HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019/08/05 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA
AUG. 5, 2019
6:20 p.m. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY – Council chambers
1.Call to order
2.Roll call
3.Approval of minutes
3a. Special EDA meeting minutes July 22, 2019
5.Reports
5a. Approval of EDA disbursements
7.New business
7a. Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan for the Reilly Tar Superfund Site
Recommended action: Motion to approve the amended Consent Decree and Remedial Action
Plan for the Reilly Tar Superfund site.
6:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MEETING – Council chambers
1.Call to order
1a. Pledge of allegiance
1b. Roll call
2. Presentations
2a. Playground junior leader recognition
2b. 5th Annual SLP Harvest Festival proclamation
2c. Recognition of donations
3.Approval of minutes
3a. Study session minutes of June 24, 2019
3b. Study session minutes of July 8, 2019
3c. City council meeting minutes of July 15, 2019
4.Approval of agenda and items on consent calendar
NOTE: The Consent Calendar lists those items of business which are considered to be routine and/or which need no
discussion. Consent items are acted upon by one motion. If discussion is desired by either a Councilmember or a
member of the audience, that item may be moved to an appropriate section of the regular agenda for discussion. The
items for the Consent Calendar are listed on the last page of the Agenda.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve the Agenda as presented and items listed on the Consent
Calendar; and to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances. (Alternatively: Motion to add or remove items
from the agenda, or move items from Consent Calendar to regular agenda for discussion.)
5.Boards and Commissions -- None
Meeting of Aug. 5, 2019
City council agenda
6.Public hearings
6a. Surface Water Management Plan update
Recommended action: Mayor to open public hearing, receive comments, then close the
public hearing. Motion to adopt Resolution approving the 2018 Surface Water Management
Plan update.
7.Requests, petitions, and communications from the public – None
8.Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan for Reilly Tar Superfund Site
Recommended action: Motion to approve the amended consent decree and remedial action
plan for the Reilly Tar Superfund site.
8b. Adoption of the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving the St. Louis Park 2040
Comprehensive Plan. (Requires 5 affirmative votes.)
8c. Comprehensive plan related zoning map amendments
Recommended action: Motion to approve the first reading of an Ordinance amending
the zoning map under Chapter 36 and set the second reading for August 19, 2019.
(Requires 5 affirmative votes.)
9. Communications – None
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Meeting of Aug. 5, 2019
City council agenda
Consent calendar
4a. Accept for filing city disbursement claims for the period of July 6, through July 26, 2019.
4b. Adopt Resolution accepting work and authorizing final payment in the amount of $101,449.81
to C.S. McCrossan Inc. for the replacement of the W. 37th Street Bridge city contract No. 112-17
4c. Adopt Resolution accepting work and authorizing final payment in the amount of $1,200.00
for the Carpenter Park Regional Stormwater Improvement Project with Peterson Companies,
city contract No. 72-17.
4d. Approve a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for Church of the Holy Family at 5925
West Lake Street for their event to be held September 7 and 8, 2019.
4e. Adopt Resolution approving matching funds to SLP Nest in the amount of $20,000.
4f. Adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a monetary donation from the International Code
Council in the amount of $750.00 to reimburse in part related travel expenses for Brian
Hoffman, Director of Building and Energy, to have participated at the 2019 National Energy
Codes Conference May 28-31 in Denver Colorado.
4g. Adopt Resolution approving and authorizing the mayor and city manager to execute a
temporary right to construct and acceptance of a temporary access for the Met Council’s
Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project.
4h. Adopt Resolution accepting monetary donations to Westwood Hills Nature Center for
educational programming.
4i. Adopt Resolution authorizing installation of permit parking restrictions in front of 2600 Raleigh
Avenue.
4j. Adopt Resolution approving relocation of polling place for Ward 3, Precinct 9, from Prince of
Peace Lutheran Church to Knollwood Place Apartments, 3630 Phillips Parkway.
4k. Adopt Resolution electing not to waive the statutory tort limits for liability insurance.
4l. Adopt Resolution accepting work and authorizing final payment in the amount of $20,956.80
for the 2018 Alley Reconstruction project with G.L. Contracting, Inc., city contract No. 63-18.
4m. Adopt Resolution approving the removal of assessment of $1,677.16 in delinquent charge for
PID 3102924330115.
Meeting: Economic development authority
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Minutes: 3a
Unofficial minutes
Special EDA meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
July 22, 2019
1.Call to order
Vice President Brausen called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
Commissioners present: Vice President Tim Brausen, Rachel Harris, Anne Mavity, Thom Miller,
Margaret Rog, and Jake Spano (arrived at meeting 6:38 p.m.).
Commissioners absent: President Steve Hallfin
Staff present: Executive Director (Mr. Harmening), CFO (Mr. Simon), Deputy City
Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms. Deno), Director of Operations & Recreation (Ms.
Walsh), Police Chief Harcey, Fire Chief Koering, Deputy Fire Chief Wolff, Communications
Manager (Ms. Smith), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
2.Roll call
3.Approval of minutes
3a. EDA minutes of June 17, 2019
It was moved by Commissioner Mavity, seconded by Commissioner Miller, to approve the
EDA June 17, 2019 meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 5-0 (President Hallfin and Commissioner Spano absent).
4.Approval of agenda and items on EDA consent calendar
4a. Accept for filing city disbursement claims for the period of May 24 through July
5, 2019.
4b. Adopt EDA Resolution No. 19-07 approving the purchase agreement between
the EDA and Thomas C. Evans and Constance G. Evans for 5643 Minnetonka
Boulevard and authorize the President and Executive Director to execute the
documents necessary to complete the real estate transaction.
4c. Adopt EDA Resolution No. 19-08 finding the building at 3200 Lynn Ave S
structurally substandard to a degree requiring removal.
It was moved by Commissioner Harris, seconded by Commissioner Miller, to approve the
EDA consent calendar as presented.
The motion passed 5-0 (President Hallfin and Commissioner Spano absent).
Economic development authority meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 3a) Page 2
Title: Special economic development authority meeting minutes of July 22, 2019
5. Reports - none
6. Old business - none
7. New business - none
8. Communications - none
9. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 6:36 p.m.
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Melissa Kennedy, Secretary Tim Brausen, Vice President
Meeting: Economic development authority
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 5a
Executive summary
Title: Approval of EDA disbursements
Recommended action: Motion to accept for filing EDA disbursement claims for the period of
July 6, through July 26, 2019.
Policy consideration: Does the EDA desire to approve EDA disbursements in accordance with
Article V – Administration of Finances, of the EDA bylaws?
Summary: The finance division prepares this report on a monthly basis for the EDA to review and
approve. The attached reports show both EDA disbursements paid by physical check and those
by wire transfer or Automated Clearing House (ACH) when applicable.
Financial or budget considerations: Review and approval of the information follows the EDA’s
charter and provides another layer of oversight to further ensure fiscal stewardship.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: EDA disbursements
Prepared by: Kari Mahan, Accounting Clerk
Reviewed by: Tim Simon, Chief Financial Officer
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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1Page -Council Check SummaryNote: Payment amount may not reflect the actual amount due to data sequencing and/or data selection.
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Amount
ObjectVendorBU Description
211,547.304800 EXCELSIOR APARTMENTS LLC 4900 EXC BLVD TIF DIST G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
211,547.30
43,142.22ADAGIO LLC HOIGAARD VILLAGE DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
43,142.22
61,854.20BELT LINE PROPERTIES INC WOLFE LAKE COMMERCIAL TIF G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
61,854.20
100.00BOND TRUST SERVICES CORP HOIGAARD 2010A DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
475.002008B GO TAX INCREM BONDS G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
575.00
231.00CAMPBELL KNUTSON PROF ASSOC DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A LEGAL SERVICES
231.00
119,610.23CEDAR LAKE ROAD APARTMENTS LLC ELIOT PARK TIF DIST G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
119,610.23
1,141,109.32DUKE REALTY WEST END TIF DIST G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
1,141,109.32
20,651.20EDGEWOOD INVESTORS LLC EDGEWOOD TIF DIST G & A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
20,651.20
79,741.23ELLIPSE II LLC ELLIPSE II G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
79,741.23
10,000.00FORECAST PUBLIC ART DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10,000.00
521,407.02GOTTMAR II LLC PARK COMMONS G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
521,407.02
754,165.36GOTTMAR LLC PARK COMMONS G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
754,165.36
387.00GREEN HORIZONS 7015 WALKER-RYNLDS WELDING LAND MAINTENANCE
219.00BELTLINE SWLRT DEVELOPMENT LAND MAINTENANCE
90.00WOODDALE STATION TIF DIST LAND MAINTENANCE
84.00MTKA BLVD PROPERTIES LAND MAINTENANCE
Economic development authority meeting of Aug. 5, 2019 (Item No. 5a)
Title: Approval of EDA disbursements Page 2
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Amount
ObjectVendorBU Description
357.00HWY 7 & LOUISIANA LAND MAINTENANCE
1,137.00
67,542.16HIGHWAY 7 BUSINESS CENTER LLC HWY 7 BUSINESS CENTER G & A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
67,542.16
3,000.00LOCKRIDGE GRINDAL NAUEN PLLP DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A LEGAL SERVICES
3,000.00
42,445.61MEDLEY ROW LLC HOIGAARD VILLAGE DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
42,445.61
1,910.00REDPATH & COMPANY DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
1,910.00
375.00SCOTT NELSON COACHING INC DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
375.00
8,687.86SEHDEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A PLANNING
8,687.86
275,075.67SIDAL REALTY CO LTD PARTNERSHIP LLLP MILL CITY G&A DEVELOPER TAX INCREMNT PYMT
275,075.67
Report Totals 3,364,207.38
Economic development authority meeting of Aug. 5, 2019 (Item No. 5a)
Title: Approval of EDA disbursements Page 3
Meeting: Economic development authority
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Action agenda item: 7a
Executive summary
Title: Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan for the Reilly Tar Superfund Site
Recommended action: Motion to approve the amended Consent Decree and Remedial Action
Plan for the Reilly Tar Superfund site.
Policy consideration: Does the EDA support moving forward with the amended consent
decree?
Summary: Since 2013 the city has worked with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
(“MPCA”) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) to prepare an
Amended Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan (“CD-RAP”) for the Reilly Tar & Chemical
Superfund Site. The amended CD-RAP is based on the current U.S. Department of Justice
(“DOJ”) model and provides greater flexibility for the city and the regulatory agencies to tailor
the remedy to address current and future conditions at the site and insure the health and
safety of the community. Among other changes, the main points of the amended CD-RAP
include:
•Incorporates current water quality standards and provides that new and/or revised
standards will apply automatically;
•Implements the remedy (groundwater pumping and treatment) through separate
plans which can be modified to address changing site conditions without reopening
the CD-RAP;
•Removes certain parties (Vertellus Industries and Minnesota Department of Health)
and provides a limited role for others (Oak Park Village, Philip’s Investment, and
City of Hopkins); and
•Creates a mechanism to use the funds, if any, that EPA recovers in connection with
the bankruptcy of the former Site owner (Vertellus Industries) to reimburse the
City’s costs related to the Site.
Next Steps: The remaining parties, MPCA, EPA and the U.S. Department of Justice, are going
through formal approval and obtaining signatures. Once the amended Consent Decree is signed
by all parties, the DOJ will file a Notice of Lodging Consent Decree with the US District Court.
This filing will trigger a 30-day public comment period after which the court can give final
approval of the CD-RAP.
Financial or budget considerations: None at this time.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Prepared by: Cynthia S. Walsh, Operations and Recreation Director
Karen Barton, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Economic development authority meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 7a) Page 2
Title: Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan for the Reilly Tar Superfund Site
Discussion
Background: The City has worked with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (“MPCA”) and
the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) to prepare an Amended Consent
Decree and Remedial Action Plan (“CD-RAP”) for to the Reilly Tar & Chemical Superfund Site.
The Amended CD-RAP is based on the current U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) model and
provides greater flexibility for the City and the regulatory agencies to tailor the remedy to
address current and future conditions at the site. The primary changes include; incorporating
current water quality standards and providing that new and/or revised standards will apply
automatically; implementing the remedy (groundwater pumping and treatment) through
separate plans which can be modified to address changing site conditions without reopening
the CD-RAP; removing certain parties (Vertellus Industries and Minnesota Department of
Health) and provide a limited role for others (Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Oak Park
Village, Philip’s Investment and City of Hopkins); and creating a mechanism to reimburse the
city’s costs if the EPA recovers funds from the former site owner (Vertellus Industries).
Present considerations: The parties to the existing CD-RAP will also need to sign this amended
document. Philip’s Investment (Park Tavern) has already signed the amended Consent Decree
The City of Hopkins approved the amended Consent Decree at its June 18, 2019 City Council
meeting and is expected to sign the document soon. Since Oak Park Village is in the process of
selling its property, we are working with the DOJ on an access agreement with the buyer in
advance of Oak Park Village signing the Amended CD-RAP prior to the mid-July closing of the
sale. The remaining parties, MPCA, EPA and the U.S. Department of Justice, are going through
formal approval and obtaining signatures. Timing of the final approval from the DOJ will depend
upon whether they will view the amended CD-RAP as an update to the existing CD-RAP (roughly
one month for approval) or as a new CD-RAP (roughly two months). The DOJ attorney assigned
to the site is recommending that it be addressed as an update because it does not add any
parties or address any new areas of contamination. Once the amended Consent Decree is
signed by all parties, the DOJ will file a Notice of Lodging Consent Decree with the US District
Court. This filing will trigger a 30-day public comment period after which the court can give final
approval of the CD-RAP.
Next steps: The remaining parties, MPCA, EPA and the U.S. Department of Justice, are going
through formal approval and obtaining signatures. Once the amended Consent Decree is signed
by all parties, the DOJ will file a Notice of Lodging Consent Decree with the US District Court.
This filing will trigger a 30-day public comment period after which the court can give final
approval of the CD-RAP.
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Presentation: 2a
Executive summary
Title: Playground junior leader recognition
Recommended action: The mayor is asked to recognize the junior leaders for their service this
summer. Recreation Supervisor, Lisa Abernathy, along with Summer Playground Supervisor,
Kelson MacKenzie, will be in attendance to assist with the presentation.
Policy consideration: Not applicable.
Summary: There were 40 youth volunteers that completed the program this summer and
collectively they have volunteered over 1,500 hours.
The junior leader’s program has been part of the Recreation Division for close to 34 years.
Junior leaders for the Operations and Recreation Department volunteer during June and July in
the summer playground program. The goal of this program is to offer 7th through 9th grade
youth an opportunity to maintain their relationship with the summer playground program,
while gaining valuable on-the-job experience assisting full-time leaders with other youth, ages
six to twelve.
Job responsibilities included assisting leaders with program activities, set-up and clean-up and
initiating activities for playground participants. Junior leaders demonstrated responsibility,
positive attitudes and a willingness to spend part of their summer volunteering their time at a
neighborhood park. During their time in the parks this summer, they became role models for
the program participants they worked with, as well as excellent helpers for the full-time
leaders.
This summer there were 14 playground sites with close to 850 kids registered. Along with
playground staff, junior leaders play a key role in providing a positive experience for each
participant. Junior leaders were required to work a minimum of 40 hours during the summer
playground program.
The junior leaders are rewarded with this special recognition, a letter of recommendation and
passes to The Rec Center’s ice arena and Aquatic Park.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: None
Prepared by: Stacy Voelker, Senior Office Assistant
Lisa Abernathy, Recreation Supervisor
Reviewed by: Cynthia S. Walsh, Director of Operations and Recreation
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Presentation: 2b
Executive summary
Title: 5th Annual SLP Harvest Festival proclamation
Recommended action: The Mayor is asked to read and present the proclamation to the Interns,
Board and friends of SLP SEEDS.
Policy consideration: None at this time.
Summary: SLP SEEDS, a nonprofit organization supporting food equity, wellbeing and resilience
through life-skill education, engagement and advocacy, hosts its 5th Annual SLP Harvest Festival
on August 25th, with a bike tour or free bus tour of the seven educational edible food bank
gardens in St. Louis Park, starting and ending at Louisiana Oaks Park Edible Playground, followed
by a community meal and visioning at 12:30. SLP SEEDS interns will be leading the garden tours
and visioning. All citizens in our community are invited to join the potluck community harvest
meal and town visioning to discuss food equity, community desires and goals.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Proclamation
Prepared by: Debbie Fischer, Administrative Services Office Assistant
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 2b) Page 2
Title: 5th Annual SLP Harvest Festival proclamation
Proclamation
5th Annual SLP Harvest Festival,
Bus or Bike Tour of Educational Food Bank Gardens and
Community Meal with Town Visioning
Whereas, SLP SEEDS, a nonprofit supporting equitable wellness and resiliency in the
Park, is hosting the 5th Annual SLP Harvest Festival celebration on August 25, 2019 at Louisiana
Oaks Edible Playground from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a Community Meal to follow.
Whereas, SLP SEEDS provides strong advocacy for eliminating hunger and increasing
well-being in St. Louis Park, including running seven garden sites within the city to provide
food for those in need of access to fresh food, and
Whereas, SLP SEEDS provides free cooking classes to learn multiple ways to use fresh
food through garden-to-table education, and
Whereas, Community meals offer opportunities for community visioning for citizens
of all ages and across cultures coming to the table to discuss goals, concerns and wishes, and
Whereas, SLP SEEDS actively involves Roots N Shoots High School Environmental Club
(and other youth ages 12-28) on their Board and committees, as well as providing
internships, apprenticeships, work experience, community service hours, and engaging youth
in making a difference in their communities, preparing our next generation of
environmentally and socially responsible leaders, and
Now therefore, let it be known that the Mayor and City Council of the City of St. Louis
Park do hereby proclaim August 25, 2019 to be the 5th Annual SLP Harvest Festival and call
upon citizens in our community to join the free Educational Garden Sites Tour (by bike or
bus) and invite all to the community lunch and town visioning.
Wherefore, I set my hand and cause the
Great Seal of the City of St. Louis Park to
be affixed this 5th day of August, 2019.
________________________________
Jake Spano, Mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Presentation: 2c
Executive summary
Title: Recognition of donations
Recommended action: Mayor to announce and express thanks and appreciation for the
following donations being accepted at the meeting and listed on the consent agenda:
From Donation For
International Code Council $750
Travel expenses of Building and Energy
Director Brian Hoffman to attend the
2019 National Energy Codes Conference
in Denver, CO
Stephen & Lynn Spencer ($100),
Arlyce Wiersma ($10), Susan
Smereka ($100), Sharon Ridgeway
($500), Mary Neitge ($25), Becky
McConnell ($20), Diana Gratz ($10),
Arlyss Dirkx & Doreen Nickels ($25)
Jessie & Wally Daniels ($40) and
Ronald & Beatrice Hasselmann ($25)
Total of
$855
Educational programming
at Westwood Hills Nature Center
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: None
Prepared by: Debbie Fischer, Administrative Services Office Assistant
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: Aug. 5, 2019
Minutes: 3a
Unofficial minutes
City council study session
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
June 24, 2019
The meeting convened at 6:35 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano (arrived at 6:55 p.m.), Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin,
Rachel Harris, Anne Mavity, Thom Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: None
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), CIO (Mr. Pires), Racial Equity Manager (Ms.
Sojourner), Community Organizer (Mr. Gray), TV Coordinator (Mr. McHugh), Senior
Management Analyst (Ms. Carrillo Perez), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
Guests: Members of Human Rights Commission and Community Technology Advisory Commission,
Sean Blessing, Lexico Consulting.
1. Future study session agenda planning – July 2019
Mayor Pro Tem Harris opened the meeting.
Councilmember Hallfin asked when the SEEDS group would be speaking to the council at a study
session. Councilmember Brausen stated the food security study will need to be completed first.
Mr. Harmening agreed and stated he will follow up with more details to the council.
Councilmember Brausen is interested in hearing an update on STEP facilities.
Councilmember Rog is interested in hearing more about the crime free ordinance timeline.
Councilmember Mavity asked about the current status of the moratorium related to the crime
free ordinance. Mr. Harmening stated at direction of council, police continue to respond to
calls, but staff does not send out any letters to landlords.
Councilmember Rog asked about the Wooddale bike lane project timeline. Councilmember
Mavity stated the council had asked staff to pause on this, but noted in her listening sessions,
there was input on this, and she would like staff to review and then present a new version of
the project. Mr. Harmening stated this will be forthcoming later this fall along with a look at
future projects and Connect the Park.
Councilmember Rog asked if the council would be interested in a discussion at a future study
session about periodic orderly public forums, where the public comes to speak to the full
council on items.
