Roseville City Council — Transcript
Monday, April 6, 2026
Public Concerns on Privacy, Environment, and City Budget
Proclamation for Days of Remembrance
Lake Aaso Water Ski Slalom Course Permit Renewal
Roseville's Draft Climate Equity Action Plan
Rosebrook Park General Park Improvements Contract Award
Falcon Heights Les Bolstad Golf Course Redevelopment Community Advisory Committee Appointment
Public Works, Environment, and Transportation (PWET) Commission Appointment
Consent Agenda Approvals
Closed Session for Real Property Discussion
Votes (8)
Proclamation for Days of Remembrance
Moved by Council member Schroer [00:15:37] · Seconded by Council member Stron [00:15:39]
The Mayor read a proclamation recognizing the week of April 12th through 19th, 2026, as Days of Remembrance for the Holocaust. The proclamation reflected on the moral responsibilities of individuals, societies, and governments, and dedicated the city to principles of individual freedom and a just society.
Lake Aaso Safe Boating Association's request for permit renewal of their water ski slalom course on Lake Aaso
Moved by Council Member Grath [00:19:54] · Seconded by Council Member Bower [00:19:55]
Deputy Chief Joe Adams presented the annual request, noting the course's 50+ year history in the same location with no financial impact on the city. The permit is issued by Ramsey County, but Roseville reviews based on a 1997 policy allowing public comment. Council members raised questions about the necessity of continued annual review given consistent approvals and minimal public engagement, especially as Ramsey County is moving to multi-year permits.
Receive an update and presentation on the draft climate equity action plan for the city of Roseville
Noel Bachan and Ted Redmond presented the draft plan, detailing its alignment with city strategic goals, community engagement process, baseline assessments, and proposed interim (54% GHG reduction by 2036) and long-term (net-zero by 2050) goals across six technical sectors. Council discussion focused on the method of measuring goals (absolute vs. percentage change from base), the financial implications for the city budget and taxpayers, the cost and benefits of EV infrastructure, the long-term environmental costs versus upfront investments, and the importance of engaging diverse demographics in surveys. Public comment expressed support for environmental initiatives like lawn conversion and suggested budget reallocation from police to sustainability.
Consider awarding a contract for some of the general park improvements related to improvements planned at Rosebrook Park this year
Moved by Council member Schroer [01:07:56] · Seconded by Council member Bower [01:08:08]
Park and Recreation Director Matt Johnson presented the final contract for Rosebrook Park improvements. The bid came in $131,000 over anticipated costs, attributed to scope creep from community input and global market volatility. Staff proposed funding the overrun from a combination of Park Dedication Funds and Parks and Recreation Fund reserves. Council discussion focused on the funding source, with some members advocating for using more restricted Park Dedication Funds, while the Mayor raised concerns about using operating reserves for capital projects based on policy, suggesting the Cash Carry Forward fund as an alternative. The splash pad's lifespan was estimated at 20+ years.
Consider making an appointment to the of a Roseville resident to Falcon Heights's Les Bowlstead Golf Course Redevelopment Community Advisory Committee
Moved by Council member Stron [01:12:02] · Seconded by Council member Grath [01:12:04]
City Manager Pat Trojan introduced the item, noting Falcon Heights's request for a Roseville resident on their Community Advisory Committee. The council received 21 applications, and a tally of council preferences was presented. Discussion centered on the qualifications of Julie Grape, highlighted for her ability to ask questions and communicate with the community, stemming from her previous service on the Roseville Library Board.
Consider making an appointment to fill a recent vacancy in the public works environment transportation commission
Moved by Council member Schroer [01:16:59] · Seconded by Council member Stron [01:17:02]
City Manager Pat Trojan explained a recent resignation on the PWET Commission created a vacancy. To avoid waiting until September, an expedited appointment was proposed using the tally from the council's recent interview process. Charles Tedar was presented as a candidate who had received previous support. Discussion included acknowledgment of other strong candidates, but ultimately focused on expedience and previous council preferences.
