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SEPT. 16, 2019
6:20 p.m. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY – Council chambers
1.Call to order
2.Roll call
3.Approval of minutes
3a. EDA meeting minutes Sept. 3, 2019
5.Reports -- None
7.New business
7a. 2020 preliminary HRA levy certification
Recommended action: Motion to adopt EDA Resolution authorizing the 2020 Preliminary
HRA levy.
6:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MEETING – Council chambers
1.Call to order
1a. Pledge of allegiance
1b. Roll call
2.Presentations
2a. 2019 Evergreen Awards
2b. Recognition of donations
3.Approval of minutes
3a. City council meeting minutes of Aug. 19, 2019
3b. Special city council minutes of Aug. 26, 2019
3c. Study session minutes of Aug. 26, 2019
3d. Special study session minutes of Sept. 3, 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
6.Public hearings – None
7.Requests, petitions, and communications from the public – None
Meeting of Sept. 16, 2019
City council agenda
8.Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. 2020 preliminary property tax levy certification
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving 2020 preliminary property tax
levy and setting the budget public hearing date for December 2, 2019.
8b. 2020 preliminary HRA levy certification
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the 2020 Preliminary HRA
Levy.
8c. First reading of ordinance repealing and replacing city code Section 2-184 related to the TAC
Recommended action: Motion to approve the first reading of ordinance repealing and
replacing city code Section 2-184 transitioning the telecommunications advisory commission
(TAC) to the community technology advisory commission (CTAC) and set the second reading
for Oct. 7, 2019.
9. Communications – None
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Meeting of Sept. 16, 2019
City council agenda
Consent calendar
4a. • Approve second reading and adopt Ordinance amending the official zoning map under
Chapter 36 of the St. Louis Park Code of Ordinances and approve the Summary Ordinance
for publication.
• Approve second reading and adopt Ordinance amending Chapter 36 of the St. Louis Park
Code of Ordinances relating to self-storage facilities and approve the summary ordinance
for publication.
4b. Adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a monetary donation from the National Association
of Government Web Professionals in an amount not to exceed $2,500 for all related expenses
for Jason Huber, Information Technology Manager, to attend the 2019 National Association of
Government Web Professionals National Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.
4c. Adopt Resolution appointing election judges for the November 5, 2019 municipal and school
district general election.
4d. Approve a premises amendment to the off-sale intoxicating liquor license for Yayin Gadol, LLC dba
Top Ten Liquors, located at 5111 Excelsior Blvd. in St. Louis Park.
4e. Adopt Resolution approving bylaw revisions allowing for the transition of the
telecommunications advisory commission to the community technology advisory commission.
4f. Authorize the mayor and city manager to execute the North Cedar Lake Regional Trail
cooperative agreement with Three Rivers Park District.
4g. Adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a donation from Athletic Business in an amount not
to exceed $450 to cover the registration fee for Kori Shingles, Recreation and Facilities
Supervisor, to attend the Athletic Business Conference in Orlando, Florida November 13 - 16,
2019.
4h. Adopt Resolution authorizing the installation of parking restrictions on the east side of Vernon
Avenue from Minnetonka Boulevard to 2955/2957 Vernon Avenue.
4i. Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance pertaining to size limitations for retail and
service uses in the C-1 zoning district and approve summary ordinance for publication.
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Meeting: Economic development authority
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Minutes: 3a
Unofficial minutes
EDA meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
September 3, 2019
1. Call to order
President Hallfin called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Commissioners present: President Steve Hallfin, Tim Brausen, Rachel Harris, Thom Miller,
Margaret Rog, and Jake Spano.
Commissioners absent: Anne Mavity
Staff present: Executive Director (Mr. Harmening), City Clerk (Ms. Kennedy), City Attorney (Mr.
Knutson), Community Development Director (Ms. Barton), Deputy City Manager/Human
Resources Director (Ms. Deno), Police Chief Harcey, Assistant Zoning Administrator (Mr.
Morrison), Senior Planner (Mr. Walther), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
2. Roll call
3. Approval of minutes
3a. EDA minutes of Aug. 5, 2019
It was moved by Commissioner Spano, seconded by Commissioner Brausen, to approve
the Aug. 5, 2019 EDA meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Mavity absent).
4. Approval of agenda and items on EDA consent calendar
4a. Accept for filing EDA disbursement claims for the period of July 27 through
August 23, 2019.
4b. Adopt EDA Resolution No. 19-09 accepting conveyance of 7341 Highway 7
property from the City of St. Louis Park.
4c. Adopt EDA Resolution No. 19-10 and EDA Resolution No. 19-11 approving the
assignment and assumption and the assignment and subordination with 10 West
End, LLC relative to the amended and restated redevelopment contract with
Duke Realty and Limited Partnership.
It was moved by Commissioner Brausen, seconded by Commissioner Spano, to approve
the EDA agenda as presented and the items on the consent calendar.
The motion passed 6-0 (Commissioner Mavity absent).
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5. Reports – none
6. Old business – none
7. New Business – none
8. Communications – none
9. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Melissa Kennedy, secretary Steve Hallfin, president
Meeting: Economic development authority
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Action agenda item: 7a
Executive summary
Title: 2020 preliminary HRA levy certification
Recommended action: Motion to adopt EDA Resolution authorizing the 2020 Preliminary HRA
levy.
Policy consideration: Does the EDA desire to approve as a preliminary levy the full 0.0185% of
estimated market value allowable for HRA purposes of $1,332,978.
Summary: The HRA levy was originally implemented in St. Louis Park due to legislative changes
in 2001 which significantly reduced future tax increment revenues. The City Council elected at
that time to use the levy proceeds for future infrastructure improvements in redevelopment
areas. By law, these funds could also be used for other housing and redevelopment purposes.
Given the councils priorities related to affordable housing, staff recommends the HRA Levy
continue at the maximum allowed by law for the 2020 budget year.
The HRA Levy cannot exceed 0.0185% of the estimated market value of the City. Therefore,
staff has calculated the maximum HRA Levy for 2020 to be $1,332,978 based on valuation data
from Hennepin County which is an increase of $98,377 from 2019.
The EDA is allowed to authorize the HRA levy and then forward this recommendation to the city
council. Council action is required before certification. All special taxing districts levies must be
certified to the county auditor by September 30th.
Financial or budget considerations: The proposed levy is $1,332,978 for taxes payable 2020.
Strategic priority consideration:
All areas of the adopted strategic priorities are impacted by the city’s budget.
•St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in racial equity and inclusion in order to
create a more just and inclusive community for all.
•St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in environmental stewardship.
•St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood-
oriented development.
•St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for people to make their way
around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
•St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through
community engagement.
Supporting documents: EDA resolution
Prepared by: Tim Simon, chief financial officer
Reviewed by: Nancy Deno, deputy city manager/HR director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
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Title: 2020 preliminary HRA levy certification
EDA Resolution No. 19-____
Authorizing the proposed levy of
a special benefit levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033,
subdivision 6 and approval of a preliminary budget for fiscal year 2020
Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.090 to 469.108 (the “EDA Act”),
the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park created the St. Louis Park Economic Development
Authority (the "Authority"); and
Whereas, pursuant to the EDA Act, the city council granted to the Authority all of the
powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority under the provisions of the
Minnesota Statutes, sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the "HRA Act"); and
Whereas, Section 469.033, Subdivision 6, of the HRA Act permits the Authority to levy
and collect a special benefit levy of up to 0.0185 percent of estimated market value in the city
upon all taxable real property within the city; and
Whereas, the Authority desires to levy a special benefit levy in the amount of up to 0.0185
percent of estimated market value in the city for taxes payable in 2020; and
Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.065, the Authority is required to
adopt a proposed budget and a proposed tax levy and submit the same to the County Auditor by
September 30; and
Whereas, the Authority has before it for its consideration a copy of a proposed budget
for its operations for the fiscal year 2020 and the amount of the proposed levy for collection in
2020 shall be based on this budget and the long range financial management plan, subject to
any adjustments in the budget as finally approved prior to certification of the final special
benefit levy.
Now therefore be it resolved, be it resolved by the Board of Commissioners of the St.
Louis Park Economic Development Authority:
1.The proposed budget of $1,332,978 for the operations of the Authority in fiscal year
2020, as presented for consideration by the city council, is hereby in all respects
approved, subject to final approval by the Authority before certification of the tax
levy under Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.07.
2.Staff of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed to file the proposed
budget with the city in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033,
Subdivision 6.
3.The proposed special benefit levy pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.033,
Subdivision 6, is hereby approved in a maximum amount equal to 0.0185 percent of
estimated market value in City of St. Louis Park, currently estimated to be
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$7,205,290,500, with respect to taxes payable in calendar year 2020, subject to final
approval by the Authority before certification of the special benefit levy pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes, Section 275.07.
4. Staff of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed to seek the approval by
resolution of the city council of the levy of special benefit taxes payable in 2020 and
to take such other actions as are necessary to bring before the Board the final
budget and levy to be sent to the county auditor on or before five working days
after December 20, 2019.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the Economic Development
Authority, September 16, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, executive director Steve Hallfin, president
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Presentation: 2a
Executive summary
Title: 2019 Evergreen Awards
Recommended action: The mayor is requested to present the 2019 Evergreen Award to the
following recipients:
•Rebecca & James Wesslund – 5926 W. 39th St. (Elmwood Neighborhood)
•Elizabeth & Joseph Muggli – 3029 Oregon Ave. S. (Oak Hill Neighborhood)
•Jennifer Dalquist – 2830 Webster Ave. S. (Birchwood Neighborhood)
Policy consideration: None at this time.
Summary: The Evergreen Award is presented each year in recognition of properties which are
uniquely designed with well-maintained landscapes with an emphasis on parcels that are visible
to the passerby. Businesses, apartments and houses are all eligible to receive the award.
The judges selecting the Evergreen Award recipients this year were Katie Warner, Jim Vaughan,
Judy Voigt, Nancy Rose and Kala Fisher. Judges were selected because they have a interest in
flowers, plants, landscaping and landscape design.
There were nine nominations this year spread throughout the city. Winners are presented with
an award certificate, a Dwarf Alberta Spruce tree and “Evergreen Award Winner” sign posted in
their boulevard for two weeks. Jim Vaughan, Natural Resources Coordinator, will be at the
meeting to present the awards to the winner.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: None
Prepared by: Stacy M. Voelker, senior office assistant
Jim Vaughan, natural resources coordinator
Reviewed by: Cynthia S. Walsh, director of operations and recreation
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Presentation: 2b
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
Athletic Business Up to
$450
Registration fee for Recreation and Facilities Supervisor
Kori Shingles to attend the Athletic Business Conference
in Orlando, FL on Nov. 13-16, 2019
National Association
of Government Web
Professionals (NAGW)
Up to
$2,500
Expenses related to Information Technology Manager
Jason Huber’s attendance at the 2019 NAGW National
Conference in Salt Lake City, UT on Sept. 18-20, 2019
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: September 16, 2019
Minutes: 3a
Unofficial minutes
City council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
August 19, 2019
1.Call to order
Mayor Spano called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin, Rachel Harris,
Anne Mavity (arrived at 6:45 p.m.), Thom Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: None
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), Senior Project Manager (Mr.
Walther), Assistant Zoning Administrator (Mr. Morrison), Engineering Director (Ms. Heiser),
Transportation Engineer (Mr. Manibog), Senior Planner (Mr. Walther), Westwood Hills Nature Center
Manager (Mr. Oestreich), Sr. Management Analyst (Ms. Carrillo Perez), and Recording Secretary (Ms.
Pappas).
Guests: Rachel Mattson, WHNC activity specialist; SLP Junior Naturalist recognition recipients
and families; Alyssa Fram, Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Representative.
1a. Pledge of allegiance
1b. Roll call
2. Presentations
2a. Westwood Hills Nature Center junior naturalist recognition
Mayor Spano thanked Ms. Mattson and the 63 youth volunteers involved in the junior
naturalist program. Ms. Mattson stated this summer, youths volunteered over 1,600
hours, adding that students involved are entering 7th grade through those just
completing their senior year of high school. She stated they are interested in serving
their community while gaining knowledge and experience in the outdoors. Ms. Mattson
added the students learn leadership skills, and are involved in animal care, as program
aides, and behind the scenes with various projects around the center.
Mayor Spano noted many of the students travel from outside of St. Louis Park to
volunteer at the center, which says much about the program.
Councilmember Brausen thanked the volunteers, and suggested staff survey youth
about the center to learn about what they enjoy and what barriers there might be to
access to the center. He noted transportation is a barrier for some youth, and he is
interested in how they get to the center, whether by car pool, public transportation,
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parents driving, or other means. He asked the students to share their experience, if the
city reaches out to them, in order for the city to work on these issues in the future.
Councilmember Harris added the students gain life skills and job skills by volunteering,
noting how valuable and transferable these skill are. She stated she herself learned
many valuable skills as a junior naturalist, and later went on to become an
environmental planner and today sits on the city council.
2b. Minnesota Recreation and Park Association award of excellence presentation
Ms. Fram presented the City of St. Louis Park with the 2018 Award of Excellence for the
Be The Light Winter Solstice Event at Westwood Hills Nature Center.
Mayor Spano thanked Becky McConnell for her hard work on this event and
congratulated her on this award.
2c. Recognition of donations
Mayor Spano thanked the following, on behalf of the city and council, for their
donations:
• American Legion Post 282 for $3,300 to purchase fire department equipment
• Girls Scouts of Minnesota for $50 to purchase fire department equipment
3. Approval of minutes
3a. Study session minutes of July 22, 2019
It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to approve
the study session minutes of July 22, 2019 as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
4. Approval of agenda and items on consent calendar
4a. Approve second reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 2565-19 amending the
zoning map under Chapter 36 and directing staff to publish the revised official
zoning map. (Requires 5 votes.)
4b. Approve an extension until August 15, 2020 for Melrose Company to record the
final plat for Arlington Row Apartment East and Arlington Row Apartment West.
4c. Approve the Living Streets Policy.
4d. Approve entering into a Small Wireless Facility Collocation Agreement with
Verizon.
4e. Adopt Resolution No. 19-094 approving acceptance of the following donations:
• American Legion Post 282 donated $3,300 for purchasing fire equipment
• Girl Scouts of Minnesota donated $50.00 for purchasing fire equipment
4f. Adopt Resolution No. 19-095 authorizing removal of timed parking restrictions
on Lake Street from Dakota Avenue/Wooddale Avenue to Library Lane (by
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rescinding Resolution 4834) and the permit parking restrictions on the Lake
Street municipal parking lot (by modifying Resolution 88-106).
4g. Adopt Resolution No. 19-096 authorizing the removal of parking restrictions on
the north side of Walker Street west of Republic Avenue as well as outdated
non-existent restrictions (by rescinding Resolution 7039, Items 3e and 4).
It was moved by Councilmember Hallfin, seconded by Councilmember Miller, to approve
the agenda as presented and items listed on the consent calendar; and to waive reading
of all resolutions and ordinances.
The motion passed 7-0.
5. Boards and commissions
5a. Appointment of youth and regular representatives to board and commissions
Ms. Carrillo Perez noted there are still several open positions on city board and
commissions and those interested are encouraged to view them on the city website.
