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2026-04-28 CC Agenda PacketI, CITYOF MOUND CITY OF MOUND CITY COUNCIL AGENDA Tuesday, April 28, 2026 6:00 pm THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL THE START OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ADOPT AGENDA 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS 5. PRESENTATIONS a. Utility Rate Study— Long Term Financial Management Plan, Imihy 1-7 b. Avon Park Survey, Prich 8-18 6. CONSENTAGENDA a. Minutes of the April 14, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting, Kelly 19-24 b. Check Registry for February & March 2026, Erdmann 25-27 c. MCES 2023 1/1 Grant Program Reimbursement, Bauman 28-30 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS 8. OLD BUSINESS 9. NEW BUSINESS a. Purchasing Card Program Policy, Erdmann 31-34 b. Lost Lake Commons Interpretive and Wayfinding Signs, Bauman 35-42 10.ANNOUNCEMENTS a. Comments/Reports from Council Members b. Comment/Report from City Manager c. Next City Council Regular Meeting: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. 11. ADJOURN City of Mound Mission Statement: The City of Mound, through teamwork and cooperation, provides at a reasonable cost, quality services that respond to the needs of all citizens, fostering a safe, attractive and flourishing community. Administration -Finance CITY OF MOUND City Council Item 5a To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members From: Laila Imihy, AICP, Deputy City Manager Date: April 23, 2026 Subject: Utility Rate Study and Water Treatment Plant Funding Scenarios Update PURPOSE Tonight, Deputy City Manager Imihy and the City's Financial Consultant, Kyle Sawyer of Ehlers, will discuss updates to the Utility Rate Study which supports the Council's decision making as the City continues to evaluate options and assess the financial impact of constructing a potential water treatment plant. BACKGROUND In 2023, the City of Mound began a Financial Management Plan (FMP) to plan work on achieving a positive fund balance in the City's utility funds as well as ensure levy increases incorporated funding day-to-day City needs, reduce City debt and reduce the need to bond for major infrastructure projects beyond 2030. Studying utility rates through a Utility Rate Study (URS) is a component of the FMP and guides decision making within the FMP. Doing a URS was also a request of the Public Facilities Authority (PFA) when the City made a request for funding through them for a water treatment plant. More information about why the City is considering a water treatment plant, and information about this year's water treatment plant infrastructure can be found on the City's website, here. The URS is being completed in two phases. Phase one which completed at the end of 2025 was inclusive of the City's updated Capital Improvement Plan and the current financial condition of the Water and Sewer Funds and provides recommendations for the 2026 utility rates. Recommendations from Phase one were adopted at the November 25, 2025, City Council Meeting. URS PHASE TWO Tonight Staff and Ehlers will report on the findings from Phase 2 of the URS which: • Analyzes funding scenarios for a water treatment plant • Reviews the use of franchise fees to support a water treatment plant • Provides a look at the FMP and URS if a water treatment plant was funded 1 ASSUMPTIONS IN URS MODEL Phase two of the URS utilizes the following assumptions to develop funding scenarios: • An estimated total water treatment cost of $42 million. o $12 million for site preparation which has been funded by State and Federal funds o Estimated construction costs of $30 million dollars. A firm cost will be known following bidding the project. • That the City would receive $3 million dollars in grant funding from the PFA • That the City would increase gas and electric franchise fees every other year from 2027-2031 to generate an additional $5.4 million to pay for the water treatment plant o Currently residents pay $4 per month per gas and electric utility and a raise in the rates would be on par with other communities. • That the City would receive a loan from the PFA for a length of 20 years at a 2% interest rate. o Based on final water treatment plant costs, the length of the loan may be able to extend to 30 years and/or the interest rate may be able to be reduced. The variables would reduce the cost per month to the water bill. • That the City does not receive any additional grant funds beyond the PFA, including not receiving funding from the State Bonding Bill. • The City would utilize a PFA loan rather than bond for the project through the general tax levy and pay the loan back using revenue from the water fund. o Payment of the loan through the water fund and increases in water rates ensures that all users pay for this necessary water infrastructure. If the City utilizes property taxes to pay for this improvement, many large water users would not pay for water treatment plant construction as tax-exempt properties do not pay property taxes. • That by 2029, the City would eliminate the existing cash deficit in the water fund and would not issue any additional debt in future years. The model provided tonight is a conservative approach and scenarios proposed below are the estimated costs Mound residents would pay for this infrastructure. The City continues to advocate at the State for additional funding to support this project. WATER RATE IMPACTS Water Fund Projected Cash Balances 4,000,000 133 No Water Treatment Plant Scenario: Should the City choose not to build a water treatment plant, water rates will still need to increase to eliminate the existing short fall within the water fund. Due to no water rate increases from 2018-2022, this fund currently exists in a deficit. To achieve the necessary cash on hand in this fund and to eliminate the deficit the URS plans for water rate increases from 2027 to 2033. Year % Increase 2027 13.5 2028 11.5 2029 7.5 2030 3 2031 3 2032 3 2033 3 For each user class, the impact for this scenario in 2027 would be as follows: Residential, Medium volume user (14,000 gallons) 2026 Actual 2027, No Water Treatment Plant Annual Franchise Fees $96 $101 Annual Water Fees $695 $788 Total Annual Cost $791 $889 Total Annual Increase $98 Monthly Increase $8.16 This monthly increase can be broken down further: Multi -Family, Medium volume user (62,000 gallons, 12 Units billed together) 2026 Actual 2027, No Water Treatment Plant Annual Franchise Fees $1,152 $1,212 Annual Water Fees $5,118 $5,808 Total Annual Cost $6,270 $7,020 Total Annual Increase $750 Monthly Increase $62.50 3 This monthly increase can be broken down further: $5.00 Franchise $57.50 Water Fees Billlncrease Commercial, Medium volume user (31,000 gallons) 2026 Actual 2027, No Water Treatment Plant Annual Franchise Fees $288 $302 Annual Water Fees $3,764 $4,272 Total Annual Cost $4,052 $4,574 Total Annual Increase $522 Monthly Increase $43.50 This monthly increase can be broken down further: Water Treatment Plant Scenario: Should the City choose to construct a water treatment plant, using the assumptions above the rate increases would be as follows: Year % Increase 2027 17 2028 16 2029 15 2030 10 2031 8 2032 5 2033 3 For each user class the impact for this scenario in 2027 would be as follows: Residential, Medium volume user (14,000 gallons) 2026 Actual 2027, Water Treatment Plant Annual Franchise Fees $96 $144 Annual Water Fees $695 $813 Total Cost $791 $957 Total Annual Increase $166 Monthly Increase $13.83 This monthly increase can be broken down further: Multi -Family, Medium volume user (62,000 gallons, 12 Units billed together) 2026 Actual 2027, Water Treatment Plant Annual Franchise Fees $1,152 $1,728 Annual Water Fees $5,118 $5,987 Total Annual Cost $6,270 $7,715 Total Annual Increase $1,445 Monthly Increase $120.42 5 This monthly increase can be broken down further: $43.00 of Franchise eesfunds the wTP ($3.58) Commercial, Medium volume user (31,000 gallons) 2026 Actual 2027, Water Treatment Plant Annual Franchise Fees $288 $432 Annual Water Fees $3,764 $4,404 Total Annual Cost $4,052 $4,836 Total Annual Increase $784 Monthly Increase $65.33 This monthly increase can be broken down further: I Billing $12.00 of Franrhico Foot J SUMMARY This model of the URS was developed conservatively with assumptions and variables which should they change will impact the monthly cost across all user groups. In either scenario, water rates will need to increase annually to support moving the fund out of a deficit. For most residents, the estimated financial impact of a water treatment plant breaks down to just $5.67 per month, with only $2.08 added to the water bill each month. Many residents who use water softening, bottled water or other methods to ensure their household has clean water are likely to have household savings and improved water should the City move forward with a water treatment plant. FUTURE ACTION The Council will take future action on this item at the end of the summer after more information regarding PFA grants and the State Bonding Bill is known. 7 Department Public Works Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Jesse Dickson, City Manager From: Ryan Prich, Public Works Director Date: 4-28-2026 Subject: Avon Park Survey PURPOSE- Review data from the Avon Park survey INFORMATION- Surveys were distributed to surrounding households to collect data on how frequently the park is used, the age groups of its users, and the community's preferences, needs, and desired improvements for the park. FUTURE ACTION- Council direction on next steps 1.1 Overview The Avon Park survey shows that there is a strong demand from young families and grandparents with toddler/preschool age children, overwhelming preference for swings/slides/climbing structures, and repeated requests for shade and caregiver seating. Avon Park Play r u 17 12 5 5 Total responses Have children/ Support improvements Would use several grandchildren (no children) times/week Toddlers (0-2) Preschool (3-5) Early Elementary Older Children Teens 0 2 4 6 8 10 11 Several Times Monthly Sensory Play Elements Ground -Level Mixed -Age Play 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 13 Monkey Bars Ground -Level Play Climbing Structure Balanc ides Obstacle Course r w •rently Use Backstop Very/ Somewhat Important to Keep Not Important to Keep 0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 15 Notable Written Comments "Rubber surface (no sand, no cement). Separate toddler section. Shade would be amazing + benches for parents." "I grew up playing at this park and am now a parent who uses it. I value the swings, slide, and green space/ basketball the most." "Most kids in the neighborhood are young toddlers! Please keep as much open/grassy space as possible + mature trees." "Please, no sand base. It would be gr improve the basketball court and N 2 hoops - game court size. Picnic tabl great to have." L'J E CL cr w o sand Grassy Seating safety Trees 0 � Shade:5w U (D mbin9 Neighborhood 17 Key High fights Strong young -family demand. The vast majority of respondents represent households with toddler -to -elementary age children (or grandparents with children in that age range). Preschool (3-5) and early elementary (6-8) tied as the most checked age groups, and when asked for a single top priority, those same two groups split the vote evenly, with a few respondents preferring a balanced all -ages design. Three pieces of equipment dominate. Across all write-in responses to the question "If only three types of equipment could be installed, which would you choose?" swings, slides, and climbing structures were mentioned by nearly every resident who answered. These should be considered must -haves. Shade and caregiver seating is the #1 inclusive feature. It ties with accessible swings in the survey questions, and multiple open-ended comments reinforced it. This is a low-cost, high -impact addition worth emphasizing. Safety surface matters. Respondents requested rubber surfacing and explicitly opposed sand and cement. The backstop is a low priority. Only two respondents currently use it, and more said it's "not important" than said it's important to keep. Green space and open lawn should be preserved. Multiple comments asked the City to keep as much open, grassy, natural space as possible - the playground footprint shouldn't crowd out unstructured play areas. MOUND CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 14, 2026 The City Council of the City of Mound, Hennepin County, Minnesota, met in regular session on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in the Centennial Building. Members present: Mayor Jason Holt, Council Members Sherrie Pugh, Kathy McEnaney, and Michelle Herrick. Members absent: Kevin Castellano Others present: City Manager Jesse Dickson, City Clerk Kevin Kelly, City Attorney Scott Landsman, Community Development Director Sarah Smith, Public Works Director Ryan Prich, Planner Rita Trapp, City Engineer Matt Bauman, Nicholas Petersen, Janet Petersen, Martha Mason, John Petersen and Johann Chemin. Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Adopt Agenda Dickson had amendments to the agenda which included Item 6C, the Music in the Park June event will be removed from its schedule and Item 6H, the amount paid to Minger Construction should read $4,121.34. MOTION by Pugh, seconded by McEnaney, to approve the amended agenda. Upon roll call vote, all voted in favor. Motion carried. Public Comments Nick Petersen said he grew up in Mound and attended Mound Westonka Schools. Petersen said his education instilled his love of civics and he said he stood in line for 13 hours to be first in line at the Presidential Inauguration in 2024. Petersen said at an inaugural event that he shouted "We love you Mr. President'. Petersen said the President and First Lady pointed, smiled and waved at me. Petersen said this exchange has been recorded and validated and he received two signed plaques from the White House which were signed by the President. Petersen presented the two plaques to the City Council. Janet Petersen, 3136 Tuxedo Blvd., said a neighbor behind her property put up a new wood fence and left the old fence in place which is falling apart. Petersen asked for a change in city policy or code to make sure the old fence is removed. Presentations a. Orono Police Department with the March 2026 Activity Report, Raze Josh Raze, OPD Officer, said the OPD Chief interview process is ongoing with two finalists being interviewed this week. Raze noted the following: • OLL School DARE Graduation upcoming • One overweight vehicle sited • OPD staff went through the 2-day use of force training 19 • Severe weather sirens will be set off next week Raze listed the criminal activity in the Mound Crime Summary Report in which activity occurred. Consent Agenda a. Approve Minutes of the March 14, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting b. Approve Resolution No. 26-23 approving the Liquor License for Lovy Thai Restaurant, Kelly c. Approve Resolution No. 26-24 approving permits for 2026 Music in the Park summer concert series at Surfside Park and Beach and waiving fees due to public purpose of gathering, Smith d. Approve Resolution No. 26-25 approving permit for 2026 Mound Fire Department Relief Association Fish Fry and Dance on Saturday, June 6, 2026 and waiving fees due to public purpose of gathering, Smith e. Approve Resolution No. 26-26 approving permit for seasonal use of City property for 2026 Mound Farmers Market & More on Saturdays from May 23, 2026 to October 10, 2026 with reduced fee due to public purpose of gathering, Smith f. Approve 2026 Planning Commission Work Plan and Staff Project, Smith g. Approve Resolution No. 26-27 approving 2026-2029 Residential Waste Reduction and Recycling and Grant Agreement with Hennepin County, Imihy h. Pay Request No. 2 in the amount of $4,121.34 to Minger Construction for Water Treatment Infrastructure Improvements -Phase 2, PW-25-12, Bauman MOTION by McEnaney, seconded by Herrick, to approve the consent agenda. Upon roll call vote. all voted in favor. Motion carried. 7. Public Hearings Planning Commission Recommendation — Planning Case No. 26-01 Public Hearing — Consideration/action on Conditional Use Permit Conditional Use Permit for Essential Service Building on City Parcel with PID No. 23-117-24-31-0077 for New Water Treatment Facility Applicant: City Engineer Bolton & Menk on behalf of City of Mound Trapp presented the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) request by Bolton and Menk for the proposed Water Treatment Plant (WTP) with vehicle access being allowed through an existing easement. Trapp said the WTP is considered an Essential Service Building which is a conditional use in all zoning districts. Trapp said this project site doesn't require any additional zoning. Trapp said adjacent to the proposed site is the School District owned undeveloped property, Sorbo Park and residential use properties. Trapp said another existing site condition is the topography which slopes from the wooded lot to Evergreen Toad. Trapp listed the following regarding Access: • There is a dedicated ROW from the north side of the property to Evergreen Road just north of Sorbo Park • There is green space between the water tower and WTP building 20 • Width of driveway is designed to meet Fire Department regulations and to accommodate utility vehicles • Lot and site dimensions are not subject to lot requirements but are located at least 50 feet from school district property • Building height is less than 35 feet • Exterior is brick • Impervious surface under 30% and MCWD stormwater requirements met • Filtration basin proposed near to Sorbo Park playground Screening and Landscaping: • Landscaping plan has been completed • 28 new evergreen trees proposed on the residential side of the WTP building • Tree locations limited by underground utility located on site Other potential impacts: • Limited traffic on site as there will be only be one worker typically present per day • Noise — the generator is a quieter type and will be in use during power failures and will be exercised once or twice per month to maintain the system • Lighting plan is under development Public Review: • MCES had no comments • One neighbor had comments at the PC meeting Planning Commission (PC): • Landscaping and Lighting concerns of the PC are being considered • Question about connecting the two buildings not answered yet • Filtration Basin discussion regarding moving the basin as the PC was concerned about it being close to the Sorbo Park playground. Council discussed fencing around the filtration basin and the style of fence around the basin. Mayor Holt opened the public hearing at 6:30 Johan Chemin, 6039 Beachwood Road, came forward. Chemin said he was opposed to the project and listed the following: • Looking for a change to reduce size of project to decrease the cost of the project • The Utility Garage and office add to the cost of the project • Huge driveway adds to the cost • Disagreed with the Tree Buffering Plan as he thinks there should be more especially on the west side of the project area and around the filtration basin. • Noise — he said the fan from a lift station is loud and asked if the WTP will be loud when the generator is being used on the site • Light pollution — not good for people and animals and he would prefer motion detector lighting instead of constant light • Would like to see landscaping changes made by the Council Mayor Holt closed the public hearing at 6:36. 21 Bauman said the filtration basin is in its proposed area to catch and treat as much stormwater as possible. Bauman said the water in the basin during a two-year storm event would cause standing to be present for 16 hours and during a 100-year storm event there would be 26 hours of standing water. Discussion ensued regarding stormwater regulations and catching run off most efficiently, the width of the driveway access which is 26 feet wide due to fire regulations. Bauman said the standard road width in Mound is 28 feet. Holt asked about the existing water tower light and security of the site and if there was a way to regulate the rate of light pollution. Bauman said staff will look into possible motion lighting. Discussion ensued about potential generator noise with the particular generator at the site being hospital grade with muffled noise. Bauman said the generator needs to be exercised once a month and won't be in constant use. Dickson said there is a need for an office at the WTP as testing will be occurring daily and staff will need space to take readings and do general office work. Dickson said the garage added to the project will not increase cost and there are requirements which have to be met to secure funding. Dickson said this location was preferrable to the Chateau water tower location which is in a residential area and property would need to be purchased. Bauman said the storage in the building would be water treatment related. Prich said the building will allow PW staff to put the right equipment in the building which will be readily accessible in an emergency. Prich added there will be 3 or 4 trucks starting or leaving the site each day. Herrick said she has been a Sorbo Park cleanup volunteer. Herrick said Sorbo Park is used quite a bit and would like the filtration basin placed away from the playground. Holt said there is a fence requirement to the filtration basin added by the PC. Discussion ensued in which the Council would like to see more trees planted at the site. Dickson said the project hasn't been bid out yet and the Council can add to the project going forward. Pugh said she is also concerned about safety and would like to redirect kids to other parks while the project is ongoing. Holt said his kids played in the park and isn't too concerned about the filtration basin. MOTION by McEnaney, seconded by Pugh, to approve the following Resolution. All voted in favor. Motion carried Resolution No. 26-28 Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Water Treatment Plant in the R-1 District for Property with PID 23-117-24-31-0077 Planning Case No. 26-01 PID NO. 23-117-24-31-0077 8. Old Business 9. New Business a. Approve Resolution 26-29 Approve cost participation in the Westedge Blvd. Mill 22 and Overlay project led by the City of Minnetrista Bauman said two years ago Minnetrista reached out to the City regarding the Westedge Mill and Overlay project. Bauman said the City portion of the project was in the City Capital Improvement Plan. Bauman said Minnetrista bid out the project and the cost share for the City of Mound came in at $57K which is lower than the $67K engineer's estimate. Bauman said the project will start after the school year is over. Holt said he wanted to make sure it is done quickly and not impact the City water treatment infrastructure. Bauman said the project should only take a couple of big days of activity. MOTION by McEnaney, seconded by Pugh, to approve the following Resolution. All voted in favor. Motion carried Resolution No. 26-29 Approve cost participation in the Westedge Blvd. Mill and Overlay project led by the City of Minnetrista b. Approve Resolution 26-30 Receive Plans and Authorize bidding for the 2026 Street Reconstruction Project, Bauman Bauman said the 2026 Street Reconstruction project will affect many different areas of the City. Bauman said the bidding process is the next step in the project. MOTION by McEnaney, seconded by Pugh, to approve the following Resolution. All voted in favor. Motion carried. Resolution No. 26-30 Receive Plans and Authorize bidding for the 2026 Street Reconstruction Project, Bauman c. Approve Resolution 26-31 Awarding Evergreen Water Tower Painting Project to Minger Construction for Water Treatment Infrastructure Improvements Phase 2; PW-25-12, Prich Prich said he recommends the approval of the bid from Tanksco. Prich said this will include the cleaning repairing and painting of the Evergreen Water Tower. The Council briefly discussed the design of the Water Tower. MOTION by McEnaney, seconded by Herrick, to approve the following Resolution. All voted in favor. Motion carried Resolution No. 26-31 Awarding Evergreen Water Tower Painting Project to Tanksco, Inc., PW-26-10, Prich MOTION by McEnaney, seconded by Herrick, to approve the following Resolution. All voted in favor. Motion carried 10. Announcements a. Comments/Reports from Council Members: 23 Council Member Pugh — Pugh said the Gillespie Center has hired a new Executive Director. Pugh added that the Parks Commission looked at the Surfside Depot and its condition was good and City staff are working on some items to bring them up to code. Pugh added that a new Fire Chief, Andy Drilling, has been hired by the City. Council Member McEnaney — Nothing. Council Member Castellano — Absent Council Member Herrick — Herrick asked about the use of Sorbo Park with all the projects scheduled. Prich said there will be very limited use of the park for a minimum of two summers Holt asked Prich for signage while the projects are in progress in order to direct residents to other City parks. Mayor Holt — Holt said he is going to take part in the Orono Police Chief interview on Thursday Holt mentioned the City Open House in the Mound Fire Department Fire Bay on April 23'' at 6:00 p.m. Pugh said she had an idea for a City-wide National Night Out model instead of individual neighborhood events for people whose neighborhoods aren't holding events. Pugh said the City could partner with Civic Groups on this idea. b. Comments/Reports from Citv Manaaer: c. Next City Council Regular Meeting: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. 11. Adjourn MOTION by Pugh, seconded by McEnaney, to adjourn the meeting at 7:29. All voted in favor. Meeting adjourned. 24 CITY OF MOUND 04/23/269:33AM Page 1 "Check List February, March 2026 Act Check # Search Name Invoice Amount Typ FUND Descr Last Dim Descr 080410 3/20/2026 GREAT LAKES SALT COMPANY 2024208 $6,954.22 E GENERAL FUND Street Maint Materials 080417 3/20/2026 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES $8,084.45 E SEWER FUND General Liability Ins 080417 3/20/2026 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES $4,717.69 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'General Liability Ins 080417 3/20/2026 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES $3,988.71 E WATER FUND General Liability Ins 080417 3/20/2026 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES $4,115.65 E AREA FIRE SERVICE General Liability Ins 080427 3/20/2026 EGAN COMPANIES JC363884NO02 $7,097.43 E GENERAL FUND Other Contractual Servic 080428 3/20/2026 EHLERS AND ASSOCIATES, INC. 105292 $16,297.50 E GENERAL FUND Professional Srvs 080439 3/20/2026 SILTON, KURT $13,768.65 R GENERAL FUND Grants from other Govt. 080453 3/25/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125877393 $4,351.97 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 080454 3/25/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WI 125903290 $4,262.22 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR'Liquor For Resale 080455 3/25/2026 CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES, L.P 3260791 $5,265.15 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 080458 3/25/2026 DAHLHEIMER BEVERAGE LLC 2711980 $4,166.23 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 080467 3/25/2026 PHILLIPS WINE AND SPIRITS, IN 5136544 $3,825.15 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 080489 3/26/2026 MET COUNCIL WASTEWATER M 0001202640 $86,297.26 E SEWER FUND Waste Disposal-MCIS 080495 3/26/2026 HOFF BARRY P.A. 19312 $3,992.00 E GENERAL FUND Legal Council 080505 3/26/2026 COMPASS MINERALS AMERICA 1633919 $6,035.29 E GENERAL FUND Street Maint Materials 080508 3/26/2026 CAMPBELL KNUTSON, P.A. ATTY $6,226.35 E GENERAL FUND Legal Fees 080511 3/26/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0389152 $335,598.50 E WATER FUND Capital Outlay FA 080511 3/26/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0388176 $8,481.06 E GENERAL FUND Professional Srvs 080511 3/26/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0388172 $4,153.78 E SEWER FUND Professional Srvs 080511 3/26/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0388175 $25,124.80 E GENERAL CAPITAL P Engineering Fees 080511 3/26/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0388182 $9,417.96 E WATER FUND Capital Outlay FA 080513 3/26/2026 BLACKSTONE GREENWORKS, L $17,564.00 E GENERAL FUND Other Contractual Servic 080515 3/26/2026 BENIEK PROPERTY SVCS INC. 166935 $9,855.52 E GENERAL FUND Other Contractual Servic 080524 3/26/2026 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 3/1126 $6,503.30 E WATER FUND Gas Utilities 080524 3/26/2026 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 3/1126 $10,112.63 E GENERAL FUND Gas Utilities 080524 3/26/2026 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 3/1126 $6,083.84 E AREA FIRE SERVICE Gas Utilities 080526 3/26/2026 XCEL ENERGY 986051815 $18,471.39 E GENERAL FUND Electric Utilities 080526 3/26/2026 XCEL ENERGY 986051815 $10,054.75 E HRA/HARBOR DISTRI Electric Utilities 080526 3/26/2026 XCEL ENERGY 986051815 $13,786.83 E WATER FUND Electric Utilities 080526 3/26/2026 XCEL ENERGY 967484713 $5,251.87 E GENERAL FUND Electric Utilities 080526 3/26/2026 XCEL ENERGY 967484713 $3,919.93 E SEWER FUND Electric Utilities 081001 3/16/2026 HOISINGTON KOEGLER GROUP, 020-002-82 $4,882.26 G GENERAL FUND 6639 BARTLETT DEVEL 081005 3/19/2026 COPPIN SEWER & WATER 2781 $5,800.00 E SEWER FUND Other Contractual Servic 081011 3/19/2026 GILLESPIE CENTER 031026 $10,000.00 E GENERAL FUND Miscellaneous 081020 3/19/2026 MET COUNCIL WASTEWATER M 0001199782 $86,297.26 E SEWER FUND Waste Disposal-MCIS 081021 3/19/2026 MOUND FIRE RELIEF ASSOCIATI 030126 $13,983.33 E AREA FIRE SERVICE Fire Pens Contrib 081032 3/16/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0385114 $4,207.78 G WATER FUND Accounts Payable 081032 3/16/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0385126 $4,481.95 G SEWER FUND Accounts Payable 081032 3/16/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0385113 $9,216.96 G GENERAL CAPITAL P Accounts Payable 081032 3/16/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0385115 $5,159.20 G SEWER FUND Accounts Payable 081032 3/16/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0385123 $4,242.53 G COMMUNITY INVEST Accounts Payable 081032 3/16/2026 BOLTON AND MENK, INCORPOR 0385113 $28,908.50 G GENERAL CAPITAL P Accounts Payable 081036 3/19/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125665738 $5,901.07 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 081037 3/19/2026 CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES, L.P 3254680 $3,723.40 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 081060 3/20/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125767534 $7,268.13 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 081066 3/20/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2998454 $7,424.48 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR'Liquor For Resale 081078 3/20/2026 AMERICAN LIBERTY, INC. 030529 $13,718.19 E WATER FUND Capital Outlay FA 081080 3/20/2026 HEATH ALLEN HOMES 031926 $5,000.00 G GENERAL FUND New Construction Escrow 081081 3/20/2026 MINGER CONSTRUCTION, INC. 031926 $61,692.89 E WATER FUND Capital Outlay FA 081082 3/20/2026 REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. )894-007432164 $18,788.40 E RECYCLING FUND Other Contractual Servic 081083 3/23/2026 MEDICA 128656251494 $20,452.92 G GENERAL FUND Health Insurance 082715 2/4/2026 MEDICA 128653054203 $19,818.22 G GENERAL FUND Health Insurance 082717 2/4/2026 HOISINGTON KOEGLER GROUP, 020-002-81 $4,839.35 G GENERAL FUND Accounts Payable 0�1 CITY OF MOUND 04/23/269:33AM Page 2 "Check List February, March 2026 Act Check # Search Name Invoice Amount Typ FUND Descr Last Dim Descr 082719 2/5/2026 CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES, L.P 3235217 $4,523.80 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 082721 2/5/2026 BENIEK PROPERTY SVCS INC. 166669 $9,640.00 G GENERAL FUND Accounts Payable 082736 2/5/2026 TRAUT COMPANIES, INC. 385942 $17,107.00 G SEWER FUND Accounts Payable 082741 2/6/2026 GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM, INC 149776 $7,588.70 G GENERAL FUND Accounts Payable 082742 2/6/2026 C.J. HOMES LLC 020626 $5,000.00 G GENERAL FUND New Construction Escrow 082743 2/6/2026 CONNOY, TIM 020626 $5,000.00 G GENERAL FUND New Construction Escrow 082756 2/9/2026 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES 441438 $11,405.00 E GENERAL FUND Dues and Subscriptions 082757 2/9/2026 LEXIPOL, LLC 11261090 $4,016.02 E AREA FIRE SERVICE Dues and Subscriptions 082760 2/9/2026 MET COUNCIL WASTEWATER M 0001197843 $86,297.26 E SEWER FUND Waste Disposal-MCIS 082760 2/9/2026 MET COUNCIL WASTEWATER M 0001199387 $86,297.26 E SEWER FUND Waste Disposal-MCIS 082768 2/9/2026 REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. )894-007398616 $18,788.40 E RECYCLING FUND Other Contractual Servic 082772 2/9/2026 BELLBOY CORPORATION 0210196700 $4,714.75 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082772 2/9/2026 BELLBOY CORPORATION 0210104300 $4,973.35 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082775 2/9/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125059996 $11,468.63 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 082775 2/9/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125162816 $6,318.67 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 082775 2/9/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125263289 $12,494.10 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 082776 2/9/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WI 125090202 $4,540.50 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082785 2/9/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2970269 $4,722.07 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 082785 2/9/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2974044 $5,714.80 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082793 2/9/2026 PHILLIPS WINE AND SPIRITS, IN 5111565 $3,970.75 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082797 2/9/2026 SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF MN WI 2712310 $3,946.77 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082797 2/9/2026 SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF MN WI 2717211 $4,507.13 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 082797 2/9/2026 SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF MN WI 2714650 $6,851.48 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082798 2/9/2026 STAN MORGAN & ASSOC. INC. 62865 $7,035.58 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Repairs & Maintenance-B 082813 2/12/2026 MOUND FIRE RELIEF ASSOCIATI 011526 $13,983.33 E AREA FIRE SERVICE Fire Pens Contrib 082813 2/12/2026 MOUND FIRE RELIEF ASSOCIATI 021526 $13,983.33 E AREA FIRE SERVICE Fire Pens Contrib 082814 2/12/2026 ORONO, CITY OF 20142738 $1,085,510.00 E GENERAL FUND Other Contractual Servic 082822 2/17/2026 FLYNN CONSTRUCTION, INC 013126 $5,000.00 G GENERAL FUND New Construction Escrow 082829 2/16/2026 COMPASS MINERALS AMERICA 1598909 $5,323.73 E GENERAL FUND Street Maint Materials 082835 2/16/2026 FIVE TECHNOLOGY P237-80 $4,800.00 E GENERAL FUND Other Contractual Servic 082837 2/16/2026 GREAT LAKES SALT COMPANY 180691 $6,298.17 E GENERAL FUND Street Maint Materials 082844 2/16/2026 LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVA 2026Q1 Mound $6,385.25 E GENERAL FUND Dues and Subscriptions 082860 2/16/2026 WIDMER CONSTRUCTION, LLC 5487 $5,315.00 E WATER FUND Other Contractual Servic 082874 2/25/2026 CAMPBELL KNUTSON, P.A. ATTY 022626 $6,687.58 E GENERAL FUND Legal Fees 082875 2/25/2026 CARLSON PRINTING COMPANY 00215036 $4,079.17 E GENERAL FUND Other Contractual Servic 082878 2/25/2026 COMPASS MINERALS AMERICA 1612096 $5,360.50 E GENERAL FUND Street Maint Materials 082892 2/25/2026 MAYER LUMBER COMPANY, INC 691701 $6,693.94 E GENERAL FUND Repair Supplies & Equip 082895 2/25/2026 MNSPECT 3315373 $9,438.71 E GENERAL FUND Building Inspection Fees 082904 2/25/2026 WIDMER CONSTRUCTION, LLC 5490 $5,120.00 E WATER FUND Other Contractual Servic 082910 2/27/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2979461 $3,821.21 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082910 2/27/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2979462 $15,630.23 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 082924 3/5/2026 MEDICA 030126 $20,452.92 G GENERAL FUND Health Insurance 082928 3/5/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125458737 $5,726.90 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 082933 3/5/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2984459 $4,048.60 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082933 3/5/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2984461 $11,047.04 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082933 3/5/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2984460 $5,029.90 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 082937 3/5/2026 SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF MN WI 2721662 $4,251.96 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082941 3/5/2026 WINE MERCHANTS 7552758 $4,022.50 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 082962 3/5/2026 RAYS SERVICES 020626 $5,500.00 E GENERAL FUND Other Contractual Servic 082963 3/5/2026 XCEL ENERGY 959834579-2 $4,117.29 E SEWER FUND Electric Utilities 082963 3/5/2026 XCEL ENERGY 959834579-2 $3,765.00 E WATER FUND Electric Utilities 082964 3/5/2026 XCEL ENERGY 964233727 $4,823.23 E WATER FUND Electric Utilities 082964 3/5/2026 XCEL ENERGY 964233727 $4,811.63 E SEWER FUND Electric Utilities 082965 3/5/2026 XCEL ENERGY 963649206 $6,022.36 E GENERAL FUND Electric Utilities 08161 CITY OF MOUND 04/23/269:33AM Page 3 "Check List February, March 2026 Act Check # Search Name Invoice Amount Typ FUND Descr Last Dim Descr 082975 3/13/2026 BELLBOY CORPORATION 0210447100 $4,304.03 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082976 3/13/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BE 125562965 $5,632.20 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Beer For Resale 082977 3/13/2026 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WI 125590710 $4,217.08 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 082985 3/13/2026 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR 2989201 $4,675.01 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 082995 3/13/2026 SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF MN WI 2724226 $4,093.35 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR 'Wine For Resale 082995 3/13/2026 SOUTHERN GLAZERS OF MN WI 2724225 $10,273.02 E MUNICIPAL LIQUOR FLiquor For Resale 823076 2/6/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 020526 $9,286.43 G GENERAL FUND Federal Withholding 823076 2/6/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 020526 $7,503.11 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823076 2/6/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 020526 $7,503.11 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823080 2/6/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 020526 $6,955.16 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823080 2/6/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 020526 $8,258.07 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823081 2/6/2026 STATE WITHHOLDING 020526 $4,746.16 G GENERAL FUND State Withholding 823083 2/23/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 021926 $7,582.00 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823083 2/23/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 021926 $7,582.00 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823083 2/23/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 021926 $10,059.10 G GENERAL FUND Federal Withholding 823084 2/19/2026 STATE WITHHOLDING 021926 $5,052.92 G GENERAL FUND State Withholding 823088 2/24/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 021926 $7,377.56 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823088 2/24/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 021926 $8,745.47 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823094 3/5/2026 STATE WITHHOLDING 030526 $4,944.90 G GENERAL FUND State Withholding 823096 3/5/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 030526 $7,821.78 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823096 3/5/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 030526 $9,896.69 G GENERAL FUND Federal Withholding 823096 3/5/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 030526 $7,821.78 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823100 3/5/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 030526 $7,246.10 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823100 3/5/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 030526 $8,593.79 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823104 3/20/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 031926 $9,725.69 G GENERAL FUND Federal Withholding 823104 3/20/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 031926 $5,954.86 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823104 3/20/2026 FEDERAL WITHHOLDING 031926 $5,954.86 G GENERAL FUND FICA Tax Withholding 823109 3/19/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 031926 $7,241.70 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823109 3/19/2026 PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREME 031926 $8,588.74 G GENERAL FUND PERA 823110 3/20/2026 STATE WITHHOLDING 031926 $4,882.83 G GENERAL FUND State Withholding Grand Total $2,856,123.90 PIZA Engineering CITY OF MOUND City Council Item 6c. To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Jesse Dickson, City Manager From: Matt Bauman, PE, City Engineer Date: 4/28/2026 Subject: MCES 2023 Municipal 1/1 Grant Reimbursement RECOMMENDED ACTION: MOTION TO approve Resolution No. 26-32 approving 2023 II Grant Program funds reimbursement participation from Metropolitan Council Environmental Services regarding the 2024 Manhole Rehabilitation, 2025 Street Reconstruction, and Lift Station projects. OVERVIEW The attached resolution authorizes staff to submit documentation to Metropolitan Council Environmental Services for qualifying funds that help mitigate Inflow and Infiltration (11). This grant cycle was for work completed in 2024 and 2025. The 2025 Street Reconstruction, 2024 Manhole Rehabilitation and 2024 and 2025 Lift Station projects had eligible work and will be the basis for grant reimbursement. Funds will be allocated based on an initial $50,000 expenditure, with any additional eligible costs prorated among all communities that completed and submitted qualifying work. Disbursements are expected in July of this year once the paperwork is finalized. SUPPORTING INFORMATION • MCES I&I Grant Program Eligible Expense Breakdown • Resolution 26-32 0.1 MCES 20231/1 Grant Program Submittal City: Mound PROJECT COSTS (rounded to nearest $) 2024MH 2025 MH Rehab CSAH 15 2024 LS 2025 LS TOTAL PROJECT Percent PROJECT COST Percent Type of Work Rehabilitation (Streets) Sidewalks Improvements Improvements COSTS Covered COVERED Eligible GRANTELIGIBLE Pipe Lining and $0 $0 $0 $15,937 $25,753 $41,690 75% $31,267.77 50% $35,633.88 Replacement Pipe Joint Sealing and $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 75% $0.00 300% $0.00 Chimney Seals Manholes -Lining and $31,311 $4,195 $0 $38,657 $45,464 $119,627 75% $89,720.47 50% $44,860.23 Replacement Manhole Sealing Joints, $42,074 $300,416 $19,280 $7,574 $4,546 $173,890 75% $130,417.83 300% $130,417.83 Castings, Covers Tee, Wye, or Tap $0 $0 $0 $6,091 $18,948 $25,039 75% $18,779.55 100% $18,779.55 Connections Flood Mitigation $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 75% $0.00 10% $0.00 Cross Connection $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 75% $0.00 300% $0.00 Elimination $73,385 $104,612 $19,280 $68,259 $94,712 Total: $209,691.49 29 CITY OF MOUND RESOLUTION NO. 26-32 RESOLUTION APPROVING 2023 1/1 GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS REIMBURSEMENT PARTICIPATION FROM METROPOLITAN COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES REGARDING THE 2024 MANHOLE REHABILITATION, 2025 STREET RECONSTRUCTION, AND LIFT STATION PROJECTS WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) has identified the City as one of the many metro cities having excessive stormwater and groundwater, commonly referred to as Inflow and Infiltration (I&I), entering the public sanitary sewer system; and WHEREAS, to facilitate the reduction of I&I, MCES is offering a grant program with provisions for future distribution of available funding until the total of $12,000,000.00 for the State of Minnesota has been expended on I&I reduction measures with a base maximum allocation of $50,000 per city, plus prorated remainder of unspent funds; and WHEREAS, the City completed improvements as part of the 2024 Manhole Rehabilitation, 2025 Street Reconstruction, 2024 and 2025 Lift Station Reconstruction Projects that rehabilitated the public sewer system and are qualifying reduction measures. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Mound, Minnesota as follows: 1. The city clerk with the assistance of the city engineer (consulting engineer), shall forthwith calculate eligible reimbursement funding amounts, prepare the final grant agreement and provide any other project related expenses and receipts as required to participate in the grant funding with MCES. Adopted by the City Council this 28th day of April 2026 ATTEST: Kevin Kelly, City Clerk Jason R. Holt, Mayor 30 Department: Finance CITY OF MOUND City Council Item 9a. To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Jesse Dickson, City Manager From: Lindsey Erdmann, Finance Director Date: April 28, 2026 Subject: FIN 005 — Credit Card Purchasing Policy Update RECOMMENDED ACTION: MOTION TO approve changes to FIN 005 — Purchasing Card Program Policy (formerly known as Credit Card Purchasing Policy). OVERVIEW The Finance department seeks approval to update FIN 005 — Credit Card Purchasing Policy to FIN 005 — Purchasing Card Program Policy. Other substantive changes include specifying underlying state statute, allowable and non -allowable purchases, and roles and responsibilities. Additionally, the updated policy removes the corresponding procedure. An updated procedure will be developed upon policy approval and will be stored electronically within the department's SharePoint filing system. FIN 005 — Purchasing Card Program Policy has been reviewed by the city's legal counsel. SUPPORTING INFORMATION • FIN 005 — Purchasing Card Program Policy red -lined to show changes 31 n -41r, AL CITY OF MOUND POLICY: Purchasing Card Program Policv rornlT CARD - PI IoruASING_ POI Iry ORIGINAL ADOPTION: ^65� June 2016 REFERENCE NO. FIN-005 Updated: April 2026 PIPI IDr-yRPOSEPolicv Statement The Purchasing Card (P-Card) Program strives to improve the business -related purchasing process and to make payments to vendors in an efficient, cost-effective manner. This policy is pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 471.382 under which the City Council may authorize the use of a P-Card by City officers or employees. Authorized employees whose duties, responsibilities, and purchasing practices warrant the use of a P-Card may participate in the Purchasing Card Program. The P-Card must only be used for citv business -related. allowable eoods. and services purchases and authorized travel expenses. The P-Card shall only be used sparingly and when the situation warrants (e.g., online purchases). Authorized employees shall be responsible for complying with this policy. 61 IRA T Policv Overview autheFity, the abilityte efferAivelyand egirzieRtlywakei i i The City of Mound utilizes U.S. Bank to facilitate its Purchasing Card Program. Any other type of store, business, individual liability, or corporate credit or purchase card account is not allowed. P- Card purchases must be made in accordance with the Procurement Policy (FIN-003) and must be less than $5,000. Allowable purchases include goods and services, travel, advertising, subscriptions and publications, association memberships, and conference and seminar registration fees. Non -allowable purchases include contracted goods and services including professional sery gift cards, personal expenses including personal travel related expenses, cash advances, entertainment goods and services, betting, fines, and travel per diem items. Roles and Responsibilities A. City Council: Set the P-Card Program Policy for employees. B. City Manager: 32 1. Direct the appropriate staff to establish, implement, support, manage, and modify the P-Card Program procedures necessary to carry out and comply with the Procurement Policy (FIN-003). 2. Direct the appropriate staff to implement internal controls and compliance monitoring. C. Department Head: 1. Ensure that P-Card usage is consistent with City Policies and Procedur Administrative Code. and Public Purpose Doctrine. 2. Authorize permanent employees of the department to act as approvers and cardholders of the program. 3. Notify the Finance Department of any staff changes that affect the program and/or approval within the department. D. P-Card Users (employees): Comply with City Policies and Procedures, , Administrative Code, and the Public Purpose Doctrine. ---pp�qpR a;t qp qp n Related Procedure: Purchasing Card Program Procedure 33 �R.. ..S++a.... ..+i9R P .i.Ji.... ..F+h..+a.... ..+I..++... aS ..S+..d d+h+h.. ,..,,......+i......Fthe I L...... f+..... ..F...h L.h 05 ...J.. +0.....,. LL...RePiR (;Gbl..+., f+„Jibl ffl m_-e— z - .. \n lh,... a . ..:a the iRt,.Met .........:II ..PPd +.) ,J..,.....,.,...++he ite FAal(iRg HFehas,. PbI.GhaSed and the fiRal ,...S+ V.... ffl :..++he SGFeeR ffi(s) a++h,. ,...,J ..F+h,. I+:sthe e a Fdh..ldeF'S s:h:l:+..+..,.RSHF,.that they have a :..+...paid 34 Engineering CITY OF MOUND City Council Item 9b. To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members Jesse Dickson, City Manager From: Matt Bauman, PE, City Engineer Date: 4/28/2026 Subject: Lost Lake Commons Park Interpretive and Wayfinding Signs RECOMMENDED ACTION: MOTION TO approve the proposed interpretive and wayfinding sign layouts for Lost Lake Commons Park project for production. OVERVIEW As part of the approved plans for Phase 2 of Lost Lake Commons, updates to the current wayfinding signage and the addition of four 24" x 36" interpretive signs throughout the park are scheduled. Attached are the revised wayfinding and interpretive sign designs intended for installation. The objective of the wayfinding signs is to direct visitors to notable areas within the City. The proposed designs update the signage introduced in 2008, with several enhancements: • Greater emphasis on parks and open spaces within the mapped area. • Public spaces and recreational activities are clearly indicated. • Private businesses such as restaurants and gas stations have been removed from the map; instead, a QR code has been incorporated to link users to the city website. Three new interpretive signs will present information on the history of Mound, created in partnership with the Lake Minnetonka Historical Society and the City. One sign addresses stormwater treatment. The Parks and Open Spaces Commission reviewed and provided comments at their meeting on November 13, 2025. Additional comments were also received from the Historical Society and both were summarized in green in the attachments. Comments were mainly directed at readability and legibility. Some items required clarification based on names of boats, etc. and have been modified to be italicized. Each interpretive sign design underwent thorough review to ensure compliance with American Disabilities Act (ADA) standards regarding both visual and reading accessibility. For optimal readability, a minimum contrast ratio of 3:1 was maintained to accommodate individuals with low vision, color blindness, and varying light conditions. 35 Additionally, the signs were crafted to meet public reading level requirements. The interpretive signage was developed targeting a sixth -grade reading level, featuring concise sentences and commonly used vocabulary to ensure clarity and accessibility for a wider audience. The four wayfinding signs will replace existing panels around the Lost Lake Commons area and the four interpretive signs will be placed around the Lost Lake Commons park area. Locations of the signs are shown on the map in the supporting information. Signs are scheduled to be installed this spring, shortly after approval. SUPPORTING INFORMATION • Final version of signs (reduced graphics) • Link to high resolution graphics of signs: Lost Lake Commons Park - Signs o Final version of all signs o Original Parks Commission version with comments • Location Map • Link to Parks Commission Packet: November 13, 2025 POSC Agenda Packet.pdf 36 1/ 1-1.02 ENLARGEMENT 1/L1.05 ENLARGEMENT r------ -- -----_----_--III_-- ----- \ Duf AKOTA RAIL REGIONAL TRAIL - — _ - - —° AT AT � �� °T -- -- \ °u > j --------------------- E — — _ 3/ L1.05 ENLARGEMENT o° o 0 m I `_ I --------------- ®r-2TL1.04 ENLARGEMENT x _—,------ I- <——<—<—<<— cc o-a I I u g _ I DAKOTA RAIL 1 1 REGIONALTRAIL I \ O- - F- - - o —° , ❑------------------------ ----------------------- 1 1 1fa -- -' ----- I I I L A- - ----- 1 1� ❑ A D " " L-� ti----J1/L1.04 ENIS EMENT D�W... , I WAYFINDING SIGN ATCOMMERCE BLVDAND DAKOTATRAIL �9 -� •,.• I ° °° ���� i" . y 1 , �. iA 1 DE ... 