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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025/06/16 - ADMIN - Agenda Packets - City Council - RegularAGENDA JUNE 16, 2025 6:00 p.m. Economic Development Authority meeting – Council Chambers 1. Call to order 2. Approve agenda. 3. Minutes a.Minutes of June 2, 2025 EDA meeting 4. Consent item a.Resolution approving grant agreement with Hennepin County related to Beltline Station redevelopment - Ward 1 5. Public hearings – none. 6. Regular business – none. 7. Communications and announcements – none. 8. Adjournment. 6:15 p.m. City council meeting – Council Chambers 1.Call to order a.Roll call. b.Pledge of Allegiance. 2.Approve agenda. 3.Presentations a.Retirement recognition for Brian Hoffman b.Proclamation observing Juneteenth in 2025 4.Minutes a.Minutes of June 2, 2025 city council meeting b.Minutes of June 2, 2025 special study session 5.Consent items a.Resolution recognizing Brian Hoffman, building and energy director b.Resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds c.Approve amendment to temporary premises extension - Ullsperger Brewing, LLC d.Approve temporary/seasonal premises amendment - Haggard Barrel Brewing Company, LLC e.Approve temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license - Church of the Holy Family Agenda EDA, city council and special study session meetings of June 16, 2025 f. Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 g. Resolution supporting and prioritizing 2026 capital budget requests to the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget h. Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 i. Resolution authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 j. Resolution authorizing loading zone on 31st Street - Ward 1 k. Resolution authorizing loading zone on County Road 25 South Service Drive - Ward 1 l. Approve replacement purchase of freightliner truck with plow and dump m. Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer line repair at 4124 Xenwood Avenue South - Ward 2 n. Approve appointment to the Community Technology Advisory Commission 6. Public hearings – none. 7. Regular business – none. 8. Communications and announcements – none. 9. Adjournment. Following city council meeting – Special study session – Community Room Discussion items 1. Base budget and background 2. Proposed study session topic – planning for a community center Written report 3. Environmental Stewardship system wrap-up Members of the public can attend St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority and city council meetings in person. At regular city council meetings, members of the public may comment on any item on the agenda by attending the meeting in-person or by submitting written comments to info@stlouisparkmn.gov by noon the day of the meeting. Official minutes of meetings are available on the city website once approved. Watch St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority or regular city council meetings live at bit.ly/watchslpcouncil or at www.parktv.org, or on local cable (Comcast SD channel 14/HD channel 798). Recordings of the meetings are available to watch on the city's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@slpcable, usually within 24 hours of the meeting’s end. City council study sessions are not broadcast. Generally, it is not council practice to receive public comment during study sessions. The council chambers are equipped with Hearing Loop equipment and headsets are available to borrow. If you need special accommodations or have questions about the meeting, please call 952.924.2505. Meeting: Economic development authority Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Minutes: 3a Unofficial minutes EDA meeting St. Louis Park, Minnesota June 2, 2025 1. Call to order. President Budd called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. a. Roll call Commissioners present: President Sue Budd, Lynette Dumalag, Paul Baudhuin, Tim Brausen, Yolanda Farris, Nadia Mohamed, Margaret Rog Commissioners absent: none Staff present: City manager (Ms. Keller), deputy city manager (Ms. Walsh), fire chief (Mr. Hanlin), police chief (Mr. Kruelle), city attorney (Mr. Mattick), deputy police chief (Mr. Nadem), communication manager (Mr. Sandell), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott-Lerdal) 2. Approve agenda. It was moved by Commissioner Rog, seconded by Commissioner Farris, to approve the EDA agenda as presented. The motion passed 7-0. 3. Minutes. a. EDA meeting minutes of May 19, 2025 It was moved by Commissioner Dumalag, seconded by Commissioner Brausen, to approve the EDA meeting minutes of May 19, 2025, as presented. The motion passed 7-0. 4. Consent items. a. Approve EDA disbursements It was moved by Commissioner Farris, seconded by Commissioner Brausen, to approve the consent items as listed and to waive reading of all resolutions. The motion passed 7-0. 5. Public hearings – none. Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 3a) Page 2 Title: EDA meeting minutes of June 2, 2025 6. Regular business – none. 7. Communications and announcements – none. 8. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 6:08 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, EDA secretary Sue Budd, EDA president Meeting: Economic development authority Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 4a Executive summary Title: Resolution approving grant agreement with Hennepin County related to Beltline Station redevelopment - Ward 1 Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution approving a Southwest Community Works (SWCW) transit-oriented communities grant agreement with Hennepin County supporting the Beltline Station redevelopment. Policy consideration: Does the Economic Development Authority (EDA) approve the proposed grant agreement with SWCW transit oriented communities grant program to support Sherman Associates’ Beltline Station redevelopment? Summary: The EDA has multiple agreements with Sherman Associates to develop a mixed-use, transit-oriented development at the METRO Green Line Extension/Southwest Light Rail Transit (SWLRT) Beltline Boulevard Station redevelopment site. The redevelopment will include a total of 380 housing units, of which 82 will be affordable housing units, and approximately 21,000 square feet of neighborhood commercial space. The development also includes a structured parking ramp with a total of 571 stalls, including 268 public park -and-ride stalls for the Green Line Extension Beltline Boulevard Station with commercial space on the first floor adjacent to the station. In February 2024, the EDA approved a resolution of support for Sherman Associates’ application to the Hennepin County transit-oriented communities grant program. The program focuses on supporting the creation of walkable, mixed-use, human-centered neighborhoods around high- quality transit service across Hennepin County. Sherman Associates applied to the program to defray some of the public infrastructure and hard construction costs associated with the Beltline Station redevelopment and the EDA was subsequently awarded $300,000 towards the project. Grant funds will be used towards capital costs related to site preparation, utilities work and other public infrastructure construction needed to prepare the site for the project. Financial or budget considerations: This grant program does not require any financial match from the EDA or city. Hennepin County will reimburse the EDA for up to $300,000 of eligible costs and the EDA will then reimburse Sherman Associates those same costs. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood oriented development. Supporting documents: Resolution Prepared by: Dean Porter-Nelson, redevelopment administrator Reviewed by: Greg Hunt, economic development manager Karen Barton, EDA executive director, community development director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 2 Title: Resolution approving grant agreement with Hennepin County related to Beltline Station redevelopment - Ward 1 EDA Resolution No. 25-______ Approving a transit oriented communities program grant agreement with Hennepin County Be it resolved by the board of commissioners (the board) of the St. Louis Park Economic Development Authority (the authority) as follows: Section 1. Recitals; authorization. (a) Hennepin County, Minnesota (the county) established the Southwest Light Rail Transit Community Works project (SWCW) to provide an organizational structure and process for coordinating light rail transit engineering, land use and other related planning activities to support development of the corridor. The county has created their Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Transit Oriented Communities Program whereby applications were accepted for consideration of funding from the county’s Bottineau and Southwest Community Works program (the program). The county board of commissioners has awarded up to $300,000 from the program to the authority (the grant) to support the acquisition of a mixed-used development located at 4601 Highway 7, 4725 Highway 7, and 3130 Monterey Drive and adjacent to the Metro Green Line Extension Beltline Boulevard Station, consisting of 380 housing units and 19,500 square feet of commercial space (the property), in the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota (the city). (b) The county has prepared a program grant agreement (the grant agreement), by and between the county and the authority, pursuant to which the county shall give the authority the grant to finance a portion of the acquisition cost of the property. (c) The board has reviewed the grant agreement and finds that the execution thereof and performance of the authority’s obligations thereunder are in the best interest of the city and its residents. Section 2. Approval of documents. (a) The board approves the grant agreement in substantially the form presented to the board, together with any related documents necessary in connection therewith, including without limitation all documents, exhibits, certifications, or consents, referenced in or attached to the grant agreement (the documents). (b) The board hereby authorizes the president and executive director, in their discretion and at such time, if any, as they may deem appropriate, to execute the documents on behalf of the authority, and to carry out, on behalf of the authority, the author ity’s obligations thereunder when all conditions precedent thereto have been satisfied. The documents shall be in substantially the form on file with the authority and the approval hereby given to the documents includes approval of such additional details therein as may be necessary and appropriate and such modifications thereof, deletions therefrom and additions thereto as may be necessary and appropriate and approved by legal counsel to the authority and by the officers authorized herein to execute said documents prior to their execution; and Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 3 Title: Resolution approving grant agreement with Hennepin County related to Beltline Station redevelopment - Ward 1 said officers are hereby authorized to approve said changes on behalf of the authority. The execution of any instrument by the appropriate officers of the authority herein authorized shall be conclusive evidence of the approval of such document in accordan ce with the terms hereof. This resolution shall not constitute an offer and the documents shall not be effective until the date of execution thereof as provided herein. (c) In the event of absence or disability of the officers, any of the documents authorized by this resolution to be executed may be executed without further act or authorization of the board by any duly designated acting official, or by such other officer or officers of the board as, in the opinion of the city attorney, may act in their behalf. Upon execution and delivery of the documents, the officers and employees of the board are hereby authorized and directed to take or cause to be taken such actions a s may be necessary on behalf of the board to implement the documents. Section 3. Effective date. This resolution shall be effective upon approval. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the Economic Development Authority June 16, 2025: Karen Barton, executive director Sue Budd, president Attest: Melissa Kennedy, secretary Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Presentation: 3a Executive summary Title: Retirement recognition for Brian Hoffman Recommended action: Read resolution and present plaque to Brian for his years of service to the City of St. Louis Park. Policy consideration: None. Summary: City policy states that employees who retire or resign in good standing with over 20 years of service will be presented with a resolution from the mayor, city manager and city council. Brian will be in attendance for the presentation at the beginning of the meeting. The mayor is asked to read the resolution attached to item 5a for Brian in recognition of his years of service to the city. Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Resolution Prepared by: Barb Lamfers, HR technician Cindy Walsh, deputy city manager Reviewed by: Rita Vorpahl, HR director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Presentation: 3b Executive summary Title: Proclamation observing Juneteenth in 2025 Recommended action: Mayor to read proclamation observing Juneteenth in 2025. Summary: Juneteenth is a federal holiday recognizing the day when enslaved people in Texas were granted freedom from slavery under the Emancipation Proclamation, marking freedom from chattel slavery across the country. Today, it is observed as a reminder of the horrific legacy of slavery and an opportunity to recommit ourselves to fighting for human rights for all. Financial or budget considerations: None 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 I Hernandez Guitron, racial equity and inclusion specialist Reviewed by: BIPOC employee resource group Pa Dao Yang, racial equity and inclusion director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Page 2 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 3b) Title: Proclamation observing Juneteenth in 2025 Resource page In recognition of Juneteenth, the City of St. Louis Park invites you to: •Learn about the history of Juneteenth o Juneteenth - Minnesota Humanities Center (mnhum.org) Juneteenth – Minnesota Historical Society o Juneteenth | National Museum of African American History and Culture (si.edu) •Consider attending Juneteenth events o Juneteenth Celebration – Discover St. Louis Park (discoverstlouispark.com) ▪Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Wounded Healers Production at St. Louis Park High School Auditorium ▪Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at the Juneteenth Jam: Freedom, Fun, and Festive Beats! at Lenox Community Center ▪Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at the Rollin’ @ the ROC: Roller skating fun for the whole family ▪Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Stories for Juneteenth with Black Storytellers Alliance at St. Louis Park Library o Juneteenth Minnesota - Minneapolis o Juneteenth National Registry of celebrations Page 3 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 3b) Title: Proclamation observing Juneteenth in 2025 Proclamation “Juneteenth 2025” Whereas, Juneteenth has been observed by Black Americans as the day when word of the Emancipation Proclamation granting freedom from slavery finally reached Galveston Bay, Texas on June 19, 1865 - two years after it was written into law by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863; and Whereas, Juneteenth marks the beginning of freedom from chattel slavery, opening possibilities for generations of Black people in the United States; and Whereas, Recognition of Juneteenth as an observed city holiday in St. Louis Park is a significant step in understanding the painful legacy of slavery which continues to have impacts on our society to this day; and Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park’s inaugural Juneteenth was celebrated in 202 2 and continues annually with the 2025 celebration being a Juneteenth Series inviting the public to participate with Wounded Healers Production; Freedom, Fun, and Festive Beats!; Rollin’ @ the ROC; Stories for Juneteenth with Black Storytellers Alliance; and Whereas, Juneteenth is commemorated as “Freedom Day”, celebrating the countless efforts made by abolitionists, both enslaved and free, in the fight for freedom from white slaveowners; and Whereas, Black Americans continue to make significant contributions to Minnesota’s culture, economy, education, health, housing and government; and Whereas, challenging anti-Black racism in our communities honors the legacy of Juneteenth and contributes to our strategic priority of being a leader in racial equity and inclusion in order to create a just community for all, Now therefore, let it be known that the mayor and city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, hereby observe Juneteenth 2025 in our community. Wherefore, I set my hand and cause the Great Seal of the City of St. Louis Park to be affixed this 16th day of June 2025. _________________________________ Nadia Mohamed, mayor Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Minutes: 4a Unofficial minutes City council meeting St. Louis Park, Minnesota June 2, 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), deputy city manager (Ms. Walsh), fire chief (Mr. Hanlin), police chief (Mr. Kruelle), city attorney (Mr. Mattick), deputy police chief (Mr. Nadem), communication manager (Mr. Sandell), city clerk (Ms. Kennedy), deputy city clerk (Ms. Scott- Lerdal) 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. a. Oath of office ceremony for police officers Mr. Kruelle introduced the seven officers who completed their first year of training in St. Louis Park, and Ms. Kennedy administered the oath of office to: Officers Maxwell Dehn, Corey Andress, Craig Wilking, Hailey Luhmann, Cameron Barukzoy, Nicolas Monaghan and Aaron Gilley. Mr. Kruelle stated the police force works intentionally to recruit officers who will represent the community and its values. He commented on each officer and their backgrounds as he introduced them to the community. Mayor Mohamed congratulated all of the officers and welcomed them to St. Louis Park. She also thanked family members for their support and stated the community is honored to have them on the force. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 2 Title:City council meeting minutes of June 2, 2025 Council Member Farris added her support and welcomed the officers to St. Louis Park, noting it is the best police department in Minnesota. She stated she is proud of all of them. Council Member Baudhuin congratulated the officers and stated he has gained a greater understanding of police work since joining the city council. He welcomed the officers and stated the city is blessed to have them, adding the police force in St. Louis Park is one of the finest. Council Member Rog welcomed the officers and added she is so proud of the St. Louis Park police department. She said she feels safe and told the officers to also stay safe while on the job. Council Member Dumalag also congratulated the officers who participated in the Pathways to Policing program. She thanked the officers for choosing St. Louis Park and thanked the officers' families as well. Council Member Brausen added his thanks and welcomed the officers. He thanked the families for their support, noting that peacekeeping is one of the most difficult jobs in the world. He stated the officers and their families are in everyone’s thoughts and prayers. Council Member Budd welcomed the officers and stated the city is glad to have them all serving in St. Louis Park. b. Oath of office ceremony for canine police officer Mr. Kruelle noted that Canine Officer Rolo joined the police force in February 2025 and is a German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois mix. Born in Slovakia, Rolo is partnered with Officer Joseph LeFevere. Canine Officer Rolo graduated from a 12-week training academy where he passed tests in obedience, tracking, explosive detection and apprehension. Canine Officer Rolo’s primary role in the department will be assisting with searches, tracking and explosives detection, and he will be joining Canine Officer Maverick. Officer Rolo, along with Officer LeFevere, will then train and recertify annually to ensure top performance and accountability. Mayor Mohamed administered the oath of office to Canine Officer Rolo. Council Member Brausen thanked Officer LeFevere for his commitment to the police force and his work in training Rolo; commending them on becoming a team. Council Member Baudhuin stated there are concerns with canine officers in some communities due to historical cases of racial trauma, but noted that canine officers are used well in St. Louis Park because police work is performed so well here. He stated he has confidence in both canine officers and their partners. c. Proclamation observing Pride Month Mayor Mohamed read the proclamation regarding Pride Month, which is observed annually in June to recognize the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer+) community and their history, contributions and achievements. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 3 Title:City council meeting minutes of June 2, 2025 Mayor Mohamed stated Pride Month provides an opportunity to advance and deepen the community’s commitment to fighting against discrimination and injustice everywhere. Mayor Mohamed stated that the city affirms Pride month and has a commitment to fighting against discrimination and injustice, which says a great deal about the city as a whole and its commitment to protecting these groups from harm. She stated this is an important statement in light of current federal efforts to ban or erase the LGBTQ+ community. Council Member Baudhuin added that as a pastor, city council member and a parent of a trans adult, this proclamation is meaningful to a core part of his life. He stated it has been a difficult six months and that this proclamation matters. He acknowledged there is still work to do, and noted he is proud of the city, school system and the religious culture in St. Louis Park, where his children felt safe. He added the city will continue to fight for what is right and good. 4. Minutes. a. Minutes of April 28, 2025, study session b. Minutes of May 5, 2025, special study session c. Minutes of May 19, 2025, city council meeting d. Minutes of May 19, 2025, special study session It was moved by Council Member Budd, seconded by Council Member Dumalag, to approve the April 28, 2025, study session minutes, May 5, 2025, special study session minutes, May 19, 2025, city council meeting minutes, and May 19, 2025, special study session meeting minutes as presented. The motion passed 7-0. 5. Consent items. a. Approve city disbursements b. Resolution No. 25-061 recognizing the retirement of Maintenance Technician Joseph Wellentin c. Approve boards and commissions appointments d. Approve temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license - The Slavic Experience e. Approve bid for 2025 and 2026 Cedar Lake Road and Louisiana Avenue Reconstruction Project (4024-1100) - Ward 4 Mayor Mohamed noted that written comments regarding item 5e are to be made part of the public record: • Sylvie Hyman, 9200 West 28th Street, provided comment that the lanes on Louisiana Avenue need to be narrowed to meet Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidance. • Jason Felds provided comment that the proposed width for Louisiana Avenue does not meet FHWA guidelines. To make it safe for all, Louisiana Avenue needs to be narrowed. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 4 Title:City council meeting minutes of June 2, 2025 • Eric Judge provided comment that he is supportive of maintaining road widths to avoid issues of congestion, gentrification (bike/walk agenda), public access and future community growth. • Melissa Bernstein, Minneapolis, provided comment that the proposed Louisiana Avenue lane widths will encourage speeding and increase reliance on car dependency. She noted the proposed lane widths are in violation of FWHA guidance. Council Member Budd asked to comment on consent item 5c related to boards and commission appointments. She stated all council members have been part of this process. She recognized all the fantastic candidates, noting that it was difficult to select who to appoint to each board and commission. Their work is greatly appreciated and she thanked all for their interest in serving. Council Member Rog agreed and stated that she hoped those not selected this year will apply again in the future for open positions on boards and commissions. Council Member Rog noted that item 5e relates to a bid for phase two of the Cedar Lake Road and Louisiana Avenue improvements project. She stated the final plans for phase two were approved unanimously by the council earlier this year. At that vote, concerns were expressed by some residents regarding the proposed new width for Louisiana Avenue. She clarified that the lane width is 28 feet, which is a reduction of eight feet from the current with of 36 feet. Council Member Rog stated residents wanted the width to be further reduced by 10 to 12 feet, citing FHWA guidance. She noted that some residents suggested that the city’s engineering staff may be trying to deceive the council, or that city staff do not understand the rationale for the design that has been approved. Council Member Rog stated that the city council and city staff understand the design that has been approved and the rationale behind it. She added the council also understands the lane- width decisions are not one-size-fits-all and that the word guidance means just that – guidance. She stated that professional engineering staff carefully considered the surrounding context and made their recommendations because this stretch of Louisiana Avenue is the sole access for Fire Station #2. She stated it is imperative that the 10-foot-wide fire trucks can maneuver safely around vehicles that pull over to let them pass, including buses and service vehicles. She noted this is especially a concern in winter conditions, when the roadway can be narrowed further by snow and ice. Council Member Rog stated the project also includes the addition of a new sidewalk on the east side where no dedicated pedestrian space currently exists, as well as new enhanced pedestrian crossings with user-activated flashers. The plan calls for preservation of almost all the mature trees along this stretch, with a designated alternative bike route to allow for this preservation of trees. Council Member Rog stated, for the record, staff did an excellent job weighing all factors here and produced a plan that meets the needs of pedestrians, emergency access vehicles, snowplows, buses and the 16,500 vehicles that travel on this stretch of roadway every day. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 5 Title:City council meeting minutes of June 2, 2025 Council Member Rog added that the council received several emails on this topic today, some of which suggested it is the council’s role to demand that engineering staff modify this project and that by following staff’s professional guidance, the council is not doing its job. She stated on the contrary, the council’s job is to listen to constituents as well as to the professional staff's advice, and to ask staff the hard questions that constituents ask the council, and then to put it all together and reach a decision. She added it is not always easy, but this is what council members are elected to do. Council Member Baudhuin referenced item 5d, the temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for The Slavic Experience. He stated this sounds like a great event that people should learn about, noting the purpose and mission of The Slavic Experience is to create a welcoming space for people of Slavic heritage to commemorate, celebrate and share their richness and diversity of Eastern European traditions and customs within the greater Twin Cities community. He stated this event is scheduled to take place at the Recreation Outdoor Center in St. Louis Park on Aug. 2 and 3, 2025. Council Member Baudhuin summarized that he wanted to name this community within St. Louis Park and highlight a great event. Council Member Brausen added his comments regarding the consent agenda and stated he approves of the regular city disbursements that are non-contractual. He stated his thanks to maintenance technician Joseph Wellington for his 26 years of service, ten (10) of which were at Hamilton House, the city’s affordable housing complex in Ward 4. Council Member Brausen agreed with Council Member Baudhuin about The Slavic Experience, stating the event sounds like fun. He noted the council interviewed 38 people during the boards and commissions interview process and had to make some very difficult decisions. He thanked all those willing to serve the community and encouraged those not appointed to continue to look for opportunities to serve the community, as the city is a better place for their efforts. Council Member Brausen stated that the Cedar Lake Road and Louisiana Avenue reconstruction project in Ward 4 has been in the planning stages for a decade, and noted this action approves awarding the contract to the lowest responsible bidder. Council Member Brausen added council approved the plans through a lengthy process that included substantial public engagement. He acknowledged not everyone’s wants and desires can be satisfied. He stated compromises and choices are made, and the council does the best it can to accommodate vehicle, pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Council Member Brausen stated along with public engagement, the council and staff worked hard to incorporate as many good suggestions as possible. The project plans have been approved and this consent item agrees to sign the contract with the lowest responsible bidder. He stated many are expecting to see the project begin this summer. Council Member Rog stated as a person of Polish heritage, she was asked to speak at The Slavic Experience last year and it was extremely fun, adding it is a unique festival. She encouraged all to attend. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4a) Page 6 Title:City council meeting minutes of June 2, 2025 It was moved by Council Member Brausen, seconded by Council Member Rog, 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. Council Member Farris noted that on June 12, 2025, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Ainsworth Park, there will be an event called “Basketball in the Park”. This event involves the St. Louis Park Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs and Missions, Inc. She encouraged all to attend and get to know your neighbors and added that treats will be served. Council Member Baudhuin congratulated the 2025 graduating classes from St. Louis Park and Benilde St. Margaret High Schools. Ms. Walsh announced that the Aquatic Park opens on June 4, 2025. Council Member Rog stated the Birchwood Neighborhood will host Food Truck Night on June 10, 2025, and all are welcome to attend at Birchwood Park. Mayor Mohamed noted the Thai Sunday Market at the Wat Promwachirayan temple begins June 8, 2025. 9. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Minutes: 4b Unofficial minutes City council study session St. Louis Park, Minnesota June 2, 2025 The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. Council members present: Mayor Nadia Mohamed, Paul Baudhuin, Tim Brausen, Sue Budd, Yolanda Farris, Lynette Dumalag, Margaret Rog Council members absent: none Staff present: Deputy city manager (Ms. Walsh) Discussion items. 1. Proposed study session topic: council salaries Mayor Mohamed introduced the proposed topic of discussion: increasing city council member salaries. She stated the job of council member is difficult and rate of pay can be a barrier to some who might otherwise be interested in running for council. It may be easier for retirees or those who are financially well-off to perform the job of council member, as they may not need to rely on the salary currently provided. For others to serve as a council member and give the work the time it deserves, an increase in the current salary may be needed. Council Member Rog added that people will be able to do this job better with better compensation, allowing for more flexibility to attend to childcare needs. She also noted that council members sometimes need to take time off work for meetings and events, or may even need to consider a salary reduction at their primary job. She stated more financial resources will open up access for more people to serve as council members. Council Member Baudhuin added he would also like to discuss the topic of salary for council members, especially as it relates to equity, and noted this role was historically designed around certain privileges. In a community as diverse as St. Louis Park, the council needs to review the salary in order to obtain a true representation of the city in its membership. Council Member Dumalag added she also has questions related to council member salaries and would like a discussion on this. Council Member Brausen noted he would also like to review information from comparable cities regarding how many times city councils meet, as well as events attended by council members. During the economic recession in 2008, the city council adopted a decrease in pay and then discussed salaries again in 2015. The council then received an increase at the same percentage as the unions at that time, adding that this policy has remained in place since 2015. Council Member Farris stated she would like to discuss the proposed topic as well. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 4b) Page 2 Title: Special study session meeting minutes of June 2, 2025 It was the consensus of the city council to have a discussion on city council salaries at a future study session. The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. ______________________________________ ______________________________________ Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Nadia Mohamed, mayor Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5a Executive summary Title: Resolution recognizing retirement of Brian Hoffman, building and energy director Recommended action: Read resolution and present plaque to Brian for his 26 years of service to the City of St. Louis Park. Policy consideration: None. Summary: City policy states that employees who retire or resign in good standing with over 20 years of service will be presented with a resolution from the mayor, city manager and city council. Financial or budget considerations: None applicable. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Resolution Prepared by: Barb Lamfers, HR technician Cindy Walsh, deputy city manager Reviewed by: Rita Vorpahl, HR director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5a) Page 2 Title: Resolution recognizing retirement of Brian Hoffman, building and energy director Resolution No. 25 - ___ Recognizing the contributions of and expressing appreciation to Brian Hoffman, building and energy director Whereas, Brian Hoffman began his employment with the City of St. Louis Park on October 19, 1998, and served over 26 years as the building and energy director ; and Whereas, Brian was a steady presence on the leadership team who was always willing to offer historical context and a yogi-like calm; and Whereas, Brian was always a team player focused on the common good; and Whereas, Brian was a go-to resource for the State of Minnesota and the League of Minnesota Cities regarding legislative issues concerning building and permitting; and Whereas, Brian successfully led his department through a myriad of legal iterations over the years, including health inspections, taxi licensing and facility improvements and at the same time, developed a robust building and housing inspection program; and Whereas, Brian championed sustainability through the creation of the sustainability division, which support the city's strategic priority relating to environment and sustainability; and Whereas, Brian excelled at working with residents to address concerns and always maintained a calm demeanor while focusing on the end-goal of solving problems; and Whereas, Brian was the last person we know who carried a flip phone; and Whereas, Brian is looking forward to spending his retirement years at his cabin with his family and watching his grandson grow, Now therefore be it resolved that the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank building and energy director, Brian Hoffman, for his great contributions and over 26 years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish him the best in his retirement. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5b Executive summary Title: Resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other fund transfers. Policy consideration: Does city council approve the 2024 calendar year-end interfund permanent transfers? Summary: Annually, a governing body must give authority to make permanent interfund transfers between city funds. The city’s annual audit for Dec. 31, 2024 annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) is concluding with a required submission date to the government finance officer’s association (GFOA) and office of the state auditor (OSA) on June 30, 2024. Below are the interfund permanent transfers included in this resolution. Financial or budget considerations: This resolution affects the 2024 financial statements and all future budgeted years. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Discussion, Resolution, Exhibit A Prepared by: Joe Olson, deputy finance director Reviewed by: Amelia Cruver, finance director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Page 2 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Title: Resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds Discussion Background: Annually, a governing body must give authority to make permanent interfund transfers between city funds. The city’s annual audit for Dec. 31, 2024 annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) is concluding with a required submission date to the government finance officer’s association (GFOA) and office of the state auditor (OSA) on June 30, 2024. Below is a detailed listed of all transfers included in the resolution. A table is included as well in Exhibit A of the attached resolution. •General fund transfers in $10,067.22 out from the housing rehabilitation fund to support overhead expenses •General fund transfers in $35,647.22 out from the EDA development fund to support overhead expenses •General fund transfers in $4,028,713.89 out from the city’s COVID fund related to 2024 ARPA expenditures and transferring interest earned from the COVID fund to the General fund. Transfer will zero out the COVID fund •General fund transfers in $2,435,424.41 out from the city’s enterprise funds, $763,937.32 water fund, $261,741.54 solid waste fund, $383,564.79 storm water fund, and $1,026,180.76 sewer for general overhead services •Housing rehabilitation fund transfers in $718,564.00 out from the affordable housing trust fund •Development EDA transfers in $68,653.59 out from Redevelopment District (Highway 7 Business TIF district sub-fund) •Debt Service (Bridgewalk HIA debt service sub-fund) transfers in $287,402.50 out from housing rehabilitation fund to cover debt service expenditures •Debt Service (2019C taxable GO HIA refunding debt service sub-fund) transfers in $292,535.00 out from housing rehabilitation fund to cover debt service expenditures •Debt Service (2012A taxable GO HIA debt service sub-fund) transfers in $90,008.44 out from housing rehabilitation fund to cover debt service expenditures •Debt Service (2008B general obligation tax increment debt service sub-fund) transfers in $583,681.26 out from Redevelopment District (Duke West End TIF sub- fund) to cover debt service expenditures •Capital (West 36th St / Woodale rehab street capital sub-fund) transfers in $1,626,066.60 from Redevelopment District (Elmwood Village TIF district sub-fund) related to capital expenditures •Internal Service Fund (Municipal buildings & Infrastructure fund) transfers in $850,000 out from the General fund to support Capital Improvement Plan Spending •Internal Service Fund (Employee Benefits fund) transfers in $365,530.85 out from the city’s general fund related to personal expenditures •Internal Service Fund (Vehicle & Equipment) transfers in $616,536.18 out from the General fund to fund capital improvement plan spending •Internal Service Fund (Technology) transfers in $701,347.00 out from the General fund to fund capital improvement plan spending •Special Service District (SSD #1 sub-fund) transfers in $28,700.00 from the General fund Page 3 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Title: Resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds •Affordable housing trust fund transfers in $2,212,131.00 from following Redevelopment Districts related to allowable transfers out of TIF to AHTF in 2024, $475,000 4900 Excelsior TIF District, $600,000 CSM TIF District, $630,000 Mill City TIF District, $275,000.00 from Wolfe Lake TIF District, $232,131.00 Aquila Commons TIF District •Transfer between Debt Service sub-funds: 2010C general obligation refunding debt service fund transfers in $5,345.03 out from general obligation bond reserve debt service fund to cover debt service expenditures •Transfer between Capital sub-funds: capital sub-fund restructuring occurred in 2024 to align sub-fund with funding source to allow better tracking of revenue and expenditures. Transfer in $667,185.61 in the Sidewalk Capital sub-fund from the following $583,522.88 MSA sub-fund (f.ka. 2023 MSA sub-fund), $6,704 Franchise Fees sub-fund (f.k.a Pavement Management), $76,958.38 2024A GO Capital sub-fund. Transfer in $282,275.47 in the Street Capital sub-fund from the Sidewalk sub-fund. Transfer in $2,052,980.00 in the Street Capital sub-fund from the Franchise Fees sub- fund. Transfer in the 2024 MSA fund in the amount of $187,169.36 from the MSA Fund. Capital sub-fund transfers will result in the closing of the Sidewalk sub-fund for better sub-funds that align with the capital funding. Also, 2024 MSA sub-fund is combining with 2023 MSA sub-fund to create the MSA sub-fund. Next steps: Approval of resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds. In the fall, a similar resolution will come before the city council for the 2026 budget, reflecting the transfers included in the budget but in this new, more transparent format. In December, the 2026 budget resolution will include a transfer table as a part of budget adoption. Page 4 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Title: Resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds Resolution No. 25 -__ Approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds Whereas, the city approved the following permanent interfund transfers for calendar year 2024 as shown in Exhibit A; •General fund transfers in $10,067.22 out from the housing rehabilitation fund •General fund transfers in $35,647.22 out from the EDA development fund •General fund transfers in $4,028,713.89 out from the city’s COVID fund related to 2024 ARPA expenditures and transferring interest earned from the COVID fund to the General fund. Transfer will zero out the COVID fund •General fund transfers in $2,435,424.41 out from the city’s enterprise funds, $763,937.32 water