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Call to Order.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Roll Call.
Consideration, discussion, and possible action on all of the following items:
I. Approval of the January 12, 2021, City Council Meeting Agenda. (action requested.)
II. Proclamations and Recognitions.
A. Presentation of Northeast Youth and Family Services, President and CEO, Tara Jebens-Singh
presenting.
III. Consent Agenda.
These items are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless a Councilmember or citizen so requests, in which the item will be
removed from the Consent Agenda and placed elsewhere on the agenda.
A. Approval of January 12, 2021, City Council meeting minutes. (pp.1-3)
B. Licenses and Permits. (pp.5)
C. Claims. (pp.7-9)
D. Resolution 21-011 Approving the Northeast Family Services Agreement. (pp.11-17)
E. Resolution 21-012 a resolution Designating Mayor Stille as a participant in Outside Organizations for
2021. (pp.19)
F. Resolution 21-013 a resolution Designating Councilmember Jenson as a participant in Outside
Organizations for 2021. (pp.21)
G. Resolution 21-014 a resolution Designating Councilmember Randle as a participant in Outside
Organizations for 2021. (pp.23)
H. Resolution 21-015 a resolution Designating Councilmember Walker as a participant in Outside
Organizations for 2021. (pp.25)
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
JANUARY 26, 2021
7:00 p.m.
HRA meeting immediately
after council meeting
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I. Resolution 21-016 a resolution Designating Councilmember Webster as a participant in Outside
Organizations for 2021. (pp.27)
IV. Public Hearing.
V. Reports from Commission and Staff
A. Resolution 21-017 a resolution to approve conditional use permit for a car wash facility with vacuum
stations at 2701 Kenzie Terrace in the C, Commercial District. Steve Grittman, City Planner
presenting. (pp.29-123)
VI. General Business of Council.
A. Snow and Ice Control Presentation. Jeremy Gumke, Public Works Superintendent presenting.
(pp.125-130)
B. Resolution 21-018 a resolution approving the hiring of Charlie Yunker as the City Manager for the
City of St. Anthony. (pp.131-137)
VII. Reports from City Manager and Council members.
VIII. Community Forum
Individuals may address the City Council about any City business item not included on the regular agenda.
Speakers are requested to come to the podium, sign their name and address on the form at the podium, state
their name and address for the Clerk’s record, and limit their remarks to five minutes. Generally, the City
Council will not take official action on items discussed at this time, but may typically refer the matter to staff
for a future report or direct the matter to be scheduled on an upcoming agenda.
IX. Information and Announcements
X. Adjournment
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY 1
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 2
JANUARY 12, 2021 3
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CALL TO ORDER. 5
6
Mayor Stille called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 7
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 9
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Mayor Stille invited the Council and audience to join him in the Pledge of Allegiance. 11
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ROLL CALL. 13
14
Present: Mayor Stille, Councilmembers Jenson, Walker and Webster. 15
Absent: Councilmember Randle 16
Also Present: Interim City Manager Charlie Yunker, and City Planner Steve Grittman. 17
Guests: None. 18
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CONSIDERATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE FOLLOWING 20
ITEMS. 21
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I.APPROVAL OF JANUARY 12, 2021 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA. 23
24
Motion by Councilmember Webster, seconded by Councilmember Walker, to approve the City 25
Council Meeting Agenda of January 12, 2021. 26
27
Motion carried 4-0. 28
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II.PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS – NONE. 30
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III. CONSENT AGENDA.32
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A.Approve December 8, 2020, Council meeting minutes.34
B.Licenses and permits.35
C.Claims.36
D.Resolution 21-001; a Resolution Accepting Donations and Grants Received in the 4th37
Quarter of 2020.38
E.Housekeeping Resolutions:39
21-002; a Resolution Designating Thomas Randle as Mayor Pro-Tem for the Calendar40
Year 2021.41
21-003; a Resolution Authorizing the Mayor, City Manager and Finance Director to42
Make Certain Financial Transactions Regarding City Financial Accounts43
21-004; a Resolution Designating US Bank, N.A. of St. Anthony as the Official44
Depository for City Funds for the Calendar Year 2021.45
21-005; a Resolution Designating the Star Tribune as the Legal Newspaper for the City46
of St. Anthony Village for the Calendar Year 2021.47
21-006; a Resolution Adopting the Standing Rules of Conduct for City Council Meetings48
for 2021.49
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21-007; a Resolution Adopting the Elected Officials Travel Policy for 2021. 1
21-008; a Resolution Designating Steve Carlson of Hedbeck, Arendt, and Carlson the 2
Prosecuting Attorney for the City of St. Anthony for 2021. 3
21-009; a Resolution for the 2021 Street Improvement Bond Reimbursement. 4
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Motion by Councilmember Webster, seconded by Councilmember Walker, to approve the 6
Consent Agenda items. 7
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Motion carried 4-0. 9
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IV. PUBLIC HEARING – NONE. 11
12
V. REPORTS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF. 13
14
A. Resolution 21-010; a Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Car Wash 15
Facility with Vacuum Station at 2701 Kenzie Terrace in the C, Commercial District. 16
17
City Planner Grittman reviewed the resolution with the Council. 18
19
Mayor Stille asked if the City Council would like to approve this or send it back to the Planning 20
Commission for review. 21
22
Councilmember Jenson indicated he was in favor of sending this back to the Planning 23
Commission. Councilmember Webster agreed with Councilmember Jenson to following the 24
City process because it sounds like there is still some work that needs to be done at the Planning 25
Commission. 26
27
Motion by Councilmember Jenson, seconded by Councilmember Walker, to refer the 28
Conditional Use Permit request for a Car Wash Facility with Vacuum Station at 2701 Kenzie 29
Terrace back to the Planning Commission. 30
31
Motion carried 4-0. 32
33
VI. GENERAL BUSINESS OF COUNCIL. 34
35
A. Quarterly Goals Update 36
37
Interim City Manager Yunker reviewed the quarterly goals with the Council. 38
39
Councilmember Webster thanked Mr. Yunker and staff for all of the work done in 2020 and 40
staying focused on all of the City goals. 41
42
Mayor Stille expressed his thanks to City staff for all of the work done as well. 43
44
VII. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCIL MEMBERS. 45
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Interim City Manager Yunker reported that staff received a resignation from Dan Payne of the 1
Planning Commission effective January 1st. He noted the Council will need to look at how the 2
City will want to fill that slot. 3
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Councilmember Jenson stated on December 15th he attended a meeting with the Metro Cities 5
Race Equity Ad-Hock Committee. Over the last several months the committee has developed a 6
questionnaire that is now being brought up to the League of Minnesota Cities that will be sent 7
out to all cities looking at how the LMC can help cities and what resources are required. He 8
indicated on December 17th he attended the year end Metro Cities meeting for the Board of 9
Directors and the primary item was the change over in personnel and approved who was going to 10
come on board. There were also some close outs of some of the service delivery procedures that 11
were finalized and approved. 12
13
Mayor Stille stated since the last City Council meeting, he attended the Regional Council of 14
Mayors on December 14th. December 15th the Council had a work session where everyone 15
participated. January 11th he attended the Regional Council of Mayors and it was very 16
interesting and some food for thought, Thomas Fisher, the Director of Minnesota Design Center 17
at the U of M together with Peter Frosh from Greater MSP, talked. He reviewed the topic with 18
the Council. The thought was how to position themselves on what is coming and what to do 19
from a Zoning and Planning perspective and how to handle the assets. He noted he also attended 20
the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization Board Meeting, and the Stewardship Fund 21
was touched upon which is a series of grants that organizations can get. If anyone is interested 22
and wants to know more about this item, he indicated he would open to discussing it further and 23
direct them to the right areas. 24
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VIII. COMMUNITY FORUM. 26
27
Mayor Stille invited residents to come forward at this time and address the Council on items that 28
are not on the regular agenda. 29
30
Hearing none, Mayor Stille moved forward with the agenda. 31
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IX. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS. 33
34
None. 35
36
X. ADJOURNMENT. 37
38
Mayor Stille adjourned the meeting at 7:22 p.m. 39
40
Respectfully submitted, 41
Sue Osbeck 42
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 43
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Mayor 45
ATTEST: 46
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Saint Anthony Village
DATE: January 26, 2021 Approved:
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: License Clerk
ITEM: License and Permits for Approval:
General Contractors License:
REB Storage Systems International, Chicago, IL
Mechanical Licenses:
Airics Heating & AC, Bloomington, MN
KB Service, Little Canada, MN
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City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 1
Check Issue Dates: 1/7/2021 - 1/26/2021 Jan 20, 2021 10:46AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Number Check Issue Date Amount
10710 ICMA RETIREMENT TRUST 43055 01/07/2021 1,445.00
11792 INTERNATIONAL UNION LOCAL #49 43056 01/07/2021 420.00
11793 LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES 43057 01/07/2021 1,079.50
10002 LOCAL UNION IAFF #3486 43058 01/07/2021 357.30
1118 56 BREWING 43059 01/26/2021 429.50
10039 AIRGAS USA LLC 43060 01/26/2021 66.34
10045 ALERT-ALL 43061 01/26/2021 1,484.00
1100 ARTISIAN BEER COMPANY 43062 01/26/2021 6,310.36
12180 ARVIG CONSTRUCTION 43063 01/26/2021 357.94
10115 ASPEN MILLS 43064 01/26/2021 548.94
10116 ASPEN WASTE SYSTEMS INC 43065 01/26/2021 184.14
12677 ASSOCIATION FOR NONSMOKERS - MINNESOTA 43066 01/26/2021 399.00
1013 BELLBOY CORPORATION 43067 01/26/2021 7,497.61
1014 BELLBOY CORPORATION 43068 01/26/2021 245.30
2009 BLACK STACK BREWING 43069 01/26/2021 1,370.00
10175 BLAINE LOCK & SAFE INC.43070 01/26/2021 117.00
10180 BOND TRUST SERVICES CORPORATION 43071 01/26/2021 6,275.00
10185 BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC 43072 01/26/2021 258.87
8544 BOURGET IMPORTS 43073 01/26/2021 519.00
1018 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BEER 43074 01/26/2021 20,877.56
1011 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WINE & SPIRITS 43075 01/26/2021 9,346.93
1009 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WINE & SPIRITS 43076 01/26/2021 4,818.62
10218 BUREAU OF CRIM APPREHENSION 43077 01/26/2021 510.00
1017 CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES 43078 01/26/2021 20,088.56
10252 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 43079 01/26/2021 5,741.35
10263 CENTURYLINK 43080 01/26/2021 504.96
12596 CINTAS 43081 01/26/2021 1,254.81
10290 CITY OF NEW BRIGHTON 43082 01/26/2021 120.33
10293 CITY OF ROSEVILLE 43083 01/26/2021 15,501.81
10299 CITY OF ST. PAUL 43084 01/26/2021 459.00
10307 CIVIC SYSTEMS, LLC 43085 01/26/2021 7,114.00
1010 CLEAR RIVER BEVERAGE COMPANY 43086 01/26/2021 567.00
12561 CORE & MAIN LP 43087 01/26/2021 4,430.00
1042 CRYSTAL SPRINGS ICE 43088 01/26/2021 130.14
10373 DAILEY DATA & ASSOCIATES 43089 01/26/2021 6,390.00
13006 DDA - DAVID DROWN ASSOCIATES CO 43090 01/26/2021 15,000.00
11796 DO GOOD BIZ INC 43091 01/26/2021 400.62
10432 DORSEY & WHITNEY 43092 01/26/2021 7,174.00
10458 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 43093 01/26/2021 295.00
10461 EHLERS & ASSOCIATES, INC.43094 01/26/2021 1,098.75
10468 ELECTRO WATCHMAN INC 43095 01/26/2021 191.44
2036 FALLING KNIFE BREWING CO 43096 01/26/2021 935.00
10526 FLEETPRIDE 43097 01/26/2021 97.27
11775 FREEDOM MAILING SERVICES 43098 01/26/2021 57.29
1110 GENERAL INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO 43099 01/26/2021 54.84
10578 GOPHER STATE ONE CALL 43100 01/26/2021 89.10
12928 GREAT NORTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL 43101 01/26/2021 27.70
10603 H & L MESABI INC 43102 01/26/2021 1,202.16
2024 HEADFLYER BREWING 43103 01/26/2021 429.00
10634 HEALTHPARTNERS 43104 01/26/2021 357.00
10641 HENN CNTY CHIEFS OF POLICE ASN 43105 01/26/2021 70.00
10642 HENN CNTY INFO TECH DEPT 43106 01/26/2021 5,254.57
10652 HENNEPIN COUNTY SHERIFF 43107 01/26/2021 332.00
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City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 2
Check Issue Dates: 1/7/2021 - 1/26/2021 Jan 20, 2021 10:46AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Number Check Issue Date Amount
1019 HOHENSTEIN'S, INC 43108 01/26/2021 5,303.05
10684 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES 43109 01/26/2021 911.75
1027 INDEED BREWING COMPANY 43110 01/26/2021 1,358.50
13005 INDELCO PLASTICS CORPORATION 43111 01/26/2021 1,288.73
10733 INSTRUMENTAL RESEARCH, INC.43112 01/26/2021 100.00
1016 JJ TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING 43113 01/26/2021 25,459.98
1102 JOHNSON BROTHERS 43114 01/26/2021 8,594.44
1004 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR CO.43115 01/26/2021 6,903.00
1005 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY.43116 01/26/2021 11,410.96
1006 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY.43117 01/26/2021 11,208.11
1044 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY.43118 01/26/2021 18,306.87
10797 KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS 43119 01/26/2021 352.10
10830 LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES 43120 01/26/2021 2,700.00
10833 LMCIT %BERKLEY RISK ADMIN CO 43121 01/26/2021 51,635.00
2010 LUPULIN BREWING 43122 01/26/2021 343.17
11985 MANSFIELD OIL COMPANY 43123 01/26/2021 2,443.41
12983 MED ALLIANCE 43124 01/26/2021 94.50
2029 MEGA BEER 43125 01/26/2021 1,460.65
10916 MENARDS LUMBER 43126 01/26/2021 71.96
10922 METRO CITIES 43127 01/26/2021 3,733.00
2005 MILK AND HONEY CIDERS 43128 01/26/2021 666.00
12940 MINNEHAHA BLDG MAINTENANCE 43129 01/26/2021 63.00
2006 MODIST BREWING COMPANY 43130 01/26/2021 402.00
11085 MURPHY'S SERVICE CENTER 43131 01/26/2021 128.71
1051 NEW FRANCE WINE COMPANY 43132 01/26/2021 436.00
12778 NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS INC 43133 01/26/2021 10,632.50
11163 OFFICE DEPOT 43134 01/26/2021 159.73
12112 OREILLY AUTO PARTS 43135 01/26/2021 8.33
1012 PAUSTIS & SONS 43136 01/26/2021 3,860.25
2034 PEQUOD DISTRIBUTION 43137 01/26/2021 822.50
1001 PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 43138 01/26/2021 2,873.60
1002 PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 43139 01/26/2021 2,461.37
11227 PLUNKETT'S 43140 01/26/2021 881.18
1062 RED BULL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY 43141 01/26/2021 454.00
1024 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 43142 01/26/2021 2,287.84
1008 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 43143 01/26/2021 2,505.61
1026 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 43144 01/26/2021 31,074.10
1036 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 43145 01/26/2021 327.84
2035 STACKED DECK BREWING CO 43146 01/26/2021 662.00
2001 STEEL TOE BREWING 43147 01/26/2021 183.00
11586 TRACY PRINTING 43148 01/26/2021 3,432.00
11819 TRUE NORTH ELECTRIC 43149 01/26/2021 803.45
11609 TWIN CITY GARAGE DOOR 43150 01/26/2021 4,193.25
11626 U.S. BANK (PURCHASING CARD)43151 01/26/2021 2,998.74
2037 URSA MINOR BREWING 43152 01/26/2021 765.00
11674 VERIZON WIRELESS 43153 01/26/2021 197.98
1025 VINOCOPIA 43154 01/26/2021 414.25
11704 WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN 43155 01/26/2021 718.83
11933 WIMACTEL INC 43156 01/26/2021 50.00
12648 WINDSTREAM 43157 01/26/2021 71.74
1034 WINE COMPANY/THE 43158 01/26/2021 590.50
1038 WINE MERCHANTS INC 43159 01/26/2021 1,963.74
1032 WINEBOW 43160 01/26/2021 509.50
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City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 3
Check Issue Dates: 1/7/2021 - 1/26/2021 Jan 20, 2021 10:46AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Number Check Issue Date Amount
11731 WITMER PUBLIC SAFETY GRP, INC.43161 01/26/2021 137.97
11740 XCEL ENERGY 43162 01/26/2021 4,815.36
11748 ZAHL PETROLEUM MAINTENANCE CO.43163 01/26/2021 30,539.00
Grand Totals: 427,055.66
Bond Payments:
Bond Trust Services $3,498,642.50
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AGREEMENT
1. PARTIES
This agreement is made and entered into by and between the City of Saint
Anthony Village Minnesota (“Municipality”) and Northeast Youth and
Family Services (“NYFS”).
2. RECITALS
a. NYFS is a non-profit social service agency whose mission is to meet the
unmet developmental needs of at-risk youth and families within their
community environment with emphasis on providing services through
collaboration and coordination with existing community resources. These
services are available to youth and families residing in the northern
suburbs of Ramsey County, including, but not limited to, the municipalities
which are signatory to agreements which are identical to this Agreement
(“participating municipalities”) and students and families from Independent
School Districts 621, 622, 623, 624, 282 and 832.
b. Through this Agreement the Municipality intends to contract with NYFS to
provide such services to its residents and to act as a sponsor of NYFS by
providing financial support, a method to establish appropriate services to
be provided and policy guidance for its activities.
c. This Agreement shall be used as the formal agreement between NYFS
and each of the participating municipalities. This Agreement is intended to
continue the spirit of cooperation and collaboration in the provision of
social services between the Municipality and NYFS.
3. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
In consideration of the mutual understandings of this Agreement, the
parties hereby agree as follows:
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a. Prior Agreements Cancelled. By execution of this Agreement any prior
agreements and amendments thereto between the parties are hereby
cancelled.
b. Services Provided. NYFS shall provide the Municipality and its residents
with youth and family programs set forth in the Addendum attached
hereto.
c. Principles of Service and Program Establishment and Operations. On a
yearly basis and prior to submission of its annual budget, as provided for
hereafter, NYFS shall:
i. Report regarding proposed changes in services and programs to
the Municipality; and
ii. Establish a fair and open bidding/request for proposal (RFP)
process to contract, manage or provide such services and
programs, which are not directly provided by NYFS staff.
d. Funding
i. In addition to the participating municipalities’ share of the annual
budget, funds for the operation of NYFS will be raised by NYFS
endeavoring to secure user fees, grants and appropriations from
private organizations, the State of Minnesota, Federal and County
agencies, and other legal and appropriate sources.
ii. The Municipality shall pay annually to NYFS the base amount
listed in Exhibit A. This base amount will be adjusted annually for
inflation/deflation based on the Standard Metropolitan Statistical
Area Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) and
municipal population estimates based on MN State Demographic
Center. Any adjustment in the payment beyond those indicated by
reference to the CPI-U shall require approval of each of the
participating municipalities.
