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\"We could use more communication in the group,\" said Olivia Schmidt, one of the commissioners who spoke during the commission's update to the Lakeville City Council. \"Sometimes they will not be patient. . . we don't really see as much of the impact of results.\" Fadumo Mohammed and Addison Johnson joined Schmidt in presenting a slide recap of the group's work.

The commissioners told council they planned smaller, school-oriented outreach in the coming year, such as presentations for elementary students and hands-on volunteer activities. \"I like volunteer work mostly, getting hands-on experience,\" Johnson said, describing the kind of projects the group prefers.

Council members and staff pressed for clearer expectations tied to time and attendance. Staff and commissioners said the commission set its regular meeting time as 6:30 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month and experimented with a midmonth Zoom to improve engagement; attendance dipped over the summer. Councilmember discussion focused on clarifying the time commitment during recruitment interviews and on encouraging commissioners to attend public council meetings to gain experience.

Staff said applications for the next term will open in August and that the city will run recruitment notices with the school districts in the first week of school. Council offered to participate in early meetings or interviews to emphasize commitments and expectations.

The update was a status report; no council action was taken. Council members thanked the youth commissioners for their service and asked staff to return with recruitment materials and clearer written expectations for applicants.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Lakeville City Council Work Session 7-28-25","oneSentenceSummary","Three members of the Lakeville City Youth Advisory Commission on Tuesday described a year of civic learning but said attendance and communication shortfalls limited larger projects.","taxTitle","Lakeville City, Dakota County, Minnesota","taxId",5012,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6748020,"Finance staff: Lakeville's 2024 results show higher-than-budget revenue and healthy fund balances; auditors report no findings",568,4697000,5265000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6&start=4697&end=5265","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6/thumbnail_4697000.jpg","/articles/6748020/Lakeville-City/Dakota-County/Minnesota/Finance-staff-Lakevilles-2024-results-show-higher-than-budget-revenue-and-healthy-fund-balances-auditors-report-no-findings","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6748020-b1427493853a2088a6626c8a7ce9da6f/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153325&Signature=Mvs46hBoSL9LI8jS5sUJPbldEDeH5qDohxOFCLf4dDWhcefn7jL7SIEa8pJmq6Z7tsANwx~ObdRWLvcwqJcS6VPiNx9jPDPEmCwBRJnTvL9Y4opMw882ZSIej-NBhF56Z3F6j4-KPsKjykZBlEau-leTRyYN75oJ9L5VrBc~FOqoSRUVBI8k~TSd1rlVFjNYuDdahfpNm6p8vkTFpQlLBHPPRX~6Raz9yrL6Ny9oWjDSwT6blZ9ZTaXk5zPbmY3bqJwOu2Dt6THLoX37OXCBULgQuQvn2KGrc3ib4fRiKIkpuoR9HbeKK4uyd65Iv60k7bas8wBaS~Bs2lqIZXXWjw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City finance staff presented a high-level review of the 2024 financial statements and audit status, reporting generally positive fund balances and no auditor findings to date.

Staff said general fund revenues were roughly $1.1 million over budget, including approximately $250,000 in interest income and about $800,000 in development-related licenses and service charges. Public-safety expenditures exceeded budget (roughly $175,000 over), but staff said increased related revenues nearly offset that variance. The general fund's ending unrestricted balance was reported relative to 2025 projected expenditures and staff noted a planned transfer related to a future fire station land purchase.

Enterprise funds reflected seasonal and grant timing differences (2024 grant receipts were lower than 2023 in part due to timing), and capital projects included one-time transfers and capital asset activity tied to meter inventories and other system work. Staff said auditors had no findings against the city and that staff is working on required filings and any extension requests with statewide audit offices.

No formal action was required; council members thanked staff for the update.","City finance staff presented a high-level review of the 2024 financial statements and audit status, reporting generally positive fund balances and no auditor findings to date.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6748033,"Lakeville staff, Progressive Rail partners outline 225-car storage plan, annexation and $7 million state construction request",1805,756000,2561000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6&start=756&end=2561","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6/thumbnail_756000.jpg","/articles/6748033/Lakeville-City/Dakota-County/Minnesota/Lakeville-staff-Progressive-Rail-partners-outline-225-car-storage-plan-annexation-and-7-million-state-construction-request","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6748033-490cf3d0ecea40c4d02339603044770a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153325&Signature=JFt1kDVnVI4bP6qGLHuiPn6hu-iwIZHEg6K-gulQkIvfzaJ6V5vODMPuXLu--Qo8geCuywNhi8dWnJ2oqHapjfpWs7g36lW-L4g71ggSodwD4Oi5BzGFVUi3CNb5pwSz1UTJ~VvjzzLPK5c68Q7BzaBbJXkJcTaTkXXronwUHAc2KFHjqsuWjFsupDiRGZ8I83ZkoxHKj4rSup23hkpz~HyZ5JEATLs1Ho76XZYdnWurH3d4vQQbzrBq2Zaz46QSmztCRjtZiEatJMEfFCwxC7wNMyVf124Zr7IrWIRc19lfGbnlbKToPhyfX6rxSKVU1SrSAw2Mi8sKHKRCfxRd~g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lakeville City staff and private rail partners presented a conceptual plan for a freight rail car storage facility on roughly 22 acres south of the Progressive Rail (PGR) offices, saying the initial phase would provide railcar storage and later phases could add repair capacity.

Andrea Balcomen, identified in the presentation as CEO of Progressive Rail, and representatives from Compass Rail described the project purpose: storage capacity to reduce roadside switching, improve roadway access and address public-safety concerns west of Dodd Boulevard. \"This initial phase is just really for storage,\" a Compass Rail representative said, citing the company's nationwide running-repair operations and a plan to site a storage siding that could hold about 225 railcars.

Staff outlined funding to date: $750,000 in federal congressional-directed funding earmarked primarily for design and environmental work, a proposed state allocation of roughly $7,000,000 intended for construction, and a required local match (reported as 20 percent). Staff said they are close to finalizing a state agreement and are coordinating with the Federal Railroad Administration and MnDOT.

The next procedural steps described were acquisition of the land/easements, annexation by ordinance (anticipated for a September public hearing after property closing), a land-use application (anticipated in October) and eventual design and construction procurement. Staff said the city would technically own the land and track while use agreements and operations would be performed by Progressive Rail and Compass Rail under negotiated contracts. A federal/state funding condition was noted: a 35-year requirement tied to the state funding that affects asset disposition.

Council members asked for capacity and timing details; staff said the existing downtown storage is \"not many\" cars now, the proposed siding would accommodate roughly 225 cars, and the city hopes to begin formal design by the end of the year with construction potentially occurring in the following construction season, subject to environmental review and final agreements. No council vote was taken; staff will return with annexation/land-use applications and draft use agreements for council consideration.","Lakeville City staff and private rail partners presented a conceptual plan for a freight rail car storage facility on roughly 22 acres south of the Progressive Rail offices, saying the initial phase would provide railcar storage and later phases could add repair capacity.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6748029,"Lakeville staff proposes 15 mph trail speed limit, new e-bike ordinance and education/enforcement measures",319,2475000,2794000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6&start=2475&end=2794","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6/thumbnail_2475000.jpg","/articles/6748029/Lakeville-City/Dakota-County/Minnesota/Lakeville-staff-proposes-15-mph-trail-speed-limit-new-e-bike-ordinance-and-educationenforcement-measures","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6748029-3aa29543f37ecb28bca8de83c623bc62/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153325&Signature=XTyeAjnCyJJfO9HQhT1eObbEa~yXYbAaKqLDRn5L6fcXEkF77w7TdDQmm6C1WcszBxPo0Rysoi03OcSmaGbSUrLb~rH1Kr9TqyRLwvKwbhrn~BhrXwxWXUUu7Cy-H6lbFWTnZ7Z0ktfZrE7Qw7yprCcVZLgVs5V7sjdEK9xDP~HEHSuM3BdDVyF1XeZt620gHCMtkaJH6~vbGjRn5B5hLzrCnsF6Mu9UxCfFvHmnnBH3HDtP5mzGL1aKZ7N3KHotFazYKE2eyJE8uUNz8iqN9Nt4Gj-cauHP8~xlY75zxeoMhd4V5PfXeVRmalLQMoOMStmgvBTxtownzvTfwHLc6g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lakeville staff presented proposed ordinance language and enforcement recommendations that aim to close gaps in the city's current trail rules for e-bikes, scooters and other motorized devices.

Mr. Maciarchin, who introduced the item, said state statute provides an e-bike definition but local ordinance does not clearly address the variety of new devices. \"The ordinance as it stands now would restrict speeds on our trails across the board to 15,\" staff said, noting the 15 mph limit would apply to all trail users under the proposed language. Chief Austin joined staff in describing enforcement and education needs.

Council and staff discussed tactics to reduce conflicts: trailhead signage, painted speed limits on pavement in key areas, design changes in hotspots to naturally slow traffic, and targeted education through recreation staff and local bike shops. Staff noted the city has roughly 120 miles of paved trails and will prioritize high-use corridors rather than signing every segment at once.

The item was a policy discussion; staff said they will return with draft ordinance language, signage and an enforcement/education plan. No ordinance change was adopted at this meeting.","City staff presented draft trail regulations to clarify e-bike classifications, restrict off-trail use and set a 15 mph speed limit for trails; staff recommended signage, painted speed markings, focused enforcement at hotspots and education campaigns coordinated with Dakota County Greenways.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6748025,"Council reviews short-term rental practices; staff to propose registration, parking standards and definition updates",294,3771000,4065000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6&start=3771&end=4065","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5621468-7b01c798312fe3c5087fddb1116376a6/thumbnail_3771000.jpg","/articles/6748025/Lakeville-City/Dakota-County/Minnesota/Council-reviews-short-term-rental-practices-staff-to-propose-registration-parking-standards-and-definition-updates","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6748025-bfc7d044c0a38dcb712864e26d770875/orig.mp4?Expires=1771153325&Signature=BxwGy3lLFD8hlogQvXFT56XskqFZHK-LKnB-355wjVO492jH-FZNTNZz1rpnvIhlZv2jU9uzEgWA407fw5MekraLepOxczywfKKnSKis3Z4oBxpX5qTeiMdkaligqKGS1N5mVgAz3~BwtaplxdQl~eOgLxyGe1JFXlOkWMpVDD4vJ8bQ0jmU3-ZXnVXYW9eKOXC2hFCW8Ojp2jeftU3xzRfoQ1xsNWA1s74J0LShgXFOoRk5s9TUnppZVDrOnSa5PxyZ9voKPqOVirSJd0Vmt~7YR7C-whlTPJHS1TWFlIeRbH03MpIZCz1~96iVuBNAwdCH-rMfE4w3u7BVq1cmqQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lakeville planning staff briefed the council on short-term rental issues and possible ordinance changes, recommending a clearer definition, consolidated ordinance language and options for registration or licensing.

Staff explained the existing zoning text has been interpreted to allow owner-occupied room rentals (rental of rooms within an owner-occupied dwelling) and that interpretation has created ambiguity about whole-home rentals and enforcement. \"Based on this language, it has been interpreted that only rooms can be rented,\" staff said, and recommended the council consider creating a dedicated definition and separate ordinance section for short-term rentals.

Council discussion focused on practical enforcement and neighborhood impacts: parking concerns were raised repeatedly as a primary complaint, and several council members suggested a registration system with enforcement \"teeth,\" or collecting lodging tax to improve accountability. Staff noted enforcement challenges because short-term listings can be hard to track without a registration system, and that Airbnb offers a city portal for data and hosting requirements that the city could explore.

Staff will draft ordinance language and an outreach/registration proposal for further council review and possible public input. No vote or ordinance change occurred at this meeting.","Planning staff reviewed the city's existing zoning language on short-term rentals (currently interpreted as owner-occupied room rentals), recommended creating a dedicated short-term rental definition and section, and suggested a registration or license, clearer parking standards and coordination with lodging tax rules.","actionData","errors"]

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