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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025/12/15 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA DECEMBER 15, 2025 6:15 p.m. City council meeting – Council Chambers 1.Call to order a.Roll call. b.Pledge of Allegiance. 2.Approve agenda. 3.Presentations. a.Recognition of Council Members Margaret Rog and Lynette Dumalag b.Proclamation observing International Migrants Day c.Proclamation observing Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk d.Recognition of donations 4.Minutes. a.Study session meeting minutes of November 10, 2025 b.City council meeting minutes of November 17, 2025 5.Consent items. a.Resolution accepting donations to the police department b.Resolution approving 2026 non-union employee compensation c.Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards d.2026 Social services award e.Resolution accepting a grant award from the National Recreation and Park Association f.Resolution authorizing a special assessment for the repair of a water service line at 7719 22nd Street West - Ward 4 g.Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 h.Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 6.Public hearings – none. 7.Regular business. a.Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption 8.Communications and announcements – none. 9.Adjournment. (continued) Agenda city council and EDA meetings of December 15, 2025 Immediately following conclusion of city council meeting: Economic Development Authority meeting – Council Chambers 1.Call to order 2.Approve agenda. 3.Minutes. a.Meeting minutes of November 17, 2025 EDA meeting b.Meeting minutes of December 1, 2025 EDA meeting 4.Consent item. a.EDA Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 5.Public hearings – none. 6.Regular business. a.Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies 7.Communications and announcements – none. 8.Adjournment. Members of the public can attend St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority and city council meetings in person. At regular city council meetings, members of the public may comment on any item on the agenda by attending the meeting in-person or by submitting written comments to info@stlouisparkmn.gov by noon the day of the meeting. 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Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Presentation: 3a Executive summary Title: Recognition of service for Council Members Lynette Dumalag and Margaret Rog Recommended action: On behalf of the city council and city manager, the mayor is asked to recognize Council Member Lynette Dumalag and Council Member Margaret Rog for their years of service for the City of St. Louis Park. Policy consideration: Not applicable. Summary: Council Member Lynette Dumalag was appointed to represent Ward 2 on Nov. 2, 2020, and subsequently elected to serve a four-year term. Prior to joining the council, Council Member Dumalag served her community on the Vision 3.0 planning team and the city’s planning commission. A resident of the Minikahda Oaks neighborhood, Council Member Dumalag is known throughout the community as an advocate for affordable housing, local economic development and developing policies that fairly represent all residents. Council Member Margaret Rog was elected to represent Ward 1 and began her service on Jan. 2, 2018. Before joining the council, Council Member Rog served her community on the Birchwood Neighborhood Association, the city’s human rights commission and the 2006 Vision Arts & Culture Action team. A resident of the Birchwood neighborhood, Council Member Rog has shown special commitment to small businesses, resident voice, preservation of green spaces and creation of bike/pedestrian infrastructure. The community recognizes both of these leaders’ strong stewardship, enthusiasm for civic engagement, and advocacy of clear and caring governance. The city council and city staff wish both Council Members Dumalag and Rog continued success in their next chapters and thank them for their steadfast dedication to the people of St. Louis Park throughout the years. Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: None. Prepared by: Amanda Scott-Lerdal, deputy city clerk Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Presentation: 3b Executive summary Title: Proclamation observing International Migrants Day Recommended action: Mayor to read and present proclamation. Policy consideration: None. Summary: International Migrants Day is observed annually on Dec. 18. This observance was proclaimed by the United Nations (UN) in 2000 to bring awareness to the complex issues impacting migrants across the world and celebrate their resilience and contributions. According to the UN, “In 2020, over 281 million people were international migrants, comprising about 3.5% of the global population, while over 59 million people were internally displaced. St. Louis Park observes International Migrants Day as part of our commitment to supporting a more just and inclusive community for all, including the migrants that form part of the fabric of our city. Financial or budget considerations: None. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in racial equity and inclusion in order to create a more just and inclusive community for all. Supporting documents: Resource page Proclamation Prepared by: Jocelyn I Hernandez Guitron, racial equity and inclusion specialist Reviewed by: Pa Dao Yang, racial equity and inclusion director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 3b) Page 2 Title: Proclamation observing International Migrants Day Resource Page In observance of International Migrants Day, the City of St. Louis Park invites you to: • Learn about migrants and their stories of migration o International migration | United Nations o Why people migrate | Migration: a human story o Immigrants and Refugees in Minnesota: Connecting Past and Present | MNopedia • Understand the challenges faced by migrants o Key Impacts of 2025 Immigration Policies Under Executive Orders o Data | Missing Migrants Project o Data & News | Migration Policy Institute o Understanding Minnesota’s Complex Migration Patterns in the 21st Century | MN Employment and Economic Development City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 3b) Page 3 Title: Proclamation observing International Migrants Day Proclamation "International Migrants Day” Whereas, Minnesota has a long history of being a landing place for migrants from across the world. In the 1890s, 40% of Minnesotans were born outside of the United States and by 1896, official voting instructions were offered in nine different languages to include the Czech, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Polish and Swedish communities; and Whereas, Minnesota is home to 449,000 immigrants, including those who migrate by choice and those who migrate out of necessity, such as the estimated 35.3 million refugees by the end of 2022 (UNHCR, 2023); top international immigrants in Minnesota in 2024 includes Mexico, Somalia, India, Ethiopia, Laos and Thailand; and Whereas, Migrants leave their home countries for a better life, facing exploitation and violence on their migration journey with at least 9,000 migrants are reported as having died or gone missing during migration to the Americas since 2014, and this does not count those who are not reported at all; and Whereas, Migrants are our family members, neighbors, colleagues, business owners, doctors, teachers, community leaders and more, contributing to what makes our state and city a great place to live and work; and Whereas, International Migrants Day is ever more relevant as migrants are criminalized and dehumanized by federal level policies that have caused fear and persecution within our schools, workplaces and community towards citizens and non-citizens because of their birthplace, national origin or ancestry; and Whereas, The City of St. Louis Park encourages our community to learn about migration and do their part to build a community where migrants have respect, dignity and safety. The city is doing our part by working towards an updated citywide Title VI Plan on nondiscrimination where we prevent and address discrimination when it occurs based on race, color or national origin, Now therefore, let it be known that the mayor and city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, observe December 18th as International Migrants Day in our community. In witness whereof, I set my hand and cause the seal of the City of St. Louis Park to be affixed this 15th day of December 2025. _________________________________ Nadia Mohamed Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Presentation: 3c Executive summary Title: Proclamation observing Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk Recommended action: The mayor is asked to read and present the proclamation. Policy consideration: None. Summary: The Highway 7 and Louisiana Avenue bridge in St. Louis Park will shine green on Dec. 21, 2025, highlighting Westwood Hills Nature Center's Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk in support of mental health awareness. During this season of long nights and short days, mental illness and challenging situations can make it difficult for many in our community. May the light of the bridge remind you to be the light for others and help them take the first steps out of darkness. On Dec. 21, 2025, residents are encouraged to add light to our community. Turn on outdoor lights or make an outdoor ice luminary to light up the night and check in on neighbors and friends. Light a candle in support of someone who is struggling or in memory of someone who died by suicide. Be the light for others in our community. On the shortest day of the year, the Westwood Hills Nature Center hosts an annual event to celebrate the winter solstice and to raise awareness of mental health challenges. Participants at the event walk the luminary lit trail, light a candle in honor or memory of someone who struggles or struggled with mental health, gather around the light and warmth of a fire, enjoy hot beverages and create a luminary to take home to light up their neighborhood. The event is for all ages. Financial or budget considerations: None. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through community engagement. Supporting documents: Resource Page Proclamation Resource flyer Prepared by: Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator Becky McConnell, naturalist Reviewed by: Mark Oestreich, Westwood Hills Nature Center manager Jason T. West, director of parks and recreation Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 3c) Page 2 Title: Proclamation observing Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk Resource Page To honor the winter Solstice, the City of St. Louis Park invites you to: •Share mental health and suicide prevention resources o Minnesota Department of Health o 988 Minnesota Lifeline: •Call or text 988 o Chat online at 988Lifeline.org o Adult Mental Health Crisis Contact Numbers o Children's Mental Health Crisis Contact Numbers •Explore more ways to take action for mental healing in the attached resource flyer •Make an ice luminary: Luminary video on ParkTV City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 3c) Page 3 Title: Proclamation observing Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk Proclamation Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park will light Highway 7 and Louisiana Avenue bridge green in support of mental health awareness on December 21, 2025; and Whereas, many individuals experience increased stress, isolation or mental health concerns during the winter season and community support is vital to strengthening resilience and ensuring no one faces these challenges alone; and Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is honoring the winter solstice with the Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk at Westwood Hills Nature Center, providing an opportunity for community members to come together and take action towards fostering mental wellness, strengthening social ties and promoting a culture of understanding and compassion; and Whereas, even a small group of people can make a change that has a profound impact on our mental wellbeing, reducing stigma and encouraging support for individuals; and Whereas, observing this date as a city is a part of our commitment to encourage all people to play an essential role in supporting others throughout the year and especially during the winter season, Now therefore, let it be known that the mayor and city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, hereby proclaim December 21, 2025, as the Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk and mental health awareness day in our community. Wherefore, I set my hand and cause the Great Seal of the City of St. Louis Park to be affixed this 15th day of December 2025. _________________________________ Nadia Mohamed, mayor Online mental health screenings Taking an online mental health screening may help you or a loved one determine if you need services. The online screenings at Mental Health Minnesota are free. Visit https://mentalhealthmn.org/what-we-do/screening/ Paying for mental health care Whether you’re insured or not, and whether that insurance coverage is adequate, there are ways that you can find help paying for your care. Mental Health America is a non-profit that provides information and tips about finding affordable mental health care. Visit https://mhanational.org/paying-care Locating available treatments Use Minnesota’s searchable database of mental health and substance use disorder treatment programs to search who is available based on treatment type, service, insurance carrier and location. Visit Fast-TrackerMN.org Don’t know where to start? Get a free screening Prairie Care offers no-cost mental health screenings to help you understand your needs and level of care needed. Call 952.826.8457. You may also contact your primary care physician to be referred to the right type of care for you.   Call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, available 24 hours a day seven days a week. Supported languages include English and Spanish. Looking for a therapist? Psychology Today’s therapy directory allows you to search for therapists based on issue, insurance, gender, type of therapy, age, price and more. Visit www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/minnesota Seeking help is a crucial first step on the path to healing. There are many ways you can care for your mental health. Finding out what professional services and resources are available to you is a good start. Below are some resources to better help you or a loved one find the right care: Mental Health Support Resources Contact the Hennepin county crisis line at 612.596.1223 for immediate intervention, problem solving, and potential in-person engagement. You can also call if you are from outside the county and they can help you get connected to your county’s services. In a crisis situation and need to talk to someone right away? OR City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 3c) Title: Proclamation observing Be the Light Winter Solstice Walk Page 4 Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Presentation: 3d Executive summary Title: Recognition of donations Recommended action: Mayor announce and express appreciation for the following donation being accepted at the meeting and listed on the consent agenda. From Donation For Sandy M. Younger of J C Younger Company Inc. $500 Donation to the police department’s 2025 annual holiday “Shop with a Cop” event. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through community engagement. Supporting documents: None. Prepared by: Amanda Scott-Lerdal, deputy city clerk Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Minutes: 4a Unofficial minutes City council study session St. Louis Park, Minnesota Nov. 10, 2025 The meeting convened at 6:34 p.m. Council Members present: Mayor Nadia Mohamed, Margaret Rog, Lynette Dumalag, Sue Budd, Tim Brausen, Yolanda Farris, Paul Baudhuin Council Members absent: none Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), senior planner (Ms. Chamberlain), community development director, interim building and energy director (Ms. Barton), zoning administrator (Mr. Morrison), economic development manager (Ms. Monson), planning manager (Mr. Walther) Guests: Jeff Miller, Consultant with HKGi Discussion items 1. Boards and Commissions check in with the city council: Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals Mr. Flanagan, planning commission chair, presented the report. The planning commission and the board of zoning appeals (BOZA) are statutory boards composed of the same members. The planning commission serves in an advisory capacity to the city council on matters where authority is granted to the council by state law or the city charter. These matters include land use, comprehensive planning, zoning, platting, street modifications and other general planning issues. Additionally, the board of zoning appeals reviews and makes recommendations on matters referred to it or as required under the zoning ordinance. Mr. Flanagan reviewed the commission’s accomplishments in 2025 and highlighted the 2026 work plan for the planning commission, including: 1. Planning and zoning application review: Review planning and zoning applications submitted to the city; hold public hearings to help inform commission recommendations and BOZA and council decisions. 2. Zoning code update: Review and recommend changes to the zoning code to better reflect the city’s strategic priorities and implement the comprehensive plan goals, policies and strategies. • Phase 2 – Commercial, office, business park, and industrial districts and related zoning map changes and performance standards. In the first quarter of 2026, the planning commission will City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 2 Title: Study session meeting minutes of November 10, 2025 hold a public hearing and recommend changes to the zoning map and non-residential district zoning standards and performance standards. 3. Implementation of Arrive + Thrive: St. Louis Park Gateways Plan: Review the online implementation tracker and get annual updates on progress. 4. 2050 Comprehensive Plan: Identify how the outcomes of Vision 4.0 can be woven throughout the comprehensive planning process, expected to last from 2026-2028. Review selected regional planning documents as they apply to the city. Review policies and strategies amended in the comprehensive plan and review iterations of the comprehensive plan chapters. Monitor overall progress until adopted. 5. Broaden participation: Identify strategies to broaden and reduce barriers to public participation. • Have a joint meeting with other commission(s) on a topic of shared interest/responsibility. • Hold a planning commission meeting at an off-site location to foster community relationships. (e.g., study sessions with topics of general interest, development project tours, etc.) • Help recruit community members with diverse experiences to apply for vacancies on boards and commissions, task forces, committee, or other volunteer opportunities. Mr. Flanagan noted future ideas: • Water conservation and water recycling: Explore ways to encourage reduced water use, capture and reuse of storm water, and protect groundwater resources. • Housing analysis: Explore setting policy targets for different housing types in the city based on the present inventory and unmet demand and promote homeownership opportunities as well as inclusionary housing goals. Council Member Budd noted the 2025 work plan related to addressing requests within a 60-day window and asked how big a challenge that is. Ms. Chamberlain stated that staff are very diligent about maintaining that 60-day window. City staff can initiate an extension of an additional 60-days for a total of up to 120 days, while the applicant can approve an extension after that time. Council Member Rog asked whether the planning commission allows remote comments and if any progress has been made in that space, adding she is supportive. Ms. Chamberlain stated that the practice has not been added and that the item will continue onto the 2026 work plan. Mr. Flanagan added that the planning commission accepts emailed comments. Council Member Brausen asked whether stipends were extended for the planning commission. Ms. Chamberlain confirmed that stipends were extended. Regarding remote comments, Council Member Brausen stated that he assumes there are state laws supporting remote community engagement measures. Ms. Keller confirmed this is true City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 3 Title: Study session meeting minutes of November 10, 2025 and noted that staff capacity to work with remote comments is another consideration, recalling that technology use and integration during meetings has been an issue in the past. Council Member Brausen stated that he supports the planning commission’s inclusion of water conservation and water recycling in their future ideas. He suggested that a joint meeting with the Environmental Sustainability Commission might be warranted. The city council regularly accesses the planning commission minutes. He stated the questions, comments and recommendations made during planning commission meetings are wonderful. Council Member Brausen complimented the commission to keep up the great work. Council Member Budd asked for more information on the visit to Union Park Flats. She asked if residents were in attendance. Mr. Flanagan stated the meeting was open to the public but that no residents attended. Mr. Flanagan shared that the visit included of a tour of the development along with an overview of the building and a question-and-answer session. Council Member Rog asked what is working well for the planning commission and if there are any gaps or opportunities. Mr. Flanagan stated that while the planning commission gets direction from the city council, it can be difficult at times to know if they are aligned with the council on zoning and other issues, adding some extra guidance or input would be helpful. Council Member Rog stated that the planning commission and staff do excellent work. Council Member Dumalag noted future plans related to housing analysis, adding that it will be interesting to see if the policies put forth manifest themselves in physical spaces. Council Member Dumalag referenced a recent vote on a development for a Chipotle in the Knollwood area, and how it related to accessibility. As the city population is getting older, the accessibility issue will become more apparent and she wanted to flag that for the planning commission. Mr. Flanagan agreed and stated the planning commission will continue to work on accessibility needs as projects that come forward. Council Member Baudhuin thanked Mr. Flanagan for his work and the planning commission minutes, noting that he appreciates the volume of work being done. Council Member Budd asked if the planning commission is fully staffed. Mr. Flanagan stated yes and noted a new commissioner was recently appointed as well as a new youth member. Mayor Mohamed thanked Mr. Flanagan for his presentation and for all the work the planning commission does. 2. Zoning code update discussion Mr. Morrison stated that the planning commission provided direction to staff at five study sessions conducted since May of 2025. The feedback resulted in the draft summarized in the staff report. The amendments to the zoning code propose updates to the administration procedures and zoning district regulations. It also proposes updates to the special provisions, which include parking, landscaping, signage, and architectural design. The amendment will City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 4 Title: Study session meeting minutes of November 10, 2025 reformat the ordinance into the format established with the first phase of the update approved earlier this year. Mr. Morrison stated public outreach included a project webpage, community-wide emails and articles in the Park Perspective. Staff conducted a community survey from May 22, 2025, to Aug. 24, 2025. The survey was available in the languages of English, Spanish and Somali. There were 240 respondents (239 in English, one in Spanish). Staff is also conducting a second survey focused on the business community, and a third phase of engagement is planned for January 2026 that will include open houses and online opportunities. Comments and questions from the city council related to major changes noted below: • Replacing the Office, Business Park and C-1 Neighborhood Commercial zoning districts with mixed-use districts • Changing the zoning map district boundaries • Utilizing density and height bonuses to achieve policy objectives • Determining uses that need council review • Reducing parking minimum requirements • Revising the public hearing process for variances Council Member Budd asked for an explanation of C2 and Mixed-Use (MU-2) zoning. Mr. Morrison stated “big box” retail is intended to be kept in the B1 district – general business. Mr. Morrison added that some smaller retail businesses in the Knollwood area or on Excelsior Boulevard could move into MU-1 or 2. Council Member Rog asked if the zoning codes will move into the municipal code. Mr. Walther stated that the zoning codes information could be moved into that format at some point. Council Member Brausen asked for clarification on where the school properties are marked on the maps. Mr. Morrison stated that schools are in the neighborhood zoned areas. Council Member Rog asked if there was anything dramatically different in the zoning map proposal. Mr. Morrison stated no, adding it was not staff’s intent to change anything dramatically. The biggest changes are what we discussed with the changes to the zoning districts and integrating the results of the Arrive and Thrive plan. Mr. Morrison added that the map reflects placing zoning districts with similar heights adjacent to N1 and N2 districts. Council Member Budd asked how much existing density bonuses in the zoning code have been used. Mr. Walther stated only one project has used the density bonuses, but it did not include the available inclusionary housing bonus. The district design requirements have been a barrier, the point system for bonuses has been too complex, and the points awarded for inclusionary housing have not been enough incentive. Council Member Rog stated she has concerns about community response to many changes. The council should be cautious in how this would come about in the community, and aware of other ways to meet goals more comfortably through community expectations. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 5 Title: Study session meeting minutes of November 10, 2025 Council Member Baudhuin added that there are uncertainties already with the potential change of existing one-story buildings being replaced or added onto to be up to three stories tall, adding that he would like to research potential density or height bonuses further before proceeding, asking if it could be added later. Mr. Walther stated yes, noting that bonuses in the MU-1 district could be delayed and discussed further by the planning commission and city council at a later date. Council Member Budd stated that no matter how compelling residents' arguments might be, the city council cannot deny if all conditions are met. Mr. Walther clarified council cannot decide to deny based only on neighborhood opposition but can choose to deny if the issue does not meet the standards of the conditional use permit (CUP). Council Member Brausen asked which zone Union Flats would be included in. Mr. Walther stated it’s currently in N2, but it would fit best in MU1 or MU2 because of its proximity to light rail transit. Council Member Rog asked if density bonuses are predetermined now. Mr. Walther stated it is a complicated points system now, but staff is looking to simplify it and set a standard to make the system easier to understand. Council Member Rog stated the Green Building policy is an investment that has a payoff and is the kind of incentive that is beneficial for building owners. Council Member Dumalag stated she feels the Green Building policy is at risk with the federal administration. Council Member Budd stated she prefers to keep the Green Building policy. Council Member Baudhuin added that incentivizing something that is already a financial benefit to developers gives him pause. Mayor Mohamed asked about parking standards and if the existing standards would remain in the Walker Lake district only or be district-wide. Mr. Morrison stated the existing parking standards would apply to the MU-1, MU-2 and MU-3 districts only, and no parking minimums for non-residential uses would be required in the Walker Lake district only. Council Member Baudhuin stated he likes the parking standards at the Walker Lake district and making places less focused on parking and more on walkability in general. Council Members Farris, Budd and Dumalag agreed. Council Member Dumalag stated that while she is in favor, crosswalk use is also important to walkability. Council Member Rog asked what the difference is between allowing any use to occupy any building and having no parking minimums. Mr. Walther stated that in Walker Lake, there were existing buildings that were redone for other uses, so parking was not required and on-street City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 6 Title: Study session meeting minutes of November 10, 2025 parking was accepted. Parking was a barrier but doing away with parking minimums has been positive for the Walker Lake district. Council Member Rog asked if parking minimums might present a challenge in other parts of the city. Mr. Morrison stated challenges may result from a broader use of on-street parking. Council Member Rog stated she is pleased with parking in the Walker Lake district. Council Member Rog stated with regards to planning commission and city council approval of projects, the planning commission minutes sometimes reflect comments and input that are outside the scope of the project, but improves the project with small recommendations, and there is a benefit when the process is adhered to. Council Member Rog added that there is an awareness factor as well, with projects going through administratively, and staff should make sure the council is aware. Mr. Morrison added that he understands the benefit of additional eyes on projects is helpful. Council Member Dumalag agreed with Council Member Rog’s comments and noted that with the parking ramp in Beltline, there was feedback and public engagement involved, and it is helpful to hear both from staff and from the council regarding expectations. Council Member Baudhuin shared that he appreciates examples to help clarify projects. Mr. Morrison stated that staff can structure the draft ordinance so that if there are limits that trigger a CUP, they can be put into specific use standards rather than using a table that applies citywide. Mr. Walther stated the staff will work with the council’s input to be ready for community engagement. Mr. Morrison noted that staff is looking at the variance process and noted several changes with notices and mailings that would be sent to adjacent properties only. Mr. Walther noted that this would streamline the formal variance process. Council Member Budd asked about the mailed notice and the public hearing. Mr. Morrison stated the public hearing would still be held and comments would be taken; this would also be written into the ordinance. Mr. Morrison stated council’s comments will go to the planning commission at their Dec. 3, 2025 meeting. After the open house events, the draft of the ordinance would next be brought to the planning commission for review before scheduling the public hearing. Staff asked for council to provide input on the policy question, does the city council support the staff and planning commission sharing the proposed changes to the zoning districts, performance standards, and administrative procedures with the public in January 2026? The council agreed with the policy question. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 7 Title: Study session meeting minutes of November 10, 2025 Written Reports 3. Conveyance of EDA-owned land to the city – all wards. Council Member Dumalag asked if the conveyance of EDA-owned land to the city includes the dump site. Mr. Walther confirmed this. 4. Sewer access charge (SAC) credit policy Council Member Rog stated that this summer, some businesses in the city received notice that their Sewer Availability Charge (SAC) fees were increasing. Mr. Walther stated there was concern because some businesses were adding outdoor seating and their fees would change as a result of expansion. He stated this is a one-time fee only and not ongoing. However, it is a significant fee, so there were some concerns from businesses. Council Member Budd stated that a few businesses she spoke to said they did not want to go through the process, so they stopped offering patio seating because of the fees. Mr. Walther stated that staff reached out to the business and explained the process and the Met Council component. Council Member Rog asked if usage shrinks, could there be any reversal of the fees. Ms. Barton stated yes; that is where the credits come in and the fees are paid only once by the business. 5. Development update Q4 2025 Council Member Brausen stated that there are several projects with construction that is not progressing because of financial issues. Council Member Brausen asked about the Arlington East and West project being dropped. Mr. Walther stated it was dropped because the preliminary plat had expired and noted multiple extensions were given. The plat approval process will have to be undertaken again. 6. Minnetonka Boulevard twin homes update – Ward 1 Communications/meeting check-in (verbal) The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Minutes: 4b Unofficial minutes City council meeting St. Louis Park, Minnesota Nov. 17, 2025 1. Call to order. Mayor Mohamed called the meeting to order at 6:15 p.m. a. Pledge of allegiance b. Roll call Council members present: Margaret Rog, Lynette Dumalag, Sue Budd, Tim Brausen, Yolanda Farris, Paul Baudhuin, Mayor Nadia Mohamed Council members absent: none Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), city attorney (Mr. Mattick), community development director and interim building and energy director (Ms. Barton), administrative services director (Ms. Brodeen), city assessor (Mr. Bultema), finance director (Ms. Cruver), facilities superintendent (Mr. Eisold), legislative and grants analyst (Ms. Ferris), public services superintendent/deputy public works director (Ms. Fisher), recreation superintendent (Ms. Friederich), fire chief (Mr. Hanlin), city clerk (Ms. Kennedy), police chief (Mr. Kruelle), deputy police chief (Mr. Nadem), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott-Lerdal), communications and technology director (Ms. Smith), financial analyst (Ms. Stephens), engineering project manager (Ms. Sullivan), HR director (Ms. Vorpahl), planning manager (Mr. Walther), parks and recreation director (Mr. West), racial equity and inclusion director (Ms. Yang), sustainability manager (Ms. Ziring) 2. Approve agenda. It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Farris, to approve the agenda as presented. The motion passed 7-0. 3. Presentations. a. Proclamation observing Transgender Day of Remembrance – Nov. 20, 2025 Council Member Baudhuin read the proclamation. He stated that reading the observance was an honor as the father of a transgender child who is now an adult. Council Member Baudhuin thanked the racial equity and inclusion division for writing the proclamation. He encouraged residents to research the many public memorial services scheduled to honor and remember the transgender community. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4b) Page 2 Title: City council meeting minutes of November 17, 2025 Council Member Rog added that the LGBTQ+ employee resource group assisted in writing the proclamation. Mayor Mohamed stated that there is rhetoric that dehumanizes LGBTQ+ and transgender communities. She added that oppression of any group of people could lead to oppression of other groups within our community. b. Proclamation observing 2025 Small Business Saturday – Nov. 29, 2025 Council Member Dumalag read the proclamation. Council Member Rog stated she is excited about Small Business Saturday because a family member now owns a small business in St. Louis Park. She thanked the city for the proclamation. c. Proclamation observing ASK Day Council Member Budd read the proclamation. Kristin King Stapleton, a resident of St. Louis Park for over 30 years, gave a statement about why she requested the proclamation. She noted her experience with the Million Mom March in Washington, DC, in 2000, to protect children from gun violence. Ms. Stapleton stated gun violence and gun safety needs to be brought forward in St. Louis Park. She shared that the ASK campaign encourages parents to plan ahead when their child visits another home and question if any firearms at the home are properly stored. Council Member Dumalag stated that, as a mother of a young child, she is familiar with the ASK campaign and has answered this question when a child was coming to be a guest in her home. She encouraged parents to feel comfortable asking and discussing this topic to promote safety. 4. Minutes. a. Minutes of Oct. 13, 2025, special study session b. Minutes of Oct 20, 2025, city council meeting Council Member Brausen requested a revision to page 1, to state: “Mayor Pro Tem Baudhuin called the meeting to order.” It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Rog, to approve the Oct. 13, 2025, special study session minutes as presented, and the Oct. 20, 2025, city council meeting minutes as amended. The motion passed 7-0. 5. Consent items. a. Adoption of revised Conduit Bond Policy b. Resolution No. 25-146 authorizing termination of a development contract for Gateway Assisted Living - Ward 4 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4b) Page 3 Title: City council meeting minutes of November 17, 2025 c. Resolution No. 25-147 approving amendment to redevelopment agreement with Project for Pride in Living for an environmental response fund cleanup grant extension for Union Park Flats - Ward 2 d. Ordinance 2701-25 adopting amendment to Appendix A - 2026 fee schedule adding cannabis/low-potency hemp edibles related fees e. Resolution No. 25-25-148 authorizing final payment for 2025 Concrete Replacement project (4025-0003) - Wards 2 and 3 f. Approve professional services agreement for 2027 Pavement Management project (4027-1000) - Wards 2 and 3 g. Resolution No. 25-149 authorizing modification to parking restrictions on 16th Street - Ward 4 h. Resolution Nos. 25-150 and 25-151 related to multifamily housing bonds for the project proposed at 8800 State Highway 7 by Broadway Street Development – Ward 3 It was moved by Council Member Budd, seconded by Council Member Baudhuin, to approve the consent items as listed; and to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances. The motion passed 7-0. 6. Public hearings – none. 7. Regular business – none. 8. Communications and announcements. Ms. Keller stated disco ball ice skating begins on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at The Recreation Outdoor Center (ROC). Ms. Keller added that there is no city council meeting next week due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The next city council meeting is Dec. 1, 2025. Mayor Mohamed noted several council members will be at a conference in Salt Lake City for the National League of Cities this week, adding that she serves on the global advisory committee and that she looks forward to a presentation their committee will give at the conference. Council Member Rog stated there is a Bronx Park pavement management open house on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. in the council chambers. 9. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 6:36 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5a Executive summary Title: Resolution approving donations to the police department Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution accepting a donation for the 2025 annual holiday “Shop with a Cop” event. Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to accept the gift with restrictions on its use? Summary: State statute requires city council’s acceptance of donations. This requirement is necessary in order to make sure the city council has knowledge of any restrictions placed on the use of each donation prior to it being expended. Donations to the police department’s 2025 annual holiday “Shop with a Cop” event connecting officers with youth in the community. o Sandy M. Younger of J C Younger Company Inc, $500 Financial or budget considerations: This donation will be used toward the police community outreach expenses regarding the 2025 “Shop with a Cop” event. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through community engagement. Supporting documents: Resolution Prepared by: Christine Johnson, records supervisor Reviewed by: Dennis Hagen, lieutenant Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Page 2 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5a) Title: Resolution approving donations to the police department Resolution No. 25 - ____ Accepting donations totaling $500 for police department 2025 “Shop with a Cop” event expenses Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is required by state statute to authorize acceptance of any donations; and Whereas, the city council must also ratify any restrictions placed on the donation by the donor; and Whereas, Sandy M. Younger of J C Younger Company Inc donated up to $500 in costs for the police departments expenses related to the 2025 “Shop with a Cop” event. Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park that the gift is hereby accepted with thanks to Sandy M. Younger of J C Younger Company Inc with the understanding that it will be used for expenses related to the police department’s 2025 “Shop with a Cop” event. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5b Executive summary Title: Resolution approving 2026 non-union employee compensation  Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution confirming a 3.5% general increase for non- union employees effective Jan. 1, 2026.  Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to confirm the recommended 2026 non-union employee compensation as outlined in this report?  Summary: This report details staff’s recommendation for setting non-union employee compensation for 2026. Based on a recommendation from the city’s compensation consultant, staff is asking the council to confirm a 3.5% standard adjustment to the compensation plan for non-union employees, allowing for regular progression through pay ranges.  Financial or budget considerations: The amount recommended has been included in the 2026 budget.  Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Discussion Resolution Prepared by: Rita Vorpahl, HR director Reviewed by: Cheyenne Brodeen, administrative services director Approved by: Cindy Walsh, deputy city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Page 2 Title: Resolution approving 2026 non-union employee compensation  Discussion Background: The city’s compensation plan, which was adopted in 1997 and revised in 2017, provides council with the authority to establish the pay philosophy. Annually, the council also establishes the general salary adjustment for employees and sets the city manager’s salary. The city manager is given the authority to establish the pay structure, including pay bands and salary ranges, both of which are done under the consultation of a third-party consultant. To accomplish this, information including market value data, the consumer price index and the general financial condition of the city are used. Positions are reviewed on a regular basis and compared to the market, which includes metro area cities (suburbs) with populations over 25,000 but less than 90,000, as outlined by our compensation plan approved by city council. As a reminder, in 2017, the city council updated our non-union compensation plan to reflect target earning potential (the maximum of the pay range) at the 85th percentile of the market based on above average employee performance.   Periodic reviews are required to ensure that the city’s salary ranges continue to meet the city’s adopted compensation philosophy. In 2025, Saado Abboud, principal consultant with Keystone Compensation Group, reviewed St. Louis Park’s pay plan. He found that our current pay ranges are an average of 6.6% below the established target and recommended they be increased. This does not mean that employee salaries are anticipated to raise an average of 6.6% - rather, the compensation study is focused on salary ranges and earning potential. To remain competitive in 2026, Mr. Abboud also advised a 3.5% general salary adjustment. Based on his analysis and what is included in the 2026 budget, city staff are recommending a 3.5% general salary increase.   Employee performance and pay: The increase for non-union employees will be applied in accordance with the city’s compensation plan. In our plan, a non-probationary employee (probation is typically six months) with above average performance receives up to double the standard increase to progress through the pay range until they reach the pay line (maximum). Positions at the maximum, employees on probation, and employees who do not have above average performance will receive the standard adjustment of 3.5%. Employees with unsatisfactory performance do not receive an annual increase in pay. Directors are responsible for making recommendations to the city manager on employee performance. The city manager makes final determination on employee pay increases based on performance.   City manager salary   The contract for the city manager states that base salary and benefits must be set when salaries are established for other non-union employees. What is the recommended 2026 city manager pay? Per city policy and consistent with other non-union employees, the city manager is eligible for double the standard increase to progress through the pay range until they reach the pay line (maximum). Given that the city manager’s 2025 performance review has not yet been City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Page 3 Title: Resolution approving 2026 non-union employee compensation  completed, it is recommended that a 3.5% general salary adjustment be awarded on Jan. 1, 2026. At the time of the performance review, the city council can decide whether or not to award an additional pay increase along with establishing the 2026 city manager salary range.   General comment: Copies of the compensation plan are on file with the city clerk.    City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Page 4 Title: Resolution approving 2026 non-union employee compensation  Resolution No. 25-___    Approving 2026 compensation for non-union employees    Whereas, the city council established and approved, by Resolution No. 17-012, the Position Classification and Compensation Plan for the City of St. Louis Park, and Section VIII-C of such plan directs the city manager to approve the standard adjustment to the plan; and    Whereas, the city council wishes to adopt policies for city employees and has conferred upon the city manager the power to establish and administer additional administrative policies and rules as may be appropriate for the employment practices of the city,   Now therefore be it resolved that the city council of the City of St. Louis Park confirms the city manager’s decision to implement a general standard adjustment of 3.5%, effective January 1, 2026, for non-union employees in accordance with the Position Classification and Compensation Plan.    Reviewed for administration:    Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025:                   Kim Keller, city manager    Nadia Mohamed, mayor         Attest:                         Melissa Kennedy, city clerk      Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5c Executive summary Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the award of the 2026 arts and culture grants. Policy consideration: Does the city council approve the recommended 2026 arts and culture grant awards? Summary: The council has supported the annual arts and culture grant program since its inception in 2006. The grant program is intended to fund art projects and cultural activities that build bridges between artists and communities, engage people in creative learning, promotes health and well-being and provide cultural experiences in St. Louis Park. Art projects must also advance the core themes of the Strategic Roadmap for Advancing Arts and Culture. The program is funded through the city’s Development Fund. St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts provides technical assistance to the program. The grant committee comprises the Park Public Schools & Community Foundation, Friends of the Arts, city and community members. The committee recently reviewed the applications for 2026 and identified projects that most closely met the program’s objectives and are compatible with the council’s strategic direction for arts and culture. During the 2026 grant process, 25 applications were received. The review committee determined that the following projects met the program’s selection criteria and are recommended for approval: • Overdressed Duo: Host a series of operatic concerts at Wolfe Park ($4,000) • Reach for Resources, Inc.: Arts workshops for adults and teens with disabilities ($4,850) • Storytelling Forum: Forum to build bridges between local artist and communities ($450) • The Park Theater Company: Arts in the Parks video magazine production ($2,700) • Twin Cities Road Crew: Introduction of breakdancing to neighborhood parks ($5,000) • Open Eye Figure Theater: Series of all-age puppet shows – The Driveway Tour ($3,000) Financial or budget considerations: The total recommended amount in art and culture grant awards in 2026 is $20,000 which matches the amount budgeted in the 2026 development fund. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through community engagement. Supporting documents: Applications from 2026 awarded projects Prepared by: Pat Coleman, community engagement coordinator Reviewed by: Pa Dao Yang, racial equity and inclusion director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Page 2 Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Resolution No. 25 - ___   Authorizing award of St. Louis Park arts and culture grants to Overdressed Duo, Reach for Resources, Inc., Storytelling Forum, The Park Theater Company, Twin Cities Road Crew and Open Eye Theater   Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park created this program in 2006 with the assistance of Friends of the Arts and the Park Public Schools & Community Foundation to create and support a grant program to fund art projects and cultural activities that build bridges between artists and communities, engage people in creative learning, and promote artistic production and cultural experiences in St. Louis Park; and    Whereas, twenty-five applicants responded to the call for proposals and were evaluated by a committee comprised of representatives of the Park Public Schools & Community Foundation, Friends of the Arts, city staff, and community members; and    Whereas, the committee recommends the city council fund six (6) 2026 grant proposals for a total of $20,000,   Now therefore be it resolved that the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, authorizes execution of grant agreements with the following organizations based on the review committee’s recommendation and the applicants’ proposals:  1. Overdressed Duo is awarded a maximum of $4,000. 2. Reach for Resources, Inc. is awarded a maximum of $4,850. 3. Storytelling Forum is awarded a maximum of $450. 4. The Park Theater Company is awarded a maximum of $2,700. 5. Twin Cities Road Crew is awarded a maximum of $5,000. 6. Open Eye Figure Theater is awarded a maximum of $1,000.   Reviewed for administration:    Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025:                    Kim Keller, city manager    Nadia Mohamed, mayor         Attest:                         Melissa Kennedy, city clerk      Submitter DB ID 295 33 IP Address 65.128.190.169 Submission Recorded On October 06, 2025 2:07 p.m. Time to Take the SUrvey 10 minutes, 44 secs. Pa.get Applicant information Organization/artist/applicant name Open Eye Theatre Ma.ill contact First name Joel Email Phone mnnber Address Street address State Minnesota Have you received a St. Louis Park Al1s & Culture Grant before? No If yes, wllich year(s)? Not answered Pa.ge2 Project information Project name The DrivewayT our in St Louis Park Provide a one sentence description of your project. Last name Sass City ZIP code - Open Eye Theatre is excited to bring the Driveway Tour's JEREMY AND THE GIANT KING, and original all-ages puppet show, to St Louis Park for 3 admission-free pe rformances hosted by community partners in the summer of 2026 Do you identify as a new or emerging artist? Yes In one para.graph, describe how your project aligns with one or more of the three core themes identified in the strategic roadmap for advancing arts and culture (1: Collllect people, ideas, coll1ll1unities; 2: Enliven public spaces; 3: Promote health and well-being). Open Eye Theatre's Driveway Tour will connect residents within communities via a low-barrier public arts experien� that can be enjoyed a.cross generations; activate a variety of public spaces with a visually and musically dynamic performan�; and bring positive visibility to neighborhoods while alleviating the burden of social isolation. Dollar amount requested ($10,000 maximum) 3000 Total project budget 6ooo The coll1ll1ittee sometimes distributes �seed funding" of $1,000 or less to support a portion of a larger project. If awarded this level of funding, would you still be able to carry out a meaningful version of your project? No If you answered yes to the above question, btiefly describe what the smaller-scale version of your project would look like and/or which specific aspect of your project the seed funding would support. Not answered Artistic discipline Other City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 3 Pu ppetry Page3 References Please pro,-ide two to three references. Reference, Name Phone Reference2 Name Phone Reference3 Name Phone Disclosure Organization Email Organization Email Organization Email Please disclose if there are any iudi\-iduals involved in this project who are members of the Arts & Culture Grant committee, staff of the City of St. Louis Park, or board members of St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts or the St. Louis Park Commllllity Fouudation. n/a Uploacl clocuments Proposal narrative The Driveway Tour in St T-0nis Park-Proposal Narrative pdf Proposal budget arts-and:Ptlhuwant-hndget-QpentfeThMtre xlsx Photo samples of similar projects PYa·AtrbiygPhotos pdf Are you submitting the application as au indi\-idual or organization? Organization Page6 Demographics The City of St. Louis Park is committed to advancing the city couucil's strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion. This work aims to create a more just and inclusive commllllity across all city programs and sernces. Demographic information collected through this form is used solely for internal tracking and evaluation. It helps the city assess the effectiveness of its outreach and engagement efforts and is not used to determine appointments, selections or eligibility. Your information is kept strictly confidential and, wb.eu reported, will not identify any indi\-idual. htdicate how indh-iduals within your organization primarily identify their gender. Include the number of indi\-iduals in eaclt category. You may report couuts using the following categories: female, male, non-binary, identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. E.=ple: Female -12, Male -8, Non-binary-2, Identify as (genderfluid) -1, Prefer not to say-3 Describe the racial and ethnic composition of indh-iduals \\oithin your organization, including the number of indi\-iduals in each category. You may report cotmts using categories that reflect your organization's reporting practices, including Hispanic or Latino, White, Black or African American, Asian, Native Ame1ican or Alaska Native, Native Hawaii.au or Other Pacific Islander, Multiracial, I identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: White -10, Black or Afiican American -5, Asian -3, Hispanic or Latino -4, Identify as (r.-Iiddle Eastern) -2, Prefer not to say-1 What age groups are represented within your organization? (select all that apply) City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 4 What is your organization's typical annual operating budget? Above $150,000 Who is your organization's primary target audience or population served? (select all that apply) General public Signature Applicant signature Joel D Sass Page7 Date October 06, 2025 Thank you for filling out the Arts & Culture Grant application. Press the submit button below to submit your application. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 5 Submitter DB ID IP Address Submission Recorded On Time to Take the Survey Pagel 29521 2601:449=4800:d750:f589:29aa:56oe:5efa October 03, 2025 9:08 p.m. 12 minutes, 21 secs. Applicant information Organizat ion/ artist/ a pplicant name Overdressed Duo Main contact First name Elizabeth Email Phone number Address Street address State Minnesota Have you received a St. Louis Park Arts & Culture Grant before? Yes If yes, which year(s)? 2023 2022 Page2 Project information Project name Opera Under the Stars Provide a one sentence description of your project. Last name Chua City- ZIP code We would like to use this grant funding to support a series of two operatic concerts during the summer months of 2026 at the Wolfe Park Veteran's Memorial Amphitheater. Do you identify as a new or emerging artist? yes In one paragraph, describe how your project aligns with one or more of the three core themes identified in the strategic roadmap for advancing arts and culture (1: Connect people, ideas, communities; 2: Enliven public spaces; 3: Promote health and well­ being). City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 6 Connect people, ideas, communities -Since our concerts will be in a public park space, they often attract many passersby who hear familiar music from distance and decide to follow it. Attendees have repeatedly shared with us after concerts that they stumbled upon our concerts while walking their dog o walking home from an ice cream shop, and ending up spending the rest of the show with us. One attendee came up to us and said, "I heard La Traviata, my favorite opera! So, I followed my ears, and they led me to you!" Our 2022 Opera Under the Stars concerts had recurring attendees who would bring neighbors and friends, and we also started forming a relationship with our recurring attendees. Dollar amount requested ($10,000 maximum) 4000 Total project budget 5600 The committee sometimes distributes "seed funding" of $1,000 or less to support a portion of a larger project. If awarded this level of funding, would you still be able to carry out a meaningful version of your project? Yes If you answered yes to the above question, briefly describe what the smaller-scale version of your project would look like and/ or which specific aspect of your project the seed funding would support. Depending on the amount, we can either do one concert instead of two, or we may be able to still do 2 concerts supplement with other funding. Artistic discipline Music Page3 References Please provide two to three references. Reference1 Name­ Phone­ Reference 2 Name Phone-­ Reference3 Name Not answered Phone Not answered Disclosure Organization Email Organization - Email Organization Not answered Email Not answered Please disclose if there are any individuals involved in this project who are members of the Arts & Culture Grant committee, staff of the City of St. Louis Park, or board members of St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts or the St. Louis Park Community Foundation. Not answered Page4 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 7 Upload documents Proposal narrative SLP 2026 narrative.docx Proposal budget SLP 2026 budget.xlsx Photo samples of similar projects SLP grant supplemental materials.docx Are you submitting the application as an individual or organization? Organization Page6 Demographics The City of St. Louis Park is committed to advancing the city council's strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion. This work aims to create a more just and inclusive community across all city programs and services. Demographic information collected through this form is used solely for internal tracking and evaluation. It helps the city assess the effectiveness of its outreach and engagement efforts and is not used to determine appointments, selections or eligibility. Your information is kept strictly confidential and, when reported, will not identify any individual. Indicate how individuals within your organization primarily identify their gender. Include the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using the following categories: female, male, non-binary, identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: Female -12, Male -8, Non-binary -2, Identify as (genderfluid) -1, Prefer not to say -3 Describe the racial and ethuic composition of individuals within your organization, including the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using categories that reflect your organization's reporting practices, including Hispanic or Latino, White, Black or African American, Asian, Native American or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, Multiracial, I identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: White -10, Black or African American -5, Asian -3, Hispauic or Latino -4, Identify as (Middle Eastern) -2, Prefer not to say-1 What age groups are represented within your organization? (select all that apply) What is your organization's typical annual operating budget? Less than $30,000 Who is your organization's primary target audience or population served? (select all that apply) Youth under 18 Young adults (18 -24) Adults (25 -64) City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 8 Older adults (65 and older) Families People with disabilities Low-income households General public Signature Applicant signature Elizabeth Chua Page7 Date October 03, 2025 Thank you for filling out the Arts & Culture Grant application. Press the submit button below to submit your application. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 9 Submitter DB ID IP Address Submission Recorded On Time to Take the Survey Pagel 29449 70.98.10.80 September 26, 2025 3:03 p.m. 4 minutes, 41 secs. Applicant information Organizat ion/ artist/ a pplicant name Reach for Resources, Inc. Main contact First name Emily Email Phone number Address Street address State Minnesota Have you received a St. Louis Park Arts & Culture Grant before? No If yes, which year(s)? Not answered Page2 Project information Project name Adaptive Arts Studio Workshops Provide a one sentence description of your project. Last name Orr City­ ZIP code - Reach for Resources' Adaptive Arts Studio Workshops will provide free, accessible arts workshops for adults and teens with disabilities in St. Louis Par� empowering participants to explore a variety of creative mediums in a supportive community setting. Do you identify as a new or emerging artist? No In one paragraph, describe how your project aligns with one or more of the three core themes identified in the strategic roadmap for advancing arts and culture (1: Connect people, ideas, communities; 2: Enliven public spaces; 3: Promote health and well­ being). City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 10 Reach for Resources' (Reach) Adaptive Arts Studio Workshops are designed to promote health and well-being by harnessing creativity and the arts as powerful vehicles for individual and community growth. Through accessible, hands-on workshops, participants with disabilities are supported in exploring new art forms that encourage emotional expression, improve mental health, and refine fine motor skills. The program's structure (free participation, transportation support, and ADA-compliant venues) removes barriers and fosters sustainability, while activities such as painting, movement, and nature-inspired crafts create meaningful connections to the environment and each other. By prioritizing inclusion and collaboration, these workshops strengthen both personal wellness and community bonds, fully aligning with the funding opportunity's focus on mental health, active lifestyles, sustainability, and connections to nature. This program also has the added benefit of building community by bringing people together to participate in a shared activity. Dollar amount requested ($10,000 maximum} 4860 Total project budget 4860.29 The committee sometimes distributes "seed funding" of $1,000 or less to support a portion of a larger project. If awarded this level of funding, would you still be able to carry out a meaningful version of your project? Yes If you answered yes to the above question, briefly describe what the smaller-scale version of your project would look like and/or which specific aspect of your project the seed funding would support. Yes, we would be able to scale the Adaptive Arts Studio Workshops to fit a smaller budget by offering a condensed version of the program featuring four workshops (rather than twelve). This smaller-scale approach would still provide participants with a wide variety of creative experiences, such as painting, improvisational theater, weaving, and jewelry making, ensuring exposure to different art forms and maintaining the program's commitment t< accessibility, inclusion, and community engagement. Seed funding would specifically support the costs of staff facilitators, supplies for each selected workshop, and transportation coordination, allowing us to deliver high-quality, accessible arts programming to adults and teens with disabilities in St. Louis Park, even at a reduced scale. Artistic discipline Other Visual Arts, Dance, Music, & Theatre Page3 References Please provide two to three references. Referencet Name Phone Reference2 Name Phone Reference3 Name Not answered Organization Email Organization Email Organization Not answered City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 11 Phone Not answered Email Not answered Disclosure Please disclose if there are any individuals involved in this project who are members of the Arts & Culture Grant committee, staff of the City of St. Louis Park, or board members of St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts or the St. Louis Park Community Foundation. N/A Page4 Upload documents Proposal narrative Reach SLP Community Arts 2026 Narrative m:lf Proposal budget Reach Budget 2026SLP Arts-and-Culture xlsx Photo samples of similar projects Reach Art Collag�!!),hig Are you submitting the application as an individual or organization? Organization Page6 Demographics The City of St. Louis Park is committed to advancing the city council's strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion. This work aims to create a more just and inclusive community across all city programs and services. Demographic information collected through this form is used solely for internal tracking and evaluation. It helps the city assess the effectiveness of its outreach and engagement efforts and is not used to determine appointments, selections or eligibility. Your information is kept strictly confidential and, when reported, will not identify any individual. Indicate how individuals within your organization primarily identify their gender. Include the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using the following categories: female, male, non-binary, identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: Female -12, Male -8, Non-binary-2, Identify as (genderfluid) -1, Prefer not to say -3 Describe the racial and ethnic composition of individuals within your organization, including the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using categories that reflect your organization's reporting practices, including Hispanic or Latino, White, Black or African American, Asian, Native American or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, Multiracial, I identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: White -10, Black or African American -5, Asian -3, Hispanic or Latino -4, Identify as (Middle Eastern) -2, Prefer not to say-1 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 12 What age groups are represented within your organization? (select all that apply) What is your organization's typical annual operating budget? Above $150,000 Who is your organization's primary target audience or population served? (select all that apply) Youth under 18 Young adults (18 -24) Adults (25 -64) Older adults ( 65 and older) Families People with disabilities Low-income households Signature Applicant signature Emily Orr Page7 Date September 26, 2025 Thank you for filling out the Arts & Culture Grant application. Press the submit button below to submit your application. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 13 Submitter DB ID IP Address Submission Recorded On Time to Take the Survey Pagel 29211 174.20.33.236 September 06, 2025 12:59 p.m. 18 minutes, 6 secs. Applicant information Organizat ion/ artist/ applicant name Storytelling Forum Main contact First name John Email Phone number Address Street address State Minnesota Have you received a St. Louis Park Arts & Culture Grant before? Yes If yes, which year(s)? 2021, 2023 Page2 Project information Project name Storytelling Forum Provide a one sentence description of your project. Last name Markovich The Storytelling Forum hosts an evening fostering the art of storytelling on a myriad of topics that inspire imagination and builds bridges between artis1 and the communities in St. Louis Park Do you identify as a new or emerging artist? n/a In one paragraph, describe how your project aligns with one or more of the three core themes identified in the strategic roadmap for advancing arts and culture (1: Connect people, ideas, communities; 2: Enliven public spaces; 3: Promote health and well­ being). City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 14 Storytelling is a shared experience bringing together people, ideas, and communities whether as a teller or a listener. The Storytelling Forum evenings animate the library as a vibrant hub, transforming a public space into a living canvas that reflects the voices and opportunities of expression, belonging, and the celebration of imagination, all of which contribute to a healthier, more resilient community. Funding from the Arts and Culture grand wold give Storytelling the resources to individuals from diverse backgrounds to share their stories, cultivating empathy and understanding. Dollar amount requested ($10,000 maximum) 450 Total project budget 450 The committee sometimes distributes "seed funding" of $1,000 or less to support a portion of a larger project. If awarded this level of funding, would you still be able to carry out a meaningful version of your project? Yes If you answered yes to the above question, briefly describe what the smaller-scale version of your project would look like and/or which specific aspect of your project the seed funding would support. ongoing storytelling Artistic discipline Other Storytelling Page3 References Please provide two to three references. Reference 1 Name Phone Reference2 Name Reference3 Name Not answeredPhone Not answered Disclosure Organization -Email Organization Email Organization Not answeredEmail Not answeredPlease disclose if there are any individuals involved in this project who are members of the Arts & Culture Grant committee, staff of the City of St. Louis Park, or boar d members of St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts or the St. Louis Park Community Foundation. None City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 15 Page4 Upload documents Proposal narrative Stozy:telling Forum Pro12osal 2025.doc Proposal budget Stozy:telling Budget 2026.docx Photo samples of similar projects Are you submitting the application as an individual or organization? Organization Page6 Demographics The City of St. Louis Park is committed to advancing the city council's strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion. This work aims to create a more just and inclusive community across all city programs and services. Demographic information collected through this form is used solely for internal tracking and evaluation. It helps the city assess the effectiveness of its outreach and engagement efforts and is not used to determine appointments, selections or eligibility. Your information is kept strictly confidential and, when reported, will not identify any individual. Indicate how individuals within your organization primarily identify their gender. Include the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using the following categories: female, male, non-binary, identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: Female -12, Male -8, Non-binary -2, Identify as (gendertluid) -1, Prefer not to say -3 - Describe the racial and ethnic composition of individuals within your organization, including the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using categories that reflect your organization's reporting practices, including Hispanic or Latino, White, Black or African American, Asian, Native American or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, Multiracial, I identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: White -10, Black or African American -5, Asian -3, Hispanic or Latino -4, Identify as (Middle Eastern) -2, Prefer not to say-1 - What age groups are represented within your organization? (select all that apply) What is your organization's typical annual operating budget? City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 16 Less than $30,000 Who is your organization's primary target audience or population served? (select all that apply) General public Signature Applicant signature John Markovich Page7 Date September 06, 2025 Thank you for filling out the Arts & Culture Grant application. Press the submit button below to submit your application. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 17 Submitter DB ID IP Address Submission Recorded On Time to Take tbe Survey Paget 29388 174.20-42.157 September 22, 2025 12:28 p.m. 27 minutes, 1 secs. Applicant information Organization/artist/applicant name The Park Theater Company: St. Louis Park's Community Theater Main contact First name Jim Email Phone number Address Street address State Minnesota Have you received a St. Louis Park Arts & Culture Grant before? Yes If yes, which year(s)? 2008,2010,2011,2012,2015,2017,2018,2024,2025 Page2 Project information Project name Arts in the Park video magazine Provide a one sentence description of your project. Last name McDonough Jr., Ph.D. City ZIP code-The Park Theater Company is requesting $2,700 to enable it to continue producing and broadcasting Arts in tbe Park video magazine. Do you identify as a new or emerging artist? no In one paragraph, describe how your project aligns with one or more of the three core themes identified in the strategic roadmap for advancing arts and culture (1: Connect people, ideas, communities; 2: Enliven public spaces; 3: Promote health and well­being). Arts in the Park video magazine continues to connect people, artists, and their creative talents. The Park Theater Company (TPTC) has been established and supported by tbe community to provide quality artistic perlormances which are socially relevant, thought provoking, and entertaining or tbe public For the past nine years, Arts in tbe Park has served as a media platform for local artists and arts/ culture activities and reached 7,000 views and anticipates it will engage another 2,000 views in 2026. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 18 Dollar amount requested ($10,000 maximum) 2700 Total project budget 4,455 The committee sometimes distributes "seed funding" of $1,000 or less to support a portion of a larger project. If awarded this level of funding, would you still be able to carry out a meaningful version of your project? No If you answered yes to the above question, briefly describe what the smaller-scale version of your project would look like and/ or which specific aspect of your project the seed funding would support. Not answered Artistic discipline Film Page3 References Please provide two to three references. Reference1 Name- Phone- Reference 2 Name Phone­ Reference3 Name Phone -- Disclosure Organization Email Organization Email Please disclose if there are any individuals involved in this project who are members of the Arts & Culture Grant committee, staff of the City of St. Louis Park, or board members of St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts or the St. Louis Park Community Foundation. James McDonough is aboard member of the SLP Friends of the Arts. Page4 Upload documents Proposal narrative 2026 Arts & Culture Grant Narrative 09.-20-2025,.ru!f Proposal budget City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 19 2026 Arts & Culture Grant Budget 09-20-2025,P-df Photo samples of similar projects Arts in the Park video magazine 2026 flier-09-21-2025,P-df Are you submitting the application as an individual or organization? Organization Page 6 Demographics The City of St. Louis Park is committed to advancing the city council's strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion. This work aims to create a more just and inclusive community across all city programs and services. Demographic information collected through this form is used solely for internal tracking and evaluation. It helps the city assess the effectiveness of its outreach and engagement efforts and is not used to determine appointments, selections or eligibility. Your information is kept strictly confidential and, when reported, will not identify any individual. Indicate how individuals within your organization primarily identify their gender. Include the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using the following categories: female, male, non-binary, identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: Female -12, Male -8, Non-binary -2, Identify as (genderfluid) -1, Prefer not to say -3 Describe the racial and ethnic composition of individuals within your organization, including the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using categories that reflect your organization's reporting practices, including Hispanic or Latino, White, Black or African American, Asian, Native American or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, Multiracial, I identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: White -10, Black or African American -5, Asian -3, Hispanic or Latino -4, Identify as (Middle Eastern) -2, Prefer not to say-1 What age groups are represented within your organization? (select all that apply) What is your organization's typical annual operating budget? Less than $30,000 Who is your organization's printary target audience or population served? (select all that apply) Youth under 18 Young adults (18 -24) Adults (25 -64) Older adults (65 and older) Faniilies City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 20 BIPOC communities LGBTQ+ individuals People with disabilities Immigrant or refugee communities Low-income households General public Signature Applicant signature Jim McDonough Jr., Ph.D. Page7 Date September 22, 2025 Thank you for filling out the Arts & Culture Grant application. Press the submit button below to submit your application. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 21 Submitter DB ID IP Address Submission Recorded On Time to Take tbe Survey Paget 29412 75.168.159.8 September 23, 2025 5:53 p.m. 44 minutes, 49 secs. Applicant information Organization/artist/applicant name Twin Cities Road Crew Main contact First name Felicia Email Phone number Address Street address State Minnesota Have you received a St. Louis Park Arts & Culture Grant before? No If yes, which year(s)? Not answered Page2 Project information Project name Breakers In The Park Provide a one sentence description of your project. Last name Schaefer Breakers in tbe Park is a community-centered initiative designed to bring the art and energy ofbreakdancing into neighborhood parks. Do you identify as a new or emerging artist? Yes In one paragraph, describe how your project aligns with one or more of the three core themes identified in the strategic roadmap for advancing arts and culture (1: Connect people, ideas, communities; 2: Enliven public spaces; 3: Promote health and well­ being). City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 22 This project strongly aligns with the grant's goals. First, it connects people, ideas, and community by bridging generations, cultures, and experiences through dance. Families gather to watch, young people learn from mentors, and local artists share their craft in ways that inspire dialogue, creativity, and mutual respect. Second, the program activates public spaces by transforming parks into vibrant hubs of culture and movement. These everyday places become stages where art, music, and community life intersect, allowing residents to see their local spaces in new and engaging ways. Finally, Breakers in the Park promotes health and well-being. Breakdancing is a highly physical activity that encourages strength, balance, and coordination, while also supporting confidence, self-expression, and positive mental health. By combining physical activity with cultural enrichment the program nurtures both body and mind. Dollar amount requested ($10,000 maximum) 10000 Total project budget 10800 The committee sometimes distributes "seed funding" of $1,000 or less to support a portion of a larger project. If awarded this level of funding, would you still be able to carry out a meaningful version of your project? No If you answered yes to the above question, briefly describe what the smaller-scale version of your project would look like and/or which specific aspect of your project the seed funding would support. While we would not be able to carry out a smaller-scale version of the project with only $1,000 ... we did provide a budget that reflects a smaller-scale version for $5,000. We appreciate your consideration for either of these options. Artistic discipline Dance Page3 References Please provide two to three references. Reference 1 Name Phone­Reference2 Name Phone Reference3 Name Disclosure Organization Email Organization Email Please disclose if there are any individuals involved in this project who are members of the Arts & Culture Grant committee, staff of the City of St. Louis Park, or board members of St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts or the St. Louis Park Community Foundation. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 23 Not answered Page4 Upload documents Proposal narrative fioposal Narrative & Timeline Breakers in the Park.pdfProposal budget 2025 Budget Spreadsheet -Breakers in the Park.xlsx Photo samples of similar projects Video Links-Breakers in the Park.pdf Are you submitting the application as an individual or organization? Organization Page6 Demographics The City of St. Louis Park is committed to advancing the city council's strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion. This work aims to create a more just and inclusive community across all city programs and services. Demographic information collected through this form is used solely for internal tracking and evaluation. It helps the city assess the effectiveness of its outreach and engagement efforts and is not used to determine appointments, selections or eligibility. Your information is kept strictly confidential and, when reported, will not identify any individual. Indicate how individuals within your organization primarily identify their gender. Include the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using the following categories: female, male, non-binary, identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: Female -12, Male -8, Non-binary -2, Identify as (genderfluid) -1, Prefer not to say -3 Describe the racial and ethnic composition of individuals within your organization, including the number of individuals in each category. You may report counts using categories that reflect your organization's reporting practices, including Hispanic or Latino, White, Black or African American, Asian, Native American or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, Multiracial, I identify as (please specify) and prefer not to say. Example: White -10, Black or African American -5, Asian -3, Hispanic or Latino -4, Identify as (Middle Eastern) -2, Prefer not to say-1 What age groups are represented within your organization? (select all that apply) What is your organization's typical annual operating budget? City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 24 Above $150,000 Who is your organization's primary target audience or population served? (select all that apply) Youth under 18 Young adults (18 -24) Adults (25 -64) Families BIPOC communities LGBTQ+ individuals Low-income households General public Signature Applicant signature Felicia Schaefer Page7 Date September 23, 2025 Thank you for filling out the Arts & Culture Grant application. Press the submit button below to submit your application. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5c) Title: Resolution approving Arts & Culture Grant awards Page 25 Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5d Executive summary Title: 2026 Social services award Recommended action: Approval of the proposed 2026 social services contracts as presented. Policy consideration: Does the city council approve the 2026 social services proposed contracts? Summary: The city has previously funded social service agencies through a contract with specific non-profit entities that provide services to St. Louis Park residents. In 2025, the process changed to a competitive request for proposal (RFP) process. The city has budgeted $250,000 in 2026 for contractual services with non-profit agencies serving residents in St. Louis Park that offer basic needs services that the city could provide and that address the program goals. The RFP was shared broadly including a public notice in the Sun Sailor, the city website and social media. Proposals were due Nov. 14, 2025. Two proposals were received from Senior Community Services and STEP to address the following goals: • Emergency housing assistance • Services to support senior independence • Services for individuals and households experiencing food insecurity The grant review committee, composed of staff from multiple city departments, evaluated the proposals and is recommending the following funding levels for each service: Program Request Proposed funding Funding source STEP Emergency housing assistance $187,000 $175,000 AHTF STEP Food Insecurity $50,000 $50,000 General Fund SCS HOME Chore $25,000 $25,000 AHTF Financial or budget considerations: $250,000 has been budgeted for the 2025 social services request for proposal: $200,000 from the affordable housing trust fund (AHTF) and $50,000 from the general fund. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood oriented development. Supporting documents: Discussion Prepared by: Marney Olson, housing manager Reviewed by: Karen Barton, community development director; Amelia Cruver, finance director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5d) Page 2 Title: 2026 Social services award Discussion Background: The city has previously funded social service agencies through a direct allocation to specific non-profit entities that provide services to St. Louis Park residents. Beginning in 2025 the process changed to a competitive request for proposal (RFP) process. The city has budgeted $250,000 in 2026 for contractual services with non-profit agencies serving residents in St. Louis Park that offer basic needs services that the city could provide and that address at least one of the following program goals: • Emergency housing assistance for low-income persons at or below 60% Area Median Income (AMI) for renters and 115% for homeowners • Services to support senior independence to allow low-income adults aged 60 years and older to remain in their home (115% AMI for homeowners) • Services for individuals and households experiencing food insecurity to improve access to healthy food • Support programs that assist landlords providing affordable rental housing* to offset rent losses due to evictions for non-payment of financial obligations by tenants at or below 60% AMI (*rent must be affordable to households at or below 60% AMI and must be verified) • Other basic needs services, subject to conformance with city policies The RFP was shared broadly through a variety of methods, including a public notice in the Sun Sailor, on the city’s website and various social media platforms. Proposals were due Nov. 14, 2025. A grant review committee composed of city staff from housing, finance, administration, race equity and inclusion and police departments convened in December 2025 to review the proposals and make funding recommendations. Committee members were selected to provide a diverse perspective on the review process. The grant committee evaluated the proposals against the RFP guideline funding parameters: • Any state-recognized non-profit organization is eligible to apply • Projects must serve St. Louis Park residents • Services must be compatible with city goals and strategic priorities • Total funding for this RFP is $250,000. Minimum request is $10,000. • $50,000 General Fund • $200,000 Affordable Housing Trust Fund Two proposals were received from STEP and Senior Community Services: Program Request Proposed funding Funding source STEP Emergency housing assistance $187,000 $175,000 AHTF STEP Food Insecurity $50,000 $50,000 General Fund SCS HOME Chore $25,000 $25,000 AHTF Both proposals met program and eligibility criteria. Proposal specifics are as follows: City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5d) Page 3 Title: 2026 Social services award STEP (St. Louis Park Emergency Program) Proposal: • $187,000 - Emergency housing assistance is for direct grants for rental assistance, staffing and administrative costs • $50,000 - Food insecurity includes purchasing food, staffing for food rescue and delivery and administrative costs Review committee recommendation: The committee recommends funding STEP at $225,000: • $175,000 from the AHTF for emergency housing assistance is for direct grants for rental assistance, staffing and administrative costs • $50,000 from the general fund for food insecurity includes purchasing food, staffing for food rescue and delivery and administrative costs The committee recognized the importance of the services STEP provides. STEP’s proposal and funding allocation addresses the following program goals: • Emergency housing assistance for low-income persons/households at or below 60% AMI for renters and 115% for homeowners. • Services for individuals and households experiencing food insecurity to improve access to healthy food STEP received funding in 2025 as follows: • $154,000 for emergency rental assistance and • $50,000 for food insecurity. Senior Community Services Proposal: • $25,000 request for the HOME Chore Program • Services include minor repairs, maintenance, home health and safety assessments, exterior home maintenance, interior and exterior painting, house cleaning, snow removal, spring and fall yard cleanup, technical support • Supports senior independence to allow low-income adults aged 60 years and older to remain in their homes Review committee recommendation: The committee recommends funding the HOME program from the AHTF at their requested amount of $25,000. The HOME Chore Program addresses the following program goal: Services to support senior independence to allow low-income adults aged 60 years and older to remain in their home. Senior Community Services received funding in 2025 in the amount of $15,000. Next steps: Upon the council’s approval of the 2026 social services RFP selections, staff will prepare contracts and work with the non-profit agencies on funding and reporting requirements. Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5e Executive summary Title: Resolution accepting a grant award from the National Recreation and Park Association Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing acceptance of a $2,000 grant from the National Recreation and Park Association awarded to support the National Day of Racial Healing: A Community Gathering. Policy consideration: Does the council wish to accept the grant award for eligible grant expenses to support the National Day of Racial Healing: A Community Gathering? Summary: The National Recreation and Park Association, with support from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, has made grant dollars available to support National Day of Racial Healing events. Funds will be used to support National Day of Racial Healing: A Community Gathering, in the City of St. Louis Park. The event is hosted by the parks and recreation department in collaboration with the racial equity and inclusion division, St. Louis Park Public Schools, Community Education and Benilde-St. Margaret’s High School. Financial or budget considerations: None. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in racial equity and inclusion in order to create a more just and inclusive community for all. Supporting documents: Resolution Prepared by: Clancy Ferris, legislative & grants analyst Reviewed by: Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator Nikki Friederich, recreation superintendent Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5e) Page 2 Title: Resolution accepting a grant award from the National Recreation and Park Association Resolution No. 25-__ Accepting a grant award from the National Recreation and Park Association Whereas, the $2,000 grant funds will continue to be used to support the National Day of Racial Healing: A Community Gathering event in the City of St. Louis Park; and Whereas, the city has the institutional, managerial and financial capability to ensure adequate project administration; and Whereas, upon approval of its application, on behalf of its parks and recreation department, the city may enter into an agreement with the National Recreation and Park Association for the above-mentioned project, Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota that Mayor Nadia Mohamed and City Manager Kim Keller, or successors, are hereby authorized to execute such agreements necessary to receive the $2,000 grant and implement the project (the grant agreement) on behalf of the City of St. Louis Park and to be the fiscal agent and administer the grant. Reviewed for administration: ____________________________________ Kim Keller, city manager Attest: ____________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025: ____________________________________ Nadia Mohamed, mayor Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5f Executive summary Title: Resolution authorizing a special assessment for the repair of a water service line at 7719 22nd Street West - Ward 4 Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the water service line at 7719 22nd Street West, St. Louis Park, Minnesota. P.I.D. 08-117-21-22-0022 Policy consideration: The proposed action is consistent with policy previously established by the city council. Summary: Paul Beshah, owner of the single-family residence at 7719 22nd Street West, has requested the city authorize the repair of the water service line for the home and assess the cost against the property in accordance with the city’s special assessment policy. The city requires the repair of service lines to promote the general public health, safety and welfare within the community. The special assessment policy for the repair or replacement of water and/or sewer service lines for existing homes was adopted by the city council in 1996. This program was put into place because sometimes property owners face financial hardships when emergency repairs like this is unexpectedly required. Plans and permits for this service line repair work were completed, submitted, and approved by city staff. The property owner hired a contractor and repaired the water service line in compliance with current codes and regulations. Based on the completed work, this repair qualifies for the city’s special assessment program. The property owner has petitioned the city to authorize the water service line repair and special assess the cost of the repair. The total eligible cost of the repair has been determined to be $5,200. Financial or budget considerations: The city has funds in place to finance the cost of this special assessment. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Resolution Prepared by: Beth Holida, office assistant Reviewed by: Emily Carr, assessing technician Austin Holm, utilities superintendent Jay Hall, public works director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Page 2 Title: Resolution authorizing a special assessment for the repair of a water service line at 7719 22nd Street West - Ward 4 Resolution No. 25-____ Authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the water service line at 7719 22nd Street West, St. Louis Park, MN P.I.D. 08-117-21-22-0022 Whereas, the property owner at 7719 22nd Street West, has petitioned the City of St. Louis Park to authorize a special assessment for the repair of the water service line for the single-family residence located at 7719 22nd Street West; and Whereas, the property owner has agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, right of notice and right of appeal pursuant to Minnesota Statute, Chapter 429; and Whereas, the city council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report from the Utility Superintendent related to the repair of the water service line, Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, that: 1. The petition from the property owner requesting the approval and special assessment for the water service line repair is hereby accepted. 2. The water service line repair that was done in conformance with the plans and specifications approved by the Public Works Department and Department of Inspections is hereby accepted. 3. The total cost for the repair of the water service line is accepted at $5,200. 4. The property owner has agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, notice and appeal from the special assessment, whether provided by Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, or by other statutes, or by ordinance, City Charter, the constitution, or common law. 5. The property owner has agreed to pay the city for the total cost of the above improvements through a special assessment over a ten (10) year period at the interest rate of 6%. 6. The property owner has executed an agreement with the city and all other documents necessary to implement the repair of the water service line and the special assessment of all costs associated therewith. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5g Executive summary Title: Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 Recommended action: Approve a resolution amending the redevelopment contract, the subordination agreement and related documents for the affordable building at the Beltline Station. Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to approve an amendment to the redevelopment contract related to the all-affordable component of the Beltline Station development that will release a portion of a previously provided letter of credit at closing and separate the previously approved subordination agreements into two agreements? Summary: Sherman Associates (the redeveloper) requests approval of a resolution related to an upcoming financial closing on the 82-unit affordable housing building within the larger 380- unit Beltline Station mixed-use development. First, the redeveloper requests the city release a portion of an existing security at financial closing on the affordable housing building. Financial closing is anticipated in late December 2025. The security was previously provided in part by a letter of credit and in part through a personal guarantee from George Sherman. With this change, the security will be reduced by up to $2 million at financial closing. A $3.2 million security will remain with the city until footings and foundations on the affordable housing building are complete. As explained in the May 19, 2025 EDA report on the Beltline Station project, the affordable housing security is intended as an incentive to ensure construction of the affordable housing commences by 2027. It is appropriate to partially reduce this security at financial close. In addition, this amendment separates the previously approved subordination agreement into two subordination agreements. This adjustment is required by senior lender financing for the project. The EDA attorney drafted the documents and supports the recommended actions. Financial or budget considerations: These amendments do not impact the amount of financial assistance previously approved for the project and do not have a budget impact. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood oriented development. Supporting documents: Resolution Prepared by: Dean Porter-Nelson, redevelopment administrator Reviewed by: Jennifer Monson, economic development manager; Karen Barton, community development director and EDA executive director Amelia Cruver, finance director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5g) Page 2 Title: Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 Resolution No. 25-______ Resolution approving amendment contract for private development, with Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership and execution of documents relating thereto Be it resolved by the city council (the “city council”) of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota (the “city”) as follows: Section 1. Recitals. 1.01. The city and the St. Louis Park Economic Development authority (the “authority”) have heretofore approved the establishment of the Beltline Station Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 (the “TIF district”), a housing district within Redevelopment Project No. 1 (the “project”), and have adopted a tax increment financing plan for the purpose of financing certain improvements within the project. 1.02. The city has heretofore created an Affordable Housing Trust Fund, which is funded in part with pooled tax increment derived from property within certain tax increment financing districts within the city as provided in Laws of Minnesota 2022, First Special Session, Chapter 14, Article 9, Section 5. 1.03. To facilitate the development of certain property within the project and TIF district, the authority, the city, and Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership, a Minnesota limited partnership (the “developer”), have executed and delivered an amended and restated contract for private development (the “original agreement”) relating to the construction of approximately 82 units of affordable multifamily rental housing together with approximately 59 underground parking spaces (the “minimum improvements”) whereby the city and the authority agreed to provide certain financial assistance to the minimum improvements. The agreement requires that the developer comply with certain construction timelines for the affordable minimum improvements or pay a fee (the “affordable housing fee”). The payment of affordable housing fee will be secured by a letter of credit and a guaranty from George Sherman and Sherman Development Holdings (collectively, the “security”) delivered at closing on the property. 1.04. In addition, the agreement authorizes the loan of proceeds of funds from the city’s affordable housing trust fund (the “city AHTF loan”) in the principal amount of $1,793,238 to the developer and sets forth certain other conditions for the construction of the minimum improvements. 1.05. To allow the developer to perform certain obligations under the original agreement, cedar rapids bank and trust, an Iowa banking corporation, in its capacity as lender, together with any other permitted co-lenders and their respective successors and/or permitted assigns (collectively, “senior lender”), has agreed to provide the developer with financing by purchasing the tax-exempt conduit revenue obligations to be issued by the city and providing taxable financing to the developer (collectively, the “senior financing”). City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5g) Page 3 Title: Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 1.06. On Dec. 1, 2025, the council approved a first amendment to the amended and restated contract for private development to, among other items, update certain provisions to reflect the senior financing and requirements for disbursement of the AHTF loan. Since that date, the developer has requested that the city release a portion of the security for the affordable housing fee when it closes on its financing. 1.07. The authority, the city, and the developer have negotiated a revised first amendment to the amended and restated contract for private development (the “first amendment” and together with the original agreement, the “agreement”) to release a portion of the security for the affordable housing fee when the developer closes on its financing. 1.08. On Dec. 1, 2025, the council approved a master subordination agreement between the senior lender, the city, and the authority, and such other parties as may be required to the senior lender, pursuant to which the authority and the city will subordinate their right to, title to, and interest in the development property and the rights and the remedies and options of the city under the agreement to those of the senior lender and the senior financing. Since that date the senior has requested that the master subordination agreement be broken apart into two separate subordination agreements including (i) the swap master subordination agreement between the senior lender, the city, and the authority, and such other parties as may be required by the senior lender; and (ii) the master subordination agreement between the senior lender, the city, and the authority, and such other parties as may be required by the senior lender (collectively, the “subordination agreements”). Section 2. The first amendment and related documents. 2.01. The city council hereby approves the first amendment and the subordination agreements in substantially the forms presented to the city council, together with any related documents necessary in connection therewith, including all documents necessary for this transaction and including without limitation all documents, exhibits, certifications, or consents referenced in or attached to the first amendment, including without limitation the amended mortgage (all as defined in the first amendment) (the “development documents”). 2.02. The city council hereby authorizes the mayor and city manager, in their discretion and at such time, if any, as they may deem appropriate, to execute the development documents on behalf of the city, and to carry out, on behalf of the city, the city’s obligations thereunder when all conditions precedent thereto have been satisfied. The development documents shall be in substantially the form on file with the city and the approval hereby given to the development documents includes approval of such additional details therein and such additional documents as may be necessary and appropriate and such modifications thereof, deletions therefrom and additions thereto as may be necessary and appropriate and approved by legal counsel to the city and by the officers authorized herein to execute said documents prior to their execution; and said officers are hereby authorized to approve said changes on behalf of the city. The execution of any instrument by the appropriate officers of the city herein authorized shall be conclusive evidence of the approval of such document in accordance with the terms hereof. This resolution shall not constitute an offer and the development documents shall not be effective until the date of execution thereof as provided herein. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5g) Page 4 Title: Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 2.03. In the event of absence or disability of the officers, any of the documents authorized by this resolution to be executed may be executed without further act or authorization of the city council by any duly designated acting official, or by such other officer or officers of the city council as, in the opinion of the city attorney, may act in their behalf. Upon execution and delivery of the development documents, the officers and employees of the city council are hereby authorized and directed to take or cause to be taken such actions as may be necessary on behalf of the city council to implement the development documents, including without limitation the issuance of tax increment revenue obligations thereunder when all conditions precedent thereto have been satisfied and reserving funds for the payment thereof in the applicable tax increment accounts. Section 4. Effective Date. This resolution shall be effective upon approval. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5h Executive summary Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals – 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Recommended action: Motion to approve an extension of the approved special permit amendment, conditional use permit and final plat for 5775 Wayzata Blvd. until Dec. 15, 2027. Policy consideration: Should the city allow Trigild IVL, LLC (the receiver for the 5775 Wayzata Blvd. property) more time to record the final plat and commence construction for the Park Place East pad-site development? Summary: Per city code, within two years of city council approval, projects related to conditional use permits (CUPs) and special permits (SPs) are required to have completed construction for the project (or substantially show on-going progress with construction), or the approval will be revoked or canceled. Applicants/owners may request an extension of the approvals from the city council. On Dec. 18, 2023, the Park Place East pad-site development was approved for a SP amendment, updating the site plan of the Park Place East office and adding two one-story commercial buildings on a new parcel in the southeast corner via Resolution No. 23-172 and a CUP allowing in-vehicle services via Resolution No. 23-173. Since the approvals, the project stalled due to the property at 5775 Wayzata Blvd. going into receivership. The receiver, Trigild IVL, are now working with new developers to move the project forward but the project would require more time. The receiver has requested an extension of the CUP and SP approvals for the property. The applicant has also requested an extension to the final plat approval for Park Plaza 2nd Addition, which was approved June 3, 2024. The final plat splits the current property, creating the new commercial lot along 16th Street and requires a shared parking agreement between the two parcels. Staff recommend all three approvals be extended to Dec. 15, 2026, thus bringing them all onto the same timeline and reasonable expectation of progress for the new parties involved. Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood oriented development. Supporting documents: Trigild IVL extension request Prepared by: Laura Chamberlain, senior planner Reviewed by: Sean Walther, planning manager/deputy community development director Karen Barton, community development director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Fafinski mark & Johnson, P.a. www.fmjlaw.com 11095 Viking Drive, Suite 420 Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-995-9500 700 North Minnesota Street, Suite B New Ulm, MN 56073 855-806-1525 December 5, 2025 VIA E-MAIL Laura Chamberlain, AICP Senior Planner City of St. Louis Park 5005 Minnetonka Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416 lchamberlain@stlouisparkmn.gov Re: 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park, Minnesota Dear Ms. Chamberlain: My law firm represents Trigild IVL, LLC (“Trigild”), which serves as the Court-appointed receiver for the real property located at 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park, Minnesota (the “Property”). A copy of the Hennepin County, Minnesota District Court’s order appointing Trigild as receiver for the Property is attached to this letter. On December 18, 2023, and June 3, 2024, the St. Louis Park City Council approved the following resolutions with respect to the Property: 1.Resolution No. 23-172 amending and restating Resolutions Nos. 06-176 and 04-138 granting amendment to existing special permit under Section 36-37 of the St. Louis Park zoning ordinance to allow the construction of two buildings at 5775 Wayzata Boulevard; 2.Resolution No. 23-173 approving a conditional use permit for 5775 Wayzata Boulevard; and 3.Resolution No. 24-071 approving final plat of Park Plaza 2nd Addition, 5775 Wayzata Boulevard. (collectively, the “Resolutions”). City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 2 Laura Chamberlain, AICP Senior Planner City of St. Louis Park December 5, 2025 Page 2 On November 25, 2025, you notified Trigild that on December 18, 2025, the City will begin the process of revoking Resolution Nos. 23-172 and 23-173 unless Trigild requests those resolutions be extended beyond that date. You also informed us that, on June 3, 2026, the City will begin the process of revoking Resolution No. 24-071 unless Trigild requests that resolution be extended beyond that date. Thank you very much for notifying us of these deadlines. With this letter, Trigild requests that the City please extend all three of these Resolutions (23-172, 23-173 and 24-071) beyond their upcoming December 18, 2025 and June 3, 2026 deadlines. If you could please add this request to the agenda for the December 15, 2025 City Council meeting, we would greatly appreciate it. Thank you very much for informing us of these deadlines and for your consideration of this request. If you have any questions, or if you need any further information, please feel free to contact me at (952) 224-7944, or by e-mail at david.runck@fmjlaw.com. Sincerely, David E. Runck Council for Trigild IVL, LLC, as Court-appointed receiver cc: Ian Lagowitz City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 3 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF HENNEPIN DISTRICT COURT FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT CASE TYPE: FORECLOSURE/RECEIVERSHIP WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CITIGROUP COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE TRUST 2018-B2, COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2018-B2, by and through LNR PARTNERS, LLC, its Special Servicer, Plaintiff, v. MIDDLETON PARK PLACE INVESTORS LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, CY-CON, INC. Defendants. Case No. 27-CV-24-17289 [PROPOSED] ORDER APPOINTING LIMITED RECEIVER This matter came before the Court pursuant to the Joint Motion for Appointment of Limited Receiver (the “Motion”) filed by Plaintiff Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trustee, on behalf of the registered holders of Citigroup Commercial Mortgage Trust 2018-B2, Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2018-B2 (“Lender”), who acts by and through LNR Partners, LLC, its Special Servicer, and Defendant Middleton Park Place Investors LLC (“Borrower”).1 The Court hereby grants the Parties’ motion for the appointment of a limited receiver. Being fully advised of the premises, and based upon and all of the files, records, and proceedings herein, 1 Defined terms that are not specifically defined herein have the meaning given in Plaintiff’s Verified Complaint. 27-CV-24-17289 INGTON TRUST, NNATIONAL CIATION , AS TRUSSTEE,,OONN BEBEHAHALFLF HE REGISTERED HOLDERERSS OFOF ROUP COMMERCIIAL MORORTGAGE T 2018-B2, COMMEERCIA L MOORTGAGGE THROUGH CERTIFFICATETES,S,SSERERIEIESS B2, by and through LLNR PAARTRTNENERSR, LLLLC,C, cial Servicer, ff, LETON PARK PLAACE INVVESESTOTORSRS LLLCLC, , ware limited liabilityy compapanyy,,CY-CON,, Defendants. Case No. 27 CV 24 17289 [PROPOOSED] ORDER APAPPOPOININTITNG LIMITED RECEIV This matter came before the Court pursuant to the Joint Motion for Appointment of L er (the “r Motion”) filed by Plaintiff Wilmington Trust, National Association, as trus of the registered holders of Citigroup Commercial Mortgage Trust 2018-B2, Comm age Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2018-B2 (“Lender”), who acts by and throug rs, LLC, its Special Servicer, and Defendant Middleton Park Place Investors rower”).1 The Court hereby grants the Parties’ motion for the appointment of a limited re 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 4 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 2 THE COURT HEREBY FINDS AND CONCLUDES AS FOLLOWS: 1. Lender is entitled to the appointment of a limited receiver under Minn. Stat. Chapters 559 and 576 on the grounds that Borrower consents to such appointment (while preserving its right to contest the merits of this case). 2. Under the terms of the Loan Documents and under Minn. Stat. Chapters 559 and 576, Lender is entitled to have a limited receiver appointed to take possession of the real estate and buildings legally described as: For APN/Parcel DIs): 04-117-21-31-0024 Parcel 1: Lot 4, Block 2, Park Plaza, except that part lying Northerly and Westerly of the following described line: Commencing at the most Northerly corner of said Lot 4; thence on a plat bearing of South 47 degrees 01 minutes 08 seconds West along the Northwesterly line of said Lot 4, a distance of 140.50 feet; thence South 01 degree 39 minutes 00 seconds West, along the West line of said Lot 4, a distance of 85.62 feet to the point of beginning of a line to be described; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 35 seconds East a distance of 168.50 feet; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 16 seconds East a distance of 179.69 feet to the North line of said Lot 4 and there terminating, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Easement for driveway and sidewalk purposes as set forth in that certain Mutual Easement Agreement, dated March 13, 1981, recorded July 8, 1981 as Document No. 1431433. Torrens Property Certificate of Title No. 1415552 Note for Information Only: Address 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park MN - Tax Parcel No. 04-117-21-31-0024 Parcel 2: Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Lou Park Addition according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, EXCEPT the following described parcels: That part of the East 302.00 feet of Lot 1, Block 1, Lou Park Addition, as measured at a right angle to the most Easterly line of said Lot 1 and its 27-CV-24-17289 ving its right to conteest the merits of this case). 2.Under the teerms ofof tthehe LLoaoann DoDocucumementntss anandd unundder Minnn. Stat. Chapters 5 ender is entitled to hhave a limited receiver apppoiointnteded to take poossession of the real ildings legally descriibed aas: For APN/Paarcel DIs):0044-11177-221-31-0000244 Parcel 1: Lot 4, Blockk 2, Park PPlalazaza, exexceceptpt tthahatt papartrt llyiyi ngng Northerly and Westerly of the followinng describebdd liline:CCommen icingng att ththe most NNortherly corner of said Lot 4; thencee on a plpat bearingg of South 447 degrrees 01 minutes 08 seconds Weest along the Northwesterly line of said Loot 4, a distance of 140.50 feet; thence South 01 degree 39 minutes 00 seconds West, along the West line of said Lot 4, a distance of 85.62 feet to the point of beginning of a line to be described; thence South 89 degrees 40 minutes 35 seconds East a distance of 168.50 feet; thence North 00 degrees 02 minutes 16 seconds East a distance of 179.69 feet to the North line of said Lot 4 and there terminating, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Easement for driveway and sidewalk purposes as set forth in that certain Mutual Easement Agreement, dated March 13, 1981, recorded July 8, 1981 as Document No. 1431433. Torrens Property Certificate of Title No. 1415552 Note for Information Only: Address 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park MN - Tax Parcel No. 04-117-21-31-0024 Parcel 2: L 1 d2 Bl k1 L P kAddii di h dd l 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 5 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 3 Southerly prolongation, which lies Southerly of a line parallel with and distant 144.00 feet Northerly of the most Southerly line of said Lot 1, as measured at a right angle to said Southerly line and its Easterly prolongation. That part of Lot 2, Block 1, Lou Park Addition described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of Lot 3, Block 1, Lou Park Addition; thence Easterly, a distance of 161.42 feet along the Northerly line of said Lot 2 to the actual point of beginning of the tract of land to be described; thence South 2 degrees 21 minutes 30 seconds West, a distance of 173.10 feet; thence South 87 degrees 38 minutes 30 seconds East, a distance of 144.32 feet to the Easterly line of said Lot 2; thence on a bearing of North along said Easterly line, a distance of 152.19 feet to a Northeast corner of said Lot 2; thence Westerly along the Northerly line of said Lot 2, a distance of 139.69 feet to the point beginning. For purposes of this description the Westerly line of said Lot 2 is assumed to bear North 2 degrees 21 minutes 30 seconds East. That part of Lot 2, Block 1, Lou Park Addition which lies Northerly of a line run parallel with and distant 30 feet Southerly of the following described line: Beginning at a point on the East line of Section 5, Township 117 North, Range 21 West, distant 178.68 feet South of the East Quarter corner thereof; thence run Westerly at an angle of 78 degrees 06 minutes 46 seconds from said East section line (measured from North to West) for 180.95 feet; thence deflect to the left on a tangential curve having a radius of 3274.04 feet and a delta angle of 8 degrees 25 minutes 43 seconds for 481.63 feet and there terminating. Together with a 15 foot easement for storm sewer purposes across that part of the East 302.00 feet of Lot 1, Block 1, Lou Park Addition, as measured at a right angle to the most Easterly line of said Lot 1 and its Southerly prolongation, which lies Southerly of a line parallel with and distant 144.00 feet Northerly of the most Southerly line of said Lot 1, as measured at a right angle to said Southerly line and its Easterly prolongation, the centerline of said easement being described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Lot 1; thence on an assumed bearing of South 2 degrees 06 minutes 25 seconds West along the Easterly line of said Lot 1 to an intersection with a line parallel with and 144.00 feet Northerly of the most Southerly line of said Lot 1, as measured at a right angle to said Southerly line and its Easterly prolongation; thence North 87 degrees 38 minutes 30 seconds West along said parallel line, a distance of 44.88 feet to the actual point of beginning of the centerline to be described; thence South 27 degrees 10 minutes 35 seconds East a distance of 85.87 feet; thence South 29 degrees 51 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 48.00 feet and there terminating. 