Consent Calendar (Approved Disbursements, Grants, Contract Change Order, and Ordinance)

Moved by Unknown [0:57:44] · Seconded by Unknown [0:57:48]

The Consent Calendar included approval of disbursements and claims, acceptance of Office of Traffic Safety funds for DWI enforcement and a 2027 enforcement grant, approval of a prime contract change order for the Woodlake Nature Center building project, and a second reading of a transitory ordinance funding capital improvements from the liquor special revenue fund. These items were presented for consolidated action.

Ordinance Amendment to Richfield City Code Appendix D (Fee Schedule)

Moved by Council Member Coleman Woods [1:00:46] · Seconded by Unknown [1:00:48]

Council Member Coleman Woods introduced the item to review and amend the city's fee schedule for building, planning, and zoning. The goal was to ensure fees reflect staff costs, align with peer communities, and comply with state statute. A public hearing was held where no comments were received from residents. The council then moved to approve the ordinance amendment and authorize its summary publication.

Ordinance Amending Richfield City Charter (Elections & Petition Requirements)

Moved by Council Member Burke [1:03:05] · Seconded by Unknown [1:03:10]

Council Member Burke presented the Charter Commission's recommendation to amend several sections of the Richfield City Charter concerning election petitions. The proposed changes aim to align the charter with Minnesota rules and streamline petition requirements for residents and staff. The council proceeded with the second reading and authorized summary publication of the ordinance, following previous steps including a public hearing and first reading.

Closure of the Shops at Lindale Municipal Liquor Store

Moved by Council Member Burke [1:06:43] · Seconded by Unknown [1:06:47]

Council Member Hayford Deliri introduced the staff recommendation to close the Shops at Lindale Municipal Liquor Store due to 19 consecutive years of operating losses and projected financial deterioration. The closure, effective December 31, 2026, aims to avoid significant capital and maintenance investments at that location and redirect resources to the city's three remaining profitable liquor stores. Council members expressed gratitude for the detailed analysis and efforts to mitigate the impact on staff.

Sale of General Obligation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A

Moved by Council Member Christensen [1:09:29] · Seconded by Unknown [1:09:50]

Council Member Christensen introduced a resolution for the sale of $3,960,000 in general obligation sales tax revenue bonds, Series 2026A. These bonds are designated to finance improvements to the Veterans Park Complex project. The Mayor acknowledged the careful planning involved in spreading out debt to maximize bond value.

Appointment of Youth Commissioners to Various Commissions

Moved by Council Member Coleman Woods [1:11:34] · Seconded by Council Member Hayford Deliri [1:11:43]

Council Member Coleman Woods presented the recommended appointments of youth commissioners to city advisory boards. Rodrigo Bumin was appointed to the Human Rights Commission and Miranda Hernandez to the Community Services Commission for one-year terms expiring August 31, 2027. The Mayor expressed appreciation for the youth's willingness to serve and noted the importance of their participation.