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Title: Study session minutes of June 24, 2019
Councilmember Miller stated he supports this idea of allowing the public to feel like they are
part of the process, which is as important as the items coming forward.
Councilmember Mavity stated the council can discuss this; however, she is not generally
inclined to agree with this approach, adding it does not align well with the city’s racial equity
work, as the same people will always show up. She added councilmembers need to do their
work, do listening sessions, and not create more work for staff. She added she prefers not to
have residents talk at the council either.
Councilmember Brausen agreed with Councilmember Mavity. Councilmember Hallfin stated
this would be a worthwhile discussion topic at a study session. Mayor Pro Tem Harris agreed
with the approach; however, asked how the council can ensure folks are responded to.
2. Human rights commission work plan update
Commissioners Emily Buchholz, Katherine Arnold, Amaya Fokuo and Chair Maria Eustaqui
presented.
Ms. Eustaqui stated the commission will redefine the role and purpose of the human rights
commission (HRC), review and revise bylaws through a facilitated retreat, and revisit HRC
materials including the website, after redefining their purpose.
Ms. Eustaqui added the commission will work on who they are and how they function, so as to
establish and lay groundwork and then do the work they are meant to do.
Councilmember Rog thanked the commission for their work and asked about work being done
related to families. Ms. Arnold stated this work continues with the school district and expanding
flu shot clinics. She stated the infrastructure is in place here and she has also been working with
STEP on their needs.
Councilmember Mavity stated over the 10 years she has served on the council, the HRC has
waxed and waned, and noted that doing planning is helpful. She stated with planning, it’s
important to review their purpose, within the direction the council is looking for, and also so as
not to head off in the wrong direction.
Mr. Harmening added as the HRC goes through their retreat and planning process, they will
want to keep the 5 strategic priorities in mind as guideposts, adding the council made clear to
all commissions to make this the forefront of their planning work.
Councilmember Brausen stated he supports the HRC plan, and it makes sense to him. He does
not recall a mission statement like this from the 80’s, when he served as a commissioner, and
added the commission should look for ways to get all residents to participate, especially those
who typically don’t. He asked the commission to help with creating open avenues for people.
Councilmember Miller asked who will be at the retreat. Mr. Gray stated he will be, along with
the commissioners.
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Title: Study session minutes of June 24, 2019
Councilmember Hallfin thanked the group for serving on this commission, and the work they
are doing. He added the council takes all commissioner’s recommendations seriously, noting
the majority of the city’s commissions are self-directed. He stated the council does not want
commissioners to be limited by asking what does the council want us to do, and he does not
want them to have any barriers to their work.
Mayor Spano asked where the HRC is with their mission statement, but noted they are in a
better place now after struggling a few years back. He stated he doesn’t want them to feel
totally undirected and asked about follow-up on a funding mechanism. Ms. Arnold stated this
report will be forthcoming.
Mayor Spano added he has spoken with residents who are distraught over what is happening at
the southern borders and asked what the city can do about this and if the HRC has any ideas
here.
Councilmember Harris stated their work is much appreciated, the practice of partnering with
other organizations is helpful, and there is power in that. She encouraged the commission to
look at who they can partner with along with other agency resources, and asked if they are
participating in the community link event. Mr. Gray stated they have not yet discussed the
event.
Councilmember Rog added the commission may want to meet with folks in the community who
have a passion for human rights, and folks who maybe applied to be on the commission, but
where not chosen. She encouraged them to reach out to these folks to help make the
community better.
Councilmember Mavity encouraged the HRC, adding that it’s important to engage the whole
community and work toward action, outreach, and engagement, as that is what this community
wants.
Mayor Spano added that at the retreat, it will be helpful for commissioners to think about who
their audience is and those who understand their work and those who do not. He added that
people are all in different spots and asked how the commission can use multiple tools to meet
folks where they are and bring them along.
Ms. Fokuo asked for clarification on this and if the council is pushing the commission to focus
on folks who do not have a voice.
Councilmember Miller stated what you just questioned is what your retreat will be about and
discuss how to start over and see what the HRC can do.
Councilmember Mavity asked for clarification on the city’s ICE deportation policy. Mr. Harmening
stated ICE may know if the city police have someone in custody; however, the St. Louis Park police
only hold a person for what they are arrested for doing in the city and have no authority to hold a
person unless they get a warrant from state or federal agencies.
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3. Telecommunications advisory commission work plan update
Bruce Browning and Abe Levine presented the report.
Mr. Levine stated in May 2019, several members of the TAC and city staff participated in a
workshop, facilitated by Lexico Consulting, to discuss the mission and goals of the commission.
Mr. Levine noted that the workshop conclusions included that TAC would like to set up
committees within the commission to have study sessions and committee reports, that would
come back to the commission. The commission would then make recommendations to the
council. The group also noted they will change the name of the commission to better reflect the
work they are doing today. The new name will be: Community Technology Advisory Commission
(or CTAC).
Mr. Levine stated the reports to the council will be made on a quarterly basis, adding they
would like to have one councilmember work with the commission as a liaison. He added they
will not modify their charter that much and will work within the existing charter and include the
name change.
Councilmember Rog thanked them for their report but noted there is some kind of equity
language missing in the report.
Mr. Levine stated this was discussed, adding that equity is overarching in everything the city is
doing. He also stated that public safety is an area where technology is increasing and could be
implemented faster and easier.
Councilmember Harris indicated she like the CTAC name, and thinks it fits well. She thinks the
mission is good – and that CTAC should try to “maximize” its application to many areas. She
thought CTAC should find ways to use requests from MySLP/schools to discover opportunities
to make improvements (e.g. dark areas for school bus stops). Finally, Councilmember Harris
suggested CTAC explore integration opportunities to collaborate with Connect the Park to
enhance or create safe walking/biking.
Councilmember Miller stated he loved the work plan and the idea of committees. He discouraged
the idea of a councilmember as a liaison; and, as the council is a body, works as a body, there is
potential danger in having a council member color your process, and time is an issue.
Councilmember Mavity stated the council does not agree on all things, adding she is not inclined
to think a council member is a good thing on the commission, as the commissioners are the
experts, and their reports to council are exactly what the council needs. She also likes the idea of
committees and ideas about schools, adding having a student on the commission would add value.
Councilmember Mavity stated the topics related to smart cities and driverless technology are
really already here. She asked the commissioner to help staff think about what infrastructure
does the city need to install today to build for smart cities quickly, including items like fiber and
chips in roads.
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Councilmember Brausen stated he is in favor of the TAC work plan, including the name change
to CTAC. He does not, however, support the idea of a council member working on the
commission either due to time factors. Councilmember Brausen added he likes the work on the
smart cities’ initiative, and suggested the commission look into a better search engine for the
city website. He also asked if the city will be providing home connections with fiber going into
road construction and what the process might be for individual homeowners to access fiber
lines that are close by.
Mr. Browning stated this is a long process, and the city is not there yet, however US Internet will
be starting in the Sorenson area in July, but this will not happen as fast as we would like it to.
Councilmember Hallfin thanked the commission for their work and stated he liked the plan they
have presented. He is not in favor of a council member on the commission, noting time
constraints and added this is why staff members attend the meetings. He agreed with the name
change also.
Mayor Spano stated he appreciates all the work on the report, but the work plan feels very
ambitious and he worries about that. He stated they will need to prioritize and look at their
mission, and he is excited about the name change, which reflects the group’s purpose. Mayor
Spano added the community is, however, not mentioned in the mission, and it is important to
be explicit about that. He added it is important to look at how their work integrates with the
community, and how the community uses technology in their work and lives.
Mayor Spano also agreed about not having council member serve on the commission. He
thanked the commissioners for aligning their work with the 5 strategic goals and asked if new
commissioners had input into the work plan.
Mr. Levine stated yes, new commissioners did have input.
Mr. Pires also noted in the commission’s mission statement, the last line does identify who the
commission is trying to serve. Mayor Spano stated this sets the tone, but possibly it could be
more explicit in the mission.
Councilmember Rog noted she would like to see a councilmember attend the commission
meetings, adding the 2 hours of attending a meeting per month is not a lot. She felt that being
there would be helpful, adding this may warrant further discussion.
Mr. Browning asked if staff knew how many in the city have internet connectivity. Mr. Pires
stated during the 2007 survey, it was noted that about 80% of residents had internet access.
Communications/meeting check-in (verbal)
Councilmember Harris noted the Texatonka workshop on Thursday, June 27, from 6-7:30 p.m.
at Lenox. She noted the public is welcome to attend, a light dinner will be served, childcare
provided, and the meeting will be facilitated by a consultant and staff.
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Councilmember Harris noted also the EP3 report related to the fossil fuel section. She stated
she has seen several Teslas being charged at the city hall EV station and wondered if the city
might start charging a fee for this or adding a meter. Mr. Harmening stated city employees use
the EV stations and folks who live in close proximity to city hall. He added this might be abused
a bit and stated the council will need to discuss this issue further.
Councilmember Rog asked, as it relates to the EP3 executive summary, if the council has
interest in exploring whether toxins and toxic materials -- including pesticides, herbicides that
kill pollinators over time -- should not be used in the city.
Mayor Spano added he would be open to discussing this, what toxins create the greatest threat
to the city, and focus on that first.
Mr. Harmening noted stated staff is devoting all resources to the CAP based on previous council
direction, and this shift would become problematic because it is a different priority. He stated
this would be too ambitious a project to devote staff time to.
Councilmember Rog asked what part of the question is ambitious.
Mr. Harmening stated staff can do data collection, but to what end.
Councilmember Mavity stated she understands the need to protect staff time, but she does
believe toxins are part of the CAP issues of concern.
Mr. Harmening stated the CAP is about carbon emissions, and the council has already identified
this in their strategic priorities.
Councilmember Rog stated she respects the bandwidth for staff taking this on, but hopes it can
be looked at over time and align with the CAP.
Mr. Harmening asked who has interest in attending the National League of Cities Conference in
November. Councilmembers Brausen, Rog, Mavity, Hallfin, and Mayor Spano, along with Mr.
Harmening are interested. There is a discount on the conference if all are signed up by June 30th.
The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Written Reports provided and documented for recording purposes only:
4. May 2019 monthly financial report
5. Update on Environmentally Preferred Purchasing Policy
6. FEMA – Community Rating System
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Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk Jake Spano, Mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: Aug. 5, 2019
Minutes: 3b
Unofficial minutes
City council study session
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
July 8, 2019
The meeting convened at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin, Rachel Harris, Anne
Mavity, Thom Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: None.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), Deputy City
Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms. Deno), CIO (Mr. Pires), Director of Community
Development (Ms. Barton), Senior Planner (Mr. Walther), Building and Energy Manager (Mr.
Skellet), Communications Manager (Ms. Smith), Sr. Management Analyst (Ms. Carrillo Perez),
and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
Guests: St. Louis Park Nest Board Members; Katie Jones, Center for Energy and Environment
1. Future study session agenda planning – July 15 and July 22
Proposed future study session agenda topics:
- Return to reciting the Pledge of Allegiance at regular city council meetings
Mayor Spano opened the meeting, stated this is not a public hearing, and noted the council has
not had the practice of reciting Pledge of Allegiance before a study session.
Mayor Spano noted there will be two proposals presented at the study session this evening that
will be considered for a future study session agenda topic.
Mayor Spano presented his proposal, which would be to return to reciting the pledge. He noted
the very strong response from the community in the past few weeks regarding stopping saying
the pledge. This proposal would allow for a return to reciting the pledge. He noted the vote was a
missed step and added the council should have discussed this with the community before voting.
Mayor Spano stated in his conversations over the last 10 days with community members, he
has heard many like participating in the city’s cultural norms, including reciting the pledge. He
added as a council, they did not think this would be a big deal, but it is, and they may have
missed the mark, and will need to go back to discuss it.
Councilmember Mavity stated all protocols were followed related to this vote, adding the
Mayor missed all the meetings where it was discussed and voted on. She stated reducing how
often we say the pledge has touched a nerve in St. Louis Park, and as a proud American she’s
appalled that our little towns’ protocols have caused this issue. She stated she wants to be sure
to focus on the issues that matter such as climate action and clean water.
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Councilmember Mavity apologized to staff, noting they have been on the receiving end of
horrible and hateful calls. She noted this was not the council’s intention, but added the council
fumbled by not being in conversation with residents, stating she wants to make sure they get it
right this time, and be in conversation with residents.
Councilmember Mavity stated she proposes to use this moment to start a deeper conversation
and discussion on what it means to be a resident of St. Louis Park, how to best express this, and
move closer to liberty and justice for all. She hopes the outcome will get the community past
“yes-no” only, and ensure the council creates a process to engage in conversations and listen
deeply to one another instead of creating polarization. She stated she wants to make sure
space is created to talk about this, and through this process, everyone will think of more ways
to mark patriotism, adding she is confident residents can help do this.
Councilmember Rog stated she acknowledges the discomfort this caused for residents, adding
this has hurt people across this community. She added this action has done more harm than
good, especially since many thought the city council spoke for them. She stated the council
needs to get better at thinking about unintended consequences of their actions. She noted she
is the daughter and wife of veterans and did not realize until now how deep this is. She hopes
this can be a teachable moment, that there will be gain from pain, and she wants to use this
moment to engage the public and to listen and learn from one another. She stated she is in
favor of putting this on a future study session agenda, for further discussion.
Councilmember Hallfin stated he feels the council made a mistake and would like to return to
the former practice of reciting the pledge at the beginning of the city council meetings. He
stated he would need to think about doing a deeper dive discussion, as mentioned by
Councilmember Mavity, and is not necessarily in favor of that, adding a deep dive discussion
won’t help the council with city business. He added he would be open to further discussion.
Councilmember Miller stated he would be more in favor of Councilmember Mavity’s proposal
and more open discussion. He stated he has learned that this is not so much about the pledge
itself, but about the core values the pledge represents. He stated he heard again and again that
the council needs to do a better job of communicating intent, adding the local media filtered
the information. He complimented the Sun Sailor coverage, noting it was balanced and truthful.
He stated because of the media coverage, many thought the council was banning the pledge
from meetings, but that is not correct. He stated the council had only decided to not recite it at
every council meeting. He stated he wants to discuss this further at a future study session.
Councilmember Brausen apologized to staff also for the situation this placed them in. He stated
this was a tremendous distraction to them and he is sorry this caused so much grief.
Councilmember Brausen stated the council wanted to change the way it starts its meetings and
was looking for a way to make meetings more comfortable for a variety of residents. He noted
the pledge is not required by state law or the city charter, and he was surprised the city and
many across the country have reacted so violently.
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Councilmember Brausen stated he cares about veterans, the military, and his country, adding
the council shows up every week to work on issues such as climate change, racial equity, and
affordable housing. He added he heard from 150 people nationwide on this issue, and the
majority of national sentiment was responsive to hearing the pledge be banned by the council.
However, he added, many are offended that the council is playing with their hallowed traditions.
Councilmember Brausen added he also heard from 50-60 St. Louis Park residents who 2-1 want
to reinstate the pledge, and he understands this is a good opportunity to talk and understand
what real patriotism is. He stated the council made this change to welcome a diverse
population, including fellow citizens that are atheist or agnostic, or who were traumatized in
the military as soldiers. He noted a letter he received from a disabled vet who said he does not
need to say the pledge, because he is living it every day.
Councilmember Harris stated she also received messages from many residents and folks across
the country. She noted in the ward she represents in St. Louis Park, half of the people she heard
from were in favor of the change, and half were opposed, while some were indifferent. She
stated there is a need to hear more from residents in the community and have an open
dialogue. She added her position on the original vote was that as a council member she took an
oath to uphold the constitution and the constitution speaks to the separation of church and
state – noting that the Pledge of Allegiance does contain the language, “one nation, under
God”. She stated she is, however, in favor of reinstating the pledge at this time.
Mayor Spano stated part of the reason he is not interested in a deep dive discussion of this is
that the city recently spent over a year on a visioning process and deciding on 5 strategic
priorities for the city. He stated we don’t need to discuss this as the community told us what
they want us to work on. He suggested the council move quickly on reinstating the pledge. As
this relates to process, he noted he did miss the meeting when it was voted on, but understood
this item was set for a future study session review and discussion, and at some point, it was put
forward for a vote. He assumed if it was moved forward for a study session topic that would
have included a discussion with the community.
Councilmember Mavity stated the topic was placed on the agenda for a vote by a majority of
the council and process was followed. She noted it was on the agenda that councilmembers are
all supposed to read.
It was the consensus of the council to bring this topic back to a future study session in order to
revisit it, have discussion about further community input, engagement and conversation, and
then make a decision as to how to proceed.
The council took a 10-minute recess.
2. SLP Nest annual report and funding request
Ms. Barton noted last year the council approved $25,000 in matching city funds to support the
work of the Nest in their first fiscal year of operation. At tonight’s meeting, the Nest board
members will provide a recap of what was accomplished and learned in the Nest’s first year,
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and explain plans for year two. The Nest has raised approximately $39,000 toward their year
two campaign goal of $95,000 and is requesting matching funds from the city of $20,000.
Board members presenting included: Ellen, youth coordinator; Rachel, mental health
committee; Nisha, mental health committee; Estelle, programming committee and Cole.
The board members presented a video and noted creation and renovation of the space, with
coffee shop, and event space. They stated they developed a weekly schedule and community
partnerships, presented music, concerts and student council and Roots and Shoots events and
meetings as well. Ellen stated the space is a welcoming teen-centric space, serving a diverse
community. The group added they want to work on making their leadership/board group more
diverse as well, and want everyone to know they are welcome at the Nest.
The board members stated they work on building life skills, professional and leadership
development and creation and promotion of mental health programming. They noted students
lead all meetings, and fundraising is crucial to the program as they are a 501 c 3 nonprofit
organization.
Councilmember Harris asked what sort of partnerships would benefit the group in year two.
Ellen stated hosting SOAR meetings, where students work against racism, along with doing peer
to peer training. Councilmember Harris encouraged the group to reach out to Debbie Rose in
family services, and also asked if adults meet at the Nest. Ellen stated a couple adult groups
meet regularly.
It was the consensus of the council to support the Nest with the $20,000 matching funds
request for year two of operations. Mayor Spano praised the group on their example of youth
leadership, adding the community is proud of them all and thanked them for their dedication
and hard work on the Nest.
3. C-1 zoning district retail and service use restrictions
Mr. Walther noted this report is a follow-up from the March 11, 2019 council discussion of the
planning commission recommendations. He noted staff seeks direction from council on
whether this topic should proceed with the formal public hearing process for the ordinance as
recommended by the planning commission, or if the council has amendments to the proposed
ordinance.
Councilmember Harris asked about allowing a Global Market type of multi-vendor complex in
C1. Mr. Walther stated that scale of business would not likely work in C1 because none of the
city’s C1 properties are large enough to accommodate that use. He added a more common
multi-tenant use in the C1 district might be a small strip mall.
Councilmember Mavity wanted clarification on C1 and C2 zoning districts and what conditions
are allowed or need to be met for 20,000 square feet and if there are any specific proposals
under consideration. Mr. Walther stated there are no current proposals and the city would
need to rely on its current code text for any new applications that the city receives.
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Councilmember Mavity stated she has concerns about a 20,000 square foot development in a
C1 district and wants to be sure they proceed cautiously. She asked to see a map of the C1
districts and land parcels or hubs where changes would occur. She added the council is trying to
promote small and local businesses, and she has concerns about offering large scale big box
retailers the opportunity to come into neighborhoods and small business areas that are meant
to be walkable and are adjacent to residential. She added this is not a good fit and is not
consistent with the comprehensive plan goals.
Councilmember Mavity asked if the Historic Walker Lake area is C1. Mr. Walther stated no, it is
a combination of C2 and Industrial Park zoning. He said the small area plan for the Historic
Walker Lake area recommended the city consider an overlay zoning district for that area. He
shared a map of the areas of the city currently zoned C2 that the planning commission and city
council have previously discussed rezoning to a different zoning district. He added that 73
parcels around the city are being rezoned in order to begin implementing the comprehensive
plan which includes some of the current C2 parcels.
Councilmember Rog agreed and stated she does not approve of the 20,000 square foot limit.
Councilmember Miller agreed with both Councilmembers Mavity and Rog and asked if any
properties will be grandfathered in to the new limits. Mr. Walther stated this would need to be
researched to determine which and how many parcels would become legal, non-conforming
uses, and those sites, and buildings and uses would be allowed to continue as long as the
property uses are not abandoned for a period of time.
Councilmember Harris noted staff’s streamlining process and added the 20,000 square foot
limit may need more conversation; however, she is in favor of a smaller footprint.
Councilmember Brausen is supportive of the planning commission’s changes. Councilmember
Hallfin agreed and stated he supports the planning commission’s changes as well.
