear
Moved by Councilmember Tyson [0:21:40] · Seconded by Councilmember Esler [0:21:42]
The City Council approved accepting an $18,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Works for the purchase and installation of new fire turnout gear. This action was approved as part of the consent agenda.
Approve Temporary Construction Easement for Dunmore Greenway Trail
Moved by Councilmember Tyson [0:21:40] · Seconded by Councilmember Esler [0:21:42]
The City Council approved a temporary construction easement in the Dunmore Greenway area for a new trail project. This action was approved as part of the consent agenda.
Award Contract for Former Public Works Building Demolition to Rachel Contracting
Moved by Councilmember Tyson [0:21:40] · Seconded by Councilmember Esler [0:21:42]
The City Council awarded a contract to Rachel Contracting for the demolition of the former Public Works Building. This action was approved as part of the consent agenda.
Appoint Election Judges for 2026
Moved by Councilmember Tyson [0:21:40] · Seconded by Councilmember Esler [0:21:42]
The City Council approved the appointment of 114 residents to serve as election judges for 2026. This action was approved as part of the consent agenda.
Approve Offsite Gambling Application for Rosemount Area Hockey Association
Moved by Councilmember Tyson [0:21:40] · Seconded by Councilmember Esler [0:21:42]
The City Council approved an application from the Rosemount Area Hockey Association to conduct offsite gambling for fundraising activities during Leprechaun Days. This action was approved as part of the consent agenda.
Notable Quotes (7)
Whereas the Rosemount High School boys baseball team achieved extraordinary success by winning the 2026 Minnesota State High School baseball championship, demonstrating exceptional athletic skill, discipline, teamwork...
I think one hallmark of this group that stands out, if you haven't been around them, is no matter what their role was, they cared more about the team and everybody else than than themselves.
These girls are trailblazers in a kind of a new sport and I think it's really really cool.
I also want to give a special recognition to Coach Erdman... because he started the Go Girls program 7-8 years ago.
We recruit like crazy, multi-sport athletes... they've accumulated a 35 and 1 record. They've won two state titles.
this uh observation has been taking place throughout the country since 1984 when Congress passed a resolution uh for July to be National Parks and Recreation Month.
Leprechaun Days brings people together from all over the area... And And those are That That's an event run by volunteers.
Ordinances & Resolutions (7)
Formal recognition document for the Rosemount High School Boys Baseball Team.
Formal recognition document for the Rosemount High School Girls Flag Football Team.
Formal designation of July as Parks and Recreation Month.
Approval to accept an $18,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Works for fire turnout gear.
Easement granted for a new trail in the Dunmore Greenway area.
Awarded to Rachel Contracting for the demolition of the former Public Works Building.
Application approved for the Rosemount Area Hockey Association for fundraising during Leprechaun Days.