HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013/01/07 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA
JANUARY 7, 2013
6:25 p.m. BOARDS & COMMISSION INTERVIEWS – Westwood Room
7:20 p.m. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY -- Council Chambers
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. Economic Development Authority Minutes December 17, 2012
4. Approval of Agenda
5. Reports
5a. EDA Vendor Claims
6. Old Business -- None
7. New Business
7a. 2013 Economic Development Authority Officers
Recommended Action: Motion to elect __________________ as President,
________________ as Vice-President, and __________________ as Treasurer to the
Economic Development Authority for the 2013 term.
8. Communications
9. Adjournment
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 Meeting Minutes December 10, 2012
3b. Special Study Session Meeting Minutes December 17, 2012
3c. City Council Meeting Minutes December 17, 2012
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.)
Meeting of January 7, 2013
City Council Agenda
5. Boards and Commissions -- None
6. Public Hearings
6a. First Reading of Liquor Ordinance Amendment – Culinary Classes On-Sale License
Recommended Action: Mayor to close public hearing. Motion to Adopt First Reading
of Ordinance amendment to Chapter 3 of City Code concerning a culinary class on-sale
liquor license and to set second reading for January 22, 2013.
7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public -- None
8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions and Discussion Items
8a. Dakota Park Ballfield Naming
Recommended Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving the naming of the
baseball field at Dakota Park as “Derrick Keller Field”.
8b. Conditional Use Permit for Life Time Fitness Parking Ramp – 5525 Cedar Lake Road
Recommended Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution approving the excavation of
approximately 5,900 cubic yards of material, subject to conditions recommended by
staff.
8c. Designating 2013 Mayor Pro Tem
Recommended Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution appointing a Mayor Pro Tem for
2013.
9. Communication
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Meeting of January 7, 2013
City Council Agenda
CONSENT CALENDAR
4a. Adopt Resolution Declaring 2013 City Council Meeting Dates
4b. Adopt Resolution designating the St. Louis Park Sun Sailor as the City’s Official
Newspaper for year 2013
4c. Reappoint the following Commissioners as city representatives to their respective
commissions with terms as follows:
Name Commission Term Expiration
Sophia Flumerfelt Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Youth Member 8/31/2013
Robert Kramer Planning Commission 12/31/2015
Richard Person Planning Commission 12/31/2015
4d. Adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a monetary donation from Ross Oden in the
amount of $56.83 for the General Fund
4e. Adopt Resolution authorizing final payment in the amount of $20,755.20 and accepting
work for Fire Stations No. 1 and No. 2 Work Scope 13 (Drywall and Framing) with Zintl,
Inc. Project Nos. 2008-3001 and 2008-3002, City Contract No. 47-1
4f. Adopt Resolution authorizing final payment in the amount of $11,217.47 and accepting
work for the 2011 Random Concrete Repair project with Ron Kassa Construction, Inc.
Project Nos. 2011-0003, 0004, & 0006, City Contract No. 114-11
4g. Approve for filing Telecommunications Minutes October 10, 2012
4h. Approve for filing Planning Commission Minutes November 7, 2012
4i. Approve for filing Vendor Claims
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Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 3a
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
DECEMBER 17, 2012
1. Call to Order
President Santa called the meeting to order at 7:22 p.m.
Commissioners present: President Sue Santa, Steve Hallfin, Jeff Jacobs, Anne Mavity, Julia
Ross, Susan Sanger, and Jake Spano.
Commissioners absent: None.
Staff present: Executive Director (Mr. Harmening), Controller (Mr. Swanson), Finance
Supervisor (Mr. Heintz), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. Economic Development Authority Minutes September 4, 2012
The minutes were approved as presented.
3b. Economic Development Authority Minutes September 24, 2012
The minutes were approved as presented.
4. Approval of Agenda
The agenda was approved as presented.
5. Reports
5a. EDA Vendor Claims
It was moved by Commissioner Mavity, seconded by Commissioner Hallfin, to accept for
filing Vendor Claims for the period September 15, 2012, through December 7, 2012.
The motion passed 5-0 (Commissioners Jacobs and Sanger were not present during the
vote).
6. Old Business - None
7. New Business
7a. 2013 Final Levy Certification. EDA Resolution No. 12-15
EDA Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 3a) Page 2
Subject: EDA Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2012
Mr. Heintz presented the staff report and proposed 2013 Final HRA Levy Certification.
He explained the HRA levy has been used since 2001 to fund infrastructure projects such
as Highway 7 and Louisiana and the proposed 2013 HRA Levy is $900,933 which is the
maximum allowable under State statute and represents an $82,641 decrease from 2012.
It was moved by Commissioner Hallfin, seconded by Commissioner Jacobs, to approve
EDA Resolution No. 12-15 Authorizing the HRA Levy for 2013 and Approval of the EDA
Budget for Fiscal Year 2013.
The motion passed 7-0.
7b. Approve Fund Transfer – Housing Rehabilitation Fund to Park Center TIF
District. EDA Resolution No. 12-16
Mr. Swanson presented the staff report and explained that a transfer of $500,000 is
recommended from the Housing Rehabilitation Fund to the Park Center TIF District
which is a housekeeping item intended to ensure consistency in the City's financial
reporting. He stated each year the City reviews its fund balances to ensure all funds meet
the City's fund balance policies and this fund transfer is needed based on that analysis.
It was moved by Commissioner Sanger, seconded by Commissioner Spano, to approve
EDA Resolution No. 12-16 Authorizing Fund Transfer.
The motion passed 7-0.
8. Communications - None
9. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m.
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Secretary President
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 5a
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other: Vendor Claims
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
EDA Vendor Claims
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to accept for filing Vendor Claims for the period December 7 through December 28,
2012.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
BACKGROUND:
The Finance Department prepares this report for council’s review.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
None.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: EDA Vendor Claims
Prepared by: Connie Neubeck, Account Clerk
1/2/2013 CITY OF ST LOUIS PARK 8:41:42 R55CKSUM LOG23000VO
1 Page - Council Check Summary
12/28/2012 - 12/8/2012
Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
200,000.00 HENN CO - E2 SOIL REMEDIATION BADER DEVELOPMENT
200,000.00
4,669.75 DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A LEGAL SERVICES CAMPBELL KNUTSON PROF ASSOC
4,669.75
97.50 WEST END TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC
97.50 ELLIPSE ON EXC TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 TRUNK HWY 7 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 HSTI G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
292.50 VICTORIA PONDS G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 PARK CENTER HOUSING G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 CSM TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 MILL CITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 PARK COMMONS G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 EDGEWOOD TIF DIST G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 ELMWOOD VILLAGE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 WOLFE LAKE COMMERCIAL TIF G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 AQUILA COMMONS G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
97.50 HWY 7 BUSINESS CENTER G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,560.00
116.00 HRA LEVY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES HENNEPIN COUNTY TREASURER
116.00
162.00 PARK COMMONS G&A LEGAL SERVICES KENNEDY & GRAVEN
36.00 HOIGAARD VILLAGE G & A LEGAL SERVICES
198.00
820.00 DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A TRAINING LEARNING JOURNEYS
820.00
3,265.65 DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES LHB ENGINEERS & ARCHITECTS
3,265.65
1,000.00 DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC
8,644.28 DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A PLANNING
9,644.28
Report Totals 220,273.68
EDA Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 5a)
Subject: EDA Vendor Claims Page 2
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 7a
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
2013 Economic Development Authority Officers
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to elect __________________ as President, ________________ as Vice-President, and
__________________ as Treasurer to the Economic Development Authority for the 2013 term.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Who does the Economic Development Authority (EDA) wish to elect for the 2013 Officers?
BACKGROUND:
EDA by-laws state that the President, Vice President, and Treasurer are to be elected annually.
These officers hold offices until the next election or until successors are elected.
The by-laws also state that the City Manager will serve as the Executive Director and that the
City Clerk will serve as Secretary. The Executive Director also serves as the Assistant Treasurer
to the EDA.
Officers were elected January 3, 2012 to fill terms for 2012. Below is the current officer
structure:
President Sue Santa
Vice President Anne Mavity
Treasurer Julia Ross
Executive Director/Assistant Treasurer Tom Harmening
Secretary Nancy Stroth
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: None
Prepared by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, Executive Director
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 3a
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
DECEMBER 10, 2012
The meeting convened at 7:46 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Pro Tem Susan Sanger, Steve Hallfin, Anne Mavity, Julia
Ross, Sue Santa, and Jake Spano.
Councilmembers absent: Mayor Jeff Jacobs.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Director of Parks and Recreation (Ms. Walsh),
Director of Community Development (Mr. Locke), Planning/Zoning Supervisor (Ms.
McMonigal), Communications Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
Guest: Mr. Dave McKenzie (SEH Consulting).
1. Future Study Session Agenda Planning – December 17, 2012, and January 14, 2013
Mr. Harmening presented the proposed special study session agenda for December 17, 2012, and
the proposed study session agenda for January 14, 2013. He advised the January 14, 2013,
agenda includes the liquor ordinance and the City's 50% requirement of gross food sales and
requested input from Council regarding this item.
Councilmember Ross stated that she wants to talk about the liquor ordinance and the 50/50
requirement sooner rather than later, as well as whether the City should have limits on the
number of on and off sale liquor licenses the City issues.
Councilmember Hallfin agreed with Councilmember Ross.
Councilmember Mavity stated she was sensitive to Councilmember Ross's desire to discuss this
item but noted Council currently has a full agenda and questioned whether this item could be
postponed for the time being.
Councilmember Santa stated she would prefer to have Council talk about this item before it
becomes an issue and to engage in thoughtful planning rather than being reactive.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger felt the City's current system for issuing liquor licenses was working and
did not wish to discuss limiting the number of liquor licenses issued by the City.
Councilmember Spano stated he would be okay with tabling this item and felt Council should
discuss this issue within the next year as well as have some discussion about increased growth in
the City, the growth at West End, and what has worked in the City.
Councilmember Ross expressed concern that this item has been postponed in the past and stated
she would rather talk about it now and move on.
Mr. Harmening stated that liquor license terms expire at the end of February and it would not be
practical to have anything in place by March 1st to impact the 2013 liquor licenses.
It was the consensus of the City Council to discuss the liquor ordinance in March 2013 after the
City has issued its 2013 liquor licenses.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 3a) Page 2
Subject: Study Session Minutes of December 10, 2012
2. Community Recreation Facility Next Steps
Ms. Walsh presented the staff report and proposed next steps.
Councilmember Santa felt the City needs to further refine the program components which will
help guide site selection because without knowing the programming, it will be difficult to
envision a building and vice versa. She added it seems logical to talk about partnerships with
Community Education, Park and Rec, and/or private enterprises as it relates to programming.
Councilmember Ross agreed and stated it will be important to have gathering places as well as
smaller meeting spaces that can be transformed into other uses and she was not sure how much
space would be needed. She indicated the area around West End has a lot of congestion and
Council needs to remain mindful that it will be difficult to get seniors to go to a facility where
there is a lot of traffic and congestion. She stated her preferred location would be the southwest
quadrant of Highway 100 and 36th Street. She asked if the cost of the consultant was factored
into the initial budget for this process. She also asked about the continued role of the task force.
Ms. Walsh replied that the work of the task force is done and added several members of the task
force have indicated they would be happy to be involved in the public process. She stated the
cost for the consultant will come out of the Park and Rec budget and funds have been allocated
for the consultant work.
Councilmember Hallfin felt the proposed programming made sense. He stated the biggest issue
will be locating space for a building and the parking that will be needed and added that all of the
sites have pluses and minuses.
Ms. Walsh agreed that all the sites have pros and cons and suggested that Council move forward
with two or three sites and as they are evaluated, one site may appear better than the others.
Councilmember Spano noted the Rec Center outscored all other possible sites and the task force
came up with a clear recommendation based on the criteria it evaluated. He stated he would like
to see dedicated space in the facility for the display of artwork from people in the community,
especially young artists. He asked if the facility would include a person working at the front
counter providing basic City services.
Ms. Walsh replied in the affirmative.
Councilmember Spano felt this facility provides an important opportunity for the City to design a
building that is daring in its aesthetic and that will differentiate St. Louis Park from other
communities. He added he would also like the building to have LEED certification.
Councilmember Ross felt that LEED certification was not necessary due to the cost of obtaining
certification and stated the City should design a green building similar to what was done with the
new Fire Department building.
Councilmember Mavity stated the proposed uses of this facility have caused her to become more
skeptical about the project. She indicated the School District has been discussing the turf issue
and felt that the School District will approach the City for support of that issue. She stated it
feels disjointed to have that discussion when it is unknown if turf will be covered by a dome in
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 3a) Page 3
Subject: Study Session Minutes of December 10, 2012
the future. She expressed concern that the facility does not include any type of parent space or
observer space. She stated she would like to see some type of theater in the facility. She added
she did not currently see a compelling case for this type of facility in the community.
Ms. Walsh stated that the discussions have not gotten to the level of detail about extra space and
that was part of the next phases.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger stated she was fine with the list of programs and agreed that any facility
needs space for observers. She expressed concern about the drop-in childcare and requested
further information in order to consider all the implications of a drop-in childcare center. She
stated she was interested in further discussing Carpenter Park which was the #3 ranked site but
which was dropped from further consideration, adding this site is accessible to both bus and light
rail, is near other community facilities, sits on existing public land, and is close to a public trail.
She stated the biggest issue with this site is Raleigh Avenue but if an additional crossing is
implemented between Ottawa and Highway 100, direct access to the Carpenter Park site could be
achieved.
Councilmember Hallfin stated his opposition to the Carpenter Park site and indicated there will
be significant issues with moving Skippy Field.
Councilmember Spano stated he would like to see a small theater space included in a facility that
could be programmed for a number of different activities.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger noted there is a midsize theater at the JCC and requested further
information regarding this theater.
Mr. Harmening stated the idea of a theater did not rise to the surface during the task force
process because the community survey did not indicate this was a strong preference and the task
force felt there were other facilities or partners the City could use to fulfill that need.
Council discussed the Carpenter Park site and the question of purchasing private blighted land
for a community recreation facility.
Councilmember Hallfin stated he would like to remove the Carpenter Park site from further
consideration.
Councilmember Spano stated that most people he has talked to have indicated the City should
attach the community recreation facility to the Rec Center and people see the Rec Center as the
City's community gathering place. He noted that the Carpenter Park site failed the ranking
criteria test more than the others.
It was the consensus of the majority of the City Council to add the Carpenter Park site as a
potential location for a community recreation facility. It was also the consensus of the City
Council to agree with the program recommendations laid out by the task force. It was also the
consensus of the City Council to further discuss theater space. Further sites to be explored
include the Rec Center/Melrose site, the SW corner of Hwy 100 and 36th street, and the
Carpenter Park site.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 3a) Page 4
Subject: Study Session Minutes of December 10, 2012
3. SWLRT DEIS Comments
Mr. Harmening presented the staff report.
Mr. Locke explained the revisions made to the DEIS comments since Council's last discussion
and noted the DEIS comments now include a table of contents and page specific references
throughout the document. He advised that staff has learned that Goal #6 was added by the FTA
because of the addition of freight rail to the DEIS. He stated that the DEIS comments will
include a discussion within the document regarding all of the City's attachments. He added that
staff has recently received a copy of the draft DEIS comments from the City of Minneapolis.
Councilmember Ross asked if the Bottineau Transitway DEIS will impact anything in the City
and requested that staff provide further information regarding the Bottineau Transitway DEIS.
Councilmember Santa stated that the Park Spanish Immersion School referenced on page 15
should point out that PSI is only one-half of Central and other elements include ESL, early
childhood programs, preschool, childcare, and the community clinic. She stated it should be
pointed out that this area is being severed from the high school and this will present barriers to
low income and disadvantaged persons resulting in social justice and economic justice issues.
She stated the environment goal on page 29 needs to specifically identify impacts to wetlands.
She stated the DEIS comments talk about parks but does not address the bike trail. She stated
the DEIS comments talk about putting up fences as mitigation on both sides of the rail line which
raises an issue of limiting access to Roxbury, Keystone and Dakota Parks.
Councilmember Ross indicated she met earlier with Mr. Locke and Mr. McKenzie and provided
them with her notes. She expressed continued concern about the impacts to Ward 4, including
the siding and potentially storing trains, the Iron Triangle, and the impact of trains moving
around that area of the City. She requested that the DEIS comments be thoroughly reviewed for
consistency and referenced page 15 regarding removal of the wye as a high priority and the
reference on page 19 that removal of the switching wye needs to be included. She requested
clarification regarding Table 5 on page 36 and the total number of single family and multi-family
houses affected. She stated if MN&S is chosen, the number of units affected seems low,
particularly multi-family units, and wondered if Sunset Ridge was factored into this table.
Mr. Locke explained that if MN&S is chosen, the trains are no longer in the Kenilworth corridor
and trains would use the existing track on MN&S. He stated when the City did its analysis on
the EAW, maps were drawn showing which parcels would be affected within certain distances of
the centerline and the right-of-way is very wide in the area to the north. He agreed to verify the
numbers contained in Table 5.
Councilmember Hallfin stated it was his understanding the Midtown corridor was reviewed
during the LPA process and was not chosen because of the way the numbers were flushed out;
however, the FTA has now changed the way it looks at those numbers. He suggested the City
include a comment that because the LPA process was not done using the correct formula, Met
Council should reopen the LPA.
