HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012/10/08 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - Study SessionAGENDA
OCTOBER 8, 2012
(City Manager Harmening Out)
6:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION – Council Chambers
Discussion Items
1. 6:30 p.m. Future Study Session Agenda Planning – October 15 & October 22, 2012
2. 6:35 p.m. Beekeeping in St. Louis Park
3. 7:05 p.m. Xcel and CenterPoint Energy (CPE) Franchise Ordinances
4. 7:35 p.m. Project Update - Highway 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange Project
5. 8:20 p.m. Disposition Process for Excess MNDOT Parcels – Wayzata Boulevard
8:35 p.m. Communications/Meeting Check-In (Verbal)
8:40 p.m. Adjourn
Written Reports
6. Update on Potential Upcoming Redevelopment Sites and Projects
7. 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6
8. Amend Recycling Contract with Eureka Recycling
9. Business Park Zoning District - Rezoning Update
10. SWLRT DEIS Update
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Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #: 1
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:
Future Study Session Agenda Planning – October 15 and October 22, 2012
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The City Council and the City Manager to set the agenda for the Special Study Session
scheduled for October 15 and the regularly scheduled Study Session on October 22, 2012.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Does the Council agree with the agenda as proposed?
BACKGROUND:
At each study session approximately five minutes are set aside to discuss the next study session
agenda. For this purpose, attached please find the tentative agenda and proposed discussion
items for the Special Study Session scheduled for October 15 and the regularly scheduled Study
Session on October 22, 2012.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachment: Future Study Session Agenda Planning – October 15 and October 22, 2012
Prepared by: Debbie Fischer, Office Assistant
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 1) Page 2
Subject: Future Study Session Agenda Planning – October 15 and October 22, 2012
Special Study Session, October 15, 2012 – 6:00 p.m.
Tentative Discussion Items
1. Fiscal Disparities Overview & Information – Assessing (30 minutes)
Review and explain the fiscal disparities program in which 40% of the growth in commercial
and industrial tax capacity is shared with other taxing jurisdictions.
2. 2013 Budget Discussion – Accounting (60 minutes)
Discuss the 2013 Budget, Property Tax Levy, Utility Rates and tax implications.
End of Meeting: 7:30 p.m.
Study Session, October 22, 2012 – 6:30 p.m.
Tentative Discussion Items
1. Future Study Session Agenda Planning – Administrative Services (5 minutes)
2. City Manager’s 2012 Performance Evaluation – Administrative Services (10 minutes)
Discuss with City Council the desired approach for the 2012 annual performance evaluation
for the City Manager.
3. Fiber Optic Study Report – Information Resources (60 minutes)
Joanne Hovis of CTC will be present to review highlights and recommendations from the
Fiber Optic Study. Council will be asked to determine what, if any, policy recommendations it
would like to move forward with now or study further.
4. Project Update – Highway 100 Reconstruction Project – Public Works (30 minutes)
Update Council on recent project development activities and present an anticipated schedule
of upcoming project steps and activities for this project – Project No. 2005-2000.
5. Outdoor Lighting Ordinance – Community Development (30 minutes)
A first reading of the revised ordinance was passed on September 24th. Council has asked to
further review the Ordinance prior to the Second Reading.
6. Friends of the Arts Annual Update – Parks & Rec (45 minutes)
Representatives of Friends of the Arts (FotA) will be in attendance to provide their annual
update and address any questions or concerns regarding the activities of FotA.
Communications/Meeting Check-In – Administrative Services (5 minutes)
Time for communications between staff and Council will be set aside on every study session
agenda for the purposes of information sharing.
Reports
7. August 2012 Monthly Financial Report
8. Quarterly Investment Report
End of Meeting: 9:35 p.m.
Meeting: Study Session
Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item: 2
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TITLE: Beekeeping in St. Louis Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Provide staff with guidance on drafting an ordinance regarding possible regulations related to
beekeeping.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS:
• Should city code be amended to allow beekeeping with or without regulations?
• What regulations, if any, should be included in the City Code?
• If the Council desires certain regulations, what level of compliance verification is
needed?
SUMMARY:
In an effort to clarify the City’s policy on beekeeping, city staff brought the subject of
beekeeping regulation to the Council at the August 27, 2012 Study Session. It was the consensus
of the Council that they wished to permit beekeeping on residential lots, and that city staff should
return with a list of options for regulating beekeeping that would then provide direction on
developing an ordinance for future consideration.
There are three primary questions to consider as the Council provides direction on the
development of the beekeeping ordinance. The first question is whether beekeeping should be
allowed outright or allowed with specific regulations. The second question is what regulations, if
any, are reasonable and appropriate. A list of possible options and rationale are included for
Council’s consideration. The third question becomes relevant if Council establishes standards
and involves the question of how to verify whether compliance has been attained. Once Council
has selected among the options set forth in this report, or provides other direction, city staff will
prepare an ordinance based on those recommendations for first reading.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
St. Louis park is committed to being a leader in environmental stewardship. We will increase
environmental consciousness and responsibility in all areas of city business.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: Discussion and Analysis
Prepared by: Ray French, Administrative Services Intern
Reviewed by: Ann Boettcher, Inspection Services Manager
Brian Hoffman, Inspections Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 2) Page 2
Title: Beekeeping in St. Louis Park
DISCUSSION
BACKGROUND/RECENT ACTION:
At the June 18, 2012 City Council Meeting, city staff advised the Council that the current City
Code is not clear about whether the raising of honey bees is permitted and that the City has
received questions and complaints about neighbors keeping bee hives. In response to those
concerns and to clarify the City’s policy, a provision was included in the proposed ordinance
amendments that prohibited the keeping of any bee colony or hive in the city. Due to the interest
showed by resident beekeepers, the Council decided further study into the issue was necessary.
At the August 27, 2012 Study Session, city staff brought to the Council a wide range of options
on how to approach the issue of beekeeping in the community. Those options included regulating
the standards and practices of beekeeping, a permitting requirement, prohibition, and leaving it
unregulated. It was the consensus of the City Council to direct staff to prepare a draft ordinance
regulating residential beekeeping within the City. In considering the content of a future
ordinance, the Council requested that staff provide a list of options for regulating beekeeping and
enforcement in the city code.
PRESENT CONSIDERATIONS:
There are three primary and progressive questions to consider when selecting the items for the
final beekeeping ordinance.
Question #1
The consensus of the Council thus far is that beekeeping should be permitted. If the Council
wishes to allow the practice without further regulation, city staff would return with a brief code
amendment clarifying the city code to reflect Alternative 1a below. If the Council should select
Alternative 1b, then Question #2 should be evaluated for various regulatory possibilities.
1a. Allow beekeeping through a simple code amendment providing for no further regulations
or requirements.
1b. Allow beekeeping and establish a set of minimum requirements. Ouestion #2 provides
possible minimum standards.
Question #2
There are a variety of regulations the Council can consider to establish a framework for
beekeeping practices. The following options have been taken from the previous survey of area
cities ordinances and the MN Hobby Beekeepers sample ordinance, and represent the best
practices for beekeepers.
2a. Provide Water Source
Rationale: A water source is required by many cities, such as Stillwater and Minneapolis,
and the MN Hobby Beekeepers sample ordinance, as a means of keeping bees from using
other water sources on adjacent properties. They could be anything from a puddle or bird
bath to a swimming pool, and by providing a water source near the hive, the beekeeper
reduces the opportunities for bees to interact with neighbors. Cities typically require the
water source within 10 feet of each colony.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 2) Page 3
Title: Beekeeping in St. Louis Park
2b. Establish Minimum Hive Setbacks
Rationale: Some cities, like Lindstrom and Centerville, require property line setbacks that
can range from 10 feet to 500 feet. The most common setback is 25 feet, but is usually
written in conjunction with a flyway barrier requirement for when the hive is kept at less
than 25 feet from the property line. Some ordinances only require the hive to be at the
center of the property, furthest away from adjoining property lines. If the City were to
establish a setback requirement of 25 feet, a majority of residential properties would be
ineligible to keep bees unless Flyway Barriers are required and allow a reduced setback.
2c. Allow Flyway Barrier to Reduce Setbacks
Rationale: Most cities require a flyway barrier in lieu of a setback requirement. Such a
requirement would state that if the hive is located less than 25 feet from the lot line but no
closer than 10 feet, an artificial flyway barrier would be required. Cities with this
requirement include Minneapolis, St, Paul, Stillwater, and the Hobby Beekeeper’s model
ordinance. These barriers force the bees to fly over the neighbor’s property as they leave
the hive. A flyway barrier is typically six feet tall.
2d. Install a Protective Fence
Rationale: A protective fence requirement would be similar to those required for
swimming pools or other attractive nuisances, and would protect children and pets from
inadvertent contact with the bee hive. A fence can be used as a flyway barrier, or it can be
within 10 feet of the hive or on the property line. Many cities, including Minneapolis and
St. Paul, prescribe that the fence be anywhere from four to six feet tall. Our city code
currently requires a four foot tall fence around private pools.
2e. Limit Colony Density Based on Lot Size
Rationale: Virtually all beekeeping ordinances have some sort of density requirement.
Recently adopted ordinances and the MN Hobby Beekeeper’s Association suggest the
following numbers of colonies per lot size.
(i) One half acre lot or smaller: 1 colony
(ii) Lot larger than half acre but smaller than ¾ acre: 2 colonies
(iii) Lot larger than ¾ acres but smaller than 1 acre: 4 colonies
(iv) Lot larger than 1 acre: 8 colonies
2f. Allow Nucleus Colony
Rationale: This requirement has been adopted by a handful of cities and is recommended
by the MN Hobby Beekeepers. It states that for each colony permitted to be maintained,
there may also be maintained one nucleus colony. The nucleus colony is a smaller colony
that helps prevent overcrowding and can assist in repairing a damaged larger colony.
2g. Exclude Multiple-Family Lots
Rationale: A handful of cities, like St. Paul and Stillwater, prohibit beekeeping on
multiple family lots. This regulation would serve to protect families that would not
choose to have beekeeping on the property they inhabit.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 2) Page 4
Title: Beekeeping in St. Louis Park
2h. Exclude Front Yards
Rationale: The City of Cold Spring, MN also prohibits beekeeping in the front yards of
residential properties, requiring beekeeping only in back yards. Such a regulation would
promote the safety of children and pets in the absence of a fenced front yard.
2i. Provide Evidence of Training
Rationale: Minneapolis and Stillwater have chosen to require evidence of training in
hobby beekeeping and is one requirement of a beekeeping permit. This requirement
would support a base knowledge of the hobby for the prospective beekeeper prior to their
taking up the practice. This possible requirement may be impractical to verify unless an
administrative review or permit system is adopted.
Question #3
If Council decides to adopt minimum standards for beekeeping, code compliance could be
verified through different methods.
3a. Installation Permit
Rationale: The property owner would complete a permit application and submit any
required fee to install bee hive structures. Following an on-site inspection by staff to
verify compliance with related code requirements, the permit would be approved and
filed with the property. This would be a proactive compliance tool similar as the process
to installing an accessory structure. Any future complaints about failure to maintain the
bee hives would be treated and resolved as any code violation needing correction.
3b. Complaint Response
Rationale: This is a more reactive approach to enforcement and would be triggered by a
neighbor complaint or during a property maintenance inspection. Failure of an owner to
maintain minimum standards would be treated as any code violation needing correction.
In these situations, there would be the potential that an owner may have made an
investment in beekeeping that may have to be changed.
3c. Licensing or Annual Permit
Rationale: Similar to a business license or pet license that provides easier regulatory
control in the case of a problem situation. This would be a more time-consuming process
for staff and resident and probably include a fee-for-service to cover administrative
processing and periodic inspection. Larger communities like Minneapolis require an
annual permit for beekeeping to help ensure continued compliance with city code.
NEXT STEPS:
Once Council provides direction on this matter, staff will then return with an ordinance for first
reading.
Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #: 3
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:
Xcel and CenterPoint Energy (CPE) Franchise Ordinances
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
None at this time.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS:
None at this time. However, staff would be interested in any concerns or questions Council may
have regarding either of these utilities, the renewal of their franchise agreements, or the proposed
increase in franchise fees.