fund, $261,741.54 solid waste fund, $383,564.79 storm water fund, and $1,026,180.76 sewer for general overhead services •Housing rehabilitation fund transfers in $718,564.00 out from the affordable housing trust fund •Development EDA transfers in $68,653.59 out from Redevelopment District (Highway 7 Business TIF district sub-fund) •Debt Service (Bridgewalk HIA debt service sub-fund) transfers in $287,402.50 out from housing rehabilitation fund to cover debt service expenditures •Debt Service (2019C taxable GO HIA refunding debt service sub-fund) transfers in $292,535.00 out from housing rehabilitation fund to cover debt service expenditures •Debt Service (2012A taxable GO HIA debt service sub-fund) transfers in $90,008.44 out from housing rehabilitation fund to cover debt service expenditures •Debt Service (2008B general obligation tax increment debt service sub-fund) transfers in $583,681.26 out from Redevelopment District (Duke West End TIF sub- fund) to cover debt service expenditures •Capital (West 36th St / Woodale rehab street capital sub-fund) transfers in $1,626,066.60 from Redevelopment District (Elmwood Village TIF district sub-fund) related to capital expenditures •Internal Service Fund (Municipal buildings & Infrastructure fund) transfers in $850,000 out from the General fund •Internal Service Fund (Employee Benefits fund) transfers in $365,530.85 out from the city’s general fund related to personal expenditures •Internal Service Fund (Vehicle & Equipment) transfers in $616,536.18 out from the General fund •Internal Service Fund (Technology) transfers in $701,347.00 out from the General fund •Special Service District (SSD #1 sub-fund) transfers in $28,700.00 from the General fund •Affordable housing trust fund transfers in $2,212,131.00 from following Redevelopment Districts related to allowable transfers out of TIF to AHTF in 2024, $475,000 4900 Excelsior TIF District, $600,000 CSM TIF District, $630,000 Mill City TIF District, $275,000.00 from Wolfe Lake TIF District, $232,131.00 Aquila Commons TIF District Page 5 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Title: Resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds •Transfer between Debt Service sub-funds: 2010C general obligation refunding debt service fund transfers in $5,345.03 out from general obligation bond reserve debt service fund to cover debt service expenditures •Transfer between Capital sub-funds: capital sub-fund restructuring occurred in 2024 to align sub-fund with funding source to allow better tracking of revenue and expenditures. Transfer in $667,185.61 in the Sidewalk Capital sub-fund from the following $583,522.88 MSA sub-fund (f.ka. 2023 MSA sub-fund), $6,704 Franchise Fees sub-fund (f.k.a Pavement Management), $76,958.38 2024A GO Capital sub- fund. Transfer in $282,275.47 in the Street Capital sub-fund from the Sidewalk sub- fund. Transfer in $2,052,980.00 in the Street Capital sub-fund from the Franchise Fees sub-fund. Transfer in the 2024 MSA fund in the amount of $187,169.36 from the MSA Fund. Capital sub-fund transfers will result in the closing of the Sidewalk sub-fund for better sub-funds that align with the capital funding. Also, 2024 MSA sub-fund is combining with 2023 MSA sub-fund to create the MSA sub-fund. Now therefore be it resolved by the City of St. Louis Park City Council that the 2024 calendar year financial transfers in/out be approved for the completion of the city’s annual audit and annual comprehensive financial report for December 31, 2024. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Fund General Housing  Rehabilitation EDA ‐  Development Debt Service  Capital Internal  Service Funds ‐ Municipal  Buildings &  Infrastructure Internal  Service Funds ‐ Health Benefit Internal Service  Funds ‐ Vehicle &  Equipment Internal Service  Funds ‐ Technology Nonmajor  Governmental ‐  Special Service  District 1 Nonmajor  Governmental ‐ AHTF Totals Transfers out: General ‐                  ‐  ‐  ‐ ‐ 850,000          365,531          616,536 701,347 28,700 ‐ 2,562,114        Housing Rehabilitation 10,067           ‐  ‐  669,946         ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 680,013            Redevelopment District ‐                  ‐  68,654                583,681         1,626,067     ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  2,212,131       4,490,532        EDA ‐ Development 35,647           ‐  ‐  ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 35,647              COVID Fund 4,028,714     ‐  ‐  ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 4,028,714        Nonmajor Governmental ‐ AHT ‐                  718,564              ‐  ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 718,564            Water 763,937         ‐  ‐  ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 763,937            Sewer 1,026,181     ‐  ‐  ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 1,026,181        Storm Water 383,565         ‐  ‐  ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 383,565            Solid Waste 261,742         ‐  ‐  ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐  ‐  ‐  ‐ 261,742            Total transfers in 6,509,853     718,564              68,654                1,253,627     1,626,067     850,000          365,531          616,536 701,347 28,700 2,212,131       14,951,009      Transfer Out Between Sub‐Funds: Capital 3,189,610     3,189,610        Debt Service 5,345             5,345                 Total (In/Out)18,145,965      CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA Final 2024 Calendar Year Transfers December 31st, 2024 Transfers in Generally, transfers are used to (1) move revenues from the fund that collects them to the fund that the budget requires to expend them, (2) move receipts restricted to debt service from the funds collecting the receipts to a debt service  fund in accordance with bond documents, (3) move funds in accordance with the City’s adopted capital improvement plan to support project costs, and (4) use unrestricted revenues collected in the General Fund to finance various  programs accounted for in other funds in accordance with City policy. Page 6City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5b) Title: Resolution approving 2024 calendar year financial transfers to/out other funds Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5c Executive summary Title: Approve amendment to temporary premises extension - Ullsperger Brewing, LLC Recommended action: Motion to approve amendment to the temporary extension of the licensed premises for one-day events at Ullsperger Brewing, located at 2314 Louisiana Ave . S. Policy consideration: Does the applicant meet the requirements for an amendment to the temporary extension of their licensed premises for a special one-day event? Summary: On March 3, 2025, the city council approved a temporary extension of the licensed premises for Ullsperger Brewing, located at 2314 Louisiana Ave. S., for a series of ten (10) special one-day events. The dates approved included July 19, 2025. On May 21, 2025, Ullsperger Brewing contacted city staff to request a change of special event dates from July 19, 2025 to July 12, 2025. St. Louis Park City Code Section 3-106 states that “proposed enlargement or substantial alteration which changes the character of the licensed establishment or extension of a premise previously licensed shall not be allowed unless the city council approves an amendment to the liquor license”. As approved, the temporary extension of the licensed premises is valid only for the dates and times outlined in the request. Ullsperger Brewing’s request to change dates from July 19 to July 12, 2025, requires approval by the city council. Regarding the change to July 12, 2025, staff reviewed the request and found no concerns with the proposed plans, including the police and fire departments, who will ensure safety precautions are followed on the day of the events. As with the other events i n the series, the two neighboring businesses adjacent to the event will be closed during the proposed times. Ullsperger Brewing has also obtained permission from the landlord and the other businesses at the Westwood Shopping Center. Additional details about the event can be found in the staff report and attachments from the city council meeting on March 3, 2025. Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through community engagement. Supporting documents: None. Prepared by: Amanda Scott-Lerdal, deputy city clerk Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5d Executive summary Title: Approve temporary seasonal premises amendment for Haggard Barrel Brewing Company, LLC Recommended action: Motion to approve amendment to the licensed premises for Haggard Barrel Brewing Company, LLC dba Haggard Barrel, located at 6413 Cambridge Street. Policy consideration: Does the applicant meet the requirements to amend the licensed premises for the sale and service of alcohol at Haggard Barrel? Summary: Haggard Barrel Brewing Company LLC dba Haggard Barrel currently holds an on-sale brewer’s taproom liquor license as well as an off-sale brewer’s liquor license. The license holder applied for an amendment to the existing licensed premises located at 6413 Cambridge Street. The proposed amendment will add approximately 400 square feet of seasonal-use outdoor space and will provide seating for an additional eight (8) guests. A permit for the seasonal-use outdoor space has been approved by the city after review by zoning and building staff. If approved by the council, the proposed amendment to the licensed premises for the sale and service of alcohol will be valid for the duration of the patio permit. If the license holder wants to utilize the seasonal-use outdoor space in future years they will need to go through the permitting and premises amendment processes. St. Louis Park City Code Section 3-68 (a) states “each license shall be issued only for the exact rooms and square footage described in the application. A license is valid only in the compact and contiguous building or structure situated on the premises described in the license”. St. Louis Park City Code Section 3-106 states that “proposed enlargement or substantial alteration which changes the character of the licensed establishment or extension of a premises previously licensed shall not be allowed unless the city council approves an amendment to the liquor license”. All zoning and building requirements have been met and additional SAC charges have been paid to the Met Council. The applicant has provided proof of liquor liability insurance to cover the additional temporary outdoor space. Staff recommends approval of the proposed premises amendment. Financial or budget considerations: Not applicable Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Map of proposed licensed premises Prepared by: Amanda Scott-Lerdal, deputy city clerk Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager ■ . i : • ---------' 0 r-----------, I I I I I I I I I I I I I I l I : l 0 0 OD • _________________________________________________ ...J City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5d) Title: Approve temporary seasonal premises amendment for Haggard Barrel Brewing Company, LLC Page 2 Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5e Executive summary Title: Approve temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license - Church of the Holy Family Recommended action: Motion to approve a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for the Church of the Holy Family at 5900 West Lake Street on Sept. 6, 2025. Policy consideration: Does the applicant meet the requirements for issuance of a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license? Summary: The Church of the Holy Family applied for a temporary on-sale intoxicating liquor license for a fundraising event taking place on Sept. 6, 2025. The fundraiser will be held in the fenced area behind Holy Family Academy at 5900 West Lake Street and liquor will be served between noon (12:00 p.m.) and 11:00 p.m. The police department completed a background investigation and found no reason to deny the temporary license. The applicant meets all requirements for the issuance of the license and staff recommends approval. Financial or budget considerations: The fee for a temporary liquor license is $100 per day of the event. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to creating opportunities to build social capital through community engagement. Supporting documents: None. Prepared by: Amanda Scott-Lerdal, deputy city clerk Reviewed by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5f Executive summary Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street – Ward 2 Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution ordering the abatement of hazardous building located at 7436 North St., St. Louis Park, Minnesota, 55426. Policy consideration: Does the city council concur with staff’s recommendation to declare the fire-damaged property as a hazardous building and authorize the start of the abatement process to protect public health and safety? Summary: The single-family residence located at 7436 North St. suffered a catastrophic fire resulting in extensive fire, smoke and water damage throughout the entire structure. Tragically, the homeowner did not survive the event. The home is currently without a roof and fully exposed to the elements. The ongoing exposure has led to complaints from neighboring residents. With rising temperatures, the condition of the structure and burned odor is expected to deteriorate further, potentially becoming a greater public health and safety concern. Chief Building Official David Skallet has posted the structure as unsafe. City staff has contacted the deceased homeowner’s brother, who is working through the probate process in order to be appointed as the legal trustee of the estate. This legal process may take several months to complete, during which time the structure will continue to degrade and pose potential risks to the surrounding community. Financial or budget considerations: If the court approves the summary of enforcement, the city will hire a contractor to abate the conditions to bring the property into compliance. Expected costs are estimated to be $25,000-$30,000 if demolition by the city is required. This would be a temporary expenditure funded by through the Public Improvement Revolving fund until costs were recovered. The city would ask the courts for recovery of expenses through the use of property tax assessments. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Discussion, Resolution, Exhibits A, B and C Prepared by: David Skallet, chief building official Reviewed by: Brian Hoffman, director of building and energy Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Page 2 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street – Ward 2 Discussion Background: In February 2025, there was a house fire in the property located at 7436 North St. Tragically, the owner and occupant of the property passed away in the incident. The property was severely damaged by the fire. The roof was largely destroyed, leaving the structure open to the elements. Windows, doors, and walls were also damaged or destroyed. The contents of the home were almost entirely destroyed, and the internal structure was seriously damaged. Beams were exposed and partially or fully burned through, furniture and shelving collapsed, and the entire property suffered severe smoke exposure and damage. Shortly after the fire, city staff put up plywood across the door and destroyed windows to attempt to secure the property against unauthorized entry. Since the fire in February 2025, there have been no major repairs or remediations to the property, and no action has been taken to reinforce the structure against collapse or to secure the structure against water or pest intrusion. City staff has been in contact with the deceased’s brother, who has indicated that he is planning to handle the long-term probate process for the property and plans to sell the property to a third party who would be responsible for demolition or remediation. However, no action has yet been taken to remove the hazardous conditions, and to the city’s knowledge the brother has not yet initiated a probate action or been appointed as personal representative for the deceased. Present considerations: Minnesota law permits the city council to order the repair and abatement of hazardous conditions that exist within its city limits. Hazardous conditions include health, safety and fire hazards that exist because of inadequate maintenance, dilapidation, physical damage, unsanitary condition or abandonment. Minnesota Statute § 463.15, subd. 3 states, “A condition is a hazard if it affects public safety or health.” City staff believe the property at 7436 North is hazardous within the definition of Minnesota Statute § 463.15. If the city council determines that the subject property contains hazardous conditions, it may pass the resolution and direct the city attorney to sign and serve the attached order. Subsequently, the order for repair and removal of hazardous conditions will be served upon the owners and any lienholders of the property. Since the owner is deceased and does not yet have an appointed personal representative, this will be done through posting the order on the subject property, a mailing to all known people/institutions with an interest in the property, and publishing it in the city’s legal newspaper for four consecutive weeks. Next steps: The owner/estate will then have 30 days to remedy the hazardous conditions. If they fail to comply within that time period, we will seek permission from the district court to allow the city to abate the hazardous conditions. The city can seek court approval to assess the costs of the abatement against the property. If the hazardous conditions are not removed by the time the city obtains court permission to allow city abatement, the city can also assess its attorney fees against the property. Page 3 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street – Ward 2 Resolution No. 25-__ Ordering Repair or Removal of Hazardous Conditions Whereas, the city staff of the City of St. Louis Park have attempted without success to have the property owner remedy the hazardous and unsafe conditions of the property at 7436 North Street, Saint Louis Park, MN 55426, with a legal description of: Lots 43 and 44, Block 143, "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park", Together with the Southeasterly 1/2 of vacated alley adjoining said Lots, Hennepin County, Minnesota, and a Parcel Identification Number (PID) of: 20-117-21-21-0051 (“Subject Property”); and Whereas, the St. Louis Park City Council has determined that the building on the property constitutes a hazardous property due to inadequate maintenance that constitutes a hazard to public safety or health within the meaning of Minn. Stat. § 463.15, subd. 3; and Whereas, the city council has fully considered all evidence relating to the safety hazards at the subject property. Said evidence is attached hereto as exhibits. The exhibits include the following documents: a.Exhibit A: Ownership and Encumbrance report for subject property showing that Mark G. Ralke owns the subject property, and there is an active mortgage on the subject property. b.Exhibits C-1 to C-10: Photographs of the subject property documenting fire damage. Now therefore, the city council of the city of St. Louis Park, Minnesota makes the following: Findings 1.The above recitals are incorporated as if fully set forth herein. 2.Mark G. Ralke currently owns the subject property in fee title. Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation currently is the lienholder of record with a mortgage on the subject property. 3.The subject property contains a residential home. 4.The Minnesota State Building Code requires that all structures, and all parts of structures, “shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition.” Minn. R. 1300.0225; see also St. Louis Park City Code § 6-66(a) (adopting the Minnesota state building code). “All devices or safeguards required by this code shall be maintained in conformance with the code editions under which the devices or safeguards are installed.” Minn. R. 1300.0225. 5.The subject property sustained extensive physical damage due to a fire on February 25, 2025. The fire destroyed a significant portion of the home, including most of the roof, compromising the structural integrity and safety of the building. Most of the home interior is now exposed to the elements due to the roof damage and unfit for habitation. Damaged windows and Page 4 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street – Ward 2 entryways have been secured with plywood, but no additional measures have been taken to prevent unauthorized entry into the structure posing a risk of injury. Based on the extent of fire damage, repair or restoration of the home to allow for safe habitation appears unlikely, potentially requiring demolition. 6.No repairs, remediation or demolition has been completed to the Subject Property since the fire on February 25, 2025. No building permits have issued to the Subject Property. Conditions have continued to deteriorate in the intervening time. Decision Now therefore, be it resolved by the city council of the city of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, based upon the information received and the above findings, the following: 1.The subject property contains violations of city code and the Minnesota Building Code. 2.The subject property, which is located in St. Louis Park, Hennepin County, constitutes a health and safety hazard within the meaning of Minnesota Chapter 463. Specifically, the subject property contains conditions, fire damage, structural decay, a lack of security against pest or weather intrusion, a lack of security against unauthorized access, and a lack of maintenance that constitute a hazard to public safety or health. Minn. Stat. § 463.15, subd. 3. 