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AGENDA
FEBRUARY 18, 2014
(Mayor Jacobs Out)
6:00 p.m. BOARDS & COMMISSIONS INTERVIEWS – Westwood Room
6:30 p.m. SPECIAL STUDY SESSION – Council Chambers
Discussion Items
1. 6:30 p.m. Update on Fire Department Operations
7:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MEETING – Council Chambers
1. Call to Order
1a. Pledge of Allegiance
1b. Roll Call
2. Presentations – None
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. Study Session Minutes January 13, 2014
3b. City Council Meeting Minutes January 21, 2014
3c. Study Session Minutes January 27, 2014
3d. Special Study Session Minutes February 3, 2014
3e. City Council Meeting Minutes February 3, 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
5a. Appointment of Citizen Representative to Boards and Commissions
Recommended Action: Motion to appoint citizen representative Lisa Peilen as
Commissioner to the Planning Commission for a term which expires December 31, 2016.
6. Public Hearings
6a. Public Hearing to Consider Allocation of 2014 Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Funds
Recommended Action: Mayor to close the public hearing. Motion to Adopt Resolution
approving proposed use of 2014 Urban Hennepin County Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Program Funds and authorizing execution of Subrecipient
Agreement with Hennepin County and any Third Party Agreements.
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public -- None
Meeting of February 18, 2014
City Council Agenda
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items
8a. First Reading – Zoning Ordinance Amendments Related to Anaerobic Digesters
Recommended Action: Motion to approve First Reading of an Ordinance amending
Chapter 36 of the St. Louis Park Code of Ordinances relating to definitions and allowing
anaerobic digesters in the I-G General Industrial zoning district by conditional use
permit, and to set the Second Reading for March 3, 2014.
8b. Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #218 Police Sergeants Labor
Agreement 2014-2015
Recommended Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving a Labor Agreement
between the City and the LELS Local #218 Police Sergeants, establishing terms and
conditions of employment for two years, from 1/1/14 – 12/31/15.
8c. Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #220 Dispatch Labor Agreement 2014-
2015
Recommended Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving a Labor Agreement
between the City and the LELS Local #220 Police Dispatchers, establishing terms and
conditions of employment for two years, from 1/1/14 – 12/31/15.
8d. Mayor Pro Tem Policy
Recommended Action:
• Motion to Adopt Resolution amending the St. Louis Park City Council Rules of
Procedure relating to the appointment of the Mayor Pro Tem.
• Motion to Adopt Resolution amending and restating Resolution No. 14-003
regarding appointment of Councilmembers to the office of Mayor Pro Tem for 2014.
9. Communications – None
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Meeting of February 18, 2014
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CONSENT CALENDAR
4a. Adopt Resolution approving an On Sale Wine and 3.2 Malt Liquor license renewal for
Azeka, Inc., dba Brush Studio, 1651 Park Place Boulevard, for the license year term of
March 1, 2014 through March 1, 2015.
4b. Adopt Resolution to approve St. Louis Park Lions Club’s request for placing temporary
signs in the public right-of-way.
4c. Adopt Resolution accepting donation of 15 mattresses from TempurPedic International
LLC to the St. Louis Park Fire Department.
4d. Adopt Resolution accepting the Personal/Professional Service Agreement between the
City of St. Louis Park and Hennepin County, and authorizing the Mayor and City
Manager to execute this agreement.
4e.
Adopt Resolution authorizing final payment in the amount of $10,489.95 and accepting
work for the 2012 Random Concrete Repair project with Ron Kassa Construction, Inc.
Project Nos. 2012-0003, 0004, & 0006, City Contract No. 76-12.
4f. Adopt Resolution supporting MnDOT’s proposal to construct a noise wall along the
east side of Highway 169 between 14th and 16th Street West.
4g. Approve for filing Revised City Vendor Claims
4h. Approve for filing Planning Commission Minutes December 18, 2013.
4i. Approve for filing Fire Civil Service Commission Minutes December 18, 2013.
4j. Approve for filing Environment & Sustainability Commission Minutes January 8,
2013.
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Meeting: Special Study Session
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Discussion Item: 1
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Update on Fire Department Operations
RECOMMENDED ACTION: No action required. This report is intended to help facilitate the
discussion at the study session
POLICY CONSIDERATION: None at this time.
SUMMARY:
The topics that the Fire Chief will update City Council on are:
• Onboarding Process for New Fire Chief
• Recruitment and Retention Activities
• Emergency Operation Plan Update
• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
• Pilot Program w/ Park Nicollet Healthcare/Methodist Hospital; Post Discharge Firefighter
Visit
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Summary of Topics
Prepared by: Steve Koering, Fire Chief
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Special Study Session Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 1) Page 2
Title: Update on Fire Department Operations
Summary of Topics
Onboarding Process
As a part of the recruitment plan for the Fire Chief, specific measures were undertaken to help
integrate the new chief into the department (called “On Boarding”). Key action items that were
identified by fire department staff during the onboarding process were to improve
communication, establish standard operating guidelines, and develop ways to improve overall
staff engagement. Over the course of the last 90 days the Chief has met with every employee for
a one on one visit to discuss opportunities for change and affirmation of those areas that are
working. In addition a process has been developed to produce, approve and maintain a current
set of standard operating guidelines, and a new staff engagement survey process is being tested.
Recruitment and Retention
Due to retirements in 2014 that may total as many as three individuals it has become necessary to
evaluate our current employee lists and how we might replace any Paid on Call that moves into
the career side. We are currently at 24 Paid on Call which is our authorized strength. As we
prepare to replace firefighters we are also faced with the reality that we are also replacing some
senior leaders as well. We have already begun thinking about our selection process and
organizational structure to adapt to the model we deliver today.
Emergency Operations Plan
The current plan is in need of revision and considerable updates. Work is currently underway to
bring the plan up to date as compared to the Hennepin County Plan. We are currently working
on three different exercises that will be deployed early in 2014 to help bring staff up to date and
gain a level of comfort of what is expected during an emergency event. Finalizing updates to the
EOC at The Police Department and finishing the last items of the EOC at the Fire Station are
planned for 2014.
Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT)
The City Manager has asked the Fire Chief to investigate the implementation of CERT. This
program, which has been implemented in other communities, educates residents who volunteer
to be a part of CERT about disaster preparedness for hazards that may impact their area and
trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team
organization, and disaster medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and
during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following
an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. The “Team”
consists of citizen volunteers so that it becomes neighbors helping neighbors. The Fire
Department is the connection to the City, supplying the training and maintaining their readiness.
Staff feels this is another way we can also achieve our Strategic Direction of “connecting and
engaging the community”.
Pilot Program with Park Nicollet Healthcare/Methodist Hospital; Post Discharge
Firefighter Visit
The efforts continue to develop and plan for a pilot program where the fire department plays an
integral role in reducing the readmissions of high risk patients.
The problem hospitals experience is the gap in time after the patient leaves the hospital and is
then seen by Home Care or goes to their first Primary Care visit. During this time the patient is
really left to their own devices and in some cases it is during this gap that something will happen
that causes the patient to access care through 911 (which we respond to) and is then readmitted.
Special Study Session Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 1) Page 3
Title: Update on Fire Department Operations
In many cases the issue could have been easily resolved had a visit occurred in the home
environment prior to the 911 call. Examples of tasks that would benefit the patient are as
follows:
• Validate the patients understanding of their discharge orders.
• Confirming prescriptions match with what was prescribed.
• Did the patient actually pick up the prescription?
• Could be that some symptoms are normal and the patient needs reassurance.
• Does the patient have family or friends that are checking in?
These are just a few examples of the kind of positive impact having a resource showing up in this
window of time can deliver. By managing this pre-911 situation the patient gets to stay in the
home, Park Nicollet reduces their costs and the overall patient/resident experience is improved.
Why should the City and its Fire Department be involved?
The concept being discussed is for the City’s fire personnel to partner with Park Nicollet to
undertake the visits to certain patients shortly after their discharge to preventively address issues
that might result in another 911 call and re-admittance into the hospital. After considerable
research into this issue and our discussions with Park Nicollet’s team there were several benefits
identified either for the City and/or Park Nicollet by the City undertaking the initial home visits.
The following is a summary list:
• Prevent unnecessary 911 calls and the associated costs for which there is no offsetting revenue.
• Improve the lives of our residents, some of whom are our most vulnerable, consistent with
the City’s Health in the Park initiative, which is also a partnership with Park Nicollet.
• Firefighters are among the most trusted members within the care spectrum.
• Firefighters are licensed, vetted, uniformed, and dispatched.
• Firefighters have the necessary training, and the needs of these patients conform to the
scope of practice firefighters are trained to do.
• Fire operations are scalable and can meet the unpredictable demands on the system.
• St. Louis Park Fire Department is already seeing a number of these patients post 911.
• Provides potential revenue source to the City relating to the home visits.
The pilot is intended to determine whether this initiative and such a partnership makes sense.
The close partnership and relationship between the two organizations (the City and PNHC)
already affords access to improved services, and this will extend that list. The City’s focus on
community wellness and safer communities becomes an integral component of this program and
a revenue stream to recover costs and potentially fund future growth could become a reality.
Additionally, the Park Nicollet Foundation is extremely interested in discussing how they might
support this, including partnering with outside funding sources.
Next Steps
Park Nicollet along with City of St Louis Park personnel will facilitate planning meetings guided
by their Lean process management structure. The purpose of these meeting will be to identify
the needs and solutions for all concerned while moving towards a mock patient visit and
ultimately a go live date sometime in early April. The parameters including timing, length of the
pilot and outcome measurements will be defined as part of the planning process.
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Minutes: 3a
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
JANUARY 13, 2014
The meeting convened at 6:33 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Pro Tem Susan Sanger, Tim Brausen (arrived at 6:35 p.m.),
Steve Hallfin, Gregg Lindberg, Anne Mavity (arrived at 7:34 p.m.), and Jake Spano.
Councilmembers absent: Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Director of Engineering (Ms. Heiser), Director of
Community Development (Mr. Locke), Housing Supervisor (Ms. Schnitker), Organizational
Development Coordinator (Ms. Gothberg), Housing Programs Coordinator (Ms. Olson),
Communications Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
Guests: April Crockett (Mn/DOT) and Jennifer Welch (Collective Wisdom, LLC).
1. Future Study Session Agenda Planning – January 27, 2014
Mr. Harmening presented the proposed study session agenda for January 27, 2014. He indicated
that Mayor Jacobs earlier raised the Mayor Pro Tem issue and asked when Council would like to
have that item placed on a study session agenda.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the City Council to place the Mayor Pro Tem item on
the study session agenda for February 10th or 24th.
2. TH 169 – Noise Wall Project
Ms. Heiser presented the staff report and introduced Ms. April Crockett from Mn/DOT.
Ms. Crockett explained that a noise wall is proposed on the east side of TH 169 near 16th Street
and Mn/DOT will remove the existing concrete panels and construct a 20’ noise wall ten feet off
the property line and will extend the noise wall as far north as possible. She advised that
Mn/DOT would like to hold an open house the end of January to get feedback from adjacent
property owners. She indicated that Mn/DOT has also been working with City staff on the
potential access closure at 16th Street, similar to the closure at 22nd and 23rd Streets where
Mn/DOT installed a visual barrier. She pointed out the noise wall and potential access closure
would be done in two separate processes. She added the City is looking at some local traffic
modeling to see where local traffic would go and Mn/DOT staff will return in February to further
discuss access closure.
Councilmember Brausen requested confirmation that the upcoming open house is only about the
noise wall and not the possible access closure.
Ms. Crockett confirmed that the open house is about the noise wall only.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 3a) Page 2
Title: Study Session Minutes of January 13, 2014
Ms. Heiser stated that staff is working on the traffic study and wants to have a good idea about
local traffic before the access closure conversation with Mn/DOT.
Councilmember Spano asked what the noise wall will look like on the resident side and asked
about plans for vegetation in the surrounding area.
Ms. Crockett stated the noise wall would look like the barrier at 22nd and 23rd Streets except it
will be 20’ tall, adding that the noise wall looks the same on both sides and Mn/DOT maintains a
10’ maintenance strip so there will be no plantings in the area.
Councilmember Spano stated he was not sure how much space there was between the end of
Mn/DOT’s property and the curb line and indicated he would like to know if the City has the
ability to do any planting on the resident side if residents want that, with the understanding that
Mn/DOT would still maintain access to their 10’ maintenance strip.
Ms. Heiser agreed to review the site plan to determine if landscaping can be installed in or near
the right of way.
It was the consensus of the City Council to proceed with the open house regarding the noise wall
project.
3. 2014 City Council Workshop
Mr. Harmening presented the staff report and introduced Ms. Jennifer Welch who will facilitate
Friday’s session of the workshop. He suggested the workshop start at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday and
concludes about 9:00 p.m. with the Friday session starting around 8:30 a.m. and concluding at
4:00 p.m. at a venue to be determined. He suggested the Thursday session be reserved for
relational learning and Friday’s session focus on housing. He also suggested that a committee of
two or three Councilmembers be selected to work with staff and the consultant on refining the
outcomes and preparing an agenda for the workshop.
Councilmember Spano stated he would like to talk about homelessness, particularly around
youth, and referenced an earlier discussion about the number of homeless youth in the
community, adding he was not sure if the workshop was the proper venue for this discussion.
Councilmember Brausen felt that a discussion about legal principles was important so that
Council better understands its role and what latitude it has in making decisions around housing.
Mr. Harmening suggested that the legal principle discussion occur on Thursday evening.
Councilmember Hallfin suggested that Council review its policy on vacant land and how the City
can get further involved in developing vacant land.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger stated this discussion could include whether the City can and should be
more proactive in seeking the kind of housing it wants rather than waiting for developers. She
also indicated that the City should consider whether to proactively buy land. She requested that
Council also discuss whether it is comfortable entertaining a request for TIF assistance for single
family move-up housing.
Councilmember Spano felt it was important for Council as a group to decide what its priorities
are, including whether the City should be purchasing vacant land and whether the City should
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 3a) Page 3
Title: Study Session Minutes of January 13, 2014
use an RFP process for vacant land that spells out what the City is interested in seeing on these
parcels, i.e., single family, multi-family, affordable housing, etc.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger requested that staff provide Council with the most recent data on
affordable housing for both rental and owner occupied housing in the City and surrounding
suburbs.
It was the consensus of the City Council to appoint Councilmembers Hallfin, Lindberg, and
Spano to work with staff and the consultant on the workshop agenda
4. Architectural Design Standards for New and Remodeled Homes in Existing
Neighborhoods
Ms. Schnitker presented the staff report.
Ms. Olson advised that staff talked to a number of communities as well as the Urban Land
Institute and League and learned that most communities are using only their existing zoning and
building codes and chose not to move forward with architectural design standards.
Councilmember Spano referenced the last sentence of the background paragraph on page 2 of the
staff report and questioned how the City would define “existing character of a neighborhood”
and whether a design standard takes precedence over the existing character of a neighborhood or
vice versa.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger stated she has received numerous complaints about the way that houses
or additions are designed and that are frequently a major aesthetic detraction because the
homeowner did not pay attention to scale, etc. She stated if Council is going to look at this issue,
Council should also look at the advantages of having houses that are better designed and how
that might improve the City’s tax base.
Councilmember Brausen felt it was doubtful the City could adopt these types of regulations.
Councilmember Hallfin agreed the City cannot dictate what a house or addition looks like and
added that design guidelines provide no enforcement power for the City.
Councilmember Mavity stated her concern was less about design and more about looking at how
new construction or remodeling fits into the overall neighborhood, especially as it relates to
massing and envisioned something where a resident can expand up to a percentage increase over
what currently exists so that residents can expand but not create huge homes. She stated she did
not know if property values are being impacted by these projects and added she was not
comfortable with over correcting and did not want to stop people from expanding.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of the majority of the City Council to take no
further action at this time as it relates to architectural design standards for new and remodeled
homes in existing neighborhoods.
5. Review of 2014 Legislative Issues and Priorities
Mr. Harmening presented the staff report and draft list of legislative issues and priorities.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 3a) Page 4
Title: Study Session Minutes of January 13, 2014
Councilmember Brausen agreed with continued support for the Southwest LRT project and with
the TIF modifications. He stated he also agreed with the sales tax exemption for Joint Powers
Associations. He added he was in favor of legalizing medicinal marijuana and would like the
City to take a position in favor of the legalization of medicinal marijuana.
Councilmember Mavity felt the issue of legalizing medicinal marijuana requires more research
and preferred that the City remain silent on the issue and wait to see what happens in those states
where it is currently legal. She stated she was okay with eliminating the requirement for paid
publication of legal notices, but wanted the City to continue to communicate through the City
newspaper because not all residents have access to the Internet.
Councilmember Lindberg stated that while he did not feel strongly on the medicinal marijuana
issue, he agreed the issue requires more information and the City should be silent on the matter
for the time being.
Councilmember Hallfin agreed the City should not take a position regarding medicinal
marijuana. He felt that the City should send a strong statement to its legislators about taking a
closer look at what is happening with fiscal disparities.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger agreed the City should not yet take a position regarding medicinal
marijuana. She agreed that the statements regarding fiscal disparities should be stronger.
Mr. Harmening distributed additional information regarding legislative priorities from Fire Chief
Koering and from Mr. Hoffman. He explained that Mr. Koering has asked for Council’s support
in asking the legislature to authorize the disbursement of the Fire Safety Account money that is
used for fire training. He discussed the Community EMT program and stated staff has been
talking to Park Nicollet about this program, adding that a lot of cities are looking into the
Community EMT program as part of the Affordable Care Act and further information will be
presented to Council in the near future.
It was the consensus of the City Council to add a priority relative to improved regional
transportation funding. It was also the consensus of the City Council to remove the Community
EMT program from the 2014 Legislative Issues and Priorities list at this time, as the Council
would like to learn more about the program first. It was the also the consensus of the City
Council to approve the remaining list of legislative priorities received from Fire Chief Koering
and from Mr. Hoffman.
Communications/Meeting Check-In (Verbal)
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger referenced the draft response to the recent email from Safety in the Park
and advised that Councilmember Spano suggested a revision to the last sentence, which was
approved by all Councilmembers present. She stated she would send the suggested revision to
Mayor Jacobs for his approval prior to sending the response.
Councilmember Brausen referenced written report #8 regarding PLACE and asked if the City’s
General Industrial zoning would support residential.
Mr. Harmening replied that the area would need to be rezoned.
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Title: Study Session Minutes of January 13, 2014
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger suggested that PLACE be required to meet certain conditions and
standards that are compatible with residential housing and also suggested that PLACE be
required to submit plans for the entire project and not just the digester.
Mr. Harmening reported that he has been participating in the Faith Community Table, a group
that was put together by several churches and grown to include twelve faith communities in the
City, and advised that the Faith Community Table met last week and discussed STEP and the
increasing demand for services. He asked if Council was interested in having the City provide
some kind of match incentive for the upcoming Empty Bowls event.
Councilmember Mavity expressed concern about doing too much and felt the City should be a
little cautious about becoming a grantor for STEP. She stated that STEP recently learned it lost
some of their funding for rent subsidies and suggested that the City consider using the HRA to
provide some short term rent subsidy gaps.
Councilmember Hallfin suggested that the City purchase the compostable materials for the
Empty Bowls event to make it a zero waste event.
The meeting adjourned at 8:54 p.m.
Written Reports provided and documented for recording purposes only:
6. November 2013 Financial Report
7. Arts and Culture Grant Guidelines
8. Update on PLACE Redevelopment Concept for Former McGarvey Site
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Susan Sanger, Mayor Pro Tem
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Minutes: 3b
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
JANUARY 21, 2014
1. Call to Order
Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, Tim Brausen, Gregg Lindberg, Anne Mavity,
Susan Sanger, and Jake Spano.
Councilmembers absent: Steve Hallfin.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Deputy City Manager/Director of Human
Resources (Ms. Deno), Director of Operations and Recreation (Ms. Walsh), Fire Chief (Mr.
Koering), Recreation Superintendent (Mr. West), Rec Center Manager (Mr. Eisold), and
Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
Guest: Brad Meier (President, TwinWest Chamber of Commerce)
1a. Pledge of Allegiance
1b. Roll Call
2. Presentations
2a. TwinWest Chamber of Commerce Update
Mayor Jacobs introduced Mr. Brad Meier, President of the TwinWest Chamber of
Commerce.
Mr. Meier thanked Council for the opportunity to present and also thanked Mr.
Harmening for his service on the TwinWest Board. He discussed TwinWest’s mission
and 2014 State priorities and advised that the Chamber’s priorities include repealing the
three business-to-business taxes; in addition, TwinWest has written a letter to the
Governor supporting the shallow tunnel proposal for SWLRT. He advised that
TwinWest’s other State priorities for 2014 include environmental permitting and the
minimum wage issue. He indicated that local priorities for 2014 include continued
participation in its member’s State of the City events and distributed a schedule of 2014
State of the City events. He advised that TwinWest is also working with NAIOP on their
local government transparency efforts pertaining to the budget. He reported that the
TwinWest Foundation has collected and distributed approximately $1 million to high
school students to use for their education and is currently in the second year of a pilot
program at Meadowbrook funding a teacher in preschool and they have seen good results
with this program.
Councilmember Mavity expressed her appreciation for TwinWest’s support of SWLRT
and asked about TwinWest’s position or ideas on financing the SWLRT project.