Mayor Spano stated he feels like the 7,500 square foot maximum for retail and service uses
allowed administratively is agreed upon by the council, but there is still concern around the
20,000 square foot limit.
It was the consensus of the council to recommend the 7,500 square foot maximum for
administrative approvals, reduce the 20,000 square foot limit to 10,000 square feet, and send
this back to the planning commission for formal consideration. The council also agreed to look
at other options after the ordinance is adopted, if the planning commission wanted to continue
to support allowing 20,000 square feet for retail, service, and large item retail uses with
conditions that give the city adequate control through the conditional use permit process.
4. Efficient building program (benchmarking ordinance)
Ms. Jones from the Center for Energy and Environment presented the report. She is working
closely with Shannon Pinc on this process. Ms. Jones explained the program would increase
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awareness and encourage energy conservation in larger buildings in the city and be a step
toward achieving the city’s climate action plan (CAP).
Ms. Jones added St. Louis Park is currently a pilot city, as it relates to the benchmarking
process. Once the policy is passed, the city must inform building owners that benchmarking is
an ordinance in the city.
Ms. Jones stated meetings will be conducted with stakeholders including business owners in
the city, and outreach will be conducted, along with one on one meetings and public meetings.
Afterwards, there will be feedback sessions with the Environmental and Sustainability
Commission and the Planning Commission, before bringing this all back to the council for a
study session.
Councilmember Mavity asked if other communities are currently doing this within Hennepin
County. Ms. Jones stated St. Louis Park is a pilot city and Edina also just passed this measure.
Also, Minneapolis has been doing this since 2013 and has had a high compliance rate at over
90%.
Councilmember Miller asked if other large companies are on board, such at Target, Home
Depot, and Costco. Ms. Jones stated yes, they generally are.
Councilmember Miller asked what will happen if buildings don’t conform to the ordinance. Mr.
Harmening stated the ordinance will have enforcement remedies and a misdemeanor charge
would be enforced, if needed.
Councilmembers Brausen and Harris stated they are supportive of this initial step.
It was the consensus of the council to support the benchmarking ordinance, and proceed with
the public process, ordinance development, and budgeting for an efficient building program.
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
Written Reports provided and documented for recording purposes only:
5. Project update: Louisiana Avenue Bridge replacement – city project 4018-1700
6. Comprehensive plan related zoning map amendments
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Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk Jake Spano, Mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Minutes: 3c
Unofficial minutes
City council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
July 15, 2019
1. Call to order
Mayor Spano called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin, Rachel Harris, Anne Mavity,
Thom Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: None
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), City Clerk (Ms. Kennedy),
Deputy City Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms. Deno), Director of Community Development (Ms.
Barton), Communications Manager (Ms. Smith), Police Chief (Mr. Harcey), Senior Planner (Mr. Walther),
Sr. Management Analyst (Ms. Carrillo Perez).
1a. Roll call
1b. At this time, it was moved by Councilmember Miller and seconded by Councilmember
Harris, to suspend the city council rules of procedure and to add an item to reinstate the
pledge of allegiance to the agenda as the first order of business.
This motion passes 7-0.
Councilmember Miller stated he fully agrees with the vote in June to eliminate the
pledge, but will not discuss that at this time. He stated the council took the correct
action on this matter 100%, adding, however, the feedback from St. Louis Park residents
on all sides of the issue has been fair, honest, and constructive. He stated there are
people from outside St. Louis Park who are abusing and harassing city staff, and making
it difficult for them to serve the residents of our city, which is the very reason our local
government exists. He added some folks from outside the city have even threatened
some St. Louis Park residents and he is very concerned about the safety and productivity
of city staff. That is why he is making this motion. He stated perhaps this issue can be
taken up again sometime in the future, but for now he will present the aforementioned
motion.
Councilmember Rog thanked residents for reaching out over the past few weeks
regarding this issue. She noted St. Louis Park residents were thoughtful and respectful,
but this was not true from comments made from people outside the city and state. She
stated we don’t need to have a manufactured stand-off on what it means to be a good
American. She said we know who we are and it is not this – adding this circus needs to
end. She stated this is costing money and affecting the productivity and mental health
of the city’s wonderful staff. She added this is taking away time from the issues that
impact the city on a daily basis, like safe streets and housing. She stated with the local
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election coming up this fall, it would be a real shame if the upcoming election was
dominated by this singular issue and an elected official’s stand on the pledge of
allegiance. She stated we have much more to discuss and work on in our city. She asked
folks from outside of St. Louis Park to go home and work on issues that affect their own
cities. She added this is not how St. Louis Park does things, and this conversation needs
to come back to the community. She stated she is looking forward to more discussion
on this in the future in the city’s own time, but for the safety of staff and residents, and
in her refusal to be played as a pawn, she is in support of Councilmember Miller’s
motion.
Councilmember Hallfin stated when he voted, he was voting on making a change in
procedure. He noted he wanted to make it clear, the council did not vote to ban saying
the Pledge of Allegiance or anything of the sort. He stated the pledge has become
routine, through rote memorization and he felt that all things recited such as this, tend
to lose their meaning. He added he thought the pledge would regain some meaning for
all when it was recited at special city events and special meetings, instead of at every
council meeting. He stated this was the reason for his vote, not what the press ran as
the narrative. He stated he is a proud US Army veteran and when he raised his hand and
took an oath many years ago, it was to protect and defend the constitution of the
United States of America. He added that nowhere in the constitution does it say we
have to say the Pledge of Allegiance, not one place.
Councilmember Hallfin stated all of the councilmembers sitting up here are flawed, he
has received many emails about this issue, and after doing much soul-searching, has
concluded he has made a mistake and stated he is sorry. He is asking for forgiveness
from those affected by this issue. He added he now has a challenge for all elected
officials across the country, to admit their mistakes in an open meeting, such as he is
doing now, and ask for forgiveness. He stated these past three weeks, aside from
personal matters in his life, have been the most difficult for him and he is hopeful this
mistake can be corrected and the council can return to doing city business.
Councilmember Harris stated she is in favor of returning to the Pledge of Allegiance at
the start of meetings. She stated coming to this conclusion has involved reading many
thoughtful and extreme emails. She added this community and residents have pride in
coming together, talking about issues, and residents have expressed both opposition
and alliance with this vote. She noted in reading both points of view, as well as hearing
from residents who are fine with leaving things as they are, she has concluded for the
sake of the community and staff, there is much business to tend to beyond this
conversation, including revitalizing business districts within the city.
Councilmember Brausen thanked the staff for their hard work, noting they did not ask
for this controversy, should not have to pay for it, and he apologized to staff. He also
thanked the residents of St. Louis Park, and particularly the voters in Ward 4, who have
been very respectful and thoughtful. He stated he has had conversations about
patriotism, service, community, has learned a lot, and been impressed with the depth of
love folks have for the city, state, and country – and stated you are the best. He also
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apologized to immigrant citizens and any blame from others towards them, adding
while he talked for others, he was the one who wanted to change the opening of the
council meetings. He directed comments to Fox News Network and asked why their
shows don’t start with the pledge – as it only takes 15 seconds. Also, he asked Fox News
why they cover stories such as this, which divides us all. He asked where is the justice in
St. Louis Park not having their own meeting agenda and added this council works on
America’s problems. He noted this reaction is similar to what happened during the
McCarthy era, when folks were bullied. He stated this is the United States of America
and as we strive to have liberty for all, let us have our liberty here, and respect our local
control.
Councilmember Brausen stated he has heard from residents equally divided on this
issue. He stated we need to get back to working on climate change issues, housing,
quality healthcare that’s affordable for all, and tearing down barriers to success. He
stated he votes to put the pledge back on the agenda and invited those who want to
discuss this to do so. He asked folks to join the council in working on this, adding the
work of democracy calls all to participate, and he asked residents to join in that work.
Councilmember Mavity stated as she looks around this room, she sees many who love
their country, adding she is confident that everyone here loves their country and that
this response is an expression of love of country. She stated she doesn’t need anyone to
pledge allegiance to the flag in order to express the values enshrined in the constitution,
and the very fact that someone comes to meetings, engages, and displays they care
about the community, represents the values of the constitution. She added folks share
this respect and display it in different ways. She stated she takes seriously the oath of
office she took as a councilmember, to uphold the constitution, adding that all the ways
folks care about their country and community are what make this nation great. She
added almost all of the residents of St. Louis Park have been respectful, and that no
matter what their faith, politics, or beliefs are, her neighbors and constituents have
been respectful. She stated she will support the motion to reinstate the Pledge of
Allegiance at the 1st and 3rd meetings of the month. She added many of the calls to city
staff from outside of the city, have been vile, vulgar, and threatening – adding it has
made it difficult for staff to conduct regular city business with the quality residents
expect. She stated we need to end this issue about the pledge and move on to more
important issues such as affordable housing for all residents, and the local climate
action plan, adding she stands by actions over words any day.
Mayor Spano stated we live in interesting times. He stated for the last month, this is all
the council and staff has dealt with. He addressed Councilmember Hallfin, stating his
humility is a lesson everyone can learn from, this is the most important characteristic
anyone can have, and he thanked Councilmember Hallfin. He added he and his wife
chose to live in St. Louis Park because it was the place they wanted to raise their
children, and this past month has been one of the most challenging in the last 40 years.
He also added that he has never been more proud to live in St. Louis Park. He stated
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many were respectful when contacting him and he has never been prouder of being
Mayor than he is tonight.
It was moved by Councilmember Miller and seconded by Councilmember Harris, to adopt
Resolution No. 19-073 to amend city council rules of procedure to reinstate reciting of
the pledge of allegiance at regular city council meetings.
The motion passed 7-0.
The American Legion members led the council and residents in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Presentations
2a. Retirement recognition for Naturalist Mark Zembryki
Mayor Spano presented a plaque on behalf of the city thanking Mr. Zembryki for all he
has done.
2b. Presentation accepting monetary donation from the American Legion
Mayor Spano recognized the American Legion’s $6,000 donation to the police
department for the Vitals application.
2c. Recognition of donations
• Cub Foods, Knollwood- donated at $200 gift card to the fire department open
house
• Northland Aluminum Products- donated $300 to the fire department open house
• Rainbow Tree Care donated $1,500 for the city arborist to attend a conference
on the Emerald Ash bore.
• The Recycling Partnership donated $1,400 for the city recycling coordinator to
attend a conference in New Orleans.
• MN American Water Works Association donated $1,800 for attendance to the
2019 AAWA and Exposition Conference in Denver, Co.
3. Approval of minutes
3a. Study session minutes of May 28, 2019
It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to approve
the May 28, 2019 meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
3b. Study session minutes of June 10, 2019
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It was moved by Councilmember Miller, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to approve
the June 10, 2019 meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
3c. Special study session minutes of June 17, 2019
It was moved by Councilmember Harris, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to
approve the June 17, 2019 meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
3d. City council meeting minutes of June 17, 2019
It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Harris, to approve
the June 17, 2019 meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
4. Approval of agenda and items on consent calendar
4a. Accept for filing city disbursement claims for the period of June 8, through July 5,
2019.
4b. Authorize execution of a professional services contract with Walker Design
Studio, LLC in the amount of $180,000 for public art on the Louisiana Avenue
Bridge Reconstruction Project – city project 4018-1700.
4c. Approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2563-19 amending chapter 36
of the St. Louis Park code of ordinances pertaining to mobile uses and approve
the Summary Ordinance for publication.
4d. Approve a temporary extension of the licensed premises for one-day events at
Copperwing Distillery, located at 6409 Cambridge Street.
4e. Adopt Resolution No. 19-074 to recognize Mark Zembryki for his years of
service.
4f. Adopt Resolution No. 19-075 approving acceptance of a monetary donation
from the American Legion to allow the police department to implement the
Vitals Aware Services APP.
4g. Adopt Resolution No. 19-076 accepting donations to the fire department.
4h. Adopt Resolution No. 19-077, Resolution No. 19-078, Resolution No. 19-079
accepting monetary donations to the Operations and Recreation Department.
4i. Moved to 8b.
Councilmember Rog requested that Consent Calendar item 4i be removed and placed
on the Regular Agenda to 8b.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to
approve the agenda and items listed on the consent calendar as amended and to move
consent calendar item 4i to the regular agenda as item 8b; and to waive reading of all
resolutions and ordinances.
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The motion passed 7-0.
5. Boards and commissions - none
6. Public hearing
6a. Dampfwerk Distillery Co. – on sale cocktail room, off-sale microdistillery and
on sale Sunday liquor license
Ms. Kennedy presented the staff report, noting a background investigation was
conducted and nothing was found that would warrant denial of the license application.
Mayor Spano opened the public hearing.
Louis Peterson, 2737 Hampshire Ave S, stated he is supportive of this distillery, and
thinks it’s a great idea.
Mayor Spano closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Mavity agreed with Mr. Peterson’s comments and thinks this is a great
idea, and another indication and step of making the Louisiana Station a vibrant area.
Councilmember Miller thanked the management at Dampfwerk Distillery for a tour they
provided. He stated a business like this is a risk, but thanked the owners for taking the
risk and opening this establishment.
It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to
approve application from The Dampfwerk Distillery Co. for on-sale cocktail room, off-sale
microdistillery, and on-sale Sunday liquor license for the premises located at 6311
Cambridge Street.
The motion passed 7-0.
7. Requests, petitions, and communications from the public – none
8. Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. Bridgewater Bank Corporate Center – major amendment to Section 36-268-
PUD 13. Ordinance No. 2564-19.
Mr. Walther presented the staff report. This involves expanding the square footage of
the project, to allow a 5,500 square footage.
It was moved by Councilmember Hallfin, seconded by Councilmember Miller, to approve
second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2564-19, amending section 36-268-PUD 13 of
the zoning code relating to the planned unit development (PUD) major amendment for
Bridgewater Bank Corporate Center and approve the Summary Ordinance for
publication.
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Councilmember Rog stated it is exciting to see this project coming to the community.
Mayor Spano stated this has moved from residential to mixed use and balances out the
master plan better for the area, from a traffic and a business standpoint.
The motion passed 6-0-1 (Councilmember Mavity abstained).
8b. Resolution authorizing installation of all-way stop controls on 28th Street and
Quentin Avenue. Resolution No. 19-080.
Councilmember Rog commended the residents of this area for providing overwhelming
support for the 4-way stop sign at 28th and Quentin Ave, and also thanked staff for their
quick response as well. Additionally, Councilmember Rog thanked John Waters for his
efficient and timely work on this project as well.
It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to adopt
Resolution No. 19-080, authorizing installation of all-way stop controls on 28th Street
and Quentin Avenue.
The motion passed 7-0.
9. Communications – none
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk Jake Spano, Mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4a
Executive summary
Title: Approval of city disbursements
Recommended action: Motion to accept for filing city disbursement claims for the period of
July 6, through July 26, 2019.
Policy consideration: Does the city council desire to approve city disbursements in accordance
with Section 6.11 – Disbursements – How Made, of the City’s Charter?
Summary: The Finance Division prepares this report on a monthly basis for the city council to
review and approve. The attached reports show both City disbursements paid by physical
check and those by wire transfer or Automated Clearing House (ACH) when applicable.
