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AGENDA
JANUARY 21, 2014
7:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MEETING – Council Chambers
1. Call to Order
1a. Pledge of Allegiance
1b. Roll Call
2. Presentations
2a. TwinWest Chamber of Commerce Update
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. City Council Meeting Minutes January 6, 2014
4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar
NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine and/or which
need no discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is desired by either a
Councilmember or a member of the audience, that item may be moved to an appropriate section of the regular
agenda for discussion. The items for the Consent Calendar are listed on the last page of the Agenda.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve the Agenda as presented and items listed on the Consent Calendar; and to waive
reading of all resolutions and ordinances. (Alternatively: Motion to add or remove items from the agenda,
or move items from Consent Calendar to regular agenda for discussion.)
5. Boards and Commissions – None
6. Public Hearings – None
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public – None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items
8a. Accept Monetary Donation from the St. Louis Park Hockey Association
Recommended Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a
monetary donation from the St. Louis Park Hockey Association in the amount of
$200,000 to be used for capital improvements at the Rec Center or other hockey related
improvements within the city that are agreeable to both the City of St. Louis Park and the
St Louis Park Hockey Association.
8a. 2014-2015 International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local #993 Labor Agreement
Recommended Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving a Labor Agreement
between the City and the IAFF Local #993, establishing terms and conditions of
employment for two years, from 1/1/14 – 12/31/15.
9. Communications – None
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Meeting of January 21, 2014
City Council Agenda
CONSENT CALENDAR
4a. Adopt Resolution Prioritizing Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement Projects.
4b. Approve right of way purchase in the total amount of $68,000 for Parcel 5 (3745
Louisiana Avenue So. – Sam’s Real Estate Business Trust), and authorize the City
Attorney to execute the stipulation of settlement.
4c. Accept a $50 Donation from Park Coin.
4d. Adopt Resolution authorizing a grant application for Federal funding of a pedestrian
and bike grade separated crossing of the BNSF rail line.
4e.
Adopt Resolution to disburse remaining Greensboro HIA Project Fund Balance of
$41,451.23 to the Greensboro Square Condominium Association’s replacement
reserve fund.
4f. Approve 2013 Pay Equity Report.
4g. Reappoint the following Commissioners as representatives to the Community
Education Advisory Commission with titles and terms as listed:
Name Title Term Expiration
Gregg Lindberg City Council Representative 6/30/2015
Julia Ross At-large Commissioner 6/30/2015
4h. Adopt Resolution ratifying reappointments of Jim de Lambert as Commissioner,
Justin Riss as Alternate Commissioner, and Phillip Elkin as the Technical Advisory
Committee (TAC) member to the to the Basset Creek Watershed Management
Commission (BCWMC) to serve terms beginning February 1, 2014 and ending on
January 31, 2017.
4i. Approve for filing Environment & Sustainability Commission: Sustainable SLP
Minutes of December 11, 2013.
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Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Presentation: 2a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: TwinWest Chamber of Commerce Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION: None
POLICY CONSIDERATION: None at this time.
SUMMARY: TwinWest Chamber of Commerce President Brad Meier will introduce the
organization and its initiatives, as well as update City Council on what issues will be legislative
priorities for the upcoming session. Council will have time at the end of the presentation to visit
with Mr. Meier and ask questions.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: None
Prepared by: Debbie Fischer, Office Assistant
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Minutes: 3a
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
JANUARY 6, 2014
1. Call to Order
Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin, Gregg Lindberg,
Anne Mavity, Susan Sanger, and Jake Spano.
Councilmembers absent: None.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Clerk (Ms. Stroth), Communications
Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
1a. Elected Officials Oath of Office
Judge Allen Oleisky performed the swearing in of newly elected officials.
Mayor Jacobs thanked Judge Oleisky for performing the swearing in and welcomed
Councilmembers Brausen and Lindberg to the City Council.
1b. Pledge of Allegiance
1c. Roll Call
2. Presentations - None
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. Study Session Minutes December 9, 2013
The minutes were approved as presented.
3b. City Council Meeting Minutes December 16, 2013
The minutes were approved as presented.
4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar
NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine and/or which need no
discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is desired by either a Councilmember or a
member of the audience, that item may be moved to an appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion.
4a. Adopt Resolution No. 14-001 designating the St. Louis Park Sun Sailor as the City’s
Official Newspaper for year 2014.
4b. Adopt Resolution No. 14-002 Declaring 2014 City Council Meeting Dates.
4c. Moved to Item 8b on the Regular Agenda.
4d. Approve for Filing Fire Civil Service Commission Minutes August 26, 2013.
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 3a) Page 2
Title: City Council Meeting Minutes of January 6, 2014
4e. Approve for Filing Planning Commission Minutes October 16, 2013.
4f. Approve for Filing Telecommunications Commission Minutes October 23, 2013.
4g. Approve for Filing Environment and Sustainability Commission: Sustainable SLP
Minutes November 6, 2013.
4h. Vendor Claims.
Mayor Jacobs stated that item 4c would be removed from the Consent Calendar in order
to respond to a request from the public.
It was moved by Councilmember Spano, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to approve
the Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar as amended to move Consent
Calendar item 4c to the Regular Agenda as item 8b; and to waive reading of all
resolutions and ordinances.
The motion passed 7-0.
5. Boards and Commissions
Mr. Harmening presented the staff report.
Mr. Larry Jones, 3000 South Highway 100, approached the City Council and stated he
was very interested in serving on the Human Rights Commission if a vacancy occurs.
Mayor Jacobs encouraged Mr. Jones to contact the City Clerk’s office or check the City’s
website for vacancies.