Ms. McMonigal stated the Midtown alternative was not chosen because it would take longer to
get downtown, ridership would be lower, and the uptown area is best served with bus service.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 3a) Page 5
Subject: Study Session Minutes of December 10, 2012
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger felt the DEIS comments should contain a conclusion section which
includes the suggestion made by Councilmember Hallfin regarding the LPA process. She stated
Kenilworth was chosen because it projected higher ridership but it was more expensive to
construct and because of that, the Midtown corridor did not meet the Cost Effective Index (CEI)
that the FTA required at the time. She stated it was her opinion the process that led to that
conclusion was skewed and the CEI calculated the cost of construction compared to ridership but
excluded anyone who lived between Lake Street and downtown on the theory that those people
would prefer to take the bus.
Mr. Locke stated there would need to be a compelling reason why neither the 3A option nor the
3A-1 option could be done before reopening the LPA.
Council continued its discussion regarding the LPA process and CEI.
Councilmember Spano noted that Council's resolution is implicit in its discussion that Council
will not accept the reroute unless certain conditions are met. He agreed that the DEIS comments
should contain a conclusion and should point out that Council passed two resolutions and the
DEIS does not address any of the City's conditions.
Councilmember Mavity requested clarification regarding the definition of community cohesion.
Ms. McMonigal stated the term describes a methodology and recited the definition from the DEIS.
Mr. McKenzie stated the DEIS pointed out that if freight rail were co-located it would cause a
breakup of community cohesion in Minneapolis; the DEIS indicates there would not be a
breakup of community cohesion in St. Louis Park.
Councilmember Mavity stated there is an existing rail bed at the wye and questioned whether
that could be used to redirect light rail so as to bring the light rail station closer to Methodist and
reorient that whole area. She indicated this could also be used as the connection for the freight
rail if there was a reroute. She explained she wants to get rid of trains stopping in St. Louis Park
because the heaviest impact is when the trains are switching, stopping, and blocking. She
requested that the DEIS comments include a reference to the pedestrian studies and all the places
where that could impact the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger stated that the first full paragraph on page 10 should indicate that the
land in the Kenilworth Parkway where the freight rail tracks are located is not actively used as
parkland today. She indicated that elimination of the tracks east of Wooddale and the wye are
addressed on page 14 as it relates to alternative 3A and stated she thought it was agreed that
elimination of the tracks as well as elimination of the wye was important no matter which route
was selected. She stated her objection to a sentence on page 14 that states it is "absolutely
unacceptable to St. Louis Park to be saddled with the burden of freight trains to the MN&S
without at least the benefit of completing eliminating freight trains from the Wooddale and
Beltline Station areas" and explained her concern is that the City has never decided on a policy
statement that this is the City's highest priority and the statement implies that the City is willing
to do a tradeoff.
Mr. Locke stated if trains are going to be on MN&S, this statement is intended to state that the
City will not allow trains to be stored in the Beltline and Wooddale station areas.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 3a) Page 6
Subject: Study Session Minutes of December 10, 2012
Mr. Harmening added that Council adopted a policy that if alternative 3A is chosen, then those
tracks have to be removed.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of the majority of the City Council to not change
this statement in the DEIS comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger stated that the Beltline grade separation referenced on page 18 should
ask for grade separation for both alternatives and not just co-location. She felt the City should
ask for one bridge over all of the tracks located in this area and over the bike trail.
Councilmember Mavity noted there are design issues with keeping the Beltline station at grade
with the road in terms of how people access the station and the idea of pedestrians having a grade
separation remains a high priority regardless.
Councilmember Sanger stated the comparison of freight routing alternatives on page 26 needs to
add that one of the other reasons in support of reopening the LPA was that during the LPA
process and before the final route was chosen the City was prohibited from discussing freight rail
implications. She stated the environment goal on page 29 should add that the DEIS does not
contain information on how construction of the Iron Triangle could impact the environment.
Councilmember Ross left the study session at 10:43 p.m.
Council discussed the possibility of reopening the LPA.
Councilmembers Mavity, Spano, and Santa did not agree with requesting that the LPA be
reopened.
4. 2013 Annual Legislative Update Preview
Mr. Harmening requested that Council provide any comments to him via email regarding the
2013 legislative topics.
Councilmember Mavity requested that the legislative agenda include a discussion regarding
TOD related development.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanger requested that the legislative agenda include a discussion about lifting
the moratorium on Dan Patch planning.
Communications/Meeting Check-In (Verbal)
None.
The meeting adjourned at 10:50 p.m.
Written Reports provided and documented for recording purposes only:
5. Liquor Ordinance Amendment – Culinary Classes On-Sale License
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Susan Sanger, Mayor Pro Tem
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 3b
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL STUDY SESSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
DECEMBER 17, 2012
The meeting convened at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, Steve Hallfin, Anne Mavity, Julia Ross (arrived at
6:55 p.m.), Susan Sanger, Sue Santa, and Jake Spano.
Councilmembers absent: None.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Scott), Director of
Community Development (Mr. Locke), Planning/Zoning Supervisor (Ms. McMonigal),
Communications Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling), Organizational Development Coordinator (Ms.
Gothberg), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
Guest: Mr. Dave McKenzie (SEH Consulting).
1. Southwest Transitway Proposed Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS)
Ms. McMonigal presented the staff report.
Mr. Locke advised that an update was recently posted to the Southwest Transitway website
which included four pages of questions which were submitted by the Surface Transportation
Board, with responses prepared by Hennepin County. The City plans to prepare comments to
those questions/responses. He noted that the DEIS comments contain all of the substantive
material from the last study session, and staff will be finalizing the comments prior to submission
on December 31, 2012.
Councilmember Hallfin stated he had some grammatical corrections and agreed to email them to
staff. He suggested that the last sentence of the third paragraph on page 6 be revised to state
"…the City states the mitigation that should must be required to address negative impacts from
freight trains in St. Louis Park."
Councilmember Mavity suggested that paragraph (d) on page 18 be revised to state more clearly
that mitigation to minimize the relatively constant bells and whistles should include
incorporating design elements that minimize sound traveling into those neighborhoods to make
sure this is addressed during the design phase. She also suggested that paragraph 2(b) on page
18 more clearly indicate that bringing the light rail station closer to Methodist Hospital would be
positive and would ensure that over 500 low income households would have closer access to the
light rail station. She suggested that paragraph G(1) beginning on page 17 include a comment
about the need for the City to build new streets around Beltline, the additional wear and tear on
the City's streets, and other costs associated with the increased use of these areas. She added if
the City has to build new roads around Beltline, the roads will be built at the City's cost but
should be included as part of the overall project cost.
Councilmember Spano requested clarification regarding the elevated structure connecting the
Bass Lake Spur to the MN&S tracks referenced on page 9 and the statement that the structure
will be roughly one mile long.
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Mr. McKenzie explained that this figure came from a drawing in the EAW prepared by Kimley
Horn.
Councilmember Sanger stated she did not know whose assumption was being quoted in the first
paragraph on page 20 indicating that the "LPA was chosen using the assumption that freight rail
that would have to be relocated to achieve the LRT route" and indicated that was not an
assumption made by the policy committee that selected the route and the City was prohibited
from discussing this during the EAW process. She asked that this statement be omitted and
replaced with a statement that during the LPA route selection process, participants were
specifically denied the opportunity to discuss relevant freight rail issues purportedly on the
directive of the FTA.
Mr. Locke noted that page 19 states it was clear during the freight selection process that freight
rail rerouting was not a part of the analysis and was not discussed and therefore was not a
consideration during the LPA process.
Mayor Jacobs agreed the City did not get an opportunity to weigh in on freight rail during the
LPA process and felt that removing the sentence referenced by Councilmember Sanger would
not diminish the City's comments in any way.
Councilmember Sanger requested that a statement be added to page 3 that points out the DEIS
proposes colocation of freight rail and light rail for several miles (3+) west of Louisiana Avenue
to just west of 169, and the County used the 25' distance separation in locations both east and
west of 169. She indicated the final paragraph on page 8 contains a statement that "if trains are
rerouted to the MN&S, it would be absolutely unacceptable to St. Louis Park to also be saddled
with the burden of freight trains re-routed to the MN&S without the benefit of completely
eliminating freight trains from the Wooddale and Beltline Station areas" and stated while she
agreed with the need to get rid of the tracks, this sentence suggests that getting rid of the tracks is
all they need to do. She suggested revising this statement to indicate that if the trains are
rerouted to the MN&S, freight trains must be eliminated from the Beltline and Wooddale
stations.
Councilmember Spano noted that Council had a significant discussion regarding this statement at
its last study session and decided to leave the sentence as is.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of the majority of the City Council to not change
this statement in the DEIS comments.
Councilmember Sanger suggested that the data referenced on page 29 include a statement that
the data on the reroute fails to include information on land uses adjacent to the BNSF tracks and
adjacent to the new siding. She stated the data applies to the MN&S route from the new northern
interconnect but does not have data about housing impacts and land use impacts from freight rail.
Councilmember Santa reminded staff of the importance of consistency throughout the document
and using apples to apples comparisons. She referenced the statements toward the bottom of
page 27 regarding railroad operations and stated there are outstanding questions not addressed in
the DEIS which, if addressed, could result in the City having more issues and she felt this
statement needed to further stand out.
Councilmember Ross reiterated her concerns regarding impacts to residents in her ward.
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Mayor Jacobs stated that after Met Council reviews all the comments, Met Council will make a
determination regarding mitigation which is required versus mitigation which is an enhancement
and it is critical that the City's mitigation not be viewed as enhancements. He indicated the City
will require a lot of mitigation whichever alternative is chosen and requested that the DEIS
comments firmly reiterate that point.
2. City Council Workshop
Mr. Harmening presented the staff report and proposed discussion topics for the City Council
workshop. He stated the workshop was tentatively planned for the first weekend in February but
Councilmember Spano has requested changing the date due to a conflict.
Mayor Jacobs requested that Ms. Gothberg email Council with proposed dates for the workshop.
Councilmember Sanger stated her agreement with the suggested agenda and requested that
Council spend time discussing the new environmental task force.
Councilmember Mavity suggested that Council have a discussion regarding land use and
development, the SWLRT visioning process and scope of the SWLRT project.
Councilmember Santa indicated she would like Council to be less task focused and focus more
on policies and priorities at a higher level from a big picture perspective.
Mr. Harmening stated that Council adopted four strategic directions that came out of Vision and
Council needs to make sure those strategic directions are still accurate; in addition, it would be
helpful if Council reviewed the City's priorities to provide direction to staff. He agreed to
prepare a more detailed agenda for Council review at its next study session.
The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
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Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 3c
UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
DECEMBER 17, 2012
1. Call to Order
Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jeff Jacobs, Steve Hallfin, Anne Mavity, Julia Ross, Susan
Sanger, Sue Santa, and Jake Spano.
Councilmembers absent: None.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Scott), Deputy City
Manager/Director of Human Resources (Ms. Deno), Controller (Mr. Swanson), Finance
Supervisor (Mr. Heintz), Director of Public Works (Mr. Rardin), City Engineer (Mr. Brink),
Director of Community Development (Mr. Locke), Planning/Zoning Supervisor (Ms.
McMonigal), Housing Supervisor (Ms. Schnitker), Communications Coordinator (Mr. Zwilling),
and Recording Secretary (Ms. Hughes).
1a. Pledge of Allegiance
1b. Roll Call
2. Presentations
2a. Recognition of Kathy Larsen's 13 Years of Service
Mayor Jacobs recited the certificate recognizing Ms. Larsen's years of service to the City
and expressed Council's best wishes in her retirement.
Ms. Larsen stated it has been a privilege working for the City.
Mr. Harmening stated that Ms. Larsen has done an exceptional job for the City and was
instrumental in the creation of the City's Housing Improvement Areas. He thanked Ms.
Larsen for all her efforts to make the community a better place and stated the City will
miss her.
2b. Retirement Recognition for Bill Thurston, Engineering Technician III
Mayor Jacobs recited the resolution and presented a plaque recognizing the contributions
of Mr. Thurston for over 40 years of dedicated service to St. Louis Park.
Mr. Thurston expressed thanks for allowing him to work for the City and stated it has
been a pleasure to work for the City.
Mr. Rardin expressed thanks to Mr. Thurston and stated Mr. Thurston has been an
important member of the engineering staff. He stated Mr. Thurston served as the City's
liaison for all the redevelopment along Excelsior Boulevard as well as other significant
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redevelopment projects throughout the community. He stated Mr. Thurston has been a
dedicated employee and will be sorely missed.
3. Approval of Minutes
3a. Study Session Meeting Minutes November 26, 2012
Councilmember Sanger requested that the third line up from the bottom of the fourth
paragraph on page 4 be revised to state "is moved and felt it was moving a bike trail that
made the Kenilworth alternative cheaper workable and…"
The minutes were approved as amended.
3b. Special Study Session Meeting Minutes December 3, 2012
Councilmember Santa requested that the third sentence of the fifth paragraph on page 2
be revised to state "She stated that the quality of life goal needs to address the ripple
effect of Kenilworth the reroute and how people's quality of life is impacted no matter
where they live, and resident's ability to go about their daily business is impacted."
The minutes were approved as amended.
3c. City Council Meeting Minutes of December 3, 2012
The minutes were approved as presented.
4. Approval of Agenda and Items on Consent Calendar
NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine
and/or which need no discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is
desired by either a Councilmember or a member of the audience, that item may be moved to an
appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion.
4a. Table Second Reading of the Water Access Charge Ordinance and direct staff to
reschedule the Second Reading after the completion of additional public
communications and input.
4b. Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2428-12 vacating 500 feet of
Natchez Avenue South right-of-way extending north of Morningside Road, and
approve the summary ordinance for publication.
4c. Approve extending the City’s contract with Prism (People Responding in Social
Ministry) to provide door-to-door dial-a-ride services to all residents of St. Louis
Park through December 31, 2013. Current contract expires December 31, 2012.
4d. Approve Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 137-12 MSA Street Maintenance
(Beltline Boulevard) - Project No. 2014-1102.
4e. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. 13-12 with SUMMIT for consultant
services related to the implementation of the Reilly Tar & Chemical Corporation
(Reilly) Remedial Action Plan (RAP) during year 2013.
4f. Adopt Resolution No. 12-180 to recognize Engineering Technician III Bill
Thurston for his 40 years of service to the City of St. Louis Park.
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4g. Adopt Resolution No. 12-181 overturning the Board of Zoning Appeals (BOZA)
decision to deny Sara and Henry Stokman’s application for a variance from the
side yard setback, and approve a two foot variance to allow an addition to the
house with a three foot side yard setback instead of the required five foot side
yard setback, with conditions.
4h. Approve for filing Vendor Claims.
4i. Approve for filing Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes August 15,
2012.
4j. Approve for filing Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes September
19, 2012.
4k. Approve for filing Housing Authority Minutes November 14, 2012.
It was moved by Councilmember Spano, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, 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.
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. Adoption of 2013 Budgets, 2013 Final City and HRA Property Tax Levies,
2013-2017 Capital Improvement Plan and 2013 Utility Rates. Resolution
Nos. 12-182, 12-183, 12-184 and 12-185.
Mr. Swanson presented the staff report and explained that Council adopted a 2013
Preliminary Property Tax Levy of $24,712,941 on September 4, 2012, representing an
increase of $950,190 or an approximate 4.00% increase from the 2012 Final Property Tax
Levy. He stated this Levy is utilized to support the General Fund, Park and Recreation
Fund, Capital Replacement Fund, Park Improvement Fund, and Employee
Administration Fund and also provides debt service on principal and interest of the City's
bonds. He stated the Truth in Taxation hearing was held on December 3, 2012, and
following the public hearing staff proceeded with preparation of the 2013 budgets based
on a 4.00% levy increase. He stated the Capital Improvement Plan includes $130.5
million of planned investments over the next five years; of that amount, $71.4 million
will be paid from funds the City has control over and the remaining $59.1 million is
planned as non-City resources. He noted that the Capital Improvement Plan does not
include items for a civic community center or expansion of streets or expanded
sidewalks/trails; in addition, only projects included in the Capital Improvement Plan for
2013 are authorized for purchase during the next year and years 2014-2017 are for
planning purposes only. He presented the proposed 2013 utility rates noting that the
City's operations are reviewed to determine if rate adjustments are needed to maintain the
long-term sustainability of the utility funds and a 4.9% increase is recommended for 2013
or approximately $3.02 per month for the average residential customer. He stated that a
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typical residential property valued at $211,400 and having typical utilities will experience
an overall increase of $2.87 per month or approximately $34.44 for the entire year.
It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt
Resolution No. 12-182 Adopting the 2013 Budgets and Authorizing the 2013 Final
Property Tax Levy.
Councilmember Mavity expressed thanks to staff for their efforts in preparing the
budgets. She felt this was the most important vote taken by Council each year and the
2013 budget will help consistently move the City toward long-term sustainability.
The motion passed 7-0.
It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt
Resolution No. 12-183 Approving the 2013 Final HRA Levy.
The motion passed 7-0.
It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt
Resolution No. 12-184 Adopting the 2013-2017 Capital Improvement Program.
The motion passed 7-0.
It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt
Resolution No. 12-185 Setting Utility Rates.
The motion passed 7-0.
8b. Fund Equity Transfers and Operating Transfers. Resolution No. 12-186.