Financial or budget considerations: Review and approval of the information follows the city’s
charter and provides another layer of oversight to further ensure fiscal stewardship.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: City disbursements
Prepared by: Kari Mahan, Accounting Clerk
Reviewed by: Tim Simon, Chief Financial Officer
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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2,492.50 EARL F ANDERSEN INC INSTALLATION OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
2,492.50
150.00 ROBERT BEALKE INDUSTRIES FABULOUS FRIDAYS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
150.00
977.503RD LAIR SKATEPARK SPECIAL EVENTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
977.50
80.00911HOTJOBS.COM HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
80.00
83.97A-1 OUTDOOR POWER INC TREE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
83.97
183.50AAA LAMBERTS LANDSCAPE PRODUCT SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
183.50
400.00ABDEL, MARK ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
400.00
450.00ACACIA ARCHITECTS LLC MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
450.00
598.00ACOUSTICS ASSOCIATES INC PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
598.00
239.38-ACTION FENCE INC.GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
4,787.50GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
4,548.12
3,834.54ADVANCED ENG & ENVIRONMENTAL SRVCS INC WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
291.00WATER UTILITY G&A ENGINEERING SERVICES
3,834.54SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,834.53STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11,794.61
616.00ALETTA TRICIA FABULOUS FRIDAYS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
616.00
533.00ALL CITY ELEVATOR INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
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533.00
140.00ALL TRAFFIC SOLUTIONS EQUIP/VEHICLE REPLACEMENT POLICE EQUIPMENT
140.00
1,367.00ALLIANCE MECH SRVCS INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
27,670.00MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
29,037.00
225.00ALPHABITSPERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
184.03AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
184.03
1,419.00AMERICAN PAYROLL ASSOCIATION HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING
1,419.00
81.00AMERICAN TRAFFIC SAFETY SERVICES ASSOC PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
81.00
162.50AMERIPRIDE LINEN & APPAREL SERVICES OPERATIONS HEALTH & WELLNESS
162.50
178.11ANDERSON HEATHER WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
178.11
18.00ANDERSON SARAH PLAYGROUNDS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
18.00
2,697.75APACHE GROUP PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
58.00REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
2,755.75
980.86APWAENGINEERING G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
1,487.50PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
212.50WATER UTILITY G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
212.50STORM WATER UTILITY G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
2,893.36
146.30ARC DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS LLC TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
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146.30
575.00ARC DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS, LLC TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
575.00
35,276.64ASET SUPPLY AND PAPER INC SOLID WASTE G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
35,276.64
1,500.00ASPEN LAWN SERVICE/SIPE'S ENTERPRISES IN ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,500.00
810.49ASPEN MILLS OPERATIONS UNIFORMS
810.49
3,478.89ATIR ELECTRIC CORPORATION MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
3,478.89
66.06ATOMIC RECYCLING FACILITIES MCTE G & A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
66.06PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
66.07WATER UTILITY G&A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
329.56VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
527.75
872.25AUTOMATIC SYSTEMS CO.WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
872.25
438.00AUTOMOTIVE TRAINING AUTHORITY GENERAL REPAIR TRAINING
438.00
44.90BACHMANSNATURAL RESOURCES G & A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
44.90
2,385.00BARR ENGINEERING CO GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,385.00
525.00BARTON SAND & GRAVEL CO PARK GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
525.00
20,284.00BASSETT CREEK WATERSHED MGMT COMMISSIONSTORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
20,284.00
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24.99BATTERIES + BULBS WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
24.99
301.50BAYCOMOPERATIONSRADIO COMMUNICATIONS
41,401.13EQUIP/VEHICLE REPLACEMENT MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
41,702.63
133.34BECHAY ANDREW WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
133.34
59.27BEIER ANGELA WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
59.27
645.15BEN & JERRY'S HUMAN RESOURCES CITE
645.15
525.00BENNETT COMMUNITY CONSULTING HOUSING REHAB-SALARIES OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
525.00POLICE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1,050.00
65.00BERGSTROM MARK BLDG & ENERGY G & A ELECTRICAL
65.00
35.00BERRY COFFEE COMPANY REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
35.00
1,625.00BIRNO, GRANT PERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,625.00
5,187.21BLOOMINGTON, CITY OF REILLY G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
5,187.21
118,742.40BOLTON & MENK INC STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
118,742.40
475.00BOND TRUST SERVICES CORP 2012A GO HIA DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
475.002010D FIRE STAT DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
242.002014A GO DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
475.00LA CRT 2010C DEBT SERV G&A FISCAL AGENT FEES
233.002014A UTIL REV BONDS FISCAL AGENT FEES
1,900.00
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132.13BOUND TREE MEDICAL, LLC POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
421.26OPERATIONSOPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
553.39
4,029.50BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
1,799.00STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
5,828.50
60.00BRAUSEN CINDY FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
60.00
2,420.00BREDEMUS HARDWARE COMPANY INC MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
2,420.00
1,467.00BRIN GLASS SERVICE FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
1,467.00
510.00BUREAU OF CRIMINAL APPREHENSION CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.TELEPHONE
510.00
61.24BUSINESS ESSENTIALS COMM & MARKETING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
61.24
217.48BUTTERBAUGH, LAURA NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
217.48
26.33BWS PLUMBING HEATING & AC BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
26.33
261.00CANON FINANCIAL CENTER DRIVE TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
261.00
7,500.00CARL BOLANDER & SONS STORM WATER UTILITY BAL SHEET GENERAL
7,500.00
68.57CARPP ANDREW WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
68.57
2,225.42CASTANEDA, DAN IT G & A TRAINING
2,225.42
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703.85CBIZ FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS INC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
703.85
7,754.11CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT DISCOUNT LOAN PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
30,867.06MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
25,550.00TRANSFORMATION LOAN OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
31,400.00FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
95,571.17
234.86CENTERPOINT ENERGY FACILITY OPERATIONS HEATING GAS
148.08SEWER UTILITY G&A HEATING GAS
8,661.19REC CENTER BUILDING HEATING GAS
9,044.13
5,156.53CENTRAL PENSION FUND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT OTHER RETIREMENT
5,156.53
12,144.81CENTURY LINK E-911 PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
22,212.46E-911 PROGRAM EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
2,722.42E-911 PROGRAM SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
21,752.05E-911 PROGRAM MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
261.60CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.TELEPHONE
59,093.34
600.00CHAMPION SKATING HARNESS INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS TRAINING
600.00
150.00CHEF MARSHALL O'BRIEN LLC OPERATIONS TRAINING
150.00
225.00CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
106.90CINTAS CORPORATION FACILITIES MCTE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
327.68AQUATIC PARK BUDGET OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
199.26VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
633.84
12,400.00CITIES DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
12,400.00
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ObjectVendorBU Description
254.00CITIZENS INDEPENDENT BANK HUMAN RESOURCES RECOGNITION
254.00
1,500.00CITYLINE HOMES INC.STORM WATER UTILITY BAL SHEET GENERAL
1,500.00
172.26CLARKE LISA ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
172.26
2,812.50CLEAR GOV INC FINANCE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2,812.50
16,975.39COLICH & ASSOCIATES ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL SERVICES
16,975.39
324.55COMCASTWATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
58.88REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
383.43
8,602.31COMMERCIAL ASPHALT COMPANY PATCHING-PERMANENT OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
513.51WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
9,115.82
162.29CONCEPT SEATING MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
162.29
739.12CORE & MAIN LP WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
739.12
339.00CORPORATE MECHANICAL REC CENTER BUILDING EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
339.00
10,650.00COVERALL OF THE TWIN CITIES FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10,650.00
55.72CROWN MARKING INC OPERATIONS UNIFORMS
55.72
25.72CROWN MARKING INC.COMM & MARKETING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
25.72
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ObjectVendorBU Description
24.73CUB KNOLLWOOD POLICE G & A JAIL SUPPLIES
24.73
52.00CULLIGANBLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
52.00
658.58CUSTOM HOSE TECH INC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
658.58
5,495.45CUSTOM PRODUCTS & SERVICES SSD 1 G&A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
5,356.00SSD 1 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,415.93SSD 2 G&A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
3,285.00SSD 2 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
3,147.33SSD 3 G&A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
1,691.00SSD 3 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,123.90SSD #4 G&A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
2,605.59SSD #4 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,553.97SSD #5 G&A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
1,972.00SSD #5 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,595.76SSD #6 G&A LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
1,439.00SSD #6 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
31,680.93
590.36DALCO ENTERPRISES INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY
590.36
50.49DELEGARD TOOL CO GENERAL REPAIR SMALL TOOLS
50.49
260.00DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
260.00
4,314.37DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & INDUSTRY BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
4,314.37
61.05DEPT EMPLOYMENT & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTEMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A UNEMPLOYMENT
61.05
1,200.00DIETERMAN ALMER ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
1,200.00
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ObjectVendorBU Description
909.34DJ ELECTRIC SERVICES INC REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
909.34
20,000.00DO-GOOD.BIZ INC COMM & MARKETING G & A POSTAGE
388.00COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
20,388.00
349.73DONATELLE, JOAN HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
349.73
4,710.00DORAN CONSTRUCTION STORM WATER UTILITY BAL SHEET GENERAL
4,710.00
381.06DRABELIS W WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
381.06
63.80DUAX JACOB OPERATIONS TRAINING
63.80
35.00DUGGAN BRITTANY PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
35.00
96.67EARHART NIKKI WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
96.67
35.00EBENSTEINER MARK FINANCE G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
23.78FINANCE G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
58.78
779.45ECM PUBLISHERS INC ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL NOTICES
779.45
416.28EDEN PRAIRIE POLICE DEPT.POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
416.28
60.14EDER PHILLIP WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
60.14
5,127.67EGANWATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
1,032.00SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
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6,159.67
442.50EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC ESCROWS PLACE
442.50
52.78EISOLD, JASON REC CENTER BUILDING MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
52.78
58.40ELLISON JULIE SUMMER CAMP REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
58.40
50.26ENDRUD KRISTEN WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
50.26
5,550.99ENTERPRISE FM TRUST EQUIP/VEHICLE REPLACEMENT RENTAL EQUIPMENT
5,550.99
323.94ERIK'S BIKE SHOP POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
323.94
815.00ESCAPE FIRE PROTECTION LLC MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
815.00
10,438.05ESRIIT G & A TRAINING
10,438.05
2,817.00ESS BROTHERS & SONS INC STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
2,817.00
543.46FACTORY MOTOR PARTS CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
341.12FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
884.58
30.02FASTENAL COMPANY GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
203.39WATER UTILITY G&A SMALL TOOLS
233.41
5,081.69FERGUSON WATERWORKS WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
5,081.69
56.40FERRELLGASGENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
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52.98REC CENTER BUILDING MOTOR FUELS
109.38
200.00FIELD MORGAN BROOMBALL PROGRAM REVENUE
200.00
252.64FINSAND PERRIE WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
252.64
205.00FIRE SAFETY USA INC OPERATIONS SMALL TOOLS
205.00
208.80FIRST QUALITY SUPPLY PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
208.80
250.00FISCHER, MARK & LUCY GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
250.00
684.00FLAGSHIP RECREATION LLC RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
684.00
28.72FOX JENNIFER WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
28.72
211.73FRANCOUAL JOANNE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
211.73
127.50FRANCZAK JOHN SOFTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
127.50
205.16FRATTALLONE'S HARDWARE REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
2.11REC CENTER BUILDING INTEREST/FINANCE CHARGES
1.05ENTERPRISE G & A INTEREST/FINANCE CHARGES
208.32
10.74FRATTALLONE'S/SAINT LOUIS PARK GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
10.74
8,459.07GALLS, LLC - DBA UNIFORMS UNLIMITED POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
8,459.07
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650.00GARY L FISCHLER & ASSOCIATES PA POLICE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
650.00
375.00-GENERAL SHEET METAL COMPANY, LLC. GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
7,500.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
7,125.00
102.00GIBSON GABE SOFTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
102.00
.38GILBERT MECHANICAL BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
78.13BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
78.51
28.00GINNIS BRIDGET PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
28.00
1,189.35GOPHER STATE ONE-CALL INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
1,189.35
103.68GRAINGER INC, WW PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
17.08GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
120.76
285.28GRAND VIEW LODGE POLICE G & A TRAINING
285.28
6,819.02GRANICUSCABLE TV G & A OFFICE FURNITURE & EQUIPMENT
6,819.02
81.00GREEN HORIZONS HOUSING REHAB BALANCE SHEET LAND HELD FOR RESALE
283.33WEED CONTROL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
364.33
7.90GREEN JAIME WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
7.90
381.87GRONSKI PAM POLICE G & A TRAINING
381.87
1,000.00GUAVA ENTERTAINMENT PERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
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1,000.00
225.00GUNSTAD, MARK MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
686.21HACH CO WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
686.21
101.54HALLOCK COMPANY INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
101.54
102.00HAMILTON, MIKE KICKBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
561.00SOFTBALLOTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
663.00
18,217.49HAWKINS INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
7,887.63AQUATIC PARK BUDGET OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
26,105.12
750.00HAYNES, TRICIA PERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
750.00
421.00HEDBERG AGGREGATES INC STORM WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT PARTS
421.00
63.00HEDBERG SUPPLY WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
63.00
87.00HENNEPIN COUNTY TREASURER IT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
43.50ASSESSING G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,997.01POLICE G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,008.00POLICE G & A JAIL/DETENTION SERVICES
2,303.38OPERATIONSRADIO COMMUNICATIONS
702.07PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
7,140.96
13,230.00HENNEPIN HEALTHCARE OPERATIONS TRAINING
13,230.00
10,345.51HENRICKSENPARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
10,345.51
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20.00HENRIX MARY PICNIC SHELTERS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
20.00
1.00HERO PHC BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
65.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A MECHANICAL
66.00
29.57HICKERSON, JANINE REFORESTATION FUND OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
29.57
1,512.50HIRSHFIELD"S PAINT MFG INC PARK GROUNDS MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,512.50
25.00HITTLE GARY SPECIAL EVENTS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
25.00
990.80HOBSON RON NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
990.80
8.96HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES GRAFFITI CONTROL GENERAL SUPPLIES
98.16WIRING REPAIR OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
51.07WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
264.57PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
191.94PARK MAINTENANCE G & A SMALL TOOLS
19.69IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
86.50PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
187.47PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT MAINTENAN GENERAL SUPPLIES
283.55BEAUTIFICATION / FLOWERS LANDSCAPING MATERIALS
1,191.91
90.09HOPE, BRUCE & ANNE REFORESTATION FUND OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
90.09
2,676.59HOPKINS AUTO BODY INC UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
509.88CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S INVENTORY
3,186.47
102.00HOPKINS TROY KICKBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
102.00
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9,013.00HOUSING AUTHORITY KIDS IN THE PARK RENT ASSIST OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
9,013.00
78.13HOVDE PLUMBING AND HEATING BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
78.13
200.00HOWES, KRISTINE VOLLEYBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
229.50SOFTBALLOTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
429.50
1,680.00I.U.O.E. LOCAL NO 49 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT UNION DUES
1,680.00
70.00IGNATJEVA ANNA FABULOUS FRIDAYS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
70.00
619.85IMPACT PROVEN SOLUTIONS WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
619.85SEWER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
619.85SOLID WASTE G&A POSTAGE
619.84STORM WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
2,479.39
906.23INDELCOWATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
628.72SPLASH PAD MAINT - Oak Hill Pk GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,534.95
13.83INFINITY TRUST WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
13.83
1,411.00INFINITY WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
1,411.00
2,193.66INGRAM, LUKE ENGINEERING G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
2,193.66
226.82INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS ASSESSING G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
226.82
310.40INTERNATIONAL TAE KWON DO ACADEMY YOUTH PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
310.40
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767.97INVER GROVE FORD GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
139.99GENERAL REPAIR EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
907.96
7.55INVIE GEORGIA WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
7.55
150.00J & F REDDY RENTS WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
150.00
56.74J. H. LARSON CO.WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
56.74
23.62JDC CONSTRUCTION WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
23.62
150.00JENNINGS, NICHOLAS WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
150.00
11.55JERRY'S HARDWARE WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT PARTS
9.89PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
175.22PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
196.66
169.50JUREK JESSIE ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
169.50
1,500.00K HALVORSON CONSTRUCTION, LLC.STORM WATER UTILITY BAL SHEET GENERAL
1,500.00
4,385.26-K.A. WITT CONSTRUCTION, INC.PARK IMPROVE BALANCE SHEET RETAINAGE PAYABLE
92,090.47PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
87,705.21
1,870.61KAESER COMPRESSOR MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
1,870.61
114.64KASIC CHRIS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
114.64
1,625.67KILLMER ELECTRIC CO INC INSTALLATION OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
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1,625.67
79.12KIRCHNER, TODD NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
79.12
16,792.45KLEIN UNDERGROUND LLC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
7,903.60STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
24,696.05
376.81KOSALKO, JONNA NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
376.81
50.80KOUPAL TIM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
50.80
35.00KROCAK ERICA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
35.00
204.00KUBES, JON SOFTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
204.00
66.19KUNZ DAVID WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
66.19
217.90LANGUAGE LINE SERVICES INC POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
217.90
2,958.00LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES INC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT UNION DUES
2,958.00
16.06LAW ENFORCEMENT TARGETS INC POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
16.06
259.67LAWSON PRODUCTS INC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
259.67
20,212.68LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INSURANCE TRUST UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
20,212.68
189.40LIBERTY TIRE SERVICES LLC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
189.40
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454.00LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
454.00
2,376.42LIFESAVER FIRE PROTECTION GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
2,376.42
98.00LINDSKOG JODI ART REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
98.00
79.00LOCKGUARD INC REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
79.00
1,829.00LOFFLER COMPANIES IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,829.00
37,729.00LOGISIT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
17,527.50TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
55,256.50
4,395.00LOTUS ENGINEERING & SUSTAINABILITY MUNICIPAL BLDG GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
4,395.00
256.88LUBE-TECH & PARTNERS LLC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
256.88
17.18MACKENZIE KELSON YOUTH PROGRAMS GENERAL SUPPLIES
17.18
129.00MACQUEEN EQUIP CO OPERATIONS SMALL TOOLS
129.00
299.88MANIBOG BEN STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
299.88
61.60MANN ROGER & MARGARET ACHTER WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
61.60
225.00MANNING, CATHERINE GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
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1.00MARTINEZ JARETH BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
65.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
66.00
955.00MASTER TECHNOLOGY GROUP E-911 PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,307.72E-911 PROGRAM MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
2,262.72
417.70MAUSETH ADREA FINANCE G & A TRAINING
535.03NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
952.73
106,992.91MCCROSSAN INC, C S STREET CAPITAL PROJ BAL SHEET RETAINAGE PAYABLE
125,246.88CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
232,239.79
500.00MELBOSTAD DEREK DWI ENFORCEMENT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
500.00
65.90MENARDSWATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
141.20WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
28.46WESTWOOD G & A SMALL TOOLS
14.96SUMMER CAMP GENERAL SUPPLIES
250.52
7,380.45METROPOLITAN COUNCIL BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
7,380.45
30.97MEYER JANE WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
30.97
118.14MEYER, RODNEY REFORESTATION FUND OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
118.14
1,300.00MHSRC/RANGE OPERATIONS TRAINING
1,300.00
13,806.71-MINGER CONSTRUCTION INC PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT B/S RETAINAGE PAYABLE
276,134.10PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
262,327.39
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518.40MINNEAPOLIS FINANCE DEPT PAWN FEES OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
518.40
469.95MINNESOTA CHILD SUPPORT PYT CTR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT WAGE GARNISHMENTS
469.95
2,278.15MINNESOTA DEPT PUBLIC SAFETY CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S INVENTORY
2,278.15
207.95MINVALCO INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
207.95
111.22MN DEPT LABOR & INDUSTRY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A League of MN Cities dept'l exp
111.22
925.16MN DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
925.16
2,140.00MN FIRE SERVICE CERTIFICATION BOARD OPERATIONS TRAINING
2,140.00
3,380.00MOST DEPENDABLE FOUNTAINS IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
3,380.00
220.00MR CUTTING EDGE REC CENTER BUILDING EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
220.00
2,090.00MRPASOFTBALLSUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
2,090.00
31.54MTI DISTRIBUTING CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
31.54
825.30NAPA (GENUINE PARTS CO)GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
18.09OPERATIONSSMALL TOOLS
17.97ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SMALL TOOLS
86.63WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT PARTS
107.91REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
59.20VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
12.74PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
126.22GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
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248.00RECREATION OUTDOOR CENTER GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,502.06
75.00NEVELLS TRACY GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
75.00
1,020.00NEW BOUNDARY TECHNOLOGIES INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,020.00
200.00NOKOMIS SHOE SHOP BLDG & ENERGY G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
200.00
109.32NORTH AMERICAN SAFETY INC PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
348.31PARK MAINTENANCE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
457.63
1,475.00NORTHLAND EXCAVATING LLC ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,475.00
3,936.15NORTHLAND MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
588.84SSD 1 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
588.84SSD 2 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
588.84SSD 3 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
588.84SSD #4 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
327.16SSD #5 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
588.84SSD #6 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
7,207.51
6,027.95-NORTHWEST ASPHALT CORP PARK IMPROVE BALANCE SHEET RETAINAGE PAYABLE
120,559.00PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
114,531.05
282.87NUSMAN JOSHUA WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
282.87
9,017.02NYSTROM PUBLISHING COMM & MARKETING G & A POSTAGE
12,712.40COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
5,568.13WATER UTILITY G&A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
27,297.55
659.31OAK KNOLL ANIMAL HOSPITAL POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
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659.31
500.00OAKWOOD PARTNERS ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
500.00
29.66OFFICE DEPOT HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE SUPPLIES
19.68COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
73.62OPERATIONSFIRE PREVENTION SUPPLIES
143.18PUBLIC WORKS G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
91.29WESTWOOD G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
357.43
112.50OFFICE TEAM COMM & MARKETING G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
112.50
378.66OLSEN CHAIN & CABLE CO INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
146.80-PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
231.86
103.06OLUTADE OYIN WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
103.06
269.50ON SITE SANITATION NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
80.00ORGANIZED REC G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
174.50FIELD MAINT PROGRAM REVENUE
9,782.16FIELD MAINT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
644.00PARK MAINTENANCE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
207.00OFF-LEASH DOG PARK OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
11,157.16
32.91ORTIZ ANA & JAMIE OJEDA WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
32.91
1,281.93OVERHEAD DOOR CO FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
1,281.93
83.82OXYGEN SERVICE COMPANY INC OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
83.82
602.00PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES INC REILLY G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
602.00