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iii. Any new municipality joining into this agreement will pay a base
amount annually to NYFS that is on par with the amount paid by
current participating municipalities.
iv. Amounts payable by the Municipality shall be paid to NYFS on or
before January 30th of each year, or at a date mutually agreed upon
by both parties, to cover the Municipality’s share for that year.
e. Board Representation. The Municipality shall have the right to NYFS
Board Representation of City Council, staff or community members (as
designated by the Municipality and approved by NYFS Board) on the
Board of Directors as either a Board Member or Board Advisor.
f. Further Obligations of NYFS. In addition to the obligations set forth
elsewhere in this Agreement, this Agreement is further contingent upon
NYFS doing the follows:
i. The Bylaws of NYFS shall be amended to add provisions requiring
an open process for contracting services as provided for in
paragraph C.2., above, and prohibiting NYFS from supporting or
opposing individual candidates for election to public office in any of
the participating municipalities; and adding the requirement that
IRS 501.C3 status be maintained.
ii. On or before June 30, of any year NYFS shall submit the proposed
city budgeted amount for the subsequent year.
iii. On or before November 30, of any year NYFS shall submit a written
report to the Municipality including an Annual Report, the audited
financial statement, and a program specific summary of services
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provided to the municipality; in addition, 30 days from the end of
each calendar quarter, NYFS shall submit a written report to the
participating municipality.
iv. Periodically advising the Municipality of services available through
NYFS to the Municipality’s residents;
v. Establishing a sliding scale for services available through NYFS to
the Municipality’s residents and periodically advising the
Municipality of such fees;
vi. Providing other reasonable information requested by the
Municipality;
vii. Purchasing a policy of liability insurance in the amount of at least
$1,500,000.00, naming the Municipality as an additional insured
and providing a copy of the insurance certificate evidencing such
policy to the Municipality;
viii. Provide the Municipality with a copy of its Articles of Incorporation,
Bylaws, Amendments thereto, and the IRS tax exempt status letter;
ix. NYFS shall defend and indemnify the Municipality from any and all
claims or causes of actions brought against the Municipality of any
matter arising out of this Agreement or the services provided
pursuant to this Agreement; and,
x. Without the written approval of the Municipality, NYFS will not enter
into any agreement with any other municipality which differs from
the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
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g. Term. The term of this agreement will be through December 31, 2021.
Unless either party gives at least 6 months written notice of its intent to
cancel this Agreement effective December 31 of the year in which the
notice is made, NYFS will continue to provide services to the Municipality
if a successor agreement has not been executed prior to the end of the
term.
h. (A) Distribution of Assets Upon Dissolution.
If NYFS ceases to operate, the Board of Directors will do one of the
following:
i. Give the assets to one or more non-profit agencies providing similar
social services in the northern suburbs of Ramsey County; or,
ii. Form a new Foundation to fund appropriate social service
programming in the northern suburbs of Ramsey County.
The final Distribution of Assets Plan must be approved by the Ramsey
County District Court.
(B) Deviation from the Mission.
If the City Council determines that NYFS has materially deviated from its
mission (See II. Recitals, A.), the City Council may ask the NYFS Board of
Directors to consider dissolving the agency and liquidating the assets.
The Board will do one of the following:
iii. Consider the request and by a majority vote deny it.
iv. Consider the request and by a majority vote agree to modify the
programs to be consistent with the mission.
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v. Consider the request and by a majority vote agree with the request
and move to dissolve the agency and liquidate the assets.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on this date
set forth below.
MUNICIPALITY
City of Saint Anthony Village
By: ______________________________
Elected Official
Its: ______________________________
Clerk/Manager/Administrator
Dated: ______________________________
NYFS
Northeast Youth & Family Services
By: _______________________________
President/CEO
Its: _______________________________
Chair of the Board of Directors
Dated: _______________________________
12/2020
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 21-011
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2021 AGREEMENT WITH NORTHEAST YOUTH
AND FAMILY SERVICES (NYFS)
WHEREAS, the City of Saint Anthony Village agrees to partner with Northeast Youth and
Family Services (NYFS) to provide services for at-risk youth and families within
St. Anthony; and
WHEREAS, the programs that will be provided to the residents of Saint Anthony include
Mental Health Services and Youth Development Programs.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Saint Anthony
Village hereby approves the agreement with Northeast Youth and Family Services and an
administrative fee of $11,211.12 for 2021.
Adopted this 26th day of January, 2021.
______________________________________
Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 21-012
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING MAYOR STILLE
AS A PARTICIPANT IN OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2021
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Saint Anthony Village hereby designates
Mayor Stille as a participant in the following outside organizations for 2021:
League of Minnesota Cities (LMC)
Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO)
Regional Council of Mayors (RCM)
City Auditor Liaison
Adopted this 26th day of January, 2021.
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Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 21-013
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COUNCILMEMBER JENSON
AS A PARTICIPANT IN OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2021
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Saint Anthony Village hereby designated
Councilmember Jenson as a participant in the following outside organizations for 2021:
Metro Cities Association
Alternate to Mississippi Watershed Management Organization (MWMO)
St. Anthony Planning Commission Liaison
Ramsey County League of Local Governments (RCLLG)
St. Anthony Historical Society
Adopted this 26th day of January, 2021.
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Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 21-014
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COUNCILMEMBER RANDLE
AS A PARTICIPANT IN OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2021
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of St. Anthony hereby designates
Councilmember Randle as a participant in the following outside organizations for 2021:
St. Anthony Sports Boosters
St. Anthony Community Services Advisory Board
St. Anthony Sister City
Alternate to Metro Cities Association
Adopted this 26th day of January, 2021.
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Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 21-015
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COUNCILMEMBER WALKER
AS A PARTICIPANT IN OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2021
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Saint Anthony Village hereby designates
Councilmember Walker as a participant in the following outside organizations for 2021:
U.S. Army Restoration Advisory Board
North Suburban Access Corporation (NSAC)
North Suburban Communications Commission (NSCC)
St. Anthony Parks & Environmental Commission Liaison
St. Anthony Chamber of Commerce Liaison
Adopted this 26th day of January, 2021.
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Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 21-016
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COUNCILMEMBER WEBSTER
AS A PARTICIPANT IN OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2021
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Saint Anthony Village hereby designates
Councilmember Webster as a participant in the following outside organizations for 2021:
St. Anthony Villagefest
St. Anthony Village Kiwanis
Family Services Collaborative
Alternate to North Suburban Access Corporation (NSAC)
Alternate to North Suburban Communications Commission (NSCC)
Adopted this 26th day of January, 2021.
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Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor Stille and St. Anthony Village City Council
From: Stephen Grittman, City Planner
Date: City Council Regular Meeting for January 26, 2020
NAC File No: 323.01 – 20.21
Request: Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a Car Wash facility for
Boulevard Autoworks at 2701 Kenzie Terrace.
STAFF and PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
The applicant is proposing to construct a new car wash facility at 2701 Kenzie Terrace. The facility
requires a conditional use permit, and would replace the existing parking lot on the site.
Based on a review of the application, Planning Staff recommends approval of the CUP request, with
conditions related to compliance with code requirements applicable to the impacts of the proposed use.
The Planning Commission reviewed the application at a public hearing on December 15, 2020. Several
members of the public provided written and oral comments, expressing concerns related to noise,
lights, odors, and general compatibility with the neighborhood, with the potential to disrupt quality of
life and diminish property values. The applicant expressed an interest in mitigating those concerns, and
agreed to the required conditions recommended by staff.
After the hearing, Commission discussed the item extensively, ultimately passing a motion to
recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit, based on the findings in the proposed resolution
and with the conditions recommended in the staff report, as well as one additional condition limiting
hours of operation to 7:00a.m. to 10:00p.m. The applicant had indicated that his proposed hours of
operation would be 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. With those conditions, the Planning Commission vote was 7 in
favor, 0 against.
As you are aware, the Council referred action on this item back to the Planning Commission to finalize
and clarify its recommendation. The Commission met on January 19 and took up the item, with the 11
conditions that were incorporated into the motion at their prior meeting. Staff had included the many
written submitted comments from neighbors of the property in the Commission’s packet, but the
hearing had been closed on December 15, and no public verbal comment was taken.
The Commission members brought the item to the table, and discussed it briefly. Comments from
Commissioners predominantly related to their satisfaction that they had reviewed the subject
thoroughly at their previous meeting, and did not believe it needed significant further review.
With that, Commissioners asked for a vote on the full staff recommendation together with the 11
conditions, including the hours of operation condition that they had previously approved. That motion
passed 4 in favor, 0 against, and 1 abstention due to that Commissioner not being a member at the time
of the prior discussion.
This action brings the item back to the City Council with a Planning Commission recommendation of
approval of the CUP, with the attendant 11 conditions.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Boulevard Autoworks
Owner: Boulevard Autoworks
Location: 2801 Kenzie Terrace
Existing Land Use /
Zoning: Vacant / Zoned: C, Commercial
Surrounding Land North: Single Family / Zoned: R-1 – Single Family Residential
Use / Zoning: East: Commercial / Zoned: C – Commercial
South: Commercial / Zoned: C – Commercial
West: Multi Family Residential/ Zoned: PUD – Planned Unit Development
Deadline for Agency Complete Application Date: 11-17-20
Action: 60 Days: 1-16-20
Letter Sent: Yes
120 Days: 3-17-20
ANALYSIS
1. Background
The applicant proposes to construct a car wash facility with a series of outdoor vacuum stations on
the subject property, a current vacant parcel along Kenzie Terrace, just west of their current
automobile service business. The subject property has been used as overflow parking, with limited
pavement, but no buildings or other formal principal use.
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The proposed car wash building would be located toward the north/middle portion of the property,
utilizing the middle of three existing curb cuts to Kenzie Terrace. The other two curb cut access
points would be closed. Traffic is designed to enter the site and circulate counter-clockwise around
the building to the entrance at the west end, exiting the building to the east, with access to a series
of one-way driveways that provide access to outdoor vacuum stations on the south side of the
building. The site plan also provides 6 additional parking stalls on the site in two separate bays.
Automobile Service and Car Washes are both listed as Conditional Uses in the C, Commercial zoning
district. (Sections 152.122 D. and F.). The zoning ordinance provides a series of setback
requirements as follows:
Front Yard (from street right of way): 35 feet
Side Yard: 10 feet
Rear Yard: 25 feet to an alley
The zoning ordinance imposes an additional setback requirement in Commercial zoning districts
adjacent to Residential zoning districts, which provides: Setbacks from residential districts. There
must be a setback area of not less than 20 feet from any property in a residential district within
which setback area parking, storage, and/or loading facilities are excluded.
The proposed site plan appears to meet these minimum standards. In addition to the minimums,
however, a Conditional Use Permit is subject to the following requirements to qualify for City
approval, a specific in Section 152.243(C):
(1) The use is one of the conditional uses specifically listed for the district in which the
property is located;
(2) The City Council has specified all conditions which the City Council deems necessary to
make the use compatible with other uses in the area;
(3) The use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons
residing or working in the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity; and
(4) The use will provide a service or a facility which is in the interest of public convenience
and will contribute to the general welfare.
As such, the standard of review is heightened by measuring how a particular use will impact both the
public and the neighboring land uses. In addition to these review criteria, it must be noted that in
Minnesota, courts have ruled that Conditional Uses are presumed to be allowed in the zoning district in
which they are proposed, but that there are special aspects of the use that require attention and
perhaps, mitigation, to ensure that they are consistent with the requirements and intent of the City’s
zoning regulations and Comprehensive Plan.
That is, there is a presumption that the use is allowed on properly zoned land – the question is whether
the impacts of the use can or cannot be mitigated to a reasonable level expected of other permitted
uses in the district.
Therefore, the review of this use must consider how a typically permitted commercial use would impact
the area, and if there are special aspects of this use that require alteration or other attention.
For the Commercial zoning district, common commercial uses include retail and office facilities, as well
as most commercial service businesses, although many services are also required to obtain Conditional
Use Permits. Outdoor commercial uses are not listed as permitted uses in the district.
For a car wash, there are some extraordinary aspects that require particular attention, over and above
the common commercial use impacts. The most notable are headlight glare from vehicles sitting in
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stacking lanes, and noise from two sources – the exit dryer location, and the proposed exterior vacuum
stations shown on the site plan.
To mitigate these issues, staff has proposed some specific additions and changes to the site plan
designed to moderate these impacts. As noted above, it is not reasonable to require the elimination of
all impacts of commercial activity on the property. However, these recommended changes are intended
to address those additional impacts of the proposed use.
1. Revise the plan to shift the facility and westerly egress lane at least 5 feet to the east (see next
note).
2. In this additional setback space, plant a continuous row of Spruce trees no greater than 15 feet
on center, to create and grow a buffer between the access aisle and the adjoining multi-family
residential building. Due to the proposed grade and retaining wall, a wider space (and thus,
greater shift) may be necessary to accommodate this planting.
3. Add larger evergreen trees to the northwest corner of the site to moderate impacts of
headlights in the stacking lane.
4. Reorient the parking/access lanes in the front area to 90 degree parking angles, and eliminate
the one-way circulation patterns that add unnecessary pavement.
5. Add a solid fence line along the north boundary/alley to create a buffer between the
commercial activity and the single family neighborhood to the north, and add landscaping in
that space to enhance the visual aesthetic and reinforce the buffer.
6. Add larger evergreen stock in the northeast portion of the stacking lane area to screen
headlights from the single family properties.
7. Add a permanent canopy cover and solid side-walls to the vacuum area to buffer noise from this
area and direct any noise to the south towards Kenzie Terrace, to mitigate noise impacts on the
adjoining multi-family building. As noted above, there is no provision for outdoor commercial
uses in the zoning ordinance, and a permanent canopy would avoid this conflict.
8. Reduce parking lot light pole height to no more than 20 feet, and ensure full cut-off hooded
fixtures to reduce light spillage onto adjoining property.
9. Specify hooded, downcast wall lighting on the building to avoid any light-source glare.
10. Compliance with the requirements of the City Engineer with regard to engineering and
construction, including utilities, stormwater, and street improvements.
11. Hours of operation limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
These recommendations are illustrated, in part, as follows:
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Without these additions to the proposal, staff could not recommend approval of the proposed
Conditional Use Permit. However, if these changes are made, staff believes that the use would meet the
expectations for the impacts of commercial land uses, minimizing those as necessary to be reasonably
compatible with the surrounding area.
2. Applicable Code Sections.
Title XV Land Usage, Chapter 152 Zoning Code, Section §152.243 establishes the process and
findings required for consideration of Conditional Use Permits.
Title XV Land Usage, Chapter 152 Zoning Code, Section §152.122 identifies the allowable Conditional
Uses in a C, Commercial zoning district.
Title XV Land Usage, Chapter 152 Zoning Code, Section §152.124 and 125 identify the performance
standards application to uses in the C, Commercial zoning district.
CONCLUSION
Staff and Planning Commission recommend approval of the requested Conditional Use Permit for a car
wash facility at 2701 Kenzie Terrace, only with the following conditions:
1. Revise the plan to shift the facility and westerly egress lane at least 5 feet to the east (see next
note).
2. In this additional setback space, plant a continuous row of Spruce trees no greater than 15 feet
on center, to create and grow a buffer between the access aisle and the adjoining multi-family
residential building. Due to the proposed grade and retaining wall, a wider space (and thus,
greater shift) may be necessary to accommodate this planting.
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3. Add larger evergreen trees to the northwest corner of the site to moderate impacts of
headlights in the stacking lane.
4. Reorient the parking/access lanes in the front area to 90 degree parking angles, and eliminate
the one-way circulation patterns that add unnecessary pavement.
5. Add a solid fence line along the north boundary/alley to create a buffer between the
commercial activity and the single family neighborhood to the north, and add landscaping in
that space to enhance the visual aesthetic and reinforce the buffer.
6. Add larger evergreen stock in the northeast portion of the stacking lane area to screen
headlights from the single family properties.
7. Add a permanent canopy cover and solid side-walls to the vacuum area to buffer noise from this
area and direct any noise to the south towards Kenzie Terrace, to mitigate noise impacts on the
adjoining multi-family building. As noted above, there is no provision for outdoor commercial
uses in the zoning ordinance, and a permanent canopy would avoid this conflict.
8. Reduce parking lot light pole height to no more than 20 feet, and ensure full cut-off hooded
fixtures to reduce light spillage onto adjoining property.
9. Specify hooded, downcast wall lighting on the building to avoid any light-source glare.
10. Compliance with the requirements of the City Engineer with regard to a and construction,
including utilities, stormwater, and street improvements.
11. Hours of Operation limited to between 7:00a.m. and 10:00p.m.
CITY COUNCIL ACTION
Staff and Planning Commission recommend the following Motion:
1. Motion to approve the request for CUP at 2701 Kenzie Terrace with the conditions identified
in this report, and with the attached resolution declaring terms and findings of fact.
Alternative Actions
2. Motion for denial of the CUP. In the event of denial, the City Council must state its findings
related to denial on the record.
3. Request Additional Information and Table Action. A motion to table should be accompanied by
the specific information requested of staff or the developer necessary to make a decision.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Application and Supporting Material
Exhibit B: City Council Resolution
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CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 26, 2021
2701 Kenzie Terrace
Boulevard Autoworks : Car Wash Conditional Use Permit
CAR WASH CUP -SITE LOCATION
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CAR WASH CUP –AERIAL PHOTO
CAR WASH CUP –APPLICANT’S PROPOSED SITE PLAN
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CAR WASH CUP –PLANNING STAFF ALTERNATIVE
CAR WASH CUP –STAFF/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Revise the plan to shift the facility and westerly egress
lane at least 5 feet to the east (see next note).
2.In this additional setback space, plant a continuous row of
Spruce trees no greater than 15 feet on center, to create
and grow a buffer between the access aisle and the
adjoining multi-family residential building. Due to the
proposed grade and retaining wall, a wider space (and
thus, greater shift) may be necessary to accommodate this
planting.
3.Add larger evergreen trees to the northwest corner of the
site to moderate impacts of headlights in the stacking
lane.
4.Reorient the parking/access lanes in the front area to 90
degree parking angles, and eliminate the one-way
circulation patterns that add unnecessary pavement.
5.Add a solid fence line along the north boundary/alley to
create a buffer between the commercial activity and the
single family neighborhood to the north, and add
landscaping in that space
6.Add larger evergreen stock in the northeast portion of the stacking
lane area to screen headlights from the single family properties.
7.Add a permanent canopy cover and solid side-walls to the vacuum
area to buffer noise from this area and direct any noise to the south
towards Kenzie Terrace, to mitigate noise impacts on the adjoining
multi-family building. As noted above, there is no provision for
outdoor commercial uses in the zoning ordinance, and a permanent
canopy would avoid this conflict.
8.Reduce parking lot light pole height to no more than 20 feet, and
ensure full cut-off hooded fixtures to reduce light spillage onto
adjoining property.
9.Specify hooded, downcast wall lighting on the building to avoid any
light-source glare.
10.Compliance with the requirements of the City Engineer with regard to
engineering and construction, including utilities, stormwater, and
street improvements.