Mr. Swanson presented the staff report and advised that staff routinely analyzes the City's
projected fund balances to ensure the City is meeting its Fund Balance Policy with a goal
of achieving long-term sustainability in the General Fund. He stated that a transfer of
$1.16 million from the General Fund is recommended in order to achieve a fund balance
position of 45%. He explained that $500,000 of this amount will be transferred to the
Park Improvement Fund, $400,000 will be transferred to the Uninsured Loss Fund,
$225,000 will be transferred to the Park & Recreation Fund, and $35,000 will be
transferred to the Benefits Administration Fund. He stated that an operating transfer of
$300,000 from the Permanent Improvement Revolving Fund to the Capital Replacement
Fund is also recommended to address long-term sustainability challenges in this fund, as
well as a transfer of $1.2 million from the Sewer Utility Fund to the Water Utility Fund
and a transfer of $500,000 from the Housing Rehabilitation Fund to the Park Center TIF
District Fund.
It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Hallfin, to adopt
Resolution No. 12-186 Authorizing Fund Equity Transfers and Operating Transfers.
The motion passed 7-0.
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8c. Eliot Park Apartments – Comprehensive Plan Amendment from Civic to
High Density and Low Density Residential. Resolution No. 12-187.
Ms. McMonigal presented the staff report and provided historical background regarding
the redevelopment of this site including the neighborhood design guideline process. She
stated that five neighborhood meetings were held and the design guidelines were
developed with substantial neighborhood input. She advised the Comprehensive Plan
amendment is a combination of high density residential and low density residential and
was evaluated based on land use planning principles and community goals. She indicated
the Comprehensive Plan amendment is required by Ordinance to take place prior to any
rezoning of the parcel. She stated the current proposal for the site includes three single
family lots on the north side and two apartment buildings with 69 units in each building
for a total of 138 units. She stated the maximum height of the apartment buildings will
be three stories with underground parking for residents and an access drive and guest
parking in the middle of the site. She noted the development proposal retains 48% green
space and respects the previous presence of Eliot School along Cedar Lake Road and
adds to neighborhood connectivity. She stated the request is to change the site from
Civic to High Density Residential and Low Density R esidential and meets the standards
of the Comprehensive Plan and meets or exceeds the intent of the design guidelines in
terms of intensity of development on the site and impacts to the neighborhood. She then
introduced Mr. Dan Hunt, President of Hunt Associates.
Mr. Dan Hunt, President of Hunt Associates, appeared before the City Council and stated
they have been working with staff and the neighborhood for over a year. He stated if the
Comprehensive Plan amendment is approved, they will come back with the necessary
zoning requests and project plans.
Ms. Judy Dvorak, 6636 West 16th Street, appeared before the City Council and stated she
could not believe that another meeting on this issue was being held when the City
Council previously voted against it. She presented a map of the neighborhood and noted
that this small section of the City does not have many through streets and includes dead-
end streets on both sides of Eliot. She stated there are at least 25 apartment buildings
already in this neighborhood and they do not want the extra traffic. She asked the City
Council to consider putting in 6-10 unit apartments or townhomes on the site if the City
cannot put single family homes on this site.
Mayor Jacobs recited an email from Ms. Gretchen Garcia, 6630 West 16th Street, which
was made part of the official record.
Mr. Christopher Petrie, 2049 Jersey Avenue South, appeared before the City Council and
stated he attended one of the neighborhood meetings and one hour of the meeting was
spent talking about how the neighborhood wanted single family homes and the other time
they heard from a City representative telling them they had to come up with a
recommendation for higher density. He stated the overall opinion of the neighborhood
was that they wanted single family homes and asked about the City Council's goal
regarding high density and low density homes. He indicated he preferred single family
homes for this site but if the site is going to be high density residential, he would support
that designation in order to get underground parking.
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Councilmember Ross stated that Council would like to see single family homes on this
site but the School District has not been approached by anyone interested in purchasing
the site for over three years; in the meantime, the property has been vacant and has been
vandalized. She felt this was the best offer currently on the table and the Ordinance
requires the Comprehensive Plan amendment to be approved first and Mr. Hunt will
come back to Council to present his development proposal in the coming months. She
added she felt the development proposal will meet or exceed most of the design
guidelines and includes a significant amount of green space.
Mr. John Lang, 6610 Cedar Lake Road, appeared before the City Council and stated he
was against arbitrarily changing the site to high density in case something goes wrong
with the current development proposal and it does not get built as proposed. He added he
does not want to see a developer come in with a five-story building.
Mayor Jacobs asked if Council can change the Comprehensive Plan to something other
than high density if Council determines a development proposal is unacceptable.
Ms. McMonigal replied the City Council has the ability to change the Comprehensive
Plan back to its earlier designation.
Councilmember Ross noted that Mr. Hunt's proposal will be asking for medium density
zoning.
Ms. McMonigal indicated the Zoning Code has different categories that overlap slightly
from the Comprehensive Plan and Mr. Hunt's proposal would be for R-4 zoning with a
PUD which means the City Council would have to specifically approve several site items
including all zoning items.
Mr. Philip Murphy, 1841 Hampshire Avenue, appeared before the City Council and
questioned the long term impacts of this development on property values along
Hampshire, Jersey and Idaho and how the development might impact their ability to sell
their homes. He expressed concern about traffic stating he felt it will be an immense
burden in this neighborhood and will impact their ability to live safely. He stated if this
amendment passes, he is going to sell his house and felt the City will see an exodus from
this neighborhood and he asked the City Council to consider that. He stated he would
like to see green space, duplexes, townhouses, or single family houses on this site.
Mr. Joe Stark, 1810 Hampshire Avenue, appeared before the City Council and the initial
proposal was for medium density housing and felt the School District was looking short
term to get money to the long term detriment to the area. He questioned the amount of
available parking and was concerned about the number of cars moving fast through the
neighborhood.
Councilmember Spano stated that this item was placed on the agenda for reconsideration
following an inaccurate statement made at an earlier City Council meeting regarding
offers received by the School District for this property. He stated that in order to give
this developer an opportunity to create a final plan for consideration by Council, from a
procedural standpoint Council has to consider the Comprehensive Plan amendment first.
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Councilmember Ross acknowledged the traffic concerns along Cedar Lake Road and
stated that Mr. Hunt appears to be open to suggestions especially in terms of traffic
patterns in this area.
Councilmember Mavity indicated her support for the Comprehensive Plan amendment
and stated she liked the proposed design and what the developer has done in terms of
alignment with the design guidelines. She pointed out her support of the Comprehensive
Plan amendment is conditioned on the zoning overlay that will come back later for
Council action and added she supported medium density development on this site.
Councilmember Sanger stated she would not be supporting the Comprehensive Plan
amendment at this time. She indicated she was opposed to the amendment because the
density is too dense and too stark of a contrast with all the single family homes
surrounding the site. She stated she would have preferred all single family housing on
the site but that is not economically realistic and felt the School District priced this parcel
so high that no developer could afford to buy it for single family homes.
Councilmember Hallfin stated he previously voted against this based on concerns similar
to those expressed by Councilmember Sanger. He stated one of the issues in the City is
the availability of move-up housing and he thought this parcel would provide a great
opportunity to provide more single family housing in St. Louis Park.
It was moved by Councilmember Ross, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to approve
Resolution No. 12-187 Approving an Amendment to the 2030 Comprehensive Plan for
the City of St. Louis Park Under Minnesota Statutes 462.351 to 462.364 (6720 and 6800
Cedar Lake Road).
The motion passed 5-2 (Councilmembers Hallfin and Sanger opposed).
8d. Approval of City Comments on the Southwest Transitway Draft
Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).
Mr. Locke presented the staff report and stated the DEIS comments have applied the
City's policies on freight rail and light rail and the City's comments include the City
Council's previously adopted Resolution Nos. 10-070 and 11-058. He stated the deadline
for submission of comments is December 31, 2012, and all materials will become part of
the official record that the Met Council consultants will use for Preliminary Engineering
as well as for preparation of the Final Environmental Impact Statement.
Mayor Jacobs complimented Mr. Locke, Ms. McMonigal and their staff members for all
their efforts in preparing comments to the 1,000 page DEIS. He reminded residents that
individual comments can also be submitted to the Met Council by December 31, 2012.
Councilmember Mavity thanked staff for their efforts and indicated the City's DEIS
comments will be posted on the website once they are finalized. She indicated that
Safety in the Park has been involved in this issue and has done an excellent job raising
issues about how a reroute will impact the overall community. She stated she felt there
has been less attention focused on issues around the Beltline and Wooddale stops and
wanted to make sure the City raises those issues as part of the City's DEIS comments.
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She stated that Council is not voting today on where the trains are routed and when the
City's DEIS, comments are submitted the Met Council will take control of the process
and begin Preliminary Engineering. She advised that several weeks ago, she accepted a
position with Commissioner Gail Dorfman and before taking the job she consulted with
the City Attorney and received a clear opinion that she has an absolute right to continue
serving as Ward 2 Councilmember. She advised that this evening she will not be
exercising that right and will recuse herself from the vote on the DEIS comments. She
stated she does not want to be a distraction to this important work and added she
completely supports the City's DEIS comments. She stated the City needs mitigation no
matter where the trains go and stated she believes the Draft Environmental Impact
Statement does not adequately address the types of mitigation the City will need.
Mayor Jacobs stated that this project will have a significant impact on everything in the
community and Council regards all mitigation as necessary mitigation and not optional
enhancements.
Mr. Marc Berg, 2913 Webster Avenue So., appeared before the City Council and agreed
with Councilmember Mavity's decision to recuse herself from voting this evening and felt
she should continue to recuse herself whenever this issue is discussed because he did not
think she could fairly represent her ward and the City's interests at large while reporting
to Commissioner Dorfman. He indicated that he will be submitting his own comments
and agreed that the Section 4f analysis was flawed.
Mr. Ryan Edstrom, 2824 Yosemite Avenue, appeared before the City Council and
presented Council with a copy of his analysis. He stated that Chapter 7 of the DEIS
shows parkland that will be used on Cedar Lake Park and did not think the DEIS did a
good job of explaining how or why parkland would be used. He stated the County
records for that area show that until 2011 the rail runs in the parkland property and this
needs to be addressed in the DEIS. He showed several maps of the area and stated it was
not clear how or why the co-location option would affect the property in that area. He
also pointed out that the right-of-way available to the east of this area is owned by
HCRRA and there is a lot of space between the track and eastern boundary of HCRRA's
property, noting there is approximately 150' along that corridor which would negate any
4f use and would eliminate that property from being considered and used for this project.
He added that the design drawings clearly show that the map they used was improperly
overlaid on the aerial showing property lines running through homes and deserves
another look.
Councilmember Sanger asked if Mr. Edstrom's comments regarding the inaccurate maps
and the railroad operating on parkland can be included in the City's comments.
Mr. Locke stated that the staff is aware of the issue, and it is addressed in the DEIS
appendices. Staff also included the issue in their comments.
Mr. Jeff Roy, 3233 Florida Avenue, appeared before the City Council and stated he was
happy to hear the City Council's continuing efforts to support the people of St. Louis
Park. He thanked the City Council for all its work and thanked Councilmember Mavity
for recusing herself. He encouraged the City to include additional Section 4f comments
based on Mr. Edstrom's earlier remarks.
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Mr. Tom Johnson, 4701 40th Lane, appeared before the City Council and stated he is a
professional engineer and has written a 20 page report regarding this project. He
indicated the report is in draft form and agreed to provide Council with a copy of his
report adding that he would make himself available for questions. He urged the City to
reject the MN&S reroute in the strongest possible language based on a number of factors
outlined in his report, including cost of construction, crossing accidents, derailments,
noise, and mitigation. He stated he completed a study of the MN&S and reached a
number of conclusions, including his belief that the cost of the freight reroute grossly
underestimates the cost of the MN&S upgrade, that the reroute on MN&S is a much more
dangerous alternative due to crossing accidents and derailments. He added the noise and
vibration studies are misguided resulting in worthless data and conclusions.
Mayor Jacobs encouraged Mr. Johnson to submit his comments to the Met Council.
Ms. Jamie LaPray, 3256 Blackstone, appeared before the City Council and expressed
appreciation for all the time that the City Council has put into this issue. She felt the City
has not said enough against the proposed reroute and felt the City needed to add language
that either asks for a new LPA or an independent study looking into why the DEIS is so
one-sided toward the reroute as opposed to the co-location option. She stated at an
HCRRA meeting in November 2011, Commissioner Dorfman made a statement to the
effect of "how do we study this without people thinking co-location is seriously on the
table" and that "promises have been made." She stated in light of Commissioner
Dorfman's comments and the fact that the DEIS is one-sided she felt it was negligent of
the City Council not to ask for a new LPA so residents have the same opportunities
afforded to those in the Kenilworth corridor. She added they will never know what the
LPA would have been had the reroute been in the scoping process in the beginning and
the City might not be here discussing mitigation if another route was chosen. She did not
believe asking to take a step back was wrong and felt it would make the process more
transparent and add trust to the process. She felt that Councilmember Mavity's work with
Commissioner Dorfman and not recusing herself on future votes would sorely affect the
trust residents have in the City Council.
Ms. Lyn Wik, 3965 Quentin Avenue So., appeared before the City Council and thanked
the City Council and City staff for all their hard work. She stated the City of Minneapolis
has unequivocally said "no" to co-location and questioned why the City Council could
not state an equally strong "no" to the reroute.
Ms. Kathryn Kottke, 2712 Brunswick Avenue So., appeared before the City Council and
urged the City Council to speak strongly against the reroute. She stated the County has
not been listening to them and the City Council must assure that the community is
protected because the DEIS has neglected to study the reroute's negative impact on the
City.
Mr. Greg Suchanek, 2740 Blackstone, appeared before the City Council and stated he has
not seen anything to indicate what will happen with the current bus routes in the SWLRT
and the impact on bus riders.
Councilmember Santa stated she has talked to Metro Transit representatives and was told
when light rail comes in the bus routes will change but the plans have not been firmed up.
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Mr. Greg Suchanek stated if the reroute occurs, there might be an opportunity to truly
make this a rail corridor and limit the impacts to St. Louis Park. He acknowledged this
would mean the taking of more homes but could eliminate as many crossings as possible.
He thanked the City Council for its hard work and the many hours spent on this issue.
Mr. Jeff Byers, 4123 Wooddale Avenue So., appeared before the City Council and
requested information regarding the municipal consent vote.
Mayor Jacobs stated that municipal consent will come up in late 2013 or early 2014 and
the City can withhold municipal consent, however, the City will want to obtain advice
from the City Attorney regarding that issue. He stated when the City submits it DEIS
comments the Met Council will review all the comments received and determine what
happens with the reroute and all cities will then have an additional time period to make a
decision regarding municipal consent. He added the City intends to continue working in
the interim with its Met Council representatives regarding mitigation.
It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to approve
the proposed SWLRT DEIS comments for submittal to Hennepin County by December 31,
2012, subject to additional revisions that staff has agreed to make and with the
understanding that the City will be drafting additional comments in response to the
recent posting by the Surface Transportation Board.
The motion passed 6-0-1 (Councilmember Mavity recused herself from the vote).
Mr. Harmening stated that the emails received by the City and by Council will be made
part of the official record and placed in the DEIS file.
Councilmember Sanger presented an email from Paul and Linda Jennings, 3925 Joppa
Avenue, expressing support for SWLRT and opposing the rerouting of freight rail and
asked that this email be made part of the official record.
8e. 2013 Employee Compensation. Resolution No. 12-188.
Ms. Deno presented the staff report and advised that non-union employee compensation
for 2013 includes a 2% increase and noted that all five unions settled at a 2% increase for
2013. She stated that the City Manager's salary is reviewed by a consultant and includes
a survey of Midwest cities and the consultant has recommended a 2% increase in the
salary range and compensation will be accordance with the salary cap. She stated the
City's volunteer firefighter benefit program includes a life and disability insurance benefit
and it is recommended that the City continue participation in this program. She stated the
paid-on-call firefighter performance program is reviewed annually and the Fire Chief has
recommended a 2% increase to this program effective January 1, 2013.
It was moved by Councilmember Hallfin, seconded by Councilmember Sanger, to adopt
Resolution No. 12-188 Confirming Compensation for Non-Union Employees; Setting the
City Manager's Salary; Continuing Participation in the Volunteer Firefighter Benefit
Program; and Continuing Performance Program Pay for Paid-On-Call Firefighters.
The motion passed 7-0.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 3c) Page 11
Subject: City Council Meeting Minutes of December 17, 2012
8f. Resolution Approving Annual City Manager Evaluation. Resolution No. 12-
189.
Mayor Jacobs summarized the City Manager's annual evaluation conducted by Council in
closed executive session and stated Mr. Harmening's evaluation score was 3.6 on a scale
of 1-4 and he received the highest overall ratings on communication skills, public
relations, fiscal and business management, and relationship with City Council. He stated
that Mr. Harmening is a highly valued leader and the City is fortunate to have him and
the City Council is pleased with his performance.
It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Spano, to approve
Resolution No. 12- 189 Accepting the Annual City Manager Evaluation.
The motion passed 7-0.
9. Communications
Councilmember Ross thanked residents for shoveling their sidewalks after the recent
snowstorm.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:41 p.m.
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Nancy Stroth, City Clerk Jeff Jacobs, Mayor
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4a
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Declaring 2013 City Council Meeting Dates
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution Declaring 2013 City Council Meeting Dates.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
The St. Louis Park City Council Rules and Procedures require Council to set and approve
meeting dates each year.