BACKGROUND:
History
The City currently has franchise agreements with Xcel Energy (agreement expires Feb 21, 2013)
and with CenterPoint Energy (agreement expires June 30, 2013). Staff from these two utilities
approached City staff early this year to begin discussing renewal of their respective franchise
agreements. At that time staff discussed issues / concerns with each respective utility. Since
then each utility has provided us a proposed agreement for consideration. City Attorney Tom
Scott has been involved in most, if not all, discussions and has reviewed and proposed revised
terms for each of the proposed agreements.
The adoption of new franchise ordinances was presented to the City Council at the July 23rd
Study Session, was followed up with a staff / Council discussion at the August 13th Study
Session, and a Public Hearing and first reading of these ordinances was conducted Monday,
October 1st.
CPE is generally agreeable with the ordinances as proposed by the City. Xcel has generally been
opposed to changes proposed by the City but just recently has agreed to several City requested
changes - removal of cap on Franchise Fees and payment of permit fees. The terms of the CPE
and Xcel ordinances proposed by the City are consistent with one another.
Xcel Energy (Xcel)
As previously stated, staff has been attempting to draft an ordinance to address previously
identified concerns. Up until recently staff has been unable to reach agreement with Xcel on
many franchise terms so staff has proposed the City grant an electric utility franchise to Xcel by
“ordinance” rather than by “agreement” as has been done in the past. At this point City and Xcel
staffs are continuing discussions but disagree on the following terms:
1. staff would prefer an ordinance term of 10 years vs. 20 years
2. staff feels Xcel should be subject to city administrative regulations / requirements
3. staff desires Xcel to provide city mapping information of its facilities
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 3) Page 2
Subject: Xcel and CenterPoint Energy (CPE) Franchise Ordinances
4. staff desires performance requirements for facility relocations by Xcel (prompt
relocations desired)
5. staff prefers city adoption or amendment of ordinance without Xcel consent
CenterPoint Energy (CPE)
City staff has not identified any issues associated with granting a new utility franchise to CPE.
Their proposed ordinance is generally consistent with the proposed Xcel Energy utility franchise
ordinance which is acceptable with and agreeable to them.
Adoption Process and Schedule
The following steps outline the adoption process to be followed:
1. Ordinances must contain all the terms and conditions of the franchise
2. Franchise ordinances require a public hearing
3. Hearing notice must be published at least once in the City's official newspaper at least
twenty (20) days prior to the public hearing.
4. At least seven days must pass between first reading (public hearing) and 2nd reading
5. At second reading motion will be “Motion to adopt the ordinance, approve the summary
and authorize summary publication”
6. Ordinance becomes effective 15 days following summary publication
Based on the above process, staff has developed the following steps and schedule for adopting
the franchise and franchise fee ordinances:
Study Session - Written Report July 23, 2012
Study Session - Discussion Aug 13, 2012
Submit Public Hearing Notice to Sun Sailor Aug 30, 2012
Public Hearing Notice Published Sept 6, 2012
First Reading and Public Hearing Oct 1, 2012
Study Session - Discussion Oct 8, 2012
Second Reading (adopt franchise and fee ordinances, approve summary, and
authorize summary publication) Oct 15, 2012
Submit Summary to Sun Sailor Oct 18, 2012
Summary Publication Oct 25, 2012
Franchise Ordinance Effective Date Nov 9, 2012
Franchise Fee Ordinance Effective Date (90 day PUC submission period) Jan 23, 2013
Summary and Next Steps
The next step is the Council’s adoption of the franchise and fee ordinances, approve summaries,
and authorize summary publications at 2nd reading as per the schedule outlined above.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 3) Page 3
Subject: Xcel and CenterPoint Energy (CPE) Franchise Ordinances
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATIONS:
The city’s pavement management program is currently funded by franchise fee revenues,
collected for us by both Xcel and CPE, along with some general funds. Franchise fees cannot be
collected by either utility unless the city has a franchise ordinance providing for this.
Based on the current fees, franchise fees generate approximately $1.3 million annually, which is
used to fund the Pavement Management Program. The proposed increases would add
approximately $260,000 in additional annual revenue to the Pavement Management Program,
and provide greater sustainability into the future. By implementing the proposed franchise fee
increases for 2013, St. Louis Park would still be competitive with other cities in the area (staff
will provide comparative city information at the Study Session). Any approved additional
franchise fees will remain dedicated to funding capital needs.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: None
Prepared by: Michael P. Rardin, Public Works Director
Tom Scott, City Attorney
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #: 4
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:
Project Update - Highway 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
The purpose of this discussion is to update the Council on R/W acquisition activities, Staging
and Traffic Detour Plans, Business Owner Concerns, Public Art cost estimate, Xcel Energy
undergrounding costs (CRFS), RAP activities and estimated costs, and Project Schedule related
to this project – Project No. 2012-0100.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Does the City Council have questions, concerns or feedback about:
1. Right of Way Acquisition
2. Construction staging or detours
3. Business owner concerns or proposed mitigation efforts
4. Public art or associated costs
5. RAP activities or associated costs
6. Other
Does Council desire to reimburse Xcel Energy directly for undergrounding costs or should Xcel
recover those costs via a Customer Requested Facilities Surcharge (CRFS)?
Should some of the public art elements be eliminated as a cost savings measure?
Council will be asked to approve and authorize this project in early December. Does Council
have concerns with that or committing to this project?
BACKGROUND:
History
The City’s Capital Improvement Program (C.I.P.) indentifies the Highway 7/Louisiana Avenue
intersection as a priority improvement project. The proposed project, which provides for the
construction of a grade-separated interchange at Louisiana Avenue and Highway 7, also includes
pedestrian and bicycle friendly improvements along with re-configuration of the frontage roads
in order to improve access, safety, and traffic flow for both the Highway 7 corridor and
Louisiana Avenue. This proposed improvement is essential in meeting long term transportation
and safety needs of both MnDOT and the City as well as quality of life and redevelopment needs
in this area of the city.
Phase 4 Activities (underway)
Phase 4 activities, described as Final Design and Plan Preparation, include detailed engineering
work needed to complete plans and specifications to obtain final MnDOT project approvals and
authorization for bidding. Final plans are nearing completion and will be submitted for agency
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 4) Page 2
Subject: Project Update - Hwy 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange Project
review in mid-October. MnDOT plan review will take about 4-6weeks. Final plan revisions,
specification writing, final approval signatures and bidding authorization will completed by early
February, 2013. Advertising for bids is tentatively scheduled to begin in mid-February with a bid
opening occurring in mid-March 2012. Contract award is anticipated on April, 15, 2013 with
construction starting in late April, 2013.
Right of Way Acquisition and Billboard Relocation
The right of way activities which are part of the final design are also underway. The City’s
consultant, Evergreen Land Services, has met with all the property owners and made offers for
the easements needed to construct the interchange project. A condemnation petition was filed
with the courts on October 3rd to keep the project on schedule. This will ensure that we receive
title and possession of the needed easements by early January 2013 should we not reach
settlements on all the property acquisitions. It is necessary to have title and possession of all the
properties before State and Federal authorization of the project can occur.
Acquisition of the billboard sites is proceeding under the assumption that the billboards will be
relocated on the remaining property. The City Attorney is scheduling a site visit with Clear
Channel representatives to view possible areas on the remaining parcel where the billboards can
be relocated; the city has identified possible relocation areas near the existing sign locations.
Clear Channel has expressed its desire to maintain similar visibility of the signs. Once relocation
areas have been determined, visual renderings will be created and provided to Council to
determine sight impacts, if any, to adjacent local properties. It is expected these renderings and
assessment could occur later in October.
Staff will provide an update on the status of each of the parcel acquisitions at the Study Session
meeting.
Staging and Detour Plans
Staff has discussed construction staging and detour routes at a previous Council Study Session.
The staging plans have been refined from what was previously shown to Council but generally
they remain unchanged. During construction traffic will be maintained on Highway 7 by
construction of a by-pass and north/south traffic on Louisiana Avenue will be maintained with
limited turning movements at the intersection with Highway 7. Detour routes have been
established for each of the stages to accommodate the restricted turning movements.
At the study session meeting, staff will review with Council the staging and detour plans (see
Attachment 1).
Business Area Outreach
Twin West Chamber of Commerce hosted a business area informational meeting for the project
on August 29th at the Park Tavern. The meeting was well attended by 25 business
owners/representatives. The business owners had a number of questions and concerns about
potential impacts to their businesses during the construction process. There is a general feeling
that their businesses will suffer monetarily due to difficulty of access and travel within the area
during construction. As a result of the questions and discussion heard at the August 29th
meeting, the city will host a follow up meeting for the business area. The meeting has been
scheduled for October 29, 2012 at the MSC 2nd Floor Multipurpose Room.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 4) Page 3
Subject: Project Update - Hwy 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange Project
A group has been formed to provide outreach to the business owners in the area to help identify
measures and strategies to reduce impacts to the local businesses. Members include city staff,
our consultant, SEH, MnDOT project representatives and a DEED representative. The group has
started planning for the next business area meeting. MnDOT plans to share information from
past project experiences to provide examples of communication and mitigations measures that
can be used to assist businesses during construction. Some of the examples will be from the
Highway 36 Construction Project in North St. Paul where the highway was closed for an entire
construction season. The DEED representative has indicated that there are no state grant funds
available for use; however DEED will provide information on marketing and financial
counseling. MnDOT Public Affairs and the City’s Communications Coordinator will collaborate
on what assistance can be provided to the business through communication efforts via
newsletters, websites, social media and other media outlets. Community Development staff is
also being involved so local mitigation efforts may be considered as well. Lastly, John Basill
with Discover St. Louis Park has expressed interest in assisting with marketing efforts
Public Art Update and Costs
The public art work plan has been has been finalized pending Council approval. The attached
display board (Attachment 2) gives a rendering of the bridge showing most of the associate art
work, aesthetics and landscaping elements. The art work and the associated costs include:
Fabrication of form liner for Bridge $ 87,000
Brick Paver work $ 94,000
Two precast concrete seating elements $ 11,000
Vertical art elements (towers) $112,000
Under bridge lighting (changeable color lighting) $135,300
Total $439,000
These costs for the public art work are not eligible for State or Federal dollars and are not
included in our current construction estimate. The City will be 100% responsible for these costs.
Xcel Energy Undergrounding Costs
Xcel Energy has provided the City with an estimate of costs for undergrounding their power
lines. The estimated cost is approximately $450,000; there is a possibility this could change a
minor amount based on Xcel’s final design and plans which are currently being developed.
Based on their initial estimate, Xcel has calculated a possible scenario for a City Requested
Special Facilities Surcharge (CRFS). The surcharge (tariff) would recover the costs for
undergrounding the overhead power lines. Attached is a table of surcharge rates for the various
costumer classes that would be charged against all Excel Energy customers in St. Louis Park for
a period of three years (Attachment 3). Staff will discuss details of the CRFS at the October 8,
2012 Study Session meeting.
Remedial Action Plan (RAP) Costs
A RAP for this project is needed, and required by the MPCA, based on the likelihood of
disturbing contaminated soils during the construction of the project. A RAP is essentially a
procedure manual/plan which tells the contractor how they will handle and dispose of any
contaminated soils encountered during construction of the project. During the construction of
the project the RAP manual will need to be interpreted and administered by a qualified person,
similar to administering the construction contract. MnDOT does not provide this service as part
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Subject: Project Update - Hwy 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange Project
of their contract administration duties so staff is recommending that SEH provide this service for
the City. They prepared the RAP for this project and they have extensive experience preparing
and administering RAP’s on other projects with soil contamination. These services, which have
not been included in the overall project estimate, are anticipated to cost $450,000. Staff will
request a contract for these construction related services sometime in March 2013.
