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2025-12-09 City Council Agenda Richfield City Council Agenda December 9, 2025 -- 7:00 PM Richfield Municipal Center Council Chambers 6700 Portland Avenue South 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Approval of the Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes a. Approve minutes from (1) Work Session meeting from November 25, 2025, (2) Special City Council meeting (Truth in Taxation meeting) from November 25, 2025, and (3) Regular Council Meeting from November 25, 2025. 5. Open Forum Participants can share their comments in person, by voicemail, or email, and may also request to participate virtually. For more information on submitting comments, refer to the Council Agenda and Minutes page on richfieldmn.gov/citycouncil 6. Proclamations and Presentations a. Proclamation honoring Human Rights Month 7. Consent Calendar Consent Calendar contains several separate items, which are acted upon by the City Council in one motion. Once the Consent Calendar has been approved, the individual items and recommended actions have also been approved. No further Council action on these items is necessary. However, any Council Member may request that an item be removed from the Consent Calendar and placed on the regular agenda for Council discussion and action. All items listed on the Consent Calendar are recommended for approval. a. Approve Disbursements/Claims b. Consider Adoption of a Resolution Designating Polling Places for 2026. c. Consider the Adoption of the City’s Legislative Priorities for 2026. d. Consider approval for a Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor license for the Blessed Trinity Catholic School, located at St. Richard's Catholic Church, 7540 Penn Avenue South, for their 2026 Sno*ball Dance taking place January 31, 2026. e. Consider approval of the second amendment to the Response Sustainability Grant agreement with the City of Bloomington. f. Consider approval of the sixth amendment to the local public health services agreement with the City of Bloomington for 2026. g. Consider the renewal of the 2026 licenses for On-Sale Intoxicating, Club, On-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor and Wine, and Off-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor doing business in Richfield. h. Consider the adoption of a resolution authorizing Richfield Public Safety/Police Department to accept donations from the listed agencies, businesses and private individuals for designated uses. i. Consider the adoption of a resolution accepting grants and donations received by the Richfield Recreation Services in 2025 and authorizing staff to administer the funds in accordance with any applicable grant agreements and terms prescribed by donors. 8. Consideration of Items, if Any Removed From Consent Calendar 9. Public Hearings 10. Proposed Ordinances 11. Resolutions a. Consider resolutions approving the 2025 Revised/2026 Proposed Budgets, Tax Levy and related resolutions. b. Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. Local 123 (Police Officers) and Teamsters Local 320 (Police Sergeants and Police Lieutenants) for 2026-2027. c. Consider a request for an Interim Use Permit to allow temporary and occasional Page 1 of 111 employee parking on a vacant lot adjacent to Lakewinds Co-op. 12. Other Business 13. City Manager’s Report 14. Council Discussion a. Hats off to Hometown Hits b. Liaison Reports 15. Adjournment Auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. Requests must be made at least 96 hours in advance to the City Clerk at 612-861-9739. Includes Materials - Materials relating to these agenda items can be found in the Council Chambers Agenda Packet book located by the entrance. The complete Council Agenda Packet is available electronically on the City of Richfield website. Page 2 of 111 ITEM #1 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Supple at 5:15 p.m. in the Bartholomew Conference Room. Council Present: Absent: Mary Supple, Mayor; Walter Burk; Sean Hayford Oleary; and Rori A. Coleman-Woods Council Member Christensen Staff Present: Katie Rodriguez, City Manager; Joe Powers, City Engineer; Matt Hardegger, Transportation Engineer; Sack Thongvanh, Assistant City Manager/Administrative Director; Melissa Poehlman, Community Development Director; Jay Henthorne, Public Safety Director; Karl Huemiller, Recreation Director; Chris Fierst, Liquor Operations Manager; Courtney DesCamps, Senior Analyst; and Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk ITEM #2 ITEM DISCUSSION Mayor Supple noted a change to the item order discussion moving Update on Hennepin County’s Nicollet Avenue Cost Share presentation as item 2a, and moving item Consider Richfield’s Proposed 2026 Legislative Priorities to item 2b. a. Update on Hennepin County’s Nicollet Avenue Cost Share City Engineer Powers presented the Nicollet Avenue Cost Share Program with Hennepin County. staff provided an update on the Nicollet Avenue cost-share negotiations with Hennepin County. Although the County declined to modify its cost-participation policy or accept a lump-sum alternative, it did re-evaluate specific project items, resulting in about a $1 million reduction to the City’s share. The estimated city cost is now just under $8.7 million to be paid to Hennepin County, with an additional $700,000 in city staff costs. Staff requested direction to move forward so the County can bid the project early next year, noting that delays could increase construction costs and prolong community disruption. Council members discussed potential future benefits from the County’s upcoming cost-participation policy review and emphasized the importance of documenting the City’s cooperation and continued push for a more equitable policy, especially in anticipation of the Penn Avenue project. Questions were also raised about transparency of engineering cost estimates, as the County’s $2.5 million share is not included in current documents. b. Consider Richfield’s Proposed 2026 Legislative Priorities CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Richfield, Minnesota City Council Work Session November 25, 2025 Page 3 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -2- November 25, 2025 City Manager Rodriguez introduced Senior Analyst Courtney DesCamps to present the Proposed 2026 Legislative Priorities. Council and staff reviewed proposed 2025 legislative priorities. The top four includes making 4d(1) aid permanent and available to all impacted cities, modifying or repealing 2024 legislation prohibiting cities from subjecting state licensed group assisted living facilities to city rental licensing requirements, supporting stronger state action to reduce gun violence, and reducing local financial obligations and long-term maintenance responsibilities for county and state projects. Senior Analyst DesCamps noted the two bonding priorities were identified as the $10 million for Nicollet Avenue and $2.5 million for the Richfield–Minneapolis emergency water connection. Each department presented their own legislative items. Council and staff discussed the impacts of supporting and opposing legislative priorities within the community. City Manager Rodriguez noted Representative Omar advocating for Richfield’s Community Project Funding (CPF) at the congressional level to the Appropriations Committee for the Emergency Water Interconnect Project with Minneapolis’ water system network. Council consensus was in support of the top 4 priorities presented. Council supported continuing Nicollet project negotiations and advancing key legislative priorities for the 2025 session. ITEM #3 ADJOURNMENT Mayor Supple adjourned the meeting at 6:24 pm. Date Approved: December 9, 2025 Mary Supple Mayor Michelle Friedrich Katie Rodriguez City Clerk City Manager Page 4 of 111 CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Richfield, Minnesota Council Special Meeting November 25, 2025 ITEM #1 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Supple called the special meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Council Present: Remote Access: Mary Supple, Mayor; Walter Burk, Sean Hayford Oleary, Rori A. Coleman- Woods Council Member Christensen participated remotely via interactive technology for an excused medical reason. Staff Present: Guests: Katie Rodriguez, City Manager; Steve McDaniel, Budget, Cash, and Debt Manager; Mary Tietjen, City Attorney; Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk. None ITEM #2 PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Conduct a Truth in Taxation Public Hearing regarding the 2026 property tax levy and 2025 Revised/2026 Proposed Budget and Proposed 2026 Utility Rates. Mayor Supple called the Truth in Taxation public hearing to order at 6:31 PM on November 25, 2025. She explained that the purpose of the meeting was to review the local budget and levy to allow public input before the final vote on December 9, 2025. City Manager Rodriguez introduced Budget Cash and Debt Manager Steve McDaniel to present the 2026 budget. Budget Cash and Debt Manager McDaniel presented the 2026 budget and provided an overview of the budget timeline, including the August 12 work session (budget preview, key financial strategies, utility rates, fees, and capital improvement plans), the August 26 work session (department budget presentations), and the September 23 preliminary tax levy adoption. Budget Cash and Debt Manager McDaniel outlined key budget updates incorporated into the 2025 revised and 2026 proposed budgets include: • Labor force participation remains below pre-pandemic levels • 2026 proposed budget includes 3% cost of living increase with 2.75% average step increases Page 5 of 111 City Council Work Session Minutes -2- November 25, 2025 • Negotiated contract increases between 3-5.5% • Personnel (salary and benefits) remains at approximately 71% of the general fund budget • Debt issues planned for late 2025 funded by local sales tax ($1 million for Woodlake Nature Center, $5 million for Vets Park project) • Continued inflationary pressure expected in 2026 Budget Cash and Debt Manager McDaniel noted that 2026 Local Government Aid (LGA) remains nearly flat, increasing by just under $38,000, while fiscal disparity aid is increasing by almost 3% ($134,500). Licenses and permits revenue is projected to remain similar to 2025 revised and 2024 actual figures. The rolling stock, building, and technology levy is set at just under $1.7 million (3.5% increase over 2025), with an additional $100,000 for building maintenance. The Economic Development Authority levy is $645,000 (3.5% increase), resulting in an overall proposed levy increase of 6.16%. He reviewed the impact that the proposed levy would have on the average Richfield home. Budget Cash and Debt Manager McDaniel noted when combined with the Housing Rehabilitation Authority levy (3% increase), the actual overall increase is 6.08%, which is lower than the statewide average (8.7%) and Hennepin County cities average (9.3%). Budget Cash and Debt Manager McDaniel presented information on the city's long-term capital reserves, noting a 2024 ending balance of $7.1 million with projected transfers in 2025 and 2026, resulting in an anticipated 2026 ending balance of just over $6 million. He noted the general fund reserves were just over $12 million per the 2024 audit review. Budget Cash and Debt Manager McDaniel highlighted staffing updates, including two full-time positions being added (one in finance and one in public works), along with some part-time additions. Budget Cash and Debt Manager McDaniel noted the 2026 proposed capital budget totals just under $22 million, including recreation and open spaces, fleet vehicle purchases, the Nicollet Avenue reconstruction project, sidewalk and safe routes to school projects, sanitary sewer lining, storm water infrastructure rehabilitation, and water treatment plant improvements. Mayor Supple opened the public hearing at 6:54 p.m. Six residents provided testimony. Kathleen Balaban stated that comparing her 2025 statement to the 2026 statement, it appears to be an 8% increase, and in total, it is a 23.6% increase in the last year. She noted issues she has with the staffing in the City and where the staffing budget is going. Janet Massa stated that her home faced a 12.9% increase in property taxes. She stated that in the past six years, she has received a 54.24% tax increase on her property. She noted that if this continues, she will have to pay over $10,000 for property taxes in six years. She also stated that they need to limit home rentals in the City. Nicholas Vorderbruggen stated that he is a short-term rental owner and lives in the City. He stated that no one he knows runs short-term rentals to get rich, but just to make extra income to survive the rising cost of living. He stated that he is asking that the City rethink the $700 licensing fee for short-term rentals. Rhonda Amundson stated that she is concerned about the tax increases that have been steadily rising. She stated that though her house is paid for, it feels like an extra house payment just for property taxes. She suggested that the City get more creative with the way it raises money. She noted that the City is taxing people out of the City. Page 6 of 111 City Council Work Session Minutes -3- November 25, 2025 Brenda Litke stated that she is worried about being taxed out of the City soon. She asked Council to think through ways to make Richfield truly affordable. She noted that it is hard for retirees to handle these tax increases. Joe Stratig stated that he has lived in his home in Richfield for 35 years. He stated that when they received their tax document, their increase was 17.7% from 2025 to 2026. He asked Council and staff how this increase came about. MOTION: made by Mayor Supple, seconded by Council Member Hayford Oleary to close the public hearing. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 MOTION: made by Mayor Supple, seconded by Council Member Hayford Oleary to schedule the final action on the 2026 property tax levy, the 2025 Revised/2026 Proposed Budget, and the proposed 2026 utility rates, at the regular City Council meeting scheduled for December 9, 2025. Mayor Supple thanked everyone who provided testimony for the public hearing. She noted that Council is open to feedback and ideas. Council Member Coleman-Woods stated that she understands the residents’ perspectives and relates to their concerns. She added that she hopes residents will advocate for what they believe their property taxes should be. Council Member Burk reiterated that residents have rights and that a process exists to challenge individual property tax assessments. Council Member Hayford Oleary stated that the tax increase is tied to individual property values. He noted that if residents believe their property valuation is inaccurate, they may challenge it in the following year. He added that, in general, the increases support essential City operations. Mayor Supple explained the reason for the differing individual tax increases related to the overall City increase of 6.16%. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #4 ADJOURNMENT MOTION: made by Council Member Hayford Oleary, seconded by Council Member Burk to adjourn the meeting at 7:20 p.m. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 Motion carried: 5-0 Page 7 of 111 City Council Work Session Minutes -4- November 25, 2025 Date Approved: December 9, 2025 Mary B. Supple Mayor Michelle Friedrich Katie Rodriguez City Clerk City Manager Page 8 of 111 ITEM #1 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Supple at 7:22 p.m. on November 25, 2025, in the Council Chambers. Council Present: Remote Access: Mary Supple, Mayor; Walter Burk, Sean Hayford Oleary, Rori A. Coleman-Woods Council Member Christensen participated remotely via interactive technology for an excused medical reason. Staff Present: Guests: Katie Rodriguez, City Manager; Steve McDaniel, Budget, Cash, and Debt Manager; Melissa Poehlman, Community Development Director; Jennifer Anderson, Support Services Manager; Joe Powers, City Engineer; Matt Hardegger, Transportation Engineer; Mary Tietjen, City Attorney; and Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk. None ITEM #2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Supple led the Pledge of Allegiance. ITEM #3 APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: made by Council Member Hayford Oleary, seconded by Council Member Coleman- Woods to approve the Agenda with removal of item 7b from the Consent Calendar and requested the item be moved under Consideration of Items, if Any Removed from Consent Calendar as item 8a, as requested by staff. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #4 APPROVAL OF MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Richfield, Minnesota Council Regular Meeting November 25, 2025 Page 9 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -2- November 25, 2025 MOTION: made by Council Member Burk, seconded by Council Member Coleman-Woods to approve the minutes of the: (1) City Council Work Session from November 12, 2025, and (2) City Council Regular Meeting from November 12, 2025, and (3) Council Special Meeting from November 15, 2025. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #5 OPEN FORUM Mayor Supple reviewed the participation options for residents at the Council meeting including in- person comments, comments by voicemail or email, and an option to request to participate virtually with advance notice. Mayor Supple noted that more information on submitting comments can be reviewed at www.richfieldmn.gov/citycouncil. Nicholas Vorderbruggen spoke during the open forum regarding short-term rental regulations in Richfield. He expressed concerns about the proposed $700 licensing fee, which he noted was significantly higher than neighboring cities. He suggested implementing a non-voluntary tax collection system for short-term rentals instead of high licensing fees, opining this would generate more revenue for the city while allowing middle-class homeowners to continue operating short-term rentals to supplement their income. ITEM #6 PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS a. Advisory Board of Health Report Jennifer Anderson, Support Services Manager, presented the 2025 update on the Advisory Board of Health's work. She listed the commissioners who served in 2025: Katrina DeVore (Chair), Rebecca Case (Co-Chair), Kelly Howard (Secretary), Rachel Decker, Marcell Johnson, Pixie Pixler, and Joel Schleisman. Support Services Manager Anderson highlighted the board’s 2025 activities and priorities in 2025. She noted mental health, and cannabis would remain as board priorities in 2026, along with refining the new cannabis education website. ITEM #7 CONSENT CALENDAR City Manager Rodriguez presented the consent calendar. a. Approve Disbursements/Claims U.S. BANK 11-14-2025 A/P Checks: (11/1/2025 thru 11/14/2025) $1,471,795.07 Payroll (11-21-2025) $1,395,155.09 TOTAL $2,866,950.16 b. Item moved to section Consideration of Item, if Any Removed From Consent Calendar as item 8a -- Consider approval to set a public hearing to be held on December 09, 2025, to consider the renewal of a Pawnbroker license for 2026 for Metro Pawn and Gun, Inc. Page 10 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -3- November 25, 2025 c. Consider approval of a resolution granting a one-year time extension for Aster Commons. RESOLUTION NO. 12370 RESOLUTION CONSIDERING GRANTING ONE-YEAR TIME EXTENSION FOR ASTER COMMONS. d. Consider approval of the Sentencing to Service Program Services Agreement between Richfield and Hennepin County for calendar years 2026 and 2027. e. Consider approval to forgive two internal Ice Arena loans totaling $472,170 with a transfer from long-term capital reserves. RESOLUTION NO. 12371 AUTHORIZING FULL PAYMENT OF INTERNAL LOANS PREVIOUSLY MADE TO THE ICE ARENA AND AUTHORIZING NECESSARY ACTIONS RELATED THERETO f. Direct staff to adjust the 2025 Revised Budget and transfer $1,800,000 from the Elections Fund to the Long-term Capital Reserve Fund and designate the fund balance for future government building capital projects. MOTION: made by Council Member Hayford Oleary, seconded by Council Member Burk to approve the consent calendar with item 7b moved to item 8a under section 8 Consideration of Items, if any, Removed from Consent Calendar, for further discussion. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #8 CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS, IF ANY, REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR a. (Item 7b moved from Consent Calendar.) Consider approval to set a public hearing to be held on December 09, 2025, to consider the renewal of a Pawnbroker license for 2026 for Metro Pawn and Gun, Inc. City Manager Rodriguez explained item (7b) was pulled from the consent calendar due to a staff error in submitting the published public notice to the newspaper by the required date. She noted Richfield city ordinances require the city council to conduct a public hearing to consider the pawnbroker license renewals and a date to be set for the public hearing. She recommended setting a public hearing for January 13, 2026, instead of December 9, 2025, and extending the current 2025 license to January 14, 2026. Support Services Manager Anderson added that steps have been put in place to prevent missing the publishing deadline in the future, and the pawnshop owner confirmed the January date worked better for his schedule. MOTION: made by Councilmember Hayford Oleary, seconded by Coleman-Woods to approve setting the public hearing for January 13, 2026, to consider renewal of the pawnbroker license for 2026 for Metro Pawn and Gun, Inc., and extending the 2025 pawnbroker license to January 14, 2026. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #9 Page 11 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -4- November 25, 2025 PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Public hearing regarding an Amendment to the 2022 Spending Plan for unobligated tax increment. Council Member Hayford Oleary introduced this item, explaining that in 2021, the state legislature provided temporary authority to use unobligated tax increment from existing districts to stimulate private development. In November 2022, the HRA adopted a spending plan for up to $6,345,000 in unobligated tax increment, with projects required to be under construction by December 31, 2025. The 2025 legislature amended this legislation to extend the deadline to December 31, 2026. Community Development Director Poehlman noted that the HRA unanimously recommended approval of the amended spending plan. The only change to the plan is extending the date to expend the funds. Council Member Hayford Oleary called the public hearing to order at 7:40 PM on November 25, 2025. No residents participated in the public hearing comment opportunity. MOTION: made by Hayford Oleary, seconded by Burk to close the public hearing. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 MOTION: made by Hayford Oleary, seconded by Coleman-Woods to adopt a resolution approving an amendment to the 2022 Spending Plan for Unobligated Tax Increment. RESOLUTION NO. 12372 APPROVING AN AMENDED SPENDING PLAN FOR CERTAIN TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICTS LOCATED IN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 b. Public hearing and consider the approval of new On-Sale Wine and 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor licenses for Brim 2, LLC, dba Brim Restaurant, located at 2910 66th Street West. Council Member Coleman-Woods presented the application for new on-sale wine and 3.2 percent malt liquor licenses for Brim 2 LLC, doing business as Brim Restaurant at 2910 66th Street West. All required documentation was received, fees paid, and the public safety background investigation completed with no issues. Support Services Manager Anderson noted that the owner of Brim could not be present for the hearing but had no additional statements to make. Council Member Coleman-Woods called the public hearing to order at 7:44 PM on November 25, 2025. No residents participated in the public hearing comment opportunity. MOTION: made by Coleman-Woods, seconded by Burk to close the public hearing. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 Page 12 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -5- November 25, 2025 MOTION: made by Coleman-Woods, seconded by Hayford Oleary to approve the On-Sale Wine and 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor licenses for Brim 2, LLC, dba Brim Restaurant, located at 2910 66th Street West. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #10 PROPOSED ORDINANCES None. ITEM #11 RESOLUTIONS a. Consideration of a resolution authorizing the decertification of Tax Increment Financing District No. 2020-2. Council Member Burk presented the TIF District 2020-2 (EMI), established in January 2021 to support a mixed-use development at 101 66th Street East. The project was ultimately abandoned by the developer due to rising construction and material costs. With no remaining obligations and no feasible project before statutory deadlines, staff and the HRA’s financial consultant recommended that the district be decertified. Community Development Director Poehlman clarified that the property is privately owned, and while there is no longer a financial commitment, the city cannot control what happens at the location. The property remains for sale, and when a new proposal is submitted, it will be evaluated like any other land use proposal. MOTION: made by Council Member Burk, seconded by Council Member Hayford Oleary Councilmember Burk moved to approve the resolution authorizing the decertification of Tax Increment Financing District No. 2020-2 EMI. RESOLUTION NO. 12373 APPROVING THE DECERTIFICATION OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 2020-2: EMI Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 b. Consideration of resolutions authorizing the decertification of the Lyndale Gateway / Interchange West and Urban Village Tax Increment Financing Districts. Council Member Hayford Oleary presented two TIF districts that have reached their statutory limits and provided a summary of the two districts. Lyndale Gateway/Interchange West (1999): Created to support several major projects, including the Best Buy headquarters. All bond obligations are complete, and remaining pay-as-you-go notes carry no City or HRA liability. Decertification is expected to add about $1.47 million in tax capacity in 2026, with property values up roughly $70.5 million. Urban Village (1999): Established for mixed-use redevelopment at Lyndale Avenue and 66th Street. Developer assistance was provided through pay-as-you-go notes, with no remaining City or Page 13 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -6- November 25, 2025 HRA obligations. Decertification is projected to add about $1,012,829 in tax capacity in 2026, and property values have increased by approximately $58 million. Council requested a definition of PAYGO notes for public knowledge. Staff clarified a PAYGO note is a tool the City uses to support redevelopment and housing projects. Staff noted after a project is completed, the City issues a pay-as-you-go note, allowing the developer to be reimbursed from the tax increment generated by the increased property value. The financial risk remains with the developer, as the City is not obligated to make payments if the anticipated property value increase does not occur. MOTION: made by Council Member Hayford Oleary, seconded by Council Member Burk approving the decertification of the Interchange West and Lyndale Gateway Tax Increment Financing District. RESOLUTION 12374 APPROVING THE DECERTIFICATION OF THE INTERCHANGE WEST AND LYNDALE GATEWAY TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 MOTION: made by Council Member Hayford Oleary, seconded by Council Member Burk approving the decertification of the Urban Village Tax Increment Financing District. RESOLUTION 12375 APPROVING THE DECERTIFICATION OF THE URBAN VILLAGE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #12 OTHER BUSINESS a. Consider Approval of Preliminary Design Layouts for 2026 Sidewalk Projects. Council Member Coleman-Woods introduced the three pedestrian projects scheduled for 2026 construction, 73rd Street between Portland and Cedar Avenue, 64th Street between Lyndale Avenue and Portland Avenue, and 64th Street and Russell Avenue near Sheridan Hills Elementary. Transportation Engineer Hardegger presented details on the projects, which will add approximately 2 miles of new sidewalk facilities with a combined investment of about $2.9 million. He reported that engagement included mailers, surveys, pop-up events, an open house, and an online comment map, with 83 total touchpoints. Transportation Engineer Hardegger addressed common questions about tree impacts (approximately 46 trees total, with plans to replant), snow removal (one pass by city crews), and assessments (none for sidewalk construction). He presented the scope for each project: • 73rd Street: Three segments with varying widths, connecting to existing paths and providing access to the D Line station and schools. • 64th Street: A 6-foot sidewalk with 6-foot boulevard on the south side, providing a non- motorized railroad crossing and connecting Richfield Lake to Veterans Park. Page 14 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -7- November 25, 2025 • Sheridan Hills: Sidewalks along 64th Street and Russell Avenue with curb extensions to improve safety for students. Transportation Engineer Hardegger noted all three projects received significant grant funding, with some city matching funds. Transportation Engineer Hardegger noted the Transportation Commission recommended approval on November 5, 2025; council approved the preliminary designs for all three projects in separate motions, with each motion receiving unanimous approval. MOTION: made by Coleman-Woods, seconded by Burk to approve the preliminary design layout for sidewalk project located at 73rd Street from Portland Avenue to Cedar Avenue. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 MOTION: made by Coleman-Woods, seconded by Hayford Oleary to approve the preliminary design layout for sidewalk project located at 64th Street from Lyndale Avenue to Portland Avenue. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 MOTION: made by Coleman-Woods, seconded by Burk to approve the preliminary design layout for sidewalk project located at Sheridan Hills Elementary School Area Safe Routes to School. Council thanked staff for their extensive engagement with neighborhood residents. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 b. Consider the appointments of commissioners to city advisory boards and commissions. Council Member Coleman-Woods presented the appointments to fill vacant or expiring terms January 31, 2026, for city advisory boards and commissions. Thirty-seven applicants had applied for 23 positions. The council approved appointments for the following commissions: • Advisory Board of Health: Marcell Johnson, Garrett Draper, Kirsten Norby (with Eric Porter as alternate) • Arts Commission: Stephanie Eaton, John Blackshear, Paul Chillman (with Jacklyn Vollema and Thomas Cassidy as alternates) • Civil Service Commission: Britnie Thomas (with Grace Centini as alternate) • Community Services Commission: David Vries Daniels, Margaux Meyer, Jonathan Doten, Max Weinberger (with Michael Kreblin and David Sperling as alternates) • Human Rights Commission: Angella Mixon, Branon Pulphus, Kim Lutes • Planning Commission: Cole Hooey, Matt Taraldsen, Jeff Waltz • Sustainability Commission: Alexa Wozniak, Katrina DeVore, Ray Sookchain • Transportation Commission: Jacob Olson, Adam Knosalla, Josh Kloehn Council thanked all applicants for their participation. MOTION: made by Coleman-Woods, seconded by Hayford Oleary to approve the appointments to fill the vacant commission seats with the new terms expiring January 31, 2029. AMENDMENT TO MOTION: made by Council Member Coleman-Woods, seconded by Hayford Oleary, to amend the motion to include appointments of alternates to fill vacancies on the Human Rights Commission (Tim Franzen) and Sustainability Commission (Amanda Kueper). Page 15 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -8- November 25, 2025 Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 MOTION AS AMENDED: made by Coleman-Woods, seconded by Hayford Oleary to approve the appointments to fill the vacant commission seats with the new terms expiring January 31, 2029, and approve the amendment to motion to include additional appointment of alternates to fill vacant seats on the Human Rights Commission and the Sustainability Commission. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 c. Consider adoption of a resolution awarding the sale of $6,160,000 General Obligation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A. Council Member Burk presented the item for awarding the sale of $6,160,000 General Obligation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds, Series 2025A, to finance improvements to the Woodlake Nature Center and Veterans Park Complex project. Rebecca Kurtz from Ehlers reported that Standard & Poor's assigned an AA+ rating with a stable outlook, highlighting the city's proximity to the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, stable budget with surpluses, healthy reserves, sophisticated management, and manageable debt burden. Ms. Kurtz reported receiving seven bids, with the lowest from Baird at a true interest cost of 3.0656%, about 29 basis points lower than estimated. She noted that the five-year bonds would be paid solely by sales tax revenues, with a goal of paying off the 2024, 2025, and 2026 sales tax bonds before issuing debt for the community center. MOTION: Council Member Burk, seconded by Hayford Oleary, awarding the sale of General Obligation Sales Tax Bonds, Series 2025a, in the original aggregate principal amount of $6,160,000; Fixing their form and specifications; Directing their execution and delivery; and providing for their payment. RESOLUTION 12376 AWARDING THE SALE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION SALES TAX BONDS, SERIES 2025A, IN THE ORIGINAL AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $6,160,000; FIXING THEIR FORM AND SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTINGTHEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY; AND PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 ITEM #13 CITY MANAGER’S REPORT City Manager Rodriguez thanked residents who spoke about property taxes during the Truth in Taxation hearing that preceded the council meeting. She acknowledged the challenge of keeping property taxes low while delivering expected services amid increasing costs. She also thanked the council and staff for their work on the legislative platform discussed at the earlier work session. ITEM #14 COUNCIL DISCUSSION Page 16 of 111 City Council Meeting Minutes -9- November 25, 2025 a. Hats off to Hometown Hits. Council Member Burk wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving, acknowledging world challenges and encouraged people to find things to be thankful for. Mayor Supple thanked staff for arranging the remote access for Council Member Christensen. Mayor Supple noted the Housing and Redevelopment Authority application deadline is December 15. Mayor Supple thanked everyone involved with the house bonding tour, particularly Representative Howard and staff members. Mayor Supple expressed hope for bonding money to help pay for Nicollet Avenue improvements. ITEM #15 ADJOURNMENT MOTION: made by Council Member Coleman-Woods, seconded by Council Member Burk to adjourn the meeting at 8:27 p.m. Voting Aye: Mayor Supple, Council Member Burk, Council Member Hayford Oleary, Council Member Christensen (remote), and Council Member Coleman-Woods. Motion carried: 5-0 Date Approved: December 9, 2025 Mary Supple Mayor Michelle Friedrich Katie Rodriguez City Clerk City Manager Page 17 of 111 Proclamation of the City of Richfield WHEREAS, International Human Rights Month is celebrated in December to commemorate the proclamation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations on December 10, 1948; and WHEREAS, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been translated into more than 562 languages and has served as a foundation for awareness and advocacy to protect and advance human rights; and WHEREAS, its 30 articles have influenced legislation such as the Minnesota Human Rights Act, which led to the founding of what is now known as the Minnesota Department of Human Rights in 1967; and WHEREAS, the Richfield Human Rights Commission is one of over 37 local commissions throughout the state of Minnesota working to protect civil rights and promote equity and inclusion; and WHEREAS, Minnesota is also home to numerous human rights advocacy organizations that work locally as well as globally, including the Center for Victims of Torture, Alight, and The Advocates for Human Rights; and WHEREAS, progress has been made to advance civil rights for all Minnesotans but stark disparities remain in areas such as health outcomes, access to housing, and quality education; and WHEREAS, Richfield’s mission aspires to provide equitable systems, infrastructure, and services can be leveraged to protect the human rights of its community members; and Now, THEREFORE, I, Mary Supple, mayor of Richfield, on behalf of the Richfield City Council, do hereby proclaim the month of December 2025 as Human Rights Month in the City of Richfield and call on the people of Richfield to observe this month with appropriate programs, activities, and ceremonies. PROCLAIMED this 9th day of December, 2025. Mary B. Supple, Mayor Page 18 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.b. Report Prepared By: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Department Director: Sack Thongvanh, Assistant City Manager Item for Consideration: Consider Adoption of a Resolution Designating Polling Places for 2026. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Minnesota Statute section 204B.16, subd 1 requires the City Council, by ordinance or resolution, to designate polling places for the upcoming year by December 31. Richfield will be administering elections for the Primary Election on Tuesday, August 11, and for the General Election on November 3, 2026. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Adopt a resolution designating polling places for 2026. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Minnesota Statute section 204B.16, subd 1 requires the City Council, by ordinance or resolution, to designate polling places for the upcoming year. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) N/A CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES Polling places must be designated and finalized for the upcoming year by December 31. Any changes to the polling place locations must be made at least 90 days before the August 11, and November 3, 2026, elections. FINANCIAL IMPACT None. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS None. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) None. ATTACHMENTS 1. 2025-12-09 Resolution XXXXX Page 19 of 111 Page 20 of 111 City of Richfield December 9, 2025 County of Hennepin State of Minnesota RESOLUTION NO. XXXXX Motion by: Seconded by: DESIGNATING POLLING PLACES FOR THE PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS IN 2026 WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute 204B.16, subd 1 requires the City Council, by ordinance or resolution, to designate polling places for the upcoming year; and WHEREAS, changes to the polling places locations may be made at least 90 days before the next election if one or more of the authorized polling places becomes unavailable for use; and WHEREAS, changes to the polling place locations may be made in the case of an emergency when it is necessary to ensure a safe and secure location for voting; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City of Richfield hereby designates the following polling place locations for elections conducted in the city in 2026: Precinct No. 1 Church of Peace Ward 1 6345 Xerxes Avenue Precinct No. 2 St. Richard's Catholic Church Ward 1 7540 Penn Avenue Precinct No. 3 Woodlake Lutheran Church Ward 1 2120 W. 76th St. Precinct No. 4 St. Peter's Catholic Church Ward 2 6730 Nicollet Avenue Precinct No. 5 Richfield Community Center Ward 2 7000 Nicollet Avenue Precinct No. 6 Bethel’s Rock Church Ward 2 7601 Girard Avenue Precinct No. 7 Mt. Calvary Education Building Ward 3 6541 16th Avenue Fort Snelling Precinct 1 Precinct No. 8 Hope Presbyterian Education Facility Ward 3 7132 Portland Avenue Precinct No. 9 Church of Assumption Ward 3 305 E 77th Street NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richfield that the nine locations listed above are the designated 2026 polling locations in Richfield. Page 21 of 111 City of Richfield December 9, 2025 County of Hennepin State of Minnesota RESOLUTION NO. XXXXX Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December, 2025. VOTING AYE VOTING NAY Supple, Mary Supple, Mary Burk, Walter Burk, Walter Christensen, Sharon Christensen, Sharon Coleman-Woods, Rori Coleman-Woods, Rori Hayford Oleary, Sean Hayford Oleary, Sean Mary B. Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 22 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.c. Report Prepared By: Courtney DesCamps, Senior Analyst Department Director: Katie Rodriguez, City Manager Item for Consideration: Consider the Adoption of the City’s Legislative Priorities for 2026. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Each year, the City of Richfield adopts its legislative priorities, which outline the City’s positions on key policy issues. This priority list serves as a summary document to guide the City’s legislative advocacy and outreach in the upcoming year. Proposed Top Legislative Priorities: • SUPPORT making 4d(1) aid permanent and ensuring it is available to all impacted cities. Additionally, support provisions that ensure cities are made financially whole. • SUPPORT the repeal or modification of 2024 legislation prohibiting cities from subjecting state licensed group assisted living facilities to city rental licensing requirements. • SUPPORT additional legislation to disrupt the cycle of gun violence, including provisions like stricter gun laws, strengthening existing licensing programs, the ability to ban guns in city-owned spaces, additional funding for mental health and other programs that make our community and staff safer. Recognizing that the problem is complicated, we support solutions that are both common sense and data-driven. • INTRODUCE/SUPPORT reductions in local contributions to County and State projects and limit any long-term ownership and major maintenance responsibility placed on local agencies. • SUPPORT bonding priorities: o SUPPORT Richfield’s bonding request (H.F. 691/S.F. 380) for $10,000,000 to supplement the City’s estimated local cost-share for Hennepin County’s upcoming Nicollet Avenue (CSAH 52) reconstruction project programmed for construction in 2026-2027. o INTRODUCE/SUPPORT a bonding request for $2,500,000 for the Richfield Emergency Water Interconnect project which will hydraulically connect the drinking water systems of Richfield and Minneapolis. The project will provide a clean and reliable secondary source of potable water for the residents and businesses within Richfield in the event of any measurable changes to the water quality for the current (groundwater) Page 23 of 111 source water, cyber-attacks, or unplanned plant outages. Legislative Breakfast City staff will present the city’s adopted legislative platform to elected representatives at the annual legislative breakfast scheduled for January 15, 2026, at 7:45 a.m. Richfield’s legislative delegation will have an opportunity to discuss the priorities, ask questions, and share perspectives. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Adopt the proposed legislative priorities for 2026. Formal adoption indicates the City Council’s support for these priorities as being in the best interest of the community and increases visibility for the issues. HISTORICAL CONTEXT A Council work session was held on November 25, 2025, where staff presented the proposed 2026 legislative priorities. City Council reviewed and discussed the priorities before final adoption. Staff has incorporated changes based on the feedback provided during that work session. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS Equity Consideration: The included legislative priorities improve equity by enacting policies that dismantle systemic barriers and opposing laws that perpetuate inequalities. The City hopes that through the included priorities we can increase opportunities, safeguard marginalized communities, and help begin to address historical injustices. Strategic Considerations: The intent of many of the the included legislative priorities is to strengthen or maintain the city's ability to provide a high level of service to our residents. The included priorities touch on all five of the cities adopted priorities included in the Strategic Plan. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES FINANCIAL IMPACT There may be public expenditures associated with the priorities if specific projects are selected to receive the requested funding from the State. If that occurs, the actual funding structure will be presented at a future City Council meeting. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) The City Council may choose not to adopt the legislative priorities or may adopt a modified list. ATTACHMENTS Page 24 of 111 1. 2026 Legislative Priorities Page 25 of 111 CITY OF RICHFIELD 2026 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Richfield staff is available to provide detailed information on any of the items listed on this handout and to provide testimony. THE CITY OF RICHFIELD… Support legislation that addresses the widening existing economic, racial, health and education gaps, and the adverse impacts a warming climate will have on our most vulnerable communities. As a city, we are providing local tools and support for residents, but there is need for more relief and legislation beyond city-level jurisdiction. We continue to support collaborative efforts with its representatives on legislation that expands labor rights, housing affordability and protections, as well as access to affordable healthcare. Support local officials who know what tools and programs best support our residents. We support local decision-making authority and oppose statutory changes that erode local authority and decision making. Oppose the imposition of legislative mandates that increase local costs without a corresponding state appropriation or funding mechanism. Unfunded mandates may increase local property taxes and this additional cost impedes cities’ ability to fund traditional services. Contact: Mary Supple, Mayor, 612-866-8829, MSupple@richfieldmn.gov Katie Rodriguez, City Manager, 612-861-9702, KRodriguez@richfieldmn.gov TOP LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES • SUPPORT making 4d(1) aid permanent and ensuring it is available to all impacted cities. Additionally, support provisions that ensure cities are made financially whole. • SUPPORT the repeal or modification of 2024 legislation prohibiting cities from subjecting state licensed group assisted living facilities to city rental licensing requirements. • SUPPORT additional legislation to disrupt the cycle of gun violence, including provisions like stricter gun laws, strengthening existing licensing programs, the ability to ban guns in city-owned spaces, additional funding for mental health and other programs that make our community and staff safer. Recognizing that the problem is complicated, we support solutions that are both common sense and data-driven. • INTRODUCE/SUPPORT reductions in local contributions to County and State projects and limit any long-term ownership and major maintenance responsibility placed on local agencies. • SUPPORT Richfield’s bonding priorities: o SUPPORT Richfield’s bonding request (H.F. 691/S.F. 380) for $10,000,000 to supplement the City’s estimated local cost-share for Hennepin County’s upcoming Nicollet Avenue (CSAH 52) reconstruction project programmed for construction in 2026-2027. o INTRODUCE/SUPPORT a bonding request for $2,500,000 for the Richfield Emergency Water Interconnect project which will hydraulically connect the drinking water systems of Richfield and Minneapolis. The project will provide a clean and reliable secondary source of potable water for Page 26 of 111 CITY OF RICHFIELD 2026 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Richfield staff is available to provide detailed information on any of the items listed on this handout and to provide testimony. the residents and businesses within Richfield in the event of any measurable changes to the water quality for the current (groundwater) source water, cyber-attacks, or unplanned plant outages. Contact: Katie Rodriguez, City Manager, 612-861-9702, KRodriguez@richfieldmn.gov Courtney DesCamps, Senior Analyst, 612-861-9712, CDesCamps@richfieldmn.gov ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES • SUPPORT continued funding to fully reimburse cities for the cost of providing health insurance coverage to police officers and firefighters who are disabled or killed in the line of duty. • SUPPORT reimbursement to cities for the cost of covering employees who are out on military leave. • SUPPORT legislation that would provide ongoing full state funding for the 2023 duty disability law that includes paid time off for mental health treatment, emotional trauma training for pre-service and in- service for police and fire, in addition to initiatives and programs that provide peer support, emotional trauma training, early intervention, and mental health treatment for law enforcement. • SUPPORT a legislative solution to modernize funding for public communications, including public access channel programming and the distribution of public information. • SUPPORT the creation of a dedicated state grant program to help municipalities strengthen their cybersecurity program. This program would provide essential funding for cities like Richfield to conduct security risk assessments, upgrade critical infrastructure, invest in modern security tools, and provide mandatory cybersecurity awareness training for all employees. • SUPPORT implementing direct balloting for the full 46 days of early/absentee voting to streamline procedures, reduce burdens on local municipalities, and improve overall efficiency for both voters and election staff. Contact: Sack Thongvanh, Assistant City Manager, 612-861-9708, SThongvanh@richfieldmn.gov COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Page 27 of 111 CITY OF RICHFIELD 2026 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Richfield staff is available to provide detailed information on any of the items listed on this handout and to provide testimony. • SUPPORT amending Minn. Stat. 504B.321, Subd. 1a increasing written notice to tenants before an eviction action is begun for nonpayment of rent or another financial obligation to 30 days. • SUPPORT allowing a percentage of LAHA funds to be put toward administrative costs, similar to TIF, Federal Section 8, and local Bring it Home MN programs. • SUPPORT legislation to allow two-family and accessory dwelling units by-right but retain local autonomy in the development and approval of official controls. • SUPPORT legislation prohibiting housing discrimination of Section 8 and other rental assistance voucher holders. • SUPPORT transfer of pooled tax increment to Affordable Housing Trust Funds on a permanent basis. Contact: Melissa Poehlman, Community Development Director, 612-861-9766, MPoehlman@richfieldmn.gov FINANCE • SUPPORT maintaining and increasing Local Government Aid (LGA). • SUPPORT current formula and distribution of fiscal disparities. Oppose shifting to specific project- based funding. Contact: Mary Bogie, Finance Director, 612-861-9723, MBogie@richfieldmn.gov FIRE • SUPPORT the ability of local governments to set standards for emergency medical services that best meet the needs of their communities. • SUPPORT efforts to protect and strengthen firefighter pensions to maintain recruitment, retention, and long-term sustainability. • SUPPORT local control over building and fire codes, including the preservation of requirements for automatic fire sprinkler systems and modern safety standards. • SUPPORT statewide efforts to reduce risks associated with lithium-ion battery fires, including funding for mitigation, training, and public education initiatives. • OPPOSE proposals to legalize and expand consumer fireworks, which increase community risk and strain public safety resources. Contact: Jenell Brooks, Fire Chief, 612-243-4502, JenellBrooks@richfieldmn.gov Page 28 of 111 CITY OF RICHFIELD 2026 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Richfield staff is available to provide detailed information on any of the items listed on this handout and to provide testimony. PUBLIC SAFETY • SUPPORT reinstating funding for mandated POST Board training. The Philando Castile Training Fund was reduced by 1.1 million dollars in 2025, and the $3 million in base statewide training funding ends after the current biennium. • SUPPORT enhancing the crime of illegal possession of a firearm from a gross misdemeanor to a felony. Currently, the level of crime does not match the dangerous impact it has on communities. • SUPPORT establishing enhanced penalties for illegal gun possession or use in Minnesota Statute Chapter 624, similar to the enhanced penalties for “Drug Free Zones” defined in Minnesota Statute 152.01. • SUPPORT amending state statute to increase penalties for violent felons in possession of firearms and for straw purchases and illegal sales of firearms from licensed gun dealers. This legislation includes mandatory minimum sentences for such violent crimes. • SUPPORT revisions to the ERPO statute. Remove the requirement for law enforcement to compensate respondents for surrendered firearms in Minnesota Statute 624.7175(a). Allow temporary seizure of firearms upon ERPO application, with return of firearms if the ERPO is denied. • SUPPORT increasing the penalty for impersonating a police officer from a misdemeanor to a felony. SUPPORT prohibiting display or use of law enforcement equipment on non law enforcement vehicles by expanding Minnesota Statute 609.4751. • SUPPORT mandatory minimum sentences for fleeing in a motor vehicle due to increasing incidents and public safety risks. • SUPPORT increased funding for Violent Crime Enforcement Teams to sustain operations and address illegal firearms, narcotics, and gang activity. • SUPPORT clarification of the Clean Slate Act to resolve conflicts between Minnesota Statutes 609A.015, 13.82, and 13.03 regarding data classification and disclosure. • SUPPORT for local law enforcement agencies use of photo technology to enforce traffic laws. Sworn and nonsworn local law enforcement officers should have the express authority to issue citations for traffic violations by mail where the violation is detected with photographic evidence. Contact: Jay Henthorne, Public Safety Director, 612-861-9828, JHenthorne@richfieldmn.gov Page 29 of 111 CITY OF RICHFIELD 2026 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Richfield staff is available to provide detailed information on any of the items listed on this handout and to provide testimony. PUBLIC WORKS • SUPPORT modifications to the Municipal State Aid (MSA) Design Standards to allow municipalities to use 10 foot wide lanes without a variance and to allow the use of additional design guidance when appropriate to meet a community’s specific needs. • SUPPORT a state-wide, comprehensive, and stable source of funding for water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure to address Minnesota’s aging infrastructure and to ensure affordability for Minnesota communities so they can remain a great place to live and competitive place to do business. • OPPOSE any legislation or rule change that limits local authority related to use of public rights-of-way (small cell, for example). • SUPPORT state laws that provide limited liability to commercial salt applicators that are certified through an established voluntary salt applicator certification program. Contact: Kristin Asher, Public Works Director, 612-861-9795, KAsher@richfieldmn.gov RECREATION AND SUSTAINABILITY • SUPPORT an amendment to Minn. Stat. § 462.358 to allow park dedication fees on new housing units and new commercial and industrial development without the requirement that land be subdivided. • SUPPORT an amendment to the Citizens Personal Protection Act that would allow cities to prohibit firearms in city-owned buildings, facilities, and parks. • SUPPORT an increase in state and county funding for local recreational assets including access to new funding sources at the state and federal levels. • SUPPORT allocating 100% of State Revenue from the Solid Waste Management Tax (SCORE) to County Waste Management Efforts. • SUPPORT passage of Truth in Labeling for Recycling (previously dropped from the compostable products bill). • SUPPORT establishment of Building Performance Standards. • SUPPORT establishment of a Right to Cooling Standard. • OPPOSE closure of the HERC without meeting necessary waste reduction goals including 85% recycling diversion rate in Hennepin County and a plan for the waste currently handled by the facility. • Support consistency in method of sale, labeling, and advertising in support of consumers who utilize Minnesota's growing public charging network. But Oppose the requirement for a public charging operator’s license and the new annual $100 inspection fee per port for retail EVSE. Contact: Karl Huemiller, Recreation Services Director, 612-861-9387, KHuemiller@richfieldmn.gov Page 30 of 111 CITY OF RICHFIELD 2026 LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES Richfield staff is available to provide detailed information on any of the items listed on this handout and to provide testimony. FEDERAL • OPPOSE federal legislation that would redefine hemp and cap total THC at 0.4mg per container, which would invalidate Minnesota-legal THC beverages and edibles, a growing and popular industry. Minnesota has established a strong regulatory framework, and federal restrictions would abruptly end a compliant, well-regulated industry. • OPPOSE any effort to rescind or “claw back” federal grants or aid previously committed to local governments and other public agencies, including efforts to redirect or cancel existing allocations after they’ve been approved. • Rep. Omar/Federal – Advocate for Richfield’s Community Project Funding (CPF) requests in Congress submitted to the Appropriations Committee by Rep. Omar: o FY 2026 – Emergency Water Interconnect Project ($5,000,000 est. total cost). If given the opportunity, the city intends to submit this project to the Appropriations Committee via Rep. Omar’s CPF solicitation for FY 2026. This project would see the construction of a physical water system connection to Minneapolis’ network to ensure water supply redundancy in the event of an emergency or other event that might impair the Richfield Water Treatment Plant. Currently, no such emergency connection exists. Page 31 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.d. Report Prepared By: Jennifer Anderson, Support Services Manager Department Director: Jay Henthorne, Police Chief Item for Consideration: Consider approval for a Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor license for the Blessed Trinity Catholic School, located at St. Richard's Catholic Church, 7540 Penn Avenue South, for their 2026 Sno*ball Dance taking place January 31, 2026. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On November 19, 2025, the City received application materials for a Temporary On- Sale Intoxicating Liquor license for the Blessed Trinity Catholic School, located at St. Richard's Catholic Church, 7540 Penn Avenue South, for their 2026 Sno*ball Dance taking place January 31, 2026. They will serve intoxicating liquor, wine and 3.2 percent malt liquor from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, only. They will provide food and snacks for dinner. The Blessed Trinity Catholic School has contacted food sanitarians from the City of Bloomington to ensure proper food handling practices are followed. The Director of Public Safety has reviewed all required information and documents and has found no basis for denial. The City Council has previously granted this license in conjunction with this event. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Approve issuance of a Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor license for the Blessed Trinity Catholic School, located at St.Richard's Catholic Church, 7540 Penn Avenue South for their 2026 Sno*ball Dance taking place January 31, 2026. HISTORICAL CONTEXT The applicant has satisfied the following requirements for the issuance of this license: The required licensing fee has been paid. Proof of liquor liability insurance has been provided showing the Catholic Mutual Relief Society of America affording the coverage. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) Richfield City Code Section 1202.05 requires all applicants to comply with all of the provisions of this code, as well as the provisions of Minnesota Statute Chapter 340A. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES Page 32 of 111 The event takes place on January 31, 2026; therefore, consideration of the license is required at the City Council's December 09, 2025 meeting. FINANCIAL IMPACT The required licensing fees have been received. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS There are no legal considerations. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) The Council could deny the approval of the Temporary On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor license for the Blessed Trinity Catholic School. This would mean the applicant would not be able to serve intoxicating liquor, wine or 3.2 percent malt liquor; however, Public Safety has not found any basis for denial. ATTACHMENTS None Page 33 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.e. Report Prepared By: Jennifer Anderson, Support Services Manager Department Director: Jay Henthorne, Police Chief Item for Consideration: Consider approval of the second amendment to the Response Sustainability Grant agreement with the City of Bloomington. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Response Sustainability grant funds are specifically appropriated for public health emergency preparedness and response work. The purpose of this funding and agreement is to support a robust response to emergencies through planning, training, exercises, and response at the local level. Grant activities will align with the approved areas of focus, which include workforce capacity, sustainability, health equity and communication. The City Council approved the first amendment to the agreement at the June 10, 2025, City Council meeting. The second amendment adds FY2026 funds to the agreement and extends the term of the agreement to June 30, 2027. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Approve the second amendment to the Response Sustainability agreement with the City of Bloomington. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Public health departments receive annual Public Health Emergency Preparedness/Cities Readiness Initiative (PHEP/CRI) funding that enhances preparedness in the nation’s largest population centers, where nearly 60% of the population resides. The program prepares jurisdictions to effectively respond to large public health emergencies with life-saving medicines and medical supplies. State and large metropolitan public health departments use CRI funding to develop, test, and maintain emergency response plans. These plans detail how health departments will quickly receive medical countermeasures from the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) and distribute them to local communities. The Response Sustainability agreement will specifically address the four focus areas mentioned in the Executive Summary; workforce capacity, sustainability, health equity, and communication. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS Page 34 of 111 Response Sustainability funding specifically calls out health equity and the need to ensure preparedness plans and activities address health equity gaps and populations, including finding new equity partners to bring into the work. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) Public Health departments across Minnesota are mandated by Minnesota Statute 145A to provide 6 areas of public health responsibilities: Assure an adequate local public health infrastructure Promote healthy communities and healthy behaviors Prevent the spread of communicable disease Protect against environmental health hazards Prepare for and respond to emergencies Assure health services CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES There are no critical timing issues. FINANCIAL IMPACT Richfield's allotment of Response Sustainability funds is $99,834.00 for work between July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027. The agreement with Bloomington is for $94,834.00. Richfield will use this funding to pay for Response Sustainability agreement services with the City of Bloomington. The remaining $5,000 will be used for an equipment purchase approved by the Minnesota Department of Health. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS The City Attorney has reviewed the agreement and approves of its contents. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) The City Council could decide not to approve the agreement and direct staff on how to proceed. ATTACHMENTS 1. City of Richfield - RSG Second Amendment (002) Page 35 of 111 Agreement ID: 2025-1580 SECOND AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MINNESOTA CITIES OF BLOOMINGTON AND RICHFIELD THIS SECOND AMENDMENT is made on ____________________ by and between CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA, a Minnesota municipal corporation located at 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431 (“Bloomington”), and CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA, a Minnesota municipal corporation located at 6700 Portland Avenue, Richfield, Minnesota 55423 (“Richfield”). Bloomington and Richfield are herein referred to collectively as the “Parties.” WHEREAS, Bloomington and Richfield are parties to an Agreement dated January 1, 2024, (Agreement ID - 2024-083), as amended by First Amendment dated June 23, 2025 (Agreement ID 2025-0540) pursuant to which Bloomington is responsible for providing the residents of Richfield with Response Sustainability Services (“Agreement”); and WHEREAS, the term of the Agreement ends June 30, 2026. Richfield and Bloomington desire to amend the Agreement to extend the term until June 30, 2027; and WHEREAS, Bloomington and Richfield desire to amend the Agreement to include additional services as detailed in Exhibit D; and WHEREAS, Bloomington and Richfield desire to amend the Agreement to increase the total amount of work authorized, including reimbursable expenses, by $94,834.00 for a total contract not-to-exceed of $303,795.00; and NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms and conditions expressed in this Second Amendment, Bloomington and Richfield agree as follows: 1. Paragraph 1 of the Agreement shall be amended to read: “Services to be Provided: Bloomington agrees to provide the residents of Richfield with Response Sustainability Services as described in the Scope of Services attached to this Agreement as Exhibits A, B, C and D or any supplemental letter agreements, or both entered into between Bloomington and Richfield (“Services”). The Services referenced in the attached Exhibits A, B, C and D or any supplemental letter agreements shall be incorporated into this Agreement by reference. All Services shall be provided in a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by contractors currently providing similar services.” 2. Paragraph 2 of the Agreement shall be amended to read: “Time for Completion. This Agreement shall remain in force and effect commencing from January 1, 2024 and continuing until the earlier of June 30, 2027 or completion of the Services unless terminated by either party or amended pursuant to the Agreement.” 3. Paragraph 3 of the Agreement shall be amended to read: “Consideration: The consideration, which Richfield shall pay to Bloomington, shall not exceed $303,795.00, as set forth in Exhibits A, B, C and D and incorporated into this Agreement.” Page 36 of 111 2 4. All other terms and conditions of the Agreement not modified by this Second Amendment shall remain in full force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties to the Agreement have caused this Second Amendment to be executed the day and year first above written. CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA BloomingtonSign DATED: DateBloomingtonSigns BY: ________________________________ Its: Mayor BloomingtonSignTitle DATED: DateBloomingtonSigns BY: ________________________________ Its: City Manager Reviewed and approved by the Bloomington Attorney. BloomingtonAttySign ____________________________________ Melissa J. Manderschied CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA RichfieldSigner DATED: Richfielddate BY: ________________________________ Its: Mayorchfieldtitle DATED: Richfielddate BY: ________________________________ Its: City Manager Richfieldtitle Page 37 of 111 3 EXHIBIT D TO PUBLIC HEALTH RESPONSE SUSTAINABILITY SERVICES SECOND AMENDMENT BETWEEN THE MINNESOTA CITIES OF BLOOMINGTON AND RICHFIELD TERMS OF PAYMENT A. The Parties agree to allocate the costs of the Services in accordance with each city’s share of the total services provided by Bloomington to all three cities (Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield) as identified below. During the term of this Agreement, Richfield shall pay Bloomington the total not-to- exceed amount of $303,795.00 for Response Sustainability Services. Share of total cost Allocation Method Bloomington Edina Richfield Costs shared equally with an adjustment for social vulnerability index of each city 39% 32% 29% B. Bloomington will provide quarterly itemized invoices to Richfield on the following: Invoice Dates: July 15, 2026 October 15, 2026 January 15, 2027 April 15, 2027 July 15, 2027 C. Richfield shall make payment to Bloomington within 30 days of receipt of Bloomington’s invoice. Page 38 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.f. Report Prepared By: Jennifer Anderson, Support Services Manager Department Director: Jay Henthorne, Police Chief Item for Consideration: Consider approval of the sixth amendment to the local public health services agreement with the City of Bloomington for 2026. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City of Richfield has had a public health contract with the City of Bloomington to provide public health services on Richfield's behalf for 49 years. The amendment to the public health contract requires City Council approval and reflects a 4 percent increase over the 2025 amendment amount. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Approve the sixth amendment to the agreement with the City of Bloomington for the provision of public health services for the City of Richfield for 2026. HISTORICAL CONTEXT In 1977, the State of Minnesota enacted the Community Health Services Act, which transferred the responsibility for the administration of public health programs to local jurisdictions. The State also provided funds for the program and encouraged local jurisdictions to increase the efficiency of their programs by grouping together whenever it made sense to do so. Richfield entered into a contractual agreement with Bloomington at that time and the program has been administered under a contract with them since. The Act was revised in 2003 and is now referred to as the Local Public Health Act. The contract amount for providing public health services in 2026 reflects a 4% increase over the 2025 contract amount. The contract amount for 2026 is $355,847; with the 2025 contract amount having been $342,160. In 2004, changes were made to the Public Health Act at the State level to make reporting, accountability, and record keeping more efficient. Those changes also "regrouped" a large number of funding sources into one, which gives more personalization of the funds for the best specific user of the dollars within the community to be used in conjunction with subsidy guidelines. It is now referred to as the Local Public Health grant. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS Public Health services in Richfield are provided to all residents, which include activities designed to protect and promote the health of the general population within a Page 39 of 111 community by emphasizing the prevention of disease, injury, disability, and preventable death through the promotion of effective coordination and use of community resources. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) Community Health Boards are mandated by Minnesota State Statute 145A to perform core public health services, which are funded by a combination of local, state and federal dollars. Local public health departments partner with other government agencies and community organizations such as schools, law enforcement, social services, nonprofits, and health care providers to coordinate high quality, collaborative public health programs that fulfill state mandates and address local health priorities. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES There are no critical timing issues. FINANCIAL IMPACT The contract amount for providing public health services in 2026 reflects a 4% increase over the 2025 contract amount. The contract amount for 2026 is $355,847; with the 2025 contract amount having been $342,160. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS The City Attorney has reviewed the amendment and approves of its contents. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) The City Council could deny the amendment to the contract and public health services provided by Bloomington Public Health Department would no longer be provided for the City of Richfield. ATTACHMENTS 1. City of Richfield - Sixth Amendment LPH Services (002) Page 40 of 111 Agreement ID: 2025-1537 SIXTH AMENDMENT TO LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MINNESOTA CITIES OF BLOOMINGTON AND RICHFIELD THIS SIXTH AMENDMENT is made on ______________________ by and between CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, a Minnesota municipal corporation located at 1800 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, Minnesota 55431 (“Bloomington”), and CITY OF RICHFIELD, a Minnesota municipal corporation, located at 6700 Portland Avenue, Richfield, Minnesota 55423 (“Richfield”), each a “Party” and collectively the “Parties.” WHEREAS, Bloomington and Richfield are parties to an Agreement dated January 1, 2020 (Agreement ID 2019-650), as amended by a First Amendment dated December 29, 2020 (Agreement ID 2020-518), as amended by a Second Amendment dated January 21, 2022 (Agreement ID 2021-766), as amended by a Third Amendment dated December 4, 2022 (Agreement ID 2022-832), as amended by a Fourth Amendment dated December 28, 2023 (Agreement ID 2023-803), as amended by a Fifth Amendment dated February 17, 2025 (Agreement ID 2025-006) pursuant to which Bloomington is responsible for providing Public Health Services to residents of Richfield (“Agreement”); and WHEREAS, the term of the Agreement ends December 31, 2025. Parties desire to amend the Agreement to extend the term until December 31, 2026; and WHEREAS, Parties desire to amend the Agreement to include additional services for the 2026 contract year as set forth in Exhibit M, and updated pricing for the 2026 contract year as set forth in Exhibit N; and WHEREAS, Parties desire to amend the Agreement to increase the total amount of work authorized, including reimbursable expenses, by $355,847.00 for a total contract not-to-exceed amount of $2,123,007.00; and NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms and conditions expressed in this Sixth Amendment, Parties agree as follows: 1. Paragraph 1 of the Agreement shall be amended to read: “Services to be Provided: Bloomington agrees to provide the residents of Richfield with Public Health Services as set forth in Bloomington’s Scope of Services attached to this Agreement as Exhibits A, C, E, G, H, I, K, and M or any supplemental letter agreements entered into between the Parties (“Services”). The Services referenced in the attached Exhibits A, C, E, G, H, I, K and M or any supplemental letter agreements shall be incorporated into this Agreement by reference. All Services shall be provided in a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by contractors currently providing similar services.” 2. Paragraph 2 of the Agreement shall be amended to read: “Time for Completion. This Agreement shall remain in force and effect commencing from January 1, 2026, and continuing until December 31, 2026, unless terminated by either Party or amended pursuant to the Agreement.” Page 41 of 111 2 3. Paragraph 3 of the Agreement shall be amended to read: “Consideration: The consideration, which Richfield shall pay to Bloomington and shall not exceed $2,123,007.00, pursuant to the terms of the payment set forth in Exhibit N and incorporated into this Agreement. 4. All other terms and conditions of the Agreement not modified by this Sixth Amendment shall remain in full force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties to the Agreement have caused this Sixth Amendment to be executed the day and year first above written. CITY OF BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA DATED:_______________________ BY:________________________________ Its: Mayor DATED:_______________________ BY:________________________________ Its: City Manager Reviewed and approved by the City Attorney. __________________________________ City Attorney CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA DATED:_______________________ BY:________________________________ Its: Mayor DATED:_______________________ BY:________________________________ Its: City Manager Page 42 of 111 3 EXHIBIT M TO LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MINNESOTA CITIES OF BLOOMINGTON AND RICHFIELD SCOPE OF SERVICES 1. Bloomington agrees to provide residents of Richfield with Public Health Services, which include activities designed to protect and promote the health of the general population within a community health service area by emphasizing the prevention of disease, injury, disability, and preventable death through the promotion of effective coordination and use of community resources, and by extending Public Health Services into the community. 2. Bloomington agrees to provide Public Health Services to the residents of Richfield in a manner consistent with the level of care and skill ordinarily exercised, and utilizing the same quality and kind of personnel, equipment and facilities, as Public Health Services are provided and rendered to residents of Bloomington. 3. Bloomington shall provide the Public Health Services pursuant hereto on a confidential basis, using capable, trained professionals. 4. Bloomington shall require medical malpractice insurance coverage by its physicians and other licensed professionals with whom Bloomington has a contract for professional services. 5. All Public Health Services to be rendered hereunder by Bloomington shall be rendered pursuant to and subject to public health policies, rules, and procedures now or hereafter, from time to time, adopted by the Bloomington City Council, and in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. 6. It shall be Bloomington's sole responsibility to determine the qualifications, functions, training, and performance standards for all personnel rendering Public Health Services under this Agreement. 7. Bloomington will communicate with Richfield relative to Public Health Services to be performed hereunder, in the form of reports, conferences, or consultations, as Richfield shall request. All reports relating to the provision of Public Health Services that are given by Bloomington to the Bloomington City Council or to the Bloomington City Manager during the term of this Agreement shall also be given to Richfield. 8. Bloomington also agrees to send to Richfield an annual report Page 43 of 111 4 describing the Public Health Services performed pursuant to this Agreement. Said report shall be in such detail and form as Richfield may reasonably request. Also, at Richfield’s request, made not more than five (5) times during the term of this Agreement, responsible administrative officers of Bloomington's Division of Public Health shall attend meetings of the Richfield City Council, or appropriate board or commission, to answer questions and give further information relative to the activities performed and Public Health Services rendered under this Agreement. 9. Bloomington will also provide services to Richfield for Title V Maternal Child Health (MCH) and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) to qualifying women, infants, children and adolescents. Richfield agrees to assign its rights to Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) funding provided for the MCH and TANF programs for fiscal year 2026 to Bloomington. Bloomington will complete all required services, reports and documentation for these programs and will directly invoice MDH for the MCH and TANF services that Bloomington provides to Richfield residents. Page 44 of 111 5 EXHIBIT N TO LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MINNESOTA CITIES OF BLOOMINGTON AND RICHFIELD TERMS OF PAYMENT 1. The parties agree to allocate the costs of the Services in accordance with each city's share of the total services provided by Bloomington to all three cities (Bloomington, Edina, and Richfield) as identified below. 2. Richfield shall pay Bloomington the total not-to-exceed amount of $2,123,007.00 for Services during the term of this Agreement. Share of total cost Allocation method Description of Service Bloomington Edina Richfield Agreed-upon Administration and 65% 17.5% 17.5% percentage of Planning & Health cost Promotion infrastructure (fixed) Internal service 80% 10% 10% charges Accreditation 33% 33% 33% By population (as estimated by the American Community Survey) DP&C Community Resource Team Outbreak response SHIP 49% 30% 21% By number of Maternal Health clients in each city Clinical Services (changes annually) Share of total cost will change each year based on # of clients per city, according to the following formula: (Clients served in Richfield) ------------------------------------------ = share of total cost (Clients served in all three cities) Direct expense All others Cost of service provided Page 45 of 111 6 3. Bloomington will invoice Richfield for the Services according to the following terms: Invoice Date Amount April 15, 2026 $88,961.75 July 15, 2026 $88,961.75 October 15, 2026 $88,961.75 January 15, 2027 $88,961.75 4. Richfield shall make payment to Bloomington within thirty (30) days of receipt after Bloomington's invoice. Page 46 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.g. Report Prepared By: Jennifer Anderson, Support Services Manager Department Director: Jay Henthorne, Police Chief Item for Consideration: Consider the renewal of the 2026 licenses for On-Sale Intoxicating, Club, On-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor and Wine, and Off-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor doing business in Richfield. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Staff completed a staff report for each business at the time they originally applied for and received Council approval to sell On-Sale Intoxicating, Club, On and Off-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor and Wine in the City of Richfield. This is simply a request to renew their annual license for 2026. There is not a public hearing requirement for renewals for these types of licenses. The businesses named in this report are presented for Council’s approval. License to sell Wine & 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor - ON SALE License to sell 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor - OFF SALE Davanni's Assal/Winner Gas/Pump N Munch Dragon Pot La Vaquita 2 Joy's Pattaya La Vaquita Short Stop K-ChiMac Portland Food Mart Kataki Richfield Minnoco My Burger Target Corporation Patrick's Bakery Speedway #4186 Sandy's Tavern Speedway #4188 Speedway #4191 On Sale Intoxicating Speedway #4615 El Tejaban Fireside Foundry Frenchman's Pub Giordano's Los Sanchez Taqueria Lyndale Smokehouse Pizza Luce Fred Babcock VFW Post 5555 (Club) RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Page 47 of 111 1. Approve the 2026 renewal of named business licenses for On-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor & Wine establishments doing business in Richfield. 2. Approve the 2026 renewal of named business licenses for Off-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor establishments doing business in Richfield. 3. Approve the 2026 renewal of named business licenses for On-Sale Intoxicating and Club Liquor establishments doing business in Richfield. HISTORICAL CONTEXT • The listed businesses current licenses will expire on December 31, 2025. • The businesses named above with the corresponding licenses are presented for Council’s approval on this date. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS The business licensing renewal process is standard business for the City. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) • All businesses must annually request renewal of their On-Sale Intoxicating, Club, On-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor & Wine and Off-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor licenses to the City Council. • Businesses must meet the requirements for renewal of their licenses. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES There are no additional critical timing issues. FINANCIAL IMPACT All license fees must be paid and application forms submitted in order to be considered for license renewal. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS There are no additional legal issues. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) Deny the request for the renewal of 2026 licenses for On-Sale Intoxicating, Club, On- Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor & Wine and Off-Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor doing business in Richfield. This would result in the applicants not being able to conduct business within the City in 2026; however, there have been no issues with any of these listed establishments and the Public Safety Department has found no reason to deny any of the requested licenses. ATTACHMENTS 1. Background Summaries for Alcohol licenses Page 48 of 111 Page 49 of 111 Page 50 of 111 Page 51 of 111 Page 52 of 111 Page 53 of 111 Page 54 of 111 Page 55 of 111 Page 56 of 111 Page 57 of 111 Page 58 of 111 Page 59 of 111 Page 60 of 111 Page 61 of 111 Page 62 of 111 Page 63 of 111 Page 64 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.h. Report Prepared By: Jay Henthorne, Police Chief Department Director: Jay Henthorne, Police Chief Item for Consideration: Consider the adoption of a resolution authorizing Richfield Public Safety/Police Department to accept donations from the listed agencies, businesses and private individuals for designated uses. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Throughout the year, donations are received from various agencies, businesses and private individuals to be used for special events or programs sponsored by the Police Department. The donations are for community engagement events and are solicited by the Department. This resolution authorizes the acceptance of $40,699.00 in donations. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Adopt a resolution authorizing Richfield Public Safety/Police Department to accept donations from the listed agencies, businesses and private individuals for designated uses. HISTORICAL CONTEXT The Department of Public Safety/Police holds several annual events that require outside funding to occur. Staff members solicit donations from business and/or individuals to support these programs. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS Many of the community events that are funded by donations are organized and planned with a focus on underserved and historically excluded populations. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES Donations have been received and applied to the designated areas as indicated by the donors. FINANCIAL IMPACT • Financial donations have been deposited in the funds supporting the designated programs. • All of the donations listed below were given without obligation to provide any additional matching funds: Page 65 of 111 Community Engagement: DONOR AMOUNT Best Buy $750.00 Gordon Vizecky $40.00 ALA Unit 435 $100.00 Nancy Guelich $100.00 JCPP Community Engagement: DONOR AMOUNT Richfield Bloomington Honda $1,500.00 Target (gift cards) $850.00 Medica $1,000.00 Alzheimer’s Association $50.00 Minnesota Mental Health Community $50.00 Target (gift cards) $2,000.00 Hope Church $1,500.00 Centro Tyrone Guzman $50.00 Canes (Kids meal certificates) $12,000.00 Three Rivers Park District (Skyline Donation) $540.00 United Way Filled (587) backpacks $15,000.00 Dairy Queen Lyndale (400 Dilly Bars) $500.00 Hennepin County Outreach (Donated Space for Children’s Day) $275.00 Hennepin County Outreach (Supplies for Children’s day) $494.00 Frito Lay - Chips for Children’s Day $300.00 Fairview (60 Helmets for active outdoor) $2,100.00 Home Depot (Workshop) Unity $1,500.00 LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS Minnesota Statute 465.03 requires every acceptance of a grant or devise of real or personal property be received by resolution and adopted by two-thirds majority of the City Council. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) Council could disapprove the acceptance of the donations for the events and the monetary donations would have to be returned to the issuing agency/business/individual. ATTACHMENTS 1. 2025 Resolution for Donations Page 66 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RICHFIELD PUBLIC SAFETY/POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT DONATIONS FROM THE LISTED AGENCIES, BUSINESSES AND PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS FOR DESIGNATED USES WHEREAS, the Department of Public Safety/Police Division, through its Director, received checks from the following for Community Engagement Community Engagement: DONOR AMOUNT Best Buy $750.00 Gordon Vizecky $40.00 ALA Unit 435 $100.00 Nancy Guelich $100.00 JCPP Community Engagement: DONOR AMOUNT Richfield Bloomington Honda $1,500.00 Target (gift cards) $850.00 Medica $1,000.00 Alzheimer’s Association $50.00 Minnesota Mental Health Community $50.00 Target (gift cards) $2,000.00 Hope Church $1,500.00 Centro Tyrone Guzman $50.00 Canes (Kids meal certificates) $12,000.00 Three Rivers Park District (Skyline Donation) $540.00 United Way Filled (587) backpacks $15,000.00 Dairy Queen Lyndale (400 Dilly Bars) $500.00 Hennepin County Outreach (Donated Space for Children’s Day) $275.00 Hennepin County Outreach (Supplies for Children’s day) $494.00 Frito Lay - Chips for Children’s Day $300.00 Fairview (60 Helmets for active outdoor) $2,100.00 Home Depot (Workshop) Unity $1,500.00 WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute requires every acceptance of a grant or devise of real or personal property on terms prescribed by the donor be made by resolution of more than two-thirds majority of the City Council; and, WHEREAS, the donated funds will be used towards the designated events sponsored by Richfield Police. Page 67 of 111 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Director of Public Safety/Chief of Police will accept the donations to be placed in the accounts as specified. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December, 2025. Mary Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 68 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Consent Calendar Agenda Item: 7.i. Report Prepared By: John Evans, Analyst Department Director: Karl Huemiller, Recreation Director Item for Consideration: Consider the adoption of a resolution accepting grants and donations received by the Richfield Recreation Services in 2025 and authorizing staff to administer the funds in accordance with any applicable grant agreements and terms prescribed by donors. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Throughout the year, grants and donations are received from various agencies, businesses and private individuals to be used for special events or programs sponsored by the Recreation Services Department. These monies require acceptance by the City Council. The Department received the following grants and donations in 2025: DATE DONOR PURPOSE AMOUNT Jan-Oct 25 Richfield Liquor Store Round-Up Recreation Scholarship Fund $2,892.66 Jan-Nov 25 Hunger Solutions/Food Group Farmers Market-Market Bucks $10,362.00 June 25 Hunger Solutions/Food Group Farmers Market-Market Bucks $4,500.00 June 25 Hennepin County Youth Sports Grant-Ice Skating Equipment $10,000.00 Feb 25 Richfield Tourism Promotion Board Farmers Market: Special Programs $2,500.00 Feb 25 Richfield Tourism Promotion Board Entertainment in the Parks $2,500.00 May 25 MN Department of Agriculture Community Gardens $75,000.00 Dec 25 Carl Sandberg Estate Wood Lake Nature Center $150,000.00 RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Adopt a resolution accepting grants and donations received by the Richfield Recreation Services Department in 2025 and authorize staff to administer the funds in accordance with any applicable grant agreements and terms prescribed by donors. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Provided in the Executive Summary. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS Impact: These various sources of funding allow for us to pursue the development of programs that address hunger and financial inequity, particularly the Farmers Market programs and the recreation scholarship fund. Other projects funded from these sources enable us to provide programs and facilities that are open and accessible to all people, which is a priority for all Recreation Services initiatives. People: The Recreation Services Department has an ongoing commitment to provide Page 69 of 111 programs and facilities that are accessible and inviting to all people, regardless of ethnicity, gender identification, or economic status. Any funding received to continue these programs and facilities enables us to continue that commitment. Consequences: The Recreation Services Department has been proactive about creating a welcoming environment for all people and has seen diverse participation at these programs and events. Staff realizes that these programs and facilities are made possible by all of Richfield residents and strives to take steps to make sure that our participants reflect that diversity and individuality. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) • Minnesota Statute 465.03 requires every acceptance of a grant or devise of real or personal property on terms prescribed by donor be made by resolution and adopted by two-thirds majority of the City Council. • The Administrative Services Department issued a memo on November 9, 2004, requiring that all grants and restricted donations to departments be received by resolution and adopted by two-thirds majority of the City Council in accordance with Minnesota Statute 465.03. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES Donations have been received and need to be applied to the designated areas as indicated by the donors. FINANCIAL IMPACT • Financial donations have been deposited in the funds supporting the designated programs. • All of the donations listed above were given without obligation to provide any additional matching funds. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS Minnesota Statute 465.03 requires every acceptance of a grant or devise of real or personal property be received by resolution and adopted by two-thirds majority of the City Council. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) Council could disapprove the acceptance of the donations for the events and the monetary donations would have to be returned to the issuing agency/business/individual. ATTACHMENTS 1. 2025-12-9 Recreation Grant Acceptance Page 70 of 111 2025-12-9 Recreation Services Grant Acceptance RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANTS RECEIVED BY THE CITY OF RICHFIELD-RECREATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT AND TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY TO ADMINISTER THE FUNDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH GRANT AGREEMENTS AND TERMS PRESCRIBED BY DONORS WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute 465.03 reads in part as follows: Any city, county, school district or town may accept a grant or devise of real or personal property and maintain such property for the benefit of its citizens in accordance with the terms prescribed by the donor. Nothing herein shall authorize such acceptance or use for religious or sectarian purposes. Every acceptance shall be by resolution of the council adopted by two-thirds majority of its members, expressing such terms in full, and WHEREAS, the City of Richfield Recreation Services Department has received grants and donations as described below: DATE DONOR PURPOSE AMOUNT Jan-Oct 25 Richfield Liquor Store Round-Up Recreation Scholarship Fund $2,892.66 Jan-Nov 25 Hunger Solutions/Food Group Market Bucks $10,362.00 June 25 Hunger Solutions/Food Group Market Bucks $4,500.00 June 25 Hennepin County Youth Sports Grant-Ice Skating Equipment $10,000.00 Feb 25 Richfield Tourism Promotion Board Farmers Market: special programs $2,500.00 Feb 25 Richfield Tourism Promotion Board Entertainment in the Parks $2,500.00 May 25 MN Department of Agriculture Community Gardens $75,000.00 Dec 25 Carl Sandberg Estate Wood Lake Nature Center $150,000.00 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota, as follows: That the City Council of the City of Richfield hereby accepts the grants and donations as listed above, received in 2024, and authorizes the City to administer the funds in accordance with grant agreements and terms prescribed by donors. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December, 2025. Mary Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 71 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Resolutions Agenda Item: 11.a. Report Prepared By: Steve McDaniel, Budget, Cash, and Debt Manager Department Director: Mary Bogie, Interim Finance Director Item for Consideration: Consider resolutions approving the 2025 Revised/2026 Proposed Budgets, Tax Levy and related resolutions. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On September 23, 2025, the City Council approved and certified a preliminary tax levy of $31,749,381 which included a levy for general fund operations of $25,475,883, a debt service levy of $3,946,030, an equipment and technology levy of $1,682,308 and an Economic Development Agency levy of $645,160. There are no proposed changes to the final levy. As proposed, the 2026 gross levy represents a 6.16% increase from the 2025 gross levy. The proposed 2026 Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) levy is a 3% increase to $742,230. The combined gross levies represent a 6.08% increase over the 2025 combined gross levies. The final tax levy of $32,491,611 which includes both the City levy and the HRA levy must now be considered and approved by the City Council. Taxpayers have received individual parcel specific tax notices as part of the truth-in-taxation hearing process. The City of Richfield held its 2025 truth-in-taxation hearing on November 25, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. At this meeting, staff presented and the Council discussed the proposed City budget. While finalizing the City's 2026 budget book, the staff carefully reviewed every budget at fund level and department level. There are four changes made to the budget book since the August 12, 2025 work session. Please note that these changes have no impact on the general fund budget and the tax levy. Below are the changes to the budget book: • During discussion on August 12, 2025, the City Council directed that the Public Works budget be increased by $55,000. The increase will fund asphalt trail maintenance, stop sign replacement, warning sign replacement and forestry/tree planting. This increase was included in the proposed property tax levy that the City Council approved on September 23, 2025 and is now reflected in the budget book. • Utility rates are proposed to increase by 7% for water, 2% for sewer, and 10% for storm. These utility rate increases are reflected in the budget book for these Enterprise Funds. • The local sales tax revenue and debt service payments on the G.O. local sales Page 72 of 111 tax bonds are now included in the 2025 Revised and 2026 Proposed budget for the Debt Service Funds. • As adopted during the November 25, 2025 City Council meeting, the budget book now includes the following for 2025 Revised: Ice Arena loans totaling $472,170 will be paid off with a transfer from the Long-term Capital Reserve Fund. The Elections Fund is transferring $1,800,000 to the Long-term Capital Reserve Fund and this amount is designated for future government building capital projects. Included for your consideration are salary increases for non-represented employee pay plans. The proposed increases are a 3.00% increase for the General Services and the Specialized pay plans. The increases will be effective the first pay period of January 2026. This change will be reflected in the paycheck issued on January 16. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Adopt the resolutions approving the 2025 Revised/2026 Proposed budgets, tax levy and related resolutions. HISTORICAL CONTEXT N/A EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS Ultimately, budgets reflect the City's priorities: The recommended 2025 Revised/2026 Proposed budgets fund many initiatives that advance the priorities and desired outcomes in the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, including equity priorities. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) A revised 2025 budget and final 2026 budget and tax levy must be adopted on or before December 29, 2025. Cities have twelve working days after December 9 or no later than December 29 to prepare all the documentation necessary to certify a final levy to the County Auditor and State Department of Revenue. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES Revised 2025 budgets and final 2026 budgets and tax levy must be adopted on or before December 29, 2025 so that the levy can be certified to the County on time. FINANCIAL IMPACT The proposed gross tax levy for 2026 is $31,749,381, which includes levies for general fund operations, debt service, the Richfield EDA, and equipment and technology levy. The gross tax levy for 2026 reflects a 6.16% increase from the previous year’s gross levy. The proposed 2026 Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) levy is a 3% increase to $742,230. The combined gross levies, $32,491,611 represent a 6.08% increase over the 2025 combined gross levies. The City’s tax capacity rate is anticipated to increase from 54.57% in 2025 to 55.81% in 2026. Page 73 of 111 A 3.00% wage increase for the General Services and Specialized pay plan employees effective January 2026. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS A truth-in-taxation public hearing for the 2026 proposed budget and tax levy was held on November 25, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) The City Council could adopt a final 2026 budget and tax levy in any amount, which does not exceed the levy of $32,491,611 but would also need to identify corresponding cuts to expenditures. ATTACHMENTS 1. 2025 Budget Revision 2. Budget & Tax Levy Resolution 2026 3. 2026 On Call Rates 4. 2026 Utility Rates Resolution 5. 2026 CIP Budget 6. 2027-2030 CIP Resolution 7. 2026 General Pay Plan Resolution-Final 8. 2026 Specialized Pay Plan Resolution 9. 2026 Specialized Pay Plan Resolution - final Page 74 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. XXXXX RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REVISION OF 2025 BUDGET OF VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS WHEREAS, Resolution No. XXXXX appropriated funds for personal services, other expenses and capital outlays for each department of the City for the year of 2025; and WHEREAS, The City Charter, Chapter 7, Section 7.09, gives the Council authority to transfer unencumbered appropriation balances from one department to another within the same fund at the request of the City Manager; and WHEREAS, The City Manager has requested a revision of the 2025 budget appropriations in accordance with Charter provisions and as detailed in the Proposed 2026 budget document. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota as follows: 1. That the 2025 appropriations for each department of the General Fund beamended to establish the following totals: General Fund Legislative/Executive 1,300,946 Administrative Services 1,357,601 Finance 495,832 Public Safety 12,586,184 Fire Services 6,333,130 Community Development 1,806,325 Public Works 5,301,140 Recreation Services 2,474,590 Transfers Out 352,250 Fund Balance Reserve 778,500 TOTAL GENERAL FUND $ 32,786,498 INCREASE $ 56,538 2.Estimated 2025 gross revenue of the City of Richfield from all sources, as the same are more fully detailed in the City Manager’s official copy of the proposed 2026 budget, are hereby revised as follows: INCREASE $56,538 3. That the City Manager and the Finance Director bring into effect the provisionsof this resolution. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December 2025. Mary Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 75 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. XXXXXRESOLUTION ADOPTING A BUDGET AND TAX LEVY FOR THE YEAR 2026 WHEREAS, the Minnesota Truth in Taxation law provides for a proposed tax levy to be certified to the County Auditor by September 30, 2025 and then recertified before December 29, 2025. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota as follows: 1.The budget for the City of Richfield for the year 2026 is hereby approved and adopted with appropriations for each of the departments to be as follows: General Fund Legislative/Executive 1,360,777 Administrative Services 1,427,977 Finance 701,628 Public Safety 13,642,788 Fire Services 6,641,729 Community Development 1,916,110 Public Works 5,949,340 Recreation Services 2,561,200 0.44% related to PFML 115,000 Transfers Out 372,250 Fund Balance Reserve 445,316 TOTAL GENERAL FUND $ 35,134,115 2.The estimated gross revenue of the City of Richfield from all sources, including general ad valorem tax levies as hereinafter set forth for the year2026 which are more fully detailed in the City Manager’s official copy of the2026 budget, are hereby found and determined to be as follows: TOTAL GENERAL FUND $35,134,115 3. There is hereby levied upon all taxable property in the City of Richfield a direct ad valorem tax in the year 2025, payable in 2026 for the following purposes and in the following amounts: PURPOSE AMOUNT General Fund1 $25,475,8832 Equipment 1,682,308 Economic Development Authority 645,160 Debt Service 3,946,030 Page 76 of 111 1 Provision has been made in the General Fund for the payment of the City’s contributory share to Public Employees’ Retirement Association. 2 General Fund Levy includes all fiscal disparities distribution amounts. 4.The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O.Special Assessment Bonds, Series 2013A shall be $149,730. 5.The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O.Street Reconstruction Bonds, Series 2015A will be reduced from $631,056.57 to $279,582 due to the utilization of gas and electric franchise fees. 6.The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O.Special Assessment Bonds, Series 2016B shall be $530,750. 7.The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O. Bonds, Series 2016C shall be $697,313. 8.The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O.Bonds, 2017A shall be $588,500. 9.The debt services tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O.Bonds, 2017B shall be $339,675. 10. The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O. Street Reconstruction Bonds, Series 2018A will be reduced from $700,061.25to $284,025 due to the utilization of gas and electric franchise fees. 11. The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O.Bonds, Series 2019A shall be $356,700. 12. The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for theG.O. Bonds, Series 2020A shall be $187,570. 13. The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for theG.O. Bonds, Series 2020B shall be $126,985. 14. The debt service tax levy as established in the bond documents for the G.O.Bonds, Series 2022A shall be $405,200. 15. The budget for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Richfield for the year 2026 is hereby ratified and approved. There is hereby levied upon alltaxable property in the City of Richfield a direct ad valorem tax in the year2025, payable in 2026 for the following purposes: PURPOSE AMOUNT Housing and Redevelopment Authority $742,230 16. A certified copy of this resolution shall be transmitted to the County Auditor. Page 77 of 111 Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December 2025. Mary Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 78 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PUBLIC WORKS ON-CALL COMPENSATION RATES FOR 2026 WHEREAS, the City Council has determined to provide the Public Works Deputy Director, Utility Superintendent, Assistant Utility Superintendent, and Operations and Utility Supervisors compensation for being on-call for possible Public Works emergencies; and WHEREAS, the good judgment of a Public Works management professional is needed to provide quality response to Public Works emergencies such as water main breaks, street light knock downs, and sewer main backups; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds it necessary to establish a policy to provide such employees with on-call compensation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Richfield hereby adopts the following On-call Compensation Rates for the stated employees: The Public Works Deputy Director, Utility Superintendent, Assistant Utility Superintendent, and Operations and Utility Supervisors who remain on-call by carrying the emergency cell phone (or similar device) for a period of at least one week will be compensated at a rate of $120 a month in 2026. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December, 2025. ________________________________ Mary B. Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 79 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING WASTEWATER SERVICE RATES AND CHARGES, WATER RATES AND CHARGES, SPECIAL WATER SERVICE CHARGES, STORM SEWER RATES AND CHARGES, STREET LIGHT RATES AND CHARGES, AND 6.5% PENALTY ON PAST DUE ACCOUNTS BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota, as follows: SANITARY SEWER SERVICE RATES AND CHARGES FOR 2026 1. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 705.0 of the Ordinance Code of the City of Richfield, the rates and charges for use and service of the sanitary sewer system are hereby established to be those set forth in the following paragraphs of this resolution: 2. Where the rate is not based upon the metered use of water, the following quarterly flat charges are established effective January 1, 2026 for each billing district as defined in paragraph 3 of this resolution. 2026 A) Residential per unit $131.02 B) Commercial - For the equivalent of 10 or less persons More than 10, less than 15 More than 15, less than 20 More than 20, less than 26 $131.02 $238.64 $334.27 $446.08 C) Institutional - For each public or private school, the quarterly flat charge shall be charged whether the school is in session or not (rates being charged upon average yearly use); shall be based upon the number of students enrolled at the beginning of the quarterly billing period or the preceding period if school is not then in session; and shall be as follows: For each 100 grade school students or fraction in excess thereof For each 100 junior high school students or high School students or fraction thereof $137.19 $201.56 D) In addition to the above flat rates there shall be a customer Charge on each invoice as determined in paragraph 4 of this resolution and a certification charge as determined in Section 705.0 of the City Ordinance Code. Page 80 of 111 3. Where the rate for sanitary sewer service is based upon the metered use of water on the premises, such rates shall be as follows: A) For all residential premises the rate shall be based on the actual use, or less of water for the preceding winter quarter, per thousand gallons with a minimum of 7,000 gallons, effective January 1, 2026, for each customer billing district and shall be as follows: For the purpose of this paragraph A), the winter quarter shall be the winter quarter as specified in Subdivision 3 of said Section 705.0. 2026 $6.53 B) For all commercial, institutional, industrial, and other premises, the rate per thousand gallons of water effective January 1, 2026, shall be as follows: C) A customer charge shall be made for each invoice rendered effective January 1, 2026, as follows: If the invoice is for water service, as well as sanitary sewer service, the customer charge, when collected, shall be allocated proportionally between the City’s water fund, sewer fund, and its storm sewer fund based on the user fees billed for by each fund. D) Where the metered use of water on the premises for the preceding winter quarter was not normal, the rate may be adjusted as provided in Subdivision 3 of said Section 705.0 4. The foregoing rates and charges are in addition to, and not in lieu of, other rates and charges established by ordinance or resolution. 5. The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) will be charged a sanitary sewer rate based on the Met Council Environmental Services (MCES) rate plus 15% for Inflow/Infiltration and $1,000.00 per quarter for administration costs. $6.53 $10.00 Page 81 of 111 WATER RATES AND CHARGES FOR 2026 Pursuant to the provisions of Section 715.0 of the Ordinance Code of the City of Richfield, the rates and charges for City water and water service are hereby established to be those set forth in the following paragraphs of this resolution: The charges due and payable to the City by each water customer of the City, during any quarter shall be based upon the Conservation Rate Structure. Water-Tier 1: The first-tier rate is ($5.54 per thousand) charged for consumption of the first 15,000 gallons. Water-Tier 2: The second-tier rate is ($6.66 per thousand) charged for consumption of 15,001 gallons but less or equal to 25,000 gallons. Water-Tier 3: The third-tier rate is ($8.00 per thousand) charged for consumption in excess of 25,001 gallons. Irrigation Accounts: All consumption will be charged at the third-tier rate ($8.00 per thousand). The Conservation Rate Structure applies to multi-unit and residential premises. Commercial, institutional or industrial will only be subject to the first-tier water rates for domestic use, but irrigation accounts will be subject to the third-tier water rates. Water charges shall be payable quarterly, and all bills issued after January 1, 2026 shall be at this rate. SPECIAL WATER SERVICE CHARGES FOR 2026 Pursuant to the provisions of Section 715.0 of the Ordinance Code of the City of Richfield, the rates and charges for special customer services are hereby established to be those set forth in the following paragraphs of this resolution: 1. The charge for establishing a new customer account shall be $15.00 per account. 2. The charge for installation of meters shall be $75.00 per installation. 3. The charge to flush and maintain fire hydrants located on privately owned property within the City shall be $75.00 per hydrant per year plus any required parts. 4. The charge to thaw and service water pipes on customer property shall be actual cost to the City plus thirty percent. 5. The charge for any other services not covered by the above shall be based on actual hourly cost to the City plus thirty percent. 6. The MN lab fee is $15.22 annually per account, paid in quarterly increments. Page 82 of 111 STORM SEWER RATES AND CHARGES FOR 2026 Pursuant to the provisions of Section 720.0 of the Ordinance Code of the City of Richfield, the rates and charges for City storm sewer service are hereby established to be those set forth in the following paragraphs of this resolution: 1. The rates and charges for the use and availability of the system are determined through the use of a “Residential Equivalent Factor” (REF). One REF is defined as the ratio of the average volume of surface runoff coming from one acre of land and subjected to a particular use, to the average volume of runoff coming from one acre of land subjected to typical single-family residential use within the City during a standard one year rainfall event. The REF’s for the following land uses within the City and the billing classifications for such land uses are as follows: LAND USES REF CLASSIFICATION Cemeteries .25 1 Parks and railroads .75 2 Two-family residential 1.00 3 Single-family residential 1.00 4 Public and private schools and institutional uses 1.25 5 Multiple-family residential uses and churches 3.00 6 Commercial, industrial, and Warehouse uses 5.00 7 2. The basic system quarterly rate for storm sewer service is $132.22 per acre of land. $26.44 is the quarterly rate for a single-family residence, which is considered to have an acreage of one-fifth acre. The charge made against each parcel of land is then determined by multiplying the REF for the parcel’s land use classification times the parcel’s acreage times the basic system rate. STREET LIGHT RATES AND CHARGES FOR 2026 Pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota State Statutes, Section 429.101 and Section 825 of the Ordinance Code of the City of Richfield, the rates and charges for City street light service are hereby established to be those set forth in the following paragraphs of this resolution: 1. The street light fee for residential single-family property is $7.21 per quarter. 2. Rates for other land uses will be determined by land use types based on the following table: Page 83 of 111 STREET LIGHT LAND USES: COM All commercial properties, to include multifamily residents (apartments) and industrial parcels. RES All residentially coded parcels. PUB Public buildings, i.e. City Hall, City Garage, and Fire Stations CHURCH All Churches also to include cemeteries and activity buildings associated with a Church SCH All schools, to include private and public schools. PRK All parks owned by the City of Richfield, also to include Nature Centers and all “properties” located within city park parcels DPLX Addresses that split a residential lot, to include townhomes, 3- plexes, and 4-plexes LAND USE CODE MULTIPLIER To Bill FACTOR COM (acres>0.2) if acres≤0.2 5* ---- (5 x ACREAGE) 1 RES ---- 1 PUB (acres>0.2) if acres ≤0.2 5 ---- (5 x ACREAGE) 1 CHURCH (acres>0.2) if acres ≤0.8 if acres ≤0.2 1.25** ---- ---- (1.25 x ACREAGE) 1 1 SCH (acres>0.2) if acres ≤0.8 if acres ≤0.2 1.25 ---- ---- (1.25 x ACREAGE) 1 1 PRK 1.25 (1.25 x ACREAGE) DPLX ---- 0.5 3. The multiplier of “5” is based on the definition that a residential lot is 1/5 of an acre; hence multiplying acreage by 5 produces the equivalent number of residential lots. 4. The multiplier of “1.25” is based on the definition that a residential lot is 1/5 of an acre and multiplying acreage by 5 produces the equivalent number of residential lots. However, the total area of each parcel is not proportional to the number of street lights in an equivalent residential area so the factor of 5 is reduced by 75%, producing 1.25. 6.5% PENALTY ON PAST DUE ACCOUNTS 1. Customers will have twenty-eight (28) days to pay their water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and street light quarterly bills from the date of the mailing by the City. Any unpaid amount will be added to the next quarterly bill along with a 6.5% penalty on the delinquent amount. Page 84 of 111 2. The penalty charge when billed on past due accounts shall be allocated proportionally between the City’s water fund, sewer fund, and storm sewer fund based on the user fees billed for each fund. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December, 2025. Mary B. Supple, Mayor ATTEST: _______________________ Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 85 of 111 ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. XXXXX RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2026 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET WHEREAS, a proposed Capital Improvement Budget for 2026 has been prepared and submitted for review by the City Council in accordance with charter requirements; and WHEREAS, the City Council has received the recommendations and benefit of review of these proposed documents by the Planning Commission and has itself reviewed these proposals. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the 2026 Capital Improvement Budget in the sum total of $21,976,136 is hereby approved as amended and adopted with full recognition of the fact that the cost estimates are approximate and are subject to final cost estimates and that all awards of contracts for these projects are subject to necessary hearings and must be approved by the City Council in accordance with established laws and practices governing such action, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to initiate the procedures which will lead to more formal and detailed consideration of these projects in accordance with the aforementioned laws and practices. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December, 2025. Mary Supple, Mayor Page 86 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. XXXXX RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2027-2030 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM WHEREAS, a proposed Capital Improvement Program 2027-2030 has been prepared for review by the Planning Commission in accordance with charter requirements; and WHEREAS, the City Council has received the recommendations and benefit of review of these proposed documents by the Planning Commission and has itself reviewed these proposals. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the 2027-2030 Capital Improvement Program is hereby approved and adopted subject to annual review and revision; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to initiate the procedures which will lead to more formal and detailed consideration of these projects in accordance with the aforementioned laws and practices. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December, 2025. Mary Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 87 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE 2026 GENERAL PAY PLAN WHEREAS, the compensation personnel policy of the City of Richfield provides for the adoption of a pay plan for General employees from time-to-time; and WHEREAS, the City administration has prepared a 2026 pay plan for position classifications for General employees. WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that adjustments to the pay plan may be necessary at times to address inequities or other issues due to external and internal factors, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes the City Manager to make adjustments to the pay plan to: add or reclassify positions as necessary; make equity adjustments to individual positions when warranted; and, resolve other issues that may arise to aid in the fair and equitable implementation of the pay plan. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council do and hereby does establish for the year 2026 the following pay plan, which is to be effective the first pay period of January 2026 with the majority of pay dates in 2026, and subject to all applicable provisions of the personnel policy and City Code: Page 88 of 111 Page 89 of 111 Normal Progression Through the General Compensation Plan for Grades 1-12 Employees hired in the General pay plan in grades 1-12 are subject to a one year probationary period. If they successfully complete their probationary period they would move to the next step in their grade on their anniversary date. Each year thereafter, with Satisfactory performance or higher, the employee would be eligible for an additional step increase until they reach the top step. Employees whose competency level and/or performance are rated Below Expectations may not advance to the next step until their performance improves. Normal Progression Through the General Compensation Plan for Grades 13-22 Individual Merit adjustments will normally be made effective on an employee’s anniversary date and will vary in size, depending on the individual’s performance rating and current position in the salary range in line with the following criteria. PERFORMANCE POSITION IN SALARY RANGE RATING UNDER 95% MIDPOINT 95-105% OF MIDPOINT OVER 105% OF MIDPOINT Outstanding 3.5 to 5% 2.5 to 4% 1 to 2% Above Average 1.5 to 3.5% .5 to 2.5% .5 to 1% Satisfactory .5 to 1.5% No Merit Increase No Merit Increase Needs Improvement No Merit Increase. No Merit Increase No Merit Increase Requires mandatory 6-month evaluation. Not Satisfactory No future increases until performance improves to at least Satisfactory. Performance and employee status subject to mandatory review every 3 months. Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this [insert date]. Mary B. Supple, Mayor ATTEST: _ Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 90 of 111 GENERAL PAY GRADE 2026 Pay Grades Department Division Title Grade EXECUTIVE City Manager CITY MANAGER 22 POLICE Police Operations PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR 21 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Administration ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER 20 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 20 FINANCE Finance FINANCE DIRECTOR 20 FIRE Fire FIRE SERVICES DIRECTOR 20 PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Admin PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR 20 RECREATION Recreation RECREATION SERVICES DIRECTOR 20 POLICE Police Operations DEPUTY PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR 19 FIRE Fire DEPUTY FIRE CHIEF 18 PUBLIC WORKS Street DEPUTY PW DIRECTOR 18 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Human Resources HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER 17 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Human Resources HR PROJECT MANAGER (TEMPORARY) 17 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development ASST COMMUNITY DEVLMT DIRECTOR 17 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development CHIEF BUILDING OFFICIAL 17 FIRE Fire ASST FIRE CHIEF 17 PUBLIC WORKS Engineering CITY ENGINEER 17 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Building Services GOVT BLDGS SUPERINTENDENT 16 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Information Technology IT MANAGER 16 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Liquor Operations LIQUOR OPERATIONS MANAGER 16 PUBLIC WORKS Water UTILITIES SUPERINTENDENT 16 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Communication COMMUNICATIONS/ENGAGEMENT MGR 15 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development CITY PLANNER 15 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MANAGER 15 FINANCE Finance ASST FINANCE DIRECTOR 15 FINANCE Finance BUDGET CASH AND DEBT MANAGER 15 PUBLIC WORKS Engineering TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER 15 PUBLIC WORKS Water ASST UTILITIES SUPERINTENDENT 15 RECREATION Recreation FACILITIES/PRGM MGR-ARENA/POOL 15 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES City Clerk CITY CLERK 14 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Information Technology ASST IT MANAGER/BUS ANALYST 14 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT HRA MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING PRGM ADMN 14 FINANCE Finance PAYROLL ACCOUNTANT 14 POLICE Support Services SUPPORT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 14 PUBLIC WORKS Central Garage/Street Maintenance OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR 14 PUBLIC WORKS Engineering PROJECT ENGINEER 14 PUBLIC WORKS Water UTILITIES SUPERVISOR 14 RECREATION Recreation RECREATION PROGRAM MANAGER 14 RECREATION Wood Lake Nature Center WLNC MANAGER 14 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development SENIOR BLDG TRADE INSPECTOR 13 EXECUTIVE/PUBLIC WORKS City Manager/PW Admin SENIOR ANALYST 13 FINANCE Finance SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST 13 PUBLIC WORKS Engineering CIVIL ENGINEER 13 PUBLIC WORKS Water WATER RESOURCE ENGINEER 13 RECREATION Recreation RECREATION SUPVR-FACILITIES 13 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Deputy Registrar MV LICENSING SUPERVISOR 12 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Human Resources HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST ll 12 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Information Technology/Police Operations IT TECHNICIAN II 12 Page 91 of 111 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Liquor Operations LIQUOR STORE MANAGER 12 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development PLANNER II 12 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development BUILDING/TRADE INSPECTOR 12 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development MECHANICAL/PLUMBING INSPECTOR 12 EXECUTIVE City Manager EQUITY COORDINATOR 12 POLICE Police Operations RECORDS SUPERVISOR 12 POLICE/RECREATION Police Operations/Recreation ANALYST 12 PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Admin GIS COORDINATOR 12 RECREATION Recreation RECREATION SUPVR 12 RECREATION Recreation SUSTAINABILITY COORDINATOR 12 RECREATION Wood Lake Nature Center NATURALIST 12 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Human Resources HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST l 11 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Information Technology IT TECHNICIAN I/HELP DESK 11 CD/FINANCE CD(HRA)/Finance ACCOUNTANT 11 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development HOUSING SPECIALIST PT 11 POLICE Support Services CODE COMPLIANCE OFFICER 11 PUBLIC WORKS Engineering ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 11 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Communication COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST PT 10 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development PLANNER I 10 POLICE Police Operations CRIME PREVENTION SPECIALIST 10 POLICE Police Operations POLICE DATA & MEDIA SPECIALIST 10 POLICE Police Operations RECORDS TECHNICIAN 10 PUBLIC WORKS Engineering ENGINEERING ASSISTANT 10 PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Admin ASSET MANAGEMENT/GIS ANALYST 10 PUBLIC WORKS Street FORESTER 10 RECREATION Recreation RECREATION COORDINATOR 10 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Deputy Registrar LEAD MV LICENSING TECH 9 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Communication WEB COORDINATOR (Temporary) 9 ADMIN SERV/CD/EXEC/FIRE Admin Serv/CD/Exec/Fire ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 9 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development PLANNING TECHNICIAN 9 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development PERMIT TECHNICIAN 9 POLICE Support Services HEALTH/LICENSING SPECIALIST PT 9 RECREATION Recreation SOLID WASTE SPECIALIST 9 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Deputy Registrar MV LICENSING TECH 8 CD/ PS/PW/ REC/WLNC CD/ PS/PW/ REC/WLNC SENIOR OFFICE ASST 8 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Community Development HOUSING INSPECTIONS TECHNICIAN 8 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT HRA MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING ASST PT 8 FINANCE Finance ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN 8 FINANCE Finance UTILITY BILLING TECHNICIAN 8 POLICE Support Services COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER PT 8 POLICE Support Services BUSINESS LICENSING TECH PT 8 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Liquor Operations LIQUOR OPS SHIFT LEADER PT 7 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT HRA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TECH PT 7 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Building Services CUSTODIAN PT 6 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Deputy Registrar CITY SERVICES RECEPTIONIST 6 Page 92 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE 2026 SPECIALIZED PAY PLAN WHEREAS, the compensation personnel policy of the City of Richfield provides that the pay grades, the number of steps or range of each pay grade, the compensation rates in each pay grade and the method of normal progression through the pay grade be established by Council resolution; and WHEREAS, the City administration has prepared a 2026 pay plan for the positions for which there are no essentially similar position classification in other regular pay plans. The City Manager is authorized to add or reclassify positions as necessary. Examples of positions in each pay grade are attached. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council do and hereby does establish for the year 2026 the following pay plan which is to be effective the first pay period of January 2026 with the majority of pay dates in 2026 and subject to the provisions of the personnel policy and City Code: Grade 1 2 3 4 5 101 $15.19 $15.60 $16.04 $16.48 $16.93 102 $16.33 $16.78 $17.24 $17.72 $18.20 103 $17.55 $18.04 $18.53 $19.04 $19.57 104 $18.87 $19.39 $19.92 $20.48 $21.03 105 $20.29 $20.85 $21.41 $22.01 $22.61 Employees hired in the Specialized pay plan will move to the next step in their grade on their anniversary date. Each year thereafter, with Satisfactory performance or higher, the employee would be eligible for an additional step increase until they reach the top step. Employees whose competency level and/or performance are rated Below Expectations may not advance to the next step until their performance improves. Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December 2025. Mary B. Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 93 of 111 Title & Grade Assignment Department Division Project Title Grade RECREATION Swimming Pool POOL SUPERVISOR 105 RECREATION Recreation ADAPTIVE COORDINATOR 105 RECREATION Recreation FARMERS MARKET COORDINATOR 105 RECREATION Recreation PLAYGROUND COORDINATOR 105 RECREATION Recreation TENNIS COORDINATOR 105 RECREATION Swimming Pool HEAD LIFEGUARD 104 RECREATION Ice Arena ICE RESURFACER OPERATOR 104 RECREATION Wood Lake Nature Center NATURALIST I 104 RECREATION Wood Lake Nature Center CLERK TYPIST 103 RECREATION Recreation OFFICE AIDE 103 RECREATION Ice Arena AUDIO TECHNICIAN 103 PUBLIC WORKS Park Maintenance MAINTENANCE LABORER 103 RECREATION Recreation RECREATION ATTENDANT 103 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Communication VIDEO PRODUCTION ASSISTANT 103 RECREATION Recreation ADAPTIVE LEADER/SPECIALIST 103 RECREATION Recreation FARMERS MARKET CASHIER 103 RECREATION Swimming Pool LIFEGUARD 103 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Liquor Operations LIQUOR SALES ASSOCIATE 103 RECREATION Recreation CONCESSION I 102 RECREATION Swimming Pool POOL LEAD CASHIER/CONCESSION 102 RECREATION Recreation WINTER SPORTS ATTENDANT 102 RECREATION Ice Arena ARENA EVENT ATTENDANT 102 RECREATION Recreation INCLUSION FACILITATOR 102 RECREATION Ice Arena FACILITY CASHIER 101 OTHER Instructor’s Range: $11.41 - $50.00 Election Judge $11.41 Assistant Head Election Judge $12.50 Head Election Judge $13.50 Page 94 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE 2026 SPECIALIZED PAY PLAN WHEREAS, the compensation personnel policy of the City of Richfield provides that the pay grades, the number of steps or range of each pay grade, the compensation rates in each pay grade and the method of normal progression through the pay grade be established by Council resolution; and WHEREAS, the City administration has prepared a 2026 pay plan for the positions for which there are no essentially similar position classification in other regular pay plans. The City Manager is authorized to add or reclassify positions as necessary. Examples of positions in each pay grade are attached. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council do and hereby does establish for the year 2026 the following pay plan which is to be effective the first pay period of January 2026 with the majority of pay dates in 2026 and subject to the provisions of the personnel policy and City Code: Grade 1 2 3 4 5 101 $15.19 $15.60 $16.04 $16.48 $16.93 102 $16.33 $16.78 $17.24 $17.72 $18.20 103 $17.55 $18.04 $18.53 $19.04 $19.57 104 $18.87 $19.39 $19.92 $20.48 $21.03 105 $20.29 $20.85 $21.41 $22.01 $22.61 Employees hired in the Specialized pay plan will move to the next step in their grade on their anniversary date. Each year thereafter, with Satisfactory performance or higher, the employee would be eligible for an additional step increase until they reach the top step. Employees whose competency level and/or performance are rated Below Expectations may not advance to the next step until their performance improves. Passed by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this [insert date]. Mary B. Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 95 of 111 Title & Grade Assignment Department Division Project Title Grade RECREATION Recreation ADAPTIVE COORDINATOR 105 RECREATION Ice Arena AUDIO TECHNICIAN 105 RECREATION Swimming Pool POOL SUPERVISOR 105 RECREATION Recreation TENNIS COORDINATOR 105 RECREATION Recreation FARMERS MARKET LEAD 104 RECREATION Swimming Pool HEAD LIFEGUARD 104 RECREATION Ice Arena ICE RESURFACER OPERATOR 104 RECREATION Wood Lake Nature Center NATURALIST I 104 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Liquor Operations LIQUOR SALES ASSOCIATE 103 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES Communication VIDEO PRODUCTION ASSISTANT 103 PUBLIC WORKS Park Maintenance MAINTENANCE LABORER 103 RECREATION Recreation ADAPTIVE LEADER/SPECIALIST 103 RECREATION Wood Lake Nature Center CLERK TYPIST 103 RECREATION Recreation FARMERS MARKET CASHIER 103 RECREATION Swimming Pool LIFEGUARD 103 RECREATION Recreation OFFICE AIDE 103 RECREATION Recreation PLAYGROUND SUPERVISOER 103 RECREATION Recreation RECREATION ATTENDANT 103 RECREATION Ice Arena ARENA EVENT ATTENDANT 102 RECREATION Recreation INCLUSION FACILITATOR 102 RECREATION Recreation PLAYGROUND LEADER 102 RECREATION Swimming Pool POOL LEAD CASHIER/CONCESSION 102 RECREATION Recreation WINTER SPORTS ATTENDANT 102 RECREATION Ice Arena/Swimming Pool FACILITY CASHIER 101 OTHER Instructor’s Range: $11.41 - $50.00 Head Judge $13.50 Asst. Head Judge $12.50 Election Judge $11.41 Page 96 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Resolutions Agenda Item: 11.b. Report Prepared By: Courtney DesCamps, Senior Analyst Department Director: Sack Thongvanh, Assistant City Manager Item for Consideration: Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. Local 123 (Police Officers) and Teamsters Local 320 (Police Sergeants and Police Lieutenants) for 2026-2027. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY A two-year labor agreement has been reached with the Police Officers, Police Sergeants, and Police Lieutenants bargaining units. The contracts would take effect January 1, 2026, and remain in effect through December 31, 2027. The agreements provide consistent cost-of-living adjustments, targeted market adjustments, and updates to specialty and on-call compensation to support recruitment, retention, and internal pay equity across the Police Department. Police Officers (LELS Local 123) • 2026: 3% COLA + 1% market adjustment • 2027: 3% COLA + 1% market adjustment • Special Assignment Pay: Increase from $300 to $350/month specialty pay (on top of step pay) Officers take on special assignments as part of professional development. At any time, there are approximately 8-11 officers assigned to special assignments, which is about 20% of all officers. Police Sergeants (Teamsters Local 320) • 2026: 3% COLA + 1% market adjustment • 2027: 3% COLA + 1% market adjustment • Specialty Pay: Increase from $300 to $350/month • Standby Court Pay: Increase from $37 to $65 per occurrence for felony-level or County Attorney–charged cases • Clothing Allowance: Increase from $965 to $1,000/year Police Lieutenants (Teamsters Local 320) • 2026: 3% COLA + 1% market adjustment • 2027: 3% COLA + 1% market adjustment • On-Call Compensation: $350/month beginning January 1, 2026 Page 97 of 111 • Clothing Allowance: Increase from $965 to $1,000/year Additionally, Police Officers, Police Sergeants, and Police Lieutenants will receive the same insurance benefits, including the new Minnesota Paid Leave program, as all employees. RECOMMENDED ACTION By Motion: Adopt resolutions approving the provisions of the 2026-2027 labor agreements with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., Local 123 and Teamsters Local No. 320, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreements. HISTORICAL CONTEXT EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS • Supports internal equity across supervisory and non-supervisory ranks • Enhances market competitiveness for sworn positions • Promotes retention of specialty-trained staff (Investigations, on-call roles) • Aligns with organizational goals of workforce stability and effective public safety operations POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) The agreements conform to applicable City policies, state labor laws, and bargaining obligations under PELRA. No deviations from standard contract format or past practice are proposed. CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES Approval on December 9, 2025, allows accounting staff to update payroll and benefit tables in time for the January 1, 2026 effective date so that employees receive accurate pay without delay. FINANCIAL IMPACT The negotiated COLA, market adjustments, and premium pays have been incorporated into the City’s preliminary 2026 and 2027 budget planning. Funding is available within the Police Department’s operating budget. The proposed pay is comparable to the averages of Richfield's peer cities. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS Approval finalizes the negotiated agreement. If the terms are not approved, the City may need to return to bargaining and/or proceed to mediation, which may delay implementation and impact workforce operations. Page 98 of 111 ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) • Do not approve the agreement and prepare for further negotiations or mediation. • Defer the item to a future meeting. ATTACHMENTS 1. Resolution Approving Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local 123 (Officers) 2. Resolution Approving Labor Agreement with Teamsters, Local 320 (Sergeants and Lieutenants) Page 99 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION APPROVING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD AND LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES, LOCAL 123 (OFFICERS) BARGAINING UNIT FOR YEARS 2026-2027 WHEREAS, the City Manager and representatives of Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc., Local 123 have negotiated terms and conditions of employment for the 2026–2027 contract period; and WHEREAS, the union has engaged in good-faith bargaining with the City; and WHEREAS, State statute requires that contracts between the City and the exclusive bargaining representatives of employees be approved by Council resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Richfield hereby approves the 2026–2027 Labor Agreement between the City of Richfield and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. Local 123, to be implemented effective January 1, 2026, and authorizes the City Manager to execute said agreement on behalf of the City. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota, this 9th day of December 2025. Mary Supple Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich City Clerk Page 100 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION APPROVING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD AND TEAMSTERS, LOCAL 320 (SERGEANTS AND LIEUTENANTS) BARGAINING UNIT FOR YEARS 2026-2027 WHEREAS, the City Manager and representatives of Teamsters, Local 320 have negotiated terms and conditions of employment for the 2026–2027 contract period; and WHEREAS, the union has engaged in good-faith bargaining with the City; and WHEREAS, State statute requires that contracts between the City and the exclusive bargaining representatives of employees be approved by Council resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Richfield hereby approves the 2026–2027 Labor Agreement between the City of Richfield and Teamsters, Local 320, to be implemented effective January 1, 2026, and authorizes the City Manager to execute said agreement on behalf of the City. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota, this 9th day of December 2025. Mary Supple Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich City Clerk Page 101 of 111 City Council Meeting 12/9/2025 Agenda Section: Resolutions Agenda Item: 11.c. Report Prepared By: Ruby Villa, Planner I Department Director: Melissa Poehlman, Community Development Director Item for Consideration: Consider a request for an Interim Use Permit to allow temporary and occasional employee parking on a vacant lot adjacent to Lakewinds Co-op. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Lakewinds Co-op has submitted an application for an Interim Use Permit (IUP) to utilize the vacant and unpaved lot south of their property for approximately 122 days a year for the next 5 years – the maximum term afforded by the zoning code. “Lot 4”, an adjacent but entirely separate lot from the Lakewinds Co-op lot, was acquired by Lakewinds Co- op in 2016. At that time, Lakewinds Co-op requested and was granted a 2-year IUP to utilize the lot for occasional employee parking (no more than 45 days a year). The IUP was granted on the basis that the need for long-term parking in the area would be better-evaluated once the parcel to the north was developed. Development of the parcel to the north of Lakewinds Co-op has proven to be slower than anticipated. Additionally, in the years since the previous IUP expired, Lakewinds Co-op customer base has grown significantly, which in turn puts continued strain on the availability of parking. See the attached applicant’s request letter for more information. Parking is not permitted as the primary use of a parcel. In order to develop Lot 4 into permanent parking, it would need to be formally combined with the Lakewinds Co-op lot, and the Planned Unit Development (PUD) would have to be amended. An IUP would afford Lakewinds Co-op more time to evaluate long-term needs in conjunction with the eventual development of the northern parcel. Building more parking when it is truly not needed would be unfortunate and against the premise that property should be used for the “highest and best use”. As in 2016, only minor maintenance of the lot as opposed to paving and striping is recommended. Paving and striping could encourage regular use of the lot by non- employees, which is not the intent. Appropriate signs and landscaping, as prescribed by the proposed Resolution, will help to prevent non-employee parking. The Planning Commission held a public hearing on November 24. No members of the public spoke. The Planning Commission voted (3-2) to recommend approval of the request. Dissenting Commissioners preferred a three-year term combined with two, single-year extensions (for a total possible term of five years), rather than five years. Staff finds the request reasonable and recommends approval. Page 102 of 111 RECOMMENDED ACTION By motion: Approve a five-year Interim Use Permit for occasional employee parking on vacant Lot 4 adjacent to 6420 Lyndale Avenue South. HISTORICAL CONTEXT • The subject property is located within the Lakes at Lyndale area of Richfield. For many years, this area has been considered Richfield's downtown and redevelopment has been a priority. • As part of the approved larger PUD for the entire former Lyndale Gardens Center, Lot 4 was proposed to be an out parcel for future development that could be used in the interim for overflow parking during events (Farmers Market, amphitheater concerts, etc.). • While mostly outside of larger development plans for the PUD, there is evidence that suggests Lot 4 was considered for a future permanent parking lot and/or parking structure. • Land use approvals for Lakewinds Co-op were granted in the summer of 2013. The grocery store opened for business in 2014. • By 2016, Lot 4 had still not been developed, and the parcel was acquired by Lakewinds Co-op. In the summer of 2016, Lakewinds Co-op applied for and was granted a two-year IUP, with the option for a one-year administrative extension, to utilize Lot 4 for occasional and temporary employee parking. EQUITABLE OR STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS OR IMPACTS Equity: Employee parking on Lot 4 could open up parking spaces closer to the entrance of Lakewinds Co-op, providing better parking opportunities for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Strategic Plan: This proposal aligns with the City’s goals by contributing to a vibrant downtown. While additional/temporary parking is not ideal, it allows for an enhanced customer experience by freeing up spaces in the main Lakewinds Co-op parking lot. Additionally, the opportunity for Lot 4 to be used as parking for occasional amphitheater events helps to prevent on-street overflow parking during the summer. POLICIES (RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, STATUTES, ETC.) The purpose and intent of allowing interim uses are: a) To allow a use for a limited period of time that reasonably utilizes the property where it is not reasonable to utilize it in the manner provided in the Comprehensive Plan; and b) To allow a use that is presently acceptable but that, with anticipated development, will not be acceptable in the future. • In evaluating a request for an IUP, the Council must consider the criteria outlined in Section 547.15, Subd. 3 of the zoning code, further articulated in the attached Required Findings. • Current parking at Lakewinds Co-op exceeds the City’s allowable maximums. This was originally permitted in 2013 based on the fact that some sharing, especially during events, would take place. Should Lot 4 be developed into a legitimate parking lot in the future, the applicant would be required to provide a parking study prepared by a licensed traffic engineer that indicates a need for such additional parking. Page 103 of 111 CRITICAL TIMING ISSUES 60-DAY RULE: • Application deemed complete: November 4, 2025. • 60-day deadline: January 3, 2026. • A decision is required by this date, or the City must notify the applicant that it is extending the deadline (up to a maximum of 60 additional days or 120 days total). FINANCIAL IMPACT None; all required application fees have been paid. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS Notice of the public hearing was: • published in the Sun Current on November 13, 2025, • mailed to properties within 350 feet of the site. ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATION(S) • Approve an Interim Use Permit for a different length of time. • Approve an Interim Use Permit with additional conditions. • Deny with a finding that the requirements necessary to issue an Interim Use Permit are not met. ATTACHMENTS 1. Lakewinds IUP Resolution 2. Required Findings 3. Applicant's Request Letter 4. Consent Agreement 5. Site Plan 6. Location & Zoning Map Page 104 of 111 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INTERIM USE PERMIT TO ALLOW OCCASSIONAL EMPLOYEE PARKING BY LAKEWINDS FOOD COOPERATIVE EMPLOYEES AT 6430 LYNDALE AVENUE SOUTH WHEREAS, an application has been filed by Lakewinds Food Cooperative (the “Applicant”), with the City of Richfield (the City) which requests approval of an interim use permit to allow its employees to occasionally park at property legally described as follows: Lot 4, Block 1, Lyndale Gardens Addition, Hennepin County, MN WHEREAS, private parking lots are not permitted as a principal use of property in any zoning district in the City; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the temporary nature of the proposed interim use eliminates the adverse effects the prohibition was intended to prevent; and WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing was mailed to properties within 350 feet of the subject property and published in the Sun Current newspaper on November 13, 2025; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Richfield held a public hearing at its November 24, 2025, meeting and recommended approval of the Interim Use Permit; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed all materials submitted by the Applicant; considered the oral and written testimony offered by the Applicant and all interested parties; and has now concluded that the application is in compliance with applicable standards and can be considered for approval; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota, as follows: 1. The City Council adopts as its Findings of Fact the WHEREAS clauses set forth above. 2. The City Council further adopts as its Findings of Fact the findings listed in the Required Findings Statement. 3. The proposed Interim Use Permit request meets all applicable conditions and restrictions stated in zoning code section 547.15 except as follows: The proposed interim use is not a permitted primary use within the City. In accordance with zoning code section 547.13, Subd.3, part “e”, the City Council finds that the temporary nature of the interim use eliminates the detriment that a stand-alone parking lot will have to a mixed use area. The infrequent nature of the use makes the deferral of parking lot improvements reasonable in this instance. Page 105 of 111 4. The proposed Interim Use Permit, as described in City Council Staff Report No.___, is hereby approved subject to the following conditions: a) The property may be used for employee parking only - except as expressly approved by the Director - for no more than 122 days per year, as outlined in the Applicant’s request letter dated October 31, 2025. b) In-ground landscaping shall be installed and continually maintained along the eastern property line to screen the lot and provide a barrier to limit potential customer parking. c) The lot shall be properly maintained at all times, such that it is useable by all vehicles, walkable by pedestrians, and minimizes any tracking of dirt or debris offsite. d) Signs must be installed to prohibit non-employee parking. e) The Interim Use Permit will expire five (5) years from its effective date (December 9, 2030), or upon violation of the conditions under which the permit was issued, whichever occurs first. f) A parking study shall be required prior to the issuance of permits for a permanent parking lot on this lot. g) This lot shall be combined with an adjacent lot prior to the issuance of permits for a permanent parking lot. h) The Interim Use Permit shall be reviewed periodically by the City to ensure compliance with the conditions set forth in this resolution. Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield, Minnesota this 9th day of December 2025. Mary B. Supple, Mayor ATTEST: Michelle Friedrich, City Clerk Page 106 of 111 Richfield City Council Code Requirements / Required Findings Interim Use Permit (Subsection 547.15) The Planning Commission shall recommend an interim use permit and the Council shall issue such interim use permit only if it finds, based on the proposed location, that: a) The period of time for which the interim use permit is to be granted will terminate before any adverse impacts are felt upon adjacent properties. Staff recommends that the Applicant be granted a full five years until the permit terminates. This will afford the Applicant time to explore a more permanent solution. The lot has been vacant for a number of years and will only be utilized about a third of the year. Landscaping along the eastern side of the lot will help to improve its appearance. Adverse impacts to adjacent properties are not anticipated. b) The use will terminate upon a date or even that can be identified with certainty. Interim use permits may not be granted for a period greater than five (5) years. Staff recommends termination on December 9, 2030. c) The use will not adversely impact the health, safety and welfare of the community during the period of the interim use. The occasional use of the site for parking is not anticipated to adversely impact health, safety, or welfare. Long- term, more permanent improvements to the site will be necessary if parking continues. d) The use is similar to existing uses in the area. The parcel to the north of Lakewinds remains vacant as well. Additional redevelopment is anticipated, but the vacancy and occasional parking will not cause any immediate issues that do not already exist. e) An interim use shall conform to zoning regulations except the City Council may waive ordinance provisions upon a finding that the temporary nature of the interim use will eliminate the adverse effects the provisions were intended to prevent. See “d” above. f) There is adequate assurance that the property will be left in suitable condition after the use is terminated. With anticipated proper maintenance, the lot will remain largely as-is. g) By agreement, the use will not impose additional costs on the public if it is necessary for the public to take the property in the future. The property owner has signed a consent agreement agreeing to this condition. h) The property owner, by agreement, agrees to any conditions that the City Council has deemed appropriate for permission of the use, including a condition that the owner will provide an appropriate financial surety to cover the cost of removing the interim use and interim structures upon the expiration of the interim use permit. The property owner and applicant are aware of all conditions. No improvements that will need to be removed are proposed. i) The property owner agrees to abide by any additional conditions that the Council deems appropriate for permission of the use. The property owner and applicant are aware of all conditions. Page 107 of 111 Page 108 of 111 Page 109 of 111 © 2016!Charles Levin Architects Charles ! Levin! Architects! ! 2300! Milwaukee! Avenue! ! Minneapolis! Minnesota! 55404-3150! ! P: 612.729.5333! F: 612.729.8351! E: chuck@clevin.com ARCHITECT'S PROJECT #1515 N Office Address :! 6321 Bury Drive #21 Eden Prairie, MN 55346 Project Address:! 6420 Lyndale Ave. S. RIichfield, MN 55423 I hereby certify that this plan, specification or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision a n d t h a t I a m a d u l y Licensed Architect under the laws of the State of MN. Charles Alan Levin! MN License No. 14672 Date: 09/16/13 PRINTED 5/10/16 PROPOSED PARKING IUP 05/10/2016842840 SITE PLAN 0 4 8 16 N SITE PLAN 1" = 15'-0"A1.2 1 NOTE:! PARKING SPACES SHOWN DASHED FOR COUNT. NO STRIPES WILL BE PAINTED. POLE MOUNTED QUAD LIGHT TO REMAIN ELEC. PANEL (VERIFY POWER AND CONDITION) EXISTING STEEL BOLLARDS TO REMAIN (2 THUS) APRO XI M A T E A R E A OF EXI S TI N G BITUM I N O U S P A VI N G E X I S T I N G S U RM O U N T A B L E C O N C . C U R B EXISTI N G N EI G H B O RI N G B U I L DI N G EXISTING STEEL BOLLARDS TO REMAIN (3 THUS) EXISTING WATER SPIGOT AND PUMP TO REMAIN (3 THUS) L Y N D A L E A V E N U E S O U T H 12 136 5 9 SITE PLAN : OVERFLOW PARKING STRIPING PLAN B SHEET! A1.2!!18'-10 "18'-0 "36'-9 "18'-0 "31'- 0 " 18 ' - 0 "5'-0 " 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 25'-4" 21'-5" 81'-0" 29'-0" HARD-PACK 20' ACCESS DRIVE24'-1"HEDGE Page 110 of 111 GARFIELD RICHFIELDLAKE 64TH ST W 65TH ST W RAE DRBRYANT AVE SGRAND AVE S64 1/2 ST WALDRICH AVE SHARRIET AVELYNDALE AVE S ± Location and Zoning Map 0 250 500125ft I:\GIS\Community Development\Case Maps\2025\Lakewinds & Lot 4 - IUP - 6430 Lyndale Ave S.mxd 6430 Lyndale Avenue South Case #:Z25-10 SUBJECTSITE Parks Legend R Low Density Residential PMR Planned Multi-Family MR-2 Multi-Family MR-3 High-Density Multi-Family C-1 Community Commercial C-2 General Commercial PC-2 Planned General Commercial PMU Planned Mixed Usel Page 111 of 111