27-CV-24-17289 Commencinng at the Northeast corner of Lot 3, Block 1, LLou Park Addition; thence Easteerly, a ddisistatancncee ofof 116161 4.422 fefeetet aalolongng tthe Noortherly line of said Lot 2 to the actuall popoinintt ofof bbegegininniningng ooff ththee trtracact of lannd to be described; thence Southh 2 degrrees 21 minutes 30 seconds West,a distance of 173.10 feet; thence South 87 degrgees 38 minututeses 330 0 seconds East, a distance of 144.32 feet to the EEasasteterlrlyy lilinee oof saaidid LLotot 22;;ththenence on a bearing of North along said EEasterlly llinene, ,a a disttanance ooff 152.2.1919 feeett to a NNortheast corner of said Lot 2; thhence WWesesteterlyy alaloong g ththe NoNorttheerlrlyy liinne of saaid Lot 2, a distance of 139.69 feeet to the poiintt bbegginnniingg.FFoor ppurposes of tthis description the Westerly linne of said Loot 22 is aasssummeed to bear North 2 ddegrees 21 minutes 30 seconds EEast. That part off Lot 2, BlBlocockk 11,LLouou PPararkk AdAddidititionon which lies Northerly of a line run paarallel wiithth a dnd ddiistta tnt 3300 ffe tet SSoutherlyy of the following described linne: Begiginning g at a ppoint on the East linne of Section 5, Township 117 North,RRange 21 West, distant 178.68 feet South oof the East Quarter corner thereof; thence run Westerly at an angle of 78 degrees 06 minutes 46 seconds from said East section line (measured from North to West) for 180.95 feet; thence deflect to the left on a tangential curve having a radius of 3274.04 feet and a delta angle of 8 degrees 25 minutes 43 seconds for 481.63 feet and there terminating. Together with a 15 foot easement for storm sewer purposes across that part of the East 302.00 feet of Lot 1, Block 1, Lou Park Addition, as measured at a right angle to the most Easterly line of said Lot 1 and its Southerly prolongation, which lies Southerly of a line parallel with and distant 144.00 feet Northerly of the most Southerly line of said Lot 1, as measured at a right angle to said Southerly line and its Easterly prolongation, the centerline of said easement being described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Lot 1; thence on an assumed bearing of South 2 degrees 06 minutes 25 seconds West along the Easterly line of said Lot 1 to an intersection with a line parallel with and 144.00 feet Northerly of the most Southerly line of said Lot 1, as measured at a right angle to said Southerly line and its Easterly prolongation; thence North 87 degrees 38 i 30 d W l id ll l li di f 44 88 f 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 6 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 4 And also together with an 11 foot easement for storm sewer purposes across that part of the East 302.00 feet of Lot 1, Block 1, Lou Park Addition, as measured at a right angle to the most Easterly line of said Lot 1 and its Southerly prolongation, which lies Southerly of a line parallel with and distant 144.00 feet Northerly of the most Southerly line of said Lot 1, as measured at a right angle to said Southerly line and its Easterly prolongation being 3.50 feet to the right and 7.5 feet to the left of the following described line: Beginning at the terminus of the above described centerline; thence continuing South 29 degrees 51 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 30.10 feet to the Southerly line of said Lot 1 and there terminating. The side lines of said easement are to be prolonged or shortened to terminate at the South line of said Lot 1 and at the North line of the South 144.00 feet of said Lot 1. Abstract Property Note for Information Only: Address 6465 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park MN – Tax Parcel No. 05-117-21-41-0022. (collectively, the “Real Property”) together with all personal property and fixtures subject to the liens and security interests of Lender including personal property owned by Borrower and located on or connected with the Real Property (the “Personal Property” and together with the Real Property, the “Property”). 3. The Court has weighed the eligibility factors, as outlined in Minn. Stat. § 576.26, Subd. 2, and finds that Trigild IVL, LLC, (the “Receiver”), is qualified to serve as receiver and as an officer of the Court. Mr. Ian Lagowitz will supervise this receivership. 4. The Court has considered the independence factors, as outlined in Minn. Stat. § 576.26, Subd. 3, and finds that Receiver is independent as to the parties and the underlying dispute. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 5. The Motion for Appointment of Limited Receiver is GRANTED. 6. Receiver is hereby appointed as a limited receiver to take charge of the Property. 27-CV-24-17289 being 3.50 ffeeet to the right and 7.5 feet to the left of the ffollowing described line: Beginnning at tthehe tterermiminunuss ofof tthehe aaboboveve ddesescribedd centerline; thence continuing SSouth 2299 dedegrgreeeess 5151 mmininututeses 0000 sesecoconds WWest, a distance of 30.10 feet too the Soututherly line of said Lot 1 andnd there teerminating. The side linees of saaidid eeasasememenet t arare too bbe prprololonongeged d or s hoortened to terminate at the South line oof ssaid d LoLot 1 anand d atat tthhe NNorthth liinee of the South 144.00 feet of said Lot 11. Abstract Prooperty Note for Infformation OOnlnlyy:AAdddreress 6646655 WWayz ata Booulevard, St. Louis Park MN – TTax Parccelel NNoo.0055-111177-2121 4-411-00002222.. ctively, the “Real Prropertyy”)) toggether with all ppersonal prpropertyy and fixtures subjec and security interests of Lender including personal property owned by Borrower and l connected with the Real Property (the “Personal Property” and together with th rty, the “Property”). 3.The Court has weighed the eligibility factors, as outlined in Minn. Stat. § 5 2, and finds that Trigild IVL, LLC, (the “Receiver”), is qualified to serve as receiver cer of the Court. Mr. Ian Lagowitz will supervise this receivership. 4.The Court has considered the independence factors, as outlined in Minn 26, Subd. 3, and finds that Receiver is independent as to the parties and the und e. HEREBY ORDERED THAT 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 7 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 5 7. Receiver shall post a bond or cash in the amount of $500 within ten days of the filing of this order. 8. As a receiver over the Property, Receiver shall have all the powers and authority usually held by receivers under Minn. Stat. § 576.29, and reasonably necessary to accomplish the purposes stated herein, including, but not limited to, the following powers, which, unless otherwise stated, may be exercised without further order of the Court: a. The power to collect, control, manage, conserve, and protect the Property, including, without limitation, collecting all rents, issues, profits, revenues and other payments from tenants and any other income, revenue, and assets derived from the Property; b. The power to incur and pay expenses incidental to the Receiver’s exercise of the powers or otherwise in the performance of Receiver’s duties; c. The power to assert rights, claims, causes of action, or defenses that relate to the Property; d. The power to change the locks on all main entry points to all common-area entry/egress points, including, but not limited to, units, garage door(s), main doors, stairwell egress points, and common-area egress points on the Property; e. The power to change the security and access codes at the main entry points to all common-area entry/egress points, including, but not limited to, garage door(s), main doors, stairwell egress points, and common-area egress points on the Property; f. The power to change the locks and security and access codes on all main entry points to all vacant unit entry/egress points, including, but not limited to, units, 27-CV-24-17289 y held by receivers unnder Minn. Stat. § 576.29, and reasonably necessary to accompl es stated herein, incluuding,bbutut nnotot llimimititeded ttoo,tthehe ffolollolowiwingng p oweers, which, unless oth may be exercised wiithout further order of the CoCoururt:t: a.The powerr too ccolollelect, cocontnrooll, mannaggee,cconnservee, and protect the Pr including, withoutt limitation, coolllecctinng alll reentts,issues, prrofits, revenues and payments from tennants and annyy oothherr inncomeme, rrevenue, andd assets derived fro Property; b.The power r to incur and ppayy exppenses incicidental to the Receiver’s ex of the powers or otherwise in the performance of Receiver’s duties; c.The power to assert rights, claims, causes of action, or defenses tha to the Property; d.The power to change the locks on all main entry points to all commo entry/egress points, including, but not limited to, units, garage door(s), main stairwell egress points, and common-area egress points on the Property; e.The power to change the security and access codes at the main entr y to all common-area entry/egress points, including, but not limited to, garage door(s doors, stairwell egress points, and common-area egress points on the Property; f Th h h l k d i d d l 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 8 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 6 garage door(s), main doors, stairwell egress points, and common-area egress points on the Property; g. The power to continue, initiate, or terminate contractual relations under service and other contracts; h. The power to lease the Property or any space in the Property, after obtaining the prior written consent of Lender, including to amend and modify existing leases; i. The power to enforce the terms of any lease for the Property, including the lease holdover provisions, and to commence eviction or unlawful-detainer actions against any occupants, if appropriate; j. The power to prevent Borrower and any of Borrower’s officers, representatives, successors, and assigns from having access to the Property; k. The power to retain a property manager for the Property, provided that the aggregate fees charged by any new property manager should not exceed those of the current property manager by more than 10% unless Borrower consents or approval is provided by subsequent order of the Court; l. The power to enter into any and all agreements which, in Receiver’s reasonable discretion, it deems necessary or appropriate to prevent waste of, and to preserve and protect, the Property, including, but not limited to, supply, distribution, service or other such contracts. By way of example, and not limitation, Receiver is authorized to enter into any and all agreements that, in its reasonable discretion, it deems necessary or appropriate with respect to snow removal, landscaping, lawn care, maintenance, security, operations, and repair; 27-CV-24-17289 service and other contracts; h.The ppower r toto lleaeasese tthehe PProropepertrtyy oror aanyny sspapacce in thhe Property, after ob the prior written coonsent of Lender,,including ttoo amamenend and moodify existing leases i.The powerr too eenfnforrce tthehe terermms of f anyy leeasse for the Property, includ lease holdover provvisions, a dnd tto coommmmenncee evvicctioion or unlawfful-detainer actions a any occupants, if apappropriate; j.The power toto pprereveventnt BBororrorowewerr anand any of Borrower’s o representatives, succcessorors,, and assiggns from havingg acccess to the Property; k.The power to retain a property manager for the Property, provided t aggregate fees charged by any new property manager should not exceed those current property manager by more than 10% unless Borrower consents or appr provided by subsequent order of the Court; l.The power to enter into any and all agreements which, in Rec reasonable discretion, it deems necessary or appropriate to prevent waste of, preserve and protect, the Property, including, but not limited to, supply, distrib service or other such contracts. By way of example, and not limitation, Rece authorized to enter into any and all agreements that, in its reasonable discretion, it iih lldil 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 9 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 7 m. The power to decline to pay expenses incurred before the establishment of the receivership, unless Receiver deems it necessary to do so in order to prevent waste of, and to preserve and protect, the Property, except that the payment of past due utility bills owed by Borrower is not necessary under this provision; n. The power to hire such consultants, including accountants, attorneys, and other professionals to assist it in carrying out its duties and obligations as Receiver, and all fees of any such approved consultants shall be treated as operating expenses of the Property; o. The power to enter into a listing agreement to market the Property for sale with Plaintiff’s consent, provided that no sale of the Property shall occur absent an order of the Court; p. If authorized by an order of the Court upon motion and notice to all parties, and with Plaintiff’s consent, the power to sell the Property, other than in the ordinary course of business, free and clear of all liens, claims and encumbrances, with any liens against the Property to attach to the proceeds from such sale in the same order of priority as against the Property, such proceeds to be distributed pursuant to subsequent order of the Court; and q. The power to endorse any check received by the Receiver in the course of its management of the Property and to execute in the name of the Borrower any and all reports and other documents required to be executed in connection with the performance of Receiver’s obligations hereunder. 9. If the rents from the Property are insufficient to pay the Receiver’s expenses, Lender may, in its sole discretion, advance funds to the Receiver to pay the reasonable expenses 27-CV-24-17289 owed by Borrowerr is not necessary under this provision; n.The power r toto hhiriree susuchch ccononsusultltanantsts, ininclcluuding aaccountants, attorney other professionalss to assist it in carrying out iitsts ddututies and obbligations as Receiv all fees of any succh appprooveved d coonsulultatantss shshalll bbe treeatted as operating expenses Property; o.The power to entterr inntoo aa liistiingg aagrreement to mmarket the Property f with Plaintiff’s connsent, prrovovidideded tthahatt nono ssalalee ofof tthehe PProperty sshall occur absent an of the Court; p.If authorized by an order of the Court upon motion and notice to all p and with Plaintiff’s consent, the power to sell the Property, other than in the or course of business, free and clear of all liens, claims and encumbrances, with an against the Property to attach to the proceeds from such sale in the same order of p as against the Property, such proceeds to be distributed pursuant to subsequent o the Court; and q.The power to endorse any check received by the Receiver in the co its management of the Property and to execute in the name of the Borrower any reports and other documents required to be executed in connection with the perfor fR i ’ bli i h d 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 10 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 8 of the receivership. To the extent Lender advances such funds, sums so advanced shall (i) be secured with the same priority as the Mortgage, (ii) bear interest from the date of such advances at the applicable rate provided in the Note, and (iii) immediately become part of the amount due pursuant to the Note. If such advances are made before a foreclosure sale of the Property, Lender shall be entitled to include the amount of any advance in the amount due and owing under the Note. If such advances are made after a foreclosure sale of the Property, Lender shall be entitled to include the amount of any advance, with interest, in the amount required to redeem. 10. If Receiver does not have funds available and if the Lender is unwilling to advance funds for any particular expense, Receiver may request instructions from the Court as to how it should proceed. 11. Receiver is authorized to request instructions from the Court on an expedited basis. Receiver shall make any request for instructions in writing and shall serve all parties to this action with a copy of its request. Receiver shall schedule a hearing before the Court on any request for instructions. Receiver shall file and serve its request for instructions at least five days before the hearing. 12. Receiver shall apply rents and any other revenues from the Property in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 576.25, Subd. 5. 13. Utility companies and other providers of utility services, including but not limited to electricity, gas, water, sewage, garbage, television/cable, and telephone are directed not to demand additional deposits from Receiver or to discontinue service to the Property. Receiver is authorized to open new customer accounts with each utility that provides services to the Property, or require Borrower to name the Receiver as an authorized user of any of the existing utility accounts for the Property. 27-CV-24-17289 nt to the Note. If succh advances are made before a foreclosure sale of the Property, L e entitled to includee the aamomoununtt ofof aanyny aadvdvanancece iinn ththee aamountt due and owing und f such advances are made after a foreclosure salele oof f ththe Propertty, Lender shall be e ude the amount of anny advvanncee, , wiwitht intntereesst,t,iin thhe ammoounnt requuired to redeem. 10.If Receiver ddoes not hhave ffundnds aavaailaable annd d iif the Lendder is unwilling to ad for any particular exxpense, Receiveer mmayy reqequeuest innstructions frrom the Court as to proceed. 11.Receiver is aauthorriized to requqest instructions fromm the CCourt on an expedited er shall make any request for instructions in writing and shall serve all parties to this copy of its request. Receiver shall schedule a hearing before the Court on any requ tions. Receiver shall file and serve its request for instructions at least five days bef g. 12.Receiver shall apply rents and any other revenues from the Property in acco Minn. Stat. § 576.25, Subd. 5. 13.Utility companies and other providers of utility services, including but not tricity, gas, water, sewage, garbage, television/cable, and telephone are directed d additional deposits from Receiver or to discontinue service to the Property. Rece dihhilihidihP 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 11 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 9 14. Upon its appointment, Receiver shall deliver to any and all tenants or occupants of the Property a copy of this Order and written notice that all tenants or occupants shall pay rents and other payments to Receiver or its designee and that all decisions relating to the Property will be made by Receiver. Nothing contained in this Order expands the rights, if any, of any tenants or occupants. Nothing contained in this Order, and no conduct by Receiver, prevents the interests of any tenants, occupants, or third-parties from being foreclosed except as provided by law. 15. Receiver shall file periodic accountings with the Court no less often than monthly within twenty-five (25) days after the end of each month, and a final accounting at the time of discharge of Receiver. Receiver shall mail copies of the monthly statements and final accounting to all parties in this action. In connection with its first monthly report, the Receiver shall describe what activities it has performed. Receiver’s compensation and reimbursements shall be disclosed in the periodic reports filed with the Court and are subject to appropriate objections by Lender or other parties to this action. Receiver may pay and reimburse itself with funds generated through the operation of the Property. Receiver may also pay and reimburse itself with funds advanced by Lender. As and when Receiver receives payment or reimbursement, it shall provide a detailed statement of its services and expenses to the parties to this action. Any objections to Receiver’s fees or expenses must be filed with the Court and served on the parties to this action within seven (7) calendar days after receipt of Receiver’s statements. If no objection is filed within seven (7) calendar days after the filing of the Receiver’s periodic accounting, the accounting (along with the receiver’s compensation or reimbursement including the legal fees and expenses incurred by the receiver) are deemed approved without further order of the Court. If an objection is filed, the matter will be heard within five (5) days, or the shortest period allowed within the Minnesota Rules of Civil procedure, whichever period is shorter. 27-CV-24-17289 by Receiver. Nothingg contained in this Order ex pands the rightss, if any, of any ten ants. Nothing containned in ththisis OOrdrderer, anandd nono ccononduductct bbyy RReceiveer, prevents the inter nants, occupants, or thhird-parties from being foreclclososeded except as provided by law. 15.Receiver shaall filee pperii dodicic acccouonttinings wwiith h thee CCourt no less often than m twenty-five (25) dayys after thhe ennd off eacch mmononthh, and a finall accounting at the t rge of Receiver. Receiver shall mmaiil ccoopiees off thhe mmonthly statemments and final acco arties in this action. In connecectitionon wwitithh ititss fifirsrstt momontnthlhly y report, tthe Receiver shall d ctivities it has perforrmed. RReceiver’s compepnsation and rereimburrsements shall be dis periodic reports filed with the Court and are subject to appropriate objections by Len arties to this action. Receiver may pay and reimburse itself with funds generated throu on of the Property. Receiver may also pay and reimburse itself with funds advan r. As and when Receiver receives payment or reimbursement, it shall provide a d ent of its services and expenses to the parties to this action. Any objections to Rec expenses must be filed with the Court and served on the parties to this action within endar days after receipt of Receiver’s statements. If no objection is filed within sev ar days after the filing of the Receiver’s periodic accounting, the accounting (along w er’s compensation or reimbursement including the legal fees and expenses incurred ) d d d i h f h d f h C If bj i i fil d h 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 12 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 10 16. Receiver shall serve until further order of this Court terminating the receivership. A motion seeking to terminate the receivership under this Order may be filed on an expedited basis or shortened notice. Following termination, Receiver shall file its final accounting and upon approval by the Court, shall be discharged. 17. Borrower and its agents, representatives, successors, and assigns shall have all of the duties to assist and cooperate with Receiver as set forth in Minn. Stat. § 576.31 and shall use commercially reasonable efforts to immediately: a. surrender to Receiver physical possession of the Property; b. deliver to Receiver all rents, issues, profits, security deposits, bank accounts, and all other income or monies relating to the Property; c. provide Receiver with all keys, codes, passwords, other access devices, and manuals relating to the Property; d. deliver to Receiver all information, assets (and titles thereto), books, records, computers, access codes, accounts, and cash in its possession, custody or control relating to the operation, ownership or management of the Property, including, without limitation, operations files, maintenance files, employee records, insurance records, contracts, leases, financial books and records, security deposits, credit-card receipts, advance payments, bank accounts, savings accounts and checking accounts, including without limitation all information electronically created, received or stored; e. deliver a list of the names and addresses of all current tenants on the Property; f. turn over to Receiver any and all payments, advances, accounts, tenant deposits, rents royalties, deposits, or other income in the possession of Borrower, its agents 27-CV-24-17289 al by the Court, shalll be discharged. 17.Borrower annd its aagegentntss,rrepepreresesentntatativiveses, susuccccesesssors, annd assigns shall have ies to assist and coooperate with Receiver as set fofortrth h in Minn.SStat. § 576.31 and sh ercially reasonable effforts to immmedediateelyly: a.surreender to RReceeivverr pphyys iicaal ppossseession of the Property; b.delivver to Receeivver aall reentts,,iisssues, profits,security deposits accounts, and all othher incomeme oorr momoninieses rrelelatatiningg toto tthehe Propertty; c.provvide Reeceiver with all keysy,,codes,,ppasssswordss, other access devic manuals relating to the Property; d.deliver to Receiver all information, assets (and titles thereto), records, computers, access codes, accounts, and cash in its possession, custody or relating to the operation, ownership or management of the Property, including, w limitation, operations files, maintenance files, employee records, insurance re contracts, leases, financial books and records, security deposits, credit-card re advance payments, bank accounts, savings accounts and checking accounts, inc without limitation all information electronically created, received or stored; e.deliver a list of the names and addresses of all current tenants P 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 13 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 11 or representatives, in connection with the operations of the Property on the date of this Order; g. hold in trust any and all payments, advances, accounts, tenant deposits, rents royalties, deposits, or other income in the possession of Borrower, its agents or representatives, in connection with the operations of the Property after the date of this Order, and the same shall not be negotiated and shall be turned over to Receiver in the original form in which they were received (i.e., cash, check, money order, or otherwise) within forty-eight hours of receipt; h. provide cooperation and assistance to Receiver in order to transition the management of the Property to Receiver so that Receiver can discharge its duties under this Order; and i. cooperate and assist Receiver so as to enable Receiver to assume and discharge its duties under this Order. 18. Receiver, in its discretion, may hire the Borrower’s employees whom Receiver deems reasonably necessary to assist in the leasing, protection, and preservation of the Property under such terms and conditions as Receiver deems advisable. Receiver will be not be bound by Borrower’s employment contracts, collective-bargaining agreements, or employment practices, policies or benefits. 19. Receiver may utilize, and Borrower shall deliver to Receiver, any and all of Borrower’s existing sales, use, leasing, and operating licenses and permits. 20. Receiver shall not be liable for Borrower’s debts and obligations. Liabilities incurred by Receiver in its capacity as receiver shall be liabilities of the receivership estate and not 27-CV-24-17289 royalties, deposits, or other income in the possession of Borrower, its age representatives, in connecctitionon wwitithh ththee opopereratatioionsns ooff ththe Propperty after the date Order, and the samme shall not be negotiated annd d shshalall be turneed over to Receiver original form in whhich thheyy wweree receieivevd d (i(i.e., cash,h cchheck, mmoney order, or othe within forty-eight hhours of receiiptt; h.provvide cooperattioon annd asssistaancce to Receiverr in order to transiti management of the Propertyty ttoo ReRececeiviverer ssoo ththatat RRececeiever can discharge its duties this Order; and i.cooperate and assist Receiver so as to enable Receiver to assum discharge its duties under this Order. 18.Receiver, in its discretion, may hire the Borrower’s employees whom Re reasonably necessary to assist in the leasing, protection, and preservation of the Pr such terms and conditions as Receiver deems advisable. Receiver will be not be bo wer’s employment contracts, collective-bargaining agreements, or employment pra s or benefits. 19.Receiver may utilize, and Borrower shall deliver to Receiver, any and wer’s existing sales, use, leasing, and operating licenses and permits. 20 R i h ll b li bl f B ’ d b d bli i Li 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 14 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 12 liabilities of Receiver or its employees or agents, as long as Receiver acts in accordance with this Court’s order. 21. Receiver shall be compensated as follows: Receivership: Monthly: $350 per hour Minimum of $3,500 Reimbursement of all out-of-pocket expenses In-House Counsel: $450 per hour Accounting:$500 per month Sale Coordination (with Court approval): 0.25% of gross sale price 22. Nothing contained in this Order limits any right or remedy available to Lender, including, but not limited to, Lender’s right to foreclose its Mortgage against the Property, foreclose out the tenants’ or occupants’ interest in the Property, or foreclose out the interests of third parties in the Property, as permitted by applicable law. 23. Upon Receiver’s request, the Sheriff of Hennepin County shall accompany Receiver while the Property is turned over to Receiver and shall assist Receiver to the extent necessary to allow Receiver to exercise its powers and carry out its duties under this Order in a safe and effective manner. 24. At the request of Lender, some or all of the personal property which is subject to Lender’s lien, including personal property owned by Borrower and located on the Property or connected therewith, shall be surrendered to Lender and Lender may take any action as provided by law, including, but not limited to, exercising its rights under Minnesota Statutes Section 336.9- 601, et seq., the terms of the Mortgage, and applicable law. Alternatively, at Lender’s request, Receiver may liquidate such personal property, with the prior written consent of Lender, and pay 27-CV-24-17289 Receivershhip: Monthly: $350 per hour MiMininimumumm ofof $$3,5000 Re mimbubursrsement of aall out-of-pocket exp In-House CCounssell:$4$450 pper hhouurr Accounting:$55000 perer mmononth Sale Coorddination (wiithh CCouurtt approval):: 0..255%% oof gross sale price 22.Nothing conntained inin tthihiss OrOrdederr lilimimitsts aanyny rrigight or remmedy available to L ng, but not limitedd to,LLender’s righgt to foreclose its Mortggage against the Pr se out the tenants’ or occupants’ interest in the Property, or foreclose out the inter arties in the Property, as permitted by applicable law. 23.Upon Receiver’s request, the Sheriff of Hennepin County shall acco er while the Property is turned over to Receiver and shall assist Receiver to the ary to allow Receiver to exercise its powers and carry out its duties under this Ord d effective manner. 24.At the request of Lender, some or all of the personal property which is sub r’s lien, including personal property owned by Borrower and located on the Prop ted therewith, shall be surrendered to Lender and Lender may take any action as pr ildi b liid ii i ih dMi S S i 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 15 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 13 the net proceeds to Lender. At the option of Lender, all or a portion of such personal property may be included in a foreclosure of the real estate pursuant to Minnesota Statute § 336.9-604 and other applicable law. 25. Notwithstanding the time limits set forth in Minn. Stat. § 576.42, Subd. 4(b), any stays set forth in Minn. Stat. § 576.42 Subd. 4(a)(1)-(2) shall continue for the length of the receivership or until further order of the Court. 26. Without first obtaining leave of this Court, all persons, including sheriff’s marshals, other officers, deputies, servants, agents, employees and attorneys are enjoined from: a. Commencing, prosecuting, continuing or enforcing any suit or proceeding in law, equity, or otherwise affecting the Property or any part of the Property in any forum other than this Court; b. Using self-help or executing or issuing or causing the execution or issuance of any court attachment, subpoena, replevin, execution, or other process for the purpose of impounding or taking possession of or exercising control over or interfering with or enforcing a judgment or lien upon any portion of the Property, wherever situated; c. Attempting to modify, cancel, or terminate any lease affecting the Property except pursuant to the express terms of such lease; d. Doing any act to interfere with the Receiver’s taking control, possession, or management of the Property, or to interfere in any manner with the exclusive jurisdiction of this Court over the Property; e. Engaging in any act to collect, assess, or recover a claim against the Property that arose before the appointment of the Receiver; and 27-CV-24-17289 25.Notwithstannding the time limits set forth in Minn. Stat.. § 576.42, Subd. 4(b et forth in Minn.SStat. §557676 4.422 SuSubdbd. 4(4(a)a)(1(1)-)(2(2)) shshalall contiinue for the length ership or until furtherr order of the Court. 