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Title: City Council Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2014
Mr. Meier replied that TwinWest would like to see the light rail project funded through
bonding, adding that TwinWest will look to be a part of the financing discussion.
Councilmember Brausen asked about TwinWest’s position on the minimum wage issue.
Mr. Meier replied that TwinWest would like to see Minnesota conform to the Federal
minimum wage of $7.25 per hour, adding there has been some discussion about training
wages or tiered wages for younger persons.
Mayor Jacobs expressed the City Council’s thanks to Mr. Meier and stated the City
enjoys a strong relationship with its business community.
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. City Council Meeting Minutes January 6, 2014
Councilmember Mavity requested that the second sentence of the first paragraph on page
3 be revised to stated “She requested that the City consider a process similar to the way
Councilmembers are reelected whereby every time there is an opening or term renewal,
the position would be open to anyone interested in applying, including the sitting
commissioner, in order to provide opportunities for everyone who is interested in serving
on the City’s boards and commissions.”
The minutes were approved as amended.
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. 14-005 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 No. 14-006 authorizing a grant application for Federal funding of a
pedestrian and bike grade separated crossing of the BNSF rail line.
4e.
Adopt Resolution No. 14-007 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.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 3b) Page 3
Title: City Council Meeting Minutes of January 21, 2014
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 No. 14-008 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.
It was moved by Councilmember Spano, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to
approve the Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar; and to waive reading of
all resolutions and ordinances.
The motion passed 6-0 (Councilmember Hallfin absent).
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.
Resolution No. 14-009.
Ms. Walsh presented the staff report and introduced Mr. Jason Eisold, Rec Center
Manager, and Mr. Jason West, the new Recreation Superintendent. She also introduced
Mr. Chad Nicholls and Mr. Steve Rosen from the St. Louis Park Hockey Association.
She advised that the Hockey Association has donated $200,000 to be used for
improvements at the Rec Center and perhaps other hockey related improvements in the
City’s park system. She pointed out that staff will make a formal presentation to Council
on these improvements in the near future and the $200,000 donation will be placed in the
Park Improvement Fund. She added that one project is currently underway to replace the
public address system in the west arena at the Rec Center.
Councilmember Spano indicated the City accepts a lot of donations that are typically
placed on the Consent Agenda, however, given the size of this donation, he and
Councilmember Hallfin wanted this item placed on the Regular Agenda to make sure the
public understands what the donation will be used for and that Council’s acceptance of
the donation does not obligate the City to any particular improvements at the Rec Center
until Council has an opportunity to discuss the improvements.
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Mayor Jacobs expressed the City Council’s thanks to the St. Louis Park Hockey
Association for their generous donation.
It was moved by Councilmember Spano, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to adopt
Resolution No. 14-009 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.
The motion passed 6-0 (Councilmember Hallfin absent).
8b. 2014-2015 International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local #993 Labor
Agreement. Resolution No. 14-010.
Ms. Deno presented the staff report and introduced Mr. Eric Bakken, Firefighter and
Union President and Mr. Steve Koering, the City’s new Fire Chief. She advised that the
City and International Association of Firefighters Local #993 have reached agreement on
a two-year contract. The agreement includes a wage increase of 2% for 2014 and a 2.5%
wage increase in 2015, and benefit contribution is consistent with other employee groups
for 2014 and 2015. She stated that a new pay type was introduced this year that provides
thirty minutes of overtime pay to Fire shift personnel for those unscheduled times when
they are required to move their shift to another station because they come in early and
gather gear needed and equipment and set up at the other station, adding that the new pay
type will be reviewed and will expire on December 31, 2015. .
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Lindberg, to adopt
Resolution No. 14-010 Approving the Labor Agreement between the City of St. Louis
Park and International Association of Firefighters, Local #993 (January 1, 2014 –
December 31, 2015).
Mr. Bakken stated the negotiations went well and they have always been able to work out
their issues at the bargaining table, adding that the meetings are productive and are not
contentious at all. He thanked the City Council for its support of the Fire Department.
The motion passed 6-0 (Councilmember Hallfin absent).
9. Communications
Mayor Jacobs reminded residents about the “Bundled Up!” event sponsored by the
Rotary Club being held on Saturday, January 25th, from 12:00-4:00 p.m. at Oak Hill Park.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:54 p.m.
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Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Minutes: 3c
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
JANUARY 27, 2014
The meeting convened at 6:36 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin, Gregg Lindberg,
Anne Mavity, and Jake Spano.
Councilmembers absent: Susan Sanger.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Director of Inspections (Mr. Hoffman), Director
of Operations and Recreation (Ms. Walsh), Fire Chief (Mr. Koering), Organizational
Development Coordinator (Ms. Gothberg), Rec Center Manager (Mr. Eisold), Communications
Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
Guests: Met Council Representative Jim Brimeyer, Hennepin County Commissioner Gail
Dorfman, Senator Ron Latz, Representative Steve Simon, Emily Tranter (Lockridge, Grindal,
and Nauen), Vic Moore (Franzen & Associates), Rachel Harris (Chair, Environment and
Sustainability: Sustainable SLP Advisory Commission), Terry Gips, Mark Eilers, and Judy Voigt
(Members of the Environment and Sustainability: Sustainable SLP Advisory Commission),
Steve Rosen (President, St. Louis Park Hockey Association), and John Basill (St. Louis Park
Hockey Association Member).
1. Future Study Session Agenda Planning – February 3 & 10, 2014
Mr. Harmening presented the proposed special study session agenda for February 3rd and the
proposed study session agenda for February 10th.
2. 2014 Legislative Issues and Priorities
Mr. Harmening presented the staff report and extended thanks to the City’s legislators and
representatives for meeting with Council and City staff. He pointed out the City’s support for
Southwest LRT and transportation funding in general, adding that the City supports the
implementation of a transit sales tax.
Hennepin County Commissioner Dorfman stated it was important to stress that the only way to
get a comprehensive transit system is to implement a metro wide sales tax.
Councilmember Mavity requested further information about the amount of the sales tax, intended
use of the sales tax, and proposed duration.
Senator Latz indicated the details have not yet been sorted out and hoped that the duration of any
sales tax would be in perpetuity because the State probably needs 20-25 years to build out the
system and needs an ongoing funding source for operations. He advised that the third party
analyst’s report regarding Southwest LRT would be available on January 30th, followed by
another round of public meetings.
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Hennepin County Commissioner Dorfman felt that the Southwest LRT project would get the
support of the Minneapolis City Council if the environmental study proves that a shallow tunnel
can be built without adverse environmental impacts or with adequate mitigation.
Council discussed funding options for Southwest LRT.
Councilmember Hallfin requested further information about Federal funding and the deadline for
obtaining matching funding. He expressed concern about the project losing its place in line for
Federal funding if matching funds are not secured in a timely fashion.
Hennepin County Commissioner Dorfman indicated the FTA has not set a deadline, adding that
the Southwest LRT project is in line with six other projects and is ranked lower than some of the
other projects.
Mr. Harmening advised that he received an email from Mr. Mark Fuhrman of the Southwest
LRT Project Office inviting technical staff from Minneapolis, St. Louis Park, and Hennepin
County to the Met Council office on Thursday, January 30th, at 10:30 a.m. in order to receive an
overview of the results of the study and this meeting would be followed by a meeting with the
Governor at 1:00 p.m.
Councilmember Brausen requested that the City’s elected officials support the City’s position
related to TIF District statutory modifications and state funding for DEED Transit Improvement
Areas, adding that these are tools the City can use in order to leverage public investment in
Southwest LRT.
Hennepin County Commissioner Dorfman distributed a handout of legislative priorities proposed
by Hennepin County. In regard to the statute concerning the multijurisdictional program, she
stated that she was concerned about allowing multi-family developments to be included within
Special Service Districts because of the potential impact on affordable housing projects.
Senator Latz advised there has been some movement to change the law regarding license plate
readers, adding that he would prefer to see a destruction timeline of 90 days. He requested that
the City provide him with examples of criminal investigations that benefited from data retention
and the amount of time needed to access that data.
Councilmember Mavity indicated that one of the City’s top mitigation/betterment requests for
Southwest LRT is the grade separation at Beltline, adding that this item is not currently in the
base budget and if Met Council is looking at opportunities to draw additional funding into St.
Louis Park, particularly in a co-location scenario, the grade separation becomes very important.
Councilmember Hallfin requested comment regarding the fiscal disparities issue and whether
any changes to the formula are likely to occur. He stated that the City’s net contribution to the
fiscal disparities pool has increased substantially and it would appear the City is being penalized
for being so successful.
Representative Simon stated that this is a significant issue and it is unlikely that anything will be
done during this year’s session given the compressed schedule.
Councilmember Hallfin acknowledged that the fiscal disparities issue is significant but asked that
the elected officials again raise the issue and lay the groundwork for change.
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Senator Latz stated there will be discussion during this year’s session about the projected budget
surplus and what to do with it and there will likely be some movement on the business to
business taxes. He added he would support putting as much of the surplus as possible into
reserves.
Councilmember Mavity requested comment about the recent spate of accidents involving trains
carrying flammable materials and Senator Klobuchar’s push to get something done about this.
Mr. Koering advised that he attended a listening session with the Commissioner of Public Safety
that discussed the ramifications of trains carrying hazardous materials and stated the biggest
focus in the short term is the structural integrity of the vessels to ensure they are worthy of
carrying these materials. He stated there have been discussions about having a placard
recognition system in place that scans trains as they come through an area that describes the type
and quantity of materials being transported. He added that the Commissioner of Public Safety is
very engaged in this process and there are a lot of people actively discussing the topic.
Hennepin County Commissioner Dorfman stated she has represented St. Louis Park for many
years and has been honored to serve the City. She advised that the special election for her
County Board seat would be held on May 13, 2014.
Mayor Jacobs expressed the City Council’s thanks and appreciation to the elected officials for
their efforts on behalf of the City.
3. Environment and Sustainability: Sustainable SLP Advisory Commission 2014 Work
Plan
Ms. Walsh presented the staff report and introduced Ms. Rachel Harris, 2014 Chair of the
Environment and Sustainability: Sustainable SLP Advisory Commission.
Ms. Harris presented the 2014 Work Plan and stated the Commission used a ranking
methodology to select the areas it should focus on during 2014, including creating a Sustainable
Community Vision. She advised they are considering using Natural Step a nationwide practice
to assess their strategic sustainability vision and stated their meetings are open to the public and
they welcome interactive input from citizens. She indicated the Commission is also interested in
continuing to focus on education as well as studying various initiatives using an evaluation
matrix. She stated the Commission intends to form work groups that will study a variety of
topics including the Green Step Cities program, reducing carbon emissions, and energy; in
addition, the Commission is interested in having the work groups establish a Sustainable SLP
brand as a way to capture broader interest within the community.
Councilmember Spano requested further information about the topics that were not included in
the list of items to be considered by the work groups.
Ms. Harris replied the Commission had a number of conversations about what the City is
working on and how the Commission could support the City in those efforts; in addition, the
Commission discussed what they, as individual citizens, were interested in. She stated that other
topics included water quality and biking and walking trails, and after several rounds of vote
taking, the Commission determined these items would not be a priority this year, adding that
water can broadly fit under the energy category.
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Councilmember Mavity urged the Commission to find a way to have a central location where
people can find general information and to exchange ideas and information.
Councilmember Brausen complimented the City Council for selecting a Commission that
includes people with diverse skill sets and a high level of expertise and urged Council to utilize
the Commissioner’s knowledge and expertise to the fullest extent possible. He also requested
that the City publicize the Commission’s vision meetings and encouraged Council to consider
being part of the Natural Step process.
Councilmember Hallfin suggested that the Commission contact PLACE regarding their proposed
redevelopment of the McGarvey site.
Councilmember Lindberg agreed that Council should commit to be part of the Natural Step
process and urged Council to consider what it can do to further engage the community.
It was the consensus of the City Council to approve the 2014 Work Plan of the Environment and
Sustainability: Sustainable SLP Advisory Commission.
4. Use of St. Louis Park Hockey Association Donation
Ms. Walsh presented the staff report and introduced Mr. John Basill and Mr. Steve Rosen. She
stated the Hockey Association is interested in undertaking a feasibility study for an outdoor rink
on the west side of the Rec Center, adding that the feasibility study would require no funding
commitment from the City.
Mayor Jacobs stated he was okay with the feasibility study and requested information about
where the skate park might be relocated, adding that the new location should be visible and
easily accessible.
Ms. Walsh replied the skate park could be moved to another park area and agreed the skate park
needs to be in an open area. She noted there is funding in the CIP for replacement of some of the
skate park equipment and ideally this could happen when the skate park is moved.
Councilmember Hallfin stated he was okay with the feasibility study. He requested comment
about the Hockey Association’s efforts to make hockey accessible to all kids.
Mr. Rosen stated the Hockey Association’s goal is to grow the association; at the same time, ice
is a premium and is always a concern and the City’s ice rinks represent a significant asset
because the players do not have to go elsewhere to practice. He stated their registration fees
have changed very little in the last five years and the Hockey Association Board is diligent about
how it spends its money.
Councilmember Spano requested information about responsibility for operations and
maintenance of a new ice rink and whether the Hockey Association would contribute to any of
those costs. He stated he wanted to make sure the Hockey Association would be able to use the
new rink, but to also make sure that kids who want to go out and skate have opportunities to use
the rink as well. He also asked if the Hockey Association was confident that a new ice rink
would be booked and not sit idle.
Ms. Walsh stated that responsibility for operations and maintenance would need to be worked
out prior to requesting approval for building a new ice rink.
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Mr. Rosen stated they are confident that a new ice rink would be used and indicated they
currently purchase 150-175 hours of ice time at Hat Trick. He stated they currently have thirteen
traveling teams and intend to add two to four more traveling teams. He added they also have
seven high school teams that use ice time during the season.
Mayor Jacobs requested that the feasibility study consider whether it would be possible to dome
the ice rink.
It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to work with the Hockey Association on a
feasibility study for the possibility of an outdoor refrigerated ice rink, with the understanding that
a portion of the Hockey Association’s donation would be used for the feasibility study.
Ms. Walsh agreed to provide an update to Council in approximately four months.
Communications/Meeting Check-In (Verbal)
Mr. Harmening distributed a pamphlet entitled “Up the Pace: Facts to Spur Action on Equitable
Policies” from the State of the Region event. He stated that Chair Haigh discussed equity in the
metro area from a housing and socio economic perspective, noting that Minnesota ranks worst in
the region from a socio economic perspective.
Councilmember Brausen commended staff for the December 2013 financial results. He also
requested that Council meet with the various Boards and Commissions to review their annual
reports and work plans.
Councilmember Spano suggested that the Commissions focus on one or two items from their
annual reports and work plans to discuss with Council.
Councilmember Mavity requested that the City’s website include a listing of the various Boards
and Commissions, including membership, meeting schedule, and minutes.
The meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
Written Reports provided and documented for recording purposes only:
5. 2013 December Financial Report
6. Fourth Quarter Investment Report (October – December 2013)
7. Ownership and Replacement of Private Improvements in the Public Right of Way
8. Human Rights Commission Annual Report and Work Plan
9. Police Advisory Commission (PAC) 2013 Annual Report and 2014 Work Plan
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Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Minutes: 3d
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL STUDY SESSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
FEBRUARY 3, 2014
The meeting convened at 7:07 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: Deputy City Manager/Director of Human Resources (Ms. Deno) and Recording
Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
1. Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem
Mayor Jacobs introduced the topic and referenced an idea Councilmember Brausen had for a
proposed policy for appointing the Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Brausen stated he views the role of Mayor Pro Tem as a leadership development
opportunity for all Councilmembers and felt it was important that all Councilmembers get a
chance to serve as Mayor Pro Tem. He suggested that the role of Mayor Pro Tem be rotated over
a two-year period of time with each Councilmember serving as Mayor Pro Tem for four months,
starting with the Councilmember with the most seniority and if that Councilmember is not
available then the next most senior Councilmember would serve as Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Spano agreed with Councilmember Brausen’s suggestion and stated he felt it
achieves the end result of giving all Councilmembers an opportunity to grow in their roles as
well as benefitting those with seniority.
Councilmember Lindberg stated he was not a huge fan of a policy that is based on seniority, but
agreed that Councilmember Brausen’s proposal provides an opportunity for everyone to serve as
Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Sanger stated if it was the will of the Council to rotate the Mayor Pro Tem
position, she liked Councilmember Brausen’s proposal. She added if the underlying rationale for
changing the policy was to give everyone the experience of serving as Mayor Pro Tem, she
questioned whether this policy should also apply to the EDA appointments. She agreed with
Councilmember Brausen’s idea of appointing the Mayor Pro Tem based on seniority because in
the absence of that, Council would be in a position of appointing the Mayor Pro Tem based on
personality or political considerations.
Councilmember Brausen agreed with Councilmember Sanger that the policy should apply to the
EDA as well.
Councilmember Mavity stated she was okay with rotating the position, adding that she felt the
appointments should be based on seniority.
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Councilmember Hallfin agreed with Councilmember Brausen’s proposal except he felt that four
months was too short and suggested appointing the Mayor Pro Tem for six months in order to
provide more opportunities for leadership development.
It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to prepare a revised policy for appointing
Councilmembers to serve as Mayor Pro Tem whereby the role of Mayor Pro Tem is rotated over
a two-year period of time with each Councilmember serving as Mayor Pro Tem for four months,
starting with the Councilmember with the most seniority.
It was also the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to research whether the revised
policy should be applied to the EDA as well.
The meeting adjourned at 7:24 p.m.
Written Reports provided and documented for recording purposes only:
2. Pilot Program with Park Nicollet Healthcare – Post Discharge Firefighter Visit
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Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Minutes: 3e
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
FEBRUARY 3, 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: Deputy City Manager/Director of Human Resources (Ms. Deno), Director of
Operations and Recreation (Ms. Walsh), City Clerk (Ms. Stroth), Communications Coordinator
(Mr. Zwilling), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
Guest: Jean Olson (Community Outreach Coordinator, Health in the Park).
1a. Pledge of Allegiance
1b. Roll Call
2. Presentations
2a. Proclamation Honoring Susan Schneck
Mayor Jacobs recited the Proclamation honoring Susan Schneck for her service as
president of Friends of the Arts and thanked her for her countless hours of supporting the
community through Friends of the Arts.
Ms. Schneck stated it has been a wonderful experience serving on Friends of the Arts and
she has been honored to serve and thanked everyone for helping to create a firm
foundation of art as an integral part of the lives of all residents.
Councilmember Mavity expressed gratitude for Ms. Schneck’s leadership and stated that
her efforts and the efforts of her colleagues helped bring about a policy that requires
public art in all new developments in the City and creates a legacy for a much more
interesting and vibrant community, moving forward.
Councilmember Sanger expressed thanks to Friends of the Arts for the emphasis they
placed on understanding the value and importance of esthetics throughout the City.
2b. Update on Health in the Park
Ms. Olson stated she is the Community Outreach Coordinator for Health in the Park
(HIP) and advised that the HIP team has had an opportunity to talk with hundreds of
citizens and has learned firsthand what it means to be a connected and engaged
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community. She stated that citizens have consistently reinforced the notion of “Why
HIP?” as a commitment to create connections and conversations that will inspire healthy
individuals. She advised that the focus groups had over 200 participants that included
interested citizens, neighborhood association leaders, high school students, senior
citizens, English language learners, as well as representatives from the faith community;
in addition, the HIP team also received insight from a diverse steering group that are
passionately committed to the mission of working to connect and engage the community
in the HIP conversation. She advised that two citywide conversations have been
scheduled on Thursday, February 20th, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marriott West Hotel,
and on Sunday, March 2nd, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at Central Community Center and these
meetings will help the HIP team define strategies and priorities for phase 2. She noted
that these meetings include free child care and free transportation. She thanked the City’s
communications specialists who have provided assistance in developing a tool kit as well
as putting together a communications plan for increasing visibility. She stated they also
have a strong partner in Twin Cities Public Television that is creating a 30-minute
documentary that will include interviews with people to tell the story through their eyes
with the hope that the documentary will serve as a model for other communities. She
thanked the City Council for setting the bar for what it means to be a responsible citizen
and responsible part of St. Louis Park and requested that the City Council wear their HIP
buttons and encourage residents to attend the citywide conversations. She stated further
information is available at www.hipslp.org or by calling (952) 928-2858.
Councilmember Sanger requested further information about expected outcomes.
Ms. Olson stated they have not yet identified specific outcomes, but at the end of three
years, she would like residents to know what HIP is and be able to talk about it. She
added this is not government saying what health is but rather it is the partners working
together to provide ideas on what can be done to make small changes in a community,
similar to the Children First initiative.
Councilmember Brausen thanked Ms. Olson and the HIP team for their efforts and
encouraged them to work with City staff to notify the various Boards and Commissions
about this initiative and the upcoming citywide conversations.
3. Approval of Minutes - None
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. 14-011 for 2014 Liquor License Renewals for the license year
term of March 1, 2014 through March 1, 2015.
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4b. Adopt the following Resolutions Imposing Civil Penalties for Liquor License
Violations according to the recommendation of the City Manager:
• Resolution No. 14-012 imposing civil penalty for liquor license violation on
December 30, 2013, at Jennings’ Liquor Store, 4631 Excelsior Boulevard.