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to
reappoint the following Commissioners as City representatives to their respective
commissions with terms as follows:
Name Commission Term Expiration
Paul Roberts Board of Zoning Appeals 12/31/2016
Justin Kaufman Board of Zoning Appeals 12/31/2016
Mary Karius Environment and Sustainability Commission 12/31/2016
Cindy Larson O’Neil Environment and Sustainability Commission 12/31/2016
Renee McGarvey Environment and Sustainability Commission 12/31/2016
David Lee Fire Civil Service Commission 12/31/2016
Brian Johnson Human Rights Commission 12/31/2016
Rhoda Quick Human Rights Commission 12/31/2016
George Hagemann Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission 12/31/2016
Kirk Hawkinson Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission 12/31/2016
Lynne Carper Planning Commission 12/31/2016
Dale Hartman Telecommunications Advisory Commission 12/31/2016
Toby Keeler Telecommunications Advisory Commission 12/31/2016
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 3a) Page 3
Title: City Council Meeting Minutes of January 6, 2014
Councilmember Mavity expressed appreciation to everyone serving on the City’s boards
and commissions. She requested that the City consider a process similar to the way
Councilmembers are reelected in order to provide opportunities for everyone who is
interested in serving on the City’s boards and commissions.
Councilmember Sanger also thanked commissioners who chose not to be reappointed and
acknowledged Dennis Morris who retired after 20 years on the Planning Commission.
Mayor Jacobs expressed the City Council’s thanks to all residents serving on the boards
and commissions for their willingness to give their time and energy to make this a better
community.
Councilmember Spano stated there are vacancies on the Environment & Sustainability
Commission, Human Rights Commission, Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission,
Planning Commission, Police Advisory Commission, and Telecommunications Advisory
Commission, and further information can be found on the City’s website or by contacting
the City Clerk.
The motion passed 7-0.
6. Public Hearings - None
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public – None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items
8a. Designating Mayor Pro Tem. Resolution No. 14-003.
It was moved by Councilmember Spano, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to adopt
Resolution No. 14-003 Appointing Susan Sanger to the Office of Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Sanger stated she has appreciated the opportunity to serve as Mayor Pro
Tem and thanked Council for the opportunity to serve again.
Mayor Jacobs suggested that Council consider the possibility of rotating this position.
The motion passed 7-0.
8b. Minor Amendment to PUD for Construction Hours-Knollwood Mall, 8332
Hwy 7. Resolution No. 14-004.
Mayor Jacobs stated that Mr. Larry Jones requested an opportunity to talk about this item.
Mr. Larry Jones, 3000 South Highway 100, approached the City Council and stated his
objection to the 7:00 a.m. start time due to noise concerns and requested that Council
consider changing it. He also requested that Council review the hours for trash and
recycling collection.
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 3a) Page 4
Title: City Council Meeting Minutes of January 6, 2014
Councilmember Spano requested confirmation that this item is intended to correct a
clerical oversight to reflect the standard 7:00 a.m. start time instead of 8:00 a.m.
Mr. Harmening stated that this was correct, adding that the Ordinance allows construction
activity to begin at 7:00 a.m. weekdays and not 8:00 a.m. as stated in the PUD approved
by Council and noted the 7:00 a.m. start time does not deviate from standard practice. He
stated the City held a public process as part of the PUD and residents did not raise noise
as a concern.
It was moved by Councilmember Spano, seconded by Councilmember Hallfin, to adopt
Resolution No. 14-004 Amending and Restating Resolution No. 13-138 Adopted on
September 16, 2013, Granting an Amendment to an Existing Planned Unit Development
for a Shopping Center Over 200,000 Square Feet with a Grocery Store Under Section
36-367 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code Relating to Zoning for Property Zoned C-2
General Commercial for Property Located at 8332 State Highway No. 7.
The motion passed 7-0.
9. Communications
Mayor Jacobs announced that St. Louis Park schools would be closed again tomorrow
due to the cold weather.
Councilmember Sanger reminded residents that garbage and recycling pickup has been
delayed one day this week due to the cold weather.
Mr. Harmening encouraged residents to attend a meeting regarding SWLRT on
Thursday, January 9th, from 5:00-7:30 p.m. at the Rec Center. He stated this meeting will
focus on the three ongoing studies with the most relevant study related to the re-analysis
of the previous studies done on freight rail rerouting options.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m.
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Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Adopt Resolution Prioritizing Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement Projects
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution Prioritizing Bridge Rehabilitation
and Replacement Projects.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the City Council wish to continue implementation of its
capital plan involving the replacement or rehabilitation of certain bridges in St. Louis Park?
SUMMARY: Staff is working on projects for the replacement or rehabilitation of the W. 36th
Street Bridge, the W. 37th Street Bridge and the Louisiana Avenue Bridge, all crossing over
Minnehaha Creek. A map is attached for your reference. The two bridges noted below which are
being replaced are structurally deficient and the costs to rehabilitate are higher than what is
recommended for rehabilitation.
The W. 36th Street Bridge has been recommended for rehabilitation. Plans will be completed this
fall with construction beginning in the spring of 2015. This project is proposed to be funded
with State Bridge Bonding funds and Municipal State Aid dollars.
In 2017, staff is proposing a replacement of the W. 37th Street Bridge. Plans will be completed
in 2016 with construction in 2017. This project is proposed to be funded with federal funds,
State Bridge Bonding, and with special assessments since this bridge is the main access to a
private development. Staff will work the businesses prior to the start of design to inform them of
the project and any financial contributions.
The Louisiana Avenue Bridge has been recommended for a replacement. Plans for this project
will be completed in 2017 for construction in 2018. The funding for this project is proposed to
be funded with State Bridge Bonding and Municipal State Aid dollars.
In order to qualify for federal funding and State Bridge Bonding, the City must pass a resolution
prioritizing the rehabilitation and replacement of the bridges. Staff is requesting that Council
approve a resolution prioritizing bridge rehabilitation and replacement.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: State Bridge Bonding funds are available
for up to 100% (typically 20 % for matching Federal Bridge Funds) of the “abutment to
abutment” costs of eligible rehabilitation or reconstruction work on any publicly owned bridge.
All three of these bridges are eligible for these funds. State Bridge Bonding Funds do not need
to be paid back. Passing this resolution will enable the City to qualify for federal funding and
State Bridge Bonding funds, therefore lowering the City cost for these projects.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Project Location Map
Prepared by: Joseph Shamla, Senior Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4a) Page 2
Title: Adopt Resolution Prioritizing Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement Projects
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION TO PRIORITIZE BRIDGE
REHABILITATION AND REPLACEMENT
BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Saint Louis Park approves the prioritization of
bridge rehabilitation and replacement of the bridges named below.
