1 00:00:04,080 --> 00:00:09,880 Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. It is now 5:30. 2 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:13,880 And I will call this regular meeting of the Burnsville City Council to order. 3 00:00:14,080 --> 00:00:21,400 It is our tradition to stand for a moment of silence followed by the Pledge 4 00:00:18,800 --> 00:00:23,760 of Allegiance, and we invite you to join us. 5 00:00:48,960 --> 00:00:57,000 I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, 6 00:00:54,120 --> 00:01:04,480 and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with 7 00:01:00,680 --> 00:01:04,480 liberty and justice for all. 8 00:01:05,500 --> 00:01:07,520 » [clears throat] 9 00:01:08,840 --> 00:01:18,280 » Good evening, everyone, and welcome. It's good to see all of you in person. 10 00:01:14,440 --> 00:01:20,600 Um the public can also attend um 11 00:01:18,840 --> 00:01:26,840 virtually or choose to watch us on um 12 00:01:23,840 --> 00:01:26,840 burnsvillemn.gov/meetings 13 00:01:26,880 --> 00:01:38,920 or Comcast Channel 16 or 859. The public can also join and participate through 14 00:01:33,560 --> 00:01:38,920 Zoom by joining us at zoom.us/join. 15 00:01:39,080 --> 00:01:46,840 More information is available on our meetings webpage. 16 00:01:43,400 --> 00:01:46,840 Uh K 17 00:01:47,000 --> 00:01:51,800 Somebody probably leaned up against the uh 18 00:01:51,160 --> 00:01:54,360 Okay. >> Yeah, there we go. 19 00:01:52,960 --> 00:01:57,680 » There you go. So 20 00:01:55,440 --> 00:02:01,200 we just had a blackout for all of you who are watching, but uh uh 21 00:02:00,360 --> 00:02:05,640 » Yeah, blueout, there you go. >> Yeah. But uh 22 00:02:03,000 --> 00:02:11,880 we got we got the lights back on. So, but um you can also find uh all the 23 00:02:08,679 --> 00:02:16,480 information in our meetings webpage, and that is in the council agenda packet. 24 00:02:14,400 --> 00:02:20,400 So, thank you everybody for being here. This is wonderful. 25 00:02:18,240 --> 00:02:25,560 The first item on the agenda is our announcements, and this is an exciting 26 00:02:23,720 --> 00:02:29,160 evening for us. Well, 27 00:02:27,040 --> 00:02:32,600 it's exciting, but it's bittersweet. But, I'll get to 28 00:02:31,520 --> 00:02:37,040 that. Uh but our announcements have to do with 29 00:02:34,880 --> 00:02:42,280 all of our upcoming meetings. Regular council meetings are scheduled for 30 00:02:38,560 --> 00:02:47,640 Tuesday, June 2nd at 5:30 p.m. and Tuesday, June 16th at 5:30 p.m. 31 00:02:45,760 --> 00:02:51,611 We have a work session that's scheduled for Tuesday, June 9th at 5:30 p.m. 32 00:02:51,440 --> 00:02:53,800 Uh >> [snorts] 33 00:02:51,760 --> 00:02:58,000 » a special work session uh for the 34 00:02:55,400 --> 00:03:02,720 um interviews for our boards and commission, 35 00:02:59,840 --> 00:03:06,920 and that's on Tuesday, May 26th at 5:30 p.m. 36 00:03:03,959 --> 00:03:10,840 And another special work session uh to interview members for boards and 37 00:03:09,120 --> 00:03:17,680 commission, and that's Thursday, May 28th at 5:30 p.m. So, these interviews 38 00:03:14,400 --> 00:03:23,360 are going to be in conference room D. But, all meetings of the City Council 39 00:03:19,760 --> 00:03:28,320 are here in the council chambers, unless I say that it's going to be at a 40 00:03:25,480 --> 00:03:32,160 different location. So, this evening 41 00:03:32,519 --> 00:03:40,720 it is our great pleasure to recognize the service of our police chief, Tanya 42 00:03:38,040 --> 00:03:40,720 Schwartz. 43 00:03:41,840 --> 00:03:47,080 » Madam Mayor, members of the council. Uh everyone, thank you for joining us 44 00:03:45,160 --> 00:03:51,400 tonight. Uh my name is Greg Lindberg, city manager here in Burnsville. 45 00:03:49,560 --> 00:03:55,920 Tonight, we recognize Chief Tanya Schwartz for her dedicated service to 46 00:03:54,520 --> 00:04:00,600 our community. Tanya's impact, as you all very well 47 00:03:58,200 --> 00:04:05,360 know, will not only be measured by her accomplishments or the years she served 48 00:04:03,120 --> 00:04:09,920 this community, but by the trust that she's built, the people that she's cared 49 00:04:07,880 --> 00:04:15,440 for, and the example that she leaves behind for others who choose a life of 50 00:04:12,640 --> 00:04:15,440 public service. 51 00:04:16,600 --> 00:04:24,320 For 31 years, Tanya has led with compassion, professionalism, and an 52 00:04:21,640 --> 00:04:29,560 unwavering commitment to people. She became the city's seventh police 53 00:04:26,400 --> 00:04:34,520 chief in 2019, following a career with us, where she started as a community 54 00:04:31,760 --> 00:04:39,400 service officer, then a police officer, a sergeant, and a captain. 55 00:04:37,400 --> 00:04:44,760 Throughout her career, especially during her time as chief, Tanya has shaped the 56 00:04:42,440 --> 00:04:48,858 police department with a culture of care that now defines community-oriented 57 00:04:46,800 --> 00:04:51,880 policing here in Burnsville. >> [clears throat] 58 00:04:50,080 --> 00:04:55,680 » Tanya has been the right leader at the right time. 59 00:04:53,600 --> 00:04:58,800 She's led with steadiness during challenges, 60 00:04:57,560 --> 00:05:02,440 heart during the most difficult of times, 61 00:05:02,919 --> 00:05:09,280 and most importantly, humanity in all she's done. 62 00:05:07,760 --> 00:05:15,480 Tanya has led with care, with an emphasis on well-being, 63 00:05:11,400 --> 00:05:20,240 and clear expectation of excellence. Most importantly, she never forgets the 64 00:05:17,880 --> 00:05:26,480 people behind the badge and the human experience across our community. 65 00:05:23,960 --> 00:05:30,800 On a personal note, not many city managers have the 66 00:05:27,960 --> 00:05:33,800 privilege of also calling their police chief a friend. 67 00:05:34,440 --> 00:05:40,280 I'm grateful for that relationship and the trust that it represents. 68 00:05:41,720 --> 00:05:46,160 Tanya, tonight, on behalf of the city of Burnsville, 69 00:05:45,160 --> 00:05:50,760 excuse [clears throat] me, thank you for your leadership, your service, and your 70 00:05:48,400 --> 00:05:56,160 commitment to our community. There's no greater honor than spending your life in 71 00:05:53,640 --> 00:06:00,320 service to others. You leave this community a better place 72 00:05:58,320 --> 00:06:05,000 than you found it. We will miss you, and we're excited for 73 00:06:02,240 --> 00:06:05,000 your next chapter. 74 00:06:06,804 --> 00:06:08,824 » [applause] 75 00:06:11,389 --> 00:06:13,409 [applause] 76 00:06:15,960 --> 00:06:23,960 » Thank you, Greg. We are honored to celebrate the 77 00:06:21,000 --> 00:06:28,320 distinguished service of Police Chief Tonia Schwartz, my friend. 78 00:06:28,520 --> 00:06:37,040 As Chief Schwartz began her career as community service 79 00:06:32,919 --> 00:06:37,040 officer in 1995, 80 00:06:37,080 --> 00:06:44,880 I was sworn in as mayor. And that's where our paths crossed. 81 00:06:43,080 --> 00:06:51,480 And it has been an amazing journey to travel with you. 82 00:06:48,760 --> 00:06:57,680 Over the years, I have witnessed her develop into an 83 00:06:54,600 --> 00:07:03,600 exceptional leader. One defined by professionalism, 84 00:07:01,960 --> 00:07:08,440 integrity, and a deep commitment to the well-being 85 00:07:06,760 --> 00:07:13,800 of both our community and the officers who serve 86 00:07:12,080 --> 00:07:17,520 it. Chief Schwartz 87 00:07:15,440 --> 00:07:22,080 has been instrumental in shaping a department culture 88 00:07:20,160 --> 00:07:26,280 that balances enforcement of law 89 00:07:24,320 --> 00:07:31,480 with care, dignity, 90 00:07:28,040 --> 00:07:35,880 and respect for every individual. Her leadership advanced a model of 91 00:07:33,440 --> 00:07:41,560 policing and values humanity at every turn. 92 00:07:39,800 --> 00:07:47,000 Her leadership was especially evident 93 00:07:44,280 --> 00:07:52,080 on February 18th when our city endured an unimaginable 94 00:07:50,080 --> 00:07:56,160 tragedy in the face 95 00:07:53,680 --> 00:08:02,160 of profound loss Chief Schwartz guided the department 96 00:07:59,840 --> 00:08:07,360 with steadiness and unwavering care 97 00:08:04,600 --> 00:08:11,880 for her officers staff 98 00:08:08,800 --> 00:08:17,480 and the families affected. Her actions during that time exemplified 99 00:08:15,400 --> 00:08:22,280 the highest standard of public service. 