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October 26, 2021
MEDINA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF
OCTOBER 26, 2021
The City Council of Medina, Minnesota met in special session on October 26, 2021, at
9:00 a.m. at OSI, 4101 Arrowhead Drive, Medina, MN.
I. Call to Order
Members present: Martin, Reid, Cavanaugh
Members absent: Albers, DesLauriers
Also present: City Administrator Scott Johnson, Assistant City Administrator
Jodi Gallup, Finance Director Erin Barnhart, Public Safety Director Jason Nelson, Public
Works Director Steve Scherer, and Planning Director Dusty Finke
II. OSI – Medina Business Tour
The City Council and staff met with representatives from OSI. The following update was
provided: OSI was purchased by Emerson Electric in October 2020, a decision has been
made to put OSI under Aspen Tech from Boston MA (closing will occur in 6 months),
and there are no changes planned for OSI. OSI employees can work remotely or in the
office. The headquarters will be in Boston for the new company, the organization will
have over 2,000 employees, and Emerson Electric will retain the controlling stake in the
company.
OSI is happy with its facility expansion and are filling the space quickly. OSI is
interested in hotel space closer to its facility for training. OSI will be relocating its
driveway next spring in conjunction with the additional turn lane project on Highway 55.
OSI is interested in housing options including apartments, townhomes, and single-family
homes for its employees. The Wayzata School District is a major draw for some staff.
Medina provided information on future housing projects in the city. OSI is happy to be
in Medina. Its facility is a clean and safe place to work. The major benefit for OSI
employees in Medina is they can commute from an urban area or live in a rural setting.
III. Adjournment
Martin closed the meeting at 9:46 a.m.
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Kathleen Martin, Mayor
Attest:
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Scott T. Johnson, City Administrator