WHEREAS, the City of Saint Louis Park has reviewed the pertinent data on bridges
requiring replacement, rehabilitation, or removal, supplied by local citizenry and local units of
government; and
WHEREAS, the City of Saint Louis Park has identified those bridges that are high
priority and that require replacement, rehabilitation, or removal within the next five years;
NOW, THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the following deficient bridges are high
priority and the City of Saint Louis Park intends to replace, rehabilitate, or remove these bridges
as soon as possible when funds are available,
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FURTHERMORE, the City of Saint Louis Park does hereby request authorization to
replace, rehabilitate, or remove such bridges.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 21, 2014
City Manager
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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Title: Adopt Resolution Prioritizing Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement Projects Page 3
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4b
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Approve Right of Way Purchase - Highway 7 / Louisiana Interchange Project No. 2012-0100
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to approve right of way purchase in the total amount of
$68,000 for Parcel 5 (3745 Louisiana Avenue So. – Sam’s Real Estate Business Trust), and
authorize the City Attorney to execute the stipulation of settlement.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: This action is consistent with previous direction given by
Council as part of the Highway 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange Project.
SUMMARY: At the July 16, 2012 City Council meeting, Council approved a resolution
Authorizing Condemnation of Land for Public Purposes for the Highway 7 / Louisiana Avenue
Interchange Project. Prior to that action, specific right of way needs were determined and
appraisals for seven identified properties were conducted. As a result, the City Attorney
commenced eminent domain proceedings pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 117 to acquire
the necessary land over the seven properties identified. Pursuant to the “quick take” provisions
of Minnesota Statutes, the City Attorney has since negotiated a settlement with the legal
representatives of Parcel 5 (Sam’s Club) in the total amount of $68,000. The City has paid the
initial appraisal in the amount of $56,000. Sam’s Club disputed the amount of the appraisal.
Sam’s Club was seeking additional compensation for construction impacts to its business. Sam’s
Club would also have been entitled to a $5,000 appraisal reimbursement. The City Attorney
recommends approval of this settlement (additional $12,000) of all claims as being a reasonable
resolution of this matter which also avoids the cost and expense of additional condemnation
proceedings relating to this parcel.
The Parcel 5 property is located along the southeast corner of the Louisiana Avenue and Lake
Street intersection. The acquisition attained from this property is needed to accommodate the
sidewalk on the east side of Louisiana Avenue. This acquisition settlement is the third settlement
of the condemnation proceedings. Negotiations and the condemnation process is still proceeding
on four other properties. These properties are the two Clear Channel Billboard parcels,
Louisiana Oaks Apartments and the Oak Hill Office complex. .
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: The City is responsible for all right of way
acquisition on the project. The project budget as previously presented anticipates right of way
acquisition costs and potential cost increases during settlement. Funding for right of way
acquisition will be provided through the HRA Levy.
VISION CONSIDERATION: St. Louis Park is committed to being a connected and engaged
community.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Exhibit A – Parcel 5 Location
Exhibit B – Stipulation of Settlement
Prepared by: Joseph Shamla, Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Director of Engineering
Tom Scott, City Attorney
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4c
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Acceptance of Donation to Fire Department
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Accept a $50 Donation from Park Coin.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the City Council wish to accept this donation with the
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. In this case the donation is to be used for fire
prevention and equipment purposes.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: This donation will be used for the
purchasing of fire prevention materials and equipment.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Prepared by: Cary Smith, Assistant Chief
Reviewed by: Steve Koering, Fire Chief
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4c) Page 2
Title: Acceptance of Donation to Fire Department
RESOLUTION NO. 14-_____
RESOLUTION APPROVING ACCEPTANCE OF A $50 DONATION
TO THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FROM PARK COIN
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 donations
by the donors; and
WHEREAS, this donation will be directed toward the Fire Prevention and Equipment
Fund;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park that this $50 donation is hereby accepted with thanks and appreciation.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council January 21, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4d
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Resolution Authorizing Grant Application to Federal Transportation Alternatives
Program for the Northwestern BNSF Trail Crossing
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution authorizing a grant application for
Federal funding of a pedestrian and bike grade separated crossing of the BNSF rail line.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: This improvement is consistent with the City Councils adopted
Connect the Park sidewalk, trail and bikeway system plan.
SUMMARY: Staff has begun implementation of the Connect the Park Citywide sidewalk, trail
and bikeway system plan. The City is actively searching for funding sources and partnering
opportunities to create successful enhancement to the pedestrian and biking system.
The Metropolitan Council is facilitating the allocation of six million dollars of Federal funding
for non-motorized transportation improvement projects in the metro area for construction in
2017. The City would like to apply for funding of a pedestrian bridge over the BNSF railroad
near Dakota Park and for a sidewalk along Edgewood Avenue to Cedar Lake Road. The bridge is
expected to be located between Peter Hobart Elementary School and the Dakota Park baseball
field. The bridge and sidewalk is defined in our “Connect the Park!” system plan for
construction in 2019.
Staff has hired the consultant firm of WSB & Associates to help with concept engineering and
grant writing necessary for the application submittal. The application is due to the Metropolitan
Council by January 31, 2014.
The City has engaged the St. Louis Park School District to gain their support for the application
and project. The City and School staffs believe this pedestrian overpass is a great way to support
the “Safe Routes to School” program, expand the schools walk shed, and increase safety for
students.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Passing this resolution will enable the City
to apply for up to one million dollars of federal funding. The City is responsible for 20 percent
of the eligible project construction costs, as well as engineering. General obligation bonds are
currently budgeted for the “Connect the Park!” and will be used as the City’s financial
commitment to the project.