BACKGROUND:
The City Council's policy is not to meet on New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day,
President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Christmas Day,
Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Passover. For New Year's Day, Christmas Day, and Yom
Kippur, this includes the evening before the holiday. For Rosh Hashanah and Passover, this
includes the evening before the holiday and the first and second evenings of the holiday.
Regular meetings will be held on the first and third Mondays of each month at 7:30 p.m. A
schedule of all regular meetings and recognized holidays will be kept on file at City Hall.
Regular meetings can be cancelled or rescheduled at any time, provided Council meets at least
once per month.
Current policy states that when the meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will be scheduled
on the next succeeding day that is not a holiday, unless another day has been designated in
advance. If the Tuesday is also a holiday, the meeting is moved to the same hour on the next
succeeding Monday that is not a holiday. Council also has the discretion to move the meeting to
the Wednesday following the first two evenings of each holiday observance if deemed necessary.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4a) Page 2
Subject: Declaring 2013 City Council Meeting Dates
RESOLUTION NO. 13-_____
RESOLUTION DECLARING
2013 CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES
WHEREAS, the City Council Rules and Procedures require Council to annually declare
its public meetings for the year, and
WHEREAS, the City Council takes holidays into consideration when declaring public
meetings and has chosen to not meet on New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's
Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Christmas Day, Rosh
Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Passover of each year. For New Year’s Day, Christmas Day and
Yom Kippur, this includes the evening before the holiday. For Rosh Hashanah and Passover, this
includes the evening before the holiday and the first and second evenings of the holiday, and
WHEREAS, regular meetings will be held on the first and third Mondays of each month
at 7:30 p.m. If the meeting date falls on a holiday, the meeting will be scheduled on the next
succeeding day that is not a holiday, unless another day has been designated in advance. Regular
meetings can be cancelled or rescheduled at any time, provided Council meets at least once per
month, and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that not all religious holidays are included in
this resolution and the Council makes it known that reasonable accommodation will be made for
religious reasons when notified by an applicant or a member of the public,
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of St. Louis Park has
reviewed Exhibit A and declares those dates to be the public meeting dates of the City Council.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4a) Page 3
Subject: Declaring 2013 City Council Meeting Dates
2013 City Council Meeting Dates Exhibit A
Jan. 7 Regular Meeting July 1 Regular Meeting
Jan. 14 Study Session July 8 Study Session
Jan. 22 Regular Meeting - Tuesday
(Monday - Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
July 15 Regular Meeting
Jan. 28 Study Session July 22 Study Session
Feb. 4 Regular Meeting Aug. 5 Regular Meeting
Feb. 11 Study Session Aug. 12 Study Session
Feb. 19 Regular Meeting - Tuesday
(Monday - President’s Day)
Aug. 19 Regular Meeting
Feb. 25 Study Session Aug. 26 Study Session
Mar. 4 Regular Meeting Sept. 3 Regular Meeting - Tuesday
(Monday-Labor Day)
Mar. 11 Study Session Sept. 9 Study Session
Mar. 18 Regular Meeting Sept. 16 Regular Meeting
Mar. 26 No Meeting - Passover Sept. 23 Study Session
April 1 Regular Meeting Oct. 7 Regular Meeting
April 8 Study Session Oct. 14 Study Session
April 15 Regular Meeting Oct. 21 Regular Meeting
April 22 Study Session Oct. 28 Study Session
May 6 Regular Meeting Nov. 4 Regular Meeting
May 13 Study Session Nov. 12 Study Session - Tuesday
(Monday-Veteran’s Day)
May 20 Regular Meeting Nov. 18 Regular Meeting
May 28
Study Session - Tuesday
(Monday – Memorial Day)
Nov. 25 Study Session
June 3 Regular Meeting Dec. 2 Regular Meeting
June 10 Study Session Dec. 9 Study Session
June 17 Regular Meeting Dec. 16 Regular Meeting
June 24 Study Session Dec. 23 Study Session
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4b
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Designating 2013 Official Newspaper
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution designating the St. Louis Park Sun Sailor as the City’s Official
Newspaper for year 2013.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
MS 331A.02 and Charter Section 3.07 require that a legal newspaper of general circulation be
designated for publication of the City’s official proceedings and notices and such other matters
and measures as are required by law and City Charter. Does Council wish to continue
designation of the St. Louis Park Sun Sailor as the City’s Official Newspaper for Calendar Year
2013?
BACKGROUND:
Sun Newspapers has become the primary source of community news in the suburbs and has
provided additional newspaper copies at City Hall, Rec Center and library; provided information
on how to subscribe and access via the web; and has provided a discount to the City for
advertisements.
BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION:
1. The paper is delivered to most of the residences in the City and easily accessible via the
internet, thereby providing city-wide coverage of legal notices and other city government
issues to residents.
2. The paper has served well as the official newspaper for many years.
3. The paper has expressed a desire to continue to provide this service.
4. New residents receive information regarding distribution of the Sun-Sailor Newspaper in
their new resident packet.
5. All legal notices are posted on Sun Sailor’s website at no additional charge.
6. Two notarized affidavits on each publication are provided at no additional charge.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
The cost for legal publications through the St. Louis Park Sun-Sailor is reasonable, with only a
slight increase in rates for the coming year.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Resolution
Letter from Sun Newspapers
Prepared by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4b) Page 2
Subject: Designating 2013 Official Newspaper
RESOLUTION NO. 13 -____
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE ST. LOUIS PARK
SUN SAILOR AS THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2013
WHEREAS, MS 331A.02 and Charter Section 3.07 require that a legal newspaper of
general circulation be designated for publication of the City’s official proceedings and notices
and such other matters and measures as are required by law and City Charter; and
WHEREAS, the St. Louis Park Sun Sailor is a duly qualified medium of legal
publication;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the St. Louis Park City Council hereby
designates the St. Louis Park Sun Sailor as the City’s Official Newspaper for Calendar Year
2013.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4c
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Reappointment of Citizen Representatives to Boards and Commissions
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to reappoint the following Commissioners as city representatives to their respective
commissions with terms as follows:
Name Commission Term Expiration
Sophia Flumerfelt Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Youth Member 8/31/2013
Robert Kramer Planning Commission 12/31/2015
Richard Person Planning Commission 12/31/2015
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Does the Council wish to reappoint the Commissioners listed above to serve another term on
their respective Commissions?
BACKGROUND:
The terms of the regular Commissioners listed above have expired. Commissioners whose terms
are ending complete and submit a form stating why they wish to be reappointed. Staff liaisons
have been consulted, and the Commissioners listed above have indicated that they wish to be
reappointed to a new term. Reappointment status forms are on file in the City Clerk’s office,
should Councilmembers wish to review the information.
Commission Vacancies
Staff has advertised the following commission vacancies on our website, Patch website, and in
the Sun Sailor newspaper. Several applications have been received, and staff will be scheduling
applicant interviews with the Mayor and Councilmembers in the upcoming weeks.
Commission Vacancies Terms
Board of Zoning Appeals
(meets 1 time per month)
1 1 year term
Charter Commission
(meets at least 1 time per year)
2 4 year terms
Fire Civil Service Commission
(meets at least 1 time per year)
1 3 year term
Housing Authority
(meets 1 time per month)
Commissioner
Program Participant
1
1
5 year term
5 year term
Human Rights Commission
(meets 1 time per month)
Youth Commissioner (1 voting & 1 non-voting)
2
2
One 2 year term
One 3 year term
1 year terms
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4c) Page 2
Subject: Reappointment of Citizen Representatives to Boards and Commissions
Planning Commission
(meets 2 times per month)
Youth Commissioner (non-voting)
1
1 year term
Police Advisory Commission
(meets 1 time every 2 months)
Youth Joint Member (non-voting)
4
2
One 1 year term
One 2 year term
Two 3 year terms
1 year terms
Telecommunications Advisory Commission
Youth Commissioner
1
1 year term
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Appointing diverse citizen representatives who volunteer as commissioners to the various Boards
and Commissions assures that St. Louis Park is consistent with the Council’s Strategic Direction
of being a connected and engaged community.
Attachments: None
Prepared by: Kay Midura, Office Assistant - City Clerk’s Office
Reviewed by: Ray French, Administrative Services Intern
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting Date: January 7, 2012
Agenda Item #: 4d
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Accept Monetary Donation from Ross Oden for the General Fund ($56.83)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a monetary donation from Ross Oden in
the amount of $56.83 for the General Fund.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Does the City Council wish to accept this gift?
BACKGROUND:
State statute requires City Council’s acceptance of donations. This requirement is necessary in
order to make sure that the City Council has knowledge of any restrictions placed on the use of
each donation prior to it being expended.
Ross Oden worked as an Election Judge for the 2012 General Election. He was uncertain if his
employer would pay him for the hours that he served as an Election Judge, so he accepted
payment from the City. His employer did pay him his wages for the work day on November 6,
2012, so Ross graciously returned $56.83 to the City as a donation to the General Fund. The
donation is given with no restriction as to its use.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
This donation will be used for the General Fund and the services provided via this fund.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Kay Midura, Assistant – City Clerk’s Office
Reviewed by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2012 (Item No. 4d) Page 2
Subject: Accept Monetary Donation from Ross Oden for the General Fund ($56.83)
RESOLUTION NO. 13-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION
IN THE AMOUNT OF $56.83
FOR THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK GENERAL FUND
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, Ross Oden donated $56.83 to the General Fund; and
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 Ross Oden and with the understanding that it
must be used for the General Fund.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4e
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Final Payment Resolution - Contract 47-11 Zintl, Inc. – Project Nos. 2008-3001 & 2008-3002
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution authorizing final payment in the amount of $20,755.20 and
accepting work for Fire Stations No. 1 and No. 2 Work Scope 13 (Drywall and Framing) with
Zintl, Inc. Project Nos. 2008-3001 and 2008-3002, City Contract No. 47-1.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
BACKGROUND:
Bids were received on March 31, 2011 for Two New Fire Stations – Project Nos. 2008-3001 and
2008-3002. The projects included construction of Fire Station No. 1 at 3750 Wooddale Avenue
and Fire Station No. 2 at 2262 Louisiana Avenue.
The City used an agency construction manager (CM) delivery method for both fire stations,
rather than a general contractor (GM). With this approach, the City is the owner and general
contractor for the project. The construction manager acts as the city’s advisor and representative
throughout planning, design and construction of the stations. There are 31 different contracts
related to the construction of the two stations.
City Council awarded the contract for Work Scope 13 (Drywall and Framing) for Fire Stations
No. 1 and No. 2 to Zintl, Inc. on April 11, 2011, in the amount of $314,444.00. The Contractor
completed this work within the contract time allowed at a final contract cost of $319,477.00.
The $5,033 difference was primarily due to a change order to add spray insulation to steel beams
in both stations. The change order also includes miscellaneous additional finishing work in the
Fire Station #1 lobby and other minor field changes requested by the Owner (us).
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
The Fire Stations Project was programmed in the Capital Improvement Program for construction
in 2011/12 at a total projected cost of $15,500,000. The final project costs are expected to be
approximately $15,100,000.
$12.5 million of this project cost will be paid from bond proceeds issued in December 2010. The
remaining portion will be paid from the Fire portion of the Police and Fire Pension Fund.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Sean Walther, Senior Planner
Reviewed by: Luke Stemmer, Fire Chief
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4e) Page 2
Subject: Final Payment Resolution - Contract 47-11 Zintl, Inc. – Project 2008-3001& 2008-3002
RESOLUTION NO. 13-____
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $20,755.20 AND ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
DRYWALL AND FRAMING FOR FIRE STATIONS NO. 1 AND NO. 2
WITH ZINTL, INC.
CITY PROJECT NO. 2008-3001 & 2008-3002
CONTRACT NO. 47-11
NOW THEREFORE 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 April 12, 2011, Zintl, Inc. has satisfactorily
completed Work Scope 13 (Drywall and Framing) for Fire Stations No. 1 and No. 2, as per
Contract No. 47-11.
2. The Construction Manager Kraus-Anderson Construction Company recommends 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 $ 314,444.00
Change Order #1 + $ 5,033.00
Final Contract Amount $ 319,477.00
Previous Payments - $ 298,721.80
Balance Due $ 20,755.20
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4f
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Final Payment Resolution - Contract No. 114-11 with Ron Kassa Construction, Inc. - Project
Nos. 2011-0003, 0004, & 0006
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution authorizing final payment in the amount of $11,217.47 and
accepting work for the 2011 Random Concrete Repair project with Ron Kassa Construction, Inc.
Project Nos. 2011-0003, 0004, & 0006, City Contract No. 114-11.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
BACKGROUND:
City Council approved and authorized the Random Concrete Repair Project - City Project Nos.
2011-0003, 0004, & 0006 which was advertised, bid and awarded to Ron Kassa Construction,
Inc. on July 18, 2011 in the amount of $118,060.00. 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 this work within the contract time allowed (20 days) at a final contract
cost of $152,719.36. Additional work was performed which resulted in a contract increase of
$34,659.36. The increased amount can be attributed to $9,500 in curb repairs at the Rec Center
as requested by the Park and Recreation Department, $2,000 of concrete work at Lift Station
#10, and additional sidewalk and curb repairs to eliminate tripping hazards, safety is sues and
drainage issues. All additional work is paid at the original contract unit price.
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 2011 CIP. The CIP
budget for the 2011 concrete repairs was set at $175,000. The additional work will be charged to
the appropriate departmental budget.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Jim Olson, Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Scott Brink, City Engineer
Mike Rardin, Public Works Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4f) Page 2
Subject: Final Payment Resolution - Contract 114-11 Ron Kassa Const.– Projects 2011-0003, 0004, 0006
RESOLUTION NO. 13-____
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $11,217.47 AND ACCEPTING THE WORK FOR THE
2011 RANDOM CONCRETE REPAIR PROJECT
WITH RON KASSA CONSTRUCTION, INC.
CITY PROJECT NOS. 2011-0003, 0004, & 0006
CONTRACT NO. 114-11
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 July 18, 2011, Ron Kassa Construction,
Inc. has satisfactorily completed the 2011 Random Concrete Repair contract, as per
Contract No. 114-11.
2. The Director of Public Works has filed his 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 $ 118,060.00
Change Order 0.00
Overrun 34,659.36
Contract Amount $ 152,719.36
Previous Payments 141,501.89
Balance Due $ 11,217.47
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4g
OFFICIAL MINUTES
ST. LOUIS PARK TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
MEETING OF OCTOBER 10, 2012
ST. LOUIS PARK COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Rick Dworsky, Dale Hartman, Cindy Hoffman, Toby Keeler, Rolf
Peterson and Bill Theobald
MEMBERS ABSENT: Bruce Browning
STAFF PRESENT: Reg Dunlap, Civic TV Coordinator; John McHugh, Community
TV Coordinator; Clint Pires, Chief Information Officer
1. Call to Order
Chair Peterson called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2. Roll Call
Present at roll call were Commissioners Dworsky, Hoffman, Keeler, Peterson and
Theobald. Commissioner Hartman arrive at 7:10 p.m.)
3. Approval of Minutes for May 9, 2012
It was moved by Commissioner Keeler, seconded by Commissioner Theobald, to approve
the minutes of May 9, 2012, without changes. The motion passed 5-0.
4. Adoption of Agenda
It was moved by Commissioner Keeler, seconded by Commissioner Theobald, to approve
the agenda as presented. The motion passed 5-0.
5. Public Comment - None
6. Action Items
A. Fiber Optic Study Discussion
Commissioner Theobald asked about the survey that Joanne Hovis of CTC had done, and
if they’d received more responses since the earlier meeting? Clint replied they received a
12% of response from the business community (on-line and through the mail). The most
significant finding was that relative to 2006 when they did similar survey, the satisfaction
with broadband internet was much higher than back then.
Commissioner Theobald asked what the deficiencies were? Mr. Pires replied nothing
major, although everyone wanted faster service that was cheaper.
Chair Peterson asked if the businesses were satisfied with broadband, or with all services,
no matter how they were delivered? Mr. Pires said that satisfaction was with services
delivered regardless of transport, whether via T1 line, cable modem or direct fiber. One
key factor in satisfaction was reliability, and the incumbents were rated very highly.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4g) Page 2
Subject: Telecommunications Commission Meeting Minutes of October 10, 2012
Mr. McHugh said one thing stressed was the growing need for high-speed internet speeds
above the average of what is available now, for example, for double digit speeds. So it’s
important to be aware of areas where those double digit speeds are necessary if we’re to
partner with somebody who can use our middle mile stuff.
Mr. Pires said that the consultant pointed out that incumbents were responding to the
market and as they see the need for speeds to increase, they would provide that. One of
the questions is whether the demand for fiber justifies it being built, and at what point
will the applications will require the higher speeds.
Commissioner Keeler indicated there are two areas for potential, the water tower that’s
not connected and extending fiber between the hospital and Park Nicollet clinic. Are
those good possibilities to recover the cities costs? Mr. Pires replied there are
incremental build outs at Public Works and Park buildings as well as already being
connected to major city buildings and school. One opportunity identified by the
consultant was if we build to the third water tower, we could approach wireless providers
about leasing our fiber for them to use for the backhaul to their antennas.
Commissioner Dworsky said that sounds appealing, and asked how to get this going, how
to send it to the City Council? Mr. Pires replied TAC could support recommendations
from the consultant, which would include extension of fiber to those locations.
It was moved by Commissioner Dworsky, seconded by Commissioner Keeler, that City
Council proceed with the recommendations as proposed by CTC in the report, “Building
on Fiber Success: A Strategy for Enhancing Broadband in St. Louis Park.” The motion
passed 6-0.
