Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004/01/20 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA SUMMARY CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA Tuesday, January 20, 2004 7:30 p.m. 6:45 p.m. – Planning Commission Interview, 2ND FLOOR – AQUILA RM 7:00 p.m. – Reception, 3rd Floor Lobby 1. Call to Order a. Pledge of Allegiance b. Roll Call 2. Presentations 2a. Presentation for former Councilmember Jim Brimeyer 2b. Recognition of former 2003 Board and Commission members 2c. Retiree and Former Employee Recognition 3. Approval of Minutes a. City Council Minutes of January 5,, 2004 Document Action: Corrections/amendments to minutes - Minutes approved as presented 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. Action: Motion to approve the agenda as presented and to approve items listed on the consent calendar (Alternatively: Motion to add or remove items from the agenda, motion to move items from consent calendar to regular agenda for discussion and to approve those items remaining on the consent calendar). 5. Boards and Commissions 6. Public Hearings 7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public - None 8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions 8a. Appointment of Thomas K. Harmening as City Manager, with terms and conditions effective January 5, 2004. Document Recommended Action: Motion to adopt a resolution appointing Thomas K. Harmening as City Manager subject to the terms of the employment contract 8b. Police Sergeant Union Contract 1/1/04 – 12/31/05 Document A 2-year agreement for Sergeants settling the City and Union for 2004 & 05. Recommended Action: Motion to adopt the attached resolution approving a Labor Agreement between the City and Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) #218, establishing terms and conditions of employment for two years: 1/1/04 – 12/31/05. 9. Communications 10. Adjournment Auxiliary aids for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. To make arrangements, please call the Administration Department) at 952/924-2525 (TDD 952/924-2518) at least 96 hours in advance of meeting. ST. LOUIS PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 20, 2003 SECTION 4: 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. 4a Motion to adopt resolutions recognizing former employees Document 4b Motion to adopt the resolution revising the Snow and Ice Control Policy Document 4c Motion to approve resolution authorizing renewal of premises permit for Community Charities of Minnesota, operating at Park Tavern Lounge and Lanes, 3401 Louisiana Ave S Document 4d Motion to accept for filing the Planning Commission Minutes of December 3, 2003 Document 4e Motion to accept for filing the Housing Authority Minutes of December 10, 2003 Document 4f Motion to accept for filing the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes of November 19, 2003 Document 4g Motion to accept for filing the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Minutes of December 8, 2003 Document 4h Motion to accept Vendor Claims for filing (Supplement) AGENDA SUPPLEMENT CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 20, 2003 Items contained in this section are those items which are not yet available in electronic format and which are identified in the individual reports by inclusion of the word “Supplement”. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 3a - Council Minutes of Jan. 5, 2004 Page 1 of 3 UNOFFICIAL MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA January 5, 2004 1. Call to Order Mayor Jacobs called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. Prior to calling the roll, Mayor Jacobs asked that Judge Allen Oleisky swear in new Councilmembers. Judge Oleisky read the oath of office for the following Councilmembers for offices indicated: Jeffrey W. Jacobs Mayor Four Year Term Paul G. Omodt Councilmember At-Large A Four Year Term Phillip Finkelstein Councilmember At-Large B Four Year Term John W. Basill Councilmember Ward Two Two Year Term Following the swearing in ceremony, roll was taken with the following Councilmembers present: John Basill, Paul Omodt, Sue Santa, Sue Sanger, Sally Velick and Mayor Jeff Jacobs. Also present were the Interim City Manager/Community Development Director (Mr. Harmening); City Attorney (Mr. Scott); and City Clerk (Ms. Reichert) 2. Presentations - none 3. Approval of Minutes 3a. City Council Minutes of December 15, 2003 From Councilmember Santa: The minutes as presented did not indicate the names of the recipients of the Human Rights Awards. Council directed staff to correct the minutes by adding the names of the recipients. With that correction the minutes were approved as presented. 3b. City Council Special Meeting Minutes of December 22, 2003 The minutes were approved as presented. 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. 4a Accept for filing the Human Rights Commission Minutes of September 17, 2003 St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 3a - Council Minutes of Jan. 5, 2004 Page 2 of 3 4b Accept for filing the Human Rights Commission Minutes of November 19, 2003 4c Accept for filing the Housing Authority Minutes of November 12, 2003 4d Adopt Resolution No. 04-003 designating the St. Louis Park Sun-Sailor as the City’s Official Newspaper for 2004 4e Approve Resolution No. 04-004 accepting final payment to Gartner Refrigeration for completion of work on the Rec Center’s west arena per contract 56-03 4f (This item was moved to item 8b on the regular agenda) 4g Approve Ordinance No. 2263-04 to rezone 3705 Park Center Boulevard (Wayside House property) from R-C High-Density Residential to M-X Mixed Use for consistency with the Civic Mixed Use Comprehensive Plan designation of the property, adopt second reading, approve summary, and authorize publication 4h Approve the Bilateral Compliance Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Health and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement for the City 4i Accept Fire Civil Service Commission Minutes of February 3, 2003 4j Approve execution of a lease with Benilde-St. Margaret’s School for a locker facility located under the west side bleachers of the west arena in the St. Louis Park Rec Center 4k Accept Vendor Claims for filing (Supplement) Interim City Manager, Tom Harmening, suggested that item 4g Motion to adopt resolution declaring 2004 City Council meeting dates be moved to the regular agenda as item 8b. It was moved by Councilmember Sanger, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to approve the Agenda and items listed on the Consent Calendar as amended. The motion passed 7-0. 5. Boards and Commissions 5a. Appointments to Boards and Commissions It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Velick, to appoint Michael Baum, Joan Cichosz, Maureen Gormley, Jim Lanenberg, Sharon Berry, Anthony Del Percio, C. Marie Campion, and Carl Ohlinger to the Police Advisory Commission. The motion passed 7-0. 6. Public Hearings 6a. Public Hearing to consider granting an on-sale intoxicating and Sunday sale liquor license to ABG Restaurant Corporation DBA Europa, 600 South Hwy 169, St. Louis Park MN St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 3a - Council Minutes of Jan. 5, 2004 Page 3 of 3 Ms. Reichert stated that all requirements of the license had been met and staff recommended approval contingent upon receipt of the Certificate of Occupancy. With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Jacobs closed the public hearing. It was moved by Councilmember Velick and seconded by Councilmember Basill to approve an on-sale intoxicating and Sunday sale liquor license effective January 15, 2004, contingent upon issuance of Certificate of Occupancy. Motion passed 7-0. 7. Requests, Petitions, and Communications from the Public: None 8. Resolutions, Ordinances, Motions 8a. Election of Mayor Pro-Tem. Resolution No. 04-001 It was moved by Councilmember Velick, seconded by Councilmember Santa, to adopt Resolution No. 04-001 appointing Councilmember Sanger as Mayor Pro-tem. The motion passed 7-0. 8b. Declaring 2004 City Council meeting dates. Resolution No. 04-002 Mr. Harmening informed the council that the council meeting schedule as presented called for a meeting on April 5th which would fall on Passover. He suggested that the schedule be changed to reflect no meeting the week of April 5th with a regular meeting and study session to be held the following week on April 12th. It was moved by Councilmember Santa, seconded by Councilmember Basill to adopt Resolution No. 04-002 declaring 2004 City Council meeting dates as amended. The motion passed 7-0. Ms. Reichert pointed out that meeting dates are set in advance for planning purposes, but the date of any meeting can be changed in accordance with the Council Rules and Procedures with proper notice. 9. Communications - None 10. Adjournment Mayor Jacobs adjourned the meeting at 7:44 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ City Clerk Mayor St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 1 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO JEANNE BERGSTROM WHEREAS, Jeanne Bergstrom began her employment with the City of St. Louis Park on May 11, 1981; and WHEREAS, through her enthusiasm and tenacity, Jeanne has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Jeanne has made countless contributions in her commitment to her job in a support position in the Police Department, and has received department commendations for her work; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Jeanne Bergstrom for her great contributions and 22+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish her the best in her retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 2 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO CAROLYN IRRGANG WHEREAS, Carolyn Irrgang began her employment with the City of St. Louis Park on February 5, 1979; and WHEREAS, throughout her career in a support position in the Police Department, Carolyn has served as a liaison to several City prosecutors and the Hennepin County court system; and WHEREAS, through her enthusiasm and tenacity, Carolyn has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Carolyn has made countless contributions in her commitment to her job and has received department commendations for her work; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Carolyn Irrgang for her great contributions and 24+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish her the best in her retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 3 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO MARTIN HANSEN WHEREAS, Martin Hansen began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park on March 7, 1978; and WHEREAS, through his dedication to the City, Martin has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Martin has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job in Public Works Maintenance and in his service to the City ; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Martin Hansen for his great contributions and 25+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 4 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO SERGEANT LORIN KRAMER WHEREAS, Lorin Kramer began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park over 28 years ago on November 3, 1975; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, Lorin has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Lorin has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job and has served the City in the Police Department as a patrol officer, undercover officer, investigator, patrol sergeant, investigations sergeant; and WHEREAS, Lorin received numerous awards for his service to the citizens of St. Louis Park; and WHEREAS, Lorin has volunteered for Training Officer, the Departments Emergency Response Unit, to serve on the Human Rights Commission; and WHEREAS, Lorin has shown great devotion and commitment to his wife Sue; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Lorin Kramer for his great contributions and 28+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 5 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO CAPTAIN RODNEY WALKER WHEREAS, Rodney Walker began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park over 31 years ago on January 10, 1972; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, Rodney has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Rodney has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job and has served the City in the Police Department as a patrol officer, undercover officer, investigator, patrol sergeant, investigations sergeant, captain, and interim chief of police; and WHEREAS, Rodney received numerous awards for his service to the Citizens of St. Louis Park; and WHEREAS, Rodney has volunteered for Training Officer, Range Officer, the Departments Emergency Response Unit, Emergency Response Unit Supervisor; and WHEREAS, Rodney has shown great devotion and commitment to his children and is committed to an active involvement with his children; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Rodney Walker for his great contributions and 31+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 6 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO BRIDGET WYNN-KIENENBERGER WHEREAS, Bridget Wynn-Kienenberger began her employment with the City of St. Louis Park on June 10, 1966; and WHEREAS, through her enthusiasm and tenacity, Bridget has earned the respect of peers, citizens, boards and commissions; and WHEREAS, Bridget has made countless contributions in her commitment to her job in Parks and Recreation and in her service on committees such as serving as liaison to Parktacular, Historical Society, and youth associations over the years, organized the Youth Activities Grant; and WHEREAS, Bridget received the Spirit of St. Louis Park Award; and WHEREAS, Bridget is active in creative art activities and spending time with her grandchildren. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Bridget Wynn-Kienenberger for her great contributions and 37 years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish her the best in her retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 7 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO JEFFREY WARD WHEREAS, Jeffrey Ward began his employment in the Fire Department for the City of St. Louis Park on February 9, 1981; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, Jeff has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Jeff has made countless contributions in his commitment as a firefighter, as an emergency planner and in his service as an officer of Local 993; and WHEREAS, Jeff is active with his two boys in BMX racing, Boy Scouts, Lacrosse and many other family activities; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Jeffrey Ward for his great contributions and 22+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 8 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO CARLTON MOORE WHEREAS, Carlton Moore began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park on May 9, 1977; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, Carlton has earned the respect of peers, citizens, boards and commissions, and city councils; and WHEREAS, Carlton has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job in Public Works and in his service to the public; and WHEREAS, Carlton is active with his family and friends; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Carlton Moore for his great contributions and 26+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his future. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 9 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO DAVID MARQUARDT WHEREAS, David Marquardt began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park on August 4, 1975; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, David has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, David has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job as a Battalion Chief on the St. Louis Park Fire Department, and through his actions has worked to protect and enhance the safety of all firefighters; and WHEREAS, David is active in hunting, fishing, and overseeing a growing plantation; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank David Marquardt for his great contributions and 28+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 10 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO SERGEANT ROBERT ROMAN WHEREAS, Robert Roman began his employment in the Police Department with the City of St. Louis Park over 31years ago on January 10, 1972; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, Bob has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Bob has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job and has served the City as a patrol officer, investigator, patrol sergeant; and WHEREAS, Bob received numerous awards for his service to the Citizens of St. Louis Park; and WHEREAS, Bob is has shown great devotion and commitment to his wife and son; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Robert Roman for his great contributions and 31+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 11 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO DENNIS JOHNSON WHEREAS, Dennis Johnson began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park on July 28, 1969; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, Denny has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Denny has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job and in his service to the public in Public Works as an Engineering Technician in designing and inspecting a significant number of capital improvement projects for the City including street reconstruction, water main installation, storm sewer and sanitary sewer replacement, and sidewalk construction; and WHEREAS, Denny is known for his attention to detail, technical knowledge, and sound judgment in relation to providing services to the public; and WHEREAS, Denny plans to remain active spending time with his family while continuing his interests in hunting and woodworking; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Dennis Johnson for his great contributions and 34+ years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4a - Retiree Resolutions Page 12 of 12 RESOLUTION NO. ______ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO ROBERT HELMER WHEREAS, Robert Helmer began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park on October 18, 1966; and WHEREAS, through his enthusiasm and tenacity, Bob has earned the respect of peers and citizens; and WHEREAS, Bob has made countless contributions in his commitment to his job and in his service to the public in Public Works as an Engineering Technician through his surveying work such as numerous capital improvement projects, street reconstruction, alley construction, water main replacement, and sewer construction; and WHEREAS, Bob is active in building and restoring classic cars and will continue to pursue other interests; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Robert Helmer for his great contributions and 37 years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 1 of 30 4b. Adoption of a Snow and Ice Control Policy BACKGROUND: In April of 1988, City Staff adopted a practice for snow and ice control. Since that time many changes have occurred to the transportation system outdating that practice statement. In 1999, the League of Minnesota Cities recommended we adopt a written policy. A written policy would address the timing of plowing and/or ice control, priorities in routes and procedures, general guidelines for use of materials and equipment, and flexibility to change procedures in response to weather and road conditions. It can also help inform residents about what to expect from the City and provide them with fair and uniform treatment during snow removal operations. Policies that balance the competing needs of road safety, employee safety, and fiscal constraints, can offer some protection against liability for accidents or litigation. A policy can also help employees and residents to understand the timing and importance of all operations by setting priorities. In September, 2000, Council adopted the City’s first formal snow and ice control policy. Recently, Council adopted revisions to the snow parking ordinance changing the effective depth of the parking ban from 2 inches to 3 inches, and eliminating the 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. restriction on the hours of the parking ban. The attached snow policy updates the 2000 policy with changes resulting from the recent ordinance revisions, budget reductions, equipment upgrades, and sidewalk/trail additions. No significant changes were made to the existing Snow and Ice Control Policy. Most revisions were due to the switch from sand/salt to salt only for ice control, the consolidation of plow routes and the revision of the snow removal parking ordinance. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Motion to adopt the attached resolution accepting the revised City of St. Louis Park Snow and Ice Control Policy. The City Attorney has reviewed the revised policy. Attachments: Resolution revising the City’s Snow and Ice Control Policy Snow and Ice Control Policy (Dated January 20, 2004) Prepared By: Mark P. Hanson, Operations Superintendent Michael P. Rardin, Public Works Director Approved By: Tom Harmening, Interim City Manager St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 2 of 30 RESOLUTION NO. 04-017 RESOLUTION REVISING (OR UPDATING) THE CITY’S SNOW AND ICE CONTROL POLICY WHEREAS, the City adopted a Snow and Ice Control Policy with Resolution No.00-121 in September 2000; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park wishes to revise their snow and ice control policy due to recent ordinance revisions; and WHEREAS, the policy attached to this resolution titled “Snow and Ice Control Policy – January 20, 2004” has been updated by staff for Council for just such a purpose NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, that the City hereby: 1. Rescinds Resolution 00-121, Resolution Establishing a City Snow and Ice Control Policy (dated September 18, 2000). 2. Adopts the Snow and Ice Control Policy Attached as Exhibit A to this resolution (dated September 20, 2004). Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 3 of 30 EXHIBIT A to RESOLUTION #04-017 City of St. Louis Park, MN SNOW AND ICE CONTROL POLICY JANUARY 20, 2004 I. PURPOSE AND NEED The City of St. Louis Park, being an established City, needs to routinely review their policy regarding efficient and timely removal of snow and control of ice. Reasonable snow and ice control is necessary for routine and emergency travel by the motoring public. The City will provide such control in a cost-effective manner keeping in mind safety, budget, personnel, and environmental concerns. The City will use city employees, equipment, and/or private contractors to provide this service. This policy outlines the current practice within the Public Works Department in order to accomplish this goal. II. PRACTICE FOR SNOW PLOWING, SANDING/SALTING, REMOVAL, ETC. Each year the Public Works Department updates its snow removal map of the City that establishes priority systems for snow removal. Under the direction of the Public Works Director items may be added to or deleted from the attached priority listings. Staff will determine the priority for alleys, trails, sidewalks, bus stops, bridges, recreational areas, parking lots, and streets within the system. For purposes of snow and ice control our city is divided into eleven (11) street plow routes, four (4) cul-de-sac/parking lot routes, two (2) alley routes, three (3) sidewalk/trail routes, and two (2) bridge/bus stop routes. These routes are periodically reviewed and revised to correspond with the budgetary, equipment and personnel resources available. Within each of the areas, the City has classified their snow removal efforts based on function and the importance to the welfare of the community. The priorities listed as “A” will generally be cleared first. These facilities connect major sections of the city with access points to the Metropolitan Highway System and provide access for fire, police and medical services including the Fire and PD driveways. The priorities listed as “B” will generally be cleared second. These facilities provide direct service to residential neighborhoods, schools, commercial property, parking lots with scheduled events and other facilities with similar type activities. Due to scheduling at the Recreation Center, City Hall or other City facilities these lots may need to be cleared prior to the scheduled event. If so, staff will make every effort to clear these lots prior to the events. The priorities listed as “C” will generally be cleared third. These are facilities such as low volume residential streets, City-owned parking lots, city alleys, park and ride lots, highly used skating rinks/ped bridges/sidewalks/trails, and other facilities with similar type activities. The priority “D” will generally be cleared fourth. These facilities are areas such as cul-de-sacs, less used ped bridges/trails/sidewalks/skating rinks, bus stops, other municipal lots, and other facilities with similar type activities. The Priority “E” will generally be cleared last. This St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 4 of 30 generally consists of clearing and/or removal of stored snow from facilities such as storage areas, bus stops, bridge approaches, parking lots, intersections, low use open skating rinks, and other facilities with similar type activities. These activities will generally begin after clearing operations have ceased and as weather conditions, safety related items, and personnel resources dictate. Generally, with a typical snow event, all snow removal priorities can begin immediately upon commencement of operations. However, this is dependent on such things as the type of storm, personnel available or the equipment resources available. The Public Works Operations Superintendent, Street Supervisor, or their designee (herein referred to as “Supervisor”), with the assistance of the Police Department, will monitor the weather and street conditions prior to and during snow and ice events. The Supervisor will determine the timing, amount of equipment, and personnel necessary to safely clear the streets. The Supervisor has the responsibility of determining the plow routes and the sequencing of operations based on budgetary implications, equipment, personnel resources available and other conditions warranting change. The Supervisor shall retain the flexibility to adjust sequencing or route assignments at any time. These routes will be periodically reviewed and revised based on economic, political, or budgetary implications to accomplish a balanced as well as economical approach to snow removal. III. COMMENCEMENT OF OPERATIONS Snow clearing and/or ice control operations shall commence under the direction of the Supervisor. This action may include application of a sand/salt mixture for ice control, implementation of snow clearing procedures, or snow removal procedures. During and following a snowfall or ice event the Supervisor will determine the manpower and equipment needed based on the environmental conditions and the provisions of this policy. In general, snow removal operations shall commence when one of the following occurs: • Snow accumulation of 3", with continual snow fall, warrants commencement of full operations and the initiation of snow removal parking restrictions as stipulated in Ordinance #30-158. • Snow accumulation less than 3” or drifting of snow may warrant commencement of partial or full operations depending upon conditions, but snow removal parking restrictions will not be initiated. • Icing of pavements may warrant partial or full operation depending upon extent and conditions. • Any other type of emergency as determined by the Supervisor. IV. HOW SNOW WILL BE CLEARED Snow shall be cleared in a manner so as to minimize traffic obstructions. The center of the roadway will be cleared first. The snow shall then be pushed from left to right with the discharge going onto the boulevard area of the right-of-way. It is the Department’s goal to have the entire system cleared after a “typical” snowfall in approximately 12 hours. The sidewalk/trail St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 5 of 30 system may require more than 12 hours to complete based on event conditions, availability of personnel, and equipment resources available. Generally, with a “typical” snowfall, all snow removal priorities can begin immediately upon commencement of operations. In the event of a major snowfall all available equipment and/or personnel may be assigned in accordance with the priority provisions of this City Policy. With all major snowfalls the Supervisor will direct staff to follow the priority system listed in exhibit “A”. With any event the Supervisor reserves flexibility to evaluate each event, set the priorities, and determine start times. Normally, ice control and snow removal operations will begin early enough to allow the City forces to prepare the priority “A” and priority “B” streets prior to morning rush hour traffic. Snow removal of areas listed as priority “C” and “D” shall generally commence after the clearing of priorities “A” and “B” has been completed. The city’s snow removal parking ban is in effect on most residential streets whenever snow accumulation exceeds 3” in order to provide the most effective method for snow removal (Ordinance Section 30-158). Clearing of sidewalks and trails shall generally commence with the priority “B” streets. Depending on snowfall conditions and duration of the storm, cleanup operations can fluctuate widely. Widening and clean-up operations may continue immediately or on following workdays depending upon conditions and circumstances. The City will provide an operator and equipment to maintain access for emergency, fire, police and medical services during major snowstorms to the best of their ability. City maintenance employees will attempt every day to leave the streets in good winter driving condition as they go out of service. V. USE OF SAND AND SALT The