VISION CONSIDERATION: St. Louis Park is committed to being a connected and engaged
community.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Federal Grant Project Map
Prepared by: Jack Sullivan, Senior Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4d) Page 2
Title: Resolution Authorizing Grant Application to Federal Transportation Alternatives Program
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOULTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO
THE FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM FOR
THE NORTHWESTERN BNSF TRAIL CROSSING
WHERAS, The Metropolitan Council coordinates applications for funding under the
Federal Transportation Alternatives Program Fund; and
WHERAS, the City Council of St. Louis Park unanimously adopted the 10-year
“Connect the Park!” Initiative to add additional sidewalk, trails, bike lanes, and bikeways
throughout the community over the next 10 years; and
WHERAS, the Northwestern BNSF Trail Crossing is a critical component of the
“Connect the Park!” Plan as it provides access to the North Cedar Lake Regional Trail and
improves north-south pedestrian and bicycle connections in St. Louis Park near Dakota Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of St. Louis Park
supports the Federal Transportation Alternatives Application to the Metropolitan Council by the
City of St. Louis Park and that the Council accepts the responsibility for an amount equal to or
greater than 20 percent of the eligible project construction costs, together with costs for design,
administration or other soft costs.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 21, 2014
City Manager
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4d)
Title: Resolution Authorizing Grant Application to Federal Transportation Alternatives Program Page 3
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4e
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Resolution to Disburse Remaining Greensboro Square Housing Improvement Area (HIA) Project
Fund Balance
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution to disburse remaining Greensboro HIA
Project Fund Balance of $41,451.23 to the Greensboro Square Condominium Association’s
replacement reserve fund.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the Council support Greensboro Square Condominium
Association’s request to allow remaining HIA project funds of $41,451.23 to be deposited into the
Association’s replacement reserve fund, consistent with the Development Agreement?
SUMMARY: The Greensboro HIA was established in December 2011 and a Development
Agreement between the City and Association was executed in April 2012. The final HIA project costs
were $3,315,640 for common area improvements. 69 of the 260 owners pre-paid the fee and the
remaining owners will repay the fee over a twenty year period via their real estate taxes.
The improvements included: Site Work: Complete asphalt pavement replacement including grade
repairs, new concrete curb and gutter. Repair water main, sanitary sewer and storm sewer. Resident
Buildings: Remove siding and replace with new flux mansard design. New aluminum fronts
(windows/doors) at condo building, front, back, and side entries. Repair balconies as needed and
repaint all balconies. Repair voids at slabs and patios. Garages Repairs: Brick removal and siding
install, wall and roof framing repairs. Install perimeter drain tile, new roof, new garage doors as
required and install garage lockers.
The Development Agreement allows for the Project Fund balance to be deposited in the Replacement
Reserve Fund for future common area improvements. The Board submitted their final disbursement
request December 13, 2013 and requested the payout of the remaining balance which is $41,451.23.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: The project fund has been held by the City and
funds have been disbursed for all construction and all soft costs including the City’s administrative fee
of $11,974.92. The disbursement of the remaining project funds to Greensboro Square Condominium
Association’s reserve replacement fund has no impact on the City’s budget and will be required to be
repaid to the City as part of the larger loan the City provided to the Association and its residents.
VISION CONSIDERATION: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a well-maintained and
diverse housing stock.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Prepared by: Marney Olson, Housing Programs Coordinator
Reviewed by: Michele Schnitker, Housing Supervisor
Brian Swanson, Controller
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4e) Page 2
Title: Resolution to Disburse Remaining Greensboro Square HIA Project Fund Balance
RESOLUTION NO. 14 - ____
RESOLUTION APPROVING DISBURSEMENT OF REMAINING PROJECT FUND
BALANCE IN THE AMOUNT OF $41,451.23 TO THE GREENSBORO SQUARE
CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION’S REPLACMENT RESERVE FUND
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park as follows:
WHEREAS, The City of St. Louis Park ("City") is authorized under Minnesota Statutes, Sections
428A.11 to 428A.21 to establish by ordinance a housing improvement area within which housing
improvements are made or constructed and the costs of the improvements are paid in whole or in part
from fees imposed within the area; and
WHEREAS, by Ordinance No. 2406-11 adopted December 5, 2011, the St. Louis Park City
Council (the “Council”) established Greensboro Condominium Association Housing Improvement Area
in order to facilitate certain improvements (the “Improvements”) to property known as Greensboro
Square; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 11-134 adopted December 5, 2011, the Council imposed housing
improvement fees on housing units in the Greensboro Condominium Housing Improvement Area in order
to finance the Improvements; and
WHEREAS, the City and Greensboro Square Condominium Association (the “Association”)
entered into a Development Agreement (the “Agreement”) on April 12, 2012, establishing a Project Fund
for the Improvements and providing for the application of any Project Fund balance upon completion of
the Improvements; and
WHEREAS, the improvements have been completed and there is an excess balance of
$41,451.23 in the Project Fund; and
WHEREAS, Section 3.6 (b) of the Agreement provides that the Council by resolution may
disburse all or any portion of such excess Project Fund balance to the Association for deposit into the
replacement reserve fund maintained by the Association (the “Replacement Reserve Fund”); and
WHEREAS, the Association has requested that the remaining Project Fund balance be disbursed
to the Replacement Reserve Fund pursuant to the Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that
disbursement of the Greensboro Association’s remaining Project Fund balance of $45,451.23 to the
Replacement Reserve Fund maintained by the Association is hereby approved.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 21, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4f
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: 2013 Pay Equity Report
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to approve 2013 Pay Equity Report.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does Council wish to approve the 2013 Pay Equity Report?
SUMMARY: The City is required to comply with the 1984 Local Government Pay Equity Act,
MS 471.991-471.999 and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 3920. The report must include data as of
December 31, 2013 and be submitted to the Minnesota Management and Budget office (MMB)
by January 31, 2014. Prior to submission to MMB, the governing body of the jurisdiction must
approve the report.
Pay equity reporting requirements are very specific. The data shown is required to be submitted
to MMB. The attached information shows wage and benefit data for all classes of City
employees who work at least 14 hours per week and 67 days per year (100 days in the case of
students). MMB will fully review our report and notify us some time in 2014 whether we are “in
compliance” or “out of compliance.” A preliminary statistical analysis of the data using the
MMB Pay Equity Software shows that the City of St. Louis Park is in compliance with Pay
Equity parameters.