3.Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes § 463.16 et seq., the city hereby adopts and approves the Order for Repair and Removal of Hazardous Conditions attached hereto as Exhibit C. 4.The city’s legal counsel, Campbell Knutson, P.A., 860 Blue Gentian Road, Suite 290, Eagan, Minnesota 55121, is directed to serve the Order for Repair and Removal of Hazardous Conditions and to proceed with enforcement in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 463.15 et seq. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Date: Number: Class/DescriptionFile Number AmountClient's File #Transactee Memo 06/04/2025 Land Title, Inc. 2200 County Road C West Suite 2205 Roseville, MN 55113 651.638.1900 Campbell Knutson 860 Blue Gentian Road Suite 290 Eagan, MN 55121 120024 Invoice 7436 North Street, Saint Louis Park, MN 55426 Ralke, Mark Property Report $90.00714850 Total $90.00 $90.00Total Due When you provide a check as payment, you authorize us to use information from the check to make a one-time electronic fund transfer from your account. In certain circumstances, such as for technical or processing reasons, we may process your payment as a check transaction. Due Upon Receipt City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 5 LT File Number: 714850 Page 1 of 2 LT File Number: 714850 Report prepared on: June 4, 2025 Prepared for: Campbell Knutson 860 Blue Gentian Road Suite 290 Eagan, MN 55121 Attn: Stuart Teigen Client File No.: PROPERTY REPORT Applicant:Mark G. Ralke Property Address:7436 North Street, Saint Louis Park, MN 55426 County:Hennepin State:Minnesota Property Type:Abstract Property LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lots 43 and 44, Block 143, "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park", Together with the Southeasterly 1/2 of vacated alley adjoining said Lots, Hennepin County, Minnesota. APPARENT RECORD OWNER: Mark G. Ralke WARRANTY DEED: Sambath Sou, single to Mark G. Ralke ; DOCUMENT NO.: 7081209; DATED: January 29, 1999; FILED: March 19, 1999. OPEN MORTGAGES AND LIENS: 1. MORTGAGE: Mark G. Ralke, an unmarried person , to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Freedom Mortgage Corporation, a New Jersey corporation; Document No.: A09914751; Dated: January 25, 2013; Filed: February 16, 2013; Amount: $57,493.00. TAX INFORMATION: Tax I.D. No.: 20-117-21-21-0051 Taxes for the year 2025: $3,173.56, Total, are 1st 1/2 Paid, 2nd 1/2 Due Delinquent Tax: None Base Tax: $3,173.56 (Homestead) Estimated Market Value: $247,900.00 Assessed in the name of: Mark G. Ralke NAME SEARCHES: There are no unsatisfied judgments and notices of Federal or State Tax Liens docketed in Hennepin County District Court, and the Hennepin County Recorder’s office appearing against the following names (through the date interest was conveyed out): Mark G. Ralke Except as follows: None City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 6 LT File Number: 714850 Page 2 of 2 POSTED EFFECTIVE DATE: May 22, 2025 This Property Report is not a title examination, title opinion, title insurance commitment or title insurance policy. This report is furnished for the use and benefit of the requesting party. The liability of the reporting company caused by inaccuracies contained herein is limited to the amount paid for in said report. Land Title, Inc.  2200 West County Road C, Suite 2205, Roseville, MN 55113  phone (651) 638-1900  fax (651) 697-6185  landtitleinc.com City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5Ĩ) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 7 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 8 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 9 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 10 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 11 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 12 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 13 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 14 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 15 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 16 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 17 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 18 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 19 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 20 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 21 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 22 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 23 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 24 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 25 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 26 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 27 City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 28 236273v1 236273v3 EXHIBIT C CITY OF ST. LOUIS PARK Order of the City Council of St. Louis Park, Hennepin County, Minnesota concerning Hazardous building on the property Located at: 7436 North Street, Saint Louis Park, MN 55426 Legally described as: Lots 43 and 44, Block 143, "Rearrangement of St. Louis Park", Together with the Southeasterly 1/2 of vacated alley adjoining said Lots, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Parcel Identification Number (PID): 20-117-21-21-0051 TO: Mark G. Ralke, Owner in Fee Simple of the Subject Property; and CC: Thomas H. Ralke, Brother and Presumptive Next-of-Kin to Owner of the Subject Property. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes § 463.15, et seq., the City of St. Louis Park City Council, having duly considered the matter, found the above-described property to be hazardous through the passage of Resolution No. ___. City staff have observed the conditions present at 7436 North Street, St. Louis Park, MN 55426 [hereinafter: subject property]. Their observations revealed that the subject property constitutes a hazardous property within the meaning of Minnesota Chapter 463. Specifically, the city council found that the subject property sustained extensive fire damage on February 25, 2025, is no longer habitable, and in disrepair in such a way as to constitute a hazard to public safety or health within the meaning of Minn. Stat. § 463.15, subd. 3. Pursuant to the foregoing, in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 463.17, unless the hazardous conditions listed above are removed within thirty (30) days of the date of this Order, the city shall cause the hazardous conditions on the subject property to be removed. The removal of the above-reference hazardous conditions requires, at minimum, securing the building against entry and pest intrusion, repair or removal of damaged structural elements and weatherproofing, and removal of fire-damaged remnants, and may require demolition of the building and foundation and backfilling of excavation. If you fail to remedy the hazardous conditions, the city will seek permission from the District Court for the city to do so. The city will move the District Court for summary enforcement of this Order pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 463.19 unless you remedy the situation within said thirty (30) day period or unless an answer is filed within twenty (20) days of service City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 29 236273v1 236273v3 of this Order upon you pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 463.18. Any answer filed must specifically deny sufficient facts presented in this Order to raise a material question as to the presence or absence of hazardous conditions. Upon enforcement of the Order by the city, all costs expended by the city including reasonable attorneys’ fees will be assessed against the real property and collected as other taxes as provided in Minn. Stat. § 463.21. If you fail to remedy the hazardous conditions, you must remove all personal property or fixtures necessary for the removal of the deck, if any, within thirty (30) days of service of this Order upon you pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 463.24. If said personal property or fixtures are not removed within that by time, then the city may sell the personal property or fixtures at public auction as provided in Minn. Stat. § 463.21 or the city may destroy the same. CAMPBELL KNUTSON Professional Association Dated: June 11, 2025 By /s/ John S. Brooksbank John S. Brooksbank (#0402593) Grand Oak Office Center I 860 Blue Gentian Road, Suite 290 Eagan, MN 55121 Telephone: (651) 234-6235 jbrooksbank@ck-law.com Attorney for City of Saint Louis Park City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5f) Title: Resolution declaring hazardous building at 7436 North Street - Ward 2 Page 30 Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5g Executive summary Title: Resolution supporting and prioritizing 2026 capital budget requests to the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution establishing project priority for 2026 capital budget requests. Policy consideration: Does the city council support the staff-recommended prioritization for these three capital projects in its submission to the Governor’s capital budget? Summary: The recommended action is a step in the process to apply for financial support from the state. The State of Minnesota' s capital budget is primarily funded by issuing state general obligation bonds. It includes grants to local governments to acquire and improve public lands and buildings and other public improvements of a capital nature. This means projects must: •be for a public purpose, •be publicly owned, •have a purpose clearly set forth in the law, and •constitute capital expenditures. Capital Improvement Project (CIP) requests are due on June 13, 2025 and may be edited until Oct. 17, 2025. When a city submits more than one request, it is asked to prioritize them by approving a resolution. Staff recommends the following prioritization for the projects submitted: Priority 1: Oxford/ Louisiana area infrastructure investment Priority 2: Wayzata/Zarthan/16th Street improvements Financial or budget considerations: Details regarding the estimated cost for these two projects are included in the discussion section of the report. If the city is successful in its request for state funding, 50% of the funding identified in the current CIP would come from the state, lowering the burden on local resources. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Oxford/Louisiana one pager Wayzata/Zarthan/16th Street one pager Prepared by: Clancy Ferris, legislative & grants analyst Reviewed by: Cheyenne Brodeen, administrative services director Amelia Cruver, finance director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5g) Page 2 Title: Resolution supporting and prioritizing 2026 capital budget requests to the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget Discussion Background: The capital budget process begins in odd-numbered years with the collection of requests from state agencies and local units of government. The Minnesota Department of Management and Budget (MMB) issues instructions to agencies on how to submit capital budget requests in May of the year preceding its submission to the legislature. All local unit of government and political subdivision capital project requests are due to MMB by June 13, 2025. When a city submits more than one request, it is asked to prioritize them by approving a resolution. The city has until Oct. 17, 2025 to edit its requests and include this prioritization. The two projects are: • Oxford/Louisiana area infrastructure investment • Wayzata/Zarthan/16th Street improvements In addition, it is common for project proposers to work with their area legislators to have bills introduced that authorize state bonds for the project. While these bills are not passed individually, they do draw attention to the issue and often receive brief hearings to allow the proposal to be explained. Present considerations: November 2025, staff presented the two projects, Oxford/Louisiana and Wayzata/Zarthan, to our delegation including Representative Kraft, Representative Youakim and County Commissioner Greene. In January 2025, staff led a bonding tour of the two road construction projects hosting Representative Lee, co-chair of the capital investment committee, Representative Kraft and Representative Youakim. In March 2025, both bonding projects were introduced to the House Capital Investment Committee by Representative Kraft and Representative Youakim. The state legislature concluded its special session on June 10, 2025 and, as part of that work, passed a capital improvement bill. Unfortunately, no local projects were included in the bill. In May 2025, staff submitted both projects to the congressional offices of Senator Klobuchar, Senator Smith, and Representative Omar for Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS). We do not expect to hear back on these projects until after a federal budget is passed. Next steps: If the council supports the staff recommendation, the resolution will be submitted to the MMB as part of the application packet. Here are some key dates for the process: June 13, 2025 All local unit of government requests are due to MMB. July 15, 2025 MMB submits all local units of government requests and state agency preliminary requests to the legislature. October 17, 2025 Final edits to local government requests are due to MMB. January 15, 2026 Governor Walz submits 2026 Capital Budget Recommendations to the legislature and MMB publishes all requests. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5g) Page 3 Title: Resolution supporting and prioritizing 2026 capital budget requests to the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget Resolution No. 25 -__ Approving prioritization of 2026 capital budget requests to the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget Be it resolved by the city council (the “city council”) of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota (the “city”) as follows: Whereas the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget begins the capital budget process in odd-numbered years with the collection of requests from state agencies and local units of government; and Whereas the City of St. Louis Park plans to submit two capital improvement project requests for consideration for inclusion in Governor Walz’s 2026 capital budget recommendations to the legislature, Now therefore, be it resolved that the City of St. Louis Park supports the submittal of these capital budget requests, that the city council accepts the responsibility of matching an equal to or greater than 50 percent of the eligible costs of the project and that the following is the project priority: Priority 1: Oxford/Louisiana area infrastructure investment Priority 2: Wayzata/Zarthan/16th Street improvements Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk This project is needed to repair existing infrastructure, remove barriers to active transportation and transit, and promote environmental sustainability and climate preparedness. This project will: 1.Increase transportation access to under-served populations a.The area is home to over 1,000 affordable housing units b.27 percent of residents in area identified as people of color in the 2020 census. This is high when compared to 22.8 percent citywide c. Sidewalk construction will fill in gaps in the network creating connections where none exist today d. Sidewalk construction will connect over 12,000 employees in the area to transit, both transit route 612 and the future Metro Green Line Extension stop making it easier and more attractive to use transit 2.Improve neighborhood livability and community connection a.Creates connections to homes, Cedar Lake regional trail, local businesses and parks. b.New roundabout at the intersection estimated to reduce vehicle emissions by 25%. c.Air quality will be improved by safer access to walking, biking, and transit 3. Reduce downstream pollution and promote climate resiliency a.Minnehaha Creek discharges into the Mississippi River, which provides nearly 20 million people with drinking water and supports a diversity of wildlife b.Currently, the area drains directly into Minnehaha Creek, untreated c.New infrastructure would remove pollutants prior to discharge into the creek, creating safer drinking water and habitat for those downstream d.Building regional flood protection to remove critical infrastructure out of the flood zone, including Methodist Hospital and public roadways These roadways were last constructed in 1973 and have far exceeded their design life. Reconstruction is necessary because routine maintenance activities such as bituminous overlays and crack seals are no longer cost-effective. The total project cost is $13.8 million. The city is requesting 50% of the project cost in state funds and will match the remainder with local funds. This project is included in the city’s capital improvement plan. Prepared by: •Repairs and modernizes roadways with regional and local significance. •Enhances transit and pedestrian accessibility to Methodist Hospital, a major hospital serving the Minneapolis- St. Paul area located two blocks south of this project. •New stormwater infrastructure would remove pollutants from stormwater. •Provides flood storage, removing critical infrastructure out of the flood zone •Removes barriers for sustainable, non-motorized transportation •Supports equitable and affordable transportation alternatives •Advances the city’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2040 •Improves air quality for surrounding neighborhoods Project benefits: APPLICANT: City of St. Louis Park AREA: Southwest St. Louis Park CITY WHERE PROJECT IS LOCATED: St. Louis Park COUNTY WHERE PROJECT IS LOCATED: Hennepin REQUESTED AWARD AMOUNT: $6,900,000 TOTAL PROJECT COST: $13,800,000 OXFORD AND LOUISIANA AREA INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT Encouraging community connection, preventing pollution and promoting climate resilancy These roadways provide regional movement of goods and connections to commerce. 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Redevelopment of the private buildings will provide an economic benefit to area taxpayers along with a variety of housing options for people who would like to live in St. Louis Park. The new buildings will be more efficient, thus helping with the city’s climate action goals. The roĂĚ ƌĞĐŽŶƐƚƌƵĐƚŝŽŶ ĂŶĚ ŶĞǁ sidewalk construction will help residents, employees, and visitors make their way around the city safely. This project is needed to repair existing infrastructure, remove barriers to access active transportation, transit, affordable housing, commercial and job centers. This project will: 1.Increase transportation access to under-served populations a.The area is home to around 839 affordable housing units b.25.7 percent of residents in the area identified as people of color in the 2020 census. This is high when compared to 22.8 percent citywide. c.Planned bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure will significantly improve multi-modal experience in the area. d.This project will create walking, biking and transit connections for over 16,000 employees in the area. 2.Improve neighborhood livability and community connection a.The new roundabouts at Zarthan Ave/ 16th St and Gamble Dr/ 16th St are expected to reduce fuel consumption and reduce vehicle emissions by 25%. b.Air quality will be improved by safer access to walking, biking, and transit. 3.Encourage walking, biking, transit and regional connection. a.Existing roadway design prioritized vehicle traffic and did not consider other users. b.Three Rivers has proposed a north south regional connection is adjacent to Wayzata Blvd. Connecting the Luce line Trail, North Cedar Lake trail and South Cedar Lake trail. c.The city’s bicycle plan includes a multi-use trail connection along all road segments which will fill in gaps in the city's network. d.Planned bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure will significantly improve multi-modal experience in the area. These roadways were last constructed over 30 years ago and are in need of pavement replacement and modernization. The total project cost is $8.1 million. The city is requesting 50% of the project cost in state funds and will match the remainder with local funds. This project is included in the city’s capital improvement plan in 2027. Prepared by: •Repairs and modernizes roadways with regional and local significance. •Enhances accessibility to affordable housing, jobs, and commercial land uses. •Advances the city’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2040 •Removes barriers for sustainable, non-motorized transportation •Improves safety for pedestrians and bicyclists. •Supports equitable and affordable transportation alternatives •Improves air quality for surrounding neighborhoods Project benefits: APPLICANT: City of St. Louis Park AREA: North central St. Louis Park CITY WHERE PROJECT LOCATED: St. Louis Park COUNTY WHERE PROJECT IS LOCATED: Hennepin REQUESTED AWARD AMOUNT: $4,050,000 TOTAL PROJECT COST: $8,100,000 WAYZATA BLVD/ ZARTHAN AVE/ 16TH STREET IMPROVEMENTS Improving connections to affordable housing, commercial land uses and job centers. These roadways provide regional movement of goods and connections to commerce. They’re currently used by approximately 13,000 to 21,500 vehicles per day, with 69 to 79% of that traffic coming from outside of St. Louis Park. Providing local and regional connections to I-394 and TH100. The project infrastructure reconstruction and multimodal improvements will significantly contribute to a state of good repair, reduce travel delays, and create connections. 