HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024/01/16 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA
JANUARY 16, 2024
6:20 p.m. Economic Development Authority meeting
1.Call to order
a.Roll call.
2.Approve agenda.
3.Minutes
a.Minutes of December 18, 2023 EDA meeting
4.Consent items – none.
5.Public hearings – none.
6.Regular business – none.
7.Communications and announcements – none.
8.Adjournment.
6:30 p.m. City council meeting
1.Call to order
a.Roll call.
b.Pledge of Allegiance.
2.Approve agenda.
3.Presentation
a.Proclamation for International Holocaust Remembrance Day
4.Minutes
a.Minutes of December 12, 2023 study session
b.Minutes of December 18, 2023 city council meeting
5.Consent items
a.Resolution establishing the 2024 Alley Reconstruction project (4024-1500), and
approving plans and specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids - Wards 1
and 4
b.Resolution approving 2024-2025 IAFF #993 Fire labor agreement
c.Resolution approving 2024-2025 LELS Local #220 Public Safety Dispatchers labor
agreement
d.Resolution approving MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Violent Crime Reduction
Unit participation
e.Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer service line repair at 3219
Blackstone Ave S - Ward 2
Agenda EDA and city council meeting of January 16, 2024
f. Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer service line repair at 3221
Dakota Ave S - Ward 3
g. Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer service line repair at 3136
Maryland Ave S - Ward 3
h. Resolution accepting donation from Discover St. Louis Park for Jason West to attend
the Sports Events & Tourism (ETA) Association Symposium
i. Resolution approving renewal of liquor licenses for the license period March 1, 2024,
through March 1, 2025
j. Approve bid for Lamplighter Pond maintenance project (4022-4001) - Ward 4
k. Resolution approving donations to parks and recreation department
6. Public hearing
a. Public hearing on 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000) - Ward 2
7. Regular business
a. First reading of ordinance amending City Code Chapter 3 related to alcoholic
beverages
8. Communications and announcements – none.
9. Adjournment.
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Meeting: Economic development authority
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Minutes: 3a
Unofficial minutes
EDA meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
Dec. 18, 2023
1. Call to order.
President Mohamed called the meeting to order at 6:23 p.m.
a. Roll call
Commissioners present: President Nadia Mohamed, Tim Brausen, Sue Budd, Lynette Dumalag,
Yolanda Farris, Margaret Rog, and Jake Spano
Commissioners absent: none.
Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), deputy city manager (Ms. Walsh), finance director (Ms.
Cruver), city attorney (Mr. Mattick), executive director (Ms. Barton)
2. Approve agenda.
It was moved by Commissioner Rog, seconded by Commissioner Spano, to approve the EDA
agenda as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
3. Minutes.
a. EDA meeting minutes of Dec. 4, 2023
It was moved by Commissioner Brausen, seconded by Commissioner Rog, to approve the EDA
meeting minutes of Dec. 4, 2023 as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
4. Consent item.
a. EDA Resolution No. 23-32 approving 8th Amendment to the contract for private
development – Via Sol
Commissioner Spano remarked he is supportive of this project and hopes the council and
community will accept it, though not all of the elements came together as originally intended.
Commission Brausen agreed with Commissioner Spano’s statements and acknowledged that
although the project did not meet every expectation, the development is still beneficial despite
the outcome’s portrayal in the Sun Sailor. The council protected the interests of the city, and he
will support approval.
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It was moved by Commissioner Dumalag, seconded by Commissioner Brausen, to approve the
consent items as listed; and to waive reading of the resolution.
The motion passed 7-0.
5. Public hearings – none.
6. Regular business.
a. Resolution Nos. 23-33 and 23-34 authorizing final 2024 budget – levy and capital
improvement plan
Ms. Cruver presented the staff report.
It was moved by Commissioner Rog, seconded by Commissioner Dumalag, to adopt Resolutions
No. 23-33 and 23-34 authorizing final 2024 budget HRA levy and EDA levy as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
7. Communications and announcements - none.
8. Adjournment.
The meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, EDA secretary Lynette Dumalag, EDA president
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Presentation: 3a
Executive summary
Title: Proclamation for International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Recommended action: City council will read proclamation declaring Jan. 27, “International
Holocaust Remembrance Day”.
Policy consideration: None.
Summary: The International Holocaust Remembrance is a day of commemoration in memory of
the six million Jewish adults and children who were murdered, and the millions of others who
were killed or suffered persecution at the hands of the Nazi campaign of dehumanization and
genocide. Their lives and memory teach us the importance not only of acknowledging the past
but acting in the present to educate ourselves and fight antisemitism and hate. This day marks
the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau in 1945 and is meant to honor the victims of the
Holocaust.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in racial equity
and inclusion in order to create a more just and inclusive community for all.
Supporting documents: Resource Page, Proclamation
Prepared by: Jocelyn Hernandez, race, equity and inclusion specialist
Radious Guess, race, equity and inclusion director
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
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Title: Proclamation for International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Discussion
Resource page:
To honor International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the City of St. Louis Park invites you to:
• Educate yourself and others about the Holocaust:
o Holocaust: Definition, Remembrance & Meaning | HISTORY
o https://time.com/5953047/lgbtq-holocaust-stories/
o https://time.com/5719540/roma-holocaust-remembrance/
o https://mn.gov/mnddc/hadamar/index.html
o https://tpt.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/amex32ec-soc-
eugenicsnazi/american-eugenics-and-the-nazi-regime-the-eugenics-crusade/
• Explore the stories of Holocaust survivors in Minnesota from the University of
Minnesota Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies Collection
o chgs.elevator.umn.edu/search/s/e500c03c-4063-4ffb-9435-c799f4eaffb7
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Title: Proclamation for International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Proclamation
“International Holocaust Remembrance Day”
Whereas, the Holocaust was a state-sponsored genocide by the German Nazi regime
that resulted in the systematic persecution and mass murder of millions of Jewish people, their
communities and others, including Romani people, LGBTQ+ people, and those with disabilities;
and
Whereas, the horrors of the Holocaust represent a tremendous loss of life and
humanity, and remains a present memory for the generations of survivors, many who live in
our community of St. Louis Park; and
Whereas, it is important to acknowledge the painful history of racism and eugenics in
the United States that set the foundation for Nazi Germany's campaign of sterilization and
persecution of any communities deemed “undesirable”; and
Whereas, educating ourselves about the events leading up to and during the Holocaust,
including the role of the United States, is part of how we ensure that it never happens again;
and
Whereas, St. Louis Park is committed to being a leader in racial equity and inclusion and
strives to be a place of safety and respect for Jewish communities, their faith, traditions, and
ways of life; and
Whereas, honoring the International Holocaust Remembrance Day is an opportunity to
recommit ourselves to standing against government actions or inactions which dehumanize,
displace, and bring violence to any group of people, religion, age, race, ability, or sexual
orientation; and
Now therefore, let it be known that the mayor and city council of the City of St. Louis
Park, Minnesota, hereby proclaim January 27 as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in
St. Louis Park.
Wherefore, I set my hand and cause the Great Seal of the City of St. Louis Park to be
affixed this 16th day of January 2024.
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Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Minutes: 4a
Unofficial minutes
City council study session
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
Dec. 12, 2023
The meeting convened at 6:30 p.m.
Council members present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Sue Budd, Yolanda Farris, Lynette
Dumalag, Nadia Mohamed, and Margaret Rog
Council members absent: none.
Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), administrative services director (Ms. Brodeen), finance
director (Ms. Cruver), city clerk (Ms. Kennedy), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott-Lerdal),
communications and technology director (Ms. Smit h)
Guests: Rebecca Petersen, Redpath and Associates Auditors
Discussion items.
1. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the year ended Dec. 31, 2022.
Ms. Cruver and Ms. Petersen presented the report. Ms. Petersen indicated the result of the
2022 audit was an unmodified opinion. She also noted the City of St. Louis Park received the
GFOA Award for Excellence in financial reporting again for the 39 th consecutive year; the award
demonstrates the city’s commitment to preparing financial statements that are comprehensive,
transparent and consistent with accounting standards.
Ms. Petersen said that in the audit, there was one finding for financial statement corrections
made in the course of the audit work. She added this was most likely due to the fact that there
was a significant turnover in personnel within the finance department last year.
Council Member Rog asked for more detail on the adjustment. Ms. Petersen responded there
was no fraud. During every audit there are corrections made as the auditors do their work, this
year there were more than typical, and that is what led to the finding. No items of
noncompliance were reported.
Ms. Petersen also explained communication to those charged with governance and noted no
disagreements occurred with management during the audit.
Mayor Spano asked for clarification on material weaknesses as identified in the audit. Ms.
Petersen replied this refers to the audit adjustments and the overall high dollar amount of
adjustments needed.
Council Member Dumalag asked about an adjustment in franchise fees noted on page 10. Ms.
Petersen noted that is the value of the receivable, and there was an amount due to the city at
the end of 2022 that was not received and that was not accounted for. This was a timing
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difference, but there were no cash flow problems and the amount due was merely a reporting
issue.
Council Member Rog asked if this affected any discussions the council had on the budget or
levy. Ms. Cruver responded the dollars were in the fund but needed to be accounted for in 2022
vs. 2023.
Council Member Budd asked for trends relating to the 2022 audit adjustments. Ms. Petersen
noted that adjustments have been needed each year and the quantity of adjustments in 2022 is
significantly increased.
Ms. Petersen described how the audit tests by sampling and looking at the financial statements
and at high-level controls. Ms. Keller added that there was also a process evaluation this year as
well as an audit.
Council Member Rog asked if there are risks in changing to new financial software for next year.
Ms. Cruver clarified that the change is in budgeting software - which is focused on resource
decision making and financial planning. She added the financial software where accounting and
internal spending controls take place will be the same as last year.
Council Member Budd noted the enterprise fund and asked about the net increase of $7
million, and why that increase was called out in the report. Ms. Cruver stated it was called out
to differentiate between government and enterprise funds.
2. Discuss ordinance requirements for on-sale liquor licenses.
Ms. Kennedy and Ms. Scott-Lerdal presented the staff report. Ms. Scott-Lerdal reviewed the
policy questions, noting staff is seeking direction on two possible code amendments related to
allowing restaurants to be located at taprooms and cocktail rooms, and the minimum ratio of
food to liquor sales that on-sale intoxicating license holders are required to maintain.
Council Member Rog clarified that cocktail rooms and taprooms were previously prohibited
from having restaurants under state law. Ms. Kennedy confirmed that was the case when the
state originally created the license categories and noted state law was changed to remove the
prohibition.
Mayor Spano asked about unintended consequences and definitions and if anything is a
concern for staff. Ms. Kennedy stated that taprooms and cocktail rooms will need to consider
zoning if they wish to have a restaurant in the same space. Both types of businesses
manufacture their products on-site, which means they will have to be mindful of zoning
regulations to ensure they can meet the requirements for both a restaurant and a
manufacturing business.
Council Member Budd asked if taprooms and cocktail rooms would be subject to the food-
liquor sales ratio if they choose to operate a restaurant. Ms. Kennedy stated no, because
taprooms and cocktail rooms operate under a different license category because they can only
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sell what they make on-site. The food-liquor ratio only applies to establishments holding a full
on-sale intoxicating liquor license, which means they are able to serve all types of alcohol.
Council Member Rog noted one unintended consequence could be loss of business for food
trucks that are often hosted at taprooms or cocktail room. Ms. Kennedy noted an
establishment can continue to choose to partner or offer food trucks if they choose to do so.
Removal of the prohibition provides the option for taprooms or cocktail rooms to operate a
restaurant, it would not be a requirement for licensure.
Council Member Rog asked for the definition of restaurant. Ms. Kennedy stated the statutory
definition is intentionally flexible. Generally, businesses need a menu, need to prepare food on
site and have tables for people to sit at. She noted the city has more defined requirements
within the code, however the level of food service is generally not defined.
Council Member Rog asked where THC and cannabis fit in here. Ms. Kennedy replied that
cannabinoids are regulated under a separate licensure program. Establishments with the
appropriate licensure are authorized to sell edibles or infused beverages, however edibles are
not considered “food” in terms of the definition of a restaurant.
Council Member Rog noted there (3) instances of non-compliance in the last x years with the
current rule that 50% of gross receipts need to be attributable to the sale of food. She asked if
staff saw this as a challenge. Ms. Kennedy stated staff believes if this were causing widespread
issues with business owners not being able to comply, staff would be aware. Business owners
track food sale percentages as a part of their accounting practices and tend to be forthcoming if
they are experiencing issues complying with licensing requirements .
Council Member Budd noted she has heard from one establishment that it is a burden and that
a 60-40 ratio would be easier to manage.
Council Member Brausen asked how much time staff spends auditing application results. Ms.
Kennedy replied that businesses are required to provide a certified CPA statement annually
during their license renewal process. Staff review the statements in conjunction with renewal
applications.
Council Member Brausen stated he is in favor of the policy considerations. He noted in other
cities, this model works, and it seems unnecessary to continue prohibiting restaurants at
taprooms or cocktail rooms. He noted he also is in favor of dropping the food-liquor ratio
requirements, adding he does not see the benefit to the city to continue tracking.
Council Member Rog stated she also supports taprooms and cocktail rooms having the option
to serve food. She continued that given the loose definition of a restaurant and the lack of
clarity around the level of food service expected, she is not ready to eliminate the sales ratio for
on-sale intoxicating license holders. She stated she would support moving to a 60-40% ratio of
liquor sales to food sales, especially considering Council Member Budd’s statement. She
concluded it is too much too soon to drop the requirement completely.
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Council Member Dumalag stated she is in favor of allowing a restaurant at taprooms and
cocktail rooms. In terms of the sales ratio, she is undecided on the best path forward.
Council Member Rog asked if staff looks through establishment receipts to confirm they are
within the 50% regulation. Ms. Kennedy stated staff do not review receipts, they review the
certified CPA statements that report the gross receipt totals for each category. The code does
provide staff with the authority to request additional doc umentation, including sales receipts,
to perform additional auditing if inconsistencies in reporting are found.
Mayor Spano added he is supportive of both policy considerations. He added he did reach out
to the mayors of Edina, Bloomington, and Golden Valley, none of which have the food-liquor
ratio requirement. He stated they have reported the caliber of operations has not diminished.
He is not overly concerned about moving away from the requirement, but with the idea that
the council can reinstate the food to liquor sales ratio if needed later.
Council Member Budd stated she supports allowing restaurants at taprooms and cocktail rooms
and is in favor of moving to a 60-40 ratio for liquor and food sales.
Mayor Spano brought forward he has also heard that some establishments are elevating their
food prices to compensate for liquor sales and asked staff if they are hearing that. Ms. Kennedy
stated some likely adjust their sales strategies to ensure they can comply with requirements.
Council Member Rog asked if the police department has weighed in on the requirement. Ms.
Kennedy responded they have not because it is difficult to attribute a public safety issue to one
cause. However, they do a great job of collaborating with staff and business owners to work
through any public safety issues or patterns that may be occurring at licensed establishments.
Council Member Mohamed stated she supports allowing restaurants in taprooms and cocktail
rooms. She noted on the sales ratio she could support either eliminating it making an
incremental change to 60-40. She stated if there is an issue in the future, the council can review
it again at that time.
Council Member Farris stated she supports allowing restaurants in taprooms and cocktail
rooms and will support the consensus of her colleagues regarding the food-liquor sales ratio.
Council Member Rog stated she would like to adjust the sales ratio incrementally and not
eliminate it to see if any issues arise at licensed establishments.
Council Members Dumalag and Mohamed expressed support for adjusting the sales ratio to 60-
40.
It was the consensus of the city council to support removing the prohibition on restaurants
being located at taprooms and cocktail rooms and to change the minimum required ratio of
liquor and food sales for establishments holding an on-sale intoxicating liquor license from 50-
50 to 60-40.
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Ms. Scott-Lerdal reviewed the next steps and stated the amendments will be brought forward
to take effect for the next licensing period beginning March 1, 2024.
Written Reports.
3. Systems year in review and 2024 preview.
4. Boards and Commissioner program update.
Council Member Budd asked about the interim plan in the Boards and Commissions program
update written report. She asked how a directive comes to the city manager. Ms. Keller stated
directives from the council will be addressed, or a project from staff where they need input, or
something could be carried over into a new structure.
Council Member Budd asked if the council ever meets with boards and commissions to review
work plans. Mayor Spano stated it has happened in various ways over the years.
Council Member Budd asked how she could generate a discussion if she had an interest in
hearing about 2024 plans of boards and commissions. Ms. Keller stated there could be a study
session or an alternative way to get information to the council.