Project Schedule
A detailed schedule of activities through the start of construction is presented below:
Activity Target Date
Condemnation initiated Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Business Area informational meeting - Open House No. 2 Friday, October 29, 2012
Submit 90% plans for MnDOT agency review Friday, October 19, 2012
Citywide informational meeting/open house Thursday, November 15, 2012
City Council approves project Monday, December 3, 2012
Plans revised and signed by Engineer and City
and submit 100% plans to MnDOT Metro State Aid
Friday, December 14, 2012
MnDOT Authorizes Project Friday, February 8, 2013
Advertisement sent to Construction Bulletin and local papers Monday, February 11, 2013
Advertisement in Construction Bulletin (also QuestCDN) Mondays, Feb 18, 25, March 4, 11, 2013
MnDOT Cooperative Agreement executed by the City No later than March 20, 2013
Bid opening (letting) Thursday, March 21, 2013
DBE clearance through MnDOT EEO office March 15 – April 3, 2013
Cooperative Agreement fully executed by MnDOT No later than April 12, 2013
Award of Contract Monday, April 15, 2013
Start of Construction Monday, April 22, 2013
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Project Costs
Presented below are the latest estimated project costs based on current design work. All of the
funding sources are also presented below:
Current Estimated Project Costs
Construction $18,090,000
Public Art $ 439,000
Remedial Action Plan Administration $ 450,000
Preliminary and Final Design Engineering $ 2,201,500
Construction Engineering (by MnDOT) $ 1,800,000
Construction Engineering Support (SEH) $ 200,000
Undergrounding Power Lines $ 450,000
Right of Way Acquisition Services (appraisals, title work, attorney fees) $ 100,000
Right of Way (Purchasing land and easements, condemnation costs) $ 2,600,000
Total Costs $26,330,500
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 4) Page 5
Subject: Project Update - Hwy 7 / Louisiana Avenue Interchange Project
Funding Sources
Federal (STP) Funds $7,630,000
MnDOT Access Management Funds $1,000,000
MnDOT Municipal Cooperative Agreement Funds $ 594,000
MnDOT (Construction Eng’r - in lieu of funds) $1,800,000
TED Grant (MnDOT & DEED Program) $3,000,000
City Funds (20% construction grant match – source HRA Levy) $2,398,000
City Funds (Preliminary and Final Design Eng’r – source HRA Levy) $2,201,500
City Funds (Right of Way – source HRA Levy) $2,700,000
Xcel - City Requested Special Facilities Surcharge (CRFS) $ 450,000
City - Water and Sewer Utility Funds $ 200,000
City Funds (Misc Const., Public Art, RAP, Eng’r Support - source HRA Levy) $4,357,000
Total Committed Funds $26,330,500
Total City Share (includes possible XCEL Surcharge) $12,306,500
VISION CONSIDERATION:
The following Strategic Directions and focus areas have been identified by Council.
St. Louis Park is committed to being a connected and engaged community.
Focus will be on:
• Promoting regional transportation issues and related dedicated funding
sources affecting St. Louis Park including but not limited to Hwy. 100 and
SWLRT.
St. Louis Park is committed to promoting and integrating arts, culture and community
aesthetics in all city initiatives, including implementation where appropriate.
Attachments: Attachment 1 – Staging and Detour Plans (7 sheets)
Attachment 2 – Public Art Display Board
Attachment 3 – Xcel Energy Undergrounding Costs - CRFS Table
Prepared by: Jim Olson, Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Michael P. Rardin, Public Works Director
Scott Brink, City Engineer
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MN.
XX
ST. PAUL, MN 55110
3535 VADNAIS CENTER DR.
PHONE: (651)490-2000Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
I hereby certify that this plan was prepared by me or under
Date:
Lic. No.
6/27/2012
Licensed Professional Engineer
Certified By:
Printed Name:REVISIONS
DRAWN BY:
DESIGN TEAM
DESIGNER:
CHECKED BY:
NO.BY DATE
FILE NO.
T.H. 7 / LOUISIANA AVE.
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MN.
XX
ST. PAUL, MN 55110
3535 VADNAIS CENTER DR.
PHONE: (651)490-2000Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
I hereby certify that this plan was prepared by me or under
Date:
Lic. No.
6/27/2012
Licensed Professional Engineer
Certified By:
Printed Name:REVISIONS
DRAWN BY:
DESIGN TEAM
DESIGNER:
CHECKED BY:
NO.BY DATE
FILE NO.
T.H. 7 / LOUISIANA AVE.
S.P. NO. 2706-226 S.P. NO. 163-010-038
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TH 7 DETOURS, PHASES 1 - 4
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MN.
XX
ST. PAUL, MN 55110
3535 VADNAIS CENTER DR.
PHONE: (651)490-2000Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
I hereby certify that this plan was prepared by me or under
Date:
Lic. No.
6/27/2012
Licensed Professional Engineer
Certified By:
Printed Name:REVISIONS
DRAWN BY:
DESIGN TEAM
DESIGNER:
CHECKED BY:
NO.BY DATE
FILE NO.
T.H. 7 / LOUISIANA AVE.
S.P. NO. 2706-226 S.P. NO. 163-010-038
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SOUTHBOUND LOUISIANA AVE. LEFT TURN TO
LOUISIANA AVENUE
(JUNE 2014)
LOUISIANA AVE. DETOURS, PHASE 5
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MN.
XX
ST. PAUL, MN 55110
3535 VADNAIS CENTER DR.
PHONE: (651)490-2000Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
I hereby certify that this plan was prepared by me or under
Date:
Lic. No.
6/27/2012
Licensed Professional Engineer
Certified By:
Printed Name:REVISIONS
DRAWN BY:
DESIGN TEAM
DESIGNER:
CHECKED BY:
NO.BY DATE
FILE NO.
T.H. 7 / LOUISIANA AVE.
S.P. NO. 2706-226 S.P. NO. 163-010-038
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(JUNE 2014)
TH 7 DETOURS, PHASE 5
TH 7
LOUISIANA AVE. DETOUR
WESTBOUND TH 7 LEFT TURN TO NORTHBOUND
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MN.
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ST. PAUL, MN 55110
3535 VADNAIS CENTER DR.
PHONE: (651)490-2000Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
my direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
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ATTACHMENT 1
City Requested Special Facilities Surcharge (CRFS)
City of Saint Louis Park
Excess Expenditures = $428,786
Customer Class Customers Surcharge(1) Months Recovery
Residential 21,892 $0.50 36 $395,420
Res Low Income 600 $0.50 36 $10,837
Small C&I ND 1,369 $0.50 36 $24,727
Small C&I 655 $1.50 36 $35,492
Large C&I 156 $2.00 36 $11,271
Street Lighting 77 $0.50 36 $1,391
Sm Mun Pump ND 21 $0.50 36 $379
Small Mun Pump 13 $1.50 36 $704
Large Mun Pump 4 $2.00 36 $289
Total 24,787 $480,511
Total Carrying Charges included in recovery amount(2) $51,725
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Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #: 5
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:
Disposition Process for Excess MNDOT Parcels – Wayzata Boulevard
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Staff desires direction from the Council on how it would like to proceed with these potential
development parcels.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Does the Council wish to modify its adopted direction regarding the sale of excess land along
Wayzata Boulevard?
BACKGROUND:
Two parcels along Wayzata Boulevard were identified as excess property as part of the Excess
Land Process in 2005. The parcels are owned as right-of-way by the Minnesota Department of
Transportation, and were originally purchased during the conversion of Highway 12 to I-394.
MnDOT is willing to sell the parcels for development. Both parcels were identified in the
Excess Land Process for residential or mixed-use land uses, but when offered through the
bidding process, no bids were received. The parcels, both located in residential areas, remain
vacant and have been available for purchase since 2005. The western parcel is zoned R-1 Single
Family and the eastern parcel is zoned R-3 Medium Density Residential
Two separate developers recently submitted letters of interest regarding the parcels. Each
developer would like to consider developing both parcels. If possible, the developers would like
to proceed as follows:
• KM Anderson Builders would like to consider purchase of the parcels for the
development of medical office buildings. Their development would include one-story
office buildings of between 10,000 SF and 13,500 SF. They have submitted concept
plans to the City, attached for review. To move forward with KM Anderson, a policy
change to allow commercial development on the sites would be necessary.
• TOLD Development Company would like to consider purchase of the parcels for
residential development. TOLD has outlined a process that would include entering into a
Development Agreement and collaboration with the neighborhood, leading to
development on each site. No specific development or concept has been proposed.
The existing Council direction is to allow the sale of the parcels for residential or mixed-use
development. As such, the potential proposal for medical office is precluded from consideration.
However, any proposals for development on the sites will likely require changes to the
Comprehensive Plan and Official Zoning Map. The Council direction for residential or mixed-
use was also provided several years ago, under different market conditions.
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Subject: Disposition Process for Excess MNDOT Parcels – Wayzata Boulevard
At this time there are several options for how to proceed:
1. If the Council remains committed to the original policy direction for these parcels, which
was to see the sites developed for residential use, staff will work with the developers and
evaluate the proposals in light of that policy; and, bring forward to the City Council a
recommendation for how to proceed.
2. If the Council wishes to consider changing the land use policy for these parcels to
consider non-residential uses like small office development, a process to modify the
current policy direction for these sites should be initiated that includes working with the
adjacent neighborhoods. A specific process for how to proceed would be brought to the
City Council for their consideration at the earliest possible date.
3. Council may wish to consider a second open bid process and seek additional proposals
for the parcels.
4. There is no requirement that development of these parcels take place now. The City
Council can choose to withdraw these parcels from development consideration and allow
them to remain as public land for the time being.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
None at this time.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Sale of the Excess Land parcels in the City was originally conceived to allow for increasing the
diversity of housing options available to residents.
Attachments: Site Map Depicting Parcels
Letter and Exhibits, KM Anderson Builders
Letter, TOLD Development Company
Prepared by: Adam Fulton, Planner
Reviewed by: Meg J. McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor
Kevin Locke, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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Parcel 1 - Texas & Wayzata
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4220 Park Glen Road I St. Louis Park, MN 55416
August 9, 2012
City of St. Louis Park
Adam Fulton, AICP
Planner
5005 Minnetonka Blvd.
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
RE: Letter of Interest: Wayzata Boulevard/MNDOT Sites
Dear Adam Fulton:
Please accept his letter as our expression of interest to team with the City of St. Louis Park to acquire,
rezone and develop the two sites located on Wayzata Boulevard and presently owned by the Minnesota
Department of Transportation and depicted on the attached aerial.
Our intention is to develop medical office buildings on each site. Given current market demand and the
recent activity along Wayzata Boulevard and west of Louisiana Avenue we feel this would be the highest
and best use for the sites.
Our development team consists of Anderson-KM Builders, RSP Architects and CBRE as our marketing agent.
Our company and professionals profiles are enclosed and illustrate our qualifications and experience in
designing, building, developing and marketing medical office buildings.
You will also find enclosed our preliminary conceptual site plans for each of the sites. We welcome the
opportunity to refine these site plans with the input and direction from the City of St. Louis Park and your
economic development, planning and building staff and the neighboring homes and businesses.
As you will note, we anticipate developing each the eastern and western sites into approximately 11,000
square foot state-of-the-art medical office buildings. Currently, we envision the buildings would be single-
story steel frame structures with brick and/or architectural block exterior construction. In order to meet
market demand, we envision the buildings would have parking ratios at five stalls per 1,000 square feet of
building area. The east site would have underground and surface parking and would include an elevator to
service both levels. The west site would be surface parked with the building situated at the north east
corner of the site. Both sites would feature nice landscaping and meet all water detention and retention
requirements through surface ponding, rain gardens and/or vaulted systems.
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4220 Park Glen Road I St. Louis Park, MN 55416
We look forward to your favorable response to our letter of interest and towards working with the City of
St. Louis Park. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me in the event you have any questions
or comments.
Sincerely,
Arne Cook
Chief Financial Officer
Anderson-KM Builders
Cc: John Rode – RSP Architects
Chris Jacobson – CBRE
Sue Wilson – CBRE
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Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #: 6
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Special Meeting Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Special Session Other:
TITLE:
Update on Potential Upcoming Redevelopment Sites and Projects
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
No formal action required at this time.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
The purpose of this staff report is twofold. First, the purpose is to give the EDA/City Council a
“heads up” regarding several properties in the city that are currently for sale and likely to
redevelop; and second, to outline City actions that may be needed to address the potential
redevelopment of these sites.
