Rosemount's Public Works and Police Campus

The Public Works Nerds

A deep dive into the City of Rosemount's newly completed Police and Public Works Facility with Public Works Director Nick Egger and Oertel Architects President Andrew Cooper. They share insights on the planning, design, and construction of this $58 million, 160,000 square foot joint facility that addresses decades of space needs while planning for future growth.
• Acquisition of the 20-acre site through a three-way land swap between the city, Minnesota National Guard, and Flint Hills Resources
• The unique partnership between police and public works departments, rarely seen in municipal facilities
• Design challenges of accommodating large vehicles and ensuring adequate turning radius for snow plows and equipment
• Architectural features like roof "pop-ups" that provide natural daylight while serving as smoke control devices
• Smart technology integration with lighting systems that adjust based on natural light levels and occupancy
• Future planning considerations for department expansion and eventual site build-out
• Emerging trends in facility design, particularly the implications of electric vehicle fleets and their impact on space requirements
• The importance of designing facilities that help recruit and retain talented staff through training spaces and employee wellbeing features
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https://www.rosemountmn.gov/925/Police-Public-Works-Campus

Chapters

1. Rosemount's Public Works and Police Campus (00:00:00)

2. Welcome to Rosemont's Maintenance Facility (00:00:22)

3. Meet Nick and Andrew (00:02:38)

4. Facility Size and Future Planning (00:20:05)

5. Design Challenges and Compromises (00:32:29)

6. Construction Hurdles and Solutions (00:45:53)

7. Agency Partnership and Emerging Trends (00:54:58)

8. Electric Vehicles and Facility Design (01:02:21)