After approval by Council, Human Resources will submit the report to MMB indicating that the
Council has reviewed and approved the report.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: 2013 Pay Equity Report
Prepared by: Ali Fosse, HR Coordinator
Reviewed by: Nancy Deno, Deputy City Manager/HR Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Compliance Report
Jurisdiction:
Contact:Phone:
St. Louis Park
5005 Minnetonka Boulevard
St. Louis Park MN 55416
2014
Case:
Report Year:
1 - 2014 DATA (Private (Jur Only))
Ali Fosse afosse@stlouispark.org(952) 928-2846 E-Mail:
The statistical analysis, salary range and exceptional service pay test results are shown below. Part I is general information
from your pay equity report data. Parts II, III and IV give you the test results.
For more detail on each test, refer to the Guide to Pay Equity Compliance and Computer Reports.
I. GENERAL JOB CLASS INFORMATION
Male
Classes
Female
Classes
Balanced
Classes
All Job
Classes
# Job Classes
# Employees
Avg. Max Monthly
Pay per employee
II. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS TEST
A. Underpayment Ratio =
Male
Classes
Female
Classes
a. # At or above Predicted Pay
b. # Below Predicted Pay
c. TOTAL
d. % Below Predicted Pay
(b divided by c = d)
*
*(Result is % of male classes below predicted pay divided by % of female classes below predicted pay.)
B. T-test Results
Degrees of Freedom (DF) = Value of T =
a. Avg. diff. in pay from predicted pay for male jobs =
b. Avg. diff. in pay from predicted pay for female jobs =
III. SALARY RANGE TEST = (Result is A divided by B)
A. Avg. # of years to max salary for male jobs =
B. Avg. # of years to max salary for female jobs =
IV. EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE PAY TEST = (Result is B divided by A)
A. % of male classes receiving ESP *
B. % of female classes receiving ESP
*(If 20% or less, test result will be 0.00)
53 33 10 96
186 59 30 275
6,794.92 6,245.73 6,501.94
101.18
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26 16
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49.06 48.48
243 -0.774
$21
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4.40
4.52
0.00
3.77
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City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4f)
Title: 2013 Pay Equity Report
Page 2
Job
Nbr
Class
Title
Nbr
Males
Nbr
Females
Class
Type
Jobs
Points
Min Mo
Salary
Max Mo
Salary
Yrs to Max
Salary
Yrs of
Service
Exceptional
Service Pay
2014 DATACase:
St. Louis Park
Job Class Data Entry Verification List 1286LGID:
1 Entry Level Seasonal Worker (S 2 2 B 47 $1,300.00 $1,820.00 1.00
4 Police Cadet (S) 3 0 M 48 $1,357.00 $1,933.00 1.00
6 Intern I (S) 1 0 M 48 $1,357.00 $1,933.00 1.00
29 Level 1 Administrative Support 0 2 F 51 $4,088.00 $4,656.00 4.50
7 Experienced Seasonal Worker (s 2 0 M 54 $1,607.00 $2,574.00 1.00
11 Lead Seasonal Worker (s) 2 0 M 55 $1,856.00 $2,635.00 1.00
30 Level 2 Administrative Support 0 9 F 55 $4,366.00 $4,983.00 4.50
31 Cable Program Producer 2 1 B 55 $4,366.00 $4,983.00 4.50
104 Accounting Clerk 0 4 F 55 $4,366.00 $4,983.00 4.50
111 Intern II (s) 1 1 B 55 $1,856.00 $2,635.00 1.00
112 Office Assistant II (s) 0 2 F 55 $1,856.00 $2,635.00 1.00
32 Permit Technician 1 2 B 57 $4,506.00 $5,147.00 4.50
20 Public Service Worker 37 0 M 58 $4,307.00 $5,356.00 4.00
33 CSO Coordinator 1 0 M 58 $4,575.00 $5,229.00 4.50
16 Advanced Seasonal Worker (s) 3 0 M 61 $2,125.00 $3,382.00 1.00
21 Mechanic 7 0 M 61 $5,118.00 $5,517.00 2.00
34 Assessing Technician 0 1 F 61 $4,784.00 $5,474.00 4.50
35 Level 3 Administrative Support 0 7 F 61 $4,784.00 $5,474.00 4.50
36 Maintenance Technician 1 0 M 61 $4,784.00 $5,474.00 4.50
38 Solid Waste Field Inspector 1 0 M 61 $4,784.00 $5,474.00 4.50
109 Communications Specialist 0 1 F 61 $4,784.00 $5,474.00 4.50
110 Volunteer Coordinator 0 1 F 61 $4,784.00 $5,474.00 4.50
39 Payroll Specialist 0 1 F 63 $4,923.00 $5,638.00 4.50
28 Dispatcher 0 7 F 64 $4,964.00 $5,770.00 5.00
19 Intern III (S) 1 0 M 65 $2,553.00 $4,559.00 1.00
41 Level 4 Administrative Support 0 2 F 65 $5,062.00 $5,802.00 4.50
42 TV Coordinator 2 0 M 65 $5,062.00 $5,802.00 4.50
43 Information Systems Specialist 2 0 M 65 $5,062.00 $5,802.00 4.50
113 Associate Appraiser (s) 0 1 F 65 $2,553.00 $4,559.00 6.00
114 NPDES Inspector (s) 1 0 M 65 $2,553.00 $4,559.00 1.00
115 Naturalist/Programmer (s) 1 2 B 65 $2,553.00 $4,559.00 1.00
116 Seasonal Supervisor (s) 2 1 B 65 $2,553.00 $4,559.00 1.00
23 Firefighter 12 0 M 66 $5,575.00 $6,590.00 3.00 Longevity
44 Naturalist 2 1 B 66 $5,132.00 $5,884.00 4.50
45 Public Housing Specialist 0 1 F 66 $5,132.00 $5,884.00 4.50
46 Recreation Coordinator 0 1 F 66 $5,132.00 $5,884.00 4.50
47 Community Liaison 0 1 F 68 $5,271.00 $6,047.00 4.50