It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to
approve the appointments of youth and regular representatives to board and
commissions as listed in exhibit A.
The motion passed 7-0.
6. Public hearings
6a. First reading of ordinance vacating portions of drainage and utility easements
at 2631 and 2635 Xylon Ave. S
Mr. Morrison presented the staff report. He noted the easements to be vacated are not
needed by the city or utility companies for any public purpose.
Mayor Spano opened the public hearing.
Mr. Brad Torell and Ms. Makayla Reimers, homeowners at 2631 Xylon Ave S, stated they
were present and available for questions.
Mayor Spano closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Miller, to
approve the first reading of ordinance vacating portions of drainage and utility
easements and set the second reading of an ordinance for September 3, 2019.
The motion passed 7-0.
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6b. First reading of ordinance vacating portions of a utility easement for 5051
Highway 7
Mr. Morrison presented the staff report. He stated Extra Space Storage proposes to
vacate a portion of a utility easement at 5051 Highway 7, to allow for construction of an
addition to the facility.
Mayor Spano opened the public hearing.
Peter McDaniel, 6030 S. 4th, Medford, NJ, stated he was present and available for
questions on behalf of Extra Space Storage.
Mayor Spano closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to first
reading of an ordinance vacating a portion of a utility easement and set the second
reading of ordinance for September 3, 2019.
The motion passed 7-0.
6c. First reading interim ordinance extending moratorium on use and development
of 3745 Louisiana Ave. S
Mr. Walther presented the staff report. He asked if the council supports extending the
moratorium temporarily restricting the use and development of the building and lands
located on the subject property for up to 120 days to allow more time for the city to
enact changes to the land use and other city’s official controls that were recommended
in the land use and development study.
Mayor Spano opened the public hearing.
David Peterson, 3040 Idaho Ave S., noted a date in the presentation should read August
26, 2019, not 2018.
Mayor Spano closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Harris stated there are a couple businesses she is aware of that want to
expand and have their eye on this site, so the faster the city moves ahead on this, the
better.
Councilmember Miller asked if there would be a timing issue related to the vote on the
comprehensive plan.
Mr. Walther stated the council can act on this and the comprehensive plan would still be
approved by the Metropolitan Council on contingency. However, these changes are
consistent with the Metropolitan Council plans, so he doesn’t anticipate any significant
delays or concerns with processing the amendment.
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Councilmember Miller asked if there are any time limits on the moratorium. Mr. Mattick
stated one year is the deadline and there is only one 120-day extension allowed – and
this is it.
Councilmember Hallfin asked for clarification, stating if a business wanted to move into
the site with a similar business as what was there previously, they could do so. Mr.
Walther stated yes, under the moratorium, Sam’s Club could reopen.
Councilmember Mavity pointed out this parcel and the reason for doing this; it is
adjacent to a light rail station. It will provide the opportunity to remove items not
conducive to pedestrians and having this conversation ensures the city is maximizing the
benefits of the public investments in the area. She added the council has done
significant planning for the SWLRT, and this is not brand new as it has been in motion
for many years.
It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Harris, to approve
first reading of an interim ordinance extending the moratorium temporarily restricting
development at 3745 Louisiana Ave. S., St Louis Park, and set the second reading for
August 26, 2019 at a city council special meeting.
The motion passed 7-0.
7. Requests, petitions, and communications from the public – none
8. Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. Traffic study 707: authorize removal of parking restrictions on County Road 25
Service Road.
Mr. Manibog presented the staff report. He noted a request which came to the traffic
committee to evaluate the parking restrictions along County Road 25 Service Road,
made by Parkway 25, to remove parking restrictions on the north side of the service
road across the street from Parkway 25. He stated this would restore 10 parking spaces
and still allow 22 feet for passage of vehicles, trucks, and buses.
Councilmember Rog stated she opposed this resolution and asked for Parkway 25’s
rationale for this request as well as how much parking they are required to provide. Mr.
Manibog explained Parkway 25 was required to provide 206 total spaces, with 16 being
on the north and east sides of the street, and in the parking garage and service lot. He
added they provided 218 parking spaces.
Councilmember Miller asked why this was an issue when the city is looking to free up
space and restrict parking. He stated it seems odd to have this inlet for parking, and
then allow parking on the other side of the street as well.
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Councilmember Harris asked about feedback from those residents against the removal
of restrictions, and how their feedback was responded to. Ms. Heiser stated the council
has a traffic policy, and staff routinely responds to the public when they have questions,
and refers to the policy. She added when a request is received, it is weighed against the
city design standards. Staff recommends support of this, but it is up to the council if they
will support or not.
Councilmember Rog stated she is opposed, as this will increase congestion, noting she
visited the area earlier today and noticed cars pausing for each other to pass, and saw a
truck go through. She has concerns about this especially during winter, with snow,
adding she sees problems with this, with the city’s goals of getting cars off streets, and
prioritizing pedestrian traffic. She found no compelling rationale to allow two-sided
parking here and create more problems.
Councilmember Brausen stated he appreciates the rational of Councilmember Rog, the
ward councilmember, but does see this as a wide roadway, which fits consistently with
the city policy and pavement there already. He noted it can be approved now and
changed again at a later date. He stated he will follow the recommendation of the traffic
committee.
Councilmember Mavity stated the street is wide enough to accommodate cars parking
on both sides, and for cars to slow down to pass is fine. She agreed with the staff
recommendation.
Councilmember Hallfin stated he will defer to the ward councilmember as well, and will
oppose the motion tonight.
Councilmember Rog stated she is frustrated as this feels like it is going in a direction
which is opposite of what the city does, and this will be confusing to drivers as well. She
stated she disapproves of this request.
Mayor Spano also deferred to the ward councilmember, adding he will not support this
request either.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to adopt
a Resolution authorizing removal of parking restrictions on the north side of the County
Road 25 Service Road west of Glenhurst Avenue (by rescinding Resolution No. 19-203
item 1).
The motion failed 3-4 (Councilmembers Hallfin, Rog, Miller and Mayor Spano opposed).
8b. Traffic Study 708: Authorize installation of all-way stop controls at Zarthan
Avenue and 29th Street (petition). Resolution No. 19-097
Mr. Manibog presented the staff report. He noted this was brought to the traffic
committee in June of 2018, but the traffic committee did not recommend the resident’s
request. A petition has now been circulated and in July 2019, staff received the petition
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for a 3-way stop sign. He noted 6 comments were received from residents through
email, and two were in support of adding the stop signs while four were against.
Councilmember Rog noted this is the street she lives on, adding there are 5 children
under 5 years old on this block, there are no controls, a steep hill, and fast traffic on the
street. She stated she understands and respects the work of the traffic committee, but
also supports working with residents, adding that stop signs seem to be appreciated by
folks who get them.
It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Miller, to adopt
Resolution No. 19-097 authorizing installation of all-way stop controls on Zarthan
Avenue and 29th Street.
The motion passed 7-0.
9. Communications
Councilmember Brausen announced an upcoming fundraiser at LTD Brewing in Hopkins.
Councilmember Harris noted the upcoming Community Link event on August 21 from 5 – 7:30
p.m., at the ROC, which is a community event for folks who have needs for the upcoming school
year and fall season. She added further information is on the city website.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
______________________________________ ______________________________________
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Minutes: 3b
Unofficial minutes
Special city council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
August 26, 2019
1.Call to order
1a. Roll call
Mayor Spano called the meeting to order at 6:20 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Rachel Harris, Anne Mavity, Thom
Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: Steve Hallfin
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Engineering Director (Ms. Heiser), Planning
Zoning Supervisor (Ms. McMonigal), Sr. Management Analyst (Ms. Carrillo Perez), and
Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
Guests:
2. Presentations – none
3.Approval of minutes – none
4.Approval of agenda and items on consent calendar - none
5.Boards and commissions - none
6.Public hearings - none
7.Requests, petitions, and communications from the public – none
8.Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. Second reading of interim ordinance extending moratorium on use and
development of 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. Ordinance No. 2566-19.
It was moved by Councilmember Mavity, seconded by Councilmember Brausen, to
approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2566-19 extending the moratorium
temporarily restricting development at 3745 Louisiana Ave. S., St. Louis Park (“subject
property”) and approve summary ordinance for publication.
The motion passed 6-0 (Councilmember Hallfin absent).
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9. Communications – none
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 6:22 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Minutes: 3c
Unofficial minutes
City council study session
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
August 26, 2019
The meeting convened at 6:22 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Rachel Harris, Anne Mavity, Thom
Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: Steve Hallfin
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Engineering Director (Ms. Heiser), Sr. Engineering
Project Manager (Mr. Sullivan), Chief Financial Officer (Mr. Simon), Sr. Management Analyst
(Ms. Carrillo Perez), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
Guests: Sharon Rodning Bash, consultant; Jamie Marshall, Exec Director Friends of the Arts
1.Arts and culture strategic framework development process
The St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts (FOTA) was recently awarded a grant by the Metropolitan
Regional Arts Council to complete a strategic framework outlining the future development of arts
and culture in the community. The city is working with FOTA on this initiative and FOTA has hired
Ms. Rodning Bash to facilitate this process. Ms. Rodning Bash introduced herself, stating she has
worked in arts and culture for over 25 years. She noted she has worked in smaller communities and
suburban areas, helping to build culture and perspective.
Jamie Marshall, Executive Director of FOTA, explained the initiative will seek to provide a cohesive
roadmap for arts and culture to continue to grow and thrive in the community. The project will also
identify key assets and opportunities within St. Louis Park that benefit the quality of life and seek
realization of the city’s five strategic priorities, using the arts. Mr. Marshall added the project also
seeks to create opportunities for leaders in the community to work together to establish a common
set of goals and vision for the future.
Councilmember Harris asked how FOTA is connecting with the community. Ms. Rodning Bash
stated they welcome suggestions from the council on that, and if there are specific groups to reach
out to, or concerns, to please send them their way.
Councilmember Harris stated she has contacts with groups of people with rich heritage and
backgrounds, adding it would be valuable to hear from them.
Councilmember Miller thanked FOTA for their work and asked if the Metropolitan Regional Arts
Council reached out to them. Mr. Marshall stated FOTA identified their grant program as an
opportunity for organizational development. He added with St. Louis Park’s focus on arts as part of
community life and well-being, FOTA viewed this as a way to work with the city on a unified
message.
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Councilmember Rog stated she is curious if this project will be about gathering information from
the community to provide back to the city, or if this will operate as more of a department within
the city. Ms. Carillo-Perez stated it might be both – either is a possibility.
Councilmember Brausen stated he is excited about this work and noted he is on the places
committee, which is working to integrating artwork into the light rail. He asked that FOTA please
engage this group, as they are looking for ways to fund art that was defunded by the federal
government.
Councilmember Mavity asked that they speak with the business community, who has some very
creative folks in it. She stated it will be helpful to add artwork into work on the climate action plan,
and other city infrastructure plans, in order to get more traction, and explore doing this with more
creativity.
Mayor Spano added as an undergraduate who majored in art and sculpture, and also worked in this
field for a while, he would like to embed creativity in various areas throughout the city, and not
only incorporate murals on walls, but to go deeper. He is interested in seeing how this evolves and
how FOTA will be able to learn and elevate the question of what creativity means to people, and
what forms it takes.
A follow-up meeting with the city council and FOTA is scheduled for October 2019.
2.Connect the Park status update
Mr. Sullivan gave an overview of the Connect the Park program and a status update. He noted
the original 10-year plan was approved in 2013 and 2019 marks the halfway point of this
initiative.
Mr. Sullivan pointed out the original estimated cost for implementing the entire 10-year plan
was $26,672,915. To date, $15,275,164 has been spent on Connect the Park projects, including
the segments approved for construction. He explained the funding source for these
improvements is primarily general obligation bonds. Future projects are projected to cost
$36,000,000, with the potential future total of the program at $51,581,491.
Mr. Sullivan also noted the following points:
•Extended anticipated completion timeline moves from 2023 to 2027
•Continued evolution of best practices and policy direction have led to better projects
but have come at considerable higher costs
•Majority of cost escalation is related to bikeway construction
Mr. Harmening stated staff is asking council where they want to go with this project, in light of
the future projected costs.
Councilmember Mavity stated she wants to continue with the policy, and noted originally, the
proposal was much more extensive and has been narrowed down significantly. She asked about
the cost escalation year over year, and what the differences are. Ms. Heiser stated costs have
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increased based on inflation, and projects. She added the majority of the increased costs come
from creating bike trails and widening roads to include parking.
Councilmember Mavity asked about bollards for protection of bikers, and if these can be
included in city bike trails that are along a road. Ms. Heiser stated 30% of bollards would need
to be replaced after every winter, and they also prevent drivers from getting to parking spaces.
She stated plows are not able to clean streets with them, and they are better in areas with no
driveways.
Councilmember Mavity stated she feels what has been completed to date is helping the
community become more attractive, but costs do have to be managed. She added St. Louis Park
is attractive to folks because of this and because of the light rail, and she hopes this will
continue as more is to be done on this plan.
Councilmember Harris thanked staff for this overview. She asked how the living streets policy
impacted construction costs. Ms. Heiser stated parking was the issue, so parking bays were
created. She noted that everything must meet state guidelines as well as the standards of the
comprehensive plan.
Councilmember Harris asked about protected bikeways and how these can be created to
empower kids to ride bikes to school, and for the comfort of families. She also noted that much
time and effort has been spent on best practices for cars, and now it’s time to focus on bikes,
cargo bikes, and scooters, and how they are accommodated on city roads, and for all ages.
Councilmember Rog asked if staff feels like they are in a challenging position, in operating off
priorities from council that have not been committed to. Ms. Heiser stated from staff’s
perspective, direction is provided from the council and they base their recommendations on
policy, while looking at standards and best practices. She added staff wants to bring forward
the best project, and always will want to check in with council on all projects. Ms. Heiser added
at the end of the day, the council is the policy maker, and staff follows their direction.
Councilmember Rog stated she would like to see more alternative and flexible plans from staff
before making decisions, as council is discussing projects.
Councilmember Miller stated he liked the policy questions, pointing out this must fit within the
city’s strategic priorities. He stated the city needs to continue with Connect the Park, and
should also consider costs, trees, and mobility impacts each time a project comes up. He added
the policy should move forward.
Councilmember Brausen stated he agrees with the plan, adding it is community driven, and
how can it be done most effectively. He stated staff has done a good job laying out alternatives
for the council, adding they need to balance resident’s concerns with cost impacts. While he
doesn’t want to see costs expand, he does want to see the program continue to make steady
progress and is supportive of the direction it is going.
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Councilmember Mavity added the council has to give clear direction to staff, and make sure to
be committed to staff as well. She stated she worries about making too many decisions,
without enough feedback from neighbors.
Mayor Spano noted Councilmember Hallfin’s comments, stating he would like to continue with
Connect the Park, be as transparent as possible, and work more on the public process. He
stated projects can be adjusted as needed, but it would be a mistake to put Connect the Park
on hold.
Mayor Spano stated he is impressed with this community, which has maintained its momentum
during this process, and noted he would like to see more transit and pedestrian projects. He did,
however, have concerns with the goals, money, and processes in place with Connect the Park, and
advocates pausing to revisit the goals and how they have changed since the project began. He
added the council needs to check in with residents and look at the budget and costs again.