Chair Peterson said he was surprised at the depth of the study, and I’m anxious to see the
City Council’s reaction to it.
B. Grand Stadium
Mr. Dunlap stated when this was last discussed, they left the Commission’s options open.
There isn’t a lot of support from other communities to sign an agreement with Grand Stadium.
Commissioner Peterson asked if there had been new proposals? Mr. Dunlap replied he
hadn’t contacted them, only a few cities signed the contract.
Commissioner Theobald said there wasn’t any compelling reason to consider this.
It was moved by Commissioner Theobald, seconded by Commissioner Hoffman, to table
this item to a meeting in May, 2013. The motion passed 6-0.
7. Reports
A. Complaints
Chair Peterson noted there weren’t too many issues, mostly customer service and pricing.
Mr. Dunlap noted in December he would provide a chart categorizing complaints and
billing issues were the most common complaints. Comcast staff will be invited to attend
the meeting.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 4g) Page 3
Subject: Telecommunications Commission Meeting Minutes of October 10, 2012
Commissioner Theobald asked if the customers making the complaints had been
satisfied? Mr. Dunlap replied one was left “hanging” and he would follow up. Typically
Comcast Escalation Team sends an email that the customer considers the case resolved.
Chair Peterson said that one was about non-Comcast people answering the telephone on
the weekends, and about the call to a service center in the Philippines that resulted in a
phishing call a while later. That was disturbing.
Mr. McHugh said the complaints were aberrations, or our phone would never stop
ringing.
B. NATOA Annual Conference
Mr. McHugh presented a PowerPoint presentation that he presented at the conference in
New Orleans. One of the other presenters was a librarian, who mentioned that libraries
are highly trusted organizations, even more than City Halls. The fiber study mentions
running fiber optic lines to the library, and we’re fortunate that our library is open 7 days
a week.
C. Future of Cable TV trends discussion
Mr. Dunlap said that franchise fees have not yet been affected by “cord-cutting,”
customers that retain broadband but cancel cable TV subscriptions. Comcast has been
leveraging ways of adding value to cable TV subscription, like the hundreds of free
movies on demand and free access to unprecedented online coverage of the summer
Olympic games.
8. Communication from the Chair
Commissioner Keeler reminded commissioners that MACTA had a new web site up and
the annual conference is November 14th.
9. Communications from City Staff
Mr. Dunlap noted the Park Update would return in early November with a new and
exciting look.
Karly Werner, Comcast, introduced herself and noted they would have staff present for
the December meeting. She discussed the Internet Essentials program offered for $9.99
for kids eligible for free and reduced lunch. They also have a new Xfinity experience
store that opened in Roseville last week that has demos of their services (home security,
3D TV’s, internet) and can do equipment swaps.
10. Adjournment
Commissioner Theobald made a motion, Commission Dworsky seconded to adjourn at
7:58. The motion passed.
Respectfully submitted by:
Amy L. Stegora-Peterson
Recording Secretary
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4h
OFFICIAL MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
NOVEMBER 7, 2012 – 6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Claudia Johnston-Madison, Robert Kramer,
Richard Person, Carl Robertson,
MEMBERS ABSENT: Lynne Carper, Dennis Morris, Larry Shapiro
STAFF PRESENT: Meg McMonigal, Gary Morrison, Julie Grove,
Nancy Sells
1. Call to Order – Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes of September 19, 2012
Commissioner Robertson made a motion to approve the minutes of September 19, 2012.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison seconded the motion, and the motion passed on a vote
of 4-0.
3. Public Hearings
A. Business Park Rezoning of 57 Properties
Location: Properties near Hwy. 7 and Louisiana Ave. S.
Wooddale Ave. S. and Beltline Blvd.
Applicant: City of St. Louis Park
Case No.: Case No. 12-29-Z
Meg McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor, presented the staff report. She stated
that the intent of the Business Park Comprehensive Land Use Guide and Zoning
Designation is to increase the number of jobs per acre, maintain business employment
areas within St. Louis Park, and allow for redevelopment in accordance with current
market trends for office and related business activities.
Julie Grove, Economic Development and Planning Assistant, spoke about the public
process. Several meetings were held with property owners in 2009 when the
Comprehensive Plan designation was changed. A series of open houses were held in the
summer of 2012 regarding the rezoning to Business Park. Several neighborhood
representatives also attended the open houses. The recent public hearing notice was sent
to specific property owners and to all properties within 350 feet of parcels proposed for
rezoning. Ms. Grove said staff also met separately with any property owner requesting a
meeting. Correspondence also occurred between city staff and several property owners.
Ms. McMonigal stated that in meetings with property owners there was the opportunity to
thoroughly review the Business Park zoning. She said most of the property owners staff
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met with would like the property rezoned. Three owners, identified in the staff report,
do not want their properties rezoned.
Ms. McMonigal reviewed the proposed district. She explained that most of the 57
properties are in the older industrial areas and areas that are near future transit stations for
light rail transit. She said a great deal of time went into developing the idea of the
district, including the Industrial Study which was done in 2005, and from requests for a
variety of uses from property owners.
Chairperson Kramer asked about the immediate effect on some of the properties which
would be rezoned.
Ms. McMonigal explained that all of the properties are zoned General Industrial or
Industrial Park. They can continue any uses under those zoning districts for as long as
they like. If they discontinue them for a year, they can’t reuse the buildings for those
uses that are no longer permitted in the Business Park District. In addition to common
uses allowed in industrial areas and Business Park there are a few more uses allowed in
the Business Park areas. It opens it up to more office, more retail, and service uses. Ms.
McMonigal concluded by saying it is a step in that direction, not a wholesale change.
Chairperson Kramer asked about one year’s lapse and the non-conformity rule.
Gary Morrison, Assistant Zoning Administrator, stated that after one year’s lapse the
non-conformity technically goes away. If the use becomes less intense, it can’t
necessarily go back to increasing the non-conformity. The City usually accommodates
or works with property works in this situation and it hasn’t been a problem in the past.
Commissioner Robertson asked why the zoning should be changed on the three
properties whose owner’s wish to opt out.
Ms. McMonigal responded that the city is trying to accommodate future land uses and
move towards a certain direction. If the properties continue or expand industrial or heavy
truck uses then it will be a longer period before they turn over.
Chairperson Kramer opened the public hearing.
Mark Saliterman, 4725, 4301 and 3113 Lynn Ave. S., said he requested that his
properties not be included in the rezoning. He commented that the rezoning has been
discussed for a long time. He said the Industrial Study is five years old and a lot has
changed in the economic world. He said the office market is probably the worst market
in real estate now. Mr. Saliterman said at one of the open houses he asked why a
rezoning was proposed. The response was to reduce truck traffic and to have people
travel by light rail and work in office buildings right there. When he asked who would
build office in this market he was told this was a project for the long term. He said to
force people to change to an office environment when it’s the worst environment out
there doesn’t make any sense. He spoke about multi-tenant situations. He has 15-20
different occupants in one building. If one goes vacant for one year it would affect the
entire building. He’d have a 10,000 sq. ft. warehouse in the middle of a complex which
can no longer be used for warehousing. Mr. Saliterman said when he asked staff at the
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open house where workers would eat and shop if they traveled by light rail he was told
there would be small commissaries in office buildings. He said he made his feelings
known to staff and then wrote a letter to the Mayor.
Mr. Saliterman spoke about the desire for less truck traffic. He noted that the city just
approved a huge expansion for NordicWare which has an enormous amount of truck
traffic. He said the trucks aren’t coming from his corridor, they are coming from
NordicWare. He said the high end office which would be built probably wouldn’t have
workers using light rail, which would result in more car traffic.
Mr. Saliterman stated that over the years he’s been buying properties to redevelop. The
proposed rezoning would stop the redevelopment that owners are already implementing.
He said opting out might be a good thing. Mixed use might be a good thing. He
suggested something other than office, medical and light industrial would be good. He
stated that with rezoning, the values of properties will drop dramatically as the options
for the new buyer will be limited. He said the city is confining this too much and thinks
the rezoning needs to be reconsidered, at least in his area.
Don Kasbohm, 5605 W. 36th St., said he recently acquired the former McGarvey Coffee
site at 5725 State Hwy. 7. He said the economy is currently very strange. He said he’s
had 3,000 sq. ft. vacant at his office building for two years. There is currently too much
office space for the market. He said the McGarvey site is a logical place for an apartment
building. It’s not appropriate for medical office or restaurant. Building office buildings
doesn’t bring jobs. Industrial is better right now for keeping jobs. Mr. Kasbohm said he
strongly hopes that he can opt out of the rezoning as his property value will drop, and he
just bought the property.
Ben Smith, 5100 W. 35th St., said his building is very solid and not obsolete. He said he
commends the staff and has been extremely impressed over the years with the business
acumen and workability of the staff to get things done. He said approximately five years
ago he met with staff about his building and the industrial park and was told because of
the limited amount of industrial space within St. Louis Park, that segment and his
building in particular would remain industrial He spent $2.5 million on an addition along
with refurbishing his building and leased it to American Tire. It has been a very
successful business and the building has a lot of economic value. Mr. Smith said he
would have appreciated knowing about the rezoning before he put a lot of money into his
building. He said the economic hardship would be catastrophic to him since he just put
on a $5 million loan for the expansion and renovation. Mr. Smith said Ms. McMonigal
stated that opting out delays the properties from conforming into new zoning which tells
him that the city doesn’t like his new building. He said he would have liked to know that
five years ago when he expanded. He said it is a viable building. It has been completely
refurbished.
Mr. Smith said he has had several meetings with staff, including meeting with Adam
Fulton, Planner. He said Mr. Fulton stated in no uncertain terms that his building would
not conform to any of the uses proposed and very likely he would be able to voluntarily
enter the zoning at a time when the building does fit. Mr. Smith said another property
owner, Dick Nelson, 3501 State Hwy. 100, was told the same thing five years ago. Mr.
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Nelson asked Mr. Smith to pass this information on as he could not attend the public
hearing.
Mr. Smith concluded by saying there is nothing wrong with opting out, and it is a
reasonable alternative, especially if the alternative would diminish the building’s value.
He remarked that NordicWare which has a very large building, lots of truck traffic, and
dock screening was not included in the rezoning. He remarked that a City owned lot
directly north of his building is being used as a car impound lot. It is not a sightly use,
and it isn’t included in the rezoning. He encouraged the Commission to take their time
on this issue and listen to the concerns of property owners.
Mr. Kasbohm said the idea of Business Park is not a bad idea. He said the one thing all
his commercial advisors told him about his property, the former McGarvey Coffee site, is
that the site is an island. There is no synergy. The Business Park zone does not work for
his site at all.
Chairperson Kramer closed the hearing as there was no one else present wishing to speak.
Chairperson Kramer asked why the NordicWare building was not included in Business
Park.
Ms. McMonigal responded NordicWare is not included in the proposed Business Park
District because it is a large manufacturing company and without a wholesale change it
will remain there for a very long time.
Commissioner Robertson said Business Park includes 12 different permitted uses, not just
office. It includes 9 other uses permitted with conditions, and more with a Planned Unit
Development. He said he thinks the three property owners mentioned in the staff report
provide good arguments for opting out. He said one is a lone property, and the other two
are on the very edge of the business park. Leaving them as they are wouldn’t disrupt the
feel of the rest of the Business Park. Commissioner Robertson said he’d like to move
ahead on the rezoning and allow the three properties to opt out. He said he thought Mr.
Saliterman’s properties were appropriate for Business Park.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison said the Commission has spent a considerable amount
of time discussing Business Park zoning. She said she has always liked the idea of
Business Park. She said she agrees with Commissioner Robertson’s remarks about the
three properties being able to opt out. She said the city needs to be careful with the
properties on the south side of Hwy. 7. Those property owners should also be allowed to
opt out.
Commissioner Person said he agreed with the comments made about opting out for the
three properties mentioned in the staff report.
Chairperson Kramer said if a blighted area, desperate for change, was being discussed he
would support Business Park rezoning. He said he is bothered about the proposed
changes. There may be other property owners who didn’t understand about opting out.
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Commissioner Robertson said he trusted the notification process. He said he has talked
to a number of owners in the area who are encouraged and behind the whole process.
Commissioner Robertson made a motion recommending approval of the rezoning of the
properties with the exception of those mentioned in the staff report who have requested to
opt out. Commissioner Johnston-Madison seconded the motion.
The Chair reopened the public hearing.
Mr. Smith requested that the motion specifically identify his property and the other three
properties mentioned, and perhaps the Saliterman properties.
Commissioner Robertson said the staff report is a public document and is referenced in
the motion.
Martha Arneson, representing the property at 4601 Hwy. 7, said she has not officially
decided about opting out. She said there may be other property owners who weren’t
aware of this option.
Ms. McMonigal said staff can go over all the properties and officially talk to them a little
bit further. A number of meetings were held when the Comprehensive Plan designation
was changed. Two meetings were held this summer and two notices were sent to all
property owners and staff has talked to many, many of the property owners. That
information can be documented and put together and staff will continue contacting
owners a little further. She said perhaps the phrase “opting out” shouldn’t have been
used. What is being proposed is a rezoning of several properties. The public hearing
process is held to determine if the properties should be rezoned.
Marv Dean, said he purchased 3200 Lynn Ave. S., formerly Superior Manufacturing, in
mid-September. He said he did not know about the proposed rezoning. He said staff
would not have known to contact him as he is a new owner.
The Chair closed the public hearing.
Chair Kramer said he opposed moving forward with the request.
The motion passed on a vote of 3-1 (Kramer opposed).
Ms. McMonigal said staff would recontact property owners again before the request goes
before the City Council.
4. Other Business
None
5. Communications
Ms. McMonigal said the Nov. 21 meeting is canceled.
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6. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 7:12 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy Sells
Administrative Secretary
Community Development Dept.