BACKGROUND:
There are approximately a dozen commercial/industrial sites currently being eyed for
redevelopment in St. Louis Park. Each of these sites is in a slightly different stage along the
redevelopment spectrum. That is, they are properties that may be purchased or have already
been purchased, with the intent of removing the existing structures and rebuilding on the site
with a new or more intense land use. Many include more than one parcel of land. Attached is a
map showing the location of these sites and a table indicating the size and status of each.
Any successful redevelopment and/or intensification of a site requires careful planning, high
quality design that is sensitive to community and neighborhood needs and concerns, and
potential changes to public infrastructure (streets, utilities, etc.). Anticipating the sites with
potential for redevelopment early on, provides the City and with the opportunity to plan ahead
for new development by working with affected neighborhoods.
Each of the sites identified on the attached map and table are only in the earliest stages of the
redevelopment process; and, each has a differing set of circumstances and issues to be addressed.
In some cases, like the Bemis property, there already is existing policy direction on the future
redevelopment of the property from previous City planning efforts. The Bemis site is located in
the Elmwood Neighborhood and the future reuse of the property was addressed in the Elmwood
Land Use Study of 2003. That study, subsequently incorporated into the City’s Comprehensive
Plan, concluded that this site should be redeveloped for medium density housing should it no
longer be used for industrial purposes. For a site like the Bemis site, the basic land use policy
direction is already set. Once a buyer/developer gains control of this property, they will need to
work with the City and the immediate neighborhood on the specifics of the design for the reuse
of the property per the City’s plan.
In other cases, like the properties on the south side of Excelsior Boulevard and France Avenue,
there is no City policy for the future of this site other than continuation of the current land uses.
Pursuing redevelopment of this site would entail the City Council making the policy decision
that it wishes to see redevelopment of this site as well as establishing what the character and
types of land use of the redevelopment should be. To reach that policy decision will require
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Subject: Update on Potential Upcoming Redevelopment Sites and Projects
work with the immediate neighborhood and conducting the analysis necessary to provide the
basis for the City Council’s policy decisions.
Many of the projects being proposed are multi-family residential. Attached is a short market
research report explaining why economic conditions are ripe in the Twin Cities for this type of
development.
Next Steps
The timing for redevelopment of each of these sites is largely dependent on developer interest
and market conditions. Right now the market for multi-family/mixed-use development is
extremely hot. Developer interest for sites suitable for multi-family housing are seeing
significant developer interest.
Currently developers are actively pursuing three sites along Excelsior Blvd, east of Hwy 100.
These are:
1. the old Bally’s Fitness property on Excelsior Blvd. directly west of Excelsior & Grand;
2. the properties at the northeast corner of Excelsior Blvd and Monterey Avenue directly
east of Excelsior & Grand; and,
3. the properties at the southwest corner of Excelsior Blvd & France Avenue.
The two sites that essentially create bookends to the existing Excelsior & Grand project are sites
that have been envisioned as future redevelopment sites over time. In the case of the Bally’s site,
it was even included in the original Excelsior & Grand development plan. For both of these sites
the key policies questions will be about the specifics of the projects design. When the developer
begins to craft draft development proposals for these sites the developer will meet with the
neighborhoods and proposals will be brought forward for discussion at future City Council Study
Sessions. Specific timing is not known at this time.
With regards to the site at Excelsior Blvd and France Avenue, as described above, this is a site
that has not previously been formally or informally identified by the City as a potential
redevelopment site. Before any serious developer proposal is brought forward for this site, the
more basic question of whether the City is interested in seeing this site redeveloped should be
answered. To do that, the anticipated initial step is to meet with the neighborhood to discuss the
possibility of redevelopment of this site, followed by discussion at a City Council Study Session.
It is anticipated that a neighborhood meeting would be scheduled for late October followed by
City Council discussion in November.
The fact that the three sites with the most immediate developer interest are all along eastern
Excelsior Blvd and are adjacent to the same neighborhood, suggests two additional immediate
actions are warranted. One is analysis of the potential traffic impacts of the three projects on
Excelsior Blvd and surrounding neighborhoods. The traffic analysis would also focus on the
needs and opportunities for improvements to the Monterey & Excelsior Blvd intersection and the
Quentin & Excelsior Blvd intersection. It is routine for the City to have a traffic analysis done
for any project of any significance. And that would be the case for all three of these sites;
however, since they all are in close proximity to one another and could happen in the same time
frame, it is also important to look at the cumulative impacts on Excelsior Blvd. Community
Development and Public Works/Engineering are working on initiating the necessary traffic
analysis immediately.
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The second additional immediate action is contacting the Minikahda Vista neighborhood with an
overview of the properties that are currently for sale and the prospective development projects on
the horizon adjacent to or within their neighborhood. The purpose of the contact would be to
provide an overview of the potential projects in or near their neighborhood and the traffic
analysis that is planned; as well as opening lines of communication as these prospective projects
move forward.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
It is anticipated that any costs associated with the review or traffic analysis would be paid for
from the Development Fund or by the developers.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
Attachments: Map of Properties For Sale & Potential Redevelopment Sites
Chart of Potential Redevelopment Sites
NorthMarq Multi-Family Market Research Report
Prepared by: Kevin Locke, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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Map Site name Existing Current Proposed Site Near Term
Number Property address(es)Parcels Acres Conditions Land Use Land Use Status Actions Needed
1 Eliot School
6800 Cedar Lake Rd 2 4.21 Vacant school bldg Civic
Multi-Family
Residential
Property under contract.
Approx 144-unit apt bldg &
3 single family homes
proposed
Comp Plan application filed. Will
also require rezoning. TIF
application pending
2 Oak Hill II Office Bldg
3340 Republic Ave 1 0.80 Site cleared Office Office
Redeveloper is actively
seeking tenants for 21,450 SF
office bldg
Site ready to go. No further City
Council action needed.
3 McGarvey Coffee
5725 Highway 7 1 1.78
27,075 SF industrial
plant will need
demolition IG BP
Property purchased.
Redeveloper looking to
construct multi-family
residential
Proposal will need to be discussed
in future Study Session. Property
will require reguiding and
rezoning
4 Bally’s Fitness
4900 & 4760 Excelsior Blvd 2 1.60
Former fitness bldg
will need to be
removed RC & MX
High Density
Res & MX
TOLD Dev has Bally's site
under contract. EDA owns
property next door
Neighborhood input & City
Council discussion needed once
dev concept plan prepared
5 Excelsior - Monterey
Parcels at NE corner of Ex
Blvd & Monterey 3 2.47
Several retail
buildings and rear
empty lot.Commercial
High Density
Res & MX
TOLD Dev has 1 of 3
properties under contract.
EDA owns one.
Neighborhood input & City
Council discussion needed once
dev concept plan prepared
Site Size
10/8/12
St. Louis Park Potential Redevelopment Sites
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Subject: Update on Potential Upcoming Redevelopment Sites and Projects Page 5
Map Site name Existing Current Proposed Site Near Term
Number Property address(es)Parcels Acres Conditions Land Use Land Use Status Actions Needed
Site Size
10/8/12
St. Louis Park Potential Redevelopment Sites
6 Excelsior - France
SW corner of Ex Blvd &
France Ave 7 2.80
4 commercial bldgs &
2 houses
Commercial
& Single
Family
Residential
Mixed use or
multi-family
residential
Colliers Int'l has 5 of 7 parcels
under contract and
marketing to mixed use
redevelopers
Prior to any specific concept plan
being prepared, neighborhood
input and Council policy decision
needed relative to City willingness
to consider redeveloping this site.
7
Most Holy Trinity School
Building
4017 Utica Ave 2 2.10
28,074 SF, 3 story
school bldg includes
parish center &
residential property Civic
No proposal
currently
pending
Site is actively being
marketed for school,
religious purpose or multi-
family residential
Depending on proposed use
neighborhood input & City
Council discussion may be needed
8 Bemis mfg site
3600 Alabama Ave S 1 2.20
75,471 SF plant will
require demolition IG
Medium
Density
Residential
Currently being marketed for
multi-family residential
Future reuse of site addressed in
Elmwood Study. Neighborhood
input & City Council discussion
needed once dev concept plan
prepared
9 Santorini’s
9920 & 9808 Wayzata Blvd 2 2.71
12,000 sf former
restaurant bldg &
billboard Office Office
Bldg to be demolished. Site is
actively being marketed for
Medical/Office/Mixed
Bldg to be removed. Future reuse
established.
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Map Site name Existing Current Proposed Site Near Term
Number Property address(es)Parcels Acres Conditions Land Use Land Use Status Actions Needed
Site Size
10/8/12
St. Louis Park Potential Redevelopment Sites
10 Pawn America
5600 Excelsior Blvd 15,372 0.35
8,760 SF, 2 story bldg
30 parking stalls Commercial
No proposal
pending
Property is actively being
marketed. No specific plans
currently
Depending on proposed use
neighborhood input & City
Council discussion may be needed
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NorthMarq Compass - Multi Family Market Research Report - July 2012
Multi-Family
Apartment Vacancies Holding Steady; Tight Conditions Leading to a Development Boom
• With a 2.8% metro-wide vacancy rate, the Twin Cities apartment market is one of the
nation’s strongest
• Tight market conditions and a lack of new supply are fueling a major development boom,
especially in downtown Minneapolis, Uptown Minneapolis and around the University of
Minnesota’s Minneapolis campus
• 1,114 market-rate units are expected to be delivered in 2012 and another 1,700 to 1,950
units in 2013; thousands more are planned
• Absorption of units by renters slowed to 329 units in first-quarter 2012 as much of the
“de-coupling” of households has now occurred
• Landlords have more pricing power, but rates have not yet increased significantly.
Monthly rents are $935, up 2.1% from a year ago
• More rent growth is anticipated as new, upscale product is delivered and existing
landlords push rents
Overview
It is definitely a good time to be a Twin Cities apartment landlord. At 2.8%, the metro’s vacancy
rate held steady from December 2011, according to Marquette Advisors. It dropped from 3.1%
one year ago and 3.8% in fourth-quarter 2010. Vacancies peaked at 7.3% in 2009.
The vacancy rate is well below the national average of 4.9%. Research company Reis Inc.
reported earlier this year that the Twin Cities was the nation’s third-tightest apartment market
behind New York City and Portland, Ore.
Both urban and suburban properties reported strong demand by renters. Downtown
Minneapolis, for example, posted a 1.9% vacancy rate and southwest Minneapolis was 1.8%.
Thirty-seven of the 56 submarkets tracked posted vacancy rates of 3% or lower. Some of the
higher vacancies were reported in downtown St. Paul at 5.1%, Hopkins at 5.4%, and
Wayzata/Mound at 5.7%
Where Is Demand Coming From?
With some job growth—Twin Cities employers hired 15,500 employees in first-quarter 2012—
and signs of an improving economy, renters who “doubled up” with roommates or moved into
their parents’ basements during the recession are more confident and moving out on their own.
Also, the foreclosure crisis forced more homeowners into renting, and there is a growing renter-
by-choice market, including retiring baby-boomers, seeking the ease and flexibility of renting.
Absorption of units by renters slowed to 329 units in first-quarter 2012 as much of the “de-
coupling” of households has now occurred. An unprecedented 6,400 units were absorbed in
2010.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 6)
Subject: Update on Potential Upcoming Redevelopment Sites and Projects Page 8
Development Boom Continues
Developers are ramping up plans to take advantage of tight market conditions and racing to get
units approved and delivered. The market anticipates 1,114 market-rate apartments being
delivered in 2012 and another 1,700 to 1,950 units in 2013. The majority are higher-end units.
Most development is concentrated in urban and transit-oriented markets, including downtown
Minneapolis, the Uptown area of southwest Minneapolis, and around the University of
Minnesota’s Minneapolis campus. In downtown Minneapolis’ North Loop area alone, 1,500 units
are in the pipeline. Minneapolis’ Hiawatha Corridor is another high-demand development
market.