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Including affordable rental housing, office buildings, restaurants, and shopping. The road reconstruction and trail construction will help residents, employees, and visitors make their way around the city safely. Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5h Executive summary Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution of support for Sherman Associates’ bond application to the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget (MMB), requesting that MMB allocate multifamily housing revenue bonds to Sherman’s affordable housing component within its larger Beltline Station redevelopment. Policy consideration: Does the city council support Sherman Associates’ application for an allocation of multifamily housing revenue bonds through the MMB to help finance the affordable housing component within Sherman’s Beltline Station redevelopment? Summary: Sherman Associates has requested the city council adopt a resolution of support for an application to MMB to allocate approximately $14.1 million in multifamily housing conduit revenue bonds, through the City of St. Louis Park, for construction of the affordable housing building (Building 2) within the 380-unit Beltline Station redevelopment. As previously discussed during the Economic Development Authority (EDA) and city council meetings on May 19, 2025, these bonds would help finance construction of a proposed 82-unit multifamily rental housing building with 39 units affordable to households earning up to 60% of area median income (AMI), 23 units affordable to households earning up to 50% AMI, and 20 units affordable to households earning up to 30% AMI. The 20 units at 30% AMI would be accompanied by project based vouchers (PBVs) from the St. Louis Park Housing Authority. The total project blended AMI rent is below 50% AMI. The development will have an extended affordability period of 40 years. This is the first step of the process for Sherman Associates to secure an allocation of housing revenue bonds from MMB. Provided the council adopts the proposed resolution of support to serve as the conduit for these bonds, Sherman Associates and the City of St. Louis Park will apply to MMB for an allocation of bonds on June 30, 2025. If MMB allocates bonds to the project, a public hearing will be held in the future; prior to issuance of bonds. Financial or budget considerations: Issuance of these bonds would not impact the city’s debt capacity, would not constitute a general or moral obligation of the city, and would not be secured by the taxing powers of the city or any assets or property of the city. Sherman Associates will pay an initial $5,000 administrative fee to the city prior to seeking an allocation of bonds through MMB. If the financing goes forward, Sherman Associates will pay an administrative fee of 1% of the outstanding principal of the bonds. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to providing a broad range of housing and neighborhood oriented development. Supporting documents: Resolution, Exhibit A Prepared by: Dean Porter-Nelson, redevelopment administrator Reviewed by: Greg Hunt, economic development manager Karen Barton, community development director, EDA executive director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Page 2 Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 Resolution No. 25-___________ Granting preliminary approval to the issuance of conduit revenue bonds for the benefit of Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership to finance the costs of a multifamily rental housing facility under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 462C, as amended; calling for a public hearing; establishing compliance with certain reimbursement regulations under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended; and taking other actions in connection therewith Be it resolved by the city council (city council) of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota (city) as follows: Section 1. Recitals. 1.01. The city is a home rule charter city and political subdivision duly organized and existing under its charter and the constitution and laws of the State of Minnesota (state). 1.02. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, chapter 462C, as amended (housing act), the city is authorized to carry out the public purposes described in the housing act by issuing conduit revenue bonds to finance or refinance multifamily rental housing developments located within the city. 1.03 Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership, a Minnesota limited partnership (borrower), has proposed that the city issue its taxable or tax-exempt revenue bonds, pursuant to the housing act, in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $14,500,000, in one or more series at one time or from time to time (bonds). 1.04. The proceeds of the bonds are proposed to be loaned by the city to the borrower to be applied by the borrower to (i) finance the acquisition, construction, and equipping of an approximately 82-unit multifamily rental housing development and facilities functionally related and subordinate thereto to be located at or about 3120 Monterey Avenue South in the city (project); (ii) fund one or more reserve funds to secure the timely payment of the bonds, if necessary; (iii) pay interest on the bonds during the construction of the project, if necessary; and (iv) pay certain costs of issuing the bonds. 1.05. As a condition to the issuance of the bonds, the city must adopt a housing program providing the information required by section 462C.03, subdivision 1a of the housing act (housing program) and under section 462C.04, subdivision 2, of the housing act, a public hearing must be held on the housing program after one publication of notice in a newspaper circulating generally in the city, at least 15 days before the hearing. 1.06. Under section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (code), prior to the issuance of the bonds a public hearing duly noticed must be held by the city council. Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Page 3 Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 1.07. Under section 146 of the code, the bonds must receive an allocation of the bonding authority of the state. An application for such an allocation must be made pursuant to the requirements of Minnesota Statutes, chapter 474A, as amended (allocation act), and preliminary approval of the issuance of the bonds by the city council is sufficient to authorize the submission of an application to the office of Minnesota Management and Budget for an allocation of bonding authority with respect to the bonds to finance the project. 1.08. The borrower has represented that the project will constitute a “50 percent AMI residential rental project” within the meaning of Minnesota Statutes, section 474a.002, subdivision 31. Section 2. Preliminary findings. Based on representations made by the borrower to the city to date, the city council hereby makes the following preliminary findings, determinations, and declarations: (a) The project consists of the acquisition, construction, and equipping of a multifamily rental housing development designed and intended to be used for rental occupancy. The project furthers the purposes set forth in the housing act and the project constitutes a “multifamily housing development” within the meaning of section 462C.02, subdivision 5 of the housing act. (b) The proceeds of the bonds will be loaned to the borrower and the proceeds of the loan will be applied to: (i) the acquisition, construction, and equipping of the project; (ii) the funding of one or more reserve funds to secure the timely payment of the bonds, if necessary; (iii) the payment of interest on the bonds during the construction of the project, if necessary; and (iv) the payment of the costs of issuing the bonds. The city will enter into one or more loan agreements (or other revenue agreement) with the borrower requiring loan repayments from the borrower in amounts sufficient to repay the loan when due and requiring the borrower to pay all costs of maintaining and insuring the project, including taxes thereon. (c) In preliminarily authorizing the issuance of the bonds and the financing of the acquisition, construction, and equipping of the project and related costs, the city’s purpose is to further the policies of the housing act. (d) The bonds will be special, limited obligations of the city payable solely from the revenues pledged to the payment thereof under the loan agreements (or other revenue agreement) referred to above, and will not be a general or moral obligation of the city and will not be secured by or payable from revenues derived from any exercise of the taxing powers of the city. Section 3. Public hearing. The city council will conduct a public hearing on the housing program, the project, and the issuance of the bonds by the city at a regular or special meeting on a date to be determined by the city staff in order to meet publication requirements in accordance with applicable law. Notice of such hearing (public notice) will be published as required by section 462C.04, subdivision 2 of the housing act and Section 147(f) of the Code. The city clerk is hereby authorized and directed to publish the public notice, in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, in the Sun Sailor, the official newspaper and a newspaper of general circulation in the city, in accordance with applicable law. The public notice will provide a general, functional description of the project, as well as the maximum aggregate face amount of the bonds to be Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Page 4 Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 issued for the purposes referenced above, the identity of the initial owner, operator, or manager of the project, and the location of the project. The public notice is authorized to be published on a date at least 15 days before the meeting of the city council at which the public hearing will take place. At the public hearing reasonable opportunity will be provided for interested individuals to express their views, both orally and in writing, on the project and the proposed issuance of the bonds. Section 4. Housing program. Kutak Rock LLP, Minneapolis, Minnesota, acting as bond counsel to the city (bond counsel), shall prepare a draft housing program to authorize the issuance by the city of up to approximately $14,500,000 in revenue bonds in one or more series to finance the acquisition, construction, and equipping of the project by the borrower. City staff is hereby authorized to review and approve the housing program. Section 5. Submission of an application for an allocation of bonding authority. The city council hereby authorizes the submission of an application for allocation of bonding authority pursuant to section 146 of the code and the allocation act in accordance with the requirements of the allocation act. The mayor, city manager, finance director, and city staff and bond counsel are hereby authorized and directed to take all actions, in cooperation with the borrower, as are necessary to submit an application for an allocation of bonding authority to Minnesota Management and Budget. Section 6. Preliminary approval. The city council hereby provides preliminary approval to the issuance of the bonds in the approximate aggregate principal amount of up to $14,500,000 to finance all or a portion of the costs of the project pursuant to the housing program of the city, subject to: (i) a public hearing as required by the housing act and section 147(f) of the code; (ii) receipt of an allocation of the bonding authority from the state; (iii) final approval by the city council following the preparation of bond documents; and (iv) final determination by the city council that the financing of the project and the issuance of bonds are in the best interests of the city. Section 7. Reimbursement of costs under the code. 7.01. The United States Department of the Treasury has promulgated regulations governing the use of the proceeds of tax-exempt bonds, all or a portion of which are to be used to reimburse the city or the borrower for project expenditures paid prior to the date of issuance of such bonds. Those regulations (Treasury Regulations, section 1.150-2) (regulations) require that the city adopt a statement of official intent to reimburse an original expenditure not later than 60 days after payment of the original expenditure. The regulations also generally require that the bonds be issued and the reimbursement allocation made from the proceeds of the bonds occur within 18 months after the later of: (i) the date the expenditure is paid; or (ii) the date the project is placed in service or abandoned, but in no event more than three years after the date the expenditure is paid. The regulations generally permit reimbursement of capital expenditures and costs of issuance of the bonds. 7.02. To the extent any portion of the proceeds of the bonds will be applied to expenditures with respect to the project, the city reasonably expects to reimburse the borrower for the expenditures made for costs of the project from the proceeds of the bonds after the date Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Page 5 Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 of payment of all or a portion of such expenditures. All reimbursed expenditures shall be capital expenditures, costs of issuance of the bonds, or other expenditures eligible for reimbursement under section 1.150-2(d)(3) of the regulations and also qualifying expenditures under the housing act. 7.03. Based on representations by the borrower, other than (i) expenditures to be paid or reimbursed from sources other than the bonds, (ii) expenditures permitted to be reimbursed under prior regulations pursuant to the transitional provision contained in section 1.150- 2(j)(2)(i)(B) of the regulations, (iii) expenditures constituting preliminary expenditures within the meaning of section 1.150-2(f)(2) of the regulations, or (iv) expenditures in a “de minimus” amount (as defined in section 1.150-2(f)(1) of the regulations), no expenditures with respect to the project to be reimbursed with the proceeds of the bonds have been made by the borrower more than 60 days before the date of adoption of this resolution of the city. 7.04. Based on representations by the borrower, as of the date hereof, there are no funds of the borrower reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside (or reasonably expected to be reserved, allocated on a long-term basis, or otherwise set aside), to provide permanent financing for the expenditures related to the project to be financed from proceeds of the bonds, other than pursuant to the issuance of the bonds. This resolution, therefore, is determined to be consistent with the budgetary and financial circumstances of the borrower as they exist or are reasonably foreseeable on the date hereof. Section 8. Costs. The borrower will pay the administrative fees of the city and pay, or, upon demand, reimburse the city for payment of any and all costs incurred by the city in connection with the project and the issuance of the bonds whether or not the bonds are issued. Section 9. Commitment conditional. The adoption of this resolution does not constitute a guarantee or a firm commitment that the city will issue the bonds as requested by the borrower and approval of the bonds is contingent, among other things on the conditions described in section 6 hereof. If, as a result of information made available to or obtained by the city during its review of the project, it appears that the project or the issuance of bonds to finance or refinance the costs thereof is not in the public interest or is inconsistent with the purposes of the housing act, the city reserves the right to decline to give final approval to the issuance of the bonds. The city also retains the right, in its sole discretion, to withdraw from participation and accordingly not issue the bonds should the city council, at any time prior to the issuance thereof, determine that it is in the best interests of the city not to issue the bonds or should the parties to the transaction be unable to reach agreement as to the terms and conditions of any of the documents for the transaction. Section 10. Effective date. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Page 6 Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Page 7 Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 Exhibit A Notice of public hearing Notice of public hearing on a housing program for a multifamily rental housing project and the issuance of conduit revenue bonds for the benefit of Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership Notice is hereby given that the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota (city) will conduct a public hearing on Monday, ___________, 2025 at or after 6:15 p.m., at city hall, located at 5005 Minnetonka Boulevard in the city, on (i) a proposal by Beltline Apartments Limited Partnership, a Minnesota limited partnership (borrower), that the city finance the acquisition, construction, and equipping of an approximately 82-unit multifamily rental housing development and facilities functionally related and subordinate thereto to be located at or about 3120 Monterey Avenue South in the city (project), by the issuance of conduit revenue bonds or other obligations, in one or more series at one time or from time to time (bonds) pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, chapter 462C, as amended (housing act); and (ii) the adoption of a housing program for the bonds. The borrower proposes to use the proceeds of the bonds to (i) finance all or a portion of the costs of the project; (ii) fund one or more reserve funds to secure the timely payment of the bonds, if necessary; (iii) pay interest on the bonds during the construction of the project, if necessary; and (iv) pay certain costs of issuing the bonds. The project will be owned and operated by the borrower. The estimated maximum aggregate principal amount of the bonds to be issued to finance the project is $14,500,000. The bonds or other obligations if and when issued will not constitute a charge, lien or encumbrance upon any property of the city, and will be payable solely from revenues of the project and will not be backed by the full faith and credit of the city but will be payable solely from sums paid by the borrower pursuant to a revenue agreement. On the date of or on a date following the public hearing, the city council will consider a resolution approving a housing program prepared in accordance with the requirements of the housing act and granting approval to the issuance of the bonds. A copy of the housing program will be on file at city hall, Monday through Friday during the city’s normal business hours until the date of the public hearing. At the time and place fixed for the public hearing, the city council will give all persons who appear or submit comments in writing to the city council prior to the hearing an opportunity to express their views with respect to the proposal. In addition, interested persons may file written comments respecting the proposal with the city to the attention of the city manager at or prior to said public hearing. Dated: ____________, 2025 Economic development authority meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5h) Page 8 Title: Resolution of support for an affordable housing revenue bond request to the State of Minnesota for Beltline Station - Ward 1 By order of the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota /s/ Melissa Kennedy City Clerk City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5i Executive summary Title: Resolutions authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolutions: • Rescinding Resolutions No. 97-158 and 11-136, removing existing parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street • Authorizing parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue near the intersection of 37th Street • Authorizing parking restrictions on the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick avenues Policy consideration: Does the city council support the changes to the on-street parking on 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick Avenues to improve on-street parking for residents of 6027 37th Street (Union Park Flats apartments) and truck turning operations for 3600 Alabama Avenue (Nordic Ware)? Summary: The city received a request this spring to remove the “10-minute parking” areas on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street adjacent to the newly completed Union Park Flats apartments (6027 37th Street) to allow longer duration on-street parking for residents of the apartments. Shortly after the request to remove the “10-minute parking” areas, staff received a request from Nordic Ware (3600 Alabama Avenue) to restrict parking along the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick Avenues. Semi-trucks leaving the warehouse facility of Nordic Ware turn onto 37th Street to circle back to Alabama Avenue to gain access to Highway 7 and Trunk Highway 100. On-street parking along the south side of 37th Street impedes the turn movements of semi-trucks. Staff engaged representatives from both Union Park Flats apartments and Nordic Ware to understand their parking and access needs. The traffic committee recommends approval of the attached resolutions, which restrict parking near the intersections of 37th Street at Alabama and Brunswick to improve semi-truck turning while increasing on-street parking adjacent to the Union Park Flats apartments. Financial or budget considerations: The cost of installing the traffic controls is estimated to be $1,000 and will come out of the general operating budget. 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: Resolutions 25-067, 25-068 and 25-069; Resolutions No. 97-158 and 11-136 to be rescinded; location map Prepared by: Jack Sullivan, engineering project manager Kerrwin Dempsey, engineering technician III Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5i) Page 2 Title: Resolutions authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 Discussion Background: The city received a request this spring to remove the “10-minute parking” areas on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street adjacent to the newly completed Union Park Flats apartments (6027 37th Street) to allow longer duration on-street parking for residents of the building. The “10-minute parking” signage was installed on Alabama Avenue in 1997 and was expanded in 2011 to include 37th Street to address pick-up and drop-off activities for the daycare facility located in the Union Congregational Church (3700 Alabama Avenue). In 2023, the north end of the church was demolished and the daycare center vacated to allow room for the construction of the Union Park Flats apartment, a 60-unit affordable apartment building. With the daycare no longer active at the site, the “10-minute parking” is no longer needed and is recommended to be removed to allow more on-street parking. The apartment building was completed in early 2025 and became fully occupied in the spring of 2025. The full occupancy of the apartment building resulted in more on-street parking along the south side of 37th Street, as this is the main entrance of the apartment building. The increase in on-street parking along the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick avenues led to a request from Nordic Ware semi-truck drivers to restrict parking near the intersections of 37th Street at Alabama and Brunswick avenues to allow for truck turning movements. Trucks leaving the warehouse for Nordic Ware at 3600 Alabama Avenue travel south on Alabama Avenue and then need to turn left onto 37th Street to avoid the neighborhood traffic circles at Brunswick Avenue/Oxford Street and Brunswick Avenue/Goodrich Avenue. These truck movements require vehicles to be parked a distance from the intersections to allow semi-trucks to safely and efficiently navigate the intersections. Present consideration: Staff engaged representatives from both Union Park Flats apartments and Nordic Ware to understand their parking and access needs. Staff observed how both properties use 37th Street to help craft parking restrictions that would improve both resident parking and semi-truck operations. The traffic committee discussed this request and recommended changes to parking to address their concerns. The adjacent property owners have reviewed and support the recommended changes to the on-street parking. To implement the new parking restrictions, the following actions need to occur: • Rescind Resolution No. 97-158: This resolution was passed in 1997. It installed “10- minute parking” along the west side of Alabama Avenue south of 37th Street and “No parking anytime” in the northwest corner of the intersection and on the east side of Alabama Avenue. These “No Parking Anytime” restrictions should remain. A new resolution is included to reestablish these restrictions. • Rescind Resolution No. 11-136: This resolution was passed in 2011. It installed “10- minute parking” on the south side of 37th Street west of Alabama Avenue for 200 feet. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5i) Page 3 Title: Resolutions authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 • Adopt Resolution No. 25-068 to reinstate the “No parking anytime” restrictions in the northwest corner of the intersection of Alabama Avenue and 37th Street and on the east side of Alabama Avenue. • Adopt Resolution No. 25-069 to create the following four zones along the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick avenues: o No Parking anytime – 120 feet from the east curb line of Brunswick Avenue o Loading Only – 25 feet directly in front of the main entrance to Union Park Flats Apartments to allow ride-share and other pick-up and drop-off activities o 66 feet of parking just east of the loading-only zone o No Parking anytime – 120 feet from the west curb line of Alabama Avenue Next steps: If approved by the council, the signage will be installed in June 2025 by city crews. City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5i) Page 4 Title: Resolutions authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 Resolution No. 25-067 Rescind Resolutions No. 97-158 and 11-136 restricting parking near the intersection of Alabama Avenue and 37th Street Whereas, the city received requests to consider changes to on-street parking near the intersection of Alabama Avenue and 37th Street and along the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick Avenues; and Whereas, existing “10-minute parking 6AM-6PM Mon-Fri” parking restrictions along the west side of Alabama Avenue south of 37th Street were approved per Resolution No. 97-158 to address pick-up and drop-off activities for the business at 3700 Alabama Avenue and included no parking on Alabama Avenue not related to the adjacent land use; and Whereas, existing “10-minute” parking restrictions along the south side of 37th Street west of Alabama Avenue were approved per Resolution No. 11-136 to address pick-up and drop-off activities for the business at 3700 Alabama Avenue; and Whereas, the 10-minute parking restrictions are no longer needed due to changes in adjacent land use; and Whereas, the “No Parking” restriction at the northwest corner of Alabama Avenue and 37th Street and on the east side of Alabama Avenue near the intersection should remain; and Whereas, the recommended changes to on-street parking near the intersection of Alabama Avenue and 37th Street and along the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick Avenues will require rescinding the two existing resolutions, Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, that: 1. Resolution No. 97-158 is rescinded 2. Resolution No. 11-136 is rescinded Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5i) Page 5 Title: Resolutions authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 Resolution No. 25-068 Authorizing parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue at 37th Street Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park received a request to remove “10-minute parking 6AM-6PM Mon-Fri” parking restrictions at 3700 Alabama Avenue; and Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park had established the various parking restrictions in Resolution 97-158; and Whereas, the traffic committee has reviewed the request and recommended the removal of “10-minute parking 6AM-6PM Mon-Fri” parking restrictions at 3700 Alabama Avenue; and Whereas, staff recommends leaving the “No Parking" restrictions on the east side of Alabama Avenue opposite 3700 Alabama Avenue and thirty feet north of 37th Street on the west side of Alabama Avenue; and Whereas, Resolution No. 97-158 was rescinded by the St. Louis Park City Council as approved in Resolution No. 25-067; and Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park will establish a new resolution to reconcile the remaining parking restrictions, Now therefore be it resolved, by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota that the engineering director is authorized to: 1. Install “No Parking" signage on the east side of Alabama Avenue beginning at a point 250 feet north of the north curb line of Oxford Street and proceeding north to a point 150 feet north of said beginning. 2. Install “No Parking" signage on the west side of Alabama Avenue beginning at the north curb line of 37th Street and proceeding north to a point 30 feet north of the north curb line of 37th Street. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5i) Page 6 Title: Resolutions authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 Resolution No. 25-069 Authorizing parking restrictions on the south side of 37th Street Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park received a request to remove “10-minute parking” parking restrictions along the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick Avenues; and Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park had established the various parking restrictions in Resolution No. 11-136; and Whereas, the traffic committee has reviewed the request and recommended the removal of “10-minute parking” parking restrictions along the south side of 37th Street between Alabama and Brunswick Avenues; and Whereas, staff recommends adding parking restrictions along the south side of 37th Street to address the parking and loading zone needs of the adjacent land use and to improve semi-truck turn movements operations on 37th Street; and Whereas, Resolution No. 11-136 was rescinded by the St. Louis Park City Council as approved in Resolution No. 25-067; and Whereas, the City of St. Louis Park will establish a new resolution to authorize parking restrictions, Now therefore be it resolved, by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota that the engineering director is authorized to: 1. Install “No Parking" signage on the south side of 37th Street beginning at the east curb line of Brunswick Avenue to a point 120 feet east. 2. Install “Loading Only” signage on the south side of 37th Street beginning at a point 120 feet east of the east curb line of Brunswick Avenue and extending for 25 feet east. 3. Install “No Parking" signage on the south side of 37th Street beginning at the west curb line of Alabama Avenue to a point 120 feet west. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Jorvig Park V) UJ > <t: s V) z ::, a:: ca -Proposed parking Proposed loading zone -Proposed no parking Existing no parking to remain Proposed 37th Street on-street parking changes 37TH ST W nion Park -• Flats Apartments City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5i) Title: Resolutions authorizing on-street parking restrictions on Alabama Avenue and 37th Street - Ward 2 Page 7 Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5j Executive summary Title: Resolution authorizing loading zone on 31st Street - Ward 1 Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the installation of a loading zone on the south side of 31st Street between Glenhurst and Inglewood Avenues. Policy consideration: Does the city council support designating loading zone along 31st Street to provide a location for vehicles to safely pull to the side of the road to conduct short-term business with the residents of the 4141 31st Street (Parkway Commons Apartments)? Summary: The property owner of Parkway Commons Apartments, 4141 31st Street, installed loading zone signage in the right of way adjacent to their property in the fall of 2024 without requesting the signage from the city. To be enforceable, parking restrictions in the right of way require approval by the city. Communication with the property owner over the winter resulted in the signage being removed until the request could be considered by the city. Staff received a request from the property owner in April 2025 to create this loading zone. Housing on the road is made up of several multi-unit buildings. Often, there is no available space for delivery and ride-share vehicles to safely pull to the side of the road while they complete their business. This has led to blockages of the travel lanes and driveways while drivers leave their vehicles, making the roadway impassable for short periods of time. To make space for the loading zone, approximately two parking stalls would be permanently removed from the south side of 31st Street. The road is 30 feet wide, and there are currently two additional loading zones, one on each side of the road at the east end of the block. The traffic committee discussed the request and recommended that a loading zone be reinstalled on the south side of the block, adjacent to the main entrance of 4141 31st Street (Parkway Commons Apartments). Installing the loading zone will provide a short-term parking area for transactions such as package pick-up or delivery, food delivery, or resident drop-off and pick-up. The zone would also serve as a safe area for a vehicle to pull to the side of the road when meeting oncoming vehicles. Financial or budget considerations: The cost of installing the traffic controls is estimated to be $500 and will come out of the general operating budget. 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: Resolution, Location map Prepared by: Jack Sullivan, engineering project manager Kerrwin Dempsey, engineering technician III Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5j) Page 2 Title: Resolution authorizing loading zone on 31st Street - Ward 1 Resolution No. 25-____ Authorizing a loading zone on the 4000-4100 block of 31st Street Whereas, in April of 2025, the City of St. Louis Park received a request to install a loading zone on the south side of 31st Street adjacent to 4141; and Whereas, staff has reviewed the request and recommended the installation of a loading zone on the south side of 31st Street adjacent to 4141; and Whereas, the loading zone space will provide short-term parking for deliveries near the main entrance of the Parkway Commons Apartments located at 4141 31st Street, Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota that the engineering director is authorized to: Establish a loading zone on the south side of 31st Street beginning at a point 86 feet east of Inglewood Avenue to a point 45 feet west of the said beginning. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025 Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Proposed loading zone - 31st St W I N G L E W O O D A V E S 31ST ST W 3 1 Ϭ Ϭ ϰ Ϭ ϰ Ϭ ϰ 1 Ϭ 1 3 1 Ϭ ϲ 3 Ϭ ϰ ϲ 3 Ϭ ϱ Ϭ ϰ 1 ϰ 1 3 Ϭ ϰ 3 0 50 10025 FeetDate: 6/6/2025 Proposed loading zone City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5j) Title: Resolution authorizing loading zone on 31st Street - Ward 1 Page 3 Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5k Executive summary Title: Resolution authorizing loading zones on County Road 25 South Service Drive - Ward 1 Recommended action: Motion to adopt resolution authorizing the installation of two loading zones along the south side of County Road 25 South Service Drive between Glenhurst and Inglewood Avenues. Policy consideration: Does the city council support designating two loading zones along County Road 25 South Service Drive to provide a location for vehicles to safely pull to the side of the road to conduct short-term business with the residents of 4015 County Road 25 (Parkway 25 Apartments)? Summary: The property owner of Parkway 25 Apartments, 4015 County Road 25, installed loading zone signage in the right of way adjacent to their property in the fall of 2024 without requesting the signage from the city. To be enforceable, parking restrictions in the right of way require approval by the city. Communication with the property owner over the winter resulted in the signage being removed until the request could be considered by the city. Staff received a request from the property owner in April 2025 to create two loading zones. The road is 28 feet wide with a 6.5-foot-wide parking bay on the south side. There are currently no parking restrictions on the south side of the street on this block. The parking bay spans 250 feet adjacent to the property. When the parking bay is at capacity, there is no available space for delivery and ride-share vehicles to safely pull to the side of the road while they complete their business. This has led to short-term blockages of the eastbound travel lane while drivers leave their vehicles, reducing the roadway to one lane for short periods of time. To make space for the two loading zones, approximately four parking stalls would be permanently removed from the area. The traffic committee discussed the request and recommended that two loading zones be reinstalled in the parking bay adjacent to this property. Installing the loading zones will provide short-term parking areas for transactions such as package pick up or delivery, food delivery or resident drop-off or pick-up. Financial or budget considerations: The cost of installing the traffic controls is estimated to be $750 and will come out of the general operating budget. 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: Resolution, Location map Prepared by: Jack Sullivan, engineering project manager Kerrwin Dempsey, engineering technician III Reviewed by: Debra Heiser, engineering director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5k) Page 2 Title: Resolution authorizing loading zones on County Road 25 South Service Drive - Ward 1 Resolution No. 25-____ Authorizing loading zones on the Country Road 25 South Service Drive Whereas, in April of 2025, the City of St. Louis Park received a request to install two loading zones on the south side of the County Road 25 South Service Drive at 4015; and Whereas, staff has reviewed the request and recommended the installation of loading zones on the south side of County Road 25 South Service Drive at 4015; and Whereas, the loading zone spaces will provide short-term parking for deliveries near the main entrance of 4015 on the south side of the County Road 25 South Service Drive, Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota that the engineering director is authorized to: 1. Establish a loading zone on the south side of the County Road 25 South Service Drive at 4015, beginning at a point 32 feet northeast of the southwest end of the parking bay to a point 72 feet northeast of said beginning; and 2. Establish a loading zone on the south side of the County Road 25 South Service Drive at 4015, beginning at a point 34 feet southwest of the northeast end of the parking bay to a point 74 feet southwest of said beginning. Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 16, 2025 Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Proposed loading zones - County Rd 25 South Service Dr. COUNTY R D 2 5 S O U T H S E R V I C E D R M I N N E T O N K A B L V D GL E N H U R S T A V E S COUNTY R O A D 2 5 ϯ Ϭ ϯ Ϭ ϰ Ϭ 5 ϭ ϰ Ϭ ϭ 5 0 50 10025 FeetDate: 6/9/2025 Proposed loading zone City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5k) Title: Resolution authorizing loading zones on County Road 25 South Service Drive - Ward 1 Page 3 Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5l Executive summary Title: Approve replacement purchase of freightliner truck with plow and dump Recommended action: Motion to approve replacement of freightliner truck (unit 1006), front plow (unit 1014), underbelly plow (unit 1015), wing plow (unit 1017) and tailgate sander (unit 1018). Policy consideration: Does the city council approve replacing the freightliner truck and attachments? Summary: The 2012 freightliner truck is 14 years old and is scheduled to be replaced in the 2025 capital improvement plan. This type of vehicle performs snow removal, general hauling such as debris removal, watermain breaks and street paving. The replacement will b e similar in type and use. A quote for a freightliner truck and attachments was received. The budgeted amount is $316,143.00 and the quote received is $323,996.08. This is higher than budgeted due to a combination of factors, including rising material costs (such as steel), increased labor costs, supply chain disruptions, and inflation since 2020. The purchase is by means of the State of Minnesota Cooperative Purchasing venture. Purchases made through the State Cooperative Purchasing venture do not require a competitive bid process. Approval from the city council is required because the purchase is over the statutory limit of $175,000. Financial or budget considerations: Replacement of this vehicle is budgeted in the vehicle capital replacement fund. Also, the units being replaced will be auctioned with proceeds going to the vehicle capital replacement fund. 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: None. Prepared by: Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator Tom O’Donnell, fleet manager Reviewed by: Larry Umphrey, parks superintendent Jason T. West, parks and recreation director Amelia Cruver, finance director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5m Executive summary Title: Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer line repair at 4124 Xenwood Ave nue South - Ward 2 Recommended action: Motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line at 4124 Xenwood Avenue South, P.I.D. 21-117-21-31-0125. Policy consideration: The proposed action is consistent with the policy previously established by the city council. Summary: Robert Gehrman, owner of the single-family residence at 4124 Xenwood Avenue South, has requested the city authorize the repair of the sewer service line for his 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 general 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 $ 12,480. 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: Emily Carr, assessing technician Austin Holm, utilities superintendent Stacy M. Voelker, administrative coordinator Jay Hall, public works director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City council meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 5m) Page 2 Title: Resolution authorizing special assessment for sewer line repair at 4124 Xenwood Avenue South - Ward 2 Resolution No. 25-____ Authorizing the special assessment for the repair of the sewer service line at 4124 Xenwood Avenue South, St. Louis Park, MN P.I.D. 21-117-21-31-0125 Whereas, the property owner at 4124 Xenwood 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 4124 Xenwood 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 $12,480. 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 6%. 