2025-09-10 CC & Closed Exec. Session Minutes - Approved

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City of Centerville City Council Meeting Minutes September 10, 2025 OPEN FORUM Mr. Chad Wagner, 6781 Beaver Pond Way, thanked all for their service on the City Council. He addressed the City Council regarding the switchover of the Fire Department to Spring Lake Park/Blaine/ Mounds View. He asked why Lino Lakes was not asked for a bid for service. Homeowner insurance considers water availability. The Lino Lakes station could service Centerville within 5 minutes. Lino Lakes would hire the Centerville firefighters and would not need the fire equipment, which could be sold by Centerville. He does not understand why Lino Lakes would not be utilized. Council needs to consider what is best for the residents. Mr. Rodman Smith, 1630 Hunters Ridge Lane, has 31 years of experience working in public safety. He encouraged the Council to consider receiving a bid from Lino Lakes for fire services. Mr. Smith stated that he hears more sirens in Centerville than when he lived in Minneapolis and that he has heard stories of the difficult relationship of working with the City of Lino Lakes in the past, but he believes this would be best for Centerville. Mr. Scott Bosell, 6793 Beaver Pond Way, recently retired from the Minneapolis Fire Department after 34 years. Response time is very important for a good outcome for incidents. He finds it troubling that three other cities are responding to incidents in Centerville. Lino Lakes has a new fire station ¼ mile from Centerville City Hall. Mr. Jeff Pfeffer, Lieutenant, Centerville Fire Department stated that he was indifferent to the discussions being held and understands that Centerville was surrounded by the City of Lino Lakes. He stated that he was confident that Spring Lake Park-Blaine-Mounds View will make it work here. Mayor Golden closed the Open Forum. V. PUBLIC HEARING 1. None. VI. CONSENT AGENDA Mayor Golden provided an opportunity for members to pull items for additional discussion. 1. City of Centerville Claims through September 10, 2025 (Checks #37833-37864 & E2486- E2491) 2. Centennial Lakes Police Department Claims through September 4, 2025 (Checks #15854- 15864, E2025060-2025067 & Payroll Checks #15851-15853) 3. Centennial Fire District Claims through September 9, 2025 (Checks #9971-9974) 4. July 9, 2025, Work Session & City Council Meeting Minutes 5. Acceptance of Resignation Letter & Res. #25-0XX – Recognizing & Honoring Mr. Richard Nelson, Planning & Zoning Commissioner 6. Res. #25-0XX – A Resolution Proclamation for Constitution Week Page 2 of 10