Mayor Spano added he would like to have Springboard help with this and bring some creativity into
the process in order to look at things differently. He stated using a different paradigm for discussing
this with the community would be helpful and a different approach, allowing for more discussion
with the community on costs.
Ms. Heiser stated there are no new projects in the queue for 2020, and there will be more time to
revisit Connect the Park.
It was the consensus of the council to continue this discussion with staff and discuss more policy
questions, while re-visiting the plan again at a future date.
3.Future study session agenda planning
Ms. Carrillo Perez presented the results of the survey conducted with council on priority topics
for future study session agendas. The following projects will be discussed in this order as per
council recommendation:
1.Discuss public process expectations and outcomes
2.Prioritize walking/biking/mass transit/motor vehicles
3.Easy access to nature
4.Westwood Hills Nature Center Access Fund
5.Election holiday
6.SEEDS
7.Community and Neighborhood sidewalk designation
8.Revisit housing setback, FRA
9.Quarterly public forums at city council meetings
Ms. Carrillo Perez asked the council when they would like to discuss the topic of crisis
communication. The council stated whenever staff is prepared to discuss it, but before the end
of 2019.
Mr. Harmening stated at this time, there are no topics for the September 9, 2019 Study Session
agenda, so the meeting is cancelled, unless anything changes.
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Councilmember Brausen noted a concept idea for the area around a marsh, of which
councilmembers are aware. Mr. Harmening stated staff will update the council on this project
with a written report.
Councilmember Rog asked about the written report from the ESC and how to call attention to
various aspects of the report. Mayor Spano stated bringing this up at the end of the study
session is an appropriate time to discuss items.
Councilmember Rog stated there are some logical points to point out from the ESC report,
including reorganizing and hiring additional staff. She asked if additional staff was necessarily
the best way to approach work on the Climate Action Plan. She also pointed out the ESC’s call
to elevate a climate emergency declaration, and wanted to be sure this was also noted. She
asked that this discussion be elevated to a study session.
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Written Reports provided and documented for recording purposes only:
4.July 2019 monthly financial report
5.Connect the Park – 28th Street pedestrian improvements update
6.Food security and access study update
7.Overhead utility undergrounding discussion
8.Needs assessment for cable television franchise renewal
9. Update – PLACE Via Sol and Via Luna projects
10.Telecommunication advisory commission transition update
11.Environment and Sustainability Commission (ESC) Quarterly Report
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Minutes: 3d
Unofficial minutes
City council special study session
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
September 3, 2019
The meeting convened at 5:20 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Steve Hallfin (arrived 6:18 p.m.),
Rachel Harris, Thom Miller, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: Anne Mavity
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), Chief Financial Officer (Mr. Simon), Deputy City
Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms. Deno), Finance Manager (Mr. Ebensteiner), City
Assessor (Mr. Bultema), Director of Community Development (Ms. Barton), and Recording
Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
1.2020 budget
Mr. Simon stated at the study session on August 12, council discussed a preliminary levy range
of 4-6% over last year. He continued given additional funding proposed for advancing its
strategic priorities, a majority of the council considered a preliminary levy at the upper end of
the range. He presented a 5.61% preliminary tax levy for council consideration and discussion,
noting that at the last meeting the figure was 6.23%. Mr. Simon also noted the HRA levy rate
proposed is .0185%.
Mr. Simon noted for the median value home in St. Louis Park, the annual dollar change would
approximately be $73.79.
Councilmember Brausen asked if the city was committed to spending what the chart shows for
the HRA levy. Mr. Harmening stated the council can allocate spending any way it likes, adding if
the council wanted to use the HRA levy for something else in 2021, they can do so, as this is an
annual decision.
Councilmember Rog stated she would support the .0185% HRA levy; however, noted 20% of the
full $1.3 million was going to fund housing related salaries. She has concerns with this tool and
about the housing trust fund sitting empty this past year, when it is the best tool the city has for
creating affordable housing. She stated over the past 3 years, St. Louis Park has created 55
affordable units and 17 more are coming to Elmwood; however, the city is not going as fast as
they would like to, and she is not willing to give up this funding to reduce the levy.
Councilmember Rog stated she would like to dedicate all of the HRA levy to the affordable
housing trust fund.
Councilmember Miller agreed, adding affordable housing partnerships take years, and he would
like to move forward on this now, to get the process started. He stated he would like to see the
HRA levy funds go fully to the affordable housing trust fund.
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Councilmember Brausen stated the council needs to balance the needs of the community and
the question becomes how much affordable housing the community wants to subsidize. He
stated he has not heard from his constituents about creating more affordable housing, adding
they are most concerned about raising taxes. He is hesitant to allocate all of the HRA levy to
affordable housing and prefers to follow staff recommendations.
Councilmember Harris stated she is in favor the .0185% for the HRA levy, but would like to see
how this goes, and make adjustments as needed. She asked Ms. Barton about the financial
tools available for affordable housing. Ms. Barton noted the various tools including TIF, TIF
pooling, housing and redevelopment funds, and the HRA levy as well, along with affordable
housing grants and low-income housing tax credit.
Mayor Spano stated he is interested in putting money into the housing trust fund but will leave
it to staff to determine the best way to manage these funds. He asked Ms. Barton about land
trust ownership programs to help keep housing affordable. Ms. Barton stated staff is currently
looking into these types of programs.
Councilmember Miller added raising taxes on residents and the elderly who are on fixed
incomes is not the solution. He added he wants taxes to stay closer to the metro area wage
growth indexes.
Councilmember Brausen stated he is frustrated and prefers to keep taxes in the range staff is
recommending. He stated the council has committed to the climate action plan and race equity
programs, and it is difficult for staff to create the budget without direction from council.
Councilmember Brausen added his taxes will go up $75 per year, plus utility costs, and taxes
from the schools as well, and while he would like to do something about home ownership in
the city, he is comfortable raising the levy, and is willing to dedicate more to housing as well. He
stated the community has certain expectations about services, and he does not see where staff
can extract any savings on this budget in light of the goals. He stated he supports this budget.
Councilmember Rog stated this is not a sustainable path when looking at the following items:
•6.75 new FTE’s in 2020 budget
•45% of general fund is an increase of 6.7% per year for public safety
•11.7% for increased debt service
•HRA salaries moving from housing rehab fund to HRA levy
•Wage growth at 2.8% on average and social security increases of 1.5% per year
Councilmember Rog stated the city is trending in a problematic direction relative to income
growth, and she will not support the 5.61% levy increase.
Councilmember Harris stated she sees her role as giving direction to staff to fund the strategic
priorities set by the council. She noted she has done several ride-alongs with both police and
fire and learned much about what officers deal with on their beats. She stated the police force
is staffed fairly thin, and overtime is used if needed for coverage. Councilmember Harris added
she is very much in favor of adding another officer to the staffing and is concerned for the
welfare of officers, especially as they deal with more incidents of mental health issues. She
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asked in response to staffing increases and moving the housing related salaries to the general
fund, how comfortable it will be to amend the HRA levy next year, if the decision is made to do
so.
Mr. Simon stated salaries are being paid by bond revenue fees primarily in the housing rehab
fund, not the general fund, so a stable funding source for housing salaries is being created by
using the HRA levy.
Councilmember Harris stated it is important to know what residents want and asked how often
the city surveys residents. Mr. Harmening stated residents will be surveyed the 1st quarter of
2020, adding there has been no resident survey conducted since 2011.
Councilmember Harris stated she is curious to learn if residents would accept a lower level of
service within the city, so as to reduce the levy for future years. She would like a question about
this on the resident survey. She added she wants to balance requests from residents with being
fiscally responsible, and to find out from residents if they would take responsibility for various
city services in exchange for a lower tax rate. She stated she supports the HRA levy at .0185%
and the tax levy of 5.61%.
Councilmember Hallfin also agrees with the HRA levy and tax levy figures, adding he hopes it
would go down.
Mayor Spano stated he is fine with the tax levy at 5.61% and will leave management of the
money to staff. He added while he has been campaigning, no residents have talked to him
about climate change or racial equity. They have asked him about road services, city services,
and the like. He added he does not get much push-back from residents on the city’s levy rate
being too high.
The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4a
Executive summary
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code
Recommended action:
•Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance amending the official zoning map
under Chapter 36 of the St. Louis Park Code of Ordinances and approve the Summary
Ordinance for publication.
•Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance amending Chapter 36 of the St.
Louis Park Code of Ordinances relating to self-storage facilities and approve the summary
ordinance for publication.
Policy consideration: Does the city council support the proposed zoning districts for the
property at 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and provisions related to self-storage facilities for the city as
a whole?
Summary: The above actions would implement recommendations of the land use and
development study of the property at 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. that the city conducted after the
closing of the former Sam’s Club retail store. These actions implement an amendment to the
future land use designation within the comprehensive plan, approved by the city council on
September 3, 2019 pending review and authorization by the Metropolitan Council.
City council voted 6 to 0 to approve the first reading of the ordinances on September 3, 2019
and set the second reading for September 16, 2019.
Financial or budget considerations: None at this time.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of
housing and neighborhood oriented development.
Supporting documents:
•Discussion
•Map highlighting the proposed rezoning of property
•Ordinance approving rezoning
•Summary Ordinance for publication – rezoning
•Ordinance approving text amendment regarding self-storage facilities
•Summary Ordinance for publication – self-storage facility
Prepared by: Laura Chamberlain, consultant planner, HKGi
Reviewed by: Sean Walther, planning and zoning supervisor
Karen Barton, community development director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
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Discussion
Background: A land use study was conducted for the property at 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. after
the closing of the former Sam’s Club retail store. As a result of the study, the city council
directed staff to implement city controls to promote future development on the site that could
be transit oriented, allowing for a mix of uses with an emphasis on high density housing, and
intensified uses along regional investments of the future SWLRT station at Louisiana Avenue.
This direction has been implemented through a 2040 Comprehensive Plan amendment,
changing the future land use designation for the site to TOD – Transit Oriented Development,
which was approved by the city council on September 3, 2019 and is pending review and
authorization by the Metropolitan Council.
The next steps of implementation after the comprehensive plan amendment include rezoning
of the site and text amendments to the zoning code.
Summary of the rezoning:
•Rezones the subject property from C-2 General Commercial zoning district to BP
Business Park on the northern half of the property and R-C High-Density Multiple-Family
Residence on the southern half of the property on the Official Zoning Map.
Summary of the zoning code amendment:
•Adds a definition for self-storage facility to Sec. 36-5.
•Adds self-storage facility as a “permitted with conditions” use in the I-P and I-G districts,
with conditions listed.
Public Input:
Neighborhood meeting: These changes were discussed at a neighborhood meeting on August 8,
2019. Six residents from the South Oak Hill neighborhood attended; the conversation covered
the following topics:
•Concerns over environmental contamination with site and SWLRT:
o Safety during demolition / construction
o Long-term safety
•Concern over additional traffic along Louisiana Avenue.
•Desire for more direct communication about projects in the area.
Public hearing: The planning commission held a public hearing on these items on August 21,
2019. Two members of the public spoke during the hearing. Both were members of the
organization SLP Seeds and encouraged the city and planning commission to consider this site
to meet the needs of food security in the area and consideration of a civic land use designation
of the property.
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Future Land Use
RL - Low Density Residential
RM - Medium Density Residential
RH - High Density Residential
MX - Mixed Use
TOD - Transit Oriented Development
COM - Commercial
OFC - Office
BP - Business Park
IND - Industrial
CIV - Civic
PRK - Park and Open Space
ROW - Right of Way
RRR - Railroad
2040 Comprehensive Plan Proposed Amendment to FLU (2019)
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28TH ST W XENWOOD AVE SCOLORADO AVE SUTICA AVE SBRUNSWICK AVE SXYLON AVE SEDGEWOOD AVE S37TH ST WNEVADAAVE S18THSTWBLACKSTONE AVE SBOONE AVE SCOLORADOAVES31ST ST W
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BRUNSWICK AVE S26TH ST W
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40TH ST WDAKOTA AVE STEXAS AVE SKILMERAVE27TH ST WHAMPSHIRE AVE SZARTHAN AVE SHUNTINGTONAVES42ND ST W
22ND ST W32ND ST WFRANKLIN AVE W24TH ST W25THSTW29TH ST W RALEIGH AVE S
16TH STWRHODE ISLAND AVE S16TH ST W
OTTAWAAVE SVIRGINIAAVESQUENTIN AVE S
35TH ST W
16THSTWUTAH AVE SALABAMAAVE SSUMTER AVE S33RD ST W
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AAVESYUKON AVE SBOONE AVE SPENNSYLVANIA AVE SAQUILA AVE SGETTYSBURG AVE S14TH ST WXYLON AVE SCAVELL AVE S
35TH ST WCOLORADO AVE S29TH ST W
39TH ST W
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WEBSTER AVE SUTAH AVE SVIRGINIA AVE SPUD 1
PUD 2
PUD 4PUD3PUD 5 PUD 6
PUD 8
PUD 7
PUD 9
Westwood HillsNature CenterCedar ManorSchoolMinneapolis Golf Club
Knollwood Mall
Benilde-St.MargaretSchool
Bass Lake
Preserve
Wolfe Park
Meadowbrook
Golf Course
Louisiana
Oaks Park
Aquila Park St. Louis ParkSenior High SchoolSt. Louis ParkMiddle School
Methodist
Hospital
JewishCommunity CenterShelardParkCity HallDakota ParkPeter HobartSchool KeystoneParkHannon LakeVictoria LakeCobble CrestLakeWestwood LakeLamplighterPond
Meadowbrook
Lake
South
Oak
Pond
Twin LakeCity of MinnetonkaCity of Plymouth City of Golden Valley
City of Hopkins
City of Edina City of MinneapolisTDM Zone ATDM Zone B
Recreation Center
Fire Station#2Oak HillPark
Municipal
Service Center
Park Nicollet
Clinic
Fire Station
#1
PoliceStation
MinnehahaCreek
PUD 10
PUD 13
PUD 12
PUD 11 PUD 1455
7
3
3
5
7
17
25
100
100
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Effective: May 13, 2019
Prepared by the City of St. Louis Park
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Zoning Districts
POS Park and Open Space
R-1 Single-Family Residence
R-2 Single-Family Residence
R-3 Two-Family Residence
R-4 Multiple-Family Residence
R-C High-Density Multiple-Family Residence
M-X Mixed Use
C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
C-2 General Commercial
BP Business Park
O Office
I-P Industrial Park
I-G General Industrial
PUD Planned Unit Development
Floodplain
FloodFringe
Floodway
Travel Demand Management Boundary 0 0.5 1
Miles
PUD No. Ordinance No.