City is concerned about the effect of sand and salt on the environment and will limit its use for that reason. Application of the sand/salt mixture is generally limited to major routes, steep grades, and intersections. Application is limited on lower volume streets and cul-de-sacs. The City cannot be responsible for damage to grass caused by the sand/salt mixture and therefore will not make repairs or compensate residents for salt damage to turf areas in the street right-of-way. VI. SUSPENSION OF OPERATIONS Generally, operations shall continue until all roads are passable. Safety of the plow operators and the public is important. Therefore, snow fighting operations may be terminated after 10-12 hours of continual clearing to allow personnel adequate time for rest within a 24 hour period. There may be instances when this is not possible depending on storm conditions and other circumstances. Operations may also be suspended during periods of limited visibility and/or severe weather conditions. Any decision to suspend operations shall be made by the Supervisor. Suspending operations shall be based on the conditions of the storm, safety, and effectiveness of the clearing operation. VII. PROPERTY DAMAGE Snow removal and ice control operations can cause property damage even under the best of circumstances and care on the part of the operators. The major types of damage are to improvements installed by residents within the City right-of-way that extend beyond the curb St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 6 of 30 location. This right-of-way area is often misconstrued as private property. The intent of the right-of-way is to provide room for snow storage, utilities, sidewalks and other City uses. The City is not liable for private installations within this right-of-way area. However, certain private improvements such as mailboxes are required within this area. Therefore, the City will cooperate with the property owner to determine if any damage is the responsibility of the City and when it shall be the responsibility of the resident. The City accepts responsibility and will repair or replace mailboxes if the damage is by physically being struck by a plow blade, wing, or other piece of equipment. Mailboxes should be constructed sturdily enough to withstand snow rolling off a plow or a wing. Therefore, damage resulting from the weight of the snow is the responsibility of the resident. Damage to fences, trees, or other structures will be repaired or replaced by the City only if they are on private property. Grass areas on public right of way that are scraped or gouged by City equipment will be repaired by top dressing and seeding the following spring. Residents are responsible for watering, if necessary, the areas that have been repaired. In instances where there is disagreement as to the source of the damage and the responsibility therefore, the Director of Public Works and/or the Operations Superintendent shall determine the responsibility. VIII. DRIVEWAYS OR SIDEWALK OUTWALKS One of the most frequent and frustrating problems for City personnel and the public is the clearing of snow from public streets that results in snow being deposited in driveway, outwalk, or sidewalk openings. Snow that accumulates on the plow blade has no place to go but in those areas. The City’s plow operators make every reasonable attempt to minimize the amount of snow deposited in these areas, but the amount can still be significant. City personnel do not provide private driveway, sidewalk, or outwalk cleaning. IX. MAIL DELIVERY The snow plow operators make every effort to remove snow as close to the curb line as practical and to provide access to mailboxes for the Postal Department. However, it is not possible to provide perfect conditions and minimize damage to mailboxes with the size and type of equipment the City operates. Therefore, the final cleaning adjacent to mailboxes is the responsibility of each resident. X. PARKING RESTRICTIONS AND SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL St. Louis Park Ordinance Section 30-158 restricts parking on residential streets anytime (day or night) there is three (3) inches or more of fresh snow on the ground. The ordinance does allow for the issuance of free parking permits for those households that do not have sufficient space to park at least two cars off of the street. Additionally, Council has established specific areas within the city (mostly commercial and high density, multi-family housing areas with insufficient parking) which are exempt from the parking restrictions. Exempt areas are authorized by Resolution 03-180 and listed in Attachment L. Council has also adopted a fee- St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 7 of 30 based parking permit system for those households with adequate off-street parking for two vehicles but own three or more vehicles. The fee-based permit system is authorized by Resolution 03-153. The following Ordinances regulate parking restrictions and sidewalk snow removal during snow related events; 1. Ordinance section 30-153 Concerns general parking restrictions 2. Ordinance section 30-158 Concerns snow removal parking restrictions - Resolution #03-180 Exempts specific streets from the parking restrictions - Resolution #03-153 Establishes process for fee-based parking permits 3. Ordinance sections 24-341 through 24-347 Concern snow, ice, and rubbish; a public nuisance on sidewalks - removal by owner 4. Ordinance section 12-34 Concerns nuisances and snow removal from sidewalks XI. COMPLAINTS Complaints regarding snow/ice control or damage shall be taken during normal working hours and handled in accordance with the City’s complaint procedures. Complaints involving access to property, safety, or problems requiring immediate attention shall be handled on a priority basis. Response time should not exceed forty-eight (48) hours for any complaint. Responses are to ensure that the provisions of this policy have been fulfilled and that all residents of the City have been treated uniformly. XII. EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION OF CHANGING CONDITIONS The Supervisor normally is notified of snow and ice condition after hours, on weekends, and during holidays by the Police Department. Icing of pavements may warrant a partial or full operation. The responding individual shall assess the conditions, assign manpower, and equipment as the conditions require. For commencement of snow removal operations the Supervisor reserves flexibility to evaluate storms and determine start times. A notification may be required for one or more of the following: • General snow removal questions. • Snow accumulation of 2", with continual snowfall. • Drifting of snow warranting commencement of partial or full operation. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 8 of 30 ATTACHMENTS: EXHIBIT “A” Snow and Ice Control Priorities EXHIBIT “B” Ordinance Sections 24-341 through 24-347 EXHIBIT “C” Ordinance Section 30-153 EXHIBIT “D” Ordinance Section 30-158 EXHIBIT “E” Resolution #03-180 EXHIBIT “F” Priority Parking Lot List EXHIBIT “G” Priority Skating Areas List EXHIBIT “H” Priority Trail List EXHIBIT “I” Priority Sidewalk List EXHIBIT “J” Priority Pedestrian Bridge List EXHIBIT “K” Priority Bus Stop and Pedestrian Ramp Lists EXHIBIT “L” Exempt Parking Areas - Residential and Commercial (Supplemental Map) EXHIBIT “M” Priority Street Clearing Map (Supplement) EXHIBIT “N” Sidewalk & Trail Clearing Map (Supplement) EXHIBIT “O” Lot (parks & municipal) Map (Supplement) EXHIBIT “P” Plow District Map (Supplement) EXHIBIT “Q” Alley Plow Map (Supplement) St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 9 of 30 EXHIBIT “A” SNOW AND ICE CONTROL PRIORITIES PRIORITY “A” Facilities that connect major sections of the city with access points to the Metropolitan Highway System and provide access for fire, police and medical services including emergency services parking lots. PRIORITY “B” Facilities providing direct service to residential neighborhoods, schools, commercial property and parking lots with scheduled events. PRIORITY “C” Facilities such as low volume residential streets, city owned parking lots, city alleys, park and ride lots, highly used skating rinks/ped bridges/sidewalks/trails, and other facilities with similar type activities. PRIORITY “D” Cul-de-sacs, less used ped bridges/sidewalks/trails/sidewalks/skating rinks, bus stops, other municipal lots, and other facilities with similar type activities. PRIORITY “E” Snow clearing and/or removal from storage areas, bus stops, bridge approaches, parking lots, intersections, low use open skating rinks, and other facilities with similar type activities. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 10 of 30 EXHIBIT “B” SNOW, RUBBISH REMOVAL Sec. 24-341. Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Current service means one or more of the following activities by the city: (1) Removal of dangerous snow, ice or rubbish from public sidewalks and public rights-of-way; and (2) Repair of unsafe sidewalks. Sec. 24-342. Snow, ice and rubbish a public nuisance on sidewalks; removal by owner. (a) All snow, ice and rubbish being on a public sidewalk or public right-of-way in such quantities, or in such a manner, as to render the use of the sidewalk by a pedestrian unsafe, is hereby declared a public nuisance. (b) The owner or occupant of any property abutting a public sidewalk shall remove and clear away all snow, ice and rubbish from so much of the sidewalk as is in front of or abuts on the property as follows: (1) Snow and ice shall be removed from all sidewalks in all business and industrial districts within four business hours after the cessation of any fall of snow, sleet or freezing rain or by the beginning of business hours of the next business day following such fall, whichever period is shorter. Snow and ice shall be removed from all other sidewalks on the same day of the cessation of any fall of snow, sleet or freezing rain when at least six hours of daylight remain after the cessation, or otherwise by noon on the following day, whichever period is longer. (2) Rubbish shall be removed from all sidewalks within 12 hours after its accumulation thereon. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 11 of 30 Sec. 24-343. Sidewalk in disrepair a public nuisance; duty of owner. (a) A public sidewalk in such a condition of disrepair as to render its use by a pedestrian unsafe is hereby declared a public nuisance. (b) The owner or occupant of any property within the city abutting a public sidewalk shall keep the sidewalk in repair and safe for use by pedestrians. Repairs shall be made in accordance with standard specifications on file with the city. Sec. 24-344. Abatement notices. (a) Snow, ice and rubbish removal. When an owner or occupant permits a nuisance to exist in violation of section 24-342, the city may serve a notice on the owner of the property ordering removal, elimination or repair of the nuisance within one day after the service. The notice shall state that in the event of noncompliance, removal or elimination may be done by the city at the owner's expense, and, that if the expenses are not paid prior to the following September 1, the charge for the work will be made a special assessment against the property. When no owner or agent of the owner can be found, notice shall be sent by certified mail to the person who is listed on the records of the county auditor or county treasurer as the owner. Service will be complete upon mailing. (b) Sidewalk repair. When an owner or occupant permits a nuisance to exist in violation of section 24-343, the city shall serve a notice on the owner of the property ordering removal, elimination or repair of the nuisance within two days after the service of the notice. The notice shall state that in the event of noncompliance, removal or elimination will be done by the city at the owner's expense, and, that if the expenses are not paid prior to the following September 1, the charge for the work will be made a special assessment against the property. When no owner or agent of the owner can be found, notice shall be sent by certified mail to the person who is listed on the records of the county auditor or county treasurer as the owner. Service will be completed upon mailing. Sec. 24-345. Abatement by city. If the owner or occupant fails to comply with the notice within the period allowed for compliance after service, or if no owner, occupant or agent can be found, the director of public works may: St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 12 of 30 (1) Cause the snow or ice or rubbish constituting the nuisance to be removed; or (2) In the case of a public sidewalk which is unsafe and in need of repairs, report the facts to the city manager who in turn shall report them to the city council. The council thereupon, by resolution, may order the city manager to cause the sidewalk to be repaired and made safe for pedestrians by city crews or by contract let in accordance with law. Abatement by the city after failure of the owner or occupant to do so shall not relieve such owner or occupant of a violation of this Code. Sec. 24-346. Personal liability. The owner of property for which service under section 24-345 has been provided by the city shall be personally liable for the cost of such service. As soon as the current service has been completed and its cost determined, the city manager shall prepare a bill stating the amount due for such service, and stating that if the bill is not paid prior to September 1, the same will be made a special assessment against the property concerned, and shall mail the bill and notice to the owner, and thereupon the amount shall be immediately due and payable to the city. Sec. 24-347. Assessment. After September 1 of each year, the clerk shall list the total unpaid charges for each type of service provided under section 24-345 against each separate lot or tract of land to which they are attributable under this article. The council may then spread the charges against property benefited as a special assessment under M.S.A. § 429.101 and other pertinent statutes, for certification to the county auditor and collection for the following year along with current taxes. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 13 of 30 EXHIBIT “C” Sec. 30-153. General parking restrictions. No person shall stop, park or leave standing any vehicle, whether attended or unattended, upon the paved or improved or main traveled part of any street or highway in this city when it is practical to stop, park or so leave such vehicle off such part of the street or highway, but in every event a clear and unobstructed width of at least 20 feet of such part of the street or highway shall be left for the free passage of other vehicles, and a clear view of such stopped vehicle shall be available for a distance of 200 feet in each direction upon such street or highway. No vehicle shall be parked continuously at any place in any public street for a period of more than 48 hours. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 14 of 30 EXHIBIT “D” Section 30-158 amended by Ordinance No. 2251-03 (1) Definition of Street: Street as used in this section shall mean the entire right-of- way, including sidewalks, boulevards, curb and gutter as well as the traveled portion of any City street, alley, highway, thoroughfare, county road, or state highway within the City of St. Louis Park. (2) Snow Fall Parking Restrictions: (a) Except as provided in Subparagraph (b) and (c) herein, no person shall park a vehicle on any public street anytime after a snowfall of three (3) inches or more has accumulated, until the street has been plowed curb to curb. (b) The City Council will establish by resolution the public streets which are not subject to the snowfall parking ban. The exempted streets will generally be non-residential streets and residential streets without off-street parking. (c) The City Manager or designee is authorized to issue parking permits allowing on-street parking adjacent to the permittee’s residence when the snow fall parking ban is in effect. The permits may only be issued to City residents who do not have off-street parking available to them. Each permit will be issued for an identified vehicle and must be displayed in the vehicle. No more than two vehicle permits will be issued for each residential dwelling unit, except as provided in subparagraph (d) herein. (d) In addition to permits authorized in subparagraph (c) herein, the City Council may by resolution authorize the issuance of parking permits allowing on-street parking adjacent to the permittee’s residence when the snowfall parking ban is in effect. The additional permits may be allowed by resolution when either the residential dwelling does not have adequate off- street parking or does not have any off-street parking and permits for more than two vehicles is determined to be appropriate. The council shall establish the appropriate fee for these permits by resolution. (3) Obstruction of Street by Private Snow Plowing Removal Prohibited. No person shall deposit any snow or ice, plowed or removed from private property, onto a public street. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 15 of 30 (4) Parking Interference with Clean-Up Snowplowing. No person shall park any vehicle on a public street within 50 feet of any area of a public street which is unplowed after City equipment has previously plowed snow and ice from other portions of said street, nor otherwise park in such a manner as to interfere with City clean-up snowplowing operations. (5) Off-Street Parking Areas and Private Streets. No person who is an owner or manager of the premises shall allow or permit snow and ice accumulation in an area of required off-street parking under the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance or a special permit issued thereunder or private streets established under a special permit in such a manner as to reduce such private street area or the number of parking stalls available for such use, commencing 24 hours after the cessation of snowfall. (6) Special Posted Now Removal Parking Restrictions. In addition to the parking ban set forth in Subsection (2) herein, the City Manager or designee is authorized to post no parking signs for snow removal along public streets of the City where snow removal operations will require the use of the entire width of the street by snow plowing and removing the equipment. Such signs shall be posted at frequent intervals at least four (4) hours prior to the time when snow removal commences on the street so posted, and such signs shall be removed promptly after completion of the snow removal operation. Snow removal shall be done on any street so posted as soon as possible following a lapse of four (4) hours after posting the signs. No person shall park any vehicle, nor leave any vehicle which was parked at the time of posting for a period of more than two (2) hours thereafter, of any block on any street so posted during the time the said signs are posted thereon, and it shall be unlawful for any person other than an authorized representative of the City or Police Department of the City to remove said signs. (7) Snow Emergency. The City Manager or designee is authorized to declare a snow emergency and to impose parking restrictions on City streets as necessary in the event curbside snow accumulations cause streets to become impassable to emergency vehicles or snow removal equipment in conjunction with on-street parking. (8) Towing of Vehicles. In addition to the penalty provision imposed for a violation of this section, vehicles parked on a public street in violation of any provision of this section may be towed and impounded. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 16 of 30 EXHIBIT “E” RESOLUTION NO. 03-180 RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 03-152 AND EXEMPTING STREETS FROM THE SNOWFALL PARKING BAN WHEREAS, the City Council established a list of streets exempt from the snowfall parking ban; and WHEREAS, the City Council now deems it necessary to revise the list of exempt streets; and WHEREAS, due to these changes in the list of exempt streets, Resolution 03-152 is no longer current or valid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, that the City hereby: 1. Rescinds Resolution 03-152, Resolution Exempting Streets from the Snowfall Parking Ban. 2. Exempts the streets set forth on Exhibit “L” hereto and incorporated herein by reference, from the three inch (3”) snowfall parking ban pursuant to Section 30- 158 of the City Code. Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the City Council December 15, 2003 Interim City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 17 of 30 EXHIBIT "F" Parking Lots Lot Address Type Priority Preferred completion time Fire Station 1 3750 Wooddale Ave Emergency A ASAP Fire Station 2 2262 Louisiana Ave Emergency A ASAP City Hall (upper/lower/police) 5005 Minnetonka Boulevard Emergency A ASAP Westwood Nature Center 8300 Franklin Ave Recreation B dependent on building schedules Rec Center 3700 Monterey Drive Recreation B dependent on building schedules Nelson 6504 W 26th Street Recreation C dependent on building schedules Water Dept. Shop 3750 Wooddale Ave Commercial C following priorities a & b MSC 7305 Oxford St. Commercial C following priorities a & b Gorham Lot 3435 Gorham Ave Commercial C prior to 8 am 27th and Louisiana Ave 2701 Louisiana Ave Commercial C prior to 8 am Dakota SW behind Palms 6500 Lake St Commercial C prior to 8 am Alabama Ave and Excelsior 6000 Excelsior Boulevard Park & Ride C prior to 8 am Minnetonka and Louisiana 3001 Louisiana Ave Park & ride C prior to 8 am Texas & Highway 7 7941 W. 37th Street Park & Ride C prior to 9 am Bass Lake Park 3515 Beltline Boulevard Recreation C prior to 9 am Treasure Island 2930 Inglewood Ave Commercial C prior to 9 am Reiss's Lot 6601 Lake Street Park & Ride C prior to 9 am 36th and Wooddale Ave 3550 Wooddale Ave Commercial C prior to 9 am Walker St. and Louisiana 7300 Walker Street Park & Ride C same day or dependent on usage Northside 2200 Louisiana Ave Recreation C same day Fern Hill 4405 W 28th Street Recreation C same day 37th and Alabama 6000 W. 37th street Commercial C same day Oak Hill 3356 Quebec Ave Recreation D ASAP after plowing operations Victoria Lake 2750 Virginia Ave Recreation D ASAP after plowing operations Aquila Park 3110 Xylon Ave Recreation D ASAP after plowing operations Carpenter Park 5004 Highway 7 SFR Recreation D ASAP after plowing operations Creekside Park 7315 Oxford Street Recreation D ASAP after plowing operations Keystone Park 3134 Alabama Ave Recreation D ASAP after plowing operations St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 18 of 30 Dakota Park 2665 Dakota Ave Recreation D ASAP after plowing operations EXHIBIT "G" Skating Rinks Rink Address Open or hockey Plowing Priority Parking Lot Preferred completion time Birchwood 2745 Zarthan Ave both C no after priorities A & B Browndale 4905 Morningside Rd both C no after priorities A & B Nelson 6504 W. 26th Street Hockey C yes after priorities A & B Northside 2200 Louisiana Ave both C yes after priorities A & B Oak Hill 3356 Quebec Ave both C yes after priorities A & B Bass Lake 4860 W. 35th Street Open D no same day Center 5857 Oxford Street Hockey D no same day Edgebrook 3920 Pennsylvania Ave Open D no same day Parkview 6701 W. 33rd Street both D no same day St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 19 of 30 EXHIBIT "H" Trails Route From To Length Priority Type Preferred completion time Junior High Trail Pennsylvania Ave Texas Ave 1,272 C school prior to 8 am Lynn Ave Trail 27th Street 28th Street 310 C commuter prior to 8 am Wooddale/Devaney Trl Devaney Wooddale 450 C school prior to 8 am 36th Street Beltline Blvd Hwy 100 S. Ramp 1,471 D commuter prior to 1 pm 36th Street Park Center Blvd Hwy 100 N. Ramp 636 D commuter prior to 1 pm Beltline Blvd 36th Street Cty Road 25 NFR 2,838 D commuter prior to 1 pm Birchwood Park 28th Street Zarthan Ave 296 D recreation next day Bronx Trail Idaho Ave 29th Street 439 D recreation next day Browndale Pk Trail Browndale Ave Morningside Rd 284 D recreation next day Cedar Lake Road JCC Ridge Drive 4,779 D commuter same day Dakota Park Trail Dakota Ave 27th Street 2,373 D recreation next day Ford Rd Park Trail Ford Road 16th Street 800 D recreation next day George Haun Trail Belt Line Blvd 35th Street 5,014 D recreation same day Hampshire Trail 1400 Hampshire Hampshire Ave 156 D commuter same day Jackley Park Trail Brookside Ave 42nd Street 215 D recreation next day Jersey Park Trail Jersey Ave 16th Street 675 D recreation next day Jordan Ave Jordan Ave SFR I-394 800 D commuter same day Keystone Park Trl Alabama Ave 31st Street 1,203 D general same day Oak Park Village 32nd Street Walker Street 6,852 D recreation same day Ottawa Ave County Road 25 Minnetonka Blvd 989 D commuter same day Otten Pond Trails Dakota Ave 14th Street 1,750 D recreation next day Pennsylvania Ave 16th Street 13 1/2 Street 636 D general same day Roxbury Park Trail Brunswick Ave 32nd Street 340 D general same day SFR I-394 Flag Ave Ford Road 2,538 D commuter same day Stephens Drive Mpls Trail Parkwoods Road 1,060 D commuter same day Taft Trail Louisiana Ave Edgebrook Drive 1,500 D recreation next day Twin Lakes Park 26th St N side of Park 805 D commuter same day 28th St Yosemite Ave Xenwood Ave 280 D commuter same day Franklin Ave Trls Hampshire Ave Louisiana Ave 1,215 C commuter same day Northside Park Trl Louisiana Ave Nevada Ave 624 C commuter same day Aquila Park Trails Aquila Lane 32nd St 3,101 D recreation same day 33rd St Aquila Ave Utah Ave 1,540 D recreation same day St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 20 of 30 Carpenter Pk Trls Raleigh Ave Minnetonka Blvd 2,798 D recreation next day Oak Hill Pk Trails 34th Street Rhode Island Ave 2,808 D recreation next day Shelard Park Trails NFR I-394 Shelard Parkway 4,266 D commuter same day Wolfe Park Trail Belt Line Blvd 36th Street 5,310 D recreation next day SWLRT Corridor West City Limits Beltiline Blvd 11,024 C commuter same day Hutchinson Spur West City Limits Hwy 100 16,960 C commuter same day Hutchinson Spur East City Limits Hwy 100 3,074 C commuter same day SWLRT Corridor Beltline Blvd East city Limits 2,968 C commuter same day 37th St Park Center Blvd SLP Rec Center 954 D recreation next day Shelard Parkway Nathan Lane I-394 NFR 1,537 C commuter same day Fern Hill Park Trails 28th St Fern Hill Park 1200 D recreation next day Westwood Nature Center Westwood Nature Center Trails 1400 D recreation next day Trails to be Built Lamplighter Pond Franklin Trail 16th St recreation To be built Louisiana Ave Lake St Wlker Street commuter To be built Library Lane Louisiana Bridge Library Lane commuter To be built Minnehaha Creek 32nd St 34th St recreation To be built Minnetonka Blvd Aquila Ave Highway 169 commuter To be built Monterey Drive Excelsior Blvd 38th St Commuter To be built Ottawa Ave Cty Rd 25 Minnetonka Blvd Commuter To be built SWLRT Trl Conn Taft St SWLRT (Edgebrook Pk) Commuter To be built Benilde High School Parkwoods Road Twin Lakes Park Commuter To be built Wooddale Ave Hamilton St 36th St Commuter To be built Bass Lake East Bass Lake Trails France Ave Recreation To be built Flag Ave Trail Walker Ave Knollwood Green Park Trail Recreation To be built 36th Street Alabama Ave Brunswick Ave Recreation To be built Hutch Spur Connection Cedar Lake Road Cul-de-Sac Recreation To be built Hutch Spur Connection 26th Street Georgia Recreation To be built Trails shown on map (Exhibit N) but not plowed Knollwood Park Trail Minnehaha Circle Flag Ave SFR I-394 14th St Winnetka Ave Winnetka Ave SFR I-394 City Limits Rainbow Park Trail Texas Ave Sumter Ave TOTAL 101,540 Lineal Feet 19.2 Miles St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 21 of 30 EXHIBIT "I" Sidewalks Route From To Side Area Length Type Preferred completion time 16th St Louisiana Ave Pennsylvania Ave N N 1,345 General prior to end of plowing 16th St Zarthan Ave Park Place Blvd S N 1,440 General prior to end of plowing 1st St NW Gorham Ave 150 feet east N M 145 General prior to end of plowing 22nd St Oregon Court Nevada Ave N N 361 General prior to end of plowing 26th St Dakota Ave Kentucky Ave N M 2,143 School prior to end of plowing 26th St France Ave Monterey Ave S S 1,906 General prior to end of plowing 26th St Monterey Ave Salem Ave N S 1995 General prior to end of plowing 27th St Dakota Ave Brunswick N M 1226 General prior to end of plowing 27th St Webster Ave Utica Ave S M 630 General prior to end of plowing 28th St Monterey Pkwy Joppa Ave S S 954 General prior to end of plowing 28th St Zarthan Ave Virginia Ave N M 7,175 General prior to end of plowing 28th St Trail 28th St Lynn Ave N S 310 Trail prior to end of plowing 31st St Xylon Ave Hutchingson Spur S M 730 School prior to end of plowing 32nd St Xylon Ave Texas Ave S M 1,200 General prior to end of plowing 33rd St Dakota Ave Library Lane S M 2,031 School prior to end of plowing 36th St Aquila Ave Gettysburg S M 2,822 Commuter prior to end of plowing 36th St Beltline Blvd Alabama Ave N S 3401 General prior to end of plowing 36th St Texas Ave Flag Ave N M 3,319 General prior to end of plowing 36th St Texas Ave Wyoming Ave S M 849 Commuter prior to end of plowing 36th St Wooddale Ave Hwy 100 Ramp S S 1,680 General prior to end of plowing 37th St Aquila Ave Target Road N M 2,062 Commuter prior to end of plowing 38th St Excelsior Blvd France Ave N S 1,997 General prior to end of plowing 38th St Excelsior Blvd France Ave S S 1,997 General prior to end of plowing 38th St Sidewalk between Excel Blvd & Lynn E S 100 General prior to end of plowing 41st St Wooddale Ave Natchez Ave S S 1,653 School Before 8 AM 41st St Yosemite Ave Webster Ave S S 1478 General prior to end of plowing Alabama Ave Excelsior Blvd 36th St W S 3,475 General prior to end of plowing Alabama Ave Excelsior Blvd 37th St E S 3,090 General prior to end of plowing Aquila Ave 34th St Hwy 7 W M 2,012 Commuter prior to end of plowing Aquila Ave 36th St Hwy 7 E M 1,326 Commuter prior to end of plowing Auto Club Way Park Center Blvd East 320 feet N S 320 General prior to end of plowing Auto Club Way Park Center Blvd East 320 feet S S 320 General prior to end of plowing Beltline Blvd County 25 36th St E S 2838 Trail prior to end of plowing Brookside Ave Excelsior Blvd 42nd St E S 1,484 General prior to end of plowing Brookside Ave Excelsior Blvd City Limits W S 3,392 General prior to end of plowing Cedar Lake Road Flag Ave Boone Ave S N 1,230 School Before 8 AM Cedar Lake Road Hwy 169 Park Place Blvd N N 14,150 Commuter Before 8 AM Cedar Lake Road Nevada Ave Louisiana Ave S N 1162 Commuter Before 8 AM Cedar Lake Road Quentin Ave Ped Bridge @ JCC N N 1,855 Trail prior to end of plowing Cedar Lake Road Zarthan Ave Ridge Dr S N 2,308 Commuter Before 8 AM Dakota Ave 26th St Lake St E M 5,346 School prior to 8 am St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 22 of 30 Dakota Ave 26th St Lake St W M 5,346 School prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd France Ave Monterey N SS2 2,928 General special service district Excelsior Blvd France Ave Monterey S SS2 2,928 General special service district Excelsior Blvd Park Center Blvd West City Limits N S 7,802 General Before 8 AM Excelsior Blvd Quentin Wooddale Ave S SS1 1,335 General special service district Excelsior Blvd Quentin Park Center Blvd N SS1 1,561 General special service district Excelsior Blvd Quentin Monterey S SS3 1,747 Commuter prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd Quentin Monterey N SS3 1,747 Commuter prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd Yosemite Minnehaha Creek S S 1,766 Commuter Before 8 AM Flag Ave Cedar Lake Rd Franklin Ave W N 4,029 General prior to end of plowing Ford Road Shelard Pkwy I-394 NFR W N 2,271 General prior to end of plowing France Ave 26th St Cedar Lake Ave W S 402 General Before 8 AM Franklin Ave Pennsylvania Ave Louisiana Ave S N 1,294 General prior to end of plowing Franklin Ave Texas Ave Nature Center N N 2,638 General prior to end of plowing Franklin Ave Trails Louisiana Ave Hampshire Ave N 1215 Trail prior to end of plowing George Haun Trail Beltline Blvd 26th E S 5014 Trail prior to end of plowing Gorham Ave 2nd St NW 1st St NW E M 550 General prior to end of plowing Hampshire Ave Franklin Ave Cedar Lake Rd W N 673 General prior to end of plowing Hampshire Ave I-394 SFR Cul-de-sac E N 938 General prior to end of plowing I-394 SFR 14th St Shelard Parkway S N 2438 General prior to end of plowing I-394 SFR Louisiana Ave East to Park & Ride N N 287 General Before 8 AM I-394 SFR Park Place Blvd East City Limits S N 2,138 General prior to end of plowing I-394 SFR Winnetka Ave Cul-de-sac S N 9,100 General prior to end of plowing Idaho Ave Cedar Lake Rd School Property E N 652 General prior to end of plowing Lake St Brunswick Ave Walker St N M 2,331 General prior to end of plowing Lake St Minnetonka Blvd Dakota Ave S M 3,544 General prior to end of plowing Lake St Walker St RR Tracks S M 218 General prior to end of plowing Library Lane Gorham Ave 33rd St N M 643 School prior to end of plowing Louisiana Ave 14th St Across 394 Bridge E N 600 General Before 8 AM Louisiana Ave 720’ N of Excel Blvd Oxford St W S 1,739 General Before 8 AM Louisiana Ave Excelsior Blvd Cedar Lake Rd E S 11,931 General Before 8 AM Louisiana Ave Walker Ave Across 394 Bridge W N 11,024 General Before 8 AM Minnetonka Blvd France Ave Texas Ave N S 13,374 General Before 8 AM Minnetonka Blvd Inglewood Ave Aquila Ave S S 14,436 General Before 8 AM Monterey Drive 36 1/2 Street Excelsior Blvd. E SS3 1,050 General prior to end of plowing Monterey Drive Excelsior Blvd 36th 1/2 St W S 1085 General Before 8 AM Natchez Ave 41st St Excelsior Blvd W S 1427 School Before 8 AM Nevada Ave Cedar Lake Road 22nd St E N 992 General prior to end of plowing Ottawa Ave 31st St Minnetonka Blvd W S 564 Commuter prior to end of plowing Ottawa Ave County 25 Minnetonka Blvd E S 2100 General prior to end of plowing Otten Pond Trail Dakota Ave 14th St N 1700 Trail prior to end of plowing Park Center Blvd Excelsior Blvd 36th St E SS1 3,237 Commuter special service district Park Center Blvd Target’s S. Entrance 36th St W SS1 978 Commuter special service district Park Glen Road Beltline Blvd East 250 feet N S 250 General prior to end of plowing Park Nicollet Blvd 39th St Excelsior Blvd W SS1 490 Commuter special service district Park Place Blvd Cedar Lake Road 16th St W N 1,475 General prior to end of plowing Park Place Blvd Cedar Lake Road 400 feet N of Gamble E N 1234 General prior to end of plowing Pennsylvania Ave I-394 SFR 16th St E N 645 General prior to end of plowing Princeton Ave 42nd St Wooddale Ave E S 587 School prior to end of plowing St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 23 of 30 Quentin Ave 42nd St 41st St E S 574 School prior to end of plowing Raleigh Ave Minnetonka Blvd Police Station Lot E S 628 General Before 8 AM Shelard Pkwy Ford Road Nathan Lane S N 1,567 General prior to end of plowing Shelard Pkwy I-394 SFR (Bridge) Nathan Lane E N 2,510 General prior to end of plowing Texas Ave Hwy 7 28th St E M 6,025 General prior to end of plowing Texas Ave Hwy 7 28th St W M 6,025 General prior to end of plowing Texas Ave I-394 SFR Cedar Lake Rd E N 5,088 General prior to end of plowing Utica Ave 27th St Pedestrian Bridge E M 150 General prior to end of plowing Virginia Ave 28th St Cedar Lake Road E M 1,400 General prior to end of plowing Walker St Lake St Louisiana Ave N M 1466 General prior to end of plowing Walker St Louisiana Oaks Trail Quebec Ave N M 1,339 General prior to end of plowing Walker St Quebec Ave Texas Ave S M 300 General prior to end of plowing Webster Ave 27th St 28th St W M 636 General prior to end of plowing Webster Ave In front of Sunshine Park @ 29th E M 135 General prior to end of plowing Webster Ave 39th St Excelsior Blvd E M 600 General prior to end of plowing Wooddale Ave 44th St Excelsior Blvd E S 4,582 General prior to end of plowing Wooddale Ave 44th St Excelsior Blvd W S 4,582 General prior to end of plowing Wooddale Ave Hwy 7 36th St W S 354 Trail Before 8 AM Wooddale Ave Lake St 35th E S 848 School Before 8 AM Wooddale Ave Lake St Hwy 7 W S 1291 Trail Before 8 AM Yosemite Ave Excelsior Blvd 41st St W S 850 General prior to end of plowing Zarthan Ave Cedar Lake Road 16th St E N 705 General prior to end of plowing Zarthan Ave I-394 SFR 16th St W N 908 General prior to end of plowing Not Shown on map (Exhibit N) but plowed 26th Street Pedestrian Bridge Salem Ave N S 350 General prior to end of plowing 28th St Webster Ave Xenwood Ave S M 252 General prior to end of plowing 41st St Brookside Ave Yosemite Ave S S 1478 General prior to end of plowing 41st St Webster Ave Pedestrian Bridge S S 120 General prior to end of plowing Sunshine Park Vernon Ave Webster Ave M 315 Trail prior to end of plowing Plowed because its adjacent to City Property 27th St Louisiana Ave To alley entrance S N 135 General Before 8 AM Inglewood Minnetonka 200 feet North W M 200 General prior to end of plowing Sumter Ave In front of Rainbow Park (South of 29th) W M 250 General prior to end of plowing Vernon Ave In front of Sunshine Park @ 29th W M 135 General prior to end of plowing Walker St Lake St East to Railroad N M 318 General prior to end of plowing Webster Ave In front of Sunshine Park @ 29th E M 135 General prior to end of plowing Wooddale Ave In front of Fire Station No. 1 W S 50 Trail prior to end of plowing Yosemite Ave Pump House @ Vermont Ave W S 144 Utilities prior to end of plowing City sidewalk to be built 16th St Jordan Ave Ford Road N N General To be built 41st St Wooddale Ave Highway 100 S S General To be built Aquila Ave 33rd St 34th Street W M Commuter To be built Brookside Ave 42nd St Jackley Park E S General To be built Edgewood Ave Cedar Lake Rd 26th St W N School To be built Excelsior Blvd Yosemite Ave Wooddale Ave S S Commuter To be built Flag Ave Franklin Ave 18th Street E N General To be built Walker St Louisiana Ave Louisiana Oaks Trail N M General To be built St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 24 of 30 Wooddale Ave Hwy 100 Ramp 39th St E S General To be built Ford Road Ford Lane Shelard Pkwy E N General To be built Lake St Brunswick Ave Webster Ave N M General To be built France Ave 26th St City Limits W N General To be built Dale Ave Morning Side 250 feet South E S General To be built Morning Side Dale Ave Wooddale Ave S S General To be built Total Linear Feet and Distance in Miles 274,155 Feet 51.92 Miles St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 25 of 30 EXHIBIT "J" Pedestrian Bridges Bridge Location Road Owner Priority Type Preferred completion time 33rd Street over Lousiana (trackless) City of St. Louis Park C school prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd over Minnehaha Creek County C general prior to 8 am 26th Street over Highway 100 Mn/DOT C school prior to 8 am Brookside Ave & Minnehaha Creek (trackless) City of St. Louis Park D general prior to 3 pm same day Cedar Lake Road over Burlington Railroad City of St. Louis Park D recreation prior to 3 pm same day 41st over Highway 100 Mn/DOT D general prior to 3 pm same day Pennsylvania Ave Pedestrian over I-394 (trackless) Mn/DOT D commuter prior to 8 am 37th and Minnehaha Creek City of St. Louis Park D general prior to 3 pm St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 26 of 30 EXHIBIT "K" Bus Stops Shelters Address Road Owner Shoveling Priority Sidewalk or Trail Priority Preferred completion time Excelsior Blvd & Methodist Hospital Entrance County D C Prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd & Quentin Ave County D C Prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd & 38th Street County D C Prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd & France Ave County D C Prior to 8 am Minnetonka Blvd & Princeton Ave County D C Prior to 8 am Minnetonka Blvd & Raleigh Ave County D C Prior to 8 am Minnetonka Blvd & Highway 100 County D C Prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd & Wooddale Ave County D C Prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd & Natchez Ave County D C Prior to 8 am Excelsior Blvd & Joppa Ave County D C Prior to 8 am 27th Street & Louisiana Ave County D C Prior to 8 am 28th Street & Louisiana Ave County D C Prior to 8 am Sidewalk Ramps Excelsior Blvd & Quentin Ave City of St. Louis Park D C Prior to 8 am 36th Street & Wyoming Ave City of St. Louis Park D D Prior to 8 am St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 27 of 30 Revised 12/15/03 EXHIBIT "L" 1. Exempt Residential Streets Street Name From To Sides 14th St. Dakota Ave. Colorado Ave. South 16th St. Colorado Ave. Dakota Ave. North 28th St. 4330 W. 28th St. 100' in length Both 28th St. Texas Ave. Virginia Ave. North 30 1/2 St. Xylon Ave. Virginia Ave. Both 30 1/2 St. Virginia Ave. Utah Ave. Both 31st St. Inglwood Ave. Glenhurst Ave. Both 31st St. Xylon Ave. Virginia Ave. Both 32nd St. Xylon Ave. Virginia Ave. North 34th St. Lake St. 6216 W. 34th St. Both 35th St. Wooddale Ave. Alabama Ave. South 35th St. Alabama Ave. Zarthan Ave. North 35th St. Aquila Ave. Cul-de-sac Cul-de-sac Only 36 1/2 St. Monterey Ave. Lynn Ave. Both 36 1/2 St. Lynn Ave. Kipling Ave. Both 36 1/2 St. Kipling Ave. Excelsior Blvd. North 36th St. Huntington Ave. Cul-de-sac Both Alabama Ave. 3463 Alabama Ave. 35th St. Both Aquila Ave. 34th St. Aquila Cir. West Aquila Cir. Aquila Ave. Cul-de-sac Both Brunswick Ave. Excelsior Blvd. Alley Entrance East Colorado Ave. 14th St. 16th St. Both Dakota Ave. 14th St. Cul-de-sac Cul-de-sac Only E. Serv. Dr. Hwy 169 394 14th St Both Hamilton Ave. Wooddale Ave. Brunswick Ave. South Hampshire Ave. S.Serv. Dr. 394 Dead End Both Hampshire Ave. 23rd St. 24th St. East Huntington Ave. 36th St. Excelsior Blvd. East Idaho Ave. 14th St. S. Serv. Dr. 394 Both Inglewood Ave. S. Serv. Dr. Hwy 25 31st St. Both Jersey Ave. 14th St. S. Serv. Dr. 394 Both Joppa Ave. Minnetonka Blvd.. N. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 25 Both Joppa Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. Sunset Blvd. East Lake St. 34th St. Brunswick Ave. South Louisiana Ct. 28th St. Dead End Both Lynn Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. N. Serv. Dr. Hwy 25 Both Lynn Ave. 36th St. 36 1/2 St. West Meadowbrook Blvd. Excelsior Blvd. Meadowbrook Ln. Both Meadowbrook Ln. Excelsior Blvd. Meadowbrook Blvd. Both Meadowbrook Ln. Meadowbrook Blvd. Dead End Both N. Serv. Dr. Hwy 25 Joppa Ave. Lynn Ave. North Natchez Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. 3040 Natchez Ave. East Nevada Ave. Cedar Lake Rd. Dead End East Nevada Ave. Cedar Lake Rd. 22nd St. Both Ottawa Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. 3041 Ottawa Ave. East St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 28 of 30 Ottawa Ave. 31st St. N. Serv. Dr. Hwy 25 West Oxford St. Alabama Ave. Zarthan Ave. South Pennsylvania Ave. 14th St. 13 1/2 St. East Raleigh Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. N. Serv. Dr. Hwy 25 West Rhode Island Ave. 28th St. Dead End Both S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 25 Lynn Ave. Joppa Ave. South Sunset Blvd. Joppa Ave. Inglewood Ave. South Virginia Ave. 30 ½ St. 32nd St. Both Virginia Ave. 32nd St. Cul-de-sac West Wyoming Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. 2948 Wyoming Ave. West Xylon Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. 32nd St. East St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 29 of 30 EXHIBIT "L" 2. Exempt Non-Residential (Commercial) Streets Street Name From To Sides 1st St. Gorham Ave. Republic Ave. Both 16th St. Zarthan Ave. Park Place Blvd. Both 2nd St. Gorham Ave. Republic Ave. Both 23rd St. Edgewood Ave. Florida Ave. Both 23rd St. Hwy. 100 Utica Ave. Both 25 1/2 St. E. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 100 26th St. Both 27th St. Louisiana Ave. Cul-de-sac Both 35 1/2 St. Webster Ave. Yosemite Ave. Both 35th St. Beltline Blvd. Raleigh Ave. Both 35th St. Raleigh Ave. Cul-de-sac Both 36th St. Wooddale Ave. Monterey Ave. Both 36th St. Texas Ave. Independence Ave. Both 37th St. Inglewood Ave. Joppa Ave. Both 37th St. Wooddale Ave. Brunswick Ave. Both 37th St. Aquila Ave. Target Parking Lot Both 37th St. Texas Ave. Sumter Ave. Both 37th St. Pennsylvania Ave. Walker St. Both 39th St. Princeton Ave. Med Center Parking Lot Both Alabama Ave. Excelsior Blvd. 400' N. of Excelsior Blvd. Both Aquila Ave. 36th St. Hwy. 7 Both Auto Club Way Park Center Blvd. Med Center Parking Lot Both Beltline Blvd. Co. Rd. #25 36th St. Both Brookside Ave. Excelsior Blvd. 41st St. Both Cambridge St. Edgewood Ave. RR Bridge Both Cedar Lake Rd. Hwy. 169 JCC Cul-de-sac Both Dakota Ave. Walker St. Dead End Both Dakota Ave. Walker St. N. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Both Dakota Ave. Lake St. RR Tracks Both E. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 100 Hwy. 100 25 1/2 St. Both E. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 169 22nd St. 23rd St. Both Edgewood Ave. Oxford St. Cambridge St. Both Edgewood Ave. Cedar Lake Rd. Dead End Both Excelsior Blvd. France Ave. Meadowbrook Rd. Both Flag Ave. 36th St. Minnehaha Cir. S. Both Florida Ave. 23rd St. Dead End Both Ford Ln. Ford Rd. N. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 Both Ford Rd. Shelard Pkwy. N. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 Both France Ave. 40th St. Excelsior Blvd. West France Ave. Minnetonka Blvd. Cedar Lake Ave. West France Ave. Cedar Lake Ave. City Limits Both Gamble Dr. Park Place Blvd. City Limit Both Gorham Ave. Louisiana Ave. Walker St. Both Hampshire Ave. S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Dead End Both Joppa Ave. S. Serv. Dr. Co. #25 Dead End Both Jordan Ave. Cedar Lake Rd. 28th St. Both Lake St. S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Taft Ave. Both Lake St. Hwy. 7 Wooddale Ave. Both Library Ln. Lake St. Walker St. Both St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4b - Snow Ice Control Policy Page 30 of 30 Louisiana Ave. Excelsior Blvd. Hwy. 394 Both Lynn Ave. S. Serv. Dr. Co. #25 Dead End Both Meadowbrook Rd. Excelsior Blvd. Oxford St. Both Med Center Blvd. Excelsior Blvd. Around Entire Loop Both Minnetonka Blvd. France Ave. Hwy. 169 Both Monitor St. S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Dead End Both N. Serv. Dr. Co. #25 Inglewood Ave. Joppa Ave. Both N. Serv. Dr. Co. #25 Ottawa Ave. Raleigh Ave. Both N. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 Shelard Pkwy. Ford Ln. Both N. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Walker St. Wooddale Ave. Both Natchez Ave. S. Serv. Dr. 25 Dead End Both Oak Leaf Dr. Louisiana Ave. 2nd St. Both Oak Village Dr. Louisiana Ave. Cul-de-sac Both Ottawa Ave. 39th St Excelsior Blvd. Both Oxford St. Meadowbrook Rd. Edgewood Ave. Both Park Center Blvd. 36th St. Excelsior Blvd. Both Park Glen Rd. Beltline Blvd. West Cul-du Sac Both Park Glen Rd. Beltline Blvd. East Cul-du Sac Both Park Place Blvd. Cedar Lake Rd. Hwy. 394 Both Parkdale Dr. Park Place Blvd. Hwy. 100 Both Phillips Pkwy. 36th St. Cul-de-sac Both Powell Rd. Excelsior Blvd. Meadowbrook Rd. Both Princeton Ave. 39th St Excelsior Blvd. Both Quentin Ave. Cedar Lake Rd. City Limit Both Quentin Ave. 39th St Excelsior Blvd. Both Raleigh Ave. 35th St. 36th St. Both Republic Ave. 2nd St. Walker St. Both S. Serv. Dr. Co. #25 France Ave. Beltline Blvd. Both S. Serv. Dr. Co. #25 Beltline Blvd. Cul-de-sac Both S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 Park Place Blvd. City Limit Both S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 City Limit Cul-de-sac Both S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 Independence Ave. Shelard Pkwy. Both S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Wooddale Ave. East to Cul-de-sac Both S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Wooddale Ave. Oregon Ave. Both S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 Sumter Ave. City Limits Both Shelard Pkwy. S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 Hwy. 169 Both Stephens Dr. W. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 100 Dead End Both Texas Ave. S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 7 36th St. Both Utica Ave. 23rd St. Stephens Dr. Both Virginia Ave. 26th St. 28th St. Both W. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 100 Minnetonka Blvd. Webster Ave. Both W. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 100 Stephens Dr. 27th St. Both Walker St. Pennsylvania Ave. Dakota Ave. Both Webster Ave. 35 1/2 St. 36th St. Both Wooddale Ave. Hwy. 7 Hwy. 100 Both Wooddale Ave. Excelsior Blvd. Toledo Ave. Both Xenwood Ave. 36th St. North to Dead End Both Xenwood Ave. 36th St. South to Alley Both Yosemite Ave. 35 1/2 St. 36th St. Both Zarthan Ave. Cedar Lake Rd. S. Serv. Dr. Hwy. 394 Both St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4c - Premises Permit Renewal Comm Charities Page 1 of 2 4c. Motion to approve resolution authorizing renewal of premises permit for Community Charities of Minnesota, operating at Park Tavern Lounge and Lanes, 3401 Louisiana Ave S. Background: Communty Charities of Minnesota has submitted an application for renewal of a Gambling Premises Permit at Park Tavern Lounge and Lanes, 3401 Louisiana Ave S in St. Louis Park. This organization has operated in the City only since September of 2003. Normally, a premises permit is approved by the city and issued by the State Gambling Board for a two-year period. In this case, however, the approval given in September of 2003 was for the addition of a new location to their already existing permit. That permit is due for renewal in March of this year. Following this approval, they will be back on the regular two-year cycle. All requirements for issuance of the license have been met. An additional investigation was not warranted as officers and employees of the organization were thoroughly investigated for their September 2003 approval and no changes have been made in personnel since that time. The City Council must act to approve or deny the renewal before it is submitted to the State Gambling Control Board. If approved, a copy of the resolution passed by the Council will be submitted to the State. Attachments: Resolution Prepared by: Cynthia D. Reichert, City Clerk Approved by: Tom Harmening, Interim City Manager RESOLUTION NO. 04-018 A RESOLUTION APPROVING ISSUANCE OF A PREMISES PERMIT FOR LAWFUL GAMBLING Community Charities of Minnesota At Park Tavern Lounge and lanes, 3401 Louisiana Ave S WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 349 and St. Louis Park Ordinance Code Chapter 15 , provide for lawful gambling licensing by the State Gambling Control Board; and WHEREAS, a licensed organization may not conduct lawful gambling at any site unless it has first obtained from the Board a premise permit for the site; and WHEREAS, the Board may not issue or renew a premises permit unless the organization submits a resolution from the City Council approving the premises permit; therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of St. Louis Park City Council that the applicant listed above meets the criteria necessary to receive a premises permit, and the application is hereby approved. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: __________________________________ City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4d - Planning Commission Minutes of 12-3-03 Page 1 of 3 OFFICIAL MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA December 3, 2003--6:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS MEMBERS PRESENT: Michelle Bissonnette, Lynne Carper, Phillip Finkelstein, Ken Gothberg, Dennis Morris, Jerry Timian MEMBERS ABSENT: Carl Robertson STAFF PRESENT: Judie Erickson, Jean McGann, Nancy Sells 1. Call to order - Roll Call Vice-Chair Bissonnette called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes of November 19, 2003 Commissioner Gothberg requested that the motion on page 4, paragraph 1 include the condition he proposed, i.e., developer to maintain good, clear, and well-marked access to the park, the trail area around the north side and, perhaps, good access for residents in the existing buildings to the east. It was moved by Commissioner Gothberg to approve the minutes of November 19, 2003 as amended. The motion passed 6-0. 3. Hearings: A. Case No. 03-72-CP--Amendment to Comprehensive Plan 2000-2020 to amend the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) reflecting years 2004 to 2008 Vice-Chair Bissonnette opened the public hearing. Planning Coordinator Judie Erickson presented a staff report. Ms. Erickson reported that the Metropolitan Land Planning Act requires that Metropolitan Communities include in their comprehensive plans a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) that identifies the timing and financing of public improvements directed in the Comprehensive Plan. The CIP addresses such items as transportation, sewers, parks, water supply, and open space facilities. In her staff report, Ms. Erickson stated that the CIP is considered by the State of Minnesota and the Metropolitan Council to be a part of the Comprehensive Plan. As such, it must be reviewed by the Planning Commission and be found consistent with the St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4d - Planning Commission Minutes of 12-3-03 Page 2 of 3 goals and policies stated in the Comprehensive Plan. The City Council must then adopt the CIP by resolution. Jean McGann, Director of Finance, said in addition to insuring the CIP follows the Comprehensive Plan, the City uses the CIP as a planning tool. Ms. McGann said the Comprehensive Plan does not include technology replacement; and she briefly discussed park improvements. Vice-Chair Bissonnette closed the public hearing. Commissioner Gothberg complimented City staff on the quality of the CIP for this year; it was more complete and detailed. Commissioner Morris asked if it is typical for the municipal taxing district to extend CIP projects into the school taxing district in terms of doing capital projects for the school district, asking if that is a separate financial issue (he referred to the junior high school field improvements). Ms. Erickson said the Parks and Recreation department and the school district have had an overlay of responsibilities and duties, and sometimes they share resources and costs. Commissioner Morris inquired about project 1198. He asked if the City continues to carry CIP projects through their four-to-five year extention? Ms. McGann responded that project 1198 is anticipated to start in 2004, therefore, it is listed in the 2004-2008 CIP. It was moved by Commissioner Finkelstein to find the CIP consistent with the Comprehensive Plan 2000-2020 and recommend the City Council adopt a resolution amending Comprehensive Plan 2000-2020 to incorporate the CIP 2004-2008 subject to Metropolitan Council approval and subject to amendments to Chapter T, Communications, to incorporate projects related to radio, cable, and telephone systems replacements. Direct staff to schedule a public hearing for the additional amendments. The motion passed 6-0. 4. Unfinished Business 5. New Business A. Consent Agenda B. Other New Business 6. Communications A. Recent City Council Action - December 1, 2003 B. Other St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4d - Planning Commission Minutes of 12-3-03 Page 3 of 3 7. Miscellaneous Commissioner Morris congratulated Commissioners Finkelstein and Timian on their election victories. He inquired about the process and timeline for appointing a new commissioner to replace Commissioner Finkelstein. Ms. Erickson responded that the City Clerk's office coordinates recruitment and appointments for commissions. Staff will update the Commission on the schedule at the next Planning Commission meeting. 8. Adjournment Vice Chair Bissonnette adjourned the meeting at 6:20 p.m. Minutes prepared by: Respectfully submitted by: Linda Samson Nancy Sells Recording Secretary Administrative Secretary St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4e - Housing Authority Minutes of Dec. 10, 2003 Page 1 of 2 MINUTES Housing Authority St. Louis Park, Minnesota Wednesday, December 10, 2003 Westwood Room 5:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Commissioners Catherine Courtney, Anne Mavity and Judith Moore. MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners William Gavzy and Shone Row STAFF PRESENT: Sharon Anderson, Jane Klesk and Michele Schnitker 1. Call to Order Commissioner Courtney called the meeting to order at 5:28 p.m. 2. Approval of Minutes for November 12, 2003 The November 12, 2003 minutes were unanimously approved, with the following amendment to paragraph 6.e: The Hamilton House Non-Smoking Petition was formally received by the Commissioners. 3. Hearings – None 4. Reports and Committees – None 5. Unfinished Business – None 6. New Business a. Review of Agency Plan for Fiscal Year Beginning 2004 – Draft Ms. Schnitker presented the draft of the Agency Plan and explained that in 2004 the HA is entitled to use the streamlined plan. The HA will still administer the same programs and provide the same kind of back-up information in the large Agency Plan, such as a budget, action plan, FSS, etc. The HA is still required to hold a Public Hearing which will done be at the January 14, 2004 Board meeting. b. Hamilton House Non-Smoking Petition Ms. Anderson explained that staff met with the Fire Marshal and Chief Building Official who provided suggestions that will be untaken in units where tenants are being impacted by secondhand smoke. Additionally, an air purifier has been ordered. 2 c. Project for Pride in Living – Update on Louisiana Court Ms. Schnitker provided an update on the financial status of Louisiana Court. Because of the great number of vacancies in their development they will not be meeting some of their financial obligations this year; however, they are still making all their loan payments. Staff will report back quarterly on their situation. 7. Communications from Executive Director Ted Bigos has agreed to sign a short term extension (120 days) for the project-based, Section 8 rental assistance units at Lou Park. a. Claims List No. 12-2003 Commissioner Moore moved to ratify Claims List No. 12-2003, and Commissioner Mavity seconded the motion. The motion passed 3-0, with Commissioners Courtney, Mavity and Moore voting in favor. b. Communications 1. Monthly Report for December, 2003 2. Scattered-Site Houses and Hamilton House (verbal report) 3. Draft Financial Statement 8. Other 9. Adjournment Commissioner Moore moved to adjourn the meeting, and Commission Mavity seconded the motion. The motion passed 3-0, with Commissioners Courtney, Mavity and Moore voting in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 6:03 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Anne Mavity, Secretary St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4f - Park & Rec Commission Minutes of 11-19-03 Page 1 of 5 OFFICIAL MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 19, 2003 – 7 P.M. REC CENTER PROGRAMMING OFFICE MEMBERS PRESENT: R. Bruce Cornwall, Kirk Hawkinson, Dick Johnson, Sarah Lindenberg, Nancy Nelson, Dana Strong, and Tom Worthington GUESTS PRESENT: Seema and Raj Maddali and Councilmember Susan Santa MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Rick Birno, Jim Vaughan, Stacy Voelker, and Cindy Walsh 1. Call to order Ms. Nelson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. 2. Adjustments to the agenda None. 3. Approval of Minutes of September 17, 2003 Kirk Hawkinson moved to approve the minutes of the September 17, 2003 meeting, Tom Worthington seconded. The motion passed 7-0. 