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MAY 4, 2020
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6:20 p.m. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
1.Call to order
2.Roll call
3.Approval of minutes -- None
5.Reports
5a. Approval of EDA disbursements
Recommended action: Motion to accept for filing EDA disbursement claims for the period of
March 28, through April 24, 2020.
7.New business -- None
Meeting of May 4, 2020
City council agenda
6:30 p.m. CITY COUNCIL MEETING
1. Call to order
1a. Pledge of allegiance
1b. Roll call
2. Presentations -- None
3. Approval of minutes
3a. City council meeting minutes of April 6, 2020
3b. Study session meeting minutes of March 30, 2020
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
6a. Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Recommended action: Mayor to open public hearing, take testimony, and then close the
public hearing.
7. Requests, petitions, and communications from the public – None
8. Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. Traffic Study 718 – Authorize parking restrictions on the south CR 25 Service Drive
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the installation of parking
restrictions on the north side of the S County Road 25 Service Drive as well as the south side
of the service drive within 50 feet of each intersection between Beltline Boulevard and
Inglewood Avenue.
9. Communications – None
Meeting of May 4, 2020
City council agenda
Consent calendar
4a. Accept for filing city disbursement claims for the period of March 28, through April 24, 2020.
4b. Approve Second Reading of Ordinance vacating the right-of-way between 31st Street West and
the Highway 7 Frontage Road between Glenhurst Avenue South and Inglewood Avenue South
and approve the Summary Ordinance for publication.
4c. • Adopt Resolution authorizing 2019 fund equity transfers.
• Adopt Resolution authorizing 2020 budget amendments.
4d. Approve for filing planning commission minutes of Feb. 19, 2020.
4e. Approve for filing planning commission minutes of March 4, 2020.
4f. Adopt Resolution approving relocation of polling place for Ward 3, Precinct 9, from Knollwood
Place Apartments to St. Louis Park Municipal Svc. Center, 7305 Oxford St.
4g. Adopt Resolution rescinding item 9 of Resolution 3681, authorizing the installation of parking
restrictions on both sides of the road within 50 feet of the intersection of 36th 1/2 Street and
Kipling Avenue, and authorizing timed parking restrictions on the west side of Kipling Avenue
north of Excelsior Boulevard.
4h. Adopt Resolution authorizing the installation of parking restrictions on the east side of
Hampshire Avenue near the NW driveway of 6715 Minnetonka Boulevard.
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Meeting: Economic development authority
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 5a
Executive summary
Title: Approval of EDA disbursements
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is considered
essential business and is categorized as a Required Action**
•Motion to accept for filing EDA disbursement claims for the period of March 28, through
April 24, 2020.
Policy consideration: Does the EDA desire to approve EDA disbursements in accordance with
Article V – Administration of Finances, of the EDA bylaws?
Summary: The finance division prepares this report on a monthly basis for the EDA to review
and approve. The attached reports show both EDA disbursements paid by physical check and
those by wire transfer or Automated Clearing House (ACH) when applicable.
Financial or budget considerations: Review and approval of the information follows the EDA’s
charter and provides another layer of oversight to further ensure fiscal stewardship.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: EDA disbursements
Prepared by: Kari Mahan, accounting clerk
Reviewed by: Tim Simon, chief financial officer
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
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Amount
ObjectVendorBU Description
26,400.00AMHERST H. WILDER FOUNDATION DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A PLANNING
26,400.00
2,201.63CITIZENS INDEPENDENT BANK DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A PLANNING
2,201.63
225.00EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC BELTLINE SWLRT DEVELOPMENT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.124900 EXC BLVD TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12ELIOT PARK TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12WEST END TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12ELLIPSE ON EXC TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12CSM TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12MILL CITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12PARK COMMONS G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
183.75EDGEWOOD TIF DIST G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12WOLFE LAKE COMMERCIAL TIF G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.17SHOREHAM TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
94.12HWY 7 BUSINESS CENTER G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,350.00
29,903.18ELECTRICAL PRODUCTION SERVICES, INC. CSM TIF DIST G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
29,903.18
7,234.50HOISINGTON KOEGLER GROUP INC DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A PLANNING
7,234.50
36.82IMPACT PROVEN SOLUTIONS DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A PLANNING
36.82
1,856.95KENNEDY & GRAVEN MTKA BLVD PROPERTIES LEGAL SERVICES
60.00WEST END TIF DIST G&A LEGAL SERVICES
75.00DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A LEGAL SERVICES
1,991.95
3,000.00LOCKRIDGE GRINDAL NAUEN PLLP DEVELOPMENT - EDA G&A LEGAL SERVICES
3,000.00
2,500.00MARQUETTE ADVISORS, INC.BELTLINE SWLRT DEVELOPMENT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,500.00
542,292.38OLD REPUBLIC TITLE DEVELOPMENT - EDA BALANCE SHEE LAND HELD FOR RESALE
Economic development authority meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 5a)
Title: Approval of EDA disbursements Page 2
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Amount
ObjectVendorBU Description
542,292.38
64,519.07ST LOUIS PARK CONV & VISITORS BUREAU CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU COST REIMBURSEMENT-CVB
64,519.07
117.50WANTA ERIC MTKA BLVD PROPERTIES OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
117.50
Report Totals 681,547.03
Economic development authority meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 5a)
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Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Minutes: 3a
Unofficial minutes
City council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
April 6, 2020
1. Call to order
Mayor Spano called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Rachel Harris, Larry Kraft, Anne
Mavity, Nadia Mohamed, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: None.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), Deputy City
Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms. Deno), Director of Community Development (Ms.
Barton), Communications Manager (Ms. Smith), Senior Management Analyst (Ms. Solano), and
Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
Guests: Patrick Crowe, developer; residents of St. Louis Park and Golden Valley over phone
1a. Pledge of allegiance
1b. Roll call
2. Presentations - none
3. Approval of minutes
3a. City council meeting minutes of Feb. 18, 2020
It was moved by Councilmember Kraft, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to
approve the Feb. 18, 2020 meeting minutes as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
4. Approval of agenda and items on consent calendar
4a. Accept for filing city disbursement claims for the period of February 22 through
March 27, 2020.
4b. Reject the bids received on March 5, 2020 for the Louisiana Avenue Bridge Project.
4c. Adopt Resolution No. 20-067 to recognize Office Assistant Karen Murphy for her 25
years of service.
4d. Designate Visu-Sewer as the lowest responsible bidder and authorize execution of a
contract with the firm in the amount of $314,318.05 for the sanitary sewer mainline
rehabilitation project no. 4020-3000.
4e. Adopt Resolution No. 20-068 rescinding Resolution 17-177, removing permit
parking restrictions at 2829 Louisiana Avenue.
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4f. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 20-069 approving the preliminary and final plat of
Cedarwood Dachis Addition.
Motion to adopt Resolution No. 20-070 approving a variance to allow accessory
structure in the side yard.
4g. Approve right of way purchase for parcel 1 and parcel 2 for Dakota bikeway and
bridge project.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, 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 - none
6. Public hearings - none
7. Requests, petitions, and communications from the public
A petition for the southeast bikeway project, specifically for the segment of Wooddale Avenue
from 44th Street to Morningside Road, was presented by Lori Larson, 4379 Wooddale Ave. She
stated 100% of the residents on this block have signed the petition, stating they prefer no
parking bays on the street, and adding residents will utilize their driveways to accommodate
their own and neighbor’s parking needs. Ms. Larson stated the neighborhood believes this plan
is consistent with staff’s initial proposal and thanked the council for taking this under
consideration in the hopes of making a change to the design council approved in March.
It was the consensus of the council to accept the petition presented and direct staff to bring the
item back for council discussion at a future study session.
8. Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. Cedar Place redevelopment Resolution No. 20-071 Resolution No. 20-072
Resolution No. 20-073
Ms. Kramer presented the staff report. She noted the developer, Patrick Crowe,
requests city approvals in order to construct a new 79-unit apartment development on
property located at 4900 Cedar Lake Rd., 4905 Old Cedar Lake Rd., and 5005 Old Cedar
Lake Rd. The developer seeks a comprehensive plan amendment to re-guide the 5005
Old Cedar Lake Road parcel from office to high density residential; a preliminary and
final plat to combine the three parcels into one; and a planned unit development to
rezone the site. The development would meet the city’s inclusionary housing and green
building policies and construction would begin in spring 2020 and open for leasing in fall
2021.
Ms. Kramer noted the public engagement process included a project sign at the sight, a
project webpage on the city website, notifications on social media, a neighborhood
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meeting on January 23, 2020, and a public hearing on February 5, 2020. She stated
concerns from the public have been traffic, scale, and setting a precedent. Staff and
planning commission recommend approval of all applications.
Councilmember Brausen stated he has visited the site several times and one feature of
the property is the mature oak trees that surround it. He stated one tree will be taken
down in the center but asked about keeping the others on Quentin and Cedar Lake
Road. Ms. Kramer stated yes those on Quentin and Old Cedar Lake Road will be
preserved.
Councilmember Harris asked if the city’s ground floor transparency policy only pertains
to commercial districts, and if so, as it relates to PUDs, how does this meet the policy
that the council recently approved. Ms. Kramer stated the policy applies to commercial
and restaurants. Mr. Walther added the ordinance does not apply to all PUDs, although
options can be explored.
Councilmember Harris noted in the staff report, it states a portion of the building could
be converted to commercial if less parking is needed in the future. She stated
walkability design may be worth considering if this occurs.
Councilmember Mavity agreed with Councilmember Harris and added the council must
be clear about walkability and the pedestrian experience, by putting pedestrians first
with the design and when new designs are created within communities. Councilmember
Mavity asked about the density, and if a PUD was not included, would the number of
units be allowed under this site, and how many floors would be allowed. Ms. Kramer
stated this area is all currently zoned high-density residential so fewer units would be
allowed if there is no PUD. She added building height would be allowed under the
current zoning.
Councilmember Mavity noted Connect the Park plans included another pedestrian
bridge connecting over Highway 100 and asked if that was still in the plan. Ms. Heiser
stated the west side bridge is more feasible at this point.
Councilmember Rog asked about the shadow study conducted on the project and what
the results were. Ms. Kramer stated a shadow study was conducted and met all city
requirements. Ms. Kramer presented the shadow study slide to the council for review.
Councilmember Kraft asked about the good neighbor agreement on the project. Mr.
Crowe, the developer, stated this agreement was drafted related to the issue with cut-
throughs in the neighborhood, adding that signage would be included, and it would also
be noted in the lease agreement that cut-throughs are discouraged.
Councilmember Kraft asked about the traffic study and if staff could clarify the number
of trips. Ms. Kramer stated the planning commission directed staff to do an additional
traffic study and trips per day were in the range of 348-400.
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Councilmember Kraft asked if this is less than 5% of what is on the roads today. Ms.
Kramer stated if all trips from the apartment building were on Quentin, this would
increase traffic by less than 5%. Mr. Walther added the trip numbers in the staff report
are an estimate only.
Councilmember Kraft asked Mr. Crowe if the solar array on the roof will utilize the full
space of the roof. Mr. Crowe stated the solar panels will take up 70% of the roof and will
meet the solar program requirements of the city at 86 kilowatts.
Councilmember Kraft also asked if the building will be able to support electric heating at
some point. Mr. Crowe stated it will, adding that 25% of the units will have electric heat
and in the future additional units will be able to change out the HVAC and have solar or
electric heat as well.
Councilmember Brausen asked if the first floor of parking could be converted to
additional apartments and not commercial. Mr. Crowe answered yes and stated if they
are converted to retail or commercial at a later date, the parking area can be expanded
to walkouts and windows can be added to the walls for retail or a coffee shop.
Residents living near the development spoke by telephone to the councilmembers.
Diane Karpen, 1400 Natchez Ave. S., Golden Valley, stated she is the co-sponsor of a
petition that has over 163 supporters. She noted their prime concern is traffic on
Natchez Avenue, and added she has been working with Golden Valley. She stated data
on the traffic study compared to 2015 showed a 50% increase on Natchez Avenue, since
the West End was developed, because there are very few passes, so many drivers cut
through. She stated they are able to prove the city’s studies may not be projecting
traffic correctly and with three more developments coming to the West End, there will
be incremental traffic added to the concern. She said there is a sign related to not
cutting through the neighborhood, but it has been ineffective. She added they do not
trust the good neighbor comments, and noted their street is used for pedestrian traffic
as there is no sidewalk there now, and that should be considered as well.
Evan Sundquist, 1632 Princeton Ave., stated he lives just adjacent and north of the
proposed development. He is concerned with the way the meeting is being conducted
tonight and that the neighborhoods’ voices will not be heard. He stated he has looked at
the proposed parking in the West End area and added up about 4,500 additional parking
spots, which means about 3,500 additional cars will be coming in the area to get into
the parking ramps. He stated there is current traffic cutting through to Benilde, this area
is not the West End, and all buildings north of Benilde are no more than two stories tall.
Jessica Duplessis, 1632 Princeton Ave., stated she is concerned about the size and scale
of the proposed property. She noted this is a 6-story building going into an area that has
only 1-2 story homes and will fundamentally change the character of the neighborhood.
She stated the West End is a commercial district and she is concerned the lighting will
shine into her bedroom 24/7. She is also worried about light pollution and sound
pollution in the neighborhood.
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Betsy Decortez, 1425 Natchez Ave., has concerns about traffic and safety. She stated
traffic calming needs to be included and the good neighbor agreement is nice but will do
nothing. She stated the traffic cut throughs will continue to increase, and she strongly
requests traffic calming be included now versus later.
Peter Beck spoke on behalf of Fiat Luther at 1820 Quentin Ave. He stated they are not
opposed to the project but do share some concerns on traffic and removing office use
between the dealership and the project. He stated there will then be incompatible uses
without the buffer, residents will be looking down on the dealership, and they are
concerned there will be complaints about the dealership. He stated they asked the
developer to put a notice in the lease about the dealership so residents are aware, but
the developer would not do this – so they are asking the city to add this. He added
changing the area from office commercial to residential will change the impact of the
noise ordinance and reduce it, which may be a problem for the dealership.
TJ King, 2532 Joppa Ave., stated she is in support of the project and added it is a good
choice for use of the land. She would rather see something attractive and well thought
out, such as this project. She prefers to see a project that people live in vs. a coffee shop
and she hopes residents will use the bike paths. Ms. King stated the project will provide
work for people, especially now when many are out of work, noting Mr. Crowe lives in
the area, knows the area, and has concerns about the area. She stated he is a man of
vision, makes logical choices, puts himself into projects, and this will be good for the city
and the area.
Jessica Anderson, 1345 Natchez Ave., stated she supports development in this area but
is not happy about the scale of the project, which could create problems. She is sorry
about the format for tonight’s meeting since many more would have come to speak, but
she does appreciate the traffic study. She has concerns about the infrastructure of the
neighborhood and doesn’t believe the good neighbor agreements will work. She asked if
there is a way to allocate funds to the trails in neighborhoods most affected by
developments, added the scale is too high for residential, and asked why set this
precedent.
Councilmember Brausen stated he will support the proposal and staff
recommendations, noting this is a Ward 4 project. He thanked Mr. Crowe for bringing
this project to the city and making the financial commitment to develop here. He
thanked staff and the residents both from St. Louis Park and Golden Valley who shared
their thoughts.
Councilmember Brausen stated this is a thoughtful development which enhances the
city’s housing resources. It is near major highways and the developer will support
pedestrian and bike trails at his own expense. He noted the property abuts the car
dealership to the west, office and multi-family homes on the south and east, and single-
family residences to the north. It will only have 79 units, 5 stories, and will reach a
height of 55 feet on the north side of the property, which is not much taller than the
former farmhouse northeast of the site.
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Councilmember Brausen stated the parking is adequate and exceeds code requirements
by 14 spaces and there will be 112 bike spaces, again in excess of the city’s
requirements. He stated the development will create 8 affordable units for folks who
make 50% of our area median income, which is 8 more units than the current market is
delivering. He noted almost one-half of the community lives in rental housing, which is a
reflection of the high cost of housing in St. Louis Park. He added that most residents
would want to own their own house in St. Louis Park, but limited income and the high
cost of building now keeps a majority of residents unable to do so. He added he could
not even afford to purchase a home in St. Louis Park today, and those that can are very
lucky. He noted the city is fortunate developers find St. Louis Park a desirable location
for building rental housing.
Councilmember Brausen added this proposal is a model of green building, which will
preserve mature oak trees, provide solar and a partial green roof, while using native
plants, provide electrical vehicle charging, high efficiency HVAC, energy efficient building
systems including LED lighting, motion sensors, low flow showers, duo flush toilets,
natural ventilation, and reduce carbon emissions and greenhouse gasses over time. He
noted some are concerned about traffic, but staff has modeled traffic flow and stated
there will be 400 or fewer car trips per day originating at the site – with all of it going
onto Cedar Lake Road, which already handles thousands of cars daily. He stated the
roads in that area can handle this less than 5% increase of traffic, as noted in the staff
report. Assuming less than 25% of the traffic goes in that direction, with the vast
majority on Cedar Lake Road, the increased traffic will be under 100 additional vehicles
daily.
Councilmember Brausen noted city staff will continue to monitor traffic and use
mitigation measures as necessary. He stated given the current economic market in this
country, financing new development will be challenging. He stated he is glad this
proposal addresses so many of the city goals and he will support it.
Councilmember Mavity stated she will support this project, while noting she does
understand the neighborhood concerns. She stated the current guided use is what the
development proposes, and it is also consistent with the city’s 2040 vision. She added
the project supports green communities and is aligned with what the city is committed
to. She suggested there might be ways to manage the traffic between Golden Valley and
St. Louis Park, by creating some one ways and improvements as needed. She does not
like the parking on the first floor, but does like the design that anticipates future
development, so she can live with that. She added the council will need to be clear this
is not the kind of design that is desired in the city.
Councilmember Mavity noted concerns about light pollution and stated there were also
complaints at Fresh Thyme on Excelsior Boulevard, but the owners made corrections
after the fact. She stated she would ask the developer of this project to make
adjustments on the north side related to lighting, so it is minimized in this single-family
neighborhood.
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Councilmember Kraft added he supports the project as well but does understand the
concerns residents addressed. He noted traffic is one such concern but added it does
not seem this development will significantly increase traffic, in light of the study
conducted. He is glad the city is working with Golden Valley on the cut through at
Natchez Avenue, and encouraged staff to review the three-way stop at Quentin and
Cedar Lake Road as well. He stated the size of the building is a concern; however, it does
still fit the guidance of the area. He stated he will support the project as it would help
the city meet its rental needs and reduce upward price pressure.
Councilmember Kraft stated it is a thoughtful development and he is impressed with the
environmental component including the solar array on the parking structure. He added
he is happy to see the affordable housing component as well. He would also support
improvements on biking and sidewalks, and he is happy that Mr. Crowe is from St. Louis
Park as well.
Councilmember Harris stated this project is an example of taking a smaller development
and maximizing an opportunity. She supports the density of the project and
thoughtfulness of the ecological design, walking/biking and affordability is also
appropriate. She stated she would rather see it as 4-5 levels vs. 6 levels, but the
amenities balance it out and she will support the project.
Councilmember Mohamed stated overall she is in agreement with the project and
agreed with Councilmember Brausen’s points on demand for rental property in St. Louis
Park, as housing is so expensive in the city, and this will address that issue. She added
she would have appreciated more affordability in the project, but it meets the
requirements of the city, so she is grateful for that.
Councilmember Rog asked about the rent for the non-affordable units. Mr. Crowe
stated the rents will be 7% lower than at the West End residential units currently.
Councilmember Rog asked what the maximum occupancy in the one-bedroom units is.
Mr. Crowe stated two people.
Councilmember Rog stated she still has concerns about the notification and timing of
the project from the city to residents, adding the city can do better at that, so neighbors
feel better about the process. She noted that she acknowledges the 6-story building will
have a negative effect on the area, but she is glad to see this blighted property proposed
for development, and is happy about the tree preservation, affordability, and mitigation
for the neighbors.
With regard to affordability, Councilmember Rog stated while the project complies with
the city’s policy, at the same time, the West End has the most expensive rents in the
metro area. She stated in the future, the city can do better on this, adding St. Louis Park
does not need to have 90% luxury apartments. She added it will be important to think
about the kind of impression the city wants to give developers, on what the city wants
to see from developers, along with ensuring the size of units comply with affordable
housing requirements.
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Councilmember Rog stated she would like to see more traffic calming measures, adding
if the light ordinance allows for problem areas within the city, this might need to be
revisited.
Mayor Spano stated he will support the project as well, and thinks the project is a good
step in the right direction. He stated he would want greater affordability and
acknowledges the sustainability aspects of the project. He understands the issue with
lighting, adding he hopes the developer will respect the residents’ wishes here, and
make changes, similar to what Fresh Thyme and Methodist Hospital did, as members of
a resident neighborhood.
Mayor Spano stated residents noted there are no sidewalks in the neighborhood, and
suggested the city reach out to Golden Valley to discuss their interests in installing
sidewalks in this area, working together to support infrastructure in that area.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Mavity, to adopt
Resolution No. 20-071 approving the amendments to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
Future Land Use Plan Map, as well as related figures, tables and text.
The motion passed 7-0.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to
adopt Resolution No. 20-072 approving the preliminary and final plat for Cedar Place
Addition; adopt Resolution No. 20-073 rescinding Resolutions 1953 and 1988 relating to
property located at 5005 Old Cedar Lake Road; and, approving the first reading of an
ordinance adding Section 36-268-PUD 16 to the zoning code and amending the zoning
map from R-C high-density multiple-family residence to PUD 16, and set the second
reading for April 20, 2020.
The motion passed 7-0.
9. Communications
Mr. Harmening stated the city website has daily updates on COVID-19.
Mayor Spano stated he has been doing a video also on Tuesdays and Fridays for residents to
view, which has generated many questions. He thanked staff for answering these questions
quickly on social media.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Minutes: 3b
Unofficial minutes
City council study session
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
March 30, 2020
The meeting convened at 6:30 p.m.
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Rachel Harris, Larry Kraft, Anne
Mavity, Nadia Mohamed, and Margaret Rog.
Councilmembers absent: none.
Staff present: City Manager (Mr. Harmening), CFO (Mr. Simon), CIO (Mr. Pires), Police Chief
Harcey, Fire Chief Koering, Building and Energy Director (Mr. Hoffman), Director of Operations
and Recreation (Ms. Walsh), Engineering Director (Ms. Heiser), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick),
Deputy City Manager/Human Resources Director (Ms. Deno), Director of Community
Development (Ms. Barton), Racial Equity Manager (Ms. Sojourner), Communications Manager
(Ms. Smith), Senior Management Analyst (Ms. Solano), and Recording Secretary (Ms. Pappas).