• Resolution No. 14-013 imposing civil penalty for liquor license violation on
December 26, 2013, at Knollwood Liquor, 7924 Hwy. 7, Suite A.
• Resolution No. 14-014 imposing civil penalty for liquor license violation on
December 26, 2013, at Liquor Boy, 5620 Cedar Lake Road.
• Resolution No. 14-015 imposing civil penalty for liquor license violation on
December 30, 2013, at Rainbow Foods #8803 (grocery store), 5370 16th Street
West.
• Resolution No. 14-016 imposing civil penalty for liquor license violation on
December 26, 2013, at Rainbow Foods #8903 (liquor store), 5370 16th Street
West.
• Resolution No. 14-017 imposing civil penalty for liquor license violation on
December 27, 2013, at St. Louis Park Liquor, 6316 Minnetonka Boulevard.
• Resolution No. 14-018 imposing civil penalty for liquor license violation on
December 27, 2013, at Thanh Do, 8028 Minnetonka Boulevard.
4c. Adopt Resolution No. 14-019 authorizing installation of permit parking restrictions at
2817 Brunswick Avenue South.
4d. Adopt Resolution No. 14-020 approving acceptance of a monetary donation from Girl
Scout Troop 14233 in the amount of $300 for Westwood Hills Nature Center.
4e.
Adopt Resolution No. 14-021 appointing Hennepin County, MN as agent with
respect to a public hearing regarding housing developments and the issuance of
revenue obligations for the benefit of Homeward Bound, Inc.
4f. Adopt Resolution No. 14-022 approving acceptance of a donation from Push Pedal
Pull (PPP), which includes $200 in small accessory prizes and one piece of large
equipment (treadmill, elliptical, or bike) for our Community Conversation events
related to Health in the Park.
4g. Approve for filing Vendor Claims.
Mayor Jacobs noted the request for public comment related to Consent Calendar item 4b.
Mr. Larry Jones, 3000 Highway 100 South, appeared before the City Council and noted
that Rainbow Foods was cited twice in the same day and asked why this was not
considered a second violation.
Ms. Deno explained that under our policy it is considered one violation.
Councilmember Brausen requested that Council acknowledge the donations from Girl
Scout Troop 14233 and Push Pedal Pull.
It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to
approve the Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar; and to waive reading of
all resolutions and ordinances.
The motion passed 7-0.
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5. Boards and Commissions - None
6. Public Hearings
6a. Weinberg Brothers Investments Co., LLC, dba Prime Grille On-Sale Wine
and 3.2% Malt Liquor License
Ms. Stroth presented the staff report and explained that the City received an application
from Weinberg Brothers Investments Co., LLC, dba Prime Grille for an on-sale wine and
3.2% malt liquor license located at 4224 Minnetonka Boulevard. She stated that Prime
Grille will be a kosher deli style restaurant with indoor seating for 50 and outdoor seating
for 12. She then introduced Mark Weinberg, Eugene Weinberg, and Meyer Roberts.
Mayor Jacobs opened the public hearing. No speakers were present. Mayor Jacobs
closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Spano, to approve
application from Weinberg Brothers Investments Co., LLC, dba Prime Grille, for an on-
sale Wine and 3.2% Malt Liquor License to be located at 4224 Minnetonka Boulevard,
with the license term through March 1, 2015.
The motion passed 7-0.
6b. On-Sale Intoxicating and Sunday Sale Liquor License – Yard House USA,
Inc.
Ms. Stroth presented the staff report and stated the City received an application for an on-
sale intoxicating and Sunday sale liquor license from Yard House USA, Inc., for the
premises located at 1665 Park Place Boulevard. She stated the premises will include 337
seats inside and an outdoor covered patio area seating 70. She then introduced Ms.
Nicole Loggia, the General Manager of Yard House #8354.
Mayor Jacobs opened the public hearing. No speakers were present. Mayor Jacobs
closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Lindberg, to
approve application from Yard House USA, Inc., dba Yard House #8354, for an on-sale
intoxicating and Sunday sale liquor license to be located at 1665 Park Place Boulevard,
with the license term through March 1, 2015.
The motion passed 7-0.
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public – None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items
8a. Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #206 Police Officers Labor
Agreement 2014-2015. Resolution No. 14-023.
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Ms. Deno presented the staff report and explained that the LELS Local #206 contract is a
two-year contract with a 2% wage increase for 2014 and a 2.5% wage increase for 2015
and the employer contribution for health insurance is consistent with other groups for
2014. She advised that the contract includes assignment pay for staff that are trained and
assigned as crisis negotiators in the amount of $360 paid at completion of assignment.
It was moved by Councilmember Lindberg, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt
Resolution No. 14-023 Approving the Labor Agreement between the City of St. Louis
Park and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Local #206 Police Officers (January 1, 2014
– December 31, 2015).
The motion passed 7-0.
9. Communications
Mayor Jacobs reminded residents of the Remodeling Fair on Sunday, February 23rd, from
10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Eisenhower Community Center in Hopkins. He reported that
the City received the SWLRT report last week and was surprised and disappointed in the
report, adding that the City’s engineers are currently reviewing the report. He stated the
City believes the report is incomplete, that the report may be based on inaccurate
information, and the City has questioned how a new route could be identified so late in
the game. He stated if this option is back on the table, the City believes that all options
should be on the table including the Kenilworth option. He advised that the Corridor
Management Committee will be meeting on February 5th at 10:00 a.m.; in addition, the
Met Council meets on February 5th at 3:30 p.m. and the meeting is streamed live on the
Met Council website. He stated that town hall meetings are scheduled on Monday,
February 10th, from 6:00-9:30 p.m. at Dunwoody, and on Wednesday, February 12th,
from 6:00-9:30 p.m. at St. Louis Park High School.
Councilmember Spano advised that the author of the most recent report is going to be at
the Corridor Management Committee meeting on Wednesday. He added that the Met
Council has posted the entire report on their website.
Mayor Jacobs extended condolences to the Mondale family on the recent passing of Joan
Mondale.
Mayor Jacobs also extended condolences to the family of Ann Thomas. He stated that
Ann was the cofounder of the Day One celebration and was a champion of the arts.
Councilmember Hallfin announced that the St. Louis Park Dugout Club is having a
fundraiser to help pay for the scoreboard at Derrick Keller field. He stated that Chipotle
has agreed to donate half their proceeds on Tuesday, February 11th, to the Dugout Club.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
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Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: 2014 Liquor License Renewal – Azeka, Inc., dba Brush Studio
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving an On Sale Wine and
3.2 Malt Liquor license renewal for Azeka, Inc., dba Brush Studio, 1651 Park Place Boulevard,
for the license year term of March 1, 2014 through March 1, 2015.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does Council wish to approve a liquor license for Azeka, Inc.,
dba Brush Studio, who has met the necessary criteria for renewal of their Wine and 3.2 Malt
Liquor licenses for the next year’s term?
SUMMARY: The City has received the required information from Brush Studio for renewal of
their liquor license (On sale Wine and 3.2 Malt Liquor). The required documents include State
and City renewal applications, liquor liability insurance certificate, certificate of compliance with
Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Law, and the license fee. Brush Studio has also met the 60%
food/40% liquor sales ratio required by State statute for the State issued On-sale Wine and 3.2
Malt Liquor license.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Fees received for liquor license renewals
are budgeted as revenues each year and defray the cost the City incurs to administer and enforce
liquor licensing codes and requirements.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Prepared by: Kay Midura, Office Assistant – City Clerk’s Office
Reviewed by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4a) Page 2
Title: 2014 Liquor License Renewal – Azeka, Inc., dba Brush Studio
RESOLUTION NO. 14- ____
RESOLUTION APPROVING ISSUANCE OF
AN ON SALE WINE AND 3.2 MALT LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWAL
FOR AZEKA, INC., DBA BRUSH STUDIO,
1651 PARK PLACE BOULEVARD, ST. LOUIS PARK
FOR MARCH 1, 2014 THROUGH MARCH 1, 2015
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 340A and St. Louis Park Ordinance Code
Chapter 3 provide for liquor licensing in cooperation with the Alcohol and Gambling
Enforcement Division of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, and
WHEREAS, no license may be issued or renewed if required criteria has not been met,
and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City of St. Louis Park City Council
that Azeka, Inc., dba Brush Studio, has met the criteria necessary for issuance of their On Sale
Wine and 3.2 Malt Liquor License and the application is hereby approved for March 1, 2014 to
March 1, 2015.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4b
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: St. Louis Park Lions Club Temporary Signs in the Public Right-of-Way
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution to approve St. Louis Park Lions
Club’s request for placing temporary signs in the public right-of-way.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: None – the temporary signage is allowable subject to City
Council approval.
SUMMARY: The St. Louis Park Lions Club has requested to install temporary signs in the
public right-of-way for their 57th Annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast event. The Council has
been granting a similar request for the Lion’s Pancake Breakfast every year since 2005.
Section 36-362(e)(2) of the Zoning Code states that prohibited signs include, “Signs
on or over the public right-of-way unless the City Council grants permission for a
temporary sign on or over the public right-of-way for a period not to exceed ten days.”
The Lions Club is a non-profit community based organization that provides services and
resources to the people of St. Louis Park. The requested signs advertise the Lions Club’s 57th
Annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast to be held on Sunday, April 13, 2014. This activity is a
fund raiser for services and resources provided to the residents of St. Louis Park. The request is
to install 20 larger signs as early as April 5, 2014; these will be removed on the day of the event.
23 smaller signs and 5 directional arrows will be displayed only on the day of the event.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: None
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Letter from Lions Club dated February 2, 2014
Sign Plan
Prepared by: Gary Morrison, Assistant Zoning Administrator
Reviewed by: Sean Walther, Senior Planner
Michele Schnitker, Housing Supervisor
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4b) Page 2
Title: St. Louis Park Lions Club Temporary Signs in the Public Right-of-Way
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ST. LOUIS PARK LIONS CLUB'S
APPLICATION FOR THE PLACEMENT OF TEMPORARY SIGNS
WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
WHEREAS, The St. Louis Park Lions Club made application for the placement of 20
temporary sandwich board type signs and 28 “stick in the ground” type signs within the public
right-of-way; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 36-362(e)(2) of the St. Louis Park Zoning Ordinance,
the City Council may approve the placement of temporary signs within the public right-of-way
for a period not to exceed 10 days;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, that the City Council approves the St. Louis Park Lions Club's application for
the placement of 20 sandwich board type temporary signs within the public right-of-way
beginning April 5, 2014, and to be removed immediately following the conclusion of the event
on April 13, 2014 and 28 smaller signs to be displayed on April 13, 2014 only. All signs are to
be removed by the end of the day on April 13, 2014.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the size and placement of the 20 sandwich board
and 28 push in the ground type temporary signs are approved as shown on the attached sign plan
(Exhibit A).
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4b) Page 3
Title: St. Louis Park Lions Club Temporary Signs in the Public Right-of-Way
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4b) Page 4
Title: St. Louis Park Lions Club Temporary Signs in the Public Right-of-Way
Sign Plan
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Title: St. Louis Park Lions Club Temporary Signs in the Public Right-of-Way
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Title: St. Louis Park Lions Club Temporary Signs in the Public Right-of-Way
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4c
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Accept Donation of 15 Mattresses from TempurPedic International LLC
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution accepting donation of 15 mattresses
from TempurPedic International LLC to the St. Louis Park Fire Department.
SUMMARY: The mattresses in Fire Station 1 and 2 have reached their useful life. Fire
Department Staff found through research that a program existed with TempurPedic to donate
mattresses to fire departments; however, only in quantities of 240 at a time, or truckload
quantities.
Fire Department Administration confirmed with TempurPedic that they do donate memory foam
mattresses to fire departments as part of their community outreach. St Louis Park Fire then put
out the word to other Hennepin County Fire departments of which Brooklyn Park and
Minneapolis responded that they were also interested. The final total of units donated through
this program was as follows; SLP 15 units, Brooklyn Park 20 units, Minneapolis Fire 245.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: This donation will allow money that would
have been spent on mattress replacement to be used for other operational concerns.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Prepared by: Steve Koering, Fire Chief
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4c) Page 2
Title: Accept Donation of 15 Mattresses from TempurPedic International LLC
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION
OF 15 MATTRESSES FROM TEMPURPEDIC INTERNATIONAL LLC
TO THE ST. LOUIS PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT
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, TempurPedic LLC donated 15 mattresses;
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 TempurPedic LLC with the
understanding they will be used by the St. Louis Park Fire Dept.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2013
Consent Agenda Item: 4d
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP)
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution accepting the Personal/Professional
Service Agreement between the City of St. Louis Park and Hennepin County, and authorizing the
Mayor and City Manager to execute this agreement.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: In 2013, the St. Louis Park Police Department was chosen as
the sixth city to participate in the Hennepin County JCPP program. This partnership will
continue to allow our city to expand outreach to foreign born and new immigrant populations in
St. Louis Park, working cooperatively with Hennepin County and five other cities.
SUMMARY: Through various staff discussion, Council indicated strong support for our
participation in JCPP, and staff has now received from Hennepin County the agreement and
resolution required to finalize our acceptance and participation in JCPP for the 2014 calendar
year.
This program includes a CSO/Cadet position with training and supplies funded in the agreement
for a maximum of $20,000 per year and Hennepin County will provide a full-time liaison
position embedded in the police department to work with our staff and community partners.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Office space and a modest amount of
funding to reimburse mileage will be required and are available in our 2014 operating budget.
VISION CONSIDERATION: St. Louis Park is committed to being a connected and engaged
community.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Hennepin County Personal/Professional Service Agreement
Prepared by: Lori Dreier, Police Lieutenant
Reviewed by: John D. Luse, Police Chief
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4d) Page 2
Title: Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP)
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK AND HENNEPIN
COUNTY, AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed and considered a Hennepin County
Personal/Professional Services Agreement relative to the Joint Community Police Partnership
Program;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT
1) The Hennepin County Personal/Professional Services Agreement and the transactions
contemplated thereby are hereby, in all things, adopted and approved.
2) The Mayor and City Manager are authorized to execute and deliver the Hennepin County
Personal/Professional Services Agreement in the name and on behalf of the City in the
form hereby approved.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Contract No: A132239
Form 101 (Revised 8/2013) 1
PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT
This Agreement is between the COUNTY OF HENNEPIN, STATE OF MINNESOTA, A-2300
Government Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487 (“COUNTY”), on behalf of the Hennepin County
Human Services and Public Health Department, A-2300 Government Center, 300 South Sixth Street,
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487 (“DEPARTMENT”) and City of St. Louis Park, 5005 Minnetonka
Boulevard, St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416 (“CONTRACTOR”).
The parties agree as follows:
1. TERM AND COST OF THE AGREEMENT
CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish services to the COUNTY commencing January 1, 2014 and
expiring December 31, 2014, unless cancelled or terminated earlier in accordance with the
Default and Cancellation/Termination provisions of this Agreement.
The total cost of this Agreement shall not exceed Twenty-Thousand Dollars ($20,000.00), as
more fully described in Exhibit B, attached and incorporated by this reference.
2. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED
CONTRACTOR shall provide implementation of the Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP)
Project, as more fully described in Exhibit A, attached and incorporated by this reference.
3. PAYMENT FOR SERVICES
Payment for services shall be made directly to CONTRACTOR after completion of the services
upon the presentation of a claim as provided by law governing the COUNTY’s payment of claims
and/or invoices. CONTRACTOR shall submit monthly invoices for services rendered on forms
which may be furnished by the COUNTY. Payment shall be made within Thirty-Five (35) days
from receipt of the invoice.
CONTRACTOR shall not provide services under this Agreement without receiving a purchase
order or purchase order number supplied by the COUNTY. All invoices shall display the
COUNTY purchase order number and be sent to the central invoice receiving address supplied
by the COUNTY.
4. PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
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5. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
CONTRACTOR shall select the means, method, and manner of performing the services. Nothing
is intended or should be construed as creating or establishing the relationship of a partnership or
a joint venture between the parties or as constituting CONTRACTOR as the agent,
representative, or employee of the COUNTY for any purpose. CONTRACTOR is and shall
remain an independent contractor for all services performed under this Agreement.
CONTRACTOR shall secure at its own expense all personnel required in performing services
under this Agreement. Any personnel of CONTRACTOR or other persons while engaged in the
performance of any work or services required by CONTRACTOR will have no contractual
relationship with the COUNTY and will not be considered employees of the COUNTY. The
COUNTY shall not be responsible for any claims that arise out of employment or alleged
employment under the Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Law or the Workers’ Compensation
Act of the State of Minnesota on behalf of any personnel, including, without limitation, claims of
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discrimination against CONTRACTOR, its officers, agents, contractors, or employees. Such
personnel or other persons shall neither require nor be entitled to any compensation, rights, or
benefits of any kind from the COUNTY, including, without limitation, tenure rights, medical and
hospital care, sick and vacation leave, workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation,
disability, severance pay, and retirement benefits.
6. NON-DISCRIMINATION
In accordance with the COUNTY’s policies against discrimination, CONTRACTOR agrees that it
shall not exclude any person from full employment rights nor prohibit participation in or the
benefits of, any program, service or activity on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, age,
sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, public assistance status, or national origin. No
person who is protected by applicable Federal or State laws against discrimination shall be
subjected to discrimination.
7. INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE
A. Each party shall be liable for its own acts and the results thereof to the extent provided by
law, and agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless each other (including their
officials, employees, volunteers, and agents), from any liability, claims, causes of action,
judgments, damages, losses, costs, or expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees,
resulting directly or indirectly from any act or omission of the party, anyone directly or
indirectly employed by it, and/or anyone for whose acts and/or omissions it may be liable,
in the performance or failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement. Each
party’s liability shall be governed by the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 466
and other applicable law.
B. Each party warrants that it has a purchased insurance or self-insurance program.
C. Duty to Notify: CONTRACTOR shall promptly notify the COUNTY of any claim, action,
cause of action or litigation brought against CONTRACTOR, its employees, officers,
agents or subcontractors, which arises out of the services contained in this Agreement
and shall also notify the COUNTY whenever CONTRACTOR has a reasonable basis for
believing that CONTRACTOR and/or its employees, officers, agents or subcontractors,
and/or the COUNTY, might become the subject of a claim, action, cause of action or
litigation arising out of the services contained in this Agreement. Failure to provide the
notices required by this section is a material violation of the terms and conditions of the
Agreement.
8. DATA PRACTICES
CONTRACTOR, its officers, agents, owners, partners, employees, volunteers and subcontractors
shall abide by the provisions of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 13 (MGDPA) and all other applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations
and orders relating to data privacy or confidentiality, which may include the Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and/or the Health Information Technology for
Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), adopted as part of the American Recovery and
Reinvestment Act of 2009. CONTRACTOR acknowledges and agrees that classification of data
as trade secret data will be determined pursuant to applicable law and, accordingly, merely
labeling data as “trade secret” does not necessarily make it so. If CONTRACTOR creates,
collects, receives, stores, uses, maintains or disseminates data because it performs functions of
the COUNTY pursuant to this Agreement, then CONTRACTOR must comply with the
requirements of the MGDPA as if it were a government entity, and may be held liable under the
MGDPA for noncompliance. CONTRACTOR agrees to promptly notify the COUNTY if it
becomes aware of any potential claims, or facts giving rise to such claims, under the MGDPA.
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The terms of this section shall survive the expiration, cancellation or termination of this
Agreement.
9. RECORDS – AVAILABILITY/ACCESS
Subject to the requirements of Minnesota Statutes Section 16C.05, Subd. 5, CONTRACTOR
agrees that the COUNTY, the State Auditor, or any of their authorized representatives, at any
time during normal business hours, and as often as they may reasonably deem necessary, shall
have access to and the right to examine, audit, excerpt, and transcribe any books, documents,
papers, records, etc., which are pertinent to the accounting practices and procedures of
CONTRACTOR and involve transactions relating to this Agreement. CONTRACTOR shall
maintain these materials and allow access during the period of this Agreement and for six (6)
years after its expiration, cancellation or termination.
10. SUCCESSORS, SUBCONTRACTING AND ASSIGNMENTS
A. CONTRACTOR binds itself, its partners, successors, assigns and legal representatives
to the COUNTY for all covenants, agreements and obligations contained in the contract
documents.
B. CONTRACTOR shall not assign, transfer or pledge this Agreement and/or the services to
be performed, whether in whole or in part, nor assign any monies due or to become due
to it without the prior written consent of the COUNTY. A consent to assign shall be
subject to such conditions and provisions as the COUNTY may deem necessary,
accomplished by execution of a form prepared by the COUNTY and signed by
CONTRACTOR, the assignee and the COUNTY. Permission to assign, however, shall
under no circumstances relieve CONTRACTOR of its liabilities and obligations under the
Agreement.
C. CONTRACTOR shall not subcontract this Agreement and/or the services to be
performed, whether in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the COUNTY.
Permission to subcontract, however, shall under no circumstances relieve
CONTRACTOR of its liabilities and obligations under the Agreement. Further,
CONTRACTOR shall be fully responsible for the acts, omissions, and failure of its
subcontractors in the performance of the specified contractual services, and of person(s)
directly or indirectly employed by subcontractors. Contracts between CONTRACTOR
and each subcontractor shall require that the subcontractor’s services be performed in
accordance with the terms and conditions specified herein. CONTRACTOR shall make
contracts between CONTRACTOR and subcontractors available upon request.
