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## Agenda ## City of Minnetonka ## Council Special Study Session Monday, December 22, 2025 ## 6:00 PM ## Council Chambers 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. 1.Call to Order 2.Introductions/Roll Call 3.Business Items: A.Long term asset planning B.2026 city council study session work plan C.Closed session to conduct city manager performance evaluation; pursuant to Minnesota Statute § 13D.05, subd. 3(a) 4.Adjournment The purpose of a study session is to allow the city council to discuss matters informally and in greater detail than permitted at formal council meetings. The council may provide direction to staff but does not make formal decisions at study sessions. Members of the public are welcome to attend and listen, but the council does not take comments from the public. 1 ## City Council Agenda Item 3.A Meeting of December 22, 2025 Title:Long term asset planning ## Report from:Mike Funk, City Manager ## Submitted through:Darin Nelson, Finance Director ## Presenter:Mike Funk, City Manager Action Requested:Receive information and provide direction regarding next steps. ## Summary Statement This agenda item is intended to support a long-term, strategic conversation about the City’s approach to managing aging and future assets and infrastructure. At the outset, staff wants to be clear that there is no expectation or pressure for the City Council to take action on any specific project, funding mechanism, or policy direction as part of this discussion. Rather, staff views it as our responsibility to proactively bring forward information that can help inform future decisions related to asset stewardship, service levels, and community investment. This is an exercise in long-range planning, recognizing that decisions made over time regarding facilities and infrastructure will have meaningful and lasting impacts on the Minnetonka community. ## Strategic Plan Relatability ## Infrastructure & Asset Management This discussion aligns with the desired outcome to develop an annual capital improvement plan that supports the sustainable maintenance and replacement of assets. ## Background Over the past approximately 18 months, staff has brought forward several facility-related studies and assessments for Council consideration, particularly related to fire stations and recreational facilities. Individually, these studies addressed specific needs or facilities. Collectively, they point to broader questions about how the City prioritizes investments, sequences improvements, and aligns funding strategies across its portfolio of assets. Staff believes this is an appropriate time to step back and review this information holistically, with the goal of framing a longer-term asset management strategy rather than reacting to individual needs in isolation. ## Scope of Discussion For purposes of this study session, staff intends to focus the conversation on capital needs and long- term planning considerations associated with the following asset areas: Trails and pedestrian inf…

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Long-term Asset Planning

2026 City Council Study Session Work Plan

City Manager Performance Evaluation

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Long term asset planning

No formal decision made; discussion and direction to staff requested.

The session served as a foundational discussion on managing the City’s infrastructure and assets, prompted by prior studies on fire stations and recreational facilities. Staff provided a high-level synthesis of capital needs for various asset categories, including trails, fire stations, The Marsh, Williston Fitness Center, Community Center, and OPUS facilities. Funding considerations, such as a local sales tax, were explored. The goal was to initiate a strategic, long-range planning process, seeking Council direction on prioritization, timelines, funding evaluation, and future analysis or community engagement rather than immediate project decisions.

2026 city council study session work plan

No formal decision made; discussion and direction to staff requested.

This item facilitated the planning and prioritization of topics for the City Council's special study sessions scheduled for 2026. It allowed the Council to proactively shape its future agenda for in-depth, informal discussions on key municipal issues, ensuring critical areas receive adequate attention throughout the year.

Closed session to conduct city manager performance evaluation

Closed session held pursuant to Minnesota Statute § 13D.05, subd. 3(a).

The City Council entered a closed session specifically for the purpose of conducting a performance evaluation of the City Manager. This session was held in strict compliance with Minnesota Statute § 13D.05, subd. 3(a), which governs the privacy and confidentiality of personnel matters within public bodies.

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This agenda item is intended to support a long-term, strategic conversation about the City’s approach to managing aging and future assets and infrastructure.

Staff (Mike Funk, City Manager)
Long term asset planning

Rather, staff views it as our responsibility to proactively bring forward information that can help inform future decisions related to asset stewardship, service levels, and community investment.

Staff (Mike Funk, City Manager)
Long term asset planning

The desired outcome of this study session is to begin a thoughtful and structured conversation about the City’s long-term approach to asset management.

Staff
Long term asset planning

Ordinances & Resolutions (13)

Minnesota Statute § 13D.05, subd. 3(a)Statute

Legal basis for holding a closed session for City Manager performance evaluation.

The University of Minnesota local sales tax reportReport

Reference material provided to the Council for discussion on potential funding mechanisms.

Minnetonka Satellite Fire Study, Updated Costs 12-15-25Study

An attachment and reference document detailing needs assessment and budget summaries for fire stations 2, 3, 4, and 5.

Minnetonka Community Facilities Study ReportStudy

An attachment and reference document providing a comprehensive plan and assessment for various community facilities.

Minnetonka LOST Final ReportReport

An attachment related to the local option sales tax for funding discussion.

Local Sales and Use Tax ChartChart

An attachment for the discussion on funding and revenue considerations.

Metro Tax Rate Guide 2026 Q1Guide

An attachment for the discussion on funding and revenue considerations.

Comprehensive Plan Final Report April 15, 2024Report

The detailed report for the Community Facilities Study, including vision, principles, space needs, and recommendations.

The Marsh Business PlanPlan

A business plan developed by HGA Architects and PROS Consulting for 'The Marsh' facility, including market analysis and financial projections.

The Marsh Site Facility PlanPlan

A site facility plan developed by HGA Architects and PROS Consulting for 'The Marsh' facility.

SFIA’s Sports, Fitness & Leisure Activities Topline Participation Report 2023Report

Report from Sports & Fitness Industry Association used in evaluating national recreation trends.

NRPA Park MetricsOther

Metrics from the National Recreation and Park Association used in recreation trends analysis.

Sports Marketing Surveys USA (SMS)Other

Survey data source for SFIA's national recreation participation report.

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