100 00:08:20,280 --> 00:08:27,000 Chief Schwartz on behalf of myself 101 00:08:24,640 --> 00:08:33,360 the city council members the residents of Burnsville 102 00:08:29,360 --> 00:08:40,880 we extend our deepest gratitude for your 31 years of dedicated service. 103 00:08:38,400 --> 00:08:45,160 Your legacy of compassion resilience 104 00:08:42,440 --> 00:08:49,880 and community-centered leadership will continue to shape the city for 105 00:08:47,720 --> 00:08:53,960 years to come. And at this time I would like the 106 00:08:51,640 --> 00:08:57,120 members of the council if you would join me here, please. 107 00:08:59,071 --> 00:09:01,091 » [cough and clears throat] 108 00:09:01,839 --> 00:09:07,480 » Chief Schwartz throughout tonight's 109 00:09:05,880 --> 00:09:13,160 program we have heard so many reflections 110 00:09:10,920 --> 00:09:17,200 on the lasting impact you have had on this community 111 00:09:15,240 --> 00:09:23,880 and on the many people who have had the privilege to serve alongside you. 112 00:09:21,400 --> 00:09:28,160 Well, tonight is a celebration of your retirement and extraordinary 113 00:09:26,560 --> 00:09:33,400 career there is one additional recognition 114 00:09:31,640 --> 00:09:36,160 we have kept a secret. 115 00:09:38,080 --> 00:09:44,720 There are individuals whose contributions leave a permanent 116 00:09:43,360 --> 00:09:49,240 mark on a community. 117 00:09:46,680 --> 00:09:52,880 Individuals whose leadership, service, 118 00:09:50,720 --> 00:09:57,600 and character shape not only an organization, 119 00:09:54,640 --> 00:10:02,040 but the people and community around them. 120 00:09:59,360 --> 00:10:07,800 The key to the city is the highest honor 121 00:10:04,440 --> 00:10:11,040 the city council can bestow. It is reserved for those whose 122 00:10:09,400 --> 00:10:15,080 dedication and impact have been truly 123 00:10:12,680 --> 00:10:20,080 extraordinary. Tonight, we are so proud 124 00:10:17,680 --> 00:10:25,920 to present the key to you for your dedication, service 125 00:10:23,080 --> 00:10:30,520 to the Burnsville Police Department and the city of Burnsville. 126 00:10:28,800 --> 00:10:36,880 And at this time, I want to read the proclamation that you will also receive. 127 00:10:34,680 --> 00:10:42,680 And that is This proclamation commends Chief 128 00:10:40,120 --> 00:10:45,480 Tanya Schwartz for 31 years of dedicated service to the city of Burnsville. 129 00:10:45,182 --> 00:10:50,680 » [clears throat] >> Whereas, Chief Tanya Schwartz has 130 00:10:47,960 --> 00:10:57,160 faithfully served the city of Burnsville and the Burnsville Police Department for 131 00:10:52,520 --> 00:11:02,600 31 years, beginning her career in 1995 as a community service officer and 132 00:10:59,560 --> 00:11:07,040 advancing through the ranks to become Burnsville's seventh police chief. 133 00:11:05,960 --> 00:11:11,320 And whereas, throughout her distinguished career, 134 00:11:08,960 --> 00:11:15,320 Chief Schwartz has demonstrated exceptional leadership, 135 00:11:13,640 --> 00:11:18,600 professionalism, integrity, 136 00:11:17,000 --> 00:11:23,080 and compassion while strengthening the department's 137 00:11:20,960 --> 00:11:27,040 commitment to community-oriented policing, [clears throat] 138 00:11:24,920 --> 00:11:28,480 officer wellness, training, 139 00:11:28,412 --> 00:11:32,680 » [snorts] >> and public service. 140 00:11:30,280 --> 00:11:37,760 And whereas, Chief Schwartz has led the department and community through both 141 00:11:34,880 --> 00:11:42,080 challenge and tragedy with remarkable steadiness and humanity. 142 00:11:40,800 --> 00:11:47,520 Always [snorts] remaining committed to the safety and 143 00:11:44,520 --> 00:11:53,480 well-being of both the community and the people behind the badge. 144 00:11:50,880 --> 00:11:58,400 And whereas Chief Schwartz leadership, character, and dedication have left a 145 00:11:55,760 --> 00:12:02,480 lasting impact on the city of Burnsville, the Burnsville Police 146 00:12:00,720 --> 00:12:06,480 Department, and the countless individuals she has served throughout 147 00:12:04,800 --> 00:12:11,240 her career. And whereas in recognition of her 148 00:12:08,520 --> 00:12:14,800 extraordinary service and enduring contribution 149 00:12:12,760 --> 00:12:19,720 to the Burnsville community, the Burnsville City Council wishes to 150 00:12:16,600 --> 00:12:24,640 bestow upon Chief Tanya Schwartz the key to the city, 151 00:12:21,040 --> 00:12:30,880 the highest honor the city can confer. Now therefore, the Burnsville City 152 00:12:27,080 --> 00:12:35,080 Council, on behalf of our city staff, residents, 153 00:12:32,400 --> 00:12:41,120 businesses, and the entire Burnsville community hereby expresses its deepest 154 00:12:38,320 --> 00:12:45,320 gratitude and appreciation 155 00:12:43,160 --> 00:12:51,080 to Chief Tanya Schwartz for her dedicated service, 156 00:12:47,760 --> 00:12:55,680 leadership, and unwavering commitment to the city of Burnsville. 157 00:12:52,880 --> 00:13:02,560 We congratulate her on her retirement and extend our best 158 00:12:59,120 --> 00:13:09,320 wishes in the years ahead. Proclaim this 19th day of May, 2026. 159 00:13:06,960 --> 00:13:11,959 And Chief Schwartz, if you would come, please. 160 00:13:09,939 --> 00:13:11,959 » [applause] 161 00:13:19,764 --> 00:13:21,784 [applause] 162 00:13:24,349 --> 00:13:28,720 [applause] >> And then 163 00:13:30,899 --> 00:13:32,919 » [snorts] 164 00:13:36,520 --> 00:13:41,720 » Okay. >> And to everyone, 165 00:13:38,800 --> 00:13:48,760 please be patient with us with us. We're going to take some photos. And um so you 166 00:13:45,040 --> 00:13:52,640 bring your your awards. And uh yes. Um 167 00:13:50,880 --> 00:13:55,000 » Chief Schwartz, I would like to say a couple 168 00:13:52,880 --> 00:13:58,600 » Yes. And then uh if um >> members [snorts] of the council would 169 00:13:55,960 --> 00:14:02,400 like to say a few words too. Um 170 00:14:00,680 --> 00:14:05,800 Key to the city, I just I mean, I don't even know what to say to that. 171 00:14:04,760 --> 00:14:11,280 » What is it? A lock? >> I don't know. I'm going to find out. 172 00:14:09,720 --> 00:14:15,760 Um Thank you so much, Mayor and City 173 00:14:13,800 --> 00:14:18,600 Council, City Manager Lindberg, our community, 174 00:14:18,680 --> 00:14:25,960 all of our police officers and our fire fighters who are here and just everyone. 175 00:14:24,440 --> 00:14:30,760 Just Those are really heartfelt comments. That means a lot to me. 176 00:14:28,200 --> 00:14:33,280 And I wasn't supposed to cry, so but once you get the key to the city, I 177 00:14:32,080 --> 00:14:37,640 don't know if something happens and you just kind of lose it. But 178 00:14:35,120 --> 00:14:41,920 um reflecting on 31 years of law enforcement service has been emotional 179 00:14:40,440 --> 00:14:45,160 for sure. Uh it's been an incredible honor to 180 00:14:43,600 --> 00:14:49,920 serve Burnsville Police Department and this community um at every rank from 181 00:14:47,640 --> 00:14:54,000 community service officer to chief. And I'm just incredibly grateful to all of 182 00:14:51,560 --> 00:14:57,800 you, all of you here today. And just all the people who believed in 183 00:14:55,520 --> 00:15:02,320 me and supported in me supported me and and and allowed me the chance to lead 184 00:15:00,160 --> 00:15:07,960 and to do these things. I want to thank my family. 