11. MERGER AND MODIFICATION
A. The entire Agreement between the parties is contained herein and supersedes all oral
agreements and negotiations between the parties relating to the subject matter. All items
that are referenced or that are attached are incorporated and made a part of this
Agreement. If there is any conflict between the terms of this Agreement and referenced
or attached items, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail.
B. Any alterations, variations, modifications, or waivers of provisions of this Agreement shall
only be valid when they have been reduced to writing as an amendment to this
Agreement signed by the parties. The express substantive legal terms contained in this
Agreement including but not limited to the License, Payment Terms, Warranties,
Indemnification and Insurance, Merger and Modification, Default and
Cancellation/Termination or Minnesota Law Governs may not be altered, varied, modified
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or waived by any change order, implementation plan, scope or work, development
specification or other development process or document.
12. DEFAULT AND CANCELLATION/TERMINATION
A. If CONTRACTOR fails to perform any of the provisions of this Agreement or so fails to
administer the work as to endanger the performance of the Agreement, it shall be in
default. Unless CONTRACTOR’s default is excused by the COUNTY, the COUNTY may
upon written notice immediately cancel or terminate this Agreement in its entirety.
Additionally, failure to comply with the terms of this Agreement shall be just cause for the
COUNTY to delay payment until CONTRACTOR’s compliance. In the event of a decision
to withhold payment, the COUNTY shall furnish prior written notice to CONTRACTOR.
B. Upon cancellation or termination of this Agreement:
1. At the discretion of the COUNTY and as specified in writing by the Contract
Administrator, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to the Contract Administrator copies
of all writings so specified by the COUNTY and prepared by CONTRACTOR in
accordance with this Agreement. The term “writings” is defined as:
Handwriting, typewriting, printing, photocopying, photographing,
facsimile transmitting, and every other means of recording, including
electronic media, any form of communication or representation,
including letters, works, pictures, drawings, sounds, or symbols, or
combinations thereof.
2. The COUNTY shall have full ownership and control of all such writings.
CONTRACTOR shall have the right to retain copies of the writings. However, it
is agreed that CONTRACTOR without the prior written consent of the COUNTY
shall not use these writings for any purpose or in any manner whatsoever; shall
not assign, license, loan, sell, copyright, patent and/or transfer any or all of such
writings; and shall not do anything which in the opinion of the COUNTY would
affect the COUNTY’s ownership and/or control of such writings.
C. Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement to the contrary, CONTRACTOR shall
remain liable to the COUNTY for damages sustained by the COUNTY by virtue of any
breach of this Agreement by CONTRACTOR. Upon notice to CONTRACTOR of the
claimed breach and the amount of the claimed damage, the COUNTY may withhold any
payments to CONTRACTOR for the purpose of set-off until such time as the exact
amount of damages due the COUNTY from CONTRACTOR is determined. Following
notice from the COUNTY of the claimed breach and damage, CONTRACTOR and the
COUNTY shall attempt to resolve the dispute in good faith.
D. The above remedies shall be in addition to any other right or remedy available to the
COUNTY under this Agreement, law, statute, rule, and/or equity.
E. The COUNTY’s failure to insist upon strict performance of any provision or to exercise
any right under this Agreement shall not be deemed a relinquishment or waiver of the
same, unless consented to in writing. Such consent shall not constitute a general waiver
or relinquishment throughout the entire term of the Agreement.
F. This Agreement may be canceled/terminated with or without cause by either party upon
thirty (30) day written notice.
13. SURVIVAL OF PROVISIONS
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Provisions that by their nature are intended to survive the term, cancellation or termination of this
Agreement include but are not limited to: SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED (as to ownership of
property); INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR; INDEMNIFICATION; INSURANCE; DATA
PRACTICES; RECORDS-AVAILABILITY/ACCESS; DEFAULT AND
CANCELLATION/TERMINATION; PROMOTIONAL LITERATURE; and MINNESOTA LAWS
GOVERN.
14. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
In order to coordinate the services of CONTRACTOR with the activities of the Human Services
and Public Health Department / Initial Contact & Assessment Area so as to accomplish the
purposes of this Agreement, Mohamed Hassan, Principal Planning Analyst, PSA Service
Manager, or successor, (“Contract Administrator"), shall manage this Agreement on behalf of the
COUNTY and serve as liaison between the COUNTY and CONTRACTOR.
15. COMPLIANCE AND NON-DEBARMENT CERTIFICATION
A. CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local statutes,
regulations, rules and ordinances currently in force or later enacted.
B. If the source or partial source of funds for payment of services under this Agreement is
federal, state or other grant monies, CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable
conditions of the specific referenced or attached grant.
C. CONTRACTOR certifies that it is not prohibited from doing business with either the
federal government or the State of Minnesota as a result of debarment or suspension
proceedings.
16. SUBCONTRACTOR PAYMENT
As required by Minnesota Statutes Section 471.425, Subd. 4a, CONTRACTOR shall pay any
subcontractor within ten (10) days of CONTRACTOR’s receipt of payment from the COUNTY for
undisputed services provided by the subcontractor. CONTRACTOR shall pay interest of 1½
percent per month or any part of a month to the subcontractor on any undisputed amount not paid
on time to the subcontractor. The minimum monthly interest penalty payment for an unpaid
balance of $100.00 or more is $10.00. For an unpaid balance of less than $100.00,
CONTRACTOR shall pay the actual penalty due to the subcontractor. A subcontractor who
prevails in a civil action to collect interest penalties from a prime contractor must be awarded its
costs and disbursements, including any attorney’s fees, incurred in bringing the action.
17. PAPER RECYCLING
The COUNTY encourages CONTRACTOR to develop and implement an office paper and
newsprint recycling program.
18. NOTICES
Any notice or demand which must be given or made by a party under this Agreement or any
statute or ordinance shall be in writing, and shall be sent registered or certified mail. Notices to
the COUNTY shall be sent to the County Administrator with a copy to the originating Department
at the address given in the opening paragraph of the Agreement. Notice to CONTRACTOR shall
be sent to the address stated in the opening paragraph of the Agreement or to the address stated
in CONTRACTOR’s Form W-9 provided to the COUNTY.
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19. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CONTRACTOR affirms that to the best of CONTRACTOR’s knowledge, CONTRACTOR’s
involvement in this Agreement does not result in a conflict of interest with any party or entity
which may be affected by the terms of this Agreement. CONTRACTOR agrees that, should any
conflict or potential conflict of interest become known to CONTRACTOR, CONTRACTOR will
immediately notify the COUNTY of the conflict or potential conflict, specifying the part of this
Agreement giving rise to the conflict or potential conflict, and will advise the COUNTY whether
CONTRACTOR will or will not resign from the other engagement or representation.
20. PROMOTIONAL LITERATURE
CONTRACTOR agrees, to the extent applicable, to abide by the current Hennepin County
Communications Policy (available upon request). This obligation includes, but is not limited to,
CONTRACTOR not using the term “Hennepin County” or any derivative in any promotional
literature, advertisements of any type or form or client lists without the express prior written
consent of a COUNTY Department Director or equivalent.
21. MINNESOTA LAWS GOVERN
The Laws of the State of Minnesota shall govern all questions and interpretations concerning the
validity and construction of this Agreement and the legal relations between the parties and their
performance. The appropriate venue and jurisdiction for any litigation will be those courts located
within the County of Hennepin, State of Minnesota. Litigation, however, in the federal courts
involving the parties will be in the appropriate federal court within the State of Minnesota. If any
provision of this Agreement is held invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will
not be affected.
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Form 101 (Revised 8/2013) 7
COUNTY BOARD AUTHORIZATION
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN
Reviewed by the County STATE OF MINNESOTA
Attorney’s Office
By:
______________________________ Chair of Its County Board
Date: ________________________
ATTEST:
Deputy/Clerk of County Board
Date:
And:
Assistant/Deputy/County Administrator
Date:
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
By:
Its:
And:
Its:
CITY represents and warrants that the person who executed this contract is authorized to do so pursuant
to applicable law and that any other applicable requirements have been met.
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EXHIBIT A
CONTRACTED SERVICES
The Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP) Project is a project designed to provide assistance and
training for both police and the new, emerging and diverse cultures within communities to alleviate
conflict. The selection and training of cadets is one part of the project, along with community
engagement, police training, and outreach by community liaisons embedded in the police departments.
Cadet Selection: CONTRACTOR shall conduct recruitment, interviewing, testing and selection of cadet.
Cadet must pass relevant police screening and background checks as necessary. Upon approval, cadet
will be enrolled into trainee program in CONTRACTOR’S local police department and will undergo
academic and skills training regimens.
Cadet Training: CONTRACTOR shall provide supervision, support, and training of cadet in its local police
department. The cadet will receive training and educational opportunities in conformance with police
department rules and procedures, and the department will coordinate activities of the cadet in conjunction
with the JCPP. Cadet will complete required academic and skills portions of police-officer training under
the direct supervision of police and academic representatives. Cadet transcripts, enrollment records and
performance, and on-the-job performance reviews by supervising police officers will be provided
quarterly. Cadets will execute up to 20 hours per week as cadet-trainee and maintain acceptable
academic performance in academic portions.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4d)
Title: Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP)Page 10
Contract No: A132239
EXHIBIT B
FINANCIAL
B-1
2014 Budget
Budget Category
Program
Budget
Amount
a. Salary:
Total Salary Costs $10,000.00
b. Education/Training:
Total Education/Training Costs $5,000.00
c. Subtotal $15,000.00
d. Additional Miscellaneous Training Dollars & Expenses $5,000.00
e. Total $20,000.00
Note: Contractor agrees to match this funding by an equal amount or as closely as possible to the
amounts listed in the above-referenced budget.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4d)
Title: Joint Community Police Partnership (JCPP)Page 11
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4e
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Final Payment Resolution - Contract No. 76-12 with Ron Kassa Construction, Inc. -
Project Nos. 2012-0003, 0004, & 0006
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution authorizing final payment in the
amount of $10,489.95 and accepting work for the 2012 Random Concrete Repair project with
Ron Kassa Construction, Inc. Project Nos. 2012-0003, 0004, & 0006, City Contract No. 76-12.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: None at this time.
SUMMARY: City Council approved and authorized the Random Concrete Repair Project - City
Project Nos. 2012-0003, 0004, & 0006 which was advertised, bid and awarded to Ron Kassa
Construction, Inc. on May 21, 2012 in the amount of $152,978.05. This project included annual
repair and construction of sidewalk, curb and gutter, and storm sewer catch basins at various
locations in the City.
The Contractor completed the work for a final contract cost of $164,784.14. The contract had
$11,806.09 in overruns and extra work, which was all paid for at the original contract unit prices.
The Contractor had 40 working days to complete the work and completed the work 24 days late.
As a result the Contractor was charged $14,400 in liquidated damages. These damages were
documented in Change Order No. 1. All work was completed in accordance with the
specifications.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: The cost for this project was accounted for
in the Public Works Operations budget, Stormwater Utility budget, and the Pavement
Management budget as developed in the 2012 CIP. The CIP budget for the 2012 concrete
repairs was set at $175,000.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Prepared by: Kyle Johnson, Engineering Department
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4e) Page 2
Title: Final Payment Resolution - Contract No. 76-12 w/ Ron Kassa - Project Nos. 2012-0003, 0004, & 0006
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $10,489.95 AND ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
2012 RANDOM CONCRETE REPAIR PROJECT
WITH RON KASSA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
CITY PROJECT NOS. 2012-0003, 0004, & 0006
CONTRACT NO. 76-12
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, as
follows:
1. Pursuant to a written contract with the City dated May 21, 2012, Ron Kassa Construction,
Inc. has satisfactorily completed the 2012 Random Concrete Repair contract, as per
Contract No. 76-12.
2. The Engineering Director has filed her recommendations for final acceptance of the
work.
3. The work completed under this contract is accepted and approved. The City Manager is
directed to make final payment on the contract, taking the contractor's receipt in full.
Original Contract Price $ 152,978.05
Overrun/Extra Work 11,806.09
Final Contract Price $ 164,784.14
Change Order - 14,400.00
Revised Contract Amount $ 150,384.14
Previous Payments 139,894.19
Balance Due $ 10,489.95
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4f
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Approve Highway 169 Noise Wall Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution supporting MnDOT’s proposal to
construct a noise wall along the east side of Highway 169 between 14th and 16th Street West.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Is the City Council supportive of MnDOT’s proposed project?
SUMMARY: In March 2011, MnDOT presented the City Council with various options for
future noise walls and access closures along Highway 169. The locations were based on noise
abatement studies and traffic safety initiatives. The plan that was presented included the
proposed noise wall along the east side of Highway 169 from 14th to 16th Street W. (Figure 1).
MnDOT and city staff returned last January to provide another update to the Council on this
project. Council was comfortable with the public process proceeding on this improvement.
In order to understand the level of resident support for the installation of noise wall in this
location MnDOT staff held a public meeting on Wednesday, January 29. 106 properties were
invited to attend the meeting, and 6 people attended. A comment card was available at the
meeting. Six cards were returned, and all indicated support of the construction of the noise wall.
This project is scheduled to be let in July of this year.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: The noise wall north of 16th Street W. is a
MnDOT led project with an estimated cost of $434,000. In accordance with MnDOT’s noise
wall policy the City is responsible for 10% of the project cost, or approximately $43,000. The
City would use State Aid funding for this project.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Resolution
Figure 1 – Noise Barrier Graphic
Prepared by: Debra M. Heiser, Engineering Director
Reviewed by: Phillip Elkin, Senior Engineering Project Manager
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4f) Page 2
Title: Approve Highway 169 Noise Wall Project
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONSTRUCTION OF A NOISE WALL
ALONG HIGHWAY 169 ACCESS RAMPS
BETWEEN 14TH STREET AND 16TH STREET W.
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) desires to construct
a noise wall along the east side of Highway 169 from 14th to 16th Street W.; and
WHEREAS, MnDOT seeks concurrence from the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota to
construct said wall; and
WHEREAS, the total cost of the noise wall is estimated to be $434,000; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with MnDOT’s noise wall policy the City is responsible for
10% of the cost to build this wall, or approximately $43,000; the remaining costs to be paid for
by MnDOT;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, that:
1. The City supports MnDOT’s desire to construct a noise wall along the east side of
Highway 169 from 14th to 16th Street W.
2. The City agrees to be responsible for 10% of the cost for the noise wall construction,
estimated at $43,000.
3. The Engineering Director is hereby authorized to work directly with MnDOT in
delivering a project that will construct a noise wall in accordance with State and City
requirements.
Reviewed for Administration:
Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4f)
Title: Approve Highway 169 Noise Wall Project Page 3
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4g
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Revised City Vendor Claims
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to accept for filing Vendor Claims for the period of
December 28, 2013 through January 24, 2014.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUMMARY: At the Council meeting of Monday, February 3, 2014, a question was raised
regarding the monthly reports for the EDA and City. Staff reviewed the reports and found that
the City vendor report listed the combination of both EDA and City vendor claims. The EDA
report was correct and only listed EDA vendor claims. The City report was not correct because
it listed both EDA and City vendor claims. EDA claims that are paid out of the EDA should not
have been listed on the City vendor report. Although the report shows all payments for both
EDA and City, actual payments were only made to City vendors and not EDA.
Accounting staff will closely monitor the vendor claims reports in the future to ensure accurate
reporting is provided and sent to City Council and EDA for approval. Attached are the original
EDA vendor claims report, which was correct as presented on February 3, and a revised City
vendor claims report which includes only City claims, and is consistent with the information the
City Council has received over the years.
Staff recommends acceptance of this report to further clarify the vendor statements for both EDA
and City Council that were approved at the regular meetings on February 3, 2014.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Discussion
Revised City Vendor Claims Report
Original EDA Vendor Claims Report
Prepared by: Brian A. Swanson, Controller
Reviewed by: Nancy Deno, Deputy City Manager/HR Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Study Session Meeting of February 10, 2014 (Item No. 4g) Page 2
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims
DISCUSSION
The Accounting Division generates reports on a monthly basis for City Council and EDA review
and approval. Based on a question from the City Council regarding an expenditure, staff
reviewed the report that was sent for the February 3, 2014 regular City Council and EDA
meetings and realized the City vendor claims report included both City and EDA payments. The
report that the EDA approved was correct as shown.
LOGIS, a joint powers entity that provides many of the City’s software applications, recently
modified the report that the City has used for many years. As a result of this change, the report
for the City was extracting information from both the City and EDA checking accounts. Only
the information shown on the City’s vendor claims report from December 28, 2013 through
January 24, 2014 included both checking accounts and there are zero instances of duplicate
payments. Since the City is required to have separate checking accounts, separate check stock,
different authorized signatories and other internal controls in place, duplicate payments from
each account would be nearly impossible to occur. Staff has already contacted LOGIS regarding
this reporting concern and they are working to correct this and it will be resolved before the next
vendor claims reports are sent to the EDA and City Council for approval in March.
Accounting staff will closely monitor the vendor claims reports in the future to ensure accurate
reporting is provided and sent to the City Council and EDA for approval.
