HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity_Council_Packet_5-08-19CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
Regular Meeting of the City Council
City Hall
2077 West Larpenteur Avenue
AGENDA
May 8, 2019 at 7:00 P.M.
A. CALL TO ORDER:
B. ROLL CALL: Vacant ___ LEEHY____ HARRIS____
MIAZGA ___ GUSTAFSON___
STAFF PRESENT: THONGVANH____
C. PRESENTATION
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. April 10, 2019 City Council Meeting Minutes
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
F. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. General Disbursements through: 5/03/19 $240,929.03
Payroll through: 4/30/19 $36,472.90
2. Approval of City License(s)
3. Resignation of Alyssa Schmeling from the Falcon Heights Park and Recreation Commission
4. Park Program Fund Donation(s)
5. Pavement Condition Assessment Quote
G: POLICY ITEMS:
1. Minnesota State Horticultural Society: Garden –In-A-Box Vegetable Garden Kits
2. Consider Changes to City Code Regarding Building Height
3. Domestic Partner Registry Fees
H. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
· Cultivating a Caring Community Speakers
i. Ron Rabinovitz “Letters from Jackie” – Baseball Hall of Fame Jackie Robinson
May 23 at 7:00 pm at City Hall
ii. Panelists –“Healing and Understanding” July 6 from 6:30pm to 8:00 pm at City
Hall
1. Valerie Castile – Mother of Philando Castile and Activist
2. John Thompson – Nonprofit Director
3. Hawa Samatar – Active Resident, Community Volunteer and Falcon
Heights Planning Commissioner
I. COMMUNITY FORUM:
J. ADJOURNMENT:
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CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
Regular Meeting of the City Council
City Hall
2077 West Larpenteur Avenue
AGENDA
April 10, 2019 at 7:00 P.M.
A. CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Gustafson
There is a change to the agenda under presentation. Sue Majerus is going to provide CTV and
FCC updates on local community television.
Council Member Leehy Moved, Approved 4-0
B. ROLL CALL: Vacant ___ LEEHY__x__ HARRIS_x___
MIAZGA _x__ GUSTAFSON_x__
STAFF PRESENT: THONGVANH_x___
C. PRESENTATION
1. Review of CTV March Report
Sue Majerus (1381 Iowa Ave)
CTV is currently going through a rebranding process and is looking at services they want to
provide and communication strategies. To improve communications, we asked the City
Administrator to add a CTV section on city website. It will provide monthly reports, a link to
city council videos, CTV’s official webpage, and mobile app. CTV is not only for meeting and
event recordings, but also reaches out to the community to see what they can provide.
The FCC’s Cable Franchise Fee Rulemaking proposal was introduced to Mayor Lindstrom
before he left. CTV Director reached out to nine cities and asked them to write a letter to the
FCC chairperson regarding a recent proposed rulemaking that could cut the city’s franchise
fee. I am looking for a motion to support and move forward with the ruling, and it includes
two action items. One, the mayor needs to sign and finish the letter with comments made and
provide it to Dana, the CTV Executive Director. Two, I encourage other council members to
sign the letter and demonstrate their support.
Council Member Miazga Moved, Approved 4-0
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. March 27, 2019 City Council Meeting Minutes
· There are some spelling corrections and it will be posted online tomorrow.
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Council Member Miazga Moved, Approved 4-0
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
F. CONSENT AGENDA:
1. General Disbursements through: 4/04/19 $273,925.70
Payroll through: 3/31/19 $18,283.54
2. Approval of City License(s)
3. Commonwealth Terrace Cooperative (CTC) Recreation Programming
4. Donations for 2019 Parks Program Fund
5. Lauderdale Recreation Agreement
6. Investment Internal Controls Policy Update
7. Minnesota Timberwolves Basketball Court Refurbishment Program
City Administrator Thongvanh
I want to thank Roland Olson, Finance Director and his intern for preparing everything for the
auditors. I also want to thank Nalisha who is the new Assistant to the City Administrator for
reaching out to businesses for donations. The city wants to thank Falcon Heights-Lauderdale
Lions Club, Cox Insurance Associates, INC, Hair Designs Unlimited, John A Knutson & Co.,
PLLP, and Young Spa for donating to the Parks and Recreation Programming Fund and Special
Events Fund. These donations help offset the cost of Parks Programming and Special Events.