Developers are also hot on the trail in select closer-in, suburban markets like St. Louis Park and
Bloomington, which are near heavy concentrations of office and retail. (There is much less
interest in pushing development out to outer-ring suburbs.) The market has not seen this much
new apartment construction since the 1980s.
Rents Slowly Rebounding
While market demand and occupancy levels are strong, rents have not yet increased
significantly. They are continuing to edge upward, and landlords should see increasing pricing
power through 2012 and 2013. The average monthly rent is $935, up 2.1% from a year ago, and
concessions have burned off. The monthly rent for a three-bedroom unit in downtown
Minneapolis, for example, increased to $2,557, up 4.5% over last year. The overall effective
rent—rent paid after any discounts—increased 1% for the quarter.
Landlords will likely become more aggressive in pushing rents following the delivery of new
developments, which will give them a new pricing “target.” Many new properties’ asking rents
will be in the $2-psf-per-month range. This will give existing landlords an opportunity to raise
rents and still be the less expensive alternative.
Outlook
The Twin Cities apartment market should continue to be dynamic as demand for apartments is
expected to remain strong and rents continue to edge upward. Landlords could see 2-4% rent
growth in the next year after new, upscale developments are delivered and they take that
opportunity to push rents.
Demand should continue to outpace new construction through the year, and overall occupancy
is expected to remain strong. However, select pockets where development is most concentrated
could see some increase in vacancies. The new projects in the most desired locations will
perform well. Urban and select suburban development will continue.
Strong market fundamentals are attracting investors to the Twin Cities market. Sales were slow
in the first quarter, but they should “pop” in the second half; several big properties are under
contract and more are expected to be marketed for sale.
Continued job growth is essential to maintain healthy demographics; 2012, however, may be a
flat year for job growth.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 6)
Subject: Update on Potential Upcoming Redevelopment Sites and Projects Page 9
Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #: 7
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 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
No action needed. This report is meant solely to provide Council with an update on the
management and proposed budgets for the City’s six Special Service Districts.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
The proposed 2013 budgets and property owner service charges for each service district
(attached) will be presented for Council action at the October 15th Council Meeting. Does
Council need any additional information regarding the Special Service Districts?
BACKGROUND:
History: In 1996, Council approved a resolution authorizing Special Service District (SSD) 1.
Since then, five additional service districts have been set up within the City (SSDs 1-4 are along
Excelsior Boulevard, SSD 5 is along Park Place Boulevard near West End, and SSD 6 is along
W. 36th Street near Hoiggard Village). Except for a short trial in early 2000 when an outside
firm was hired, City staff has provided management services for the service districts. For the
past year Mark Hanson, Public Works Operations Superintendent, has been providing
management services for all six service districts.
Current: Highlights of planned services or activities for 2013 are provided below:
1) Sidewalk snow removal contracts for Districts 1 and 3 are already in place (Twin City
Outdoor Services will remain the contractor).
2) Banner replacement for Districts 1-4 is on-going. New Fall/Winter banners are expected
to be installed in November. Spring/Summer banners will be installed in the spring.
3) Continuation of the decorative “twinkle” lighting is planned for Districts 1-3. SSD 5 will
be reviewed for possible inclusion in 2013. The trees in the medians of SSD 4 are still too
small to support lights. SSD 6 does not have trees in the medians. Decorative lighting
cannot be installed until trees have grown to a sufficient size to accommodate the lighting.
4) All other services (irrigation and landscaping) will remain unchanged.
5) Council should be aware that Special Service District 3 will expire at the end of 2012.
Staff is wrapping up the renewal process to extend the district for another 10 years;
sufficient petitions requesting the extension have been received. Necessary documents to
authorize the extension of SSD 3 will be included in the October 15 Council Meeting.
Summary/Next Steps: Several steps are needed to complete the service district budget and
special assessment processes for 2013.
1) Staff mailed the budget and service charges to all property owners. A voting
memorandum requesting approval of budget and service charges was included with the
financial documents. To date, staff has received 26 responses (including those received at
the meeting described below): 23 approving the budget/service charges as presented, three
opposing the charges.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7) Page 2
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6
2) Staff also met with available service district property owners on October 2nd to present the
2013 budget/service charges. Ten property owners attended the meeting: eight owners
approved the budget/service charges as presented, two opposed the service charges (both
are in SSD 6 and are concerned about additional expenses due to current vacancies – a
follow up meeting will be scheduled with SSD 6 owners to address their concerns).
3) The public hearing for the 2013 budget and property owner service charges will occur at
the October 15th, 2012, council meeting.
4) During November the City certifies the 2013 assessments (service charges) to Hennepin
County.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Each Special Service District has its own budget with a reserve that is carried over from year to
year. The goal for each fund is to maintain a fund reserve equal to 50% of the budget. If fund
reserves are high in a district, the annual budget will not match the total service charge since
excess fund reserves will be used to offset (lower) the service charges. Property owners are used
to “fluctuations” in service charge amounts as they understand infrastructure services and repairs
cannot be accurately predicted (such as snow removal costs). A summary of budget highlights is
presented below:
• SSD#1: No change in budget; significant decrease in service charges (the extremely light
2011-2012 winter resulted in a larger than expected fund balance).
• SSD#2: No change in budget; no change in service charges.
• SSD#3: No change in budget; moderate decrease in service charges (the extremely light
2011-2012 winter resulted in a larger than expected fund balance).
• SSD#4: No change in budget; no change in service charges.
• SSD#5: Slight increase in budget due to rising landscaping costs; moderate increase in
service charges due to a smaller funds transfer (to lower the reserves) than last year.
• SSD#6: Slight increase in budget due to rising landscaping costs; moderate increase in
service charges due to a smaller funds transfer (to lower the reserves) than last year.
VISION CONSIDERATION: Not applicable.
Attachments: SSD #1 – Proposed 2013 Budget and Service Charges
SSD #2 – Proposed 2013 Budget and Service Charges
SSD #3 – Proposed 2013 Budget and Service Charges
SSD #4 – Proposed 2013 Budget and Service Charges
SSD #5 – Proposed 2013 Budget and Service Charges
SSD #6 – Proposed 2013 Budget and Service Charges
Prepared by: Mark Hanson, Public Works Operations Superintendent
Reviewed by: Michael P. Rardin, Public Works Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Object
Account 2012 Final Budget 2013 Proposed Budget
REVENUES
GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES
4016 - PENALTIES/INTEREST
CHARGES FOR SERVICES
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
4621 - SSD FEES -33,326.00 -33,326.00
4621 - SSD - Dept Fees 0.00
4600 - CHARGES FOR SERVICES -33,326.00 -33,326.00
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
5101 - COLLECTED BY CITY
5102 - CURRENT -93,346.00 -93,346.00
OTHER REVENUES
4001 - REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS -126,672.00 -126,672.00
OTHER INCOME
TRANSFERS IN
MISC OTHER REVENUES
8101 - INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS -1,500.00 -1,000.00
8130 - CONTRIBUTIONS/DONATIONS
MISC OTHER INCOME -1,500.00 -1,000.00
8001 - OTHER INCOME
8001 - OTHER INCOME -1,500.00 -1,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES -128,172.00 -127,672.00
EXPENDITURES
SUPPLIES
6212 - GENERAL SUPPLIES 1,000.00 1,000.00
6224 - LANDSCAPING MATERIALS 9,000.00 10,000.00
6210 - SUPPLIES 10,000.00 11,000.00
NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
6303 - OTHER 3,600.00 3,600.00
6300 - NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT 3,600.00 3,600.00
SERVICES & OTHER CHARGES
6410 - GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 4,500.00
6410 - SSD Mgmt Services 0.00 4,500.00
LEGAL
6630 - SSD - snow removal 53,000.00 53,000.00
6630 - SSD Site Maintenance 6,000.00 5,000.00
6630 - SSD - Banner install/removal 2,400.00 2,400.00
6630 - SSD - Irrigation services 9,000.00 9,000.00
6630 - SSD decorative install/maint 7,000.00 7,000.00
6630 - SSD - Landscape services 28,500.00 28,500.00
POSTAGE
COMMUNICATIONS
6950 - LEGAL NOTICES 128.00 153.00
BUSINESS INSURANCE
7106 - PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE 544.00 519.00
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
7207 - SSD infrastructure repair 0.00
UTILITIES
7301 - ELECTRIC SERVICE 2,000.00 2,000.00
7301 - SSD pedestrian 0.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 126,672.00 126,672.00
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES -1,500.00 -1,000.00
SSD #1 Budget
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 3
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK Attachment A
Special Service District #1
Estimated Annual Cost Per Parcel
Proposed 2013 Service Charge
PROPOSED ACTUAL
2013 2012
PAR.PID SERVICE SERVICE
NO.Owner NO.CHARGE CHARGE
1 3601 Park Center Boulevard 36 Park LLC 06-028-24-33-0019 $4,317 $6,309
2 3601 State Hwy No 100 South Target Corporation 06-028-24-33-0015 $9,348 $13,662
3 3777 Park Center Boulevard Lund Food Holdings 06-028-24-33-0014 $9,820 $14,352
4 5400 Auto Club Way AAA 07-028-24-22-0004 $4,755 $6,949
5 3900 Park Nicollet Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-22-0035 $3,687 $5,389
6 5300 Excelsior Boulevard Frauenshuh Co.07-028-24-22-0036 $5,314 $7,767
7 5200 Excelsior Boulevard Frauenshuh Co.07-028-24-22-0037 $1,210 $1,769
8 5100 Excelsior Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-22-0034 $1,690 $2,469
9 3800 Park Nicollet Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-22-0031 $5,003 $7,312
10 3800 Park Nicollet Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-22-0031 $1,111 $1,623
11 5050 Excelsior Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-22-0033 $3,004 $4,391
12 5000 Excelsior Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-22-0032 $675 $986
13 4950 Excelsior Boulevard Zip Printing 07-028-24-21-0006 $492 $719
14 4920 Excelsior Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-21-0005 $407 $595
15 4916 Excelsior Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-21-0004 $602 $880
16 4951 Excelsior Boulevard PNHS 07-028-24-21-0253 $3,904 $5,705
17 4961 Excelsior Boulevard Miracle Mile 07-028-24-22-0023 $556 $813
18 4995 Excelsior Boulevard Miracle Mile 07-028-24-22-0024 $748 $1,093
19 5001 Excelsior Boulevard Miracle Mile 07-028-24-22-0025 $517 $756
20 5201 Excelsior Boulevard Miracle Mile 07-028-24-22-0026 $6,710 $9,807
21 3700 Monterey Drive Rec Center 06-028-24-34-0017 $22,802 $33,326
TOTALS:$86,672 $126,672
Notes:
1) The proposed 2013 service charge calculations are based upon the same methodology used for the initial service charge collection.
2) The proposed 2013 budget is $126,672, but the service charge is only $86,672 because $40,000 was transferred from reserves
to lower the fund balance.
3) Commercial sidewalk snow removal charges are on a front footage basis.
4) All other services charges are based on the parcel's square foot area basis.
ADDRESS
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 4
Object
Account 2012 Final Budget 2013 Proposed Budget
REVENUES
GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES
4016 - PENALTIES/INTEREST
CHARGES FOR SERVICES
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
4621 - SSD FEES -51.00 -55.00
4621 - SSD - Dept Fees 0.00
4600 - CHARGES FOR SERVICES -51.00 -55.00
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
5102 - CURRENT -38,483.00 -40,000.00
5103 - DELINQUENT
OTHER REVENUES
4001 - REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS -38,534.00 -40,055.00
OTHER INCOME
TRANSFERS IN
MISC OTHER REVENUES
8101 - INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS -200.00 -350.00
MISC OTHER INCOME -200.00 -350.00
8001 - OTHER INCOME
8001 - OTHER INCOME -200.00 -350.00
TOTAL REVENUES -38,734.00 -40,405.00
EXPENDITURES
SUPPLIES
6212 - GENERAL SUPPLIES 200.00 200.00
6224 - LANDSCAPING MATERIALS 4,000.00 6,000.00
6210 - SUPPLIES 4,200.00 6,200.00
NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
6303 - OTHER 3,000.00 3,000.00
6300 - NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT 3,000.00 3,000.00
SERVICES & OTHER CHARGES
6410 - GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 2,000.00
6410 - SSD Mgmt Services 0.00 2,000.00
LEGAL
6630 - SSD Site Maintenance 3,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Banner install/removal 1,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Irrigation services 5,000.00 4,000.00
6630 - SSD decorative install/maint 5,000.00 7,000.00
6630 - SSD - Landscape services 21,000.00 20,000.00
POSTAGE
COMMUNICATIONS
6950 - LEGAL NOTICES 136.00 143.00
BUSINESS INSURANCE
7106 - PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE 198.00 191.00
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
7207 - SSD infrastructure repair 0.00
UTILITIES
7301 - ELECTRIC SERVICE 2,000.00 2,000.00
7301 - SSD pedestrian 0.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 46,534.00 46,534.00
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES 7,800.00 6,129.00
SSD #2 Budget
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 5
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK Attachment A
Special Service District #2
Estimated Annual Cost Per Parcel
Proposed 2013 Service Charge
PROPOSED PROPOSED
2013 2012
PID SERVICE SERVICE
OWNER NO.CHARGE CHARGE
3924 Excelsior Blvd Ellipse on Excelsior LLC 06-028-24-41-0003 $2,226 $2,226
3542 Minikadha Ct. Sage Company
3551 Huntington Ave. Frank Murray
4100 Excelsior Blvd Sela Roofing & Remodeling 06-028-24-41-0008 $1,292 $1,292
4120 Excelsior Blvd James & Anne Mattson 06-028-24-41-0009 $1,323 $1,323
3921 Excelsior Blvd Alberto Properties LLP 06-028-24-41-0010 $705 $705
3939 Excelsior Blvd Reuben L Anderson-Cherne, Inc. 06-028-24-41-0014 $1,107 $1,107
3500 Glenhurst Ave Gary James
4011 Excelsior Blvd Richard Hogan
4015 Excelsior Blvd Jeffery Miller
4025 Excelsior Blvd Terrance Williams
4031 Excelsior Blvd Joann Armstrong
3601 Huntington Ave. Martin & Alice Fowler
3901 Excelsior Blvd Alberto Properties LLP 06-028-24-41-0047 $1,304 $1,304
3900 Excelsior Blvd Ellipse on Excelsior LLC 06-028-24-41-0053 $3,969 $3,969
3929 Excelsior Blvd City of St. Louis Park 06-028-24-41-0067 $51 $51
3925 Excelsior Blvd A & A Agency Inc.06-028-24-41-0068 $817 $817
3947 Excelsior Blvd KMS Management 06-028-24-41-0070 $1,834 $1,834
4300 Excelsior Blvd Lyndly F Opitz & Assoc 06-028-24-43-0017 $593 $593
4306 Excelsior Blvd Lyndly F Opitz & Assoc 06-028-24-43-0018 $508 $508
4308 Excelsior Blvd Lyndly F Opitz & Assoc 06-028-24-43-0019 $699 $699
4301 Excelsior Blvd S & S Investments 06-028-24-43-0020 $1,325 $1,325
4321 Excelsior Blvd Koval Furniture & Appliance 06-028-24-43-0021 $786 $786
3757 Kipling Ave S Bruce Remmington
4409 Excelsior Blvd Samfar Real Estate Inc 06-028-24-43-0040 $693 $693
4415 Excelsior Blvd LynnJoy Holdings LLC 06-028-24-43-0041 $616 $616
4419 Excelsior Blvd Celine Properties LLC 06-028-24-43-0042 $1,426 $1,426
4424 Excelsior Blvd Bridgewater Bank 06-028-24-43-0064 $1,184 $1,184
4331 Excelsior Blvd Furniture Liquidators 06-028-24-43-0091 $1,147 $1,147
4320 Excelsior Blvd Lyndly F Opitz & Assoc 06-028-24-43-0186 $1,961 $1,961
4400 Excelsior Blvd Kamps & Associates LLC 06-028-24-43-0187 $4,728 $4,728
4140 Excelsior Blvd Larson Enterprises 06-028-24-44-0001 $2,288 $2,288
3600 Huntington Ave. Elmer Nordstrom
4115 Excelsior Blvd Kooros & Grace Rejali
4121 Excelsior Blvd Kooros & Grace Rejali
4131 Excelsior Blvd Roxanna, Kooros & Grace Rejali
4221 Excelsior Blvd Prima Investments LLC 06-028-24-44-0088 $379 $379
4143 Excelsior Blvd Sam & Pearl Bix
4201 Excelsior Blvd AMF Properties LLC 06-028-24-44-0173 $2,226 $2,226
4200 Excelsior Blvd Di-Jo-Mi Family LTD Partnership 06-028-24-44-0175 $1,509 $1,509
4150 Excelsior Blvd 4150 Excelsior Blvd. Partnership 06-028-24-44-0176 $1,838 $1,838
TOTALS:$38,534 $38,534
Notes:
1) For 2013, there were no changes from either the 2012 budget or the 2012 service charges.
2) The proposed 2013 service charge calculations are based upon the same methodology / formulas
used for the initial service charge collection.
3) The proposed 2013 budget is $46,534 but the service charge is only $38,534 because $8,000 was
transferred from reserves to lower the fund balance.
ADDRESS
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 6
Object
Account 2012 Final Budget 2013 Proposed Budget
REVENUES
GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES
4016 - PENALTIES/INTEREST
CHARGES FOR SERVICES
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
4621 - SSD FEES -1,211.00 -1,200.00
4621 - SSD - Dept Fees 0.00
4600 - CHARGES FOR SERVICES -1,211.00 -1,200.00
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
5102 - CURRENT -54,389.00 -54,000.00
5103 - DELINQUENT
OTHER REVENUES
4001 - REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS -55,600.00 -55,200.00
OTHER INCOME
TRANSFERS IN
MISC OTHER REVENUES
8101 - INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS -500.00 -400.00
MISC OTHER INCOME -500.00 -400.00
8001 - OTHER INCOME
8001 - OTHER INCOME -500.00 -400.00
TOTAL REVENUES -56,100.00 -55,600.00
EXPENDITURES
SUPPLIES
6212 - GENERAL SUPPLIES 500.00 500.00
6224 - LANDSCAPING MATERIALS 4,400.00 5,400.00
6210 - SUPPLIES 4,900.00 5,900.00
NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
6303 - OTHER 2,400.00 2,400.00
6300 - NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT 2,400.00 2,400.00
SERVICES & OTHER CHARGES
6410 - GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 2,500.00
6410 - SSD Mgmt Services 0.00 2,500.00
LEGAL
6630 - SSD - snow removal 28,500.00 28,500.00
6630 - SSD Site Maintenance 1,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Banner install/removal 1,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Irrigation services 6,000.00 5,000.00
6630 - SSD decorative install/maint 2,400.00 2,400.00
6630 - SSD - Landscape services 12,500.00 12,500.00
POSTAGE
COMMUNICATIONS
6950 - LEGAL NOTICES 127.00 139.00
BUSINESS INSURANCE
7106 - PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE 273.00 261.00
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
7205 - BUILDING MTCE SERVICE 0.00
7207 - SSD infrastructure repair 0.00
UTILITIES
7301 - ELECTRIC SERVICE 2,000.00 2,000.00
7301 - SSD pedestrian 0.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 63,600.00 63,600.00
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES 7,500.00 8,000.00
SSD #3 Budget
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 7
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK Attachment A
Special Service District #3
Estimated Annual Cost Per Parcel
Proposed 2013 Service Charge
Proposed Actual
2013 2012
Address Owner PID No.
Service
Charge
Service
Charge
4911 Exc Blvd J & F Reddy Rents Inc 07-028-24-21-0033 $703 $788
4907 Exc Blvd C/O Carol Lindgren 07-028-24-21-0032 $673 $755
4901 Exc Blvd Margolis Law Firm 07-028-24-21-0031 $704 $789
4825 Exc Blvd Donald W Lindall 07-028-24-21-0017 $768 $861
4821 Exc Blvd Donald W Lindall 07-028-24-21-0016 $751 $841
4811 Exc Blvd Robert B Fine 07-028-24-21-0015 $1,399 $1,568
4801 Exc Blvd Gregory Loffhagen 07-028-24-21-0252 $1,555 $1,743
4725 Exc Blvd Excelsior Investments LLC 07-028-24-21-0012 $3,321 $3,723
4701 Exc Blvd J & J Wolfe Properties LLC 07-028-24-21-0011 $2,043 $2,290
4637 Exc Blvd Michael J. Jennings 07-028-24-21-0009 $1,625 $1,822
4617 Exc Blvd Michael J. Jennings 07-028-24-12-0052 $1,569 $1,759
4615 Exc Blvd Judith McGrann 07-028-24-12-0051 $1,174 $1,316
4611 Exc Blvd Diamond Group LLC 07-028-24-12-0050 $1,470 $1,647
4601 Exc Blvd Park Blvd LLP 07-028-24-12-0049 $2,945 $3,301
4509 Exc Blvd Park Blvd LLP 07-028-24-12-0048 $2,081 $2,333
4501 Exc Blvd Chi Won Sohn 07-028-24-12-0047 $1,019 $1,142
4900 Exc Blvd Fitness International LLC 07-028-24-21-0002 $4,006 $4,491
4760 Exc Blvd SLP EDA 07-028-24-21-0258 $1,081 $1,211
4730 Exc Blvd Excelsior & Grand LLC 07-028-24-21-0256 $8,202 $9,195
4630 Exc Blvd Excelsior & Grand LLC 07-028-24-12-0175 $7,056 $7,910
4500 Exc Blvd Blakeley Props & Chalen LP ET 06-028-24-43-0191 $5,455 $6,115
Total $49,600 $55,600
Notes:
1) The proposed 2013 service charge calculations are based upon the same methodology / formulas
used for the initial service charge collection.
A) Commercial sidewalk snow removal charges are on a front footage basis.
B) All other services charges are based on the parcel's square foot area basis.