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
828.753RD LAIR SKATEPARK SKATEBOARD PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
828.75
168.25A-1 OUTDOOR POWER INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
662.36WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
830.61
160.00AARON, JOSHUA INSPECTIONS G & A RENTAL HOUSING
160.00
142.95ABERNATHY, LISA ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
142.95
2,065.37ABRA MN ST LOUIS PARK UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
2,065.37
240.00ABRAKADOODLEPRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
240.00
99.14AIRGAS NORTH CENTRAL OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
99.14
2,000.00AKARE COMPANIES LLC ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
2,000.00
1,050.00ALEX AIR APPARATUS INC OPERATIONS GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1,050.00
9,805.00ALLIANCE MECH SRVCS INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
862.27MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
10,667.27
3,240.70AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING INC INSPECTIONS G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,907.00MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
7,147.70
246.50AMERICAN TIRE DISTRIBUTORS GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
246.50
136.12ANCHOR PAPER CO SUPPORT SERVICES G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES
136.12
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Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 3
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
2,100.00ANDERBERG INNOVATIVE PRINT SOLUTIONS COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
2,100.00
1,132.90ANDERSEN, JENS EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
1,132.90
565.00APAGENERAL INFORMATION SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
565.00
115.00APACHE GROUP OF MINNESOTA REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
115.00
776.03ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES GENERAL CUSTODIAL DUTIES OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
67.42ENTERPRISE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
843.45
14.96ARCTECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
14.96
330.00ASCAPPERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
330.00
1,309.12ASPEN EQUIPMENT CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
1,309.12
5,993.34ASPEN MILLS OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
5,993.34
200.00ATOMPOLICE G & A TRAINING
200.00
64.59ATOMIC RECYCLING PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
64.58SEWER UTILITY G&A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
258.33VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
387.50
79.00ATSSAPUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
79.00
126.26AUTO PLUS GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
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Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 4
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
126.26
4,350.00BADGER STATE INSPECTION LLC PE PLANS/SPECS ENGINEERING SERVICES
4,350.00
135.00BARNA, GUZY & STEFFEN LTD HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
135.00
4,394.50BARR ENGINEERING CO SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
4,394.50
50.00BARTOLAIN, KERRY & JAY INSPECTIONS G & A TOWNHOME/CONDO/COOP HOUSING
50.00
600.00BEALKE INDUSTRIES, ROBERT HOLIDAY PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
600.00
438.49BECKER ARENA PRODUCTS UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
2,426.50SKATING RINK MAINTENANCE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
2,864.99
58.43BENILDE-ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL WATER UTILITY BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
58.43
225.00BERGFORD ARCHITECTURE, JOHN MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
200.00BIGELOW, MARTHA GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
200.00
3,640.82-BLACK & DEW LLC CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S RETAINED PERCENTAGE
72,816.54MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
69,175.72
37.29BLUE TARP FINANCIAL INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
99.99TREE MAINTENANCE SMALL TOOLS
137.28
330.00BMIPUBLIC SKATING/HOCKEY ADMISS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
330.00
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Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 5
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
125.00BOBIER, HEIDI INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
125.00
200.00BOHN WELDING INC UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
200.00
38,972.50BOLTON & MENK INC ENGINEERING G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,305.00ENGINEERING G & A ENGINEERING SERVICES
42,277.50
450.00BOND TRUST SERVICES CORP 2010A GO HIA DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
100.002012A GO HIA DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
139.502010B GO REF (03) DEBT SER G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
150.002010D FIRE STAT DEBT SERV G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
301.502007A/2013A UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
450.002008A/2013A UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
130.002010B UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
373.502013A UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
19.002010B UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
148.502007A/2013A UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
42.252010B UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
76.502013A UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
119.25REV BONDS 2001B / 2010B REF FISCAL AGENT FEES
2,500.00
418.65BOYER TRUCK PARTS GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
418.65
4,673.83BOYER TRUCKS LAUDERDALE GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
4,673.83
586.50BRIGGS, AMY SOFTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
586.50
103.13-BROOKSIDE MOBILE GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
1,603.13PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,500.00
419.76BROWNELLS, INC RANGE OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
419.76
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
70.00BUETTNER, DAN OPERATIONS TRAINING
70.00
510.00BUREAU OF CRIM APPREHENSION COMMUNICATIONS/GV REIMBURSEABL TELEPHONE
510.00
553.84BURRELL TRUSTEE, GREGORY A EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S WAGE GARNISHMENTS
553.84
160.00C&E AUTO UPHOLSTERY GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
160.00
6,235.21CAMPBELL KNUTSON PROF ASSOC ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL SERVICES
160.00CABLE TV G & A LEGAL SERVICES
48.00HOUSING REHAB G & A LEGAL SERVICES
925.00EXCESS PUBLIC LAND LEGAL SERVICES
496.00PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT G&A LEGAL SERVICES
624.00REILLY G & A LEGAL SERVICES
144.00TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT LEGAL SERVICES
8,632.21
4,710.68CARGILL INC SANDING/SALTING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
4,710.68
345.07CBIZ FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS INC EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
345.07
1,984.05CDW GOVERNMENT INC TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
1,984.05
4,520.48CENTER ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT DISCOUNT LOAN PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,332.50MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,900.00LIVE WHERE YOU WORK PRGM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,790.00CES Resid Energy Conservation OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10,542.98
4,299.16CENTERPOINT ENERGY FACILITY OPERATIONS HEATING GAS
208.19SEWER UTILITY G&A HEATING GAS
4,507.35
198.00CHALMERS, PHIL POLICE G & A TRAINING
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
198.00
82.91CINTAS CORPORATION FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
216.02FACILITIES MCTE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
596.39WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
113.50AQUATIC PARK BUDGET OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
415.69VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,424.51
203.28CITIZENS INDEPENDENT BANK GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
337.98-GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
112.92ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
149.00ADMINISTRATION G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
242.10ADMINISTRATION G & A MEETING EXPENSE
10.72HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE SUPPLIES
64.98HUMAN RESOURCES ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
200.00HUMAN RESOURCES RECOGNITION
27.19HUMAN RESOURCES CITE
7.53HUMAN RESOURCES MEETING EXPENSE
15.00COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
151.33IT G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
92.00POSTAL SERVICES POSTAGE
237.00ASSESSING G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
127.66FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,062.59GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
194.00POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
94.84POLICE G & A POSTAGE
75.00POLICE G & A TRAINING
31.53NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
472.31OPERATIONSOFFICE SUPPLIES
1,136.52OPERATIONSGENERAL SUPPLIES
589.96OPERATIONSFIRE PREVENTION SUPPLIES
3,468.31OPERATIONSOPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
15.88OPERATIONSEQUIPMENT PARTS
40.00OPERATIONSSEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
70.00INSPECTIONS G & A LICENSES
134.40PUBLIC WORKS G & A MEETING EXPENSE
20.03ENGINEERING G & A BANK CHARGES/CREDIT CD FEES
149.88-CABLE TV BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
63.12TV PRODUCTION GENERAL SUPPLIES
2,329.88TV PRODUCTION NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
8.41-WATER UTILITY BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
190.68WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
300.00SOLID WASTE G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
2.15-CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
91.26TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
14.00ORGANIZED REC G & A TRAINING
42.89BASKETBALLGENERAL SUPPLIES
251.49HOLIDAY PROGRAMS GENERAL SUPPLIES
82.51LITTLE TOT PLAYTIME GENERAL SUPPLIES
41.38WARMING HOUSES GENERAL SUPPLIES
773.42SKATING RINK MAINTENANCE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
138.67TREE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
383.11TREE MAINTENANCE LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
999.12WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
137.70WESTWOOD G & A CONCESSION SUPPLIES
35.00WESTWOOD G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
250.84REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
22.53VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
14,695.26
1,234.58CLAREY'S SAFETY EQUIPMENT INC MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
1,234.58
10,000.00COLICH & ASSOCIATES ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL SERVICES
10,000.00
141.07COMCASTIT G & A DATACOMMUNICATIONS
169.70WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
84.85SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
7.96BUILDING MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
403.58
125.89COMMISSIONER OF TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM REPAIR OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
125.89
126.00COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM INSPECTIONS G & A RENTAL HOUSING
126.00
136.00COMMUNITY REINVESTMENT FUND MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
136.00
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
523.69COMPAR INC POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
523.69
291.38COPPA, RODGER EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
291.38
8,386.20COVERALL OF THE TWIN CITIES GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
8,386.20
72.00CREW2INSPECTIONS G & A BUILDING
72.00
22.00CROWN STAMP & ENGRAVING ADMINISTRATION G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
77.00ENGINEERING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
99.00
175.14CUB FOODS POLICE G & A SUBSISTENCE SUPPLIES
175.14
1,954.00CUMMINS NPOWER LLC REC CENTER BUILDING EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,954.00
47.42CUSTOM HOSE TECH INC GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
47.42
7,748.41DALCO ENTERPRISES INC GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY
141.03REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
7,889.44
3,256.08DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
3,256.08
13,347.26DEPT EMPLOYMENT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTEMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A UNEMPLOYMENT
13,347.26
8,523.29DEPT LABOR & INDUSTRY INSPECTIONS G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
8,523.29
309.21DEX MEDIA EAST LLC ENTERPRISE G & A ADVERTISING
309.21
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
575.00DJ ELECTRIC SERVICES INC PARK EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
575.00
22,025.00DO-GOOD.BIZ INC POSTAL SERVICES POSTAGE
22,025.00
50.85DUNLAP, REG TV PRODUCTION MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
50.85
575.00ECM PUBLISHERS INC COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
575.00
500.00EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC 2008A/2013A UTIL REV BONDS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
500.00
1,990.40EISOLD, JASON EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
168.94ENTERPRISE G & A MEETING EXPENSE
2,159.34
214.64EMERGENCY APPARATUS MTNCE GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
13.81-GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
3,626.16PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
3,826.99
21,285.50EMERGENCY AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
21,285.50
450.00EMPLOYEE STRATEGIES INC ADMINISTRATION G & A TRAINING
450.00
2,259.54ENVIROTECH SERVICES INC SANDING/SALTING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
2,259.54
31.79EQUIPMENT DISTRIBUTION MANAGEMENT INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
2,900.52PARK MAINTENANCE G & A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
2,932.31
35.00ERICKSON, RUTH GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
35.00
956.72FACTORY MOTOR PARTS CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 11
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
956.72
4.63FASTENAL COMPANY WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
4.63
66.67FECHNER, MARTY ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
66.67
22.72FEDEXPOLICE G & A POSTAGE
9.88SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
32.60
13,512.22FERGUSON WATERWORKS WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
13,512.22
510.15FERRELLGASICE RESURFACER MOTOR FUELS
510.15
123.29FIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALTIES INC OPERATIONS FIRE EQUIPMENT
123.29
1,792.83FISCHER MINING LLC SNOW PLOWING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
2,659.06WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
4,451.89
123.68FLEETPRIDEGENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
123.68
200.00FLEX COMPENSATION INC EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
200.00
146.63-FLOYD TOTAL SECURITY GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
2,279.39REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
2,132.76
293.64FORCE AMERICA INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
293.64
752.38FOTH INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONMENT STORM WATER UTILITY G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
752.38
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 12
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
10,000.00FRIENDS OF THE ARTS NEIGHBORHOOD PUBLIC ART OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10,000.00
570.11FRONTIER AG & TURF GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
570.11
1,875.00GALLAGHER RISK MGMT SERVICES INC, ARTHURFINANCE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
625.00CABLE TV G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
625.00HOUSING REHAB G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
625.00WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
625.00SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
625.00SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
625.00STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
5,625.00
224.11-GEAR WASH LLC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
3,483.91OPERATIONSOPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
3,259.80
323.10GIBSON, BECKY WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
323.10
3,849.58GLTC PREMIUM PAYMENTS EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S LONG TERM CARE INSUR
3,849.58
313.25GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
313.25
100.00GRAHAM, JODI INSPECTIONS G & A MASSAGE THERAPY ESTABLISHMENTS
100.00
287.15GRAINGER INC, WW GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
65.41GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
306.07WATER UTILITY G&A SMALL TOOLS
1,602.01MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
35.88TREE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
2,296.52
1,745.00GRANT'S PRECISION PAINTING LLC MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
1,745.00
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 13
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
445.20GROUP HEALTH INC - WORKSITE EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A HEALTH INSURANCE
445.20
973.14HAGEN, DENNIS EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
973.14
1,385.00HALLBERG ENGINEERING INC GO BONDS-FIRE STATIONS G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
1,385.00
975.00HAMILTON, MIKE BROOMBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
975.00
1,274.76HANSON, ANTHONY EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
1,274.76
8,418.25HAWKINS INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
8,418.25
423.17HD SUPPLY WATERWORKS LTD WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER
423.17
12,745.00HEALTHPARTNERSOPERATIONSGENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
12,745.00
30.02-HEARTLAND SERVICES INC CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
466.73TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
436.71
70.00HEATING AND COOLING TWO INSPECTIONS G & A MECHANICAL
70.00
2,273.70HENNEPIN COUNTY INFO TECH POLICE G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,511.44OPERATIONSRADIO COMMUNICATIONS
1,487.65OPERATIONSEMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
5,272.79
534.38HENNEPIN COUNTY TREASURER IT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
5,045.00POLICE G & A SUBSISTENCE SERVICE
301.00POLICE G & A LICENSES
405.00SPLASH PAD MAINT - Oak Hill Pk OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
316.00REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 14
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
405.00AQUATIC PARK MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
7,006.38
1,535.00HENNEPIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE OPERATIONS TRAINING
1,535.00
4,411.87HLB TAUTGES REDPATH LTD FINANCE G & A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
149.56CABLE TV G & A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
224.33HOUSING REHAB G & A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
747.78WATER UTILITY G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
897.33SEWER UTILITY G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
448.67SOLID WASTE G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
299.11STORM WATER UTILITY G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
7,178.65
37.54HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
6.07ROUTINE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
130.70ROUTINE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT PARTS
207.98SYSTEM REPAIR OFFICE SUPPLIES
21.96WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
264.09PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
49.31PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
25.02REC CENTER/AQUATIC PARK SAL BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
742.67
24.86HOPPE, MARK ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
24.86
420.00HOWES, JEFFREY VOLLEYBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
420.00
600.00HRGREENTECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT POLICE EQUIPMENT
600.00
1,665.30I.U.O.E. LOCAL NO 49 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNION DUES
1,665.30
240.00IACPPOLICE G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
240.00
209.00IAFC MEMBERSHIP OPERATIONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 15
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
209.00
45.00IATNVEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
45.00
1,298.00ICMAADMINISTRATION G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
1,298.00
529.02IMPACT PROVEN SOLUTIONS WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
529.02SEWER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
529.01SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS POSTAGE
529.01STORM WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
2,116.06
175.00INFORMATION POLICY ANALYSIS CLERICAL TRAINING
175.00
281.00INSTITUTE OF TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS ENGINEERING G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
281.00
2,457.58INTEGRA TELECOM IT G & A TELEPHONE
2,457.58
3,279.74INTERSTATE POWER SYSTEMS INC GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
3,279.74
338.18INTOXIMETERS INC POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
338.18
404.50INVER GROVE FORD GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
404.50
505.71I-STATE TRUCK CENTER GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
505.71
70,000.00JACKSON DEAN CONSTRUCTION ESCROWS COSTCO WHOLESALE
70,000.00
110.00JASMER, JERRY INSPECTIONS G & A LICENSES
110.00
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 16
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
24.01-JEFFERSON FIRE & SAFETY INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
373.21OPERATIONSFIRE EQUIPMENT
349.20
487.50JENSEN, TRENT GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
487.50
2,778.71JERRY'S HARDWARE SANDING/SALTING GENERAL SUPPLIES
33.86FABRICATIONOTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
322.81WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
3,135.38
125.00KARCHER-RAMOS, AMBER INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
125.00
20.34KEHOSS, ADAM ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
20.34
503.08KELLER, JASMINE Z EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S WAGE GARNISHMENTS
503.08
7,250.00KEYSTONE COMPENSATION GROUP LLC HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
7,250.00
355.00KIDCREATE STUDIO PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
355.00
170.47KILMER POND HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
170.47
515.00KROOG, RACHAEL ENVIRONMENTAL G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
515.00
99.24LAKES GAS CO PATCHING-PERMANENT OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
39.69WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
19.85VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
158.78
5,629.11LANO EQUIPMENT INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
586.41GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
6,215.52
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 17
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
865.55LARSON, JH CO FACILITIES MCTE G & A BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
865.55
2,340.00LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES INC EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNION DUES
2,340.00
10,566.40LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A League of MN Cities dept'l exp
10,566.40
750.00LEARNING JOURNEYS HUMAN RESOURCES ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
750.00
427.40LEICA GEOSYSTEMS INC ENGINEERING G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
427.40
285.43LIBERTY ENVELOPE SUPPORT SERVICES G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES
285.43
196.25LIBERTY TIRE RECYCLING LLC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
196.25
262.50LIESER, TIMOTHY GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
262.50
8,558.56LOCKRIDGE GRINDAL NAUEN PLLP REILLY G & A LEGAL SERVICES
8,558.56
68.00LOFFLER COMPANIES IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
68.00
41,062.00LOGISIT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
9,590.34TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
50,652.34
74.02LOMBARDI, JIM ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
74.02
4,407.90LUBRICATION TECHNOLOGIES INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
4,407.90
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 18
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
85.88LYNCH, DEBRA ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
85.88
4,989.06MACQUEEN EQUIP CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
161.61-GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
4,827.45
1,750.00MACTAFRANCHISE ADMINISTRATION SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
1,750.00
700.00MADISON, DANIEL BROOMBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
700.00
4,848.85MAGNEY CONSTRUCTION INC STORM WATER UTILITY BAL SHEET RETAINED PERCENTAGE
7,813.05CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
12,661.90
4,115.81MANAGED SERVICES INC WATER UTILITY G&A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
4,115.81
25.00MASTIN, HEIDI INSPECTIONS G & A 1&2 SINGLE FAM. RENTAL
25.00
625.00MAXIMUM SOLUTIONS INC.ENTERPRISE G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
625.00
25.93MCCOY, WILLIAM PETROLEUM FUELS INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
25.93
30.00MCFOAADMINISTRATION G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
30.00
191.15MCHUGH, JOHN T CITE MEETING EXPENSE
191.15
27.99MENARDSROUTINE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
63.83WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
14.24PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
106.87BRICK HOUSE (1324)OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
114.76WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
327.69
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 19
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
1,250.08METRO SALES INC POLICE G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,250.08
96,426.00METROPOLITAN COUNCIL INSPECTIONS G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
299,953.92SEWER UTILITY BALANCE SHEET PREPAID EXPENSES
396,379.92
139.00MHAINSPECTIONS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
139.00
53.62MICRO CENTER WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
53.62
5,372.88MID AMERICA BUSINESS SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
5,372.88
48,973.60MIDWAY FORD GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
48,973.60
9.41MIDWEST BADGE & NOVELTY CO POLICE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
203.92JOINT COMM POLICE PARTNERSHIP OFFICE SUPPLIES
239.09OPERATIONSGENERAL SUPPLIES
452.42
200.00MIDWEST TESTING LLC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
200.00
35.73MILLERBERND, DENNIS ENTERPRISE G & A MEETING EXPENSE
35.73
250,000.00MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT GENERAL FUND G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
250,000.00
129.07MINNESOTA BENEFIT ASSOC EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S ACCRUED OTHER BENEFITS
129.07
1,140.00MINNESOTA BUREAU CRIMINAL APPREHENSION POLICE G & A TRAINING
1,140.00
608.44MINNESOTA CONWAY GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 20
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
608.44
450.00MINNESOTA DEPT HEALTH REILLY BUDGET LICENSES
450.00
85.00MINNESOTA DEPT OF HUMAN RIGHTS HUMAN RIGHTS SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
85.00
5,500.00MINNESOTA DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM REPAIR OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
5,500.00
150.00MINNESOTA ICE ARENA MGRS ASSOC REC CENTER BUILDING SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
150.00
16.00MINNESOTA NCPERS LIFE INS EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S ACCRUED OTHER BENEFITS
16.00
1,445.00MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY SEWER UTILITY G&A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
1,445.00
422.69MINNESOTA SAFETY COUNCIL OPERATIONS TRAINING
422.69
348.17MINUTEMAN PRESS SUPPORT SERVICES G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES
348.17
256.50MINVALCO INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
256.50
3,253.28MN EQUIPMENT SOLUTIONS GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
3,253.28
800.00MN TRANSPORTATION ALLIANCE ENGINEERING G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
800.00
8,000.00MOBIUS INC HEALTH IN THE PARK INITIATIVE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
8,000.00
1,635.12MOTOROLACOMMUNICATIONS/GV REIMBURSEABL EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,635.12
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 21
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
125.00MPCAPE INVEST/REVIEW/PER IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
125.00
75.00MPELRAHUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING
75.00
8,971.59MTI DISTRIBUTING CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
8,971.59
605.00-MUNICIPAL PIPE SERVICES INC SEWER UTILITY BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
9,405.00SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
8,800.00
25.00MUNICI-PALS HUMAN RESOURCES SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
25.00
4,220.00NAC MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL SERVICES GO BONDS-FIRE STATIONS G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
4,220.00
479.00NAFA INC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
479.00
3,540.41NAPA (GENUINE PARTS CO)GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
127.47OPERATIONSGENERAL SUPPLIES
35.18WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT PARTS
129.98PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
137.55ARENA MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT PARTS
402.43GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
4,373.02
15.26-NASP INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
237.26WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
222.00
57.07NATHANSON, BRIDGET ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
57.07
470.00NATL AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER CO GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
688.00GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
1,158.00
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 22
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
615.00NATOAFRANCHISE ADMINISTRATION SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
615.00
948.67NEP CORP GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
948.67
375.00NIGON, MATTHEW GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
375.00
175.00NOON, PATRICK GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
175.00
52,532.93NORTH AMERICAN SALT CO SANDING/SALTING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
52,532.93
1,140.56NORTHERN SAFETY TECHNOLOGY INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
1,140.56
50.00NORTHSTAR CHAPTER HUMAN RESOURCES SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
50.00
1,000.00NORTON, DEBRA ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
1,000.00
500.00OAK KNOLL ANIMAL HOSPITAL POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
500.00
53.27OESTREICH, MARK WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
138.43WESTWOOD G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
191.70
71.16OFFICE DEPOT ADMINISTRATION G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
28.78HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE SUPPLIES
9.57HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL SUPPLIES
51.00HEALTH IN THE PARK INITIATIVE GENERAL SUPPLIES
81.47FINANCE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
88.59GENERAL INFORMATION OFFICE SUPPLIES
168.82POLICE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
182.41POLICE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
115.71OPERATIONSOFFICE SUPPLIES
356.13INSPECTIONS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4g)
Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 23
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
91.99PUBLIC WORKS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
83.22PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
5.17HOUSING REHAB G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
88.74WESTWOOD G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
1,422.76
1,402.63OFFICE TEAM COMM & MARKETING G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2,246.04INSPECTIONS G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1,418.54SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
5,067.21
20,000.00OLIN DEVELOPMENT ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
20,000.00
85.00OLSON, MADISON INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
85.00
98.00OMAN, JEFF VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
98.00
38.32ON SITE SANITATION PORTABLE TOILETS/FIELD MAINT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
38.32
16.84O'REILLY AUTO PARTS GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
16.84
6,845.53OSTVIG TREE INC REFORESTATION OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4,200.00REFORESTATIONCLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
11,045.53
1,977.60PARKER, JON EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
1,977.60
1,919.00PARSONS ELECTRIC TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
1,919.00
800.00PERNSTEINER CREATIVE GROUP INC COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
281.25WATER UTILITY G&A ADVERTISING
281.25SOLID WASTE G&A ADVERTISING
562.50STORM WATER UTILITY G&A ADVERTISING
1,925.00
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
27.26PETTY CASH GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET CLEARING ACCOUNT
30.00ADMINISTRATION G & A MEETING EXPENSE
27.84HUMAN RESOURCES RECOGNITION
31.54HUMAN RESOURCES CITE
5.50ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
22.84FINANCE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
20.34FINANCE G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
9.12FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
8.89GENERAL CUSTODIAL DUTIES BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
20.50POLICE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
17.33POLICE G & A TRAVEL/MEETINGS
36.19INSPECTIONS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
25.00INSPECTIONS G & A TRAINING
28.97INSPECTIONS G & A MEETING EXPENSE
10.72PUBLIC WORKS G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
14.00PUBLIC WORKS G & A TRAVEL/MEETINGS
2.36ENGINEERING G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
14.87ENGINEERING G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
11.00ENGINEERING G & A MEETING EXPENSE
11.43WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
11.85WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1.01WATER UTILITY G&A MISC EXPENSE
14.98SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
17.00SOLID WASTE G&A MEETING EXPENSE
3.96ORGANIZED REC G & A POSTAGE
7.93ORGANIZED REC G & A TRAINING
5.00ORGANIZED REC G & A MEETING EXPENSE
44.89STORM CLEAN UP GENERAL SUPPLIES
29.00ENVIRONMENTAL G & A TRAINING
8.25REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
3.74REC CENTER BUILDING EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
138.25VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A LICENSES
661.56
38.79PETTY CASH - WWNC WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
9.20WESTWOOD G & A POSTAGE
6.21WESTWOOD G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
6.56FAMILY PROGRAMS CONCESSION SUPPLIES
60.76
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
2,083.63-PHYSIO-CONTROL INC CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
36,949.52EQUIP/VEHICLE REPLACEMENT MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
34,865.89
654.49PIPE DREAM PLUMBING INC WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
736.81REILLY G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,391.30
459.00POMP'S TIRE SERVICE INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
291.72GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
750.72
286.68POPP.COM INC PARK MAINTENANCE G & A TELEPHONE
286.68
192.38PRINTERS SERVICE INC ARENA MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
192.38
2,000.00PUBLIC TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE CABLE TV G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,000.00
27.99QUICKSILVER EXPRESS COURIER HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL SUPPLIES
67.32VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A POSTAGE
95.31
117.14RACETTE, MARY KAY HEALTH IN THE PARK INITIATIVE OFFICE SUPPLIES
117.14
5,384.01RANDY'S SANITATION INC FACILITY OPERATIONS GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
2,508.96REC CENTER BUILDING GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
7,892.97
5,609.75REACH FOR RESOURCES INC COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
5,609.75
51.57REGENCY OFFICE PRODUCTS LLC POLICE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
51.57
162.50REISDORF, SARA GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
162.50
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
246.66RETROFIT COMPANIES INC GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
292.06REC CENTER/AQUATIC PARK SAL GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
119.95REC CENTER BUILDING GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
658.67
1,544.43REUVERS, TERRY EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
1,544.43
339.97RIGID HITCH INC PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
339.97
2,139.51RMR SERVICES WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,139.51
285.00ROCHESTER ARBORIST WORKSHOP PARK MAINTENANCE G & A TRAINING
95.00ENVIRONMENTAL G & A TRAINING
380.00
486.97ROSA, NATE ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
486.97
30.40ROSE, BETH BASKETBALL PROGRAM REVENUE
30.40
477.00ROSENBAUER MINNESOTA LLC GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
477.00
244.00ROTARY CLUB OF SLP ADMINISTRATION G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
244.00
2,000.00ROYTBURG & SLAVA SLOBDYANUK, YANA ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
2,000.00
1,440.53RUCKER, XAVIER EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
1,440.53
3,500.00RUD, JOSEPH EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
3,500.00
36.00RYAN, GENZ INSPECTIONS G & A PLUMBING
36.00
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
81.00SAE INTERNATIONAL VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
81.00
219.62SAFE-FAST INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
219.62
430.06SAFELITE FULFILLMENT INC GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
430.06
225.00SALA ARCHITECTS INC MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
266.56SAM'S CLUB OPERATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES
284.40WARMING HOUSES GENERAL SUPPLIES
174.61WESTWOOD G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
416.46WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
203.65HALLOWEEN PARTY GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,345.68
111.61SANDUM, KATHERINE INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
111.61
12.01-SCHAAKE COMPANY, AJ GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
186.71ADMINISTRATION G & A MEETING EXPENSE
174.70
567.25SCHERER BROS. LUMBER CO.PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
567.25
863.00SCHRAMM, HOLLY FITNESS PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
863.00
70.00SEDGWICK HEATING & AIR INSPECTIONS G & A MECHANICAL
70.00
39,845.44SEHPE DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
2,476.02STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
42,321.46
685.00SESACAQUATIC PARK BUDGET SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
685.00
1,971.27SHAW/STEWART LUMBER CO WESTWOOD G & A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
1,971.27
11.10SHRED-IT USA MINNEAPOLIS ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11.10FINANCE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
55.50POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
11.10INSPECTIONS G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11.10WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11.10PARK AND REC G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
49.95WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
160.95
185.00SHRMHUMAN RESOURCES SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
185.00
1,393.00SIGNATURE MECHANICAL INC PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
1,393.00
1,458.60SLP FF ASSOC IAFF LOCAL #993 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNION DUES
1,458.60
75.00SMITH, TIM OPERATIONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
75.00
1,000.00SMP PRODUCTIONS PERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,000.00
885.00SOTAPOLICE G & A TRAINING
885.00
1,399.92SPRINTIT G & A DATACOMMUNICATIONS
1,399.92
8,019.90ST CROIX TREE SERVICE INC TREE DISEASE PRIVATE CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
8,019.90
1,340.18STONEBROOKE EQUIPMENT INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
110.00GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,450.18
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
3,845.00STORM WIND STUDIOS IT G & A TRAINING
3,845.00
1,687.50STRATEGIC INSIGHTS CO TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
1,687.50
639.00STREICHER'S POLICE G & A POLICE EQUIPMENT
450.51OPERATIONSSMALL TOOLS
1,089.51
35.36SUBURBAN GM PARTS GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
35.36
434.35SUBURBAN TIRE WHOLESALE GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
434.35
7,900.00SULLIVAN, STACY ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
7,900.00
23,644.77SUMMIT ENVIROSOLUTIONS INC REILLY BUDGET GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
23,644.77
125.00SUSAPUBLIC WORKS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
250.00WATER UTILITY G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
125.00SEWER UTILITY G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
500.00
155.25-TACTICAL COMMAND INDUSTRIES INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
2,413.41ERUOPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
2,258.16
517.50TAHO SPORTSWEAR WARMING HOUSES GENERAL SUPPLIES
517.50
25.29TARGET BANK POLICE G & A SUBSISTENCE SUPPLIES
22.85POLICE G & A TRAINING
11.36NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
38.06WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
97.56
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
300.00TCALMCHUMAN RESOURCES SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
300.00
3,000.00TEENS ALONE POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
3,000.00
146.49-TEMPLE DISPLAY LTD PARK IMPROVE BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
2,277.25PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
2,130.76
568.25TENNANT SALES AND SERVICE CO.OPERATIONS GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
568.25
104.06TERMINIX INT BUILDING MAINTENANCE BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
104.06
42.00TEXA TONKA TAILORING OPERATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES
42.00
3,037.24THE HARTFORD - PRIORITY ACCOUNTS EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
3,037.24
35.00THOMPSON, JUDY GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
35.00
117.67THOMPSON, LINDSEY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
117.67
84.48THOMSON REUTERS (SCIENTIFIC) LLC INSPECTIONS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
84.48
132.30THOMSON REUTERS WEST PAYMENT CENTER SUPPORT SERVICES OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
132.30
791.06THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
791.06
280.13TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETARIAL ADMINISTRATION G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
280.13
1,660.28TKDAPE DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
1,660.28
4,059.53TODD THE PLUMBER PLUMBING MTCE BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
4,059.53
2,720.83TREE TRUST REFORESTATION LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
2,720.83
3,443.23TRI STATE BOBCAT GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
3,443.23
138.83TURFWERKSGENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
138.83
367.50TWIN CITY OUTDOOR SERVICES INC SSD 1 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
131.00SSD 3 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
498.50
2,666.06UHL CO INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
2,666.06
300.00UNITED STATES TREASURY EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S WAGE GARNISHMENTS
300.00
260.00UNITED WAY OF MINNEAPOLIS AREA EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNITED WAY
260.00
935.00UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA PARK MAINTENANCE G & A TRAINING
360.00ENVIRONMENTAL G & A TRAINING
1,295.00
75.00UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA REGISTRAR PUBLIC WORKS G & A TRAINING
240.00ENGINEERING G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
1,180.00ENGINEERING G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
200.00PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A TRAINING
1,695.00
178.44UPS STORE WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
178.44
75.00US HEALTH WORKS MEDICAL GROUP PARK MAINTENANCE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
75.00
3,000.00US PROPS LLC ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
3,000.00
290.44USA MOBILITY WIRELESS INC OPERATIONS TELEPHONE
290.44
4,774.34VALLEY-RICH CO INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
4,774.34
67.24VAUGHAN, JIM ENVIRONMENTAL G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
67.24
120.00VERIFIED CREDENTIALS HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
120.00
74.18VERIZON WIRELESS POLICE G & A TELEPHONE
50.14SEWER UTILITY G&A TELEPHONE
3,254.74CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.OFFICE EQUIPMENT
3,379.06
47.86VOELKER, STACY M ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
47.86
253.55WALSER CHRYSLER JEEP open code EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
253.55
1,000.00WALTERS, LOU ANN ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
1,000.00
798.00WARNING LITES OF MN INC REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
798.00
2,804.53WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS/GV REIMBURSEABL EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
2,804.53
6,969.07-WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
186,859.04SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
54,291.11SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
234,181.08
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Amount
Vendor ObjectBU Description
1,923.60WATER CONSERVATION SERVICE INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
1,923.60
355.44WEBER ELECTRIC WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
3,607.18SEWER UTILITY BALANCE SHEET RETAINED PERCENTAGE
14,562.84CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
18,525.46
150.00WEINMANN, MIKE GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
150.00
16.39WEST, JASON ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
16.39
10,480.00WESTWOOD VILLA ASSN WESTWOOD VILLAS HIA OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10,480.00
200.00WOJICK, MCKENNA LIFEGUARDING TRAINING
200.00
250.00WRIGHT, GARET GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
250.00
6,489.50WSB ASSOC INC ENGINEERING G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
18,727.00STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
25,216.50
8,355.63XCEL ENERGY GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE ELECTRIC SERVICE
4.35OPERATIONSEMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
16,431.50PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
12,179.01WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
971.48REILLY BUDGET ELECTRIC SERVICE
2,203.04SEWER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
265.67STORM WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
2,629.36PARK MAINTENANCE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
21.93BRICK HOUSE (1324)ELECTRIC SERVICE
28.95WW RENTAL HOUSE (1322)ELECTRIC SERVICE
139.92WESTWOOD G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
10,064.71ENTERPRISE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
53,295.55
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
41,767.85YOCUM OIL CO INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
41,767.85
210.40ZACKS INC PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
537.11VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
747.51
51.64ZEE MEDICAL SERVICE PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
51.64WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
51.64VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
154.92
120.28ZEP MFG OPERATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES
87.93PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
87.93WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
87.92PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
384.06
158,568.30ZUERCHER TECHNOLOGIES LLC POLICE & FIRE PENSION G&A MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
158,568.30
437.60ZWILLING, JAMES EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION
437.60
Report Totals 2,268,034.54
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Vendor ObjectBU Description
20,000.0011TH HOUR HEROICS LLC PUBLIC ART OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
20,000.00
450.00BOND TRUST SERVICES CORP HOIGAARD 2010A DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
450.00
164.42BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION 4601 HWY 7 PROP ACQUISITION OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
164.42
1,030.00ECM PUBLISHERS INC DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A ADVERTISING
1,030.00
3,000.00EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC 2008B GO TAX INCREM BONDS G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
3,000.00
249.00FINANCE & COMMERCE DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
249.00
625.00GALLAGHER RISK MGMT SERVICES INC, ARTHURDEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
625.00
299.11HLB TAUTGES REDPATH LTD DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
299.11
1,895.62HOISINGTON KOEGLER GROUP INC LOUISIANA LRT STATION OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,895.62
1,955.50KENNEDY & GRAVEN 2004 GOTI REFUNDING BONDS I/S LEGAL SERVICES
3,090.754601 HWY 7 PROP ACQUISITION LEGAL SERVICES
370.00DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A LEGAL SERVICES
5,416.25
225.00MNCAR EXCHANGE DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
225.00
15.51OFFICE DEPOT DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES
15.51
2,401.47SEHDEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,401.47
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Report Totals 35,771.38
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Title: Revised City Vendor Claims Page 37
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4h
OFFICIAL MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
December 18, 2013 – 6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Lynne Carper, Robert Kramer, Dennis Morris, Carl Robertson,
Larry Shapiro, Charlie Dixon (youth member)
MEMBERS ABSENT: Claudia Johnston-Madison, Richard Person
STAFF PRESENT: Ryan Kelley, Meg McMonigal, Sean Walther, Nancy Sells
1. Call to Order – Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes of October 16, 2013
Commissioner Carper moved approval of the minutes of October 16, 2013.
Commissioner Morris seconded the motion, and the motion passed on a vote of 4-0.
(Commissioner Shapiro arrived at 6:05 p.m.)
3. Public Hearings
A. Conditional Use Permit and Variance
Location: 8128 Minnetonka Boulevard
Applicant: Bin & Keg LLC (Brent Olson)
Case No.: 13-40-CUP and 13-41-VAR
Ryan Kelley, Associate Planner, presented the staff report. The application is for an
American Grill restaurant with intoxicating liquor license at Texa Tonka Mall. A 76 foot
variance is also requested to allow a restaurant with intoxicating liquor license to be
located 24 feet from a parcel zoned Residential instead of the required 100 feet. Mr.
Kelley reviewed staff findings regarding the site orientation which results in impacts to
the residential properties being minimal and meeting the intent of the ordinance
condition. He discussed how the application would meet the intent of the Comprehensive
Plan. Mr. Kelley noted that there is consistency with an existing approved restaurant with
intoxicating liquor at Thanh Do which is within the same Texa Tonka mall.
Mr. Kelley spoke about the neighborhood meeting that was held on December 5, 2013.
He said the residents in attendance at the neighborhood meeting spoke in favor of the
proposed concept. Mr. Kelley noted that one letter of support was received and is
included in the staff report. He added that one phone call was received from a resident
opposing the project. That resident is located to the southeast of the mall, across
Minnetonka Blvd.
Commissioner Carper asked if the Thanh Do restaurant needed a variance for its liquor
license based upon its location.
Mr. Kelley responded that in 1999 a variance and a conditional use permit were granted
for the space now occupied by Thanh Do. Thanh Do met those same conditions.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4h) Page 2
Title: Planning Commission Minutes December 18, 2013
Commissioner Kramer asked if the Indian restaurant and Texa Tonka Lanes at the mall
required a variance for intoxicating liquor license.
Mr. Kelley said beer and wine is permitted in the C2 District without the distance
requirement. The Indian restaurant has beer and wine only. Texa Tonka Lanes does have
an intoxicating liquor license and conditional use permit. He said he would have to check
on the variance. Texa Tonka Lanes is within 100 ft. of the residential to the north.
Brent Olson, applicant, said the concept intent is for full liquor, wine and a feature of 15-
20 fine craft beers on tap. It’s intended to be a full service restaurant with an upscale,
urban concept. The intoxicating liquor will be an option at the bar, but not a feature.
Mr. Olson said he is hoping to open in March.
Chair Robertson opened the public hearing.
Brandon Gallagher Watson, 2912 Texa Tonka Ave., stated that a couple of months ago
he and his wife hosted a neighborhood gathering, which included Councilmember Santa,
looking at what they as citizens could be doing to improve the look and feel of the
community. Mr. Watson said the proposed upscale bar/grill is perfect and he hopes it
kicks off the revitalization of the Texa Tonka area.
Josh Grossman, representing Fine Properties of MN, said he wanted to reassert the
support of Fine Properties as mentioned in the letter included in the staff report.
Commissioner Kramer asked that the message be passed along that more development is
encouraged at the mall.
Thomas Walker, 2953 Texa Tonka Ave., said his property is the parcel which is 24 ft.
from the proposed restaurant. He said he and his wife have met with the owner and they
are very impressed and look forward to the development. He asked that the Planning
Commission approve the request.
Brett Brown, 2940 Virginia Ave. S., said an issue which has been brought up to the city
before is the traffic which will go around the loop. He spoke about the problem of turning
in from Minnetonka to Virginia and then to Texas. He said Fine Mgmt. was supposed to
comply with having some type of a stop system or parking barrier within the parking lot.
It’s been proposed to change the exit and entrance to Virginia. Mr. Brown said he is in
favor of rejuvenating the whole area but on-going parking concerns should be addressed
and complied with by Fine Management.
Chair Robertson closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Morris stated that he is hearing that it is good to have a new business but
the site itself is in need of improvement. He said the parking situation is bad. There is no
parking striping or greenscape. The traffic situation getting in and out is abysmal. He
asked at what stage in redevelopment of Texa Tonka with new tenants does the city get
involved with site development and issues of parking and traffic management.
Meg McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor, responded that staff will talk with the
applicant and property owner about those issues prior to the City Council meeting to take
a closer look and see if something could be done; particularly regarding striping and clear
traffic patterns. She said that could be a condition of a conditional use permit.
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Title: Planning Commission Minutes December 18, 2013
Commissioner Morris said he understood that Minnetonka Blvd. is a county road, but
possibly the ingress and egress on Mtka. Blvd. could be moved down more to allow for
better ingress. The divided roadway on Texas is prohibitive for getting in and out.
Commissioner Morris said if this were a stand-alone site and the developer was
proposing to bring in a strip mall and we were looking at the existing traffic and parking
situations, we’d be saying this has to be improved. At some point the property owner has
to bring a better site plan into the city.
Chair Robertson said he agreed with Commissioner Morris’ comments completely. He
said additional traffic worries are justified.
Commissioner Kramer remarked that he is in favor of the applicant’s proposal. He said
historically he didn’t see the property owner making changes on that property voluntarily.
It needs to be a mandated requirement.
Commissioner Morris made a motion recommending approval of the Conditional Use
Permit to allow a restaurant with intoxicating liquor license and a 76 foot variance to
allow a restaurant with intoxicating liquor license to be located 24 feet from a
residentially zoned parcel instead of the required 100 feet. He added to his motion the
additional comment that as the site continues to utilize its rental/retail space the
Commission agrees that it’s a unique situation and there is no reason to penalize
businesses or the community from having a vibrant type of entity. He added a condition
that staff takes a serious look at future development of the Texa Tonka Mall as to the
traffic and parking conditions that exist there.
Commissioner Kramer seconded the motion to recommend approval with comment and
condition, and the motion passed on a vote of 5-0.
4. Other Business
A. Resolution of Commendation and Appreciation to Dennis Morris
Commissioner Morris will resign from the Commission effective December 31,
2013. Chair Robertson read Resolution No. 85 of the Planning Commission in
recognition of Commissioner Morris’ distinguished 20 years of service on the
Planning Commission, including service as chair and vice chair.
5. Communications
Election of chair and vice-chair will be held at the first meeting in January.
6. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
A study session immediately followed the regular meeting. Agenda items were the
Louisiana Station Area Design Guidelines and Form-based Zoning Introduction.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy Sells
Administrative Secretary
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4i
FIRE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION MINUTES
December 18, 2013 – 8:00 a.m.
FIRE STATION 1 CONFERENCE ROOM
1) The meeting was called to order at 8:07 a.m. by President Lee.
2) In attendance were Commission President David Lee and Commissioners Bill
MacMillan and Jim Rhodes. Also present were Ali Fosse, Human Resources
Coordinator/Staff Liaison; Steve Koering, Fire Chief; Mark Windschitl, Rodger Coppa,
and Cary Smith, Assistant Chiefs; Eva Hansen, Fire Lieutenant; and Tom Harmening,
City Manager.
3) President Lee welcomed Chief Koering to St. Louis Park and all attendees participated in
a discussion about the role of the Fire Civil Service Commission to the department and
the upcoming goals, opportunities, and challenges facing the department. Chief Koering
thanked the commission and reiterated his excitement about working with the SLP FD.
A theme that emerged from the discussion was the importance of communication and
marketing to the public the work of our Fire Department staff. Also, the department is
anticipating up to three vacancies in the next 6 months which poses challenges for
knowledge transfer and opportunities for new ideas. Chief Koering, department staff,
and commissioners will work together to meet challenges and opportunities in 2014.
4) The Commission adjourned at 9:05 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Ali Fosse
City Staff Liaison to the Fire Civil Service Commission
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Consent Agenda Item: 4j
MINUTES
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY COMMISSION: SUSTAINABLE SLP
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
January 8, 2014
Community Room, City Hall
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chris Anderson, Tim Brausen, Mark Eilers, Terry Gips, Caitlin
Glennon, Rachel Harris, Tom Hillstrom, Mary Karius, Cindy Larson O’Neil, Alex Sundvall,
Whitney Thesing, Judy Voigt
MEMBERS ABSENT: Renee McGarvey, Excused
STAFF PRESENT: Bridget Gothberg, Cindy Walsh, Debra Heiser
CONSULTANTS: Mike Lamb, Fred Rozumalski, Barr Engineering Company
1. The meeting was called to order at 6:31 p.m.
2. The minutes of the December 11, 2013 meeting were moved by the Chair and were
unanimously approved.
3. Unfinished Business
a. Finalizing the Work Plan
It was moved by Commissioner Gips and seconded by Commissioner Eilers and
was unanimously approved.
b. Finalizing the Work Group Operation Guidelines
It was moved by Commissioner Eilers and seconded by Commissioner Karius and
was unanimously approved.
4. New Business:
a. Set consistent meeting times: There was discussion over the fact that the
Commission may only need a 1½ hour meeting time, especially when the
Commission starts working with groups. Others felt that the Commission needs a
longer time so there can be more learning. It was moved by Commissioner
Sundvall to keep the meetings at two hours for February, March, and April; after
which we would review it again. It was seconded by Commissioner Karius. The
motion was unanimously carried. Commission Eilers volunteered to be the
timekeeper.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 4j) Page 2
Title: Environment and Sustainability Commission: Sustainable SLP Meeting Minutes of January 8, 2014
b. Ms. Gothberg indicated that the process for the new Commissioner (someone
from a Business, per our ordinance) would be open until January 15th. If we get
applicants, Administration will start setting up interview times for the City
Council to select. If there are not applicants, we will open the process up until we
get good candidates.
5. Communications:
• Commissioner Gips shared that there would be two SWLRT meetings
coming up – one in Kenwood and one at the SLP Rec Center.
• Commissioner Harris indicated that Northfield was hosting a climate
summit.
• Ms. Gothberg shared Health in the Park with the Commissioners. She said
this is important work involving our citizens to have a voice in the health
of our community. Two citizen meetings will be held: Thursday, Feb. 20,
from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Marriott in St. Louis Park, and Sunday,
March 2, from 1:30—4:40 p.m. at Central Community Center.
Transportation and child care are available.
• Commissioner Gips indicated that coyotes were sited within Edina. Ms.
Walsh shared that St. Louis Park has been working on this for the past
year as St. Louis Park has also had coyotes.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Boards and Commissions: 5a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Appointment of Citizen Representative to Boards and Commissions
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to appoint citizen representative Lisa Peilen as
Commissioner to the Planning Commission for a term which expires December 31, 2016.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the Council wish to appoint this individual to the
Planning Commission for the term listed above?
SUMMARY: City Council interviewed six applicants who had indicated interest in serving on
the Planning Commission. Ms. Peilen was interviewed on February 3, 2014. After discussion,
the Council was in agreement to recommend Ms. Peilen for appointment to serve as Planning
Commissioner for a term which expires December 31, 2016.
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: February 18, 2014
Public Hearing Agenda Item: 6a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Public Hearing to Consider Allocation of 2014 Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Funds
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor to close the public hearing. Motion to Adopt Resolution
approving proposed use of 2014 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program Funds and authorizing execution of Subrecipient Agreement with Hennepin
County and any Third Party Agreements.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the City Council concur with the recommendations made
for the allocation of $195,859 in 2014 CDBG funds?
SUMMARY: Each year the City must decide how to use its annual allocation of CDBG Funds.
CDBG funds are US Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds distributed through
Hennepin County. The allocation amount for cities within the county is based on a calculation of
2010 census poverty data. The City must submit its proposed use of the allocation to Hennepin
County by February 27th. Prior to submittal, the City must hold a public hearing. The hearing
and official City Council action is scheduled for February 18th.
This year’s proposed use of CDBG funds reflects the City’s priorities to preserve existing
housing and increase affordable ownership opportunities. Ninety-six percent of the allocation, or
$188,359 of the $195,859, focuses on assisting low-income residents with emergency repairs,
rehab loans and affordable ownership opportunities. The remaining amount is proposed for youth
park programming at Meadowbrook Manor Park.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: CDBG funds allow cities discretion (within
the HUD guidelines) to fund projects that meet the national low income objectives and the needs
of cities. CDBG funding is expected to remain close to the fiscal year 2013 funding level;
however, the federal budget has yet to be finalized. 2013 funding levels will be used for planning
purposes until the 2014 allocation is finalized. St. Louis Park will receive an estimated $195,859
in 2014. The 2014 CDBG year runs from July 1, 2014 through December 31, 2015. Staff
anticipates the proposed projects can expend the funds in a timely manner as has been our
historical practice of fully expending CDBG funds. Final funding amount may vary slightly
from the estimate. Staff will keep Council apprised of actual funding amounts.
VISION CONSIDERATION: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a well-maintained and
diverse housing stock.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Discussion
Draft Resolution
Proposed Program Descriptions
Prepared by: Marney Olson, Housing Programs Coordinator
Reviewed by: Michele Schnitker, Housing Supervisor
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 6a) Page 2
Title: Public Hearing to Consider Allocation of 2014 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
DISCUSSION
BACKGROUND: The national objectives of the CDBG program are to benefit low and
moderate-income persons, prevention or elimination of slum or blight and/or to meet a particular
urgent community development need. From a policy perspective, the City Council has typically
focused CDBG funds on “sticks and bricks” improvements to the housing stock for low-income
families, for both single-family (SF) owners and multifamily housing residents. A small portion
of funds have also been allocated to support public services for St. Louis Park Housing Authority
(SLPHA) residents and park programming for low-income youth.
PRESENT CONSIDERATIONS: The proposed use of CDBG funds reflects the City’s
priorities to preserve existing housing and increase affordable ownership opportunities. This
year’s proposed allocation is summarized in Table 1 below. Ninety-six percent of the allocation,
or $188,359 of the $195,859, focuses on assisting low-income residents with emergency repairs,
rehab loans, home renovations and affordable ownership opportunities. The remaining amount is
proposed for youth park programming at Meadowbrook Manor Park.
Historically, the City has allocated CDBG funds to non-profit affordable housing providers to
assist with their building renovations. Both PPL and Perspectives require water main
replacement for buildings at Louisiana Court which provides housing to low-income residents.
Table 1: Proposed 2014 CDBG Allocation
Project Activity
Proposed Ongoing
Activity Allocation
Low Income Single Family Emergency Repair Program $45,000 yes
Low Income Single Family Home Rehab Loan $60,000 yes
Affordable Housing Land Trust – Homes within Reach $20,000 yes
St. Louis Park Housing Authority – Rehab for scattered site home $23,359 yes
Perspectives, Inc. – Water Main Replacement at Louisiana Court $20,000 no
PPL – Water Main Replacement at Louisiana Court $20,000 No
Public Service – Youth Park Programming at Meadowbrook Park $7,500 yes
Total $195,859
NEXT STEPS: The St. Louis Park Housing Authority (SLPHA) will review and discuss the
proposed allocation at its February 12, 2014 meeting. The Commissioners’ comments will be
shared at the Public Hearing on February 18, 2014. The following actions are required to
receive 2014 CDBG funds:
February 6, 2014 Publication of Public Hearing Notice
February 18, 2014 Public Hearing and Approval of Resolution Outlining Proposed Activities
February 27, 2014 Deadline for Submission of CDBG Application to Hennepin County
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 6a) Page 3
Title: Public Hearing to Consider Allocation of 2014 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
DRAFT RESOLUTION NO. 14 - ____
RESOLUTION APPROVING PROPOSED USE OF 2014 URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS AND
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN
COUNTY AND ANY THIRD PARTY AGREEMENTS
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park, through execution of a Joint Cooperation
Agreement with Hennepin County, is cooperating in the Urban Hennepin County Community
Development Block Grant Program; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Louis Park has developed a proposal for the use of 2014
Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant funds made available to it; and
WHEREAS, the City held a public hearing on February 18, 2014 to obtain the views of
citizens on housing and community development needs and priorities and the City's proposed use
of $195,859 from the 2014 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block Grant.
BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of St. Louis Park approves the following
projects for funding from the 2014 Urban Hennepin County Community Development Block
Grant Program and authorizes submittal of the proposal to Hennepin County.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council hereby authorizes and directs the
Mayor and its City Manager to execute the Subrecipient Agreement and any required Third Party
Agreement on behalf of the City to implement the 2014 Community Development Block Grant
Program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that should the final amount of FY2014 CDBG
available to the city be different from the preliminary amount provided to the city, the City
Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to adjust project budget(s) to reflect an increase or
decrease in funding.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Project Activity Allocation
Low Income Single Family Emergency Repair Program $45,000
Low Income Single Family Home Rehab Loan $60,000
Affordable Housing Land Trust – Homes within Reach $20,000
St. Louis Park Housing Authority – Rehab for scattered site home $23,359
PPL – Water Main Replacement at Louisiana Court $20,000
Perspectives – Water Main Replacement at Louisiana Court $20,000
Public Service – Youth Park Programming at Meadowbrook Park $7,500
Total $195,859
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 6a) Page 4
Title: Public Hearing to Consider Allocation of 2014 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
Proposed Program Descriptions
Emergency Repair Program – Single Family $45,000
This program is consistent with the Council’s focus on stick and bricks and has proven its
responsiveness to low income seniors and vulnerable residents with annual incomes of 50% or
less of the median area income, or $29,050 for a single person household, and assets less than
$25,000. It provides grants of up to $4,000 for emergencies such as leaking roofs, plumbing
repairs and water heaters. Community Action Partners for Suburban Hennepin County (CAPSH)
currently administers this program for the City. This is an ongoing CDBG activity.
Low Income Single Family Deferred Loan Program- $60,000
This is the primary ongoing CDBG rehab loan program targeted for homeowners with annual income
of 50% or less of the median area income, or $41,450 for a household of 4, and assets less than
$25,000. The rehab focuses on improvements to bring homes into code compliance and provide long-
term maintenance free housing. The maximum loan amount is $25,000 and is forgiven after 15 years.
Repayment is required if homeowners sell the property before the 15-year period expires.
The demand for our low-income home improvement loans and grants continues to be high. Despite
ongoing funding there is still a waiting list for the low income single family deferred loan program.
Continued funding, along with the program income realized from repayment of previous CDBG
deferred loans, should make it possible to serve three to five residents. This program is administered
by Hennepin County Housing staff.
Affordable Housing Land Trust – Homes within Reach $20,000
Homes within Reach is a program of West Hennepin Housing Land Trust that purchases homes
and sells them to low income homeowners. Buyers pay for the cost of the building only and
lease the land for 99 years. St. Louis Park funds are leveraged with Met Council and Hennepin
County HOME funds, and Homes within Reach administers this activity. Homes within Reach
have purchased ten homes in the city that have been sold to low income families and one home is
in process of being rehabbed.
St. Louis Park Housing Authority – renovation of a scattered site home - $23,359
The SLP Housing Authority provides housing to low income residents that are typically below
50% median income. The HA owns and manages 37 scattered site homes throughout the city.
The HA has requested $23,359 to assist with replacing windows, new siding and a new roof at
4316 Mackey which is one of the single family scattered site homes.
PPL Louisiana Court Apartments Water Main Replacement- $20,000
The Louisiana Court Apartments are a collection of 1960’s-era apartment buildings each housing
between 12 -16 dwelling units. PPL serves residents with households earning less than 60% of
area median income (AMI). Project ownership is committed to maintaining the integrity of this
valuable, affordable housing resource and since 2000 has completed numerous, substantial
upgrades to the premises. To date, eight of 11 water mains have been replaced on the premises.
The remaining three PPL buildings requiring the upgrade are: 2711, 2740 and 2742. The project
will tear out and install a new water main from the city street to the residential building. CDBG
funds will assist in financing the water main replacement.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 6a) Page 5
Title: Public Hearing to Consider Allocation of 2014 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds
Perspectives Louisiana Court Water Main Replacement - $20,000
This project involves the replacement of the water main that extends from the City’s main to
2753 Louisiana Court. The project also involves moving the present water meter to a more
accessible location, as well as providing the necessary restoration after completion. Perspectives
has incurred at least seven water main leaks to the Louisiana Court apartments during the past
10 years. These repairs have been very costly, ranging from $5,000 - $8,500. They have also
been disruptive, as they involved tearing up the pavement and sidewalk. During this time,
Perspectives has replaced the water mains at four of their five buildings. The 2753 apartment
building currently houses twelve permanent housing families through HUD's Shelter + Care
Rental Assistance program (the Housing Authority of St Louis Park administers this funding).
Criteria for this housing is that residents are homeless and have a disability (chronic substance
abuse) at program entry. In addition, all clients must meet income guidelines at program entry –
they are at or below very low income (30 percent of medium adjusted income). All participants
are single heads of household, with one to four children. Seventy-two percent are persons of
color. CDBG funds will assist in financing this project.
Public Service – SLP Park and Rec. Programming at Meadowbrook Manor Parks - $7,500
The Park and Recreation Department provides park programming to children at the
Meadowbrook Manor Apartment Community. The $7,500 would provide an enhanced level of
programming and ensure affordable registration fees. The youth park programming has been
funded with CDBG funds since 2007. Meadowbrook Manor Park is CDBG eligible based on
the poverty levels in this neighborhood.
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Action Agenda Item: 8a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: First Reading – Zoning Ordinance Amendment Related to Anaerobic Digesters
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to approve First Reading of an Ordinance amending
Chapter 36 of the St. Louis Park Code of Ordinances relating to definitions and allowing
anaerobic digesters in the I-G General Industrial zoning district by conditional use permit, and to
set the Second Reading for March 3, 2014.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Should the City make the proposed revisions to the zoning
ordinance?
SUMMARY: PLACE, a non-profit developer, has presented a development concept including a
mixed-income, mixed-use, sustainable community that includes an anaerobic digester at the site
of the former McGarvey plant. The project concept was presented at two prior City Council
Study Sessions. The Council indicated support for the development concept and raised questions
about potential impacts from the digester such as odor, noise, traffic and safety. The Council
directed staff to conduct further research into anaerobic digesters. Staff recommended new
definitions and permitting anaerobic digesters by conditional use permit at the second Council
meeting.
Staff is recommending the following amendments to the Zoning Ordinance:
1. Create new definitions for: Food waste, Organic material, Yard waste and Anaerobic
digesters.
2. Allow anaerobic digesters in the I-G General Industrial Zoning District with a conditional
use permit.
The proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance are attached.
NEXT STEPS: The Second Reading is tentatively scheduled for the March 3, 2014 City
Council meeting.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not Applicable
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Discussion
Draft Ordinance
E-Generation Process Flow Diagram
Project Summary
Excerpt of Draft Planning Commission Minutes
Prepared by: Ryan Kelley, Associate Planner
Reviewed by: Meg McMonigal, Planning & Zoning Supervisor
Michele Schnitker, Housing Supervisor
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8a) Page 2
Title: First Reading – Zoning Ordinance Amendments Related to Anaerobic Digesters
DISCUSSION
In August, 2013 PLACE, a non-profit developer, contacted the City regarding the concept of a
mixed-use, mixed-income development at the site of the former McGarvey plant. The project
would incorporate a mix of renewable energy sources, including an anaerobic digester. The
project would be developed in two phases with the digester becoming operational in the fall of
2014 and ground-breaking for the mixed-use development occurring in 2015.
Anaerobic Digester
Anaerobic digestion is a process in which organic matter is broken down by naturally occurring
bacteria in an air-tight container and oxygen-free environment. The process produces various
gases and fertilizer. These gases are called biogas, or renewable natural gas, and consist
primarily of methane and carbon dioxide. These gases are captured and can be used as fuel for a
boiler to produce heat or to fuel an engine to produce electricity. The biogas can also be fed
directly into a gas pipeline or used as vehicle fuel. A flow diagram of the PLACE process is
attached.
In the U.S. there are over 190 anaerobic digesters on farms and approximately 1,500 operating at
wastewater treatment plants (American Biogas Council). Digesters are also in use at some
landfills and in association with various production facilities, such as food processors. Generally,
these digesters are of a much greater scale and use different inputs or processes than the system
being proposed by PLACE. Anaerobic digestion is much more common in Europe, with an
example of the system being proposed by PLACE operating in the U.K.
PLACE has filed a patent for what they call “E-Generation”, which includes an anaerobic
digester that can operate at a scale compatible with a residential community and urban
environment. They believe their system addresses potential concerns with a digester such as odor
or noise. PLACE intends to use the anaerobic digester, and potentially wind, solar and
geothermal systems to provide heat and power for the mixed-use development concept.
Zoning Amendment
Anaerobic digesters are an unanticipated use in the City of St. Louis Park and there are a limited
number of precedents for a system such as that being proposed in the city. There are many
attributes of a digester that are industrial in nature, but staff finds that there is not an adequate
definition in the existing zoning code that address the function and potential externalities of this
type of operation. Therefore, staff are proposing a new land use definition and creation of a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for permitting digesters. This approach provides the City
additional opportunities to further review digesters and the potential impacts they may present.
City staff has spoken with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), other cities, an
environmental planning specialist, Hennepin County organics/recycling staff, the plant manager
of a digester on the campus of UW-Oshkosh and professors at the University of Minnesota.
These conversations related to topics such as: controlling odors, vehicular traffic, the process of
energy production and how end-products of the process like bio-gas and fertilizer are handled.
The conditions of the CUP were created using the scale of the proposed PLACE project as a
reference. The primary issues addressed by the conditions are odor, truck traffic and the scale of
the facility. The definitions were derived from those definitions in the Solid Waste Management
section of the City Code. The definitions and conditions are attached in the draft ordinance.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8a) Page 3
Title: First Reading – Zoning Ordinance Amendments Related to Anaerobic Digesters
The Project-PLACE
The first phase of the PLACE project includes minor updates to the exterior of the existing
McGarvey building. PLACE is proposing to install the digester system inside the existing
McGarvey building, with some renovations. Building upgrades also include odor mitigation
systems such as: creating negative-pressure in the building and installing charcoal air scrubbers.
Phase I also includes several greenhouse structures placed on the roof of the building used to
capture carbon dioxide from the anaerobic digestion process and grow food. A project summary
is attached.
Phase Two includes the full mixed-use development which would include further renovation to
the existing McGarvey building and the construction of a new building. PLACE is also interested
in the potential opportunity of incorporating the EDA parcel to the west into their development
for this phase.
Existing Zoning & Timeline
The site of the former McGarvey plant is currently zoned I-G General Industrial and guided as
BP – Business Park in the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The I-G district would allow the digester
if the zoning amendments presented in this report are approved.
Due to the complexity of timelines for Phase I, which is more immediate, and the subsequent
development of Phase II, PLACE will first apply for a CUP for the digester in the I-G Industrial
District. Phase II will likely be addressed through:
• A Comprehensive Plan Amendment;
• A Rezoning; and
• A PUD
Planning Commission Review
The Planning Commission conducted a public hearing on February 5, 2014. No comments were
received from the public. The Commission recommended approval (6-0 vote) of the ordinance.
The draft minutes of the meeting are attached.
NEXT STEPS: The Second Reading is tentatively scheduled for the March 3, 2014 City
Council meeting.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8a) Page 4
Title: First Reading – Zoning Ordinance Amendments Related to Anaerobic Digesters
ORDINANCE NO.____-14
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ST. LOUIS PARK
ORDINANCE CODE RELATING TO ZONING BY
AMENDING SECTIONS 36-4, 36-142, AND 36-244
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
Findings
Sec. 1. The City Council has considered the advice and recommendation of the Planning
Commission (Case No. 14-01-ZA).
Sec. 2. The St. Louis Park Ordinance Code, Sections 36-4, 36-142, and 36-244 are
hereby amended as follows. Section breaks are represented by ***.
Sec. 36-4. Definitions.
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Food waste means all food, including meat, poultry, seafood, dairy, bread, fruits and vegetables,
cheese, eggshells, rice, beans, pasta, coffee grounds and filters, tea bags, bones and other plate
scrapings, and garden food waste (e.g. tomatoes, pumpkins).
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Organic material means Food waste, Yard waste and items such as, but not limited to: non-
recyclable paper products, and other compostable items such as full vacuum cleaner bags, dryer
lint, tissues and cotton balls, floral trimmings and house plants, and compostable plastics
(certified compostable plastic utensils, cups and containers).
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Yard waste means all garden wastes, grass clippings, leaves, weeds, holiday trees, shrub and tree
waste and prunings, seasonal greenery, and woodchips that are normally generated from
residential properties.
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Sec. 36-142. Descriptions.
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(e) Industrial uses. The following are typical of the industrial uses referred to in this chapter.
(1) Anaerobic digester is an enclosed system in which controlled anaerobic digestion occurs,
converting organic material into end-products such as biogas, fertilizer, water or other
solids. Characteristics may include truck traffic, odor or noises.
*(Renumber subsequent Industrial Use Descriptions accordingly)*
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Sec. 36-244. I-G general industrial district.
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Title: First Reading – Zoning Ordinance Amendments Related to Anaerobic Digesters
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(d) Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in an I-G district shall be
used for the following uses except by conditional use permit. Those uses shall comply with the
requirements of all the general conditions provided in section 36-242 and section 36-33
regarding conditional use permits, and with the specific conditions imposed in this subsection.
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(10) Anaerobic digester. The conditions are as follows:
a. Organic material, as defined in the Zoning Code, is the only input allowed.
b. No more than 30,000 tons of organic material shall be processed per year.
c. The digester system, associated equipment and operations must occur completely
within a negative-pressure building.
d. Organic material shall be deposited from the delivery vehicle directly into an enclosed
container integrated with the digester system.
e. Sorting of material must occur in an enclosed container integrated with the digester
system.
f. Odor controlling devices shall be used to prevent odors from leaving the building.
g. Flaring of bio-gas is only allowed to burn excess gas and shall not be visible from off-site.
h. No outdoor storage is allowed.
i. Retail distribution of compressed natural gas is not allowed.
j. All necessary permits relating to items such as: emissions, solid waste processing,
energy production, industrial waste water, and storm water must be obtained from the
appropriate agencies.
k. All necessary contracts or agreements with material providers and utility companies
must be submitted to the City prior to the issuance of a building permit.
Sec. 3. The contents of Planning Case File 14-01-ZA are hereby entered into and made
part of the public hearing record and the record of decision for this case.
Sec. 4. This Ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its publication.
Public Hearing February 5, 2014
First Reading February 18, 2014
Second Reading March 3, 2014
Date of Publication March 13, 2014
Date Ordinance takes effect March 28, 2014
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council March 3, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest: Approved as to Form and Execution:
City Clerk City Attorney
Max six days/wk
Max six deliveries/day
Max 120 tons/day
15,000 - 20,000 tons/yr
Av. 41 - 55 tons/day
Deliveries to indoor
pressurized building
Floor hopper with lid
Sprayer
Material handling:
Mechanical sorting/
separating
Mix & chop
10 cubic meters per
hour
Non-digestible
Holding
2,847 tons/ year
HC End Dumper
Water
12,900 CF
97,000 gal.
Buffer tank:
3/4 days storage
Digester
DigesterDigester
Digester
Digester
DigesterDigester
Digester
DigesterDigester
Digester
Digester
DigesterDigester
Digester
Digester
Vent
21 days
Rain Water
Catchment
Recycling
Landfill
Bio Gas
Storage
Bio Gas Conditioning Generator
4 x 200 kW
324 kW
33% efficient
65 db
Electricity 2,838 MWh/yr
Heat 5,700 MWh/yr
Emissions
Organic Ferilizer
(Liquid)
5,300 tons/yr
Max 37.6 tons/day
Soil Amendment
30% Solids
Fertilizer
Storage
826 tons/yr
Max 4.5 tons/day
Soil
Amendment
Storage
Exhaust
Exhaust
Odor control
6 air changes
Multiple Containerized
Systems (12)
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Pasteurization
Greenhouse
Unpressurized
23 mbar
Exhaust
Odor control
6 air changes
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About PLACE
PLACE is a nonprofit developer specializing
in sustainable communities for the arts and
economic development. PLACE collaborates
with communities to develop places that
improve the lives of residents and the
surrounding neighborhood, protect and
restore the natural environment, and lower
government burden. We are passionate
about taking on the interconnected
challenges of affordable living, education,
economic development, access to arts and
culture, food, health, energy, and more.
The History
Chris Velasco, President and Executive
Director of PLACE, cofounded the organization with Elizabeth Bowling in 2005 to bring together the arts,
environmental stewardship, and social justice. Prior to starting PLACE, Chris was Vice President of
Artspace, where he helped grow the organization into the world’s leading developer for the arts. After
working for thirteen years building arts communities for public benefit, Chris wanted to expand those
efforts consistent with his commitment to sustainability and community empowerment.
PLACE became the vehicle to develop mixed-use, mixed-income projects that are both restorative to the
environment and strengthening to the community. Through a community-driven, ethically rigorous
process, the PLACE Team strives to develop new models for urban neighborhoods that demonstrate
radical innovation in environmental, economic, and cultural design.
Experience
To date, the PLACE organization has created over $1 billion in completed projects, ranging from adaptive
reuse of historical buildings to cutting-edge new construction. More importantly, our communities and
their residents have created a ripple effect of long-term public benefit that far exceeds the dollar value of
the buildings.
!
100 Portland Avenue South info@welcometoplace.com
Suite 100 welcometoplace.com
Minneapolis, MN 55401 T (612) 309-3889
The mission of PLACE is to create places that foster a sustainable, just, and inspiring world.
Working Artists Ventura (WAV), Ventura, California
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Project Description
PLACE seeks to develop a roughly 2-acre site in St. Louis Park, Minnesota into a sustainable, transit-
oriented community. The site is located adjacent to a major pedestrian and bike trail. It is also next to the
pending Southwest Light Rail Line.
The first phase of this project, a renewable energy facility known
as E-Generation, will be completed by May of 2014. The second
phase, the sustainable village, will be powered by E-Generation
and will break ground in 2015, making it the world’s first
sustainable community powered by garbage.
The village will offer live/work suites for creatives (artists,
scientists, technologists and inventors), and retail space for
creative businesses, including coffee houses, galleries, cafes,
wine bars and design firms that will draw foot traffic and
contribute to the vitality of the neighborhood.
A variety of housing types—both ownership and rental—will be available
for households across the income spectrum. The entire village will be
built to the highest standards of environmental design (LEED Platinum),
and will achieve net zero energy. With the community involved in every
aspect of development, our St. Louis Park village will create jobs, set a
new standard for sustainability, support small businesses, and provide
healthy affordable homes for people.
E-Generation™
E-Generation is PLACE’s patent-pending process for creating renewable energy for our
communities. It combines a portfolio of renewable energy technologies — such as wind,
solar and geothermal — with a micro, anaerobic digestion technology. With anaerobic
digestion, we can convert organic waste into bio gas, which can then be used to
generate electricity, a virtuous cycle: community life generates garbage, which generates
energy, which goes on to
generate more community life,
and so on. The process is silent, odorless, non-
intrusive, and is designed to operate in a dense
urban environment. At the end of this process,
the garbage has become a Class A liquid
fertilizer, which we can use to grow food for the
community through onsite gardens and
greenhouses, and also sell to organic local farms
for use on their crops.
The first community
powered by
garbage
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Excerpts – Unofficial Minutes
Planning Commission
February 5, 2014
3. Public Hearings
A. Zoning Ordinance Amendments – Anaerobic digesters
Applicant: City of St. Louis Park
Case No.: 14-01-ZA
Ryan Kelley, Associate Planner, presented the staff report. He stated that the
amendments would create new definitions for food waste, yard waste, organic
material and anaerobic digesters. The amendments would also allow anaerobic
digesters in the I-G General Industrial District by conditional use permit. The
amendments are in response to a specific project concept presented to the City by
PLACE for a sustainable mixed-use development at the site of the former
McGarvey plant. Mr. Kelley provided background information on anaerobic
digesters and power generation.
Mr. Kelley noted that staff proposes to delete language regarding unloading and
loading areas in condition (10) c. from the draft ordinance.
Mr. Kelley stated that Naresh Pallegar and Bob Ashmun from PLACE are
available for questions.
Commissioner Kramer said he pictured anaerobic process as being extraordinarily
slow. He said the proposal implies there is quantity and speed involved. He
asked for further explanation.
Mr. Kelley responded that the maximum allowed would be 30,000 tons of
material per year. PLACE is hoping to receive a contract from Hennepin County
for their organics. That material would not be anywhere close to the 30,000 ton
maximum. He added that at 30,000 tons there would be an average of two to six
trucks per day. Once it is delivered into the digester system it takes 21 days for
the material to break down.
Naresh Pallegar, PLACE, explained why the breakdown of landfill material is
much slower than that of a digester system.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison asked what type of waste is being discussed.
Mr. Kelley responded indicating the organic material allowed would be limited to
food waste and yard waste. He added that material will be pre-sorted to make
certain that material is truly organic and can be broken down.
Commissioner Carper asked about containment barriers, ground water
contamination and pest control.
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Mr. Kelley responded that PLACE proposes, and the conditions are based on, no
outdoor storage. All organic material is in an enclosed system. He said
sprayers will clean up the hopper lid or any material which might spill on the
floor. Mr. Kelley explained that the end products are liquid and solid fertilizer so
there is no industrial waste water.
Commissioner Person asked about condition (10) e. regarding sorting. He asked
why organic material would need to be sorted and how that would occur within an
enclosed container.
Mr. Kelley stated that material received would be source separated organics
which is generally food waste and yard waste. There is still the possibility that
there would be remnants of non-organic material in that, such as a pop can or
pieces of plastic. Material is sorted in an enclosed auger system prior to going
into the digester.
Commissioner Person spoke about condition (10) k. regarding contracts or
agreements being submitted with utility companies. He suggested the condition
could include submission of contracts with other entities, such as Hennepin
County or other end users.
Mr. Kelley said the intent of that condition was to see how the outputs would be
used. He said that condition could be amended to include other entities.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison asked where the flaring of bio-gas would occur.
Mr. Kelley answered that flaring won’t necessarily occur but if it did, it would be
to burn off excess biogas and would happen in the bio gas storage and bio gas
conditioning phases. It would also not be visible from off-site. Very likely there
would not be an odor with that.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison asked if enough is known about this process to
move the ordinance forward. She asked if the proposed amendments were
comprehensive enough.
Mr. Kelley stated that extensive discussion has occurred amongst staff. Staff has
also spoken with a number of professors at the Univ. of Minnesota specializing in
anaerobic digestion. Staff has spoken with the plant manager at the Univ. of
Wisc., Oshkosh, where a digester is in operation on campus, within the Oshkosh
community. He added that there are a number of digester units in Europe in
close proximity to residential and commercial areas.
Commissioner Person asked which permits have been applied for. He said the
long term oversight of a facility would be turned over to the county and the state.
Naresh Pallegar, PLACE, said they have applied for the MPCA permit. All
controls would be in place in the building.
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Mr. Kelley spoke about discussions currently occurring between MPCA and EPA
regarding rules and classifications between compost facilities and municipal solid
waste. Either a municipal solid waste and/or a composting license may be needed
for the proposed project. Mr. Kelley mentioned other typical permits related to
regional facilities which may be required for the project.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison asked about the qualifications required for
workers in this setting.
Mr. Pallegar said appropriate training would be provided.
Commissioner Carper asked about measurement of contamination from animal
scraps, pesticides and fertilizers.
Mr. Pallegar said there isn’t a plan for measuring that. They are very confident
about the quality of the organic material.
Commissioner Carper asked about explosion hazard and methane gas in a
contained environment. He asked if the Fire Dept. would be involved in
evaluating any risks.
Mr. Pallegar replied they are working with Harris Mechanical in the design
process to mitigate any hazards.
Mr. Kelley said the Fire Dept. has been involved in inter-department meetings of
City staff on this concept. If the project moves forward there will be further
discussions with the Fire Dept.
Commissioner Kramer said the project is in the exploratory stage and he is
comfortable taking a vote on the proposed amendments.
Commissioner Tatalovich asked why there is a 30,000 ton cap.
Mr. Kelley responded that the number is based on the approximate number of
residential units, square footage of commercial space, and truck traffic.
Chair Robertson asked how the building type will be designated.
Mr. Kelley said staff isn’t sure at this time but it is similar to manufacture
processing.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison asked if there is any freight rail siding located
near the site.
Meg McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor, replied that there is some
track storage in the area, but most of it is currently located east of Hwy. 100.
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Commissioner Person spoke about zero net energy development. He asked if
other renewable energy sources were being contemplated for this project.
Mr. Kelley said that solar and wind has been anticipated as part of the mix of
energy sources.
Chair Robertson opened the public hearing. As no one was present wishing to
speak he closed the public hearing.
Chair Robertson said the amendments would provide new definitions with which
to address new projects. He said there were various regulations, permits and other
entities which would be required for such projects. He added that he felt the
proposed definitions and changes in the zoning ordinance make sense for a future
conversation of projects such as PLACE is proposing.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison said she appreciated the Chair’s comments and
felt that all the questions had been asked to make sure the conditions in the
proposed amendment were complete and thorough.
Commissioner Person made a motion recommending approval of the amendments
pertaining to new definitions related to Food waste, Yard waste, Organic material
and Anaerobic digesters and allowing Anaerobic digesters in the I-G General
Industrial District with a conditional use permit. Commissioner Kramer seconded
the motion, and the motion passed on a vote of 6-0.
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Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Action Agenda Item: 8b
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #218 Police Sergeants Labor
Agreement 2014-2015
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving a Labor Agreement
between the City and the LELS Local #218 Police Sergeants, 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 Police Sergeants Union?
SUMMARY: Staff is pleased to bring to Council the details of this contract agreement between
the City and Union for 2014-2015. We have been actively negotiating with all five of our
bargaining groups and four contracts are settled for 2014 (Local 49 still unsettled). The City and
the Union have had several negotiation sessions and have come to agreement on the following
changes to the contract:
• Duration of two years (1/1/14 – 12/31/15).
• Wage increase of 2% for 2014 (consistent with non-union).
• Wage increase of 2.5% for 2015 (consistent with other settled union groups).
• 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.
• Assignment pay for our staff who are assigned as crisis negotiators, same as other staff
assigned to the Emergency Response Unit. (This assignment pay is the same amount as
previous years at $360, paid at the completion of a year or prorated as determined and
assigned by the Chief.)
• Double time for working unscheduled hours on Christmas and Thanksgiving, consistent
with Patrol and Local 49 union groups.
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 February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8b) Page 2
Title: Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #218 Police Sergeants Labor Agreement 2014-2015
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LABOR AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
AND
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES,
LOCAL #218 POLICE SERGEANTS
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 Law Enforcement
Labor Services (LELS), Local #218 Police Sergeants, effective January 1, 2014 – December 31,
2015.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Action Agenda Item: 8c
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS ) Local #220 Dispatch Labor Agreement
2014-2015
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving a Labor Agreement
between the City and the LELS Local #220 Police Dispatchers, 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 Dispatch Union?
SUMMARY: Staff is pleased to bring to Council the details of this contract agreement between
the City and Union for 2014-2015. We have been actively negotiating with all five of our
bargaining groups and have four settled contracts for 2014 (Local 49 still unsettled). The City
and the Union have had several negotiation sessions and have come to agreement on the
following changes to the contract:
• Duration of two years (1/1/14 – 12/31/15).
• Wage increase of 2% for 2014 (consistent with non-union).
• Wage increase of 2.5% for 2015 (consistent with other settled union groups).
• 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.
• Double time for working unscheduled hours on Christmas and Thanksgiving, consistent
with Patrol and Local 49 union groups.
• One time only lump sum net payment of $250 for five bargaining group members in
recognition of outstanding teamwork, dedication, and extra effort during a year of being
short-staffed.
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 February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8c) Page 2
Title: Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #220 Dispatch Labor Agreement 2014-2015
RESOLUTION NO. 14-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LABOR AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
AND
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES,
LOCAL #220 POLICE DISPATCHERS
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 Law Enforcement
Labor Services (LELS), Local #220 Dispatch, effective January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2015.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: February 18, 2014
Action Agenda Item: 8d
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Mayor Pro Tem Policy
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
• Motion to Adopt Resolution amending the St. Louis Park City Council Rules of Procedure
relating to the appointment of the Mayor Pro Tem.
• Motion to Adopt Resolution amending and restating Resolution No. 14-003 regarding
appointment of Councilmembers to the office of Mayor Pro Tem for 2014.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the Council wish to adopt the rotation policy for
appointing a Councilmember to serve as the Mayor Pro Tem?
SUMMARY: Minnesota State Statute section 412.121 states that at the first meeting held each
year the Council shall choose an acting Mayor from the Councilmembers. The acting Mayor
(Mayor Pro Tem) performs the duties of Mayor in case of the Mayor’s disability, absence from
the City, or in the case of vacancy in the office of Mayor, until a successor is appointed and
qualified.
At the Special Study Session on February 3, Council discussed the Mayor Pro Tem and how
rotating the appointment allows all Councilmembers the leadership experience. Council
reviewed a matrix illustrating how other cities handle Mayor Pro Tem appointments.
Council also discussed rotation of the EDA Vice President position and requested staff to
research this option. Staff research found that rotation of the EDA Vice President would be a bit
more challenging since we have to have bank signatures for this appointment. Rotation would
create some difficulties in getting the banking dcuments reset every 4 months, which becomes
cumbersome. As such, staff would not recommend rotating the Vice President position other
than annually.
One last thing, if at any time there is a question on seniority with multiple councilmembers
elected at the same time, seniority will be based on alpha by last name. Staff has provided a
rotation schedule later in this report.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Discussion
Resolutions
Prepared by: Nancy Deno, Deputy City Manager
Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Reviewed by: Tom Scott, City Attorney
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8d) Page 2
Title: Mayor Pro Tem Policy
DISCUSSION
Background: Based on Council direction, staff has prepared resolutions necessary for a Mayor
Pro Tem new rotation policy as follows:
• Resolution amending the Council Rules of Procedures
In August of 2000, the City Council Rules of Procedures were adopted by Resolution No.
00-108 that included language regarding Mayor Pro Tem. The attached resolution amends
certain sections to comply with Council request and includes the following language:
Commencing in 2014, Councilmembers appointed as Mayor Pro Tem will serve a four
month term beginning in January of each year, with the appointments made on a rotating
basis based upon seniority. For Councilmembers elected at the same time, seniority is
based on alphabetical order of last name. All Councilmembers willing to serve as Mayor
Pro Tem shall be appointed to a term before the rotation starts again with the most senior
member. In the absence of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, the most senior available
Councilmember will serve as Acting Mayor Pro Tem.
• Resolution appointing Councilmembers on a rotating basis to position of Mayor Pro Tem
In January 2014, Council appointed Susan Sanger as Mayor Pro Tem by Resolution 14-003
until duly elected successors are appointed by City Council. The attached resolution
amends Resolution 14-003 and sets up the guidelines on how the rotation for Mayor Pro
Tem will be scheduled effective January, 2014.
PRESENT CONSIDERATIONS: As stated in the City Council Rules of Procedure, the
Council shall adhere to the rules as stated therein unless revised by a majority vote of the City
Council.
Councilmember Seniority
By Year and Alpha Order
Councilmember Office Beginning
Date of Office
Proposed
Mayor Pro Tem
Rotation
1 Susan Sanger Ward One 8-7-1995 Jan. – April 2014
2 Anne Mavity Ward Two 1-4-2010 May – Aug. 2014
3 Steve Hallfin At Large A 1-3-2012 Sept. – Dec. 2014
4 Jake Spano At Large B 1-3-2012 Jan. – April 2015
5 Tim Brausen Ward Four 1-6-2014 May – Aug. 2015
6 Gregg Lindberg Ward Three 1-6-2014 Sept. – Dec. 2015
NEXT STEPS: Should Council approve the resolutions, the City Council Rules of Procedures
will be amended and distributed to Council, and the 2014 Mayor Pro Tem position will rotate as
stated by resolution.
At the first meeting in January of 2015, the remaining councilmembers will be appointed to the
rotating Mayor Pro Tem positions.
Information sessions will also be provided by City Manager or designee and Mayor prior to each
rotation.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8d) Page 3
Title: Mayor Pro Tem Policy
RESOLUTION NO. 14 -_____
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE ST. LOUIS PARK
CITY COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE RELATING
TO THE APPOINTMENT OF THE MAYOR PRO TEM
WHEREAS, Section 2-31 of the St. Louis Park Code of Ordinances states that the City
Council shall establish meeting times and adopt rules of procedure from time to time by
resolution; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 00-108, the City Council on August 21, 2000 adopted
City Council Rules of Procedure and shall adhere to the rules as stated therein unless revised by
a majority vote of the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota State Statute section 412.121 states that at the first meeting held
each year the Council shall choose an acting Mayor from the Councilmembers; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend its Rules of Procedure as they relate to
the selection of the Mayor Pro Tem.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Section II. J. of the City Council Rules
of Procedure is amended as follows:
II. MEETINGS
J. Annual Meeting
The Council will hold its first meeting of the year on the first Monday in January to:
• Establish Council meeting dates for the year;
• Designate the official newspaper;
• Designate official depositories;
• Appoint a mayor pro tem the Councilmembers who will serve as Mayor Pro
Tem to perform the duties of the Mayor during disability or absence, or, in the
case of a vacancy in the office of mayor, until a successor has been appointed
or elected.
Commencing in 2014, Councilmembers appointed as Mayor Pro Tem will
serve a four month term beginning in January of each year, with the
appointments made on a rotating basis based upon seniority. For
Councilmembers elected at the same time, seniority is based on alphabetical
order of last name. All Councilmembers willing to serve as Mayor Pro Tem
shall be appointed to a term before the rotation starts again with the most
senior member. In the absence of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, the most
senior available Councilmember will serve as Acting Mayor Pro Tem.
City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8d) Page 4
Title: Mayor Pro Tem Policy
IV. GENERAL RULES OF ORDER
B. Presiding Officer
The Mayor shall be the presiding officer of the Council. The Mayor may make motions,
second motions, or speak on any question and shall be entitled to vote like other members
of the Council. The Mayor Pro Tem shall serve in the absence or disability of the
Mayor. In the absence of both the Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tem, the Secretary, or
designated representative, will call the meeting to order and preside until the Council
selects a chair. Upon the arrival of the Mayor or mayor pro-tem, the temporary Chair
will immediately relinquish the chair upon the conclusion of the current item of business
the most senior available Councilmember will serve as Acting Mayor Pro Tem.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
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City Council Meeting of February 18, 2014 (Item No. 8d) Page 5
Title: Mayor Pro Tem Policy
RESOLUTION NO. 14-_____
RESOLUTION AMENDING AND RESTATING
RESOLUTION NO. 14-003
REGARDING APPOINTMENT OF COUNCILMEMBERS
TO THE OFFICE OF MAYOR PRO TEM
WHEREAS, Minnesota State Statute Section 412.121 requires cities to choose each year
an acting Mayor from the Council members; and
WHEREAS, St. Louis Park Home Rule Charter Section 2.06 states the Acting Mayor
(Mayor Pro Tem) shall perform the duties of Mayor in case of the Mayor’s disability, absence
from the City, or in case of vacancy in the office of Mayor until a successor is appointed and
qualified; and
WHEREAS, the Council has carefully reviewed the qualifications of all Council
members and has considered the desires of the residents and the welfare of the City as a whole,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the St. Louis Park City Council that the
following Councilmembers are hereby appointed to the position of Mayor Pro Tem of the City of
St. Louis Park and shall serve in that capacity until duly-elected successors are appointed by the
City Council:
Councilmember Term of Appointment
Susan Sanger January – April 2014
Anne Mavity May – August 2014
Steve Hallfin September – December 2014
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council February 18, 2014
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Attest:
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