11.Hours of operation limited to 7:00a.m. to 10:00p.m.
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CAR WASH CUP –CITY COUNCIL ACTION
1.Motion to approve the request for CUP at 2701 Kenzie Terrace,
incorporating the conditions recommended by staff and Planning
Commission, and including the findings in the attached resolution.
2.Motion to deny the request for CUP at 2701 Kenzie Terrace, based on
findings identified following the public hearing.
3.Motion to table action on the CUP, pending supplemental information
from staff or applicant.
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From: JL Fleming <oxfordjet@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, December 7, 2020 4:56 PM
To: planner@savmn.com
Cc: Yvonne M <yvonnemeyer@hotmail.com>; Steve Dehler <stevedehler@gmail.com>; bbrozak
<ebbrozak@comcast.net>; ljeremiason@outlook.com; David Eichinger <esw@usa.com>
Subject: Request to Postpone Agenda Item - December 15 Planning Commission Meeting
To Mr. Grittman, City Planner:
I am sending this individually as an affected homeowner at the property adjacent to the subject parcel mentioned
in the undated notice from the City of St Anthony regarding the "public" hearing (by Zoom) regarding 2701 Kenzie
Terrace use, currently on the agenda for Tuesday, December 15 at 7:00pm:
Request: Please postpone the December 15 meeting agenda item regarding the parcel at 2701 Kenzie Terrace to
instead be conducted in good faith at a later time, e.g., spring or summer of 2021, when there is no health crisis
and the limited participation solely by Zoom won't stifle the ability for many members of the public to provide
feedback to the meeting – esp. several directly affected homeowners on property adjacent to subject
parcel. See rationale for request for postponement:
• I believe fewer than half of the 25-30 homes at the Kenzington Condominiums most-affected by
the subject of the proposed permit use even have the technology or ability to participate in Zoom
meetings. Thus, it isn't really good-faith or equitable public access to a meeting to limit participation on
this important item to only those who have access to Zoom.
• While there is a different and separate hearing coming up - a December 8 public hearing (tomorrow) - I
note that meeting is regarding a development that, once it's built, won't have actual and known constant
disturbance of the quality of life for the specific owners of the 25-30 units instantly affected here at the
Kenzington by the proposed project at 2701 Kenzie Terrace - not asking for postponement of the
December 8 Zoom meeting. The specifically affected homeowners at The Kenzington need to be able to
have fair and full access to the meeting that is the subject of the current December 15 notification.
• This item is presumably an item on a monthly meeting agenda, but it is for a meeting just 10 days before
Christmas, during a pandemic, and there is undue stress on all Minnesotans and the populace in general,
this seems like a rush job to fluff over the subject matter of this mailed notice - doesn't feel fair. This item
could be postponed per above rationale and the rest of the meeting agenda go forward.
• The applicant for this item's conditional use permit should understand that postponement of this item
would be a sign of good faith dealing with residents in the community, and is not requested with an
adversarial intention at all. When it's safe to conduct Planning Commission meetings in person for the
public at City Hall, then let's have this meeting.
Thank you.
Respectfully submitted by:
Jeanette Fleming, Owner, #410, The Kenzington (working from home since March, full capability for web meetings,
myself, but know that is not the case for many of my neighbors who, along with myself, overlook the subject
parcel)
612-801-1882
oxfordjet@gmail.com
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From:Lee John Kurtz
To:SA City; SA City
Subject:Please forward this e-mail to the Mayor and City Council of
Date:Saturday, December 05, 2020 3:37:41 PM
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Hello, my name is Lee John Kurtz, and I reside at 2601 Kenzie Ter apt 109, the Kenzington
Condominiums in St Anthony. I was deeply disturbed yesterday by a letter I received about a possible car
wash being constructed at 2701 Kenzie Ter sometime in the future. My unit is one of the unlucky 25 that
overlooks the property. I have talked to 3-4 of my neighbors and we are vehemently AGAINST this
project! I'm sure NO ONE in their right mind would want a noisy car wash operating so close to their
home. The fact that I work from 4:15 PM until 2:30 AM makes this even WORSE for me as I generally
sleep from 4 AM until 11 or 11:30 AM during the work week. I see there is a ZOOM meeting scheduled
about this in a week or so, but my work schedule and my non experience with Zoom ANYTHING, makes
it a no go for me. I just want you all to know that, if necessary, I will rally the residents to at LEAST sign a
petition against the possible car wash being built AND a boycott of Blvd Auto. A couple of the neighbors
that I have talked to are 10 or more years OLDER than me (I am 60) and would enjoy the hell out of re-
living their activities of the 1960's and fighting for a cause/protesting for the greater good (greater good
being the residents of our building, and the 7 or 8 houses along 27 Ave NE that would also be affected by
this project.) I'm sure there are available industrial use type properties somewhere in the area where a
car wash can operate WITHOUT disturbing the lives of property tax paying citizens. Also, IF this car wash
were to be allowed to operate on this property, I am SURE that our property values ( along with our
property tax amounts) would take a tremendous turn downward. In my case, for example, I purchased my
unit in 2017 with the full intention of selling it in June of 2025, to help finance my relocation to my native
northern MN after my retirement. There as as many financial plans for the people living here as the
number of people living here. Originally, I thought about sending an e-mail to Tom (?), the owner of Blvd
Auto, to log my complaint, but reconsidered and decided to leave it to the people whose sworn oath is to
protect the citizens of this city. I am neither a Democrat, or a Republican. I generally vote for the person
who I think will do best at the job. Some of you I voted for, and others I did not. What I HAVE seen during
the almost 4 years of living here, is that St Anthony is WAY better ran than Minneapolis, where I lived the
majority of the 40 years since I relocated from Duluth in 1980. This is a simple quality of life issue. A car
wash will SEVERELY deter the quality of life for quite a few people if built here. I can only speak for
myself when I say that the farther along the plans for this proceed, the bigger the effort to stop it will be. I
am BEGGING you to nip this in the bud BEFORE we have to spend the time and effort to fight this. I am
ALL IN for this cause and consider myself to NOT be a "cause guy" at all normally. Thank you for your
time. I can be reached at this e-mail address or 612-789-7172 between the hours of 11 AM and 2 PM
Mon-Thurs, or anytime after noon on Fridays. I assume you take weekends off, but would be willing to
discuss this with anyone from city hall ANYTIME on the weekends. Thanks once again!!
LJK
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Hello,
I am writing to notify you of my concerns with the recently proposed carwash between Blvd
Auto and The Kenzington. My house backs up to the proposed carwash site and I have many
concerns with the proposal. The planning work so far has many gaps. Frankly I am concerned
with the competence of the planning and zoning committee given these many gaps!
I have the following concerns:
1. Placement in a residential neighborhood
2. Alley traffic and parking
3. Lighting
4. Pollution (Noise and Car Pollution)
5. Water management
1. Although the lot is zoned commercial, it is quite small and triangular. The lot butts up
to residential housing on 2 of 3 sides. There will be a significant amount of traffic that
will negatively effect property values. We already deal with significant traffic due to the
Kenzington. The proposed site has a dumpster that faces the alley, which will result in
more traffic.
2. Due to the street layouts in the area, increased alley traffic is very likely. This is an alley
of single family homes where children frequently play and bike. Parking along our street
is already significant at times. Just this week cars were displaced from the Kenzington
parking lot due to a construction dumpster and a large crane! Currently Blvd employees
park in the empty lot. Where will Blvd and Car Wash employees park once that lot is no
longer available? There are not sufficient parking places indicated in the current plan,
accounting for the Blvd staff parking.
3. Kenzington already has extremely bright lighting along the alley that is disruptive to the
use of our home. We have had to install blackout shades in rooms facing the alley
because of the parking lot lights in order to sleep in them! The addition of the car wash
parking lot lights would add to the already present lighting problem, and further
decrease the usability of all of our yards and south facing rooms.
4. I am VERY concerned about the poor air quality that will result in area yards due to the
large volume of cars idling extremely close to my house. Car exhaust has been shown to
increase the incidence of developmental delays such as autism. Has a study been done
on the likely levels? Other area car washes have significant lines with idling cars for
hours at a time. This will be located 20 feet from fenced yards where children play
outside year round!
Additionally, there will likely be significant noise pollution from the car wash and
vacuum motors. I have not seen a study indicating how many decibels the motors will
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produce. How could this have been approved by the Planning and Zoning Commission
without analyzing this data?
The volume of cars expected for a car wash is significant- as many as 600 cars on a
Saturday or Sunday, 20 feet from residents’ yards! Would you enjoy having a car wash
firing up in your back yard at 8 am on a Saturday or Sunday, nonstop, all day long? We
certainly would not like that, and I expect it will significantly reduce our property value.
I doubt any of you would appreciate that in your yard.
5. Has a full study done on water use and water management? There are already major
water drainage issues in that lot and along the alley during summer rains. Currently the
lot is permeable, and we already have this issue. How will this be managed? I have not
seen this in the plans. It seems possible that water will be directed into residents’ yards.
I do not believe the city has done their due diligence on any of these issues. I believe the Mayor
and City Council should investigate how this was passed by the Planning and Zoning
Commission with so many gaps. Regardless of the outcome of this matter, I encourage an
investigation into the competence of the Commission prior to their being presenting with
further proposals.
Given the lack of due diligence by the Planning Commission to fully analyze the project in the
interests of protecting the public and the current residents, I request that the Mayor and City
Council reject the permit application.
The Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health, safety, and general welfare of
persons residing or working in the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity. None of
this work has been done. This is a critical oversight. We believe the proposed use of the
property is detrimental on all fronts.
Best Regards,
Suzan Cox
2616 27th Ave NE
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Charlie Yunker
From:noreply@civicplus.com
Sent:Friday, January 08, 2021 6:16 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Public Comments for City Council Meetings
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Public Comments for City Council Meetings
First Name Cary and Gary
Last Name Zahrbock
Phone Number 612-270-0636
Email Address czahrbock@gmail.com
Address 2704 27th Ave NE
City St. Anthony
State Minnesota
Zip Code 55418
Public Comment January 8, 2021
Dear City Council members and City planner,
We have been pleased to be St Anthony residents since 1984,
and have owned our house on 27th Ave NE since July of 1987.
We are writing to express our concerns about the planning
commission’s approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for
the proposed BLVD Carwash at 2701 Kenzie Terrace. In order
for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to be given, the existing
laws regarding impact of the project must be satisfied,
specifically, in order for the CUP to be approved, The Council
must find that the use is not detrimental to health, safety, and
general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or
to the values of property in the vicinity.
As owners of a single family home adjacent to the lot under
consideration, we have the following concerns that have not
been addressed and resolved by the St Anthony planning
commission:
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1. Location next to residential property
2. Health/safety/general welfare
a. Air Pollution
b. Noise Pollution
c. Safety concerns
3. Water capacity and runoff management
4. Property values
1. LOCATION: The proposed carwash is in the middle of a
residential area. Our single family homes, zoned R-1 would be
adjacent to a carwash. Our neighbors to the South, the
Kensington, is a multi-family housing building. My sister, Jan
Cavanaugh, is an owner in the Kensington and shares our
concerns about the impact of a car wash built at this location.
There is no precedent in St. Anthony for a carwash adjacent to
an R-1. It is a poor choice for the use of the land considering
the housing nearby.
2. HEALTH/SAFETY/GENERAL WELFARE
A. Air Pollution. No environmental impact study was done by
St. Anthony Planning staff regarding the air pollution resulting
from idling cars. The plans submitted show a maximum
capacity of 16 cars in staging---all presumably idling. Imagine
having 16 cars idling outside your backyard for many hours a
day while in your back yard. There is no evidence presented by
the planning commission that assessed this impact. When
neighbors and I spoke with Tom, from Blvd, his business
projections are an average of 100-120 cars per day. As
someone who regularly uses a car wash, there are many rainy
or snowy days that would be eliminated, leaving the bulk of the
car washes occurring on nice days, when we would like to be
outside of our home.
B. Noise Pollution. The plan and planning commission
assessment does not include an analysis of decibel levels
during operating hours of the car wash.
a. Specific noise concerns from our perspective are cars idling,
car radios (imagine the cacophony of multiple car radios
playing different radio stations, including at least one with a
very loud bass thumping), multiple vacuums in use, and the
noise of the engine noise, buzzers, brushes, water spray and
dryers from the carwash itself. There is lack of analysis, or
demonstration that the proposal is compliant with existing city
and state noise ordinances. We believe that it is the planning
staff’s duty is to ensure that these noise elements have been
studied and submitted and are compliant.
b. Hours of operation are of concern, as the initial response of
the planning commission was to expand the requested hours of
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the car wash from 7 am to 10 pm, 7 days per week. This
neighborhood is quiet, so that currently, we can have
conversations with neighbors outside, enjoy the sounds of birds
and can sleep past 7 am on the weekends. Imagine living next
to the noise identified above, 7 days per week, 15 hours per
day. This is obviously detrimental to the health and general
welfare of residents.
C. Safety concerns. During a cordial and thoughtful discussion
with Tom, from Blvd, we discussed the proposed fencing that
would be bordering the north side of the proposed car wash.
His plan (in accordance with the planning commission’s
recommendation) would be to build a wooden fence at least 6
feet high the length of the alley. While this could provide some
relief from car wash noise and visually, the planning
commission did not provide an analysis regarding the impact
on neighborhood safety. We have concerns about the potential
risks to safety and property damage when the fence reduces
sightlines to potential criminal behavior.
3. Water capacity and runoff management: There are millions
and millions of dollars in upcoming proposed housing projects
that will all need water. When the Lowry-Grove project was
analyzed concerns were identified relative to insufficient
infrastructure to accommodate the water needs of that project
as well as the impact of water runoff by reduction of permeable
surfaces. The projects on this end of the city, Kenzie Terrace
and Stinson Parkway development, Development 65, and
Trident Redevelopment Bremer site are under consideration for
approval. We are concerned about potential impact on R-1
water volume and adequate volume for fire suppression. In
addition, by changing the current permeable surface of the
vacant lot to non-permeable surfaces, we are concerned that
the sewer infrastructure may be inadequate to manage the
volume of water used by the carwash as well as the change to
non-permeable surface. The planning commission has not
addressed or resolved this concern.
4. Property values: As required per ordinance for a CUP
request, the City Must demonstrate there is no adverse
devaluation of the R-1 occupancies. Until all the proper
analysis of these key factors has been done
(Health/Safety/General Welfare), there is no way to make an
assessment of what will happen to property values. Given the
impacts identified above - air pollution, noise pollution, safety
concerns and water capacity, it is hard to imagine that the
value of our property will not be negatively impacted. This will
not only impact the homes along the 27th Ave alley, but also
houses even a block or two away. Certainly, the value of the
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Kenzington condos overlooking the carwash will be negatively
impacted. From our perspective this proposed use will force
depreciation of property values. That is unacceptable to the
existing residents nearby who are paying considerable taxes to
be a part of this lovely area.
The Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity. None of
this work has been done. This is a critical oversight. We believe
the proposed use of the property is detrimental on all fronts.
In consideration of the lack of due diligence by the Planning
Commission to analyze and protect the public by examining
data required by law, we believe that the Council must reject
the conditional use permit.
Additionally we are asking that this letter be put into the public
record.
Respectfully Submitted,
Cary Zahrbock
Gary Zahrbock
2704 27th Ave NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
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Charlie Yunker
From:Barbara Gottfried <bgott3joy@gmail.com>
Sent:Sunday, January 10, 2021 10:45 AM
To:Jan Jenson; Wendy Webster; Tom Randle; Bernard Walker; Charlie Yunker; *SAPlanner;
Randy Stille; Thomas Kuykendall
Subject:Kenzie Blvd Car Wash CUP
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Please sign this in to the City Council Meeting for January 12, 2020:
Dear Mayor and City Council,
I live at the Kenzington Condos, a 55 + building, with my husband. Our home is facing and very near to the
proposed car wash, as are 24 other condo units.
I'm a cancer survivor of 6 years and I have asthma. My health is not as robust as a young person's. I'm sure that
other seniors in our building of 150 units can say the same about their health. We are a vulnerable population.
The idling car fumes from many cars, much of the day, everyday, is my biggest concern. This will negatively
impact our air quality. Most of every day, I won't be able to open any of my windows nor use my balcony
because of my health.
I'm asking you to please oppose the construction of this car wash for the health of the seniors in the Kenzington
condos. (Many retired seniors are at home much of the day.)
Thank you,
Barbara Gottfried
Unit #307
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This letter is to notify the St. Anthony City Council and Planning Commission of the many critical
omissions in the proposal for the BLVD Carwash that is going to the council for approval based
on the recommendations of the Planning Commission guided by the City Planner. In order for a
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to be given, the existing laws regarding impact of the project
must be satisfied. There is much that has not been done.
The proposal carwash is in the middle of housing. To the immediate south is the Kensington, a
large condominium complex; to the east and south across the street is Autumn Woods, a large
apartment complex; to the north and west, single family homes, some of which would be in the
neighborhood of 30 feet away from the proposed carwash. The housing is R-1 zoned. There is
no precedent in St. Anthony for a carwash adjacent to an R-1. It is a poor choice for the use of
the land considering the housing nearby.
The Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health, safety, and general welfare of
persons residing or working in the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity. None of
this work has been done. This is a critical oversight. We believe the proposed use of the
property is detrimental on all fronts.
HEALTH/SAFETY/GENERAL WELFARE
Car Pollution. No environmental impact study was done by St. Anthony Planning staff. The
plans submitted show a maximum capacity of 16 cars in staging---all presumably idling. Once
these 16 spaces are used, where will the other waiting cars be? I can only assume they will be
on Kenzie Terrace—a county road? People using a carwash may choose to leave their cars idling
when using the vacuums. What is the projected emissions and it’s impact on the health of the
people in the homes and condos and apartments? How many cars per hour are projected at
peak use? I,Tom Deegan, spoke to two staff persons at the nearest carwash similar to the
proposed BLVD Carwash---Mr. Carwash at 44th and Central Ave. in Columbia Heights. They told
me,Tom Deegan, that at peak the number of cars per day is between 600 -800 cars (hours
7:30am-7pm). What is expected volume of cars projected? What are the proposed hours for
the carwash? It is something to note that Mr. Carwash is quite loud and is nowhere near an R-1
zone.
Light Pollution. The current lighting at BLVD Auto, right next to the proposed carwash, is
exceedingly bright and, we believe, already there is a negative impact to existing housing. We
believe that the existing lighting needs remediation and is possibly not within the ordinance.
Now with the added light expected at the carwash, there would seem to be an issue of further
light pollution. There needs to be an elevation submitted that demonstrates the projection of
the lights proposed do not impact the adjacent R-1 dwellings.
Noise Pollution. Where is the analysis of the decibel levels when the proposed carwash is
working at full capacity? Specifically, cars idling, all vacuums being used, and the noise of the
dryers from the carwash itself. We can only assume there will be car stereo noise. Are the
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plans compliant with existing city noise ordinances? The planning staff’s duty is to ensure that
these noise elements have been studied and submitted and are compliant.