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 June 16, 2025: Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor Attest: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Meeting: City council Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Consent agenda item: 5n Executive summary Title: Approve appointment to the Community Technology Advisory Commission Recommended action: Motion to appoint Shane Leverenz to the community technology advisory commission for a term ending May 31, 2026. Policy consideration: Does the council wish to appoint Shane Leverenz to the community technology advisory commission for the term ending May 31, 2026? Summary: Shane Leverenz has been selected to fill a mid-term vacancy on the community technology advisory commission. During boards and commissions interviews on May 12, 2025, Shane was identified as an alternate candidate for future openings on the commission. When a recent vacancy arose, staff reached out to confirm his continued interest, and upon acceptance, the offer was extended. If appointed, Shane will serve in this seat on the commission until May 31, 2026. The term will begin immediately upon city council’s approval, and the newly appointed member will participate in orientation with the designated staff liaison. 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: None. Prepared by: Pat Coleman, community engagement coordinator Reviewed by: Cindy Walsh, deputy city manager Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Meeting: Special study session Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Discussion item: 1 Executive summary Title: Base budget and background Recommended action: None at this time, for discussion purposes only. Policy consideration: •Does the city council support increasing the Employee Benefits Fund portion of the levy from $200,000 to $400,000 to cover ongoing costs and reduce the need for fund balance transfers in the future? •Does the city council support moving to an allocation model to fund the internal services budgeted for in the IT Replacement Funds and the Municipal Building Fund, moving the levy into the general fund and charging departments for services and good consumed? Summary: The first step in the budget process is to project the base budget – how much does it cost in 2026 to support the approved people and programs included in the current year and how much non-property tax revenue do we expect to bring in? This report lays out the base budget and assumptions driving cost and revenue projections as a primer for the budget deliberations for 2026. Staff is also recommending two changes as a part of the base budget, which are laid out in the report. 1.Levy revenue budgeted in the Employee Benefits Fund had been below demand for many years. Staff is recommending an increase of $200,000 to match the ongoing payments made out of that fund that rely on the property tax levy. In the future, this will lower or eliminate the need to transfer unobligated cash from the general fund to address negative fund balances which has been the practice over the past several years when the levy revenue was lower. 2.Staff is also recommending moving to a consistent allocation model to fund our internal services. This means that those funds would be supported through charges to the appropriate department, rather than a direct levy into the fund. This will provide more transparency into the cost of providing services to the community and will better align with accounting best practices. Financial or budget considerations: This report lays out the starting point for 2026 budget decision making. The council will receive a report and presentation on Aug. 11, 2025, with recommendations on new operating budget items and on Sept. 2, 2025, with new capital budget items and the overall recommended levy increase. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Discussion Prepared by: Amelia Cruver, finance director Reviewed by: Cindy Walsh, deputy city manager Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Page 2 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background Discussion Background: 2024 Spending and Revenue Expenses in the general fund were virtually on budget in 2024; final expenses were 1.3 percent over budget. One of the key expenses driving this slight overspending is payment processor fees. This is the cost to the city to process credit card payments. Historically, the city has budgeted a nominal amount for this cost since the percentage of residents and customers paying with a credit card varied. However, in recent years the amount of revenue received into the general fund via credit card has increased meaningfully, nearly doubling since 2019, with credit card processor fees reaching just over $300,000 in 2024. Looking into 2026, the city is taking the following steps to mitigate this increasing expense: •Increasing budgets to match recent activity. •Ensuring we are using processors with the most competitive fees. •Investigating the impacts of charging credit card users for the fee associated with their expense. Continuing to fund these credit card fees is a policy decision that could be revisited in the future. Final transfers to other funds were also increased above the original 2024 budget. Transfers were increased to support the long-range capital plan which uses excess fund balance to support spending in the Capital and Internal Services funds while the levy is raised over time to correct the structural deficit in those funds. As we will discuss in greater detail in our audit presentation, the general fund remains healthy and at the city’s target fund balance policy. Revenues were above budget by 3.8 percent, with state and federal aid above projections and the awarding of a grant from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for tree canopy work in the parks and recreation department. In addition, transfers went up from the initial budget, driven by an increase in the transfer from the American Rescue Plan Act fund to capture all remaining federal aid dollars to ensure they were spent in 2024 in accordance with federal regulations. In 2024, St. Louis Park produced its first Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) to accompany our annual audit. This document translates the city’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report into plain language and tells an accessible story about the city’s finances. Finance submitted the 2024 PAFR to the Government Finance Officers Association for consideration and received a Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award for our work. The PAFR can be found on the city's financial reports web page. In 2024, the city expended all of its remaining American Rescue Plan Act Funds. In April, staff submitted a final compliance report with the U.S. Department of the Treasury and are not at risk of potential claw-back due to unexpended or unobligated funds. In 2024, the city received $187,500 in tax credits from the federal government. These credits were possible under a new provision signed into law with the Inflation Reduction Act that allowed tax-exempt entities, such as cities, to apply for tax credits associated with capital investments aimed at addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Page 3 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background city received $119,500 in tax credits for purchasing and installing solar panels at the Rec Center, which qualified for a $112,000 tax credit, and purchasing an electric vehicle that qualified for the $7,500 credit in 2023. After staff’s first submission was successful, the city submitted tax returns on qualified 2024 projects that would bring in another $68,000 in tax credits, but staff has not received any information about the status of those funds. With federal policy around climate change efforts in flux, the city will continue to monitor this program and take advantage of the incentives whenever possible. A deeper dive into the city’s 2024 financial performance will occur on July 14, 2025, when the audited financial statements will be presented by finance staff and our external auditor. In the past several budget cycles we have made a number of improvements to increase transparency and support the city’s strategic priorities. Some examples are: •Through properly aligning expenses with revenues throughout major funds, staff has stopped the spend-down of the Development Fund and eliminated unnecessary transfers and charge backs between funds that make understanding trends in spending and revenue difficult, if not impossible. •Snow clearing, light pole replacement and basic pavement maintenance are variable costs that had historically been budgeted in the General Fund. This led to some years being well under budget and overspending in other years. Beginning in 2025, staff is budgeting for these costs in the Municipal Infrastructure fund, so that years of underspending will build a fund balance that can be used to address outlier years, rather than the levy. This will lead to less fluctuation in the property tax levy when more extreme weather impacts city spending. Page 4 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background Present considerations: 2026 Budget Roadmap Date Topic Issues and Decision Points June 16, 2025 Base Budget and Context •2024 Actual versus Budget •2025 decisions with trailing budgetary impacts •2026 revenue projections •Personnel expense projections and Paid Family and Medical Leave •Employee Benefits Fund •Internal Service funds change July 14, 2025 2024 Certified Annual Financial Report and Audit •2024 financial performance •2024 fund balances •Audit findings and corrective action plans Aug. 11, 2025 Operating Budget Proposal •New proposals for the 2026 operating budget and levy implications Sept. 2, 2025 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Final Levy •Revised CIP 2026 – 2030 and budget implications •Complete levy recommendation •Projected levy impact by property type and quartile •Fee adoption Sept. 22, 2025 Levy adoption •Maximum Levy adoption October 2025, TBD TIF Management Plan update •TIF district performance •TIF district recommended transfers and decertification, if any Mid- November 2025 Truth in taxation property tax notices sent out by the county •Residents receive an estimate of their 2026 tax bill and information on the public hearing in December 2025 Nov. 10, 2025 Council report and discussion: Revised budget •Revisions to the budget and adjustments to the levy, as needed. In November 2025, the levy can only go down from the maximum set in September 2025 •Review the 2030-2034 CIP Dec. 1, 2025 Council report and public hearing: Truth in Taxation •Residents share feedback on the proposed 2026 budget Dec. 15, 2025 Council report, discussion and vote: Budget adoption •City council adopts the 2026 budget and CIP 2026 Economic Outlook According to the multinational firm, Deloitte, the global outlook is showing a slowing in consumer spending as consumer confidence drops. Ongoing concerns with the possibility of a recession and heightened inflation, combined with a softening labor market and high or uncertain tariffs, may lead to further slowing in the next six months. Interest rates are a key variable in the economic outlook, especially when attempting to forecast new development projects in the city. At the time of writing this report, interest rates remain relatively high, with the federal rate holding at 4.33% with no indication of dropping in Page 5 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background the near term. Prospective developers that are waiting for borrowing to become cheaper will have to continue to wait. Additionally, investor caution in speculative or mixed-use developments, particularly those relying heavily on debt finance, as well as delays in construction timelines as developers phase projects to align with more stable economic periods, is impacting the short-term economic outlook. When large housing or economic development building or renovation projects occur, the city benefits in many ways. In the long run, the city increases its economic output, increases its desirability as a place to live and a place to work, and increases the market value of the city, spreading the property tax burden out over more contributors. In the short run, the city collects fees related to the planning and permitting of these projects; one or two large projects can have a meaningful impact on the city meeting or missing its revenue projections. Each year, finance works with the staff in the community development, building and energy, and assessing divisions to forecast economic activity in the city for the budget year and translate that forecast into revenue projections. This year, the city is projecting an average year for revenues related to development in the city, but with below average certainty. There are enough projects in the pipeline to assume that enough will reach the finish line to meet the flat or slightly lower revenue projections in this budget compared to 2025. The 2026 economic environment presents a complex mix of challenges and opportunities for development. While the elevated interest rate environment may cause short-term hesitation in new investments, the city remains well-positioned to realize long-term benefits from a strong project pipeline. Strategic coordination between departments, ongoing developer engagement, and proactive policy adjustments will be key to mitigating risks and maximizing development outcomes during this uncertain economic period. Federal Actions Impacting the 2026 Budget A flurry of executive orders at the federal level earlier this year will have impacts on the city’s budget in 2026. When staff submitted a request for reimbursement for a previously approved grant of formula funds from the Department of Energy to support green infrastructure, they were told that because of an executive action, they would not be processing any requests for reimbursement for 90 days. That period has lapsed, and staff have been informed that the city’s request is now under review. Should the anticipated funding fall through, the city would have to cover the expense with unobligated fund balance, lowering reserves available for other priorities. In April 2025, executive orders cut funding to national AmeriCorps programs and Climate Impact Corps withdrew its AmeriCorps grant application from consideration, leading to their decision to not operate next program year. This decision was made by ServeMN and Ampact, the organization that operates Climate Impact Corps. Climate Impact Corps contribute to the city’s tree inventory work and staff had planned to continue utilizing three Climate Impact Corps volunteers into 2026 to complete that work. With the elimination of the Climate Impact Corps program, staff will either need to slow down the timeline of completing the tree inventory or find additional resources to complete the project under the original timeline. Page 6 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background Divisions of public works have also utilized AmeriCorps volunteers to complete special projects, and that will continue at least through the end of the calendar year. Trade policy will also have an impact on the 2026 capital budget. For many capital projects, materials are procured from domestic and international vendors. Any increase in tariffs with other countries that supply building materials will increase the cost of capital projects in St. Louis Park. Forecasting this cost has been extremely challenging, as policies have changed quickly. Staff will continue to monitor policy and communicate with vendors to clarify the impact to capital project cost in the capital improvement plan. Previous Policy Decisions’ Impact on the 2026 Budget In 2023, the city was awarded a SAFER grant through the Federal Emergency Management Agency. This grant pays for the salary and benefits of three additional fire fighters for three years. Those funds will run out in early 2026; staff predict around $90,000 of the grant will remain at the end of 2025. The levy will increase to cover the remaining annual costs for those fire fighters and fully fund them in future years. In addition, the city chose to utilize $500,000 in unobligated fund balance that was made possible through American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to reduce the property tax levy in 2025. In 2026, the city had planned to decrease that use of fund balance to $300,000, leaving the leavy to pick up the other $200,000 in lost revenue. This gradual step down off of one-time funds was planned to ensure that no artificial cliff in funding was created by utilizing these funds to increase the levy at a lower than anticipated rate. The Debt Service Levy is estimated to rise over the next five years to cover on-going debt issuances for Capital Improvement Projects focused on transportation improvements, equipment replacement and facility maintenance. The projected increase to the Debt Service Levy is approximately 9.7% for fiscal year 2026. There are no TIF districts expected to decertify in 2025. The table below shows the expected levy needed in 2026 at the time the 2025 budget was adopted. Over the course of the next two months, we will be updating these figures with more precise estimates. The total levy increase projected for 2026 was 6.64% at the time of the 2025 budget adoption. Page 7 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background The graph below is from the adoption of the 2025 budget in December 2024: Fund 2025 Adopted Budget 2026 Forecast, As of Dec 2025 Forecast Change, As of Dec 2025 % change General Fund $38,808,815 $40,749,256 $1,940,441 5.0% Capital Replacement Fund $2,223,496 $2,557,020 $333,524 15.0% Park Improvement Fund $510,000 $700,000 $190,000 37.3% Employee Benefits Fund $200,000 $200,000 $0 0.0% Subtotal General Levies $41,742,311 $44,206,277 $2,463,965 5.9% Debt Service Levy $6,856,221 $7,523,750 $667,529 9.7% General and Debt Service Levies $48,598,532 $51,730,027 $3,131,494 Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Levy $1,194,133 $1,194,133 $0 0.0% Economic Development Authority (EDA) Levy $187,000 $374,000 $187,000 100.0% Assumptions: •A 4.5% growth in base spending in the general fund levy to support inflationary increases in personnel costs. A discussion of projected personnel cost increases into 2026 are included later in this report. •An increase of $390,000 to support three full time fire department employees when the SAFER grant runs out in early 2026. •An increase in the debt service levy to support the planned debt funded projects in the CIP. Debt payment costs begin the year following the issuance, so the 2026 amount will be close to the amount forecast last year and will be refined when 2025 bonds are actually sold later in the summer. •An increase in the capital levy that gradually grows to close the structural deficit in those funds by 2029. This levy projection will be refined during our CIP discussions on Sept. 2, 2025. •HRA levy is held flat due to other revenues now going into AHTF. This levy projection will be affirmed or altered by council during our operating budget discussion on Aug. 11, 2025. •The EDA levy is increased by $187k in 2026 to cover ongoing costs, then held flat. This decision can be affirmed or revised in our operating budget discussion on Aug. 11, 2025. Page 8 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background 2026 Base Budget Revenue The largest source of revenue for the city’s General Fund, which funds core government services, is the property tax levy. In the 2025 budget, the property tax levy was 70 percent of total revenue into the general fund, followed by license and permits at 8 percent and charges for services at 6 percent. Permit fees are generated when improvements are made to buildings in the city and are based on the total value of the building. As discussed earlier in the report, the city is projecting virtually flat revenues from permit fees in 2026, increasing from $3,021,942 in the 2025 budget to $3,049,000 in the 2026 proposed budget. Licenses are related to a variety of activities; rental licenses make up the largest single stream. In 2026, revenue from rental licenses is projected to increase to $859,600 from $829,600 in the 2025 budget. This small increase is due to two offsetting factors. First, the number of rental units increased slightly in 2026. Some ($13,500) of this increase was reduced in March 2025 with council’s direction to end the Relative Homestead Rental Licensing program. This policy change is included in our base budget forecast and staff plans to bring forward the ordinance change necessary to repeal the program in the coming months. License and Permits 7.94% Charges for Services 6.14%Miscellaneous Revenue 2.20% Fines and Forfeitures 0.04% State Revenues 4.70% Other Financing Sources 4.65% Non-State/Non-Federal Revenues Aid/Grants 2.03% Use of Fund Balance 1.09% Federal Revenues 0.61%Sale of Fixed Assets/Surplus equipment, Insurance Recovery and Judgment 0.01% Property Tax 70.60% Revenue Sources to the General Fund License and Permits Charges for Services Miscellaneous Revenue Fines and Forfeitures State Revenues Other Financing Sources Non-State/Non-Federal Revenues Aid/Grants Use of Fund Balance Page 9 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background Charges for Service revenue, largely fees related to recreation programs or rental revenue, are projected to increase by 2.2 percent from the 2025 budget. This reflects a continuation of the strong demand these programs experience and small, inflationary adjustments to fee amounts going into 2026. The 2026 fee schedule will be adopted by council in the late summer and fall. Revenues for utility rates are not included in this report because staff will be doing an analysis of required rates later in the year, after the Capital Improvement Plan is updated, to include the results of the watermain risk analysis. When staff has updated the capital expenses, rates will be updated to cover costs and maintain a healthy fund balance. Spending The 2026 proposed budget includes general salary adjustments for all employees; some will be known because they are included in signed contracts, and some will be estimated using historical trends. In 2026, these increases are expected to be in line with historical trends. The city will be in the third year of its contracts for providers of medical, dental, long-term disability and life insurance. Staff will know more about the new rates in September 2025, but we already know that a larger than average increase in 2026 will be needed for employee benefits. The maximum increase for these benefits is set by contract at 11%. Due to some larger claims in 2025 and other inflationary pressures, staff are budgeting for an 11% increase. One new component of the city’s personnel budget is a new state payroll tax to fund the Paid Family and Medical Leave program that will launch in 2026. The state has set this tax at 0.88% of total payroll and has allowed cities to split the cost of the tax 50/50 with employees. The proposed base budget includes that scenario with the city paying 0.44% of total wages to the state via this new tax. In 2026, the total tax paid by the city will be just under $150,000, with the additional $150,000 being paid directly by employees themselves. This cost has been included in the budget as a placeholder while staff assess both the state program, private options or administering the program internally. As of the writing of this report, the options available to the city are: •Paying the state tax and using the state agency to administer the leave program. •Provide benefits that meet or exceed the state plan on our own, or through purchasing a private insurance plan. Now that the State Legislative session has come to a close without changes to the Paid Family and Medical leave program, staff expects more details will be released on how to comply with this new program. Staff will bring forward a recommendation at the Aug. 11, 2025 city council meeting for discussion and direction. The Employee Benefits Fund is used to account for payments to external vendors to provide insurance and other benefits to current employees and former employees. •Current employees: Health insurance, dental insurance and pension expenses are paid out of this fund and backfilled through charges to funds that budget for employee personnel costs, leaving a balance of $0 at the end of the year. In addition, this fund pays for tuition reimbursements to employees and other consulting fees related to our insurance and pension plans. Page 10 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background •Former employees: The fund also pays for benefits owed to non-current employees. For those costs, including health and dental insurance for separated employees on COBRA insurance, there is no other source of revenue aside from the property tax levy. Historically, the levy for this fund has stayed flat at $200,000 but has required infusions of cash every few years to maintain a positive fund balance. Staff has analyzed the spending in that fund and determined that expenses are consistently closer to $400,000. Staff is recommending the levy into the Employee Benefits fund increase from $200,000 to $400,000 in 2026 and remain at an ongoing higher level instead of relying on periodic balance transfers. Earlier in the year, the city assessor presented to council the annual assessment of property values and tax capacity in the city. These values will determine how the budgeted levy for 2026 is distributed amongst property taxpayers. Locally, the overall market-value in St. Louis Park is only up 1%; with residential gaining 2% and commercial/office space dropping by 8%. Many communities are seeing the same - if not much larger - changes in the property values of commercial/office space. This will mean a slight shift in the tax burden onto residential property owners, so the adopted levy increase will be felt at the rate of increase adopted by most homeowners in St. Louis Park. Changes to Property Tax Levy Historically, the city has handled budgeting for internal services in a variety of ways. After reaching out to our auditor for best practices, staff recommends moving internal services into a “chargeback” model. Essentially, chargebacks are an internal tool that bills departments for the internal services they use. While a technical change, the model better accounts for the full picture of costs to run each department/function of the city and increases internal accountability. It also allows the city to simplify its General Levy. Beginning in the 2026 budget, staff recommends beginning chargebacks for internal services and moving the IT Replacement Fund and Municipal Building Fund levies into the general fund. The chart below reflects how different pieces of the levy will be discussed and presented in city council discussions. Current components of the levy Proposed components of the 2026 levy General Fund General Fund (now funding IT and municipal building projects through department level charge backs) Capital Replacement Fund - IT Capital Replacement Fund - Municipal Buildings Park Improvement Fund Park Improvement Fund Employee Benefits Fund Employee Benefits Fund Debt Service Levy Debt Service Levy HRA Levy HRA Levy EDA Levy EDA Levy Page 11 Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 1) Title: Base budget and background This will not have any impact on the levy information residents receive. They will still see a city levy, an HRA levy and an EDA levy. Next steps: Staff will continue to analyze and refine the proposed base budget and begin internal decision making around new proposals for 2026. The next step for council in the 2026 budget process will be on Aug. 11, 2025, when finance staff will present the recommended operating changes and associated levy impacts. In the interim, finance staff and our external auditors will present the annual financial reports for 2024 on July 14, 2025. Meeting: Special study session Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Discussion item: 2 Executive summary Title: Proposed study session topic – planning for a community center Recommended action: City council and city manager review the proposed agenda topic and determine the next steps. Policy consideration: Does the city council want to move forward with consideration of the proposed topic at a future study session? Summary: Council Members Budd, Farris and Rog submitted a proposed agenda topic related to planning for a community center. City staff provided a high-level analysis of the request, including an option to include time in the 2026 CIP process to discuss whether a community center should be explored. The next step is for the council to decide, as a group, if they want to move forward with additional discussion of the topic. Financial or budget considerations: The staff analysis outlines financial and budget considerations. Strategic priority consideration: Not applicable. Supporting documents: Topic proposal and staff analysis Prepared by: Melissa Kennedy, city clerk Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager City Council Study Session Topic Proposal Request Form Date: Prepared by: Proposed agenda topic: Brief description of topic (no more than 200 words): How does this topic align with the council's strategic priorities? If it does not, why should the council consider the topic?: If approved, would an advisory board/commission review this proposal? If so, select up to two of the options below: ☐ESC ☐PRAC ☐PAC ☐HRC ☐CTAC ☐NONE ** Please email completed forms to Kim Keller and Melissa Kennedy. Special study session meeting of Nune Pbd rpr: nAtem Mos rc Title( Proposed study session topic e planning for a community center Page 2 City Council Study Session Topic Proposal Staff Analysis Date: May 6, 2025 Prepared by: Cindy Walsh Proposed agenda topic: Planning for a Community Center Staff analysis of request: (Please provide a high-level review of the proposed topic. Focus on key points, facts, impact, legal and/or future considerations .) Due to currently available information, staff is best able to complete this analysis from a financial perspective. Should council decide that the city’s financial plan can and should accommodate the addition of this project, staff would also suggest completing an analysis of the needs of the community (e.g. Are community needs being met elsewhere? Are there unmet community needs? What are the racial equity impacts of this decision?) to help inform the final decision-making process. Background: A community center was last talked about in 2014. The process began with a task force and proceeded to the point of schematic design. The location was planned to be attached to the Rec Center. It expanded into the existing parking lot and the edge of Wolfe Park. To accommodate the parking needs, a parking ramp was necessary. If the project would have proceeded into construction, the estimated cost was $41 Million (in 2014 dollars). The project included an indoor pool, workout area, exercise rooms, walking track and community gathering spaces. Cindy called the architect who designed the project to inquire about an updated cost estimate. For construction in today’s dollars (2025), the estimated project is $64-$70 million. If the council provided direction to continue with design and construction, the soonest construction could begin is 2027. The cost estimate for 2027 is estimated to be $85 million. All estimates are based on inflation, do not consider any additional costs due to tariffs and assume the project design that was envisioned in 2014. As context, the City of Bloomington is currently in process of building a community center with a budget of $101 million dollars. Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 2) Title: Proposed study session topic - planning for a community center Page 3 A community center would also require year-round staffing, programming and building maintenance. These would be ongoing costs, in addition to the financing of the initial building construction. Potential sources of funding for a project like this would include the list below with the associated impact: Source Impact on residents Bond proceeds Levy would increase to cover debt payments over the life of the debt. A bond of $50M would cost $2M annually for 20 years at a 5 percent interest rate, at a very high-level estimate. User fees User fees could defray the levy impact of a bond sale but may work against the goal of having a facility that is accessible to all regardless of income. Franchise fees Franchise fees are currently used to support pavement maintenance each year, but they are a flexible source of revenue. Franchise fees could be increased or diverted to cover the costs of other capital projects, but it would result in less road improvement work or increased fees on all utility customers. State grant funds State bonding dollars will likely require a 50% match in local funds. An analysis would need to be done to determine if other similar amenities have been funded by state bonding dollars in recent years – that would make the state unlikely to invest in additional local amenities. Federal grant funds Uncertain whether a project like this would be eligible for federal earmarks given the length of time needed to complete a building project. Local taxes would not be impacted by a federal grant, only by a match requirement. Local option sales tax Would increase the tax on sales in St. Louis Park. State law may not permit its use on a project like a community center if similar amenities already exist within the region. Local option sales tax is not currently available to St. Louis Park due to legislation passed in 2023. Draft legislation on future uses of local option sales tax is being developed and considered by the State; if passed, staff would need to review it to see if our project would be eligible. In addition to the above constraints on various financing options, other large capital projects will impact the feasibility of building a community center. A potential new build or major renovation of the police department and/or city hall facilities in the next 5-10 years would be using similar sources as those listed above and would further increase Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 2) Title: Proposed study session topic - planning for a community center Page 4 costs for taxpayers. The term for bonds to finance projects of this size is likely to be 20 years or more. At council request, staff is putting together a facility matrix identifying the condition of our existing facilities to help map out future large replacement and renovations of existing buildings. Instead of a stand-alone study session on this topic, staff suggests that – if council wants to have this discussion – it happens in the context of other facility needs and as part of the 2026 CIP process. Resources required: (Include relevant information such as cost, staffing, capacity) In addition to the construction costs, additional full-time and seasonal staff would be required to operate and maintain the community center. Other dependencies: (Include relevant information that could impact this proposal, such as: other agencies/jurisdictions, a pending policy discussion or action by council on related item, additional research that may be required to answer pending questions ) If the council would like to continue discussions on a community center, staff would need direction to hire an architect and construction management firm. Currently, none of those costs are included in our CIP. Projected timeline: (Given current business levels and capacity, what is the projected timeline for staff to be able to work on and implement? If this was to be done now, what would the impact be on other projects and/or standard line of business?) Staff can include time in the 2026 CIP process to discuss whether a community center should be explored. If, at that point, the council wants to pursue the project, staff from facilities, finance, REI and engagement would collaborate to determine a recommended process that considers staff capacity and best practices. Recommended disposition: (select one) Study session discussion Council action at regular meeting Written report X Include with another item already planned/scheduled (2026 CIP) Meeting with requesting councilmember(s) Handle offline Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 2) Title: Proposed study session topic - planning for a community center Page 5 Planning for a Community Center – SS form presentation to council Before we ask council to include a community center in the CIP process, we believe the following steps should be taken: A Needs Analysis should be done with a visioning element – for example, Is it focused on youth? Or multigenerational? How do we put equity and access at the heart of this plan? Does it specifically serve the western or high rental populations of the city? What is currently offered, and where are the gaps? (E.g. ROC, Aquatic Ctr, Parks &Rec teams/structured classes, reciprocity with other cities) Essential gathering space for the community Ask youth and populations experiencing the current gap for their input We believe we should think outside the box – not just new construction – not just another Marsh or Williston. For example, Roller Garden like replacement? Field House reusing Kohls at Knollwood? Options for the city leasing gyms from schools? Open basketball, sewing clubs/classes, community kitchen, teen center, Partner with YMCA or other non-city entities (church space?) Outdoor & indoor included(sliding hill, skateboard park) We should also explore what has been tried, with what results: Bickham Court Club House Ainsworth Basketball with the Cops Thursday The Nest Hopkins/Minnetonka Depot project Parks & Rec outreach efforts (or how do they measure success?) We believe the first step is to dedicate funds in 2026 for a needs analysis. We also see an opportunity to use information from Vision 4.0 to inform this process. Special study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 2) Title: Proposed study session topic - planning for a community center Page 6 Meeting: Special study session Meeting date: June 16, 2025 Written report: 3 Executive summary Title: Environmental Stewardship system wrap-up Recommended action: None. The purpose of this report is to summarize the outcomes of the recent discussions within the Environmental Stewardship system study sessions. Policy consideration: None at this time. Summary: On May 19 and June 9, 2025, the council held a series of discussions focused on advancing the city’s strategic priority related to environmental stewardship. The council’s discussions focused primarily on Climate Action Plan -related work within the sustainability division. Staff also provided the council with written reports to provide information on the numerous activities, programs and policies underway across departments to further climate goals and support environmental stewardship. This report serves as a summary of all the discussions and reports and includes the council direction provided. Financial or budget considerations: Funds are budgeted in the 2025 budgets for a variety of programs related to environmental stewardship. Should the council desire a change in work, additional resources may be required. Strategic priority consideration: St. Louis Park is committed to continue to lead in environmental stewardship. Supporting documents: Discussion Prepared by: Emily Ziring, sustainability manager Reviewed by: Brian Hoffman, building and energy director Approved by: Kim Keller, city manager Study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 3) Page 2 Title: Environmental Stewardship system wrap-up Discussion Background: This system included study sessions primarily focused on buildings and energy. Reports on these topics were considered and discussed by the city council, and where appropriate, direction on future expectations and outcomes was provided to staff for implementation. A summary of the topics covered in this system includes: Meeting subject: Environmental stewardship system kick-off Date: 5/19/2025 Overview: The council was provided with a written report about environmental stewardship in St. Louis Park, including an overview of the staff whose work focuses on environmental issues, the past and future of the Climate Action Plan, and the Climate Investment Fund. Staff also described the rollbacks and obstacles to climate work at the federal and state levels, and the importance of continuing to focus on climate action locally. The topics proposed for study throughout the system included current programs and offered opportunities, identified by both council and staff, for expansion or adjustment where applicable. Outcomes: No questions or comments were received. Meeting subject: Participation in the US Department of Energy Better Climate Challenge Date: 5/19/2025 Overview: The council was provided with a written report explaining the city’s decision to participate in the US Department of Energy Better Climate Challenge and the benefits to partnership in the program. Launched in 2022, the Better Climate Challenge is a partnership program that helps organizations set a 50% greenhouse gas emissions reduction goal for their internal operations and a detailed plan to reach it within ten (10) years. Outcomes: No questions or comments were received. Meeting subject: Climate Action Plan cost update Date: 6/9/2025 Overview: Staff presented on the history of the Climate Investment Fund, which was created in 2021 to encourage property owners to participate in climate action (specifically goals around building energy efficiency, building electrification and renewable energy). Use of the fund was expanded in 2023 to include tree planting and treatment programs as well as the Depave SLP program. With four years of program history to examine, staff now has an understanding of the level of community demand for climate action incentive programs. At the current level of demand, staff anticipate that the CIF will be fully depleted by year-end 2026 and asked whether council wanted to budget more funds for climate action activities. Outcomes: The council expressed support for continuing to fund climate action activities. There were questions to make sure staff are tracking the difference between the aspirational goals (and commensurately needed dollars) and the demand in the community. The council expressed interest in making sure that funding is sustainable and continually right -sized to demand. Meeting subject: Planning for Climate Action Plan update Date: 6/9/2025 Overview: The council was provided with a written report about plans to amend the 2018 Climate Action Plan with input from the environment and sustainability commission. Reasons to Study session meeting of June 16, 2025 (Item No. 3) Page 3 Title: Environmental Stewardship system wrap-up amend the plan include climate wins at the state and city level, changes to technology, incorporation of equity considerations, ability to track strategies with data, and a need to operationalize the existing plan. Outcomes: No questions or comments were received. Meeting subject: Percentage of park and open space in St. Louis Park Date: 6/9/2025 Overview: The council received a written report highlighting that St. Louis Park exceeds both national and global averages for percentage of park and open space and recommended standards for the amount of park and open space. Outcomes: One council member commented that it is good to see that we are exceeding both the benchmark and recommendation. Next steps: • Finance and sustainability staff will return during budget season with a recommendation for the source, level, and frequency of replenishing the Climate Investment Fund.