26.Without first obtaiiniing g lleavave ofof tthihis CoCourt,, a llll p erersons, inncluding sheriff’s ma fficers, deputies, serrvants, agentss, emempployyees annd atttorneys are eenjoined from: a.Commmencing, prrosseccutting, coonttinnuiing or enforccing any suit or proc in law, equity, or otherwise aaffffecectitingng tthehe PProropepertrtyy oror aanyn part off the Property in an y other than this Courrt; b.Using self-help or executing or issuing or causing the execution or is of any court attachment, subpoena, replevin, execution, or other process for the purp impounding or taking possession of or exercising control over or interfering w enforcing a judgment or lien upon any portion of the Property, wherever situated; c.Attempting to modify, cancel, or terminate any lease affecting the Pr except pursuant to the express terms of such lease; d.Doing any act to interfere with the Receiver’s taking control, possess management of the Property, or to interfere in any manner with the exclusive juris of this Court over the Property; Eii ll li i 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 16 DMFIRM #414210123 v4 14 f. Exercising a set off of any debt owing to Borrower related to or arising out of the Property that arose before the appointment of the Receiver against any claim against the Property. IT IS SO ORDERED. BY THE COURT: Dated: The Honorable Judge Presiding 27-CV-24-17289 'HFHPEHU IT IS SO ORDEREED. BYBY TTHE CCOURT: The Honorrable Judge Presiding 'HFHPEHU Peralta, Nelson 2024.12.27 15:52:40 -06'00' 27-CV-24-17289 Filed in District Court State of Minnesota 12/27/2024 4:02 PM City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Title: Approve extension of Park Place East approvals - 5775 Wayzata Boulevard - Ward 4 Page 17 Meeting: City council Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Action agenda item: 7a Executive summary Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Recommended actions: • Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the 2026 final HRA levy • At $1,194,133 or • At $694,133. • Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the 2026 final EDA levy. • Motion to adopt resolution approving the 2026 budgets and authorizing the 2026 final property tax levy including: 1. A $1,194,133 HRA levy or 2. A $694,133 HRA levy. • Motion to adopt resolution approving the 2026-2035 capital improvement plan. Policy considerations: 1. Does council support the proposed 2026 budget as presented? The balanced budget consists of an "all-inclusive” preliminary levy increase of 7.49% for a total of $53,723,150 and includes the following components: a. General levies, park improvement, capital replacement and employee benefits, and debt service) equal to $52,154,017 b. Housing Redevelopment Authority (HRA) levy equal to $1,194,133 c. Economic Development Authority (EDA) levy equal to $375,000. 2. Does council wish to amend the proposed 2026 budget in order to lower the planned HRA levy to $694,133, resulting in an overall levy of $53,223,150 which represents a 6.49% all-inclusive increase in the levy from 2025? Summary: Recommendations in the 2026 proposed budget are based on maintaining high- quality services and advancing city priorities while also making best use of public dollars. Staff presented the council a recommended budget and corresponding all-inclusive levy increase of 8.02% over the summer of 2025. Staff received feedback that was generally supportive of the new spending items but uncomfortable with the all-inclusive levy increase as well as the impact to residential taxpayers as a result of the shift in taxable property value away from commercial properties. After adjustments were made to the budget, staff was able to lower the levy increase to 7.49%, which the council supported at a study session on Nov. 17, 2025. On Dec. 1, 2025, the council directed staff to also prepare an alternate HRA motion, lowering the HRA levy on a one-time basis by $500,000. Financial or budget considerations: The proposed tax levies support city services, capital improvements, and debt service obligations for fiscal year 2026. Strategic priority consideration: All. Supporting documents: Resolutions, 2026 Capital Improvement Plan, 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan Funding Summary Prepared by: Amelia Cruver, finance director Reviewed by: Tiffany Stephens, financial analyst; Cheyenne Brodeen, administrative services director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 2 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Discussion Background: 2026 Budget Roadmap Date Topics Issues and Decision Points June 16, 2025 Base Budget and Context • 2024 Actual versus Budget • 2025 decisions with trailing budgetary impacts • 2026 revenue projections • Personnel expense projections; Paid Family & Medical Leave • Employee Benefits Fund • Internal service funds change July 14, 2025 2024 Certified Annual Financial Report and Audit • 2024 financial performance • 2024 fund balances • Audit findings and corrective action plans Aug. 11, 2025 Operating Budget Proposal • New proposals for the 2026 operating budget, fund balances and levy implications Sept. 2, 2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Final Levy • Revised CIP 2026 – 2030 and budget implications • Complete levy recommendation • Projected levy impact by property type and quartile • Fee adoption Sept. 15, 2025 Levy adoption • Maximum levy adoption Oct. 20, 2025 TIF Management Plan update • Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district performance • TIF district recommended transfers and decertification, if any Mid- November 2025 Hennepin County mails Truth in Taxation property tax notices • Residents receive an estimate of their 2026 tax bill and information on the public hearing in December 2025 Nov. 17, 2025 Council report and discussion: Revised budget • Revisions to the budget and adjustments to the levy, as needed. In November 2025, the levy can only go down from the maximum set in September 2025 • Review the 2030-2034 CIP Dec. 1, 2025 Council report and public hearing: Truth in Taxation • Residents share feedback on the proposed 2026 budget Dec. 15, 2025 Council report, discussion and vote: Budget adoption • City council adopts the 2026 budget and CIP Council reports for the base, operating and capital budget discussions are linked below and provide context for decision making on each of those sections of the budget: • Base Budget June 16, 2025 • Operating Budget Aug. 11, 2025 • Capital Budget Sept. 2, 2025 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 3 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption • TIF management report Oct. 20, 2025 • Revised Budget Nov. 17, 2025 Proposed levy and five-year financial direction The table below shows the proposed 2026 all-inclusive levy by fund that includes all the changes that have been recommended in this report and reports from June 16 and Aug. 11, 2025, as well as the revisions discussed on Nov. 17, 2025. Fund FY2025 FY2026 $ Change % Change General 38,808,815 45,551,333 6,742,518 17.37% Debt Service 6,856,221 5,792,684 (1,063,537) -15.51% Development EDA 187,000 375,000 188,000 100.53% Park Improvement 510,000 410,000 (100,000) 19.61% Affordable Housing Trust 1,194,133 1,194,133 - 0.00% Employee Benefits 200,000 400,000 200,000 100.00% Capital Fund: Municipal Building & Infrastructure 685,031 - (685,031) -100.00% Capital Fund: Technology 1,538,465 - (1,538,465) -100.00% Total 49,979,665 53,723,150 3,743,485 7.49% The above budget accomplishes the following goals: • Fully funds implementation of the new Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave for all city employees. • Funds a balanced budget in the Employee Benefit, Municipal Building and Technology funds. Bringing in enough revenue to cover planned spending in a given year means future cash transfers will not be needed, putting less pressure on the city’s cash reserves and ensuring large increases in the levy are not needed in future years. • Supports the operation of a brush management site in 2026 free of charge to residents. • Supports the operation of a concession stand in the Rec Center during winter months so that visitors feel comfortable and welcomed while participating in recreational activities at the city. • Begins a multi-year plan to fully fund activity in the city’s Climate Investment Fund in an ongoing way using the property tax levy. • Uses analysis capabilities from our new budgeting software to right-size budgets in multiple areas, including increases to budgeted overtime, to reflect actual spending and reductions in historically underspent funds. • Offsets increased spending on programs and staff with over $200,000 in reductions to department budgets. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 4 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption The below five-year outlook contains the following assumptions: • General fund expenses and levy increasing by 5% each year to account for personnel and mandatory spending increasing with inflation. • The debt service levy includes projected costs for existing debt and forecasted debt payments that assume bonding of $4.5 million each year to support capital projects. • A gradual increase in the Park Improvement levy as fund balance is spent down on park improvement projects. Fund FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 General 45,551,333 47,828,900 50,220,345 52,731,362 55,367,930 Debt Service 5,792,684 6,525,902 7,070,122 7,529,453 7,238,676 Development EDA 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 Park Improvement 410,000 510,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 Affordable Housing Trust 1,194,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 Employee Benefits 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 Total 53,723,150 56,833,935 59,859,600 62,929,948 65,375,739 $ Increase 3,743,485 3,110,785 3,025,665 3,070,348 2,445,791 % Increase 7.49% 5.79% 5.32% 5.13% 3.89% *Note: the Economic Development Authority (EDA) levy is deposited in the Development EDA fund and the HRA levy is deposited in the Affordable Housing Trust Fund. On Dec. 1, 2025, the city council held its annual Truth in Taxation hearing where residents are invited to share feedback on the proposed budget and property tax increase. Council members inquired about lowering the HRA levy by $500,000 in 2026 as a response to two factors: • Residence expressions of hardship faced by increased taxes amid other increasing costs • Information received by staff in late November that revenues into the Affordable Housing Trust Fund would not be monitored as a condition for receiving state Local Affordable Housing Aid. Cities receiving this aid will instead need to show a consistent spending level on affordable housing activities. Below is an analysis of the impacts of that change on the city and residents to inform decision making. The levy and budget advanced on Nov. 17 is referred to as “$1.2M HRA Levy” throughout this report. The proposal that reduces the HRA levy by $500,000 is referred to as “$700K HRA Levy”. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 5 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Present considerations: Impact to the property tax levy and the median value homeowner $1.2M HRA Levy: With a 7.49% levy increase, the median homeowner would see an increase in their city portion of their property tax bill of approximately 8.6%: • Annual increase of $153.83 • Monthly increase of $12.82 $700K HRA Levy: With a 6.49% levy increase, the median homeowner would see an increase in their city portion of their property tax bill of approximately 7.6%: • Annual increase of $135.86 • Monthly increase of $11.32 This equates to a total difference of $18/year for the median homeowner. Levy breakdown by options • $1.2M HRA Levy: The levy endorsed by the city council after the study session discussion on Nov. 17, 2025, held the HRA levy flat and supported a 7.49% all-inclusive city increase. Fund FY2025 FY2026 $ Change % Change General 38,808,815 45,551,333 6,742,518 17.37% Debt Service 6,856,221 5,792,684 -1,063,537 -15.51% Development EDA 187,000 375,000 188,000 100.53% Park Improvement 510,000 410,000 -100,000 -19.61% Affordable Housing Trust 1,194,133 1,194,133 - 0.00% Employee Benefits 200,000 400,000 200,000 100.00% Capital Funds - Municipal Bldg. & Infrastructure 685,031 - -685,031 -100.00% Technology 1,538,465 - -1,538,465 -100.00% Total 49,979,665 53,723,150 3,743,485 7.49% City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 6 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption • $700K HRA Levy: The levy advocated for at the Dec. 1, 2025, council meeting would reduce the HRA levy by $500,000 in 2026 and result in a 6.49% all-inclusive city increase. Fund FY2025 FY2026 $ Change % Change General 38,808,815 45,551,333 6,742,518 17.37% Debt Service 6,856,221 5,792,684 -1,063,537 -15.51% Development EDA 187,000 375,000 188,000 100.53% Park Improvement 510,000 410,000 -100,000 -19.61% Affordable Housing Trust 1,194,133 694,133 -500,000 -41.87% Employee Benefits 200,000 400,000 200,000 100.00% Capital Funds - Municipal Bldg. & Infrastructure 685,031 - -685,031 -100.00% Technology 1,538,465 - -1,538,465 -100.00% Total 49,979,665 53,223,150 3,243,485 6.49% Long-term financial planning: The Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) A few financial principles to consider when thinking about the HRA levy: • To maintain Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA), the city must maintain our current level of spending in the AHTF. Looking at the long-term health of the AHTF will be an important step before proposing levy reductions, especially in years when larger construction or acquisition projects are budgeted that would reduce the existing fund balance. • The AHTF has grown quickly in recent years as a result of transfers from TIF districts. A large percentage of this revenue has been pooled TIF from our expiring special legislation. We expect $1.4M to be transferred in in 2026, but after that, the level of transfers will decrease significantly, making the levy an important source of revenue for the fund. • Maintaining a significant fund balance in the AHTF allows flexibility and agility to respond to opportunities and needs that are unbudgeted. This can include, but is not limited to, acquiring property for future affordable housing development, providing gap funding to facilitate affordable projects, and responding to emergency needs (e.g., emergency rent assistance during the pandemic. It is important that a long-range plan is put in place if there are any reductions to the levy that ensures there is enough funding in the AHTF to maintain spending levels and avoid a sharp increase in the levy in future years. If we were to drop the levy by $500,000 (close to a levy percentage point), we should be mindful that if we need to increase the levy back to the current level, that will add a percentage point to a future levy increase in addition to regular inflationary increases to the levy. Below are two scenarios for maintaining a healthy fund while avoiding large, unplanned increases in the property tax levy. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 7 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption One-time cut, larger increase in 2027 Fund FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 General 45,551,333 47,828,900 50,220,345 52,731,362 55,367,930 Debt Service 5,792,684 6,525,902 7,070,122 7,529,453 7,238,676 Development EDA 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 Park Improvement 410,000 510,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 Affordable Housing Trust 694,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 Employee Benefits 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 Total 53,223,150 56,833,935 59,859,600 62,929,948 65,375,739 $ Increase 3,243,485 3,610,785 3,025,665 3,070,348 2,445,791 % Increase 6.49% 6.78% 5.32% 5.13% 3.89% This scenario would bring the levy back up to 2025 levels in 2027, resulting in a larger than typical beginning levy increase in 2027 but would only spend down $500,000 in cash balance as a result of the temporary lowering of the levy. There would likely be little room in the 2027 budget for any new spending without all-inclusive levy increases higher than 7%. Gradual rebuild, more use of fund balance Fund FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 General 45,551,333 47,828,900 50,220,345 52,731,362 55,367,930 Debt Service 5,792,684 6,525,902 7,070,122 7,529,453 7,238,676 Development EDA 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 Park Improvement 410,000 510,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 Affordable Housing Trust 694,133 794,133 894,133 994,133 1,194,133 Employee Benefits 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 Total 53,223,150 56,433,935 59,559,600 62,729,948 65,375,739 $ Increase 3,243,485 3,210,785 3,125,665 3,170,348 2,645,791 % Increase 6.49% 6.03% 5.54% 5.32% 4.22% City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 8 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption This path forward would spread the levy increase out over four years, resulting in lower annual increases. The tradeoff is more spending down of the AHTF cash balance while the revenue returns to the typical level. Cash balances would be reduced by between $1.3M and 1.5M depending on the level of program spending that occurs in the next five years. Long-term impact to AHTF activities and outcomes The nature of the work supported by the AHTF is often fluid, and opportunities or needs cannot always be fully anticipated or incorporated into the annual budget. Maintaining a healthy fund balance is essential to ensure the city can respond quickly to emerging opportunities, address urgent needs, and support affordable housing activities, preservation and new development projects. Even a substantial balance can be drawn down rapidly with only a few unplanned events. For example, a valued community affordable housing partner recently notified staff of an anticipated request for an AHTF loan to address an approximately $1 million financing gap for a rehabilitation and expansion project. Other recent examples include emergency rental assistance during the pandemic and sudden increases in demand for the city’s down-payment assistance program. Affordable housing development projects frequently require $1 million or more in local support, particularly for projects that include more deeply affordable or family-sized units. These projects often arise with little advance notice and can take several years to assemble financing, making long-term budgeting difficult. A strong AHTF balance ensures resources are available to continue to support affordable housing activities and to be prepared when critical opportunities arise. Historically, the city council has chosen to utilize all available funding mechanisms to maintain a stable and reliable AHTF balance. Historically, the primary revenue sources for the AHTF are pooled tax increment for affordable housing and the HRA levy. Pooled tax increment is a limited and variable resource, available only when a TIF district has fulfilled its financial obligations and has excess increment to allocate. In contrast, the HRA levy provides a consistent, ongoing revenue stream that can be used flexibly to sustain a healthy fund balance capable of meeting the city’s affordable housing needs. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 9 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Resolution No. 25 - ___ Authorizing the final HRA levy for 2026 Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.090 to 469.108 (the “EDA Act”), the city council of the City of St. Louis Park created the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority ( the "Authority"); and Whereas, pursuant to the EDA Act, the city council granted to the Authority all of the powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority under the provisions of the Minnesota Statutes, sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the "HRA Act"); and Whereas, Section 469.033, subdivision 6 of the Act authorizes the Authority to levy a tax upon all taxable property within the city to be expended for the purposes authorized by the HRA Act; and Whereas, such levy may be in an amount not to exceed 0.0185 percent of estimated market value of the city; and Whereas, the Authority has filed its budget for the special benefit levy in accordance with the budget procedures of the city in the amount of $1,194,133; and Whereas, based upon such budgets the Authority will levy all or such portion of the authorized levy as it deems necessary and proper, Now therefore be it resolved by the St. Louis Park City Council: 1. That approval is hereby given for the Authority to levy, for taxes payable in 2026, such tax upon the taxable property of the city as the Authority may determine, subject to the limitations contained in the HRA Act. Reviewed for administration:    Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025:                    Kim Keller, city manager    Nadia Mohamed, mayor         Attest:                         Melissa Kennedy, city clerk      City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 10 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Resolution No. 25 - ___ Authorizing the final HRA levy for 2026 Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.090 to 469.108 (the “EDA Act”), the city council of the City of St. Louis Park created the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority ( the "Authority"); and Whereas, pursuant to the EDA Act, the city council granted to the Authority all of the powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority under the provisions of the Minnesota Statutes, sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the "HRA Act"); and Whereas, Section 469.033, subdivision 6 of the Act authorizes the Authority to levy a tax upon all taxable property within the city to be expended for the purposes authorized by the HRA Act; and Whereas, such levy may be in an amount not to exceed 0.0185 percent of estimated market value of the city; and Whereas, the Authority has filed its budget for the special benefit levy in accordance with the budget procedures of the city in the amount of $694,133; and Whereas, based upon such budgets the Authority will levy all or such portion of the authorized levy as it deems necessary and proper, Now therefore be it resolved by the St. Louis Park City Council: 2. That approval is hereby given for the Authority to levy, for taxes payable in 2026, such tax upon the taxable property of the city as the Authority may determine, subject to the limitations contained in the HRA Act. Reviewed for administration:    Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025:                    Kim Keller, city manager    Nadia Mohamed, mayor         Attest:                         Melissa Kennedy, city clerk      City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 11 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Resolution No. 25 - ___ Authorizing the 2026 Final Tax Levy for Economic Development Authority Purposes pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.107 Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.090 through 469.1082, as amended ( the “ Act”), the city established the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority the EDA”); and Whereas, Section 469.107, subdivision 1 of the Act authorizes the city, at the request of the EDA, to levy and collect a tax of up to 0.01813% of the estimated market value of taxable property within the city, levied upon all taxable real property within the city, for economic development purposes; and Whereas, the EDA has requested that the city approve such a levy in the amount of $375,000 and the city finds that such a levy is in the best interest of the city and EDA because it will facilitate economic development, Now therefore be it, resolved that the city council hereby approves the levy of a tax for economic development purposes pursuant to Section 469.107, subdivision 1 of the Act in the amount equal to $375,000 with respect to taxes payable in calendar year 2026. Reviewed for administration:    Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025:                    Kim Keller, city manager    Nadia Mohamed, mayor         Attest:                         Melissa Kennedy, city clerk      City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 12 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Resolution No. 25 - ___ Adopting the 2026 general fund budget, other 2026 budgets, authorizing the 2026 final property tax levy, and adopting the 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is required by Charter and State law to approve a resolution setting forth an annual tax levy to the Hennepin County Auditor; and Whereas, Minnesota Statutes currently in force require approval of a property tax levy and a budget in December of each year; and Whereas, the city council has received the budget information; and Whereas, the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, has received a report from the chief financial officer related to proposed capital spending for 2026 - 2035; and Whereas, it is necessary for the city to maintain and replace its capital assets in order to enhance the city’ s attractiveness to residents and businesses; and Whereas, good planning is a necessary part of the stewardship that the city council and staff exercise over the capital assets of the city; Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, that the 2026 General Fund Budget and 2026 Budgets are adopted as presented; and Be it further resolved that there are enough dollars in the debt service funds for 2014A and 2016A issuances to make full payments in 2026 with the lowered debt service levy below. Summary of Budgeted Revenues, General Fund General Fund Revenues by type 2026 Final Proposed Budget Local Revenues & Local Sales, total 56,406,202 Property Tax 46,962,146 License and Permits 4,473,658 Charges for Services 3,801,243 Miscellaneous Revenue 1,155,280 Fines and Forfeitures 13,875 Other Financing Sources 2,737,240 State Revenues 2,534,345 Non-State/Non-Federal Revenues Aid/Grants 1,070,609 Federal Revenues 267,000 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 13 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Use of Fund Balance 300,000 Sale of Fixed Assets/Surplus equipment, Insurance Recovery and Judgment 6,000 Total 63,321,396 Revenues, All Funds Revenues by fund, excluding transfers* 2026 Proposed Final Budget General 60,584,156 Housing Rehabilitation 803,743 Debt Service 7,655,704 Development EDA 3,564,599 Permanent Improvement Revolving 0 Capital Fund 17,361,999 Cable Television 536,817 Community Development (CDBG) 0 Special Service Districts 318,138 Affordable Housing Trust 9,641,000 Climate Investment 200,000 Opioid Settlement 30,000 Water 14,902,945 Sewer 11,731,282 Solid Waste 7,726,670 Storm Water 5,982,025 Employee Benefits 400,000 Property Casualty 995,934 Vehicles & Equipment 2,428,000 Municipal Building and Infrastructure 2,465,500 Technology 2,821,876 COVID Fund 0 Total 150,150,388 *This table excludes the redevelopment funds as they account for active TIF districts that are governed by their individual agreements authorized by the EDA. The table also excludes transfers between funds to avoid artificially inflating the total revenues into the city. Summary of Budgeted Expenditures, General Fund General fund spending by department 2026 Proposed Final Budget General Fund Citywide 2,690,476 Administrative Services 7,823,118 Community Development 2,851,446 Communication & Technology 3,622,913 Police 16,458,631 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 14 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Fire 7,105,885 Building & Energy 4,199,830 Public Works 3,940,382 Engineering 1,178,534 Parks & Recreation 13,450,181 Total 63,321,396 Expenditures, all funds Expenditures by fund, excluding transfers* 2026 Final Proposed Budget General 63,166,396 Housing Rehabilitation 53,000 Debt Service 8,290,767 Development EDA 3,526,780 Permanent Improvement Revolving 0 Capital Fund 17,436,999 Cable Television 536,817 Community Development (CDBG) 0 Special Service Districts 348,138 Affordable Housing Trust 9,641,000 Climate Investment 250,000 Water 14,092,484 Sewer 10,642,608 Solid Waste 7,448,988 Storm Water 5,575,101 Employee Benefits 400,000 Property Casualty 995,934 Vehicles & Equipment 2,428,000 Municipal Building and Infrastructure 2,465,500 Technology 2,821,876 COVID Fund 0 Opioid Fund 30,000 Total 150,150,388 *This table excludes the redevelopment funds as they account for active TIF districts that are governed by their individual agreements authorized by the EDA. The table also excludes transfers between funds to avoid artificially inflating the total revenues into the city. Interfund Transfers 2026 Final Proposed Budget Revenues, Total 3,632,303 Transfers In (Transfer from Sewer Utility Fund) 1,088,674 Transfers In (Transfer from General Fund) 155,000 Transfers In (Transfer from Water Utility Fund) 810,461 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 15 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Transfers In (Transfer from Housing Rehab Fund) 750,743 Transfers In (Transfer from Storm Water Utility Fund) 406,924 Transfers In (Transfer from Solid Waste Utility Fund) 277,682 Transfers In (Transfer from Development EDA Fund) 37,819 Transfer In (Transfer from 2014A GO) 105,000 Expenses, Total 3,632,303 Transfers Out (Transfer to General Fund) 2,737,240 Transfers Out (Transfer to 2022B GO Bond Fund) 362,978 Transfers Out (Transfer to 2019C TXBL Go HIA) 291,535 Transfers Out (Transfer to 2012A GO Bond Fund) 85,550 Transfers Out (Transfer to Park Improvement Fund) 75,000 Transfers Out (Transfer to Special Services Dist 1) 30,000 Transfers Out (Transfer to Climate Investment Fund 50,000 Be it further resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, that the following sums of money be levied in 2025, collectible in 2026, upon the taxable property in said City of St. Louis Park for the following purposes: Tax Capacity Based Levy 2025 Adopted Budget 2026 Final Proposed Budget General Fund 38,808,815 45,551,333 Debt Service levy 6,856,220 5,792,684 HRA levy (Affordable Housing Trust (AHTF) Fund) 1,194,133 1,194,133 Technology 1,538,465 0 Park Improvement Fund 510,000 410,000 Municipal Building and Infrastructure 685,031 0 Employee Benefits 200,000 400,000 EDA levy 187,000 375,000 Total 49,979,664 53,723,150 Be it further resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, that: 1. The 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Plan as presented is hereby adopted. 