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 4i
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Vendor Claims
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to accept for filing Vendor Claims for the period December 7 through December 28,
2012.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
BACKGROUND:
The Finance Department prepares this report on a monthly basis for Council’s review.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
None.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Vendor Claims
Prepared by: Connie Neubeck, Account Clerk
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
320.63 FABRICATION OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES 3M
320.63
1,620.00 ZONING ZONING/SUBDIVISION 9920 HOTELS LLC
1,620.00
264.93 TREE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES A-1 OUTDOOR POWER INC
427.23 WESTWOOD G & A SMALL TOOLS
692.16
202.02 ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR ABERNATHY, LISA
202.02
148.30 WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES ABLE HOSE & RUBBER INC
148.30
30.27 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY ABM EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY INC
2,747.95 SEWER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
2,778.22
16,134.02 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ABM JANITORIAL SERVICES
16,134.02
56.65 OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES AIRGAS NORTH CENTRAL
56.65
5,725.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW ALPHA INVESTMENT GROUP LLC
5,725.00
689.48- STREET CAPITAL PROJ BAL SHEET RETAINED PERCENTAGE AMES CONSTRUCTION
27,579.18 CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
26,889.70
1,709.78 SUPPORT SERVICES G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES ANCHOR PAPER CO
1,709.78
152.01 INSTALLATION OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES ANDERSEN INC, EARL
67.17 SKATING RINK MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
219.18
350.75 UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS ANDERSEN, NORMAN
350.75
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
720.12 BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES APACHE GROUP OF MINNESOTA
720.12
192.90 DARE PROGRAM OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES AQUILA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
192.90
828.74 GENERAL CUSTODIAL DUTIES OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ARAMARK UNIFORM CORP ACCTS
828.74
160.00 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ARROW LIFT
160.00
2,311.00 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE ASPEN EQUIPMENT CO
2,311.00
400.00 INSPECTIONS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA BUILD
400.00
246.72 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT AT&T MOBILITY
246.72
65.79 GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE AUTOMOBILE SERVICE
65.79
122.90 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES BATTERIES PLUS
105.80 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
228.70
128.22 GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES BATTERIES R US
128.22
327.54 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI BEACON ATHLETICS
327.54
5,177.80 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI BECKER ARENA PRODUCTS
339.86 UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
5,517.66
124.87 ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR BIRNO, RICK
124.87
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
4,448.30 REILLY BUDGET OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES BLOOMINGTON, CITY OF
4,448.30
405.11 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES BOBIER, HEIDI
405.11
60.00 UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS BOHN WELDING INC
60.00
71.90- POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES BOUND TREE MEDICAL, LLC
458.52 POLICE G & A SUBSISTENCE SUPPLIES
386.62
2,142.25 CE MATERIALS TESTING IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION
2,142.25
25,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW BRENNER, ANDREW
25,000.00
280.50 SOFTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES BRIGGS, AMY
280.50
141.43 GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE C&E AUTO UPHOLSTERY
141.43
12,501.00 OPERATIONS CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY CALGON CARBON CORP
12,501.00
741.00 OPERATIONS RADIO COMMUNICATIONS CALHOUN TOWERS APTS
741.00
6,518.06 ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL SERVICES CAMPBELL KNUTSON PROF ASSOC
30.00 CABLE TV G & A LEGAL SERVICES
1,765.80 STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
30.00 WATER UTILITY G&A LEGAL SERVICES
750.00 REILLY G & A LEGAL SERVICES
9,093.86
1,144.92- GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET RETAINED PERCENTAGE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY
10,512.16 RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
9,367.24
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
212.50 GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES CARLSON, MICHELLE
212.50
635.91 IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE CARTRIDGE CARE
635.91
510.01 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT CDW GOVERNMENT INC
510.01
816.47 DISCOUNT LOAN PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES CENTER ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
816.47
1,198.49 FACILITY OPERATIONS HEATING GAS CENTERPOINT ENERGY
537.62 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A HEATING GAS
97.05 WESTWOOD G & A HEATING GAS
122.02 NATURALIST PROGRAMMER HEATING GAS
4,524.76 WATER UTILITY G&A HEATING GAS
155.09 REILLY G & A HEATING GAS
110.99 SEWER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
74.84 SEWER UTILITY G&A HEATING GAS
6,820.86
46.37 E-911 PROGRAM TELEPHONE CENTURY LINK
280.85 CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC. TELEPHONE
327.22
111.47 FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES CINTAS CORPORATION
43.10 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
197.06 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
351.63
57.49 WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE CITIZENS INDEPENDENT BANK
57.49
18,745.70 ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL SERVICES COLICH & ASSOCIATES
18,745.70
4.51 BUILDING MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE COMCAST
81.90 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
213.31 SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
299.72
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
773.65 PATCHING-PERMANENT OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES COMMERCIAL ASPHALT COMPANY
773.65
245.57 STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI COMMISSIONER OF TRANSPORTATION
245.57
651.08 EMERGENCY REPAIR GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES COMMUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP S
651.08
900.00 ADMINISTRATION G & A TRAINING CONFLICT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
900.00
74.93 SUPPORT SERVICES G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES CROWN MARKING INC
74.93
200.00 GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES CRUMP, JANINE
200.00
197.11 POLICE G & A SUBSISTENCE SUPPLIES CUB FOODS
51.63 POLICE G & A TRAINING
248.74
861.16 GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE CUMMINS NPOWER LLC
95,946.27 MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
96,807.43
727.36 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES DAKOTA SUPPLY GROUP
727.36
980.85 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES DALCO ENTERPRISES INC
387.78 REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,368.63
63.55 WATER UTILITY G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES DAY-TIMERS INC
63.55
857.00 OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES DE PAUL LETTERING
857.00
433.60 OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES DELTA MEDICAL SUPPLY GROUP INC
433.60
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
4,024.29 INSPECTIONS G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS DEPT LABOR & INDUSTRY
4,024.29
293.35 ENTERPRISE G & A ADVERTISING DEX MEDIA EAST LLC
293.35
40.99 SANDING/SALTING EQUIPMENT PARTS DISCOUNT STEEL INC
40.99
4,700.00 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES DJ ELECTRIC SERVICES INC
4,700.00
250.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW DUDLEY, BRIAN
250.00
200.00 PARK EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ELECTRIC PUMP INC
200.00
1,157.07 GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE EMERGENCY APPARATUS MTNCE
1,157.07
450.00 ADMINISTRATION G & A TRAINING EMPLOYEE STRATEGIES INC
450.00
1,100.00 INSPECTIONS G & A ELECTRICAL ENHANCED HOME SYSTEMS
1,100.00
450.00 RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI EVERGREEN LAND SERVICES CO
450.00
417.29 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY FACTORY MOTOR PARTS CO
89.71 GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
507.00
129.88 INSTALLATION OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES FASTENAL COMPANY
35.60 SKATING RINK MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
165.48
1,926.85 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE FERGUSON WATERWORKS
1,926.85
249.90 ICE RESURFACER MOTOR FUELS FERRELLGAS
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
249.90
140.01 OPERATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES FIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALTIES INC
140.01
1,710.30 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI FLOYD TOTAL SECURITY
1,710.30
299.76 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY FORCE AMERICA INC
299.76
300.00 MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI FORECAST PUBLIC ART
300.00
1,500.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW FORTIER, ZACHARY
1,500.00
1,264.80 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOTH INFRASTRUCTURE & ENVIRONM
1,264.80
2,648.93 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS FRAUENSHUH COMPANIES
2,648.93
48.79 AQUATIC PARK MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES GENERAL PARTS INC
48.79
4,165.44 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S LONG TERM CARE INSUR GLTC PREMIUM PAYMENTS
4,165.44
497.45 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC
497.45
368.72 GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE GRAFIX SHOPPE
368.72
98.24 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES GRAINGER INC, WW
55.68 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY
169.88 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
15.77 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
339.57
90.00 POLICE G & A REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS GRAISIN, S
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
90.00
2,682.01 WIRING REPAIR OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES GRANITE LEDGE ELECTRICAL CONTR
2,682.01
361,425.07 GREENSBORO HIA OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES GREENSBORO CONDOMINIUM OWNERS
361,425.07
4,000.00 STORM WATER UTILITY G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS HAMLINE UNIVERSITY
4,000.00
4,949.32- STREET CAPITAL PROJ BAL SHEET RETAINED PERCENTAGE HARDRIVES INC
98,986.32 CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
94,037.00
507.66 ARENA MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE HAWK PERFORMANCE SPECIALTIES
507.66
3,747.69 WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES HAWKINS INC
3,747.69
1,907.76 POLICE G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE HENNEPIN COUNTY INFO TECH
703.90 OPERATIONS RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
201.86 OPERATIONS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
2,813.52
2,103.32 GENERAL FUND G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES HENNEPIN COUNTY TREASURER
100.52 ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,805.66 ADMINISTRATION G & A POSTAGE
1,068.76 IT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
1,681.63 POLICE G & A SUBSISTENCE SERVICE
561.00 PARK AND REC G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
8,894.08 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
202.73 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
66.00 2010B GO REF (03) DEBT SER G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
119.00 2010D FIRE STAT DEBT SERV G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
63.00 2005A GO IMPROVEMENT BOND G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
106.00 PARK IMPROVEMENT G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,223.52 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,223.52 SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
4,447.04 STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
26.00 EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
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142.00 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
25,833.78
150.00 GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES HERMANN, GREG
150.00
406.59 WATER UTILITY G&A BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES HIRSHFIELDS
406.59
61.89 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES
85.07 SNOW PLOWING GENERAL SUPPLIES
185.03 SNOW PLOWING EQUIPMENT PARTS
66.73 SANDING/SALTING EQUIPMENT PARTS
147.78 DAMAGE REPAIR SMALL TOOLS
42.69 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
274.57 SKATING RINK MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
171.69 REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
42.21 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
36.18 WATER UTILITY G&A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
35.09 SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
32.08 STORM WATER UTILITY G&A SMALL TOOLS
1,181.01
4,082.38 UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS HOPKINS AUTO BODY INC
4,082.38
600.00 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT POLICE EQUIPMENT HRGREEN
600.00
26.48 WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES HSBC BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
26.48
1,685.10 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNION DUES I.U.O.E. LOCAL NO 49
1,685.10
75.00 OPERATIONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS IAAI
75.00
102.00 INSPECTIONS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS IAEI
102.00
125.00 OPERATIONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS ICC
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
5,740.00 INSPECTIONS G & A TRAINING
537.64 MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
6,402.64
25.00 ARENA MAINTENANCE SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS ICE SKATING INST AMERICA
25.00
475.00 HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT IFP TEST SERVICES
475.00
1,118.18 MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES IMPACT PROVEN SOLUTIONS
528.94 WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
528.94 SEWER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
184.96 SOLID WASTE G&A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
528.94 SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS POSTAGE
528.93 STORM WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
3,418.89
95.09 IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES INDELCO
95.09
4,983.34 IT G & A TELEPHONE INTEGRA TELECOM
4,983.34
204.49 SKATING RINK MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES INTL SECURITY PRODUCTS
204.49
363.62 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY INVER GROVE FORD
363.62
46.80 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY I-STATE TRUCK CENTER
46.80
276.00 ENGINEERING G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS ITE
276.00
1,879.36 EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A TUITION JASMER, JERRY
1,879.36
7.27 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES JERRY'S HARDWARE
11.23 GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
48.06 WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
66.56
300.00 WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES JM CONSULTING LTD
300.00
2,300.00 HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT JOBSINMINNEAPOLIS.COM
2,300.00
2,345.00 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE JOE'S SEWER SERVICE INC
2,345.00
26.13 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY JOHN HENRY FOSTER MN
26.13
4,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW JOHNSON, BARRON
4,000.00
162.50 GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES JOHNSON, JERRY
162.50
164.00 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES KARCHER-RAMOS, AMBER
164.00
2,915.71- GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET RETAINED PERCENTAGE KASSA CONSTRUCTION, RON
58,314.24 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
578.81- PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT B/S RETAINED PERCENTAGE
11,576.20 CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
1,051.73- STORM WATER UTILITY BAL SHEET RETAINED PERCENTAGE
21,034.75 CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
86,378.94
553.84 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S WAGE GARNISHMENTS KELLER, JASMINE Z
553.84
275.50 ESCROWS ANDERSON BUILDERS KENNEDY & GRAVEN
207.50 ESCROWS
216.00 GREENSBORO HIA LEGAL SERVICES
5,606.86 GREENSBORO HIA BOND ISSUE COSTS
6,305.86
110.00 PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES KIDCREATE STUDIO
110.00
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
40,117.88 MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI KRECH, O'BRIEN, MUELLER & WASS
40,117.88
129.00 BLDG/GROUNDS OPS & MAINT BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES KRUGE-AIR INC
129.00
70.00 INSPECTIONS G & A LICENSES KUBE, CLARK
70.00
169.00 INSPECTIONS G & A ELECTRICAL L&R ELECTRIC
169.00
225.00 MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES LAFFIN ARCHITECTS INC, RICHARD
225.00
150.00 VOLLEYBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES LANG, LISA
150.00
10.27 HOUSING REHAB G & A MEETING EXPENSE LARSEN, KATHY
129.98 HOUSING REHAB G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
140.25
2,385.00 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNION DUES LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES
2,385.00
105,494.00 UNINSURED LOSS B/S PREPAID EXPENSES LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INSURANCE
105,494.00
282.63 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES LENTNER, LAURA
282.63
320.00 HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LEXIS NEXIS OCC HEALTH SOLUTIO
320.00
500.00 HUMAN RESOURCES ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT LISEC, TOM
500.00
42,547.67 IT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES LOGIS
11,472.00 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
54,019.67
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
55.00 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY LUBRICATION TECHNOLOGIES INC
55.00
220.66 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY LUPIENT CHEVROLET OF BLOOMINGT
220.66
288.21 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES MACGREGOR-HANNAH, MAREN
288.21
148.34 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY MACQUEEN EQUIP CO
148.34
100.00 INSPECTIONS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS MAHCO
100.00
734.40 FITNESS PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES MALONE, DANIEL
734.40
13,945.00 ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES MANAGEMENT PARTNERS
13,945.00
100.21 SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES MATHESON TRI-GAS INC
100.21
40.85 WESTWOOD G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR MCCONNELL, BECKY
40.85
51.04 SNOW PLOWING GENERAL SUPPLIES MENARDS
33.08 SANDING/SALTING EQUIPMENT PARTS
2.87 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
16.27 PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
136.56 BRICK HOUSE (1324) OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
136.56 WW RENTAL HOUSE (1322) OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
201.31 WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
577.69
684.00 VOLLEYBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES METRO VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS
684.00
22,389.45 INSPECTIONS G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
316,652.43 SEWER UTILITY G&A PREPAID EXPENSES
339,041.88
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
165.98 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY METROPOLITAN FORD OF EDEN PRAI
165.98
5,206.09 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT MID AMERICA BUSINESS SYSTEMS
5,206.09
538.88- PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT B/S RETAINED PERCENTAGE MIDWEST ASPHALT CORP
10,777.64 CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
50.82 STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
10,289.58
1,232.96 OPERATIONS FIRE PREVENTION SUPPLIES MIDWEST BADGE & NOVELTY CO
1,232.96
1,650.00 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES MIDWEST TESTING LLC
1,650.00
358.20 PAWN FEES OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES MINNEAPOLIS FINANCE DEPT
358.20
129.80 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S ACCRUED OTHER BENEFITS MINNESOTA BENEFIT ASSOC
129.80
475.00 OPERATIONS TRAINING MINNESOTA FIRE SVC CERT BD
475.00
16.00 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S ACCRUED OTHER BENEFITS MINNESOTA NCPERS LIFE INS
16.00
174.00 OPERATIONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS MINNESOTA STATE FIRE CHIEFS AS
174.00
92.32 SNOW PLOWING GENERAL SUPPLIES MINNESOTA WANNER COMPANY
125.27 SANDING/SALTING EQUIPMENT PARTS
217.59
100.00 REC CENTER BUILDING LICENSES MN DEPT LABOR & INDUSTRY
10.00 WATER UTILITY G&A LICENSES
110.00
64.50 WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES MN DNR LICENSE CENTER
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64.50
335.00 PUBLIC WORKS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS MNSPE
335.00
70.00 ADULT PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES MOELLER, STEEN
70.00
312.50 STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI MPCA
312.50
816.00 BASKETBALL SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS MRPA
816.00
581.93 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY MSC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO.
72.07 GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
654.00
515.00 REILLY BUDGET OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES MVTL LABORATORIES
515.00
69.00 WESTWOOD G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS NAI
69.00
621.80 REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES NALCO COMPANY
621.80
180.62 OPERATIONS SMALL TOOLS NAPA (GENUINE PARTS CO)
738.61 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY
37.62 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
639.22 GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
168.45 WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT PARTS
75.27 SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,839.79
1,237.55 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES NATL AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER CO
225.00 PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,462.55
75.00 OPERATIONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS NCEMSC
75.00
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
50.93 IT G & A BANK CHARGES/CREDIT CD FEES NELSON, SCOTT
50.93
800.00 BASKETBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES NESBITT, MELISSA
800.00
24,732.00 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT NEXGEN UTILITY MANAGEMENT
24,732.00
500.00 POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES OAK KNOLL ANIMAL HOSPITAL
500.00
309.94 SWEEPING EQUIPMENT PARTS ODM COMPANY
309.94
187.40 ADMINISTRATION G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES OFFICE DEPOT
23.37 HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE SUPPLIES
148.60 SUPPORT SERVICES G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
148.56 FINANCE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
307.95 POLICE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
242.51 PUBLIC WORKS G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
55.51 ORGANIZED REC G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
67.67 WESTWOOD G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
63.08 WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,244.65
3,043.04 INSPECTIONS G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES OFFICE TEAM
3,043.04
8.47- PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH DUE TO OTHER GOVTS OMAHA PAPER COMPANY INC
131.73 PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
123.26
192.00 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES OSDOBA, KATIE
192.00
5,445.18 TREE DISEASE PUBLIC CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE OSTVIG TREE INC
5,445.18
3,214.19 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS PARK NICOLLET HEALTH SERVICES
3,214.19
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
1,545.00 NEIGHBORHOOD PUBLIC ART OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES PARK THEATER COMPANY
1,545.00
200.00 SPECIAL EVENTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES PARKTACULAR
200.00
181.69 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES PARR, MELISSA
181.69
36,223.00 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES PCI ROADS
36,223.00
1,233.66 HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT PDI NINTH HOUSE
1,233.66
50.96 POLICE G & A MEETING EXPENSE PETTY CASH
15.01 OPERATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES
18.46 SAFETY SERVICES MEETING EXPENSE
22.50 ENGINEERING G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
54.09 ENGINEERING G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
20.00 ENGINEERING G & A MEETING EXPENSE
200.00 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH PETTY
16.00 STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
47.58 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
444.60
120.63 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY PIRTEK PLYMOUTH
120.63
362.70 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A TELEPHONE POPP.COM INC
362.70
90.00 PATROL LICENSES POST BOARD
90.00
2,421.79 TREE DISEASE PUBLIC CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE PRECISION LANDSCAPE & TREE
2,421.79
5,188.96 UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS PREMIER FLEET SERVICES
5,188.96
72.00 ARENA MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE PRINTERS SERVICE INC
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
72.00
6,625.00 POLICE & FIRE PENSION G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PSC ALLIANCE INC
6,625.00
912.71 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY PUMP & METER SERVICE
912.71
1,455.00 WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE Q3 CONTRACTING
2,604.00 STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
4,059.00
13,500.00 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI QUARVE-PETERSON INC, JULEE
13,500.00
206.60 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A POSTAGE QUICKSILVER EXPRESS COURIER
206.60
10,200.00 ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RAPP LLC, CRAIG
10,200.00
2,500.00 ESCROWS DEMO / BROOKSIDE TRAFFIC RAPPORT, ROBERT
2,500.00
5,498.56 COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES REACH FOR RESOURCES INC
5,498.56
4,868.37 SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS OTHER REHRIG PACIFIC CO
4,868.37
638.04 PARK GROUNDS MAINTENANCE LANDSCAPING SERVICE REINDERS INC
638.04
1,205.00 FOOTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES REVOLUTIONARY SPORTS LLC
1,205.00
154.69 IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE RICOH USA INC
154.69
17.80 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY RIGID HITCH INC
17.80
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
203.05 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY RMS RENTALS
203.05
2,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW ROMERA, CLAIRE & ANTONIO
2,000.00
308.25 ORGANIZED REC G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR ROSA, NATE
308.25
12,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW SADE LLC
12,000.00
307.86 OPERATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES SAM'S CLUB
90.60 WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
398.46
147.48 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS GENERAL SUPPLIES SANDUM, KATHERINE