48 Planning/EDA Associate 1 1 B 68 $5,271.00 $6,047.00 4.50
49 IT Technician 3 0 M 69 $5,341.00 $6,129.00 4.50
69 Housing Programs Coordinator 0 1 F 69 $5,341.00 $6,129.00 4.50
24 Fire Lieutenant 4 1 M 72 $6,890.00 $7,177.00 1.00 Longevity
25 Police Officer 31 7 M 72 $5,045.00 $7,378.00 12.00
50 Engineering Technician III 3 1 B 75 $5,758.00 $6,621.00 4.50
51 Maintenance Mech. Coordinator 1 0 M 75 $5,758.00 $6,621.00 4.50
52 Environmental Specialist 0 1 F 75 $5,758.00 $6,621.00 4.50
53 Section 8 Housing Manager 0 1 F 76 $5,827.00 $6,702.00 4.50
54 Appraiser I 1 0 M 76 $5,827.00 $6,702.00 4.50
22 Field Supervisor 6 0 M 77 $6,216.00 $6,713.00 2.00
56 Assistant Zoning Administrator 1 0 M 78 $5,967.00 $6,866.00 4.50
57 Inspector 12 0 M 78 $5,967.00 $6,866.00 4.50
59 Recreation Supervisor 2 0 M 78 $6,108.00 $7,032.00 4.50
60 Accountant 0 1 F 78 $6,108.00 $7,032.00 4.50
117 Inspector (s) 1 0 M 78 $3,553.00 $5,044.00 1.00
61 Appraiser II 0 1 F 79 $6,036.00 $6,948.00 4.50
62 City Clerk 0 1 F 80 $6,830.00 $7,882.00 4.50
63 Commercial Appraiser 0 1 F 80 $6,830.00 $7,882.00 4.50
65 Office Manager 0 1 F 80 $6,830.00 $7,882.00 4.50
66 Fire Captain 3 0 M 81 $6,923.00 $7,991.00 4.50
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City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4f)
Title: 2013 Pay Equity Report Page 3
Job
Nbr
Class
Title
Nbr
Males
Nbr
Females
Class
Type
Jobs
Points
Min Mo
Salary
Max Mo
Salary
Yrs to Max
Salary
Yrs of
Service
Exceptional
Service Pay
2014 DATACase:
St. Louis Park
Job Class Data Entry Verification List 1286LGID:
67 Senior Accountant 0 1 F 83 $7,108.00 $8,209.00 4.50
68 Communications Coordinator 1 0 M 84 $7,201.00 $8,318.00 4.50
70 Public Housing Manager 0 1 F 84 $7,201.00 $8,318.00 4.50
71 Environmental Coordinator 1 0 M 86 $7,386.00 $8,536.00 4.50
73 HR Coordinator 0 1 F 86 $7,386.00 $8,536.00 4.50
74 Inspection Services Manager 0 1 F 86 $7,386.00 $8,536.00 4.50
75 Nature Center Manager 1 0 M 86 $7,386.00 $8,536.00 4.50
76 Senior Planner 1 0 M 86 $7,386.00 $8,536.00 4.50
118 Temporary Supervisor (s) 1 0 M 86 $4,333.00 $7,800.00 1.00
77 Economic Development Coord 1 0 M 88 $7,571.00 $8,754.00 4.50
78 Equip Supt 1 0 M 88 $7,571.00 $8,754.00 4.50
27 Police Sergeant 8 0 M 90 $7,965.00 $8,349.00 3.00
72 Finance Supervisor 1 0 M 90 $7,756.00 $8,972.00 4.50
80 Assistant Fire Chief 3 0 M 90 $7,756.00 $8,972.00 4.50
81 Chief Building Official 1 0 M 90 $7,756.00 $8,972.00 4.50
83 Organizational Dev. Coord. 0 1 F 90 $7,756.00 $8,972.00 4.50
84 Public Works Coordinator 1 0 M 90 $7,756.00 $8,972.00 4.50
85 City Assessor (market) 1 0 M 90 $8,686.00 $10,065.00 4.50
106 Utilities Superintendent 1 0 M 90 $7,756.00 $8,972.00 4.50
88 Sr. Engineering Project Mgr 2 0 M 94 $8,127.00 $9,408.00 4.50
89 Housing Supervisor 0 1 F 96 $8,392.00 $9,719.00 4.50
90 Police Lieutenant 2 1 B 96 $8,392.00 $9,719.00 4.50
91 Planning and Zoning Supervisor 0 1 F 96 $8,392.00 $9,719.00 4.50
107 Recreation Superintendent 1 0 M 96 $8,392.00 $9,719.00 4.50
92 Park Superintendent 1 0 M 100 $8,683.00 $10,062.00 4.50
93 City Engineer (market) 1 0 M 101 $9,515.00 $11,040.00 4.50
108 Public Works Superintendent 1 0 M 102 $8,868.00 $10,280.00 4.50
94 Controller 1 0 M 104 $9,053.00 $10,498.00 4.50
95 Deputy Police Chief 1 0 M 104 $9,053.00 $10,498.00 4.50
96 Fire Chief 1 0 M 110 $9,523.00 $11,050.00 4.50
98 Inspections Director 1 0 M 110 $9,523.00 $11,050.00 4.50
100 Chief Information Officer 1 0 M 110 $9,523.00 $11,050.00 4.50
102 Engineering Director 0 1 F 113 $9,798.00 $11,373.00 4.50
105 Community Dev Director 1 0 M 113 $9,798.00 $11,373.00 4.50
97 Deputy City Manager 0 1 F 118 $10,254.00 $11,910.00 4.50
99 Operations and Rec Director 0 1 F 119 $10,348.00 $12,021.00 4.50
101 Police Chief 1 0 M 119 $10,348.00 $12,021.00 4.50
103 City Manager 1 0 M 138 $13,514.00 $14,257.00 4.50
96Job Number Count:
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City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4f)
Title: 2013 Pay Equity Report Page 4
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4g
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Reappointment of Representatives to the Community Education Advisory Commission
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to reappoint the following Commissioners as
representatives to the Community Education Advisory Commission with titles and terms as
listed:
Name Title Term Expiration
Gregg Lindberg City Council Representative 6/30/2015
Julia Ross At-large Commissioner 6/30/2015
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the Council wish to reappoint the Commissioners listed
above to serve on the Community Education Advisory Commission with titles and terms as
listed?
