City Council Work Session - 15 Sep 2026

The City Council Work Session of Burnsville on September 15, 2026, focused primarily on several procurement and capital improvement topics. Key discussions included a zoning code amendment to permit a veterinary clinic in the B2 Neighborhood Business District, with council consensus to proceed with the application process. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed presentation and discussion on the city's long-term water treatment master plan, including alternatives for radium removal, taste and odor improvements, solids loading reduction, water softening, and PFAS mitigation. The council agreed to advance the near-term Alternative One for inclusion in the five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with a budget of approximately $7.1 million, while continuing to evaluate longer-term alternatives involving softening and PFAS treatment. The funding for these projects will come from the water utility fund, impacting ratepayers. Additionally, the council approved moving forward with the installation of a public art homage to first responders at Nicollet Commons Park, with a city-funded construction budget of about $85,000 from the facilities fund balance. The meeting also covered the establishment of a new Arts Commission, with plans to recruit members and adopt an ordinance by the end of 2026. No formal votes were recorded in the transcript, but there was clear consensus on advancing the water treatment CIP project and the homage installation. The discussions included considerations of budget allocations, contract awards, and project scheduling relevant to procurement and capital improvements.