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143.52PARK ADAM TRANSPORTATION SUMMER CAMP OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
143.52
400.00PARK THEATER COMPANY PERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
400.00
34.19PATTERSON ROSEMARY WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
34.19
220.00PELLA NORTHLAND BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
220.00
2,500.00PERSONAL PRIDE CONSTRUCTION LTD ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
2,500.00
28.00PETRIE KRISTA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
28.00
55.60PETTY CASH POLICE G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
55.60
2,869.19PFM ASSET MANAGEMENT CITY POOLED INVESTMENTS BANK CHARGES/CREDIT CD FEES
2,869.19
204.16PIEHOWSKI JUSTIN & SUSAN BARKLEY PIEHOWSWATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
204.16
3,109.86POINTE WEST TOWNHOMES WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
3,109.86
1,926.88POMP'S TIRE SERVICE INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
1,926.88
437.50PRAIRIE RESTORATIONS INC STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
437.50
161.06PRECISE MRM LLC PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
161.05WATER UTILITY G&A MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
161.05SEWER UTILITY G&A MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
161.05STORM WATER UTILITY G&A MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
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644.21
159.99PREMIUM WATERS INC OPERATIONS FIRE PREVENTION SUPPLIES
244.63OPERATIONSOPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
404.62
408.20PROJECT RESTORATION, INC.BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
408.20
2,575.00PROMOS 911 OPERATIONS FIRE PREVENTION SUPPLIES
2,575.00
100.00PROS OF THE ROPE LLC HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
100.00
279.28PWF SOLUTIONS INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY
279.28
31.25QUICKSILVER EXPRESS COURIER VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A POSTAGE
31.25
2,276.00-RACHEL CONTRACTING INC GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
45,520.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
43,244.00
29,529.65RAINBOW TREECARE SPLASH PAD MAINT - Oak Hill Pk OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
650.45BEAUTIFICATION / FLOWERS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
30,180.10
4,221.58RANDY'S ENVIORMENTAL SERVICES FACILITIES MCTE G & A GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
302.01GRANTSOTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,157.81REC CENTER BUILDING GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
6,681.40
33,580.04RANGER GM CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S INVENTORY
33,580.04
112.62RAPPL BRIAN & CHRISTINA WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
112.62
41.46REAL ASSETS II LLC WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
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41.46
404.03RED WING BUSINESS ADVANTAGE ACCOUNT ENGINEERING G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
404.03
27,690.00REDPATH & COMPANY FINANCE G & A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
480.00CABLE TV G & A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
1,430.00HOUSING REHAB G & A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
5,250.00WATER UTILITY G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
5,730.00SEWER UTILITY G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
2,870.00SOLID WASTE G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
2,390.00STORM WATER UTILITY G&A AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING SERVIC
45,840.00
50.00REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
50.00
152.53REKER RACQUEL WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
152.53
300.00RICHTER JORDAN & SHREYA SRINIVASAN ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
300.00
345.18RICOH USA INC IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
345.18
36.97RIGID HITCH INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
36.97
678.60RIVER CITY SUPPLY LLC OPERATIONS FIRE PREVENTION SUPPLIES
678.60
123,480.51RJM CONSTRUCTION LLC GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
123,480.51
327.63ROBERT B HILL CO REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
327.63
37.50ROBINSON MICHAEL PARK BUILDINGS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
37.50
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1,058.25ROGERS, KYLE BROOMBALL PROGRAM REVENUE
1,058.25
285.00ROTARY CLUB OF SLP ADMINISTRATION G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
282.00POLICE G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
567.00
344.00ROY JULIE ART REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
344.00
391.57SAFE-FAST INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
391.57
170.48SAM'S CLUB YOUTH PROGRAMS TRAINING
61.58CONCESSIONSCONCESSION SUPPLIES
49.19CONCESSIONSINTEREST/FINANCE CHARGES
281.25
35.00SANGSTER, JENNIFER PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
35.00
60.00SCHWABEL SARAH FABULOUS FRIDAYS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
60.00
16.57SCHWEIKART KATHERINE WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
16.57
42.50SCULLIN CHARLES WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
42.50
1,000.00SEABERG CODY & COURTNEY ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
1,000.00
173.87SEEHUSEN STEVEN WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
173.87
17,566.21SEHSTREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
17,566.21
175.46SERVPRO OF MINNETONKA CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
175.46
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920.00SHADYWOOD TREE EXPERTS & LANDSCAPING TREE DISEASE PRIVATE CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
1,559.00TREE DISEASE PUBLIC CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
2,479.00
17.23SHRED-IT USA MINNEAPOLIS ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
15.25FINANCE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
86.16POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
17.23WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
135.87
6,476.00SIGNATURE MECHANICAL INC PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
376.50REC CENTER BUILDING MAINTENANCE
337.50AQUATIC PARK BUDGET MAINTENANCE
7,190.00
707.81SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY LLC IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
707.81
526.34SKB ENVIRONMENTAL WATER UTILITY G&A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY
526.34
672.37SKOG RYAN POLICE G & A TRAINING
672.37
1,753.92SLP FF ASSOC IAFF LOCAL #993 EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT UNION DUES
1,753.92
153.00SMITH, PERRY SOFTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
153.00
421.88SPACK CONSULTING TRAFFIC GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
421.88
547.41SPANO, JAKE ADMINISTRATION G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
547.41
30.17SPS COMPANIES INC ROUTINE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT PARTS
802.00PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
86.96WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
142.18PARK GROUNDS MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
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1,061.31
2,429.61SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC ESCROWS GENERAL
12,524.00STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
14,953.61
1.73STAFFORD HOME SERVICE BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
72.44BLDG & ENERGY G & A ELECTRICAL
118.13BLDG & ENERGY G & A MECHANICAL
192.30
3,670.00STEVE LUCAS PHOTOGRAPHY OPERATIONS GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,670.00
300.00STICKS AND TONES PERFORMING ARTS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
300.00
116.97STREICHER'S ERU OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
116.97
374.00SUMMIT COMPANIES WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
374.00
15,242.50SUMMIT ENVIROSOLUTIONS INC REILLY G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
15,242.50
12.71SUNDBERG AMERICA WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
12.71
2,478.99SUNDE LAND SURVEYING LLC GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,478.99
19,400.00SUNDIAL ENERGY MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
19,400.00
10.75SWEDBERG JAKE WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
10.75
52.00SWENSON ANGELA SUMMER CAMP REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
52.00
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9,782.18SYSCO-MINNESOTA INC CONCESSIONS CONCESSION SUPPLIES
9,782.18
32.12SYSKO KENNETH POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
32.12
1,650.50TAHO SPORTSWEAR YOUTH PROGRAMS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,650.50
324.57TAPCOCONSTRUCTION MATERIAL IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
324.57
189.63TELELANGUAGE INC ADMINISTRATION G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
189.63
60.00TERMINIX INT FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
60.00
82,895.42TEXAS TERRACE A VILLA CENTER WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
82,895.42
150.00THE GREEN STREET STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
150.00
669.77THE MPX GROUP COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
1,111.10SOLID WASTE G&A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
1,780.87
44.73THE SHERWINN WILLIAMS CO FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
44.73
1,681.00THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS CO PAINTING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
1,681.00
141.00THE SIGN PRODUCERS FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
141.00
138.68THE STANDARD ADMINISTRATION G & A LIFE INSURANCE
141.11ADMINISTRATION G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
85.09HUMAN RESOURCES LIFE INSURANCE
88.48HUMAN RESOURCES LONG TERM DISABILITY
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61.21COMM & MARKETING G & A LIFE INSURANCE
59.99COMM & MARKETING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
111.63IT G & A LIFE INSURANCE
121.89IT G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
106.30ASSESSING G & A LIFE INSURANCE
104.22ASSESSING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
121.79FINANCE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
120.48FINANCE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
269.11COMM DEV G & A LIFE INSURANCE
276.49COMM DEV G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
64.01FACILITIES MCTE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
62.83FACILITIES MCTE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
1,046.35POLICE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
1,031.86POLICE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
109.22COMMUNICATIONS/GV REIMBURSEABL LIFE INSURANCE
107.20COMMUNICATIONS/GV REIMBURSEABL LONG TERM DISABILITY
479.81OPERATIONSLIFE INSURANCE
474.40OPERATIONSLONG TERM DISABILITY
281.56BLDG & ENERGY G & A LIFE INSURANCE
295.53BLDG & ENERGY G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
98.17PUBLIC WORKS G & A LIFE INSURANCE
100.38PUBLIC WORKS G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
234.57ENGINEERING G & A LIFE INSURANCE
233.57ENGINEERING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
193.04PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A LIFE INSURANCE
190.37PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
48.51CABLE TV G & A LIFE INSURANCE
47.52CABLE TV G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
20.19HOUSING REHAB G & A LIFE INSURANCE
19.85HOUSING REHAB G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
136.40WATER UTILITY G&A LIFE INSURANCE
121.95WATER UTILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
67.31SEWER UTILITY G&A LIFE INSURANCE
78.47SEWER UTILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
25.91SOLID WASTE G&A LIFE INSURANCE
25.27SOLID WASTE G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
16.89ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY LIFE INSURANCE
16.59ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY LONG TERM DISABILITY
68.58STORM WATER UTILITY G&A LIFE INSURANCE
54.67STORM WATER UTILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
8,740.96EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A LIFE INSURANCE
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125.98ORGANIZED REC G & A LIFE INSURANCE
128.64ORGANIZED REC G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
137.80PARK MAINTENANCE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
135.18PARK MAINTENANCE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
20.19NATURAL RESOURCES G & A LIFE INSURANCE
19.85NATURAL RESOURCES G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
64.77WESTWOOD G & A LIFE INSURANCE
56.38WESTWOOD G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
125.73REC CTR DIV NON DPT BUDGET LIFE INSURANCE
123.32REC CENTER SALARIES LONG TERM DISABILITY
80.52VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A LIFE INSURANCE
78.79VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
17,395.56
5,974.62THE WILEY LAW OFFICE HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
5,974.62
111.39THOMS, SARA REFORESTATION FUND OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
111.39
290.23THOMSON REUTERS WEST PAYMENT CENTER POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
290.23
200.00THRIVEPASSEMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
200.00
917.05THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
917.05
1,016.00TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETARIAL ADMINISTRATION G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,016.00
10.98TOLL GAS & WELDING SUPPLY WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
10.98
122.00TOPPERS AND MORE GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
122.00
200.00TOWRY ASHLEY WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
200.00
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7,000.00TPI HOSPITALITY C/O AC ST LOUIS PARK ESCROWS GENERAL
7,000.00
375.00TRAFFIC CONTROL CORP RELAMPING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
2,266.00SYSTEM REPAIR OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
2,641.00
204.00TRAUTMANN, JOHN SOFTBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
204.00
599.63TRI STATE BOBCAT GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
599.63
1,485.50TUBE PRO INC AQUATIC PARK BUDGET OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,485.50
41.06TURNBULL MIRIAM SUMMER CAMP CONCESSION SUPPLIES
41.06
1,139.50TWIN CITY GARAGE DOOR CO FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
450.50REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
1,590.00
637.00UHL CO INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
360.00FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
5,920.00TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
6,917.00
37.55ULINEGENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
37.55
450.00ULTIMATE PLAYGROUNDS INC AQUATIC PARK BUDGET EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
450.00
644.50UNITED STATES TREASURY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A HEALTH INSURANCE
644.50
56.00UNITED WAY OF MINNEAPOLIS AREA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT UNITED WAY
56.00
41.49URBAN FURBISH LLC.WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
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41.49
149.78US BANK WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
149.78
308.64US DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT WAGE GARNISHMENTS
308.64
59,769.67-VALLEY PAVING INC STREET CAPITAL PROJ BAL SHEET RETAINAGE PAYABLE
1,195,393.53CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,135,623.86
13,395.62VALLEY-RICH CO INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
18,909.61SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
32,305.23
1,200.00VALPAK OF MINNEAPOLIS / ST PAUL AQUATIC PARK BUDGET ADVERTISING
1,200.00
380.31VAN PAPER COMPANY CONCESSIONS CONCESSION SUPPLIES
380.31
55.68VAUGHAN, JIM NATURAL RESOURCES G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
55.68
50.04VERIZON WIRELESS SEWER UTILITY G&A TELEPHONE
12,146.85CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.OFFICE EQUIPMENT
12,196.89
326.44VIKING INDUSTRIAL CTR WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
326.44
2,055.50-VINCO, INC.GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
41,110.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
39,054.50
42.99VOIGT JUDY BEAUTIFICATION / FLOWERS OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
42.99
7,776.32WARNE STEPHANIE STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A LEGAL SERVICES
7,776.32
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500.00WARNING LITES OF MN INC SPECIAL PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
140.00HOLIDAY PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
640.00
6,484.13WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
66,991.20SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
37,698.00SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS RECYCLING SERVICE
24,102.00SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS YARD WASTE SERVICE
36,836.45SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONS ORGANICS
35,103.34SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
207,215.12
719.30WATER CONSERVATION SERVICE INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
719.30
4,676.91WATSON CO INC CONCESSIONS CONCESSION SUPPLIES
4,676.91
84.08WAYTEKVEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
84.08
76.49WEISS ETAN WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
76.49
38.74WESOLOSKI JACQUELINE WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
38.74
406.06WEST END MN LLC WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL CUSTOMERS
406.06
123.50WINSUPPLY OF EDEN PRAIRIE SYSTEM REPAIR OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
123.50
100.00WOLFE BETH SUMMER CAMP REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
100.00
104.40WOOD, ANDREA COMM & MARKETING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
104.40
324.00WRAP CITY GRAPHICS PARK EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
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324.00
465.00WS & D PERMIT SERVICE BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
465.00
2,229.75WSB ASSOC INC PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
14,402.50STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
745.00TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
17,377.25
15,391.36XCEL ENERGY FACILITIES MCTE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
20,668.83PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
37.00HOUSING REHAB BALANCE SHEET LAND HELD FOR RESALE
10,942.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
8,569.45STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
33,142.89WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
1,194.11REILLY G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
4,955.49SEWER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
3,296.98STORM WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
6,486.75PARK MAINTENANCE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
48.62BRICK HOUSE (1324)ELECTRIC SERVICE
56.29WW RENTAL HOUSE (1322)ELECTRIC SERVICE
663.35WESTWOOD G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
22,423.97REC CENTER BUILDING ELECTRIC SERVICE
127,877.09
135.00YOUNGERMAN ANNA PICNIC SHELTERS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
135.00
7.10ZEE MEDICAL SERVICE PUBLIC WORKS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
28.10PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
19.40WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
3.00PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
309.80AQUATIC PARK BUDGET GENERAL SUPPLIES
367.40
67.86ZEMBRYKI, MARK WESTWOOD G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
67.86
121.41ZIP PRINTING COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
121.41
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Report Totals 3,792,875.82
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Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4b
Executive summary
Title: Final payment resolution – W. 37th Street Bridge reconstruction – project No. 4017-1700
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution accepting work and authorizing final
payment in the amount of $101,449.81 to C.S. McCrossan Inc. for the replacement of the W.
37th Street Bridge city contract No. 112-17
Policy consideration: Not applicable
Summary: On June 26, 2017, the city council awarded the bid for the reconstruction of the W.
37th Street Bridge. This bridge crosses Minnehaha Creek near the Shoppes at Knollwood. The
project was advertised, bid and awarded to C.S. McCrossan, Inc. in the amount of
$2,869,606.20. Also included in this project was the reconstruction of W. 37th Street from
Boone Avenue to Aquila Avenue, an upgrade to the signal system located at W. 37th Street and
Aquila Avenue, LED street lighting, new sanitary sewer, and the addition of sidewalk on the
south side of W. 37th Street.
The contractor completed their work within the contract time allowed at a final contract cost of
$2,904,517.20. Buried debris was found during construction which added to the original
contract cost. This is an overrun of $34,911.00 (1.2%)
Financial or budget considerations: The cost of the work performed by the contractor under
Contract No. 112-17 has been calculated as follows:
This project was planned for and included in the city’s capital improvement program (CIP) for
2017. This project was paid for using the funding sources of pavement management, sanitary
sewer, watermain, Federal funds, and general obligation bonds.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Joseph Shamla, Sr. Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Original contract price $2,869,606.20
Additional work +$ 34,911.00
Total project cost $2,904,517.20
Previous payments -$2,803,067.39
Balance due $ 101,449.81
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4b) Page 2
Title: Final payment resolution – W. 37th Street Bridge reconstruction – project No. 4017-1700
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution authorizing final payment
and accepting work for the reconstruction of
the W. 37th Street Bridge
City Project No. 4017-1700
Contract No. 112-17
Be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, as follows:
1.Pursuant to a written contract with the City dated June 26, 2017, C.S. McCrossan, Inc. has
satisfactorily completed the reconstruction of the W. 37th Street Bridge project, as per
Contract No. 112-17.
2.The Engineering Director has filed her recommendation for final acceptance of the work.
3.The work completed under this contract is accepted and approved. The final contract
cost is $2,904,517.20.
4.The City Manager is directed to make final payment in the amount of $101,449.81 on this
contract, taking the contractor's receipt in full.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4c
Executive summary
Title: Final payment resolution - Carpenter Park Regional Stormwater Improvements - project
No. 4014-4001
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution accepting work and authorizing final
payment in the amount of $1,200.00 for the Carpenter Park Regional Stormwater Improvement
Project with Peterson Companies, city contract No. 72-17.
Policy consideration: Not applicable.
Summary: On May 15, 2017, the city council awarded the bid for the Carpenter Park Regional
Stormwater Improvement project. The project was advertised, bid and awarded to Peterson
Companies in the amount of $1,753,460.49. This project involved constructing an underground
stormwater detention vault that provides stormwater treatment and rate control to a 42-acre
watershed. This detention facility was designed to improve the water quality of the runoff that
discharges to Bass Lake Preserve. The stormwater treatment credits from this project will be
applied to the Beltline Station redevelopment project located at the EDA/ SWLRT Park and Ride
Location. In addition, the system established a foundation for the skate park.
Additional funds were needed during construction to install an ADA compliant ramp for trail
users to maintain access to the bridge over CSAH 25. In addition, during construction we
encountered more contaminated soils than were planned for, requiring additional soil import
and export.
The contractor completed this work within the contract time allowed at a final contract cost of
$1,849,834.80. This is an overrun of $105,969.27 (6%).
Financial or budget considerations: The cost of the work performed by the contractor under
contract No. 72-17 has been calculated as follows:
This project was planned for and included in the city’s capital improvement program (CIP) for
2018. This project will be paid for by stormwater utility funds and a $166,000 environmental
response fund grant from Hennepin County.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Phillip Elkin, Sr. Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Original contract price $1,753,460.49
Additional work $ 105,969.27
Revised contract amount $1,859,429.76
Previous payments $1,858,229.76
Balance due $ 1,200.00
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4c) Page 2
Title: Final payment resolution - Carpenter Park Regional Stormwater Improvements - project No. 4014-4001
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution authorizing final payment
and accepting work for the Carpenter Park
Regional Stormwater Improvement Project
City Project No. 4014-4001
Contract No. 72-17
Be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, as follows:
1.Pursuant to a written contract with the City dated May 15, 2017, Peterson Companies has
satisfactorily completed the Carpenter Park Regional Stormwater Improvement Project,
as per Contract No. 72-17.
2.The Engineering Director has filed her recommendations for final acceptance of the work.
3.The work completed under this contract is accepted and approved. The final contract
cost is $1,859,429.76.
4.The City Manager is directed to make final payment in the amount of $1,200.00 on this
contract, taking the contractor's receipt in full.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4d
Executive summary
Title: Temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license – Church of the Holy Family
Recommended action: Motion to approve a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for
Church of the Holy Family at 5925 West Lake Street for their event to be held September 7 and
8, 2019.
Policy consideration: Does the applicant meet the requirements for issuance of a temporary
on-sale intoxicating liquor license?
Summary: The Church of the Holy Family has made application for a temporary on-sale
intoxicating liquor license for their annual fall festival, scheduled September 7 and 8, 2019. The
festival will be conducted in the parking lot of the Holy Family Academy where alcohol and food
will be offered from noon – 10 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, and from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on
Sunday, September 8. Other activities happening at the festival include a kickball tournament
and raffle drawing.
The police department has completed a background investigation on the principals and has
found no reason to deny the temporary license. The applicant has met all requirements for the
issuance of the license, and staff is recommending approval.
Financial or budget considerations: The fee for a temporary liquor license is $100 per day of
the event.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: None
Prepared by: Chase Peterson-Etem, Office Assistant – City Clerk’s Office
Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4e
Executive summary
Title: SLP Nest’s Year 2 funding request
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving matching funds to SLP Nest in
the amount of $20,000.
Policy consideration: Does the council support SLP Nest’s Year 2 funding request?
Summary: In 2018, the council approved $25,000 in matching city funds to support the work of
SLP Nest in their first fiscal year of operation (2018/19 school year). At the July 8, 2019 council
study session, SLP Nest student leadership provided the council with a recap of
accomplishments and lessons learned in the Nest's inaugural year. In addition the students
explained SLP Nest’s goals for its second year of operation, and proposed a funding agreement
with the city of St. Louis Park for Year 2 (2019/20 school year). Council unanimously expressed
support of SLP Nest’s continued activities and financial report.
SLP Nest has raised approximately $39,000 toward their Year 2 campaign goal of $95,000 and is
requesting matching funds from the city in the amount of $20,000, as was noted in last year’s
request.
Financial or budget considerations: Funding will be allocated through the development fund to
reimburse qualified expenditures on a dollar-for-dollar basis up to $20,000. Additional staff
time will also be required to administer and oversee the funding agreement.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution
2019 Funding Agreement
Prepared by: Julie Grove, Economic Development Specialist
Reviewed by: Greg Hunt, Economic Development Coordinator
Karen Barton, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4e) Page 2
Title: SLP Nest’s Year 2 funding request
Resolution No. 19-_____
Resolution authorizing a Funding Agreement between the City of St. Louis Park
and SLP Nest providing matching funds to support facilities, programs and
services of SLP NEST
Whereas, SLP Nest is a 501(c)(3) non-profit business that was created by St. Louis Park
High School students and community members, to create a space for students in the
community; and
Whereas, SLP Nest has requested $20,000 in financial assistance from the city; and
Whereas, Minnesota Statutes Section 471.935 allows a home rule charter city to
appropriate money to support the facilities, programs, and services of a private, not-for-profit
youth center; and
Whereas, the city believes that granting SLP Nest’s request is in the best interest of the
City and its residents; and
Whereas, the city approves the 2019 Funding Agreement as presented to the council,
which authorizes the allocation of up to $20,000 pursuant to the agreement; and
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the St. Louis Park City Council that the mayor and city
manager be directed to execute an agreement between the City of St. Louis Park and SLP Nest
relating to the operations of the SLP Nest.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4e) Page 3
Title: SLP Nest’s Year 2 funding request
Funding Agreement
This agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into on ____________, 2019, by and
between SLP NEST, a Minnesota nonprofit corporation (“SLP Nest”), and the CITY OF ST. LOUIS
PARK, a Minnesota municipal corporation (“City”).
Whereas, SLP Nest is a 501(c)(3) non-profit business that was created by St. Louis Park High
School students and community members, to create a space for students in the community;
and
Whereas, SLP Nest has requested financial assistance from the City; and
Whereas, Minnesota Statutes Section 471.935 allows a home rule charter city to appropriate
money to support the facilities, programs, and services of a private, not-for-profit youth center;
and
Whereas, the City believes that granting SLP Nest’s request is in the best interest of the city and
its residents.
Now, therefore, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is
hereby acknowledged, and in consideration of the mutual undertakings herein expressed, the
parties agree as follows:
1. SLP Nest will enter into a commercial lease for operational space for SLP Nest’s
business for a length of at least 12 months (“Lease”).
2. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 471.935, the City agrees to provide a
maximum of $20,000.00 in funds (“Funds”) to “support the facilities, programs,
and services” of SLP Nest. Such support may include, but is not limited to,
reimbursement for the following: monthly lease payments, facility
improvements, staff salary, and programming costs. Funds will be paid on a
reimbursement basis upon monthly verification by SLP Nest of rent payments,
improvement costs, staff salary, programming expenses, etc. in a form
satisfactory to the City, which may include copies of rent payments, certification
of payments by SLP Nest’s lessor under the Lease, receipts for materials and
labor used to improve the operational space, receipts or copies of payments for
other expenses as applicable.
3. As a precondition of receipt of Funds, SLP Nest must obtain matching, dollar-for-
dollar funding from an outside source (“Match Funding”). For purposes of this
Agreement “outside source” will include all funding of every kind from public or
private sources other than the Funds identified by this Agreement. The City will
only release Funds to SLP Nest in an amount equal to or less than the Match
Funding SLP Nest has obtained as of the date of release.
4. On or before August 5, 2019 SLP Nest must provide the City with copies of the
following:
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4e) Page 4
Title: SLP Nest’s Year 2 funding request
(a) Detailed revenue and expenditure and contingency plans
(b) Ongoing operating budget
(c) Management/oversight plans for the SLP Nest property
(d) Marketing plans that include outreach to students of color and low-
income students
(e) The Lease
(f) SLP Nest’s accounting logs and receipts documenting Match Funding
5. In exchange for the provision of Funds, SLP Nest agrees to keep the operational
space for SLP Nest’s business open to use free-of-charge by all St. Louis Park
public and private school students during normal business hours. SLP Nest may,
however, charge a rental fee for any person or entity who wishes to use the SLP
Nest space to host an event, and such event space rental will not be considered a
violation of this Section 5.
6. Nothing contained in this Agreement, nor any act by the City or SLP Nest, shall
be deemed or construed by the SLP Nest or any third person to create any
relationship of third-party beneficiary, principal and agent, limited or general
partner, or joint venture between the City and the SLP Nest.
7. SLP Nest hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless City and City’s officials,
agents, employees, and assigns, from and against any and all claims, demands,
causes of action, suits, proceedings, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and
expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, caused by, incurred, or resulting
from the acts or omissions of SLP Nest pursuant to this Agreement.
8. A violation of any of term of this Agreement shall constitute an Event of Default.
Whenever any Event of Default occurs, SLP Nest will have seven (7) days to
remedy the same. If SLP Nest is unable to remedy the default, the City may
terminate this Agreement upon an additional seven (7) days’ notice to SLP Nest.
9. The Parties understand and agree that this Agreement contains all the
agreements between the City and SLP Nest. The Parties have no other written or
oral agreements. This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of
Minnesota. The parties agree that the Minnesota state and federal courts will
have exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute arising out of this Agreement. If a
court determines that any part of this Agreement is unlawful or unenforceable,
the remaining portions of the Agreement will remain in full force and effect. Any
ambiguity in the agreement will not be construed presumptively against any
party.
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4e) Page 5
Title: SLP Nest’s Year 2 funding request
In witness whereof, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date written above.
CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
By _________________________________
Jake Spano, Mayor
By _________________________________
Tom K. Harmening, City Manager
SLP NEST
By __________________________________
Its _______________________
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4f
Executive summary
Title: Accept donation from International Code Council
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a monetary
donation from the International Code Council in the amount of $750.00 to reimburse in part
related travel expenses for Brian Hoffman, Director of Building and Energy, to have participated
at the 2019 National Energy Codes Conference May 28-31 in Denver Colorado.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to accept the gift with restrictions on its use?
Summary: State statute requires city council’s acceptance of donations. This requirement is
necessary in order to make sure the city council has knowledge of any restrictions placed on the
use of each donation prior to it being expended.
This conference workshop is for code officials and sustainability managers to study recent
trends in energy conservation and renewable energy. Attendees participate in workshops to
begin crafting concepts for development into the next edition of the national model energy
code. Also included during the conference this year was a tour of the national renewable
energy laboratory, a net-zero energy office and research complex that included several of the
design components that will be used in construction of the Westwood Hill Nature Center.
The city attorney has reviewed this matter. His opinion is that state law permits the payment of
such expenses by this organization, regardless of whether the funds come from primary or
secondary sources. It is treated as a gift to the city and needs to be a resolution adopted by the
city council determining that attendance at this event serves a public purpose and accepting
the gift. The City of St. Louis Park pays for travel, conference, and hotel accommodations with a
single sum scholarship being provided to the city from the International Code Council.
Financial or budget considerations: This donation will be used toward offsetting the expenses
incurred by Brian Hoffman’s attendance at the National Energy Codes Conference in Denver,
Colorado. Remaining expenses are covered by the Department annual operating budget.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Brian Hoffman, Director of Building and Energy
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4f) Page 2
Title: Accept donation from International Code Council
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution accepting donation from the International Code Council
for expenses for Brian Hoffman to attend the
National Energy Codes Conference and
tour of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Whereas, The City of St. Louis Park is required by State Statute to authorize acceptance
of any donations; and
Whereas, the city council must also ratify any restrictions placed on the donation by the
donor; and
Whereas, the International Code Council will provide a single payment expense
reimbursement in an amount of $750.00 for the city’s Building and Energy Director, Brian
Hoffman, for attending the 2019 conference held during May 28-31 in Denver, Colorado; and
Now therefore be it resolved, by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that the
gift is hereby accepted with thanks to the International Code Council with the understanding
that it must be used for reimbursement of expenses incurred by Brian Hoffman in attending the
National Codes Conference in Denver, Colorado.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4g
Executive summary
Title: Resolution to extend authorization of temporary right to construct and temporary access
for SWLRT Project
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving and authorizing the mayor and
city manager to execute a temporary right to construct and acceptance of a temporary access
for the Met Council’s Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project.
Policy consideration: Is the proposed temporary right to construct consistent with the City’s
intent to provide in-kind property contributions to the SWLRT?
Summary: A Temporary Right to Construct for SWLRT was approved by the council in December
of 2018 (link to Dec. 17, 2018 meeting). The city and Met Council are finalizing the permanent
easement documents for the project that were part of the city’s commitment to contribute
land and easements for the construction of SWLRT, and this Temporary Right allows the Met
Council to continue construction while the permanent documents are being finalized.
This Temporary Right gives the Met Council access along the SWLRT line between Hwy 100 and
Park Glen Road. In consideration for the temporary right, the Met Council will give the city
Temporary Right to Access the outside storage area by crossing Met Council’s property acquired
from the Canadian Pacific Railroad for the SWLRT project. Both temporary rights expire upon the
earlier of February 1, 2020, or with the execution of permanent easements and deed.
The attached resolution approves the Temporary Right to Construct that the city is providing
the Met Council and authorizes its execution by the mayor and city manager. The resolution
also accepts the Temporary Right to Access being provided by the Met Council to the city. The
documents have been reviewed and approved by the city attorney.
Financial or budget considerations: There is no financial or budget consideration for these land
rights, temporary or permanent. They are being contributed by the city to the SWLRT project.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
Supporting documents: Map of Temporary Right to Construct /Temporary Right to Access
Resolution
Prepared by: Meg McMonigal, Principal Planner
Reviewed by: Karen Barton, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4g) Page 2
Title: Resolution to extend authorization of temporary right to construct and temporary access for SWLRT Project
Maps of In-Kind Contributions
Shown in red in Map A the City of St. Louis Park parcel to be transferred to the Metropolitan
Council; and, shown in green the driveway easement to be provided for a SWLRT Traction Power
Substation (TPSS). Shown in red-cross hatch in Map B the access easement St. Louis Park will
receive from the Met Council.
MAP A
MAP B
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4g) Page 3
Title: Resolution to extend authorization of temporary right to construct and temporary access for SWLRT Project
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution authorizing a temporary right to construct and acceptance of a
temporary access for the Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Project
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park (City) has been working with the Metropolitan
Council, host cities, public agencies and public transit funders in planning for the Southwest
Light Rail Transit Project (Project); and,
Whereas, the Project is an approximately 14.4 mile extension of the METRO Green
Line, which would operate from downtown Minneapolis through the cities of St. Louis Park,
Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Eden Prairie; and,
Whereas, the Metropolitan Council, as part of its Project planning and design
responsibilities, identified properties and right-of-way that is needed for the construction and
operation of the Project; and,
Whereas, on July 8, 2015, the Metropolitan Council adopted a revised proposed
Project scope that identifies right-of-way currently owned by the City of St. Louis Park (City) as a
component of the proposed Project; and,
Whereas, the Federal Transit Administration signed the Record of Decision on July 15,
2016, determining that the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
(NEPA) have been satisfied. On August 10, 2016, the Council determined the Final EIS for
Project is adequate, concluding the state environmental review process for the Project under
Minnesota Rules chapter 4410; and,
Whereas, the Project has identified land owned by the City to be used as an In-Kind
Land contribution per 49 CFR 18.24(f). This land is located at the St. Louis Park water tower site,
west of Park Glen Road (shown on the attached exhibit) and is valued at $64,450; and,
Whereas, the City, our residents, businesses, and workers would benefit from the
Project as it could provide an attractive transportation option for residents and workers, and
increase redevelopment opportunities which could strengthening the City’s tax base; and,
Whereas, the City wishes to assist the Metropolitan Council in its preparation of
appropriate Project budget documents for its pursuit of federal funding for the Project, and
thereby to the extent required, wishes to transfer the referenced property right of the City to
the Metropolitan Council; and,
Whereas, the City adopted Resolution 16-112 on September 19, 2016 committing the
City to transfer property right of the City land at the St. Louis Park water tower site west of Park
Glen (shown on the attached exhibit) to the Metropolitan Council for the Project with no
budget outlay of Project funds from the Metropolitan Council to the City, consistent with
applicable law; and,
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4g) Page 4
Title: Resolution to extend authorization of temporary right to construct and temporary access for SWLRT Project
Whereas, the City desires to provide the Metropolitan Council with a fee title to
property for the construction of and a permanent driveway easement for access to the Traction
Power Sub Station (TPSS) to be located west of the Park Glen Road Water Tower and needed
for the construction and operation of the Project; and,
Whereas, on November 7, 2018, the Planning Commission of the City reviewed the
proposed conveyance of the property and found that such conveyance is consistent with the
City’s comprehensive municipal plan; and,
Whereas, the City currently owns and uses property adjacent to the site for the TPSS
for outside storage and accesses that property across property now owned by the Metropolitan
Council; and,
Whereas, the City’s approval of fee title to property and a permanent driveway easement
and any temporary construction right for the TPSS is contingent on the City receiving temporary
right to access a permanent easement for access to the City’s outside storage area; and,
Whereas, a Permanent Access Easement granting the City the right to access its outside
storage property by crossing the Metropolitan Council property has been prepared; and,
Whereas, a deed providing the Metropolitan Council fee title to land for construction of
a TPSS and a permanent easement granting access to the TPSS site from the City has been
prepared; and,
Whereas, the deed and easements by and between the City and the Metropolitan
Council are under review by and require approval by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA);
and,
Whereas, the Metropolitan Council is seeking to begin construction of the SWLRT
(Green Line Extension) Project as soon as possible and the City supports that effort; and,
Whereas, the City granting of a Temporary Right to Construct and the Metropolitan
Council granting a Temporary Right to Access would enable the SWLRT Project (Green Line
Extension) to continue construction;, and
Whereas, on December 17, 2018, the City Council originally approved the temporary
right to construct and temporary access for the SWLRT until July 1, 2019.
Now therefore be it resolved that after appropriate examination and due consideration,
the governing body of the City of St. Louis Park herby approves the Temporary Right to Construct
and Temporary Right to Access; and, authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to execute the
Temporary Right to Construct, conditioned upon the Metropolitan Council approving the
Temporary Right to Access for the City driveway to access its outside storage property until
February 1, 2020 or until the execution of permanent easements and deed for this property.
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4g) Page 5
Title: Resolution to extend authorization of temporary right to construct and temporary access for SWLRT Project
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4h
Executive summary
Title: Accept monetary donations to Westwood Hills Nature Center
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution accepting monetary donations to
Westwood Hills Nature Center for educational programming.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to accept these gifts with restrictions on their
use?
Summary: State statute requires the city council’s acceptance of donations. This requirement is
necessary in order to make sure the city council has knowledge of any restrictions placed on the
use of each donation.
The following donations, totaling $855, have been received for educational programming at
Westwood Hills Nature Center: Stephen and Lynn Spencer ($100), Arlyce Wiersma ($10), Susan
Smereka ($100), Sharon Ridgeway ($500), Mary Neitge ($25), Becky McConnell ($20), Diana
Gratz ($10), Arlyss Dirkx and Doreen Nickels ($25) Jessie and Wally Daniels ($40) and Ronald
and Beatrice Hasselmann ($25).
Financial or budget considerations: These donations will be used for educational programming
at Westwood Hills Nature Center.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Carrie Mandler, Secretary Program Aide
Reviewed by: Mark Oestreich, Westwood Hills Nature Center Manager
Cynthia S. Walsh, Director of Operations and Recreation
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4h) Page 2
Title: Accept monetary donations to Westwood Hills Nature Center
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution approving acceptance of a donations from Stephen and Lynn
Spencer, Arlyce Wiersma, Susan Smereka, Sharon Ridgeway, Mary Neitge, Becky
McConnell, Diana Gratz, Arlyss Dirkx and Doreen Nickels, Jessie and Wally
Daniels and Ronald and Beatrice Hasselmann for
educational programming at Westwood Hills Nature Center
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is required by state statute to authorize acceptance
of any donations; and
Whereas, the city council must also ratify any restrictions placed on the donation by the
donor; and
Whereas, Stephen and Lynn Spencer ($100), Arlyce Wiersma ($10), Susan Smereka
($100), Sharon Ridgeway ($500), Mary Neitge ($25), Becky McConnell ($20), Diana Gratz ($10),
Arlyss Dirkx and Doreen Nickels ($25) Jessie and Wally Daniels ($40) and Ronald and Beatrice
Hasselmann ($25) donated a total of $855 to Westwood Hills Nature Center.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that the
gifts are hereby accepted with thanks to Stephen and Lynn Spencer, Arlyce Wiersma, Susan
Smereka, Sharon Ridgeway, Mary Neitge, Becky McConnell, Diana Gratz, Arlyss Dirkx and
Doreen Nickels, Jessie and Wally Daniels and Ronald and Beatrice Hasselmann with the
understanding that they be used for educational programming at Westwood Hills Nature
Center.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4i
Executive summary
Title: Traffic Study No. 703: Permit Parking at 2600 Raleigh Avenue
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing installation of permit parking
restrictions in front of 2600 Raleigh Avenue.
Policy consideration: The restriction is allowed per the city’s established regulatory authority
and policy (city code Sec. 30-160).
Summary: In June 2019, staff received a request from a resident at 2600 Raleigh Avenue for
medical needs parking. The resident requires curbside access to vehicles adjacent to their
property due to mobility concerns.
The city’s code (Sec. 30-160) and past practice allows for permit parking in these types of
situations. It has been the city’s practice to use permit parking, which can then be removed
when the individual needing the access no longer resides there or no longer needs the access.
Staff considers the request to be valid and supports the installation of permit parking at 2600
Raleigh Avenue. This recommendation is based on the following:
• A resident of the household has limited mobility and is eligible for a parking permit.
• Conflicting parking tendencies with neighbors will be eliminated.
To note, since 2600 Raleigh Avenue is a property on a corner, the resident has elected to use
the side adjacent to their property along 26th Street for their permit.
Financial or budget considerations: The cost of enacting these controls is minimal and will
come out of the general operating budget.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Map
Prepared by: Ben Manibog, Transportation Engineer
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4i) Page 2
Title: Traffic Study No. 703: Permit Parking at 2600 Raleigh Avenue
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution authorizing installation of permit parking in front of
2600 Raleigh Avenue
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park received a valid and complete application for permit
parking at 2600 Raleigh Avenue; and
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park allows for special parking permits for persons with
disabilities or medical needs under the city’s code Sec. 30-160; and
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely, and reliably.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, that the
Engineering Director is hereby authorized to install the following controls:
1. Permit parking at 2600 Raleigh Avenue
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4i) Page 3
Title: Traffic Study No. 703: Permit Parking at 2600 Raleigh Avenue
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4j
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving relocation of polling place for 2019 General Election
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving relocation of polling place for
Ward 3, Precinct 9, from Prince of Peace Lutheran Church to Knollwood Place Apartments, 3630
Phillips Parkway.
Policy consideration: Does the proposal meet the statutory requirements for designation of a
polling place?
Summary: In June, 2019 the city was notified by Prince of Peace Lutheran Church that the
facility is in the process of being sold and would not be available for use as a polling place for
the 2019 General Election. This facility served as the polling place for Precinct 9, located in
Ward 3. MN Statute 204B.16 requires polling places to be designated by December 31 of each
year, but provides municipalities the authority to make changes after the deadline in situations
where a polling place becomes unavailable for use.
Staff evaluates potential locations for polling places based on a number of criteria, including
accessibility, parking, traffic implications, size of space, availability, the ability of the facility to
accommodate election activities, security, and voter convenience. Additionally, MN Statute
Section 204B.16 also requires that the polling place be located within the precinct or within one
mile of the precinct boundary.
Based on this criteria and statutory requirements, designation of Knollwood Place Apartments
as the polling place for Precinct 9 is recommended. The staff at Knollwood Place has been
extremely supportive of this change and are very excited to be able to partner with the city on
elections. The Housing Director at Knollwood Place Apartments also participates in our Election
Ambassador Program and has met with members of the city elections team to begin planning
and to discuss logistics (parking, traffic, security) for the upcoming election. City staff will
continue to meet regularly with staff from each of our polling locations over the coming months
to ensure that election activities run smoothly at all of the facilities being used as polling places.
Staff will ensure all voters in Precinct 9 are notified of the change in polling location.
Information regarding the new polling location will be published in the Park Perspective, Sun
Sailor newspaper, and on the city website. All polling place maps and precinct finders will be
updated to reflect the change. All registered voters in Precinct 9 will be notified of the change
via mailed notice from Hennepin County at least 25 days before the General election. Regular
notifications will go out via all social media outlets, Next Door, and Gov Delivery. The precinct
change will also be heavily advertised during our mock election in September. All other polling
places previously established will remain unchanged for the 2019 cycle and are scheduled to be
reviewed as a part of the redistricting process that will follow the 2020 census.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4j) Page 2
Title: Resolution approving relocation of polling place for 2019 General Election
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution approving relocation of polling place for Precinct 9 located in Ward 3
from Prince of Peace Lutheran Church to Knollwood Place Apartments,
3630 Phillips Parkway
Whereas, on April 2, 2012 the St. Louis Park City Council adopted Resolution No. 12-060,
establishing precinct boundaries and polling places following the 2010 U.S. Census, Legislative
Redistricting; and
Whereas, the city was informed that Prince of Peace Lutheran Church located at 8115
State Highway No. 7 would not be available for use as a polling place for the 2019 election
cycle; and
Whereas, MN Statute Section 204B.16 states voting locations must be located within the
boundaries of a precinct or within one mile of a boundary, accessible to and usable by elderly
individuals and individuals with disabilities, and of sufficient size to accommodate all election
activities; and
Whereas, the alternate polling location has been evaluated and recommended based on
the criteria established and statutory requirements.
Now therefore be it resolved that the St. Louis Park City Council hereby designates the
following relocated polling place for Ward 3, Precinct 9 for the 2019 General Election and all
future elections:
Precinct 9 – Knollwood Place Apartments, 3630 Phillips Parkway
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4k
Executive summary
Title: Statutory tort limits for liability insurance
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution electing not to waive the statutory tort
limits for liability insurance.
Policy consideration: Not applicable
Summary: Each year the council is required to pass a resolution indicating if they wish to waive
or not waive the monetary limits on municipal tort liability insurance established by Minnesota
Statute 466.04.
The statutory liability limits for claims that occur after July 1, 2009 are $500,000 per claimant and
$1,500,000 per occurrence.
The city council must review and make an election of one of the following three options:
•Not to waive the statutory tort limits (staff recommendation)
•Waive the limits and not purchase excess liability coverage.
•Waive the limits and purchase excess liability coverage
The three options are explained in more detail in the background section of this report.
Financial or budget considerations: The city will continue to maintain liability insurance coverage
through the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust in the amount required by State Statute,
and the required annual motion will be in place in preparation for the new policy year.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolution
Prepared by: Tim Simon, Chief Financial Officer
Reviewed by: Nancy Deno, Deputy City Manager/HR Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4k) Page 2
Title: Statutory tort limits for liability insurance
Discussion
Background: The three options the city council has are detailed below. The city’s practice has
been option 1, to not waive the statutory tort limits. Staff recommends the council continue with
this practice.