The neighborhood is quiet. This is one of the reasons people enjoy living in this area. We like
to walk our dogs and visit with our neighbors. It is impossible to fully capture the negative
impact of this project on the overall quality of life and desirability of being a homeowner, a
condo owner, an apartment dweller in this neighborhood.
WATER CONSUMPTION
There are millions and millions of dollars in upcoming proposed housing projects that will all
need water. At the time of the first iteration of the Lowry-Grove project there was concern
that there may need to be added infrastructure to accommodate the water needs of that
project. While that project went away, new projects are coming. The projects on this end of
the city, Kenzie Terrace and Stinson Parkway development, Development 65, and Trident
Redevelopment Bremer site are under consideration for approval. Where is the analysis of
water usage for the BLVD Carwash and the expected needs of the area as there is further
development been considered? How will this affect R-1 occupancies water volume? Will there
be adequate volume for fire suppression? What is the big picture in terms of water needs to
the community?
We are a top tier Green City. There are systems for car wash facilities that are Green
compliant. As there are few specifics throughout the proposal being brought forth by the
Planning Commission, the Council cannot determine if this is a Green compliant project. In fact,
it is possible to wash a car with less than 15 gallons of water then recapture and reuse almost
100% of that water. (See Denver, CO – Gleam carwash)
All of the Health/Safety/General Welfare questions are about the impact of the proposed
carwash on the health of the neighborhood’s residents. As a Green City it would seems we can
do better to protect our citizenry by being diligent and following the law before bringing this
submission to the Council.
VISION FOR THE SOUTHERN GATEWAY TO ST. ANTHONY
Is there a big picture vision for the southern gateway to the city? Does a carwash fit into that
vision?
PROPERTY VALUES
As required per ordinance for a CUP request, the City Must demonstrate there is no adverse
devaluation of the R-1 occupancies. Until all the proper analysis of these key factors has been
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done (Health/Safety/General Welfare), there is no way to make an assessment of what will
happen to property values.
Will this carwash in such close proximity be detrimental to the value of the Kenzington condos
which will overlook it? Will this carwash not affect the value the homes along the 27th Ave alley
as well as across 27th Ave. most directly? Will it not affect the housing even a block or two
away, especially in terms of air quality and noise as well as and property values? We believe it
will. It seems very unlikely that these property values will Not suffer. From our perspective this
proposed use will force depreciation of property values. That is unacceptable to the existing
residents nearby who are paying considerable taxes to be a part of this lovely area.
Finally, we can only wonder at the negligence of the Planning Commission and the City Planner.
How can it be that such shoddy work has been even proposed? We are concerned and
dismayed and would like the Mayor and the City Council to investigate what is going on and do
the necessary work of oversight of the Planning Commission. We are concerned that a very
careful choice is made for the permanent City Planner.
In consideration of the lack of due diligence by the Planning Commission to analyze and protect
the public by examining data required by law, we believe that the Council must reject the
conditional use permit.
Additionally we are asking that this letter be put into the public record.
Respectfully Submitted,
Thomas Deegan
Susan Guthrie
2616 Pahl Ave.
St. Anthony, MN 55418
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Charlie Yunker
From:Stephen Grittman <sgrittman@nacplanning.com>
Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 8:56 AM
To:Charlie Yunker; Nicole Miller
Subject:FW: subject ; Boulevard Car Wash.
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FYI
Stephen Grittman
Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc.
4150 Olson Memorial Highway, Suite 320
Golden Valley, MN 55422
763-957-1100 (office)
651-726-7293 (direct)
From: Walter Sentyrz <sentyrz@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, January 11, 2021 8:53 AM
To: planner@savmn.com
Subject: subject ; Boulevard Car Wash.
Mr. Steve Grittman City Planner of Saint Anthony Village. I am the owner of six homes in Saint
Anthony Village, 2604 27th Ave N.E., 3100 Wilson St. N.E., 3401 Coolidge St. N.E., 3713 33rd Ave
N.E., 2508 Saint Anthony Blvd., and my residence since 1985, 3316 Highcrest Road N.E. I am
excited to endorse the Boulevard Car Wash project. I have known Mr. Thomas Archambault and his
family for over 20 years. Tom has always been a caring and meticulous business owner. I believe
Mr. Archambault will continue to run the car wash with the same pride and care as his present
business. Also, the land use would transform a parking lot to a hard asset, paying Real Estate Taxes
to Saint Anthony Village.
Respectfully submitted,
Walter B. Sentyrz Jr.
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Charlie Yunker
From:Barbara Gottfried <bgott3joy@gmail.com>
Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 5:09 PM
To:Randy Stille; Tom Randle; Bernard Walker; Wendy Webster; Jan Jenson; Charlie Yunker;
*SAPlanner
Subject:CUP for Car Wash on Kenzie Terrace
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Dear Mayor and City Council,
Please add this to the public comments for the January 12th meeting at 7:00.
I want to emphasize a question I wrote in my previous email to you.
Can any of you, in truth, say you would welcome a car wash bordering your home and yard?
We, as the many neighbors bordering the proposed car wash on both sides have submitted our list of negative
impact statements and a petition.
I'm a senior. Seniors are a vulnerable population! And, we seniors are a protected class under the law.
Please keep in mind, the Kenzington Condos are not just a building to be counted as one neighbor. There are
more than 150 people living here.
Thank you,
Barbara Gottfried
Kenzington Condominiums
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Charlie Yunker
From:Thomas <thomas.isaacson@gmail.com>
Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 6:29 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:BLVD Car Wash Proposal
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Hello Mayor, Council Members and City Staff,
Regarding the proposed BLVD car wash on Kenzie Terrace:
The northern boundary of the proposed plan, the side that abuttes the single family residential neighborhood,
lacked considerable definition in comparison to the western boundary where The Kenzington is located.
Elevation, vehicular access, garbage collection and details of the screening considerations for light, sound and
visual aesthetics were not included in the proposal. Before the project is voted upon I think these details need
to be established so that the neighborhood knows exactly what is being proposed.
This development exacerbates what is a rather confusing area from a planning and safety perspective.
1.
2. The 27th Ave. alley that
3. runs next to the proposed development site is rumored to be a one-way intersection between Wilson
and Kenzie Terrace and two-way between Wilson and Stinson (a stretch that runs uninterrupted for 1.5
blocks, which is unusual). The correct traffic designation
4. could not be confirmed by the city management upon request for clarification (again, unusual).
5.
6.
7. The exit of the alley on
8. Kenzie Terrace is a safety concern (confirmed with the police department) because you cannot make a
legal left or right turn out of it, which may be why the traffic at this point of the alley is intended to be
one-way (again, unconfirmed).
9.
10.
11. The intersection of the
12. 27th Ave. alley and Wilson is signed as a dead end when approaching from the north however traffic
flows through the intersection.
13.
14.
15. There is visual obstruction
16. in the NE corner of the intersection which is a hazard for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers, all of whom
regularly use this route.
17.
I feel strongly that any development on this lot does not contribute further to traffic in the single family
neighborhood immediately to the north. This triangle neighborhood is essentially an island surrounded by the
major thoroughfares of St. Anthony Boulevard, Stinson and Kenzie Terrace that also experiences traffic from
St Charles Church and School (not to mention NE cut through traffic along 27th Ave).
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Finally, I feel like the peak operating times of the car wash are the exact opposite of what they should be for
successfully coexisting with the neighborhood. During normal times, people are home during the weekend and
that is when car washes are at peak times with constant operations. Any concerns around pollution (exhaust,
noise and light) would be amplified during times when people are home. This goes against the conditional use
permit approval condition of "not be detrimental to health, safety, general welfare of persons residing or
working in the vicinity or to the values of property living in the vicinity." in my opinion.
-Thomas Isaacson
2604 Pahl Ave
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Charlie Yunker
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First Name JOHN
Last Name KUFUS
Phone Number 612-419-0722
Email Address john.kufus@gmail.com
Address 2712 27TH AVE NE
City ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
State MN
Zip Code 55418
Public Comment January 11, 2021
Subject: Notice of Action on Proposed Car Wash 2701 Kenzie
Terrace
My name is John Kufus and I reside at 2712 27th Ave. NE. I
am one of the property owners who will most directly be
affected by the above proposal and I wish to strongly disagree
with the Planning Commission’s decision to approve a
conditional use permit to Boulevard Autoworks for the
construction of a carwash at 2701 Kenzie Terrace.
My concerns are principally:
Noise due to dryer blower motors, vacuum cleaners, idling
cars, car radios
Traffic congestion along Kenzie Terrace
Air Pollution due to idling cars
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Decrease in property values due to the above concerns
Sincerely,
John A. Kufus
2712 27the Ave. NE
St. Anthony Village, MN 55418
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From:Randy Stille
Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 6:55 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Fw: Online Form Submittal: Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
Randy Stille
Mayor
City of St. Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake RD, St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-782-3301 | www.savmn.com
randy.stille@savmn.com
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First Name Suzan
Last Name Cox
Address 2616 27th Ave NE
City St. Anthony
State MN
Zip Code 55418
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Comments Hello,
I am writing to notify you of my concerns with the recently
proposed carwash between Blvd Auto and The Kenzington. My
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house backs up to the proposed carwash site and I have many
concerns with the proposal. The planning work so far has many
gaps. Frankly I am concerned with the competence of the
planning and zoning committee given these many gaps!
I have the following concerns:
1. Placement in a residential neighborhood
2. Alley traffic and parking
3. Lighting
4. Pollution (Noise and Car Pollution)
5. Water management
1. Although the lot is zoned commercial, it is quite small and
triangular. The lot butts up to residential housing on 2 of 3
sides. There will be a significant amount of traffic that will
negatively effect property values. We already deal with
significant traffic due to the Kenzington. The proposed site has
a dumpster that faces the alley, which will result in more traffic.
2. Due to the street layouts in the area, increased alley traffic is
very likely. This is an alley of single family homes where
children frequently play and bike. Parking along our street is
already significant at times. Just this week cars were displaced
from the Kenzington parking lot due to a construction dumpster
and a large crane! Currently Blvd employees park in the empty
lot. Where will Blvd and Car Wash employees park once that
lot is no longer available? There are not sufficient parking
places indicated in the current plan, accounting for the Blvd
staff parking.
3. Kenzington already has extremely bright lighting along the
alley that is disruptive to the use of our home. We have had to
install blackout shades in rooms facing the alley because of the
parking lot lights in order to sleep in them! The addition of the
car wash parking lot lights would add to the already present
lighting problem, and further decrease the usability of all of our
yards and south facing rooms.
4. I am VERY concerned about the poor air quality that will
result in area yards due to the large volume of cars idling
extremely close to my house. Car exhaust has been shown to
increase the incidence of developmental delays such as
autism. Has a study been done on the likely levels? Other area
car washes have significant lines with idling cars for hours at a
time. This will be located 20 feet from fenced yards where
children play outside year round!
Additionally, there will likely be significant noise pollution from
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the car wash and vacuum motors. I have not seen a study
indicating how many decibels the motors will produce. How
could this have been approved by the Planning and Zoning
Commission without analyzing this data?
The volume of cars expected for a car wash is significant- as
many as 600 cars on a Saturday or Sunday, 20 feet from
residents’ yards! Would you enjoy having a car wash firing up
in your back yard at 8 am on a Saturday or Sunday, nonstop,
all day long? We certainly would not like that, and I expect it
will significantly reduce our property value. I doubt any of you
would appreciate that in your yard.
5. Has a full study done on water use and water management?
There are already major water drainage issues in that lot and
along the alley during summer rains. Currently the lot is
permeable, and we already have this issue. How will this be
managed? I have not seen this in the plans. It seems possible
that water will be directed into residents’ yards.
I do not believe the city has done their due diligence on any of
these issues. I believe the Mayor and City Council should
investigate how this was passed by the Planning and Zoning
Commission with so many gaps. Regardless of the outcome of
this matter, I encourage an investigation into the competence
of the Commission prior to their being presenting with further
proposals.
Given the lack of due diligence by the Planning Commission to
fully analyze the project in the interests of protecting the public
and the current residents, I request that the Mayor and City
Council reject the permit application.
The Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity. None of
this work has been done. This is a critical oversight. We believe
the proposed use of the property is detrimental on all fronts.
Best Regards,
Suzan Cox
2616 27th Ave NE
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From:Randy Stille
Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 6:55 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Fw: Online Form Submittal: Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
Randy Stille
Mayor
City of St. Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake RD, St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-782-3301 | www.savmn.com
randy.stille@savmn.com
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First Name Sarah
Last Name Cole
Address 2420 27th ave NE
City Saint Anthony
State MN
Zip Code 55418
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Email Address snwolff@hotmail.com
Comments Hello,
I am a resident of St. Anthony Village and live on 27th Ave NE
between Stinson Blvd and Wilson. I am writing in regard to the
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proposal of putting in a public car wash at the end of the alley
between 27th Ave NE and Kenzie Terrace. I would like to state
my strong desire for you to reconsider the location of this, and
if that is not an option, at least consider what implications
having this business in this location does to the surrounding
residents. At the very least, I would expect to see some
conversations around removing access to the alley for non-
residents so they don't use it as a thoroughfare or cut through
for easier access to the car wash.
I would beg you to think of adding barricades to restrict access
to the alley from Kenzie Terrace or Wilson at the fence line of
the apartment building. I can only imagine the increased traffic
and noise we would see, not to mention the deterioration of the
already compromised alleyway. We use this alleyway for
access to our garage while driving, and also use it when we are
walking our dog or out with our children. As with all updates to
the residential and commercial areas, I would hope and expect
the city to have the safety of our citizens at the forefront of all
decisions.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Sarah Cole, and family
2420 27th Ave NE
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From:Randy Stille
Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 6:53 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Fw: Online Form Submittal: Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
Randy Stille
Mayor
City of St. Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake RD, St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-782-3301 | www.savmn.com
randy.stille@savmn.com
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First Name Jesse
Last Name Pikturna
Address 2616 27th Ave NE
City Saint Anthony
State Minnesota
Zip Code 55418
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Email Address pikturna@gmail.com
Comments Mayor Stille,
I am writing to notify you of my concerns with the recently
proposed carwash between Blvd Auto and The Kenzington.
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This site is just across the alley from my backyard. The
proposed project will negatively impact me and my family. If
approved it will be detrimental to our quality of life. I am
shocked that such a project was recommended for approval by
our Planning Commission.
I would like to call on the city to deny this project based on the
following concerns. All of these should have been raised by the
Planning Commission. Their oversight is cause for broader
concern as many larger projects are proposed in St. Anthony
over the next several years.
I have the following specific concerns with regard to the
proposed car wash:
Adjacency to a residential neighborhood
Alley traffic and parking
Noise pollution
Air pollution
Lighting
Adjacency To A Residential Neighborhood
The lot itself may not be zoned as residential, but the lot itself is
very small. Residential housing neighbors it. If the project
moves forward, neighboring single family homes will be
impacted by activity at the site: traffic, noise, traffic, air
emissions, and water pollution. Our quality of life will suffer. I
believe my property value will suffer. I certainly would not have
purchased my home had there been a car wash across the
alley at the time. I am aware of no study that has been
completed that demonstrates that property values cannot suffer
as a result of such a project. As such, the concern is real and
should have been addressed by the Planning Commission.
There is a reason why new construction of car washes next to
residential areas is rare, if it happens all.
Alley Traffic and Parking
The alley is already heavily used and this project might result in
congestion in the alley. It could well result in our neighbors
losing access to their garages if cars back up in the alley while
waiting for washes. I understand too that there is potential for
garbage trucks to access the alley to remove trash from a large
dumpster on the site, a very different activity from unloading of
small residential cans. Such activity could generate a lot of
noise in the neighborhood. Additionally, I anticipate traffic and
parking spilling onto Wilson and 27th Ave, creating crowding
and potentially safety issues.
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Noise Pollution
I am aware of no study that has been done to quantify the level
of noise that will be in our neighborhood after this project is
complete. However, I have a swing set in my backyard. If
children play on the swing set, I want them to be able to do so
without damaging their hearing. I want my children to be able to
sleep at night. I have no confidence that the carwash, if
approved, will not result in disruption to my family. The
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has set thresholds for
noise in residential areas. The project has not demonstrated
that noise in our neighborhood will be below those thresholds
upon completion. It has not demonstrated that noise will be
below thresholds during construction. This work needs to be
done before anything can be approved on this site.
Air Pollution
I have no idea what impact a number of idling cars will have on
the air in the alley, but I want people to be able to walk down
the alley and use their garages without suffering ill effects from
fume inhalation. I want our neighbors at the Kenzington to be
able to use their balconies without suffering ill effects from
exhaust. I am aware of no study that has been done to study
these impacts.
Lighting
I am very concerned about the light pollution that could be
produced by this project. Bedroom windows in my house face
the site. Children sleep in those rooms. Light pollution from the
construction project and/or from the finished project could
negatively impact my children. It could cause issues with their
sleep. It could cause issues with their ability to learn in school.
It could be detrimental to our quality of life.
I do not believe the proposed project has done the necessary
work to address any of these issues. In order to approve, the
Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity.
However, this project, if approved, will be detrimental to
general welfare. There is also good reason to suspect that it
could lower property values and cause ill effects on health. For
those reasons, the council should reject the application.
In addition, the council should review the qualifications of
members of the Planning Commission members and offer
training or take other steps to ensure competent work by the
members.
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Best Regards,
Jesse Pikturna
2616 27th Ave NE
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Charlie Yunker
From:Randy Stille
Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 6:34 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Fw: BLVD Autoworks Car Wash Proposal
Randy Stille
Mayor
City of St. Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake RD, St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-782-3301 | www.savmn.com
randy.stille@savmn.com
From: Michael Wandell <mwandell@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, January 11, 2021 5:19 PM
To: Randy Stille; Beth Comstock Wandell (comstock.beth@gmail.com)
Subject: BLVD Autoworks Car Wash Proposal
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Hi Randy,
It's Mike Wandell. I'm not sure we've ever really formally met outside of National Night Out events where you
end up talking to too many people to keep track of but we were on a Healing Circle call together a month or so
ago so I'm assuming my name might ring a bell.
I'm writing because I live on the south side of 27th Ave NE and the alley behind my house bumps up to the
proposed Car Wash development location and I have several concerns about that empty lot becoming a car
wash.
I'm very concerned about the environmental and economic impact that it will have on our neighborhood and
ultimately the community as a whole. Some broad stroke concerns I have are:
Air Pollution
Noise Pollution
Light Pollution
Water Runoff and Sewer Capacity
Traffic on 27th Ave and Kenzie Terrace
And of course how all the above will affect Property Values
I believe I have heard that the proposal for this Car Wash is going to be sent back to the Planning Commission
instead of being voted on tomorrow but I also have concerns as to how this was initially approved by the
planning commission without taking many of my above concerns into consideration - let alone that idea
building a car wash on that site means that there will always be a car wash in that location as the building
won't be easily converted into another type of business which probably isn't in line with the City of Saint
Anything Village's comprehensive growth plan.
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My wife Beth and I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss the proposal with you before this goes to a
vote. Is that something you'd be willing to do?
Also, I'd like to reinforce the fact that I'm a concerned citizen and neighbor to this proposed development. I'm
not someone that opposes change and/or growth and opportunity for SAV.
In fact, I've been a resident of SAV since 2002 and am actively involved with several organizations - Current
President of the WPPA, Board Member of the SANBE Foundation, Co-Navigator (leader) of the Voyager
Organization along with Mark Kalar who you know from his days on the Planning Commission, Boosters Soccer
Coach, Nourish 282 Volunteer and Fundraiser, the official unofficial mayor of SOSA (this title is quite an honor)
and supporter of all things in Saint Anthony Village that I believe in, including helping out neighbors in need
(example: Mark Sitarz and Richard Sonterre recently reached out to me asking if I could get a team together to
help clear out significant yard overgrowth for a house on Edward Street where the homeowner is physically
and financially unable to get his yard up to code). Oh, and I voted for you too if that counts for anything.
Anyway, please let me know when a good time to talk might be.
Thank you,
Mike Wandell
2800 27th Avenue NE
651-402-6421
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Charlie Yunker
From:Barbara Gottfried <bgott3joy@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, January 12, 2021 1:15 PM
To:Randy Stille; Tom Randle; Wendy Webster; Bernard Walker; Jan Jenson; Charlie Yunker;
*SAPlanner
Subject:Fwd: Car wash CUP on Kenzie Terrace
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Dear Mayor and City Council,
I am forwarding my letter that I sent to the planning commission. Please include this letter for tonight's meeting
of January 12th at 7:00.
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From: Barbara Gottfried <bgott3joy@gmail.com>
Date: Thu, Jan 7, 2021, 12:33 PM
Subject: Car wash CUP on Kenzie Terrace
To: Marcey Westrick <Marcey.Westrick@savmn.com>, Meridith Socha <Meridith.Socha@savmn.com>,
Thomas Kuykendall <Thomas.Kuykendall@savmn.com>, Dan Payne <dan.payne@savmn.com>, Brian Rude
<Brian.Rude@savmn.com>, Corey Erickson <corey.erickson@savmn.com>, Paul Morita
<paul.morita@savmn.com>
Cc: Steve Grittman <planner@savmn.com>
Dear Planning Commissioners,
I live at the Kenzington Condos, a 55 + building, with my husband. Our home is facing and very near to the
proposed car wash, as are 24 other condo units.
I'm a cancer survivor of 6 years and I have asthma. My health is not as robust as a young person's. I'm sure that
other seniors in our building of 150 units can say the same about their health.
The idling car fumes from many cars much of the day, everyday, is my biggest concern. This will negatively
impact our air quality. Most of every day, I won't be able to open any of my windows nor use my balcony
because of my health.
I'm asking you to please oppose the construction of this car wash for the health of the seniors in the Kenzington
condos. (Many retired seniors are at home much of the day.)
Thank you,
Barbara Gottfried
Unit #307
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Charlie Yunker
From:Randy Stille
Sent:Tuesday, January 12, 2021 2:19 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Fw: Online Form Submittal: Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
Randy Stille
Mayor
City of St. Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake RD, St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-782-3301 | www.savmn.com
randy.stille@savmn.com
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To: Randy Stille
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
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Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
First Name Mike & Beth
Last Name Wandell
Address 2800 27th Ave NE
City Saint Anthony Villag
State MN
Zip Code 55418
Contact preference By phone
Phone Number 6514026421
Email Address mwandell@gmail.com
Comments January 12, 2021
Dear Randy,
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This is a more detailed and formal follow up to the email I sent
directly to your email address (randy.stille@savmn.com)
requesting the opportunity to speak with you regarding the
BLVD Autoworks proposed Car Wash addition.
My wife Beth and I are proud members of the Saint Anthony
Village community. We are active in many volunteer
organizations within the community and have done our best to
try and make SAV a better place. I am the current President of
the WPPA and a Co-Navigator (leader) in the Voyagers
organization. This organization has recently helped with
several situations that have directly helped the city and its
residents.
Beth volunteers for countless events and activities within the
community as well. She is also a substitute teacher at Wilshire
Park and was one of very few subs that was willing to work this
fall, which helped keep the school open as long as possible.
We have owned our home on 27th Avenue NE since 2002 and
have been very happy with our little pocket in the SAV
community (SOSA as it’s known).
We are reaching out to you because we are very concerned
about the planning commission’s approval of a Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) for the proposed BLVD Carwash at 2701 Kenzie
Terrace. In order for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to be
given, the existing laws regarding impact of the project must be
satisfied, specifically, in order for the CUP to be approved, The
Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity.
As owners of a single family home adjacent to the lot under
consideration, we have the following concerns that have not
been addressed and resolved by the St Anthony planning
commission:
1. Location next to residential property
2. Health/safety/general welfare
a. Air Pollution
b. Noise Pollution
c. Safety concerns
3. Water capacity and runoff management
4. Property values
1. LOCATION: The proposed carwash is in the middle of a
residential area. Our single family homes, zoned R-1 would be
adjacent to a carwash. Our neighbors to the South, the
Kensington, is a multi-family housing building.
As far as I am aware, there is no precedent in St. Anthony for a
carwash adjacent to an R-1 and we feel that building a car was
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is a poor choice for the use of the land considering the housing
nearby.
2. HEALTH/SAFETY/GENERAL WELFARE
A. Air Pollution. No environmental impact study was done by
St. Anthony Planning staff regarding the air pollution resulting
from idling cars. The plans submitted show a maximum
capacity of 16 cars in staging---all presumably idling. Imagine
having 16 cars idling outside your backyard for many hours a
day while in your back yard. There is no evidence presented by
the planning commission that assessed this impact.
B. Noise Pollution. The plan and planning commission
assessment does not include an analysis of decibel levels
during operating hours of the car wash.
a. Specific noise concerns from our perspective are cars idling,
car radios (imagine the cacophony of multiple car radios
playing different radio stations, including at least one with a
very loud bass thumping), multiple vacuums in use, and likely
most concerning is the constant noise of the blowers inside the
car wash along with the added noise of the sprayers and other
noises that emit from a carwash. There is lack of analysis, or
demonstration that the proposal is compliant with existing city
and state noise ordinances. We believe that it is the planning
staff’s duty is to ensure that these noise elements have been
studied and submitted and are compliant.
b. Hours of operation are of concern, as the initial response of
the planning commission was to expand the requested hours of
the car wash from 7 am to 10 pm, 7 days per week. This
neighborhood is quiet, so that currently, we can have
conversations with neighbors outside, enjoy the sounds of birds
and can sleep past 7 am on the weekends. Imagine living next
to the noise identified above, 7 days per week, 15 hours per
day. This is obviously detrimental to the health and general
welfare of residents.
3. Water capacity and runoff management: There are millions
and millions of dollars in upcoming proposed housing projects
that will all need water. When the Lowry-Grove project was
analyzed concerns were identified relative to insufficient
infrastructure to accommodate the water needs of that project
as well as the impact of water runoff by reduction of permeable
surfaces. The projects on this end of the city, Kenzie Terrace
and Stinson Parkway development, Development 65, and
Trident Redevelopment Bremer site are under consideration for
approval. We are concerned about potential impact on R-1
water volume and adequate volume for fire suppression. In
addition, by changing the current permeable surface of the
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vacant lot to non-permeable surfaces, we are concerned that
the sewer infrastructure may be inadequate to manage the
volume of water used by the carwash as well as the change to
non-permeable surface. The planning commission has not
addressed or resolved this concern.
4. Property values: As required per ordinance for a CUP
request, the City Must demonstrate there is no adverse
devaluation of the R-1 occupancies. Until all the proper
analysis of these key factors has been done
(Health/Safety/General Welfare), there is no way to make an
assessment of what will happen to property values. Given the
impacts identified above - air pollution, noise pollution, safety
concerns and water capacity, it is hard to imagine that the
value of our property will not be negatively impacted. This will
not only impact the homes along the 27th Ave alley, but also
houses even a block or two away. Certainly, the value of the
Kenzington condos overlooking the carwash will be negatively
impacted. From our perspective this proposed use will force
depreciation of property values. That is unacceptable to the
existing residents nearby who are paying considerable taxes to
be a part of this community.
The Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity. To date,
none of this work has been done. This is a critical oversight.
We believe the proposed use of the property is detrimental on
all fronts.
In consideration of the lack of due diligence by the Planning
Commission to analyze and protect the public by examining
data required by law, we believe that the Council must reject
the conditional use permit.
Additionally we are asking that this letter be put into the public
record.
Respectfully Submitted,
J. Michael Wandell
Elizabeth C. Wandell
2800 27th Ave NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
JMW- 651-402-6421
ECW – 612-710-2436
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Charlie Yunker
From:Paul McHugh <paulmchughmn@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, January 12, 2021 3:57 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Public comment submissions re car wash CUP
Attachments:Written opinion from MN realtor Ella Ritzman (email) - Commercial lot use permit.pdf;
Kenzie Terrace Car Wash Noise Assessment, Stephen B. Platisha, P.E. (Professional
Engineer).pdf
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Hi Charlie,
Please forward the attached to mayor and City council.
Neither of these statements were written by me, but rather by professionals in real estate and noise
assessment.
Both deserve close examination by the council in evaluating the car wash CUP proposal.
Thank you,
Paul McHugh
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Commercial lot use permit
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Ella Ritzman <ellampls@gmail.com>Mon, Jan 11, 2021 at 12:12 PM
To: paulmchughmn@gmail.com
Re: Proposed car wash at 2701 Kenzie Terrace
To Whom it may concern;
A resident from 2601 Kenzie Terrace reached out to me today. He asked if I would give an
opinion on the proposed development of a single lane car wash with 9 to 12 car vacuum
stations abutting his residential senior living condominium unit. I have not seen the property
but from what Paul McHugh explained to me I imagine that these are some of the
considerations that should be weighed:
Air pollution from idling cars
Noise pollution from vacuums, idling cars and the running carwash
Noise from the customers (loud talking,auto music, mufflers, etc)
Reduced value of residential property facing the car wash(potentially severe)
Reduced quality of life for the residents being subject to all of the above
I have never met Mr. McHugh. A fellow real estate broker gave him my name. Although the
above observations are expressed by a real estate professional they seem to me to be
obvious.
--
Ella Ritzman/ Real Estate Broker MN
3233 19th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Ritzman Realty
612-532-0738
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Charlie Yunker
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Sent:Tuesday, January 12, 2021 4:37 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Public Comments for City Council Meetings
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Public Comments for City Council Meetings
First Name Tim
Last Name Keane
Phone Number 612-334-5015
Email Address tim.keane@kutakrock.com
Address 60 South Sixth Street
City Minneapolis
State Minnesota
Zip Code 55402
Public Comment Mayor Randy Stille and
City Council Members
City of St. Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake Road NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418-1667
RE: Conditional Use Permit Application for Car Wash located
at 2701 Kenzie Terrace
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
This letter is offered on behalf of multiple residents of the
Kensington Condominiums relating to the conditional use
permit (CUP) application for a car wash located at 2701 Kenzie
Terrace, St. Anthony Village, Minnesota (Property).
The proposed car wash is located contiguous to the
Kensington Condominiums (the Kensington) to the east, and
single family residential to the north. The Kensington is a senior
(55+) eligible building, occupied and owned by many residents
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with aging conditions. The five-story Kensington has 19
balconies that will directly overlook the entry to the car wash.
The granting of the CUP for this use is governed by the
required findings set forth in SAV Code §152.243. The burden
is on the applicant to prove, based upon facts in the record,
that the use will conform to the stated standards and criteria for
the issuance of the CUP. Roselawn Cemetery v. City of
Roseville, Minn. App. 689 NW2d 254, 259. SAV Code
§152.243(c)(4) provides:
(3) The use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or
general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or
to the values of property in the vicinity; and
Nearby residents of the Property have provided substantial
testimony on the record directly bearing on this finding. Fact-
based comments, concerns and testimony has addressed
issues relating, but not limited to:
• Adverse noise impacts from dryer blowers, vacuums, idling
vehicles;
• Adverse air quality impacts due to exhaust of idling vehicles,
airborne particles, potentially affecting the health of adjacent
senior residents;
• Adverse impacts on adjacent residential property values.
Additionally, sound expert, Stephen Platisha PE, submitted an
assessment of noise impacts of the proposed car wash and
nearby residential receptors, concluding that the car wash
operations could likely cause a violation of state standards.
Given the intensity of the car wash impacts of vehicle trips,
noise, air pollution and safety concerns, this use is simply
incompatible with existing surrounding neighboring residential
land uses. The undisputed evidence in the record compels the
conclusion that the proposed use for the Property would
produce adverse impacts, detrimental to the health, safety, or
general welfare to persons residing or working in the vicinity or
to the values of property in the vicinity. Based upon the facts
and the record, we respectfully submit that the CUP application
must be denied.
Sincerely,
Timothy J. Keane
Kutak Rock LLP
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This letter is to notify the St. Anthony City Council and Planning
Commission of the many critical omissions in the proposal for the BLVD
Carwash that is going to the council for approval based on the
recommendations of the Planning Commission guided by the City
Planner. In order for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to be given, the
existing laws regarding impact of the project must be satisfied. There is
much that has not been done.
The proposal carwash is in the middle of housing. To the immediate
south is the Kensington, a large condominium complex; to the east and
south across the street is Autumn Woods, a large apartment complex; to
the north and west, single family homes, some of which would be in the
neighborhood of 30 feet away from the proposed carwash. The housing
is R-1 zoned. There is no precedent in St. Anthony for a carwash
adjacent to an R-1. It is a poor choice for the use of the land considering
the housing nearby.
The Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health, safety,
and general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or to
the values of property in the vicinity.(A) None of this work has been
done. (B) This is a critical oversight. We believe the proposed use of the
property is detrimental on all fronts. (B-1)
HEALTH/SAFETY/GENERAL WELFARE
Car Pollution. No environmental impact study was done by St. Anthony
Planning staff. (C) The plans submitted show a maximum capacity of 16
cars in staging---all presumably idling. Once these 16 spaces are used,
where will the other waiting cars be? I can only assume they will be on
Kenzie Terrace—a county road? People using a carwash may choose to
leave their cars idling when using the vacuums. What is the projected
emissions and it’s impact on the health of the people in the homes and
condos and apartments? How many cars per hour are projected at peak
use? I,Tom Deegan, spoke to two staff persons at the nearest carwash
similar to the proposed BLVD Carwash---Mr. Carwash at 44th and Central
Ave. in Columbia Heights. They told me,Tom Deegan, that at peak the
number of cars per day is between 600 -800 cars (hours 7:30am-7pm).
What is expected volume of cars projected? What are the proposed
hours for the carwash? (D) It is something to note that Mr. Carwash is
quite loud and is nowhere near an R-1 zone.
Light Pollution. The current lighting at BLVD Auto, right next to the
proposed carwash, is exceedingly bright and, we believe, already there is
a negative impact to existing housing. We believe that the existing
lighting needs remediation and is possibly not within the ordinance.
Now with the added light expected at the carwash, there would seem to
be an issue of further light pollution. There needs to be an elevation
submitted that demonstrates the projection of the lights proposed do
not impact the adjacent R-1 dwellings. (E)
NOTE A (Full Text)
(1) The use is one of the conditional
uses specifically listed for the district in
which the property is located;
(2) The City Council has specified all
conditions which the City Council
deems necessary to make the use
compatible with other uses in the area;
(3) The use will not be detrimental to
the health, safety, or general welfare of
persons residing or working in the
vicinity or to the values of property in
the vicinity; and
(4) The use will provide a service or a
facility which is in the interest of public
convenience and will contribute to the
general welfare.
NOTE B: (See remainder of the report)
NOTE B-1: Granted the neighbors
believe this, but the City must act on
factual evidence, not “belief”.
NOTE C: No Environmental Impact
Study is indicated or required by MN
Rules. Cars idling at car wash facilities
(rarely exceeding 10 or so) are
common throughout Twin Cities and
elsewhere, with no reports of air
quality violations that staff is aware
of. Examples estimate approximately
one car being served at competitive
locations per minute.
NOTE D: PC is proposing max hours of
7:00a.m. to 10:00 p.m. – owner stated
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during PC
meeting.
NOTE E: Applicants submitted a
lighting plan, including fixture type,
location, and photometric “contour”
plan. The City’s ordinance identifies
lighting thresholds as a possible
nuisance – this is an ongoing
operational requirement, and which is
also addressed in staff report
(Condition 9).
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Noise Pollution. Where is the analysis of the decibel levels when the
proposed carwash is working at full capacity? Specifically, cars idling, all
vacuums being used, and the noise of the dryers from the carwash itself.
We can only assume there will be car stereo noise. Are the plans
compliant with existing city noise ordinances? The planning staff’s duty
is to ensure that these noise elements have been studied and submitted
and are compliant. (F)
The neighborhood is quiet. (G) This is one of the reasons people enjoy
living in this area. We like to walk our dogs and visit with our neighbors.
It is impossible to fully capture the negative impact of this project on the
overall quality of life and desirability of being a homeowner, a condo
owner, an apartment dweller in this neighborhood.
WATER CONSUMPTION
There are millions and millions of dollars in upcoming proposed housing
projects that will all need water. At the time of the first iteration of the
Lowry-Grove project there was concern that there may need to be added
infrastructure to accommodate the water needs of that project. While
that project went away, new projects are coming. The projects on this
end of the city, Kenzie Terrace and Stinson Parkway development,
Development 65, and Trident Redevelopment Bremer site are under
consideration for approval. Where is the analysis of water usage for the
BLVD Carwash and the expected needs of the area as there is further
development been considered? (H) How will this affect R-1 occupancies
water volume? Will there be adequate volume for fire suppression?
What is the big picture in terms of water needs to the community?
We are a top tier Green City. There are systems for car wash facilities
that are Green compliant. As there are few specifics throughout the
proposal being brought forth by the Planning Commission, the Council
cannot determine if this is a Green compliant project. (I) In fact, it is
possible to wash a car with less than 15 gallons of water then recapture
and reuse almost 100% of that water. (See Denver, CO – Gleam carwash)
All of the Health/Safety/General Welfare questions are about the impact
of the proposed carwash on the health of the neighborhood’s residents.
(J) As a Green City it would seems we can do better to protect our
citizenry by being diligent and following the law before bringing this
submission to the Council.
NOTE F: Noise is addressed in City’s
nuisance code, and this is an ongoing
operational condition. Applicant has
designed facilities to face exit garage
to east, oriented away from
Kenzington, approximately 170 feet
from that building and 200 feet from
single family to the north. Moreover,
planning staff has recommended that
additional screening, including
permanent covered structures be
added to mitigate potential noise
impacts.
NOTE G: This property is located
along a major 4-lane County Road
adjacent to, and across from,
Commercial development areas.
NOTE H: There is no indication from
City Engineering or Public Works staff
that there is any reason to be
concerned about water quantities or
consumption. Moreover, the Comp
Plan has identified the various existing
and future uses in the area (high
density residential and commercial),
and utility planning would have
identified if there was any water
supply issues that would require
study prior to approval of any
particular use.
NOTE I: The City encourages these
policies – the City does not (currently)
have regulations that require them. If
the City wants to require them, it
would have to enact amendments to
its codes to do so.
NOTE J: The standards refer to the
“vicinity”, the “area”, and the
“district” in which the proposed CUP
is located, as well as to the “public
convenience” and the “general
welfare”. Neighbor location and
impact is important, but not the only
factor.