4. New Business A. Raj & Seema Maddali Presentation Regarding Soccer The Commission and staff members introduced themselves to Mr. and Mrs. Maddali. Seema and Raj Maddali thanked the Commission and complimented the Parks and Recreation staff for the great job they do on activities and facilities. The Maddali’s informed the Commission their presentation is from 10 months of researching issues regarding the Soccer Association’s in-house soccer expenses. Maddali’s goal is to have affordable soccer offered in St. Louis Park. The Maddali’s reviewed a slide presentation with Commission members (attached). They also distributed tax returns from the Soccer Association, the Constitution and Bylaws of the St. Louis Park Soccer Association, the Subcommittee Review of Affordable In House Soccer, and their Proposal For Affordable In House Soccer in Saint Louis Park to the Soccer Association to lower their costs. After reviewing the distributed documents with the Commissions, the Maddali’s advised the Soccer Association Board rejected their proposal which is why they are interested in forming a Soccer Club in St. Louis Park. Nancy Nelson inquired if the Soccer Club would provide soccer activities grades K-3. The Maddali’s indicated that if the Parks and Recreation Department would provide an in-house St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4f - Park & Rec Commission Minutes of 11-19-03 Page 2 of 5 soccer program for children K - 3, the Soccer Club would not run the program. The Soccer Club would not compete with what the Parks and Recreation Department runs. Dana Strong asked how many kids they feel would be in this program and what age group. Mr. Maddali advised there are 600 kids in the program now which includes U6, U8, U10, U12 or 5 - 12 year olds. The Maddali’s advised that each child plays one game per week along with one night of practice. Maddali’s recommend a cost of $50 or less each for in-house soccer. Traveling soccer begins at age 10 which has approximately 150 kids per that age group. Ms. Nelson suggested the issue isn’t the existing Soccer Association but that the Commission needs to determine what program should be handled by the Soccer Club or the Parks and Recreation Department. Mr. Strong inquired if the Parks and Recreation Department provide the in-house soccer program, would the needs of children be met. Kirk Hawkinson inquired if this is feasible with the budget cuts. Cindy Walsh advised the program would need to support itself. Mr. Strong inquired if certification is required of coaches. Rick Birno informed there is specialized training or orientation for each sport. Ms. Nelson stopped the presentation and advised the Commission that the discussion would be to discuss resolutions to keep costs reasonable. She indicated the Commission needs to discuss the solution. Ms. Walsh asked if there are other things you would like to see in new programs. Ms. Maddali continued the presentation indicating this is an information session to the Commission of issues that need to be addressed. Mr. Strong inquired if Parks and Recreation were to create the program, would it be summer or fall soccer. Maddali’s indicated both and would like to see Parks and Recreation run the program. Susan Santa confirmed the two proposals: (1) new Soccer Club has been formed in St. Louis Park and plan on providing in-house soccer to children in St. Louis Park; (2) request of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission to consider providing in-house soccer through the Parks and Recreation Department. Ms. Santa stated that at the point the City may choose to offer the program, the St. Louis Park Soccer Club would be absorbed. The Maddali’s indicate that is correct. Mr. Hawkinson reviewed that individuals would have the option of entering the City’s activity or the Soccer Association’s activity. The Maddali’s indicate that is correct. Mr. Strong indicated that the Commission cannot modify behavior of the Soccer Association but the Commission could discuss if the Parks and Recreation Department should offer in- house soccer. Commission members inquired what the deadline is for summer soccer. Mr. Maddali indicated he would research and advise the Commission. Ms. Walsh advised the Maddali’s the Commission meets the third Wednesday of every month. Ms. Maddali advised she would like to know before the holidays if staff will be offer in-house soccer as the Soccer Association has already started accepting registration. Ms. Nelson inquired if it is possible for staff to review and advise the Commission by the end of the year. Mr. Strong asked the Maddali’s for time until 1/1/04 to make a decision. Mr. & Ms. Maddali indicated that advertising should begin before the holidays. Mr. Cornwall inquired if the City could research and advise the Commission if they can offer on December 17, 2003. Ms. Maddali indicated she is willing to work with the City. Ms. Walsh indicated the Commission meets on December 17 and will advise the Maddali’s following that meeting in which the Maddali’s approved. The Maddali’s advised they would follow the process to establish a St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4f - Park & Rec Commission Minutes of 11-19-03 Page 3 of 5 Soccer Club as an association in St. Louis Park. Ms. Walsh suggested they not market yet until finalized. Mr. Strong thanked the Maddali’s for their effort and attempt to work with the Soccer Association and indicated positive and constructive decisions need to be reviewed. Seema and Raj Maddali thanked the Commission and staff. Mr. Johnson inquired if there are enough soccer fields available and Ms. Walsh advised staff could make it work. Mr. Worthington feels not all statements about the Soccer Association were accurate. Mr. Johnson inquired what would people on the Soccer Association’s board be gaining personally. Mr. Worthington explained some are paid positions but no fee goes to the board members meaning it’s a non-member/non-profit group. Ms. Nelson indicated she has heard these issues before but neither the City nor Commission has the authority over associations. Mr. Birno indicated fields may be an issue and staff needs to treat all organizations (like AAU and Soccer Club) equally. Mr. Cornwall expressed he is worried about having another association in the mix and what it does for the community. He indicated he prefers the City to run the program. Commission members discussed having the City offer the program and suggested a meeting with the Soccer Association to discuss. Ms. Walsh inquired if the Commission would like staff to discuss providing an in-house soccer program. Mr. Worthington feels the Soccer Association should be notified and discussed with them prior to initiating. Commission members agreed. Commission members discussed and some feel the City should offer, others feel the Soccer Club may be the best option. Ms. Nelson advised the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission is asking City staff to research offering in-house soccer for ages K – 4th grade in the summer and fall. The Commission will discuss staff’s recommendations at their December meeting. B. Wildlife Management Presentation by Jim Vaughan Jim Vaughan distributed “Deer Density Objectives and Goals” which he reviewed with the Commission. Mr. Vaughan indicated City Manager, Charlie Meyer, spearheaded the deer management policy which is used for management but not formally adopted by Council at this time. Staff is trying to appease different groups while managing wildlife which does not make everyone happy. Staff is using the policy as a guide for controlling deer. Ms. Walsh indicated that if staff would go through official Council direction at this time, awareness would not be increased. Ms. Walsh advised staff still has removal at Westwood Hills Nature Center but not other places at this time. If complaints, deer counts, etc. increase in the future, staff will discuss this document again and discuss how to remove the deer. Mr. Vaughan feels a task force that’s more objective may be beneficial. In the future, past Task Force members and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will be involved. Mr. Strong inquired on the objective of the task force. Mr. Vaughan advised the task force would create a deer-feeding ban, increase awareness, monitor browse damage, and control deer when needed. Ms. Walsh advised the Task Force did not agree on deer density. Mr. Vaughan recommended the density would be worked out with residents. Mr. Vaughan reviewed the Deer Habitat & Density in St. Louis Park – 2003 tables with Commission members. He advised he would work with Golden Valley and Minneapolis regarding population, as they do not feel there is a problem. Mr. Vaughan advised staff will harvest 16 deer from the Westwood Hills Nature Center in December. Mr. Vaughan St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4f - Park & Rec Commission Minutes of 11-19-03 Page 4 of 5 indicated in the future, they may bow hunt instead of having a sharp shooter harvest the deer. Mr. Vaughan advised he would use Environment Management Unit numbers for future deer research and also buckthorn removal. Mr. Vaughan indicated the task force might reconvene if other problems in the City occur. Ms. Nelson feels it would be helpful for people to understand the difference between deer and damage caused by too many deer. The Commission requested more information and Mr. Vaughan advised he would review the numbers with the Commission annually. Mr. Vaughan distributed information regarding The Canada Goose Program and reviewed it with the Commission. Mr. Vaughan indicated staff would continue their attempt at controlling Canada Geese. The biggest issue staff is trying to control is migration which happens late August/September to December. Mr. Vaughan advised the deer and geese are the biggest population issues. He also indicated a lot of crows died this year from West Nile disease and the Mosquito Control Agency is continually working to reduce the number of mosquito’s and track the carriers of the West Nile disease. The Commission thanked Jim Vaughan for his presentation. 5. Old Business A. Code of Conduct Discussion Mr. Worthington distributed the Elements of Code of Conduct Implementation information that was compiled after reviewing code of conducts from other cities. Mr. Worthington reviewed these with the Commission and advised they are suggested implementations. A draft for the code of conduct for St. Louis Park was distributed and briefly discussed. Mr. Strong indicated it is a good start and advised he is concerned with funds available for training. Ms. Walsh indicated staff could incorporate into existing training sessions. Ms. Lindenberg advised there is the option of training through the High School group. Mr. Strong suggested all activities require a registration form which includes participants signature under behavior code. Ms. Nelson advised the associations indicated an interest in a universal code of conduct at their last annual meeting. Ms. Nelson suggested St. Louis Park’s code of conduct be ready for the meeting with the associations in January. Mr. Worthington advised the next step is to discuss the draft. Mr. Strong feels associations should review code and be required to sign and return to City for enforcement. Mr. Worthington suggested the Commission discuss other options for the code of conduct at the December meeting including where to post signs and how to present to the associations. The Commission discussed sign posting and if a statement should be included on the registration forms. Ms. Nelson suggested the wording include a statement that parents have a responsibility to assist others to adhere to code. Mr. Hawkinson indicated the code should be posted at fields, etc. so if relatives or friends attend, they will also be aware. The Commission agreed. Ms. Walsh feels the code of conduct should be complete by the December meeting so it can be finalized prior to the associations meeting in January. Mr. Worthington will work with members to finalize the draft. Mr. Worthington indicated the invitations for the January youth association meeting should be sent in December. The Commission will discuss the invitation draft and association listing at their December meeting. St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4f - Park & Rec Commission Minutes of 11-19-03 Page 5 of 5 6. Communications A. Chair None. B. Commissioners Mr. Strong inquired on the field reservation policy for Louisiana Oaks and how they will be handled. Mr. Birno advised staff will schedule the historical users first then fill in others. Mr. Birno advised the field usage policy would be adhered to. Mr. Johnson portrayed some fund raising suggestions to the Commission members which included a twilight swim at the aquatic park from 7:30 – 10 p.m. Members would sell tickets at $2 per person or $6 per family. The only expenses would be lifeguards, as the Commission members would sell tickets and run the concession stand for the scholarship fund. This event would show the Commission has an interest in fund raising and increase marketing of the aquatic park. Commission members agreed and volunteered. Mr. Johnson also suggested events such as a movie at the aquatic park; a 5K run which would be in the future; and build an event at the Wolfe Park Amphitheater. Mr. Johnson feels it is the responsibility of the Commission to organize fund raising events, as fee assistance money is needed. Commission members discussed what is needed for scholarships and also agreed these events would increase awareness of facilities available for use. Mr. Strong suggested the Commission and staff get together for a working session prior to the official meeting in December to streamline decisions that need to be made at that meeting. Staff and Commission members agree to have an informal meeting on Monday, December 8 at 6 p.m. in the programmer’s office area. C. Program Report – Rick Birno Mr. Birno advised the Commission the Recreation Supervisor position was offered to Jim Lombardi and staff is waiting to hear if he accepts. D. Director’s Report Ms. Walsh advised the Commission will receive an update on the Oak Hill Park project at the December meeting. 7. Adjournment Moved by Tom Worthington and seconded by Dick Johnson to adjourn. Motion passed 7-0. With no further business, the Commission adjourned at 9:49 p.m. Minutes prepared and respectfully submitted by, Stacy M. Voelker Recording Secretary St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 4g - Park & Rec Commission Minutes of 12-8-03 Page 1 of 1 OFFICIAL MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION DECEMBER 8, 2003 – 6 P.M. STUDY SESSION REC CENTER PROGRAMMING OFFICE MEMBERS PRESENT: R. Bruce Cornwall, Kirk Hawkinson, Dick Johnson, Sarah Lindenberg, Nancy Nelson, and Tom Worthington MEMBERS ABSENT: Dana Strong STAFF PRESENT: Rick Birno and Cindy Walsh 1. Call to order Ms. Nelson, Chair, called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. 2. Adjustments to the agenda None. 3. New Business A. Summer and Fall In-House Soccer Offered by Parks and Recreation Department The Commission reviewed and discussed staff’s proposal to offer summer and fall in- house soccer. The proposal included cost, format, team size, field size, goal size, ball size, game length, referees needed, rules, practices, season length, uniform provided, and awards. Commission members discussed the difference in ages 6 and under, grades 1 – 2, and grades 3 – 4. The Commission is in favor of staff offering in-house soccer and will motion to approve at their regular meeting on December 17, 2003. B. Code of Conduct Discussion The Commission discussed the Code and that it would be distributed or posted to include participants, parents/spectators, and coaches. The Commission is in favor of establishing a Code of Conduct and will motion to approve it at their regular meeting on December 17, 2003. 4. Adjournment Moved by Tom Worthington and seconded by Dick Johnson to adjourn. Motion passed 6-0. With no further business, the Commission adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Minutes prepared and respectfully submitted by, Stacy M. Voelker Recording Secretary St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 8a - City Manager Appointment Page 1 of 5 8a. Appointment of Thomas K. Harmening as City Manager, with terms and conditions effective January 5, 2004. Recommended Action: Motion to adopt a resolution appointing Thomas K. Harmening as City Manager subject to the terms of the employment contract Background: On December 22, 2003 Council interviewed Tom Harmening as candidate for City Manager. Following the interview, Council approved the following motion: It was moved by Councilmember Santa and seconded by Councilmember Velick to appoint Thomas K. Harmening as City Manager contingent on an approved contract, and further, that Mayor Jacobs, Councilmember Sanger and Councilmember Brimeyer would enter into contract discussions with Mr. Harmening. The motion passed 7-0. Over the past several weeks negotiations have taken place with Mr. Harmening to develop the employment agreement. After many discussions an employment agreement was finalized for Council approval. This action before the Council will formally appoint Mr. Harmening to the position of City Manager and approve the employment agreement. Listed below is a summary of actions authorized by the resolution: Appointment to City Manager: • Full authority as City Manager to act as City Manager of the City of St. Louis Park with powers granted by State Statute, City Charter, City Ordinance and Council resolution. • Full authority as City Manager to conduct financial transactions on behalf of the city. • Appointment of City Manager as Executive Director for Housing Authority and Economic Development Authority. Employment Agreement: • Appointment of Thomas K. Harmening as City Manager. • Setting the effective date as January 5, 2004. • Setting pay for City Manager at $114,000. • Insurance/benefits/holidays/flex leave set in accordance with city policies for other exempt employees. Professional development consistent with city policies. • Continuation of PERA or similar plan. • Car allowance $600/month. • Setting termination benefits and indemnification. Attachment: Resolution Employment Agreement Prepared by: Nancy Gohman, Human Resources Director St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 8a - City Manager Appointment Page 2 of 5 RESOLUTION NO. 04-019 RESOLUTION APPOINTING THOMAS K. HARMENING CITY MANAGER AND APPROVING EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WHEREAS, on December 22, 2003, the City Council approved by motion the appointment of Thomas K. Harmening as City Manager for the City of St. Louis Park, contingent on an approved contract, and WHEREAS, the Council now desires to finalize the appointment of Mr. Harmening as City Manager. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota: 1. Appoints Thomas K. Harmening to the position of City Manager, with all the authority and responsibility of the position as provide by State Statute, City Charter, City Ordinance, City Resolution, Regulations and Law. 2. Approves and authorizes the execution of the Employment Agreement effective January 5, 2004, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A”. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council _______________, 2004. ___________________________ ___________________________________ Thomas K. Harmening Jeffrey W. Jacobs, Mayor Interim City Manager Attest: ___________________________ Cindy Reichert, City Clerk St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 8a - City Manager Appointment Page 3 of 5 EXHIBIT “A” EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this ________ day of _______________, 2004, by and between the CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, a political subdivision of the State of Minnesota (the “City”), and THOMAS K. HARMENING (the “Manager”). IN CONSIDERATION OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1. EMPLOYMENT. During the term of this Agreement, the Manager shall serve as City Manager of the City, and shall assume and perform, in a conscientious and diligent manner at all times, all of the duties and responsibilities as are prescribed or permitted by charter, statute or ordinance and incidental to such position as defined herein and as are assigned to him from time to time by the City Council. Manager shall use his best efforts in the performance of his duties, and shall spend substantially his full time in connection therewith. 2. TERM. This Agreement shall be effective as of January 5, 2004, and shall continue indefinitely unless or until earlier terminated as provided in Section 5 below. Manager shall remain in the exclusive employment of the City during the term of this Agreement. For the purposes of this section, “exclusive employment” shall exclude any teaching, writing, consulting, speaking, or military reserve service undertaken by Manager during his non-work hours, which do not interfere or conflict with his ability to perform pursuant to this Agreement. 3. COMPENSATION. As base compensation for services rendered, Manager shall receive $114,000 per year, less applicable taxes, payable in equal installments at the same time as the City pays its other City employees. After six months, Manager shall be given a performance evaluation. If the performance evaluation is satisfactory, the City Council will adjust Manager’s salary to not less than $116,600, but not to exceed $121,600, the projected 2004 midpoint of City Manager salary range based upon the ICMA Regional Survey, subject to statutory limitations. After completion of each subsequent year of this Agreement, the City may conduct an annual review of Manager’s performance. The base salary and/or benefits for calendar year 2005, and thereafter, shall be set when salaries are established for other non-union employees. 4. BENEFITS. Manager shall receive the following benefits at no cost to him: a. Flex Leave. Manager shall accrue and use flex leave in accordance with City policies for other exempt employees. b. Insurance/Holidays/Benefits Manager shall be provided benefits, insurance and holidays in accordance with City policies for other exempt employees. c. Retirement and Deferred Compensation Plan Contributions. Manager is currently a member of PERA and may chose to continue to participate in that plan. The amount of the City’s contribution shall be equal to the same percentage of base salary that the City contributes for all other employees. He may also opt out of PERA and participate in an approved deferred compensation St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 8a - City Manager Appointment Page 4 of 5 plan. The City’s contribution to an approved deferred compensation plan shall be in the same amount as the PERA contribution. d. Car Allowance. The City will provide a $600.00 car allowance per month for use of Manager’s personal car while on City business within the Twin Cities metro area. In addition, Manager will be reimbursed for use of his personal car while traveling outside the metro area on City business, per applicable regulations and City policy. If Manager names the City as an additional insured on his automobile insurance policy, the City shall reimburse Manager for the cost of the liability portion of his automobile insurance premium. e. Professional Development. Dues and fees for the following, provided that such items are reasonably necessary to the professional development of Manager, and consistent with City policies: 1) Licenses, journals, publications; 2) Seminars, conferences, and short courses; 3) Membership in professional associations and one other local service organization. f. Payment of Expenses. Direct payment or reimbursement for reasonable and necessary meals, travel, lodging, and entertainment expenses, properly documented and actually incurred by Manager in connection with the affairs of the City and the professional development described in paragraph 4e above. The City agrees to pay directly to the vendor for cell phone, PDA and other similar expenses of the Manager. 5. TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT. Manager is an at-will employee of the City. As such, he may be terminated by the City Council in its sole discretion at any time, with or without cause. Upon termination of Manager’s employment, and subject to the termination benefit provisions of Section 6 below, all rights and obligations under this Agreement shall cease at that time, other than those which have accrued prior thereto. 6. TERMINATION BENEFITS. In the event that Manager is involuntarily terminated by the City during such time that Manager is willing and able to perform the duties of Manager, then in that event, City agrees to pay Manager at the time of receipt of his last pay check a lump sum cash payment or periodic payments over six months equal to six months aggregate salary, at Manager’s option, and to continue the City contribution on behalf of Manager to the cafeteria benefit plan at the same level as other exempt nonunion employees for six months, (collectively “termination benefits”). However, in the event the Manager is terminated by the City Council for substantiated and proven malfeasance in office, as defined by Minn. Stat. 466.07, and interpretive case law, or intentional misconduct, then the City shall have no obligation to pay the sums specified above. Intentional misconduct is defined as substantiated and proven sexual, racial, or other unlawful harassment, distribution of pornography, or acts of physical violence in the work place. “Intentional misconduct” and “malfeasance” do not include poor performance or neglect of duties. If the City at any time during the employment term reduces the salary or other financial benefits of Manager in a greater percentage than across-the-board reduction for all non-union employees, or if the St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 8a - City Manager Appointment Page 5 of 5 City refuses, following written notice, to comply with any other provisions of this Agreement benefiting Manager or Manager resigns following a formal suggestion by the City Council that he resign, then Manager may, at his option, be deemed to be “terminated” on the effective date of Manager’s resignation and the Manager shall also be entitled to receive the termination benefits set forth above. If Manager voluntarily resigns his position with the City, Manager agrees to give the City sixty (60) days advance notice. If Manager voluntarily resigns his position with the City, there shall be no termination benefits due to Manager. 7. LEGALITY. The parties covenant and agree that the provisions contained herein are reasonable and are not known or believed to be in violation of any federal or state law or regulation. In the event a court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision contained herein to be illegal or unenforceable, such court may modify such provision to make it valid and enforceable. Such modification shall not affect the remainder of this Agreement which shall continue at all times to be valid and enforceable. No payment may be made under this Agreement in excess of the maximum amount permitted by applicable law. 8. INDEMNIFICATION. City shall defend and indemnify Manager pursuant to Minn. Stat. 466.07 and 465.76. City shall defend, hold harmless, and indemnify Manager from all torts, civil damages, penalties, and fines; violation of statutes, laws, rules, and ordinances, provided the Manager was acting in the performance of the duties of his position. 9. INTERPRETATION. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior oral or written agreements between the parties. This Agreement can only be modified by a writing signed by both parties. This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. If the parties disagree upon the interpretation of this Agreement, and cannot resolve their differences in good faith, then both parties may agree to request mediation from the Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services. Each party will be responsible for its own attorneys’ fees, and the parties will split equally any other mediation fees. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused the execution of this Agreement the day and year stated above. FOR THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK: Mayor Thomas K. Harmening Attest: City Clerk (seal) St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 8b - Sergeants Contract for 2004-05 Page 1 of 2 8b. Police Sergeant Union Contract 1/1/04 – 12/31/05 A 2-year agreement for Sergeants settling the City and Union for 2004 & 05. Recommended Action: Motion to adopt the attached resolution approving a Labor Agreement between the City and Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) #218, establishing terms and conditions of employment for two years: 1/1/04 – 12/31/05. Background: The City had one brief negotiation session with the Sergeants. This group came to the table and proposed the following changes to the contract: • 2 year agreement • 2004 wage increase 2% January 1, 1% July 1, • 2004 increase in employer contribution $45/mo. ($650/mo in 2003, to $695/mo. in 2004). • 2005 wage increase 3% January 1, 2005 • 2005 increase in employer contribution same as other exempt employees. The increases recommended for 2004 are same given to non-union employees for wages and employer contribution. This will be our first 2005 settlement. The City is very pleased that the Sergeants came to the table with this offer and recommend approval. The proposed contract is on file with the City Clerk. More detail is available upon request. Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached resolution approving a Labor Agreement between the City and Law Enforcement Labor Services #218, Police Sergeants, establishing terms and conditions of employment for the duration of 1/1/04 – 12/31/05. Attachments: Resolution Prepared by: Nancy Gohman, Human Resources Director Approved By: Tom Harmening, Interim City Manager St. Louis Park City Council Agenda Item: 012004 - 8b - Sergeants Contract for 2004-05 Page 2 of 2 RESOLUTION NO. 04-020 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK AND LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES INC. LOCAL #218 POLICE SERGEANTS JANUARY 1, 2004–DECEMBER 31, 2005 WHEREAS, the City and the Union have reached a negotiated settlement covering the terms and conditions of a Labor Agreement as permitted by the State of Minnesota Public Employees Labor Relations Act, and WHEREAS, the City Council may enter into such agreements as authorized by its Charter; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to execute a Collective Bargaining Agreement, City Contract # between the City of St. Louis Park and Law Enforcement Labor Services Inc. (LELS) Local #218 Police Sergeants effective January 1, 2004 – December 31, 2005. Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the City Council January 20, 2004 City Manager Mayor Attest: City Clerk