Consent Agenda
Moved by Council Member Bower [01:24:06] · Seconded by Council Member Schroeder [01:24:08]
The City Manager detailed various items on the consent agenda, including payments, temporary permits and licenses for events and businesses, several city expenditures for contracts and equipment replacement (motor fuel, fire station alerts, parks mower, Zamboni garage door, Oval netting), a final payment for a pavement project, a short-term rental license renewal, and two grant/agreement approvals (Justice Assistance Grant for police equipment and an amended joint powers agreement with the Minnesota BCA for the Violent Crime Reduction Unit). The state's continued full coverage of the detective's salary in the BCA agreement was noted.
Closed Session
Moved by Council member Grath [01:32:00] · Seconded by Council member Schroeder [01:32:02]
The Mayor announced the need for a closed session in accordance with Minnesota State Statutes to consider a potential offer for the purchase or sale of real property, specifically located at 1145 Woodhill Drive. This marked the end of the public and recorded portion of the meeting.
Notable Quotes (13)
in 1997, the Roseville City Council established a policy allowing for public comment anytime there was a permit involving a Roseville lake.
I did want to note that I think this is an item that there was some potential question as to whether we should continue the process that was put in place in 97 given that we haven't had a lot of public comment over the last several years.
The Roseville staff have been phenomenal. They all have been very embracive of the process and the idea and have approached creating ideas and exploring ideas without fear.
I'm always concerned about what it is that we measure um because you end up shooting for that target.
the cost to the city from the budget perspective to do all these things because I would think from, you know, as you know, and it alludes back to the taxpayers and the taxes and of course, you know, us doing the budget every year. It would be very helpful to understand some of these different things.
I think it does make sense to look at how we want to capture sustainability in our in our both our annual budgeting process of our sort of operating costs but then also those long range capital planning
I think I had really encouraged staff as well as our consultants to really look for opportunities to make this a special project.
I'd actually encourage you to use as much park dedication because that's such a restricted area and what you can actually use it for that you can use it for this whereas your reserves is more you can use that for just about anything.
I would be a little concerned about about taking capital funding from that... it would be from a strictly a policy perspective a little more appropriate to look at the cash carry forward fund as opposed to the operating reserves of the park and recreation fund
we received 21, uh, as of the deadline last night of, uh, applications. So, a lot for you to all go through. And as I read through them, a lot of qualified interested persons.
she's good at asking questions and getting information and getting that back to the community. She's done that on the Roseville Library Board and other places.
might be a good time to uh quickly uh appoint somebody otherwise we'd wait till September so they go half the year without another u vacancy filled.
I would love to find her an opportunity to participate because I had a great conversation with her during the interview process.
Ordinances & Resolutions (29)
City policy regarding Flock camera data, deemed inadequate by public commenter.
Cited as evidence of side access for immigration enforcement via Flock camera data.
Proclamation for the week of April 12th through 19th, 2026, honoring Holocaust victims.
Annual permit for Lake Aaso Safe Boating Association issued by Ramsey County, requiring city approval.
Roseville City Council policy governing public comment for permits involving Roseville lakes.
Provided by Lake Aaso Safe Boating Association for permit renewal.
City of Roseville's plan to address climate change and equity, presented for council feedback.
City's strategic plan, with Goal 3 related to sustainability and climate action.
Initial data documentation for the Climate Equity Action Plan.
Part of the Climate Equity Action Plan, identifying climate risks.
Part of the Climate Equity Action Plan, quantifying community and municipal emissions.
Detailed document referenced for tree canopy and impervious surface goals.
Funding source for Rosebrook Park improvements.
City fund used to supplement Rosebrook Park improvements and a point of discussion for funding strategy.
Grant ($213,000) received for Rosebrook Park splash pad and associated improvements.
Issued for the general site work contract for Rosebrook Park improvements.
City fund reserves discussed as a potential funding source for Rosebrook Park overruns.
City policy guiding the use of fund reserves, referenced in discussion about Rosebrook Park funding.
Alternative funding source suggested for Rosebrook Park overruns.
Committee for the Falcon Heights Les Bolstad Golf Course Redevelopment.
Approved for Park View Center School PTSA and IUOE Local 49.
Approved for Rotary Club of Roseville for Taste of Rosefest.
Approved for Colorme Mine Roseville.
Approved expenditure, locked in early February.
Approved final payment to North Valley Incorporated.
Approved renewal for 419 Judith Avenue.
Approved application for $14,255 to purchase police safety equipment.
Approved regarding the violent crime reduction unit, with the state covering detective salary.
Statute allowing for closed session to consider real property offers.