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VISION FOR THE SOUTHERN GATEWAY TO ST. ANTHONY
Is there a big picture vision for the southern gateway (K) to the city?
Does a carwash fit into that vision?
PROPERTY VALUES
As required per ordinance for a CUP request, the City Must demonstrate
there is no adverse devaluation (L) of the R-1 occupancies. Until all the
proper analysis of these key factors has been done
(Health/Safety/General Welfare), there is no way to make an assessment
of what will happen to property values.
Will this carwash in such close proximity be detrimental to the value of
the Kenzington condos which will overlook it? Will this carwash not
affect the value the homes along the 27th Ave alley as well as across 27th
Ave. most directly? Will it not affect the housing even a block or two
away, especially in terms of air quality and noise as well as and property
values? We believe it will. It seems very unlikely that these property
values will Not suffer (M). From our perspective this proposed use will
force depreciation of property values. That is unacceptable to the
existing residents nearby who are paying considerable taxes to be a part
of this lovely area.
Finally, we can only wonder at the negligence of the Planning
Commission and the City Planner. How can it be that such shoddy work
has been even proposed? We are concerned and dismayed and would
like the Mayor and the City Council to investigate what is going on and
do the necessary work of oversight of the Planning Commission. We are
concerned that a very careful choice is made for the permanent City
Planner.
In consideration of the lack of due diligence by the Planning Commission
to analyze and protect the public by examining data required by law, we
believe that the Council must reject the conditional use permit.
NOTE K: The Comprehensive Plan
considers the “southern gateway” to
consist of the Urban Grove 15 acres –
recommendations in the Comp Plan
all refer to traffic management in this
area – no “master plan” or other
vision is part of the City’s planning
documents.
NOTE L: As the writer notes, the
various requirements are those that
bear on property value. The City’s
review of the application, and
conditions added, are designed to
mitigate potential negative impacts.
It is the duty of the Planning
Commission and City Staff to judge,
based on evidence presented,
whether the required four factors
have been addressed, or would be
addressed by the proposed
conditions.
NOTE M: It is understood that the
writer believes it to be “unlikely” that
property values will not be negatively
affected. Again, the Planning
Commission is required to base their
decision on evidence – and make a
judgement about the evidence
submitted – not on the generalized
fears/concerns of the public. The
Planning Commission did this by
requiring the conditions of approval,
which are designed to mitigate those
concerns.
The conditions include:
- Increase setbacks from adjoining
property;
- Increase evergreen planting to
create additional buffering;
- Increase evergreen planting to
screen headlight glare;
- Reorient drive aisles to reduce
pavement;
- Retain current building
orientation to direct exit noise
away from residential areas;
- Adhere to site plan change that
consolidate multiple access
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driveways to/from Kenzie to a
single location;
- Add solid fencing and landscaping
to increase buffer toward single
family area (and prohibit access
to alley);
- Add a permanent canopy cover,
and side-walls to limit potential
noise from vacuum stations;
- Reduce parking lot lighting height,
and ensure hooded down-cast
fixtures to limit/eliminate light
glare onto adjoining property;
- Comply with any Engineering
requirements to property manage
utilities, drainage, and
stormwater;
- Limit hours of operation to retail
business hours.
Further, as noted, the operation will
need to continue to adhere to existing
regulations related to light, noise,
odors/fumes, and related nuisance
code as an ongoing requirement.
These would be required conditions
of any allowed commercial use on the
subject property, which is zoned for
such uses.
Finally, the law requires that the City
must consider a use identified as a
Conditional Use in a zoning district to
be presumptively allowed on properly
zoned land. The ability of the City to
add conditions that mitigate potential
negative impacts is the primary scope
of City authority. Denial must be
based on specific factual data that
cannot be mitigated, not mere
speculation or concerns.
Additionally we are asking that this letter be put into the public record.
Respectfully Submitted,
Thomas Deegan
Susan Guthrie
2616 Pahl Ave.
St. Anthony, MN 55418
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Charlie Yunker
From:Barbara Gottfried <bgott3joy@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, January 19, 2021 12:17 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Cc:Marcey Westrick; Meridith Socha; Brian Rude; Thomas Kuykendall; Paul Morita; Corey
Erickson; *SAPlanner; Randy Stille; Jan Jenson; Wendy Webster; Bernard Walker; Tom
Randle
Subject:Kenzie Terrace Proposed Car Wash and CUP
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Dear Mayor, City Council, Planning Commissioners, Charlie Yunker, and Steve Grittman,
I'm writing to urge you as strongly as I can to deny the CUP for the proposed car wash on Kenzie Terrace.
As a retired senior, I want to stay healthy and enjoy life with my husband at Kenzington.
I'm asking all of you to please hear what we neighbors who are living here, so close to the proposed car wash,
are saying...
Our lives will be negatively impacted daily, in multiple ways, for as many as 15 hours a day!
Close to three dozen emails in opposition to the car wash have been submitted to the city, many from residents
of the single-family homes nearby. Doubtless more will be sent. A petition from the Kenzington with more than
70 signatures has also been submitted. (We Kenzington seniors own our homes and value our balconies!)
We have also submitted expert testimony from professionals in support of our concerns.
Environmentally, this car wash will significantly increase levels of air and water pollution, and reduce water
available for other local needs.
We residents, including children and aging seniors, have a right to vital health, peaceful yards and balconies,
neighborhood walkability, and stable property values. These are the quality-of-life basics desired by most
people!
Why would city officials prioritize - in violation of section 152.243(C)(3) of city code! - one man's business
venture over the well-being of numerous nearby residents?
Barbara Gottfried
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Kenzington Condominiums,
Unit 307 (one of 25 condos facing the proposed site)
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Charlie Yunker
From:Paul McHugh <paulmchughmn@gmail.com>
Sent:Friday, January 15, 2021 8:48 AM
To:Charlie Yunker
Cc:ADELE KUNDE
Subject:Fwd: Car Wash Next Door
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
To the SAV City Manager:
Hello, Charlie,
My wife and I recently received the below email from Adele Kunde, an elder here at Kenzington whose first
floor apartment directly faces the proposed car wash site.
Having received her permission to do so, I'm forwarding Adele's email for sharing with the mayor, city council
members, and planning commission, as input to their decision about the car wash permit application.
Thank you,
Paul McHugh
Kenzington Condominiums
---------- Forwarded message ---------
From: ADELE KUNDE <akunde21@comcast.net>
Date: Tue, Jan 12, 2021, 8:16 AM
Subject: Car Wash Next Door
To: paulmchughmn@gmail.com <paulmchughmn@gmail.com>
Good morning Barbara and Paul,
Thanks for the current information that I received from you this morning.
My name is Adele Kunde, email akunde21@comcast.net. I live in Unit 108. If car wash is built, it will
be just outside my unit.
When I moved here in 1994, my intention was to stay here until I am unable to do so. I was very
surprised to get the mailing from the City about the car wash -- very short notice, in the midst of the
pandemic.
Needless to say, I'm upset. I've been frustrated as I'm physically unable to attend City meetings
(mainly due to Covid-19), and unable to do Zoom to attend City meetings. So I'm thankful for you
folks and others here at the Kenzington and residents in our neighborhood to get our message to the
City. I'm thankful for whoever coordinated the petition that I signed.
Whatever the outcome of tonight's meeting, I'd appreciate knowing the City's decision. If there's a
posting on the St. Anthony web site, please let me know, and I could access the information. I think it
would be a lot better if this proposal is put on hold until we as a community can attend in person. (My
first choice would be to deny the car wash proposal.)
Again, thank you for "taking on" opposition to the car wash.
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Adele Kunde
612-788-4659
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Charlie Yunker
From:Paul McHugh <paulmchughmn@gmail.com>
Sent:Monday, January 18, 2021 5:07 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Cc:Marcey Westrick; Meridith Socha; Brian Rude; Corey Erickson; Paul Morita; Thomas
Kuykendall; Randy Stille; Tom Randle; Jan Jenson; Wendy Webster; Bernard Walker
Subject:Letter to the SAV Planning Commission
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Hello Charlie,
Please include this letter in the public record on the car wash CUP, and the public comment forwarded to the
Planning Commission.
Thank you,
Paul McHugh
Dear members of the St Anthony Village Planning Commission:
My wife and I own and live in one of the 25 units at Kenzington Condos that overlook the site of the proposed
car wash.
In my view and that of many of my neighbors, construction of this car wash would be a disaster for those of us
in the adjoining residential area. It would be a disaster in terms of its effect on our quality of life ("general
welfare"); on our physical and evenmental health; and, for those reasons, also on the value of our property.
As you know, the SAV ordinance governing the issuance of a CUP, City Code Section 152.243(C)(3), states:
“(3) The use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of persons residing or
working in the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity ...”
It may be difficult to provide scientific proof of the property value impacts of this car wash. After all, proof
would require an economic study based on data, yet data for such a study would be difficult to find, given the
relative rarity - for reasons that should be obvious - of car washes being allowed next to residential areas.
So, instead, please ask yourself how you think you'd feel living within 40-100 feet of a car wash that generated
noise impacts on your home that the car wash proponent compared, in his testimony at the public hearing, to the
sound of a nearby vacuum cleaner. To that noise level, add noises from mufflers, loud speakers, radios, and
people shouting above all the noise. If that sounds unpleasant to you, wouldn't you expect to need to offer a
lower sale price than otherwise in order to find potential buyers? Isn't this just common sense?
I'd also like to comment on the Commission's process of soliciting citizen input through the December 15 public
hearing.
If SAV and the Planning Commission are committed to the values of genuine citizen participation and full
inclusion, why would the city schedule a public hearing about a highly impactful development like a car wash,
adjacent to a 55+ condominium and a family-rich residential area, for a date in the busiest month of the year,
during a pandemic that makes both physical and virtual participation by seniors extremely difficult, with less
than two weeks notice?
And, given that the city did do this, how could anyone state with a straight face, as the city planner did at the
December 15 hearing, that a "heavy burden" of proof of adverse impacts rests on the residents opposed to the
car wash - when citizens clearly had very little time to examine impacts, let alone provide proof of them -
especially seniors during a dangerous pandemic?
In closing, let me ask you this: Given the above, before voting on the CUP, are you willing to re-examine the
appropriateness of approving it in light of the 45-50 pages of public comment, including expert testimony, in
the public record?
If not, why not?
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Thank you,
Paul McHugh
Kenzington Condominiums
Unit 307
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Charlie Yunker
From:Randy Stille
Sent:Wednesday, January 13, 2021 6:43 PM
To:mwandell@gmail.com
Cc:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Re: Online Form Submittal: Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
Mr. Wandell,
Thank you for your email which I have forwarded to the Interium City Manager for addition to the public
record. Please understand that it is important that this debate be conducted within the public forum. Thus,
it would be inappropriate for me to meet individually with you, other neighbors, or the applicant.
Randy Stille
Mayor
City of St. Anthony Village
3301 Silver Lake RD, St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-782-3301 | www.savmn.com
randy.stille@savmn.com
From: noreply@civicplus.com <noreply@civicplus.com>
Sent: Tuesday, January 12, 2021 1:58 PM
To: Randy Stille
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Send Mayor Randy Stille an Email
First Name Mike & Beth
Last Name Wandell
Address 2800 27th Ave NE
City Saint Anthony Villag
State MN
Zip Code 55418
Contact preference By phone
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Phone Number 6514026421
Email Address mwandell@gmail.com
Comments January 12, 2021
Dear Randy,
This is a more detailed and formal follow up to the email I sent
directly to your email address (randy.stille@savmn.com)
requesting the opportunity to speak with you regarding the
BLVD Autoworks proposed Car Wash addition.
My wife Beth and I are proud members of the Saint Anthony
Village community. We are active in many volunteer
organizations within the community and have done our best to
try and make SAV a better place. I am the current President of
the WPPA and a Co-Navigator (leader) in the Voyagers
organization. This organization has recently helped with
several situations that have directly helped the city and its
residents.
Beth volunteers for countless events and activities within the
community as well. She is also a substitute teacher at Wilshire
Park and was one of very few subs that was willing to work this
fall, which helped keep the school open as long as possible.
We have owned our home on 27th Avenue NE since 2002 and
have been very happy with our little pocket in the SAV
community (SOSA as it’s known).
We are reaching out to you because we are very concerned
about the planning commission’s approval of a Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) for the proposed BLVD Carwash at 2701 Kenzie
Terrace. In order for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to be
given, the existing laws regarding impact of the project must be
satisfied, specifically, in order for the CUP to be approved, The
Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity.
As owners of a single family home adjacent to the lot under
consideration, we have the following concerns that have not
been addressed and resolved by the St Anthony planning
commission:
1. Location next to residential property
2. Health/safety/general welfare
a. Air Pollution
b. Noise Pollution
c. Safety concerns
3. Water capacity and runoff management
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4. Property values
1. LOCATION: The proposed carwash is in the middle of a
residential area. Our single family homes, zoned R-1 would be
adjacent to a carwash. Our neighbors to the South, the
Kensington, is a multi-family housing building.
As far as I am aware, there is no precedent in St. Anthony for a
carwash adjacent to an R-1 and we feel that building a car was
is a poor choice for the use of the land considering the housing
nearby.
2. HEALTH/SAFETY/GENERAL WELFARE
A. Air Pollution. No environmental impact study was done by
St. Anthony Planning staff regarding the air pollution resulting
from idling cars. The plans submitted show a maximum
capacity of 16 cars in staging---all presumably idling. Imagine
having 16 cars idling outside your backyard for many hours a
day while in your back yard. There is no evidence presented by
the planning commission that assessed this impact.
B. Noise Pollution. The plan and planning commission
assessment does not include an analysis of decibel levels
during operating hours of the car wash.
a. Specific noise concerns from our perspective are cars idling,
car radios (imagine the cacophony of multiple car radios
playing different radio stations, including at least one with a
very loud bass thumping), multiple vacuums in use, and likely
most concerning is the constant noise of the blowers inside the
car wash along with the added noise of the sprayers and other
noises that emit from a carwash. There is lack of analysis, or
demonstration that the proposal is compliant with existing city
and state noise ordinances. We believe that it is the planning
staff’s duty is to ensure that these noise elements have been
studied and submitted and are compliant.
b. Hours of operation are of concern, as the initial response of
the planning commission was to expand the requested hours of
the car wash from 7 am to 10 pm, 7 days per week. This
neighborhood is quiet, so that currently, we can have
conversations with neighbors outside, enjoy the sounds of birds
and can sleep past 7 am on the weekends. Imagine living next
to the noise identified above, 7 days per week, 15 hours per
day. This is obviously detrimental to the health and general
welfare of residents.
3. Water capacity and runoff management: There are millions
and millions of dollars in upcoming proposed housing projects
that will all need water. When the Lowry-Grove project was
analyzed concerns were identified relative to insufficient
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infrastructure to accommodate the water needs of that project
as well as the impact of water runoff by reduction of permeable
surfaces. The projects on this end of the city, Kenzie Terrace
and Stinson Parkway development, Development 65, and
Trident Redevelopment Bremer site are under consideration for
approval. We are concerned about potential impact on R-1
water volume and adequate volume for fire suppression. In
addition, by changing the current permeable surface of the
vacant lot to non-permeable surfaces, we are concerned that
the sewer infrastructure may be inadequate to manage the
volume of water used by the carwash as well as the change to
non-permeable surface. The planning commission has not
addressed or resolved this concern.
4. Property values: As required per ordinance for a CUP
request, the City Must demonstrate there is no adverse
devaluation of the R-1 occupancies. Until all the proper
analysis of these key factors has been done
(Health/Safety/General Welfare), there is no way to make an
assessment of what will happen to property values. Given the
impacts identified above - air pollution, noise pollution, safety
concerns and water capacity, it is hard to imagine that the
value of our property will not be negatively impacted. This will
not only impact the homes along the 27th Ave alley, but also
houses even a block or two away. Certainly, the value of the
Kenzington condos overlooking the carwash will be negatively
impacted. From our perspective this proposed use will force
depreciation of property values. That is unacceptable to the
existing residents nearby who are paying considerable taxes to
be a part of this community.
The Council must find that the use is not detrimental to health,
safety, and general welfare of persons residing or working in
the vicinity or to the values of property in the vicinity. To date,
none of this work has been done. This is a critical oversight.
We believe the proposed use of the property is detrimental on
all fronts.
In consideration of the lack of due diligence by the Planning
Commission to analyze and protect the public by examining
data required by law, we believe that the Council must reject
the conditional use permit.
Additionally we are asking that this letter be put into the public
record.
Respectfully Submitted,
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J. Michael Wandell
Elizabeth C. Wandell
2800 27th Ave NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
JMW- 651-402-6421
ECW – 612-710-2436
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From:Maxine Baker <maxbaker71@hotmail.com>
Sent:Friday, January 22, 2021 12:59 AM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Car Wash on Kenzie Terrace
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Dear St Anthony Village City Council please, please do not vote for the car wash. It is just not necessary, in my
opinion. There are two car washes that I know of within about a mile. I worry that it will be very, very disturbing to the
residents of The Kenzington . If it is open at night the lights would certainly be disturbing to the residents on at least
first and second floors. I just don’t think it is a good fit so close to our home. Thank you for considering this
request. Respectfully Maxine and Pam Baker
2601 Kenzie Terrace Apt. 212
St. Anthony Village, Mn 55418
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Charlie Yunker
From:Maxine Baker <maxbaker71@hotmail.com>
Sent:Friday, January 22, 2021 12:59 AM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Car Wash on Kenzie Terrace
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Dear St Anthony Village City Council please, please do not vote for the car wash. It is just not necessary, in my
opinion. There are two car washes that I know of within about a mile. I worry that it will be very, very disturbing to the
residents of The Kenzington . If it is open at night the lights would certainly be disturbing to the residents on at least
first and second floors. I just don’t think it is a good fit so close to our home. Thank you for considering this
request. Respectfully Maxine and Pam Baker
2601 Kenzie Terrace Apt. 212
St. Anthony Village, Mn 55418
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Charlie Yunker
From:Faith Chapman <fachapman@yahoo.com>
Sent:Saturday, January 23, 2021 11:44 AM
To:Charlie Yunker
Cc:Mary Jo Turner
Subject:Car wash at Kenzie Ter
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
> Dear Charlie;
> My sister and me are are residents at Kensington 55+ condo where the car wash is proposed to be going in next door.
We know it is going to be causing loud vehicle traffic on my side of the building. It’s an older folks home and not fitting
for that patch of land. It should be located in the commercial area, not next to resident homes. Older folks can’t just
move away when this commercial activity happens. Please help us convince them to move it.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Faith Chapman
> 2601 Kenzie Ter #319
> St. Anthony, MN 55418
>
> 651-334-4703
> Sent from my iPhone
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Charlie Yunker
From:daveh0330@gmail.com
Sent:Thursday, January 21, 2021 7:40 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:FW: Kenzie Terrace Proposed Car Wash
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From: daveh0330@gmail.com <daveh0330@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2021 6:58 PM
To: planner@savmn.com
Cc: randy.stille@savmn.com; jan.jenson@savmn.com; wendy.webster@savmn.com; thomas.randle@savmn.com;
bernard.walker@savmn.com
Subject: Kenzie Terrace Proposed Car Wash
To the St Anthony Village City Council,
I am writing to urge you to deny approval for the car wash on Kenzie Terrace. As one of the residents in the Kenzington
who will overlook the car wash, I am deeply concerned about how this car wash will affect the health, lifestyle, and
finances of the Kenzington residents that face in the direction. I suffer from asthma and I am worried about how the
exhaust fumes from cars waiting to get washed will affect me and other seniors with breathing issues. In addition, the
noise from the dryers, vacuums, car radios and people talking will also be a significant problem. During the Planning
Commission meeting, it was stated that the dryers will produce ‘only’ 75 decibels of noise on our balconies – that’s
about the level of a vacuum cleaner. How would you like a vacuum cleaner constantly running outside your balcony for
12 hours a day? I am a night owl who sleeps late in the morning and the thought of all that unpleasant noise starting
early in the morning is very concerning. If this project is allowed to be built, none of us on that side of the building will
be able to use our balconies for conversation with friends or quiet relaxation or even be able to open our sliding glass
doors or windows for ventilation.
Another issue is financial. As a realtor, I can assure you that the value of our units will decrease once that project starts
construction. There are 25 units that face that side and each is worth at least $100,000 in the current real estate
market. That’s about $2,500,000 in total market value. When you add in the $1,500,000 total value of the 5 single
family homes closest to the site, at $300,000 per house, you get a total market value of housing directly affect by this
project of at least $4,000,000. There is no way to definitely know how much our market values will be reduced but even
at a very conservative figure of 10%, the city and county will be losing at least $400,000 in taxable market value. Based
on my experience with selling condos, I suspect that the market value loss is more likely to be in the 20%-25% range. I
consulted with several of my realtor colleagues to make sure that I wasn’t being overly pessimistic and they agreed that
the reduction in value would likely be substantial and that 20%-25% did not seem unreasonable. In addition, although
there is no way of knowing for sure, I suspect that the other units in our building will also suffer a market value
reduction somewhat less than those of us who face the car wash.
The resulting noise, light, and air pollution make the proposed car wash about the worst use of land next to residential
dwellings that I can think of and certainly violates the provisions of City Code Section 152.243(C)(3). Imagine what it
would be like for you and your families to have to live next to it.
Dave Hess
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Unit 409
The Kenzington
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Charlie Yunker
From:Kate King <kappyann@gmail.com>
Sent:Sunday, January 24, 2021 12:42 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Re: Car wash on Kenzie Terrace
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Hello
I am a resident at 2601 Kenzie Terrace.
Please consider the following before you vote to allow
a car wash:
1. what are your plans for traffic control?
2. how will this additional business affect traffic jams?
3. have you made a plan to safely guide traffic through
this area?
4. where will the excess traffic flow?
5. are extra traffic lights going to be necessary and if
so, does this affect driver safety?
6. the plan seems excessive along with other
businesses on the other side of the street. Have you
taken that into consideration?
I am not concerned about my property value. I am
concerned about safety. The traffic flow will most
likely double because as the COVID crisis abates, all
the businesses will go back to experiencing
significant numbers entering in and out of their
lots. How much backup traffic can this area
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hold? From the intersection of St. Anthony Blvd and
2601 it is only about 2 blocks long. Two stop and go
lights between. Will you redirect traffic to
accommodate the change?
I am very concerned!!!
This plan will be a danger to drivers and
pedestrians. Also, there is a bus stop in front of my
property. How will the increase in traffic affect the
safety of riders?
Please vote no for the building of this unsafe
business. We cannot improve the economy of St.
Anthony if it means bringing danger to our
community. I know there would be an increase in tax
banks, but is that worth the price?
I appreciate any consideration you will give to this
situation. It is clearly a difficult choice to say
"NO". But leaders have to make a choice to commit
to safety in our streets.
Sincerely,
Katherine King
Unit #413
We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided.
Albus
Dumbledore
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Charlie Yunker
From:Lee John Kurtz <leejohnrules@yahoo.com>
Sent:Friday, January 22, 2021 4:09 PM
To:Charlie Yunker; Randy Stille; Tom Randle; Wendy Webster; Jan Jenson; Bernard Walker
Subject:One LAST Plea!
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Hello, I am writing to make one last plea that the council and mayor vote AGAINST the proposed car wash at 2701 Kenzie
Ter. I have looked at the "packet" of info for the meeting provided on your website. Counting the 70 or so people that
signed a petition against this there are close to 100 DOCUMENTED examples of people that are against this!! Also, I
have talked to a few people here that have sent e-mails, or letters via US Mail, that are NOT included in this packet of
info. Also, a couple of people, have talked to council members on the phone. I counted 3 ( Tom of BLVD Auto included)
documents in support this project. One being from well known NE business owner Walt Sentyrz, who lives in St Anthony,
but nowhere NEAR the proposed car wash. He merely provides a shining endorsement of Tom Archambault, which I or
anyone against this project, does NOT dispute. Many people here have all their car service needs taken care of by Tom,
and are very happy with that. I cannot BELIEVE that ANYONE would disregard the wishes of THIS many neighbors and
customers, for their own possible financial gain. I would bet EVERYTHING that I own, that if this proposal was 40-50 feet
from YOUR windows and ONLY outdoor space you would all be vehemently opposed to it as well.
We (Kenzington residents and single family homeowners nearby)
are UNITED in an effort to stop this project from happening. We DO have a lawyer, and are prepared to fight this to the
bitter end. I hope it does NOT come to that! Your own" City Code Section 152.24 (c) (3)" ( I shouldn't have to type it out for
you,) PROHIBITS this thing being built. Are you REALLY willing to break your OWN law to support this? We stand to lose
THOUSANDS in home values if this thing is built. You've all seen the MANY reasons that this thing should be voted down.
You've seen information from a sound expert and realtors. What more do you need to do the right thing for the majority of
people affected?
We have no problem with Tom building some kind of building on
his property. Hopefully, it would be something quiet. Outside of a rock and roll, or rap music night club, I cannot think of
ANYTHING worse than a car wash to be FORCED to live so close too! I'm sure the city coffers are salivating at the
amount of property taxes that could be generated by this project. I'll bet that the amount of money that it would generate
would be MORE than offset by the 40 or so homeowners whose home values plummet and the reductions in property tax
amounts that will follow. A friend of mines wife, who is a realtor, told me that not ONLY would the property values go down
for the 25 homeowners on this side of the building, but for EVERYONE in this building. 150 homeowners in all. I'm sure
that in addition to the houses along 27th Ave, a few houses on Cleveland St NE and Pahl Ave would be affected as well.
I'm guessing another 15 or so single family homeowners would be affected.
Supposedly, we live in a democracy, even though the last 4 years have put THAT theory to a major test! Elected officials
should be voting for what the MAJORITY of their constituents want. NOT their own feelings about the project or the
assumed financial gain for the city. Going by YOUR packet of info, there are 30 or so people against this for every 1
person for it! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, think about us and vote AGAINST this project. Thank you.
LJK
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From:John LaDuke <johnladuke3@gmail.com>
Sent:Sunday, January 24, 2021 2:27 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Car Wash
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Two years ago I considered myself lucky to purchase a retirement home here in St.Anthony. I fear that may
soon turn into a major regret should the city allow the proposed car wash adjacent to my bedroom and living
room windows to proceed.
I realize that by using their property as a storage and packing lot is an under utilization of their property, but
locating a car wash so close to a residential building of senior adults is a bad choice and I am asking the city to
deny their request.
The sight of a car wash out my windows is not what concerns me, it is the noise that will come with it along
with the smell of the car exhaust from idling automobiles.
Should the car wash be approved I will probably attempt to sell my Condo but I doubt I would have many
buyers willing to purchase a home with a noisy car wash outside their windows.
Thanks for your consideration
John LaDuke
2601 Kenzie Terrace 308
St. Anthony Mn. 55418
P.S. If the city decides to approve this car wash, I am requesting that the developer be required to replace the
sliders and windows in the 30 Condominiums that will adjoin this car wash in an effort to mitigate some of the
noise and exhaust.
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Charlie Yunker
From:Paul McHugh <paulmchughmn@gmail.com>
Sent:Friday, January 22, 2021 4:21 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Cc:Randy Stille; Tom Randle; Wendy Webster; Jan Jenson; Bernard Walker
Subject:Fwd: Professional opinion on effect of proposed Kenzie Terrace car wash on value of
nearby properties
Attachments:Kenzie 2.pdf
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Please include the below email and attachment in the public record.
I encourage the mayor and city council members to please review this realtor's statement.
Sincerely,
Paul McHugh
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From: Daniels, Bill and Kathy <WDaniels@cbburnet.com>
Date: Fri, Jan 22, 2021, 3:23 PM
Subject: Re: Checking in
To: Paul McHugh <paulmchughmn@gmail.com>
See attached.
Kathy Daniels
Bill & Kathy Daniels
Coldwell Banker Realty
612-202-9530 Bill
612-701-0248 Kathy
www.BillandKathyDaniels.com
30 Years Full Time Sales Experience - Top Producers
January 22, 2021
To whom it may concern;
I have been asked to write an opinion from a Realtor’s point of view on
how a car wash operating next door to the Kenzington condo building
could affect the property values there.
I have been selling residential Real Estate in the Metro Area for 31
years, and have been selling units at the Kenzington since 1993. I have
listed and sold and resold well over a hundred units at the Kenzington.
I know from my professional experience that properties next to a light
industrial-type business such as a car wash will sell for less than
properties that aren’t.
A car wash, to be successful would have a constant stream of
customers, with the associated traffic, noise, radios, exhaust, loud
drying fans etc.
It is common sense that a car wash would certainly affect the quality of
life, values of the properties and personal life of residents living next to
a car wash. People have always bought at the Kenzington due to it
being a 55 plus age building and ha ve relied on it being a quiet
environment.
In my professional opinion a car wash will definitely have a negative
impact on the values of the Kenzington condos and any other single-
family homes adjacent to it (FYI, there are several such homes directly
across the alley from the parcel).
Sincerely
Kathy Daniels
Coldwell Banker Realty
612-701-0248
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Charlie Yunker
From:J Waite <jdwaite18@yahoo.com>
Sent:Monday, January 25, 2021 12:13 PM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Proposed car wash at 2701 Kenzie Terrace
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Dear City Manager:
I am an owner who has lived at the Kenzington Condominiums for over 10 years. The thought of putting a car
wash adjacent to my home is a not a good idea. There are more than enough places to get vehicles washed
within a few miles. My main concerns are: more noise and air pollution, lighting nuisance, and increased traffic
congestion on Kenzie Terrace and back alley way. Something in addition to consider is there are already
enough semi tractor trailors, ocean container flat beds, and scrap metal haulers using Kenzie. County Road 88
makes more sense to divert this kind of traffic over and keep t he wear, tear and noise on an appropriate roadway
for that use. It seems to me with the permit for the proposed car wash already being approved that few, if any,
are listening to the taxpayers who will be most affected. I'm aware that developed property brings more tax
revenue to the city. If a car wash is approved and after the novelty has worn off, this type of business could
easily fail. What could that building be used for? Simply another car wash. Then back to square one. There are
alternative things to put on that site that would serve the city, the neighborhood and the residents of St. Anthony
much better.
I strongly urge you and those involved to not approve a car wash for that parcel of land. If you disagree, than
how would it be if one is constructed next to your home?
Jim Waite
2601 Kenzie Terrace #207
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Charlie Yunker
From:richard wiener <randwiener@gmail.com>
Sent:Saturday, January 23, 2021 10:42 AM
To:Charlie Yunker
Subject:Stop car wash
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
Charlie Yunker
I am against the car wash.
1. Commercial noise and appearance.
2. Destroys the theme of the area peacefulness on both sides of the street 3. Junkyard appearance 4. Decrease in value
of condo 5. Ugly view for residents
Richard and Marie Wiener, Residents of Kinzington condo
Tank you
Sent from my iPad
Cary Zahrbock, on behalf of concerned neighbors, including single family home owners on 27th Ave NE as
well as many residents of the Kenzington at 2601 Kenzie Terrace.
1. We have no animosity toward Tom Archambault personally, and do appreciate that he has been
a “good neighbor” with his car business. However, a car wash is not consistent with St. Anthony
code and is not an appropriate use of the land he owns. We would be very willing to engage
with him around planning for an alternate business, and would have engaged if he had reached
out prior to submitting his application to the planning commission.
2. The planning commission has not fulfilled their statutory responsibility relative to the
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for this commercially zoned property adjacent to single family and
multi-family homes.
3. The granting of a CUP is governed by the required findings set forth in SAV Code 152.243. SAV
Code 152.243 (c)(4) provides: (3) The use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or
general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or to the values of property in the
vicinity;”.
4. Burden of Proof concerns:
a. During the 12.15.20 Commission discussion, Commissioner Socha asked Interim City
Planner Steve Grittman, what the definition of “detrimental” is, because she “had a hard
time seeing how it would not be detrimental to some effect, to some point on
neighboring property values”. “She was not so sure about health and safety, but general
use of it, which does affect property value.”
b. When asked whose burden it was to provide hard evidence, Mr. Grittman incorrectly
stated that the burden “would be on the people making the claim of detrimental
value.” In fact, as noted in the letter from Tim Keane, Attorney at Law (City Council
packet pgs. 97-98) MN case law shows that the burden is on THE APPLICANT to prove,
based upon facts in the record, that the use will conform to the stated standards and
criteria for the issuance of a CUP.
5. Concerned St. Anthony residents wrote letters and a petition signed by >70 residents of the
Kenzington (City Council Packet) identifying numerous concerns not addressed by the planning
commission. As noted, the law requires that the Applicant prove, based upon facts, that the use
will conform to standards. There has been no such request from the planning commission to
the Applicant.
6. In addition to community members identifying numerous concerns with the proposed car wash
CUP, expert evidence was provided to the Planning commission for January 19th meeting (which
they did not consider) by residents negatively impacted by potential CUP approval.
a. Two independent real estate agents, Kathy Daniels (letter submitted to city manager on
1/22 to be included in addendum to packet and Ella Ritzman (considered as experts
relative to property values) submitted letters (City Council packet pg. 92) noting
significant negative impact on property values of residential properties. Consistent with
Commissioner Socha’s opinion.
b. Noise expert opinion by Steven Pletisha, Professional Engineer (City Council packet pgs.
93-95) stating that if vacuum and/or car wash dryer noise occurred for more than six
minutes in one hour, the levels would exceed State noise pollution standards. The
decibel levels used in his analysis were based on the information provided by Tom
Archambault in response to a question from neighbors during the public hearing.
Nowhere in the application, nor the city planner’s analysis of the request were specific
decibel levels described nor analyzed. The planning commission approved the request
without sufficient information to assess the potential risk to health, safety or general
welfare.
7. The planning commission neglected to consider the impact of air pollution from idling cars and
offered no mitigation from this detrimental impact. The car wash plan allows for two lanes of
cars idling resulting in at least 16 idling cars waiting their turn in the car wash. The impact of
emissions from these idling cars in a residential area was not assessed by the city planner or
planning commission. Adding this necessary component of a car wash is not consistent with St.
Anthony’s Sustainability plan that has committed to a reduction of cars idling through the
“Young Lungs at Work” initiative. Minneapolis codes prevents cars from idling more than 3
minutes within an hour. State of MN policy prevents State employees from idling a state-owned
vehicle for more than 3 minutes. You can expect that a continuous line of up to 16 cars will
consistently exceed that standard. The detrimental health effect is not only to children living
and playing in their homes, but also seniors in the Kenzington and all residents in the area.
8. The planning commission neglected to consider the impact of noise pollution from car radios
while cars wait their turn in the car wash and offered no mitigation to this detrimental impact.
9. City staff neglected to evaluate the impact of stated light illumines for the project. While they
did recommend downward facing lights at 20 feet, they provide no evidence that this will
mitigate concerns. Currently, the Blvd is violating the light ordinance with the light directly
beside 2800 27th Ave NE. City staff are aware that this has been discussed with Tom, but no
action has resulted.
10. City staff neglected to evaluate water usage. While St. Anthony states the goal of being a Green
City, there was no evaluation of whether the systems for this car wash is Green compliant.
11. In summary, the planning commission has not fulfilled their statutory responsibility relative to
the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for this commercially zoned property adjacent to single family
and multi-family homes.
12. The granting of a CUP is governed by the required findings set forth in SAV Code 152.243. SAV
Code 152.243 (c)(4) provides: (3) The use will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or
general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity or to the values of property in the
vicinity;”.
13. We respectfully request that the St. Anthony City Council fulfill your statutory responsibility and
deny the Conditional Use Permit for the Blvd Car Wash. We support Tom’s right to use his
property and would be happy to engage in solution finding to support that right. The Car Wash
CUP must be denied as it does not meet CUP requirements.
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Charlie Yunker
From:Paul McHugh <paulmchughmn@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, January 26, 2021 4:04 PM
To:Charlie Yunker; Randy Stille; Jan Jenson; Bernard Walker; Wendy Webster; Tom Randle
Subject:Car wash CUP: health impacts of idling vehicles in stacking lanes
Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution.
(Please include this letter in public comment on the car wash CUP.)
Mayor Stille and City Council members:
As you know, the car wash CUP application envisions two "stacking" lanes with up to 16 idling cars waiting
their turn. The health impact of the resulting tailpipe emissions in a residential area was not assessed by the city
planner or planning commission.
And it definitely should have been, because idling cars are a well-documented source of health-harming air
pollutants. According to the EPA, "Idling vehicles contribute to air pollution and emit air toxins, which are
pollutants known or suspected to cause cancer or other serious health effects." And the MN Pollution Control
Agency says, "...exhaust from an idling engine contains more pollutants than that from moving cars."
What's in car exhaust? A summary by the UCS of the major pollutants from motor vehicles includes: Particulate
matter (PM), Volatile Organic Compounds or VOCs (including the toxic air pollutants benzene, acetaldehyde,
and 1,3-butadiene), nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), and carbon dioxide.
The MPCA says: "...the list of harmful ingredients in car exhaust runs to more than 100 compounds. Studies
have linked pollution from vehicles to increased rates of cancer, heart and lung disease, asthma, and allergies."
St. Anthony Village city code Section 152.243(C)(3) forbids the city to approve a CUP that would permit land
use "detrimental to the health…of persons residing or working in the vicinity..." Let's look in more detail at
expected detrimental health impacts of these idling vehicles.
The proposed car wash would be located within 50-100 feet of up to 31 homes, including 3 families with
children and 25 households at the age 55+ Kenzington. Children and elders are, in fact, the age groups whose
health is the most vulnerable to air pollutants. How do we know this?
1. Seniors and air pollution:
The health of older people is vulnerable to air pollution, including car exhaust.
A study from London's Royal College of Physicians states,
"Older people are more susceptible to air pollution than younger [adults] because of health problems
such as myocardial infarction and stroke."
And an EPA report, "Older Adults: An Environmentally Susceptible Population", says:
"Exposure to air pollution particles is associated with increased morbidity and mortality attributable to
cardiovascular and pulmonary causes in older adults.
"Those with heart disease… are especially susceptible to the adverse effects of inhaled particulate
matter."
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Finally, it should also be noted that, on average, elders are less able than others to relocate in response to
increased air (and noise) pollution, due to their often fixed incomes and reduced adaptability.
2. Children and vehicle exhaust:
From the MPCA:
"Exhaust from idling cars isn't good for anyone, but ...the impact is greatest on kids. Children breathe
more rapidly and inhale more pollutants per pound of body weight than adults, and their lungs are still
developing."
The EPA adds, "Children’s lungs are still developing, and when they are exposed to elevated levels of
[air toxins from idling vehicles], children have an increased risk of developing asthma, respiratory
problems and other adverse health effects."
It should be noted that St. Anthony Village’s Sustainability plan aims to reduce vehicle idling through
its “Young Lungs at Work” initiative. The implications for locating a car wash with constantly idling
cars near family residences should be obvious.
In summary, by allowing a car wash into close proximity to families and elders, the city would clearly
be doing harm to the health of some of its most vulnerable citizens.
Thank you,
Paul McHugh
Kenzington Condominiums
its “Young Lungs at Work” initiative. The implications for locating a car wash with constantly idling
cars near family residences should be obvious.
In summary, by allowing a car wash into close proximity to families and elders, the city would clearly be doing
harm to the health of some of its most vulnerable citizens.
Thank you,
Paul McHugh
Kenzington Condominiums
Paul
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 21-017
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR A CAR WASH FACILITY WITH VACUUM STATIONS AT 2701 KENZIE
TERRACE IN THE C, COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the City of St. Anthony Village received a request from Boulevard Autoworks for
a car wash at 2701 Kenzie Terrace; and
WHEREAS, the property consists of approximately .78 acres and is located in the C,
Commercial zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the subject parcel is currently vacant, with an independent parking lot, but no
principal building; and
WHEREAS, car wash facilities are allowed by Conditional Use Permit in the Commercial
District; and
WHEREAS, the car wash facility has the potential to create negative land use impacts beyond
those of typical permitted uses in the Commercial District; and
WHEREAS, the property adjoins residential uses on the west and north sides; and
WHEREAS, consideration of a conditional use permit in such areas is required to avoid
unreasonable negative impacts on adjoining residential property; and
WHEREAS, additional means are necessary to avoid those additional negative impacts; and
WHEREAS, the conditions identified as a part of an approval for the proposed Conditional Use
Permit are necessary to mitigate those impacts; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered all of the comments and the staff report,
which are incorporated by reference into the resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on December 15, 2020 on the
application and the applicant and members of the public were provided the opportunity to present
information to the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit
with the conditions noted in the Staff report and as amended by the Planning Commission, as
listed below; and
WHEREAS, the City Council makes the following findings of fact in support of the resolution
for approval:
1. The property is located in an area of commercial land use on a major collector roadway.
2. The proposed use is identified as an allowed Conditional Use in the Commercial zoning
district in which it is located.
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3. The additional impacts of the proposed use are in need of mitigation as a requirement to
meet the standards of the zoning ordinance, including compatibility with other uses in the
neighborhood.
4. With the modification to the site plan, building design, landscaping, and other
improvements identified as conditions recommended by the Planning Commission, the
proposed improvements constitute a reasonable use of the property.
5. Without those recommended conditions, the use would be incompatible with the area and
intent of the zoning ordinance regulating such uses.
6. The proposed uses, constructed and operated within the requirements of the Code and the
conditions of this resolution, will not impact surrounding property or public areas beyond
the expected impacts of permitted, compliant uses in the commercial zoning district, nor
negatively impact health, safety, or welfare of the community.
7. With the proposed conditions, the City Council finds that there is no evidence to believe
that the use will have a detrimental effect on neighboring uses or property values.
NOW THEREFORE MAY IT BE RESOVLED, that the City Council of the
City of St. Anthony Village accepts the findings and recommendations documented in the staff
report and approves Conditional Use Permit for a car wash as shown on the plans submitted on
or before November 17, 2020, at 2701 Kenzie Terrace, as revised in accordance with the
following conditions:
1. Revise the plan to shift the facility and westerly egress lane at least 5 feet to the
east as recommended by staff (see next note).
2. In this additional setback space, plant a continuous row of Spruce trees no greater
than 15 feet on center, to create and grow a buffer between the access aisle and
the adjoining multi-family residential building. Due to the proposed grade and
retaining wall, a wider space (and thus, greater shift) may be necessary to
accommodate this planting.
3. Add larger evergreen trees to the northwest corner of the site to moderate impacts
of headlights in the stacking lane.
4. Reorient the parking/access lanes in the front area to 90 degree parking angles,
and eliminate the one-way circulation patterns that add unnecessary pavement.
5. Add a solid fence line along the north boundary/alley to create a buffer between
the commercial activity and the single family neighborhood to the north, and add
landscaping in that space to enhance the visual aesthetic and reinforce the buffer.
6. Add larger evergreen stock in the northeast portion of the stacking lane area to
screen headlights from the single family properties.
7. Add a permanent canopy cover and solid side-walls to the vacuum area to buffer
noise from this area and direct any noise to the south towards Kenzie Terrace, to
mitigate noise impacts on the adjoining multi-family building. As noted above,
there is no provision for outdoor commercial uses in the zoning ordinance, and a
permanent canopy would avoid this conflict. The canopy must be consistent with
the materials of the principal building as required by City Code.
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8. Reduce parking lot light pole height to no more than 20 feet, and ensure full cut-
off hooded fixtures to reduce light spillage onto adjoining property.
9. Specify hooded, downcast wall lighting on the building to avoid any light-source
glare.
10. Compliance with the requirements of the City Engineer with regard to
engineering and construction, including utilities, stormwater, and street
improvements.
11. Hours of operation shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Passed in regular session of the City Council on the 26 day of January, 2021.
____________________________________
Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Review for Administration: ____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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SNOW PLOW EVENT PRESENTATION TO COUNCIL
Forecast
7 day forecast is checked daily
2 day forecast closer monitoring
24 hour monitoring, updates
Communicate with other local municipalities leading up to the event with input on how
to handle the event-main roads, full city, salting, etc. via group emails
Radar, newscasts
Public Notification
Public can elect to sign up for email and/or text notification of the city’s anticipated
plowing start time-allows for open communication and includes a reminder regarding
the parking ordinance
Plowing notification is also posted on the city website
Pre-Wet with Salt Brine
F-250 flatbed with 300 gallon tank and spray bar
24 hours before event arrival
23% saltwater brine solution measured with a salinity hydrometer
Mix 200 pounds of salt per 300 gallons of water
100-200 gallons per event
Plowing Main Roads
Start 30 minutes before the snow stops or at 5 am
Routes are run with the 4 single axle plow trucks in teams of 2
Routes are divided into 2 zones; 33rd Ave NE divides the north and south routes
Parking lots at City Hall, Police Dept, Fire Dept, SAV High School, and Wilshire Park
Elementary
Completion takes 2 hours
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Plowing Residential Streets, Sidewalks, and Ice Rinks
Following completion of main roads
4 single axle plow trucks-routes are divided into four quadrants of the City
2 sidewalk machines-routes are divided into 2 zones; 33rd Ave NE divides the north and
south routes
Cul-de-sacs, alleys, and short roads are cleared with 2-ton and 1-ton pickup trucks
Completion generally takes 2-3 hours
Questions
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St. Anthony Village
Snow and Ice Control
Forecast
•7 Day
•2 Day
•24 Hours
•Communicate with other local
municipalities
•Radar
•Local newscasts
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Public Notification
•The public can sign up for email and/or
text notification of when city plows will
be clearing roads
•Plowing notifications will be posted on
the website and social media
Pre-wet with Salt Brine
•F-250 flatbed pickup truck with 300 gallon tank
and spray bar
•24 hours before event
•23% saltwater brine solution
•Mix 200 pounds of salt per 300 gallons of water
•100-200 gallons per event
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Plowing Main Roads
•Begin plowing 30 minutes prior to end
of event
•Routes are run with four single axle
plow trucks in teams of two
•Currently two of the plow trucks are
equipped with salt tracking technology
•Routes are divided into two primary
zones; 33rd Ave NE divides the north and
south routes
•Parking lots at City Hall, Police
Department, Fire Department, and SAV
High School & Wilshire Park Elementary
•Completion generally takes 2 hours
Plowing Residential
Streets and Sidewalks
•Follows completion of main roads
•Four single axle plow trucks-routes
are divided into four quadrants of the
City
•Cul-de-sacs, alleys, and short roads
are cleared with 2-ton and 1-ton
pickup trucks
•Two sidewalk machines-routes are
divided into 2 zones
•Completion generally takes 2-3 hours
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Questions
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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
Meeting Date: January 26, 2021
Resolution- Approving the Hiring of Charlie Yunker as the City Manager for the City of St. Anthony
OVERVIEW:
The City of St. Anthony has completed the search of a new City Manager. Mr. Charlie Yunker was
offered the position and has accepted. Attached is a resolution and employment agreement approving
his hiring, salary and start date.
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City Employment Agreement
City of St. Anthony Village, Minnesota
Employment Agreement
AGREEMENT made this 26th day of January 2021, by and between the CITY OF ST.
ANTHONY VILLAGE, a Minnesota municipal corporation ("Employer"), and Charlie Yunker
("Employee").
The parties agree as follows:
1. POSITION. Employer agrees to employ Employee as its City Manager.
Employee agrees to serve as City Manager in accordance with state statutes, City ordinances and
the Code of Ethics of the International and Minnesota City/County Management Associations,
and to perform such other legally permissible and proper duties and functions as the City Council
shall from time to time assign.
2. PENSION PLAN. Employer shall contribute to PERA as required by State law
for Employee or an alternate pension plan, if selected by Employee, authorized by State law.
3. SALARY. Employer shall pay Employee a salary of $132,500 per year starting
January 27, 2021. Employer and Employee agree that an initial performance review will be
conducted on Employee after twelve (12) months and annually thereafter. The Employer agrees
to consider an increase in compensation to the Employee dependent upon the results of the
performance evaluation.
4. PTO. For purposes of employment benefits such as PTO, and the like, Employee
will maintain existing benefits and accrual methods credited with having completed ten years of
employment with the City upon his first day in the official capacity of City Manager.
5. HOLIDAYS. Employer shall provide Employee the same holidays as enjoyed by
other non-union employees.
6. GENERAL INSURANCE. Employer shall provide Employee the same group
hospital, medical, dental, life and disability insurance benefits as provided to all other non-union
employees.
7. DUES AND SUBSCRIPTIONS. Employer shall budget and pay the professional
dues and subscriptions for Employee which are deemed reasonable and necessary for Employee's
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continued participation in national, regional, state and local associations necessary and desirable
for Employee's continued professional participation, growth and advancement.
8. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. Employer shall budget and pay necessary
and reasonable registration, travel and subsistence expenses of Employee for professional and
official travel, meetings and occasions adequate to continue the professional development of
Employee, such as International City/County Management Association, Minnesota City/County
Management Association, and League of Minnesota Cities, and to adequately pursue necessary
official and other committees thereof which Employee serves as a member. Employee shall use
good judgment in his outside activities so he will not neglect his primary duties to the Employer.
9. CIVIC CLUB MEMBERSHIP. Employer recognizes the desirability of
representation in and before local civic and other organizations. Employee is authorized to
become a member of such civic clubs or organizations as deemed appropriate by Employee and
Employer; and at Employer's expense.
10. AUTOMOBILE. Employee shall be paid mileage expense at the federal
reimbursement rate for use of personable automobile, excluding travel between residence and
place of business.
11. GENERAL EXPENSES. Employer shall reimburse Employee reasonable
miscellaneous job-related expenses which it is anticipated Employee will incur from time to time
when provided appropriate documentation.
12. HOURS OF WORK. It is understood the position of City Manager requires
attendance at evening meetings and occasionally at weekend meetings. It is understood by
Employee that additional compensation and compensatory time shall not be allowed for such
additional expenditures of time. It is further understood that Employee may absent himself from
the office to a reasonable extent in consideration of extraordinary time expenditures for evening
and weekend meetings at other than normal working hours.
13. TERMINATION BENEFITS. In the event Employee is terminated by the
Employer during such time that Employee is willing and able to perform the duties of City
Manager, then in that event, Employer agrees to pay Employee at the time of receipt of his last
paycheck a lump sum cash payment equal to six (6) months aggregate salary and to continue to
provide and pay for the benefits set forth in paragraph 6 for a period of six (6) months following
termination. However, in the event Employee is terminated because of his malfeasance in office,
gross misconduct, conviction for a felony, or conviction for an illegal act involving personal gain
to Employee, then Employer shall have no obligation to pay the termination benefits.
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If Employer at any time during the employment term reduces the salary or other financial
benefits of Employee in a greater percentage than across-the-board reduction for all non-union
employees, or if Employer refuses, following written notice, to comply with any other provisions
of this Agreement benefiting Employee or Employee resigns following a formal suggestion by
Employer that he resign, then Employee may, at his option, be deemed to be "terminated" on the
effective date of Employee's resignation and the Employee shall also be entitled to receive the
termination benefits set forth above.
If Employee voluntarily resigns his position with Employer, Employee agrees to give the
Employer thirty (30) days advance notice. If Employee voluntarily resigns his position with
Employer, there shall be no termination pay due to Employee.
14. GENERAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT. Nothing in this Agreement
shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the right of Employer to terminate the services of
Employee at any time, for any reason, subject only to the provisions of this Agreement and
statutory requirements. Furthermore, nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise
interfere with the right of Employee to resign at any time from his position with Employer,
subject only to the provisions of this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Employer has caused this Agreement to be signed and
executed on its behalf by its Mayor and City Clerk, and Employee has signed this Agreement, in
duplicate, the day and year first written above.
EMPLOYER:
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
BY: _____________________________
Its Mayor
AND
_________________________________
Its City Clerk
EMPLOYEE:
__________________________________
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
RESOLUTION 21-018
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE HIRING OF CHARLIE YUNKER AS CITY
MANAGER FOR THE CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
WHEREAS, the City of St. Anthony entered in a contract with DDA Human Resources, Inc. to
assist in the search for a new City Manager; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Anthony has completed the process for City Manager and has selected
Charlie Yunker with the commencing salary of $132,500 annually.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of St. Anthony the
approval of Charlie Yunker as the City Manager of the City of St. Anthony effective January 26,
2021.
Adopted this 26th day of January, 2021.
_____________________________
Randy Stille, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Nicole Miller, City Clerk
Reviewed for administration: ______________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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Website Oct Nov Dec
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• NEW PROGRAMS on CTV CHANNELS (119 Total) = 121 hours of programming
• CITY MEETINGS (35 Total): 5 – St. Anthony city meetings + web streams
• NORTH SUBURBAN COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION - Live 12/3
• RAMSEY COUNTY BOARD MEETINGS: 3, [LIVE Tuesdays, Ch. 19 – 9am]
• SA/NB 282 SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS: 1, 12/1 [Live]
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•
• ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMING:
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Date Type Staff Present
February 9 Regular
Planning Commission items from January
Public Hearing-Budget Calendar and Process
2021 Planning Commission Work Plan- (motion only)
Development Agreement-Interstate
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
February 23 Regular
Administration Annual Report
Adoption of Strategic Plan
2021 Parks and Environmental Commission Work Plan- (motion only)
City Council
City Manager
March 9 Regular
Planning Commission Items from February
Liquor Annual Report
Liquor License Renewals
GreenCorp Member application-resolution
CTV Presentation
Public Works Annual Report
City Council
City Manager
Liquor Op Manager
Public Works Director
March 23 Regular
Police Annual Report
Wyland Water Challenge
2021 Street Project Call for Hearing on Improvements, Call for Hearing on Assessments,
Order Preparation of Assessments
City Council
City Manager
Police Dept
City Engineer
April 13 Regular
Planning Commission Items from March
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Fire Annual Report
Spirit of St. Anthony Award
Arbor Day Proclamation
Earth Day Proclamation
Public Hearing-Budget Calendar
City Council
City Manager
Fire Dept
Finance Director
April 27 Regular
Debt Levy Presentation-Public Hearing
2021 Street Project Public Hearing, Order Improvements, Adopt & Confirm Assessments,
Award Contract for Construction, Call for Sale of GO Bonds
Presentation from Nine North-Dana Healy
City Council
City Manager
City Engineer
May 11 Regular
Planning Commission items from April
Insurance Renewal
Tort Limits - Consent
Order 2022 Feasibility Study
Police Department Annual Report
2021 Street Project-Approve Sale of Bonds
City Council
City Manager
City Engineer
May 25 Regular
Salo Park Concert Series
Chamber of the Year and Business of the Year
Finance Annual Report
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
June 8 Regular Planning Commission Items from May City Council
City Manager
June 22 Regular Audit Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
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Date Type Staff Present
FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
July 13 Regular
Planning Commission items from June
Quarterly Donations & Grants
City Council
City Manager
July 27 Regular
Liquor Operations Mid Year Report
VillageFest Presentation
Quarterly Goals Update
Wyland Mayor's Water Challenge
Night to Unite Presentation
Night to Unite Proclamation
City Council
City Manager
Liquor Op Mgr
Police Chief
August 10 Regular Planning Commission items from July
Approve 2022 Feasibility Study and Order Plans and Specs
City Council
City Manager
August 24 Regular
Budget Presentation
Students in Leadership-Consent
SANB #282 Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
September 14 Regular
Planning Commission items from August
2022 Preliminary Operating Budget and Levy-Public Hearing
Kiwanis Peanut Day
Union Contracts
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
September 28 Regular
Fire Prevention Presentation
Spirit of St. Anthony Award
City Council
City Manager
Fire Dept
October 12 Regular
Planning Commission items from September
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Preliminary Certification of Delinquent Waste Hauler Accounts-Consent Agenda
Preliminary Certification of Delinquent Utility Accounts-Consent Agenda
Quarterly Goals Update
1st Reading Water, Sewer, & Stormwater-Public Hearing
City Council
City Manager
October 26 Regular 2nd Reading Water, Sewer, & Stormwater-Public Hearing
Approval of CIP
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
November 9 Regular
Planning Commission items from October
Authorizing polling places for 2022
Final Reading and Adoption Water, Sewer, & Stormwater
City Council
City Manager
November 23 Regular
Fire Prevention Poster Winners
Students in Government Presentation
PD Body Cam Audit
Water Conservation Poster Winners
2022 Fee Schedule
City Council
City Manager
December 14 Regular
Planning Commission items from November
Appoint Parks and Planning Commissioners and Chair/Vice Chairs
Setting Salary of City Manager
Authorizing Transfers & Closing of Specified Funds
Setting the 2022 City & HRA Budgets and Final Property Tax Levy -Public Hearing
2022 Street Project Approve Plans & Specifications, Authorize Advertisement for Bids
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
City Engineer
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Date Type Staff Present
FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
December 28 Regular City Council
City Manager
January 11 Regular
Planning Commission items from December
Housekeeping Resolutions
Resolution for the Street Improvement Bond Reimbursement
Quarterly Donations & Grants
City Council
City Manager
January 25 Regular
Public Works Snow Plowing Operations presentation
NYFS Agreement
Outside Orgs-Council
City Council
City Manager
2022
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