Guests: None
1. Covid-19 Update
Staff provided an update to the council on the current state of the Covid-19 pandemic including
reports from: Fire, Police, Operations/Recreation, Finance, Human Resources, Racial Equity,
Inclusion and Outreach, Engineering, Community Development, Information Resources,
Building and Energy and other general administration topics.
Fire Chief Koering stated he serves as the Emergency Management Coordinator during the
pandemic. He stated the city continues to operate at a level 4, which has been working very
well. He noted the pandemic plan and emergency operations center are run in a virtual
environment, and the operational plan is set up 1 week in advance. There are goals, strategic
objectives, and a structured plan to meet within the 1-week timeframe. He added that city
directors are part of the planning process and stated the care coordinator is the liaison for
every senior facility in the city. She is in contact daily with each facility, to stay ahead of the
virus getting into these populations. He pointed out there are currently no incidences of COVID-
19 in any of the St. Louis Park senior facilities.
Fire Chief Koering added he is in daily contact with STEP, Park Nicollet Health Services, and Park
Nicollet Foundation. Mr. Harmening is in contact with the chamber of commerce, while Ms.
Sojourner stays in touch with the historically underserved populations in St. Louis Park, making
sure there are no gaps and looking for resources.
Fire Chief Koering stated Mr. Harmening sees the weekly action plan and signs off on it each
week. He also noted a daily activity log is kept, in order to keep track of any costs associated
with Covid-19 work, so as to keep a record for FEMA in order to receive reimbursements. They
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are also tracking PPE for public safely needs, and to recover costs from FEMA. He stated as this
all evolves, there may be a need for volunteers, donations, and the emergency plan will also
look at how to approach this.
Councilmember Kraft asked what FEMA reimburses to cities. Chief Koering explained anything
related to COVID-19 that is above normal expenditure is documented, tracked, and submitted
to FEMA for reimbursement.
Councilmember Kraft asked how the city is doing so far on needs and tracking costs. Chief
Koering stated the city is doing fine, doing a great job of planning and taking care of city needs.
He added there is a number of growing community needs as well, such as food shelf needs and
growing concerns on utility and rent bills. He noted as things move along, there will be a path to
county and state resources to help with these needs.
Councilmember Rog thanked the Fire Chief and staff for all they are doing, adding she is
appreciative of the work both fire and police are involved in with the Orthodox Jewish
community. She asked if any fire or police staff are in isolation or quarantine. Chief Koering
stated not at this time.
Councilmember Rog asked Chief Koering about the rec center being set aside as potential
hospital space for Methodist Hospital. Chief Koering stated this was discussed earlier on when
looking at potential city space for surge capacity at Methodist Hospital, for non COVID-19
patients. He noted this is a proactive preparedness measure, and if the space were needed, the
ice could be removed quickly in order to house patients. He added the emergency management
team continues to be in discussions with Park Nicollet on this issue.
Councilmember Rog asked if the city is secure on PPE at this time. Chief Koering stated while
there is a shortage across the US at this time of PPE, the fire department has a good inventory
in place for their staff, which was left from the past, careful planning, and ordering ahead. He
added the fire department continues to monitor the CDC and MHD guidelines for safety of
firefighters.
Councilmember Rog asked if this PPE supports Methodist Hospital at all. Chief Koering stated
no, Park Nicollet Foundation (PNF) is conducting a PPE drive at their 3900 Building location on
Excelsior Avenue and collecting PPE that goes to the MN Healthcare Consortium, where it is
shared across the entire healthcare system in Minnesota.
Councilmember Rog asked what other types of donations are currently needed in St. Louis Park.
Chief Koering stated food and cash donations are needed for STEP and later, volunteers will be
needed after the appropriate PPE is acquired.
Councilmember Rog stated she was pleased to hear this and looks forward to safe ways for
people to volunteer. Chief Koering added staff is working with the city’s volunteer coordinator
to develop a list of volunteers, and residents can email the chief to be added to the list.
Mayor Spano noted STEP does have sufficient food for the next two weeks and will accept cash
donations.
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Councilmember Mavity stated she wants to be sure everything is being communicated to
residents, so they hear about something, before they see it happening. Chief Koering stated
communication with citizens will continue at all times, no matter what the incident.
Councilmember Harris asked if the city is looking at where we are as compared to rest of the
world and also where residents think we are and what is that. Chief Koering stated the police
and fire departments are meeting people where they live, and getting feedback from them,
while measuring all of this against what we are hearing in the news and in the world. He stated
it seems in St. Louis Park, it does not feel as chaotic as in other places. While people are scared
and apprehensive, they do feel the city is staying ahead of this and doing a great job.
Councilmember Harris asked if the Good to be Home Program could be used for follow-up, or a
virtual meeting for mental health and well-being. Chief Koering stated Good to be Home and
CERT would not be appropriate as the folks who follow-up are not trained appropriately for
COVID-19. He added Good to be Home and CERT visits add value, but are not a good fit right
now, create another entry point, and possible exposure.
Mayor Spano asked what tool is in place in the structured incident management plan for longer
term planning, like a month or two months ahead. Chief Koering stated the incident action plan
is guided for weeklong preparations and outside of that is work the directors and Mr.
Harmening are doing.
Mayor Spano asked how the team is doing emotionally, and how is morale currently. He noted
where there is a high risk and high demand situation, it can wear on people overtime, and he
asked staff to keep this in mind. Chief Koering stated the process and structure brings calm to
the situation, and everyone has been accepting of the framework. He added the team is
concerned but is working together very well.
Chief Harcey stated the police took immediate steps to isolate patrols and shifts while having
the minimum number of investigators working in the office, while others are working from
home. He added the police department front desk is open.
Chief Harcey added much work has been done with dispatch, and Edina will be back up if
needed, along with Hennepin County. He noted they have a good plan in place to continue
operations no matter what staffing levels are. He stated police are seeing calls for service at
average, and police are no longer responding to upper respiratory or flu symptoms as fire is
now handling all of this. He added there is a small increase in domestic disturbances, and
increase in auto thefts, while there has been an increase in burglaries across Hennepin County.
Chief Harcey added police are doing extra patrolling at religious institutions that are empty
now, and construction sites, and the police received a lot of questions about the Governor’s
executive order. He stated they are responding to these questions and on social media as well.
Ms. Walsh stated signs have been added in all 52 park areas, encouraging distancing. Park
structures have been closed and maintenance staff is running different shifts, so they maintain
zero interaction with each other. All programming and events at the nature center have been
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cancelled until May 15 for now, and the skate park and basketball courts are being monitored.
She added there is much concern for the areas where kids are congregating. Skate parks are still
open at this time and can remain open if they don’t get overcrowded. She stated staff is
monitoring the situation.
Councilmember Kraft noted in Edina, there are challenges with folks gathering, and Edina has
issued a strong warning that they will enforce the misdemeanor. He asked if St. Louis Park is
seeing the same kind of issues with gathering. Chief Harcey stated the Hennepin County chiefs
have discussed this and everyone is on same page, with enforcement being a last option. He
added this is voluntary compliance at this time.
Councilmember Mohamed stated with the weather getting nicer and youth gathering at the
park, it is a concern and also is a misdemeanor crime. She asked Chief Harcey to review the fine
and process. Chief Harcey stated the misdemeanor crime is 90 days in jail and $1,000 fine.
Councilmember Mohamed added there is a lot of misinformation on the stay at home orders
and asked for clarification. Chief Harcey stated the Governor’s office issued an executive order
for all citizens to stay at home, while 7 businesses and 35 job classifications that are exempt. He
suggested folks look at the Governor’s website or call the police department for more
information.
Mr. Harmening added there is nothing in the Governor’s order about not walking or exercising
but if people are congregating it’s an issue, and they must stay 6 feet apart.
Councilmember Rog stated there will need to be messaging on the city’s stance on this and with
people at parks, where to report sightings of congregating. She asked if the city phone app
might be appropriate to notify about congregating. She added she is getting lots of questions
from residents on this.
Mr. Harmening noted that this has been a difficult question, adding that Edina has taken a more
stringent line and actions, like fencing off park equipment, and not using fields and park
facilities. He stated St. Louis Park can do some things to help lower congregating at parks, like
putting fences around the skatepark and obstacles in it to make it harder for someone to use.
Likewise, he added, all rims can be removed from basketball courts, and they can also be
fenced in. He added, however, the police will not arrest for congregating. But if the council has
guidance on this or if the city should be more proactive or stringent, they can direct this.
Councilmember Rog stated she is not in favor of fencing in the park equipment. She asked if
residents should call police if they see congregating. Mr. Harmening stated yes, they can call
police on the non-emergency line.
Chief Harcey noted the police non-emergency phone number is 952-924-2618.
Councilmember Rog asked for some type of messaging on this to residents. She added she is
concerned about the increase in domestic incidents. Chief Harcey stated there have been no
arrests, and no domestic assaults, but the police work closely with Cornerstone and can get
information out on social media about Cornerstone’s services.
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Mayor Spano added that distancing is a concern and when kids are done with spring break, they
may be more compliant.
Councilmember Harris asked if there is a city liaison who communicates with Perspectives
about the uptick in verbal incidents. Chief Harcey stated there is a liaison that works with
Perspectives, but there are no reports of increases at this time.
Councilmember Harris added with regard to social distancing, perhaps the schools can help to
get the message out to parents as well. Mr. Harmening stated staff is in communication with
the school district ongoing and will follow up on this idea.
Councilmember Brausen stated he has no issue at all with occasional group of kids getting
together in the parks, adding he does not want to become a police state. He stated there is no
perfect system to keep this issue in check, and the city is doing a good job of spreading the
message about social distancing. He stated kids will congregate and a certain percentage will
not comply, but if the vast majority do comply, we are doing our part to flatten the curve.
Mayor Spano agreed it is a challenge, adding that Edina is taking a more aggressive stance.
However, it is not more than strong words at this point. He stated in speaking with Edina Mayor
Hovland, they are instituting counter clockwise movement on walking trails. He added he
agrees broadly with the approach Police Chief Harcey is taking.
Mr. Harmening noted also that Chief Harcey is working with the skateboarder’s social media
page in getting the social distancing information out.
Councilmember Mavity stated she agrees with Councilmember Brausen on this issue and as
long as the police are handling this issue, she does not support escalating in any way. She added
it might be helpful to create social media that is humorous, or a contest, that would appeal to
folks about social distancing.
Department updates
Mr. Simon stated finance has been planning for COVID impacts, and not waiting until June to do
planning and analysis, while also working to stay in front of the issue. He stated staff and the
team is engaged, doing sensitivity analysis, and looking at impacts currently.
Mr. Simon added staff is looking at recreation programs, and other outstanding expenses to
help mitigate, as well as looking at building permits, tracking property taxes, and possible
effects of delayed payment. He stated they are also reviewing capital expenditures and the
bond market, noting that with interest rates so low, there is not a demand for municipal bonds
currently. He stated they are also tracking costs for potential reimbursements and working
closely with department directors on what can be delayed. Mr. Simon stated the council will be
kept apprised and there will be more to come.
Ms. Deno stated Mr. Bultema is currently working with Hennepin County on property values,
while Ms. Kennedy is working as the assistant to Chief Koering, as well as on elections and
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records. Ms. Solano is working with boards and commissions, while Ms. Sojourner is working on
outreach, and Ms. Timpone continues her focus on city employees, support, families, and
helping set up staff to work from home. Employee communications include daily meetings and
updates with Mr. Harmening and keeping business going, while supporting staff well-being.
Ms. Sojourner stated while the total community is extremely important, they are focusing on
the historically underserved, reaching out, and connecting. She is connecting with stakeholders
who work with those groups and neighborhood associations, on a weekly basis and with other
racial equity folks in other cities. She noted St. Louis Park is a bit ahead of the curve.
Ms. Sojourner stated she is hearing there is a huge fear of contracting COVID, personal
economic challenges, job loss, rent, electricity, food shortage, concern about children and
youth, distance learning, and keeping kids busy. She added there is an increase of concern for
the mental health for both youth and parents.
Ms. Sojourner added she’s had calls from community members who are undocumented and
have less resources, and who may not have access to certain food shelves, are worried about
getting tested, or no access to the stimulus package.
Ms. Sojourner stated Ramadan starts at the end of April and she has heard a lot of people
concerned about their celebrations. They are also working on getting messages out about
completing the 2020 census. She stated there are concerns of anti-Asian racism and
xenophobia, and staff is monitoring this, although nothing has been heard on this yet.
Messages are going out on social media to folks about how to get help if they are experiencing
any racism issues.
Ms. Heiser stated the Governor’s order identifies construction as critical and essential work.
She stated staff will finish pavement management projects, as well as sanitary sewer lining,
curb and gutter projects, Bridgewater Bank, and the Dakota Bridge bikeway. She added some
construction staff is working from home and some on site with physical distancing. She stated
they will not engage any projects for 2021 at this time.
Ms. Barton stated all of her staff is working from home except one, who is at Hamilton House.
She noted the Governor has suspended all eviction actions in the state and information has
been distributed to property owners to waive late fees and work with renters. She stated St.
Louis Park is doing this as well with all public housing. All voucher and public housing tenants
are able to get rent reductions whether or not their situation is COVID-related.
Ms. Barton stated $108,000 has been allocated to STEP for rent assistance and COVID-related
rent assistance and can be used by one household for 3 months in a row. She added staff has
sent information to residents about resources available to them and is asking owners to also
share this information with residents as well.
Related to business assistance, Ms. Barton stated staff has a robust list of assistance for small
businesses on the city website, and the city has suspended all enforcement actions related to
temporary signs for small business. She added staff will mail a postcard to all businesses in the
city notifying them of resources and leading them to the city website and also to a staff contact.
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She added staff will also call all St. Louis Park businesses to tell them about resources, and ask
how the city can help them, while also directing them to the city website. She noted staff will
continue with all planning and zoning as well through WebEx and zoom conferencing.
Mr. Pires stated technology has worked on deployment for employees working remotely and
also began staggering staff to have them work different shifts and distanced from others. He
added technology staff offers remote support and responds to help desk calls.
Mr. Pires noted staff and council will be using WebEx as the tool future meetings. Regular
council meetings will continue to be live streamed on Channel 17. He stated the first council
meeting by WebEx will be held April 6, and the public hearing component will be added to the
April 15 meeting.
Mr. Pires stated the city has a dedicated webpage for COVID-19 and is working with other city
departments to publicize cancelled events. He added his staff is also working collaboratively
with other cities.
Mr. Hoffman stated the Governor’s order allows continuing of inspections and permits, adding
he has inspectors work both on site and is exploring doing video inspections as well. He stated
inspectors are using PPE if necessary and all rental and business inspections have been stopped,
with only essential ones being conducted, related to real estate and sales.
Mr. Hoffman added the sustainability staff is working from home, and facilities and
maintenance staff are disinfecting buildings, and wiping down surfaces to reduce
contamination. He added maintenance staff is on rotating shifts as well.
Councilmember Kraft asked how much of the city’s budget is at risk, and what is the best-case
scenario. Mr. Simon stated the directors are finalizing numbers currently, and it will be
presented to Mr. Harmening soon. He stated there may be budget amendments, and after
more data is available, staff will be able to make estimates.
Councilmember Kraft asked what happened with tax delinquencies in 2008. Mr. Simon stated
he will look into that, but noted tax payments come in throughout the year, and even if late,
will still be coming in.
Councilmember Mohamed stated it is important for the city to be sympathetic for people’s
struggles. She asked how lenient the city will be with utility payments and rents. Ms. Barton
stated at city-owned properties, in public housing units, the city will work with tenants on
payment plans, and adjusting rents, as well as paying renter’s utilities. She added they are
encouraging owners to also work with renters on waiving fees and providing rent assistance for
3 months through STEP.
Councilmember Mohamed asked what the city is recommending related to Ramadan, as it can
get overly crowded during the celebrations. She noted many residents will go to Minnetonka
and Minneapolis mosques for the celebrations. Ms. Sojourner stated staff is watching and
waiting on Ramadan currently, and educating the Islamic communities, as well as all faith
communities, about social distancing.
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Councilmember Rog asked if there are any updates on election planning. Ms. Deno stated Ms.
Kennedy is in touch with Hennepin County and the Secretary of State’s office and there is more
to come on this related to what is decided on various levels.
Councilmember Rog asked if there would be an extra cost to the city if we change the way our
elections are done. Ms. Deno stated it would depend on whether there were more mailings
involved, and noted Ms. Kennedy is gathering information and will advise on this soon.
Councilmember Rog asked if the city is taking direction from the Governor and President,
putting the stay at home orders out to April 30, and if the city is looking at 30 days or more.
Chief Koering stated he does not have an answer to that but would expect the Governor to
extend the stay at home orders to the end of April, or into May.
Councilmember Rog asked how city businesses are doing, if take out is going well for
restaurants, and if any layoffs have occurred. Ms. Barton stated some restaurants have had to
let staff go, while some are doing curbside delivery. She noted Punchbowl Social laid off their
entire staff and pointed out statistics from DEED will be 2 months behind.
Councilmember Mavity stated the plans of the finance department make sense and the city
should continue forward as outlined. She stated the city will have revenue and higher costs,
which is cause for concern, especially when hearing health insurance costs might go up 40%
next year. She stated they will need to think hard about what that will mean for the city and
need to consider not raising taxes next year.
Councilmember Mavity added the city might need to put some discretionary costs on hold and
be extra cautious. She added the council will need to think hard on what priorities will be, while
there will not be as much flexibility as in the past.
Councilmember Mavity stated in terms of community development, and with unemployment
claims, if 20-40% of folks cannot pay rent, that impacts housing availability, and tenants will
ultimately be responsible for rent that is not paid. She added more community block grant
funding will be available and the state may do something, but for folks who are not receiving
vouchers now, they don’t have a safety net.
Councilmember Mavity noted the city will need to educate tenants they still need to pay rent,
as well as work with landlords on payment structures for renters. She added in the end, there
could be massive buildings in the city that will foreclose, with others coming in to purchase
them.
Councilmember Mavity stated it will be important to communicate that the city is open for
business, and that the city wants developers to be doing projects in St. Louis Park, which would
be helpful to the city’s economy. She added this is a time to think about how to do the city’s
work differently, resources and planning.
Councilmember Harris stated this is a marathon, not a sprint, and is a very unusual time. She
stated our focus should be on our departments, our staff, across teams, and the underserved.
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She added she would like to see a renewed focus on communication conveying St. Louis Park is
a “people first” community, and to share in Park Perspectives how we are connecting with the
underserved, working on reducing costs, and thinking about residents who are newly
unemployed. She added this will be important and valuable in the coming months and will
provide a connection for folks to reach out to the city in ways they haven’t in the past.
Councilmember Harris asked about postponement of projects to 2021 and if those are non-
essential projects, she is inclined to hold off. She added the city may want to hold off on
bikeways and sidewalks for 1 year and asked how folks are being notified about rental
adjustments. Ms. Barton stated all tenants in public housing or who have housing vouchers
were sent direct mailings from the city on the process and resources. She added if residents
know they have a change in income they may notify staff and their rent will be adjusted
accordingly.
Councilmember Harris stated she was glad to hear that $108,000 will go to STEP and asked if
this will provide a stop gap for STEP. Ms. Barton stated this is the number STEP provided to the
city, which would cover a 4-month period. She stated the city will continue to evaluate this with
STEP over time, and the amount will increase, if needed.
Councilmember Harris stated she is concerned folks don’t know to go to STEP if they need help
and asked how folks can become aware. Ms. Barton stated the city has sent letters and emails
to all property owners in the city telling them about the resources and asking them to tell their
renters as well. It has also been added on social media and in Park Perspectives.
Councilmember Harris asked if the two affordable housing projects, in the former Prince of
Peace location and at UCC, will still move forward. Ms. Barton stated UCC is fast-tracking their
project and moving ahead with Project for Pride in Living. She stated the Common Bond project
with Prince of Peace will happen further in the future.
Councilmember Brausen thanked staff for all their work, and stated he is not going to ask staff
to speculate on the future. He did ask if potholes are getting fixed. Ms. Walsh stated yes and to
let her know if any problem potholes need filling.
Councilmember Brausen asked if the Dakota Bridge project is in danger of losing federal funds.
Ms. Heiser stated the project is on track and staff will continue to monitor it.
Councilmember Brausen added he appreciates Mr. Simon and staff’s forward thinking on the
budget and the communications area is doing a great job. He asked Ms. Smith if more press
releases could be sent to the Sun Sailor so they know we are open for business and where to
get help around town. He stated he is proud of the city’s effort in all of this.
Councilmember Mohamed added St. Louis Park is far ahead of what other cities are doing
around the nation, in these uncertain times. She stated she was glad for this update and that
things were put in perspective for her, adding she is glad to be part of this city. She commented
that she has been laid off, and half of her family was laid off, and they don’t know what will
happen, but she thanked staff for their hard work, and hopes everyone can make it through this
together.
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Mayor Spano stated he has been assured that SWLRT will continue to move forward with no
problem. He agreed that the city is only one month into this and while it is good to plan related
to financial impacts, he doesn’t think decisions should be made for next year as yet.
Mayor Spano added he will send a resource list to Ms. Sojourner and Mr. Harmening related to
what other cities are doing, and he will share this with the council as well.
Mayor Spano thanked Ms. Barton and staff for calling every business in the city and for their
tremendous level of service. He asked Mr. Mattick if he is hearing about any emerging legal
issues at this point. Mr. Mattick stated he has seen a lot of labor issues at this point, and some
issues on planning and zoning, with the 60-day rule, but nothing else yet.
Mayor Spano asked if Ms. Barton is on the calls with DEED. Ms. Barton stated she is, and Mr.
Harmening is also. Mayor Spano noted the website Criticalsectors@state.mn.us where folks can
sign-up if they want to be on list of essential business.
Communications/meeting check-in (verbal)
Mr. Harmening stated he will want the council to discuss understanding what the city’s focus
and priorities should be right now, in terms of business. He stated at the April 13 meeting there
will be another update on COVID.
Councilmember Rog commended Ms. Smith for the city’s excellent communications and social
media postings. She asked how the council can best be of service to the community now.
Mr. Harmening stated the council has been incredibly supportive over the last three weeks, and
staff truly appreciates it so much. He stated the council is the eyes and ears of the community
and asked them to watch out for folks in their neighborhoods, which is very valuable.
Councilmember Kraft noted the number one issue in all of this is making sure folks in the
community have food and are able to handle their rental issues. He asked if it is necessary for
staff to do another COVID update to the council in two weeks.
Mayor Spano stated he views this report as a necessary pit stop and getting an update is
important for the council.