2) The proposed 2013 budget is $63,600 but the service charge is only $49,600 because $14,000 was
transferred from reserves to lower the fund balance.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 8
Object
Account 2012 Final Budget 2013 Proposed Budget
REVENUES
GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES
4016 - PENALTIES/INTEREST
CHARGES FOR SERVICES
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
4621 - SSD FEES -428.00 -430.00
4621 - SSD - Dept Fees
4600 - CHARGES FOR SERVICES -428.00 -430.00
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
5101 - COLLECTED BY CITY
5102 - CURRENT -14,236.00 -14,500.00
5103 - DELINQUENT
OTHER REVENUES
4001 - REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS -14,664.00 -14,930.00
OTHER INCOME
TRANSFERS IN
MISC OTHER REVENUES
8101 - INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS -700.00 -1,000.00
MISC OTHER INCOME -700.00 -1,000.00
8001 - OTHER INCOME
8001 - OTHER INCOME -700.00 -1,000.00
TOTAL REVENUES -15,364.00 -15,930.00
EXPENDITURES
SUPPLIES
6212 - GENERAL SUPPLIES 1,000.00 950.00
6224 - LANDSCAPING MATERIALS 4,500.00 5,000.00
6210 - SUPPLIES 5,500.00 5,950.00
NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
6303 - OTHER 600.00 2,000.00
6300 - NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT 600.00 2,000.00
SERVICES & OTHER CHARGES
6410 - GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 2,500.00
6410 - SSD Mgmt Services 0.00 2,500.00
LEGAL
6630 - SSD Site Maintenance 2,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Banner install/removal 1,500.00 1,500.00
6630 - SSD - Irrigation services 5,000.00 5,000.00
6630 - SSD decorative install/maint 3,500.00 4,000.00
6630 - SSD - Landscape services 16,000.00 16,000.00
POSTAGE
COMMUNICATIONS
6950 - LEGAL NOTICES 50.00 56.00
BUSINESS INSURANCE
7106 - PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE 164.00 158.00
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
7207 - OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE 1,850.00 500.00
7207 - SSD infrastructure repair 0.00
UTILITIES
7301 - SSD pedestrian 0.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 38,664.00 38,664.00
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES 23,300.00 22,734.00
SSD #4 Budget
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 9
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK Attachment A
Special Service District #4
Estimated Annual Cost Per Parcel
Proposed 2013 Service Charge
Proposed Proposed
2013 2012
PAR Service Service
NO. PID # Owner Charge Charge
1 21-117-21-32-0022 6127 Excelsior Blvd Gregory White $279 $279
2 21-117-21-32-0021 6121 Excelsior Blvd Hung LLC $345 $345
3 21-117-21-32-0006 6111 Excelsior Blvd Full Circle Equities LLC $562 $562
4 21-117-21-23-0100 6011 Excelsior Blvd Ward Properties $554 $554
5 21-117-21-23-0097 6001 Excelsior Blvd Sew What Corporation $268 $268
6 21-117-21-24-0195 5925 Excelsior Blvd Dys Properties $734 $734
7 21-117-21-24-0185 5825 Excelsior Blvd Kil-Ben Excelsior, LLC $704 $704
8 21-117-21-24-0209 5813 Excelsior Blvd Universal Outdoor, Inc. $35 $35
9 21-117-21-24-0208 5809 Excelsior Blvd C.B.S. Real Est Prtnr II LLP $239 $239
10 21-117-21-24-0161 5801 Excelsior Blvd MGV Holdings LLC $276 $276
11 21-117-21-24-0193 5717 Excelsior Blvd LMC, Inc $624 $624
12 21-117-21-24-0141 5707 Excelsior Blvd Len Paul/Gene Pretty Good LLC $475 $475
13 20-117-21-41-0009 6600 Excelsior Blvd Methodist Hospital $2,028 $2,028
14 20-117-21-14-0026 6500 Excelsior Blvd Methodist Hospital $1,074 $1,074
15* 6200 & 6250 Excelsior Blvd $1,541 $1,541
16 21-117-21-23-0130 6112 Excelsior Blvd Snyder Electric Co. $306 $306
17 21-117-21-23-0155 6100 Excelsior Blvd Laurene I Meger $213 $213
18 21-117-21-23-0128 6006 Excelsior Blvd RRK LLC $154 $154
19 21-117-21-23-0127 6002 Excelsior Blvd Firtz Inc $296 $296
20 City Municipal Parking Lot City of St. Louis Park $428 $428
21 21-117-21-23-0011 5930 Excelsior Blvd Leonard C Riley $210 $210
22 21-117-21-23-0010 5922 Excelsior Blvd Muriel B. Frederick $99 $99
23 21-117-21-23-0156 5916 Excelsior Blvd Rackner & Rackner $518 $518
24 21-117-21-24-0083 5900 Excelsior Blvd Realty Income Props 3 LLC $469 $469
25 21-117-21-24-0067 5810 Excelsior Blvd 5812 Excelsior Blvd. Co $396 $396
26 21-117-21-24-0066 5804 Excelsior Blvd 5804 Excelsior Blvd., LLC $338 $338
27 21-117-21-24-0040 5720 Excelsior Blvd Holiday Stationstores Inc. $597 $597
28 21-117-21-24-0202 5608 Excelsior Blvd Helmut Mauer $367 $367
29 21-117-21-24-0019 5600 Excelsior Blvd Payday America Inc. $535 $535
$14,664 $14,664
**6200 & 6250 Excelsior Blvd Charges 2012 2012
21-117-21-32-0133 6200 Excelsior Blvd 101 RE 1 LLC $90 $90
21-117-21-32-0134 6200 Excelsior Blvd 102 Charles and Janice Woodson $94 $94
21-117-21-32-0135 6200 Excelsior Blvd 103 Laurie G Holasek $91 $91
21-117-21-32-0136 6200 Excelsior Blvd 104 Laurie G Holasek $102 $102
21-117-21-32-0137 6200 Excelsior Blvd 201 Dennis and Lois Schlutter $87 $87
21-117-21-32-0138 6200 Excelsior Blvd 202 Dennis and Lois Schlutter $91 $91
21-117-21-32-0139 6200 Excelsior Blvd 203 Unite Rope Holland Dist $119 $119
21-117-21-32-0140 6200 Excelsior Blvd 204 Dennis and Lois Schlutter $105 $105
21-117-21-32-0141 6250 Excelsior Blvd 101 Nemer Fieger & Assoc Inc $96 $96
21-117-21-32-0142 6250 Excelsior Blvd 102 Lgh Properties LLC $89 $89
21-117-21-32-0143 6250 Excelsior Blvd 103 Donald J & Joyce E Borgen $98 $98
21-117-21-32-0144 6250 Excelsior Blvd 104 Lgh Properties LLC $88 $88
21-117-21-32-0145 6250 Excelsior Blvd 201 James V and June M Fieger $94 $94
21-117-21-32-0146 6250 Excelsior Blvd 202 Skads Travel Service Inc $85 $85
21-117-21-32-0147 6250 Excelsior Blvd 203 Lgh Properties LLC $124 $124
21-117-21-32-0148 6250 Excelsior Blvd 204 Joseph Urista $88 $88
$1,541 $1,541
Notes:
* Denotes properties with a single street address but have sub-units that are independently owned.
1) For 2013, there were no changes from either the 2012 budget or the 2012 service charges.
2) The proposed 2013 service charge calculations are based upon the same methodology / formulas
used for the initial service charge collection.
3) The proposed 2013 budget is $38,664 but the service charge is only $14,664 because $24,000 was
transferred from reserves to lower the fund balance.
Address
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 10
Object
Account 2012 Final Budget 2013 Proposed Budget
REVENUES
GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES
4016 - PENALTIES/INTEREST
CHARGES FOR SERVICES
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
4600 - CHARGES FOR SERVICES
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
5102 - CURRENT -12,698.00 -13,000.00
OTHER REVENUES
4001 - REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS -12,698.00 -13,000.00
OTHER INCOME
TRANSFERS IN
MISC OTHER REVENUES
8101 - INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS -200.00 -500.00
MISC OTHER INCOME -200.00 -500.00
8001 - OTHER INCOME
8001 - OTHER INCOME -200.00 -500.00
TOTAL REVENUES -12,898.00 -13,500.00
EXPENDITURES
SUPPLIES
6212 - GENERAL SUPPLIES 500.00 500.00
6223 - banner replacement
6224 - LANDSCAPING MATERIALS 2,000.00 5,000.00
6210 - SUPPLIES 2,500.00 5,500.00
NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
SERVICES & OTHER CHARGES
6410 - GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 3,250.00
6410 - SSD Mgmt Services 0.00 3,250.00
LEGAL
6630 - OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
6630 - SSD Site Maintenance 1,000.00 500.00
6630 - SSD - Banner install/removal 1,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Irrigation services 5,000.00 3,000.00
6630 - SSD decorative install/maint 3,000.00 3,000.00
6630 - SSD - Landscape services 9,000.00 9,000.00
POSTAGE
COMMUNICATIONS
6950 - LEGAL NOTICES 135.00 136.00
BUSINESS INSURANCE
7106 - PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE 113.00 112.00
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
7207 - OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE 1,300.00 300.00
UTILITIES
7301 - ELECTRIC SERVICE 1,400.00 1,400.00
7301 - SSD pedestrian
7301 - SSD decorative
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 27,698.00 27,198.00
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES 14,800.00 13,698.00
SSD #5 Budget
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 11
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK Attachment A
Special Service District #5
Estimated Annual Cost Per Parcel
Proposed 2013 Service Charge
Proposed Proposed
2013 2012
PID Address Owner
Service
Charge
Service
Charge
04-117-21-31-0018 5611 Wayzata Blvd KK Corporation $721 $490
04-117-21-31-0019 1500 Park Place Blvd Doubletree Hotel $4,234 $2,875
04-117-21-34-0043 5600 Cedar Lake Rd Inland Real Estate Corp $1,515 $1,029
04-117-21-34-0044 1690 Park Place Blvd James & Patricia Oslund $667 $453
04-117-21-34-0045 1650 Park Place Blvd Inland Real Estate Corp $820 $556
04-117-21-34-0046 1620 Park Place Blvd Inland Real Estate Corp $743 $505
04-117-21-34-0047 5699 16th St W Inland Real Estate Corp $746 $507
04-117-21-34-0049 1700 Park Place Blvd Costco Wholesale $584 $397
04-117-21-34-0050 5601 16th St W Inland Ryan LLC $572 $388
30-029-24-32-0026 5353 Wayzata Blvd 5353 Wayzata LLC $1,477 $1,003
30-029-24-33-0011 5401 Gamble Dr Parkdale Property LLC $1,305 $886
30-029-24-33-0015 5402 Parkdale Dr Parkdale Property LLC $2,360 $1,603
30-029-24-32-0022 5370 16th St W Shops at West End $667 $453
30-029-24-33-0031 1600 West End Blvd Shops at West End $2,287 $1,553
$18,698 $12,698
Notes:
1) The proposed 2013 service charge calculations are based upon the same methodology / formulas
used for the initial service charge collection.
2) The 2013 budget is $27,198 but the service charge is only $18,698 because $8,500 was transferred
from reserves to lower the fund balance.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 12
Object
Account 2012 Final Budget 2013 Proposed Budget
REVENUES
GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES
4016 - PENALTIES/INTEREST
CHARGES FOR SERVICES
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
4621 - SSD FEES -1,527.00 -1,527.00
4621 - SSD - User Fees
4621 - SSD - Dept Fees 0.00
4600 - CHARGES FOR SERVICES -1,527.00 -1,527.00
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
5102 - CURRENT -15,128.00 -15,128.00
OTHER REVENUES
4001 - REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS -16,655.00 -16,655.00
OTHER INCOME
TRANSFERS IN
MISC OTHER REVENUES
8101 - INTEREST ON INVESTMENTS -100.00 -325.00
MISC OTHER INCOME -100.00 -325.00
8001 - OTHER INCOME
8001 - OTHER INCOME -100.00 -325.00
TOTAL REVENUES -16,755.00 -16,980.00
EXPENDITURES
SUPPLIES
6212 - GENERAL SUPPLIES 400.00 200.00
6224 - LANDSCAPING MATERIALS 3,700.00 3,700.00
6210 - SUPPLIES 4,100.00 3,900.00
NON-CAPITAL EQUIPMENT
SERVICES & OTHER CHARGES
6410 - GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 2,500.00
6410 - SSD Mgmt Services 0.00 2,500.00
LEGAL
6630 - SSD Site Maintenance 1,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Banner install/removal 1,000.00 1,000.00
6630 - SSD - Irrigation services 3,300.00 3,000.00
6630 - SSD decorative install/maint 3,500.00 3,500.00
6630 - SSD - Landscape services 9,000.00 9,000.00
POSTAGE
COMMUNICATIONS
6950 - LEGAL NOTICES 150.00 151.00
BUSINESS INSURANCE
7106 - PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE 105.00 104.00
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
7207 - OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE 1,000.00 1,000.00
7207 - SSD infrastructure repair 0.00
UTILITIES
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 25,655.00 25,155.00
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES
4000 - REVENUES & EXPENSES 8,900.00 8,175.00
SSD #6 Budget
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 13
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK Attachment A
Special Service District #6
Estimated Annual Cost Per Parcel
Proposed 2013 Service Charge
Proposed Proposed
2013 2012
PID Address Owner Service Charge Service Charge
16-117-21-34-0027 3601 Wooddale Ave Wooddale Catered LVG Owner $3,315 $2,882
16-117-21-34-0355 5600 36th St W Jule Mgmt LLC $3,103 $2,697
16-117-21-34-0073 5605 36th St W 36th Street LLC $2,952 $2,566
16-117-21-34-0068 5800 36th St W Standal Properties Inc $1,755 $1,526
16-117-21-34-0040 5700 36th St W Standal Properties Inc $1,755 $1,526
16-117-21-34-0077 5721 36th St W Arnold R Bloomquist $1,232 $1,071
16-117-21-34-0072 5701 36th St W M A Lerner & S O Lerner $1,108 $963
16-117-21-34-0024 3575 Wooddale Ave City of St. Louis Park $585 $509
16-117-21-34-0042 5814 36th St W City of St. Louis Park $585 $509
16-117-21-34-0041 5816 36th St W City of St. Louis Park $585 $509
16-117-21-34-0038 5724 36th St W LRJ of Minnesota Ltd Partnership $585 $509
16-117-21-34-0071 5718 36th St W M A Lerner & S O Lerner $585 $509
16-117-21-34-0046 5727 36th St W R & SA Investment LLC $585 $509
16-117-21-34-0015 3536 State Hwy No 100 S SLMB LLC $425 $370
16-117-21-34-0001 5810 37th St W Wooddale Catered LVG Owner $0 $0
Total $19,155 $16,655
Notes:
1) The proposed 2013 service charge calculations are based upon the same methodology / formulas
used for the initial service charge collection.
