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City council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
April 18, 2022
1. Call to order
Mayor Spano called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
1a. Pledge of allegiance
1b. Roll call
Councilmembers present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Sue Budd, Larry Kraft, Nadia
Mohamed, and Margaret Rog
Councilmembers absent: Lynette Dumalag
Staff present: City Manager (Ms. Keller), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), Finance Director (Ms.
Schmitt), Human Resources Manager (Ms. Timpone), Water Resources Manager (Mr. Francis),
Interim Information Resources Director (Ms. Smith)
Guests: Scout Troop #282
2. Presentations
2a. Bike month proclamation
Mayor Spano read the proclamation in full.
2b. Annual Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program report
Mr. Francis presented the report.
Councilmember Brausen referenced the comprehensive report, pointing out the storm
water management data. He thanked staff for their efforts.
Councilmember Kraft asked about the resilient cities group. Mr. Francis noted Ms. Ziring
is on one of the subgroups and he would be glad to share more information .
Councilmember Kraft commented on a very wet summer and flooding, which happened
in the city two years ago, noting this will continue into the future. He asked about
stormwater management in light of this and how that is built into this work . Mr. Francis
stated the city uses predictive models related to flooding, adding they record data to
help calibrate models. He added they also work with FEMA’s community rating system
to do outreach and mapping.
Councilmember Kraft stated he received an email from a resident recently and there is
good public engagement on this issue. He noted there were, however, concerns that
planned projects were not available to evaluate during a recent meeting and asked if
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this is the public forum meeting. Mr. Francis stated that information is made available as
soon as possible, noting several projects that are upcoming.
Councilmember Kraft asked that going forward information on projects be provided to
residents at the public meeting forums.
Councilmember Rog commented on heavy precipitation events, the localized public
flood screening tool, and overlaying that with a FEMA map. She asked if the city uses
this tool as well. Mr. Francis stated staff is aware of this tool but noted the city has its
own specific model based on sewer and historical data, which is a level above. He noted
it outlines 10–100-year flooding events. He added the city has a lot of survey equipment
to manage storm water.
Councilmember Brausen noted back in 2015, city staff was working on flooding and
stormwater management issues. He pointed out this is not new information, it is years
of long work that staff has done, and they have done a good job on it.
2c. 2022 National Small Business Week proclamation
Mayor Spano read the proclamation. He thanked the small businesses within the city
the past two years and noted much of the city’s CARES funds went to small businesses
during the pandemic.
2d. Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation
Mayor Spano read the proclamation. He noted a meeting of mayors throughout the
state which dealt specifically with this issue and mental health needs, and stated this
proclamation is noteworthy.
Councilmember Brausen stated the city will honor mental health awareness month by
lighting the Louisiana Bridge Green, and on May 24 , 2022, a mental health panel will be
hosted by the city police department, noting more information is on the city website.
2e. Proclamation recognizing the 75th anniversary of St. Louis Park Rotary Club
Mayor Spano read the proclamation. Councilmember Brausen noted an event on April
28, 2022, at the West End and that there is more information on the city website, with
all proceeds going to the city’s emergency fund.
2f. Recognition of donations
Mayor Spano acknowledged a donation from McDonalds of 150 burgers made to the fire and
police departments.
3. Approval of minutes - none
4. Approval of agenda and items on consent calendar
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4a. •Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2644-22 vacating a
roadway easement located between Highway 100 and Wooddale Avenue and
approve the summary ordinance for publication. (Requires 5 affirmative votes)
• Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2645-22 adding
section 36-268-PUD 23 to the zoning code and amending zoning map from R3 –
two-family residential to PUD 23 and approve the summary ordinance for
publication. (Requires 5 affirmative votes)
4b. •Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2646-22 vacating
various highway easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline
Boulevard and approve the Summary Ordinance for publication (Requires 5
affirmative votes);
•Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2647-22 vacating
various street easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline
Boulevard and approve the Summary Ordinance for publication (Requires 5
affirmative votes);
• Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2648-22 vacating
various alley easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline
Boulevard and approve the Summary Ordinance for publication (Requires 5
affirmative votes);
• Motion to approve second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2649-22 vacating
various easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline Boulevard
and approve the Summary Ordinance for publication (Requires 5 affirmative
votes);
4c. Approve second reading and adopt Ordinance 2650-22 adding section 36-268-
PUD 22 to the zoning code and amending the zoning map from IG – General
Industrial to PUD 22 and approve the Summary Ordinance for publication
(requires 5 affirmative votes).
4d. Designate G.L. Contracting, Inc. the lowest responsible bidder and authorize
execution of a contract with the firm in the amount of $668,896.50 for the Alley
Reconstruction Project No. 4022-1500.
4e. Adopt Resolution No. 22-058 approving the Criminal Justice Data
Communications Network joint powers agreement and court services subscriber
amendment with the State of Minnesota.
4f. Adopt Resolution No. 22-059 approving the Human Trafficking Investigators Task
Force joint powers agreement.
4g. Adopt Resolution No. 22-060 approving cancellation of special assessments -7413
Franklin Ave W, St. Louis Park 55426.
4h. Approve US Internet (USI) lease of 3301 Gorham Avenue.
4i. Adopt Resolution No. 22-061 authorizing the special assessment for the repair of
the sewer service line at 2909 Dakota Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN, P.I.D. 09 -
117-21-33-0209.
4j. Adopt Resolution No. 22-062 authorizing the special assessment for the repair of
the sewer service line at 1811 Jersey Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN, P.I.D. 05-
117-21-43-0058.
4k. Adopt Resolution No. 22-063 accepting donation to the fire and police
departments.
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4l. Adopt resolution approving labor agreement between the city and the fire
bargaining group, establishing terms and conditions of employment for two years,
from Jan. 1, 2022 – Dec. 31, 2023. (This item was removed from the consent calendar
and considered as regular agenda item 8a)
4m. Adopt Resolution No. 22-064 establishing a special assessment for the installation
of a fire suppression sprinkler system at 4906 35th St. W, St. Louis Park, MN.
4n. Adopt Resolution No. 22-065 appointing Kim Keller, city manager, as director,
and Jacque Smith, interim information resources director, as alternate director,
to the board of directors for the Local Government Information System (LOGIS).
4o. Adopt Resolution No. 22-066 providing approval for the issuance of refunding
bonds originally used to finance the Louisiana Court project.
4p. Approve for filing parks & recreation advisory commission minutes of Oct. 6,
2021.
4q. Approve for filing parks & recreation advisory commission minutes of Dec. 8,
2021.
4r. Approve for filing parks & recreation advisory commission minutes o f Feb. 16,
2022.
4s. Approve for filing planning commission minutes of March 16, 2022.
4t. Approve for filing planning commission minutes of March 23, 2022.
Mayor Spano requested that consent calendar item 4l be removed and placed on the
Regular Agenda to 8a.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Rog, to approve
the agenda and items listed on the consent calendar as amended to move consent
calendar item 4l to the regular agenda as item 8a; and to waive reading of all
resolutions and ordinances.
The motion passed 6-0 (Councilmember Dumalag absent).
5. Boards and commissions - none
6. Public hearings
6a. Resolution No. 22-067 approving the reissuance of the revenue note issued for
the benefit of Breck School
Ms. Schmitt presented the staff report.
Mayor Spano opened the public hearing. No speakers were present. Mayor Spano
closed the public hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Budd, to adopt
Resolution No. 22-067 approving the reissuance of revenue note issued for the benefit of
Breck School.
The motion passed 6-0 (Councilmember Dumalag absent).
7. Requests, petitions, and communications from the public - none
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8. Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items
8a. Resolution No. 22-068 approving labor agreement between the city and the
fire bargaining group, establishing terms and conditions of employment for
two years, from Jan. 1, 2022 – Dec. 31, 2023
Ms. Timpone presented the report.
Mayor Spano acknowledged the equity statement is within the agreement. He noted
several years ago there was a wage analysis completed on staff and the largest cost for
the city does go to employees. Mayor Spano asked if 3% is typical with what other cities
approve. Ms. Timpone stated yes, and the city also wants to stay competitive within the
market as well, so as not to fall behind on wages.
It was moved by Councilmember Brausen, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to
adopt Resolution No. 22-068 approving labor agreement between the city and the fire
bargaining group, establishing terms and conditions of employment for two years, from
Jan. 1, 2022 – Dec. 31, 2023.
The motion passed 6-0 (Councilmember Dumalag absent).
9. Communications
Ms. Keller noted there is a catalytic converter event on April 28 , 2022, with registration
beginning on April 20, 2022, and more information is on the city website.
Ms. Keller noted May 15, 2022, is the state of the community event at Dakota Bridge.
Councilmember Rog noted on April 26, 2022, the Minnetonka Boulevard redesign meeting will
be held to look at the two final proposed designs and provide input . She added there will also
be an opportunity to provide input on the Beltline Station development related to businesses
and what the community would like to see. Also, on April 28, 2022, there is an event to
celebrate the Walker Historic District from 4-7 p.m.
Councilmember Kraft noted on May 15, 2022, there is an Arbor Day celebration at Keystone
Park where tree plantings will be completed.
Mayor Spano noted he wanted to point out that last week was the culmination of three faith
events on the same weekend, which included Ramadan, Passover, and Easter.
10. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor
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