Council Member Rog asked if there is a timeframe for the council hearing from boards and
commissions on their feedback and concerns. Ms. Keller stated she will discuss this with staff
and get back to council on this.
Council Member Budd stated she also likes the Q & A portion in the Three Rivers update.
5. Three Rivers Park District CP Rail regional trail - update.
Communications/meeting check-in (verbal)
Ms. Keller stated Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, is the last council meeting of the year, when the 2024
budget will be approved. She noted also that Mayor Spano will be recognized and there will be
a farewell event after the meeting at City Hall. She stated more information is on social media.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Minutes: 4b
Unofficial minutes
City council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
Dec. 18, 2023
1. Call to order.
Mayor Pro Tem Brausen called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. and said the city council will
honor outgoing Mayor Jake Spano this evening.
a. Pledge of allegiance
b. Roll call
Council members present: Mayor Jake Spano, Tim Brausen, Sue Budd, Lynette Dumalag,
Yolanda Farris, Nadia Mohamed, and Margaret Rog
Council members absent: none
Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), city attorney (Mr. Mattick), deputy city manager (Ms.
Walsh) community development director (Ms. Barton), finance director (Ms. Cruver), building
and energy director (Mr. Hoffman), city clerk (Ms. Kennedy), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott-
Lerdal), fire chief Koering, police chief Kruelle, police officer McNeely, police officer Peek,
associate planner (Ms. Kramer), planning manager (Mr. Walther)
Guests: Senator Amy Klobuchar, Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan, Minnesota Secretary of State
Steve Simon, St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts Executive Director Mike Mellas and Friends of
the Arts board chair Jen Kos, Lin Muangmode of the Thai Cultural Council of Minnesota, State
Representative Joachim, State Representative Latz, State Representative Kraft, Mayor Patrick
Hanlon, and St. Louis Park residents, family and friends
2. Approve agenda.
It was moved by Council Member Mohamed, seconded by Council Member Rog, to approve the
agenda as amended with Item 5i removed from the consent items.
The motion passed 7-0.
3. Presentations.
a. Recognition of service for Mayor Spano
Mayor Pro Tem Brausen introduced Senator Amy Klobuchar who made comments by
telephone.
Senator Klobuchar congratulated Mayor Spano and his family for his service to the city . She also
congratulated incoming Mayor-Elect Mohamed, noting she is the nation’s first Somali-American
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mayor. Senator Klobuchar noted Mayor Spano’s background in local government and recalled
his support for her campaign when she began her bid for the U.S. Senate.
Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan congratulated Mayor Spano on his achievements in the City of St.
Louis Park. As resident of St. Louis Park, she commended the city on being the best in the State
of Minnesota and commented on how lucky she and her family feel to live here.
Lt. Governor Flanagan illustrated the mayor’s ability to listen to all residents and the reasons
that led her family to decide to live in St. Louis Park. These “phenomenal “ reasons included
Mayor Spano’s deep commitment to families who are struggling, to racial equity; to making
sure everyone in the community is seen, heard, valued and safe. She commended Mayor Spano
for guiding the city in difficult times after the murder of George Floyd and for navigating the
pandemic. She thanked him for his leadership and commitment to all who live within the city -
not only as the Lt. Governor of the State of Minnesota, but also as a resident of St. Louis Park.
Concluding her statements, Lt. Governor Flanagan read a Proclamation from herself and
Governor Walz in commemoration of Mayor Spano and his work in the City of St. Louis Park.
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon recognized the work Mayor Spano had done as his
colleague in the Office of the Secretary of State. He also commented on Mayor Spano’s work
during the pandemic, during the community’s struggles following the murder of George Floyd,
and the election disinformation campaign. Secretary Simon admitted that when Mayor Spano
left his office, he was happy to be one of the mayor’s “stepping-stones.” He went on to say that
residents have not seen the last of Jake Spano; he has served thoughtfully and graciously, and
also leaves a big footprint. Secretary Simon thanked the mayor for his service to the state and
the City of St. Louis Park.
St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts Executive Director Mike Mellas and Friends of the Arts board
chair Jen Kos presented a gift to the Mayor on behalf of the Friends of the Arts and the city
council. Mr. Mellas thanked Mayor Spano for his dedication to the city and the arts, and
presented the Mayor with a customized work of art.
Ms. Muangmode with the Thai Cultural Council of Minnesota thanked Mayor Spano on behalf
of the Wat Prom community. She thanked him for his support of the Thai and AAPI
communities of MN, and his support of the Thai festival each year as well. She introduced the
Abbot of Wat Prom who presented Mayor Spano with a handmade bouquet of fresh flowers.
Mayor Pro Tem Brausen introduced attendees State Representative Joachim, State
Representative Latz, and (former St. Louis Park city council member) State Representative Kraft.
Mayor Pro Tem Brausen presented outgoing Mayor Spano with a plaque on behalf of the city
and city council recognizing his 12 years of service to the city.
Council Member Mohamed recognized Mayor Spano and his family and thanked them for their
service and sacrifice over the years. Her recognition elevated their support for the mayor and
his work over these many years.
Council Member Rog thanked Mayor Spano, noting he has given so much of his time and
energy these past 12 years. She pointed out that the mayor always showed up to lead the city,
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responding to emails, and reading proclamations. He was thoughtful in his leadership, thorough
in communication, and energetic in his role, and she added how much he loves the city. She
shared that though they may have “butted heads over the years,” St. Louis Park style is to carry
no hard feelings.
Council Member Rog gave examples of how Mayor Spano’s leadership guided the council
during transitions of city managers, council members, and from old ways of doing things to new
ways. She stated he is a protector who spoke and led to safeguard the city; she believes Mayor
Spano has always had the best interests of the city at heart. She thanked him for everything he
has provided for the city over the years.
Council Member Farris shared that over the years, she came to know Mayor Spano through
phone conversations as he sought her opinion. She thanked Mayor Spano’s wife Cate, who
helped with Council Member Farris’ work with women and children during the pandemic. She
thanked them for welcoming her to St. Louis Park, their friendship, and for the “hard
conversations.”
Council Member Dumalag recalled how she first met Mayor Spano and his wife Cate and
thanked him for his work as councilmember and mayor. Mayor Spano connects with people,
and especially one-on-one. She thanked him for his support during her campaign and his
kindness during the time they had to connect.
Council Member Budd added her thanks and noted the mayor’s support for her over the past
two years as a ward council member. She expressed thanks for his support with complex issues
since taking on her role.
Ms. Keller shared that today is an important day that feels as though it has come upon the
council quickly. She is honored to offer her congratulations and gratitude to Mayor Spano for
bringing her on board and for shepherding the city during his 12 years on council. Ms. Keller
said that residents see the public face of councilmembers; however, they do not always see
who people are “behind the scenes.” Mayor Spano is an amazing advocate for the city
residents’ needs. She added he gives of himself deeply, responds to concerns thoroughly, dives
into complex issues, and is always willing to come to the table to problem solve no matter what
the issue is.
Ms. Keller added Mayor Spano can separate himself from what he wants and what the best
interests of the city are, admitting that is not an easy charge. She thanked him on behalf of staff
for the deep respect he shows to everyone, and his understanding of staff ’s work. She stated
this sets the tone for the city: how staff operates and helps to set purpose and dedication that
staff embody toward the entire city. She stated it has been a privilege to work with Mayor
Spano and she is excited to celebrate him. Ms. Keller concluded that she looks forward to the
first email she receives from St. Louis Park resident Jake Spano.
Mayor Pro Tem Brausen recalled that he ran against Mayor Spano for city council several years
ago, and they met to discuss issues prior to the election. He and Mayor Spano had similar
concerns and interests – he added Mayor Spano beat him by several hundred votes in that
election. Mayor Pro Tem Brausen stated he supported Mayor Spano as a great representative
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of the city, and in the meantime, Mayor Spano stayed in touch with him. He noted Mayor
Spano asked him his thoughts about environmental issues in the city and shared many of his
concerns. He is honored to have collaborated closely with Mayor Spano ; the direction he has
steered the city has been wonderful, the city is in a much better place, and Mayor Spano’s
steady leadership has been instrumental.
Mayor Spano confided that the comments made by all have been greatly appreciated if not
awkward. He noted we are sitting on lands that were stolen from native peoples in Minnesota
and these same native peoples are thriving contemporary contributors of public life. He noted
the Lt. Governor is a fact of that and he wanted to make note of this before he began his
remarks.
Mayor Spano thanked all in attendance for being here tonight. He stated he is not excited to be
done being mayor and will miss it, but as the old adage goes, “you always want to leave 15
minutes before the party ends” and he wants to remember his time as mayor with fondness.
He ran because he felt he had some skills that would benefit the community and has had the
benefit of being able to carry the city’s story to many places, spaces and people; however, he
does not “do halfway” very well. He has treated his mayoral role as a full-time position and that
has kept him away from many things. Mayor Spano said he will miss the opportunities to help,
but while he feels he still has skills to help, others do as well, and it feels right to support their
growth in whatever way he can. He added there are other things he wants to accomplish in his
life, and this is simply the right time to move on.
Mayor Spano stated being on city council is fully about people and added he owes so much to
so many. He thanked Senator Klobuchar who took a chance on him, and added she has been a
fierce ally of his and a friend to the city. He also thanked Mayor Chris Coleman who showed him
the possibilities of local government to change people’s lives. Additionally, he thanked
Secretary Simon who reminds him daily you can be a decent person and an effective leader. He
thanked Lt. Governor Flanagan who, he noted, was a friend long before she was a colleague,
and who the state is fortunate to have protecting us daily.
Mayor Spano thanked city staff, noting the council and staff are a team in city government . He
added our staff makes this city the envy of every other city around, evidenced by other cities
seeking to hire St. Louis Park staff. He thanked Tami Strohmeyer and Tim Pokorny. He explained
how Ms. Strohmeyer oversees the front desk and carries her duties out with grace and
professionalism. He also noted Mr. Pokorny is the overnight maintenance person who makes
sure the city offices are always in good shape for the next day. Mr. Pokorny is always the last
person he sees as Mayor Spano walks out of city hall and he always has a smile on his face no
matter how hard either of their days had been. Mayor Spano thanked all city staff, past and
present.
Mayor Spano thanked his colleagues past and present as well, and for their caring so much
about their neighbors. He added while they do not always agree on everything, that is not a bad
thing, adding it is how they disagree that is important, and they have always found a way to
disagree without being disagreeable. This is a total team effort. He thanked everyone for
making him better at his job, and apologized for the many t imes he has made mistakes. He
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encouraged incoming Mayor-Elect Mohamed, and he hopes she loves this job as much as he
has.
Mayor Spano thanked his neighbors and stated in the past 12 years, they have been through a
lot as a community, noting the murder of St. Louis Park resident George Floyd as well as the
pandemic, transit project, sidewalks and bike trails going through neighborhoods, the death of
Officer Michael Pollitz, the Lilydale rockslide that took the lives of two students, bomb threats
against Jewish neighbors, and the Pledge of Allegiance. He added through all of these
challenges, the city thrived while adding community assets like the Recreation Outdoor Center
and the Westwood Hills Nature Center, led the state through the climate action plan, made
investments in affordable housing, developed the West End, and confronted racial inequities
within the city and city hall with honesty, humility and kindness to one another. He noted that
with over 50,000 people in the city, St. Louis Park is growing again and that has not happened in
a generation. He added the city is embracing new people as well as those who have made the
city what it is.
Mayor Spano stated leaders act, good leaders know the right moment to act and great leaders
know when not to act. He added a big part of the job of mayor is not what you choose to do,
but what you choose not to do. He added to be at least as kind as you are compassionate, no
one is indispensable, and you have to want to help others solve their problems and you have to
love them. He stated there are no people he loves more than his friends and family – adding
that leadership is a family business.
Mayor Spano thanked his wife Cate, his secret weapon and his rock; his daughter Mia, who is a
teacher and could not be here this evening, and who he loves and misses; and his son Flynn,
who gave up a lot of time together so that Mayor Spano could serve. He added he could not
have done this job without them at his side and asked all of his family to stand up so he could
thank them all.
Mayor Spano stated for 12 years, he has not had a bad Sunday evening and has always looked
forward to coming to work as mayor of St. Louis Park. He concluded by saying thank you to all,
so very much.
Mayor Pro Tem Brausen noted there will be a reception for Mayor Spano after the meeting and
invited all to stay to celebrate and recognize the mayor.
b. Swearing in ceremony for Canine Officer Maverick
Chief Kruelle presented Canine Officer Maverick and officially welcomed him into the
community. He noted Canine Officer Maverick was chosen from Slovakia specifically for St.
Louis Park and has recently completed a 12-week training with his handler, Officer Matt
McNeely.
Mayor Spano administered the oath of office to Canine Officer Maverick.
c. Recognition of service for Officer Troy Peek
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Mayor Spano read a resolution and presented a plaque to Officer Troy Peek for his service to
the city for the past 24 years. Officer Peek was recognized in honor of his retirement from the
City of St. Louis Park.
Chief Kruelle thanked Officer Peek for his service and his passion for serving as a police officer.
Chief Kruelle shared his experiences with Officer Peek over the years.
Officer Peek thanked the city and council and stated he is honored to have served in St. Louis
Park, hoping he has made a positive impact over the years. He stated he is blessed with family
support and the support of his police force family as well.
4. Minutes.
a. Minutes of Nov. 27, 2023 study session
b. Minutes of Dec. 4, 2023 city council meeting
c. Minutes of Dec. 4, 2023 special study session
It was moved by Council Member Rog, seconded by Council Member Dumalag, to approve the
city council study session minutes of Nov. 27 and Dec. 4, 2023, and the city council meeting
minutes of Dec. 4, 2023 as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
5. Consent items.
a. Resolution No. 23-159 recognizing Officer Troy Peek upon retirement from police
department
b. Resolution No. 23-160 accepting work and authorizing final payment for Louisiana
Avenue Bridge (4018-1700) - Ward 2
c. Approve temporary liquor license - Beth El Synagogue
d. Approve agreement for professional services with Campbell Knutson
e. Resolution No. 23-161 approving 2024 non-union compensation
f. Resolution No. 23-162 approving 2024 IUOE Local 49 labor agreement
g. Resolution No. 23-163 approving 2022-2024 LELS #218 Police Sergeants Labor
Agreement
h. Resolution No. 23-164 approving 2024-2025 LELS Local #482 police lieutenants labor
agreement
i. Resolution approving 2024-2025 LELS Local #220 Public Safety Dispatchers Labor
agreement (This item was removed from the consent items)
j. Resolution No. 23-165 authorizing special assessment for sewer repairs at 3322 Library
Lane
k. Resolution No. 23-166 authorizing special assessment for sewer repairs at 3233 Florida
Ave S.
l. Resolution No. 23-167 authorizing special assessment for sewer service repairs at 2515
Xylon Ave S.
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It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Mohamed, to approve
the consent items as revised.
The motion passed 7-0.
6. Public hearings - none.
7. Regular business.
a. Resolutions No. 23-168, 23-169 and 23-170 authorizing final 2024 budget – levy and
capital improvement plan adoption
Ms. Cruver presented the staff report. She noted the policy consideration before the council is
do they support the 2024 budget with a balanced budget consisting of an “all -inclusive”
preliminary levy increase of 7.3% (down from 7.7%).
Council Member Brausen stated a budget reflects a city’s priorities and values and this budget
does that really well. He stated it is unfortunate to raise taxes ever, but it seems this must be
done regularly. He pointed out that part of this need is driven by inflation which has been
substantial, and part is driven by the desire to maintain the l evel of services that city residents
have come to expect. He is proud to say the city has the best professional staff in the state and
they are compensated for being exceptional. He added the 3.5% increase for staff is not
excessive given the inflation rate and this is money well spent on the city’s behalf. He pointed
out that staff additions include adding personnel to the police department and three new
employees to the fire department. Council Member Brausen said that tree preservation is also a
part of this funding and a large part of the climate action commitments of the city. He is happy
with and supportive of the proposed budget plan.
Council Member Rog added there have been many conversations about this topic over the last
six months with staff and council. She is uncomfortable when residents come in and share the
impression that their property taxes have increased 37% in the last five years, which took place
at the truth in taxation hearing earlier month. When looking at next year’s budget; however,
she sees there are items that residents widely support including investments in public safety,
mental health response, water main replacement, road reconstruction (including Minnetonka
Boulevard), tree canopy preservation, parks and much more. She added it is important to note
that residents who own their own home will see a lesser increase of 6.3% for a median value
home which is $57 per year. She observed renters and businesses may see higher increases.