1,041.61 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,189.09
196.00 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES SAURER, MARTI
196.00
132.06 HUMAN RESOURCES RECOGNITION SCHAAKE COMPANY, AJ
132.06
376.15 PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES SCHERER BROS. LUMBER CO.
376.15
56.53 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES SCHMIDT, KELLIE
56.53
186,313.37 CE INSPECTION IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI SEH
5,875.36 SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
192,188.73
5,376.00 BASKETBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES SHAWN, JACK
5,376.00
147.33 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI SHERWIN WILLIAMS
147.33
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
10.00 ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SHRED-IT USA MINNEAPOLIS
10.00 FINANCE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
50.00 POLICE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
10.00 INSPECTIONS G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
10.00 PARK AND REC G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
90.00
83.36 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES SIGN PRODUCERS INC
83.36
350.79 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES SIMPLEXGRINNELL LP
350.79
1,120.00 CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS ZONING/SUBDIVISION SIMPLY SELF STORAGE
1,120.00
1,430.04 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNION DUES SLP ASSOC OF FIREFIGHTERS #993
1,430.04
166.01- PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH DUE TO OTHER GOVTS SNOWGROOMERS.NET
2,580.65 WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
2,414.64
2,340.00 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SOURCE WATER SOLUTIONS LLC
2,340.00
45.80 INSPECTIONS G & A ELECTRICAL SOUTH SIDE ELECTRIC
45.80
10,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW SPEARS, TOM
10,000.00
46.69 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY SPS COMPANIES INC
46.69
11,110.06 CE INSPECTION IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC
5,565.80 CONSTRUCTION PAYMENTS IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
16,675.86
315.28 TREE DISEASE PRIVATE CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE ST CROIX TREE SERVICE INC
315.28
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
1,620.12 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY STONEBROOKE EQUIPMENT INC
1,620.12
872.45 POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES STREICHER'S
22.73 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY
895.18
19.22 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY SUBURBAN GM PARTS
19.22
2,400.00 PE DESIGN IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI SUMMIT ENVIROSOLUTIONS INC
2,400.00
250.00 PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES SUMMIT FIRE PROTECTION
250.00
104.92 ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL NOTICES SUN NEWSPAPERS
68.94 HOUSING REHAB G & A LEGAL NOTICES
35.97 PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT G&A LEGAL NOTICES
209.83
6.74- GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET DUE TO OTHER GOVTS TASER INTERNATIONAL
104.79 POLICE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
98.05
225.00 MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES TEA2
225.00
15.48 ADMINISTRATION G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES TELELANGUAGE INC
15.48
46.33 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES TERMINAL SUPPLY CO
46.33
42.66 ADMINISTRATION G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY THE HARTFORD - PRIORITY ACCOUN
51.90 HUMAN RESOURCES LONG TERM DISABILITY
15.51 COMM & MARKETING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
47.44 IT G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
33.10 ASSESSING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
64.49 FINANCE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
106.70 COMM DEV G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
113.80 POLICE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
55.24 OPERATIONS LONG TERM DISABILITY
54.34 INSPECTIONS G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
40.99 PUBLIC WORKS G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
70.77 ENGINEERING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
19.25 PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
65.00 ORGANIZED REC G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
19.25 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
16.05 ENVIRONMENTAL G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
16.05 WESTWOOD G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
12.99 REC CENTER/AQUATIC PARK SAL LONG TERM DISABILITY
16.51 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
15.60 HOUSING REHAB G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
19.25 WATER UTILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
1,936.81 EMPLOYEE FLEX SPEND G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
2,833.70
58.45 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES THOMPSON, HOLLY
58.45
200.00 GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES TICHY, ERIC & KATHERINE
200.00
627.50 ADMINISTRATION G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETARIAL
627.50
77.77 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TKDA
11,281.27 PE INVEST/REVIEW/PER IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
11,359.04
350.00 UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS TOWN & COUNTRY FENCE INC
350.00
5,385.39 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI TREE TRUST
5,385.39
33.90 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY TRI STATE BOBCAT
33.90
49.53 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY TRUCK UTILITIES MFG CO
49.53
96.90 INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES UGARTE, KATIE
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12/28/2012 - 12/8/2012
Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
96.90
302.00 OPERATIONS GENERAL SUPPLIES UHL CO INC
302.00
1,793.49 SUPERVISORY OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES UNIFORMS UNLIMITED (PD)
3,067.00 PATROL OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,009.75 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
5,870.24
1,888.64 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S WAGE GARNISHMENTS UNITED STATES TREASURY
1,888.64
480.00 EMPLOYEE FLEXIBLE SPENDING B/S UNITED WAY UNITED WAY OF MINNEAPOLIS AREA
480.00
742.74 SANDING/SALTING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES UNIVAR USA INC
742.74
1,200.00 INSPECTIONS G & A TRAINING UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
150.00 TRAINING SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
1,350.00
68.00 HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES US HEALTH WORKS MEDICAL GROUP
444.00 HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
512.00
2,739.54 GENERAL FUND G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES UTILITIES REDUCTION SPECIALIST
2,739.54
74.51 HUMAN RESOURCES CITE VAIL, LORI
74.51
53.18 SANDING/SALTING EQUIPMENT PARTS VARITECH INDUSTRIES INC
53.18
149.30 ENVIRONMENTAL G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR VAUGHAN, JIM
149.30
40.00 HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT VERIFIED CREDENTIALS
40.00
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Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
74.30 COMMUNICATIONS/GV REIMBURSEABL TELEPHONE VERIZON WIRELESS
74.30
420.00 REC CENTER BUILDING EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE VIKING AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER
420.00
125.47 PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES VIKING ELECTRIC SUPPLY
125.47
2,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW WACKER, BRIAN
2,000.00
2,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW WACKER, ROBERT & KAY
2,000.00
1,029.69 SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN
5,133.59 SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS MOTOR FUELS
60,435.60 SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
25,229.16 SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS YARD WASTE SERVICE
32,701.66 SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
25,398.87 SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL YARD WASTE SERVICE
149,928.57
795.96 GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES WAYTEK
795.96
300.00 MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES WEST METRO HOME REMODELING FAI
300.00
53.90 HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL SUPPLIES WEST PAYMENT CENTER
126.00 POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
179.90
163.39 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES WOODCRAFT
163.39
563.23 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES WRAP CITY GRAPHICS
105.81 PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
669.04
7,511.00 GENERAL BUILDING MAINTENANCE ELECTRIC SERVICE XCEL ENERGY
21.75 OPERATIONS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
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12/28/2012 - 12/8/2012
Vendor Amount Business Unit Object
28,072.40 PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
3,282.47 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
26.07 BRICK HOUSE (1324) ELECTRIC SERVICE
57.78 WW RENTAL HOUSE (1322) ELECTRIC SERVICE
407.22 WESTWOOD G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
13,794.50 ENTERPRISE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
22,157.83 WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
1,808.16 REILLY BUDGET ELECTRIC SERVICE
3,042.50 SEWER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
1,338.40 STORM WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
53.51 OPERATIONS ELECTRIC SERVICE
81,573.59
2,109.10- UNINSURED LOSS B/S RETAINED PERCENTAGE XTERIOR XPERTS
42,182.00 UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
40,072.90
1,000.00 ESCROWS PMC ESCROW YIM, MOLLY
1,000.00
24,045.65 PARK AND RECREATION BALANCE SH INVENTORY YOCUM OIL CO INC
24,045.65
190.87 PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES ZACKS INC
190.87 PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
190.86 WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
572.60
Report Totals 2,237,227.33
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Subject: Vendor Claims Page 26
Meeting: City Council
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Public Hearing Agenda Item: 6a
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: First Reading of Liquor Ordinance Amendment – Culinary Classes On-Sale License
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Mayor to close public hearing. Motion to Adopt First Reading
of Ordinance amendment to Chapter 3 of City Code concerning a culinary class on-sale liquor
license and to set second reading for January 22, 2013.
POLICY CONSIDERATION: Does the City Council wish to amend the city code to allow a
limited on-sale liquor license for culinary classes?
SUMMARY: Minnesota Statutes were amended in 2006 to allow for a limited on-sale liquor
license specifically for culinary classes, but a corresponding ordinance has not yet been
considered by the City. The City Clerk’s Office was recently approached by Byerly’s of St.
Louis Park requesting that Council enact this limited license so that they may serve a limited
amount of wine or intoxicating malt liquor to their class participants.
The Culinary Class Limited On-Sale Intoxicating License, per Minnesota Statutes § 340A.4041,
may be issued to a business establishment not otherwise eligible for an on-sale intoxicating
liquor license, and that, as part of its business, conducts culinary or cooking classes for which
payment is made by each participant or advance reservation required. All provisions of the liquor
ordinances would apply to this section, except that the licensee would not be required to obtain
liquor liability insurance.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION: Other cities have the following fee:
City License Fee
Duluth $205
Mankato $25
Minnetonka $100
Waconia $200
Based on this survey and the costs of providing administration and enforcement, staff
recommends an annual liquor license fee of $100.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Discussion
Proposed Ordinance
Proposed Resolution
Prepared by: Ray French, Administrative Services Intern
Reviewed by: Nancy Deno, Deputy City Manager/HR Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 6a) Page 2
Title: First Reading of Liquor Ordinance Amendment – Culinary Classes On-Sale License
DISCUSSION
BACKGROUND: Minnesota Statutes were amended in 2006 to allow for a limited on-sale
liquor license specifically for culinary classes. Due to the lack of demand in St. Louis Park,
amending the City’s ordinances for this license had not yet been considered.
The City Clerk’s Office was recently approached by the Byerly’s of St. Louis Park about the
possibility of adding this license to our liquor ordinances. Byerly’s has been previously granted
an on-sale intoxicating liquor license for their restaurant, and had served wine at their culinary
classes under that license. Due to the recent closing of their restaurant, they are no longer able to
serve wine at their classes. They have approached the City requesting that Council enact this
limited license so that the practice may resume.
The City Council was presented the topic of adding this license by written report at the
December 10, 2012 Study Session. Because of the lack of objections or concerns, staff is
proceeding with the presentation of this ordinance amendment.
PRESENT CONSIDERATIONS: The Culinary Class Limited On-Sale Intoxicating License,
per Minnesota Statutes § 340A.4041, may be issued to a business establishment not otherwise
eligible for an on-sale intoxicating liquor license, and that, as part of its business, conducts
culinary or cooking classes for which payment is made by each participant or advance
reservation required.
The license authorizes the licensee to furnish to each participant in each class, at no additional
cost to the participant, up to a maximum of six ounces of wine or 12 ounces of intoxicating malt
liquor, during and as part of the class, for consumption on the licensed premises only.
All provisions of the City’s liquor ordinances that apply to on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses
would apply to licenses issued under this section, except that Sec. 3-61 related to liability
insurance shall not apply, as prescribed in the enabling Statute. Other cities that have enacted this
license and granted licenses to qualified establishments have not reported any issues with
administration or enforcement.
NEXT STEPS: The proposed amendment to Section 3-57 of the city code would permit this
type of license to be granted by the City. If the first reading is adopted, the second reading will
be scheduled for January 22, 2013.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 6a) Page 3
Title: First Reading of Liquor Ordinance Amendment – Culinary Classes On-Sale License
ORDINANCE NO. ____-13
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE
ST. LOUIS PARK CODE OF ORDINANCES CONCERNING
A CULINARY CLASS ON-SALE LIQUOR LICENSE
THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK DOES ORDAIN:
SECTION 1. Chapter 3, Article II, Division 2, Section 3-57 of the City Code is hereby
amended by adding the underscored language:
Sec. 3-57. Classifications
The following types of licenses shall be issued under this division:
(15) Culinary class limited on-sale intoxicating license. Culinary class limited on-sale
intoxicating licenses may be issued to a business establishment not otherwise
eligible for an on-sale intoxicating liquor license and that, as part of its business,
conducts culinary or cooking classes for which payment is made by each
participant or advance reservation required. The license authorizes the licensee to
furnish to each participant in each class, at no additional cost to the participant, up
to a maximum of six ounces of wine or 12 ounces of intoxicating malt liquor,
during and as part of the class, for consumption on the licensed premises only. All
provisions of this Chapter that apply to on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses, other
than provisions inconsistent with this section, apply to licenses issued under this
section, except that Sec. 3-61 related to liability insurance shall not apply.
SECTION 2. This ordinance shall be deemed adopted and take effect fifteen days after its
publication.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council January 22, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest: Approved as to Form and Execution:
City Clerk City Attorney
Public Hearing/First Reading January 7, 2013
Second Reading January 22, 2013
Date of Publication January 31, 2013
Date Ordinance takes effect February 15, 2013
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 6a) Page 4
Title: First Reading of Liquor Ordinance Amendment – Culinary Classes On-Sale License
RESOLUTION NO. 13-_____
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 12-168
ADOPTING 2013 LIQUOR LICENSE FEES FOR THE
LICENSE TERM MARCH 1, 2013 – MARCH 1, 2014
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park as follows:
WHEREAS, St. Louis Park City Code Section 3-59 authorizes the City Council to
establish annual fees for liquor licenses by resolution in amounts no greater that those set forth in
M.S.A. Chapter 340A; and
WHEREAS, the City has adopted an ordinance authorizing a limited on-sale intoxicating
liquor license for culinary classes.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, that Resolution 12-168 is amended by adding the following fee:
Liquor License Type: 2013 Fee
Culinary Class Limited
On-Sale Liquor License $100
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 22, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 8a
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Dakota Park Ballfield Naming
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution approving the naming of the baseball field at Dakota Park as
“Derrick Keller Field”.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Given the policy adopted by the City Council for the naming of park facilities, does the City
Council wish to name the ballfield at Dakota Park in honor of Derrick Keller?
BACKGROUND:
A Park Facilities Naming Application was submitted by Patty Hoy, Laura Hynes and John Hynes
on September 7, 2012 requesting the name of the baseball field at Dakota Park to be dedicated
and named for a young resident, Derrick Keller. Derrick Keller passed away in June of 2012
after a long and hard fought battle with leukemia at 18 years of age. According to the application
and other information submitted to the City - As a citizen of St. Louis Park, Derrick spent many
hours at Dakota Park playing baseball with the St. Louis Park High School Baseball team, the St.
Louis Park Junior Legion and Senior Legion teams and the St. Louis Park Town Team. Derrick
also served the St. Louis Park Baseball Association as an umpire for the St. Louis Park home
teams. Derrick was a terrific baseball player; poised to play for Southwest Minnesota State
University in the spring of 2012. Derrick’s many coaches and teammates describe him as the
most dedicated and humble baseball player on their team. For such a young man, Derrick was of
remarkable character; revered by his fellow teammates and younger players who still hope to
emulate him. He shared his time and energy with them tirelessly. The young St. Louis Park
baseball players are still wearing their orange Derrick Keller bracelets and “DK” emblems on
their baseball uniforms. The High School Varsity Baseball players proudly wear “DK” on their hats.
According to the application, Derrick was a larger than life presence in the St. Louis Park
baseball community. His sense of humor and good nature were legendary among anyone who
met him and he had an infectious way of bringing a sense of fun wherever he was. He was
always ready to lend a hand with whatever needed to be done.
REVIEW AND RECOMMENDATION:
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission reviewed the application against the City’s Park
Facilities Naming policy. The Commission believes that this requests falls within the policy
guidelines except in one area. The policy states that an individual must have died two years
before a naming request will be considered. The Commission believes that the intent of this
guideline was to prevent requests immediately after the death of an individual while emotions are
still high. Upon reviewing the application and the circumstances surrounding it, the Commission
still has recommended approval of the naming of the ballfield even though the request is coming
prior to the two year waiting period.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8a) Page 2
Subject: Dakota Park Ballfield Naming
Staff also recommends approval of the naming and asks that Council recognize the contributions
of this resident to the youth in the community.
Staff, as well as the residents submitting the application, will be available at the Council meeting
to speak on this item.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
As a part of the naming of the ballfield, individual donations have been offered in the amount of
$18,000 and the St. Louis Park Dugout Club is accepting donations for a new scoreboard at
Dakota Park. The score board would recognize the field as Derrick Keller Field. The City has
budgeted money in the 2012 and 2013 CIP for improvements to this park. Although a new score
board is needed at the park, the City’s funding did not include funds for a scoreboard. The gift of
money would make the new scoreboard possible.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
This item falls within the City’s Vision: St. Louis Park is committed to being a connected and
engaged community, and specifically as it relates to increasing use of new and existing gathering
places and ensuring accessibility throughout the community;
Attachments: Resolution
Park Facilities Naming Policy
Prepared by: Stacy Voelker, Administrative Secretary
Reviewed by: Cindy Walsh, Parks and Recreation Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8a) Page 3
Subject: Dakota Park Ballfield Naming
RESOLUTION NO. 13-____
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE NAMING OF THE
BASEBALL FIELD AT DAKOTA PARK
AS DERRICK KELLER FIELD
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report related
to the naming of the baseball field at Dakota Park.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, that:
1. The naming of the baseball field at Dakota Park as Derrick Keller Field is hereby accepted.
2. The naming of the baseball field at Dakota Park as Derrick Keller Field is hereby established
and ordered.
