June 8, 2026 City Council Meeting

The June 8, 2026 City Council meeting of Roseville, MN, included significant procurement and land use discussions. The council approved the Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Willow Pond dredging project, which involves removing 20,000 cubic yards of sediment to improve stormwater function and habitat. The council also considered a minor plat approval for a property subdivision. A major agenda item was the public hearing and deliberation on a petition to vacate a 30-foot right of way along Aldine Street. The council received a feasibility study for constructing an accessible trail through the right of way, balancing tree preservation and community connectivity. After extensive public comment and council discussion, the motion to vacate the right of way failed 3-2, preserving the public access. Subsequently, the council directed staff to initiate pathway planning for the corridor, favoring the trail option that minimizes tree impact. Additionally, the council approved a $400,000 purchase agreement with the Roseville VFW Post for a portion of their parking lot to support the civic campus master plan, with funding from sales tax proceeds. The meeting concluded with approval of various consent agenda items including business licenses and grant agreements totaling over $2 million.