185 00:15:04,800 --> 00:15:10,800 Being a wife and a mom and a sister, a daughter-in-law, 186 00:15:11,240 --> 00:15:16,440 a Monty, >> [laughter] 187 00:15:13,760 --> 00:15:21,400 » a great auntie now. Uh those are the roles that mean just the most to me. And 188 00:15:20,940 --> 00:15:27,040 » [snorts] >> I'm excited. I'm just very excited to 189 00:15:24,880 --> 00:15:31,960 enjoy the time that I'm going to have in retirement with them. 190 00:15:29,480 --> 00:15:36,920 My husband Tom, my sons Jack and Ryan, they've lived this career with me. All 191 00:15:34,000 --> 00:15:39,960 of our officers, our public safety teams know 192 00:15:38,080 --> 00:15:44,120 how hard that can be and they grounded me when things were 193 00:15:42,400 --> 00:15:49,480 feeling overwhelming. And every accomplishment was built with 194 00:15:46,440 --> 00:15:53,160 hard work, but also on their love and their sacrifices that they made. So Tom, 195 00:15:51,440 --> 00:15:57,360 thank you for standing by my side, quite literally, 196 00:15:55,000 --> 00:16:01,840 [laughter] all the time and especially these last couple of years and just 197 00:15:58,920 --> 00:16:06,440 protecting me, protecting my peace, and just helping me stay centered. 198 00:16:04,280 --> 00:16:08,800 That's not easy to do. Um 199 00:16:07,080 --> 00:16:14,240 the chief of staff at home has a lot of work to do. So, it's not easy. 200 00:16:12,240 --> 00:16:17,360 Um and thank you, Mayor and Council, City Manager Lindberg, the city 201 00:16:15,720 --> 00:16:22,120 leadership team for your trust, your partnership, your support for increasing 202 00:16:20,560 --> 00:16:26,600 staffing, wellness, behavioral health, Duke, Doc, 203 00:16:24,520 --> 00:16:31,280 all the tools and equipment that keep our team safe have truly made a 204 00:16:28,280 --> 00:16:37,040 difference in our community because the investment that you have all made in our 205 00:16:34,160 --> 00:16:42,360 police officers means that they are best suited to care even more and better for 206 00:16:39,440 --> 00:16:45,960 our community. So, I'm proud of our work together. I also want to thank you for 207 00:16:44,360 --> 00:16:50,520 your unwavering support during the devastating loss of Officers Matthew 208 00:16:48,040 --> 00:16:54,720 Ruge, Paul Amstrand, and Firefighter Paramedic Adam Finseth. 209 00:16:52,839 --> 00:16:57,520 Losing them was heartbreaking for all of us. 210 00:16:55,760 --> 00:17:03,240 You took care of our fallen families, our department, me, the community 211 00:17:00,320 --> 00:17:07,280 throughout unimaginable grief, and we have honored their their selfless 212 00:17:05,040 --> 00:17:11,920 sacrifice and their legacy will live on forever at the Burnsville Police 213 00:17:08,959 --> 00:17:15,319 Department. So, I'm really proud of all that we've accomplished together, all 214 00:17:13,720 --> 00:17:18,600 that we've done to amplify Burnsville Police Department's culture of 215 00:17:16,400 --> 00:17:23,319 excellence. We've done that. I'm going to miss doing that work together, but 216 00:17:21,079 --> 00:17:26,839 and it's going to be a big change uh not coming in seeing my Burnsville Police 217 00:17:25,079 --> 00:17:30,600 Department family uh on a regular basis, but I'm very 218 00:17:28,960 --> 00:17:36,040 excited. I'm very excited about retirement. I'm happy to just live life 219 00:17:33,360 --> 00:17:39,880 and have more time with my family and uh my most favorite people who uh many are 220 00:17:38,280 --> 00:17:44,400 here right in front of me here today. So, I look forward to that. 221 00:17:42,000 --> 00:17:49,160 And I'm moving into retirement with absolute confidence in our next police 222 00:17:46,480 --> 00:17:53,120 chief, Matt Smith. Matt and our entire police command staff, they embody a deep 223 00:17:51,160 --> 00:17:58,320 commitment to our police teams, our sworn teams, our non-sworn teams, our 224 00:17:55,520 --> 00:18:01,960 community, our culture. And I know together working alongside all of our 225 00:18:00,320 --> 00:18:05,440 exceptional police officers and our police teams that they are going to 226 00:18:03,120 --> 00:18:09,480 continue to elevate and move Burnsville Police Department forward with strength 227 00:18:07,560 --> 00:18:12,720 and heart and purpose. So, thank you so much for allowing me 228 00:18:11,000 --> 00:18:16,240 this privilege to serve Burnsville Police Department and this community 229 00:18:14,320 --> 00:18:18,800 with all of you. I thank you so very much. 230 00:18:19,102 --> 00:18:21,122 » [applause] 231 00:18:23,687 --> 00:18:25,707 [applause] 232 00:18:30,480 --> 00:18:33,800 » Okay. All right. 233 00:18:32,640 --> 00:18:38,160 All right. We're going to So, we're going to now take uh take photos. So, if 234 00:18:36,880 --> 00:18:42,040 you'll and bring your keys. 235 00:18:39,040 --> 00:18:46,360 » my keys? Oh, yeah. Bring your keys. >> Okay. And 236 00:18:44,360 --> 00:18:51,240 So, can we have um Chief Schwartz's leadership um 237 00:18:48,960 --> 00:18:55,080 Chief [snorts] Matt and um 238 00:18:52,040 --> 00:18:55,080 » Any command staff? 239 00:19:00,000 --> 00:19:04,680 » Yeah. And then uh let's see. So, 240 00:19:10,000 --> 00:19:17,280 So, you want this side. It's great. 241 00:19:14,560 --> 00:19:19,880 Okay, and then um Please state 242 00:19:20,560 --> 00:19:22,680 Yeah. 243 00:19:24,080 --> 00:19:28,360 with the other team. I think that's It 244 00:19:26,720 --> 00:19:32,240 um Captain 245 00:19:29,400 --> 00:19:32,240 » Chris Wickland 246 00:19:32,463 --> 00:19:36,840 » [laughter] >> I think we have everybody. Do we have 247 00:19:35,840 --> 00:19:39,080 everybody? >> Where is the 248 00:19:38,440 --> 00:19:41,040 » Captain >> I'm Lieutenant Olsen. 249 00:19:40,000 --> 00:19:43,200 » Okay. Okay. 250 00:19:42,080 --> 00:19:45,400 » So you're ready? >> Yeah. 251 00:19:58,080 --> 00:20:05,440 » Okay, this next one now uh is uh 252 00:20:02,840 --> 00:20:10,760 if we could have uh the the leadership team. And so if you'd be in the back 253 00:20:08,880 --> 00:20:15,080 No, no, you can >> You bring your room there. 254 00:20:12,680 --> 00:20:15,080 » What's your name? 255 00:20:16,800 --> 00:20:20,400 » Yeah, these are all the people >> I just heard the word shipping. She's 256 00:20:19,080 --> 00:20:24,320 here to You want to get the better 257 00:20:21,200 --> 00:20:24,320 » Oh, it's a violation. 258 00:20:25,840 --> 00:20:29,520 » Come on in and stand and secure your location. 259 00:20:28,920 --> 00:20:31,640 » Yeah. >> Yeah. 260 00:20:30,280 --> 00:20:33,920 » I'm going to move this chair right here. >> Stand and secure. 261 00:20:32,760 --> 00:20:35,480 » I got a name >> Okay. 262 00:20:35,344 --> 00:20:38,400 » [clears throat] >> You bounce it right there next to 263 00:20:37,560 --> 00:20:42,440 » Here, Wilson. >> Kevin, create a little space for them. 264 00:20:40,000 --> 00:20:42,440 » Okay. 265 00:20:42,680 --> 00:20:45,480 » Yep. >> Thank you. 266 00:20:45,920 --> 00:20:49,840 » It was good that you felt connected. >> All right, great. 267 00:20:52,320 --> 00:20:55,440 » Get to the better side. 268 00:20:59,520 --> 00:21:05,480 » Okay. We're going to step away and uh 269 00:21:03,440 --> 00:21:09,600 the chief and her whole team, so all of the officers, so we're going to step 270 00:21:07,080 --> 00:21:09,600 away. 271 00:21:16,440 --> 00:21:22,880 » Want some back or in front? >> So, leave it to the ones who are not in 272 00:21:20,720 --> 00:21:25,320 uniform. Come on. 273 00:21:28,200 --> 00:21:32,760 And you [clears throat] can also be in the back. 274 00:21:31,120 --> 00:21:36,360 So, we got Some of them in the 275 00:21:34,200 --> 00:21:36,360 back. 276 00:21:53,200 --> 00:21:57,160 Should we um >> So, what we can do is we can do it like 277 00:21:55,840 --> 00:21:59,200 » Yeah, I know. It's going to make us look good. 278 00:22:04,320 --> 00:22:06,920 » They won't be able to see. 279 00:22:12,285 --> 00:22:14,305 » [laughter] 280 00:22:15,400 --> 00:22:20,360 » Yeah, I know. We got got those two, yeah. 281 00:22:31,360 --> 00:22:36,720 Okay. Now, we want one of the chief and her family. 282 00:22:43,600 --> 00:22:47,040 Give the proclamation to come. 283 00:22:58,680 --> 00:23:00,840 » Yeah. 284 00:23:04,240 --> 00:23:06,760 You look like you're 285 00:24:17,400 --> 00:24:26,561 » So, the next item on our agenda is military appreciation week 286 00:24:22,840 --> 00:24:27,880 honoring students serving their country. >> [snorts] 287 00:24:26,720 --> 00:24:33,840 » And our greatest gratitude and appreciation 288 00:24:31,200 --> 00:24:38,920 to Mike and Nancy Huddleston uh for the work that they do in support 289 00:24:37,680 --> 00:24:43,200 of our Yellow Ribbon. 