2) The proposed 2013 budget is $25,155 but the service charge is only $19,155 because $6,000 was paid
from reserves to lower the fund balance.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 7)
Subject: 2013 Budget & Property Owner Service Charges - Special Service Districts No. 1-6 Page 14
Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #: 8
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:
Amend Recycling Contract with Eureka Recycling
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
None at this time. The purpose of this report is to provide Council with an update on the City’s
recycling contract negotiations with Eureka Recycling. The current schedule anticipates bringing
a contract amendment to Council for approval next Monday, October 15.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
None at this time. Please let staff know of any comments or questions you might have.
BACKGROUND:
History
On March 3, 2008, Council awarded a contract to Eureka Recycling for residential recycling
collection services. The contract began October 1, 2008, and runs through September 30, 2013.
The contract specified materials to be collected curbside and established terms for revenue
sharing.
On December 21, 2009, Council approved Amendment No. 1 to this contract to modify revenue
sharing between Eureka Recycling and the City to address financial issues Eureka Recycling was
encountering due to economic events affecting recycling commodity markets. The Amendment
provided Eureka Recycling additional financial security by guaranteeing them additional revenue
sharing income and reduced performance bond costs. The net effect of this was reduced revenue
sharing proceeds to the City.
On May 21, 2012, Council adopted the 2012-2015 Hennepin County Residential Recycling
Grant Agreement that requires all cities in the county to collect #1 thru #5 plastic containers and
lids by January 1, 2013.
Contract Amendment with Eureka Recycling
Throughout the 2008-2013 recycling contract, City staff has been encouraging Eureka Recycling
to expand recycling materials collection, especially plastics. Over the past six months staff and
Eureka Recycling have had numerous discussions regarding adding additional plastics to the
collection stream as a means to adhere to the Hennepin County Recycling Grant Agreement
requirements described above.
Eureka Recycling has agreed to collect #1-5 and #7 plastics containers/lids and collect clear rigid
packaging. The containers/lids are plastic materials that are typically found in the kitchen,
bathroom and laundry room, while the clear rigid packaging is typically used for toys and
electronics. For various reasons, Eureka doesn’t consider #3 or #6 plastics as recyclable;
however, most #3 and #6 plastics will be collected because of the difficulty trying to differentiate
them from other plastic material types at the curb. Once collected, Eureka will sort out #3 and
#6 non-recyclables at their MRF (Material Recycling Facility) and dispose of them as residuals.
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The sorting out and disposal of the non-recyclables will require modifications to Eureka’s MRF
along with a staffing increase thereby increasing Eureka’s operating costs.
Examples of plastic items that will not be collected are disposable plates and cups, foam egg
cartons, aspirin bottles, compact disc containers, styrofoam, and bulky rigid plastics (i.e. carts,
crates, laundry baskets, 5-gallon buckets, kitty litter pails, toys, etc.).
Staff, working with Eureka and the City Attorney, has negotiated a contract amendment which
provides for the collection of additional plastics and addresses Eureka’s increased operating
costs. The Amendment allows for increased revenues to Eureka by revising the revenue sharing
agreement between the City and Eureka. This revision removes plastic materials from the
revenue sharing formula allowing Eureka to keep those potential revenues which are expected to
offset their increased operating expenses. The amendment also modifies how glass revenue
sharing with Eureka is calculated. These changes result in a reduction of about $60,000 per year
in revenue sharing proceeds for the City. The City currently receives about $150,000 per year in
revenue sharing proceeds from Eureka Recycling.
Next Steps
Based on Council direction, the following is planned:
1. Staff will present a contract amendment between Eureka Recycling and the City for
Council approval at the next Council meeting.
2. Staff will work with the City’s Communication Coordinator to prepare educational
materials for residents explaining what new plastics materials will be collected and which
will not be collected. The plan is to have an article in the November Park Perspective,
mail educational materials to residents, and place information on the City website all
about 7-10 days prior to the start of new plastics collection.
3. Collection of additional plastics is currently scheduled to begin Monday, November 12,
2012.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Using the 2011 revenue share amount the City received for plastics, it is estimated that the
amount of lost revenue sharing to the City, associated with this contract amendment (ten months
of the contract remain), will be approximately $50,000.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
The City’s refuse and recycling activities support or complement the following Strategic
Direction adopted by the City Council.
St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in environmental stewardship. We will
increase environmental consciousness and responsibility in all areas of City business.
Focus areas:
• Educating staff / public on environmental consciousness, stewardship, and best practices.
• Working in areas such as…environmental innovations.
Attachments: None
Prepared by: Scott Merkley, Public Works Coordinator
Reviewed by: Michael P. Rardin, Director of Public Works
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item #:
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:
Business Park Zoning District - Rezoning Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
None at this time. Please let staff know of any questions or comments you might have.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
Is the proposed rezoning of the specified parcels to the Business Park classification consistent
with the Land Use Guide Plan of the Comprehensive Plan, and appropriate at this time?
BACKGROUND:
The new Business Park Zoning District was adopted into the Zoning Ordinance on May 7th,
2012. At that time the Council directed Staff to develop a process for rezoning parcels guided
for future Business Park uses in the Comprehensive Plan to the new district. Staff presented a
communication plan to the Council in August, and since that time has been meeting with owners
of affected properties and residents living nearby.
There are 57 properties guided for future Business Park use. Between those parcels, there are 39
separate owners. Two notifications were sent regarding a series of public open houses held for
the property owners; of the 39 owners. Sixteen owners, representing 26 of the affected parcels,
attended the meetings or met with staff separately.
Besides the property owners, invitations were sent to neighborhood leaders from Triangle, Wolfe
Park, Minikahda Oaks, Elmwood, South Oak Hill, Meadowbrook, and Brooklawns. Several
neighborhood representatives attended, predominately from the Triangle and Minikahda Oaks
neighborhoods.
Property owners were generally supportive of the proposed rezoning. However, there were a few
property owners who may be opposed to the rezoning:
1. Mr. Ben Smith, Burch-Keats LLC, 5100 35th Street West
Ø American Tire (distribution)
2. Mr. Dick Nelson, Nelson Development Company, 3501 State Hwy 100
Ø Desq Office Solutions, Centerpoint Massage School
3. Mr. Don Kasbohm, DMD Properties LLC, 5725 State Hwy 7
Ø Former McGarvey Coffee site
The first two property owners listed had concerns about the needs of tenants who might wish to
expand the amount of warehousing done on-site. The Business Park District restricts
warehousing to no greater than 50% of the building; if the building is already over 50%, the
warehousing can continue indefinitely, but may not be expanded. This means that all the
existing uses in the properties to be rezoned may continue, but cannot expand under current state
law. The third property owner purchased the McGarvey Coffee site intending to redevelop the
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site, but would like to preserve the ability to expand warehouse space on the site in the interim
period before a redevelopment proposal is created.
NEXT STEPS
Open houses were held on September 11th & 12, 2012. A public hearing is tentatively set for
Wednesday, November 7, 2012 before the Planning Commission to rezone all of the properties
to Business Park. Additional information will be sent to every property owner to encourage their
participation in the rezoning process and attendance at the Planning Commission public hearing.
On October 17, 2012, the Planning Commission will hold a Study Session to discuss the
rezoning. Property owners will be notified of this meeting as well.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
Not applicable.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not directly applicable.
Attachments: Maps – Business Park Areas - Comprehensive Plan
Map – Properties Requesting to Opt-Out of the Rezoning
Prepared by: Adam Fulton, Planner
Reviewed by: Meg J. McMonigal, Planning and Zoning Supervisor
Kevin Locke, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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COM - Commercial
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BP - Business Park
CIV - Civic
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City of St. Louis Park 2030 Comprehensive PlanPrinted September 25, 2012
Legend
RL - Low Density Residential
RM - Medium Density Residential
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COM - Commercial
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McGarvey Coffee Site5725 State Hwy 7
Desq Office Solutions3501 State Hwy 100
American Tire5100 W 35th St.
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Meeting Date: October 8, 2012
Agenda Item#: 10
Regular Meeting Public Hearing Action Item Consent Item Resolution Ordinance
Presentation Special Meeting Other:
EDA Meeting Action Item Resolution Other:
Study Session Discussion Item Written Report Special Session Other:
TITLE:
SWLRT DEIS Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
No action required at this time. As noted later in this report, staff is proposing that this matter be
discussed at the 11/13 Study Session after staff and its consultant have had a chance to at least
preliminarily review the document. Until that time, please let staff know of any questions or
comments you might have.
POLICY CONSIDERATION:
None at this time. The purpose of this staff report is to update the City Council on the status and
schedule for the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (SW LRT DEIS).
BACKGROUND:
The SW LRT DEIS has not yet been published. The anticipated date for release of the SW DEIS
is 10/12/12. Hennepin County and everyone else is moving forward as if that will really truly be
the release date even though there have been many previously anticipated release dates that have
come and gone without publication of it.
On September 25th the Hennepin County Regional Rail Authority (HCRRA) set dates for three
public hearings on the soon to be released SW DEIS. One of those hearings will be held in St.
Louis Park. Anyone interested is welcome to attend and speak at any and all the hearings. The
public hearing at St. Louis Park will be Wednesday, November 14th, at 6:00pm at the St. Louis
Park City Hall City Council Chambers.
The other two public hearings will be held Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 6:00 PM at the Eden
Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road; and, Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 4:30 PM in room A-
2400 at the Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The public hearing dates were set in anticipation of the official publication of SW LRT DEIS on
October 12, 2012. Official notice of publication of the SW DEIS will appear in the Federal
Register and will start the minimum 45 day public comment period on the SW DEIS. Because
the official comment period falls during the holiday season, the HCRRA has decided that the
official comment period should be extended to 60 days. Assuming publication of the SW DEIS
on the expected date, October 12, 2012, the 60 day comment period will end at midnight,
December 11, 2012.
In addition to the public hearings, anyone wishing to comment on the SW DEIS may do so on-
line at www.southwesttransitway.org/ or by mail or FAX to the HCRRA. It is expected the
DEIS document will be very large. As such, staff will make sure a link is provided to the City
Council for its review. This link will also be provided on the City’s web site.
Study Session Meeting of October 8, 2012 (Item No. 10) Page 2
Subject: SWLRT DEIS Update
The expectation is that the City will want to review and submit official comments on the SW
DEIS. In addition to staff review of the document, we have arranged to have Dave McKenzie
and his firm, SEH, review the document and assist with drafting comments. Dave did indicate
that SEH will be part of a team of consultants that will be proposing for a SWLRT Preliminary
design contract. Their role would be water resources (drainage) and roadway reconstruction on
the LPA route and would be a very small portion of the contract if their team is selected. It is
also anticipated that the SW DEIS will be placed on the November 13th City Council Study
Session agenda as a discussion item.
FINANCIAL OR BUDGET CONSIDERATION:
The cost of assistance with review of the DEIS is yet to be fully scoped out. It is anticipated that
any costs associated with any consultant review would be paid for from the Development Fund.
The work done during the freight rail EAW process will be useful background material in the
review of the SW LRT DEIS and reduce the cost of the review.
VISION CONSIDERATION:
Not Applicable
Attachments: None
Prepared by: Kevin Locke, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager