OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNTY BOARD WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA FEBRUARY 19, 2019 WASHINGTON COUNTY REGIONAL RAILROAD AUTHORITY CONVENES

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1 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE COUNTY BOARD WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA FEBRUARY 19, 2019 WASHINGTON COUNTY REGIONAL RAILROAD AUTHORITY CONVENES The Washington County Regional Rail Authority (RRA) met in regular session at 9:00 a.m. in the Washington County Government Center, County Board Room. Present were Commissioners Weik, Kriesel, Karwoski, Johnson, and Miron. RRA Chair Karwoski presided. Also present were Molly O Rourke, County Administrator; George Kuprian, County Attorney Division Chief; Stephanie Kammerud, Board Clerk; and county staff. Official Proceedings of the Regional Rail Authority are available in the Office of Administration. The Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance. WASHINGTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CONVENES The Washington County Board of Commissioners met in regular session at 9:11 a.m. in the Washington County Government Center, County Board Room. Present: Commissioner Lisa Weik, District 5 Commissioner Gary Kriesel, District 3 Commissioner Stan Karwoski, District 2 Commissioner Wayne Johnson, District 4 Commissioner Fran Miron, District 1 Also Present: Molly O Rourke, County Administrator George Kuprian, County Attorney Division Chief Stephanie Kammerud, Board Clerk COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Board Chair Karwoski asked for comments from the public; none were heard. CONSENT CALENDAR Commissioner Kriesel moved, seconded by Commissioner Miron, to adopt the following Consent Calendar: 1. Approval of the February 5, 2019, County Board meeting minutes. 2. Approval of appointment of citizen volunteers to advisory committees as follows: Dr. Lance Fang to the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee; Karlene McComb and Kyle Dretsch to the Historic Courthouse Advisory Council; Katelyn Nowack, Jordan Fry, and Cynthia Larson to the Workforce Development Board. 1 F ebruary 19, 2019

2 3. Approval to submit an application to the Minnesota Department of Human Services in response to the request for proposal to provide Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) services. 4. Approve the tentative agreement for collective bargaining agreement with Minnesota Public Employee Association (MNPEA) Correctional Officer/911 Unit. 5. Approval of Resolution No as follows: CENTRAL GREENWAY REGIONAL TRAIL - LAKE ELMO SEGMENT MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT WHEREAS, a regional trail master plan is required to address the criteria set forth in the Metropolitan Council's 2040 Regional Park Policy Plan for regional linking trails and to become eligible for Metropolitan Council regional system designation and funding; and WHEREAS, the proposed Central Greenway Regional Trail will eventually connect Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, Lake Elmo Park Reserve, and Big Marine Park Reserve; the Lake Elmo Segment of which goes between Interstate 94 and Trunk Highway (TH) 36; and WHEREAS, the Washington County Board of Commissioners provided a resolution of support for the Central Greenway Regional Trail south segment master plan on June 26, 2016; and WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council provided a resolution of support for the Central Greenway Regional Trail south segment master plan on September 27, 2017; and WHEREAS, the master planning process for the Central Greenway Regional Trail Lake Elmo segment included public engagement events and meetings that provided the opportunity for input from partner agencies and public stakeholders; and WHEREAS, the draft Central Greenway Regional Trail Lake Elmo segment master plan amendment was reviewed by the Washington County Park and Open Space Commission (POSC) on December 14, 2018; and WHEREAS, the draft Central Greenway Regional Trail Lake Elmo segment master plan amendment was reviewed by the Lake Elmo City Council on January 8, 2019; and WHEREAS, the Washington County Board of Commissioners heard a staff presentation on the Central Greenway Regional Trail Lake Elmo segment master plan amendment on February 12, F ebruary 19, 2019

3 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Washington County Board of Commissioners supports the Central Greenway Regional Trail Lake Elmo segment master plan amendment. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Central Greenway Regional Trail Lake Elmo segment master plan amendment be submitted to the Metropolitan Council for review and approval without further action by the County Board. The motion was adopted 5-0 with a Roll Call vote as follows: Ayes, Commissioners Weik, Kriesel, Johnson, Miron, and Karwoski. Nays, none. PUBLIC WORKS Resolution Limited Use Permit (LUP) Agreement with Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Commissioner Karwoski moved to adopt Resolution No as follows: AGREEMENT NO. LUP WITH THE STATE OF MINNESOTA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A NON-MOTORIZED RECREATIONAL TRAIL IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF TRUNK HIGHWAY 94 WHEREAS, Washington County is a political subdivision, organized and existing under the laws of the State of Minnesota; and, WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota, Department of Transportation requires a Limited Use Permit to use the area within the right-of-way of Trunk Highway 94. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Washington County Board hereby enters into a Limited Use Permit with the State of Minnesota, Department of Transportation for the following purposes: To construct, maintain, and operate a non-motorized recreational trail within the right-of-way of Trunk Highway 94 of the State of Minnesota. Washington County shall construct, maintain, and operate said trail and the use thereof in accordance with the Limited Use Permit granted by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board Chair and the County Administrator are hereby authorized and directed for and on behalf of the 3 F ebruary 19, 2019

4 County to execute and enter into the Limited Use Permit and any amendments to the permit. Commissioner Weik seconded the motion and it was adopted 5-0 with a Roll Call vote as follows: Ayes, Commissioners Weik, Kriesel, Johnson, Miron, and Karwoski. Resolution Agreement with Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Commissioner Karwoski moved to adopt Resolution No as follows: AGREEMENT NO WITH THE STATE OF MINNESOTA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION WHEREAS, Washington County will enter into MnDOT Agreement No the State of Minnesota, Department of Transportation; and WHEREAS, the State has agreed to pay the County for the County s share of the Sate Furnished Materials and routine maintenance by the County, upon, along, and adjacent to Trunk Highway (TH) 94 at the intersection of County State Aid Highway 13 and TH 94, the limits of which are defined in said Agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Chair and the Administrator are hereby authorized and directed for and on behalf of the County to execute and enter into an agreement with the Commissioner of Transportation prescribing the terms and conditions set forth and contained in Minnesota Department of Transportation Agency Agreement No , a copy of which said agreement was before the County Board and which is made a part hereof by reference. Commissioner Weik seconded the motion and it was adopted 5-0 with a Roll Call vote as follows: Ayes, Commissioners Weik, Kriesel, Johnson, Miron, and Karwoski. Approve Contract No with Shafer Contracting Company Commissioner Karwoski moved to award the bid and authorize execution of Contract No in the amount of $22,108, with Shafer Contracting Co. for the Trunk Highway (TH) 36 at County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 35 (Hadley Avenue) interchange project. Commissioner Weik Approve Cost Share Agreement No with the City of Oakdale Commissioner Karwoski moved to approve Cost Share Agreement No with the City of Oakdale for the TH 36 at CSAH 35 (Hadley Avenue) interchange project. Commissioner Miron 4 F ebruary 19, 2019

5 Approve Maintenance Agreement No with the City of Oakdale Commissioner Karwoski moved to approve Maintenance Agreement No with the City of Oakdale for the TH 36 at CSAH 35 (Hadley Avenue) interchange project. Commissioner Kriesel GENERAL ADMINISTRATION County Administrator Molly O Rourke indicated a resolution of support for funding for regional trail systems is in process and will be presented to the board at a future meeting. Ms. O Rourke also reported Governor Walz is announcing the State of Minnesota s budget today which will have items of significant impact for Washington County. COMMISSIONER REPORTS Commissioners reported on meetings and other events that they attended. Please see archived web streaming of the board meeting for full commissioner reports at under County Board. BOARD CORRESPONDENCE Board correspondence was received and placed on file. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, Commissioner Johnson moved to adjourn, seconded by Commissioner Miron, and it was adopted unanimously. The County Board meeting adjourned at 10:03 a.m. BOARD WORKSHOP PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT The Board met in workshop session for financial analysis results of waste management service charges (County Environmental Charge and Parcel Charge). Present for the workshop were Commissioners Miron, Karwoski, Kriesel, Johnson, and Weik. Also present were Molly O Rourke, Kevin Corbid, and county staff. BOARD WORKSHOP PUBLIC WORKS The Board met in workshop session to discuss Park Grove Library project options and request from the City of Cottage Grove to participate in a feasibility study process regarding their proposed community center development. Present for the workshop were Commissioners Miron, Karwoski, Kriesel, Johnson, and Weik. Also present were Molly O Rourke, Kevin Corbid, and county staff. Attest: Molly O Rourke County Administrator Stan Karwoski County Board Chair 5 F ebruary 19, 2019