290 00:24:40,640 --> 00:24:48,440 And this proclamation is going to be awarded to them. 291 00:24:46,080 --> 00:24:53,560 Whereas the United States military supports the freedom upon which our 292 00:24:51,240 --> 00:24:58,002 country was founded and entering in the military is a noble 293 00:24:56,000 --> 00:25:02,440 and important career choice. >> [snorts] 294 00:24:58,720 --> 00:25:06,160 » Over 2.8 million people serve in the active and reserve branches of the 295 00:25:04,520 --> 00:25:09,360 military. And whereas the Burnsville Beyond the 296 00:25:08,040 --> 00:25:15,520 Yellow Ribbon organization is a non-profit volunteer 297 00:25:12,160 --> 00:25:19,240 organization dedicated to supporting our nation's military. 298 00:25:17,680 --> 00:25:26,680 And whereas the Glenn C. Turner VFW Post 5833 299 00:25:24,680 --> 00:25:32,160 is a non-profit veteran service organization that supports veterans, 300 00:25:30,440 --> 00:25:36,080 service members, and their families. 301 00:25:34,440 --> 00:25:40,800 And whereas the Burnsville American Legion Post 302 00:25:38,400 --> 00:25:46,120 1700 provides community and youth programs 303 00:25:43,840 --> 00:25:53,160 and strengthens services for those who have served in the US Armed Forces. 304 00:25:50,480 --> 00:25:58,440 And whereas the Burnsville and Savage service organization and educational 305 00:25:56,720 --> 00:26:03,800 communities have partnered with the Burnsville Beyond the Yellow Ribbon 306 00:26:00,680 --> 00:26:07,320 organization since 2016 to honor students who have made a 307 00:26:05,840 --> 00:26:12,800 commitment to enter military service. 308 00:26:09,920 --> 00:26:17,400 Now therefore, I Elizabeth Coughs, mayor of the city of Burnsville, on behalf of 309 00:26:14,800 --> 00:26:24,080 the city council, hereby proclaim May 18th through the 22nd, 2026 310 00:26:21,360 --> 00:26:30,240 as Military Appreciation Week with a special emphasis on students who have 311 00:26:27,120 --> 00:26:35,240 selected careers in the military. And urge my fellow citizens 312 00:26:33,000 --> 00:26:37,480 to observe this period by thanking young people 313 00:26:36,480 --> 00:26:39,640 in our community [clears throat] who have chosen to enter 314 00:26:39,528 --> 00:26:44,200 » [snorts] >> the military profession in support of 315 00:26:42,680 --> 00:26:48,680 our freedom, safety, 316 00:26:45,680 --> 00:26:56,480 comfort, and quality of life. Proclaim this 19th day of May, 2026. 317 00:26:53,520 --> 00:27:03,480 And it is my deep honor and pleasure to present this proclamation to 318 00:26:59,840 --> 00:27:09,160 Mike and Nancy Huddleston and to thank them for their service 319 00:27:06,840 --> 00:27:13,160 not only in the military but also 320 00:27:11,000 --> 00:27:16,920 for being the coordinator of our Yellow Ribbon. 321 00:27:14,200 --> 00:27:22,400 Thank you so much. You have made a great difference in our community and in the 322 00:27:19,600 --> 00:27:27,040 lives of our active and also inactive veterans in our 323 00:27:24,840 --> 00:27:28,720 community. Thank you so much for your service. 324 00:27:27,680 --> 00:27:32,638 » Thanks. Thank you. >> Yeah. 325 00:27:30,618 --> 00:27:32,638 » [applause] 326 00:27:36,514 --> 00:27:38,534 [applause] 327 00:27:43,880 --> 00:27:48,840 » Okay. Yeah. 328 00:27:46,880 --> 00:27:52,920 Okay. Now we're going to have a big ceremony with 329 00:27:50,640 --> 00:27:55,509 a lot of students, so and a lot of pictures, also. 330 00:27:53,960 --> 00:28:00,240 » Okay. >> [snorts and clears throat] 331 00:27:57,360 --> 00:28:03,520 » Well, I can't start until where's Vince? Did he sneak [snorts] off already? 332 00:28:02,360 --> 00:28:06,440 » He has a baseball [clears throat] game to coach. 333 00:28:05,240 --> 00:28:11,884 » Okay. So, all in favor of Vince doing those 334 00:28:08,800 --> 00:28:13,480 three jobs, say I. >> [laughter] 335 00:28:13,194 --> 00:28:17,320 [sighs] >> Anyways, 336 00:28:15,280 --> 00:28:22,600 uh if you're family member for this event, come on in 337 00:28:19,440 --> 00:28:26,320 and uh and welcome. And 338 00:28:24,000 --> 00:28:28,840 uh we will get started here in just a second. 339 00:28:32,720 --> 00:28:38,040 Okay. So, welcome guests. Good evening. My 340 00:28:35,640 --> 00:28:42,120 name is Mike Huddleston and I am the volunteer coordinator for the Burnsville 341 00:28:40,200 --> 00:28:47,800 Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. We have come up uh here 342 00:28:45,120 --> 00:28:51,880 uh before the City Council every year since 2016 343 00:28:50,040 --> 00:28:57,960 to thank students for serving our community, our state, and our country by 344 00:28:55,400 --> 00:29:02,400 choosing to serve in the military. To date, 345 00:28:59,640 --> 00:29:09,160 uh we have recognized uh approximately 136 students over the last uh 346 00:29:05,920 --> 00:29:16,920 10 years. And this year we have, I think, 14 14 that we're recognizing uh 347 00:29:14,200 --> 00:29:22,040 uh tonight. All those students are here with us tonight. I'd like to begin by 348 00:29:20,040 --> 00:29:26,680 thanking the students. Uh military service instills 349 00:29:24,760 --> 00:29:32,200 responsibility, dependability, and loyalty. You will 350 00:29:29,360 --> 00:29:38,760 cultivate your leadership skills, get to know yourself better, acquire resiliency 351 00:29:36,080 --> 00:29:44,080 you never knew you had, and above all, you will build a stronger character. 352 00:29:41,880 --> 00:29:48,440 Parents and family members, thank you for trusting us to take care 353 00:29:46,560 --> 00:29:54,920 of your loved ones. We know it's hard to let them go into a 354 00:29:51,560 --> 00:30:01,270 career that may put them in harm's way. Thank you for your love and support 355 00:29:57,320 --> 00:30:03,480 because it means the world to them. >> [clears throat] 356 00:30:01,480 --> 00:30:11,040 » We wouldn't be here tonight without the City of Burnsville, which became a 357 00:30:06,920 --> 00:30:15,025 Yellow Ribbon uh City in 2013. I think that's when you Valen told me, 358 00:30:13,240 --> 00:30:19,280 too. >> [laughter] 359 00:30:16,440 --> 00:30:24,240 » We appreciate the help and support of the city to make sure Burnsville Yellow 360 00:30:21,640 --> 00:30:30,400 Ribbons mission is carried out for veterans, military members, and their 361 00:30:27,040 --> 00:30:35,000 family uh families before, during, and after deployments. 362 00:30:32,440 --> 00:30:41,720 I'd like to thank the many organizations in the audience, the Burnsville VFW, 363 00:30:39,000 --> 00:30:46,520 Two Eagles Marine Detachment, Burnsville-Eagan-Savage 364 00:30:43,480 --> 00:30:52,920 School District 191, Burnsville Savage Lions Club, 365 00:30:50,040 --> 00:30:56,160 Dakota County Veteran Services, recruiters from each branch of the 366 00:30:54,760 --> 00:31:01,480 service, plus leaders and elected representatives 367 00:30:58,480 --> 00:31:06,040 from the city of Burnsville and Savage and businesses in our community. 368 00:31:03,880 --> 00:31:10,880 They are an integral part of our Yellow Ribbon Network and help us do our job. 369 00:31:09,440 --> 00:31:14,160 Now, let's get to the formal recognition. 370 00:31:12,760 --> 00:31:19,840 Tonight, as a small gesture of our gratitude for 371 00:31:17,280 --> 00:31:24,480 your career choice to serve in our nation, Burnsville Beyond the Yellow 372 00:31:21,920 --> 00:31:29,680 Ribbon is presenting each of you with a Target gift card 373 00:31:26,760 --> 00:31:36,040 that we hope will help you purchase needed items at your next duty station. 374 00:31:33,840 --> 00:31:41,960 You will also find a few other things in the gift bag to include a chocolate bar 375 00:31:39,680 --> 00:31:47,120 to remind you of those who came before you and got a John Wayne bar and the C 376 00:31:45,760 --> 00:31:50,840 rations. Some of the older guys remember the C 377 00:31:49,520 --> 00:31:56,200 rations. And a protein bar, which serves as an 378 00:31:53,480 --> 00:32:01,320 example of the new military and what's available in the MREs. 379 00:31:59,120 --> 00:32:06,040 There is also a red, white, and blue honor cord 380 00:32:03,000 --> 00:32:10,760 that is designed to be worn at graduation with your cap and gown. And 381 00:32:08,880 --> 00:32:15,160 the principals here tonight and they're able to wear it, right? 382 00:32:13,600 --> 00:32:20,360 There you go. As he gives me a thumbs up. So, you can wear it at your 383 00:32:17,560 --> 00:32:25,400 graduation, which is what? 31? May, right? Yeah. 384 00:32:23,360 --> 00:32:30,240 I will also be giving a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon challenge coin when I 385 00:32:27,960 --> 00:32:36,520 shake your hand. A challenge coin is a small medallion coin adorned with the 386 00:32:33,600 --> 00:32:41,280 emblem or insignia of the presenting organization. The coins are a symbol of 387 00:32:39,680 --> 00:32:44,920 membership, belonging, and camaraderie. More 388 00:32:43,712 --> 00:32:50,080 [snorts] importantly, the coins acknowledge your achievements, 389 00:32:47,000 --> 00:32:55,640 dedication, and exemplary service, and serve as a reminder and appreciation and 390 00:32:52,400 --> 00:33:00,440 respect of your peers and superiors. It is a great honor that I am happy to 391 00:32:57,920 --> 00:33:04,960 bestow on you tonight when you come forward. 392 00:33:02,040 --> 00:33:08,760 Before we call your names, I'd like to call forward the mayor's already here. 393 00:33:07,680 --> 00:33:12,280 Uh the mayor elect 394 00:33:13,680 --> 00:33:20,360 Yep, is here. I forgot her name last year, so last 395 00:33:18,160 --> 00:33:24,000 year I says, "What's her name? Can she come forward?" But that's not her name. 396 00:33:23,013 --> 00:33:27,240 » [laughter] >> Um 397 00:33:25,200 --> 00:33:33,760 and uh uh to help the mayor and uh VFW 398 00:33:31,000 --> 00:33:37,920 Commander Bob Gunderson to help hand out the US flags donated by the Burnsville 399 00:33:36,800 --> 00:33:41,560 beyond the uh Burnsville VFW. 400 00:33:40,698 --> 00:33:47,400 » [clears throat] >> Oh, at the end uh after we are finished 401 00:33:44,480 --> 00:33:51,680 here, everyone is invited to join us at uh for refreshments 402 00:33:49,120 --> 00:33:54,600 and and food in a meeting room on the lower level in City Hall. What's the 403 00:33:53,520 --> 00:33:57,640 room number? >> It's downstairs. It's a meeting room 404 00:33:56,960 --> 00:34:01,200 downstairs. >> Yeah, and there's signs that uh get you 405 00:34:00,000 --> 00:34:03,840 there. So, 406 00:34:02,560 --> 00:34:08,800 students, [clears throat and snorts] please come forward when I call your 407 00:34:05,600 --> 00:34:13,120 name and stay up front until everyone is called so that we can get a group photo. 408 00:34:13,200 --> 00:34:15,720 Okay. 409 00:34:16,159 --> 00:34:18,840 Okay. 410 00:34:19,440 --> 00:34:25,120 All right, so the first one 411 00:34:23,440 --> 00:34:31,080 is uh and from the Minnesota Army National 412 00:34:27,360 --> 00:34:31,080 Guard, Allison. 413 00:34:31,840 --> 00:34:36,639 Did I pronounce that right? Yeah, come on forward. 414 00:34:35,080 --> 00:34:40,358 » all the way down there and COME THIS WAY. 415 00:34:38,338 --> 00:34:40,358 » [applause] 416 00:34:46,040 --> 00:34:49,560 » NEXT ONE IS ROBERT. 417 00:34:52,094 --> 00:34:54,114 » [applause] 418 00:35:00,920 --> 00:35:05,600 » DON'T LOSE THAT. Stand right there. 419 00:35:04,440 --> 00:35:08,640 » Right in front of us so we can keep an eye on you. 420 00:35:06,160 --> 00:35:11,400 » It's a good spot right here. >> Yeah, right in front of this. 421 00:35:09,520 --> 00:35:13,800 » Right in front of her. >> Perfect. 422 00:35:14,600 --> 00:35:20,440 » That's a good spot for him. >> Uh Nesta? 423 00:35:24,189 --> 00:35:26,209 » [applause] 424 00:35:28,440 --> 00:35:32,440 » Glad you didn't have to work tonight. >> I did. 425 00:35:30,880 --> 00:35:36,689 » Oh. >> My kids are still sitting at the stop. 426 00:35:34,669 --> 00:35:36,689 » [laughter] 427 00:35:40,240 --> 00:35:42,760 » Jose? 428 00:35:43,839 --> 00:35:45,859 » [applause] 429 00:35:52,320 --> 00:35:55,120 » Oh, okay. 430 00:36:02,600 --> 00:36:07,000 Uh is Adelaide here? 431 00:36:09,520 --> 00:36:14,625 Okay. Well, then you have to go in the Marine 432 00:36:13,360 --> 00:36:16,645 Corps. No. >> [laughter] 433 00:36:16,880 --> 00:36:21,880 » Or is Cara Air Force? >> That's right. 434 00:36:19,600 --> 00:36:25,640 » She needs one. >> Yeah. 435 00:36:22,720 --> 00:36:30,480 Okay. So, I did uh Minnesota Army National Guard. So, now 436 00:36:28,240 --> 00:36:32,600 we're going to do the Marine Corps. Uh 437 00:36:33,040 --> 00:36:35,640 Yola? 438 00:36:36,240 --> 00:36:38,260 » [applause] 439 00:36:41,480 --> 00:36:43,500 [applause] 440 00:36:58,160 --> 00:37:05,115 » Okay, the next one uh this is an easy name, John. 441 00:37:03,095 --> 00:37:05,115 » [applause] 442 00:37:08,990 --> 00:37:11,010 [applause] 443 00:37:29,160 --> 00:37:33,935 » You'll be doing push-ups earlier. >> [clears throat] 444 00:37:31,915 --> 00:37:33,935 [laughter] 445 00:37:34,600 --> 00:37:38,200 » Okay. Uh 446 00:37:38,560 --> 00:37:43,051 Then uh Daniel, you know? >> RIGHT. 447 00:37:41,760 --> 00:37:45,071 » YEP. >> [applause] 448 00:38:05,321 --> 00:38:07,341 [snorts] 449 00:38:11,280 --> 00:38:14,800 » OKAY, DAWSON? 450 00:38:15,801 --> 00:38:17,821 » [applause] 451 00:38:43,480 --> 00:38:50,040 » ALL RIGHT. YOU'RE like this one. 452 00:38:47,400 --> 00:38:55,120 I'm telling you what, your drones sergeant is going to love this. 453 00:38:53,080 --> 00:38:59,360 Okay? O lowa to me what? 454 00:38:59,686 --> 00:39:01,706 » [applause] 455 00:39:05,581 --> 00:39:07,601 [applause] 456 00:39:23,360 --> 00:39:30,240 » Okay. Uh, the next one is 457 00:39:29,400 --> 00:39:34,402 uh uh, US Army, 458 00:39:31,840 --> 00:39:36,422 Muhammad. >> [applause] 459 00:39:48,440 --> 00:39:56,640 » I ain't through with it. All right. Is there any others I 460 00:39:53,920 --> 00:40:01,312 Did I miss anybody? Oh, no. You got to wait a few years. 461 00:39:59,292 --> 00:40:01,312 » [laughter] 462 00:40:02,880 --> 00:40:06,280 » Anybody? Anybody? 463 00:40:07,600 --> 00:40:12,240 All right. >> Okay. And so we're taking photos and 464 00:40:10,320 --> 00:40:17,080 everything. Because of the photos and 465 00:40:14,200 --> 00:40:22,040 uh, and then uh, members of the uh, VFW and 466 00:40:19,840 --> 00:40:22,040 and 467 00:40:23,680 --> 00:40:27,513 Okay. >> [snorts] 468 00:40:47,108 --> 00:40:49,128 [clears throat] 469 00:40:53,003 --> 00:40:55,023 [laughter] 470 00:41:21,168 --> 00:41:23,188 [applause] 471 00:41:28,280 --> 00:41:36,000 » So, we have a few that are, uh, missing. So, Frank, don't leave. 472 00:41:33,960 --> 00:41:42,720 Or else you'll be recruited. Uh, and, uh, so, uh, see Nancy because 473 00:41:40,000 --> 00:41:47,560 what we usually do is give the bags for the ones that could not make it. And 474 00:41:45,440 --> 00:41:52,720 then you take and then, uh, you have the onus to, uh, see if you 475 00:41:50,360 --> 00:41:55,160 can find them. Where's Waldo? Kind of thing. 476 00:41:55,360 --> 00:42:00,520 Yep. So, uh, now 477 00:41:58,800 --> 00:42:05,280 Is it on? Okay. Now you can go downstairs. We've 478 00:42:02,960 --> 00:42:11,120 got some great food downstairs. So, downstairs and we got flags and we got 479 00:42:07,880 --> 00:42:14,280 more places to put pictures. So, please go downstairs. 480 00:42:14,879 --> 00:42:19,920 » [cough] >> Nice [clears throat] job. 481 00:42:17,440 --> 00:42:23,400 As always. Hey, thanks. Who's taking your place? 482 00:42:22,360 --> 00:42:27,600 » Uh, Sandra Slafer. >> Sandra Slafer, yeah, you didn't You 483 00:42:24,640 --> 00:42:27,600 should have introduced her. 484 00:42:27,680 --> 00:42:31,000 » Okay. >> Oh, she's there, right? Yeah, Sandra 485 00:42:29,720 --> 00:42:33,880 Slafer, she's taking it over. >> Yeah, good for her. That's awesome. 486 00:42:32,320 --> 00:42:37,600 » Yeah, we She said that it was going to be 487 00:42:35,000 --> 00:42:41,600 Yeah, okay. I'm I I need to go on with the work of the city. Thank you. 488 00:42:44,840 --> 00:42:52,200 So, the next item on the agenda this evening is citizens comments. 489 00:42:49,960 --> 00:42:57,320 This is the opportunity for anyone in your in the audience to address the 490 00:42:54,520 --> 00:43:01,800 council on an item that is not in the printed agenda and 491 00:42:59,840 --> 00:43:07,120 not an application form that will be coming before us at a future date. 492 00:43:04,840 --> 00:43:09,920 Is there anyone who wishes to address the council? 493 00:43:10,000 --> 00:43:16,480 Anyone who wishes to address the council? 494 00:43:14,200 --> 00:43:20,320 City Clerk Collins, is there anyone online? 495 00:43:18,560 --> 00:43:23,800 No. Thank you. 496 00:43:21,880 --> 00:43:25,960 We will move on to additions to the final agenda. 497 00:43:25,619 --> 00:43:30,760 » [snorts] >> Uh, and this is for emergency items 498 00:43:28,440 --> 00:43:35,200 only. City Manager Lindberg, 499 00:43:33,440 --> 00:43:37,120 are there any additions to the final agenda? 500 00:43:35,840 --> 00:43:40,520 » Nothing from staff, Mayor. >> Members of the council, 501 00:43:39,240 --> 00:43:43,960 council, uh, I have an item that I would like to 502 00:43:42,960 --> 00:43:47,360 add >> [snorts] 503 00:43:44,320 --> 00:43:50,880 » and I need a motion to add the item 504 00:43:49,080 --> 00:43:53,840 to the consent agenda to approve the bestowing of the key to the city to 505 00:43:52,840 --> 00:43:55,520 Chief Schwartz. >> So moved. 506 00:43:54,760 --> 00:44:00,120 » Second. >> Thank you. There's a motion and a 507 00:43:56,960 --> 00:44:03,560 second. All in favor, please say I. All opposed, say nay, and the motion 508 00:44:02,320 --> 00:44:08,520 carries. Thank you. That item is now on the 509 00:44:05,880 --> 00:44:13,080 consent agenda. We now move to the consent agenda. 510 00:44:11,080 --> 00:44:18,040 The consent agenda is a group of items that's considered to be routine 511 00:44:15,400 --> 00:44:22,400 and will be enacted by one motion. However, an item on the consent agenda 512 00:44:20,320 --> 00:44:25,480 can be removed for a separate discussion and vote. 513 00:44:23,880 --> 00:44:30,240 Is there anyone in the audience who wishes an item on the consent agenda to 514 00:44:28,280 --> 00:44:32,680 be removed for a separate discussion and vote? 515 00:44:33,480 --> 00:44:40,720 Anyone who wishes an item? City Clerk Collins, anyone online? 516 00:44:39,120 --> 00:44:44,160 » No one online has requested it. >> Thank you. 517 00:44:42,160 --> 00:44:48,880 Um City Manager Lindberg, does the staff 518 00:44:46,920 --> 00:44:51,000 want to remove an item from the consent agenda? 519 00:44:49,560 --> 00:44:53,440 » Nothing from staff, Mayor. >> Members of the council. 520 00:44:52,560 --> 00:44:56,560 » Um >> May I have a motion to adopt the consent 521 00:44:55,520 --> 00:44:57,680 agenda, please? >> Move. 522 00:44:56,960 --> 00:45:00,560 » Second. >> There's a motion and a second. All in 523 00:44:59,240 --> 00:45:03,080 favor, please say I. >> I. 524 00:45:00,880 --> 00:45:07,160 » I. Opposed, say nay. And the motion carries. 525 00:45:04,560 --> 00:45:11,200 We are now at the regular agenda. And the first item on the regular agenda 526 00:45:09,640 --> 00:45:14,920 is [snorts] an application of the City of Burnsville for an amendment to title 527 00:45:13,680 --> 00:45:20,040 10, zoning, 528 00:45:16,200 --> 00:45:22,640 to reorganize and update the zoning code for consistency [snorts] 529 00:45:21,040 --> 00:45:26,840 and clarity and to adopt the ordinance. 530 00:45:24,880 --> 00:45:30,920 Presenting this evening is our planning manager, 531 00:45:28,160 --> 00:45:34,240 Mr. Mike Maroschek. Mr. Maroschek, the floor is yours. 532 00:45:33,080 --> 00:45:36,760 » Thank you, Mayor. Good evening, Mayor and Council. 533 00:45:36,960 --> 00:45:42,440 At the uh November 10th, 2025 work session, the City Council directed staff 534 00:45:41,040 --> 00:45:45,480 to advance the reorganized zoning code through the 535 00:45:44,080 --> 00:45:49,240 Planning Commission and City Council for review and adoption, with a full rewrite 536 00:45:47,520 --> 00:45:53,240 to follow adoption of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. Since 537 00:45:51,520 --> 00:45:56,680 then, staff has done that and has held seven 538 00:45:55,480 --> 00:46:00,160 meetings, um work sessions with the Planning 539 00:45:58,080 --> 00:46:04,160 Commission to review the amendments chapter by chapter. 540 00:46:02,560 --> 00:46:07,520 Then the planning commission voted unanimously 541 00:46:05,880 --> 00:46:12,200 uh to recommend approval of the revised zoning code at their April 27th, 542 00:46:10,400 --> 00:46:16,480 2026 meeting. So, that brings us to today. 543 00:46:14,000 --> 00:46:21,400 So, original goals for this update were to improve organization 544 00:46:18,560 --> 00:46:24,560 and consolidate and relate provisions, enhance usability through plain language 545 00:46:23,240 --> 00:46:28,560 and formatting, ensure consistency consistency with 546 00:46:26,640 --> 00:46:32,880 current state statutes and legal requirements, and update 547 00:46:31,240 --> 00:46:38,240 update information structure, cross-referencing for clearer and more 548 00:46:35,040 --> 00:46:43,280 accessible document. So, the first step that we did is we 549 00:46:40,480 --> 00:46:50,200 reorganized the code. Um currently, the code consists of 2 41 chapters. 550 00:46:46,400 --> 00:46:53,320 Um we broke that down into 12 chapters. >> That was amazing work. 551 00:46:52,200 --> 00:46:55,800 » Mhm. Thank you. >> Truly. 552 00:46:54,560 --> 00:47:01,080 » Thank you. And the uh >> And it's only now 400 pages. 553 00:46:57,640 --> 00:47:06,000 » Yes. Yes, we're down from 700. So, um what with the And then with those 12 554 00:47:03,680 --> 00:47:09,640 chapters, they all align with consistent subsections. 555 00:47:07,480 --> 00:47:13,160 Uh we streamlined cross-references to reduce redundancy and improve numbering 556 00:47:11,640 --> 00:47:17,000 formatting layout to support easier navigation and reading. 557 00:47:15,040 --> 00:47:20,920 So, before you on the screen is the new 12 chapters. 558 00:47:18,840 --> 00:47:26,360 Um all the chapters have underlying subsections that um 559 00:47:23,760 --> 00:47:29,240 go with the title of the chapter. So, if you go to the next slide, it's 560 00:47:27,480 --> 00:47:34,120 for an example. Currently, the residential um zoning districts are 561 00:47:32,400 --> 00:47:35,880 spread throughout the code, generally through section 562 00:47:35,480 --> 00:47:39,000 » Yeah. >> 12 through 18. 563 00:47:37,680 --> 00:47:45,120 So, what we did is place them all underneath one chapter. 564 00:47:41,320 --> 00:47:46,800 » It was so easy, Mr. Marosla. It was easy to navigate. 565 00:47:46,520 --> 00:47:48,960 » Yep. >> So much better than before. 566 00:47:48,440 --> 00:47:52,800 » Thank you, Mayor. >> Cuz you had to jump all over the place. 567 00:47:50,680 --> 00:47:55,720 This one was one place. >> That was the intent behind it. It was 568 00:47:54,120 --> 00:47:59,480 the one-stop shop. Um instead of as I like to call it uh 569 00:47:57,840 --> 00:48:00,680 choose your own adventure. Um 570 00:48:00,068 --> 00:48:04,600 » [clears throat] >> So, what we did then is we put all the 571 00:48:03,160 --> 00:48:10,040 residential items into one chapter with subsections. 572 00:48:08,400 --> 00:48:12,880 And then we removed items that we didn't think were necessary, they were more 573 00:48:11,160 --> 00:48:18,320 specialized and should be in specific zoning subsections or chapters. 574 00:48:16,320 --> 00:48:20,960 Uh we did the same thing for all the districts on the previous screen, all 12 575 00:48:19,920 --> 00:48:26,040 of them. Um similar practice of just reorganizing 576 00:48:23,480 --> 00:48:30,280 and placing items in certain areas where they would make for ease of use and 577 00:48:27,720 --> 00:48:34,760 accessibility. One thing that we worked really hard on 578 00:48:32,600 --> 00:48:40,200 to do is to uh reorgan- as this reorganization was to redo 579 00:48:37,800 --> 00:48:44,560 uh reduce the redundancy on going back to previous chapters. 