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Pai.o OVERALL LAYOUT PLAN 51323 67/29/2025 2QL137161 Independence 0 Met F Victoria Shorewood Points of Interest OAndrews Sisters Trail QCenterview Beach Q Dakota Rail Regional Trail QLost Lake Commons QSurfside Park * YOU ARE HERE (9 Athletic Fields cab Bike Path ik Public Boat Launch � Fishing Pier � Public Boat Docking �j Fire Station Historic Wellhouse - Restroom X Ice Arena LA Library AI UL City Hall P Parking -Parking Ramp � Parks 70i Picnic 4-..a Playgound H Post Office f[ School �--- Skate Park � Walking Path /Trails bo Wine &Spirits 0 0 a Y� Scan the QR code to visit the City of Mound website! r. Directory CITY OF MOUND Welcome to Downtown Mound HISTORY OF MOUND ' a tom: a _ . " i7r5 n_ Intersection of Shoreline Dr. & Commerce Blvd N10 PIONEERS M The City of Mound sits on land once inhabited by the Mdewakanton (Dakota).The Lake Minnetonka area was an important place where Native people fished, hunted, gathered food, and held ceremonies. This land is still special to the Dakota, who saw it as a sacred place for both life and death traditions. Civil War veteran Major Anton Koehler moved to Mound in 1880 with his wife, Sophia, and their four children. That same year, he gave land to start Mound Union Cemetery. His sons, Edward and William, helped build Mound's businesses, schools, and community. Levi and Christine Bowers came to Mound in 1867.Their son Elijah was the town blacksmith and was called Mound's oldest businessman by the 1950s.Their daughters, Hortense and Ellen, married the Koehler brothers —William and Edward. WESTONKA BAYS 8[ THEIR PIONEER NAMESAKES r� 15P;W f COOKS BAY is named after Mathias and Anna Carman Cook. They built a cabin there in 1854 and the Lake View House hotel in 1867. Mathias helped start the local government in 1859 and served as the Justice of the Peace. CARMAN$ BAY is named after John Carman, Mathias Cook's father-in-law. John worked as a surveyor and claimed land in 1853, and helped Mathias get his land at Cooks Bay. John was elected head of the township board and later became the area's second school leader. His sons, Frank and Benton, started the first boat freight business between Mound and Wayzata in 1869. HALSTED BAY is named for Frank Halsted, who settled there in 1855. He was the first Justice of the Peace in Minnetrista Township and conducted its first marriage ceremony. JENNINGS, HARRISON AND PRIEST BAYS are named after early settlers: Frederick Jennings (1855), shipbuilder Nathaniel Harrison (1856), and Darwin Priest (1878). LAKE LANGDON, is on Mound's west side. It is named for Civil War veteran Robert Langdon and his wife, Harriet. They came from England in 1857 and farmed in Minnetrista. c --1 41- Ni Frfi�ft■IPra1#rr1c;er �� .... ��f BARTLETT HOTEL - 0PP'N � CHAPMAN HOUSE PRESENT-DAY SURFSIDE PARK MAR wit A ---=�� PRESENT-DAY LOST LAKE COMMONS 0][49 P.m h % *NO - . :EnelMiam HOW DID MOUND GET ITS NAME7 Mound is named for the many earthen mounds that once surrounded Lake Minnetonka, including Cooks Bay. These mounds were built between 500 BCE and 1500 CE and were used for burials and ceremonies by the indigenous people of this land. Mound was first part of Minnetrista Township and became a town in 1876. It was incorporated in 1912. , ?lam ,�:Rd�9 ■ Z RA " f ill Ari h MOUND BUSINESSES IN HISTORY 4 MOUND RR DEPOT' r'r •1 LOST LAKE CANAL' is'STREATER LUMBER CO. PETERSON'S GARAGE �y rt� � Mound, ca 1920s.Millis - -win i I. - MOUND PUBLIC SCHOOL BUILDING AND THE BEGINNING OF TONKA TOYS The Mound Public School was built in 1908 at Shoreline Drive and Commerce Boulevard. In 1917, a new high school opened across Commerce Boulevard. It was expanded in 1938. In 1946, Lynn Baker, Avery Crounse, and Alvin Tesch started Mound Metalcraft in the old school building, which made stamped metal parts.The companies first product was a tie rack. In 1947, they began making metal toys using designs from Streater Industries. They improved the designs and showed them at the New YorkToy Fair.The toys became popular around the world. In 1955, the company moved to a new building and changed its name to Tonka Toys, Inc.The factory grew for many years before closing in Mound in 1983. k t Mound Public School, 1908. BOWLING ALLEY =�# PILOT & PRINTING OFFICE -- it M MOUND HARDWARE KOEHLER STORE .;,,_• GLEWWE SERVICE STATION HOTELS • ' ` • ' By the early 1900s, many hotels were built around Cooks Bay. Some well-known ones • • • were Lake View House (built in 1867), Chapman House (1875), Bartlett Hotel (1883)1 and Buena Vista Hotel (1902). Sunset View Hotel, built in 1912, looked out over Lake .. • • . • • • - - • . - - • - Langdon and Cooks Bay. It is the only one still standing today and is now a private .. - • • - • - fee • - home. •• -• .••• • • • - •- • •. • l h „k F, a i_ "• 's'r _ �. i!,a.��,::. �j* " , •tic � � ,sETIM � , F',t�',•-` ;i '3-� , •'�",� , �: ,,. S . r,y� _011-1 {¢ 4T�r � � s •Y s ..� C �~`f%.4{ _ is ��yy,yie.'F. r;•r.. �.e� „•. any£, ;i _ +�!"'•"' .e�# .�} � Rom,. mp F t - �_-°_;•' - r•.a°- mot- i :.-r .. - .. _: �_-._. _.,.-..., ,.. <-.. .�..ge.:...,`�.°-. F .e Chapman House, 1910. '" _..:: _< • • • Wo.. • r11STORY OF LOST LAKE LOST LAKE CANAL' :� •';rti' - .� z� FUTURE LOST LAKE COMMONS I ' - ' MOUND RR DEPOTI. FUTURE DAKOTA TRAIL YMound,ca 1917. Y7 •` -age." ." r 461 pin RAILWAYS IN MOUND In the late 1900s, the Great Northern Railway started train service to Mound, and by the summer of 1922, eight passenger trains ran each day from Minneapolis, bringing tourists to the Lake Minnetonka communities. A ticket cost just 80 cents! In 1961, passenger trains stopped coming through Mound. Freight trains kept running and carried goods, such as Tonka Toys, until 2001. HOW NAME7 REGIONAL TRAIL GET ITS After the closure of 111 counties began working together to turn portions into trails. Officially opening in 2009,The Dakota Rail Reg • -- Trail is 13.5-mile trail which utilizes the former rail - and is_ -- z, operated byThree Rivers Park District. It connects to another 12.5 miles of paved trail that extends west of St. Bonifacius to THE MOUND DEPOT Ault In — -_—_ a.t. I I - 1902, the Great• Railway built a small depot east of Commerce Boulevard. A 54-foot hand -operated turntable was added in 1903. A fire destroyed the depot in 1914, and a new one was built in 1915 for $3,398. In 1967, the depot was • -• to Surfside Park on •• Bay. It is nowused fori - community Despite the loss of train travel, Mound remains a transportation hub. Located in the exact spot of depot is now the Mound Transit Center, where residents IVlound- epo 0o ing east,'�'9 - '- _ Minneapolis.can take limited and express buses to and from Downtown 0-1 a +Y• w 'Tia �� ��Y � v. UwWA APfi,1+v r� yr w Met q ' BEt�x Dr MIr1N[TCNFL KJL7- r• Ili � � s •y This sign was produced in collaboration with the City LM LAKE MINNETONKA HISTORICAL of Mound and the Lake Minnetonka Historical Society. �,T, oFMo No^� SOCIETY PROTECTING THE LAKES WITH STORMWATER BASINS h C- 7f -. .r a +M i Y.. J 1 ! - 14 �F r Now Hill 't,Er <JIR. r- Vill- 0 it l 411� 111 7 *fUM is if not properly managed. The City of Mound helps manage LOST dies to remove sediments and nutrients, including: COMMONS RAIN GARDEN CATCH BASINS 8c Iq &W STORM CATCHBASIN ----- -- -- 0 RAIN GARDENS Rain garden is a common term used to treat stormwater and manage flood risk with the use of soils, and sometimes draintiles, to allow the basins to fill up and then slowly soak into the ground. The water and nutrients are typically used in conjunction with native moisture tolerant plants to create a "garden" They differ from wet ponds since the basin will be dry within a few days of filling up after a rain. WET PONDS Manage the flow of water and allow nutrients and sediments to drop out of the water prior to washing into the lakes and streams. When water enters the pond, it slows down and the ponds are built to allow them to rise and fall a few feet. This reduces the total amount and slows the speed of water as it continues downstream, reducing flood risks. Water runo rom t e impervious parking lot flows into the catch basin. © CULVERT An underground culvert sends the water to the rain garden © RAIN GARDEN Plants & soil filter the water. Water is absorbed into the ground. DRAIN TILE OThe remaining clean water is captured by drain tile and directed to Lost Lake. Large pollutants removed in the catch basin Soil filters water • — — goo OW aft _ ` I Imo' �♦ ` � ♦ 1 I 1 � 1 � 1 Native ' plants filter pollutants & soak up water