Option 1 (recommended)
If the city elects not to waive the statutory tort limits, an individual claimant would be able to
recover no more than $500,000 on any claim to which the statutory tort limits apply. The total
which all claimants would be able to recover for a single occurrence would be limited to
$1,500,000.
Option 2
If the city waives the statutory tort limits and does not purchase excess liability coverage, a single
claimant could potentially recover up to $2,000,000 on a single occurrence. The total which all
claimants would be able to recover for a single occurrence to which the statutory tort limits apply
would also be limited to $2,000,000, regardless of the number of claimants.
Option 3
If the city waives the statutory tort limits and purchases excess liability coverage, a single claimant
could potentially recover an amount up to the limit of the coverage purchased. The total which
all claimants would be able to recover for a single occurrence to which the statutory tort limits
apply would also be limited to the amount of coverage purchased, regardless of the number of
claimants.
The City of St. Louis Park in the past has elected to not waive the statutory tort limits and has not
purchased excess liability coverage. Staff recommends continuing this practice and not to waive
the statutory limits. The following resolution allows the statutory tort limits to remain in place
until the council changes this election. Staff will ask council to consider this question annually as
required by the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust.
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4k) Page 3
Title: Statutory tort limits for liability insurance
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution electing not to waive the
Statutory tort limits for liability insurance
Whereas, pursuant to previous action taken, the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance
Trust has requested the City to make an election with regard to waiving or not waiving its tort
liability established by Minnesota Statute 466.04; and
Whereas, the choices available are to not waive the statutory limit, to waive the limit but
to keep insurance coverage at the statutory limit, or to waive the limit and to add additional
insurance coverage;
Now therefore be it resolved that the St. Louis Park City Council does hereby elect not
to waive the statutory tort liability limit established by Minnesota Statute 466.04 and that such
election is effective until amended by further resolution of the St. Louis Park City Council.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4l
Executive summary
Title: Final payment resolution –Alley Reconstruction project – project No. 4018-1500
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution accepting work and authorizing final
payment in the amount of $20,956.80 for the 2018 Alley Reconstruction project with G.L.
Contracting, Inc., city contract No. 63-18.
Policy consideration: Not applicable
Summary: On May 7, 2018, the city council awarded the bid for the 2018 Alley Reconstruction
project. The project was advertised, bid and awarded to G.L. Contracting, Inc. in the amount of
$639,433.40. The project consisted of replacing nine segments of unimproved alleys with
concrete pavement in the Sorenson neighborhood. This was the second year of a 10-year plan
to replace all the gravel and bituminous alleys in the city with concrete pavement.
The contractor completed this work within the contract time allowed at a final contract cost of
$639,260.61. This is a slight underrun of $172.79. There were no change orders associated with
this contract.
Financial or budget considerations: The cost of the work performed by the contractor under
Contract No. 63-18 has been calculated as follows:
This project was planned for and included in the city’s capital improvement program (CIP) for
2018. This project will be paid for using pavement management and stormwater utility funds.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Phillip Elkin, Project Engineer
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
Original contract price $639,433.40
Work certified to date $639,260.61
Previous payments -$618,303.81
Balance due $ 20,956.80
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4l) Page 2
Title: Final payment resolution –Alley Reconstruction project – project No. 4018-1500
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution authorizing final payment
and accepting work for the Alley Reconstruction project
City Project No. 4018-1500
Contract No. 63-18
Be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, as follows:
1.Pursuant to a written contract with the City dated May 7, 2018, G.L. Contracting, Inc. has
satisfactorily completed the annual alley reconstruction project, as per contract no. 63-
18.
2.The Engineering Director has filed her recommendations for final acceptance of the work.
3.The work completed under this contract is accepted and approved. The final contract
cost is $639,260.61.
4.The City Manager is directed to make final payment in the amount of $20,956.80 on this
contract, taking the contractor's receipt in full.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4m
Executive summary
Title: Removal of assessment of delinquent charge
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving the removal of assessment of
$1,677.16 in delinquent charge for PID 3102924330115.
Policy consideration: Does the City Council desire to remove the assessment?
Summary: The City certifies delinquent charges to Hennepin County as a means to collect on
these accounts. The certification is done via the special assessment process, and becomes a lien
on the individual properties that is due over the next year or several years, depending upon the
type of charge. It was determined after the 2016 pay 2017 certification process was completed
that the assessment of $1,677.16 to PID 3102924330115 (levy #19461) was incorrect and the
delinquent charges should not have been assessed. Hennepin County requires a resolution to
remove the assessment.
Financial or budget considerations: Collection of these charges is vital to the financial stability
of the City’s utility systems and to reimburse the City for expenses incurred in providing
services.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Mark Ebensteiner, Finance Manager
Reviewed by: Tim Simon, Chief Financial Officer
Nancy Deno, Deputy City Manager/HR Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 4m) Page 2
Title: Removal of assessment of delinquent charge
Resolution No. 19-___
Removal of assessment for delinquent utility charge
Whereas, Finance had prepared a list of unpaid charges to be certified against PID
3102924330115 and later determined that the assessment was incorrect and the
delinquent charges should not have been assessed.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that
assessment of $1,677.16 to PID 3102924330115 be removed. (included in levy # 19461)
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Public hearing: 6a
Executive summary
Title: Surface Water Management Plan update
Recommended action: Mayor to open public hearing, receive comments, then close the public
hearing. Motion to adopt Resolution approving the 2018 Surface Water Management Plan
update.
Policy consideration: Does the city council support the goals and policies incorporated into the
updated Surface Water Management Plan?
Summary: On October 2, 2017, council authorized an update to the Surface Water
Management Plan (SWMP). This plan was originally adopted in 1998 and revised in 2010. This
plan defines policies, identifies issue areas, prioritizes projects, and plans implementation
activities around three core services: flood protection, stormwater runoff management, and
clean surface water. It is one of three water plans that serve as the basis for the Water
Resources chapter in the Comprehensive Plan.
During the SWMP update process, the city implemented a robust outreach and engagement
plan that ran concurrent to and complemented the City of St. Louis Park’s 2040 comprehensive
plan update. In addition to updating the SWMP, the city’s municipal separate storm sewer
system (MS4) stormwater pollution prevention program (SWPPP) was also updated. The last
time the SWPPP was updated was in 2008.
Metropolitan Council, the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District and the Basset Creek Water
Management Organization have reviewed and approved the Plan for conformance to MN Rule
8410 and MN Statute 103B.235 and overlying watershed district Watershed Plans.
A copy of the updated plan is available at:
https://www.stlouispark.org/government/departments-
divisions/engineering/stormwater/surface-water-management-plan
Financial or budget considerations: The plan includes an implementation program. The
initiatives and projects are comprised of two areas. The first is ongoing programs and activities;
the second is capital improvement projects. Funding for implementation is provided by storm
water utility funds.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolution
Prepared by: Phillip Elkin, Senior Engineering Project Manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, Engineering Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 6a) Page 2
Title: Surface Water Management Plan update
Discussion
Background: The city partnered with RESPEC and Young Environmental Consulting Group, LLC
in August 2017 to facilitate the development of the update to the Surface Water Management
Plan (SWMP). The SWMP has been prepared in accordance with Minnesota Statute 103B.235
and Minnesota Rules 8410 and replaces the city’s 2009 plan.
The SWMP meets the policies and requirements of the Metropolitan Council, Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District and Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission, as well as other
local, state, and federal agencies. This SWMP was designed to further the following vision
statements toward surface water management:
•Ensure every person understands the stormwater and natural systems and where their
water goes and encourage people to change their actions to positively influence those
systems.
•Incorporate a city-wide, integrated, and collaborative approach to maximizing
stormwater and natural system opportunities through land use changes.
•Collaborate beyond expectations to further define and utilize our resources and better
manage stormwater and our natural systems to revitalize and connect our community
and guarantee our future resilience.
•Position natural systems in balance with the built environment to place the community
as a vibrant, resilient regional land use and water resource management leader.
The updated SWMP lays down the foundation for the city’s management of surface water and
stormwater within the city. It sets goals and policies for the city and its resources, provides data
and other background information, assesses both city-wide and specific issues, and lists
implementation tasks to achieve these goals. Additionally, the SWMP provides information
regarding how the city will fund the SWMP implementation program.
Public Process: During the SWMP update, the city implemented a robust outreach and
engagement plan that complemented the City of St. Louis Park’s 2040 comprehensive plan, as
well as the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) stormwater pollution prevention
program (SWPPP) concurrent updates.
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 6a) Page 3
Title: Surface Water Management Plan update
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution adopting the local
Surface Water Management Plan Update
city project 4018-4100
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in environmental
stewardship
Whereas, notice of a draft of the Surface Water Management Plan update was sent to
adjacent governmental units for review and comment and was available for public review on
the city’s web site on September 24, 2018 and the city accepted comments until November 30,
2018 and made any minor or technical changes to the document as needed, and
Whereas, the City Council held a public hearing on the proposed Surface Water
Management Plan update on August 5, 2019, following published notice in the official
newspaper on July 25, 2019 and
Whereas, the Surface Water Management Plan meet the requirements of Minnesota
Rules 8410 and 8420 and whereas the Surface Water Management Plan have been reviewed
and approved by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District and Basset Creek Water
Management Organization
Now therefore be it resolved that the City Council of St, Louis Park hereby authorizes
the Mayor and City Manager to adopt the Surface Water Management Plan update.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Action agenda item: 8a
Executive summary
Title: Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan for Reilly Tar Superfund Site
Recommended action: Motion to approve the amended consent decree and remedial action
plan for the Reilly Tar Superfund site.
Policy consideration: Is the council in agreement on moving forward with the amended consent
decree?
Summary: Since 2013 the city has worked with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
(“MPCA”) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) to prepare an
Amended Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan (“CD-RAP”) for the Reilly Tar & Chemical
Superfund Site. The amended CD-RAP is based on the current U.S. Department of Justice
(“DOJ”) model and provides greater flexibility for the city and the regulatory agencies to tailor
the remedy to address current and future conditions at the site and insure the health and
safety of the community. Among other changes, the main points of the amended CD-RAP
include:
•Incorporates current water quality standards and provides that new
and/or revised standards will apply automatically;
•Implements the remedy (groundwater pumping and treatment)
through separate plans which can be modified to address changing site
conditions without reopening the CD-RAP;
•Removes certain parties (Vertellus Industries and Minnesota
Department of Health) and provides a limited role for others (Oak Park
Village, Philip’s Investment, and City of Hopkins); and
•Creates a mechanism to use the funds, if any, that EPA recovers in
connection with the bankruptcy of the former Site owner (Vertellus
Industries) to reimburse the City’s costs related to the Site.
Next Steps: The remaining parties, MPCA, EPA and the U.S. Department of Justice, are going
through formal approval and obtaining signatures. Once the amended Consent Decree is signed
by all parties, the DOJ will file a Notice of Lodging Consent Decree with the US District Court.
This filing will trigger a 30-day public comment period after which the court can give final
approval of the CD-RAP.
Financial or budget considerations: None at this time.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Prepared by: Cynthia S. Walsh, Operations and Recreation Director
Mark Hanson, Public Works Superintendent
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 8a) Page 2
Title: Consent Decree and Remedial Action Plan for Reilly Tar Superfund Site
Discussion
Background: The City has worked with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (“MPCA”) and
the United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) to prepare an Amended Consent
Decree and Remedial Action Plan (“CD-RAP”) for to the Reilly Tar & Chemical Superfund Site.
The Amended CD-RAP is based on the current U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) model and
provides greater flexibility for the City and the regulatory agencies to tailor the remedy to
address current and future conditions at the site. The primary changes include; incorporating
current water quality standards and providing that new and/or revised standards will apply
automatically; implementing the remedy (groundwater pumping and treatment) through
separate plans which can be modified to address changing site conditions without reopening
the CD-RAP; removing certain parties (Vertellus Industries and Minnesota Department of
Health) and provide a limited role for others (Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Oak Park
Village, Philip’s Investment and City of Hopkins); and creating a mechanism to reimburse the
city’s costs if the EPA recovers funds from the former site owner (Vertellus Industries).
Present considerations: The parties to the existing CD-RAP will also need to sign this amended
document. Philip’s Investment (Park Tavern) has already signed the amended Consent Decree
The City of Hopkins approved the amended Consent Decree at its June 18, 2019 City Council
meeting and is expected to sign the document soon. Since Oak Park Village is in the process of
selling its property, we are working with the DOJ on an access agreement with the buyer in
advance of Oak Park Village signing the Amended CD-RAP prior to the mid-July closing of the
sale. The remaining parties, MPCA, EPA and the U.S. Department of Justice, are going through
formal approval and obtaining signatures. Timing of the final approval from the DOJ will depend
upon whether they will view the amended CD-RAP as an update to the existing CD-RAP (roughly
one month for approval) or as a new CD-RAP (roughly two months). The DOJ attorney assigned
to the site is recommending that it be addressed as an update because it does not add any
parties or address any new areas of contamination. Once the amended Consent Decree is
signed by all parties, the DOJ will file a Notice of Lodging Consent Decree with the US District
Court. This filing will trigger a 30-day public comment period after which the court can give final
approval of the CD-RAP.
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Action agenda item: 8b
Executive summary
Title: Adoption of the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving the St. Louis Park 2040
Comprehensive Plan. (Requires 5 affirmative votes.)
Policy consideration: Does the 2040 St. Louis Park Comprehensive Plan meet the City Council’s
desired direction and strategic priorities for the future?
Summary: The 2040 Comprehensive Plan was approved by the city council on December 17,
2018 for submittal the Metropolitan Council (link to report). The Metropolitan Council
authorized the city to place the document into effect on July 10, 2019. The 2040
Comprehensive Plan can be found at: www.stlouispark.org/SLP2040
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan is the culmination of several years of work, beginning with the
Vision 3.0 process in 2016-17, which included over 40 meetings and participation of 1,500
residents. This process was followed by four community input meetings on the Comprehensive
Plan update that were held in the fall of 2017 and were attended by 133 residents. In addition,
an on-line survey was conducted at that time, with 1,083 people participating. In the spring of
2018, an additional survey was conducted for input on the directions and proposed policy
changes of the Plan; 2,153 people participated and provided input on the draft Plan. Input from
the spring survey was very supportive of the future directions and policies proposed in the draft
Plan.
Notable policy changes in the 2040 plan include:
•Increasing the density in residential areas
•Adding a new land use category for areas near the SWLRT stations
•Prioritizing walking first, bicycling and transit next, and then motor vehicle use
•Promoting affordable housing options for low- and moderate-income households
•Adding new sections on Racial Equity and Climate and Energy
Financial or budget considerations: The comprehensive plan is a big picture policy document
that adopts the city’s goals and strategies to meet its vision for the future. The 2040 plan
provides city-wide and long-term context for future decisions and funding.
Strategic priority consideration: All of the council’s strategic priorities are addressed in the
2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Currently available at www.stlouispark.org/SLP2040 or available for
viewing in the city clerk’s office
Resolution
Prepared by: Meg J. McMonigal, Principal Planner
Reviewed by: Karen Barton, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 8b) Page 2
Title: Adoption of the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Discussion
Background: The 2040 Comprehensive Plan sets out goals, strategies and direction to carry out
the city’s vision for its future. It includes specific plan sections on land use, housing, mobility,
parks, water resources, capital improvements and other elements required by state law. New
sections in the plan include: racial equity, climate and energy, and community health.
State statutes require local governments in the metropolitan area to complete a comprehensive
plan every 10 years. The Metropolitan Council, the planning agency for the 7-county area, reviews
the plans for conformance to the regional systems and various requirements. Emphasis in the
2040 plan has been on the city council’s strategic priorities developed from the Vision 3.0
community process.
Building on Vision 3.0, council strategic priorities, the 2040 comprehensive plan began with
community meetings with 133 residents attending. An on-line survey was also conducted in
the fall of 2017 with 1,083 people participating. The intent was to gain input on the existing
2030 plan and future directions for the city. That input was shared with city staff as each
chapter was reviewed for updates. In addition, during 2017-18, the Planning Commission had
14 meetings on the plan, and the City Council had 12 updates and/or discussions on the plan
Staff from every department worked with the planners to document past and current
information and practices, as well as future vision and direction for conducting the city’s
business. Several consultants provided expertise in the areas of water supply, sanitary sewer,
surface water management, mobility and land use planning.
The draft plan was available to the public in the spring of 2018, and another on-line survey was
conducted. An astounding 2,153 people in the community responded, with overwhelming
support for the proposed directions of the city.
Present considerations: The 2040 Comprehensive Plan was approved by the city council on
December 17, 2018 for submittal the Metropolitan Council. On July 10, 2019, the Metropolitan
Council authorized the city to place the document into effect.
Next steps: With adoption of the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan, it becomes the
guiding policy document for a number of areas of city business. The plan may be updated
and/or amended from time to time, and an overall update will be needed again in 2028.
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 8b) Page 3
Title: Adoption of the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution adopting the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Whereas, the Comprehensive Plan is required to be periodically reviewed by the
Planning Commission of the City of St. Louis Park and updated at least every ten years by
Minnesota Statutes section 473.864, and in response to revisions in the Metropolitan Systems
Statements and regional plans by the Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities, and
Whereas, Minnesota Statutes sections 473.858 and 473.864 require local governmental
units to complete their “decennial” reviews by December 31, 2018; and
Whereas, the 2030 Comprehensive Plan was adopted by the City Council on December
21, 2009, and
Whereas, the Plan will prepare the community for anticipated changes, and advance
efficiency in private and public investments and expenditures, and
Whereas, the use of the Comprehensive Plan will insure a safer, more livable
community and will promote the public health, safety, and general welfare for people in the
city, and
Whereas, in 2017 over 1,500 community members of St. Louis Park participated in a
visioning process to identify and make recommendations about strategic issues facing the city
and
Whereas, Vision 3.0 outcomes and strategic priorities developed from those outcomes
have been incorporated and integrated into the updated 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and
Whereas, the city held four Neighborhood Planning Workshops in November of 2017
with 133 attendees, and conducted a companion on-line survey that garnered 1,083 responses,
and
Whereas, the city held another on-line survey in May and June of 2018 on proposed
changes to the plan and garnered 2,158 responses, and
Whereas, the Planning Commission reviewed and revised the plan in 14 meetings during
2017 and 2018, and
Whereas, notice of a draft of 2040 St. Louis Park Comprehensive Plan was sent to
adjacent governmental units for review and comment and was available for public review on
the city’s web site on June 29, 2018 and the city accepted comments until December 28, 2018,
and
Whereas, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed 2040
Comprehensive Plan on December 5, 2018, following published notice in the official newspaper
on November 8, 2018, November 15, 2018, and November 22, 2018, and
City council meeting of August 5, 2019 (Item No. 8b) Page 4
Title: Adoption of the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Whereas, on December 17, 2018 the City Council of St. Louis Park authorized submittal
of the to the Metropolitan Council for review, and
Whereas, on July 10, 2019 the Metropolitan Council authorized the city to place the
plan into effect.
Now therefore be it resolved that the St. Louis Park 2040 Comprehensive Plan is hereby
adopted.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: August 5, 2019
Action agenda item: 8c
Executive summary
Title: Comprehensive plan related zoning map amendments
Recommended action: Motion to approve the first reading of an Ordinance amending the
zoning map under Chapter 36 and set the second reading for August 19, 2019.
Policy consideration: Does council support the proposed zoning changes based on the land use
guidance in the St. Louis Park 2040 comprehensive plan?
Summary: The Metropolitan Council authorized the St. Louis Park 2040 comprehensive plan on
July 10, 2019. City adoption of the comprehensive plan is on the agenda the same evening as
this item. Land use changes in the plan result in a number of parcels throughout the city having
a mismatch between the new land use guidance and the existing zoning district. The city must
bring the zoning into substantial conformance with the plan within nine months.
Due to the number of parcels (72) and size of the areas proposed to be rezoned, the city is
following the procedures for a comprehensive rezoning of all the parcels at once. The
procedures are somewhat different than smaller zoning map amendments. A comprehensive
rezoning requires 5 affirmative votes from the city council.
Staff held an open house on the proposed comprehensive rezoning on May 8, 2019. Notices
were mailed to all properties to be rezoned, plus all property owners within 350 feet of those
parcels. Social media and emails were also used. Ten community members attended, and no
one in attendance objected to the proposed changes.