580 00:48:41,880 --> 00:48:49,920 Um so, the B3 referenced, for example, the B1 B2 uses. And there was a total of 581 00:48:47,880 --> 00:48:54,160 over 70 uses in that if you counted all of them 582 00:48:51,600 --> 00:48:58,680 between the three zoning districts. Um and it also also, um excuse me, 583 00:48:57,360 --> 00:49:01,720 referenced you back to previous chapters. It didn't list them on the B3, 584 00:49:00,200 --> 00:49:06,040 you had to go to the B2, look at those, and then go back to the B3. So, we 585 00:49:03,560 --> 00:49:09,040 eliminated that in all zoning districts. So, if you go to the B3, all the uses 586 00:49:07,640 --> 00:49:11,880 are listed there, there's no more going back between the chapters to discover 587 00:49:10,800 --> 00:49:17,040 uses. And we did that for industrial and 588 00:49:13,920 --> 00:49:21,000 residential districts as well. Um another thing we did too is 589 00:49:19,760 --> 00:49:25,440 um we categorized uses to reduce the number 590 00:49:23,680 --> 00:49:29,240 of uses. Um 591 00:49:26,480 --> 00:49:33,760 So, on the left side of the screen are a number of different stores, appliance 592 00:49:31,160 --> 00:49:37,760 store, retail. They're all retail. And so, instead of having all listed out, 593 00:49:35,440 --> 00:49:39,960 all of this just retail uses. So, that also 594 00:49:39,240 --> 00:49:44,240 » Easy for business. >> makes it super easy for you to find 595 00:49:42,280 --> 00:49:47,520 those and they're less um judgment calls. 596 00:49:45,400 --> 00:49:50,160 Again, we did the same thing for um industrial districts. 597 00:49:49,200 --> 00:49:53,480 Um you know, there's a lot of different 598 00:49:51,400 --> 00:49:58,000 manufacturing, so now it is classified them all as light manufacturing. 599 00:49:55,680 --> 00:50:01,560 And then we did the same thing for um 600 00:49:58,720 --> 00:50:07,920 um heavy manufacturing as well. Again, ease of use, this reduced uh 601 00:50:04,560 --> 00:50:12,800 the use of a PUD for use PUDs in particularly. Um now it keeps them 602 00:50:11,120 --> 00:50:15,200 makes them more broad, easier to interpret. 603 00:50:14,344 --> 00:50:17,480 » [snorts] >> So, we're talking about some of the 604 00:50:16,120 --> 00:50:22,960 major amendments. We did streamline the commercial uses. Um there was 110 listed 605 00:50:19,960 --> 00:50:26,760 in code. Now they're down to 53 by doing the grouping we just talked about. Um 606 00:50:25,080 --> 00:50:30,320 similar numbers with the industrial district. Not Not 110, but there was a 607 00:50:29,400 --> 00:50:34,680 significant number and they're significantly reduced. 608 00:50:32,120 --> 00:50:38,200 Um so then because of that we had to add new definitions for the unified 609 00:50:36,640 --> 00:50:42,080 categories. Um again, light industrial's the one or 610 00:50:40,360 --> 00:50:46,160 light manufacturing, heavy manufacturing are the two that come to mind. 611 00:50:43,760 --> 00:50:49,960 And then we also removed interim use uses from zoning districts where they 612 00:50:47,680 --> 00:50:52,960 were no longer applicable. Um for example, some of the residential 613 00:50:51,320 --> 00:50:55,610 districts allowed mining. They're fully developed. You're not going to have any 614 00:50:54,280 --> 00:50:57,360 mining going on. >> [snorts] 615 00:50:55,760 --> 00:51:01,320 » So, we just removed the interim use process for those applications that are 616 00:50:59,640 --> 00:51:05,480 no longer relevant. And there's similar uses in the 617 00:51:03,080 --> 00:51:09,320 commercial industrial districts. Um we did work with the city attorney to 618 00:51:07,800 --> 00:51:13,560 um make sure there's consistency with state state statute. For example, um 619 00:51:11,600 --> 00:51:17,760 within the zoning or excuse me, within the variance approvals, uh we did not 620 00:51:16,040 --> 00:51:21,960 list the practical difficulties. We have that in there now, so it's consistent 621 00:51:19,360 --> 00:51:25,280 with state statute. Again, consistency of state statute, we added the 622 00:51:23,200 --> 00:51:29,760 conditional use permit requirement for licensed residential care facilities 623 00:51:27,080 --> 00:51:38,720 serving 7 to 16 persons. Um that is in for the R1, R1A, R2, R3 624 00:51:36,720 --> 00:51:43,600 zoning districts. Um Previously, the only the R2 allowed them 625 00:51:41,080 --> 00:51:47,760 as a CUP, but state statute you have to allow those in all those districts. So, 626 00:51:45,760 --> 00:51:51,320 that was a consistency item. 627 00:51:49,360 --> 00:51:55,880 Uh we did add a new section detailing the concept review process that we have 628 00:51:53,160 --> 00:52:01,640 implemented over the last few years. Um we removed the planning commission's 629 00:51:57,760 --> 00:52:04,840 ability to request a rezoning or text amendment and add staff's 630 00:52:03,680 --> 00:52:08,760 authority. So the planning commission will request the staff to look into that 631 00:52:07,320 --> 00:52:15,320 and then the city council already had the authority and then property owners. 632 00:52:11,800 --> 00:52:20,240 Um so that was more of a clean-up item. One of the bigger items that we did do 633 00:52:16,800 --> 00:52:24,320 that required uh the next item was we changed abbreviations 634 00:52:22,040 --> 00:52:26,760 for the medium density residential, high density, and manufactured housing 635 00:52:25,600 --> 00:52:32,840 districts. Um currently they are the R3A, which is 636 00:52:29,440 --> 00:52:37,480 the medium density residential, R3B, high density residential, and R3D, 637 00:52:34,840 --> 00:52:42,760 manufactured housing. Um for some for ease of use, we reclassified them as R3, 638 00:52:40,160 --> 00:52:47,240 medium density residential, R4, high density residential, and R5, 639 00:52:45,120 --> 00:52:50,760 manufactured housing district. Because of that, we do have to amend the map, 640 00:52:49,440 --> 00:52:54,720 the official zoning map, to make sure the abbreviations are consistent. 641 00:52:53,160 --> 00:52:58,280 Um so that's part of the approvals tonight that will be 642 00:52:56,280 --> 00:53:02,360 um as part of the that we requested as well. 643 00:52:59,880 --> 00:53:06,280 With that, um on the screen now is our process. So we are looking at uh 644 00:53:04,560 --> 00:53:10,000 wrapping up this reorganization and update, 645 00:53:07,520 --> 00:53:13,680 um kicking off the subdivision code rewrite, um 646 00:53:12,560 --> 00:53:18,560 we've been able to restart working on that one so with the goal to have it all 647 00:53:15,840 --> 00:53:22,800 complete about this time next year. Then the comprehensive plan, um we've 648 00:53:20,560 --> 00:53:26,440 received three um submittals to our responses to our RFP. 649 00:53:24,960 --> 00:53:30,360 We're going through those now. Hopefully get that before council here in July. 650 00:53:28,720 --> 00:53:32,720 Start that process. As you can see, it's a long one. 651 00:53:31,560 --> 00:53:36,960 Um and then the community visioning will 652 00:53:34,000 --> 00:53:40,400 start later this year and then once the comprehensive plan is adopted, we will 653 00:53:38,440 --> 00:53:44,160 do a total rewrite. At least now though, we have the organization the way we 654 00:53:42,040 --> 00:53:47,080 would like it. So, then that that part of the rewrite will not need to be 655 00:53:45,520 --> 00:53:51,360 redone. So, that should actually speed up the process a little bit. 656 00:53:49,960 --> 00:53:54,280 And then with that, I'll leave the recommendation on the screen. Staff 657 00:53:52,840 --> 00:53:58,440 recommends that the City Council approve the reorganized and updated title, 658 00:53:56,600 --> 00:54:03,800 should be titled 10. That is a typo. I apologize. Zoning and 659 00:54:01,680 --> 00:54:09,080 City of Burnsville zoning map to reflect the new residential 660 00:54:06,720 --> 00:54:12,840 district abbreviations. Typo caught me there in the end. 661 00:54:10,680 --> 00:54:15,520 So, I apologize for that. With that, I stand for any questions. 662 00:54:14,160 --> 00:54:19,000 » Any questions? >> No questions. Good job on it, though. 663 00:54:17,440 --> 00:54:22,720 It's going to make it very easy for businesses to understand what our codes 664 00:54:21,440 --> 00:54:27,000 are and know where they can go immediately instead of having to go back 665 00:54:24,640 --> 00:54:28,960 and forth the whole time. So, well done. 666 00:54:27,680 --> 00:54:32,840 » Thank you, Council Member Keely. >> Yeah. Council Member Keely. 667 00:54:30,840 --> 00:54:37,200 » Uh I like all that great work. Uh the simplification, as the mayor pointed 668 00:54:34,760 --> 00:54:43,480 out, it it seems so easy. Like, how many decades did we run with a overly complex 669 00:54:41,000 --> 00:54:45,517 uh structure and all the while. >> Yeah. 670 00:54:44,080 --> 00:54:47,160 » Um >> [clears throat] 671 00:54:45,640 --> 00:54:52,360 » I'm curious thinking about somebody coming in who's 672 00:54:49,800 --> 00:54:59,560 living under the existing ordinances, does this process at all affect existing 673 00:54:55,880 --> 00:55:04,280 enforcement of of of projects that fell under the court prior ordinance? 