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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022/04/04 - ADMIN - Minutes - City Council - Regular Official minutes City council meeting St. Louis Park, Minnesota April 4, 2022 1. Call to order Mayor Pro Tem Brausen called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. 1a. Pledge of allegiance 1b. Roll call Councilmembers present: Mayor Pro Tem Tim Brausen, Sue Budd, Lynette Dumalag, Larry Kraft, Nadia Mohamed, and Margaret Rog Councilmembers absent: Mayor Jake Spano Staff present: City Manager (Ms. Keller), City Attorney (Mr. Mattick), Police Chief Harcey, Lt. Weigel, Lt. Garland, Redevelopment Administrator (Ms. Monson), Senior Planner (Ms. Chamberlain), Planning Manager (Sean Walther), Office Assistant (Mr. Peterson-Etem), Interim Information Resources Director (Ms. Smith) Guests: 2. Presentations 2a. Recognition of donations Mayor Pro Tem Brausen thanked George Foulkes for a donation in the amount of $2,091.75 for the purchase and installation of a bicycle repair station at Westwood Hills Nature Center. He acknowledged a $1,500 donation from the National Association of Government Web Professionals to cover travel expenses for Jason Huber to attend the 2022 NAGW national board retreat in Little Rock, Arkansas in April 2022, and a donation from Partners in Energy for 15 portable battery solar charger packs to the building and energy department, a value of $166.20, which will be used as prizes for a solar energy project coming to the city. 3. Approval of minutes 3a. Closed executive meeting minutes of Mar. 7, 2022 It was moved by Councilmember Kraft, seconded by Councilmember Rog, to approve the closed executive meeting minutes of Mar. 7, 2022, as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 3b. City council meeting minutes of Feb. 7, 2022 DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -2- April 4, 2022 Councilmember Kraft noted on page 5 should read, “…this is not something we want to be doing…” It was moved by Councilmember Budd, seconded by Councilmember Dumalag, to approve the city council meeting minutes of Feb. 7, 2022, as amended. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 3c. Special study session minutes of Feb. 7, 2022 It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to approve the special study session minutes of Feb. 7, 2022, as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 3d. Study session minutes of Feb. 14, 2022 It was moved by Councilmember Kraft, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to approve the study session minutes of Feb. 14, 2022, as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 3e. City council meeting minutes of Feb. 22, 2022 It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to approve the city council meeting minutes of Feb. 22, 2022, as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 3f. Special study session minutes of Feb. 22, 2022 It was moved by Councilmember Mohamed, seconded by Councilmember Dumalag, to approve the special study session minutes of Feb. 22, 2022, as presented. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 4. Approval of agenda and items on consent calendar 4a. Accept city disbursement claims for the period of Feb. 26 through March 25, 2022. 4b. Adopt Resolution No. 22-049 approving acceptance of a $2,091.75 donation from George Foulkes for the purchase and installation of a bicycle repair station at Westwood Hills Nature Center. 4c. Adopt Ordinance 2635-21 correcting omissions for recording and approve summary ordinance for publication. DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -3- April 4, 2022 4d. Designate Ti-Zak Concrete, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, and authorize execution of a contract with the firm in the amount of $347,061.25 for concrete replacement – Project No. 4022-0003. 4e. Adopt Resolution No. 22-050 accepting work and authorizing final payment in the amount of $7,920.83 for the annual concrete replacement project with Standard Sidewalk, Inc. - Project No. 4021-0003, City Contract No. 28-21. 4f. Designate Bituminous Roadways, Inc. the lowest responsible bidder and authorize execution of a contract with the firm in the amount of $6,8 33,385.89 for the 2022 Pavement Management Project No. 4021-1000. (This item was removed from the consent calendar and considered as regular agenda item 8c) 4g. Adopt Resolution No. 22-051 authorizing conveyance of city property located on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline Boulevard to the Economic Development Authority (EDA) in connection with the Beltline Station Development. 4h. Adopt resolution renewing a mobility sharing license for Bird Rides Inc. (This item was removed from the consent calendar and considered as regular agenda item 8d) 4i. Adopt Resolution No. 22-052 approving acceptance of a monetary donation from the National Association of Government Web Professionals (NAGW) in an amount not to exceed $1,500 for all related expenses for Jason Huber, information technology manager, to attend the 2022 NAGW National Board Retreat in Little Rock, Ark. 4j. Adopt Resolution No. 22-053 approving acceptance of 15 portable solar battery charger pack donation to the building and energy department valued at $166.20 total. 