2471-15
2475-15
PUD-2 2483-15
2481-15
2502-16
PUD-4 2488-16
2489-16
2503-16
PUD-6 2501-16
2500-16
2517-17
PUD-8 2515-17
PUD-9 2518-17
PUD-10 2520-17
PUD-11 2531-18
PUD-12 2536-18
PUD-13 2538-18
PUD-14 2552-19
PUD-1
PUD-3
PUD-5
PUD-7
MINNETONKA BLVD
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34TH ST W
WALKER ST
LAKE
S
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W
27TH ST W
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32ND ST W AQUILAAVES MARYLAND AVE S
18TH ST W 23RD ST WGETTYSBURG AVE SLAKE ST W
36TH ST W
31ST ST W 2 3 R D S T W
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34TH ST W
COLORADO AVE SXENWOOD AVE S33RD ST WOREGON AVE SJOPPAAVE SJERSEY AVE S25TH ST W18TH ST W
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37TH ST W FRANCE AVE S
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RHODE ISLAND AVE S23RD ST W LYNN AVE SQ U EBECAVESBRUNSWICK AVE S22ND ST W
BRUNSWICK AVE S26TH ST W
BROOKVIEW DR
40TH ST WDAKOTA AVE STEXAS AVE SKILMERAVE27TH ST WHAMPSHIRE AVE SZARTHAN AVE SHUNTINGTONAVES42ND ST W
22ND ST W32ND ST WFRANKLIN AVE W24TH ST W 2 5 T H ST W 29TH ST W RALEIGH AVE S
16TH STWRHODE ISLAND AVE S16TH ST W
OTTAWAAVE SVIRGINIAAVESQUENTIN AVE S
35TH ST W
16THSTW UTAH AVE SALABAMAAVE SSUMTER AVE S
33RD ST W
PENNSYLVANI
AAVESYUKON AVE SBOONE AVE SPENNSYLVANIA AVE SAQUILA AVE SGETTYSBURG AVE S14TH ST WXYLON AVE SCAVELL AVE S
35TH ST WCOLORADO AVE S29TH ST W
39TH ST W
OTTAWAAVE SXYLON AVE S14TH ST W
OTTAWAAVE SFLAG AVE SWEBSTER AVE SNEVADAAVE S37TH ST WUTAH AVE SHAMPSHIRE
AVE
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CAMBRIDGE ST
36TH ST W
CAMBRIDGE ST RALEIGH AVE SXENWOOD AVE SRHODEI
SLANDAVES26TH ST W
DAKOTAAVE SIDAHO AVE SQUEBEC AVE SINGLEWOOD AVE SSALEM AVE
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WEBSTER AVE SUTAH AVE SVIRGINIA AVE S
PUD 1
PUD 2
PUD 4PUD3PUD 5 PUD 6
PUD 8
PUD 7
PUD 9
Westwood HillsNature CenterCedar ManorSchoolMinneapolis Golf Club
Knollwood Mall
Benilde-St.MargaretSchool
Bass Lake
Preserve
Wolfe Park
Meadowbrook
Golf Course
Louisiana
Oaks Park
Aquila Park St. Louis ParkSenior High SchoolSt. Louis ParkMiddle School
Methodist
Hospital
JewishCommunity CenterShelardParkCity HallDakota ParkPeter HobartSchool KeystoneParkHannon Lake Victoria LakeCobble CrestLake Westwood Lake LamplighterPond
Meadowbrook
Lake
South
Oak
Pond
Twin LakeCity of MinnetonkaCity of Plymouth City of Golden Valley
City of Hopkins
City of Edina City of MinneapolisTDM Zone ATDM Zone B
Recreation Center
Fire Station#2Oak HillPark
Municipal
Service Center
Park Nicollet
Clinic
Fire Station
#1
PoliceStation
MinnehahaCreek
PUD 10
PUD 13
PUD 12
PUD 11 PUD 1455
7
3
3
5
7
17
25
100
100
100394394169169
169
Official Zoning Map
Effective: May 13, 2019
Prepared by the City of St. Louis Park
Community Development Department
Zoning Districts
POS Park and Open Space
R-1 Single-Family Residence
R-2 Single-Family Residence
R-3 Two-Family Residence
R-4 Multiple-Family Residence
R-C High-Density Multiple-Family Residence
M-X Mixed Use
C-1 Neighborhood Commercial
C-2 General Commercial
BP Business Park
O Office
I-P Industrial Park
I-G General Industrial
PUD Planned Unit Development
Floodplain
FloodFringe
Floodway
Travel Demand Management Boundary 0 0.5 1
Miles
PUD No. Ordinance No.
2471-15
2475-15
PUD-2 2483-15
2481-15
2502-16
PUD-4 2488-16
2489-16
2503-16
PUD-6 2501-16
2500-16
2517-17
PUD-8 2515-17
PUD-9 2518-17
PUD-10 2520-17
PUD-11 2531-18
PUD-12 2536-18
PUD-13 2538-18
PUD-14 2552-19
PUD-1
PUD-3
PUD-5
PUD-7
MINNETONKA BLVD
EXCELSIOR BLVDCEDAR LAKE RD
34TH ST W
WALKER ST
LAKE S
T
W
27TH ST W
ALABAMAAVE STEXAS AVE SFRANCE AVE S
OXFOR
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37TH ST W
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SHELARD PKWY C E D A R L A K E R D S
35TH ST W
VERNON AVE SGORHAM AVE
PARK GL
E
N
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B
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18TH ST W 23RD ST W
GETTYSBURG AVE SLAKE ST W
36TH ST W
31ST ST W
2 3 R D S T W
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31ST ST WUTAH AVE S
34TH ST W
COLORADO AVE SXENWOOD AVE S33RD ST WOREGON AVE SJOPPAAVE SJERSEY AVE S25TH ST W
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31ST ST W
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W
26TH ST W
31ST ST WZARTHAN AVE S27TH ST W
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BRUNSWICK AVE S26TH ST W
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22ND ST W
32ND ST W
FRANKLIN AVE W
24TH ST W
25TH ST W
29TH ST W
RALEIGH AVE S
16TH STW
RHODE ISLAND AVE S16TH ST W
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35TH ST W
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33RD ST W
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35TH ST WCOLORADO AVE S29TH ST W
39TH ST W
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CAMBRIDGE ST
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WEBSTER AVE SUTAH AVE SVIRGINIA AVE S
PUD 1
PUD 2
PUD 4PUD3PUD 5 PUD 6
PUD 8
PUD 7
PUD 9
Westwood HillsNature Center
Cedar Manor
School
Minneapolis Golf Club
Knollwood Mall
Benilde-St.Margaret
School
Bass Lake
Preserve
Wolfe Park
Meadowbrook
Golf Course
Louisiana
Oaks Park
Aquila Park
St. Louis Park
Senior High School
St. Louis ParkMiddle School
Methodist
Hospital
JewishCommunity CenterShelardPark
City Hall
Dakota Park
Peter Hobart
School
Keystone
Park
Hannon Lake Victoria Lake
Cobble Crest
Lake
Westwood Lake LamplighterPond
Meadowbrook
Lake
South
Oak
Pond
Twin Lake
City of MinnetonkaCity of Plymouth City of Golden Valley
City of Hopkins
City of Edina City of MinneapolisTDM Zone ATDM Zone B
Recreation Center
Fire Station#2
Oak Hill
Park
Municipal
Service Center
Park Nicollet
Clinic
Fire Station
#1
Police
Station
MinnehahaCreek
PUD 10
PUD 13
PUD 12
PUD 11 PUD 14
5
5
7
3
3
5
7
17
25
100
100
100394394169
169
169
Official Zoning Map
Effective: May 13, 2019
Prepared by the City of St. Louis Park
Community Development Department
Zoning Districts
POS Park and Open Space
R-1 Single-Family Residence
R-2 Single-Family Residence
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Official Zoning Map
Effective: May 13, 2019
Prepared by the City of St. Louis Park
Community Development Department
Zoning Districts
POS Park and Open Space
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Official Zoning Map Proposed Amendment to Zoning Map (2019)
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4a)
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code Page 3
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4a) Page 4
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code
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 Nos. 19-19-CP and 19-20-Z).
Section 2. The city council voted on September 3, 2019, to approve Resolution No. 19-
093 amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and the future land use designation for the
subject property located at 3745 Louisiana Avenue South from Commercial to Transit Oriented
Development. Said comprehensive plan amendment is associated with this ordinance and
requires Metropolitan Council review and authorization to put it into effect.
Section 3. The St. Louis Park Official Zoning Map is hereby amended to change the
zoning district boundaries and reclassify from C-2 General Commercial to BP Business Park the
following lands, legally described as follows:
That part of Lot 1, Block 1, SAMS CLUB ADDITION, according to the recorded plat
thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, lying northerly of a line to be described as
commencing at the southwest corner of said Lot 1; thence on an assumed bearing of
North 22 degrees 32 minutes 15 seconds West along the west line of said Lot 1 a
distance of 142.29 feet to an angle point in said west line of Lot 1; thence North 15
degrees 54 minutes 13 seconds West along said west line of Lot 1 a distance of 60.87
feet; thence North 11 degrees 33 minutes 02 seconds West along said west line of Lot 1
a distance of 224.61 feet to the point of beginning of said line to be described; thence
North 65 degrees 23 minutes 36 seconds East 669.52 feet to the east line of said Lot 1
and said line there terminating.
Section 4. The St. Louis Park Official Zoning Map is hereby amended to change the
zoning district boundaries and reclassify from C-2 General Commercial to R-C High-Density
Multiple-Family Residence the lands legally described as follows:
That part of Lot 1, Block 1, SAMS CLUB ADDITION, according to the recorded plat
thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, lying southerly of a line to be described as
commencing at the southwest corner of said Lot 1; thence on an assumed bearing of
North 22 degrees 32 minutes 15 seconds West along the west line of said Lot 1 a
distance of 142.29 feet to an angle point in said west line of Lot 1; thence North 15
degrees 54 minutes 13 seconds West along said west line of Lot 1 a distance of 60.87
feet; thence North 11 degrees 33 minutes 02 seconds West along said west line of Lot 1
a distance of 224.61 feet to the point of beginning of said line to be described; thence
North 65 degrees 23 minutes 36 seconds East 669.52 feet to the east line of said Lot 1
and said line there terminating.
Section 5. The above described lands are subject to a moratorium on the use and
development of the buildings and lands located at 3745 Louisiana Avenue South. The original
moratorium was adopted by interim ordinance 2542-18. The moratorium was extended by
interim ordinance 2566-19. Said moratorium is hereby terminated upon the effective date of
this ordinance.
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4a) Page 5
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code
Section 6. This ordinance shall take effect not less than fifteen days following
publication and upon Metropolitan Council authorization to place the comprehensive plan
amendment into effect.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council September 16, 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 September 3, 2019
Second Reading September 16, 2019
Date of Publication September 19, 2019
Date Ordinance takes effect Upon Metropolitan Council authorization of the
associated comprehensive plan amendment and
no sooner than October 4, 2019
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4a) Page 6
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code
SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION
Ordinance No. ____-19
An ordinance relating to amending the official zoning map
This ordinance amends the official zoning map of the City of St. Louis Park for the property
located at 3745 Louisiana Avenue South (PID 1711721430073) from C-2 General Commercial
District to BP Business Park District for the northern half and R-C High Density Multiple Family
Residence District for the southern half.
This ordinance shall take effect upon Metropolitan Council authorization of the associated
comprehensive plan amendment and no sooner than October 4, 2019.
Adopted by the City Council September 16, 2019
Jake Spano /s/
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this ordinance is available for inspection with the City Clerk.
Published in St. Louis Park Sailor: September 19, 2019
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4a) Page 7
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code
Ordinance No. ____-19
Ordinance regarding self-storage facilities
The City of St. Louis Park does ordain:
Section 1. Chapter 36 of the St. Louis Park City Code is hereby amended by adding
underscored text and deleting strikethrough text. Section breaks are represented by ***.
Section 36-4 Definitions
***
Self-Storage Facility means any real property designed and used for the purpose of renting or leasing
individual storage space to individuals, organizations, or businesses who are to have access to such
facility for the purpose of storing and removing personal property; a self-storage facility is not a
warehouse/storage facility.
***
Section 36-243 I-P industrial park district
***
(c) Uses permitted with conditions.
***
(13)Self-storage facility. The conditions are as follows:
a.No hazardous or flammable materials shall be stored on site.
b.No auctions, commercial sales/rentals, garage sales, or other activities not
consistent with the approved storage use shall be conducted on the premises.
c.No separate, dedicated utility connections, namely, electricity, water, telephone,
cable TV, or gas, will be provided to the individual units.
d.No unit within a self-storage facility shall be utilized as a place of business.
e.Outdoor storage is permitted with the following conditions:
1.Only commercial and recreational vehicles may be stored outside.
2.The vehicles must be properly licensed and in operable condition.
3.The outdoor storage area shall not exceed ten percent of the property
size.
4.The outdoor storage area shall be located in the interior of the site.
5.The outdoor storage area shall be screened from view from surrounding
properties with a 15-foot landscaped buffer consisting of an 8-foot
privacy fence and trees.
***
Section 36-244 I-G general industrial district
***
(c) Uses permitted with conditions.
***
(18)Self-storage facility. The conditions are as follows:
a.No hazardous or flammable materials shall be stored on site.
b.No auctions, commercial sales/rentals, garage sales, or other activities not
consistent with the approved storage use shall be conducted on the premises.
c.No separate, dedicated utility connections, namely, electricity, water, telephone,
cable TV, or gas, will be provided to the individual units.
d.No unit within a self-storage facility shall be utilized as a place of business.
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4a) Page 8
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code
e. Outdoor storage is permitted with the following conditions:
1. Only commercial and recreational vehicles may be stored outside.
2. The vehicles must be properly licensed and in operable condition.
3. The outdoor storage area shall not exceed ten percent of the property
size.
4. The outdoor storage area shall be located in the interior of the site.
5. The outdoor storage area shall be screened from view from surrounding
properties with a 15-foot landscaped buffer consisting of an 8-foot
privacy fence and trees.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after publication.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council September 16, 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 September 3, 2019
Second Reading September 16, 2019
Date of Publication September 19, 2019
Date Ordinance takes effect October 4, 2019
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4a) Page 9
Title: 2nd reading of ordinances rezoning 3745 Louisiana Ave. S. and amending the zoning code
SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION
Ordinance No. ____-19
An ordinance relating to self-storage facilities
This ordinance amends Sections 36-4, 36-243, and 36-244 establishing a definition for self-
storage facilities and limiting this use to the I-P and I-G zoning districts, where they will be
permitted with certain conditions.
This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication.
Adopted by the City Council September 16, 2019
Jake Spano /s/
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this ordinance is available for inspection with the City Clerk.
Published in St. Louis Park Sailor: September 19, 2019
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4b
Executive summary
Title: Accept donation from National Association of Government Web Professionals
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a monetary
donation from the National Association of Government Web Professionals in an amount not to
exceed $2,500 for all related expenses for Jason Huber, Information Technology Manager, to
attend the 2019 National Association of Government Web Professionals National Conference in
Salt Lake City, Utah.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to accept the gift with restrictions on its 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 prior to it being expended.
The City of St. Louis Park’s Information Technology Manager, Jason Huber, represents the
National Association of Government Web Professionals (NAGW) as their Midwest Director.
As a result of Mr. Huber’s board member status, the National Association of Government Web
Professionals will compensate all related expenses to attend National Association of
Government Web Professionals National Conference, September 18-20, 2019, in Salt Lake City,
Utah in an amount not to exceed $2,500.
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 a resolution needs to be adopted by the
city council determining that attendance at this event serves a public purpose and accepting
the gift. The resolution needs to be adopted before attendance at the conference.
Financial or budget considerations: This donation will be used toward the expenses incurred by
Jason Huber’s attendance to the National Association of Government Web Professionals
National Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Jason Huber, information technology manager
Reviewed by: Clint Pires, chief information officer
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4b) Page 2
Title: Accept donation from National Association of Government Web Professionals
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution accepting donation from
National Association of Government Web Professionals for expenses for Jason
Huber to attend the 2019 National Association of Government Web
Professionals National Conference
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 National Association of Government Web Professionals will compensate all
related costs, in an amount not to exceed $2,500, for the City’s Information Technology
Manager, Jason Huber, to attend the National Association of Government Web Professionals
National Conference, September 18-20, 2019, in Salt Lake City, Utah; 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 National Association of Government Web Professionals
with the understanding that it must be used for expenses incurred by Jason Huber to attend the
2019 National Association of Government Web Professionals National Conference held in Salt
Lake City, Utah.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by City Council on September 16, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4c
Executive summary
Title: Resolution appointing election judges for the 2019 municipal and school district General
Election
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution appointing election judges for the
November 5, 2019 municipal and school district general election.
Policy consideration: None – the city council is required to formally appoint election judges
under Minnesota election law.
Summary: MN Statute 204B.21, Subd. 2 and St. Louis Park Home Rule Charter section 4.03
provide that election judges for precincts shall be appointed by the governing body of the
municipality at least 25 days before the election at which the judges will serve. Election judges
are assigned to precincts based on availability, statutory party balance requirements, and the
number required for each location to adequately serve voters. Some election judges work full
day shifts while others opt to work half-day shifts. Election judges are allowed to serve without
affiliation to a major political party, but may be exempt from performing certain tasks at the
precinct. The resolution contains the names of those individuals who have been assigned to
work at a precinct on November 5, 2019. All judges are required to complete at least two hours
of training under state law. In St. Louis Park, most election judges attend two training sessions,
one focused on equipment and one focused on Election Day forms and procedures, for a total
of approximately four hours of training. Students from St. Louis Park High School and Benilde-
St. Margaret’s will also be working as judges in our precincts on Election Day. Student judges
serve without party affiliation. We have also established a collaboration with Partnership
Resources, Inc. to employ adults with disabilities in various roles at our polling places.
This is the first year ranked-choice voting is being used. Every effort is being made to ensure we
are adequately staffed and prepared to provide excellent service to voters on Election Day. We
are fortunate to have a very dedicated group of election judges who are diligently learning
about the ranked-choice system. Each precinct will also have election judges trained to conduct
exit polling to obtain base line data from voters about their experience at the polls, including
their use of the ranked-choice system. This will allow us to identify trends in municipal elections
over time and gauge how well our voters are engaging with and understanding the system. St.
Louis Park currently has approximately 32,000 registered voters.
Financial or budget considerations: The 2019 budget includes the funds required to hire and
train election judges.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution, Exhibit A – Precinct Assignment List
Prepared by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4c) Page 2
Title: Resolution appointing election judges for the 2019 municipal and school district General Election
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution appointing election judges for the
2019 municipal and school district General Election
Whereas, the municipal and school district General Election will be held on November 5,
2019 at the following precinct locations:
•Ward 1 Precinct 1 – Beth El Synagogue, 5225 Barry St. W.
•Ward 1 Precinct 2 – Peter Hobart Elementary School, 6500 26th St. W.
•Ward 1 Precinct 3 – St. Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd.
•Ward 1 Precinct 4 – Central Community Center, 6300 Walker St.
•Ward 2 Precinct 5 – Union Congregational Church, 3700 Alabama Ave. S.
•Ward 2 Precinct 6 – St. Louis Park Recreation Center, 3700 Monterey Dr.
•Ward 2 Precinct 7 – Susan Lindgren Elementary School, 4801 W 41st St
•Ward 2 Precinct 8 – Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 3801 Wooddale Ave S
•Ward 3 Precinct 9 – Knollwood Place Apartments, 3630 Phillips Parkway
•Ward 3 Precinct 10 - Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd.
•Ward 3 Precinct 11 – St. Louis Park Senior High School, 6425 33rd St. W.
•Ward 3 Precinct 12 – Aquila Elementary School, 8500 31st St. W.
•Ward 4 Precinct 13 – Westwood Lutheran Church, 9001 Cedar Lake Road
•Ward 4 Precinct 14 – Park Harbor Church, 1615 Texas Ave. S.
•Ward 4 Precinct 15 – Peace Presbyterian Church, 7624 Cedar Lake Road
•Ward 4 Precinct 16 – St. Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave. S.
Whereas, as authorized by Minnesota Statute 204B.21, Subd. 2 and St. Louis Park Home
Rule Charter section 4.03, election judges for precincts shall be appointed by the governing
body of the municipality no later than 25 days before each election; and
Now therefore be it resolved by the St. Louis Park City Council that the individuals named
in Exhibit A and on file in the office of the city clerk are hereby appointed to serve as election
judges, absentee ballot board judges, or alternate judges for the 2019 Municipal and School
District General Election; and
It is further resolved that as authorized under Minnesota Statute 204B.21, Subd. 2, the St.
Louis Park City Council also appoints all members appointed to the Hennepin County absentee
ballot board, under the direction of the Hennepin County Elections Manager, to serve as
members of the St. Louis Park absentee ballot board; and
Be it further resolved that the city clerk is authorized to make any substitutions or
additions as deemed necessary.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council Sept. 16, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
General Election, Tuesday, November 5, 2019
St Louis Park W-1 P-01
Beth El Synagogue, 5225 Barry St. W., St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Theresa Ruttger, Chair
Susanne Adler, Co-Chair
Irving Carper
Sharon Fuller
Jackie Jones
Marvin Mohr
Barbara Resnick
Tom Kukuk
Dahlia Krebs
Pam Feldman
Eitan Grad
Maggie O'Connor
Kate Redden
Mark Schwartz
Lesa Tieszen
St Louis Park W-1 P-02
Peter Hobart Elementary School, 6500 26th Street West, St Louis Park, MN 55426
Margaret Marek, Chair
Katherine Kloehn, Co-Chair
Jane Ahrens
Brent Cook
Scott Ryan
Ariann Scott
Rachel Gunderson
Zoe Younger
Aaron Grossman
Kellie Hultgren
Bryan Olson
Jill Rohret
David Rotert
St Louis Park W-1 P-03
St Louis Park City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Susan Ritten, Chair
Ann Olson, Co-Chair
Carol Kohler
Kelly Munoz Hernandez
Lynn Schwartz
Esther Smith
Barb Virum
Ruth McCarthy
Julie Carroll
Casey Merkwan
Carolyne Turk
St Louis Park W-1 P-04
Central Community Center, 6300 Walker Street, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Mary Maynard, Chair
Paul Martin, Co-Chair
Jorge Garcia
Peggy Adelmann
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Lisa Hertel
Louise Mollick
Barb Osfar
William Rainey
Susan Wittkop
St Louis Park W-2 P-05
Union Congregational Church, 3700 Alabama Ave S, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Kay Drache, Chair
David Richards, Co-Chair
Phillip Erwin
Eric Nevermann
Barbara Ruhl
Tim Schwarz
Derrell Deming
Roberta Gale
Gloria Murman
Lonni Ranallo
St Louis Park W-2 P-06
St Louis Park Recreation Center, 3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN 55416
David Larson, Chair
Debra Wuebker, Co-Chair
Paul Amla
Ellen Lewin
Alison Sipkins
Katherine Carpenter
Jeffrey Gershone
Sigrid Hutcheson
Trina Levin
Brian Nerheim
St Louis Park W-2 P-07
Susan Lindgren Elementary School, 4801 41st Street West, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Loren Botner, Chair
Henry Solmer, Co-Chair
Todd Hendrickson
Heather Mainella
Amelia Merfeld
Charles Nowak
Richard Erickson
Mary Kuhfeld
Jeff Narabrook
Dorothy Rand
Joy Showalter
Ernest Tursich
St Louis Park W-2 P-08
Aldersgate Methodist Church, 3801 Wooddale Ave S, St Louis Park, MN 55416
Julie Manuel, Chair
Marguerite Krause, Co-Chair
Patricia Flynn
Kathy Grose
Janice Jones-Klausing
Mary Jo Lochan
Kris Stapleton
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Jonathan Potter
James Engelking
St Louis Park W-3 P-09
Knollwood Place Apartments, 3630 Phillips Pkwy, St Louis Park, MN 55426
William Tape, Chair
Kimball Justesen, Co-Chair
Dalia Katz
Karen Kiecker
Katie Larson
Rick Person
Krystal Oeth
Amy Bobence
Wesley Hanson
Joan Hjelmeland
Aimee Jackson
Kari Konopliv
St Louis Park W-3 P-10
Lenox Community Center, 6715 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55426-3499
Martin Lee, Chair
Richard Dworsky, Co-Chair
Brenda Berglund
Rob Jewell
Gail Miller
Rita Martinez
Karne Nelson-Zilka
Theresa Welcher
Jennifer Witthuhn
St Louis Park W-3 P-11
St Louis Park Senior High School, 6425 33rd Street West, St Louis Park, MN 55426-3498
Janet Benson, Chair
Kimberly Aune, Co-Chair
Jacqueline Buda
Susanne Mattison
Richard Olson
Mary Sincheff
Allan Boyce
Irene Cho
St Louis Park W-3 P-12
Aquila Primary Center, 8500 31st Street W, St Louis Park, MN 55426
Todd Adler, Chair
Sara Mutchler, Co-Chair
Patricia Campbell
Brendalee Litman
Dave Miller
Steve Nachtwey
Mark Ennenga
Judy Knudson
Sally Anne Dunn
Teri Olson
JoAnn Ridgway
Judy Simmons
St Louis Park W-4 P-13
Westwood Lutheran Church, 9001 Cedar Lake Rd, St Louis Park, MN 55426
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Westwood Lutheran Church, 9001 Cedar Lake Rd, St Louis Park, MN 55426
Angela Fischels, Chair
Kathy Metzker, Co-Chair
Rogene Bergquist
Linda Hines
Nicki Pretzer
Gary Berkovitz
Steven Erickson
Jamie McReynolds
Jeanne Stevens
Rich Thorne
Mary Wickersham
St Louis Park W-4 P-14
Park Harbor Church, 1615 Texas Ave So, St. Louis Park, MN 55426-2518
Lawrence Grose, Chair
Mary (Gina) Soucheray, Co-Chair
Arlene Bleecker
Lyn Culbert
Sheila Desnick
Jim Brimeyer
Doug Jones
Kathy McKay
Jean Miller
Meredith Paul
Kay Peltier
Barb Person
Eirik Rasmusson
LeAnn Sawatzky
St Louis Park W-4 P-15
Peace Presbyterian Church, 7624 Cedar Lake Rd So, St Louis Park, MN 55426
Roger Ruth, Chair
Elaine Savick, Co-Chair
Christine Johnson
Patricia Kremer
Brenda Martens
Elaine Rider
John White
Marjorie Laskey
Mary Smigleski
Dana Uhrig-Fox
St Louis Park W-4 P-16
St Louis Park Middle School, 2025 Texas Ave S, St Louis Park, MN 55426
David Brehmer, Chair
Jeff Huebner, Co-Chair
Laura Butterbaugh
Dorothy Claus-Yurik
Ken Huiras
Alene Walker
Sarah Johnson
Rick Marsden
Deanna Spiden
Julie Weaver
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Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4d
Executive summary
Title: Licensed premises amendment - Top Ten Liquors, 5111 Excelsior Blvd.
Recommended action: Motion to approve a premises amendment to the off-sale intoxicating
liquor license for Yayin Gadol, LLC dba Top Ten Liquors, located at 5111 Excelsior Blvd. in St.
Louis Park.
Policy consideration: Does council support the proposed expansion of the licensed premises for
Top Ten Liquors?
Summary: Top Ten Liquors has requested a premises amendment to their existing off-sale
liquor license located at 5111 Excelsior Blvd. Top Ten Liquors will be expanding their business
into an adjacent space located in the Miracle Mile Shopping Center, increasing the size of the
space from approximately 4,500 square feet to approximately 6,750 square feet. No other
changes will be made in ownership or management. City code requires that amendments to the
premises be approved by the council, however no public hearing is required.
If council approves the premises amendment to Top Ten Liquors, no liquor will be sold in the
updated premises until a certificate of occupancy has been issued and all zoning requirements
have been approved.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable.
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: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4e
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving bylaw revisions to the telecommunications advisory commission
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving bylaw revisions allowing for the
transition of the telecommunications advisory commission to the community technology
advisory commission.
Policy consideration: Will the proposed bylaw revisions allowing for the transition of the
telecommunications advisory commission to the community technology advisory commission
support the city council and the city in achieving progress in the city’s five strategic priorities?
Summary: Following a discussion of proposed changes at a June 24 city council study session, at
its August 7, 2019, meeting, commission members reviewed the existing bylaws and approved
revisions to allow for the new community technology advisory commission. Proposed revisions
were submitted to the city council as a study session report August 26, 2019, with no questions
or concerns resulting.
As per the rules and procedures for boards and commissions, by laws must be consistent with
the city code and any proposed amendments require council approval.
Financial or budget considerations: Costs may be associated with outreach and education
initiatives suggested by the commission. It’s expected that the city’s cable TV fund can support
those incidental costs. Any future major initiatives recommended by the commission may result
in more significant budget implications.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. This commission believes changes to its bylaws
supporting the transition to the community technology advisory commission will result in
support and advancement of all the city’s strategic priorities.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Jacque Smith, communications and marketing manager
Reviewed by: Clint Pires, chief information officer
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Maria Carrillo-Perez, senior management assistant
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
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Title: Resolution approving bylaw revisions to the telecommunications advisory commission
Resolution No. 19-____
Authorize changes to bylaws to transition the telecommunications advisory
commission to the community technology advisory commission
Whereas, at the June 24, 2019, city council study session, telecommunications advisory
commission members and city staff presented a proposed change to the commission name and
mission; and
Whereas, the city council expressed its support for the name and mission change; and
Whereas, at its August 7, 2019, meeting, commission members reviewed the existing
bylaws and approved proposed changes to allow for the new community technology advisory
commission; and
Whereas, the approved bylaw and city code changes were submitted as a written report
at the August 26, 2019, city council study session; and
Whereas, no questions or concerns about the bylaw changes were expressed by city
council.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that the bylaw changes as presented are approved.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council September 16, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4f
Executive summary
Title: Approve North Cedar Lake Regional Trail cooperative agreement with Three Rivers Parks
District
Recommended action: Motion to authorize the mayor and city manager to execute the North
Cedar Lake Regional Trail cooperative agreement with Three Rivers Park District.
Policy consideration: Does the city council support the city’s continued use of the North Cedar
Lake Regional Trail?
Summary: On May 3, 1999, the city entered into a cooperative agreement with the Suburban
Hennepin Regional Park District (Three Rivers Park District) to construct the Hutchinson Spur
Trail (North Cedar Lake Regional Trail), from Hopkins to Minneapolis. The term of this
agreement was 20 years, and it expired last May.
Many changes have occurred since the original agreement was approved. With the expansion
and popularity of the regional trail system, it is recommended that the updated cooperative
agreement change with it. Since the beginning of the year, staff has been working with the park
district on a new agreement. The terms of the new agreement are detailed in the discussion
section of this report.
Financial or budget considerations: This new agreement has Three Rivers as the owner of the
trail. This change in ownership means that they will hold the annual lease with BNSF for the
trail. This annual cost, $10,000, has been paid by the city for the last 20 years. With this new
agreement, Three Rivers will be responsible for the lease payment.
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: Discussion
Agreement
Prepared by: Debra Heiser, engineering director
Reviewed by: Cindy Walsh, operations and recreation director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
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Title: Approve North Cedar Lake Regional Trail cooperative agreement with Three Rivers Parks District
Discussion
Background: On May 3, 1999, the city entered into a cooperative agreement with the Suburban
Hennepin Regional Park District (Three Rivers Park District) for the Hutchinson Spur Trail (North
Cedar Lake Regional Trail). This agreement formalized the partnership and described the
various roles and responsibilities of the city and park district. The agreement term was for 20
years and expired in May 2019.
In the original agreement, the city designed, constructed and owned the trail. The agreement
granted the park district a license for use of the trail. In addition, it designated that any future
maintenance and upkeep of the trail would be the responsibility of the park district. Most of
the cost for the trail in St. Louis Park was paid for by the city with the park district paying for the
construction cost in the City of Hopkins.
Present considerations: Many changes have occurred since the original agreement was
approved. With the expansion and popularity of the regional trail system, it is recommended
that the updated cooperative agreement change with it. Since the beginning of the year, staff
has been working with the park district on a new agreement.
Attached is the updated cooperative agreement between the City of St. Louis Park and the park
district. This agreement was drafted with the assistance of the city attorney, city staff and park
district staff. Provisions of the agreement which staff would specifically point out to the city
council are as follows:
•The trail will be owned and operated by the park district.
•Minor changes to the trail route can be made administratively. Major changes to the
route must be approved by both parties.
•The city will convey to the park district easements for the portion of the trail not
currently covered by easement. The park district will grant a license to the city for their
use of the trail for pedestrian, in-line skating and bicycle use as a part of the park
district's regional system.
•The park district will be solely responsible for the renovation, replacement, repair,
maintenance, and upkeep of the regional trail.
•The agreement does allow the city, at its discretion, to conduct snow removal
operations. This is handled through a winter use permit.
•The agreement does not expire. However, it may be terminated through mutual
agreement.
Next steps: In addition to the cooperative agreement, there is also a lease agreement with
BNSF for the portions of the trail that is within their right-of-way. That agreement expires in
October 2019. The park district is working with BNSF on updating that agreement and will be
responsible for the annual lease payment.
In the coming months, staff will be working on developing easements for the portions of the
trail that are on city property. These easements will be brought to the city council for approval
when they are completed.
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CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK
AND
THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT
NORTH CEDAR LAKE REGIONAL TRAIL
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
This agreement (the “Agreement”) is made and entered into this ___ day of
________________ 2019, by and between the Three Rivers Park District, a body
corporate and politic and a political subdivision of the State of Minnesota (“Park
District”), and the City of St. Louis Park, a Minnesota municipal corporation (“City”).
WHEREAS, Park District is a political subdivision of the State of Minnesota
authorized by statute to acquire, establish, operate, and maintain park facilities and
regional trail systems; and
WHEREAS, City and Park District supported the expansion of the regional trail
system within the City, and specifically, the North Cedar Lake Regional Trail (“Regional
Trail”); and
WHEREAS, City previously granted a license to the Park District for operation
of the Regional Trail within their city on June 1, 1999; and
WHEREAS, the license expires on May 31, 2019 and the Park District
requests continued responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the Regional
Trail; and
WHEREAS, Park District and City desire to cooperate for continued operation
of the regional trail on city owned lands; and
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein, and other
good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, City
and Park District agree as follows:
A.Regional Trail Route and Status. The regional trail route is shown on Exhibit
A.Both parties agree minor changes of the final regional trail route in the future
are allowable in order to best capitalize on opportunities to secure land, develop
the trail, create a high-quality regional trail corridor, be fiscally responsible, or
similar. City Manager or designee and Park District Superintendent or designee
shall have authority to approve minor changes to the regional trail corridor
route. Substantial changes in the route must be approved by both parties and may
require a public engagement process.
B.Property Rights. City shall acquire and convey to Park District permanent
property rights for purposes of establishing a continuous and contiguous regional
trail corridor where Park District does not already have rights in place. Regional
trail corridor shall typically be 20 feet wide, with a minimum width of 14 feet, unless
otherwise agreed upon. City may fulfill this responsibility through public trailway
easements, fee-title property, or permanent irrevocable permit or any combination
thereof (individually and collectively referred to hereafter as ‘Easement’) provided
that a permanent irrevocable permit and license shall only be used in situations
where City does not have an interest in real property but does have the legal
authority to construct, maintain, and operate sidewalks, trails, and other such
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public ways within the permit area. Non-fee title property rights (i.e. easements
and permits) conveyance documents shall adhere to typical public trailway
easement and permanent irrevocable permit (in the general form attached hereto
as Exhibit B) unless otherwise agreed upon by both parties.
Park District shall not be responsible to reimburse City for acquisition of property
rights it already holds. Park District shall not be obligated to proceed with any
obligation under this Agreement except to reimburse City for agreed upon property
rights reimbursement expenses until City has conveyed to Park District an
Easement sufficient to create continuous and contiguous regional trail corridor.
Park District shall reimburse City the amount paid for property rights within 180
days of notice by City, unless otherwise agreed upon.
Park District may at its sole discretion also acquire property rights for purposes of
creating a continuous and contiguous regional trail corridor from willing sellers. In
such cases, City shall approve via resolution Park District’s acquisition of property
rights so long as the acquisition is consistent with the approved route as shown on
Exhibit A, or is otherwise acceptable to City.
In the event City’s right to so maintain a regional trail is lost by vacation,
condemnation, revocation of license or permit, or otherwise, City will acquire such
additional rights, titles and interests as are needed to provide a continuous and
contiguous regional trail corridor at City expense. If the City’s loss of such right to
maintain a regional trail occurs after construction of the regional trail, the City shall
reconstruct the regional trail, if necessary, at City expense, subject to credit for
any compensation Park District may receive for loss of its regional trail.
In locations where the City meets its Easement responsibilities via an irrevocable
permit and license, the City represents that it currently has or will obtain the legal
right and authority to construct, maintain, and operate regional trail within the
permit area.
The parties recognize that certain Trail segments and road/railroad crossings may
require agreements with third parties such as the Minnesota Department of
Transportation (“MnDOT”). The parties to this Agreement shall cooperate to secure
necessary permissions to use such crossings and bridges. In the event that
necessary permissions cannot be secured, this Agreement may be terminated by
either party provided that monies due to either party is first paid.
C. Design and Construction. Design and construction of the regional trail and
associated structures and road crossings shall be in accordance with the Typical
Trail Sections (Exhibit C) and standards and guidelines adopted by the Park District.
The Park District will have final discretion over regional trail and safe crossing
design and the interpretation and execution of engineering best practices.
D. Permits and Assessments. City shall not unreasonably withhold City approvals,
City permits, and other official City permissions necessary for the Park District to
operate, maintain, reconstruct and construct the regional trail. In consideration of
the Park District’s performance under this Agreement including its maintenance
obligations, City hereby agrees that the Park District shall not be subject to
assessment by the City pertaining to improvements made on the lands included in,
or adjacent to, the regional trail corridor.
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E. Inconsistent Rights. The City, for itself, its successors and assigns, hereby
covenants that it will not construct nor grant others the right to construct any
structures or improvements within the Easement areas, which are inconsistent with
the rights and interests herein granted to Park District.
F. Operation and Maintenance. Park District and its agents and licensees shall have
the sole and exclusive right and authority to operate and control the regional trail
and to establish rules and regulations governing its use to the extent not in conflict
with ordinances of the City.
Park District will be responsible for the renovation, replacement, repair,
maintenance, and upkeep of the regional trail except bridges, tunnels and other
structures owned by others, and as provided in Section H. Park District shall be
solely responsible for establishing maintenance standards for the regional trail,
which will be consistent district wide.
Park District will not be responsible for maintaining city boulevard trees, grass, or
other plantings associated with adjacent city roadways or city park lands.
Park District reserves the right to remove any vegetation or object that obstructs
the use or safety of the regional trail including adjacent safety zones in accordance
with Exhibit C – Typical Trail Sections.
G. Trail Uses and Purposes. Regional trail shall be open to the general public and
be used exclusively for outdoor recreation and commuter activities, including but
not limited to non-motorized uses such as walking, jogging, skating, and biking.
The use of electric-assisted bicycles as defined in Minnesota State Law and Other
Power Limited Mobility Devices as defined by the American with Disabilities Act and
in accordance with Park District Policy are permitted. Commercial micro-mobility
devices such as electric foot scooters, electric assisted bikes, bicycles, or other
small mobility devices which are licensed with the City are permitted.
In addition, motor vehicles used by the City or Park District for maintenance, law
enforcement or other public uses will be permitted on the regional trail. Routine
maintenance and patrol with motor vehicles will be conducted from adjacent
roadways where feasible.
H. Winter Use. As of the date of this Agreement, Park District policy is to leave the
regional trail open to the public in winter but perform no winter maintenance. Park
District reserves the right to operate and maintain the regional trail for winter use
in its sole discretion. The City may request a Park District Winter Use Permit to
operate and maintain the regional trail during winter months. Such permit will
require City, among other things, to assume responsibility for trail maintenance,
operation and liabilities associated with winter use.
I. Signage. The Park District shall be responsible to furnish, install, and maintain the
trail information sign/kiosk program at Park District expense. Signage will indicate
that the regional trail is owned/operated by the Park District. City may provide
additional signage within the regional trail corridor, provided however, that Park
District shall approve additional signage, and that City shall be responsible for
providing and maintain respective signage.
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The party responsible for trail design, construction and/or reconstruction shall
provide all trail regulatory signs as prescribed by the Minnesota Manual on Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (Mn MUTCD), as a part of the design and construction of
the Trail. Park District shall be responsible for the maintenance of regulatory signs
post-construction at Park District expense.
City shall be responsible for providing and maintaining roadway crossing
treatments such as pedestrian striping, road signs and/or other treatments
as prescribed by Mn MUTCD, or as appropriate when the regional trail cross a City,
County or State roadway where a City obligation exists.
J. Utilities. City shall at all times retain the right to maintain, repair or replace any
existing utilities and related facilities in, on, or under said regional trail provided
that if any such activities by the City shall or may damage or limit the use of the
regional trail, the City will give the Park District ninety (90) days prior written notice
of the same (except in cases of emergency). The City will upon completion of such
activities so affecting the regional trail or any portion thereof, restore the regional
trail to its preexisting condition or better.
City and Park District recognize that prior notice is needed to develop temporary
trail detour routes and temporary signage. City and Park District will cooperatively
determine and implement a temporary detour route when feasible.
K. Law Enforcement. The City may patrol and police the regional trail in such
manner and by such persons as the City shall deem necessary, and may enforce
all rules and ordinances of the City except as provided herein. Notwithstanding
anything herein to the contrary, the Park District shall have the right to enforce its
rules, regulations and ordinances with respect to the regional trail. City shall not
promulgate any ordinance, rule or regulation which contravenes any ordinance,
rule or regulation of Park District with respect to the regional trail or which
contravenes this Agreement.
L. Indemnification. Each party is responsible for its own acts and omissions and the
results thereof to the extent authorized by law. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 466
and other applicable law govern the parties’ liability. To the full extent permitted
by law, this Agreement is intended to be and shall be construed as a “cooperative
activity” and it is the intent of the parties that they shall be deemed a “single
governmental unit” for the purposes of liability, all as set forth in Minnesota
Statutes, Section 471.59, Subd. 1a (a); provided further that for purposes of that
statute, each party to this Agreement expressly declines responsibility for the acts
or omissions of the other party. In addition to the foregoing, nothing herein shall
be construed to waive or limit any immunity from, or limitation on, liability available
to either party, whether set forth in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 466 or otherwise.
M. Successor and Assigns. The Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto
and their respective successors and assigns, provided, however, that neither City
nor Park District shall have the right to assign its rights, obligations and interests
in or under this Agreement to any other party without the prior written consent of
the other party.
N. Amendment, Modification or Waiver. No amendment, modification or waiver of
any condition, provision or term of this Agreement shall be valid or of any effect
unless made in writing and signed by the party or parties to be bound, or its duly
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authorized representative. Any waiver by either party shall be effective only with
respect to the subject matter thereof and the particular occurrence described
therein, and shall not affect the rights of either party with respect to any similar or
dissimilar occurrences in the future.
O.Rights and Remedies Cumulative. The rights and remedies provided by this
Agreement are cumulative and no right or remedy at law or in equity which either
party hereto might otherwise have by virtue of a default under this Agreement nor
the exercise of any such right or remedy by either party will impair such party’s
standing to exercise any other right or remedy.
P.No Agency. Nothing contained herein and no action by either party hereto will be
deemed or construed by such parties or by any third person to create the
relationship of principal and agent or a partnership or a joint venture or any other
association between or among the parties hereto.
Q.Saving Provision. If any provision of the Agreement shall be found invalid or
unenforceable with respect to any entity or in any jurisdiction, remaining provision
of the Agreement shall not be affected thereby, and such provisions found to be
unlawful or unenforceable shall not be affected as to their enforcement or
lawfulness as to any other entity or in any other jurisdiction, and to such extent
the terms and provisions of this Agreement are intended to be severable.
R.Termination. This Agreement may be terminated by Park District or City by
mutual agreement or as otherwise provided in this Agreement. This Agreement
shall be terminable by either party upon a material breach by the other party.
The provisions of Section L survive termination with respect to claims that arise
from actions or occurrences that occurred prior to termination.
S.Governing Laws. This Agreement will be construed in accordance with the laws
of the State of Minnesota.
T.Title and Signing Authority. City warrants that it will own good and marketable
title to all property in which City provides public trailway easement or real property
rights to Park District and that the undersigned is authorized to execute this
Agreement.
U.Enforcement. In the event either party should bring an action to enforce the terms
of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover from the other
all of the legal or other expenses of the prevailing party, including reasonable
attorneys’ fees, and to have the same awarded as part of the judgment in the
proceeding in which legal expenses and attorneys’ fees were awarded.
V.Notices. Any notice given under this Agreement shall be deemed given on the first
business day following the date the same is deposited in the United States Mail
(registered or certified) postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
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If to the Park District: Superintendent
Three Rivers Park District
c/c Legal Counsel
3000 Xenium Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55441
If to City: City Manager
City of St. Louis Park
5005 Minnetonka Blvd
St. Louis Park, MN 55430
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Park District and City have entered into this Agreement as
of the date and year first above written.
Three Rivers Park District, a public corporation
and political subdivision of the State of Minnesota
Dated: ___ By:
Its Chair – Board of Commissioners
Dated: ___ By:
Its Superintendent
And Secretary to the Board
City of St. Louis Park, a Minnesota municipal
corporation
Dated: ___ By:
Its Mayor
Dated: ___ By:
Its City Clerk
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Exhibits
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Exhibit A Regional Trail Route
Exhibit B Public Trailway Perpetual Easement and
Permanent Irrevocable Permit Agreement
Exhibit C Typical Trail Sections
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Exhibit A
Regional Trail Route
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Exhibit B
Public Trailway Perpetual Easement and
Permanent Irrevocable Permit Agreement
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PUBLIC TRAILWAY PERPETUAL EASEMENT AND
PERMANENT IRREVOCABLE PERMIT AGREEMENT
This Public Trailway Easement (“Easement”) and Permanent Irrevocable Permit
(“Permit”), made this ______ day of ________, 201_, by the City of ____________,
a Minnesota municipal corporation (“Grantor”) to Three Rivers Park District, a political
subdivision of the State of Minnesota, Hennepin County, Minnesota (“Grantee”).
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Grantor and Grantee entered into a Trailway Cooperative
Agreement (“Agreement”) for ___________ Regional Trail (“Trail”) dated as of
_________ __, 201_; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Agreement, Grantor agreed to convey to Grantee
an Easement and/or Permit as further described herein and Grantee agreed to accept
Easement and/or Permit according to the terms and conditions contained herein; and
WHEREAS, Grantor is the fee owner of certain real property in Hennepin
County, Minnesota, legally described on the attached Exhibit A (“Easement Area”);
and
WHEREAS, Grantor is not the fee owner, but has legal authority to construct,
maintain and operate sidewalks, trails, and other such publicways and Permit within
the area legally described on the attached Exhibit B (“Permit Area”); and
WHEREAS, said Easement provided by the Grantor does not convey ownership
of lands within the Easement and Permit Areas to the Grantee.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of mutual covenants contained within the
Agreement referenced above, and other good and valuable consideration, the
sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the Grantor agrees to as follows:
TERMS OF PERPETUAL EASEMENT AND PERMANENT AND IRREVOCABLE
PERMIT
1.) Grant of Easement. Grantor grants and conveys to the Grantee the Easement
legally described and depicted on the attached Exhibit A. The Easement shall be
perpetual, shall run with the land, shall be binding upon Grantor and its successors
and assigns and shall be for the benefit of Grantee and its successors and assigns.
The Easement shall be non-exclusive; provided, however, this Easement shall be
prior to and superior to any other easement hereinafter granted. Any future
easement shall be subject to and subordinate to, and shall not interfere with, the
Easement without the consent, in writing, of Grantee.
2.) Grant of Permit. Grantor grants and conveys to the Grantee the permanent,
irrevocable Permit legally described and depicted on the attached Exhibit B. In
accordance with the Agreement, the Grantor may substitute a Permit for an
Easement only where the Grantor currently does not own property rights sufficient
to convey an Easement. The Permit shall be permanent, shall be binding upon
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Exhibit B
Public Trailway Perpetual Easement and
Permanent Irrevocable Permit Agreement
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Grantor and its successors and assigns and shall be for the benefit of Grantee and
its successors and assigns. The Permit shall be non-exclusive; provided, however,
this Permit shall be prior to and superior to any other permitted use of the
permitted area, hereinafter granted. Any future permit shall be subject to and
subordinate to, and shall not interfere with, the Permit without the consent, in
writing, of Grantee.
3.) Scope of Easement and Permit. The perpetual non-exclusive Easement and Permit
granted herein includes the right of the Grantee, its contractor, agents, and
employees to locate, install, construct, reconstruct, operate, maintain, inspect,
alter and repair within the described Easement and Permits Areas any of the
following facilities and amenities: public sidewalk or trail, trail signage,
informational kiosks, benches, bike racks, fences, trail bridges/tunnels, and any
other trail related structure.
4.) Trail Use and Purposes. This Easement and Permit is for public trailway purposes
only. The Trail shall be open to the general public, and be used exclusively for
outdoor recreation and commuting including but not limited to walking, jogging,
skating, biking, and uses allowed under State and Federal law including, but not
limited to, other personal driven mobility devices (OPDMD’s) and electric personal
assistive devices. In addition, motor vehicles used for maintenance, law
enforcement or other public uses will be permitted within the Easement and Permit
Areas.
5.) Loss of Property Rights. Grantor warrants that it will defend and indemnify Grantee
against any loss, expense, or interruption to the contiguity of the Trail, and, further
shall, at its own expense, take all necessary action, including, but not limited to,
the use of eminent domain to secure a continuous and contiguous trail corridor.
These obligations of Grantor may be specifically enforced by Grantee and further
all costs of such enforcement, including reasonable attorney’s fees, shall be paid
by Grantor.
6.) Property Rights and Execution Authority. The Grantor warrants that it 1) owns good
and marketable title to the Easement Area, 2) has legal rights to construct,
maintain and operate sidewalks, trails and other such public ways within the Permit
Area, 3) has the right, title and capacity to convey the Easement and Permit to
Grantee, and 4) that the undersigned is authorized to execute this Easement and
Permit.
7.) Environmental Matters. Grantor shall provide Grantee written documentation of
any and all previously and/or currently present hazardous materials, pollutants, or
other containments within the Easement and Permit Areas known to the Grantor.
Grantee shall not be responsible for any costs, expenses, damages, obligations,
including penalties and reasonable attorney’s fees, or losses resulting from any
claims, actions, suits or proceedings based upon the release or threat of release of
any hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants which may have existed
on, or which relate to, the Easement and Permit Areas prior to the date of this
instrument.
8.) Binding Effect. The terms and conditions of this instrument shall run with the land
and be binding on the Grantor, its successors and assigns.
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Exhibit B
Public Trailway Perpetual Easement and
Permanent Irrevocable Permit Agreement
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In witness whereof, the said parties have caused this instrument to be executed on
the date and year first written above.
CITY ____________________
__________________________
Its Mayor
__________________________
Its City Manager
State of Minnesota )
) S.S.
County of Hennepin )
The foregoing instrument was acknowledge before me this _____ day of
_____________, 20__, by _______________________ and
__________________________, the Mayor and City Manager, respectively of the
City of ________________, a Minnesota municipal corporation, Grantor.
____________________________
Notary Public
Notary Stamp or Seal
This instrument drafted by:
Three Rivers Park District
3000 Xenium Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Exhibit B
Public Trailway Perpetual Easement and
Permanent Irrevocable Permit Agreement
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PUBLIC TRAILWAY EASEMENT
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
Placeholder page for legal description and graphic
that can be recorded with the County.
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EXHIBIT B
Easement and Limited Use Permit
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Placeholder page for legal description and graphic
that can be recorded with the County.
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EXHIBIT C
Typical Trail Sections
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EXHIBIT C
Typical Trail Sections
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Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4g
Executive summary
Title: Accept donation from Athletic Business for Kori Shingles to attend conference
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving acceptance of a donation from
Athletic Business in an amount not to exceed $450 to cover the registration fee for Kori
Shingles, Recreation and Facilities Supervisor, to attend the Athletic Business Conference in
Orlando, Florida November 13 - 16, 2019.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to accept the donation from Athletic Business
for Kori Shingles to attend the Athletic Business Conference in 2019?
Summary: State statute requires city council’s acceptance of donations. This requirement is
necessary in order to make sure the city council has knowledge of any restrictions placed on the
use of each donation prior to it being expended.
The City of St. Louis Park’s Recreation and Facilities Supervisor, Kori Shingles, will attend the
Athletic Business Conference, November 13 – 16, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. This conference
showcases many areas within the parks and recreation industry that will provide opportunities
for continuing education within the industry. Participants learn about current trends in facility
management and programming. As a result of being selected as a first-time conference
attendee, Athletic Business has offered to pay registration in amount not to exceed $450.
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 resolution needs to be adopted before attendance at the conference.
Financial or budget considerations: This donation will be used toward the registration expense
incurred by Kori Shingles to attend the Athletic Business Conference in Orlando, Florida on
November 13 - 16, 2019. The remainder of her conference was budgeted for and will be paid for
from the organized recreation budget
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Stacy M. Voelker, senior office assistant
Reviewed by: Kori Shingles, recreation and facilities supervisor
Cynthia S. Walsh, director of operations and recreation
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4g) Page 2
Title: Accept donation from Athletic Business for Kori Shingles to attend conference
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution accepting donation from
Athletic Business for Kori Shingles registration expense
to attend the 2019 Athletic Business Conference
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, Athletic Business will compensate conference registration in an amount not to
exceed $450, for the City’s Recreation and Facilities Supervisor, Kori Shingles, to attend the
Athletic Business Conference, November 13 - 16, 2019, in Orlando, Florida; 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 Athletic Business with the understanding that it must be used
for registration expenses incurred by Kori Shingles to attend the 2019 Athletic Business
Conference held in Orlando, Florida November 13 - 16, 2019.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council September 16, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4h
Executive summary
Title: TS 710: Authorize installation of parking restrictions on Vernon Avenue
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the installation of parking
restrictions on the east side of Vernon Avenue from Minnetonka Boulevard to 2955/2957
Vernon Avenue.
Policy consideration: The installation of parking restrictions is allowed per the city’s established
regulatory authority.
Summary: In July 2019, a request to evaluate parking along Vernon Avenue north of
Minnetonka Boulevard was brought to the traffic committee for review. The request was to
restrict parking on the east side of Vernon Avenue to better allow for safe two-way traffic to
move.
The traffic committee reviewed the request at its August 2019 meeting. The committee’s
recommendation was to install parking restrictions on the east side of Vernon Avenue from
Minnetonka Boulevard to the south property line of 2955/2957 Vernon Avenue.
A letter was sent to the surrounding area looking for comments and concerns regarding the
proposed parking changes. Four comments were received from residents through email or
phone. Two were in support and two were against the addition of parking restrictions.
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: Discussion
Resolution
Resident letter
Prepared by: Ben Manibog, transportation engineer
Reviewed by: Jack Sullivan, senior engineering project manager
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4h) Page 2
Title: TS 710: Authorize installation of parking restrictions on Vernon Avenue
Discussion
Background: In July 2019, a request to evaluate parking along Vernon Avenue north of
Minnetonka Boulevard was brought to the traffic committee for review. The request was to
restrict parking on the east side of Vernon Avenue to better allow for safe two-way traffic to
move.
The traffic committee reviewed the request to evaluate the parking on Vernon Avenue at the
August 2019 meeting. The committee’s recommendation was to install parking restrictions on
the east side of Vernon Avenue from Minnetonka Boulevard to the south property line of
2955/2957 Vernon Avenue.
Vernon Avenue in this location has a double yellow line that runs from the intersection at
Minnetonka Boulevard to 2955/2957 Vernon Avenue. The double yellow line shows drivers
where they are not allowed to pass other vehicles. As you move north on Vernon from
Minnetonka, the road narrows gradually from 62 feet to 28 feet. However, when a vehicle is
parked on the east side, drivers must move across the double yellow line to safely pass. The
double yellow line must stay on the street as it is part of the operations of the traffic signal.
A letter was sent to the surrounding area looking for comments and concerns regarding the
proposed parking changes. Four comments were received from residents through email or
phone. Two were in support and two were against the addition of parking restrictions. Their
comments are summarized below.
In support of the addition of parking restrictions (2 comments):
•“In fact we would be in favor of extending it a bit farther. It would improve our safety in
exiting our driveway and would make it much more comfortable using Vernon Ave. It
would also be nice if the signs on the west side of Vernon restricting parking were clearer
and did a better job of defining the area in which parking is prohibited. With no changes
it will continue to be a dangerous area”.
•“I am in favor the parking restrictions on Vernon Ave for the purpose of safe passage. In
general, I encourage the city planners to look at increasing the 30 ft set back from
intersections (especially off of Minnetonka Blvd). With both side parking within 30 ft of
the intersection, it is often difficult to make an easy or clear turn from Minnetonka onto
the side street.”
Against the addition of parking restrictions (2 comments):
•Resident called saying this was a terrible idea. People drive 50 mph down the street and
don’t pay attention to the kids that live on the block. The parking stops or slows traffic
on the street. Why not move the double yellow line over? They also requested a speed
bump.
•Business owner called saying that restricting the parking there will force more of the bus
park and riders to park on Lake Street. This influx of parking will negatively impact their
customer’s ability to park.
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4h) Page 3
Title: TS 710: Authorize installation of parking restrictions on Vernon Avenue
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution authorizing installation of parking restrictions on Vernon Avenue
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park received a request to evaluate parking restrictions on
Vernon Avenue north of Minnetonka Boulevard; and
Whereas, the traffic committee has reviewed the request and recommended the
installation of parking restrictions on the east side of Vernon Avenue from Minnetonka
Boulevard to the south property line of 2955/2957 Vernon Avenue; and
Whereas, 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 Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that the Engineering Director is hereby authorized to:
1.Install parking restrictions on the east side of Vernon Avenue from the north right
of way line of Minnetonka Boulevard to the south property line of 2955/2957
Vernon Avenue.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council September 16, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4h) Page 4
Title: TS 710: Authorize installation of parking restrictions on Vernon Avenue
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 4i
Executive summary
Title: 2nd reading of ordinance regarding C1 zoning district retail and service size limits
Recommended action: Motion to approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance pertaining
to size limitations for retail and service uses in the C-1 zoning district and approve summary
ordinance for publication.
Policy consideration: Does city council support changes to the zoning ordinance to limit the
maximum size of retail and service uses in the C-1 zoning district?
Summary: To minimize large stores that are out of scale with the character of low-density
neighborhoods and to promote small businesses, the city council, on February 20, 2018,
directed staff to consider options for limiting the size of businesses within commercial districts.
Since then, staff conducted several discussions in study session with the planning commission
and city council resulting in the proposed ordinance.
The planning commission held a public hearing on August 21, 2019. No comments were
received. The commission unanimously passed a motion to recommend the council approve the
ordinance.
The city council approved the first reading of the ordinance on September 3, 2019 on a 5-1
vote, with council member Brausen voting against.
Financial or budget considerations: None.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of
housing and neighborhood oriented development.
Supporting documents: Ordinance
Summary ordinance for publication
Prepared by: Gary Morrison, assistant zoning administrator
Reviewed by: Sean Walther, planning and zoning supervisor
Karen Barton, community development director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4i) Page 2
Title: 2nd reading of ordinance regarding C1 zoning district retail and service size limits
Ordinance No. ____-19
An ordinance regarding size limits for retail and service uses in the C-1
Neighborhood Commercial zoning district
The City of St. Louis Park does ordain:
Section 1. Chapter 36 of the St. Louis Park City Code is hereby amended by adding
underscored text and deleting the strikethrough text. Section breaks are represented by ***.
Sec 36-193. C-1 neighborhood commercial district.
***
(c) Uses permitted with conditions. A structure or land in a C-1 district may be used for one
or more of the following uses.
***
(11)Service. The maximum floor area shall be 2,500 7,500 square feet.
***
(25)Retail. The conditions for retail are that the maximum floor area shall be 7,500 square
feet and shall not is that these cannot exceed intensity classification 4 for all other
measures.
(26)Large item retail. The conditions for large item retail are that the maximum floor area
shall be 7,500 square feet and shall not is that these cannot exceed intensity
classification 4.
(d)Uses permitted by conditional use permit. No structure or land in a C-1 district shall be
used for the following uses except by conditional use permit.
***
(2)Exceeding classification 4. All of those uses which are permitted or permitted with
conditions, which exceed an intensity classification 4, shall be conditional uses. The
conditions are as follows:
a.Access shall be to a roadway identified in the comprehensive plan as a collector
or arterial or shall be otherwise located so that access can be provided without
generating significant traffic on local residential streets.
b.Buildings shall be located a minimum of 25 feet from any parcel that is zoned
residential and used or subdivided for residential or has an occupied institutional
building including but not limited to a school, religious institution or community
center.
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Title: 2nd reading of ordinance regarding C1 zoning district retail and service size limits
c.The use is in conformance with the comprehensive plan including any provisions
of the redevelopment chapter and the plan by neighborhood policies for the
neighborhood in which it is located, and conditions of approval may be added as
a means of satisfying this requirement.
d.The cumulative gross floor area used for retail, large item retail, and service uses
shall not exceed 10,000 square feet.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its publication.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council Sept. 16, 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 September 3, 2019
Second Reading September 16, 2019
Date of Publication September 26, 2019
Date Ordinance takes effect October 11, 2019
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 4i) Page 4
Title: 2nd reading of ordinance regarding C1 zoning district retail and service size limits
Summary for publication
Ordinance No. ___-19
An ordinance regarding size limits for retail and service uses in the
C-1 Neighborhood Commercial zoning district
This ordinance establishes maximum allowed floor areas for service, retail and large item retail
uses in the C-1 Neighborhood Commercial zoning district.
This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication.
Adopted by the City Council Sept. 16, 2019
Jake Spano/s/
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this ordinance is available for inspection with the city clerk.
Published in St. Louis Park Sailor: Sept. 26, 2019
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Action agenda item: 8a
Executive summary
Title: 2020 preliminary property tax levy certification
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution approving 2020 preliminary property tax
levy and setting the budget public hearing date for December 2, 2019.
Policy consideration:
•Does the city council desire to set the 2020 preliminary property tax levy at
$34,985,521, which is a 5.61% change over the 2019 final property tax levy?
•Does the city council desire to hold the public hearing at which the budget and levy will
be discussed on Monday, December 2, 2019 and then take action on the 2020 budgets,
final property tax levy, final HRA levy, and 2020-2029 capital improvement plan at the
regular city council meeting on December 16, 2019?
Summary: Included is information pertaining to the 2020 preliminary property tax levy. In
addition, a proposed calendar of upcoming budget discussions dates is shown.
Once the preliminary levy is set, it can be decreased but not increased. As we move ahead
with our 2020 budget process and planning, we will continue to have discussions and provide
more information prior to the December 2 public hearing and final adoption on December 16.
Financial or budget considerations: The proposed tax levy will help support necessary city
services to be provided during 2020.
Strategic priority consideration:
All areas of the adopted strategic priorities are impacted by the city’s budget.
•St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in racial equity and inclusion in order to
create a more just and inclusive community for all.
•St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in environmental stewardship.
•St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood-
oriented development.
•St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for people to make their
way around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
•St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through
community engagement.
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 September 16, 2019 (Item No. 8a) Page 2
Title: 2020 preliminary property tax levy certification
Discussion
Background: On May 13, 2019, staff met with the city council to discuss the 2020 budget
process and the “systems thinking” approach. Staff has prepared the recommendations based
on continued quality and timely delivery of core services in addition to continuing to support
and align with the five strategic priorities and the key organizational cultural behaviors of
collaboration, quality and responsiveness when preparing the 2020 budget. Council discussed a
goal of targeting 4.00-6.00% for the preliminary levy.
At the June 17, July 22, August 12 and September 3, 2019 city council study sessions, the city
council reviewed information regarding the 2020 budget and consensus was for staff to prepare
a 2020 preliminary property tax levy increase of 5.61% when compared to the 2019 final
property tax levy.
2020 preliminary property tax levy
There are some important key items to keep in mind for the 2020 preliminary tax levy:
•There are no levy limits in place for 2020.
•Local Government Aid (LGA) for 2020 has been certified, St. Louis Park will receive
$267,271 which is $299,320 less than the $566,591 certified in 2018. These dollars go
into the capital replacement fund and will be part of the long-range financial
management plan.
•The strategic priorities are factored into the proposed 2020 budget.
•The 2020 preliminary property tax levy once adopted on September 16, 2019, can be
decreased but not increased after that date.
2019 city final levy and 2020 city preliminary levy
A synopsis of prior year levy information and the 2020 proposed preliminary levy is shown below:
1.The 2019 preliminary levy was $33,392,261, which was 5.18% more than 2018.
2.The 2019 final levy was $33,128,261, which was 4.35% more than 2018.
3.Considering the budgets which have been submitted, strategic priorities and debt
service needs, the 2020 preliminary property tax levy is proposed at 5.61%.
2019 2020 $ Change % Change
Final Levy Proposed 2019 to 2020 2019 to 2020
TAX CAPACITY BASED TAX LEVY
General Fund 26,880,004$ 27,786,200$ 906,196$ 3.37%
Environment and Sustainability (2)- 498,510 498,510
Race Equity and Inclusion (2)- 324,018 324,018
Park Improvement Fund 810,000 860,000 50,000 6.17%
Capital Replacement Fund 1,767,700 1,567,700 (200,000) -11.31%
Debt Service-current (1)3,420,557 3,799,093 378,536 11.07%
Employee Benefit Fund 150,000 150,000 - 0.00%
Housing Rehabilitation Fund (3)100,000 - (100,000) -100.00%
33,128,261$ 34,985,521$ 1,857,260$ 5.61%
1= Debt service levy changes for 2020 primarily due to the 2019A bonds issued for sidewalks/trails/fiber/SWLRT.
2=Line items are part of the General Fund, separated so council can start seeing investment in strategic priorities.
3=See HRA levy discussion, but offset tax levy line item with allocation from HRA levy in 2020.
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 8a) Page 3
Title: 2020 preliminary property tax levy certification
HRA property tax levy: Council will consider the HRA levy which is recommended to be set at
the maximum allowed .0185% of estimated market value, which is consistent with previous
years. The amount for 2020 is estimated at $1,332,978. Per council consensus at this time a
significant portion will be used for the newly created housing trust fund and housing related
salaries. A final budget amount/allocation will be approved in December.
Based on the discussion at the study session regarding pooled tax increment financing (TIF) for
affordable housing, pooled dollars available from the Aquila Commons district are proposed to
be transferred to the Housing Rehab Fund for program expenses thereby allowing the
unrestricted revenues from the private activity revenue bond fees to be used in the General
Fund.
Additional tax levy information
By law, the city council is required to approve a 2020 preliminary property tax levy which must
be certified to Hennepin County by September 30, 2019. Hennepin County will mail out parcel
specific notices in mid to late November.
Setting dates for public hearing and 2020 budget adoption
The city is required to hold a regularly scheduled meeting at which the budget and levy will be
discussed and public input is allowed, prior to final budget and levy determination. This public
input meeting must occur after November 24, 2019. Past practice has been to hold the public
input meeting and then schedule a subsequent meeting to adopt the final budget. If the city
council chooses to continue this practice, then the dates would be the regular meeting on
December 2, 2019 for the public input meeting and December 16, 2019 for adoption of the
2020 budget, tax levy, HRA levy, and 2020-2029 capital improvement plan.
Next steps: The following preliminary timeline has been developed for council:
September 16 Council establishes 2019 preliminary property tax levy and HRA levy.
(Levies can be reduced, but not increased for final property tax levies.)
October 7 1st reading of fees – public hearing
October 14 Review and discussion of 2020 budget, CIP, utility rates and the LRFMP.
Directors or their designees in attendance as needed.
October 21 2nd Reading of Fees, and adoption of 2020 Utility Rates
November 4 (If necessary) Budget and CIP discussion prior to Truth in Taxation Public
Hearing and budget presentation. 2nd Reading of Fees on Consent.
November Live Facebook chat on 2020 budget and CIP.
December 2 Truth in Taxation Public Hearing and budget presentation
December 16 Council adopts 2019 Revised Budget, 2020 Budgets, final tax levies (City
and HRA), and 2020 - 2029 CIP.
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 8a) Page 4
Title: 2020 preliminary property tax levy certification
Resolution No. 19-____
Resolution approving 2020 preliminary property tax levy, and setting
public hearing date for the 2020 budget and final property tax levy
Whereas, The City of St. Louis Park is required by Charter and State law to approve a
resolution setting forth an annual tax levy to the Hennepin County Auditor; and
Whereas, Minnesota Statutes require approval of a preliminary property tax levy on or
before September 30th of each year; and
Whereas, the city council has received the proposed budget information;
Be it further resolved that the truth in taxation public hearing will be held on December
2, 2019; and
Be it further resolved that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Hennepin
County, Minnesota, that the following sums of money be levied for collection in 2020 upon the
taxable property in said City of St. Louis Park for the following purposes:
2020
Preliminary
TAX CAPACITY BASED TAX LEVY Levy
General Fund $28,608,728
Debt Service 3,799,093
Capital Replacement Fund 1,567,700
Park Improvement Fund 860,000
Employee Administration Fund 150,000
TOTAL TAX LEVIES $34,985,521
And
Be it further resolved that the chief financial officer is hereby authorized and directed
to transmit this information to the County Auditor of Hennepin County, Minnesota and the
Minnesota Department of Revenue, if applicable, in the format requested as required by law.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council September 16, 2019
Tom Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Consent agenda item: 8b
Executive summary
Title: 2020 preliminary HRA levy certification
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the 2020 Preliminary HRA Levy.
Policy consideration: Does the city council desire to approve as a preliminary levy the full
0.0185% of estimated market value allowable for HRA purposes of $1,332,978?
Summary: The HRA levy was originally implemented in St. Louis Park due to legislative changes
in 2001 which significantly reduced future tax increment revenues. The city council elected at
that time to use the levy proceeds for future infrastructure improvements in redevelopment
areas. By law, these funds could also be used for other housing and redevelopment purposes.
Given the council’s priorities related to affordable housing, staff recommends the HRA Levy
continue at the maximum allowed by law for the 2020 budget year.
The HRA Levy cannot exceed 0.0185% of the estimated market value of the city. Therefore,
staff has calculated the maximum HRA Levy for 2020 to be $1,332,978 based on valuation data
from Hennepin County which is an increase of $98,377 from 2019.
Financial or budget considerations: The proposed preliminary HRA levy is $1,332,978 for 2020.
Strategic priority consideration:
All areas of the adopted strategic priorities are impacted by the city’s budget.
•St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in racial equity and inclusion in order to
create a more just and inclusive community for all.
•St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in environmental stewardship.
•St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood-
oriented development.
•St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for people to make their way
around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
•St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through
community engagement.
Supporting documents: 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 September 16, 2019 (Item No. 8b) Page 2
Title: 2020 preliminary HRA levy certification
Resolution No. 19-____
Authorizing the preliminary HRA levy for 2020
Whereas, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.090 to 469.108 (the “EDA Act”),
the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park created the St. Louis Park Economic Development
Authority (the "Authority"); and
Whereas, pursuant to the EDA Act, the city council granted to the Authority all of the
powers and duties of a housing and redevelopment authority under the provisions of the
Minnesota Statutes, sections 469.001 to 469.047 (the "HRA Act"); and
Whereas, Section 469.033, subdivision 6 of the Act authorizes the Authority to levy a tax
upon all taxable property within the city to be expended for the purposes authorized by the HRA
Act; and
Whereas, such levy may be in an amount not to exceed 0.0185 percent of estimated
market value of the city; and
Whereas, the Authority has filed its budget for the special benefit levy in accordance with
the budget procedures of the city in the amount of $1,332,978; and
Whereas, based upon such budgets the Authority will levy all or such portion of the
authorized levy as it deems necessary and proper;
Now therefore be it resolved by the St. Louis Park City Council:
1.That approval is hereby given for the Authority to levy, for taxes payable in 2020,
such tax upon the taxable property of the city as the Authority may determine, subject to the
limitations contained in the HRA Act.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council Sept. 16, 2019
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: September 16, 2019
Action agenda item: 8c
Executive summary
Title: First reading of ordinance repealing and replacing city code Section 2-184 related to the
TAC
Recommended action: Motion to approve the first reading of ordinance repealing and
replacing city code Section 2-184 transitioning the telecommunications advisory commission
(TAC) to the community technology advisory commission (CTAC) and set the second reading for
Oct. 7, 2019.
Policy consideration: Will the proposed changes to the city code to transition the
telecommunications advisory commission to the community technology advisory commission
support the city council and the city in achieving progress in the city’s five strategic priorities?
Summary: Following a discussion of proposed changes at a June 24 city council study session, at
its August 7, 2019, meeting, commission members reviewed the existing city code and
approved proposed changes to allow for the new community technology advisory commission.
Proposed changes were submitted to the city council as a study session report August 26, 2019,
with no questions or concerns resulting.
Financial or budget considerations: Costs may be associated with outreach and education
initiatives suggested by the commission. It’s expected that the city’s cable TV fund can support
those incidental costs. Any future major initiatives recommended by the commission may result
in more significant budget implications.
Strategic priority consideration: This commission believes changes to its bylaws and to the city
code supporting the transition to the community technology advisory commission will result in
support and advancement of all the city’s strategic priorities.
Supporting documents: Ordinance
Summary ordinance for publication
Prepared by: Jacque Smith, communications and marketing manager
Reviewed by: Clint Pires, chief information officer
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Maria Carrillo-Perez, senior management assistant
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 8c) Page 2
Title: First reading of ordinance repealing and replacing city code Section 2-184 related to the TAC
Ordinance No. ____-19
An ordinance repealing
St. Louis Park City Code section 2-184
and replacing it with section 2-184
transitioning the telecommunications advisory commission to the community
technology advisory commission
The City of St. Louis Park does ordain:
Section 1. St. Louis Park City Code Chapter 2, Article IV, Division 2, Sec. 2-184 is repealed in its
entirety and replaced by adding the following:
Sec. 2-184. Powers and duties.
The community technology advisory commission shall have the following powers and duties to:
(1)Advise and collaborate with the city council and boards and commissions on the
application and use of technology for the purpose of improving city services and
quality of life for St. Louis Park’s citizens, businesses and visitors.
(2)Submit to the city council by April 1 of each year an annual report of the activities of
the commission during the previous year; and
(3)Perform other functions as needed to carry out these duties and responsibilities as
directed by the city council and to act in an advisory capacity to the city council.
(Code 1976, § 1-323)
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its passage and publication.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council Oct. 7, 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 Sept. 16, 2019
Second Reading Oct. 7, 2019
Date of Publication Oct. 17, 2019
Date Ordinance takes effect Nov. 1, 2019
City council meeting of September 16, 2019 (Item No. 8c) Page 3
Title: First reading of ordinance repealing and replacing city code Section 2-184 related to the TAC
Summary for publication
Ordinance No. ____-19
An ordinance replacing the powers and duties of the telecommunications
advisory commission for transition to the community technology advisory
commission
This ordinance replaces Section 2-184 of the city code to describe the duties of the community
technology advisory commission, which is replacing the telecommunications advisory
commission for which duties were previously described by this section.
This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication.
Adopted by the City Council Oct. 7, 2019
Jake Spano /s/
Mayor
A copy of the full text of this ordinance is available for inspection with the City Clerk.
Published in St. Louis Park Sailor: Oct. 17, 2019