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City council meeting
St. Louis Park, Minnesota
May 5, 2025
1. Call to order.
Mayor Mohamed called the meeting to order at 6:15 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: City manager (Ms. Keller), city attorney (Mr. Mattick)
2. Approve agenda.
It was moved by Council Member Baudhuin, seconded by Council Member Dumalag, to approve
the agenda as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
3. Presentations
a. Proclamation observing Jewish Heritage Month
Council Member Rog stated that as a representative of Ward 1, which is home to a very vibrant
Jewish community with a long and epic history of survival, she is proud to read this
proclamation.
Council Member Baudhuin thanked staff for developing this proclamation and stated it is
important to do this work. The Jewish community has contributed to the city, and as a pastor,
he sees that there is more work to be done to fight antisemitism and to also not exploit our
Jewish community for political purposes.
b. Proclamation observing Native American Heritage Month
Mayor Mohamed read the proclamation. She acknowledged the tragic shooting in Minneapolis
that resulted in the mourning of many Native Americans. She added that many have been
impacted by the shooting, and St. Louis Park stands in solidarity with the Native American
community as they mourn the loss of their family members. She encouraged all to take part in
events to honor Native American Heritage Month and added that there is more information in
the staff report related to these events and engagement opportunities.
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c. Proclamation observing AANHPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific
Islander) Heritage Month
Council Member Dumalag read the proclamation. She stated in a time when international
politics has come into play, it is also important to remember that Asian Americans, Native
Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders have contributed much to this community and noted that she is
a Filipino American.
Council Member Dumalag added she sends her condolences to those in Vancouver, where 11
people in the Filipino community were killed during what should have been a celebration of
their heritage.
d. Proclamation observing National Small Business Week – May 4-10, 2025
Council Member Baudhuin read the proclamation. He stated that St. Louis Park really values
small businesses. He added that everyone needs to be mindful of uncertainties around small
businesses today, noting the city is available to assist its small business owners and their needs
during this time of chaos within the system. He stated the community appreciates small
business owners’ contributions to the city.
e. Recognition of donations
Mayor Mohamed thanked The Pinehart Foundation on behalf of the city council for a donation
of $100 to the Fire Department
4. Minutes
a. Minutes of March 24, 2025, study session
b. Minutes of April 7, 2025, city council meeting
c. Minutes of April 14, 2025, study session
It was moved by Council Member Rog, seconded by Council Member Budd, to approve the
March 24, 2025, study session minutes, the April 7, 2025, city council meeting minutes, and the
April 14, 2025, study session minutes as presented.
The motion passed 7-0.
5. Consent items
a. Approve city disbursements
b. Resolution No. 25-52 accepting donation to the fire department
c. Approve bid for Lift Station #10 Replacement Project (4025-3100) - Ward 1
d. Resolution No. 25-53 approve mobility sharing licenses for Spin and Lime
e. Resolution No. 25-54 authorizing entering into a cooperative construction agreement
with the Minnesota Department of Transportation for Interstate 394 project (4025-
8000) – Ward 4
f. Approve temporary/seasonal premises amendment for Park Tavern Lounge & Lanes
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Council Member Brausen asked to comment on consent items 5a and 5f. Council Member
Brausen stated he is happy to approve the city disbursements, noting this is $5 million well
spent. He also stated he supports small businesses in the city and invited the owner of Park
Tavern Lounge & Lanes to make comments.
Phil Weber, 3401 Louisiana Avenue South, stated he is hopeful for a great summer at his
business.
Council Member Baudhuin asked if the all-night party of the 2025 St. Louis Park high school
graduation class will be hosted at Park Tavern again this year. Mr. Weber stated yes, Park
Tavern will host this party, which has become a tradition since the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
Ms. Keller stated that on May 10, 2025 there is an Arbor Day celebration at Browndale Park
where tree planting and tree-focused activities will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. There is a
gardening swap on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the Recreation Outdoor Center (ROC) from 5 to 7
p.m., with more details on the city’s website. Ms. Keller added spring clean-up day will be held
May 17, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Municipal Services Center, and more details can be
found on the city calendar online.
Council Member Rog added in the spirit of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific
Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month in St. Louis Park, there is a mini-film festival that is part of
the Twin Cities Film Festival at Marcus Theaters at the West End on May 14, 2025. She stated
there will be films with empowering stories about Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
Council Member Budd thanked those who attended the Electric Vehicle (EV) “petting zoo”
event last Friday at Aquila Park, where there was a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new EV
station. She added that the “curbtacular” event was also held last week for obtaining free
items, and was a huge success. She thanked those who participated.
9. Adjournment.
The meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m.
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor
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