City Council Work Session - 12 May 2026

The City Council Work Session of Burnsville on May 12, 2026, focused primarily on two major procurement and capital improvement topics. First, the council discussed the replacement of Fire Station Two, with a proposed budget of approximately $30 to $32.5 million. The preferred site is Crosstown East Park, chosen for operational efficiency and response time improvements. The council considered the project timeline, including design starting mid-2026 and construction beginning in early 2028 to meet a mid-2029 operational target. The council expressed support for moving forward with architect and construction manager agreements and community engagement. Second, the council reviewed the Infrastructure Trust Fund (ITF) study, which addresses funding shortfalls for street maintenance and improvements. Current annual funding of $3.1 million is insufficient to meet the $6 million target needed to maintain pavement conditions. Several funding options were presented, including phased levy increases and shifting some costs to utility funds. The council showed consensus around option 3A, which balances levy increases with utility fee adjustments to sustainably fund street rehabilitation and reconstruction. The meeting also included discussions on the formation of an Arts Commission and scheduling of commission interviews, but these were advisory and did not involve procurement decisions.