Mr. Harmening added staff needs to give council the full picture on how this is being handled
from an operations perspective, and how the city is working to stay ahead of this. He noted the
next report will be more big-picture, but that depends on what happens in the next two weeks.
The meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4a
Executive summary
Title: Approval of city disbursements
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is
considered essential business and is categorized as a Required Action**
•Motion to accept for filing city disbursement claims for the period of March 28, through
April 24, 2020.
Policy consideration: Does the city council desire to approve city disbursements in
accordance with Section 6.11 – Disbursements – How Made, of the City’s Charter?
Summary: The Finance Division prepares this report on a monthly basis for the city council to
review and approve. The attached reports show both City disbursements paid by physical
check and those by wire transfer or Automated Clearing House (ACH) when applicable.
Financial or budget considerations: Review and approval of the information follows the city’s
charter and provides another layer of oversight to further ensure fiscal stewardship.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: City disbursements
Prepared by: Kari Mahan, accounting clerk
Reviewed by: Tim Simon, chief financial officer
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
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Amount
ObjectVendorBU Description
111.80 EARL F ANDERSEN INC DAMAGE REPAIR SMALL TOOLS
111.80
1,246.613D SPECIALTIES INC.DAMAGE REPAIR OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
1,246.61
295.91A-1 OUTDOOR POWER INC TREE MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
295.91
900.00ACACIA ARCHITECTS LLC MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
900.00
22,283.53ACCELA INC #774375 TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
22,283.53
46.50ACCOUNTEMPSWATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
46.50SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
46.50SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
46.50STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
186.00
30,694.00ACE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS, INC. PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
345.00REC CENTER BUILDING MAINTENANCE
1,436.85REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
988.35REC CENTER BUILDING EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
33,464.20
654.76ACME TOOLS DAMAGE REPAIR SMALL TOOLS
654.76
2,500.00ACROSS THE STREET PRODUCTIONS OPERATIONS TRAINING
2,500.00
495.60ACTION FASTENINGS INC INSTALLATION OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
495.60
45.00ADDONIZIO KRISTEN DANCE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
45.00
2,555.00ADELMANN JACKIE COMM & MARKETING G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2,555.00
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21,393.23ADVANCED ENG & ENVIRONMENTAL SRVCS INC WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
21,393.21SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
21,393.20STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
64,179.64
4,329.00AEM FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS, LLC.FINANCE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
721.50WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
721.50SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
721.50SOLID WASTE G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
721.50STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
7,215.00
560.00ALL CITY ELEVATOR INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
560.00
645.00ALLIANCE MECH SRVCS INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
2,470.00MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
5,052.00PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
8,167.00
2,613.30ALLSTREAMIT G & A TELEPHONE
2,613.30
222.15-AMERECT, INC.GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
4,443.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
4,220.85
214.00AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION WATER UTILITY G&A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
214.00
18.00AMOS LAURIE PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
18.00
1,185.47ANCHOR SCIENTIFIC INC STORM WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
1,185.47
59.26ANDERSON HANNA FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
59.26
40.63ANDREINI MAGAN BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
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40.63
4.00ANDRESS MARGO PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
4.00
1.00APPLIANCE CONNECTIONS BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
65.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A ELECTRICAL
66.00
379.56APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGIES VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
379.56
2,807.59ASPEN MILLS OPERATIONS UNIFORMS
2,807.59
422.50ASSOCIATED CLINIC OF PSYCHOLOGY FACILITY ROOM RENTAL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
422.50
66.51AT&T MOBILITY CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.OFFICE EQUIPMENT
66.51
1,800.98ATIR ELECTRIC CORPORATION FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
1,800.98
97.76AUTOWASH SYSTEMS INC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
97.76
47,686.00AX TC INDUSTRIAL III L.P.RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
47,686.00
127.00BACON ASHLY PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
480.00BARNA, GUZY & STEFFEN LTD HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
480.00
120.00BARTO SARAH WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
120.00
10.00BARTON SAND & GRAVEL CO TREE MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10.00
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279.30BECKER ARENA PRODUCTS UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
279.30
2,167.50BERGERSON CASWELL INC WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
2,167.50
219.17BESSNER LORI GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
219.17
5,000.00BIALON NICHOLAS ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
5,000.00
503.94BLACKBURN MFG. CO WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
503.94
127.00BLODGETT ERIC PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
239.94BLUE TARP FINANCIAL INC ROUTINE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT PARTS
239.94
4.00BOHMANN KIRA SPECIAL EVENTS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
25.00FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
156.00
65.00BOHROD JODI BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
65.00BOLAND AMANDA BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
20.00BOLINGER JACOB OPERATIONS TRAINING
20.00
50.00BORMANN REBECCA BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
452.72BOUND TREE MEDICAL, LLC POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,707.65OPERATIONSOPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
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2,160.37
866.92BRAEMAR CITY OF LAKES FSC ICE RENTAL NON-TAXABLE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
866.92
60.00BREDENBERG, JASON BLDG & ENERGY G & A LICENSES
60.00
127.00BREKKE DEBBIE PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
65.00BROXEY DANIELLE BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
432.50BUSINESS ESSENTIALS COMM & MARKETING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
432.50
45.00BUTTERFIELD ABBI FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
45.00
2,964.00CALHOUN TOWERS LLC OPERATIONS RADIO COMMUNICATIONS
2,964.00
300.00CAMPUZANO EMELINA PARK BUILDINGS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
300.00
1,901.73CANON FINANCIAL IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,901.73
8,332.00CARE RESOURCE CONNECTION OPERATIONS GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
8,332.00
16,879.52CARGILL, INC.SANDING/SALTING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
16,879.52
6,877.15CDW GOVERNMENT INC TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
6,877.15
7,814.43CENTERPOINT ENERGY FACILITY OPERATIONS HEATING GAS
119.19SEWER UTILITY G&A HEATING GAS
5,431.74REC CENTER BUILDING HEATING GAS
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13,365.36
5,210.00CENTRAL PENSION FUND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT OTHER RETIREMENT
5,210.00
261.60CENTURY LINK CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.TELEPHONE
261.60
127.00CHAFFEE BRITNEY PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
450.00CHEF MARSHALL O'BRIEN LLC OPERATIONS TRAINING
450.00
500.00CHUXLARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE GENERAL SUPPLIES
563.50REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,063.50
96.40CINTAS CORPORATION FACILITIES MCTE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
197.24FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
506.89WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
19.56REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
203.98VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,024.07
158.28CITIZENS INDEPENDENT BANK GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
214.70GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET CLEARING ACCOUNT
715.18ADMINISTRATION G & A SALARIES - TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES
501.60ADMINISTRATION G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
8.25ADMINISTRATION G & A POSTAGE
384.00ADMINISTRATION G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
4,775.40ADMINISTRATION G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
409.80ADMINISTRATION G & A TRAVEL/MEETINGS
923.53ADMINISTRATION G & A MEETING EXPENSE
547.70RACE EQUITY & INCLUSION G&A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
68.85RACE EQUITY & INCLUSION G&A MEETING EXPENSE
4.23HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL SUPPLIES
545.91HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
60.68HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
156.77HUMAN RESOURCES ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
912.00HUMAN RESOURCES RECOGNITION
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743.94HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING
4.96IT G & A TRAINING
39.00ASSESSING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
280.00FINANCE G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
30.00FINANCE G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
75.26COMM DEV PLANNING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
98.00COMM DEV PLANNING G & A TRAINING
595.02FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
640.00FACILITIES MCTE G & A TRAINING
90.45POLICE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
37.62POLICE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
2,214.77POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
50.00POLICE G & A OFFICE EQUIPMENT
313.00POLICE G & A POLICE EQUIPMENT
204.20POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
46.55POLICE G & A POSTAGE
104.94POLICE G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
590.00POLICE G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
3,915.63POLICE G & A TRAINING
120.00POLICE G & A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
592.52POLICE G & A MEETING EXPENSE
49.99E-911 PROGRAM OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
111.75OPERATIONSGENERAL SUPPLIES
403.65OPERATIONSFIRE PREVENTION SUPPLIES
929.45OPERATIONSOPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,914.09OPERATIONSSMALL TOOLS
154.96OPERATIONSPROTECTIVE CLOTHING
41.85OPERATIONSREPAIRS
13.97OPERATIONSSUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
1,724.58OPERATIONSTRAINING
4,947.07OPERATIONSSEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
40.18SUSTAINABILITY G&A TRAINING
30.00SUSTAINABILITY G&A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
19.33ENGINEERING G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
26.95ENGINEERING G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
62.64PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
17.18PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A MEETING EXPENSE
470.44ROUTINE MAINTENANCE LICENSES
25.00TRAININGSEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
885.12CABLE TV G & A OTHER
63.70CABLE TV G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
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792.47WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
660.00WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
29.50WATER UTILITY G&A TRAINING
321.00SEWER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
174.67SOLID WASTE G&A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
75.00STORM WATER UTILITY G&A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
1,000.35MUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
14.60ORGANIZED REC G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
959.84ORGANIZED REC G & A TRAINING
1,000.00ADULT PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
607.30LITTLE TOT PLAYTIME ADVERTISING
1,796.34LARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE GENERAL SUPPLIES
267.38LARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE ADVERTISING
13.97PARK MAINTENANCE G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
200.00PARK MAINTENANCE G & A TRAINING
139.95PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
649.85PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
206.76NATURAL RESOURCES G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
450.00NATURAL RESOURCES G & A TRAINING
603.94WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
50.57FAMILY PROGRAMS GENERAL SUPPLIES
629.63REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,626.90REC CENTER BUILDING TRAINING
88.00AQUATIC PARK G & A POSTAGE
550.00VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A TRAINING
40.00VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTAT
100.00PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE TRAINING
949.01GENERAL REPAIR SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
47,101.67
850.00CITY OF ANNANDALE POLICE G & A TRAINING
850.00
254.00CLAPSHAW ERIC PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
254.00
1,180.55CLAREY'S SAFETY EQUIPMENT INC OPERATIONS TRAINING
1,180.55
139.00COHEN DIANA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
139.00
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13,884.42COLICH & ASSOCIATES ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL SERVICES
13,884.42
754.56COLLINS ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO WIRING REPAIR OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
776.70SYSTEM REPAIR OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,357.10UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
2,888.36
27.00COLLINS MARY FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
27.00
126.18COMCASTOPERATIONSEMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
106.34CABLE TV G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
29.47REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
261.99
50.70CONDIT-SHRESTHA KELLY DANCE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.70
3,042.88CORE & MAIN LP WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
3,042.88
2,571.00CORPORATE MECHANICAL REC CENTER BUILDING MAINTENANCE
7,841.09REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
10,412.09
30.00COSTCO WHOLESALE MEMBERSHIP PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
150.00ORGANIZED REC G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
120.00WESTWOOD G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
60.00AQUATIC PARK G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
360.00
2,758.40COUGHLIN, JUDY FITNESS PROGRAMS OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,758.40
10,970.00COVERALL OF THE TWIN CITIES FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10,970.00
365.56CROWN MARKING INC.COMM & MARKETING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
365.56
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5,836.20DALCO ENTERPRISES INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A CLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SUPPLY
5,836.20
127.00DAVENPORT KATE PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
127.00DAY CHRIS PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
485.31DELEGARD TOOL CO VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
485.31
60.00DENHAM MELISSA WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
60.00
34.98DENO NANCY FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
34.98
640.00DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES REC CENTER BUILDING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
640.00
30,979.75DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
30,979.75
8,983.99DEPT LABOR & INDUSTRY BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
8,983.99
629.36DH ATHLETICS LLC PARK GROUNDS MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
629.36
42,000.00DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATOR RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
42,000.00
127.00DOBBERKE KRISTIN PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
23,313.97DO-GOOD.BIZ INC COMM & MARKETING G & A POSTAGE
125.00COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
23,438.97
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127.00DREW MOLLY PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
21.00DRUCK ANNE MARIE PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
21.00
36.00DUNN ANGELA FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
36.00
930.00-EBERT CONSTRUCTION GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
18,600.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
17,670.00
267.75ECM PUBLISHERS INC ADMINISTRATION G & A LEGAL NOTICES
267.75
3,375.00EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC ESCROWS Dunn Brothers Coffee
2,325.00ESCROWSOPPIDAN - BALLY'S SITE
147.50ESCROWSPLACE
1,800.00ESCROWS
397.50BRIDGWALK HIA OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
632.50STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
8,677.50
290.93EMERGENCY APPARATUS MTNCE GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
290.93
323.57EMERGENCY AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGIES INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
19,103.61CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S INVENTORY
19,427.18
5,163.99ENTERPRISE FM TRUST EQUIP/VEHICLE REPLACEMENT RENTAL EQUIPMENT
5,163.99
65.00EPP SAWYER BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
21.00EWELL JULIA PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
21.00
458.04FACTORY MOTOR PARTS CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
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22.98VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
481.02
288.73FASTENAL COMPANY OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
118.42OPERATIONSPROTECTIVE CLOTHING
59.55INSTALLATIONOTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
209.36WATER UTILITY G&A SMALL TOOLS
169.66SEWER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
845.72
98.00FEDER JOEL TUESDAY TURTLES REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
98.00
6,213.94FERGUSON WATERWORKS WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
6,213.94
54.20FERRELLGASGENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
143.87ARENA MAINTENANCE MOTOR FUELS
198.07
32.00FESLER SARAH FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
32.00
837.91FINANCE & COMMERCE, INC.STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
837.91
140.27FIRST ADVANTAGE HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
140.27
278.00FISCHER NICOLE PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
278.00
60.00FISHER KATHRYNE WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
60.00
254.00FLEMING JESSICA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
254.00
187.50FLOYD TOTAL SECURITY SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
187.50
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59.26FONTAINE ANN FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
59.26
149.00FORKLIFTS OF MN INC.PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
149.00
65.00FOSTER, TRISH BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
225.00FRAASCH KARL GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
13.58FRATTALONE'S/ST. LOUIS PARK RELAMPING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
1.60REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
15.18
873.21FUN EXPRESS HOLIDAY PROGRAMS GENERAL SUPPLIES
873.21
1,225.75GALLS, LLC - DBA UNIFORMS UNLIMITED POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
1,225.75
50.00GAVIN BREE BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
8,691.00-GENERAL SHEET METAL COMPANY, LLC. GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
173,800.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
165,109.00
127.00GERBER ADRIA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
65.00GINNIS BRIDGET BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
73.00GLAESEMAN COURTNEY BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
73.00
50.00GLAPA SHAWN OPERATIONS TRAINING
50.00
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1.03GO PERMITS LLC BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
88.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
89.03
20.00GOLDBERGER EARL FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
5.00WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
25.00
127.00GOLDSTEN MICHELLE PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
3,500.00GOODPOINTE TECHNOLOGY INC PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,500.00
465.00GRAFIX SHOPPE CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S INVENTORY
465.00
1,303.99GRAINGER INC, WW FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,303.99
14,311.25GRANICUSCOMM & MARKETING G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
7,039.19CABLE TV G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
21,350.44
10.00GRAY CATHY ADULT PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
10.00
135.02GRAY DARIUS RACE EQUITY & INCLUSION G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
634.78RACE EQUITY & INCLUSION G&A MEETING EXPENSE
769.80
417.04GS DIRECT, INC.COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
417.04
210.00GUESEB BATE VOLLEYBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
210.00
920.55HACH CO WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
920.55
87.75HALLOCK COMPANY INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
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87.75
50.00HANGEBRAUCK KRISTIN BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
127.00HARRINGTON JENNY PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
199.00HAVISPOLICE G & A COMPUTER SUPPLIES
199.00
20,701.85HAWKINS INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
20,701.85
50.00HAYES KELLY BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
55.00HEALTHPARTNERSHUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1,087.00HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
1,142.00
52.00HEARTH & HOME TECHNOLOGIES BLDG & ENERGY G & A ELECTRICAL
60.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A MECHANICAL
112.00
696.00HENNEPIN COUNTY TREASURER IT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
4,203.80POLICE G & A JAIL/DETENTION SERVICES
2,482.92OPERATIONSRADIO COMMUNICATIONS
12.00HIA ADMIN OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
7,394.72
16,376.00HENNEPIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE POLICE G & A TRAINING
16,376.00
500.00HERBERT DEREK ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
500.00
254.00HERNANDEZ SHANNON PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
254.00
60.99HIRSHFIELDSMUNICIPAL BLDG IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
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60.99
21.00HITCHINGS ALEXIA PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
21.00
95.83HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
718.24WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
524.66PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
34.97PARK MAINTENANCE G & A SMALL TOOLS
111.89PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE BLDG/STRUCTURE SUPPLIES
23.02PARK GROUNDS MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
2.36PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT MAINTENAN GENERAL SUPPLIES
94.60REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
28.94VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,634.51
127.00HORTON CHELSEA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
65.00HOWARD STEVEN BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
5.00HUBMAYR YVONNE ADULT PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
5.00
8.00HUGHES CHARLENE SPECIAL EVENTS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00
50.00HULKE MANDY LARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
24.00HUMLICEK- SPINDLER GRIFFIN PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
24.00
118.14ICCBLDG & ENERGY G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
118.14
50.00ICE ERIC GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
50.00
25.00ICE SPORTS INDUSTRY INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
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25.00
1,409.00IDEAL SERVICE INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
1,409.00
2,080.00IMO CONSULTING GROUP, INC.STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2,080.00
725.12IMPACT PROVEN SOLUTIONS WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
725.12SEWER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
725.12SOLID WASTE G&A POSTAGE
725.12STORM WATER UTILITY G&A POSTAGE
2,900.48
1,172.37INDELCOWATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,172.37
8,400.00INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 283 RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
8,400.00
31.28INTERGRATED FIRE & SECURITY BLDG & ENERGY G & A ELECTRICAL
31.28
190.00INTL ASSOCIATION OF ARSON INVESTIGATORS OPERATIONS SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
190.00
32.66INVER GROVE FORD GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
32.66
742.50ISD 273 SCHOOLS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
742.50
184.88I-STATE TRUCK CENTER GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
184.88
525.00ITERIS INC PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
525.00
78.08J. H. LARSON CO.FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
75.32WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
114.11WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
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267.51
19.50JACHNYCKY FRANCIS FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
19.50
165.00JACK MCCLARD & ASSOCIATES VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
165.00
127.00JANS LEXIE PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
190.00JEFFERSON FIRE & SAFETY INC OPERATIONS SMALL TOOLS
2,326.30OPERATIONSPROTECTIVE CLOTHING
2,516.30
12.14JERRY'S HARDWARE POLICE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
35.21WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT PARTS
14.85LARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE GENERAL SUPPLIES
62.20
10.00KEIL KRISTOPHER PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
10.00
50.00KELLY ANNA BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
650.00KENNEDY & GRAVEN ESCROWS Dunn Brothers Coffee
480.00ESCROWSPLACE
1,750.00ESCROWS
2,880.00
8.00KENNEY JESSICA PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00
1,370.40KILLMER ELECTRIC CO INC UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
1,370.40
90,244.99KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATES, INC STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
7,979.98PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
5,288.57WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,346.48STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
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106,860.02
65.00KINNEBERG SARAH BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
50.00KISS SANDOR GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
50.00
50.00KLEFSAAS, MAGGIE BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
970.00KNO2, LLC.OPERATIONS GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
970.00
45.00KOZICKI EMILY DANCE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
45.00
18.00KRAEMER KATHLEEN FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
18.00
30.00KRAFT JESSICA WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
30.00
300.00KRAMER- JOHNSON JEAN GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
300.00
30.00KRESLINS KATHRYN WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
30.00
858.00KRISS PREMIUM PRODUCTS INC REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
858.00
56.00LAUMANN, JOHN WATER UTILITY G&A LICENSES
56.00
35.00LAZAR EMILY FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00PRESCHOOLREFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
43.00
4,470.75LEAGUE OF MN CITIES INSURANCE TRUST P&C UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
4,470.75
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8.00LEE ROBYN SPECIAL EVENTS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00
705.00LEGEND TECHNICAL SERVICES REILLY G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
705.00
50.00LENZMEIER JACOB LARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
21.00LESZAYOVA VERONIKA PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
21.00
35.00LEVINSON DANA WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
35.00
20.00LEVY JODY FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
20.00
450.38-LIFESAVER FIRE PROTECTION GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
9,007.60GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
8,557.22
725.00LIONSGATE ACADEMY FACILITY ROOM RENTAL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
725.00
1,182.53LITTLE FALLS MACHINE INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
1,182.53
1,618.07LOCKRIDGE GRINDAL NAUEN PLLP REILLY G & A LEGAL SERVICES
1,618.07
1,688.08LOFFLER COMPANIES IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
1,688.08
16.00LOFTNESS MAREN FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
16.00
37,483.00LOGISIT G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
3,976.25ASSESSING G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
750.00CABLE TV G & A CAPITAL REPLACEMENT FUND
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17,007.19TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
59,216.44
50.70LONSBURY KRISTIN DANCE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.70
225.00LOON ARCHITECTS MOVE-UP PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
225.00
1.00LOUIE'S PLUMBING CO.BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
65.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
66.00
50.00LUND JANET LARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
599.12MACQUEEN EMERGENCY GROUP OPERATIONS SMALL TOOLS
599.12
398.57MACQUEEN EQUIP CO GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
64.83SEWER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
463.40
127.00MAGGIOTTO REED PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
254.00MAIER PAMELA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
254.00
50.00MAISTROVICH SARAH BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
127.00MALOVRH ADAM PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
10,485.67MANSFIELD OIL COMPANY OF GAINSVILLE, INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
10,485.67
2,690.00MARIE RIDGEWAY LICSW LLC POLICE G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
2,690.00
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50.00MARTENS BRAD LARGE EVENTS - ADMIN FEE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
130.00MASLOWSKI SARAH BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
130.00
195.00MASTER TECHNOLOGY GROUP TECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
195.00
34.98MAYER JANE FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
34.98
30.00MCCABE TARA WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
30.00
29.75MCMONIGAL, MEG COMM DEV PLANNING G & A MILEAGE-PERSONAL CAR
29.75
122,000.00MCPHILLIPS BROS ROOFING COMPANY WATER UTILITY G&A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
122,000.00
34.98MCQUEEN HEATHER FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
34.98
188.19MEDICAL MEGA OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
188.19
105.52MENARDSFACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
71.76ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
28.14WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
13.85PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
39.86WESTWOOD G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
259.13
375.00METRO BLOOMS STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
375.00
54,123.30METROPOLITAN COUNCIL BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
342,225.95OPERATIONSCLEANING/WASTE REMOVAL SERVICE
396,349.25
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490.56MICRO CENTER IT G & A OFFICE EQUIPMENT
490.56
105.00MIDWEST PLAYGROUND CONTRACTORS INC. AQUATIC PARK BUDGET MAINTENANCE
105.00
127.00MILLER RALEIGH PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
469.95MINNESOTA CHILD SUPPORT PYT CTR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT WAGE GARNISHMENTS
469.95
20,000.00MINNESOTA NATIVE LANDSCAPES PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
5,609.00INVASIVE PLANT MGMT/RESTORATIO OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
25,609.00
1,360.00MINNESOTA SEARCHLIGHT & BALLOONS ADMINISTRATION G & A RENTAL EQUIPMENT
1,360.00
50.00MINUTEMAN PRESS COMM & MARKETING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
50.00
200.00MN DEPT LABOR & INDUSTRY FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
200.00
249.03MN DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM REPAIR OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
249.03
3,000.00MN DNR ECO-WATER-RES STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,000.00
590.00MOBOTREXDAMAGE REPAIR OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
590.00
250.00MOLLICKS CARL GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
250.00
334.00MOST DEPENDABLE FOUNTAINS IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE GENERAL SUPPLIES
334.00
127.00MOZENA KATHERINE PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
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127.00
190.00MR CUTTING EDGE REC CENTER BUILDING EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
190.00
1,600.00MRA-THE MANAGEMENT ASSOC HUMAN RESOURCES SUBSCRIPTIONS/MEMBERSHIPS
1,600.00
67.00MSC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO.SNOW PLOWING EQUIPMENT PARTS
219.72VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
286.72
8.00MURPHY JULIE PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00
65.00MUTCHLER SARA BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
149.00MVTL LABORATORIES REILLY G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
149.00
1,327.68NAPA (GENUINE PARTS CO)GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
18.04SYSTEM REPAIR OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
97.27WATER UTILITY G&A EQUIPMENT PARTS
171.79VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
164.74VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A SMALL TOOLS
74.50GENERAL REPAIR GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,854.02
65.00NATZEL STACY BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
287.08ND CHILD SUPPORT DIVISION EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT WAGE GARNISHMENTS
287.08
72.00NELSON DAVID FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
72.00
65.00NEWHALL KELLY BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
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1.00NOAH ACQUSITIONS, LLC.BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
100.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
101.00
787.80NOKOMIS SHOE SHOP WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
200.00REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
987.80
39.00NORDSTROM TRACY FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
39.00
20.00NORDSTROM, TIM OPERATIONS TRAINING
20.00
381.00NORTHERN AIRE POOLS INC WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
381.00
150.70NORTHERN SAFETY TECHNOLOGY INC GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
150.70
8,900.00NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
8,900.00
16,527.52NYSTROM PUBLISHING COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
16,527.52
20.00OBERSCHMID BRIAN OPERATIONS TRAINING
20.00
20.00OELHAFEN JIM OPERATIONS TRAINING
20.00
79.66OFFICE DEPOT COMM & MARKETING G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
80.26COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
50.43FINANCE G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
115.28OPERATIONSOFFICE SUPPLIES
189.92BLDG & ENERGY G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
172.88PUBLIC WORKS G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
92.11ENGINEERING G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
59.70PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
59.70WATER UTILITY G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES
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59.70SOLID WASTE G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES
58.70ORGANIZED REC G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
62.45WESTWOOD G & A OFFICE SUPPLIES
59.70VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A OFFICE SUPPLIES
1,140.49
100.00OFFICE TEAM COMM & MARKETING G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
100.00
275.00OGRADY KEVIN GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
275.00
127.00OGREN HEATHER PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
115.00OLEISKY ANDREA BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
115.00
360.01OLSEN CHAIN & CABLE CO INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
360.01
249.50ON SITE SANITATION FIELD MAINT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
105.50OFF-LEASH DOG PARK OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
355.00
185.94O'REILLY FIRST CALL GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
185.94
10.00OSTFIELD SUE FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
10.00
907.40OVERHEAD DOOR CO FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
907.40
228.32OXYGEN SERVICE COMPANY INC OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
228.32
210.00PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES INC REILLY G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
210.00
PARK ADAM TRANSPORTATION LACROSSE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
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641.61WESTWOOD G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
641.61
278.00PARK NICOLE PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
24.00PRESCHOOLREFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
302.00
148,800.00PARK NICOLLET METHODIST HOSPITAL RIGHT-OF-WAY OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
148,800.00
50.00PAVLIK, JULIE BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
18.00PECK JW FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
18.00
21,028.57-PELLA NORTHLAND GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
420,571.35GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
399,542.78
430.00PERO JOHN GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
430.00
5,000.00PETTERSEN ADAM ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
5,000.00
27.00PFEFFER NICOLE FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
27.00
2,726.55PFM ASSET MANAGEMENT CITY POOLED INVESTMENTS BANK CHARGES/CREDIT CD FEES
2,726.55
10.00PINNACLE WALL SYSTEMS, INC.BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
602.25BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
612.25
63.00PIPER KRISTEN FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
63.00
480.00PLEGGENKUHLE NANCY GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
480.00
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45.00POND VICKI FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
45.00
60.00POTTER LUC WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
60.00
5,000.00PRECISE MRM LLC PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A MACHINERY & AUTO EQUIPMENT
996.20SNOW PLOWING EQUIPMENT PARTS
5,996.20
320.34PREMIUM WATERS INC OPERATIONS OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
320.34
500.00-PROTOUCH PAINTING, INC.GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
10,000.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
9,500.00
139.00PROVUS DANA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
139.00
1,065.00PUMP & METER SERVICE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
1,090.00BLDG/GROUNDS OPS & MAINT BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
2,155.00
161,600.00QUEST PROPERTIES, INC.RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
161,600.00
396.35R & R SPECIALTIES REC CENTER BUILDING OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
396.35
5,910.00RAINBOW LAWNCARE SSD #5 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
75,000.00TREE TRIMMING/PRUNING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
80,910.00
125.00-RAM CONSTRUCTION SERVICES OF MINNESOTA GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
2,500.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
2,375.00
60.00RAMIREZ SHELLY WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
60.00
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240.60RANALLO APRIL GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
240.60
8,458.70RANDY'S ENVIORMENTAL SERVICES FACILITIES MCTE G & A GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
4,773.38REC CENTER BUILDING GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
13,232.08
200.00RED WING BUSINESS ADVANTAGE ACCOUNT FACILITIES MCTE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
953.45BLDG & ENERGY G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,153.45
475.00REISE DEREK GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
475.00
65.00REUBEN BRADY BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
250.00REX KAREN & ED GREEN REMODELING PROGRAM OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
250.00
50.00RICHARDSON BLACKWELL KELSEY BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
18.00RICKERT SUSAN FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
18.00
919.53RICOH USA INC IT G & A EQUIPMENT MTCE SERVICE
919.53
15.00RIES CALIE FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
15.00
44.75RJM CONSTRUCTION LLC BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
59,679.84GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
59,724.59
994.14ROBERT B HILL CO FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
994.14
7,092.39ROBERT HALF TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
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7,092.39
25.00RODRIGUEZ ANTONIO OPERATIONS TRAINING
25.00
170.51ROSEVILLE MIDWAY FORD GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
44,803.20CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S INVENTORY
44,973.71
15.00ROY SUMAN OPERATIONS TRAINING
15.00
3,600.00RTVISION INC ENGINEERING G & A COMPUTER SERVICES
3,600.00
11,927.10SAFEASSURE CONSULTANTS INC EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11,927.10
60.00SAMSONAVA TATSIANA WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
60.00
152.60SCHAAKE COMPANY, AJ HUMAN RESOURCES RECOGNITION
152.60
8.00SCHAEDLER KATY SPECIAL EVENTS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00
127.00SCHELLHAAS SAMANTHA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
199.50SCHERER BROS. LUMBER CO.PARK MAINTENANCE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
199.50
1,807.52SCHMITZ AMBER INSTRUCTIONAL SKATING LESSONS GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,807.52
24.00SCHMITZ CARRIE PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
24.00
375.00SCHWALBACH CLAIRE PARK BUILDINGS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
375.00
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139.00SCHWEIGERT ANNA PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
139.00
8.00SCROGGINS JULIE PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00
65.00SEIWERT LAURA BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
20.00SELBY KATIE FAMILY PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
20.00
45.00SETS DESIGN INC.POLICE G & A POLICE EQUIPMENT
45.00
379.52-SHAW STEWARD LUMBER COMPANY GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
7,590.40GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
7,210.88
12,524.00SHAWN, JACK BASKETBALL OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
12,524.00
85,072.60SHITECHNOLOGY REPLACEMENT OFFICE EQUIPMENT
85,072.60
3,710.60SHORT ELLIOTT HENDRICKSON, INC.ENGINEERING G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1,375.58STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
909.90STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
5,996.08
245.00SIDAL CROSSROADS CO. LLC.GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET CLEARING ACCOUNT
245.00
50.00SIELEMAN STEWART BLDG & ENERGY G & A 1&2 SINGLE FAM. RENTAL
50.00
59.00SIGNATURE MECHANICAL INC BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
59.00
1,000.00SIMONETT JEFFERY ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
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1,000.00
5.00SIPKINS ALISON ADULT PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
5.00
37.48SKALLET, DAVID BLDG & ENERGY G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
37.48
72.00SKELLY EDWARD FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
72.00
127.00SLAWSON MARIT PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
5,500.00SPJ PROPERTIES ESCROWS PMC ESCROW
5,500.00
492.97-SPLIT ROCK STUDIOS GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
9,859.39GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
9,366.42
127.00SPORS KELLY PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
33.66SPS COMPANIES INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
33.66
1,710.45SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC SIDEWALK & TRAILS G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1,710.45
14,979.00ST CROIX RECREATION FUN PLAYGROUNDS INC PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
14,979.00
65.00STANGL, MATT BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
30.00STARR REBECCA WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
30.00
3,185.00-STERN DRYWALL, INC.GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
63,700.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
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60,515.00
1.00STICKNEY JACOB BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
65.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A ELECTRICAL
66.00
50.00STRASSER SANTIAGO BLDG & ENERGY G & A 1&2 SINGLE FAM. RENTAL
50.00
19,105.16STREICHER'S POLICE G & A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
198.99POLICE G & A POLICE EQUIPMENT
19,304.15
42.00SUBURBAN TIRE WHOLESALE GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
42.00
47,896.93SUMMIT ENVIROSOLUTIONS INC REILLY G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
47,896.93
1,002.79SUNBELT RENTALS INC RECREATION OUTDOOR CENTER OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,002.79
529.00TACTICAL ADVANTAGE POLICE G & A POLICE EQUIPMENT
529.00
1.25TADWALD JOHN BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
38.50BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
110.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A PLUMBING
149.75
180.00TAPCOSYSTEM REPAIR OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
180.00
65.00TATE SARAH BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
65.00
79.98TELELANGUAGE INC ADMINISTRATION G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
79.98
4,159.19-TELEMETRY & PROCESS CONTROL, INC. WATER UTILITY BALANCE SHEET RETAINAGE PAYABLE
27,728.02WATER UTILITY G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
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27,728.03SEWER UTILITY G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
27,728.03STORM WATER UTILITY G&A IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
79,024.89
18.00TEMPLE JEANNE FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
18.00
4,140.00THE BUSKE GROUP CABLE TV G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
4,140.00
732.58THE MPX GROUP COMM & MARKETING G & A PRINTING & PUBLISHING
732.58
119.01THE SHERWINN WILLIAMS CO PARK GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
946.64REC CENTER BUILDING GENERAL SUPPLIES
1,065.65
366.98THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS CO GRAFFITI CONTROL GENERAL SUPPLIES
366.98
302.00THE SIGN PRODUCERS FACILITIES MCTE G & A GENERAL SUPPLIES
302.00
227.08THE STANDARD ADMINISTRATION G & A LIFE INSURANCE
232.76ADMINISTRATION G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
67.82RACE EQUITY & INCLUSION G&A LIFE INSURANCE
66.48RACE EQUITY & INCLUSION G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
179.58HUMAN RESOURCES LIFE INSURANCE
186.28HUMAN RESOURCES LONG TERM DISABILITY
127.50COMM & MARKETING G & A LIFE INSURANCE
125.26COMM & MARKETING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
233.42IT G & A LIFE INSURANCE
255.40IT G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
217.68ASSESSING G & A LIFE INSURANCE
214.00ASSESSING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
207.78FINANCE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
206.92FINANCE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
578.10COMM DEV G & A LIFE INSURANCE
573.02COMM DEV G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
139.20FACILITIES MCTE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
136.56FACILITIES MCTE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
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2,137.03POLICE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
2,103.20POLICE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
218.44COMMUNICATIONS/DISPATCH LIFE INSURANCE
214.38COMMUNICATIONS/DISPATCH LONG TERM DISABILITY
987.81OPERATIONSLIFE INSURANCE
997.30OPERATIONSLONG TERM DISABILITY
601.34BLDG & ENERGY G & A LIFE INSURANCE
632.83BLDG & ENERGY G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
50.54SUSTAINABILITY G&A LIFE INSURANCE
30.61SUSTAINABILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
131.58PUBLIC WORKS G & A LIFE INSURANCE
106.68PUBLIC WORKS G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
487.68ENGINEERING G & A LIFE INSURANCE
487.96ENGINEERING G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
427.86PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A LIFE INSURANCE
455.51PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
102.36CABLE TV G & A LIFE INSURANCE
100.48CABLE TV G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
41.66HOUSING REHAB G & A LIFE INSURANCE
40.90HOUSING REHAB G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
250.20WATER UTILITY G&A LIFE INSURANCE
245.32WATER UTILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
140.98SEWER UTILITY G&A LIFE INSURANCE
163.86SEWER UTILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
88.40SOLID WASTE G&A LIFE INSURANCE
86.62SOLID WASTE G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
144.28STORM WATER UTILITY G&A LIFE INSURANCE
115.56STORM WATER UTILITY G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
15,880.48EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A LIFE INSURANCE
259.08ORGANIZED REC G & A LIFE INSURANCE
264.30ORGANIZED REC G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
261.62PARK MAINTENANCE G & A LIFE INSURANCE
256.56PARK MAINTENANCE G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
41.66NATURAL RESOURCES G & A LIFE INSURANCE
40.90NATURAL RESOURCES G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
143.52WESTWOOD G & A LIFE INSURANCE
140.68WESTWOOD G & A LONG TERM DISABILITY
273.05REC CENTER SALARIES LIFE INSURANCE
267.82REC CENTER SALARIES LONG TERM DISABILITY
168.40VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A LIFE INSURANCE
164.84VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A LONG TERM DISABILITY
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33,729.12
3,062.85THE WILEY LAW OFFICE HUMAN RESOURCES GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,062.85
100.00THOEN ANNA BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
100.00
127.00THOMES KELSEY SOCCER REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
8.00THOMPSON JAYE PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
8.00
304.74THOMSON REUTERS WEST PAYMENT CENTER POLICE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
304.74
45.00THORSON ELIZABETH DANCE REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
45.00
518.30THRIVEPASSEMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
518.30
3,372.00THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
3,372.00
105.00TILLMANN MONIE WINTER BREAK REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
105.00
977.50TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETARIAL ADMINISTRATION G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
148.00COMM DEV PLANNING G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,125.50
33.25TIMPONE ALI HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
33.25
130.00TINKLENBERG ALISSA PARK BUILDINGS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
130.00
2,500.00TOLLBERG HOMES LLC ESCROWS DEMO / BROOKSIDE TRAFFIC
2,500.00
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2,363.98TRAFFIC AND PARKING CONTROL CO., INC. UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
2,363.98
200.00TREEHOUSERACE EQUITY & INCLUSION G&A MEETING EXPENSE
200.00
714.41TRI STATE BOBCAT GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
708.48ROUTINE MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT PARTS
1,422.89
127.00TSCHANN MARY PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
2,630.95TWIN CITY GARAGE DOOR CO FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
2,630.95
1,251.00TWIN CITY OUTDOOR SERVICES INC SSD 1 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
441.00SSD 3 G&A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
1,692.00
34.98TYLER EMILY FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
34.98
720.00UHL CO INC FACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
2,034.76FACILITIES MCTE G & A BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
28,122.00PARK IMPROVE CAPITAL PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS OTHER THAN BUILDI
1,758.00PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
219.50REC CENTER BUILDING BUILDING MTCE SERVICE
32,854.26
50.00ULLSPERGER DAN BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
50.00
30.00UNITED WAY OF MINNEAPOLIS AREA EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT UNITED WAY
30.00
5,735.00UNIVERSAL PAINTING & DRYWALL INC.REC CENTER BUILDING MAINTENANCE
5,735.00
1,525.84US AUTOFORCE GENERAL FUND BALANCE SHEET INVENTORY
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1,525.84
332.51US DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS FUND BAL SHT WAGE GARNISHMENTS
332.51
3,265.46USDA, APHIS, GENERAL DEER MANAGEMENT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
3,265.46
30,962.59VALLEY-RICH CO INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
30,962.59
10.00VAN BENSCHOTEN KELSEY PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
10.00
24.00VAN BENSCHOTEN SARAH PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
24.00
5,445.15VENT GUYS PARK BUILDING MAINTENANCE OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
5,445.15
20.00VERIFIED CREDENTIALS HUMAN RESOURCES RECRUITMENT
20.00
50.04VERIZONSEWER UTILITY G&A TELEPHONE
26,358.12CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.OFFICE EQUIPMENT
71.12CELLPHONES, IPADS, ETC.TELEPHONE
26,479.28
1,368.00VIKING AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER COMPANY UNINSURED LOSS G&A UNINSURED LOSS
1,368.00
982.19VIKING INDUSTRIAL CTR WATER UTILITY G&A OPERATIONAL SUPPLIES
982.19
2,848.00-VINCO, INC.GO BONDS - NATURE CTR BAL SH RETAINAGE PAYABLE
56,960.00GO BONDS - NATURE CENTER G&A BUILDINGS & STRUCTURES
54,112.00
10.00VON VERONIKA PRESCHOOL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
10.00
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115.00VONRUDEN ERIN BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
115.00
195.00WALDMAN STEVE PARK BUILDINGS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
195.00
3,340.80WALKER DESIGHN STUDIO STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
14.40PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
122.40WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
122.40STORM WATER UTILITY G&A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
3,600.00
127.00WALLER ISAIAH PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
127.00
272.10WARNING LITES OF MN INC SNOW PLOWING OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
272.10
105,538.87WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN SOLID WASTE G&A GARBAGE/REFUSE SERVICE
40,088.35SOLID WASTE G&A RECYCLING SERVICE
23,965.50SOLID WASTE G&A YARD WASTE SERVICE
36,778.30SOLID WASTE G&A ORGANICS
206,371.02
4,776.55WATER CONSERVATION SERVICE INC WATER UTILITY G&A OTHER IMPROVEMENT SERVICE
4,776.55
130.00WEERTS DAVID BASKETBALL REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
130.00
750.00WENDELFACILITIES MCTE G & A OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
750.00
70.55WESTWOOD HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOC. NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION GRANT OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
70.55
136.73WINSUPPLY OF EDEN PRAIRIE RELAMPING OTHER IMPROVEMENT SUPPLIES
136.73
282.99WITMER PUBLIC SAFETY GROUP INC OPERATIONS PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
282.99
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42.96WOLFF JEFF PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A MEETING EXPENSE
42.96
16.90WS & D PERMIT SERVICE BLDG & ENERGY G & A DUE TO OTHER GOVTS
530.00BLDG & ENERGY G & A BUILDING
546.90
35.50WSB ASSOC INC STREET CAPITAL PROJ G & A GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
35.50
17,025.16XCEL ENERGY FACILITIES MCTE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
23,140.02PUBLIC WORKS OPS G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
28,237.18WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
1,313.14REILLY G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
4,471.73SEWER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
1,976.56STORM WATER UTILITY G&A ELECTRIC SERVICE
5,111.69PARK MAINTENANCE G & A ELECTRIC SERVICE
20,688.31REC CENTER BUILDING ELECTRIC SERVICE
101,963.79
496.77ZACKS INC VEHICLE MAINTENANCE G&A GENERAL SUPPLIES
496.77
152,453.20ZAMBONI COMPANY USA, INC.CAPITAL REPLACEMENT B/S INVENTORY
152,453.20
478.00ZARNOTH BRUSH WORKS INC SWEEPING EQUIPMENT PARTS
478.00
59.26ZIMMER JACLYN FITNESS PROGRAMS REFUNDS & REIMBURSEMENTS
59.26
Report Totals 3,630,547.82
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Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4b
Executive summary
Title: Amendment to Ordinance 2581-20 vacating portions of alley right-of-way – 31st St. W.
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is considered
essential business and is categorized as a Required Action**
•Motion to approve Second Reading of Ordinance vacating the right-of-way between 31st
Street West and the Highway 7 Frontage Road between Glenhurst Avenue South and
Inglewood Avenue South and approve the Summary Ordinance for publication.
Policy consideration: Is the right-of-way needed for public purposes?
Summary: The city council approved Ordinance 2581-20 vacating portions of right-of-way west
of Glenhurst Avenue South and between 31st Street West and County State Aid Highway 25
Service Drive on February 3, 2020.
The applicant requests council
amend the right-of-way vacation
Ordinance 2581-20 to vacate
additional right-of-way located
immediately to the west of the
right-of-way vacated in February
2020.
The applicant’s title company
identified additional right-of-way
that needs to be vacated. This
right-of-way is in what was
formerly known as Halifax
Avenue, the remainder of which
was previously vacated in 1910.
City staff supports vacating the additional right-of-way, as there is no longer any public access
to this portion of land, and the city does not intend to build an alley in this right-of-way.
City council voted 7 to 0 to approve the First Reading of the Ordinance on April 20, 2020.
Financial or budget considerations: None.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Ordinance
Ordinance summary for publication
Prepared by: Jennifer Monson, senior planner
Reviewed by: Sean Walther, planning and zoning supervisor
Karen Barton, community development director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4b) Page 2
Title: Amendment to Ordinance 2581-20 vacating portions of alley right-of-way – 31st St. W.
Ordinance No. ____- 20
An ordinance vacating public right-of-way and amending Ordinance 2581-20,
entitled an ordinance vacating portions of alley right-of-way, adopted February
3, 2020
31st Street West between Glenhurst Avenue and Inglewood Avenue
The City of St. Louis Park does ordain:
Section 1. Sela Group, LLC and Parkway 25, LLC submitted a petition to vacate public right-
of-way. The petition requests amendments to City Council Ordinance No. 2581-20 to vacate
more right-of-way than was included in a previous petition and requests the City Council
formally acknowledge that conditions of approval included in said ordinance are satisfied.
Section 2. Sela Group, LLC and Parkway 25, LLC own all properties abutting both sides of
the right-of-way proposed to be vacated. The notice of said petition has been published in the
St. Louis Park Sun Sailor on April 9, 2020, and the City Council has conducted a public hearing
upon said petition and has determined that the right-of-way is not needed for public purposes,
and that it is for the best interest of the public that said right-of-way be vacated.
Section 3. The Metropolitan Council authorized the City of St. Louis Park to put into effect
the comprehensive plan amendment approved by City Council Resolution No. 20-013 on March
10, 2020, which satisfied the requirements referenced in Sections 2 and 5 of Ordinance 2581-
20.
Section 4. Ordinance 2581-20, is hereby amended to replace Section 3 to read as follows:
Section 3. The following described public right-of-way as now dedicated and laid out
within the corporate limits of the City of St. Louis Park and depicted in the attached
Exhibit A, is vacated:
All that part of the 6 foot wide alley lying northerly of and adjoining the
southerly line of CALHOUN LAKE SIDE PARK, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., according
to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, easterly of the
southerly extension of the westerly line of Lot 16, Block 3, said CALHOUN
LAKE SIDE PARK, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., westerly of the southerly extension
of the easterly line of Lot 15, said Block 3, and southerly of the southerly line
of Block 3 extended across the north – south alley in Block 3, said CALHOUN
LAKE SIDE PARK, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
All that part of the 6 foot wide alley and that part of Halifax Avenue
dedicated by MANHATTAN PARK, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., according to the
recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, lying southerly of and
adjoining the northerly line of said MANHATTAN PARK, MINNEAPOLIS,
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4b) Page 3
Title: Amendment to Ordinance 2581-20 vacating portions of alley right-of-way – 31st St. W.
MINN., easterly of the northerly extension of the easterly line of Lot 1, Block
4, said MANHATTAN PARK, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., westerly of the northerly
extension of the easterly line of Lot 1, Block 3, said MANHATTAN PARK,
MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., and northerly of the north line of Block 3 and its
westerly extension, said MANHATTAN PARK, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.
Section 5. The City Clerk is instructed to record certified copies of this ordinance in the
Office of the Hennepin County Register of Deeds or Registrar of Titles as the case may be.
Section 6. This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
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 April 20, 2020
Second reading May 4, 2020
Date of publication May 14, 2020
Date ordinance takes effect May 29, 2020
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4b) Page 4
Title: Amendment to Ordinance 2581-20 vacating portions of alley right-of-way – 31st St. W.
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4b) Page 5
Title: Amendment to Ordinance 2581-20 vacating portions of alley right-of-way – 31st St. W.
SUMMARY FOR PUBLICATION
Ordinance No. ____-20
An ordinance vacating alley right-of-way
This ordinance states that right-of-way south of the Hwy 7 Service Road and north of 31st Street
West, between Inglewood Avenue and Glenhurst Avenue will be vacated.
This ordinance shall take effect 15 days after publication.
Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
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: May 14, 2020
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4c
Executive summary
Title: 2019 fund equity transfers and 2020 budget amendments
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is considered
essential business and is categorized as a Required Action**
•Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing 2019 fund equity transfers.
•Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing 2020 budget amendments.
Policy consideration:
•Is the city council in agreement with the proposed general fund equity transfers to the
uninsured loss fund and employee administration fund?
•Does the city council authorize the 2020 budget amendments to the water and solid waste
utility funds?
Summary: This report includes information on the projected unassigned fund balance in the
general fund and proposed transfers to the uninsured loss and employee administration fund
for the year ending December 31, 2019. The need for transfers between funds is analyzed each
year and information is forwarded to council for approval prior to completion of the audit.
Two 2020 budget amendments are being presented for the water and solid waste utility funds.
These are necessary administrative revisions to the amounts in the original resolution to
combine the Reilly budget with the water utility fund and to include curbside pickup in the solid
waste fund budget.
Financial or budget considerations: The proposed transfers will direct resources to funds
where needed to help in attaining long-term financial sustainability. The budget amendments
are administrative items from the adoption of the 2020 budget in December 2019 necessary for
accurate financial reporting.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolutions
Prepared by: Darla Monson, accountant
Reviewed by: Tim Simon, chief financial officer
Nancy Deno, deputy city manager/HR director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4c) Page 2
Title: 2019 fund equity transfers and 2020 budget amendments
Discussion
Background: At the end of each calendar year, funds are analyzed along with the long range
financial management plan and capital improvement plan to determine if transfers should be
recommended to meet fund balance policy requirements, to assist with long-term sustainability
of other funds and to provide funding for specific projects. Amendments to the originally
adopted budget are also recommended as necessary during the year. These amendments are
administrative revisions and not programmatic changes.
Present considerations:
2019 Equity Transfers
As per the December 31, 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), the unassigned
fund balance in the general fund was $17,697,405, which was equal to approximately 45% of
the 2019 budgeted expenditures. Unassigned fund balance is the residual amount available for
any purpose and not restricted, committed or otherwise assigned. The city’s fund balance
policy states that the city will strive to maintain an unassigned fund balance in the general fund
that is within a range of 40% to 50% of the following year’s budgeted expenditures with a
target of 45%, and that any excess amount can be transferred to other funds. The city’s policy
follows the Office of the State Auditor’s recommended fund balance guidelines and aligns with
that of AAA rated cities.
As staff has explained in prior discussions with council, we are retaining and assigning an
additional amount in 2019 beyond the 45% for potential COVID-19 impacts. After this fund
balance assignment, there is approximately $300,000 available to transfer to other funds.
Transferring excess fund balance from the general fund to other funds ensures that funds align
with the city’s fund balance policy and long-range financial management plan. The city has
routinely made equity transfers from the general fund in the past.
Staff is recommending two transfers to other funds for the year ending December 31, 2019
which will maintain the approximate 45% target of the 2020 budgeted expenditures.
Employee Administration Fund – Transfer in of $150,000:
The Employee Administration Fund covers personnel related costs such as workers
compensation, tuition reimbursement, unemployment, retirement flex leave payouts and other
employee initiatives. This fund began receiving a small property tax allocation in 2012, as it did
not previously have a dedicated funding source and relied on periodic transfers from the
general fund. Due to retirements that have occurred and are anticipated and a potential COVID
related increase in unemployment expense, a transfer of $150,000 is recommended to this
fund from the general fund in 2019.
Uninsured Loss Fund – Transfer in of $150,000:
The Uninsured Loss Fund covers the city’s costs of liability and property damage claims not
covered by insurance and the costs until the annual deductible and aggregate limits have been
met. The only revenue sources for this fund are claim recoveries from third parties and the
annual property/casualty dividend returned by the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust.
A transfer of $150,000 is proposed to this fund from the general fund in 2019.
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4c) Page 3
Title: 2019 fund equity transfers and 2020 budget amendments
2020 Budget Amendments
Staff is requesting approval of two amendments to the 2020 budget adopted on December 16,
2019. These are both necessary administrative revisions to the original budgetary amounts and
not programmatic changes.
The water fund expense budget will be increased by $686,593 from $6,877,695 to $7,564,288 to
consolidate the Reilly budget with the water utility fund for reporting purposes to be consistent
with prior years.
The solid waste fund expense budget will be increased by $72,000 from $3,907,820 to $3,979,820
to include the cost of curbside pickup.
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4c) Page 4
Title: 2019 fund equity transfers and 2020 budget amendments
Resolution No. 20-____
Resolution authorizing fund equity transfers
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park has created various special purpose funds; and
Whereas, some of those funds rely on transfers from other funds for their continued
operation; and
Whereas, specific expenditures require resources from other funds;
Now therefore be it resolved, by the St. Louis Park City Council:
Approval is hereby given to the Chief Financial Officer to transfer the following sums of money
as of the year ending December 31, 2019 from the General Fund to the Employee Administration
Fund and Uninsured Loss Fund as shown.
Transferring Fund Receiving Fund Amount
General Fund Employee Administration Fund $ 150,000
General Fund Uninsured Loss Fund $ 150,000
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4c) Page 5
Title: 2019 fund equity transfers and 2020 budget amendments
Resolution No. 20-____
Resolution authorizing 2020 budget amendments
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is required by State Statutes to approve a budget in
December each year for the coming year; and
Whereas, subsequent amendments to the original budget as adopted may be required;
Now therefore be it resolved, by the St. Louis Park City Council, that the 2020 Water
Utility and Solid Waste Utility Fund budgets are amended as shown:
Fund Original
Expense Budget
Amended
Expense Budget
Change
Water Utility Fund $6,877,695 $ 7,564,288 $686,593
Solid Waste Utility Fund $3,907,820 $ 3,979,820 $72,000
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager
Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4d
OFFICIAL MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
February 19, 2020 – 6:00 p.m.
COMMUNITY ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Beneke, Matt Eckholm, Courtney Erwin, Claudia Johnston-Madison,
Jessica Kraft, Carl Robertson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Lynette Dumalag
STAFF PRESENT: Gary Morrison, Sean Walther
1.Call to Order – Roll Call
2.Approval of Minutes of Feb 5, 2020
Commissioner Johnston-Madison made a motion to approve the minutes. Commissioner
Eckholm seconded the motion and the motion passed on a vote of 6-0.
3.Public Hearings
A.Cedarwood Dachis Addition preliminary and final plat
Applicant: Toni Dachis
Case Nos: 19-39-Sm 19-40-VAR
Gary Morrison, assistant zoning administrator, presented the staff report. The applicant
requested a subdivision and variance at 4000 25th Street West, in the Fern Hill
neighborhood. He noted the lot sizes for Lots 1, 2, and 3. Access to lot 1 will be
unchanged off 25th Street West, lot 2 will access France Avenue, and lot 3 access could be
off France Avenue South or 25th Street West.
Mr. Morrison stated there are no proposals for tree removal, but this will be determined
when building permits are submitted for lots 2 and 3. He noted sidewalks will be included
along 25th Street West. The house and pool house are in the back yard, according to
current code. With the subdivision, however, the lot lines are reoriented, so the front
and rear yards will change, and the variance request becomes evident because the pool
house will be in the side yard, after the changes.
Mr. Morrison stated the property use is single family residential, consistent with low
density residential designation. He stated if the variance is not approved, the pool house
would need to be relocated or removed. Two people spoke in favor of the applications at
the neighborhood meeting and a letter of support was received from a third resident.
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Mr. Morrison stated that staff requests approval of the preliminary and final plat, subject
to the conditions recommended by staff. Further, staff recommended approval of the
variance to allow an accessory structure in the side yard, subject to the conditions
recommended by staff.
Commissioner Robertson asked about the sidewalk at the subdivision and if it would
connect with any other sidewalks.
Mr. Morrison stated it would connect to the sidewalk on the west side of France Avenue
South and a sidewalk on the east side of Huntington Avenue South.
Commission Johnson-Madison asked if the sidewalk will dead-end on 25th street.
Mr. Morrison stated it will not continue and connect to any sidewalks west of the site
along 25th Street West, adding the city engineering department recently lead a public
process regarding potentially adding more sidewalks in this neighborhood and city
council decided not to pursue that option.
Chair Kraft opened the public hearing.
Lynne Carper, 4010 Highwood Road, stated initially the sign posted about the work was
not clear. He initially thought it was referring to the road and sidewalk improvements
planned for this summer. It wasn’t until he spoke with Councilmember Rog that he
learned there was a subdivision proposed here. Mr. Carper stated he has been aware of
subdivisions in his area, and stated the preference was for not doing subdivisions in these
neighborhoods. However, he added, he does understand property owners do have the
right to do what they prefer on their properties, so he will support this. Additionally, he
asked if the zoning will change now or in the future from single-family housing.
Mr. Morrison stated the property is guided in the comprehensive plan as low-density
residential and zoned R-2 residential. Staff does not anticipate any changes.
Mr. Carper wondered if the lots would meet the minimum lot size, and indeed it does,
according to Mr. Morrison’s presentation. He asked at what point does the sidewalk get
constructed, and does the owner put the sidewalks in.
Mr. Morrison stated the sidewalk installation will be at the applicant’s expense and will
be coordinated with street improvements in the area.
Mr. Carper asked about driveways and if there will be a driveway on the northern most
side of the property. There is no intention to have a second driveway on France Avenue,
it will come off 25th Street.
Mr. Morrison stated there will be a final decision made by the engineering department
when right-of-way permits are requested and when the house plans are submitted for
building permits.
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Mr. Carper asked if a house is inserted will the new address be on France Avenue.
Mr. Morrison stated staff will look at this and can make a change administratively with
the owner’s consent.
Michael Meyer, 2512 Huntington Avenue South, stated the property is well maintained
and very open. He is concerned that once the property is changed, it’s gone. He is also
concerned about hardscape and the addition of sidewalks, patios, foundations, as well.
He stated about 20 trees might have to be removed and he has concerns about this as
well, and is concerned the replacements might not be made in the same area. He asked if
the home will fit into the neighborhood, adding he is concerned about this, and about
the impact on his home as it relates to the view. Right now, there is no parking on France
Avenue at this area, and he is concerned about where folks will park when visiting and
overflow parking.
Mr. Meyer added there is a city bus turnout, asked if that will stay or go, and if the bus
company be brought into this discussion. He is also concerned about proximity the to the
holding ponds and Cedar Lake area.
Mr. Meyer stated if approved will this be two separate lots. He asked if other builders
come in, will they build in order to benefit the other properties in the area. This summer
the roads in this area will be reconstructed. He is concerned about the mess that will
occur with both projects going on simultaneously. He is also concerned about a two-story
home and how it will affect their view. Also, if the driveways are on France Avenue, he
has concerns about traffic there, and on 25th Street, especially with safety for bikers and
pedestrians.
Toni Dachis, 4000 West 25th Street, is the applicant. She stated the concerns are
legitimate; she has thought about them and will do what she can to accommodate what
was mentioned, if she has control. She stated she needs to be able to move and
downsize and she hopes a new owner will keep the existing house as is.
The Chair closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison stated she is very familiar with this beautiful area. She
stated she has learned nothing stays the same, times change and she feels the value of
the neighborhood will determine the value of the homes built on lot 2 and 3. The houses
built on the lots will likely fit in with the neighborhood and she will vote to approve this.
Commission Elkholm agreed and added the applicant has gone out of their way to make
this right by the neighborhood. He hates to see the loss of mature trees and the best that
can be done is to require that they are replaced. He will support this.
Commissioner Beneke asked if there is any consideration to bike trails on France Avenue.
Sean Walther, planning and zoning supervisor, stated there is already a bike lane on
France Avenue and a sidewalk on the west side of the road as well, and there are no
other plans at this time.
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Commissioner Robertson stated this is a good plan and the concerns are valid, however,
folks have the right to do what they want with their own property. He asked about the
location of the bus turnout, and if the south lot wants to have access off France Avenue,
will the turnout be moveable. He stated he will support this project.
Mr. Morrison stated the first priority would be to not change a turnout. If it does need to
be changed, there is a process with Metro Transit and a cost associated with it.
Chair Kraft likes the plan as well and is excited about the single-family home development.
She stated the loss of trees is sad, but she is glad for the replacement program.
Commissioner Robertson made a motion, Commissioner Elkholm seconded,
recommending approval of the addition of the preliminary and final plat, and the
variance on the side yard, subject to the recommendations by staff.
The motion passed on a vote of 6-0.
B.High school artificial turf field conditional use permit, application 19-33-CUP was
withdrawn by the applicant, Thomas Bravo
4.Other Business - none
5.Communications
Mr. Walther stated Feb. 24, 2020, is the Boards and Commissions annual meeting at
Treehouse, 5757 Wayzata Boulevard, from 6-8 p.m. There will be a light dinner and a
dance performance from Wat Prom Buddhist Temple. This is meant to be a celebration of
accomplishments from 2019. Commissioner Elkholm will present on behalf of the
planning commission the commission’s accomplishments last year and some of the issues
on the work plan for 2020.
Mr. Walther added a joint meeting with the city council to discuss the 2020 work plan
will be held on May 26.
The next planning commission meeting on March 4 will be a study session only in the
Westwood Conference Room from 6-7 p.m. and the Historic Walker Lake draft ordinance
will be discussed. Following the study session, a joint meeting with several boards and
commissions from 7-8 p.m. in the council chambers to hear a presentation from Alicia
Sojourner, racial equity manager, about racial equity and inclusion in St. Louis Park.
6.Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m.
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4e
OFFICIAL MINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION
ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
March 4, 2020 – 6:00 p.m.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Beneke, Lynette Dumalag, Matt Eckholm, Courtney Erwin, Claudia
Johnston-Madison, Jessica Kraft, Carl Robertson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Jennifer Monson, planner; Laura Chamberlain, planning consultant with
HKGi
STUDY SESSION
The study session commenced at 6:00 p.m.
1.Establishing a New Base Zoning District for Historic Walker Lake
Laura Chamberlain, HKGi consultant, provided background on the plan and how
implementation will lead to work on establishing a zoning district for Historic Walker Lake.
Ms. Chamberlain noted the plan was approved by city council in January 2020. The plan
considers three topic areas: establishment of an overlay zoning district to preserve character,
wayfinding and placemaking, and a merchant’s association and affordability.
Ms. Chamberlain stated recommended changes to uses in the area include light industrial, food
vendors, and breweries. She added the overlay recommendations also refer to signage, street
furniture, unique features, parking requirements, and designating shared parking opportunities.
Ms. Chamberlain stated the ordinance will allow for a combination of smaller scaled industrial and
commercial uses in this area but will not allow stand-alone apartment buildings. She noted the city
recently updated the mixed-use zoning district and staff and consultants are recommending a
similar approach be used here, as well. She added establishing parking standards was a top priority
and the city already adopted a new parking ordinance for the district.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison stated that there is no comparable historic district within the
city today but suggested the district be able to be applied to other areas of the city if needed in
the future.
Ms. Chamberlain stated the district is mixed-use in nature with commercial and retail uses. She
stated the city has residential, commercial and mixed-use divisions within the zoning ordinance,
and Historic Walker Lake could be a new mixed-use district that lives within the mixed-use
division currently in existence within the code.
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Ms. Chamberlain stated that staff is looking at the revitalization plan to see what elements are
necessary to establish zoning standards and which should be design guidelines.
Commissioner Kraft asked if the code will refer to the guidelines. Ms. Chamberlain stated yes.
Commissioner Beneke asked if there would still be a primary entrance area. Ms. Monson stated
yes, this could still be included in the guidelines.
Ms. Chamberlain stated that the revitalization plan gives recommendations on building
materials, colors, and design that can be used a guidance. She added that these items refer
more to the scale of the building rather than the actual design, and that the city already has
some standards on building design.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison stated the scale of the new apartment building in Linden Hills
took into consideration the scale of the surrounding buildings and looks fine in the area.
Commissioner Robertson noted a bill that is currently being reviewed at the state legislature
where cities would only be allowed to have buildings that meet the basic building codes only.
Ms. Monson stated staff is aware of this and lobbyists are working on this issue.
Commissioner Robertson stated this type of bill is filled with unintended consequences for city
building and zoning codes.
Commissioner Dumalag asked if any of the buildings are historic. Ms. Monson stated no but
through a public process the area was branded Historic Walker Lake.
Ms. Chamberlain noted that the guidelines will include landscaping recommendations.
Ms. Monson stated the purpose of the guidelines for the landscaping will be to enhance the
unique and eclectic features of the area and buildings. She explained that one landscape design
for the entire area would be more difficult to establish since the property owners are not
interested in a special service district at this time.
Ms. Chamberlain asked the commission if they support this approach for the district through a
new zoning district and separate design guidelines. Also, she asked if there are items that
should be added.
Commissioner Robertson stated the standards and guidelines all seem appropriate. He stated
he would like to see flexibility within the code so it can apply for future districts if the city is if
going toward a form-based type zoning district.
Ms. Monson stated that we can make the code flexible and that we should discuss TOD district
requirements further and at a different time.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison stated each historical district must be established and a vision
created.
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Commissioner Robertson asked how many other historic districts the city will have. He added if
there will be others within the city, will this type of planning be done in those areas, and should
the historic district be more of a generic description of the concept.
Ms. Monson stated she agrees there is potential for other similar areas within the city where
the standards might be similar but then there might be a difference design guideline for each
area.
Commissioner Johnston-Madison and Commissioner Robertson agreed.
Commissioner Beneke asked if there is any plan to do anything along Highway 7 in the open
area in front of the Central Community Center building.
Ms. Monson stated that the area is city-owned right of way with a small portion owned by the
school district. She stated that the city and school district have talked about using that space for
additional parking if necessary, but that the revitalization plan identifies that area for a shared
active space that can be flexible as needed.
Ms. Chamberlain stated there are additional topics to come back and discuss further with the
commission, including the ordinance and design guidelines.
Commissioner Robertson asked a question about landscaping and whether the city allows
perennial gardens and pollinator landscaping.
Ms. Monson stated the city does encourage native plantings.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m.
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4f
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving relocation of polling place for 2020 Primary and General Elections
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is considered
essential business and is categorized as Time-Sensitive and Required Action**
•Motion to adopt Resolution approving relocation of polling place for Ward 3, Precinct 9, from
Knollwood Place Apartments to St. Louis Park Municipal Svc. Center, 7305 Oxford St.
Policy consideration: Does the proposal meet the statutory requirements for designation of a
polling place?
Summary: After Prince of Peace Lutheran Church closed in 2019 the polling location for Ward 3,
Precinct 9 was shifted to Knollwood Place Apartments. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a change
in leadership at that facility, the location is no longer available. MN Statute 204B.16 requires polling
places to be designated by December 31 of each year and also provides municipalities the authority
to make changes after the deadline in situations where a polling place becomes unavailable for use.
Staff evaluates locations for polling places based on a number of criteria including accessibility,
parking, traffic implications, size of space, availability, the ability of the facility to accommodate
election activities, security, and voter convenience. Additionally, MN Statute Section 204B.16
requires that the polling place be located within the precinct or within one mile of the precinct
boundary. Currently there are no viable options within the precinct that meet the criteria outlined
above. Additionally, given that this will be the second change to the Precinct 9 polling place in as
many years, staff recommends the use of a more permanent, internally controlled facility. The
Municipal Service Center, located at 7305 Oxford Street, is located within one mile of a Precinct 9
boundary and is able to meet the other criteria for a polling place. The staff at the Municipal Service
Center are extremely supportive of this change and are committed to helping us provide an
outstanding experience to voters on Election Day.
Elections staff will ensure voters in Precinct 9 are notified of the change in polling location. All
registered voters in Precinct 9 will be notified of the change via mailed notice from Hennepin
County at least 25 days before the election. Information regarding the new polling location will be
published in the Park Perspective, Sun Sailor newspaper, and on the city website. All maps and
precinct finders will be updated to reflect the change. Regular notifications of the change will also
go out via all social media outlets, Next Door, and Gov Delivery.
As of now, all other polling places previously designated will remain unchanged for 2020 and are
scheduled to be reviewed as a part of the redistricting process in 2021. Elections staff have
communicated with representatives from all 16 polling places to discuss the changing needs related
to COVID-19 and our commitment to prioritizing the health and safety of voters, election workers,
and all users of the facilities on Election Day. Regular communications will continue over the coming
months as we adapt to the changing situation.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social
capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Discussion, Resolution
Prepared by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Reviewed by: Nancy Deno, deputy city manager/HR director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
Page 2 City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4f)
Title: Resolution approving relocation of polling place for 2020 Primary and General Elections
Discussion
Considerations and analysis
When a polling location changes voters must find that new location, plan a route to go vote,
and know about the change. This requires checking information online, in print or by mail. High
information voters tend to be aware changes and check information. By contrast medium and
low information voters only check in on voting once every 2-4 years. They may not be aware of
any change and moving a location can cause confusion and additional challenges for many
voters. Moving a location for a second time is therefore that much more difficult, and a third
move must be prevented.
Accessibility
The new location must serve voters with disabilities or mobility challenges. Distance to a
parking lot, access to an elevator if needed and accommodations for restrooms all must be
considered any time a polling place is selected. Precinct 9 contains a senior living facility that
makes up roughly 20% of their total voters. The new location should consider required
accessibility standards with special attention to serve this population.
City owned
Recent changes in polling locations and an exhaustive search resulted in private facilities being
removed from consideration. Disruptions to the voting process should be minimized and risk of
another change is unacceptable. A location owned and operated by the City of St. Louis Park
provides the best risk mitigation strategy. Operations and Recreation Director Cindy Walsh
approved use of the MSC and recommended against use of other city owned park facilities in
the area.
Transportation
Accessing a polling location by bus, bike or car should be a short trip from any residence within
the precinct to the polling location. Ideally residents should be able to access the location as a
pedestrian either by walking or using a wheelchair exclusively although in many cases that is
not always feasible given the size of our precincts. Unfortunately, the MSC is located outside
the precinct, is not accessible easily by bus and is separated from the district by a major rail
line. Given this reality, education and outreach about the change should include directions to
access the new polling location. We consulted Engineering Director Deb Heiser and she
provided information about traffic disruption and possible routes for voters traveling to the
polling place via bike, bus, or car. Elections staff will work with the senior living facilities to
discuss possible shuttle service for voters to the precinct through Metro Mobility or other
means, although given the impact of COVID-19 the recommendation for vulnerable populations
will be to strongly consider voting by mail.
Poll Workers
Locations should be climate controlled and have easy access to restroom and lunchroom
facilities for poll workers. Frequently they are working 14 or more hours to serve
voters. Properly maintained facilities that regularly host large groups of employees help to
facilitate these temporary needs. The MSC has a lunchroom and space for employees which
the poll workers could share.
Page 3 City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4f)
Title: Resolution approving relocation of polling place for 2020 Primary and General Elections
Parking
A facility can expect 100 or more voters during peak times for voting in any precinct in St. Louis
Park. Voting typically takes 15 minutes and most voters use a car to transport themselves
without anyone else to the polls. This means that large parking lots can help to deal with
fluctuations in parking volume. For the MSC this could mean workers would be displaced
during election days and would have to consider alternate accommodations.
Recommendation: Use the Municipal Service Center as a permanent polling location for
Precinct 9 and consider the recent, multiple location changes in redistricting discussions in
2021. Mitigate the transportation concerns through targeted, direct voter outreach and
education efforts.
Page 4 City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4f)
Title: Resolution approving relocation of polling place for 2020 Primary and General Elections
Resolution No. 20-___
Resolution approving relocation of polling place for Precinct 9 located in Ward 3
from Knollwood Place Apartments to the St. Louis Park Municipal Service
Center, 7305 Oxford St.
Whereas, on April 2, 2012 the St. Louis Park City Council adopted Resolution No. 12-060,
establishing precinct boundaries and polling places following the 2010 U.S. Census, Legislative
Redistricting; and
Whereas, the city was informed that Knollwood Place Apartments located at 3630 Phillips
Parkway would not be available for use as a polling place for the 2020 election cycle; and
Whereas, MN Statute Section 204B.16 states voting locations must be located within the
boundaries of a precinct or within one mile of a boundary, accessible to and usable by elderly
individuals and individuals with disabilities, and of sufficient size to accommodate all election
activities; and
Whereas, the alternate polling location has been evaluated and recommended based on
the criteria established and statutory requirements.
Now therefore be it resolved that the St. Louis Park City Council hereby designates the
following relocated polling place for Ward 3, Precinct 9 for the 2020 Primary and General
Elections and all future elections:
Precinct 9 – St. Louis Park Municipal Service Center, 7305 Oxford Street
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4g
Executive summary
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is considered
essential business and is categorized as a Required Action**
• Motion to adopt Resolution rescinding item 9 of Resolution 3681, authorizing the installation
of parking restrictions on both sides of the road within 50 feet of the intersection of 36th 1/2
Street and Kipling Avenue, and authorizing timed parking restrictions on the west side of
Kipling Avenue north of Excelsior Boulevard.
Policy consideration: The installation of parking restrictions is allowed per the city’s established
regulatory authority.
Summary: In March 2020, staff received a request to evaluate safety concerns near the
intersection of 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue. The concerns revolve around the ability to
see oncoming vehicles when turning onto 36th 1/2 Street from Kipling Avenue.
Later in March 2020, the traffic committee reviewed the request to evaluate this intersection.
The committee recommended to restrict parking within 50 feet of the intersection on both sides
of the street. The restrictions are recommended to increase sight distances and prevent parked
vehicles from impeding the intersection.
In April 2020, a letter was sent to the area to all property owners, residents, and tenants
outlining the concerns and recommended parking restrictions and asked for feedback. The letter
was sent to over 400 addresses. Staff received 10 comments. Four were in favor of the
restrictions, three were in favor of the restrictions in general but wanted some sort of change,
and three were against the restrictions.
The west side of Kipling Avenue north of Excelsior Boulevard has timed parking restrictions.
These are governed by Resolution 3681. The proposed resolution rescinds the specific item
governing these restrictions and rewrites them to account for the proposed all-day 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 3681 and new resolution
Location map
Prepared by: Ben Manibog, transportation engineer
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 2
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
Discussion
Background: In March 2020, staff received a request to evaluate safety concerns near the
intersection of 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue. The concerns revolve around the ability to
see oncoming vehicles when turning onto 36th 1/2 Street from Kipling Avenue.
Parking is currently allowed on both sides of the street near this intersection. There are existing
parking restrictions on the south leg more than 50 feet south of the intersection. At that point,
the west side has 2-hour parking restrictions and the east side has all-day parking restrictions.
Later in March 2020, the traffic committee reviewed the request to evaluate this intersection.
The committee recommended to restrict parking within 50 feet of the intersection on both sides
of the street. The restrictions are recommended to increase sight distances and prevent parked
vehicles from impeding the intersection.
In April 2020, a letter was sent to the area to all property owners, residents, and tenants
outlining the concerns and recommended parking restrictions and asked for feedback. The letter
was sent to over 400 addresses. Staff received 10 comments. Four were in favor of the
restrictions, three were in favor of the restrictions in general but wanted some sort of change,
and three were against the restrictions. Their comments are summarized below:
Comments in favor of parking restrictions:
• I wanted to comment and say I think this is a great recommendation. As a resident who
frequently crosses through these intersections, I can say I rarely feel safe crossing
because of the lack of visibility. While some may find inconvenience with reduced areas
to park, after living in the neighborhood, I believe there is ample parking space farther
from the intersection and fully support his initiative.
– Paige Olson
• I am VERY much in favor of the proposed parking restriction for the Kipling Ave. and 36
1/2 St intersection. It is dangerous without any cars parked near. When cars are parked
near, you need to inch very far into the intersection to get a clear view. Again, I am very
much in favor of the parking restriction proposal.
– Jill Cook
• I live in the Park Villa apartments just a House off that intersection since November 2018. I
think you should add the signs to make it safer to cross the street as a car or pedestrian.
I’ve read about sustainable cities and street design, and I know having cars parked on the
side of streets can help lower speeds and give drivers a warning sign that there’s less
space visually and more potential for a crash. However, I completely understand that any
cars on Kipling cannot see the cars coming, especially cars coming around the easy right
turn lane of Excelsior onto W 36 1/2.
If W 36 1/2 St is repaired or redesigned more in the future, here’s a couple of ideas to
help improve it in my opinion:
- I would love to see a bump out that would make the turn from Excelsior to W 36 1/2
more harsh, lowering the speed of cars onto the street.
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 3
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
- Another idea is one completed sidewalk on Kipling with an elevated speed
bump/crossing lines perhaps for the intersection? I’ve seen those in Minneapolis a
lot, but if they harm ADA standards perhaps bump outs and the parking restrictions
would be best, as well as a speed limit reduction
-Jonathan Smith
• Nancy Duncan of 3600 Lynn Avenue called to say she was very happy with the
proposed parking restrictions. She wished more of the street was restricted to
parking. She also asked for the restrictions to be applied to Lynn Avenue.
Comments in favor of restrictions but wanted changes:
• I have been a renter in this neighborhood for a total of 4 years. There are a lot of
renters/owners in this area that are forced to park on the street due to a lack of driveway
and garage space. It is manageable though because there is a lot of available street
parking and residents aren't forced to park far way from their homes. I agree with
the fact that increased sight distances are critical to the safety of the neighborhood and
those driving through the neighborhood, but 50 feet seems excessive. In an area that is
already tight on parking this change would take away roughly 24 parking spaces for
average size (16-17 feet) vehicles. I feel that 30 feet would be more reasonable as this
would save 8 parking spots.
– Jenna Luisier
• As a 5-year resident of the neighborhood, I tend to agree with the proposal. I go through
the intersection every day on my way to work, and it's definitely a dicey operation, as no
one can see the other coming. Even though I always have the right of way, I always slow
down and prepare for a spur of the moment stop, as I've had a few close calls. However,
might I suggest holding off on the implementation for a bit? Space is pretty tight there
right now, as all the builders for the new bank on Excelsior and Monterey park in that
area while working. I'm fortunate enough to have off-street parking, but I strongly
suspect that the folks who are less fortunate in that regard won't thank you for it if you
remove eight of those precious spots right now.
– Jesse Halvorsen, 4320 36th 1/2 St, Apt 305
• We have noticed that due to the construction of Bridgewater Bank on Excelsior Blvd, our
street has been consistently crowded with cars. While we agree there should be some
parking restrictions in place due to the concerns about sight distances and vehicles
impending the intersection, we are concerned that the proposed all day parking
restrictions will make it difficult for the residents of this block to find parking spots at the
end of the work day. Our duplex is occupied with 3 residents, as are a lot of the other
duplexes on the street. A lot of us rely on street parking on this block. We believe it
would be extremely helpful to have parking restrictions during the day, but that these
restrictions end at 4pm. This would allow for the street to stay relatively open during the
day to assist in sight visibility near the stop signs, but it would also ensure that the
residents of this block are able to park near their residences.
– Laurel Szalkowski
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 4
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
Comments against the proposed restrictions:
• We live at 3622 Kipling Ave, so we are well familiar to the specific area in question. I am
not in favor of the cited parking restrictions. Although sight lines are blocked currently,
this is not an issue normally. Once all the huge trucks that are parked there on a daily
basis leave when the construction of the Bridgewater Bank Building is complete this
problem will for the most part go away. There is more traffic sometimes due to Opitz,
but it’s not difficult to see around those vehicles and they don’t normally park on 36 ½
anyways- they park on Kipling. Also, if you restrict the said areas, cars will just move up
into our actual neighborhood, making it more difficult for the people who live here to
find a spot to park on a daily basis. I would say the main issue is speed. As you are
probably aware, people use 36 ½ Street as a short cut and they go so fast on this road –
it’s crazy. So, if anything, a speed bump or a stop sign at that corner would be the best
move in my opinion.
– Karen Javurek
• Your letter dated April 3, 2020 did not state why the proposed change was being
considered. I can only assume that it is for safety concerns. A simple solution would be
to install a 4-way stop sign at the intersection. Part of the issue may be caused by the
construction workers for the new building going up at Excelsior & Monterey. They need
spaces to park and many times their vehicles are oversized. At 4:30 on 4-20-2020 there
were no cars parked in those areas near the intersection, which may indicate that they
were from the construction site. There is already a shortage of parking in that area, and
your proposal will eliminate approximately 16-24 parking spaces. Our tenants, at 3614-16
Kipling, already experience enough competition for off-street parking.
– Jeff Meehan, 18900 37th Ave N, Plymouth
• this email is to inform you that your proposed restrictions on or near Kipling will eliminate
parking for my tenants @ 3614-16 Kipling Ave who depend on street parking for their
vehicles. In an already complex living /work situation for tenants, I am wondering what
other provisions you intend on putting in place for my tenants to park their vehicles? Is
there additional information in this proposal that is missing? Otherwise, you have
eliminated parking in front of a residential property which has always been entitled to on-
street parking. In addition, and if no other explanation is forthcoming, I will need to
attend your scheduled May 4th meeting. Although the "Shelter in Place" order may be
lifted at that time, I must secure parking for my tenants and will have no other choice but
to attend your scheduled meeting and defend the rights of my tenants. I wonder if there
is not a simpler solution, such as a 4-WAY stop, or somehow focus the onus of your
parking issue on Opitz Outlet which is most likely the source of this congestion.
– Joanie Meehan, 18900 37th Ave N, Plymouth
• I was assuming that you understood, parking is already tight in the area and eliminating
ANY parking for ANY tenants in the NEIGHBORHOOD could result in competition for on
street parking. It is already a pretty hostile environment on the streets and in the
workplace. I am surprised by the City of St. Louis Park to try to make such bold move
during these uncertain times. Especially without the opportunity for residents or tax
paying owners to voice their opinion in a more open forum.
-Joanie Meehan, 18900 37th Ave N, Plymouth
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 5
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
Resolution: There are existing timed parking restrictions on the west side of Kipling Avenue
south of its intersection with 36th 1/2 Street. The restrictions, “No Parking 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.”, are
governed by Resolution 3681. The resolution, adopted in 1969, created parking restrictions at
many locations across the city.
Item 9 of the resolution focuses on the west side of Kipling Avenue at the location in question.
The proposed resolution rescinds this item and rewrites it to account for the new “all-day”
parking restrictions.
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 6
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 7
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 8
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
Resolution No. 20-____
Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park received a request to evaluate safety concerns at the
intersection of 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue; and,
Whereas, the traffic committee has reviewed the request and recommended the
installation of parking restrictions on both sides of the streets within 50 feet of the intersection
of 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue; and,
Whereas, Resolution 3681 governed timed parking restrictions on Kipling Avenue as well
as many other locations; and,
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely, and reliably.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that Item 9 of Resolution 3681 is rescinded.
It is further resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, that the
engineering director is hereby authorized to:
1. Install all-day parking restrictions on both sides of 36th 1/2 Street from 50 feet west
of the west right of way line of Kipling Avenue to 50 feet east of the east right of
way line of Kipling Avenue.
2. Install all-day parking restrictions on both sides of Kipling Avenue from 50 feet
south of the south right of way line of 36th 1/2 Street to 50 feet north of the north
right of way line of 36th 1/2 Street.
3. Install “Two Hour Parking 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.” parking restrictions on the west side of
Kipling Avenue from the north right of way line of Excelsior Boulevard to 50 feet
south of the south right of way line of 36th 1/2 Street
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4g) Page 9
Title: Traffic Study 725 - Authorize parking restrictions on 36th 1/2 Street and Kipling Avenue
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Consent agenda item: 4h
Executive summary
Title: Traffic Study 726 – Authorize parking restrictions on Hampshire Avenue near Lenox
Community Center
Recommended action: Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the installation of parking
restrictions on the east side of Hampshire Avenue near the NW driveway of 6715 Minnetonka
Boulevard.
Policy consideration: The installation of parking restrictions is allowed per the city’s established
regulatory authority.
Summary: In January 2020, staff received a request to evaluate parking restrictions on the east
side of Hampshire Avenue near the northwest driveway of Lenox Community Center. The
requestor explained that buses and other large vehicles had difficulty pulling onto Hampshire
Avenue due to vehicles parking too close to the driveway.
In February 2020, the traffic committee reviewed the request to evaluate parking restrictions at
that location. The committee recommended to restrict parking within 50 feet north and south
of the driveway in question. The restrictions are recommended to better facilitate school bus
movement from the community center.
In April 2020, a letter was sent to the surrounding area looking for comments and concerns
regarding the proposed parking changes. No comments were received. The letter was sent to
over 170 addresses.
Financial or budget considerations: The cost of enacting these controls is minimal and will
come out of the general operating budget.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Location map
Prepared by: Ben Manibog, transportation engineer
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4h) Page 2
Title: Traffic Study 726 – Authorize parking restrictions on Hampshire Avenue near Lenox Community Center
Resolution No. 20-____
Authorizing parking restrictions on Hampshire Avenue near
Lenox Community Center
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park received a request to evaluate parking restrictions on
Hampshire Avenue near Lenox Community Center; and,
Whereas, the traffic committee has reviewed the request and recommended the
installation of parking restrictions on the east side of Hampshire Avenue within 50 feet of Lenox
Community Center’s northwest driveway; and,
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely, and reliably.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that the engineering director is hereby authorized to:
• Install parking restrictions on the east side of Hampshire Avenue from 190 feet
south of the south right of way line of Minnetonka Boulevard to 340 feet south of
the south right of way line of Minnetonka Boulevard.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 4h) Page 3
Title: Traffic Study 726 – Authorize parking restrictions on Hampshire Avenue near Lenox Community Center
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Public hearing: 6a
Executive summary
Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area
(HIA)
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is considered
essential business and is categorized as Time-Sensitive**
• Mayor to open public hearing, take testimony, and then close the public hearing.
Policy consideration: Does the city council support the creation of a Housing Improvement
Area for the South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association?
Summary: The city is authorized by the state to establish HIAs as a finance tool for private
housing improvements. An HIA is a defined area within a city where housing improvements are
made and the cost of the improvements are paid in whole or in part from fees imposed on the
properties within the area. The city adopted an HIA policy in 2001 and has previously
established seven HIAs. The South Cedar Trails HIA proposal meets the intent of the city policy.
In April 2020, the South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association (Association) submitted signed
petitions from a majority of owners requesting the city council schedule a public hearing to
establish the HIA and impose fees. Per state statute, cities may only establish an HIA when 50%
or more of the association owners petition the city to do so. As of April 28, petitions have been
received and validated from 88%, or 28 of the 32 owners.
Following the petition process the association and city were notified of some windows and a
garage door that did not need to be replaced. The city will work with the association and Ehlers
to update the fee schedule prior to adoption of the resolution.
Financial or budget considerations: HIA will be funded using an internal loan from the housing
rehab fund. The total project cost, including soft costs is $623,300.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of
housing and neighborhood oriented development.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolution
Ordinance
Prepared by: Marney Olson, assistant housing supervisor
Reviewed by: Michele Schnitker, housing supervisor; Karen Barton, CD director; Tim Simon, CFO
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 6a) Page 2
Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Discussion
Background: The city is authorized by the state to establish HIAs as a finance tool for private
housing improvements. An HIA is a defined area within a city where housing improvements are
made and the cost of the improvements are paid in whole or in part from fees imposed on the
properties within the area. The city adopted an HIA policy in 2001 and has previously adopted
seven HIAs. The South Cedar Trails HIA proposal meets the intent of the city policy.
The association first expressed interest in learning about the HIA process in spring 2019 to
assist with financing needed repairs. The association board began meeting with city staff April
2019. At the June 2019 association meeting the association voted 32-0 to move forward with
the HIA. The association had urgent roof and siding repairs that need to be completed more
quickly due to weather concerns and insurance requirements. With the tight timeline required
the association passed an assessment of $7,000 per unit for the siding and roofing only and that
work has been completed.
The association conducted a physical needs assessment and financial plan review, known as a
reserve study, to assist in making decisions related to property improvements. Per the city’s
policy, HIA financial assistance is last resort financing and should not be provided to projects
that have the financial feasibility to proceed without the benefit of HIA financing. The
association’s current reserve does not cover the cost of the work needed and the association
has been turned down by Belle Bank and Royal Credit Union for funding.
On March 11, 2020 the city received the associations updated preliminary application for the
HIA. In April 2020, the city and association hosted a virtual meeting with the owners to review
the HIA process and walk through the petition that each homeowner received.
Petitions submitted: The South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association submitted signed
petitions from a majority of owners April 14 requesting the city council schedule a public hearing
to establish the HIA and impose fees. Per state statute, cities may only establish an HIA when
50% or more of the association owners petition the city to do so. As of April 28, petitions have
been received and validated from 88%, or 28 of the 32 owners.
Filing an objection and veto period: Before the ordinance is adopted or at the hearing in which
it is to be adopted, the owner of a housing unit in the proposed HIA may file a written objection
with the city clerk asserting that the owners’ property should not be included in the HIA or should
not be subjected to a housing improvement fee and objecting to the inclusion of the housing unit
in the HIA, for the reason that the property would not benefit from the proposed improvements
If residents of 45 percent or more of the housing units in the HIA file an objection to the
ordinance with the city clerk before the effective date of the ordinance, the ordinance will not
become effective.
As of April 28, the city has not received any written objections to the HIA; however, one
homeowner notified the city that they had made a down payment to the association on two
windows and their garage door had already been replaced. The South Cedar Trails association
has provided information to the city that five units made a down payment on windows and
those windows were at 2019 prices, so the city will work with the association and Ehlers to
update the fee schedule.
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 6a) Page 3
Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Funding: staff is recommending that the HIA loan be funded using internal funding based on
the amount of the loan. The use of internal funds will earn interest income for the city and
decrease the cost to the association compared to the cost of issuing bonds. The use of internal
funds also allows owners the ability to pay off the balance of their fee in the future. The loan
will come from the housing rehab budget.
Association information: South Cedar Trails is located at 4401 - 4561 Cedar Lake Road.
• The association is comprised of 32 townhomes built in 1977.
• There are 17 units with two bedrooms and 15 units with three bedrooms.
• The 2020 median estimated market value (EMV) is $202,150 and the range of EMV is
$190,300-$216,800.
• 20 of the 32 units (63%) are homesteaded.
Analysis of application: The purpose of the city’s HIA policy is to establish the city’s position
relating to the use of HIA financing for private housing improvements. The policy is used as a
guide in processing and reviewing applications requesting HIA financing and is attached to this
report.
The current HIA proposal has been reviewed by staff and meets the city’s HIA policy and
intentions of the housing improvement area state statute. The city’s financial advisor, Ehlers
and Associates, and legal counsel, Kennedy and Graven, have reviewed the HIA financing to
ensure it is within applicable state statute and financial requirements.
1. HIA meets city goals. The proposed improvements meet the city HIA goal of preserving
and upgrading the existing housing stock in a neighborhood.
2. The city’s HIA policy states the average market value of units in the association should
not exceed the maximum home purchase price for existing homes under the state’s
first-time home buyer program which is currently $330,100. The home values in this
association meet this requirement. Metropolitan council considers a home valued at
$254,500 to be affordable at 80% AMI and $199,500 affordable at 60% AMI. All of the
townhomes at South Cedar Trails are affordable at 80% and a portion are affordable at
60% AMI.
3. The association contracted with a third party to conduct a reserve study. The association
received the reserve study report in September 2019. The study includes a physical and
capital needs assessment and a financial analysis of the existing and projected financial
situation. It also includes recommended increases to the association dues required to
meet maintenance and capital improvement needs in the future.
4. Project costs are eligible for use of the HIA. The association went out for bids in 2019
and then received updated bids based on 2020 prices. All of the work proposed in the
scope of work is eligible for use of the HIA.
City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 6a) Page 4
Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Proposed scope of work scheduled for 2020.
Site work
Remove and replace parking lot.
New landscaping and drainage to include a new French drain system, replacing retaining
walls and new plant materials.
Remove and dispose of existing fence and install new privacy fence.
Garage Doors
Remove and replace 31 garage doors.
Windows
Remove and replace windows in individual units.
Total loan amount: The total loan amount is $623,300, comprising $598,300 for
construction costs and $25,000 for city administrative, legal and financial costs. The
term of the loan and imposed fees would be 15 years.
South Cedar Trails HIA 15 Years
Breakdown of capital costs
Parking Lot $84,000
Landscaping/drainage $115,500
Fencing $80,850
Garage doors $27,300
Windows $263,070
Contingency (5%) $27,580
Total capital costs $598,300
Breakdown of soft costs
City administrative fee $5,000
Legal fee $15,000
Financial advisor $5,000
Total $25,000
Total project costs $623,300
Preliminary estimates of the fees to be imposed on housing units in the South Cedar
Trails Housing Improvement Area are based on an interest rate of 3.71%. This interest
rate is subject to change based on market conditions. The fee schedule was prepared by
Ehlers and Associates.
5. The city requires the majority of owners to support the HIA. The association board has
been meeting with the association since spring of 2019 and the city has participated in
two meetings with the HIA. Per submitted minutes the association members voted 32-0
in support of the HIA at their June 26, 2019 meeting. The association met the petitioning
requirements with 88% of homeowners petitioning for the creation of the HIA.
6. HIA financing is necessary for this project. The association’s current reserve does not
cover the work needed and the association has been turned down by two banks. This
meets the requirement that HIA financial assistance is last resort financing.
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
7. Fees and loan terms. The fee per unit (prepayment amount) ranges from $11,257 -
$22,404. The annual fee per unit if paid over the 15-year term will range from $1,041.66
- $2,073.13. If a homeowner does not prepay the HIA fee, their annual fee is calculated
at 105% to cover delinquent or deferred payments. The interest rate is based on market
conditions and is subject to change.
Total Loan amount $623,300
Term (years) 15
Interest Rate 3.71%
Average Annual Debt Service $52,682
Required coverage (105%) $55,316
Total units 32
If the HIA is approved, owners not prepaying would begin making payments with their
2021 real estate tax payments. Funding the loan internally allows owners flexibility in
prepaying without interest or paying off the loan in the future.
8. Association’s desired method of fee imposition. State statute 428A.14 requires that “if a
fee is imposed on a basis other than the tax capacity or square footage of the housing
unit, the council must make a finding that the alternative basis for the fee is more fair
and reasonable.”
The association is requesting that fees be based as follows: The portion of the HIA fee
attributable to common elements shall be divided evenly among the 32 housing units
and the portion of the HIA fee attributable to windows shall be allocated based on the
number of windows installed in each housing unit.
City staff consulted with Kennedy and Graven regarding the basis of the fees which have
been found to meet statutory requirements of being more fair and reasonable since it is
consistent with the association’s HOA dues which are divided evenly among the 32
housing units and the windows are being calculated separately so homeowners only pay
for widows they are having installed.
Homeowner issues or concerns: The association held multiple meetings related to the
proposed scope of work and costs associated with improvements. The association initially
approved up to $800,000 for the HIA but the costs came in much lower. City staff met with the
association in spring 2019 to give an overview of the HIA process and held a meeting in early
April to walk through the petition and explain the petition and public hearing process.
The city’s attorney, Kennedy and Graven, drafted the petition according to state statute and the
city included an information piece explaining the process and fees. The signed petitions were
submitted to the city and the city clerk and assistant housing supervisor reviewed, counted and
verified the petitions. There were three petitions in question that the city consulted with
Kennedy and Graven on and they were verified.
The terms of the HIA loan provide a low interest, 15-year loan. The city also allows for hardship
deferrals for low income seniors and low-income disabled owners. The hardship deferral allows
the fee, including interest, to be deferred until the owner occupant sells or transfers title.
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Hardship deferral information was included in the petition packet which was both mailed and
emailed to homeowners.
The HIA will be funded using an internal loan from the housing rehab fund. Funding the HIA
with internal funding allows owners more flexibility in paying off the assessment in the future.
The HIA process does allow for an objection and veto period. Although the city has not received
any written objections to the creation of the HIA, the city is working with the association to
remedy the window and garage door discrepancy of at least one homeowner. The city has
consulted with Kennedy and Graven and the finalized numbers may not exceed the amount in
the petition and notice of public hearing.
City issues or concerns: The city is protected from financial risk in several ways:
• Repayment of the loan is made through owner’s real estate tax payments.
• In foreclosure events, tax liabilities including special assessments, must be paid by any
party that purchases the unit. In cases of foreclosure, HIA fees have been treated the
same as special assessments.
• There is a 105% debt coverage as shown on the attached fee table.
• A development agreement is required which will provide additional contractual conditions
to ensure financial stability of the association including, but not limited, to requiring the
use of professional property management and submitting annual audits.
City staff have consulted with Kennedy and Graven to ensure all statutory requirements are
met and Ehlers and Associates has prepared the HIA assessment structure and fee schedule.
Next steps: The next step in the HIA process is first reading of the ordinance followed by the
second reading/adoption of the ordinance and adoption of the resolution.
May 18, 2020
June 1, 2020
First reading of ordinance
Second reading/adoption of ordinance and adoption of resolution
By June 6, 2020 Mail summary of ordinance to unit owners
By July 1, 2020 Mail ordinance to Commissioner of Revenue.
July 15, 2020 Veto period ends
July 27, 2020 Prepayments due
August 3, 2020 Housing rehab fund loan and development agreement approved
August 4, 2020 Association can move forward with construction
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Resolution No. 20-____
Resolution approving a housing improvement fee for the South Cedar Trails
Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area pursuant to Minnesota
statutes, sections 428A.11 to 428A.21
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park as follows:
Section 1. Recitals.
1.01. The City of St. Louis Park (the "city") is authorized under Minnesota Statutes,
Sections 428A.11 to 428A.21 (the "Act") to establish by ordinance a housing improvement area
within which housing improvements are made or constructed and the costs of the improvements
are paid in whole or in part from fees imposed within the area.
1.02. The City Council of the city (the “council”) adopted a Housing Improvement Area
policy on July 16, 2001 (the “HIA Policy”).
1.03. By Ordinance No. _________ adopted on June 1, 2020 (the "Enabling Ordinance"),
the council has established the South Cedar Trails Homeowners Housing Improvement Area (the
“South Cedar Trails HIA”) in order to facilitate certain improvements to property known as the
"South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association, Inc." (the “Association”) all in accordance with the
HIA Policy and the Act.
1.04. In accordance with Section 428A.12 of the Act, owners of at least 50 percent of the
housing units within the South Cedar Trails HIA have filed petitions with the City Clerk of the city
requesting a public hearing regarding imposition of a housing improvement fee for the South
Cedar Trails HIA.
1.05. The council conducted a public hearing on May 4, 2020, duly noticed in accordance
with Section 428A.13 of the Act, regarding adoption of this resolution at which all persons,
including owners of property within the South Cedar Trails HIA, were given an opportunity to be
heard.
1.06. The council finds that the South Cedar Trails HIA meets each of the approval criteria
contained in the HIA Policy (listed as 5.01A- 5.01M), including the criterion that a majority of the
condominium association owners support the project and the financing thereof.
1.07. Prior to the date hereof, the Association has submitted to the city a financial plan
prepared by Cedar Management, Inc., an independent third party, that provides for the
Association to finance maintenance and operation of the Common Elements in the Association (as
defined in the Association’s bylaws) and a long-range plan to conduct and finance capital
improvements therein, all in accordance with Section 428A.14 of the Act.
1.08. For the purposes of this resolution, the terms "South Cedar Trails HIA" and
"Housing Improvements" have the meanings provided in the Enabling Ordinance.
Section 2. Housing Improvement Fee Imposed.
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
2.01. The city hereby imposes a fee on each housing unit within the South Cedar Trails HIA
(the "Housing Improvement Fee"), as specified in Exhibit A attached hereto, which is imposed for
(i) Housing Improvements divided evenly among the housing units, and (ii) windows based on the
number of windows installed in each unit, all as prescribed in the Amended and Restated
Declaration of South Cedar Trails Association.
2.02. The council hereby finds that the Housing Improvement Fee for the Common
Elements is imposed based on 1/32 ownership of the Common Elements, as provided in the
Association’s bylaws. The Housing Improvement Fee is divided evenly among the 32 units in the
South Cedar Trails HIA, with the exception of the portion of the Housing Improvement Fee
allocated to windows, which is based on the number of windows installed in each unit. The
Council expressly finds that this basis for allocation of costs aligns with the ownership and
Association fee methodology in effect for the Association, and is thus more fair and reasonable
than imposition of a Housing Improvement Fee on the basis of tax capacity or square footage.
2.03. Housing unit owners may prepay the Housing Improvement Fee in total and
without interest thereon between the effective date of this resolution and July 27, 2020. The
amount of the prepayment is shown under the heading “Total Cost (Prepayment Amount)” in
Exhibit A attached hereto. Partial prepayment of the Housing Improvement Fee shall not be
permitted. Prepayment must be made to the City Treasurer. Housing unit owners may also fully
prepay the unpaid portion of their Housing Improvement Fee in any subsequent year. If a
prepayment is made by November 15 of any year, the amount must include interest at the rate
of 3.71% through the end of that calendar year. If the prepayment is made after November 15,
the amount must include interest through the end of the following calendar year.
2.04. If the total Housing Improvement Fee is not paid between the effective date of this
resolution and July 27, 2020, the Housing Improvement Fee shall be imposed as an annual fee, in
the amount shown under the heading “Annual Fee” in Exhibit A. The Housing Improvement Fee
shall be imposed in equal installments, beginning in 2021, for a period no greater than 15 years
after the first installment is due and payable. The Annual Fee shall be deemed to include interest
on the unpaid portion of the total Housing Improvement Fee. Interest at an annual interest rate of
3.71 percent per annum shall begin to accrue on the Housing Improvement Fee from the date of
closing on the loan of city or Economic Development Authority funds to finance the Housing
Improvements. The Annual Fee shall be structured such that estimated collection of the Annual
Fee will produce at least five percent in excess of the amount needed to meet, when due, the
principal and interest on the Housing Improvement Fee.
2.05. Unless prepaid between the effective date of this resolution and July 27, 2020, the
Housing Improvement Fee shall be payable at the same time and in the same manner as provided
for payment and collection of ad valorem taxes, as provided in Sections 428A.15 and 428A.05 of
the Act. As set forth therein, the Housing Improvement Fee is not included in the calculation of
levies or limits on levies imposed under any law or charter.
2.06. A de minimis fee may be imposed by Hennepin County for services in connection to
administration required in order for the fee to be made payable at the same time and in the same
manner as provided for payment and collection of ad valorem taxes.
Section 3. Notice of Right to File Objections.
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
3.01. Within five days after the adoption of this resolution, the City Clerk is authorized and
directed to mail to the owner of each housing unit in the South Cedar Trails HIA: a summary of this
resolution, notice that owners subject to the Housing Improvement Fee have a right to veto this
resolution if owners of at least 45 percent of the housing units within the South Cedar Trails HIA
file a written objection with the City Clerk before the effective date of this resolution, and notice
that a copy of this resolution is on file with the City Clerk for public inspection.
Section 4. Effective Date.
4.01. This Resolution shall be effective 45 days after adoption hereof.
Section 5. Filing of Housing Improvement Fee.
5.01. After July 28, 2020, the City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this resolution together
with a final update of Exhibit A hereto to the Hennepin County Director of Taxation to be recorded
on the property tax lists of the county for taxes payable in 2021 and thereafter.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council June 1, 2020.
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Exhibit A to Resolution No. 20-____
City of St. Louis Park
Housing Improvement Area - South Cedar Trails HIA
Assessment Allocation
Association Unit No.Percentage
Interest
Total Common
Area Construction
Cost
Total Financing &
Soft Costs
Total Construction
Cost for 2 Windows
Total Construction
Cost for 3 Windows
TOTAL COSTS
(PREPAYMENT
AMOUNT)
* Annual Fee
(105% of Total
Costs)
Total P & I Paid
Per Unit (105%) -
Non prepaid only
4401 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4405 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4409 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4413 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4417 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4421 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4425 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4429 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4433 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4437 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4441 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4445 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4449 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4453 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $1,934 $0 $13,191 $1,220.62 $18,309.34
4457 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4461 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4501 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4505 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $0 $11,257 $1,041.66 $15,624.95
4509 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $0 $11,257 $1,041.66 $15,624.95
4513 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4517 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4521 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4525 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $5,580 $0 $16,837 $1,558.00 $23,369.98
4529 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4533 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4537 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4541 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4545 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $11,147 $22,404 $2,073.13 $31,096.96
4549 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $8,538 $0 $19,795 $1,831.71 $27,475.68
4553 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $0 $11,257 $1,041.66 $15,624.95
4557 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $5,580 $0 $16,837 $1,558.00 $23,369.98
4561 0.03125 $10,476 $781 $0 $0 $11,257 $1,041.66 $15,624.95
GRAND TOTAL 100.00%$335,230.00 $25,000.00 $107,012.00 $156,058.00 $623,300.00 $57,675.93 $865,139.01
SOUTH CEDAR TRAILS HOUSING IMPROVEMENT AREA
South Cedar
Trails
* Note: Annual fee amount is calculated based upon payment of total costs at 105%
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
Ordinance No. ____-20
Ordinance establishing the South Cedar Trails
Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 428A.11 to 428A.21
The City of St. Louis Park does hereby ordain:
Section 1. Recitals.
1.01. The City of St. Louis Park (the "city") is authorized under Minnesota Statutes,
Sections 428A.11 to 428A.21 (the "Act") to establish by ordinance a housing improvement area
within which housing improvements are made or constructed and the costs of the improvements
are paid in whole or in part from fees imposed within the area.
1.02. The City Council of the city (the “council”) adopted a Housing Improvement Area
policy on July 16, 2001 (the “HIA Policy”).
1.03. The city has determined a need to establish the South Cedar Trails Homeowners
Association Housing Improvement Area (South Cedar Trails HIA) as further defined herein, in order
to facilitate certain improvements to property known as South Cedar Trails Homeowners
Association, Inc. (the “Association"), all in accordance with the HIA Policy.
1.04. The city has consulted with the Association and with residents in the proposed South
Cedar Trails HIA regarding the establishment of the South Cedar Trails HIA and the housing
improvements to be constructed and financed under this ordinance.
Section 2. Findings.
2.01. The council finds that, in accordance with Section 428A.12 of the Act, owners of at
least 50 percent of the housing units within the proposed South Cedar Trails HIA have filed a
petition with the City Clerk requesting a public hearing regarding the establishment of the South
Cedar Trails HIA.
2.02. The council conducted a public hearing on May 4, 2020, duly noticed in accordance
with Section 428A.13 of the Act, regarding adoption of this ordinance, at which all persons,
including owners of property within the proposed South Cedar Trails HIA, were given an
opportunity to be heard.
2.03. The council finds that, without establishment of the South Cedar Trails HIA, the
Housing Improvements (as hereinafter defined) could not be made by the Association or the
owners of housing units therein.
2.04. The council further finds that designation of the South Cedar Trails HIA is needed to
maintain and preserve the housing units within such area.
2.05. The council further finds that by Resolution No. _____ adopted on the date hereof
(the “Fee Resolution”), the city has provided full disclosure of public expenditures, loans, or other
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
financing arrangements in connection with the South Cedar Trails HIA, and has determined that
the Association will contract for the Housing Improvements.
2.06. The city will be the implementing entity for the South Cedar Trails HIA and the
Housing Improvement Fee (as set forth in the Fee Resolution and Section 5 below).
2.07. The council finds that the South Cedar Trails HIA meets each of the approval criteria
contained in the HIA Policy (listed as 4.01A- 4.01N), including the criterion that a majority of the
association owners support the project and the financing thereof. The Association presented
evidence to the council adequate to demonstrate that these criteria were met, including
presentation to the council of the petitions described in 2.01 above.
Section 3. Housing Improvement Area Defined.
3.01. The South Cedar Trails HIA is hereby defined as the area of the city legally described
in Exhibit A attached hereto.
3.02. The South Cedar Trails HIA contains 32 housing units as of the date of adoption of
this ordinance, along with garage units and common areas.
Section 4. Housing Improvements Defined.
4.01. For the purposes of this ordinance, the Fee Resolution, and the
South Cedar Trails HIA, the term "Housing Improvements" shall mean the following
improvements to housing units, garages, and common areas within the South
Cedar Trails HIA: remove and replace parking lot; new landscaping and drainage
to include a new French drain system, replacing retaining walls and new plant
materials; remove and dispose of existing fence and install new privacy fence;
remove and replace 32 garage doors; remove and replace windows as needed in
individual units.
4.02. The Housing Improvements shall also be deemed to include:
(a) all administration, legal and consultant costs in connection with the South Cedar
Trails HIA;
(b) costs of arranging financing for the Housing Improvements under the Act; and
(c) interest on the internal loan as described in Section 6.01.
Section 5. Housing Improvement Fee.
5.01. The city may, by resolution adopt in accordance with the petitions, hearing and
notice procedures required under Section 428A.14 of the Act, impose a fee on the housing units
within the South Cedar Trails HIA, at a rate, term or amount sufficient to produce revenues
required to finance the construction of the Housing Improvements (hereinafter referred to as the
"Housing Improvement Fee"), subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Section.
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Title: Public hearing on South Cedar Trails Homeowners Association Housing Improvement Area (HIA)
5.02. The portion of the Housing Improvement Fee attributable to the Common
Elements shall be divided evenly among the 32 housing units, and the portion of the Housing
Improvement Fee attributable to windows shall be allocated based on the number of windows
installed in each housing unit.
5.03. The Housing Improvement Fee shall be imposed and payable for a period no
greater than 15 years after the first installment is due and payable.
5.04. Housing unit owners shall be permitted to prepay the Housing Improvement Fee in
accordance with the terms specified in the Fee Resolution.
5.05. The Housing Improvement Fee shall not exceed the amount specified in the notice
of public hearing regarding the approval of such fee; provided, however, that the Housing
Improvement Fee may be reduced after approval of the Fee Resolution setting the Housing
Improvement Fee, in the manner specified in such resolution.
Section 6. Housing Improvement Area Loan.
6.01. At any time after a contract with the Association for construction of all or part of
the Housing Improvements has been entered into or the work has been ordered, and the period
for prepayment without interest of the Housing Improvement Fee has begun as described in
Section 5.04 hereof, the council may begin disbursement to the Association of the proceeds of an
internal loan (the “Loan”) of available city funds in the principal amounts necessary to finance the
cost of the Housing Improvements that have not been prepaid, together with administrative costs.
Section 7. Annual Reports.
7.01. No later than August 15, 2021, and each August 15 thereafter until there are no
longer any outstanding obligations issued under the Act in connection with the South Cedar Trails
HIA, the Association (and any successor in interest) shall submit to the City Clerk a copy of the
Association's audited financial statements.
7.02. The Association (and any successor in interest) shall also submit to the city any
other reports or information at the times and as required by any contract entered into between
the Association and the city, or as the city may request.
Section 8. Notice of Right to File Objections.
8.01. Within five days after the adoption of this ordinance, the City Clerk is authorized
and directed to mail to the owner of each housing unit in the South Cedar Trails HIA: a summary of
this ordinance; notice that owners subject to the proposed Housing Improvement Fee have a right
to veto this ordinance if owners of at least 45 percent of the housing units within the South Cedar
Trails HIA file a written objection with the City Clerk before the effective date of this ordinance;
and notice that a copy of this ordinance is on file with the City Clerk for public inspection.
Section 9. Amendment.
9.01. This ordinance may be amended by the council upon compliance with the public
hearing and notice requirements set forth in Section 428A.13 of the Act.
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Section 10. This ordinance shall take effect 45 days after adoption hereof.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council June 1, 2020
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 May 18, 2020
Second reading June 1, 2020
Date of publication June 11, 2020
Date ordinance takes effect July 15, 2020
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Exhibit A to Ordinance No. ____-20
Legal description
Lots 1-64, both inclusive, Block 1, South Cedar Trails, Hennepin County, Minnesota
and
Lot 65, Block 1, South Cedar Trails, Hennepin County, Minnesota
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: May 4, 2020
Action agenda item: 8a
Executive summary
Title: Traffic Study 718 – Authorize parking restrictions on the south CR 25 Service Drive
Recommended action: **Due to the COVID-19 emergency declaration, this item is considered
essential business and is categorized as a Required Action**
•Motion to adopt Resolution authorizing the installation of parking restrictions on the north
side of the S County Road 25 Service Drive as well as the south side of the service drive
within 50 feet of each intersection between Beltline Boulevard and Inglewood Avenue.
Policy consideration: The installation of parking restrictions is allowed per the city’s established
regulatory authority.
Summary: In September 2019, staff received multiple requests to evaluate parking restrictions
on the south County Road (CR) 25 Service Drive between Beltline Boulevard and Inglewood
Avenue. A summary of the complaints received were the following:
•Difficulty seeing oncoming vehicles when turning onto the service drive
•Difficulty maneuvering large vehicles along the road with parked vehicles on both sides
•Difficulty turning large vehicles onto the service drive from side streets
•Trucks parking on-street for longer than 48 hours
•Masking of business façade due to on-street parking
In March 2020, the traffic committee discussed this request again with consideration on the
comments received. The traffic committee recommended restricting parking fully on the north
side of the service drive as well as on the south side within 30 feet of each intersection from
Beltline Boulevard to Inglewood Avenue.
The parking restrictions are recommended to allow for safer large vehicle movements
(including trucks, deliveries, and buses) along the corridor. The restrictions also allow for
increased sightlines and the prevention of vehicles impeding into the intersection.
In the first round of feedback, 20 comments were received that ranged in their suggestions. In
the second round of feedback, three comments were received, one for and two against the
proposed parking restrictions. In both cases, the letters were sent to over 1100 addresses.
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
Location map
Prepared by: Ben Manibog, transportation engineer
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director
Approved by: Tom Harmening, city manager
Page 2 City council meeting of May 4, 2020 (Item No. 8a)
Title: Traffic Study 718 – Authorize parking restrictions on the south CR 25 Service Drive
Discussion
Background: In September 2019, staff received multiple requests to evaluate parking
restrictions on the south County Road (CR) 25 Service Drive between Beltline Boulevard and
Inglewood Avenue. A summary of the complaints received were the following:
•Difficulty seeing oncoming vehicles when turning onto the service drive
•Difficulty maneuvering large vehicles along the road with parked vehicles on both sides
•Difficulty turning large vehicles onto the service drive from side streets
•Trucks parking on-street for longer than 48 hours
•Masking of business façade due to on-street parking
This corridor features areas of industrial, commercial, business park, residential, and planned
unit development uses. Parking is currently allowed on both sides of the street for the segment
in question. The service drive also carries Metro Transit’s Route 17F providing service from 36th
Street and Wooddale Avenue to downtown Minneapolis.
In October 2019, the traffic committee reviewed the request to evaluate the parking
restrictions at that location. The committee recommended to gather feedback from the
surrounding area to better guide a future recommendation.
In late November 2019, a letter was sent to the area to all property owners, residents, and
tenants outlining the complaints and possible solutions to mitigate these problems. Solutions
ranged from timed parking restrictions to completely restricting all parking on the service drive.
Staff received 20 comments, which are detailed at the end of the report. The comments
advocated for a wide range of paths forward which included:
•Restrict parking on the south side only
•Restrict parking on the north side only
•Restrict parking on both sides
•Install timed parking restrictions
•Restrict trucks from parking
•Do not change anything
The letter was sent to over 1100 addresses.
In March 2020, the traffic committee discussed this request again with consideration on the
comments received. The traffic committee recommended restricting parking fully on the north
side of the service drive as well as on the south side within 30 feet of each intersection from
Beltline Boulevard to Inglewood Avenue.
The parking restrictions are recommended to allow for safer large vehicle movements
(including trucks, deliveries, and buses) along the corridor. The restrictions also allow for
increased sightlines and the prevention of vehicles impeding into the intersection.
The traffic committee intentionally does not recommend to restrict trucks from parking on this
corridor. According to the zoning code, semi-trucks and other industrial or commercial vehicles are
allowed to park adjacent to non-residential uses such as industrial, business park, and commercial
(all are represented on the corridor). It is legal for trucks to be parking in this corridor.
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From State Statute, the definition of a “truck” means every motor vehicle designed, used or
maintained primarily for the transportation of property (169.011 Subd. 88). There are many
vehicles that are not tractor-trailer trucks that are also prohibited from parking on roads posted
“no truck parking”. Trucks provide our residents and businesses deliveries and services. Such a
restriction technically prevents all trucks from parking on these streets. Such restrictions would
prohibit delivery trucks, moving trucks, and landscaping trucks from parking on the street. In
addition, these restrictions are difficult to enforce. We have discussed this in the past with our
police department and they would need to patrol specifically for truck traffic to cite violators.
The city attorney indicated that if we were to actively enforce these restrictions, we would have
to cite all vehicles in violation.
The traffic committee did not recommend restricting all parking on the corridor due to the
feedback received. Respondents noted the need for on-street parking both for commercial uses
and for residential ones. The parking is used by properties to the south of the service drive
rather than north. Rather than having all people parking on the opposite side of the street and
then cross it, the south side was recommended for parking to decrease the amount of crossing
needed.
Additional parking restrictions or changes can be considered in the future. As with any traffic
changes, we will continue to monitor traffic conditions and can make changes as they become
necessary.
In April 2020, a letter was sent to the area to all property owners, residents, and tenants
outlining the recommendations and asking for further feedback. Staff received three comments
in response to the letter. Two comments were against the proposed restrictions and one was
for the restrictions. The letter was sent to over 1100 addresses.
November 2019 letter comments (20 total):
•The biggest problem consuming almost 100% of the problem is the semi trucks that park
here overnight and sometimes for multiple days. There has only been one time that a
semi with no trailer on it parked directly in front of our building. They were throwing
trash on the ground around the truck and my landlord and caretaker were asking if
anyone knew anything about it. But there are a lot of trucks that park here, sometimes
up to 6 at a time. I’ve always wondered why they are even there.
Now being that I live on this block that is up for potential parking restrictions, that
concerns me. This is an 11 unit apartment building which would mean at least 11
vehicles. I believe half the building is 2 bedrooms and there are no children that live
here. On average we have about 16 cars parked here at night. Our parking lot in the
back is very small and only holds about 8 cars. So as you can see this would really cause
us in this building a big problem if we aren’t able to park outside of our apartment.
My recommendation would be to no longer allow the semis to park here for days on
end. Parking for all cars to be only on the side of the road nearest to the buildings and
farthest from the highway so that it allows most of the roadway to still be open for
traffic as well as the 17F bus line to reach its stops easily.
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We really need to keep some on street parking for the apartment complexes that have
no other options.
–Jenny, 4405 Highway 7
•Given the restrictions of the parking lots for businesses, for guests and visitors coming
to Parkway 25, it would be difficult if no parking were allowed. I think the best option
would be to allow parking on the south (building side) for easier access to sidewalks and
safety during winter months and restrict parking via signage on the north side during the
months with snow and then have less restrictions May-Sep or Oct or the summer
months. Possibly have those areas on the north making it difficult or turning and such to
limit it from the entire side.
I have seen this as a way to address the issues that tend to be of greater significance
given the season.
–Kathy, 4015 County Road 25
•I have been living in Parkway 25 Apartments since November 2018 & I do believe
evaluating the parking & making changes on this street is the best thing to do. There
have been numerous times where sight lines have been an issue and someone making a
turn couldn't see me & it becomes a "close call".
Here are my thoughts:
o Out front of Shoreham Apartments there is a no parking sign but people do not
follow it - therefore it should be more properly enforced.
o Out front of Parkway 25 Apartments there are indented parking spots - those
seem to be fine. It is when people park outside of those, particularly, when they
park close to the corner curbs that poses the issues. (In specific the curb on the
SW side of the building & the curb on the West side headed into the back
parking lot. People park
o There should be 0 parking on the south side of the drive. When there is parking
on the south side it narrows the roads and makes it impossible to shimmy
around people on the road. This is a concern not just in front of the various
apartment complexes but further east towards the stoplight on Ottawa Ave.
where navigating the traffic coming off of 7 at the stops signs, is made more
difficult when large trucks are blocking the sight lines.
o There is a parking lot next to the psychology clinic but people hardly use it. There
are always empty spots - if people actually using the designated parking lot
would ease traffic/parking concerns.
-Paige Gibson, 4015 County Road 25
•I was so happy to get a notice from the city about the parking situation on County Rd 25
services streets. I live on Monterey Ave adjacent to the North service street and this has
been an issue for sometime. The semi parking on the south service street is constant on
the weekend (they park Friday night and leave Monday morning) and clearly they are
not residents who live near by as they get picked up and dropped off once they park
their semis. I propose that the city outlaws parking by any vehicle with more than two
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axels on both of the service drives, the roads were not designed to be parked on by
vehicles that large. I think this would take care of 90% of the problem. I would still like
residents to be able to park on the service drives as there are many apartments and
condos that use that for parking and if there were no parking on those streets it would
only cause parking issues on the streets off of the service road. The only other
restriction that would make sense to me would be to restrict parking to one side of the
street on both service roads as it does get a bit narrow if vehicles are parked on both
sides of the street.
–Bryant Jones
•Please, please restrict parking, specifically that of trucks. Cars parking on one side is fine
with ample room to turn near intersections. The trucks make driving down this road
very difficult and dangerous, especially in the snow.
–Jacob Levine, 3200 Inglewood Avenue, Apt 212
•I received a letter in the mail regarding enforcing parking restrictions on County Rd 25
Service Rd. I am a resident at Park Point Apartments in the 4320 building. It was unclear
in the letter if it was talking about my service road or the service road on the other side
of County Rd 25. If it is, in fact, the service road directly in front of my building, I would
not be in favor of restricting all parking on the service drive or timed parking
restrictions. This would be very difficult because most days there is not enough parking
in our lot and I am forced to park on this service road. However, I am not opposed to
enforcing parking on only one side of the street, if necessary. Although, I don't find that
our side of the service road has many issues with cars getting through as we don't have
many trucks and there is no bus line. I hope my insights help, and please let me know if
you have any questions.
–Katelyn Tessier
•Hello! I work with West Title and last April we moved into the building. The location
was a good choice for the central location to our clientele. First thing I noticed when we
officially opened was the semi parking on the frontage road. It was intimidating and
difficult to maneuver through. I knew that winter would become a larger issue with
plowing and the snow berms that would be built around them. This has proven true and
now the road has large ice patches that are difficult the traverse over. I recently suffered
a flat tier after leaving work. I am not alone it this. A coworker and other vehicles I have
witnessed similar fates. I believe these trucks are not only a nuisance but a hazard to the
community. They make navigating the road difficult and scary being only one car path
wide but also intimidating. They block visibility to our office and make it difficult for our
clients to find us but generally benefit no one. I for one am for a restriction on this road.
–Elizabeth Ogden
•Firstly, I think the point should be made that this is now a populated residential area, no
longer just industrial. This area’s residential population and traffic will be exploding in
the next few years with all of the new apartment development, not to mention the
completion of the SWLRT Beltline station. Now is the time to fix the current chaos.
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The trucks have to go. They do more than block sight lines and narrow the street for
drivers; they make pedestrian travel highly dangerous. I live at the Parkway 25 Apt
building and I often walk to the local businesses. Not only are there no sidewalks,
maneuvering around semi trucks in 2 way traffic is scary. There is no alternative walking
route now that the bike and walking path is closed.
In my opinion, restricting ALL parking on the service drive would be the smart thing to
do. This would preemptively prepare for the future of this area for SWLRT, and would
currently make it safer for all drivers and pedestrians. Also, I think sidewalks should be
put on the priority list.
–Colleen Dreher
•I am in favor of restricting all parking along this service drive. The large semi trucks that
park in front of the new bank, are extremely unsightly. I feel bad for that bank, and the
landscaping they have done, because those trucks hide it from view.
Although not the issue at hand, I would love to see parking on the north service drive
(across county rd 25) be restricted to parking on one side. It gets very congested here,
and two cars sometimes can’t pass when cars are parked on both sides. I appreciate the
need for some parking here, due to the number of apartments. Also, sometimes cars
park so close to Joppa and that it is difficult to see for turning onto the county road, or
even continuing East.
–Cato Rue
•We at General Office Products would be in favor of these 2 possible solutions in order of
preference:
o -Restrict ALL parking on the service drive…at least from Beltline to Lynn Ave.
o -Install a 2-hour restriction on the south side and no parking on the north.
We believe a solution has to include both sides of the service road or the trucks will just
park on the side that is not affected and the issues will continue unsolved
–Dave Boss, 4521 Highway 7
•We have certainly noticed a large number of semis parked on (both sides of) the service
road south of County 25. It makes it difficult to use the road and we support a
restriction on parking like two hours only.
–George and Julie Beck, 4015 County Road 25, No. 524
•Right now i have to park on the service drive because of lack of parking already on my
street. with timed parking spot, restricting parking on certain part or the full on ban of
street parking, its going to make it so i wont be able to park anywhere. I work till 1am
everyday so by the time i get home all the parking on my street is taken, forcing me to
park on the service drive.
I personally don't see any of these problems that were in the letter happening, other
then the truck parking on the other side of the highway. The problem with it masking of
business facade is laughable to me for the fact that this is for the most part a very
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residential area, by taking away parking its only going to hurt the people that live in this
area.. We already struggle with finding parking, and with the snow restrictions (which
i'm all for, to get the snow taken care of) it would just be impossible, or make it so we
have to walk ten plus minutes for parking.
–Taylor Jensen, 3042 Lynn Avenue
•I own property on Highway 7, St Louis Park, MN 55416. Please get the name of my
street right before you send me letters threatening to add parking restrictions. The
issues you addressed in your letter only occurred due to construction at the Yeshiva of
Minneapolis, while there was construction, and only on the block between Ottawa and
Nachez. Since construction is completed the issues in your letter no longer exist, please
do not add parking restrictions to my street. The city is already sending cops here at
4am every time it snows to give tickets to people; effectively adding another tax on
residents every time it snows. Adding parking restrictions to my street is going to be
used as an extra tax on me which will be enforced via arbitrary parking tickets while
you're already raising my property taxes almost 7% this year. Please understand the
issues you're dealing with and don't try to fix issues that you don't understand, which no
longer exist, by making rules so you can charge hard working Americans with tickets
after charging me up the ass with property taxes.
–Daniel Abramowitz
•I reviewed the options and would propose an additional option that I believe everyone
would agree. Based on the overwhelming complaints regarding semi-trucks/trailers, if
we could simply restrict these on this road, that should eliminate everyone’s issues. I
believe if this was the 5th option on your letter, you would receive 100% of your
responses suggesting this.
–Michael Strub, 3059 Joppa Avenue
•I am with West Title and we moved into our office April of 2019. Our location has been
great for our clients and central for all which has been wonderful. Although we love our
location it quickly became clear that the semis parking on the frontage road was going
to be a problem. The visibility when pulling in and out of the parking lot is hindered due
to the trucks locations. It’s honestly scary when there are semis parked on the frontage
road blocking visibility of any other vehicles especially the ones entering from highway
7. It’s a gamble when you’re leaving our lot half the time because you can’t see around
the semis for oncoming traffic. There’s been plenty of instances when both sides of the
street are completely filled with trailers and semi-trucks leaving enough room for one
vehicle to pass through at a time and limiting visibility again to incoming traffic. Now
that winter is upon us it has only become worse with mounds of ice and snow from the
plows. I really don’t believe the road was built for this type of parking and it affects our
companies business and likely the tenants living in the nearby apartments. This should
be a restricted parking zone for these semis as it is not only a safety issue but an
environmental issue as well from them leaving their engines idling for hours on end.
–Michele Felber
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•I have lived at Park Point for over a year so I am very used to the roads nearby and the
parking situation with our apartments. Our parking lot here is rather small, and does not
fit every residents car in the lot. It is first come, first serve, as long as you have a parking
permit and sticker. Because of this fact, many people do have to park on the service
road, or Joppa Ave (which is also too small to fit all the extra residents). Any visitors also
have to park on the street since they are not permitted in the parking lot. During winter,
we have to all clear out of the parking lot for hours at a time to get it plowed after heavy
snow. It usually takes about 4 hours to get the parking lot cleared, since the time frame
for the plow getting here is not exact.
Therefore, I think imposing certain restrictions on parking on County Road 25 Service
Drive would cause many problems for all our residents. Installing the timed parking
restrictions would be a problem since many of us have to park there overnight or all day
if there is no room in the lot. And of course, restricting all parking on this road would be
a lot worse. Many of us would simply have no where to park once our lot has filled up.
This would also mean none of the residents could have visitors, since they cannot park
in our lot either.
I implore you to please only restrict one side of the service road if you must impose one
of the restrictions. Our residents and our friends and family depend on the parking this
road provides.
–Bridget Novotny, 4300 Highway 7
•I completely agree with a few of the points in the letter. I have noticed that I could not
see businesses and traffic on this road due to semi’s parked. One other point is that I
have seen many cars racing to beat the light at Beltline and 25/7 crossroads from the
Joppa crossing northeast on 25/7 and causing issues trying to pull out from the service
road going south onto Beltline. As a driver and cyclist using the service roads on both
sides regularly, this has concerned me.
–Justin Mueller, 150 South 5th St, Suite 1000, Minneapolis
•Here are some of my thoughts.
o The main problem from our perspective is when large commercial trucks park
right in front or our sign for days at a time.
o I know, because I have called the owners of the trucks, that mostly the trucks are
parked there by people who live in the Joppa side apartment building.
o Most of the people parking on the street live in apartments--either to the east of
us, or on Lynn Ave.
o Staff (currently 5) from our office use street parking too-- During the day only. If
you restricted parking on the street it could be a problem for us.
o We can park in our parking lot when there is a snow emergency but generally
reserve the parking lot for patients.
o I could see a bit of a problem when there is heavy snow and people are parking
on both the highway side and the North side of the street. One thought would be
to require people to move their care from one side to the other so the plows can
do their job. What if it were flagged as Snow Emergency Route or No Parking on
South (in our case highway) side of the street from Nov to March.
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It is a bit of a conundrum. If people moved off one side to allow you to plow, and you
plow. And then they move to the other side, and you plow, it wouldn’t be a problem.
I am against eliminating or limiting street parking on the frontage road. Except for trucks
and briefly after deep snow its not really a problem. Timed parking – you mean meters?
Bad idea. No overnight parking? You would piss off a lot of people. One side of the
street until the plows go through would be good if there was a way to make it happen.
–William Mason, 4330 Highway 7
•I am responding to the city's evaluation request for parking restrictions on County Road
25 Service Drive. I currently live at 4405 HWY 7 so my thoughts are only regarding the
south side of the service drive. I'm not sure of what the city can or cannot do, if this is
easier as a phone conversation please feel free to call me at [Redacted].
o Is there a way to restrict parking for residents only?
o Restrict semi-truck parking to west of Lynn Ave
o There is a bus sign at service rd & Lynn but it would be helpful to have a no
parking sign 30 feet before the stop sign. This would help viability turning onto
the service rd from Cty Rd 25. People run this stop sign more than they stop for
it. This creates problem turning onto the service road from Cty Rd 25 because
you do not know when people will stop at stop sign. I've told someone who
parked right at the bus sign that a bus stops there and he replied no one
reinforces it (doesn't make it right - he was one of the people who park in front
of 4405 and walk down Lynn to the businesses).
o Alternate side parking during snow emergencies - or only allow parking on one
side of S service rd at all times (there's usually 4-6 cars parked outside regularly)
o If all parking was restricted - or even weekdays or weekends - do you know what
the solution would be for residents who live in the 4405 building? There are 11
units but not 11 parking spots (I understand that the city could say this isn't their
problem).
o If parking was restricted only on either S or N side, I'm thinking people would all
park on one side and cross highway. Safety issue.
o Can the service rd be marked with street sign? Creates confusion.
-Melissa Rach
•I am one of the closers that works for Michelle Balow at West title LLC. It is very
frustrating to come into our office Monday through Friday and not have a place to park
in front of our building. I am here by 7:00 a.m. every day and most days there is no
parking available on the frontage road due to the semi’s being parked on the frontage
road. My job requires that I am here early to start closings for multiple clients. A vast
majority of our clients do request early closing times.
–Karen Johnson, 4301 Highway 7, Suite 100
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April 2020 letter comments (3 total):
•Unless I am missing something, your proposed parking recommendation will do nothing
to solve the current problem. The semis will continue to park where they always do, on
the south side of the frontage road in front of our building. This will continue to
endanger our employees as they try to exit our property onto the frontage with no
visibility and force vehicles to drive into oncoming traffic on the other side of the double
yellow line, which you are not supposed to do because it is, in fact, a double yellow
line. The frontage road is simply not adequate for semi parking. Please reconsider
making the entire south side of the frontage road (West of Lynn Ave) no parking (in
addition to the north side) or at least make it a 2 hour limit or no overnight
parking. Thanks for your consideration.
-Dave Boss, 4521 Highway 7
•We met in person months ago and I came in to express my concern about the trucks
parking on the frontage road. I feel strongly about large trucks parking in front of
housing and businesses. It makes it difficult to drive, bike, walk, see stop signs, avoid
speeding oncoming traffic; and they are an eyesore. The 53" trucks make the area look
like an industrial park. In other words, they are a unsightly nuisance.
I have been biking around St Louis Park as I took the commitment to bike the 30 days of
April. While biking about, I found that there is an enormous, empty parking lot behind
the closed Sam's club location. There is plenty of parking in St. Louis Park for these
HORRIBLE trucks to park. So, I strongly recommend that you restrict parking to one side
of the Hwy 7/25 frontage road and ban truck parking.
-Diana Cohen
•Pete Skudgens of Slamhammer at Lynn Avenue and the S CR 25 Service Drive called to
express how it’s impossible for his employees to park on the frontage road under the
current conditions during the work week. During weekdays, the proposed parking
restrictions will make it worse to park on the frontage road.
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Resolution No. 20-____
Authorize parking restrictions on the south County Road 25 Service Drive
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park received multiple requests to evaluate parking
restrictions on the south County Road 25 Service Drive from Beltline Boulevard to Inglewood
Avenue; and,
Whereas, the traffic committee has reviewed the requests and recommended the
installation of parking restrictions on the north side of the south County Road 25 Service Drive
from Beltline Boulevard to Inglewood Avenue; and,
Whereas, the traffic committee also recommended the installation of parking restrictions
on the south side of the south County Road 25 Service Drive within 50 feet of the intersections
of Lynn Avenue, Joppa Avenue, and Inglewood Avenue; and,
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely, and reliably.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that the engineering director is hereby authorized to:
1.Install parking restrictions on the north side of S County Road 25 Service Drive from
Beltline Boulevard to Inglewood Avenue
2.Install parking restrictions on the south side of S County Road 25 Service Drive from 70
feet west of the west right of way line of Lynn Avenue to 50 feet east of the east right
of way line of Lynn Avenue
3.Install parking restrictions on the south side of S County Road 25 Service Drive from 70
feet west of the west right of way line of Joppa Avenue to 50 feet east of the east right
of way line of Joppa Avenue
4.Install parking restrictions on the south side of S County Road 25 Service Drive from 50
feet west of the west right of way line of Inglewood Avenue to 50 feet east of the east
right of way line of Inglewood Avenue.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the City Council May 4, 2020
Thomas K. Harmening, city manager Jake Spano, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
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