3. The naming of the baseball field at Dakota Park as Derrick Keller Field as prepared and
submitted pursuant to the Parks, Park Trails and Park Facilities Naming Application under
the review of the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission is approved.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8a)Page 4
Subject: Dakota Park Ballfield Naming
POLICY FOR THE NAMING OF PARKS, TRAILS,
AND FACILITIES IN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
1. INTRODUCTION: Records of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission show
that over the last, approximately twenty-five (25) years the Commission and the City
have studied the issue of naming parks, park trails, and park facilities in the City of St.
Louis Park. While non-binding guidelines have been developed over the years to aid in
determining a name for a particular park, park trail, or park facility, it appears that there
has never been developed a comprehensive policy and set of procedures to be utilized by
the Commission and the City when naming parks, park trails, or park facilities. It is the
recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission that a formal process
for naming parks and park facilities in the City of St Louis Park be adopted by the City
Council.
2. CRITERIA: Previously, the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission and the City
had developed a list of guidelines for the naming of parks and park facilities in the City
of St Louis Park. The Commission recommends that those guidelines continue to be
utilized in the naming / renaming of parks and park facilities in the City of St Louis Park.
(See guidelines dated 12/19/77 and 5/13/91). A review of these guidelines can be divided
into the following general categories:
a. Contributor – an individual or organization who has contributed financially to the
acquisition and/or development of a park, park trail or park facility or who has
provided significant service to the community and/or City.
b. Location – a name that fits the neighborhood, street, or other characteristics of the
park or park facility locale.
c. Famous American – possible names would be President, Military Leaders, cabinet
members, Congresspersons or State Official. The Commission recommends that a
waiting period of two (2) years after the individual terminates public service be
observed before consideration in this category is given.
d. Occasion – a special event in history. Example: D-Day.
The Commission recommends that these general categories be included in any
information that is distributed to all requests and petitions for park facility
naming/renaming.
The Commission recommends that these guidelines be a permanent part of the procedure
for naming/renaming park facilities and that they remain in effect until changed at the
recommendation of the Commission with the approval of the St. Louis Park City Council.
The Commission recognizes that the final determination of all names for park facilities
must be made by the City Council.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8a) Page 5
Subject: Dakota Park Ballfield Naming
3. QUALIFYING EVENT: The Commission recommends that in order to eliminate the ad
hoc practice of determining whether a park facility should be named or renamed, one of
the following events should occur prior to initiating the naming/renaming of a park
facility:
a. Neighborhood Changes. If the neighborhood changes in nature either by
composition of the residents or the composition of the surrounding area. This
consideration should be made either as a result of a petition or by recommendation
of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.
b. Financial. If an individual or organization wishes to contribute a significant portion
of the cost of developing a park facility or area, the Commission may recommend
naming/renaming the park facility after the contributor.
c. Service to the Community. A park facility can be named/renamed for an individual
living or deceased who has significantly served the community above and beyond
the call of duty. In order to be considered for such an honor, the person should have
the following:
◊ Completed at least ten (10) years of service, and;
◊ A waiting period of at least two years from termination of service or two years
from the death of the individual, whichever occurs first.
In a situation where service to the community is demonstrated by an individual or
organization donating land adjacent to an existing park facility, this should be
considered if the total contribution of the donation is estimated to be at least half of
the value of the total existing park facility by fair and equitable professional
evaluation.
d. Memorials. An individual or organization may wish to recognize a deceased City
resident by means of a visible, physical item such as a plaque, living memorial or
art object displayed in a public recreation facility. The donor must provide for the
cost of the object plus installation cost. Future maintenance should be considered
as part of the installation cost. Specific plans for the object must be submitted in
advance of approval. The object and its location must be approved by the
Commission and the City Council. If the memorial is to be in the form of a plaque,
the size will not exceed 225 square inches. Other memorials will also be limited to
size and appropriateness of the object and location. The installation of these
memorials will be supervised by the appropriate City personnel.
e. Original Acquisition of Park Land. After a parcel is acquired the guidelines
previously utilized by the City of St Louis Park shall be used in naming the new
park facility. (See guidelines dated 12/19/77 and 5/13/91).
The Council is given the authority and discretion to make exceptions to the above-
mentioned qualifying events in special situations deemed appropriate by the Council.
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8a) Page 6
Subject: Dakota Park Ballfield Naming
4. FACILITIES WITHIN THE PARK: Facilities within a park may be named with
initiation of the naming of the facility as set forth in Section 3 (a-e) above. Examples of
such facilities may include, but not be limited to athletic fields; tennis courts; swimming
pools; ice arenas; golf courses; wildlife areas and buildings.
5. PROCESS FOR NAMING A PARK, TRAIL OR FACILITY;
Staff and the Commission have discussed the following process:
a. Resident or City Council member inquiry leads to staff sending out a form to
collect the information criteria or qualifying event.
b. Staff reviews the form and sends recommendations to the Parks and Recreation
Commission.
c. Parks and Recreation Commission reviews the request and makes a
recommendation to the City Council.
d. City Council reviews and passes a resolution naming or renaming the park, trail or
facility.
e. Staff puts up a park sign or plaque in the appropriate location.
Adopted by the City Council 12/6/99
Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 8b
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Conditional Use Permit for Life Time Fitness Parking Ramp – 5525 Cedar Lake Road
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution approving the excavation of approximately 5,900 cubic yards of
material, subject to conditions recommended by staff.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Is the material proposed to be removed being done in a manner that best minimizes the impacts
to adjacent properties and minimizes impacts on the roads?
BACKGROUND:
Description of Request:
Requested is a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to export approximately 5,900 cubic yards of
material. The material will be exported as part of the project to construct a four level, 380 space
parking ramp. City Code requires a CUP whenever more than 400 cubic yards of material is
exported.
Background:
Life Time Fitness purchased the health club
from Northwest Racquet and Swim Club in
2003. Since then, Life Time has completed
substantial remodel projects to the lobby, gym
and exercise areas, and Café. They also
reconstructed portions of the parking lot,
installed a new roof and replaced the dome
over the tennis courts with a permanent large
brick and mortar addition. In addition to the
remodeling projects, they completed extensive
work to the HVAC, plumbing and electrical
services throughout the building.
The site has always had insufficient parking
based on customer needs, even when the site
was owned by Northwest Racquet and Swim
Club. The conversion of the property to a
Life Time Fitness has increased the popularity
of the site, and resulted in a need for even
more parking. As a result, Life Time is proposing to construct a four level parking ramp with
380 parking spaces, which will require exporting 5,900 cubic yards of material. The ramp is
expected to provide the additional parking needed for its customers.
Site Location
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8b) Page 2
Subject: Conditional Use Permit for Life Time Fitness Parking Ramp – 5525 Cedar Lake Road
Project:
The City Public Works and Engineering Departments have reviewed and approved the plans.
Haul route:
The site is located in close proximity to
Highway 100 and 394. Therefore, the trucks
hauling the materials off of the site will use
Park Place Blvd, Parkdale Dr, and Cedar
Lake Rd to get to and from the site and these
highways. Life Time is expecting between
250 and 300 truckloads of material to be
hauled from the site.
Street Cleaning:
The applicant will be required to clean the
streets as needed and as directed by the City
Public Works Department. A financial
guarantee will be held by the City to ensure
the work is completed.
Construction Schedule:
City Code requires construction activity to
occur between the hours of 7am to 10pm Monday through Friday, and 9am to 10pm on
weekends and holidays. Work will begin in the spring of 2013.
Traffic Management:
The main customer access to the property is located on Cedar Lake Road, along the west
property line. This is also where the ramp is proposed to be located. Therefore, during
construction, Life Time is proposing to open a temporary customer access on Cedar Lake Road
approximately 200 feet to the east of the
existing access. They will use the existing
access for construction vehicles only.
The temporary customer access will be a
right-in/right-out only because of a median
in Cedar Lake Road. The median prevents
left turn movements into and out of the site.
Therefore, some customer traffic will shift to
the secondary customer access located on the
east side of the property. Life Time will
utilize signage to direct traffic to the
secondary access.
Parking:
There are currently 619 parking spaces on
the site. During construction, the site will
lose approximately 200 parking spaces.
Life Time will provide additional parking off-site to make up for the lost spaces.
Haul Route
Access
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8b) Page 3
Subject: Conditional Use Permit for Life Time Fitness Parking Ramp – 5525 Cedar Lake Road
Parking Ramp:
The parking ramp will be four levels, and contain 380 parking spaces. It will increase the
number of available parking spaces on the site from 619 spaces existing today, to 842 parking
spaces after the ramp is completed.
Architectural:
Exterior elevations of the proposed ramp are attached. The horizontal elements of the ramp will
have a brick veneer finish. The vertical columns will be colored concrete with a sand blasted
finish to provide a stucco like texture. The main pedestrian entrance to the ramp will be framed
on each side with a limestone column. Between the limestone columns will be a glass curtain
wall that extends to the top level. The stairs and elevator will be visible through the glass wall.
Lighting:
City Code has specific lighting requirements for parking ramps. The proposed ramp meets these
requirements. The interior of the ramp will be well lit, and the lighting on the top level meets the
height, screening and light levels required for parking ramps.
Landscaping:
The existing parking lot does not meet the landscaping requirements for parking lots; however,
the site will be brought into compliance as a result of this project. Life Time will install a hedge
along the edge of the parking lot facing Cedar Lake Road, plant trees in all parking lot islands,
and replace trees along the west property line.
The project will require the removal of 16 significant trees. The tree replacement requirements
will be satisfied by planting a total of 26 overstory trees, 9 ornamental trees, and 19 conifers.
Planning Commission Action:
The Planning Commission conducted the Public Hearing. Nobody was present to speak, so the
hearing was closed. Alan Young, representing the Cedar Pointe Shopping Center was in
attendance. He is working with Life Time Fitness on resolving parking concerns during
construction of the ramp. The Commission voted (5-0) to recommend approval of the
Conditional Use Permit with conditions.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Draft Resolution
Aerial
Site Plans and Building Elevations
Planning Commission Minutes
Prepared by: Gary Morrison, Assistant Zoning Administrator
Reviewed by: Meg McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor
Kevin Locke, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8b) Page 4
Subject: Conditional Use Permit for Life Time Fitness Parking Ramp – 5525 Cedar Lake Road
RESOLUTION NO. 13-____
A RESOLUTION GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT UNDER
SECTION 36-79 OF THE ST. LOUIS PARK ORDINANCE CODE
RELATING TO ZONING TO PERMIT THE EXCAVATION OF 5,900
CUBIC YARDS OF MATERIAL LOCATED AT 5525 CEDAR LAKE
ROAD
BE IT RESOLVED BY the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park:
Findings
1. Life Time Fitness has made application to the City Council for a Conditional Use
Permit under Section 36-79 of the St. Louis Park Ordinance Code for the purpose of excavating
approximately 5,900 cubic yards of material for the construction of a parking ramp within the
C-2 General Commercial District located at 5525 Cedar Lake Road for the legal description as
follows, to-wit:
That part of the East 460.00 feet of Government Lot 1, Section 9, Township 117
North, Range 21, West of the 5th Principal Meridian, Hennepin County,
Minnesota, Lying Northerly of the Burlington Northern, Inc. Right-of-way, which
lies Southerly of the Centerline of New County Road No. 16.
Also, that part of the West 40.00 feet of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest
Quarter of Section 31, Township 29 North, Range 24, West of the 4th Principal
Meridian, lying Northerly of the Burlington Northern, Inc. right-of-way, which
lies Southerly of the centerline of New County Road No. 16.
Also,
That part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 31,
Township 29, Range 24 lying Northerly of the Great Northern Railroad (now
Burlington Northern, Inc.) Right-of-Way and Southerly of the centerline of New
County Road No. 16, and which lies Easterly of a line 40.00 feet East measured at
right angles to and parallel with the West line of said Northwest Quarter of the
Northwest Quarter, according to the United States Government Survey thereof
and situated in Hennepin County, Minnesota, Except that part acquired by the
County of Hennepin in Deed Document No. 4517060, recorded in the office of
the Hennepin County Recorder.
2. The City Council has considered the advice and recommendation of the Planning
Commission (Case No. 12-31-CUP) and the effect of the proposed excavating on the health,
safety and welfare of the roadways and surrounding lands, existing and anticipated traffic
conditions, the effect on values of properties in the surrounding area, the effect of the use on
the Comprehensive Plan, and compliance with the intent of the Zoning Ordinance.
3. The Council has determined that the excavation will not be detrimental to the health,
safety, or general welfare of the community nor will it cause serious traffic congestion nor
hazards, nor will it seriously depreciate surrounding property values.
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4. The contents of Planning Case File 12-31-CUP are hereby entered into and made part of
the public hearing record and the record of decision for this case.
Conclusion
The Conditional Use Permit to permit the excavation of approximately 5,900 cubic yards of
material at the location described is granted based on the findings set forth above and subject to
the following conditions:
1. Prior to starting any site work, the following conditions shall be met:
a. Assent form and official exhibits must be signed by the applicant and owner.
b. All necessary permits must be obtained.
2. The applicant shall comply with the following conditions during construction:
a. All City noise ordinances shall be complied with, including that there be no construction
activity between the hours of 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM, Monday through Friday, and 10:00
PM and 9:00 AM, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays.
b. The site shall be kept free of dust and debris that could blow onto neighboring properties.
c. All trucks entering and exiting the site shall follow the approved truck route, which is
attached as an exhibit.
d. Public streets shall be maintained free of dirt and shall be cleaned as necessary.
e. The Zoning Administrator may impose additional conditions if it becomes necessary in
order to mitigate the impact of excavation on surrounding properties.
3. All new utilities shall be buried.
4. The turf area shall be irrigated.
5. A financial guarantee shall be submitted to restore the site, keep the streets clean, repair
damage to streets and sidewalks, and for landscaping.
6. In addition to any other remedies, the developer or owner shall pay an administrative fee of
$750 per violation of any condition of this approval.
7. Under the Zoning Ordinance Code, this permit shall be revoked and cancelled if the building
or structure for which the conditional use permit is granted is removed.
The City Clerk is instructed to record certified copies of this resolution in the Office of the
Hennepin County Register of Deeds or Registrar of Titles as the case may be.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk
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UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
DECEMBER 19, 2012 – 6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Lynne Carper, Claudia Johnston-Madison,
Dennis Morris, Richard Person, Larry Shapiro
MEMBERS ABSENT: Robert Kramer, Carl Robertson
STAFF PRESENT: Meg McMonigal, Gary Morrison, Nancy Sells
1. Call to Order – Roll Call
Vice-Chair Carper called the meeting to order.
2. Approval of Minutes of December 19, 2012
Vice-Chair Carper made a motion to approve the minutes of December 19, 2012.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison seconded the motion, and the motion passed on
a vote of 5-0.
3. Public Hearings
A. Conditional Use Permit for Excavation
Location: 5525 Cedar Lake Road
Applicant: Life Time Fitness
Case No.: 12-31-CUP
Gary Morrison, Assistant Zoning Administrator, presented the staff report. The
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is requested to export approximately 5,900 cubic
yards of material. The material will be exported as part of the project to construct
a four level, 380 space parking ramp. Mr. Morrison reviewed the proposed
conditions for the permit.
Vice-Chair Carper asked how many truckloads of material would be removed.
He also asked when hauling activities would commence.
Jeff Melby, VP of Development, Life Time Fitness, responded that hauling would
occur in early spring. There will be between 250 – 300 truckload trips required
for removing the material. Mr. Melby said they are hoping to break ground May
1st and to be finished with construction by September 1st.
Mr. Melby introduced Alan Young of Mid- America/Cedar Pt. Shopping Center
which is across the street from Life Time Fitness. He explained that some Life
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Time Fitness parking will be lost temporarily. Mr. Melby said he is in complete
agreement with Mr. Young that Life Time Fitness will continue to work
cooperatively with the shopping center on signage and patrol to minimize any
impact on the shopping center business.
Vice-Chair Carper opened the public hearing. As no one was present wishing to
speak, he closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Person made a motion recommending approval of the conditional
use permit. Commissioner Johnston-Madison seconded the motion, and the
motion passed on a vote of 5-0.
4. Other Business
Meg McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor, stated that the Planning
Commission will not be meeting on January 2nd. A study session will probably be
held on January 16th.
5. Communications
Ms. McMonigal gave a brief update on SW LRT, LRT station area planning,
Highway 7 and Louisiana construction, and the Eliot School site.
6. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Nancy Sells
Administrative Secretary
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Meeting Date: January 7, 2013
Agenda Item #: 8c
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Other:
TITLE:
Designating 2013 Mayor Pro Tem
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to Adopt Resolution appointing a Mayor Pro Tem for 2013.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Who does the Council wish to appoint as Mayor Pro Tem of the City of St. Louis Park for 2013?
BACKGROUND:
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)
shall perform 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.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Resolution
Prepared by: Nancy Stroth, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2013 (Item No. 8c) Page 2
Subject: Designating 2013 Mayor Pro Tem
RESOLUTION NO. 13 -_____
RESOLUTION APPOINTING ______________
TO THE OFFICE OF MAYOR PRO TEM
FOR THE YEAR 2013
WHEREAS, Minnesota State Statute Section 412.121 requires cities to choose each year
an acting Mayor from the Council members; and
WHEREAS, the acting Mayor shall perform the duties of Mayor during the disability or
absence of the Mayor from the City or, in case of vacancy in the office of Mayor until a
successor has been appointed and qualifies; 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
___________________ is hereby appointed Mayor Pro Tem of the City of St. Louis Park and
shall serve in that capacity until a duly elected successor assumes the office at the first regular
City Council meeting in 2014.
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 7, 2013
City Manager Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk