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HomeMy Public PortalAbout11/15/2016 Special City Council Minutes" MEDINA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 15, 2016 The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in special session on November 15, 2016 at 6:10 p.m. at the Medina City Hall, 2052 County Road 24, Medina, MN. I. Call to Order Members present: Anderson, Cousineau, Martin, Members absent: Mitchell and Pederson Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, City Engineer Jim Stremel, Public Works Director Steve Scherer Public Safety Director Ed Belland, and City Planner Dusty Finke II. Presentation on Police Reserve Program Police Reserve Sergeant Mike Chorley provided an update and background on the Medina Police Reserve Program. The program typically has 7 or more members. The Police Reservists coordinate security for events (Hamel Rodeo Parade, Holiday Train, etc.), respond to call -outs, and provide extra patrols/security in Medina. The program donated over 1,200 hours of service in 2016. This includes 268 hours of training and 145 house checks. Chief Belland noted that the program saves the City a large amount of over -time expense and the Reservists provide an incredible service to Medina. Staff will work with Sgt. Chorley to help with recruitment efforts in the future. The City Council thanked Sergeant Chorley and the Police Reservists for their extraordinary service and dedication to Medina. III. Highway 55/County Road 116 Project Discussion Hennepin County Engineer Tim Bruers provided an update to the City Council regarding the plans and budget for the intersection improvement in 2017. The intersection is designed for quiet zone improvements. The project will be constructed in two stages. The western half will be constructed during phase one. The eastern half will be constructed during phase two. Public Works Director Steve Scherer also informed the City Council about the overlay project on Clydesdale Trail that is also scheduled for 2017. City Engineer Jim Stremel updated the Council regarding the Municipal State Aid (MSA) funds that are available for this project. Council directed staff to maximize the MSA funds used for this project, to work with Hennepin County to provide businesses and residents with information on the project, and to move forward with the plans and budget for the project. Medina City Council Special Meeting Minutes 1 November 15, 2016 Adjournment Anderson closed the meeting at 6:45 p.m. J hn Anderson, Acting Mayor Attest: Jodi . Gallup, City S! erk • Medina City Council Special Meeting Minutes 2 November 15, 2016