SUMMARY: Newly elected City Councilmember Gregg Lindberg was appointed by the City
Council on October 14, 2010, to be an At-large Commissioner to the Community Education
Advisory Commission and was reappointed on September 4, 2012, to an additional three-year
term, expiring June 30, 2015. Gregg is the current Chair of the CEAC. Former Councilmember
Julia Ross was appointed by the City Council to serve as the City Council Representative to the
CEAC, with a term expiring June 30, 2015.
CEAC Liaison Lisa Greene has been consulted, and both Mr. Lindberg and Ms. Ross would like
to continue serving on the Community Education Advisory Commission and are interested in
being reappointed to the position titles and terms listed above.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION: St. Louis Park is committed to being a connected and engaged
community.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: None.
Prepared by: Kay Midura, Office Assistant - City Clerk’s Office
Reviewed by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4h
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission 2014 Appointments
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution ratifying reappointments of Jim de
Lambert as Commissioner, Justin Riss as Alternate Commissioner, and Phillip Elkin as the
Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) member to the to the Basset Creek Watershed
Management Commission (BCWMC) to serve terms beginning February 1, 2014 and ending on
January 31, 2017.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Each member city is entitled to appoint one Commissioner, one
Alternate Commissioner, and one member to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of the
BCWMC. Does Council wish to appoint the commissioners as recommended?
BACKGROUND: The City of St. Louis Park is partially located in the Bassett Creek
Watershed. The BCWMC was established by a Joint Powers Agreement authorized under
Minnesota State Statues to oversee and coordinate the management of surface water between the
nine member cities, which include Crystal, Golden Valley, Medicine Lake, Minneapolis,
Minnetonka, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and St. Louis Park.
Commissioner Jim de Lambert and Alternate Commissioner Justin Riss have both agreed to
reappointment as members to the BCWMC for another three year term to expire January 31,
2017. Phillip Elkin, new Senior Engineering Project Manager, for St. Louis Park, has also
agreed to be appointed as a member to the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) of the
BCWMC. The TAC members participate and provide input on issues before the Commission,
but do not have voting privileges.
The Basset Creek Watershed Management Commission requires committee appointments to be
approved by Resolution.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Each member city is required to contribute
each year to the BCWMC general fund. The City’s assessment of costs associated with the
BCWMC fiscal year 2013 was $19,420. The fiscal year 2014 assessment of costs is $18,792.
VISION CONSIDERATION: The mission of the Bassett Creek Water Management
Commission is to control flooding and to maintain and enhance the quality of the surface and
ground water resources in the watershed. The BCWMC’s mission compliments the St. Louis
Park Strategic Directions regarding educating staff and public on environmental consciousness,
stewardship and best practices.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 4h) Page 2
Title: Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission Appointment
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION APPOINTING JIM DELAMBERT, COMMISSIONER
AND JUSTIN RISS, ALTERNATE COMMISSIONER
TO THE BASSETT CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION;
AND PHILLIP ELKIN, MEMBER TO THE TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park is partially located in the Bassett Creek
Watershed Management Commission area and is required under state law to manage its storm
water runoff; and
WHEREAS, the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission has been organized
under Minnesota State Statutes to manage the storm waters of cities whose boundaries fall within
the water management area; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park has adopted a Joint Powers Agreement joining
the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council, that the City of St.
Louis Park:
1. Appoint Jim de Lambert as Commissioner to the Bassett Creek Watershed Management
Commission to a three (3) year term expiring January 31, 2017.
2. Appoint Justin Riss as the Alternate Commissioner to the Bassett Creek Watershed
Management Commission to a three (3) year term expiring January 31, 2017.
3. Appoint Phillip Elkin as technical advisor member to the Bassett Creek Watershed
Management Commission Technical Advisor Committee to a three (3) year term expiring
January 31, 2017.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk shall, within 30 days of its
adoption, file a certified copy of this resolution with the Secretary of the Bassett Creek
Watershed Management Commission.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 21, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4i
MINUTES
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION: SUSTAINABLE SLP
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
December 11, 2013
Community Room, City Hall
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chris Anderson, Tim Brausen, Mark Eilers, Terry Gips, Caitlin
Glennon, Rachel Harris, Tom Hillstrom, Renee McGarvey, Cindy Larson O’Neil, Alex Sundvall,
Whitney Thesing, Judy Voigt
MEMBERS ABSENT: Mary Karius, Excused
STAFF PRESENT: Bridget Gothberg, Cindy Walsh
CONSULTANTS: Mike Lamb, Fred Rozumalski, Barr Engineering Company
1. The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m.
2. The minutes of the November 6, 2013 meeting were moved by the Chair and were
unanimously approved.
3. Election of Commission Chair for 2014
Commissioner McGarvey indicated that her work schedule would not allow her to move
from the Vice Chair to the Chair. And, she said that she would be happy to stay on as the
Vice Chair.
Commissioner Anderson moved and Commissioner Hillstrom seconded a motion to make
Commissioner Harris the Chair for 2014. It was unanimously approved.
Commissioner Gips reminded the group that they had agreed that there would be a gender
balance in the Chair and Vice Chair positions. Commissioner McGarvey said she would
step down from being the Vice Chair. It was moved by Commissioner Eilers and
seconded by Commissioner Anderson to approved Terry Gips as Vice Chair for 2014. It
was unanimously approved.
4. Unfinished Business
a. Commissioner Gips explained the Natural Step Process to the Commissioners.
He reviewed the background of the Natural Step Process. He reviewed the ABCD
process and how it could work in St. Louis Park. There was a good dialogue with
questions.
b. Green Steps and Natural Steps. There was focus on developing visioning and
systems. Finishing Green Steps can be a partner of the Natural Step process.
c. The focus leaned toward the concept of beginning the vision process for the
Natural Step Process and learning what else needs to be done in Green Steps.