4k. Approve Amendment No. 3 to City Agreement No. 20-17, between the city and T- Mobile Central, LLC for communication antennas, and related equipment, on the city’s water tower at 5100 Pak Glen Road. 4l. Approve a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for the Church of the Holy Family at 5925 West Lake Street for an event on April 23, 2022. 4m. Accept planning commission minutes of Feb. 16, 2022. Councilmember Kraft and Mayor Pro Tem Brausen requested that consent calendar item 4f and 4h be removed and placed on the regular agenda as items 8c and 8d, respectively. It was moved by Councilmember Dumalag, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to approve the agenda and items listed on the consent calendar as amended to move consent calendar item 4f and 4h to the regular agenda as item 8c and 8d; and to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 5. Boards and commissions - none 6. Public hearings DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -4- April 4, 2022 6a. Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for public safety use Police Chief Harcey presented the staff report, along with Lt. Weigel and Lt. Garland. Councilmember Mohamed for examples of large-scale police and fire operations. Lt. Weigel stated situations where there is a need to get a higher-level view from a different vantage point. Councilmember Rog asked how the camera output is watched. Lt. Weigel stated the image is transmitted to an iPad and to the base station connected to the drone, noting it is a live feed. He added the evidence is held for 7 days unless needed for an ongoing investigation. Councilmember Rog asked if the drone camera could be used for site security, such as at Parktacular, and for incidents such as drug sales. Lt. Weigel stated the drone camera is not able to zoom in on individual people. Councilmember Rog asked if the footage can be used as evidence in criminal cases. Lt. Weigel stated that could be possible, but he couldn’t think of any specific examples . Councilmember Rog asked if the technology could integrate facial recognition or something similar. Lt. Weigel stated no. Councilmember Rog asked if there would be signage used when drones are being used. Lt. Weigel stated yes, signs along with social media notification would be used. Councilmember Rog asked if the pole camera at Knollwood will be replaced. Lt. Weigel stated it will not be replaced. Councilmember Kraft asked how data and privacy are protected . Lt. Weigel stated it is like the policy related to body-worn cameras. He added the retention policies that are not evidentiary would be under the privacy protection, where the video is wiped after seven days. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen opened the public hearing. No speakers were present. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen closed the public hearing. Councilmember Kraft stated he appreciates the careful thought put into this, to improve public safety and personnel, adding this will help in many ways. With any expansion of government monitoring there should also be privacy protections in place, noting it seems the police department is doing a very good job in planning for use of the technology, and he will support this. Councilmember Rog agreed and added while she does have some concerns about privacy and surveillance, she understands this is the direction we are going, adding this brings the data home and able to be reviewed in St. Louis Park. She noted a friend of hers that was missing last year in the cold weather, and something that could detect DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -5- April 4, 2022 heat would be helpful, so she is supportive of technology such as this that can help save lives. It was moved by Councilmember Mohamed, seconded by Councilmember Budd, to approve proposed use and policy on unmanned aerial system operations. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 6b. Highway, street, alley, utility, and access easement vacations for Beltline Station Development (Ward 1) Ms. Monson presented the staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen opened the public hearing. No speakers were present. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen closed the public hearing. Councilmember Rog stated this project has been the result of many years of discussion and planning. She stated she will support this project. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen agreed with Councilmember Rog’s comments adding he will also support this. It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to approve the first reading of an Ordinance vacating various highway easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline Boulevard and to set the second reading for April 18, 2022; approve the first reading of an Ordinance vacating various street easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline Boulevard and to set the second reading for April 18, 2022; approve the first reading of an Ordinance vacating various alley easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline Boulevard and to set the second reading for April 18, 2022; and to approve the first reading of an Ordinance vacating various easements on the southeast corner of CSAH 25 and Beltline Boulevard and to set the second reading for April 18, 2022. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 6c. Off-sale intoxicating liquor license – TMS Alpha, LLC dba Westside Wine & Spirits (Ward 3) Mr. Peterson-Etem presented the staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen opened the public hearing. No speakers were present. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen closed the public hearing. Councilmember Budd stated initially she was opposed to this proposal, but given that council approved the conditional use permit, there is no reason to not approve the liquor license. DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -6- April 4, 2022 It was moved by Councilmember Budd, seconded by Councilmember Kraft, to approve application from TMS Alpha, LLC dba Westside Wine & Spirits for an off-sale intoxicating liquor license located at 8016 Minnetonka Blvd. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 6d. Roadway easement vacation for Wooddale Avenue Apartments (Ward 2) Ms. Chamberlain presented the staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen opened the public hearing. There were no speakers. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen closed the public hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen stated action on this item will happen on item 8a. 7. Requests, petitions, and communications from the public – none 8. Resolutions, ordinances, motions and discussion items 8a. Wooddale Avenue Apartments (Ward 2) Resolution No. 22 -054 and Resolution No. 22-055 Mayor Pro Tem Brausen stated they will take public comment for this item, and that the overall proposal and public hearing took place at the planning commission where they did recommend the motions as proposed. Blake Chaffee, 5713 Cambridge St., has lived in St. Louis Park for 10 years. He spoke against the proposed apartments and stated the proposed density is too much . He is grateful the planning commission decided to close the south entrance, especially with many families in the area and children who play nearby. He understands the need for affordable housing in St. Louis Park, especially since it is becoming harder for families to afford homes in the city. He stated, however, there are other lots in the city that are better suited for this high of density and he asked for a project that is more reasonable. Bryan Miller, 5709 Cambridge St., stated he is also very opposed to this. He has lived in the city for many years and stated this project is so upsetting. He stated we do not want more housing in the neighborhood, especially with the light rail coming in. He asked if everything is about money, noting he knows his neighbors agree with him and stated his house and neighborhood is his stability. He stated none of the neighbors want this, adding he is committed to the city and has served on rotary. He asked why there cannot be a park there instead, or something else, stating he feels like money drives everything. Ken Isham-Schopf, 9416 Frederick Ave., noted he has lived in the city a long time. He is in support of this project, noting the world is changing and communities are being challenged. He stated we need high density living in response to climate change . DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -7- April 4, 2022 Ken Savik, 5718 Cambridge Ave., stated he has lived in the city for 44 years and it was the center of the city. He stated this area is being sandwiched in by all the other development in the area and this just adds more to it . He is glad the one entrance was closed off and added when Microcenter and Burlington go, there will be a massive housing project there. He questioned how long he will stay in the neighborhood now and stated that since no one is going downtown anymore, the light rail coming through will being going to nowhere. He is not happy with the density. Barb Patterson, Wooddale Avenue, stated she supports this project and thanked city staff. She is excited about the 3-bedroom units that will serve families and wishes there were more units at the 30% AMI. She hopes the city is on target to continue to develop deeply affordable units. Wendy Kaufmann, 5712 Cambridge St., stated she appreciates the time to speak and noted this completely changes the Elmwood neighborhood and the construction makes residents feels like they are being closed in. At some point the neighborhood and the quality of life is gone. She supports affordable housing, but the balance is shifting dramatically, and she knows of no one that is happy about this. She is thankful there will be no access on Cambridge, however. Dale Tatarek, 5826 Cambridge St., stated the streets are narrower now which is good. He stated at the planning commission no one talked about affordable housing. He stated there is such high density and no parking for the light rail so there will be an issue. He added his concern about paying extra for a garage will mean more cars will use street parking. He does appreciate the extra police being available. Councilmember Dumalag stated on the traffic study the consultant completed scenario A and asked the process on how the staff worked with MnDOT. Mr. Walther stated city staff has talked with them about the process, and the city will need to generate a plan for the left turn lane off the Highway 