674 00:55:02,120 --> 00:55:06,880 Uh and or does it affect any future enforcement? 675 00:55:06,000 --> 00:55:11,360 » Um Council Member, that's a great question. It shouldn't. Um as we didn't 676 00:55:08,560 --> 00:55:15,600 do do any didn't implement any sub- substantive changes. So, the only thing 677 00:55:13,520 --> 00:55:19,800 that changes is the reference number. So, if any previous approvals 678 00:55:17,840 --> 00:55:21,760 specifically state a refer- uh 679 00:55:20,520 --> 00:55:24,200 ordinance number, that's all that I think changed. Otherwise, the code is 680 00:55:23,000 --> 00:55:27,680 the same, word for word. So, this is a minor 681 00:55:26,080 --> 00:55:31,960 amendment where we changed to clarify, but I don't don't expect any 682 00:55:30,360 --> 00:55:36,320 major changes. >> Deletions, just following up, you pulled 683 00:55:34,240 --> 00:55:40,600 mining out Uh, because we don't anticipate [snorts] anyone's going to 684 00:55:38,320 --> 00:55:46,800 pull a fresh permit for mining. Um, would that apply if 685 00:55:43,320 --> 00:55:50,920 uh, if some residual mining was done close to where Kramer Mining is doing 686 00:55:49,240 --> 00:55:58,480 work right now, obviously for the next several decades or or so, but um, 687 00:55:54,640 --> 00:56:01,960 if some property abutting that, the owner found that there was limestone 688 00:56:00,680 --> 00:56:06,440 under there and they wanted to do their own mining, could we handle that 689 00:56:05,000 --> 00:56:10,920 as a sort of a one-off or does it, because it 690 00:56:09,000 --> 00:56:13,640 doesn't exist in our code anymore, does that shut down the ability for that 691 00:56:12,480 --> 00:56:17,040 person to apply? >> Nope. Um, counselor, that's a great 692 00:56:14,840 --> 00:56:19,840 question. So, in those situations, we kind of deal on a what case-by-case 693 00:56:18,320 --> 00:56:23,000 basis. Um, you know, when we did the mining, we 694 00:56:21,520 --> 00:56:27,560 removed the residential districts because they're mostly fully developed. 695 00:56:25,240 --> 00:56:30,400 Now, the areas where mining and mining is currently occurring, we did leave it 696 00:56:29,240 --> 00:56:35,240 there. We didn't touch anything that's currently actively mining or actively 697 00:56:33,240 --> 00:56:38,560 has that use. We didn't want to do those kind of substantial changes at this time 698 00:56:36,880 --> 00:56:43,080 as it's not the appropriate time to do that. The comprehensive plan coming. 699 00:56:40,240 --> 00:56:46,800 Now, if there was a use that we removed um, by accident, we will probably, I 700 00:56:45,680 --> 00:56:49,880 should state this, we'll probably be back back in front of you later this 701 00:56:48,360 --> 00:56:52,800 year. When you do these kind of big lifts like this, you always kind of miss 702 00:56:51,440 --> 00:56:56,440 things. So, we'll probably have to go back there and fix some things that we 703 00:56:54,280 --> 00:57:00,760 might have deleted by accident or we have to reverse course. 704 00:56:57,960 --> 00:57:04,560 But, generally what we would do is if we delete something by accident and the use 705 00:57:02,920 --> 00:57:07,800 is existing, we just come back before you and add it back in or we go through 706 00:57:06,240 --> 00:57:11,080 our process of doing a zoning code amendment to 707 00:57:09,160 --> 00:57:13,080 do that and we'll find it's kind of right to do so. 708 00:57:11,480 --> 00:57:16,480 » We have the mechanism to change it just like we are changing it for the better. 709 00:57:15,080 --> 00:57:17,960 » Yes. >> Thank you. 710 00:57:17,080 --> 00:57:21,400 » Okay. Mr. Marosla, 711 00:57:19,440 --> 00:57:27,560 uh, in the 10-6, the business district, where you 712 00:57:23,840 --> 00:57:32,680 have all of that, and are all of the service 713 00:57:29,400 --> 00:57:37,960 in included in that? Like medical service and all of that. 714 00:57:35,640 --> 00:57:40,880 » Yes, Mayor. Yep. All those uses will are listed within the 10 6. Medical clinics 715 00:57:40,640 --> 00:57:45,400 and all that. >> So they're all in that one business. So 716 00:57:43,480 --> 00:57:48,120 it's not like before where you had to go. 717 00:57:46,000 --> 00:57:52,480 » Correct. So each district where a clinic was where before instead of listing 718 00:57:50,080 --> 00:57:56,240 clinic in every district, they would reference you back to another district. 719 00:57:54,160 --> 00:58:00,400 So now even if district of clinics are allowed they're allowed in that district 720 00:57:58,160 --> 00:58:04,000 we listed off. So it's kind of repeat so multiple districts allow for clinics, 721 00:58:01,920 --> 00:58:05,920 but that way it's that one stop shop. You don't need to go looking for an 722 00:58:05,520 --> 00:58:15,160 answer. >> Yes. So like we have some of the um 723 00:58:10,880 --> 00:58:21,520 condo businesses over on um Crosstown and 5 and those kind of So a 724 00:58:18,880 --> 00:58:26,960 lot of them are service businesses. So they're all in all of that. They're just 725 00:58:24,200 --> 00:58:30,000 service business, but they're not retail with a product. It's a service. It's all 726 00:58:29,360 --> 00:58:33,000 in there. >> Yep. 727 00:58:30,280 --> 00:58:37,960 » That is so much easier than trying to find it before. Oh, you're 728 00:58:35,080 --> 00:58:40,280 medical so you must be >> Mhm. 729 00:58:38,360 --> 00:58:44,680 » in a different. Okay. Thank you so much. I think that's makes 730 00:58:42,280 --> 00:58:48,640 it real easy for everyone because you have 731 00:58:45,640 --> 00:58:52,800 the office business district neighbor neighborhood business district 732 00:58:50,880 --> 00:58:57,000 and all of that. Now it's just all in one area. 733 00:58:54,320 --> 00:59:02,320 Okay. Great. Thank you. Any other questions? 734 00:58:59,000 --> 00:59:10,240 So members of the council tonight um because we don't have a full 735 00:59:05,280 --> 00:59:15,240 complement uh of the council I would like a motion to adopt the 736 00:59:12,080 --> 00:59:19,880 ordinance because I can take three and to consider the summary ordinance 737 00:59:17,240 --> 00:59:25,080 publication at the next council meeting because they're to do a summary 738 00:59:22,440 --> 00:59:29,320 uh ordinance I need four. So 739 00:59:26,360 --> 00:59:31,440 may I have a motion to adopt the ordinance? 740 00:59:30,120 --> 00:59:33,600 » Moved as stated. >> Second. 741 00:59:32,040 --> 00:59:38,960 » There was a motion and a second. All in favor, please say I. I. Opposed, say 742 00:59:36,280 --> 00:59:43,720 nay. And a motion carries. Uh and that is to also consider the 743 00:59:41,000 --> 00:59:47,120 summary ordinance for publication next or next uh 744 00:59:45,320 --> 00:59:51,720 the next council meeting. Right? So, that's all included. You get 745 00:59:49,840 --> 00:59:55,280 it all. Okay, very good. >> Madam Mayor, members of the council, 746 00:59:53,400 --> 00:59:58,400 we'll just we'll include the summary ordinance if it's agreeable to the 747 00:59:56,800 --> 01:00:02,960 majority of the council on the next consent agenda. 748 01:00:00,520 --> 01:00:06,680 » Okay. Yeah. Because we have all of the background 749 01:00:04,800 --> 01:00:09,640 and we have gone through all of it. So, the consent agenda is fine for the 750 01:00:08,480 --> 01:00:12,366 summary ordinance. I >> Thank you. 751 01:00:10,120 --> 01:00:14,160 » Okay, thank you. >> [clears throat] 752 01:00:12,520 --> 01:00:17,600 » Um Members of the council, there are no 753 01:00:15,640 --> 01:00:21,440 other items to come before us this evening, and a motion to 754 01:00:19,440 --> 01:00:22,680 adjourn is in order. >> So moved. 755 01:00:22,200 --> 01:00:26,360 » Second. >> There was a motion and a second. All in 756 01:00:24,200 --> 01:00:32,560 favor, please say I. I. Opposed, say nay. And a motion carries. Good night 757 01:00:29,200 --> 01:00:32,560 and thank you for being with us.