In regards to the Minnesota Timberwolves FastBreak Foundation, representatives from the
foundation will travel across the state of Minnesota to help neighborhoods take their love of
basketball outdoors with the ‘Our Courts. Our Future.’ Four courts will be selected from the
nominations received from the public in terms of voting. Staff recommends approval for
nominating Community Park Basketball Court for Timberwolves Refurbishment project. The
public will have to vote online, and the city will promote it on social media and weekly
newsletters.
Council Member Leehy Moved, Approved 4-0
G: POLICY ITEMS:
1. Resolution of Support to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds for Group
Home Rehab
City Administrator Thongvanh
The City received a request from Accessible Space, Inc. to consider a resolution of support for
their Community Development Block Grant application with Ramsey County. The grant is
through Ramsey County, and it would provide funds for rehabilitating a group home. The
grant request totals $84,900, of which $41,700 and it would be use for the Snelling Ave house to
renovate windows, flooring, restroom, and deck. Staff recommends approving Resolution 19-15
in support of approving CDBG Grant Application – Accessible Space, Inc.
Council Member Harris Moved, Approved 4-0
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2. Consider changes to 2040 Comprehensive Plan
City Administrator Thongvanh
The City received the first comments from the Metropolitan Council regarding the 2040
Comprehensive Plan. The Met Council would like to see more information on mixed use (MU),
including the percentage of share of methods and overall density of the land use category. In
our plan, most of the redevelopment opportunities identified between now and 2040 are of a
mixed-use nature, 35.4 acres, concentrated in the Snelling/Larpenteur corner and along
Larpenteur Ave west to Cleveland Ave.
Council Member Harris stated that none of the mixed-use percentage applies unless there is
going to be a complete redevelopment of a property. Therefore, it does not apply if a resident is
remodeling their house or property owners remodeling their apartment building that currently
exists. It is only for complete redevelopment of a property. City Administrator Thongvanh
stated that this would affect the TIES building if Buhl Investors decides to move forward with
their MU project. We need a motion to follow this through and staff items that were
highlighted on page 51.
Council Member Harris Moved, Approved 4-0
H. INFORMATION/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
· Workshop Following Tonight’s Regular Council Meeting
Council Member Miazga
· The Environment Commission is putting an environment sustainability column for the
newsletter. Also, Jim who is the chair of our Environment Commission is working
closely with other Environment Commissions and opportunities to collaborate. He will
be in Shoreview on May 6 to meet with the Environment Commission. He will also
meet with St. Anthony Village and learn about their innovative ideas and putting a
sustainability component in their park’s plan.
· This Saturday is the Environment Commission conference for the metro area
commissions and environmental organizations. It is from 8:30am - 3:30pm at Hennepin
Avenue United Church and the address is 511 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis, MN
55403. We will have two people who will represent Falcon Heights.
· AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) is a great grant opportunity. This
weekend, I will be meeting with three members of the Environment Commission and
create a proposal. We are looking at getting the fund for rapid flash beacons for public
safety on Larpenteur and Pascal and Larpenteur and Fry. We are looking at those two
locations because there have been issues on speeding. It is dangerous for children,
seniors, and residents when crossing the street.
· Last week, councilmember Leehy and I attended the Ramsey County Sexual Assault
investigation event. It was a terrific event.
· NYFS’ Leadership lunch is on May 1st from 11:30am - 1pm at Midland Hills Country
Club.
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· I drafted a bonding resolution for our next meeting on May 10th. The resolution is to ask
the State of Minnesota for $1 million dollars for Community Park. I have been working
with City Administrator Thongvanh and hope to have everyone’s support.
· The 2018 Community Survey final report is now on the city website.