100 exit ramp to the Wooddale Ave. cul-de-sac. He stated this would be a 7-week process and mentioned how much would it cost and how would it be funded. Staff is looking at this but at this point, there is no guarantee MnDOT would approve the turn lane even though the consultant and the MnDOT traffic division initially recommended it. Councilmember Dumalag stated she had constituents reach out to her on this . She asked how we look at certain intersections and make changes. Mr. Walther stated current and anticipated traffic conditions were looked at for the next 20 years and areas are identified that are problematic. If any roads are managed by the county or state, staff works with them on their capital improvement plans. Councilmember Dumalag asked if the developer will manage the building themselves or use a third-party management company, and how many units they manage, as well as their largest project. Alex Bisanz, Real Estate Equities, stated they self-manage all their properties. He noted they manage 4,000 units with 75% in the twin cities and 25% in Rochester, Minnesota, DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -8- April 4, 2022 and are expanding into the Phoenix area. He stated the largest property is in Phoenix and the largest project in Minnesota is in Eagan, which they are just finishing. Councilmember Dumalag stated a resident asked about how trash will be managed . Mr. Bisanz stated the dumpsters will be in the lower level and not visible to residents . Councilmember Dumalag asked if the size could be reduced and if it is economically feasible to do so. Mr. Bisanz stated it is not feasible to reduce to 98 units. He stated at first, they were at 125 units and scaled down to 114 units, which was the absolute lowest they could go. Councilmember Dumalag asked if there is a cost for surface parking. Mr. Bisanz stated there is no cost for surface parking, but there is for underground . He stated there will be guest parking on the surface lot, 205 stalls in total, and the city requires 194. Recess and reconvene so that those who observe Ramadan may break their fast It was moved by Councilmember Dumalag, seconded by Councilmember Rog, to recess the meeting for 15 minutes. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). Mayor pro tem Brausen reconvened the meeting. Councilmember Budd asked about the shift in numbers. Ms. Chamberlain presented the slide showing the overall unit count, which remains the same. Councilmember Kraft noted the traffic study and asked related to scenario A, for the comparison made on existing usage on the site. Mr. Walther stated a daycare previously operated on this site for 15 years and had up to 50 students, which ceased in 2021. He stated the use was accommodated in the traffic counts for the roads around the site. He added there was also a comparison of the proposed use of high density residential, as a better way to look at this. He stated the numbers in the traffic study looked at morning and evening peak hours and daily trips generated by previous use of a church and daycare, compared to what is modeled for the residential. Councilmember Kraft asked with the change and the driveway on the cul-de-sac, what is the amount of additional traffic through the neighborhood . Mr. Walther stated on page 14 it shows the existing traffic and scenarios a, b, and c. He stated with the change in scenario a, trips wanting to go to Excelsior Blvd will exit to the north and turn left onto Oxford Street and left again to go south to Alabama Avenue, rather than exit on the south side at the intersection of Cambridge Street. He stated this results in fewer trips on Cambridge Street, but not fewer trips in the Elmwood neighborhood. He stated the traffic study showed 125 trips per day taking those routes with an estimated peak hour of 13 trips added. DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -9- April 4, 2022 Councilmember Kraft asked if there is a parking issue on the street v ersus in the garage, what happens. Mr. Walther stated this has not been the city’s experience, and most folks will pay to have a garage spot, especially with winter weather. He stated typically when there has been parking on the street, it is because the garage is full and they don’t have any more spaces to rent out, and with this development, there are more spaces provided than city code requires. He continued, city staff does not see any cause for concern, or that there will be any undue parking on the streets, but noted the streets are wide enough to accommodate cars parked on the street and parking is allowed. He added if there are issues that arise, traffic concerns can be directed to staff and recommendations can be made, as well as an option to petition for on-street parking regulation changes and noted that options vary. He stated some of these options include restricting parking hours or parking on only one side of the street. Councilmember Kraft asked if there is any way natural gas could not be used and what is the plan for appliances. Mr. Bisanz stated it is challenging because the costs are higher for electric versus gas, and then it impacts residents, rents, and then the financing can be affected. He added they will use energy star rated appliances. Councilmember Kraft stated he does not like to see natural gas stoves put into new construction due to the poor air quality they generate. Councilmember Rog stated she will approve the staff recommendations . She noted this is a responsive plan from the reduction of units, and of height and removal of the south access point. She agreed we do need more density in our community, and this will be a change for our city and others across the country and it is our duty to accept the offer from a church interested in doing this. She stated we also need workforce housing in this community and noted there are teachers, staff , Park Nicollet employees, and police officers, who need housing where they work, and this will help them . She stated she looks forward to more density in the city and in her ward. Councilmember Mohamed stated she generally supports this project but does agre e that there should be more of the 30% AMI. Councilmember Dumalag thanked staff and the neighborhood, and noted this project is intended for families. She stated she has met with Perspectives and STEP and asked what is most needed by families in the community and she was told it is housing. Councilmember Dumalag stated a few weeks ago the school district said there will be a 10% cut in the district and that relates to enrollment, which impacts everyone. She stated this project meets city’s goals for housing and affordable housing and noted she is a product of affordable housing herself . She stated she will support this and the comments of neighbors she has met with, noting she also agrees with the planning commission’s decision on removing the south entrance. Councilmember Kraft stated he will also support this, noting a resident had stated this is about the money, but it is not about the money. He stated there is little more DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -10- April 4, 2022 fundamental to success in society than having a safe and affordable place to live and this is about the city doing their part for residents and those who live and work in the city. He agrees this is change and it is difficult, especially with light rail coming. He stated this can be done in an intelligent way with input from the community; this is being done the right way and he will support this. Councilmember Budd added her thanks to staff for their thoroughness on this and stated she appreciates this has been done with a lot of input. She stated her family is very excited about the project, especially being so close to the light rail and with no need for a vehicle. She added she feels good about the traffic study information and will support this. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen presented Mayor Spano’s comments thanking the community and staff and Councilmember Dumalag and indicating he is supportive of the project. Mayor Spano indicated the developer, church, planning commission and staff did their best to hear the residents’ concerns but that does not mean all the concerns were put to rest, and they rarely are. Mayor Spano noted there is a relatively large proportion of 2–3-bedroom units and that will allow more families to live in the neighborhood, which is a positive. He found parking concerns were valid, but generally speaking public parking is for the public and if abused, the city has balances in place to address this. Mayor Spano added the project does bring tax benefits to the city, although it may take some time. His comments also noted the affordable aspect is important, noting his daughter has had to deal with this issue herself . Mayor Spano indicated in his comments that he would support this as well. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen added he will also support this, noting St. Louis Park is a wonderful community to live in, but is becoming less affordable. He stated it is incumbent on the city to develop affordable housing. He noted there will be disruption but asked the neighborhood to support their new neighbors who want to live in the community. It was moved by Councilmember Mohamed, seconded by Councilmember Dumalag, to adopt Resolution No. 22-054 approving the amendments to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Plan Map, as well as related figures and tables; to approve the first reading of an Ordinance vacating a roadway easement located between Highway 100 and Wooddale Avenue and set the second reading for April 18, 2022; adopt Resolution No. 22-055 approving the preliminary and final plat for Wooddale Avenue Apartments; and, approve first reading of an Ordinance adding section 36-268-PUD 23 to the zoning code and amending the zoning map from R3 – Two-Family Residential to PUD 23 and set the second reading for April 18, 2022. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 8b. Beltline Station Development (Ward 1) Resolution No. 22-056 Ms. Monson presented the staff report. DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -11- April 4, 2022 Councilmember Rog noted two changes are the green wall proposal for the parking ramp and the addition of the play space. She asked if there are any other changes. Ms. Monson stated the green wall has been part of the proposal but was not called that originally. Councilmember Rog stated she is very excited about this project and asked where the bike parking is planned. Ms. Monson stated there is some in the underground parking area and in the ramp for building 1. She added there is ample outdoor bicycle parking as well. Councilmember Rog stated as a bike commuter, she hopes the bike parking will be the best it can be. Councilmember Dumalag asked about the affordability in only one building and not distributed among the other buildings. Ms. Monson stated that is correct, adding it is a very complex project, so putting the affordable all in one building will assist with tax credits and financing. Will Anderson, Sherman Associates, stated tax credits allow for more affordable housing and large family housing and this building is 2–3-bedroom units. Councilmember Rog stated she appreciates the multi-generational nature of this project, with a senior focus as well as families with small children, and she is very excited about this project. She added the value of this affordable housing to the school district is also a plus. She asked about more public input around the grocery store and commercial uses. Ms. Monson stated there are plans to have additional public input forums to discuss this. Councilmember Rog stated she is pleased and proud for the vision coming to fruition, of those who commented at past visioning sessions and added she will support this project. Councilmember Dumalag stated she is pleased there are more amenities for families , and likes the splash pad, as well as the 55+ community. She stated this is great use of the space and proximity to the light rail, is excited about the grocer as well, and will support this. Councilmember Mohamed added as someone from a large family, she is happy to see the support here for larger families in the housing component as well as affordable housing near the light rail and she will support this. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen stated he will support this, after many years of hard work from staff, the developer, and the council. It was moved by Councilmember Rog, seconded by Councilmember Mohamed, to adopt Resolution No. 22-056 approving the preliminary and final plat for Beltline Station and approve the first reading of an Ordinance adding section 36-268-PUD 22 to the zoning DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -12- April 4, 2022 code and amending the zoning map from IG – General Industrial to PUD 22 and to set the second reading for April 18, 2022. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 8c. Designate Bituminous Roadways, Inc. the lowest responsible bidder and authorize execution of a contract with the firm in the amount of $6,833,385.89 for the 2022 Pavement Management Project No. 4021-1000 Councilmember Kraft asked that this item be addressed separate from the consent agenda. He stated the size is coming above on this as well and the overages have to do with material costs due to supply chain issues. He noted it does not make sense to delay this and it appears the city can handle the increase in costs, but he wanted to point out this reduces flexibility we have when utility costs are approved later this year. It was moved by Councilmember Kraft, seconded by Councilmember Dumalag, to designate Bituminous Roadways, Inc. as the lowest responsible bidder and authorize execution of a contract with the firm in the amount of $6,833,385.89 for the 2022 Pavement Management Project No. 4021-1000. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 8d. Adopt resolution renewing a mobility sharing license for Bird Rides Inc. Resolution No. 22-057 Mayor Pro Tem Brausen asked that this item be addressed separate from the consent agenda. He explained this will allow for scooters in the community, which were available in 2019, and now will be available again in the city. He added there will be up to 225 of these scooters which will be available in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Golden Valley and can be used to commute between all these cities. It was moved by Councilmember Mohamed, seconded by Councilmember Budd, to adopt Resolution No. 22-057 renewing a mobility sharing license for Bird Rides Inc. The motion passed 6-0 (Mayor Spano absent). 9. Communications Ms. Keller noted the Wooddale Station meeting tomorrow from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and another on April 12 at the same time on improving access and designing public spaces, both meetings will be held at city hall. Ms. Keller also noted another meeting on April 26, at city hall from 4-6 p.m. to discuss the Minnetonka Boulevard reconstruction project. Councilmember Kraft noted a current SLP campaign to encourage 52 households to power their homes with renewable energy to celebrate the 52 nd anniversary of Earth DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80 City council meeting -13- April 4, 2022 Day this month. He noted the focus is to encourage households to subscribe to Windsource from Xcel Energy and participating households can enter to win portable solar battery powered charger packs. This begins today and runs through the end of April. Councilmember Rog stated there is a meeting on April 7 at 6 p.m. on stormwater management and more information is on the city website . 10. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jake Spano, mayor DocuSign Envelope ID: F4F4DFA9-169D-4BB1-8B7E-6DD62E88ED80