2. The city manager is authorized to purchase or undertake the items included in the fiscal year 2026 funded portion of the plan as allowed by the city charter and state statutes. City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 16 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption 3. All purchases required to be competitively bid must come before the city council for final approval. Reviewed for administration:    Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025:                    Kim Keller, city manager    Nadia Mohamed, mayor         Attest:                         Melissa Kennedy, city clerk      City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 17 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Resolution No. 25 - ___ Adopting the 2026 general fund budget, other 2026 budgets, authorizing the 2026 final property tax levy, and adopting the 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is required by Charter and State law to approve a resolution setting forth an annual tax levy to the Hennepin County Auditor; and Whereas, Minnesota Statutes currently in force require approval of a property tax levy and a budget in December of each year; and Whereas, the city council has received the budget information; and Whereas, the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, has received a report from the chief financial officer related to proposed capital spending for 2026 - 2035; and Whereas, it is necessary for the city to maintain and replace its capital assets in order to enhance the city’ s attractiveness to residents and businesses; and Whereas, good planning is a necessary part of the stewardship that the city council and staff exercise over the capital assets of the city; Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, that the 2026 General Fund Budget and 2026 Budgets are adopted as presented; and Be it further resolved that there are enough dollars in the debt service funds for 2014A and 2016A issuances to make full payments in 2026 with the lowered debt service levy below. Summary of Budgeted Revenues, General Fund General Fund Revenues by type 2026 Final Proposed Budget Local Revenues & Local Sales, total 56,406,202 Property Tax 46,962,146 License and Permits 4,473,658 Charges for Services 3,801,243 Miscellaneous Revenue 1,155,280 Fines and Forfeitures 13,875 Other Financing Sources 2,737,240 State Revenues 2,534,345 Non-State/Non-Federal Revenues Aid/Grants 1,070,609 Federal Revenues 267,000 Use of Fund Balance 300,000 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 18 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Sale of Fixed Assets/Surplus equipment, Insurance Recovery and Judgment 6,000 Total 63,321,396 Revenues, All Funds Revenues by fund, excluding transfers* 2026 Proposed Final Budget General 60,584,156 Housing Rehabilitation 803,743 Debt Service 7,655,704 Development EDA 3,564,599 Permanent Improvement Revolving 0 Capital Fund 17,361,999 Cable Television 536,817 Community Development (CDBG) 0 Special Service Districts 318,138 Affordable Housing Trust 9,141,000 Climate Investment 200,000 Opioid Settlement 30,000 Water 14,902,945 Sewer 11,731,282 Solid Waste 7,726,670 Storm Water 5,982,025 Employee Benefits 400,000 Property Casualty 995,934 Vehicles & Equipment 2,428,000 Municipal Building and Infrastructure 2,465,500 Technology 2,821,876 COVID Fund 0 Total 150,150,388 *This table excludes the redevelopment funds as they account for active TIF districts that are governed by their individual agreements authorized by the EDA. The table also excludes transfers between funds to avoid artificially inflating the total revenues into the city. Summary of Budgeted Expenditures, General Fund General fund spending by department 2026 Proposed Final Budget General Fund Citywide 2,690,476 Administrative Services 7,823,118 Community Development 2,851,446 Communication & Technology 3,622,913 Police 16,458,631 Fire 7,105,885 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 19 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Building & Energy 4,199,830 Public Works 3,940,382 Engineering 1,178,534 Parks & Recreation 13,450,181 Total 63,321,396 Expenditures, all funds Expenditures by fund, excluding transfers* 2026 Final Proposed Budget General 63,166,396 Housing Rehabilitation 53,000 Debt Service 8,290,767 Development EDA 3,526,780 Permanent Improvement Revolving 0 Capital Fund 17,436,999 Cable Television 536,817 Community Development (CDBG) 0 Special Service Districts 348,138 Affordable Housing Trust 9,641,000 Climate Investment 250,000 Water 14,092,484 Sewer 10,642,608 Solid Waste 7,448,988 Storm Water 5,575,101 Employee Benefits 400,000 Property Casualty 995,934 Vehicles & Equipment 2,428,000 Municipal Building and Infrastructure 2,465,500 Technology 2,821,876 COVID Fund 0 Opioid Fund 30,000 Total 150,150,388 *This table excludes the redevelopment funds as they account for active TIF districts that are governed by their individual agreements authorized by the EDA. The table also excludes transfers between funds to avoid artificially inflating the total revenues into the city. Interfund Transfers 2026 Final Proposed Budget Revenues, Total 3,632,303 Transfers In (Transfer from Sewer Utility Fund) 1,088,674 Transfers In (Transfer from General Fund) 155,000 Transfers In (Transfer from Water Utility Fund) 810,461 Transfers In (Transfer from Housing Rehab Fund) 750,743 Transfers In (Transfer from Storm Water Utility Fund) 406,924 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 20 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Transfers In (Transfer from Solid Waste Utility Fund) 277,682 Transfers In (Transfer from Development EDA Fund) 37,819 Transfer In (Transfer from 2014A GO) 105,000 Expenses, Total 3,632,303 Transfers Out (Transfer to General Fund) 2,737,240 Transfers Out (Transfer to 2022B GO Bond Fund) 362,978 Transfers Out (Transfer to 2019C TXBL Go HIA) 291,535 Transfers Out (Transfer to 2012A GO Bond Fund) 85,550 Transfers Out (Transfer to Park Improvement Fund) 75,000 Transfers Out (Transfer to Special Services Dist 1) 30,000 Transfers Out (Transfer to Climate Investment Fund 50,000 Be it further resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, that the following sums of money be levied in 2025, collectible in 2026, upon the taxable property in said City of St. Louis Park for the following purposes: Tax Capacity Based Levy 2025 Adopted Budget 2026 Final Proposed Budget General Fund 38,808,815 45,551,333 Debt Service levy 6,856,220 5,792,684 HRA levy (Affordable Housing Trust (AHTF) Fund) 1,194,133 694,133 Technology 1,538,465 0 Park Improvement Fund 510,000 410,000 Municipal Building and Infrastructure 685,031 0 Employee Benefits 200,000 400,000 EDA levy 187,000 375,000 Total 49,979,664 53,223,150 Be it further resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, that: 1. The 2026-2035 Capital Improvement Plan as presented is hereby adopted. 2. The city manager is authorized to purchase or undertake the items included in the fiscal year 2026 funded portion of the plan as allowed by the city charter and state statutes. 3. All purchases required to be competitively bid must come before the city council for final approval. Reviewed for administration:    Adopted by the city council December 15, 2025:        City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Page 21 Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption             Kim Keller, city manager    Nadia Mohamed, mayor         Attest:                         Melissa Kennedy, city clerk      5yr CIP by Fund Filtered by Amount is greater than or equal to $1.00 Period Name equals "2026", or equals "2027", or equals "2028", or equals "2029", or equals "2030" Account Type equals "ex" Period Year : Fiscal Years Amo u n t 40281100 - MSA Street- Oxford & Louisiana infrastructure investment E - XX01 - Annual Equipment Replacement Program 40287000 - County - Minnetonka Blvd (Xylon to TH100) 40241100 - MSA Street - Cedar Lake Road & Louisiana Ave 40261000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 4) 40291050 - CI Street- Wayzata-Zarthan- 16th corridor project 40271000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 5) 40281000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 6) 40301000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 8) 40291000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 7) 40307000 - County - Minnetonka Blvd (Chippewa Rd to Aquila) MSA Clean up 33250007 - MSC Roofing Replacement Police - Software Technology - Hardware 40274000 - Storm - Ainsworth Park improvements 40301050 -CI Street -West end area 25250201 A ti P k C iti l M i t 1/10 FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 $0 $10M $20M $30M $40M Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 Amount $32,561,274.00 $31,784,105.00 $35,915,638.00 $41,941,569.00 $29,487,671.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 1 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 22 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 53275003 - Water Treatment Plant Rehab, WTP10 $600,000.00 36280001 - WW Security Camera Replacement $75,000.00 13275019 - WW Camera Addition $50,000.00 24305001 - Rec Center Parking Lot Resurface $350,000.00 40273100 - Sanitary sewer - Oregon LS #7 $1,250,000.00 Aquatic Park - Upgrade Maintenance Needed $213,000.00 33280001 - MSC Office Remodel $250,000.00 Police - Vehicle Radios $90,000.00 $90,000.00 40261200 - Street - Mill and Overlay (Area 2)$221,600.00 40301000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 8) $7,705,000.00 34290002 - FS 1 & 2 Office Furniture Replacement $100,000.00 40284000 - Storm - Park Glen water quality improvements $20,000.00 $137,000.00 24255010 - Rec Center Arena (West) Roof $1,300,000.00 40293000 - Sanitary sewer - Lining $658,000.00 Westwood lower park building outdoor restroom remodel $25,000.00 53265002 - Water Well Rehab (SLP4)$90,000.00 24305002 - Rec Center HVAC Upgrades $250,000.00 13995025 - Rec/ROC Camera Replacement $58,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 2 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 23 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 25250201 - Aquatic Park - Critical Maintenance $400,000.00 $1,508,000.00 40290003 - Concrete replacement $461,440.00 Fire - Software $55,550.00 $55,550.00 $55,550.00 $55,550.00 $55,550.00 27296601 - ROC Restrooms $250,000.00 40301200 - Street - Mill and Overlay (Area 6)$400,900.00 40280003 - Concrete replacement $445,760.00 27286604 - ROC Turf Replacement $95,000.00 21994205 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Nelson Park $70,000.00 Fire - Mechanical CPR Device $37,500.00 $42,500.00 13995007 Fire/Police Dispatch Voice Recorders $85,000.00 24295002 - Rec Center Lobby Tile $300,000.00 40270003 - Concrete replacement $430,080.00 53295003 - Forcemain Replacement $150,000.00 21992401 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Hampshire Park $70,000.00 40283000 - Sanitary sewer- Lining $643,000.00 E - XX01 - Annual Equipment Replacement Program $3,702,632.00 $2,258,232.00 $2,314,688.00 $2,372,555.00 $2,431,869.00 Communications & Tech - Software $552,340.00 40260003 - Concrete replacement $414,400.00 24275003 - Rec Center Cooling Tower Replacement $250,000.00 50274102 - Operations Capital Improvement Fund $500,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 3 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 24 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 40252000 - CTP Bikeway, Sidewalk, Trail $300,000.00 40291050 - CI Street- Wayzata- Zarthan- 16th corridor project $1,762,500.00 $2,255,200.00 $4,509,800.00 50264103 - Operations Capital Improvement Fund $500,000.00 Engineering - Software $33,589.00 $26,989.00 $26,989.00 $26,989.00 $26,989.00 40273000 - Sanitary sewer- Lining $626,000.00 Webster Park $260,000.00 $470,000.00 50284102 - Operations Capital Improvement Fund $500,000.00 40284200- Storm - Filter maintenance $167,860.00 20250002 - Flock License Plate Readers $28,000.00 $28,000.00 $28,000.00 $28,000.00 $28,000.00 11201014 - Cable - Playback Systems $100,000.00 21990301 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Aquila Park $100,000.00 35290001 - RC Banquet/Gallery AV Replacement $80,000.00 40284000 - Storm- Shelard basin rehabilitation $20,000.00 $158,000.00 40291500 - Alley construction $48,000.00 $501,000.00 40263000 - Sanitary sewer- Lining $610,000.00 34280001 - FS 1 & 2 Boilers Replacement $80,000.00 32280001 - PD Locker Replacement $100,000.00 40281500 - Alley construction $44,000.00 $460,000.00 40271500 - Alley construction $55,000.00 $573,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 4 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 25 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 40304000 - Storm - Hampshire & Otten Pond rehab $50,800.00 $533,400.00 21279903 - Park Building Upgrades-Electric furnaces $200,000.00 50294103 - Operations Capital Improvement Fund $500,000.00 21991503 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Cedarhurst Park $70,000.00 21261801 - Dakota Park LED Baseball Field Light & Pole Rplcmt $345,000.00 40261500 - Alley construction $612,000.00 Admin Services - Software $406,875.00 $347,832.00 $347,832.00 $347,832.00 $347,831.00 40241100 - MSA Street - Cedar Lake Road & Louisiana Ave $9,262,629.00 Building & Energy - Software $212,833.00 $133,341.00 $133,341.00 $133,341.00 $133,341.00 40291000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 7) $6,624,000.00 40271000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 5) $8,188,000.00 40287000 - County - Minnetonka Blvd (Xylon to TH100) $5,714,340.00 $5,714,340.00 40281000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 6) $8,140,390.00 40261000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 4) $8,924,000.00 40301050 - CI Street - West end area $2,105,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 5 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 26 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 33270001 - MSC Gate Replacement $225,000.00 40281100 - MSA Street- Oxford & Louisiana infrastructure investment $200,000.00 $2,068,500.00 $4,581,000.00 $8,888,000.00 31234261 - Condition Assessment - FS 1&2, MSC $50,000.00 21993601 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Louisiana Oaks Park $105,000.00 40300003 - Concrete replacement $477,120.00 36300003 - WHNC HVAC Controls Replacement $50,000.00 25280201 - Rec Center Aquatic Park Pump Replacement $75,000.00 Technology - Hardware $599,874.00 $459,316.00 $536,105.00 $825,418.00 $133,756.00 Public Works - Software $200,000.00 $200,000.00 $200,000.00 $200,000.00 $200,000.00 37270001 - RC Office Remodel, 2027 $140,000.00 21991801 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Dakota Park $70,000.00 21994402 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Oak Hill Park (Tot eqpt) $70,000.00 34290001 - FS 1 & 2 Air Conditioning Replacement $300,000.00 21991712 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Parkview Park $70,000.00 Police - CAD/RMS/Mobile Suite $650,000.00 33260004 - MSC Rooftop Solar Install $300,000.00 53285002 - Water Treatment Plant Rehab, WTP1 $850,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 6 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 27 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 34260002 - FS 1 Training Tower Modifications $50,000.00 Police - Public Safety Portable Radios $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 21269901 - Park Parking Lot Resurface, 2026 $100,000.00 21299901 - Park Parking Lot Resurface, 2029 $100,000.00 32260003 - PD Range Targeting System Replacement $160,000.00 21271101 - Carpenter Park LED Ballfield Replacement Pole/lte $225,000.00 24295004 - Rec Center Arena (West) Entry Doors $200,000.00 40301500 - Alley construction $48,000.00 $504,000.00 34250003 - FS 1 Decontamination Laundry Install $350,000.00 31300001 - CH Council Remodel $100,000.00 37290001 - RC Office Remodel, 2029 $140,000.00 32270002 - PD AC Replacement $100,000.00 40288001 - MnDOT - TH 100 & CSAH 3 intersection improvements (SP 2734-60) $660,000.00 Fire - Structural Firefighting PPE $140,000.00 21281301 - Cedar Knoll Park - Carlson Field LED replacement $300,000.00 40274000 - Storm - Ainsworth Park improvements $265,500.00 $1,947,000.00 53305001 - Water Treatment Plant Rehab $750,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 7 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 28 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 32270001 - PD Exterior Masonry Maintenance $65,000.00 33250007 - MSC Roofing Replacement $3,000,000.00 Police - Data Integration Software $55,000.00 $55,000.00 $55,000.00 $55,000.00 $55,000.00 Franchise Fees - Clean up $181,865.00 $745,950.00 $315,800.00 53295002 - Water Well Rehab (SLP14)$105,000.00 21996403 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Wolfe Park (tot)$70,000.00 21275801 - Court Recon+Hoop - Twin Lakes Park Basketball $50,000.00 53265003 - Water Well Rehab (SLP15)$75,000.00 21996401 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Wolfe Park (big eqpt) $120,000.00 31260005 - CH 1st & 3rd Floor Window and Blind Replace $210,000.00 24285004 - Rec Center Generator Replacement $500,000.00 Community Development - Software $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 Facilities - City Hall Critical Maintenance $1,325,000.00 21999907 - Trail Restoration $125,000.00 53295004 - GAC Replacement (WTP1)$115,000.00 53265006 - Water Treatment Plant Rehab, WTP6 $460,000.00 31234263 - Citywide Access Control System Replacement $100,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 8 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 29 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 21994403 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Oak Hill Park (Big eqpt) $105,000.00 MSA Clean up $272.00 $1,881,633.00 $3,015,789.00 11231014 - Cable - Broadcast Upgrade $225,000.00 21992801 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Jorvig Park $70,000.00 40303000 - Sanitary sewer - Lining $674,000.00 53285001 - Water Well Rehab (SLP13)$165,000.00 21990711 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Blackstone Park $70,000.00 53265005 - SCADA Server Replacement $100,000.00 32710001 - PD Roof Replacement $500,000.00 40271050 - CI Street - Excelsior & Grand area $1,403,000.00 21299902 - Park Hockey Rink LED Light Replacement $112,000.00 33280003 - MSC Security Fence Install $50,000.00 24275004 - Rec Center Arena (East) Dehumidification $250,000.00 22999901 - Tree Replacement (80% Blvd + 20% Parks) $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 $100,000.00 32260001 - PD Exterior Bullet Resistant Glass Installation $250,000.00 25270204 - Rec Center Aquatic Park Feature(s)$100,000.00 24275001 - Rec Center Restroom Plumbing $150,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 9 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 30 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 24265003 - Dasher Board Repairs $75,000.00 Westwood boardwalk/trail/amenities replacement and repair $35,000.00 $35,000.00 $35,000.00 32280003 - PD Solar Install $300,000.00 Fire - Cardiac Monitors $67,000.00 40298000 - MnDOT - I-394 & Xenia/Park Place (SP 2789-202) $782,100.00 40291200 - Street - Mill and Overlay (Area 5)$1,350,400.00 Parks & Rec - Software $55,795.00 $55,795.00 $55,795.00 $55,795.00 $55,795.00 53275002 - GAC Replacement (WTP1)$110,000.00 Police - Software $511,420.00 $511,420.00 $511,420.00 $511,420.00 $511,420.00 Building & Energy - PIMS Buildout $110,000.00 $110,000.00 $115,000.00 $121,000.00 $127,000.00 24265004 - Rec Center Boiler Replacement $50,000.00 $100,000.00 $1,000,000.00 40307000 - County - Minnetonka Blvd (Chippewa Rd to Aquila) $4,953,800.00 31280001 - CH Timber Retaining Walls Replacement $150,000.00 33290002 - MSC Boiler Replacement $100,000.00 24295001 - Rec Center/ROC Scoreboard Replacement $100,000.00 36300002 - WW Security Cameras $75,000.00 32280002 - PD Carpet Replacement $90,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 10 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 31 Proposal Name FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 40281200 - Street - Mill and Overlay (Area 4)$495,900.00 33290001 - MSC Roof Top HVAC Unit Replacement $375,000.00 34260004 - FS 1 & 2 Carpet Replacement $70,000.00 Fire - Ladder Truck $1,591,135.00 40271200 - Street - Mill and Overlay (Area 3)$527,500.00 50304102 - Operations Capital Improvement Fund $500,000.00 40268000 - MnDOT - TH169 & Cedar Lake Rd (SP 2772-134) $360,000.00 21269903 - Trail (new), Hampshire Park to Otten Pond $130,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 5yr CIP by Fund 11 City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 32 2026 CIP by fund and project Filtered by Amount is greater than or equal to $1.00 Period Name equals "2026" Account Type equals "ex" Company Groups Amo u n t 40241100 - MSA Street - Cedar Lake Road & Louisiana Ave 40261000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 4) E - XX01 - Annual Equipment Replacement Program Facilities - City Hall Critical Maintenance 40261500 - Alley construction 40263000 - Sanitary sewer-Lining Technology - Hardware Communications & Tech - Software Police - Software 50264103 - Operations Capital Improvement Fund 53265006 - Water Treatment Plant Rehab, WTP6 40260003 - Concrete replacement Admin Services - Software 25250201 - Aquatic Park - Critical Maintenance 40268000 - MnDOT - TH169 & Cedar Lake Rd (SP 2772-134) 21261801 - Dakota Park LED Baseball Field Light & Pole Rplcmt 40252000 -CTP Bikeway,Sidewalk,Trail 40274000 St Ai th P k i t 1/3 Ca pi t al Fun d M un i c i p al Bui l d i n g a… Sew e r Sto r m W a te r Tec h n o l o g y Veh i c l e s & Equ i p m e n t W a te r $0 $5M $10M $15M FY26-30 CIP | 2026 CIP by fund and project City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 33 Proposal Name Capital Fund Municipal Building and Infrastructure Sewer Storm Water Technology Vehicles & Equipment Water Amount $16,869,757.00 $2,438,100.00 $1,046,615.00 $2,519,256.00 $2,821,876.00 $2,428,000.00 $4,437,670.00 40261200 - Street - Mill and Overlay (Area 2) $221,600.00 Westwood lower park building outdoor restroom remodel $25,000.00 53265002 - Water Well Rehab (SLP4) $90,000.00 25250201 - Aquatic Park - Critical Maintenance $400,000.00 Fire - Software $55,550.00 Fire - Mechanical CPR Device $37,500.00 E - XX01 - Annual Equipment Replacement Program $1,341,632.00 $2,361,000.00 Communications & Tech - Software $552,340.00 FY26-30 CIP | 2026 CIP by fund and project City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 34 Proposal Name Capital Fund Municipal Building and Infrastructure Sewer Storm Water Technology Vehicles & Equipment Water 40260003 - Concrete replacement $134,400.00 $145,600.00 $134,400.00 40252000 - CTP Bikeway, Sidewalk, Trail $300,000.00 50264103 - Operations Capital Improvement Fund $500,000.00 Engineering - Software $33,589.00 Webster Park $260,000.00 20250002 - Flock License Plate Readers $28,000.00 21990301 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Aquila Park $100,000.00 40263000 - Sanitary sewer- Lining $610,000.00 40271500 - Alley construction $35,750.00 $19,250.00 FY26-30 CIP | 2026 CIP by fund and project City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 35 Proposal Name Capital Fund Municipal Building and Infrastructure Sewer Storm Water Technology Vehicles & Equipment Water 21991503 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Cedarhurst Park $70,000.00 21261801 - Dakota Park LED Baseball Field Light & Pole Rplcmt $345,000.00 40261500 - Alley construction $397,800.00 $214,200.00 Admin Services - Software $406,875.00 40241100 - MSA Street - Cedar Lake Road & Louisiana Ave $7,194,938.00 $229,615.00 $896,906.00 $941,170.00 Building & Energy - Software $212,833.00 40261000 - Street - Local pavement management (Area 4) $4,956,500.00 $207,000.00 $989,000.00 $2,771,500.00 FY26-30 CIP | 2026 CIP by fund and project City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 36 Proposal Name Capital Fund Municipal Building and Infrastructure Sewer Storm Water Technology Vehicles & Equipment Water 40281100 - MSA Street- Oxford & Louisiana infrastructure investment $200,000.00 31234261 - Condition Assessment - FS 1&2, MSC $50,000.00 Technology - Hardware $599,874.00 Public Works - Software $200,000.00 21991712 - Playground Eqpt Repl - Parkview Park $70,000.00 21269901 - Park Parking Lot Resurface, 2026 $100,000.00 40274000 - Storm - Ainsworth Park improvements $265,500.00 FY26-30 CIP | 2026 CIP by fund and project City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 37 Proposal Name Capital Fund Municipal Building and Infrastructure Sewer Storm Water Technology Vehicles & Equipment Water Police - Data Integration Software $55,000.00 Franchise Fees - Clean up $181,865.00 53265003 - Water Well Rehab (SLP15) $75,000.00 31260005 - CH 1st & 3rd Floor Window and Blind Replace $210,000.00 Community Development - Software $600.00 Facilities - City Hall Critical Maintenance $1,325,000.00 53265006 - Water Treatment Plant Rehab, WTP6 $460,000.00 31234263 - Citywide Access Control System Replacement $100,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 2026 CIP by fund and project City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 38 Proposal Name Capital Fund Municipal Building and Infrastructure Sewer Storm Water Technology Vehicles & Equipment Water MSA Clean up $272.00 53265005 - SCADA Server Replacement $100,000.00 22999901 - Tree Replacement (80% Blvd + 20% Parks) $100,000.00 24265003 - Dasher Board Repairs $75,000.00 Fire - Cardiac Monitors $67,000.00 Parks & Rec - Software $55,795.00 Police - Software $511,420.00 Building & Energy - PIMS Buildout $110,000.00 34260004 - FS 1 & 2 Carpet Replacement $70,000.00 40268000 - MnDOT - TH169 & Cedar Lake Rd (SP 2772-134) $360,000.00 FY26-30 CIP | 2026 CIP by fund and project City council meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 7a) Title: Resolutions approving 2026 budget, levy and capital improvement plan adoption Page 39 Meeting: Economic development authority Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Minutes: 3a Unofficial minutes EDA meeting St. Louis Park, Minnesota Nov. 17, 2025 1. Call to order. President Budd called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. a. Roll call. Commissioners present: Margaret Rog, Lynette Dumalag, Tim Brausen, Yolanda Farris, Paul Baudhuin, President Sue Budd Commissioners absent: Nadia Mohamed Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), community development director and interim building and energy director (Mrs. Barton), administrative services director (Ms. Brodeen), city assessor (Mr. Bultema), finance director (Ms. Cruver), facilities superintendent (Mr. Eisold), legislative and grants analyst (Ms. Ferris), public services superintendent/deputy public works director (Ms. Fisher), recreation superintendent (Ms. Friederich), fire chief (Mr. Hanlin), city clerk (Ms. Kennedy), police chief (Mr. Kruelle), deputy police chief (Mr. Nadem), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott-Lerdal), communications and technology director (Ms. Smith), financial analyst (Ms. Stephens), engineering project manager (Ms. Sullivan), HR director (Ms. Vorpahl), planning manager (Mr. Walther), parks and recreation director (Mr. West), racial equity and inclusion director (Ms. Yang), sustainability manager (Ms. Ziring) 2. Approve agenda. It was moved by Commissioner Farris, seconded by Commissioner Dumalag, to approve the EDA agenda as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Mohamed absent). 3. Minutes. a. EDA meeting minutes of Oct 20, 2025 It was moved by Commissioner Dumalag, seconded by Commissioner Baudhuin, to approve the EDA meeting minutes of Oct. 20, 2025, as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Mohamed absent). 4. Consent items. a. EDA Resolution No. 25-31 authorizing decertification of 4900 Excelsior, Elmwood Apartment, Elmwood Village and Wolfe Lake Commercial TIF Districts Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 3a) Page 2 Title: EDA meeting minutes of November 17, 2025 b. EDA Resolution No. 25-32 approving amendment to redevelopment agreement with Project for Pride in Living for an environmental response fund cleanup grant extension for Union Park Flats - Ward 2 c. EDA Resolution No. 25-33 approving subordination and assignment of redevelopment contract for The Shoreham - Ward 1 Council Member Brausen commented on item 4a and noted that the city council had decided to decertify certain Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts early, aiming to increase the overall tax base for the city in 2026 and reduce the general levy. Council Member Brausen stated that this was a good decision by the council, and he will support the EDA’s action on this decision. It was moved by Commissioner Brausen, seconded by Commissioner Farris, to approve the consent items as listed and to waive reading of all resolutions. The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Mohamed absent). 5. Public hearings – none. 6. Regular business – none. 7. Communications and announcements – none. 8. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, EDA secretary Sue Budd, EDA president Meeting: Economic development authority Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Minutes: 3b Unofficial minutes EDA meeting St. Louis Park, Minnesota Dec. 1, 2025 1. Call to order. President Budd called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. a. Roll call. Commissioners present: Lynette Dumalag, Nadia Mohamed, Tim Brausen, Yolanda Farris, Paul Baudhuin, President Sue Budd Commissioners absent: Margaret Rog Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), deputy city manager (Ms. Walsh), community development director and interim building and energy director (Ms. Barton), administrative services director (Ms. Brodeen), assessor (Mr. Bultema), finance director (Ms. Cruver), legislative and grants analyst (Ms. Ferris), public services superintendent (Ms. Fisher), public works director (Mr. Hall), fire chief (Mr. Hanlin), engineering director (Ms. Heiser), city clerk (Ms. Kennedy), deputy police chief (Mr. Nadem), redevelopment administrator (Mr. Porter- Nelson), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott-Lerdal), communications and technology director (Ms. Smith), financial analyst (Ms. Stephens), HR director (Ms. Vorpahl), deputy city manager (Ms. Walsh), planning manager (Ms. Walther), parks and recreation director (Mr. West), racial equity and inclusion director (Ms. Yang) 2. Approve agenda. It was moved by Commissioner Dumalag, seconded by Commissioner Brausen, to approve the EDA agenda as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Rog absent). 3. Minutes. a. EDA meeting minutes of Nov. 3, 2025 It was moved by Commissioner Baudhuin, seconded by Commissioner Mohamed, to approve the EDA meeting minutes of Nov. 3, 2025, as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Rog absent). 4. Consent items. a. Approve EDA disbursements Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 3b) Page 2 Title: EDA meeting minutes of December 1, 2025 b. EDA Resolution No. 25-34 authorizing conveyance of EDA-owned land to the City of St. Louis Park c. EDA Resolution No. 25-35 accepting a Love Local Storefronts grant from Hennepin County d. EDA Resolution No. 25-36 approving an amendment to the redevelopment agreement and other related documents for affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 It was moved by Commissioner Farris, seconded by Commissioner Brausen, to approve the consent items as listed and to waive reading of all resolutions. The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Rog absent). 5. Public hearings – none. 6. Regular business – none. 7. Communications and announcements – none. 8. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, EDA secretary Sue Budd, EDA president Meeting: Economic development authority Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Consent agenda item: 4a Executive summary Title: EDA Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 Recommended action: Approve an EDA resolution amending the redevelopment contract, the subordination agreement and related documents for the affordable building at the Beltline Station. Policy consideration: Does the EDA wish to approve an amendment to the redevelopment contract related to the all-affordable component of the Beltline Station development that will release a portion of a previously provided letter of credit at closing and separate the previously approved subordination agreements into two agreements? Summary: Sherman Associates (the redeveloper) requests approval of an EDA resolution related to an upcoming financial closing on the 82-unit affordable housing building within the larger 380-unit Beltline Station mixed-use development. First, the redeveloper requests the city release a portion of an existing security at financial closing on the affordable housing building. Financial closing is anticipated in late December 2025. The security was previously provided in part by a letter of credit and in part through a personal guarantee from George Sherman. With this change, the security will be reduced by up to $2 million at financial closing. A $3.2 million security will remain with the city until footings and foundations on the affordable housing building are complete. As explained in the May 19, 2025 EDA report on the Beltline Station project, the affordable housing security is intended as an incentive to ensure construction of the affordable housing commences by 2027. It is appropriate to partially reduce this security at financial close. In addition, this amendment separates the previously approved subordination agreement into two subordination agreements. This adjustment is required by senior lender financing for the project. The EDA’s attorney drafted the documents and supports the recommended actions. Financial or budget considerations: These amendments do not impact the amount of financial assistance previously approved for the project and do not have a budget impact. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood oriented development. Supporting documents: EDA Resolution Prepared by: Dean Porter-Nelson, redevelopment administrator Reviewed by: Jennifer Monson, economic development manager Karen Barton, community development director and EDA executive director Amelia Cruver, finance director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 2 Title: EDA Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 EDA Resolution No. 25-______ Approving amendment contract for private development, with Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership and execution of documents relating thereto Be it resolved by the board of commissioners (the “board”) of the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority as follows: Section 1. Recitals. 1.01. The authority and the city of St. Louis Park, Minnesota (the “city”) have heretofore approved the establishment of the Beltline Station Tax Increment Financing District No. 1 (the “TIF district”), a housing district within Redevelopment Project No. 1 (the “project”), and have adopted a tax increment financing plan for the purpose of financing certain improvements within the project. 1.02. The authority has heretofore created an Affordable Housing Trust Fund, which is funded in part with pooled tax increment derived from property within certain tax increment financing districts within the authority as provided in Laws of Minnesota 2022, First Special Session, Chapter 14, Article 9, Section 5. 1.03. To facilitate the development of certain property within the project and TIF district, the authority, the city, and Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership, a Minnesota limited partnership (the “developer”), have executed and delivered an amended and restated contract for private development (the “original agreement”) relating to the construction of approximately 82 units of affordable multifamily rental housing together with approximately 59 underground parking spaces (the “minimum improvements”) whereby the authority and the authority agreed to provide certain financial assistance to the minimum improvements. 1.04. Among other things, the agreement provides for the issuance by the authority of a tax increment revenue note to the developer in the maximum principal amount of $804,000 (the “TIF note”), authorizes the loan of proceeds of funds from the city’s affordable housing trust fund (the “city AHTF loan”) in the principal amount of $1,793,238 to the developer and sets forth certain other conditions for the construction of the affordable minimum improvements. The agreement also contemplates that the authority will use the proceeds of a grant in the amount $300,000 (the “SWCW grant”) for costs related to the minimum improvements, made by the County of Hennepin from the County’s Bottineau and Southwest Community Works Programs. In addition, the agreement requires that the developer comply with certain construction timelines for the affordable minimum improvements or pay a fee (the “affordable housing fee”). The payment of affordable housing fee will be secured by a letter of credit and a guaranty from George Sherman and Sherman Development Holdings (collectively, the “security”) delivered at closing on the property. Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 3 Title: EDA Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 1.05. To allow the developer to perform certain obligations under the original agreement, cedar rapids bank and trust, an Iowa banking corporation, in its capacity as lender, together with any other permitted co-lenders and their respective successors and/or permitted assigns (collectively, “senior lender”), has agreed to provide the developer with financing by purchasing the tax-exempt conduit revenue obligations to be issued by the authority and providing taxable other taxable financing to the developer (collectively, the “senior financing”). 1.06. On Dec. 1, 2025, the council approved a first amendment to the amended and restated contract for private development to, among other items, update certain provisions to reflect the senior financing and requirements for disbursement of the AHTF loan. Since that date, the developer has requested that the city release a portion of the security for the affordable housing fee when it closes on its financing. 1.07. The authority, the city, and the developer have negotiated a revised first amendment to the amended and restated contract for private development (the “first amendment” and together with the original agreement, the “agreement”) to release a portion of the security for the affordable housing fee when the developer closes on its financing. 1.08. On Dec. 1, 2025, the council approved a master subordination agreement between the senior lender, the city, and the authority, and such other parties as may be required to the senior lender, pursuant to which the authority and the city will subordinate their right to, title to, and interest in the development property and the rights and the remedies and options of the city under the agreement to those of the senior lender and the senior financing. Since that date the senior has requested that the master subordination agreement be broken apart into two separate subordination agreements including (i) the swap master subordination agreement between the senior lender, the city, and the authority, and such other parties as may be required by the senior lender; and (ii) the master subordination agreement between the senior lender, the city, and the authority, and such other parties as may be required by the senior lender (collectively, the “subordination agreements”). Section 2. The first amendment and related documents. 2.01. The board hereby approves the first amendment and the subordination agreements in substantially the forms presented to the board, together with any related documents necessary in connection therewith, including all documents necessary for this transaction and including without limitation all documents, exhibits, certifications, or consents referenced in or attached to the first amendment, including without limitation the amended mortgage (all as defined in the first amendment) (the “development documents”). 2.02. The board hereby authorizes the president and executive director, in their discretion and at such time, if any, as they may deem appropriate, to execute the development documents on behalf of the authority, and to carry out, on behalf of the authority, the authority’s obligations thereunder when all conditions precedent thereto have been satisfied. The development documents shall be in substantially the form on file with the authority and the approval hereby given to the development documents includes approval of such additional details therein and such additional documents as may be necessary and appropriate and such modifications thereof, deletions therefrom and additions thereto as may be necessary and Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 4 Title: EDA Resolution approving an amendment to the redevelopment contract and other related documents for the affordable housing at Beltline Station - Ward 1 appropriate and approved by legal counsel to the authority and by the officers authorized herein to execute said documents prior to their execution; and said officers are hereby authorized to approve said changes on behalf of the authority. The execution of any instrument by the appropriate officers of the authority herein authorized shall be conclusive evidence of the approval of such document in accordance with the terms hereof. This resolution shall not constitute an offer and the development documents shall not be effective until the date of execution thereof as provided herein. 2.03. In the event of absence or disability of the officers, any of the documents authorized by this resolution to be executed may be executed without further act or authorization of the board by any duly designated acting official, or by such other officer or officers of the board as, in the opinion of the city attorney, may act in their behalf. Upon execution and delivery of the development documents, the officers and employees of the board are hereby authorized and directed to take or cause to be taken such actions as may be necessary on behalf of the board to implement the development documents, including without limitation the issuance of tax increment revenue obligations thereunder when all conditions precedent thereto have been satisfied and reserving funds for the payment thereof in the applicable tax increment accounts. Section 4. Effective Date. This resolution shall be effective upon approval. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the Economic Development Authority December 15, 2025: Karen Barton, executive director Sue Budd, president Attest: Melissa Kennedy, secretary Meeting: Economic development authority Meeting date: December 15, 2025 Action agenda item: 6a Executive summary Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies Recommended action: • Motion to adopt EDA resolution authorizing the 2026 final HRA levy at • $1,194,133 or • $694,133. • Motion to adopt EDA resolution authorizing the 2026 final EDA levy. Policy consideration: 1. Does the Economic Development Authority (EDA) support the proposed 2026 EDA and HRA levies? The HRA an EDA levies are part of an “all-inclusive” preliminary levy increase of 7.49% for a total of $53,723,150 and includes the following components: a. Housing Redevelopment Authority (HRA) levy equal to $1,194,133 b. Economic Development Authority (EDA) levy equal to $375,000. 2. Does the EDA support lowering the HRA levy to $694,133, resulting in an overall levy of $53,223,150 which represents a 6.49% all-inclusive increase in the levy from 2025? Summary: In the summer and fall of 2025, the city council gave direction to set the Economic Development Authority levy at an amount that would cover ongoing spending that occurs in the fund and preserves the fund balance to invest in economic development projects and programs that advance the cities priorities. Staff have estimated that amount to be $375,000 based on the prior year’s actual spending data. The preliminary levy approved on Sept. 15, 2025, included an HRA levy that was held flat from 2025 at $1.2M. The city council has asked that a reduction of this levy be discussed and voted on at the Dec. 15, 2025 city council meeting to provide further tax relief to residents and a lowered overall levy increase of 6.49%. The EDA needs to make a final authorization on Dec. 15, 2025, on the HRA levy: whether to hold it flat at $1.2M or to lower the levy on a one-time basis to $700,000. Analysis of this decision is included in this report. Much of the information in this report is also included in the staff report for the budget adoption resolution before the city council on the same date. Financial or budget considerations: The proposed tax levies support city services obligations for fiscal year 2026. Strategic priority consideration: All. Supporting documents: Resolutions Prepared by: Amelia Cruver, finance director Reviewed by: Tiffany Stephens, financial analyst; Cheyenne Brodeen, administrative services director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 2 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies Discussion Background: On Dec. 1, 2025, the city council held its annual Truth in Taxation hearing where residents are invited to share feedback on the proposed budget and property tax increase. Council members inquired about lowering the HRA levy by $500,000 in 2026 as a response to two factors: • Residence expressions of hardship faced by increased taxes amid other increasing costs • Information received by staff in late November that revenues into the Affordable Housing Trust Fund would not be monitored as a condition for receiving state Local Affordable Housing Aid. Cities receiving this aid will instead need to show a consistent spending level on affordable housing activities. Below is an analysis of the impacts of that change on the city and residents to inform decision making. The levy and budget advanced on Nov. 17 is referred to as “$1.2M HRA Levy” throughout this report. The proposal that reduces the HRA levy by $500,000 is referred to as “$700K HRA Levy”. Present considerations: Impact to the property tax levy and the median value homeowner $1.2M HRA Levy: With a 7.49% levy increase the median homeowner would see an increase in their city portion of their property tax bill of approximately 8.6%: • Annual increase of $153.83 • Monthly increase of $12.82 $700K HRA Levy: With a 6.49% levy increase the median homeowner would see an increase in their city portion of their property tax bill of approximately 7.6%: • Annual increase of $135.86 • Monthly increase of $11.32 This equates to a total difference of $18/year for the median homeowner. Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 3 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies Levy breakdown by options • $1.2M HRA Levy: The levy endorsed by council after the study session discussion on Nov. 17 held the HRA levy flat and supported a 7.49% all-inclusive city increase. Fund FY2025 FY2026 $ Change % Change General 38,808,815 45,551,333 6,742,518 17.37% Debt Service 6,856,221 5,792,684 -1,063,537 -15.51% Development EDA 187,000 375,000 188,000 100.53% Park Improvement 510,000 410,000 -100,000 -19.61% Affordable Housing Trust 1,194,133 1,194,133 - 0.00% Employee Benefits 200,000 400,000 200,000 100.00% Capital Funds - Municipal Bldg. & Infrastructure 685,031 - -685,031 -100.00% Technology 1,538,465 - -1,538,465 -100.00% Total 49,979,665 53,723,150 3,743,485 7.49% • $700K HRA Levy: The levy advocated for at the Dec. 1, 2025, city council meeting would reduce the HRA levy by $500,000 in 2026 and result in a 6.49% all-inclusive city increase. Fund FY2025 FY2026 $ Change % Change General 38,808,815 45,551,333 6,742,518 17.37% Debt Service 6,856,221 5,792,684 -1,063,537 -15.51% Development EDA 187,000 375,000 188,000 100.53% Park Improvement 510,000 410,000 -100,000 -19.61% Affordable Housing Trust 1,194,133 694,133 -500,000 -41.87% Employee Benefits 200,000 400,000 200,000 100.00% Capital Funds - Municipal Bldg. & Infrastructure 685,031 - -685,031 -100.00% Technology 1,538,465 - -1,538,465 -100.00% Total 49,979,665 53,223,150 3,243,485 6.49% Long-term financial planning: The Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) A few financial principles to consider when thinking about the HRA levy: • To maintain Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA), the city must maintain our current level of spending in the AHTF. Looking at the long-term health of the AHTF will be an important step before proposing levy reductions, especially in years when larger construction or acquisition projects are budgeted that would reduce the existing fund balance. • The AHTF has grown quickly in recent years as a result of transfers from Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts. A large percentage of this revenue has been pooled TIF from our expiring special legislation. We expect $1.4M to be transferred in in 2026, but after Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 4 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies that, the level of transfers will decrease significantly, making the levy an important source of revenue for the fund. • Maintaining a significant fund balance in the AHTF allows flexibility and agility to respond to opportunities and needs that are unbudgeted. This can include, but is not limited to, acquiring property for future affordable housing development, providing gap funding to facilitate affordable projects, and responding to emergency needs (e.g., emergency rent assistance during the pandemic. It is important that a long-range plan is put in place if there are any reductions to the levy that ensures there is enough funding in the AHTF to maintain spending levels and avoid a sharp increase in the levy in future years. If we were to drop the levy by $500,000 (close to a levy percentage point) we should be mindful that if we need to increase the levy back to the current level, that will add a percentage point to a future levy increase in addition to regular inflationary increases to the levy. Below are two scenarios for maintaining a healthy fund while avoiding large, unplanned increases in the property tax levy. One-time cut, larger increase in 2027 Fund FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 General 45,551,333 47,828,900 50,220,345 52,731,362 55,367,930 Debt Service 5,792,684 6,525,902 7,070,122 7,529,453 7,238,676 Development EDA 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 Park Improvement 410,000 510,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 Affordable Housing Trust 694,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 1,194,133 Employee Benefits 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 Total 53,223,150 56,833,935 59,859,600 62,929,948 65,375,739 $ Increase 3,243,485 3,610,785 3,025,665 3,070,348 2,445,791 % Increase 6.49% 6.78% 5.32% 5.13% 3.89% This scenario would bring the levy back up to 2025 levels in 2027, resulting in a larger than typical beginning levy increase in 2027 but would only spend down $500,000 in cash balance as a result of the temporary lowering of the levy. There would likely be little room in the 2027 budget for any new spending without all-inclusive levy increases higher than 7%. Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 5 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies Gradual rebuild, more use of fund balance Fund FY2026 FY2027 FY2028 FY2029 FY2030 General 45,551,333 47,828,900 50,220,345 52,731,362 55,367,930 Debt Service 5,792,684 6,525,902 7,070,122 7,529,453 7,238,676 Development EDA 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 375,000 Park Improvement 410,000 510,000 600,000 700,000 800,000 Affordable Housing Trust 694,133 794,133 894,133 994,133 1,194,133 Employee Benefits 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 Total 53,223,150 56,433,935 59,559,600 62,729,948 65,375,739 $ Increase 3,243,485 3,210,785 3,125,665 3,170,348 2,645,791 % Increase 6.49% 6.03% 5.54% 5.32% 4.22% This path forward would spread the levy increase out over four years, resulting in lower annual increases. The tradeoff is more spending down of the AHTF cash balance while the revenue returns to the typical level. Cash balances would be reduced by between $1.3M and 1.5M depending on the level of program spending that occurs in the next five years. Long-term impact to AHTF activities and outcomes The nature of the work supported by the AHTF is often fluid, and opportunities or needs cannot always be fully anticipated or incorporated into the annual budget. Maintaining a healthy fund balance is essential to ensure the city can respond quickly to emerging opportunities, address urgent needs, and support affordable housing activities, preservation and new development projects. Even a substantial balance can be drawn down rapidly with only a few unplanned events. For example, a valued community affordable housing partner recently notified staff of an anticipated request for an AHTF loan to address an approximately $1 million financing gap for a rehabilitation and expansion project. Other recent examples include emergency rental assistance during the pandemic and sudden increases in demand for the city’s down-payment assistance program. Affordable housing development projects frequently require $1 million or more in local support, particularly for projects that include more deeply affordable or family-sized units. These projects often arise with little advance notice and can take several years to assemble financing, making long-term budgeting difficult. A strong AHTF balance ensures resources are available to continue to support affordable housing activities and to be prepared when critical opportunities arise. Historically, the city council has chosen to utilize all available funding mechanisms to maintain a stable and reliable AHTF balance. Historically, the primary revenue sources for the AHTF are Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 6 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies pooled tax increment for affordable housing and the HRA levy. Pooled tax increment is a limited and variable resource, available only when a TIF district has fulfilled its financial obligations and has excess increment to allocate. In contrast, the HRA levy provides a consistent, ongoing revenue stream that can be used flexibly to sustain a healthy fund balance capable of meeting the city’s affordable housing needs. Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 7 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies EDA Resolution No. 25 - ___ Authorizing the final levy of a special benefit (HRA) levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, subdivision 6 and approval of a final budget for fiscal year 2026 Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.090 to 469.108 (the “EDA Act”), the city council of the City of St. Louis Park created the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority (the "Authority"); and Whereas, pursuant to the EDA Act, the city council granted to the Authority all of the powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority under the provisions of the Minnesota Statutes, sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the "HRA Act"); and Whereas, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6, of the HRA Act permits the Authority to levy and collect a special benefit levy of up to 0.0185 percent of estimated market value in the city upon all taxable real property within the city; and Whereas, the Authority desires to levy a special benefit levy in the amount of up to 0.0185 percent of estimated market value in the city for taxes payable in 2026; and Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.065, the Authority is required to adopt a proposed budget and a proposed tax levy and submit the same to the County Auditor by December 28; and Whereas, the Authority has before it for its consideration a copy of a proposed budget for its operations for the fiscal year 2026 and the amount of the proposed levy for collection in 2026 shall be based on this budget and the long-range financial management plan, subject to any adjustments in the budget as finally approved prior to certification of the final special benefit levy; Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Commissioners of the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority: 1. The proposed budget of $1,194,133 for the operations of the Authority in fiscal year 2026, as presented for consideration by the city council, is hereby in all respects approved, subject to final approval by the Authority before certification of the tax levy under Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.07. 2. Staff of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed to file the proposed budget with the city in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6. 3. The proposed special benefit levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6, is hereby approved and is less than the maximum amount equal to 0.0185 percent of estimated market value in City of St. Louis Park with respect to Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 11 Title: Resolutions Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 8 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies authorizing final 2026 budget - levy and capital improvement plan taxes payable in calendar year 2026, subject to final approval by the Authority before certification of the special benefit levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.07. 4. Staff of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed to seek the approval by resolution of the city council of the levy of special benefit taxes payable in 2026 and to take such other actions as are necessary to bring before the Board the final budget and levy to be sent to the county auditor on or before five working days after December 15, 2025. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the Economic Development Authority December 15, 2025: Karen Barton, executive director Sue Budd, president Attest: Melissa Kennedy, secretary Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 9 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies EDA Resolution No. 25 - ___ Authorizing the final levy of a special benefit (HRA) levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, subdivision 6 and approval of a final budget for fiscal year 2026 Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.090 to 469.108 (the “EDA Act”), the city council of the City of St. Louis Park created the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority (the "Authority"); and Whereas, pursuant to the EDA Act, the city council granted to the Authority all of the powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority under the provisions of the Minnesota Statutes, sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the "HRA Act"); and Whereas, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6, of the HRA Act permits the Authority to levy and collect a special benefit levy of up to 0.0185 percent of estimated market value in the city upon all taxable real property within the city; and Whereas, the Authority desires to levy a special benefit levy in the amount of up to 0.0185 percent of estimated market value in the city for taxes payable in 2026; and Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.065, the Authority is required to adopt a proposed budget and a proposed tax levy and submit the same to the County Auditor by December 28; and Whereas, the Authority has before it for its consideration a copy of a proposed budget for its operations for the fiscal year 2026 and the amount of the proposed levy for collection in 2026 shall be based on this budget and the long-range financial management plan, subject to any adjustments in the budget as finally approved prior to certification of the final special benefit levy; Now therefore be it resolved by the Board of Commissioners of the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority: 1. The proposed budget of $694,133 for the operations of the Authority in fiscal year 2026, as presented for consideration by the city council, is hereby in all respects approved, subject to final approval by the Authority before certification of the tax levy under Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.07. 2. Staff of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed to file the proposed budget with the city in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6. 3. The proposed special benefit levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6, is hereby approved and is less than the maximum amount equal to 0.0185 percent of estimated market value in City of St. Louis Park with respect to Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 11 Title: Resolutions Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 10 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies authorizing final 2026 budget - levy and capital improvement plan taxes payable in calendar year 2026, subject to final approval by the Authority before certification of the special benefit levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.07. 4. Staff of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed to seek the approval by resolution of the city council of the levy of special benefit taxes payable in 2026 and to take such other actions as are necessary to bring before the Board the final budget and levy to be sent to the county auditor on or before five working days after December 15, 2025. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the Economic Development Authority December 15, 2025: Karen Barton, executive director Sue Budd, president Attest: Melissa Kennedy, secretary Economic development authority meeting of December 15, 2025 (Item No. 6a) Page 11 Title: Resolutions authorizing final 2026 EDA and HRA levies EDA Resolution No. 25 - ___ Authorizing the 2026 Final Tax Levy for Economic Development Authority Purposes pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.107 Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.090 through 469.1082, as amended (the “Act”), the city established the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority (the EDA”); and Whereas, Section 469.107, subdivision 1 of the Act authorizes the city, at the request of the EDA, to levy and collect a tax of up to 0.01813% of the estimated market value of taxable property within the city, levied upon all taxable real property within the city, for economic development purposes; and Whereas, the EDA has requested that the city approve such a levy in the amount of $375,000 and the city finds that such a levy is in the best interest of the city and EDA because it will facilitate economic development. Now therefore be it resolved that the Economic Development Authority hereby approves the levy of a tax for economic development purposes pursuant to Section 469.107, subdivision 1 of the Act in the amount equal to $375,000 with respect to taxes payable in calendar year 2026. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the Economic Development Authority December 15, 2025: Karen Barton, executive director Sue Budd, president Attest: Melissa Kennedy, secretary