Council Member Leehy
· Last week, the Parks Commission met and it was a quorum. The meeting had some new
faces, and we are happy to have them. Nalisha who is the new Assistant to the City
Administrator will be the staff liaison for the Parks Commission.
· Garden season is just around the corner, and there is going to be a community garden
event next week. The event is called Seeds of Sharing (S.O.S), and it is on Wednesday,
April 17, at 6:00pm in City Hall. We will have speakers from U of M Master Gardeners
and gardeners can have a chance to share seeds with each other. We encourage
everyone to attend the event.
· The Ramsey County Sexual Assault investigation event was well attended. I am looking
to bring one of the speakers to city council meetings. The event talked about creating a
safe system for victims to have an advocate right away. The advocate will go through
the process with the victim from start to finish. The system will make sure victims are
not walking the journey alone.
The next inclusion set of guest speakers will be Valerie Castile, John Thompson, and
Hawa Samatar. The event name is “Cultivating a Caring Community - Healing and
Understanding,” and it will be on Saturday, July 6, from 6:30pm-8:00pm at City Hall.
Adding on, this day will be the second annual Restoration Day.
Mayor Gustafson
· Spring Together is Saturday, June 8 from 11am - 2pm at Curtiss Field.
· Inclusion Speaker Ron Rabinovitz event is Thursday, May 23 from 7pm-8:30pm at City
Hall.
· Community Engagement Commission meeting is on April 15, 7pm at City Hall.
City Administrator Thongvanh
· A reminder that snow emergency policy begins after 2 inches of new snow no matter
when it falls. Vehicles must be off the streets so we can plow, and we will start ticketing.
I. COMMUNITY FORUM:
J. ADJOURNMENT: 7:56 P.M.
________________________________
Randy Gustafson, Mayor
Dated this 10th day of April, 2019
_________________________________
Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item General Disbursements and Payroll
Description
General Disbursements through: 5/03/19 $240,929.03
Payroll through: 4/30/19 $36,472.90
Budget Impact The general disbursements and payroll are consistent with the budget.
Attachment(s) · General Disbursements and Payroll
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends that the Falcon Heights City Council approve general
disbursements and payroll.
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Consent F1
Attachment General Disbursements and Payroll
Submitted By Roland Olson, Finance Director
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Approval of City License(s)
Description
The following individuals have applied for a Tree Trimming License for 2019.
Staff has received the necessary documents for licensure.
1. All Season’s Tree Services and Snowplowing, Inc.
Budget Impact N/A
Attachment(s) N/A
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommends that the Falcon Heights City Council approve the 2019 City
License Applications contingent on background checks as required by each permit.
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Consent F2
Attachment N/A
Submitted By Amanda Lor, Administrative
Coordinator
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Resignation of Alyssa Schmeling from the Falcon Heights Park and Recreation
Commission
Description
Ms. Alyssa Schmeling was appointed by the City Council to the Planning
Commission on January 10, 2018.
Budget Impact N/A
Attachment(s) · Resolution 19-16 Accepting the Resignation of Alyssa Schmeling from the
Park and Recreation Commission
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommend approval of attached resolution to accept the resignation of
Alyssa Schmeling from the Park and Recreation Commission.
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Consent F3
Attachment Resolution
Submitted By Sack Thongvanh, City Administrator
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CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION May 8, 2019
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RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE RESIGNATION OF ALYSSA SCHMELING FROM THE FALCON HEIGHTS PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION WHEREAS, the City Council appointed Alyssa Schmeling on January 10, 2018 as a member of the City of Falcon Heights Park and Recreation Commission; and WHEREAS, on June 2018, Alyssa Schmeling submitted her letter of resignation; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights,
Minnesota: 1. That the “Letter of Resignation” (email) is accepted by the City Council of the City of Falcon
Heights.
