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City council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
Oct. 21, 2024
1. Call to order.
Mayor Mohamed called the meeting to order at 6:22 p.m.
a. Pledge of allegiance.
b. Roll call.
Council members present: Mayor Nadia Mohamed, Paul Baudhuin, Tim Brausen, Sue Budd,
Lynette Dumalag, Yolanda Farris, Margaret Rog
Council members absent: none.
Staff present: Deputy city manager (Ms. Walsh), community development director (Ms. Barton),
administrative services director (Ms. Brodeen), senior planner (Ms. Chamberlain), finance
director (Ms. Cruver), racial equity and inclusion specialist (Ms. Hernandez Guitron), economic
development manager (Mr. Hunt), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott-Lerdal), planning manager (Mr.
Walther)
2. Approve agenda.
It was moved by Council Member Rog, seconded by Council Member Brausen, to approve the
agenda as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
3. Presentations – none.
4. Minutes.
a. Minutes of Oct. 7, 2024 city council special study session
Council Member Rog requested a revision to page 1, 2nd paragraph from the bottom to state:
“…each new development rather than cumulatively for all developments.” Council Member
Rog requested a revision to page 3, 2nd paragraph from the bottom to state: “…for cannabis
similar to restrictions on liquor.” Council Member Rog requested a revision to page 4, 1st
paragraph, to state: “….registrations will be issued on a first come first served basis.”
It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Farris, to approve the
Oct. 7, 2024 city council study session minutes as amended.
The motion passed 7-0.
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5. Consent items.
a. Approve city council travel for National League of Cities City Summit Conference 2024
b. Approve contract between city and Parktacular, Inc. for annual community festival
c. Resolutions No. 24-127, 24-128, 24-129, 24-130, 24-131, 24-132 approving 2025 budget
and property owner service charges for Special Service Districts No. 1-6
d. Resolution No. 24-133 authorizing proposed 2025 DWI/Traffic Safety officer grant
contract agreement
e. Approve Joint Powers Agreement for Bassett Creek Watershed Management
Commission
f. Resolutions No. 24-134, 24-135, 24-136, 24-137, 24-138 imposing civil penalties for
liquor license violations
g. Temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license – MATTER
Council Member Rog noted that item 5b is a contract between the city and Parktacular, a
celebration that has brought joy to our community for many years. She acknowledged
Parktacular representatives in attendance at the meeting tonight. She thanked them and city
staff for their work on the agreement.
Council Member Rog noted item 5f regarding liquor license violations. She asked
establishments to be careful not to serve underage people.
Council Member Budd remarked that restaurant patrons should be patient when
establishments ask for identification.
Council Member Brausen added that this was the first violation for most of the establishments
listed. With some training, he hopes they will get back on track.
Mayor Mohamed noted item 5a, the National League of Cities City Summit Conference in
Tampa Bay, Florida. She explained that council members attend conferences such as this for
professional development, to connect with other leaders and learn about important topics such
as housing and transportation. She added that St. Louis Park’s hearts go out to all those
affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Council Member Brausen referenced item 5g regarding MATTER and stated the organization is
doing good work to assist those across the country, adding their fundraiser is a worthy cause.
It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Baudhuin, to approve
the consent items as listed; and to waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
The motion passed 7-0.
6. Public hearings – none.
7. Regular business – none.
8. Communications and announcements.
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9. Adjournment.
The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor
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