Planning commission held the public hearing on June 19, 2019. Owners of four properties spoke
at the hearing, and two of them objected to the changes to their respective parcels. Planning
commissioners unanimously recommended approval of the zoning map amendments, however
there was some discussion and concern regarding the property at 4700 Park Glen Road. The
owners of 4700 Park Glen Road subsequently submitted a letter further detailing the reasons
they oppose the zoning change for that parcel from business park (BP) to mixed use (MX), and
the letter is attached for your review.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of
housing and neighborhood oriented development.
Supporting documents: Ordinance (including an attached list of parcels); comprehensive plan
related zoning map amendments index map; area maps showing existing and proposed zoning
for each area; excerpt of the unofficial planning commission meeting minutes from June 19,
2019; 2040 proposed future land use map from the comprehensive plan; letter regarding 4700
Park Glen Road
Prepared by: Sean Walther, Planning and Zoning Supervisor
Reviewed by: Karen Barton, Community Development Director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, City Manager
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Discussion
Background: The 2040 comprehensive plan sets out goals, strategies and direction to carry out
the city’s vision for its future. It includes specific plan sections on land use, housing, mobility,
parks, water resources, racial equity, climate and energy, community health and other
elements required by state law. The planning commission made formal recommendations to
city council on December 5, 2018, and council authorized submittal of the plan to the
Metropolitan Council for review on December 17, 2018. The Metropolitan Council authorized
the St. Louis Park 2040 comprehensive plan on July 10, 2019. City adoption of the
comprehensive plan is on the agenda this evening. Land use changes in the plan result in a
number of parcels throughout the city having a mismatch between the new land use guidance
and the existing zoning district. The city must bring the zoning into substantial conformance
with the plan within nine months, as required by Met Council.
Proposed zoning changes: There are 72 parcels located in 12 different areas of the city that are
proposed to be rezoned through this comprehensive rezoning process. Attached to the report is
a citywide zoning map showing the proposed zoning and providing an index of the 12 areas.
Also attached are additional illustrations showing the twelve areas in more detail and
comparing side by side the existing and proposed zoning. Parcels to be rezoned have the lot
lines shown in thick black lines, compared to the thinner grey lot lines of all other parcels. The
zoning of the parcels that are changing are also labeled in the more detailed illustrations.
Due to the number of parcels (72) and size of the areas proposed to be rezoned, the city is
following the procedures for a comprehensive rezoning of all the parcels at once. The
procedures are somewhat different than smaller zoning map amendments. A comprehensive
rezoning requires 5 affirmative votes from the city council.
Transit oriented development (TOD) land use category: The St. Louis Park 2040 comprehensive
plan created a new land use category called transit-oriented development (TOD). The goal of
this designation is to facilitate pedestrian-scale development within a 10-minute walk of future
Southwest Light Rail (SWLRT) stations. This land use allows a mix of commercial, office,
residential, civic and park/open space uses. The focus of the designation is on block sizes, lot
sizes, and building forms that create a pedestrian-rich environment, rather than a specific mix
of uses.
In order to meet all the goals of this new land use designation, it is expected that new zoning
district(s) will need to be created in the future. City staff anticipate a form-based code will be
utilized around the SWLRT stations. However, in the interim, staff recommends rezoning these
parcels to one of the city’s present zoning categories in order to more closely match the mix of
uses desired in these areas and that are more closely tied to the TOD land use designation.
These TOD guided parcels are located in areas 7 through 11 as shown in the attached maps.
Staff anticipates reintroducing the form-based code to planning commission in the third or
fourth quarter of 2019.
Public input: Staff held an open house on the proposed comprehensive rezoning on May 8,
2019. Notices were mailed to all properties to be rezoned, plus all property owners within 350
feet of those parcels. Social media and emails were also used. Ten community members
attended, and no one in attendance objected to the proposed changes.
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Planning commission held a public hearing on June 19, 2019. Owners of four properties spoke
at the hearing, and two of them objected to the changes for their parcels. Following discussion
summarized in the attached draft of the meeting minutes, the planning commission
unanimously recommended approval of the zoning map amendments following discussion of
the two properties where owners objected to the changes.
Present considerations: The proposed rezoning of 70 of the 72 parcels are presently
unchallenged by the property owners and will bring the properties closer to substantial
conformance with the comprehensive plan future land use designation.
The owners of two parcels objected to the rezoning of their respective parcels. The summary of
their testimony at the public hearing, and planning commission’s discussion are available for
your review in the draft planning commission meeting minutes.
The parcel at 7525 Wayzata Boulevard is proposed to change from the general commercial (C-
2) to the office (O) zoning district. This parcel is located in Area 1 in the attached reference
maps.
The parcel at 4700 Park Glen Road is proposed to change from the business park (BP) to the
mixed use (MX) zoning district. This parcel is located in Area 9 on the attached reference maps.
The owner submitted a letter for city council consideration, which is attached to the report.
Next steps: If approved, the second reading of the Ordinance will be scheduled for August 19,
2019.
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Ordinance No. ___-19
Ordinance amending the St. Louis Park official zoning map
The City of St. Louis Park does ordain:
Section 1. The city council has considered the advice and recommendation of the planning
commission (Case No. 19-09-Z).
Section 2. The St. Louis Park official zoning map is hereby amended by changing the
zoning district boundaries to reclassify 72 parcels as indicated in the attached list.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its publication.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council August 5, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, City Manager Jake Spano, Mayor
Attest: Approved as to form and execution:
Melissa Kennedy, City Clerk Soren Mattick, City Attorney
First Reading July 15, 2019
Second Reading August 5, 2019
Date of Publication August 15, 2019
Date Ordinance takes effect August 30, 2019
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Table 1: Proposed list of parcels to be rezoned
PID Address Current Zoning Proposed Zoning
0511721310032 7407 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721310033 7415 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721310094 7525 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721310096 7515 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721320005 7841 Wayzata Blvd. C-1 Neighborhood Commercial O Office
0511721320006 7855 Wayzata Blvd. C-1 Neighborhood Commercial O Office
0511721320051 7601 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320031 1345 Colorado Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320033 6112 14th St. W C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320047 6311 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320048 1343 Dakota Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320049 1342 Colorado Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320050 1336 Colorado Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320051 1332 Colorado Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320052 6301 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320071 6009 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320086 1341 Colorado Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320087 1341 Colorado Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0411721320184 1405 Colorado Ave. S C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721410002 6415 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721410022 6465 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721410023 6445 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721410024 6401 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
0511721410025 6401 1/2 Wayzata Blvd. C-2 General Commercial O Office
3102924220001 1700 Highway 100 S I-P Industrial Park BP Business Park
3102924220002 5120 Cedar Lake Road I-P Industrial Park BP Business Park
3102924220029 5305 Parkdale Drive I-P Industrial Park BP Business Park
0811721130041 7101 Cedar Lake Road C-2 General Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0811721240008 7239 Cedar Lake Road C-2 General Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0811721420192 2645 Louisiana Ave. S C-1 Neighborhood Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0811721420195 2633 Louisiana Ave. S C-1 Neighborhood Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0811721420196 2629 Louisiana Ave. S C-1 Neighborhood Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0811721420197 2625 Louisiana Ave. S C-1 Neighborhood Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0811721420198 2641 Louisiana Ave. S C-1 Neighborhood Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0711721440029 8000 Minnetonka Blvd. C-2 General Commercial M-X Mixed Use
0711721330055 2815 Jordan Ave. S R-1 Single Family Residential POS Parks Open Space
0711721330054 2801 Jordan Ave. S R-1 Single Family Residential POS Parks Open Space
0711721310080 9019 Cedar Lake Road R-1 Single Family Residential POS Parks Open Space
0602824140099 3200 France Ave. S I-P Industrial Park R-4 Multiple-Family
Residence
0602824110089 3059 Joppa Ave. S I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
0602824120035 4405 Highway 7 I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
0602824120036 3113 Lynn Ave. S I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
0602824120037 3119 Lynn Ave. S I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
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PID Address Current Zoning Proposed Zoning
0602824120103 4521 Highway 7 I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
0602824120105 3200 Lynn Ave. S I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
0602824120178 4301 Highway 7 I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
0602824240031 4600 Park Glen Road I-P Industrial Park M-X Mixed Use
0602824240032 4700 Park Glen Road BP Business Park M-X Mixed Use
0602824310015 3440 Beltline Blvd. BP Business Park M-X Mixed Use
0602824310021 3510 Beltline Blvd. BP Business Park M-X Mixed Use
1611721310063 5708 35th St. W I-P Industrial Park R-C High-Density
Multiple-Family
Residence
1611721310064 5720 35th St. W I-P Industrial Park R-C High-Density
Multiple-Family
Residence
1611721310076 3548 Xenwood Ave. S I-P Industrial Park R-C High-Density
Multiple-Family
Residence
1611721340038 5724 36th St. W I-P Industrial Park M-X Mixed Use
1611721340040 5708 36th St. W I-P Industrial Park M-X Mixed Use
1611721340046 5727 36th St. W I-P Industrial Park M-X Mixed Use
1611721340068 5802 36th St. W C-2 General Commercial M-X Mixed Use
1611721340071 5718 36th St. W I-P Industrial Park M-X Mixed Use
1611721340072 5701 36th St. W I-P Industrial Park M-X Mixed Use
1611721340077 5721 36th St. W I-P Industrial Park M-X Mixed Use
1711721440035 3725 Monitor St. C-2 General Commercial BP Business Park
2011721110004 6610 Oxford St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721110008 6525 Oxford St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721110009 3830 Edgewood Ave. S I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721110036 6530 Cambridge St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721110037 6725 Oxford St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721110039 6606 Oxford St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721110040 6600 Oxford St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721110044 6521 Cambridge St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721120004 6830 Oxford St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2011721120035 6850 Oxford St. I-G General Industrial BP Business Park
2111721320004 4052 Alabama Ave. S C-2 General Commercial R-2 Single Family
Residential
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EXCERPT OF UNOFFICIAL MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
JUNE 19, 2019 – 6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Carl Robertson; Claudia Johnston-Madison; Jessica Kraft; Courtney
Erwin; Lynette Dumalag; Matt Eckholm; Jim Beneke; Alanna Franklin
(youth member)
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Sean Walther, Planning and Zoning Supervisor
Gary Morrison, Assistant Zoning Administrator
Akua Opoku, Community Development Intern
3.Public Hearings
3a. Comprehensive plan related zoning map amendments
Applicant: City of St. Louis Park
Case Nos: 19-09-ZA
Mr. Sean Walther presented the staff report. It was reported that the city held an open
house in the beginning of May 2019 to provide information and answer any questions or
concerns regarding the proposed rezoning. Letters were mailed to every property that is
proposed to be rezoned, as well as any property within 350 feet of the proposed
changed for that open house. The city also utilized social media, the website and email
contacts for neighborhoods leaders.
Mr. Walther summarized the proposed rezoning of the properties.
Commissioner Robertson asked if all the properties that are proposed to be changed
were addressed tonight, or if some properties have been left out because of questions
or concerns.
Mr. Walther responded that no changes have occurred since the initial notice for the
open house was mailed.
Commissioner Kraft asked about the existing properties and if their current usage would
stay with the property following the rezoning.
Mr. Walther explained the rezoning does not require an immediate change of use.
Existing uses could remain and operate as they do today. They may become legal non-
conforming uses, and they are allowed to continue, but, they are not allowed to expand
or intensify their use. They would only lose their legal nonconforming status if the use is
abandoned and ceases for a full year.
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If the use were to cease, then the city would expect new uses that enter the building to
meet the current standards of the ordinance. Also, any additions or redevelopment of
the property would be required to comply with the new ordinance.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison questioned the statement in the staff report about the
comprehensive plan increasing the density allowed in a low-density residential zoning
district and the exploration of allowing accessory housing units and duplexes through
changes to the zoning ordinance. Clarification was requested regarding this statement,
as previous discussions regarding duplexes had not yet made a determination.
Mr. Walther said those are notable changes that were adopted in the comprehensive
plan which do not relate to the actions this evening. Mr. Walther stated that the
comprehensive plan clearly states that the city intends to allow accessory dwelling units,
and how we allow them has yet to be determined, and will be incorporated through a
zoning ordinance amendment. Those amendments will be brought to the planning
commission for review and discussion in the coming months. The comprehensive plan
states that the city will explore allowing duplexes in low density residential areas. While
it was not as definitive as the language for accessory dwelling units, it will be explored
further in the coming months.
Commissioner Erwin asked about the difference between the general commercial and
office zoning districts.
Mr. Walther explained that the office zoning district is one the most intense zoning
districts in the city, it allows the tallest buildings, the highest floor area ratios, its
generally geared toward employment uses, and it does allow some commercial and high
density residential uses use as part of an office development.
Mr. Walther then explained that the general commercial is the most permissive of the
commercial districts and is geared toward regional shopping centers. Examples include:
Knollwood, Miracle Mile and the Costco and Home Depot properties which are all zoned
C2. The C-1 neighborhood commercial zoning district is designed for smaller scale, and
more service-oriented businesses that generally serve a smaller market area.
Commissioner Robertson asked about the legal non-conforming status related to the
site on Louisiana Avenue, south of the Burlington Northern railroad tracks and Cedar
Lake Road and 26th Street West. He noted Area 4 has multiple smaller lots. What would
happen if one of those building were inactive, as it doesn’t seem logical to make it a
mixed-use area?
Mr. Walther said it would be unlikely for one of those sites to redevelop on its own. He
noted that in past study sessions leading up to the comprehensive plan amendment, the
commission had difficulty choosing the appropriate land use designation for this site and
eventually landed on the mixed-use category.
The Chair opened the public hearing.
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Mark Abramovitz, 7525 Wayzata Blvd., stated that he is the owner of the property being
rezoned. He stated he has questions about the properties being grandfathered in and
becoming legal non-conforming. He asked what happens if they cannot replace their
tenant, DaVita Dialysis, when it’s a medical building. Are all the current uses under C2
grandfathered in or only the medical use.
He then asked if a property is vacant for a year or more and it loses its previous zoning,
does this still happen if the owner is the same but the leasing tenant is the one
changing.
Mr. Abramovitz, stated that changing the current zoning requirements to the proposed
requirements could be detrimental to his area of businesses and asked for his property
to be left alone during the rezoning if at all possible.
Mr. Walther responded first to the existing use on the site and said that it is allowed to
continue as a legal non-conforming use, even if it were to be rezoned. This does not
preserve the array of uses that were allowed in the previous zoning district category, so
new uses would be limited to the new zoning district.
Mr. Walther then responded to the questions about when non-conforming uses are no
longer allowed to continue and said only if the use is abandoned for one year does the
site lose its nonconforming status. If the property is being actively marketed and the
property owner can demonstrate that, then it is not considered abandoned even if it
stretches beyond 12 months of being vacant. Mr. Walther also addressed Mr.
Abramovitz’s concern regarding the existing sign on the property. Any signs that exceed
the sign area limit in the new zoning district also become legal, nonconforming
structures when the property is rezoned. A sign is also allowed to continue, and the sign
face could be changed and the owner is allowed to continue to maintain the sign. If the
sign were to be completely removed, the sign could not be replaced unless it is in full
compliance with the new rules.
Commissioner Dumalag asked if the building were sold to another user, would that
trigger the change in zoning requirements.
Mr. Walther explained that a change in ownership or a change in business, for example,
a change from one daycare to another daycare, do not impact the legal non-conforming
use status. The change in ownership is not a trigger that would eliminate the legal non-
conforming status.
David Saad, 5727 West 36th Street, wanted to confirm his current zoning and the status
of his use.
Mr. Walther confirmed the current zoning is industrial and is proposed to change to
mixed-use. The existing use as a luggage retail store is already a legal non-conforming
use in the present industrial zoning district.
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Mr. Saad asked if he were to sell the building to his child down the line, if they would be
able to continue to operate as is.
Chair Eckholm responded that as long as there isn’t a gap of more than a year where it’s
vacant, then the sale to a family member would still qualify it for a legal non-conforming
use and the business would be able to continue to operate as is.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison asked for clarification on which property Mr.
Abramovitz was discussing.
Mr. Walther explained that the property is within Area 1 and the cross streets are
Pennsylvania Avenue South and Wayzata Boulevard, it is on the southeast corner.
William Mason, 4330 Hwy 7 (Co. Rd. 25), wanted to ask about the current zoning for his
property as he was unsure.
Mr. Walther explained the property is currently zoned RC high density residential and is
not within the scope of zoning map amendments being considered this evening and was
not advertised to change, so we would not be able to affect a zoning change on that
parcel. This would need to be accomplished through a separate process with a separate
application.
Randy Johnson and Joel Libor, 4700 Park Glen Rd, are both owners of the property being
proposed to change.
Mr. Libor explained they have two buildings and one of them is proposed to change to
mixed-use and said he and Mr. Johnson’s current tenants are a combination of office,
warehouse or light assembly. One of the tenants would also be considered a studio
space. Under the new ordinance it doesn’t mention any of the current uses that are
present now would be allowed in the future, which can make it hard to find new leasing
tenants.
Mr. Walther responded that the owners are correct and that if a medical office or studio
use in the building went away after the rezoning to mixed use occurred, a new use of
the property would need to be a use that is allowed in the mixed-use district. The mixed
use district does not allow industrial manufacturing and warehousing, so they would not
be able to re-tenant that medical office or studio space with a manufacturing use.
Mr. Libor asked about the office warehouse use.
Mr. Walther responded office is allowed, but warehousing is more strictly limited to
small scale accessory use related to the principal use of the property and generally not
more than 20% of the tenant space under the mixed use district.
Mr. Johnson said that’s what would be constricting for them as owners.
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Mr. Libor added that the building is built with the idea you have office in front and
warehouse in the back, there are overhead doors that were built for FedEx drop offs. He
feels it could take a long time, possibly years to find a tenant to fit.
Chair Eckholm asked if this situation could apply for a conditional use permit.
Mr. Walther responded, no, and stated that he has had past conversations with this
owner about the level of flexibility the city may have to accommodate certain changes
in use under the non-conforming use ordinance, and that he had also spoken to the city
attorney who advised that the city could not allow a change from a studio use to all the
other uses that were allowed in the business park district if the property is rezoned to
mixed-use district and that use is not allowed in the new district.
As no one else was present wishing to speak the Chair closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison stated she has concerns regarding areas 7, 8, 9 being
switched at this time and said the conversation should go on.
Mr. Chair asked what the timeline is, as far as, when everything had to be conformed to
the comprehensive plan and if it is possible to approve a big portion of the rezoning but
leave a few to allow for time to go over some of the issues brought up.
Mr. Walther said the commission may recommend amendments to the proposal. All the
changes would proceed to city council for their consideration, with the benefit of the
planning commission recommendations.
Commissioner Robertson asked if there is potential to add a text amendment adding
some possible uses to the mixed-use designation that might be desirable for the area.
Mr. Walther responded that the city would be open to exploring more uses to allow in
the mixed use zoning district through a future zoning code text amendment, and any
new uses added would need to be suitable and appropriate in the mixed use district
throughout the city.
Another option that is more complex is to look at amendments the city’s non-
conforming use ordinance or looking at creating an interim use ordinance that provide
more flexibility.
Commissioner Robertson mentioned wanting to be respectful of the current landowners
and instead of taking away potential uses that are there now, to start opening doors for
more exciting and lucrative uses that aren’t currently allowed.
Mr. Walther explained that in regards to some of the questions that were asked, the city
will try to be flexible and entertain potential uses to the ordinance that seem to be
suitable. The city has no interest in perpetuating vacancies, but we do want properties
to eventually comply with the ordinance.
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Commissioner Johnston-Madison asked if there is a way to review what is allowed in C2
and compare it to the allowed in office district and see if we can approve some of the
uses that otherwise wouldn’t be allowed under office zoning.
Mr. Walther said that if there are uses that were overlooked that would be suitable in
the office district throughout the city, the city can consider adding uses at any time.
Commissioner Dumalag remarked to the audience that commissioners have heard their
concerns and encouraged owners to work with the city staff to address specific concerns
and that the city can accommodate and address some of the issues that come up in the
interim and transitional period between the uses in the building now and the longer-
term future of the property.
Commissioner Robertson said this is a good conversation to have and one that should
continue. He reminded the audience that the Commission is just a recommending body
to the council and that he feels comfortable with what is being presented so far.
Chair Eckholm agreed with the other Commissioners and their statements and also said
the commission and city is trying to make the best decision for the future of the city.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison added that city council will have to carefully review
everything that has been presented, and hopes they will consider the comments from
commissioners and the people that attended the public hearing.
Commissioner Robertson made a motion recommending approval of the ordinance
amending the zoning map. Commissioner Kraft seconded the motion, and the motion
passed on a vote of 7-0.
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