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Moved by: Approved by: ________________________
Melanie Leehy
Mayor Pro-Tem
Vacant ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________
GUSTAFSON Sack Thongvanh
HARRIS ____ Against City Administrator
LEEHY
MIAZGA
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Donations for 2019 Parks Program Fund
Description
At the beginning of each year, Falcon Heights’ and surrounding businesses provide
donations to support the upcoming year’s Park and Recreation Fund and Special
Events. There are three levels at which the business can donate- Gold ($200 - $500)
Silver ($100-$199) and Bronze ($50-$99). The Parks and Recreation department uses
the money from the local businesses to assist in purchasing the events
entertainment, supplies and any other event and programming related costs. Each
donation is recognized by the city as appropriate.
Budget Impact To date, a total of $1,080 has been donated to the Parks and Recreation
Programming Fund and Special Events Fund. These donations help offset the cost
of Parks Programming and Special Events.
Attachment(s) NA
Action(s)
Requested
Motion to accept the following donations for 2019 special events from the following
businesses:
Gold Level ($200-250): James Kernick D.D.S. ($500)
Silver Level ($100 - $199):
Bronze Level ($50-$99):
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Consent F4
Attachment N/A
Submitted By Nalisha Nandkumar, Assistant to the
City Administrator
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ITEM FOR DISCUSSION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Pavement Condition Assessment Quote
Description
Every three years the City hires a company to complete a pavement condition
assessment on all of the City owned roads within the City. This information is
used for asset management as well as for capital planning. In the past the City
has contracted with GoodPointe Technology. The City contacted GoodPointe
Technology and requested a quote to complete the pavement condition
assessment in 2019.
Budget Impact The contractor proposed to complete the assessment of roadways (16.3 miles)
at the rate of $250/mile, for a total not to exceed budget of $4,075.00
Funding for the repairs would be from the Capital Infrastructure Fund.
Attachment(s) N/A
Action(s) Requested Motion to accept the quote from GoodPoint Technology in the amount of
$4,075.00.
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Consent F5
Attachment N/A
Submitted By Jesse Freihammer, City Engineer
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ITEM FOR DISCUSSION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Minnesota State Horticultural Society - Garden-In-A-Box
Description
Started in 2008, the Garden-in-a-Box program was created by Minnesota State
Horticulture Society to teach vegetable gardening to kids so they would eat
more fresh produce. MSHS distributes vegetable gardening kits to community
groups.
The program provides an opportunity for children and families in need to
experience the benefits of gardening: affordable healthy food, outdoor activity,
education and community building. It gives childcare providers, community
program coordinators and teachers the chance to incorporate hands-on
learning experiences into their programs.
Partnering organizations will receive free garden kits for growing vegetables to
distribute among their program participants starting in May. All the materials
needed to start a small space container garden will be donated at no cost to the
participants:
1. 3’ diameter polypropylene box from Garden Circles Raised Bed
Gardens. The box is 1’ deep.
2. Enough soil from CreekSide Soils to fill the box (10 cubic feet).
3. Natural fertilizer from Sustane.
4. A selection of vegetable plants from Wagner’s Greenhouses suited for
small space gardens.
5. Seeds from Seed Savers Exchange.
Partnering organizations will also receive educational support on gardening
and cooking, youth friendly gardening materials, and access to expert
gardeners.
The City of Falcon Heights will be partnering with the MSHS for the Garden-
In-A-Box Program. The boxes will be potentially placed at Falcon Heights
Elementary, City Hall and at Sr. Apartment Complexes.
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Policy G1
Attachment Pictures
Submitted By Nalisha Nandkumar, Assistant to the
City Administrator
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Budget Impact N/A
Attachment(s) · Pictures
Action(s) Requested No action required is required of the City Council. This is an informational
item.
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REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Consider Changes to City Code Regarding Building Height
Description
One of the goals for 2019 is to begin cleaning up outdated sections of City Code,
which began with the fence regulations earlier this spring. Another section of code
that requires clarification is building height as it is defined and regulated in the
zoning code.
At the March 26, 2019 Planning Commission workshop, Commissioners expressed
support for changing the definition of building height to be more in line with
regulations of nearby cities. This definition would provide a greater height
allowance for pitched roofs, as height would be measured from the midpoint of the
highest gable.
Also at the March 26 Workshop, Commissioners were satisfied with the height
regulations currently in place for the various zoning districts.
Staff feel that the change to the definition will be helpful to residents and their
contractors as they plan home renovations and any potential new homes. By
changing the definition of building height, projects can be taller while preserving
the character of neighborhood residential homes. Furthermore, this definition is
already used in many other cities near Falcon Heights.
Changes are suggested to three sections of the City Code: building height definition,
clarification for the R1 single family district, and a simpler definition for accessory
buildings (primarily, detached garages).
The Planning Commission held a Public Hearing during their meeting on April 24,
2019 to consider these changes. No negative feedback was received, and
Commissioners voted unanimously to recommend these changes.
Budget Impact No impact
Attachment(s) · Ordinance 19-04 Amending Section 113 of the City Code for Building Heights
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Policy G2
Attachment Ordinance
Submitted By Justin Markon, Community Development
Coordinator
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Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommend adoption of attached ordinance regarding building height.
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ORDINANCE NO. 19-04 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 113 OF THE FALCON HEIGHTS CITY CODE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF FALCON HEIGHTS ORDAINS: SECTION 1 Section 113-3 of the Falcon Heights City Code is amended as follows.
113-3 – Definitions
Building height means the vertical distance between the lowestaverage grade level at the building
line and the uppermost point on thea flat roof, to the mean distance of the highest gable on a
pitched, hip, or gambrel roof, to the deck line of a mansard roof, and to the uppermost point on
all other roof types.
SECTION 2 Section 113-174 is amended as follows. Section 113-174 – One-family R-1 residential district
(e) Lot area, height, lot width and yard requirements. (1) No structure or building shall exceed two stories or 25 feet in height aboveground level, whichever is lesser in height, except as provided in section 113-243.
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SECTION 3 Section 113-240 is amended as follows
Section 113-240 – Accessory buildings and structures (f) Height limitations. No accessory building in a residential district shall exceed the height of the principal building. No detached garage in a residential district shall exceed 15 feet in height.:
(1) A maximum of 18 feet in height from grade to peak if the roof has a pitch that is four
feet (horizontal) to one foot (vertical) or greater. (2) A maximum of 12 feet in height from grade to peak if the roof has a pitch that is less than four feet (horizontal) to one foot (vertical). SECTION 4 This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage and a summary published in the
official newspaper. ADOPTED this 8th day of May, 2019, by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota.
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MIAZGA
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Families, Fields and Fair __________________________
The City That Soars!
Item Domestic Partner Registry Fees
Description
In 2011, the City Council adopted Ordinance 11-03, which authorized a domestic
partnership registry in the City. At that time, an application form and various rules
were approved. It appears that the fee was never added to the fee schedule. Recently,
a few people have inquired about the domestic partner registry in Falcon Heights.
Upon consultation with the City Attorney and those who advocated for the registry
in 2011, a domestic partner registration may still be a relevant decision for some
couples, and therefore the City should keep the registry. The included Resolution
would establish the fees related to the domestic partner registry into our Fee
Schedule.
A copy of the Domestic Partners section of City Code is attached for reference.
Budget
Impact
No significant impact on the 2019 Budget.
Attachment(s) · Chapter 2, Article VIII – Domestic Partners
· Resolution 19-17 Amending the 2019 City Fee Schedule to Include a Fee for
Domestic Partner Registry
Action(s)
Requested
Staff recommend adopting the attached resolution establishing a fee for the domestic
partner registry.
Meeting Date May 8, 2019
Agenda Item Policy G3
Attachment Supporting Document(s)
Submitted By Justin Markon, Community Development
Coordinator
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G3-Domestic Partner Registry City Code pg. 1
ARTICLE VIII. - DOMESTIC PARTNERS
Sec. 2-150. - Purpose.
The City of Falcon Heights authorizes and establishes a voluntary program of registration of domestic partners. The domestic partnership registry is a means by which unmarried, committed couples who reside or work in Falcon Heights and who share a life together may document their relationship.
Falcon Heights's Domestic Partnership Ordinance is a city ordinance and does not create
rights, privileges, or responsibilities that are available to spouses under state or federal law. The City of Falcon Heights cannot provide legal advice concerning domestic partnerships. Applicants and registrants may wish to consult with an attorney for such advice including, but not limited to: wills, medical matters, finances and powers of attorney, children and dependents, medical and
health care employment benefits.
(Ord. No. 11-03, § 1, 7-27-2011)
Sec. 2-151. - Definitions.
The following words and phrases used in this Code have the meanings given in this section:
Domestic partner. Any two adults who meet all the following:
(1) Are not related by blood closer than permitted under marriage laws of the state.
(2) Are not married.
(3) Are competent to enter into a contract.
(4) Are jointly responsible to each other for the necessities of life.
(5) Are committed to one another to the same extent as married persons are to each other,
except for the traditional marital status and solemnities.
(6) Do not have any other domestic partner(s).
(7) Are both at least 18 years of age.
(8) At least one of whom resides in Falcon Heights or is employed in Falcon Heights.
Domestic partnership. The term "domestic partnership" shall include, but not be limited to,
upon production of valid, government-issued documentation, in addition to domestic
partnerships registered with the City of Falcon Heights, and regardless of whether partners in either circumstances have sought further registration with the City of Falcon Heights:
(1) Any persons who have a currently-registered domestic partnership with a governmental body pursuant to state, local or other law authorizing such registration.
The term "domestic partnership" shall be construed liberally to include same-sex
unions, regardless of title, in which two same-sex individuals are committed to one another as married persons are traditionally committed, except for the traditional marital status and solemnities.
(2) Marriages that would be legally recognized as a contract of lawful marriage in another
local, state or foreign jurisdiction, but for the operation of Minnesota law.
(Ord. No. 11-03, § 1, 7-27-2011)
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Sec. 2-152. - Registration of domestic partnerships.
(a) The city clerk shall accept an application in a form provided by the city to register
domestic partners who state in such application that they meet the definition of domestic partners.
(b) The city clerk shall charge an application fee for the registration of domestic partners and shall charge a fee for providing certified copies of registrations, amendments, or notices of termination.
(c) The city clerk shall provide each domestic partner with a registration certificate. The registration certificate shall not be issued prior to the third working day after the date of the application.
(d) This application and certificate may be used as evidence of the existence of a domestic
partner relationship.
(e) The city clerk shall keep a record of all registrations of domestic partnership, amendments to registrations and notices of termination. The records shall be maintained so that amendments and notices of termination are filed with the registration of domestic partnership to which they pertain.
(f) The application and amendments thereto, the registration certificate, and termination
notices shall constitute government data and will be subject to disclosure pursuant to the terms of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act.
(Ord. No. 11-03, § 1, 7-27-2011)
Sec. 2-153. - Amendments.
The city clerk may accept amendments for filing from persons who have domestic
partnership registrations on file, except amendments which would replace one of the registered partners with another individual.
(Ord. No. 11-03, § 1, 7-27-2011)
Sec. 2-154. - Termination of domestic partnership.
Domestic partnership registration terminates when the earliest of the following occurs:
(1) One of the partners dies; or
(2) Forty-five days after one partner sends the other partner written notice, on a form provided by the city, that he or she is terminating the partnership and files the notice of termination and an affidavit of service of the notice on the other partner together with a fee with the city clerk.
(Ord. No. 11-03, § 1, 7-27-2011)
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CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS COUNCIL RESOLUTION May 8, 2019
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A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2019 CITY FEE SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE A FEE FOR DOMESTIC PARTNER REGISTRY WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Ordinance 11-03 in 2011, authorizing a domestic partnership registry in the City; and, WHEREAS, City Staff reviews the fee schedule to make sure that the fee reflects staff cost and that the fee is competitive; and, WHEREAS, City Staff recommend adopting a fee for administration of the domestic partner registry,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota approves the fee of $40.00 for a domestic partner registration; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Falcon Heights, Minnesota approves the fee of $20.00 for an amendment or termination of domestic partnership.
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