She noted that she likes that the increase will be modest for homeowners but does not like that
the burden will fall disproportionally on multi-family properties and businesses. She
understands that valuation changes are outside of the city’s control, but keeping the levy lower
makes it easier for all types of property owners as much as possible.
Council Member Rog commented on the EDA levy, TIF and taxes, her discomfort with the EDA
levy being close to $900,000 this year and an 80% increase over what it was last year, to
replenish funds that were supposed to be paid back by a developer for a $1 million cash loan
made in good faith. She stated she will continue to be a voice for discernment and new ways of
looking at developer subsidies at the level the city currently provides them. She reminded the
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council that developers must include affordable housing and sustainability components in their
developments whether they receive any TIF or not and encouraged the council to continue to
use discernment.
Council Member Rog added she would like to avoid large compounding property tax increases
over five years by funneling more tax revenue from new developments to the general fund,
spend on priorities and keep the levy increase lower. She stated she will support thi s budget
with the hope and expectation that the discussion will continue.
Council Member Budd stated she supports the budget as well and noted her support for the
proposed $4 million being put aside for infrastructure, adding this is very important. She is
looking forward to reports at the first of the year as to how this funding will be used. She stated
many in her ward have ideas as to how this can be spent, and she is excited to see this as part
of the budget.
Council Member Mohamed added she is happy to see everything that the city is investing in
including public safety and infrastructure. It is good to see the decertification of tax districts and
was happy to see this action eased the burden. She agreed with Council Member Rog’s
comments and wants to continue to look at the city’s strategic priorities.
Council Member Dumalag stated she will also support the motions presented and thanked staff
for their time on the proposed budget, particularly as this is an all-inclusive number versus what
has been done in the past. She added the changes in the budget are additions of new staff
members, noting the city is growing and planning for growth, and we are excited to welcome
new people to the city.
Council Member Farris added she also supports the proposed budget and thanked staff for
their hard work. She agrees with comments made by the council and while not everything is
perfect, there was a lot of hard work going into this plan and she is appreciative.
Mayor Spano stated he supports the proposed budget and thanked staff for their work. He is
glad to see investments in infrastructure, and stated water and water mains are services that
cities must provide and are necessary investments in infrastructure.
It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Mohamed, to adopt
Resolutions No. 23-168, 23-169 and 23-170 approving authorizing final 2024 budgets and
authorizing the 2024 final general property tax levy, authorizing the 2024 final HRA levy,
authorizing the final EDA levy and approving the 2024 -2033 capital improvement plan as
presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
b. Resolutions No. 23-171, 23-172 and 23-173 approving preliminary plan, special permit
amendment, conditional use permit for 5775 Wayzata Blvd. (Park Place East) Ward 4
Ms. Kramer presented the staff report.
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Kevin Curry, 5970 W. 16th St., noted the goals of cohesive neighborhoods mentioned tonight do
not speak to this project. He stated this development does not include what the city wants to
do, it can be harmful to the garden center, and noted there are already 18 restaurants within a
few blocks of this development. He added let us be patient to see if there are other
developments that meet the needs of this area better.
Council Member Brausen stated he has received public input on this project, noting the city
does not own the property, and it is a legitimate use of the property. He added public
comments have been both positive and negative with concerns about traffic, and he is happy to
hear the owner will work with the garden center. He has discomfort with drive-through
restaurants but this proposal is different, with orders being prepared in advance and the drive-
through only used for pick-up, not ordering. He stated it is not fair to deny the conditional use
permit and knows that many are looking forward to this development and he will support th e
proposal.
Council Member Budd asked for more detail on tree and shrub requirements, and if they are
part of the landscaping today. Ms. Kramer stated yes, and noted those are only the
requirements for the new development. The plantings shown meet the requirements.
Council Member Budd asked if trees will be removed in the island area. Ms. Kramer confirmed
that one or two trees would be removed with the expectation that they would be replanted.
Council Member Budd asked if the city would repair the walking trail. Ms. Kramer explained the
walking trail is not the City’s trail and it is on private property and the owner would be
responsible for repairs. Council Member Budd thanked staff for forwarding comments to the
council and noted she would appreciate the buildings being turned around to face the street.
Council Member Rog referenced the pickup window and asked about vehicle idle time versus
patrons going in to pick up orders. Ms. Kramer stated when orders are placed on the app, there
is a time given that the order will be ready so drivers would not be on site until their order is
ready, rather than ordering and waiting for it to be ready.
Council Member Rog stated she is also interested in discussing drive-through restaurants and
whether they are healthy for the community. She asked if the garden center will definitely stay.
Ms. Kramer clarified that the garden center and owner are looking at a revised lease at this
time, with the same terms as before but in a different location. She added the city does not
have a mechanism to require this as part of these resolutions.
Council Member Rog stated she is not a fan of fast-food restaurants and drive-through pickups,
although she knows many people are. She stated given the city does not own the property, it
does not have a lot of discretion in aligning with the Comp rehensive Plan. Ms. Kramer
confirmed that the uses are allowed in the district, and the zoning code does not break down
uses where the city could restrict to small business only.
Council Member Rog asked if there will be intentional synergy in the proposed murals at the
development. Ms. Kramer stated those details have not been worked out ye t, but added this
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could be a component of the request for proposal and it is up to the selection committee
ultimately. Council Member Rog said she will support this.
Council Member Dumalag is also supportive of the proposal, noting this is a development which
is privately owned, and the city has no part of the deal. She stated it will, however, de -pave the
parking lot and allow use for an amenity that tenants, residents and workers can walk to. She is
happy about the mural proposal, noting it would be nice to have a unified artistic project there
that recognizes it as an entry to the neighborhood.
Council Member Mohamed added she is also supportive of the proposal and shared that she
loves drive-through pick up windows, and also likes the idea of the order ahead option through
mobile app. She stated these types of restaurants add to the character of neighborhoods and
noted in other areas of the city, different types of restaurants and shops are integral, such as
Texa-Tonka.
Council Member Farris stated she also supports this development. She stated the West End has
many restaurants, but they are spendy so it will be nice to have something that is more affordable
in this area.
Mayor Spano stated this development is in alignment with this area and zoning requirements and
he is supportive of it.
It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Mohamed, to adopt
Resolutions No. 23-171, 23-172 and 23-173 approving preliminary plan, special permit
amendment, conditional use permit for 5775 Wayzata Blvd (Park Place East) Ward 4 .
The motion passed 7-0.
c. Resolution No. 23-174 approving Shops at West End PUD amendment
Ms. Kramer presented the report.
Council Member Brausen stated this does not seem intrusive at all and given the number of dogs
in the apartments at West End, it makes good sense.
It was moved by Council Member Rog, seconded by Council Member Brausen, to adopt Resolution
No.23-174 approving Shops at West End PUD amendment as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
8. Communications and announcements.
Mayor Patrick Hanlon, Hopkins Mayor, thanked Mayor Spano on behalf of Hopkins and the entire
West Metro, and for the work he put in to make sure these communities stay together. He noted
the issues faced today by cities are much bigger and boundaries are arbitrary. He stated all
members on the Council of Mayors and West Metro Mayor groups that meet and discuss
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affordable housing, climate action, and work with children, all thank Mayor Spano for his service
to this entire region and state.
Mayor Spano thanked Mayor Hanlon for his comments.
Ms. Keller thanked everyone for tonight and invited all to join the celebration for Mayor Spano
this evening.
9. Adjournment.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5a
Executive summary
Title: Resolution establishing the 2024 Alley Reconstruction project (4024 -1500), approving
plans and specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids – Wards 1 and 4
Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution accepting the project report, establishing
the 2024 Alley Reconstruction project (4024-1500), approving plans and specifications, and
authorizing advertisement for bids.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to pursue the 2024 Alley Reconstruction
project?
Summary: This is the seventh year of the city's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to reconstruct all
gravel and bituminous alleyways with concrete. This year's project includes four alley segments:
two in the Bronx Park and Fern Hill neighborhoods (ward 1) and two in the Pennsylvania Park
neighborhood (ward 4). The location of these alleys can be found in the maps attached to this
report:
• Alley B - Between Florida and Edgewood avenues, south of 28th Street (ward 1)
• Alley C - Between Toledo and Salem avenues, south of 26th Street (ward 1)
• Alley E - West of Nevada Avenue, south of 14th Street (ward 4)
• Alley F - Between Nevada and Maryland avenues, south of 14th Street (ward 4)
The project involves shaping the alleys, addressing drainage and constructing 10-foot-wide
concrete alleys. Construction is anticipated to begin in May, with each alley taking between
four and six weeks to complete. All items are expected to be completed along with final
restoration by October 2024.
Financial or budget considerations: This project is included in the 2024 CIP. Funding will be
provided using pavement management (franchise fees) and stormwater utility. Additional
information on cost and funding can be found later in this report.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolution
Alley location maps
Overall 2024 financial summary
Prepared by: Jack Sullivan, engineering project manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
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Title: Resolution establishing the 2024 Alley Reconstruction project (4024-1500), approving plans and
specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids – Wards 1 and 4
Discussion
Background: On Aug. 1, 2016, the city council updated the city's Assessment Policy to no longer
assess property owners for construction of improvements that serve a public benefit. Since
alleys serve a public benefit, the assessment for reconstructing alleys was eliminated, with the
city fully funding the projects using the pavement management fund (franchise fees) and
stormwater utility funds.
There are 21.2 miles of alleys throughout the city. At the time the assessment policy was
updated, 16 miles had a concrete surface and met the minimum standard for an improved
alley. The remaining 5.2 miles of alleys were constructed of either asphalt or gravel and
considered unimproved.
The unimproved alleys require annual maintenance to keep them serviceable. To proactively
address the unimproved alleys, the council directed staff to develop a plan to reconstruct them.
To date, 3.1 miles of the 5.2 miles of unimproved alleys have been reconstructed.
The reconstruction of all unimproved alleys has the following benefits:
• Fixing drainage problems – on many of the alleys, there are areas where drainage is
blocked or runoff drains onto private property. To address these issues, the alleys
require complete reconstruction.
• Reduces erosion – where drainage does work, runoff will wash silt and gravel from the
gravel alleys into the storm sewer system, ending up in ponds, lakes and wetlands.
• Reduces annual maintenance – reconstruction eliminates the need for operations staff
to perform maintenance such as adding gravel and grading the gravel alleys and
patching potholes in the bituminous alleys.
• Improves neighborhood livability – there are times that these alleys are difficult to
traverse, resulting in challenges for all users of the alleys, including solid waste vehicles,
walkers, bicyclists and automobiles.
Project scope: This is the seventh year of alley reconstruction and the adopted scope in the CIP
includes four alley segments approximately 1,300 feet (0.24 miles) in length. Two alleys totaling
approximately 935 feet in length in the Bronx Park and Fern Hill neighborhoods (ward 1) and
two alleys that total approximately 365 feet in length in the Pennsylvania Park neighborhood
(ward 4). These four alleys are a mix of gravel and bituminous pavement. The project involves
shaping the alleys, addressing drainage and constructing 10-foot-wide concrete alleys. There
are 53 properties abutting the alleys that will be impacted by the project.
Alley B, on the 2800 block between Florida and Edgewood avenues (ward 1), was removed from
the 2023 Alley Reconstruction project due to funding shortfalls. This alley is included in the
2024 alley reconstruction project.
Public process: An informational meeting was held on Nov. 28, 2023, to view the preliminary
alley reconstruction plans and discuss the proposed construction. Five people were in
attendance representing properties adjacent to the four alleys.
Feedback on the project was favorable, with many of the residents looking forward to having
the alley surface paved with concrete.
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Title: Resolution establishing the 2024 Alley Reconstruction project (4024-1500), approving plans and
specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids – Wards 1 and 4
Financial or budget considerations: The following table outlines the estimated project cost and
anticipated funding sources for this project. The engineer's estimate is approximately 11% over
the 2024 CIP.
2024 CIP Engineer's estimate
Construction cost $393,000 $435,758.62
Engineering and administration $59,000 $59,000
Total $452,000 $494,758.62
Funding Sources
Pavement management $293,800 $321,593.10
Stormwater utility $158,200 $173,165.52
Total $452,000 $494,758.62
The engineer's estimate is over the CIP due to 3 of the 4 alleys having stormwater structures
designed to infiltrate rainfall runoff. These 3 alleys are well suited for stormwater infiltration
due to the sandy underlying soils and the absence of soil contamination.
Attached is the overall financial summary for the transportation and maintenance projects
included in the 2024 CIP. As each project is brought to the council for final approval and for bid
award, this summary will be updated to reflect the bids received. F inal numbers will depend on
bids received.
Next steps: The proposed schedule for the project to facilitate construction completion in 202 4:
Council approves plans and orders ad for bid Jan. 16, 2024
Open bids Feb. 15, 2024
City council awards construction bids March 4, 2024
Construction May to October 2024
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Title: Resolution establishing the 2024 Alley Reconstruction project (4024-1500), approving plans and
specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids – Wards 1 and 4
Resolution No. 24-___
Accepting the project report,
establishing improvement project no. 4024-1500,
approving plans and specifications and authorizing
advertisement for bids for improvement
Project No. 4024-1500
Whereas, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report from the
Project Engineer related to the 2024 Alley Reconstruction on January 16, 2024; and,
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that:
1. The Project Report regarding Project No. 4024-1500 is hereby accepted.
2. Such improvements as proposed are necessary, cost-effective, and feasible as detailed
in the Project Report.
3. The proposed project, designated as Project No. 402 4-1500, is hereby established and
ordered.
4. The following alley segments are hereby established and ordered for construction.
Alley B Between Florida and Edgewood avenues, south of 28th Street (ward 1)
Alley C Between Toledo and Salem avenues, south of 26th Street (ward 1)
Alley E West of Nevada Avenue, south of 14th Street (ward 4)
Alley F Between Nevada and Maryland avenues, south of 14th Street (ward 4)
5. The plans and specifications for the making of these improvements, as prepared under
the direction of the Engineering Director, or designee, are approved.
6. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted at least two weeks in the official
city newspaper and in relevant industry publications an advertisement for bids for the
making of said improvements under said-approved plans and specifications. The
advertisement shall appear not less than 10 days prior to the date and time bids will be
received electronically by the Project Manager and accompanied by a bid bond payable
to the City for five (5) percent of the amount of the bid. The electronic bids will only be
available to view after the bids are closed and the City receives the passcode from the
bidding host site.
7. The Project Manager, or designee, shall report the receipt of bids to the City Council
shortly after the opening date. The report shall include a tabulation of the bid results
and a recommendation to the City Council.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5a) Page 5
Title: Resolution establishing the 2024 Alley Reconstruction project (4024-1500), approving plans and
specifications, and authorizing advertisement for bids – Wards 1 and 4
Reviewed for Administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager
Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Overall financial summary
2024 Budget
Cedar Lake/
Louisiana Ave
Phase 1
Concrete
replacement
Pavement
management
(Area 2)
Alley
construction
Lamplighter
Pond
maintenance
Parking lot
maintenance
MSC
4023-1100 4024-0003 4024-1000 4024-1500 4022-4001 4024-1600
- - - - - - -
GO Bonds-New sidewalk construction 825,000 - - 825,000 - - -
Pavement management fund 4,235,490 - 120,950 3,396,000 293,800 - 424,740
Municipal State Aid 3,800,530 3,800,530 - - - - -
Sanitary sewer 345,000 - - 345,000 - - -
Stormwater 1,237,420 81,470 120,950 633,000 158,200 243,800 -
Water 4,290,735 1,218,735 - 3,072,000 - - -
Operations budget 145,000 - 145,000 - - - -
State appropriation 2,000,000 2,000,000 - - - - -
Federal funds 3,941,333 3,941,333 - - - - -
- - - - - - -
Total funding 20,820,508 11,042,068 386,900 8,271,000 452,000 243,800 424,740
Table 1: 2024 Transportation and maintence projects funding -CIP
2024 Budget
Cedar Lake/
Louisiana Ave
Phase 1
Concrete
replacement
Pavement
management
(Area 2)
Alley
construction
Lamplighter
Pond
maintenance
Parking lot
maintenance
MSC
2024 CIP
projects total
to date
4023-1100 4024-0003 4024-1000 4024-1500 4022-4001 4024-1600
- - - - - - - -
GO Bonds-New sidewalk construction 825,000 - - 824,102 - - - 824,102
Pavement management fund 4,235,490 - - 3,393,072 321,593 - - 3,714,665
Municipal State Aid 3,800,530 - - - - - - -
Sanitary sewer 345,000 - - 341,499 - - - 341,499
Stormwater 1,237,420 - - 630,698 173,166 239,578 - 1,043,441
Water 4,290,735 - - 3,070,924 - - - 3,070,924
Operations budget 145,000 - - - - - - -
State appropriation 2,000,000 - - - - - - -
Federal funds 3,941,333 - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - -
Total funding 20,820,508 - - 8,260,295 494,759 239,578 - 8,994,632
Engineer's
Estimate
Engineer's
Estimate Award Bid
Table 2: 2024 Transportation and maintence projects funding - actual
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Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5b
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving 2024-2025 IAFF #993 Fire labor agreement
Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution approving labor agreement between the
city and the fire employee bargaining group, establishing terms and conditions of employment
for two years, from Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025.
Policy consideration: Does council approve the labor agreement between the city and the
union?
Summary: Staff is pleased to bring this two-year contract with our fire bargaining group to
council for approval. Items listed follow the approved compensation plans, budget discussions
and are effective Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2025. Discussions during negotiation were productive
and resulted in this agreement.
Financial or budget considerations: The amount recommended has been included in the 2024
budget and will be incorporated into 2025 projections.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolution
Prepared by: Rita Vorpahl, HR director
Reviewed by: Cheyenne Brodeen, administrative services director
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5b) Page 2
Title: Resolution approving 2024-2025 IAFF #993 Fire labor agreement
Discussion
Background: The city and the fire union group have negotiated and come to agreement on the
following terms and conditions of a new contract:
• Duration of two years (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2025).
• 2024 wage increase of 3.5% to all steps.
• Remove 15 and 20-year wage for Firefighter. Ten years will be the new max pay and will
equal the old 20-year max.
• 2025 wage increase of 3% to all steps.
• Increase out of class pay to $4/hour.
• Fire Prevention Assignment. Remove three levels and instead make it $4/ hour for all
and tie it to the hours that are being worked.
• Add light duty language for firefighters that become pregnant.
Next steps: Staff recommends approval. All items noted above are included within the 2024
budget and will be included in future year budget pre paration. The proposed contract is on file
with the city clerk. More detail is available upon request.
General comment: Copies of the labor agreement are available from the city clerk.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5b) Page 3
Title: Resolution approving 2024-2025 IAFF #993 Fire labor agreement
Resolution No. 24-___
Approving labor agreement between
the City of St. Louis Park and
IAFF Local #993 Fire
January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
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 No. 04-24 between the City of St. Louis Park and IAFF Local 993 (Fire), effective
January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2024.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5c
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving 2024-2026 LELS Local #220 Public Safety Dispatchers labor
agreement
Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution approving labor agreement between the
city and the public safety dispatcher employee bargaining group, establishing terms and
conditions of employment for three years, from Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2026.
Policy consideration: Does council approve the labor agreement between the city and the
union?
Summary: Staff is pleased to bring this three-year contract with our public safety dispatchers
bargaining group to council for approval. Items listed follow the approved compensation plans,
budget discussions and are effective Jan. 1, 2024 – Dec. 31, 2026. Discussions during
negotiation were productive and resulted in this agreement.
Financial or budget considerations: The amount recommended has been included in the 2024
budget and will be incorporated into 2025 and 2026 projections.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolution
Prepared by: Rita Vorpahl, HR director
Reviewed by: Cheyenne Brodeen, administrative services director
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5c) Page 2
Title: Resolution approving 2024-2026 LELS Local #220 Public Safety Dispatchers labor agreement
Discussion
Background: The city and the public safety dispatcher’s union group have negotiated and come
to agreement on the following terms and conditions of a new contract:
• Duration of three years (1/1/2024 – 12/31/2026).
• 2024 wage increase of 3.5% to all steps.
• 2025 and 2026 wage increase of 3% to all steps.
• 2024 increase work alone pay to $5.00 / hour. Starting in 2025 the increase will be tied
to the annual general salary adjustment.
• CTO (training) pay. Move from a dollar amount to a percentage.
Next steps: Staff recommends approval. All items noted above are included within the 2024
budget and will be included in future year budget preparation. The proposed contract is on file
with the city clerk. More detail is available upon request.
General comment: Copies of the labor agreement are available from the city clerk.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5c) Page 3
Title: Resolution approving 2024-2026 LELS Local #220 Public Safety Dispatchers labor agreement
Resolution No. 24-___
Approving labor agreement between
the City of St. Louis Park and
Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local #220 Public Safety Dispatchers
January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2026
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 No. 126-23 between the City of St. Louis Park and LELS #220 (Public Safety
Dispatchers), effective January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2026.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5d
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Violent Crime Reduction Unit
participation
Recommended action: Council approval of the cooperative agreement for the St. Louis Park
police department to join the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Violent Crime Reduction
Unit.
Policy consideration: Does the council wish to authorize the St. Louis Park police depar tment to
join the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Violent Crime Reduction Unit ?
Summary: Beginning on approximately Feb. 1, 2024, the MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension
(BCA) will begin oversight of an interagency collaborative unit, the Violent Crime Reduction Unit
(VCRU), whose mission will be to prevent, investigate and assist in the prosecution of violent
crime. To achieve this mission, the unit will gather information necessary to identify crime
patterns and develop strategies for the prevention and enforcement of violent crime. An
important component of this work will include conducting outreach and education to the
community to facilitate the creation and implementation of solutions that help to deter and
prevent violent crime – an approach that proactively seeks to safeguard all communities.
The VCRU will be comprised of local law enforcement agencies from the east and west metro
areas along with special agents from the BCA. Being a member of the unit includes full funding
for a new dedicated officer; though the initial funding is for three years, funding for the unit is
expected to continue. Similar to the work and mission of the other task forces that the St . Louis
Park police department participates in, the work simultaneously benefits our city, the broader
metro community and the state. As our community policing model recognizes, the nature of
policing requires a collaborative approach to uplift public safety in general. The VCRU provides
the City of St. Louis Park and its police department wit h a unique opportunity to partner with
the state’s law enforcement agency, the BCA, and other police organizations. As a result, the
relationships, knowledge transferred and information exchanged in areas such as technology
and training serve to be a force multiplier to our organization.
Financial or budget considerations: None
Strategic priority consideration:
• St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for people to make their way
around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
• St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through
community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution
MN BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit Joint Powers Agreement
Prepared by: Bryan Kruelle, police chief
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5d) Page 2
Title: Resolution approving MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Violent Crime Reduction Unit participation
Resolution No. 24-____
Approving the St. Louis Park Police Department’s participation in the MN
Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s Violent Crime Reduction Unit.
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park on behalf of its police department desires to enter into
a cooperative agreement with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). The
resolution approving a cooperative agreement with the BCA, would assign one sworn police
officer from the St. Louis Park police department to the BCA’s Violent Crime Reduction Unit,
with funding for the position provided by the BCA in full;
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of St. Louis Park, Minnesota as follows:
1. That the city of St. Louis Park on behalf of its police department enter into a
cooperative agreement with the BCA on Feb. 1, 2024.
2. Mayor Nadia Mohamed and City Manager Kim Keller, or successors, are hereby
authorized to execute such agreements and amendments as are necessary to assign one sworn
police officer from the St. Louis Park police department to the BCA Violent Crime Reduction
Unit.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
SWIFT Contract Number: XXXXXX
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
BCA VIOLENT CRIME REDUCTION UNIT
JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
This Joint Powers Agreement (“Agreement”) is between the State of Minnesota, acting through its
Commissioner of Public Safety on behalf of the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (“BCA”), and the City of
St. Louis Park acting on behalf of its Police Department, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd., St. Louis Park, MN 55416
(“Governmental Unit”), together known as “Parties.”
Recitals. Under Minnesota Statutes § 471.59, the BCA and the Governmental Unit are empowered to
engage in agreements to jointly and cooperatively exercise their powers. The Parties wish to work
together to prevent, investigate, and prosecute violent crimes, including but not limited to murder and
assaults, the trafficking of illicit drugs and firearms, carjacking, and other violent crimes. The
Governmental Unit wants to work cooperatively with the BCA Violent Crime Reduction Unit (“VCRU”),
which is operated by the BCA.
1.Term of Agreement.
A.Effective Date. This Agreement is effective on the date the BCA obtains all required
signatures pursuant to Minnesota Statutes § 16C.05, subdivision 2.
B.Expiration Date. This Agreement expires five (5) years from the Effective Date, unless
terminated at an earlier date pursuant to clause 12.
C.This Agreement does not establish an employment relationship between the BCA and th e
Governmental Unit, nor any persons performing under the Agreement.
2.Purpose. The Governmental Unit and the BCA enter into this Agreement to facilitate the
cooperation and coordination of the Governmental Unit with the work of the VCRU, which uses
an array of proactive and reactive investigative techniques to prevent, investigate, and prosecute
violent crime; gathers information necessary to identify crime patterns and uses this information
to develop strategies for prevention and enforcement; and conducts outreach and education to
community members, groups, and stakeholders in order to facilitate the creation and
implementation of solutions to deter and prevent violent crime.
3.Responsibilities of the Governmental Unit. The VCRU’s interagency collaborative approach is
implemented via the performance of the following activities by the Governmental Unit and any
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individuals working with the VCRU on its behalf, under the leadership of the Special Agent in
Charge of the VCRU (“the SAIC”) and the VCRU’s Assistant Special Agents in Charge (“ASAICs”):
A.Assign one or more investigators or employees of the Governmental Unit to the VCRU.
This agreement shall refer to them as “Assigned Investigator” or “Assigned Employee,”
throughout. These Assigned Investigators or Assigned Employees must be approved to
participate in VCRU activities, in advance of doing so, by the BCA’s Deputy Superintendent
-Investigations. During the period of assignment to this task force, the Governmental Unit
will remain responsible for establishing the salary and benefits, including overtime, of the
Assigned Investigator(s) and/or Assigned Employee(s), and for making all payments due
them. BCA will reimburse the Governmental Unit for the full salary and fringe costs of the
assigned employee, and will reimburse overtime costs of the assigned employee up to
$21,000.00.
B.Be willing and able to respond and/or work jointly on violent crimes and complete any
duties assigned to the Governmental Unit, by the SAIC, for the duration of the term of this
Agreement.
C.Conduct investigations in accordance with provisions of state and federal law, BCA
policies and operating procedures as indicated herein, and any other investigative
standards required of a BCA Special Agent.
D.Investigate illicit firearms trafficking crimes committed by organized groups or individuals,
including the trafficking in illicit firearms parts and the illicit manufacture of firearms.
E.Investigate homicide, assault, carjacking and other crimes against the person as directed
by the SAIC/ASAICs, utilizing best investigative practices to create prosecutable cases, and
providing support to victims and witnesses involved therein.
F.Investigate illicit street racing and automobile theft cases with a focus on identifying and
disrupting organizations or networks of individuals involved in the commission or
facilitation of such crimes.
G.Where indicated to have a nexus with firearms crimes or other violent crimes under VCRU
investigation, investigate illicit drug trafficking crimes as necessary to facilitate VCRU
investigative purposes.
H.Participate in operations to apprehend dangerous fugitives as directed by the
SAIC/ASAICs.
I.Maintain accurate records of prevention, education, and enforcement activities, to be
collected and forwarded quarterly to the SAIC for statistical reporting purposes.
J.Prepare an operational briefing sheet for each active operation, including deconfliction
measures as directed, to be approved by the SAIC/ASAICs.
K.Prepare investigative reports to be submitted to the BCA’s chain of command.
L.Ensure evidence collected is appropriately collected, accounted for, and retained in a BCA -
authorized secure facility.
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M.Each assigned investigator will be issued a body -worn camera by the BCA, to be utilized
in the course of VCRU activities. Assigned investigators will adhere to BCA’s policies
regarding body-worn cameras, and shall ensure footage captured by BCA-issued cameras
is appropriately uploaded to the BCA system(s).
N.Participate in training as directed by the SAIC/ASAICs or designee(s).
O.While conducting VCRU activities, adhere to the following BCA policies and/or
procedures:
1.BCA-1008 Operation of a State Vehicle
2.DPS-5100 Acceptable Use of Department Computers, Electronic Equipment,
Information Systems and Resources
3.INV-7002 Informants
4.INV-7003 Confidential Funds
5.INV-7004 Police Pursuits and Emergency Vehicle Operations
6.INV-7010 Critical Incidents
7.INV-7013 Evidence Handling
8.INV-7014 Procession of Property Seized for Administrative Forfeiture
9.INV-7015 Inventory of Seized Impounded Vehicles
10.INV-7016 Consumption of Alcoholic Beverages
11.INV-7017 Reverse Undercover Drug Operations
12.INV-7020 Radio Communications
13.INV-7022 Cellular Exploitation Equipment
14.INV-7026 Online Resources and Social Media in Investigative Activities
15.INV-7030 Consular Notification
16.INV-7033 Unmanned Aircraft Systems
17.INV-7034 Conflicts of Interest
18.INV-7035 Search Warrants for Nighttime and/or Unannounced Entry
19.INV-7037 Body Worn Cameras
P.While conducting VCRU activities, adhere to required policies, operations plans, or other
operational guidance issued by the SAIC/ASAICs, including new policies governing VCRU
activities as directed.
Q.Assigned Investigators must comply with the use of force provisions of their home
agency’s policies/procedures. Assigned Investigators must also comply with directives
issued by the SAIC/ASAICs. In the event of a conflict between the use of force
requirements of the Assigned Investigator ’s home agency policy, and the policies or
directives of the VCRU, the policies and procedures of the home agency shall govern. Prior
to deployment in the field, Assigned Investigators will confer with the VCRU SAIC/ASAIC
to identify any potential use of force policy conflicts and work to resolve them in advance
of operational activities.
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R.Utilize task management and accountability programs and procedures, including Time
Tracker, as directed by the SAIC/ASAICs.
S.Submit all requests in the requested format for reimbursement in a timely manner to the
SAIC.
4.Responsibilities of the BCA. The aforementioned approach will be implemented via the
performance of the following activities by the BCA:
A.The BCA will provide the VCRU with a BCA Special Agent in Charge to serve as the SAIC
of the VCRU.
B.Provide guidance and training, as appropriate, on all VCRU standards to be followed by
the Governmental Unit, Assigned Investigators, and Assigned Employees.
C.Review, approve or decline, or request additional information on appropriately submitted
and pre-approved reimbursement requests, within three (3) business days of receipt.
D.Provide reimbursement within thirty (30) business days of the appropriately submitted
and pre-approved reimbursement requests directly to the Governmental Unit.
E.Provide supplies and equipment to Assigned Investigators and Assigned Employees.
Supplies issued to Assigned Investigators include, but are not limited to, a squad vehicle,
a body worn camera, a computer, a cellular phone, and office supplies. Supplies issued to
civilian Assigned Employees include, but are not limited to, a computer, a cellular phone,
and office supplies. Supplies issued to Assigned Investigators and Assigned Employees
remain the property of the State of Minnesota, and shall be remitted back to the BCA
when the Assigned Investigator or Assigned Employee leaves the VCRU.
F.Provide copies of body worn camera footage that captures or documents the activities of
the Governmental Unit’s Assigned Investigator for purposes of internal
review/investigation by the Governmental Unit, upon request of the Assigned
Investigator’s chief law enforcement officer. Body worn camera recordings shall be
treated in accordance with the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, the premature
disclosure of which could reasonably be expected to interfere with criminal investigation
and prosecution. The Governmental Unit shall not further disseminate the recording(s)
beyond the Governmental Unit or release to the public without consultation with the BCA.
G.Provide evidence storage at BCA headquarters or a BCA-approved secure facility.
H.Proceeds from assets seized through VCRU activities and forfeited through judicial
proceedings shall be maintained in a separate fund administered by the state, for
purposes of offsetting equipment expenses, future salaries, and other expenses incurred
by the VCRU. The BCA retains the right to distribute proceeds from forfeited assets to the
Governmental Unit at its discretion.
5.Standards of the Governmental Unit. The following standards must be met by the Governmental
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Unit, each Assigned Investigator, and each Assigned Employee:
A.Assigned Investigators must be licensed peace officers in good standing with the
Minnesota Peace Officer’s Standards and Training Board (POST). Assigned Investigators
and Assigned Employees must be in good standing with their home agency.
B.Assigned investigators and Assigned Employees must be skilled in a broad array of
investigative technologies and techniques, to be used as appropriate, throughout their
work with the VCRU.
C.Assigned Investigators and Assigned Employees must utilize task management and
accountability programs and procedures, including Time Tracker, as directed by the
SAIC/ASAICs.
D.Assigned Investigators and Assigned Employees will follow all applicable and appropriate
state and/or federal laws in all VCRU-related activities.
E.Assigned Investigators and Assigned Employees must be employed by the Governmental
Unit.
F.Assigned Investigators and Assigned Employees must follow best law enforcement
practices in the discharge of their VCRU duties, conducting themselves with the highest
degree of professionalism, avoiding any conflicts of interest, and conducting their
activities impartially.
6.Employment Relationship. This agreement does not create an employment relationship between
the Assigned Investigators and/or Assigned Employees and the BCA. All Assigned Investigators &
Assigned Employees from the Governmental Unit shall continue to be employed and directly
supervised by the same Governmental Unit currently employing that member, regardless of their
participation in VCRU activities. All services, duties, acts or omissions performed by the Assigned
Employee or Assigned Investigator will be within the course and duty of their employment and,
therefore, covered by any benefits or protections provided them as employees of the
Governmental Unit. This includes, but is not limited to, workers compensation, health, and dental
benefits. Nothing in this Agreement shall otherw ise limit the jurisdiction, powers, and
responsibilities possessed by an Assigned Investigator and Assigned Employee of the
Governmental Unit.
7.Reimbursement of Expenses. In order to obtain reimbursement for expenses associated with
activities of the VCRU, the Governmental Unit must:
A.Submit a written request, in the appropriate format, for pre-approval of the
reimbursement for funds expended as a result of the activities of the VCRU.
B.If and when this pre-approval is received, the Governmental Unit may expend funds to be
reimbursed within the limitations of the pre-approval.
C.In order to receive reimbursement following this expenditure, the Governmental Unit
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must supply original receipts to be reimbursed on the aforementioned pre-approvals.
8.Authorized Representatives.
The BCA’s Authorized Representative is the individual noted below, or his/her successor:
Name: Scott Mueller, Deputy Superintendent
Address: Department of Public Safety, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension
1430 Maryland Avenue East
Saint Paul, MN 55106
Telephone: 651-793-1129
Email: Scott.D.Mueller@state.mn.us
The Governmental Unit’s Authorized Representative is the individual noted below or his/her successor:
Name:
Address:
Telephone:
Email:
If the either of the Parties must change their Authorized Representative, notice must be provided, in
writing, to the other party.
If either Authorized Representative will be unavailable for a significant period of time, a temporary
Authorized Representative may be assigned via the same notice process.
9.Assignment, Amendments, Waiver, and Agreement Complete.
A.Assignment. The Governmental Unit may neither assign nor transfer any rights or
obligations under this Agreement.
B.Amendments. Any amendment to this Agreement must be in writing and will not be
effective until it has been executed and approved by both Parties, through their
Authorized Representatives.
C.Waiver. If the BCA fails to enforce any provision of this Agreement, that failure does no t
waive the provision or its right to enforce it.
D.Agreement Complete. This Agreement contains all negotiations and agreements
between the BCA and the Governmental Unit. No other understanding regarding this
Agreement, whether written or oral, may be used to bind either party.
10.Liability. The Parties agree that each will be responsible for its own acts, omissions, and/or the
results thereof, to the extent permitted by law and shall not be responsible for the acts or
omissions of any others, and/or the results thereof. The BCA’s liability shall be governed by
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provisions of the Minnesota Tort Claims Act, Minnesota Statutes § 3.736, and other applicable
law. The Governmental Unit’s liability shall be governed by provisions of the Municipal Tort
Claims Act, Minnesota Statutes §§ 466.01-466.15, and other applicable law.
11.Audits. Under Minnesota Statutes § 16C.05, subdivision 5, the Governmental Unit’s books, records,
documents, and accounting procedures and practices relevant to this Agreement are subject to
examination by the BCA and/or the State Auditor and/or Legislative Auditor for a minimum of six
(6) years from the end of this Agreement.
12.Government Data Practices. The Governmental Unit and the BCA must comply with the
Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13, and other applicable
law, as it applies to all data provided by the BCA under this Agreement and as it applies to all data
created, collected, received, stored, used, maintained, or disseminated by the Go vernmental Unit
under this Agreement. The civil remedies of Minnesota Statutes § 13.08 apply to the release of the
data referred to in this clause by either the Governmental Unit or the BCA.
A.If the Governmental Unit receives a request to release the data referred to in this clause,
the Governmental Unit must immediately notify and consult with the BCA’s Authorized
Representative as to how the Governmental Unit should respond to the request. The
Governmental Unit’s response to the request shall comply with applicable law.
13.Governing Law, Jurisdiction, and Venue. Minnesota law, without regard to its choice-of-law
provisions, governs this Agreement. Venue for all legal proceedings that result out of this
Agreement, or its breach, must be in the appropriate state or federal court with competent
jurisdiction in Ramsey County, Minnesota.
14.Expiration and Termination. Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time, with or
without cause, upon 30 days written notice to the other party. To the exten t funds are available,
the Governmental Unit shall receive reimbursement in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement through the end of the 30 days. Upon expiration or earlier termination of this
Agreement, the Governmental Unit shall provide the VCRU SAIC all investigative equipment and
supplies provided by the VCRU and/or the BCA.
15.Survival of Terms. The following clauses survive the expiration or cancellation of this Agreement:
8, Liability; 9, Audits; 10, Government Data Practices; and 11, Venue.
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1) STATE ENCUMBRANCE VERIFICATION
Individual Certifies that funds have been encumbered as required
by Minnesota Statutes §§ 16A.15 and 16C.05
2) DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY;
BUREAU OF CRIMINAL APPREHENSION
Signed: _____________________________________________ By:__________________________________________________
(with delegated authority)
Date:________________________________________________ Title:_________________________________________________
SWIFT PO
Number:________________________________________________ Date:________________________________________________
3)GOVERNMENTAL UNIT
The Governmental Unit certifies that the appropriate person(s)
has (have) executed this Agreement on behalf of the
Governmental Unit and its jurisdictional government entity as
required by applicable articles, laws, by-laws, resolutions, or
ordinances.
4) COMMISSIONER OF ADMINISTRATION
As delegated to the Office of State Procurement
By:__________________________________________________ By:_________________________________________________
Title:_________________________________________________ Date:________________________________________________
Date:_________________________________________________
By:__________________________________________________
Title:_________________________________________________
Date:_________________________________________________
By:___________________________________________________
Title:__________________________________________________
Date:__________________________________________________
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Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5e
Executive summary
Title: Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer service line repair at 3219 Blackstone
Avenue South - Ward 1
Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the special assessment for the
repair of the sewer service line at 3219 Blackstone Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN.
P.I.D. 16-117-21-23-0029.
Policy consideration: The proposed action is consistent with policy previously established by
the city council.
Summary: Kevin and Sarah Russell, owners of the single-family residence at 3219 Blackstone
Avenue South, have requested the city authorize the repair of the sewer service line for their
home and assess the cost against the property in accordance with the city’s special assessment
policy.
The city requires the repair of service lines to promote the public health, safety and welfare within
the community. The special assessment policy for the repair or replacement of water and/or sewer
service lines for existing homes was adopted by the city council in 1996. This program was put into
place because sometimes property owners face financial hardships when emergency repairs like this
are unexpectedly required. Plans and permits for this service line repair work were completed,
submitted, and approved by city staff. The property owners hired a contractor and repaired the
sewer service line in compliance with current codes and regulations. Based on the completed work,
this repair qualifies for the city’s special assessment program. The property owners have petitioned
the city to authorize the sewer service line repair and special assess the cost of the repair. The total
eligible cost of the repair has been determined to be $10,100.
Financial or budget considerations: The city has funds in place to finance the cost of this special
assessment.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Beth Holida, office assistant
Reviewed by: Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator
Emily Carr, assessing technician
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5e) Page 2
Title: Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer service line repair at 3219 Blackstone Avenue South -
Ward 1
Resolution No. 24 - ____
Authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the
sewer service line at 3219 Blackstone Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN
P.I.D. 16-117-21-23-0029
Whereas, the property owners at 3219 Blackstone Avenue South, have petitioned the
City of St. Louis Park to authorize a special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line
for the single family residence located at 3219 Blackstone Avenue South; and
Whereas, the property owners have agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, right
of notice and right of appeal pursuant to Minnesota Statute, Chapter 429; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report from the
Utility Superintendent related to the repair of the sewer service line.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that:
1. The petition from the property owners requesting the approval and special assessment for
the sewer service line repair is hereby accepted.
2. The sewer service line repair that was done in conformance with the plans and
specifications approved by the Public Works Department and Department of Inspections is
hereby accepted.
3. The total cost for the repair of the sewer service line is accepted at $10,100.
4. The property owners have agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, notice and appeal
from the special assessment, whether provided by Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, or by
other statutes, or by ordinance, City Charter, the constitution, or common law.
5. The property owners have agreed to pay the city for the total cost of the above
improvements through a special assessment over a ten (10) year period at the interest rate
of 4.93%.
6. The property owners have executed an agreement with the city and all other documents
necessary to implement the repair of the sewer service line and the special assessment of
all costs associated therewith.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5f
Executive summary
Title: Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer service line repair at 3221 Dakota
Avenue South - Ward 3
Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the special assessment for the
repair of the sewer service line at 3221 Dakota Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN.
P.I.D. 16-117-21-23-0112.
Policy consideration: The proposed action is consistent with policy previously established by
the city council.
Summary: Theodore and Colleen Kroeten, owners of the single-family residence at 3221 Dakota
Avenue South, have requested the city authorize the repair of the sewer service line for their
home and assess the cost against the property in accordance with the city’s special assessment
policy.
The city requires the repair of service lines to promote the public health, safety and welfare within
the community. The special assessment policy for the repair or replacement of water and/or sewer
service lines for existing homes was adopted by the city council in 1996. This program was put into
place because sometimes property owners face financial hardships when emergency repairs like this
are unexpectedly required. Plans and permits for this service line repair work were completed,
submitted, and approved by city staff. The property owners hired a contractor and repaired the
sewer service line in compliance with current codes and regulations. Based on the completed work,
this repair qualifies for the city’s special assessment program. The property owners have petitioned
the city to authorize the water service line repair and special assess the cost of the repair. The total
eligible cost of the repair has been determined to be $12,875.
Financial or budget considerations: The city has funds in place to finance the cost of this special
assessment.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Beth Holida, office assistant
Reviewed by: Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator
Emily Carr, assessing technician
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5f) Page 2
Title: Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer service line repair at 3221 Dakota Avenue South - Ward
3
Resolution No. 24 - ____
Authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the
sewer service line at 3221 Dakota Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN
P.I.D. 16-117-21-23-0112
Whereas, the property owners of 3221 Dakota Avenue South, have petitioned the City
of St. Louis Park to authorize a special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line for the
single family residence located at 3221 Dakota Avenue South; and
Whereas, the property owners have agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, right
of notice and right of appeal pursuant to Minnesota Statute, Chapter 429; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report from the
Utility Superintendent related to the repair of the sewer service line.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that:
1. The petition from the property owners requesting the approval and special assessment for
the sewer service line repair is hereby accepted.
2. The sewer service line repair that was done in conformance with the plans and
specifications approved by the Public Works Department and Department of Inspections is
hereby accepted.
3. The total cost for the repair of the sewer service line is accepted at $12,875.
4. The property owners have agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, notice and appeal
from the special assessment, whether provided by Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, or by
other statutes, or by ordinance, City Charter, the constitution, or common law.
5. The property owners have agreed to pay the city for the total cost of the above
improvements through a special assessment over a ten (10) year period at the interest rate
of 4.93%.
6. The property owners have executed an agreement with the city and all other documents
necessary to implement the repair of the sewer service line and the special assessment of
all costs associated therewith.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5g
Executive summary
Title:Resolution authorizing a special assessment for the sewer service line repair at 3136
Maryland Avenue South - Ward 3
Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the special assessment for the
repair of the sewer service line at 3136 Maryland Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN.
P.I.D. 17-117-21-21-0137.
Policy consideration: The proposed action is consistent with policy previously established by
the city council.
Summary: Nancy Pettit, owner of the single-family residence at 3136 Maryland Avenue South,
has requested the city authorize the repair of the sewer service line for her home and assess
the cost against the property in accordance with the city’s special assessment policy.
The city requires the repair of service lines to promote public health, safety and welfare within the
community. The special assessment policy for the repair or replacement of water and/or sewer
service lines for existing homes was adopted by the city council in 1996. This program was put into
place because sometimes property owners face financial hardships when emergency repairs like this
are unexpectedly required. Plans and permits for this service line repair work were completed,
submitted, and approved by city staff. The property owner hired a contractor and repaired the sewer
service line in compliance with current codes and regulations. Based on the completed work, this
repair qualifies for the city’s special assessment program. The property owner has petitioned the city
to authorize the sewer service line repair and special assess the cost of the repair. The total eligible
cost of the repair has been determined to be $ 5,800.
Financial or budget considerations: The city has funds in place to finance the cost of this special
assessment.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Beth Holida, office assistant
Reviewed by: Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator
Emily Carr, assessing technician
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5g) Page 2
Title: Resolution authorizing a special assessment for the sewer service line repair at 3136 Maryland Avenue South
- Ward 3
Resolution No. 24 - ____
Authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the
sewer service line at 3136 Maryland Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN
P.I.D. 17-117-21-21-0137
Whereas, the property owner at 3136 Maryland Avenue South, has petitioned the City
of St. Louis Park to authorize a special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line for the
single family residence located at 3136 Maryland Avenue South; and
Whereas, the property owner has agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, right of
notice and right of appeal pursuant to Minnesota Statute, Chapter 429; and
Whereas, the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park has received a report from the
Utility Superintendent related to the repair of the sewer service line.
Now therefore be it resolved by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that:
1. The petition from the property owner requesting the approval and special assessment for
the sewer service line repair is hereby accepted.
2. The sewer service line repair that was done in conformance with the plans and
specifications approved by the Public Works Department and Department of Inspections is
hereby accepted.
3. The total cost for the repair of the sewer service line is accepted at $5,800.
4. The property owner has agreed to waive the right to a public hearing, notice and appeal
from the special assessment, whether provided by Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, or by
other statutes, or by ordinance, City Charter, the constitution, or common law.
5. The property owner has agreed to pay the city for the total cost of the above improvements
through a special assessment over a ten (10) year period at the interest rate of 4.93%.
6. The property owner has executed an agreement with the city and all other documents
necessary to implement the repair of the sewer service line and the special assessment of
all costs associated therewith.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5h
Executive summary
Title: Resolution accepting donation from Discover St. Louis Park for Jason West to attend the
Sports Events & Tourism Association (ETA) Symposium
Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution approving acceptance of a monetary
donation from Discover St. Louis Park in an amount not to exceed $2,000 for flight, hotel,
transportation and per diem related expenses for Jason West, parks and recreation director, to
attend the Sports Events & Tourism Association (ETA) in Portland, OR on April 22 – 25, 2024.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to accept the gift with restrictions on its use?
Summary: State statute requires city council’s acceptance of donations. This requirement is
necessary in order to make sure the city council has knowledge of any restrictions placed on the
use of each donation prior to it being expended.
Discover St. Louis Park is graciously donating up to $2,000 for flight, hotel, transportation and
per diem related expenses for Jason West, parks and recreation director, to attend the
upcoming 2024 Sports ETA Symposium held April 22 – 25, 2024 in Portland, OR. Mr. West
would attend this event to solicit larger sporting events to St. Louis Park. Mr. West has
attended this event for the past several years and made many connections with large event
organizers. National hockey, flag football and lacrosse tournaments have made an economic
impact on St. Louis Park of over $500,000 per year. The partnership between the city and
Discover St. Louis Park has proven to be extremely successful.
The city attorney has reviewed this matter. His opinion is that state law permits the payment
of such expenses by this organization, regardless of whether the funds come from primary or
secondary sources. It is treated as a gift to the city and needs to be a resolut ion adopted by
the city council determining that attendance at this event serves a public purpose and
accepting the gift. The resolution needs to be adopted before attendance at the conference.
Financial or budget considerations: This donation will be used toward the expenses incurred by
Jason West’s attendance at the 2024 Sports ETA Symposium held April 22 – 25, 2024 in
Portland, OR.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator
Reviewed by: Jason T. West, parks and recreation director
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5h) Page 2
Title: Resolution accepting donation from Discover St. Louis Park for Jason West to attend the Sports Events &
Tourism Association (ETA) Symposium
Resolution No. 24 - ____
Accepting donation from Discover St. Louis Park for expenses for
Jason West to attend the 2024 Sports Events & Tourism Association Symposium
in Portland, OR on April 22 – 25, 2024
Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park is required by State Statute to authorize acceptance
of any donations; and
Whereas, the city council must also ratify any restrictions placed on the donation by the
donor; and
Whereas, Discover St. Louis Park will compensate up to $2,000 in costs for the city's
parks and recreation director, Jason West, to attend the 2024 Sports Events & Tourism
Association (ETA) Symposium held April 22 – 25, 2024 in Portland, OR; and
Now therefore be it resolved, by the City Council of the City of St. Louis Park that the
gift is hereby accepted with thanks to Discover St. Louis Park with the understanding that it will
be used for airfare, hotel and transportation incurred by Jason West to attend the 2024 Sports
Event & Tourism Association (ETA) Symposium held April 22 – 25, 2024 in Portland, OR.
Reviewed for Administration Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5i
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving renewal of liquor licenses
Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution approving the renewal of liquor licenses for
the license term March 1, 2024, through Feb. 28, 2025.
Policy consideration: Do the applicants meet the requirements of the city and state for renewal
of their liquor licenses?
Summary: On Dec. 1, 2023, the city clerk’s office distributed materials to current liquor license
holders to renew their licenses for the term March 1, 2024, to Feb. 28, 2025. Renewal materials
include state and city renewal applications, certification of liability insurance, proof of workers
compensation insurance, CPA statements when required by code and license fees.
Establishments listed in Exhibit A of the attached resolution have met the criteria necessary for
renewal of their liquor license.
During the 2023-2024 licensing period, the following changes took place:
•MGM Wine & Spirits – closed
•Total Wine & More – new off-sale liquor license
•Ullsperger Brewing LLC – new on-sale brewer’s taproom license
Financial or budget considerations: Fees received for liquor license renewals are budgeted and
cover the costs of administering and enforcing liquor licensing regulations and requirements.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Resolution
Exhibit A – list of establishments and associated license fees
Prepared by: Amanda Scott-Lerdal, deputy city clerk
Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5i) Page 2
Title: Resolution approving renewal of liquor licenses
Discussion
Background: Liquor licensing is regulated by St. Louis Park City Code, Chapter 3 and abides by
state statutes related to liquor licensing. The licensing period for liquor is one year, beginning
March 1.
Renewal of licenses is done in accordance with the following sections of the city code:
City Code Sec. 3-64. Renewal application.
(a) Applications for the renewal of an existing liquor license shall be made at least 45 days
prior to the date of the expiration of the license and shall state that everything in the prior
application remains true and correct except as otherwise indicated on the renewal application.
(b) Renewal applications for an on-sale intoxicating liquor license for a restaurant shall
include a certified public accountant's statement showing total sales, food sales, liquor sales
and percentage of total sales of the restaurant for the previous year.
Review and regulations:
City code Sections 3-57 and 3-70 require on-sale intoxicating and on-sale wine licensees comply
with the food/liquor ratio requirements in place during the licensing period:
• On-sale intoxicating liquor license - must have a minimum of 50 percent of gross
receipts attributable to the sale of food.
• On-sale wine license - The holder of a wine license, who is also licensed to sell 3.2
percent malt liquor on-sale and whose gross receipts are at least 60 percent attributable
to the sale of food, may also sell intoxicating malt liquor at on-sale without an additional
license.
o Note: this is a statutory provision that only applies to those licensees who want
to maintain authorization to sell on-sale intoxicating malt liquor (strong beer) in
conjunction with their wine license. If the licensee does not want this
authorization, they need not comply.
As required in city code section 3-70, all property tax payments for licensed establishments are
current.
Staff Recommendation: The city clerk’s office reviews all application information and works
with the police department and the State of Minnesota to ensure that all licensees meet the
necessary criteria for renewal of their liquor license. All license renewals and applications listed
on Exhibit A of the resolution have met the requirements in city code and state law. Staff
recommend approval and issuance of the appropriate license to each establishment listed on
Exhibit A for the term of March 1, 2024, to Feb. 28, 2025.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5i) Page 3
Title: Resolution approving renewal of liquor licenses
Resolution No. 24-____
Approving renewal of liquor licenses
for the license period March 1, 2024, through February 28, 2025
Whereas, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 340A and St. Louis Park City Code Chapter 3
provide for liquor licensing in cooperation with the Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division
of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety; and
Whereas, no license may be issued or renewed if required criteria has not been met; and
Now therefore be it resolved by the St. Louis Park City Council that the applicants and
establishments listed in Exhibit A have met the criteria necessary for issuance of their
respective liquor licenses, and the applications are hereby approved for March 1, 2024, to
February 28, 2025.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5i) Page 4
Title: Resolution approving renewal of liquor licenses
Exhibit A
Establishment Name Address License Type Total Fee
AC St. Louis Park 5075 Wayzata Blvd. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Angel Food / FrioFrio 8100 Minnetonka Blvd. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill &
Bar
8312 Highway 7 on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Bunny's Bar & Grill 5916 Excelsior Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Copperwing Distillery 6409 Cambridge Street Cocktail room on-sale and micro
distillery off-sale
$800.00
Costco Wholesale #377 5801 W 16th St off-sale $380.00
Courtyard Minneapolis West 9980 Wayzata Blvd. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Crave 1603 West End Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Cub Foods 5370 16th Street W off-sale 3.2 $200.00
Cub Foods Knollwood 3620 Texas Ave S off-sale 3.2 $200.00
Cub Liquor 5370 16th Street W off-sale $380.00
Dancing Ganesha 8124 Hwy. 7 on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
DoubleTree Minneapolis Park Place 1500 Park Place Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Frank Lundberg American Legion
Post 282
6509 Walker St. on-sale intoxicating club & Sunday sale $700.00
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market 4840 Excelsior Blvd., Suite A off-sale 3.2 $200.00
Fresh Thyme Liquor 4840 Excelsior Blvd., Suite B off-sale $380.00
Hazelwood Food and Drink - St.
Louis Park
4450 Excelsior Blvd. #120 on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Homewood Suites 5305 Wayzata Blvd 3.2 on-sale & on-sale Sunday $750.00
Hope Breakfast Bar 5377 West 16th Street on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Life Café 5525 Cedar Lake Road on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Liquor Boy 5620 Cedar Lake Rd off-sale $380.00
Lunds & Byerlys St. Louis Park 3777 Park Ctr Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Lunds & Byerlys Wines & Spirits 3785 Park Ctr Blvd off-sale $380.00
Marriott Minneapolis West 9960 Wayzata Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
McCoy's Public House 3801 Grand Way on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Mill Valley Kitchen 3906 Excelsior Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Minneapolis Golf Club 2001 Flag Ave S on-sale intoxicating club & Sunday sale $700.00
Park Tavern Lounge & Lanes 3401 Louisiana Ave S on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Parkway Pizza 6325 Minnetonka Blvd. on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Punch Bowl Social 1691 Park Place Blvd. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Raku Sushi & Lounge 5371 16th St W. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
REM5 Virtual Reality Laboratory 4950 35th St. W. on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Revival 8028 Minnetonka Blvd. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Rojo Mexican Grill 1602 West End Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Sato Fusion 4224 Minnetonka Blvd. on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Showplace 14 #8863 1625 West End Blvd. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
St. Louis Park Liquor 6316 Minnetonka Blvd off-sale $380.00
Steel Toe Brewing 4848 35th Street W. brewer off-sale; taproom on-sale &
Sunday sale
$1,000.00
Target Store T-2189 8900 Highway 7 off-sale $380.00
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5i) Page 5
Title: Resolution approving renewal of liquor licenses
Taste of India 5617 Wayzata Blvd on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Texas-Tonka Liquor 8242 Minnetonka Blvd off-sale $380.00
Texa-Tonka Lanes 8200 Minnetonka Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
TGI Friday's 5875 Wayzata Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
The Block Restaurant 7007 Walker St. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
The Dampfwerk Distillery Co. 6311 Cambridge St. Micro distillery off-sale; cocktail room
on-sale & Sunday sale
$1,000.00
The Local - West End 1607 Park Place Blvd on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Top Ten Liquors 5111 Excelsior Blvd off-sale $380.00
Total Wine & More 8100 MN-7 off-sale $380.00
Trader Joe's #710 4500 Excelsior Blvd off-sale $380.00
Ullsperger Brewing, LLC 2314 Louisiana Avenue S. on-sale brewer’s taproom $600.00
Westside Wine & Spirits 8016 Minnetonka Blvd. off-sale $380.00
Westwood Liquors 2304 Louisiana Ave S off-sale $380.00
Wok in the Park 3005 Utah Ave South on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Yangtze River Restaurant 5625 Wayzata Blvd on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Yard House #8354 1665 Park Place Blvd. on-sale intoxicating & Sunday sale $8,950.00
Yum! Kitchen and Bakery 4000 Minnetonka Blvd. on-sale wine & 3.2 $2,750.00
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5j
Executive summary
Title: Approve bid for Lamplighter Pond maintenance project (4022 -4001) – Ward 4
Recommended action: Motion to designate Shoreline Landscaping & Contracting the lowest
responsible bidder and authorize execution of a contract with the firm in the amount of
$195,128.65 for Lamplighter Pond maintenance – project no. 4022-4001.
Policy consideration: None
Summary: Bids were received on Dec. 28, 2023, for the removal of 5,530 cubic yards of
accumulated sediment from within the pond, the replacement of a small retaining wall, and
vegetation restoration. The Lamplighter Pond maintenance project is needed to maintain the
stormwater storage capacity and water quality improvement capabilities of the pond, which is
located within the Twin Lakes watershed.
Eight (8) bids were received for this project. A summary of the bid results is as follows:
Contractor Bid amount
Shoreline Landscaping & Contracting $195,128.65
New Look Contracting, Inc. $265,296.00
Valdes Lawn Care & Snow Removal $268,714.85
Rachel Contracting, LLC $297,156.69
Minger Construction Company Inc. $338,185.50
Veit & Company, Inc. $342,398.00
Meyer Contracting, Inc. $417,407.41
US Site Works, Inc. $551,387.40
Engineer's Estimate $291,859.00
Shoreline Landscaping & Contracting submitted the lowest responsible bid. This contractor has
completed this type and size of work successfully for the Ramsey-Washington Metro
Watershed District, Washington Conservation District, and the Chisago County Soi l and Water
Conservation District. Staff recommends that a contract be awarded to the firm in the amount
of $195,128.65.
Financial or budget considerations: This project was included in the city's Capital Improvement
Plan (CIP) for 2024, with an estimated overall cost of $291,859. Funding will be provided by the
stormwater utility.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in
environmental stewardship.
Supporting documents: Discussion
2024 Overall financial summary
Prepared by: Erick Francis, water resources manager
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director; Phillip Elkin, engineering services manager
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5j) Page 2
Title: Approve bid for Lamplighter Pond maintenance project (4022-4001) – Ward 4
Discussion
Background: Bids were received on Dec. 28, 2023, for the Lamplighter Pond maintenance
project. The Lamplighter Pond maintenance project is needed to maintain the stormwater
storage capacity and water quality improvement capabilities of the pond, which is located
within the Twin Lakes watershed.
An advertisement for bids was published in the St. Louis Park Sun Sailor on Dec. 7, 2023, and
Dec. 14, 2023. In addition, plans and specifications were available for viewing at City Hall and
electronically via the internet on the city's OneOffice website. Information regarding this
bidding opportunity was shared with three minority associations and 35 Disadvantaged
Business Enterprises (DBE) contractors. Twenty-four contractors/vendors downloaded plan
sets, of which three were DBE companies.
Project description: Lamplighter Pond was significantly expanded in the early 2000s to restore
the pond to its function as a stormwater holding basin and improve its aesthetics. In addition,
the project also provided flood protection to adjacent homes that experienced flooding after
heavy storms.
Lamplighter Pond has been functioning well since it was expanded, but in the last few years,
sediment deltas became observable in a few areas of the pond, and it was determined that
further investigation was necessary to calculate sediment volume for removal. Routine and
long-term maintenance of stormwater ponds is essential to continue to effectively remove
pollutants and to maintain storage for stormwater runoff.
The city performed a bathometric survey, which recorded pond edge and pond depths to
estimate the underwater contours by using a grid pattern with an approximate cross-section
spacing of about 50 feet. The survey determined the volume of accumulated sediment within
the pond. In addition, the storm sewer outfalls and retaining walls were also inspected. It was
determined that about 7,100 cubic yards of sediment has accumulated over the last 20 years,
and the pond's overall volume is about 40,000 cubic yards.
Most of the accumulated sediment, 5,530 cubic yards, has settled in the four corners of the
pond, which are located adjacent to the pond outfalls. Access into the pond at these locations is
relatively easy for sediment removal and will have limited impacts on the pond and the
surrounding habitat. To efficiently remove the accumulated sediment, the water levels will
need to be drawn down about two feet. The remaining 1,570 cubic yards of sediment have
been distributed throughout the rest of the pond bottom. To remove any additional sediment,
the pond would require a complete drawdown of the water levels and to scrape a thin layer of
sediment ranging from half of a foot to a foot of material from the bottom of the pond. This
additional sediment removal would be difficult to complete due to the size of th e pond, would
add considerable costs to the project, and would have a significant impact on the pond and the
surrounding habitat for a relatively small amount of sediment and is not recommended.
There is also a small retaining wall in the southeast corner of the pond, surrounding the existing
lift station, which needs replacement. Otherwise, the overall pond is in good condition.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5j) Page 3
Title: Approve bid for Lamplighter Pond maintenance project (4022-4001) – Ward 4
Funding details: Based on the low bid received, cost and funding details for the project are as
follows:
CIP estimate Low bid
Construction cost $190,800.00 $195,128.65
Engineering $53,000.00 $44,449.00
Base bid total $243,800.00 $239,577.65
Funding sources
Stormwater utility $243,800.00 $239,577.65
Base bid total $243,800.00 $239,577.65
Due to the nature of construction projects, unexpected costs do come up. To address this, past
practice has been to show a contingency for the project. What follows is a table that shows this
contingency and how this would affect the project costs.
Low Bid
Contingency
(5%) Engineering Total
Stormwater utility $195,128.65 $9,756.43 $44,449.00 $249,334.08
Attached is the overall financial summary for the transportation and maintenance projects
included in the 2024 CIP. As each project is brought to the council for final approval and for bid
award, this summary will be updated to reflect the bids received. Final numbers will depend on
bids received.
Next steps: All work required under this contract shall be completed by April 1, 2024.
Overall financial summary
2024 Budget
Cedar Lake/
Louisiana Ave
Phase 1
Concrete
replacement
Pavement
management
(Area 2)
Alley
construction
Lamplighter
Pond
maintenance
Parking lot
maintenance
MSC
4023-1100 4024-0003 4024-1000 4024-1500 4022-4001 4024-1600
- - - - - - -
GO Bonds-New sidewalk construction 825,000 - - 825,000 - - -
Pavement management fund 4,235,490 - 120,950 3,396,000 293,800 - 424,740
Municipal State Aid 3,800,530 3,800,530 - - - - -
Sanitary sewer 345,000 - - 345,000 - - -
Stormwater 1,237,420 81,470 120,950 633,000 158,200 243,800 -
Water 4,290,735 1,218,735 - 3,072,000 - - -
Operations budget 145,000 - 145,000 - - - -
State appropriation 2,000,000 2,000,000 - - - - -
Federal funds 3,941,333 3,941,333 - - - - -
- - - - - - -
Total funding 20,820,508 11,042,068 386,900 8,271,000 452,000 243,800 424,740
Table 1: 2024 Transportation and maintence projects funding -CIP
2024 Budget
Cedar Lake/
Louisiana Ave
Phase 1
Concrete
replacement
Pavement
management
(Area 2)
Alley
construction
Lamplighter
Pond
maintenance
Parking lot
maintenance
MSC
2024 CIP
projects total
to date
4023-1100 4024-0003 4024-1000 4024-1500 4022-4001 4024-1600
- - - - - - - -
GO Bonds-New sidewalk construction 825,000 - - 824,102 - - - 824,102
Pavement management fund 4,235,490 - - 3,393,072 321,593 - - 3,714,665
Municipal State Aid 3,800,530 - - - - - - -
Sanitary sewer 345,000 - - 341,499 - - - 341,499
Stormwater 1,237,420 - - 630,698 173,166 239,578 - 1,043,441
Water 4,290,735 - - 3,070,924 - - - 3,070,924
Operations budget 145,000 - - - - - - -
State appropriation 2,000,000 - - - - - - -
Federal funds 3,941,333 - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - -
Total funding 20,820,508 - - 8,260,295 494,759 239,578 - 8,994,632
Engineer's
Estimate
Engineer's
Estimate Award Bid
Table 2: 2024 Transportation and maintence projects funding - actual
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5j)
Title: Approve bid for Lamplighter Pond maintenance project (4022-4001) - Ward 4 Page 4
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Consent agenda item: 5k
Executive summary
Title: Resolution approving $5,225 donations to parks and recreation department
Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution accepting donations to Westwood Hills
Nature Center.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to accept these donations with restrictions on
their use?
Summary: State statute requires the city council to formally accept donations. This requirement
is necessary to make sure the city council has knowledge of any restrictions placed on the use
of each donation prior to it being expended.
• Donations for park enhancements or program needs at Westwood Hills Nature Center .
o Bill and Claudia Engeland, $500
o Luann Kotnik, $100
• Donation for permanent educational art at Westwood Hills Nature Center.
o Pat and George Foulkes, $4,500
• Donations for raptor care at Westwood Hills Nature Center honoring Rod Harris.
o Phillip and Susan Tange, $25
o Elizabeth and Robert Timm, $50
o Jennifer Samaha, $50
Financial or budget considerations: These donations will be used for park enhancements or
program needs, permanent educational art and for raptor care at Westwood Hills Nature
Center.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build
social capital through community engagement.
Supporting documents: Resolution
Prepared by: Carrie Mandler, secretary program aide
Reviewed by: Mark Oestreich, Westwood Hills Nature Center manager
Jason T. West, parks and recreation director
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 5k) Page 2
Title: Resolution approving $5,225 donations to parks and recreation department
Resolution No. 24 - ___
Accepting donations totaling $5,225
for Westwood Hills Nature Center
Whereas the City of St. Louis Park is required by state statute to authorize acceptance of
any donations; and
Whereas the city council must also approve any restrictions placed on the donation by the
donor; and
Whereas, Bill and Claudia Engeland donated $500, and Luann Kotnik donated $100, for
park enhancements or program needs; Pat and George Foulkes donated $4,500 for permanent
educational art; Philip and Susan Tange donated $25, Elizabeth and Robert Timm donated $50,
and Jennifer Samaha donated $50, all for raptor care in honor of Rod Harris.
Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park that these
donations are hereby accepted with thanks to Bill and Claudia Engeland and Luann Kotnik with
the understanding that their gifts must be used for park enhancements or program needs at
Westwood Hills Nature Center; to Pat and George Foulkes with the understanding that their gift
must be used for permanent educational art at Westwood Hills Nature Center; to Philip and
Susan Tange, Elizabeth and Robert Timm and Jennifer Samaha wi th the understanding that
their gifts must be used for raptor care at Westwood Hills Nature Center.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council January 16, 2024
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Public hearing: 6a
Executive summary
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)
Recommended action: Mayor to open public hearing, take public testimony, and close public
hearing. The council will be asked to act on this project at its Feb. 5 meeting.
Policy consideration: Does the city council wish to pursue the pavement rehabilitation, utility
improvements, sidewalk installation and impervious reductions recommended as a part of this
project?
Summary: The annual Pavement Management project rehabilitates several miles of local
residential streets. In 2024, the streets to be rehabilitated are in Pavement Management Area 2
(Minikahda Vista and Browndale neighborhoods). Street rehabilitation work consists of
replacing the existing bituminous pavement and concrete curb and gutter as needed. Other
work includes sidewalk repairs, sewer repairs and watermain replacement.
In addition to reconstructing existing infrastructure, new sidewalk segments and traffic
management elements are being recommended as part of this project.
Financial or budget considerations: This project is included in the city's 2024 capital
improvement plan (CIP) and will be paid for using franchise fees, utility funds, and general
obligation bonds (sidewalk). The total cost estimate for the project is $8,260,295.27. Additional
information on the breakdown of the funding can be found later in this report.
Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a variety of options for
people to make their way around the city comfortably, safely and reliably.
Supporting documents: Discussion
Attachment #1 – Sidewalk feasibility report
Attachment #2 – Exhibit A – Staff recommendation map
Attachment #3 – Exhibit B – Sidewalk segment matrix
Attachment #4 – Exhibit C – Recommended sidewalk network
Attachment #5 – Overall 2024 financial summary
Jan. 2, 2024 study session report
Prepared by: Aaron Wiesen, project engineer
Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a) Page 2
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)
Discussion
Background: This year's project will be performed in Area 2 of the city's eight pavement
management areas. It includes work in the Minikahda Vista and Browndale neighborhoods.
Information regarding this project was shared with the city council in a written report at the
Jan. 2 study session. The study session report, which includes recommendations for the
elements to include in this project, is attached. A summary of the information in the report:
• Description of the project scope
• Sidewalk segment matrix and recommendations
• Street width recommendations
• Traffic management modifications
• Permit parking
No additional feedback has been received from residents since the study session report.
Financial or budget considerations: The following table outlines the estimated project cost and
anticipated funding sources for this project. Overall, the engineer's estimate is lower than CIP.
CIP Engineer's Estimate
Construction cost $7,191,000.00 $7,182,865.45
Engineering and administration $1,080,000.00 $1,077,429.82
Total $8,271,000.00 $8,260,295.27
Funding Sources
Pavement management $3,396,000.00 $3,393,071.61
Water $3,072,000.00 $3,070,924.41
Stormwater $633,000.00 $630,697.95
Sanitary sewer $345,000.00 $341,499.40
General obligation bonds (sidewalks) $825,000.00 $824,101.90
Total $8,271,000.00 $8,260,295.27
Overall financial summary: Attached is the overall financial summary for the transportation
and maintenance projects included in the 2024 CIP. As each project is brought to the council for
final approval and for bid award, this summary will be updated to reflect the bids received.
Final numbers will depend on bids received.
Next steps: The proposed schedule for the project to facilitate construction completion in 2024.
Council public hearing Jan. 16, 2024
Council project approval Feb. 5, 2024
Council awards construction bids March 2024
Construction May to November 2024
Attachment #1 - Sidewalk Feasibility Review
Pavement Management Area 2,
Minikahda Vista and Browndale neighborhoods
Project no. 4024-1000
Introduction: The engineering department has completed the design of the 2024 Pavement
Management Project. This project includes rehabilitation of several miles of local residential
streets in the Minikahda Vista and Browndale neighborhoods. As part of the project
development, sidewalks identified in the city’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) have been
evaluated for inclusion into the project.
The following feasibility review focuses on the sidewalks identified to be constructed as a part
of this project. The sidewalk segments evaluated, and staff recommendations are shown in
exhibit A.
Feasibility review: The process includes using the following criteria to determine return on
investment (ROI).
1. Scope
Understanding the scope of the project is key for putting together the impacts and costs.
This report is a feasibility review for proposed sidewalks. These sidewalk segments are
associated with the 2024 Pavement Management project, which provides greater design
flexibility, is cost-effective and limits impacts to residents to one construction season.
2. Data
Before beginning design, staff collected data to help make design recommendations. Table
1 below is a summary of this information. Exhibit A and B contain specific information for
each sidewalk segment broken out block by block.
Table 1
Traffic Volumes 50 to 600 vehicles/day
Traffic Speeds
(85th percentile)
14 to 26 mph
Existing right of way 38 to 60 feet
Space between curb and
right of way
The available space in the right of way for sidewalk
varies from street to street and even between each side
of the street on a block. Staff found this distance varied
from 8.5 feet to 30 feet for the recommended sidewalk
segments.
Existing sidewalk There are streets with existing sidewalks on one or both
sides of the streets. This includes streets with gaps in the
sidewalk system. Some blocks have no sidewalks on
either side.
Trees There are approximately 77 trees in the boulevard on
the recommended sidewalk segments.
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Topography of boulevard While generally flat, there are areas where additional
grading is needed to construct the sidewalk.
Driveways The number of driveways varies from 0 to 15 driveways
for each sidewalk segment. Of all the driveways, there is
only one driveway where the slope is steep. This will
require removing additional driveway pavement on
private property to construct a complaint sidewalk and
driveway. The driveway lengths are adequate on the
recommended sidewalk segments to construct a
compliant sidewalk.
Utilities in right of way There are power poles and fiber handholes. Other
utilities that could be observed are gas and
communications lines.
Drainage There is adequate drainage throughout the
neighborhood.
Destinations Schools, places of worship, transit, commercial
buildings, and parks. See exhibit C for specific
destinations within this neighborhood.
3. Design
The type of facility will guide the base design. The standard design for a sidewalk is a 6-foot-
wide concrete sidewalk with a 5-foot-wide grass boulevard for community sidewalks. The
width of the concrete sidewalk is reduced to 5 feet for neighborhood sidewalks. The extra
foot of concrete on the community sidewalks assists the city with snow removal due to the
width of their equipment. This typical design is applied to the corridor and adjustments are
made, where possible, to minimize impacts. For this project, the adjustments result in the
boulevard varying from 0 to 10 feet to protect existing trees.
4. Impacts and cost
The design results in impacts. These include physical impacts to the environment, private
and public property. There are also financial considerations, including cost, operation,
maintenance, and general levy. Below is a summary of this information. Exhibit B contains
specific information for each sidewalk segment broken out block by block.
Table 2
Physical impacts - environmental
Tree removal Out of the 77 boulevard trees, 37 trees will be removed to
build the recommended sidewalk. When evaluating the
sidewalk network and making individual segment
recommendations, staff placed a priority on saving mature,
higher-value trees.
To support our urban forest, trees removed will be replaced
based on size (caliper inch). Four hundred fifty-nine (459)
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caliper inches of trees will be planted to replace the trees
removed.
Impervious change The sidewalk is designed to drain into the grass boulevard
and infiltrate into the ground. As a result, in most areas,
there is no increase to the impervious directly connected to
the storm sewer system due to sidewalk construction.
On Vernon Avenue, between the dead end and Utica
Avenue, there is no grass boulevard for approximately 90
feet of new sidewalk due to limited right of way.
Physical impacts - private
Parking changes There are no on-street parking changes due to
recommended sidewalks.
Right of way acquisition There are no right of way acquisition needs due to
recommended sidewalks.
Fences There are no impacts to fences due to recommended
sidewalks.
Landscaping There will be impacts to ten private landscaping areas due to
recommended sidewalks. Staff will work with residents on
impacts limits and timing to salvage landscaping as
necessary.
Private utility relocations There is one power pole and three communication hand
holes that will need to be relocated due to the
recommended sidewalks. Staff will work with private utility
companies on relocations.
Physical impacts - public
Street modifications:
lane width reduction,
change of number of lanes,
or street widths
On all new sidewalks, there is no need to change the street
width to minimize impacts for sidewalk construction.
Note, there are street width reductions due to watermain
construction and street right-sizing; these are recommended
regardless of sidewalk construction.
Retaining walls needed There are no locations where an existing retaining wall will
need to be removed and reconstructed for the
recommended sidewalk.
Social capital
• Neighborhood
reception/ acceptance
• Community reception/
acceptance
• Public input
The public input received for each sidewalk segment and
sidewalks in general can be found in attachment #3. Most of
this feedback is from neighborhood residents.
Financial
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Cost The cost to design and build the recommended sidewalks is
$824,102
Budget vs. estimated costs The city’s CIP includes $825,000 for new sidewalk
construction.
Operations and
maintenance costs
The additional operations and maintenance costs are
planned for in the budget.
General levy The estimated cost is within the budget for this project. As a
result, general levy impacts have already been factored into
council budget discussions.
5. Returns
The returns of a project are quantified in the destinations connected, the population
served, the removal of barriers to non-vehicle travel and the improvements to safety.
Destinations connected: Exhibit C shows the important destinations within and adjacent to
the neighborhood that these sidewalks will connect.
Population served: The recommended sidewalk network serves the population shown in
Table 3.
Table 3: Population served (within 0.25 mile)
Number of residents within 0.25 mile 7,014
Age
Under 18 years 17%
18 - 39 years 38%
40 - 64 years 28%
65 and up 17%
Race
White 88%
BIPOC 12%
Gender
Male 47%
Female 53%
Barriers overcome: Many of the street segments in this neighborhood do not have
sidewalks on either side of the road or have missing gaps in the existing sidewalk network.
Installing the recommended sidewalks will remove these barriers.
Safety: In this neighborhood, there are multiple destinations, including schools, places of
worship, transit, commercial buildings, and city parks. There are varying traffic volumes on
the streets in the neighborhood. Building a dedicated pedestrian network on at least one
side of the road in the neighborhood will create a safe space for pedestrians.
6. Return on investment (ROI)
At past study sessions, the council discussed the importance of determining the cost-
effectiveness and return on investment (ROI) the recommended sidewalk network provides
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to the city. Staff evaluated the impacts, costs, and returns for the recommended sidewalks
to develop a ROI for this project.
Staff refined the design of the recommended sidewalks to minimize the overall impact to
the neighborhood. These impacts are typical for this type of project and the costs are within
the CIP budget.
The installation of the recommended sidewalks is consistent with the city’s goal of more
livable neighborhoods that provide convenient and safe ways to use low -carbon and no-
carbon travel methods.
Additionally, the installation of the recommended sidewalks is consistent with the city’s
strategic priorities to “be committed to providing a variety of options for people to make
their way around the city, comfortably, safely, and reliably.” The expanded network of
sidewalks removes barriers by filling in sidewalk gaps and creates connections to the
destinations in the Minikahda Vista and Browndale neighborhoods and beyond.
The resulting network created by the addition of these sidewalk segments removes barriers to
walking, creates a connected sidewalk network and is consistent with the vision for the
community. For these reasons, the recommended sidewalks create a positive return on
investment for the Minikahda Vista and Browndale neighborhoods and the community.
Attachments:
Exhibit A: Staff recommendation map
Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Exhibit C: Recommended sidewalk network: Destinations connected
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EXHIBIT A - 2024 Pavement Management Project
Staff Recommendations
Legend
Street rehabilitation
Street rehabilitation and water replacement
Sidewalk- Staff recommended
Sidewalk- Not recommended
Existing sidewalk
Existing trail
Updated 1/3/2024
Street width changes- Staff recommendedXX' to XX'30' to 28'30' to 28'30' to 28'30' to 28'30' to 28'30' to 28'30' to 28'30' to 28'30' to 28'
Curb Extensions-
Staff recommended
Curb Modifications-
Staff recommended
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #1
Vernon Avenue - east side
(Dead end to alley)
Data:
Traffic volumes NA
85th percentile speed NA
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 38
Distance from back of curb to ROW 11 feet
Proposed boulevard width 0 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 329 feet (32%) (*combined with sidewalk #2)
Existing sidewalk length 690 feet (68%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 2 trees
Trees removed None
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 2 resident properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping None
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $10,968
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $152.33 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a gap
in the existing sidewalk network. The
proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from Wooddale Avenue
to the Browndale neighborhood and to the
pedestrian bridge crossing Highway 100 to the
Brookside neighborhood.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #2
Vernon Avenue – east/south side
(5001 Excelsior Blvd to Wooddale Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes NA
85th percentile speed NA
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 42 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 8.5 feet
Proposed boulevard width 0 to 5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 329 feet (32%) (*combined with sidewalk #1)
Existing sidewalk length 690 feet (68%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 6 trees
Trees removed 5 trees (48 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 2 business properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping None
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $33,605
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $130.76 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a gap
in the existing sidewalk network. The
proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from Wooddale Avenue
to the Browndale neighborhood and to the
pedestrian bridge crossing Highway 100 to the
Brookside neighborhood.
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #3
Salem Avenue - west side
(Morningside Road to 253 feet north)
Data:
Traffic volumes 268
85th percentile speed 20 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 14 feet
Proposed boulevard width 5 to 7 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 387 feet (58%) (*combined with sidewalk #4)
Existing sidewalk length 277 feet (42%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 1 tree
Trees removed 1 tree (16 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 3 resident properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) 1 steep driveway
Landscaping 1 property with landscape impacts, 1 paver
driveway
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $36,410
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $143.91 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a gap
in the existing sidewalk network. The
proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from Morningside Road
to 41st Street.
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #4
Salem Avenue - west side
(42nd Street to 134 feet south)
Data:
Traffic volumes 268
85th percentile speed 20 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 13.5 feet
Proposed boulevard width 5 to 7 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 387 feet (58%) (*combined with sidewalk #3)
Existing sidewalk length 277 feet (42%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 3 trees
Trees removed 1 tree (22 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 2 resident properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping None
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $14,644
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $109.29 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a gap
in the existing sidewalk network. The
proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from Morningside Road
to 41st Street.
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #5
Browndale Avenue - west side
(Morningside Road to 42nd Street)
Data:
Traffic volumes 153
85th percentile speed 16 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 12.5 to 14 feet
Proposed boulevard width 4 to 7.5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 665 feet (100%)
Existing sidewalk length 0 feet (0%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 5 trees
Trees removed 2 trees (12 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 12 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping 3 properties with landscaping impacts, 1
property with paver driveway
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations 1 private handhole need relocating
Financial:
Construction cost $100,653
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $151.36 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from Morningside Road
to Wooddale Avenue.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #6
Browndale Avenue - west side
(42nd Street to Wooddale Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes 575
85th percentile speed 24 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 11.5 to 12 feet
Proposed boulevard width 2 to 6 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 422 feet (100%)
Existing sidewalk length 0 feet (0%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 5 trees
Trees removed None
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 9 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping Paver outwalks
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations 1 private handhole need relocating
Financial:
Construction cost $53,573
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $126.95 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from Morningside Road
to Wooddale Avenue.
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #7
Princeton Avenue - west side
(40th Street to Vallacher Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes 52
85th percentile speed 21 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 16.75 to 18 feet
Proposed boulevard width 5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 319 feet (93%)
Existing sidewalk length 25 feet (7%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 3 trees
Trees removed 3 trees (20 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 4 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping None
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $35,845
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $112.37 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from 40th Street to
Excelsior Boulevard.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 15
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #8
Natchez Avenue - east side
(40th Street to 115 feet north of 40th Street)
Data:
Traffic volumes 278
85th percentile speed 21 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 11 feet
Proposed boulevard width 5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 115 feet (32%)
Existing sidewalk length 248 feet (68%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 4 trees
Trees removed 3 trees (41 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 2 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping 1 property with landscaping impacts, paver
outwalk
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $13,567
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $117.98 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a gap
in the existing sidewalk network. The
proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from 40th Street to 39th
Street.
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Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 16
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #9
Vallacher Avenue – north side
(Princeton Avenue to Natchez Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes 196
85th percentile speed 21 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 14 feet
Proposed boulevard width 8.5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 717 feet (100 %)
Existing sidewalk length 0 feet (0%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 13 trees
Trees removed 6 trees (79 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 13 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping 3 properties with landscaping impacts, 1 paver
driveway, 1 paver outwalk
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $98,414
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $137.26 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? No
Recommendation based on Staff evaluated sidewalks on both sides of
Vallacher Avenue. Staff recommends the
sidewalk by installed on the south side of
Vallacher Avenue as there is an existing
sidewalk on the south side of Vallacher
Avenue on the blocks to the east and west.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 17
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #10
Vallacher Avenue – south side
(Princeton Avenue to Natchez Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes 196
85th percentile speed 21 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 14.5 feet
Proposed boulevard width 5 to 10 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 633 feet (100 %)
Existing sidewalk length 0 feet (0%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 10 trees
Trees removed 1 tree (6 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 13 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping 1 property with landscaping impacts
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations 1 private handhole
Financial:
Construction cost $98,343
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $155.36 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on Staff evaluated sidewalks on both sides of
Vallacher Avenue. Staff recommends the
sidewalk by installed on the south side of
Vallacher Avenue as there is an existing
sidewalk on the south side of Vallacher
Avenue on the blocks to the east and west.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 18
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #11
Vallacher Avenue – north side
(Natchez Avenue to Lynn Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes 98
85th percentile speed 19 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 12 feet
Proposed boulevard width 5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 90 feet (12%)
Existing sidewalk length 642 feet (88%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 6 trees
Trees removed 6 trees (22 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 2 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping None
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $12,332
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $137.03 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a gap
in the existing sidewalk network.
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Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 19
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #12
Vallacher Avenue – south side
(Natchez Avenue to Lynn Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes 98
85th percentile speed 19 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 15 feet
Proposed boulevard width 5.5 to 8.5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 312 feet (45%)
Existing sidewalk length 389 feet (55%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 4 trees
Trees removed None
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 5 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping 1 property with landscape impacts
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $44,287
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $141.95 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would complete a gap
in the existing sidewalk network. The
proposed sidewalk would complete a
continuous sidewalk from Quentin Avenue to
Lynn Avenue on the south side of Vallacher
Avenue.
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Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 20
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #13
Inglewood Avenue – east side
(city limits to 39th Street)
Data:
Traffic volumes 251
85th percentile speed 26 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 12.5 to 14.5 feet
Proposed boulevard width 4 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 6 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 633 feet (100%)
Existing sidewalk length 0 feet (0%)
Snow removal responsibility Community sidewalk (city)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 13 trees
Trees removed 3 trees (22 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 1 city park
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping None
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $59,149
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $93.44 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would connect to the
sidewalk in the City of Edina and connect to
the city park and existing neighborhood
sidewalk.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #14
Kipling Avenue – west side
(Excelsior Boulevard to 36 ½ Street)
Data:
Traffic volumes 364
85th percentile speed 21 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 10 to 12 feet
Proposed boulevard width 2.5 to 4 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 490 feet (100%)
Existing sidewalk length 0 feet (0%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 3 trees
Trees removed 2 trees (30 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 7 residential properties, 2 business properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping None
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $65,610
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $133.90 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would provide a
sidewalk connection from sidewalks on 36 ½
Street to Excelsior Boulevard.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 22
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #15
Lynn Avenue – east side
(36 ½ Street to 36th Street)
Data:
Traffic volumes 76
85th percentile speed 14 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 50 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 12 feet
Proposed boulevard width 4 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 298 feet (100%)
Existing sidewalk length 0 feet (0%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 3 trees
Trees removed 2 trees (18 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 5 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) 1 driveway is steep and would become un-
useable if sidewalk installed
Landscaping None
Retaining walls 1 existing retaining wall would need to be
removed and replaced
Private utility relocations None
Financial:
Construction cost $36,273
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $121.72 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? No
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would impact the
existing driveway grade and make the
driveway unusable.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
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Exhibit B: Sidewalk segment matrix
Segment #16
36th Street – north side
(Dead end to Huntington Avenue)
Data:
Traffic volumes 228
85th percentile speed 26 mph
Design:
Right of way (ROW width) 60 feet
Distance from back of curb to ROW 9 to 30 feet
Proposed boulevard width 2 to 3.5 feet
Proposed concrete sidewalk width 5 feet
Proposed sidewalk length 1272 feet (83%)
Existing sidewalk length 257 feet (17%)
Snow removal responsibility Neighborhood sidewalk (Property Owner)
Impacts:
Trees in boulevard 12 trees
Trees removed 10 trees (220 total caliper inches)
Properties adjacent to proposed sidewalk 21 residential properties
Driveway impacts (slope, length, etc.) None
Landscaping 3 properties with landscape impacts
Retaining walls None
Private utility relocations Power pole relocation
Financial:
Construction cost $138,185
Cost per liner foot of new sidewalk $108.64 / LF
Staff recommendations:
Build in 2024? Yes
Recommendation based on The proposed sidewalk would provide a
sidewalk connection to the trails of Bass Lake
Preserve.
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 24
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Overall financial summary
2024 Budget
Cedar Lake/
Louisiana Ave
Phase 1
Concrete
replacement
Pavement
management
(Area 2)
Alley
construction
Lamplighter
Pond
maintenance
Parking lot
maintenance
MSC
4023-1100 4024-0003 4024-1000 4024-1500 4022-4001 4024-1600
- - - - - - -
GO Bonds-New sidewalk construction 825,000 - - 825,000 - - -
Pavement management fund 4,235,490 - 120,950 3,396,000 293,800 - 424,740
Municipal State Aid 3,800,530 3,800,530 - - - - -
Sanitary sewer 345,000 - - 345,000 - - -
Stormwater 1,237,420 81,470 120,950 633,000 158,200 243,800 -
Water 4,290,735 1,218,735 - 3,072,000 - - -
Operations budget 145,000 - 145,000 - - - -
State appropriation 2,000,000 2,000,000 - - - - -
Federal funds 3,941,333 3,941,333 - - - - -
- - - - - - -
Total funding 20,820,508 11,042,068 386,900 8,271,000 452,000 243,800 424,740
Table 1: 2024 Transportation and maintence projects funding -CIP
2024 Budget
Cedar Lake/
Louisiana Ave
Phase 1
Concrete
replacement
Pavement
management
(Area 2)
Alley
construction
Lamplighter
Pond
maintenance
Parking lot
maintenance
MSC
2024 CIP
projects total
to date
4023-1100 4024-0003 4024-1000 4024-1500 4022-4001 4024-1600
- - - - - - - -
GO Bonds-New sidewalk construction 825,000 - - 824,102 - - - 824,102
Pavement management fund 4,235,490 - - 3,393,072 321,593 - - 3,714,665
Municipal State Aid 3,800,530 - - - - - - -
Sanitary sewer 345,000 - - 341,499 - - - 341,499
Stormwater 1,237,420 - - 630,698 173,166 239,578 - 1,043,441
Water 4,290,735 - - 3,070,924 - - - 3,070,924
Operations budget 145,000 - - - - - - -
State appropriation 2,000,000 - - - - - - -
Federal funds 3,941,333 - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - -
Total funding 20,820,508 - - 8,260,295 494,759 239,578 - 8,994,632
Engineer's
Estimate
Engineer's
Estimate Award Bid
Table 2: 2024 Transportation and maintence projects funding - actual
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 6a)
Title: Public hearing for 2024 Pavement Management Project (4024-1000)Page 26
Meeting: City council
Meeting date: January 16, 2024
Action agenda item: 7a
Executive summary
Title: First reading of ordinance amending city code chapter 3 related to alcoholic beverages
Recommended action: Motion to approve first reading of ordinance amending city code
chapter 3 and schedule second reading on February 5, 2024.
Policy considerations:
• Does the city council want to amend the city code to allow restaurants at taprooms and
cocktail rooms?
• Does the city council want to amend the city code to require that at least 40 % of the gross
receipts of an establishment holding an on-sale intoxicating liquor license be attributable to
the sale of food?
Summary: Chapter 3 of the city code governs the sale and service of alcohol in the city,
including licensing requirements. Amendments to chapter 3 were approved by the council in
early 2023 to align the code with the liquor rules and regulations in state statute. At the time
amendments were adopted, the council requested additional discussion regarding two
provisions related to the sale of alcoholic beverages.
The city code currently prohibits a restaurant from being located at either a taproom or cocktail
room. This is a city-specific licensing provision that the council has the authority to change.
State law no longer prohibits a restaurant being located at either type of establishment.
The city code currently requires at least 50% of the gross receipts of an establishment holding
an on-sale intoxicating liquor license to be attributable to the sale of food. This is also a city-
specific licensing provision that the council has the authority to change.
At the December 12, 2023, study session the city council discussed potential amendments to
licensing requirements related to the sale of alcoholic beverages. Following their discussion, the
city council directed staff to prepare an amendment to city code chapter 3 to implement the
following changes:
• Allow restaurants to be located at breweries with a taproom license and micro distilleries
with a cocktail room license.
• Reduce the percentage of gross receipts that must be attributable to the sale of food from
50% to 40% for on-sale intoxicating liquor license holders.
Next steps: If council approves first reading, the second reading is scheduled for February 5,
2024, with a planned effective date of March 1, 2024 – coinciding with the next liquor licensing
period for the city of St. Louis Park.
Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable.
Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable.
Supporting documents: Draft ordinance; December 12, 2023 study session report (p. 28)
Prepared by: Amanda Scott-Lerdal, deputy city clerk
Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 7a) Page 2
Title: First reading of ordinance amending city code chapter 3 related to alcoholic beverages
Ordinance No. _____ -24
Amending St. Louis Park City Code chapter 3, sections 57(m) and (o) and
section 70(g) related to alcoholic beverages
The city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota does ordain:
Section 1. St. Louis Park City Code chapter 3 is amended as follows by deleting strikethrough
language and adding underlined language:
St. Louis Park City Code section 3-57. Types of licenses.
m. Brewer taproom license. Brewer taproom licenses may be issued to the holder of a brewer’s
license under Minn. Stat. § 340A.301, subd. 6(c), (i) or (j) as it may amended from time to time
and subject to the conditions of this chapter. A brewer’s taproom license authorizes the sale of
malt liquor produced by the brewer for consumption on the premises of or adjacent to one
brewery location owned by the brewer. A brewer may have only one taproom license and may
not have an ownership interest in a brewer licensed under Minn. Stat. § 340A.301, subd. 6(d) as
it may be amended from time to time. A brewer taproom license may not be issued to a brewer
that brews more than 250,000 barrels of malt liquor annually or a winery that produces more
than 250,000 gallons of wine annually. Within ten days of issuing a brewer taproom license the
city clerk will inform the Commissioner of Public Safety of the licensee’s name, address, trade
name and the effective date and expiration date of the license. The city clerk will inform the
Commissioner of Public Safety of a license transfer, cancellation, suspension, or revocation
during the license period.
(i) A restaurant is not allowed at a brewery with a taproom license.
(ii) (i) On-sale of liquor shall be limited to the legal hours for on sale pursuant to Section
3-105.
o. Micro distillery cocktail room license. A micro distillery cocktail room license may be issued to
the holder of a micro distillery license issued under Minn. Stat. § 340A.22. A micro distillery
cocktail room license authorizes the on-sale of distilled liquor produced by the distiller for
consumption on the premises of or adjacent to on e distillery location owned by the distiller
subject to the following requirements:
(i) The city shall, within ten days of the issuance of a micro distillery cocktail room
license inform the Commissioner of Public Safety of the licensee’s name and address
and trade name, and the effective date and expiration date of the license. The city
shall also inform the commissioner of a license transfer, cancellation, suspension, or
revocation during the license period.
(ii) No single entity may hold both a micro distillery cocktail room and taproom license,
and a cocktail room and taproom may not be co-located.
(iii) A restaurant is not allowed at a micro distillery with a cocktail room license.
(iv) (iii) On-sale of liquor shall be limited to the legal hours for on-sale pursuant to
Section 3-105.
St. Louis Park City Code Section 3-70. Ineligibility.
g. No on-sale intoxicating liquor license, except a club license for a congressionally chartered
veterans’ organization, shall be issued unless at least 50 40 percent of the gross receipts of the
City council meeting of January 16, 2024 (Item No. 7a) Page 3
Title: First reading of ordinance amending city code chapter 3 related to alcoholic beverages
establishment will be attributable to the sale of food. This requirement shall be regulated as
follows:
(i) Each on-sale intoxicating liquor license, except a club license for a congressionally
chartered veterans’ organization, shall have the continuing obligation to have at least
50 40 percent of gross receipts from the establishment during the preceding business
year attributable to the sale of food.
(ii) In the case of a new restaurant, the applicant must make a bona fide estimation that
at least 50 40 percent of the gross receipts from the sale of food and beverages of the
establishment during its first year of business will be attributable to the sale of food.
(iii) For the purpose of this section, the term "establishment" shall include the food and
beverage portion of a multiservice establishment. Financial records for the food and
beverage portion must be maintained separately from the records of the r emainder
of the establishment.
(iii) For the purpose of this section, the term "sale of food" shall include gross receipts
attributable to the sale of food items, soft drinks, and nonalcoholic beverages. It shall
not include any portion of gross receipts attributable to the nonalcoholic components
of plain or mixed alcoholic beverages, such as ice, soft drink mixes or other mixes.
(iv) The city may require the production of such documents or information, including, but
not limited to, books, records, audited financial statements or pro forma financial
statements as it deems necessary or convenient to enforce the provisions of this
section. The city may also obtain its own audit or review of such documents or
information, and all licensees shall cooperate with such a review, including prompt
production of requested records.
(v) In addition to other remedies that it may have available, the city may place the license
of any on-sale intoxicating liquor license holder on probationary status for up to one
year, when the sale of food is reported, or found to be, less than 50 40 percent of
gross receipts for any business year. During the probationary period, the licensee shall
prepare any plans and reports, participate in any required meetings, and take other
actions that the city may require to increase the sale of food.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect fifteen days after its passage and publication.
First Reading January 16, 2024
Second Reading February 5, 2024
Publication
date
February 15, 2024
Effective date March 1, 2024
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council February 5, 2024
By: __________________________________ By: __________________________________
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest: Approved as to form and execution:
____________________________________ _____________________________________
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Soren M. Mattick, city attorney