Commissioner Hillstrom reminded the group to make sure that what we want to
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Title: Environment and Sustainability Commission: Sustainable SLP Meeting Minutes of December 11, 2013
do is feasible, cost effective, and has a return on investment. The commissioners
also felt strongly that they need to know more about what is already happening
with St. Louis Park. They also wanted to start the groups to begin working on
some of these ideas.
Mike Lamb will bring information to the next meeting, based on the
conversations and ideas of the Commissioners.
5. New Business:
a. The January meeting will be held on the 8th due to the fact that the first
Wednesday of the month would be January 1st. The meeting will be from 6:30-
8:30pm and will be held at the Community Room on the first floor of City Hall.
6. Communications:
a. Commissioner Rachel Harris shared how her Master’s Degree presentation went.
She thanked those who attended.
b. Commissioner Voigt shared the positive feedback from her neighborhood on the
new recycling, including the one-sort garbage and the organic pick-up.
7. The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Action Agenda Item: 8a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Accept Monetary Donation from the St. Louis Park Hockey Association
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a
monetary donation from the St. Louis Park Hockey Association in the amount of $200,000 to be
used for capital improvements at the Rec Center or other hockey related improvements within
the city that are agreeable to both the City of St. Louis Park and the St Louis Park Hockey
Association.
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.
The St. Louis Park Hockey Association donated $200,000 to be used for capital improvements at
the St. Louis Park Rec Center, or other hockey related improvements within the city, with the
understanding that the improvements have been agreed to by both parties. Staff has met with a
representative of the Hockey Association to discuss potential projects. It was agreed a portion of
the donation will be used to install a new Public Address system in the West Arena at The Rec
Center. The remaining money will be used for projects that both parties agree to. The Hockey
Association will be asked to attend an upcoming Study Session to discuss potential uses for this
money and future donations.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: This donation will be used for capital
improvements at The Rec Center or other hockey related improvements within the city that are
agreeable to both parties.
VISION CONSIDERATION: St. Louis Park is committed to being a connected and engaged
community.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Letter from Hockey Association
Prepared by: Stacy M. Voelker, Administrative Secretary
Jason Eisold, Rec Center Manager
Reviewed by: Cindy Walsh, Director of Parks & Recreation
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 8a) Page 2
Title: Accept Monetary Donation from the St. Louis Park Hockey Association
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION
IN THE AMOUNT OF $200,000 FROM THE ST. LOUIS PARK HOCKEY
ASSOCIATION FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AT THE REC CENTER OR
OTHER HOCKEY RELATED IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE CITY
WHEREAS, The City of St. Louis Park is required by State statute to authorize
acceptance of any donation; and
WHEREAS, the City Council must also ratify any restrictions placed on the donation by
the donor; and
WHEREAS, the St. Louis Park Hockey Association donated $200,000 to be used for
capital improvements at The Rec Center or other hockey related improvements within the city
with the understanding that the future improvements and the use of the funds are jointly
approved by the St. Louis Park Hockey Association Board and the City of St. Louis Park;
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 the St. Louis Park Hockey Association with
the understanding that the funds must be used for capital improvements at The Rec Center or
other hockey related improvements within the city that have been jointly approved by the St.
Louis Park Hockey Association and the City of St. Louis Park.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council January 21, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 8a)
Title: Accept Monetary Donation from the St. Louis Park Hockey Association Page 3
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 21, 2014
Action Agenda Item: 8b
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: 2014-2015 International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local #993 Labor Agreement
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving a Labor Agreement
between the City and the IAFF Local #993, establishing terms and conditions of employment for
two years, from 1/1/14 – 12/31/15.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does Council wish to approve the Labor Agreement between
the City and the Local #993 Union?
SUMMARY: Staff is pleased to bring to Council the details of this contract agreement between
the City and Union for 2014-2015. The City and the Local 993 Union have had several
negotiation sessions and have come to agreement on the following changes to the contract:
• Duration of 2 years (1/1/14 – 12/31/15).
• Wage increase of 2% for 2014 (consistent with non-union).
• Wage increase of 2.5% for 2015.
• Employer contribution for health insurance consistent with other groups for 2014 at $885
per month. If electing the high deductible health plan, the employer contribution is set at
$676.66 for premiums and $208.34 for VEBA contribution (consistent with other groups).
• Employer contribution same as other groups for 2015.
• A new pay type compensates Fire personnel for 30 minutes of overtime pay when they are
required to work without advance notice at a different station other than their regular
scheduled station. When a shift firefighter is called to service for a shift at the station
where they are not regularly scheduled, they need to come in early to gather their
equipment, supplies and other items so they can function out of the other station for that
24 hour shift. In order to be prepared to work out of the non-scheduled station, time is
needed by the employee prior to the start of the shift to move these items to the other
station so they are ready to handle calls at the start of the shift. Items also need to be
returned after the 24 hour shift. This pay is to compensate for the extra time needed by the
employee. Since this is a new pay type we are trying, it expires 12/31/15.
Staff is pleased with this agreement and recommends approval. The proposed contract is on file
with the City Clerk. More detail is available upon request.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: The amount recommended has been
included in the 2014 budget and will be incorporated into the 2015 budget.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Prepared by: Ali Fosse, HR Coordinator
Reviewed by: Nancy Deno, Deputy City Manager/HR Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 21, 2014 (Item No. 8b) Page 2
Title: 2014-2015 International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local #993 Labor Agreement
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LABOR AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
AND
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS, LOCAL #993
JANUARY 1, 2014 – DECEMBER 31, 2015
WHEREAS, the City and the Union have reached a negotiated settlement covering the
terms and conditions of a Labor Agreement as permitted by the State of Minnesota Public
Employees Labor Relations Act, and
WHEREAS, the City Council may enter into such agreements as authorized by its
Charter;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park that the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to execute a Collective Bargaining
Agreement, City Contract #______, between the City of St. Louis Park and International
Association of Firefighters (IAFF), Local #993, effective January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2015.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 21, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk