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CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00PM
Members of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person.
Call To Order.
Pledge Of Allegiance.
Roll Call.
Approval Of Agenda.
Proclamations And Recognitions.
Consent Agenda.
Approval Of CC Meeting Minutes
CC 10 -08 -2024.PDF
License And Permits
LICENSEANDPERMITS .PDF
Claims
10 -22 -2024.PDF
Resolution 24 -070 - Accepting Donations And Grants For Quarter 3 In 2024
RESOLUTION 24 -070.PDF
Resolution 24 -073 ICPOET Grant
ICPOET GRANT AGREEMENT.PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -073.PDF
Public Hearing.
Reports From Commission And Staff.
This Portion Of The Meeting May Be Closed Pursuant To Minnesota Statutes
Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(B) To Discuss Attorney -Client Privileged
Information Regarding A Threat Of Litigation Concerning 2401 Lowry Avenue NE
PUD Amendment - 2401 Lowry Ave NE
Steve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.
COVER MEMO 10222024.PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -063 (2).PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -069.PDF
APPLICATION AMENDMENT NARRATIVE - 7 -1 -24.PDF
SITE PLAN PROPOSED_LANDSCAPED - 7 -1 -24.PDF
TIBYAN CENTER PRESENTATION.PDF
ORIGINAL APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS.PDF
COVER MEMOS CC MTG 09242024.PDF
General Business Of Council.
Ordinance 2024 -05 - Amending Section 154.188 Of The St. Anthony City Code
Regulating Cannabis Businesses
Steve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.
COVER MEMO.PDF
ORDINANCE 2024 -05 REDLINED.PDF
ORDINANCE 2024 -05.PDF
Resolution 24 -071 - Approving Summary Publication For Ordinance 2024 -05
Charlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.
RESOLUTION 24 -071.PDF
Resolution 24 -072 - Police Contract
Charlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.
COVER MEMO.PDF
ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE POLICING CONTRACT - 102224.PDF
DRAFT CONTRACT WITH SAV 101724.PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -072.PDF
Reports From City Manager And Council Members.
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. Those unable to attend the meeting in person
may submit comments via the City's PUBLIC COMMENTS FORM .
Public Comment -2401 Lowry
PUBLIC COMMENT RESOLUTION 24 -063.PDF
Information And Announcements.
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
If you would like to request special accommodations or alternative formats, please contact the City Clerk
at 612 -782 -3314 or email city@savmn.com . People who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact us by
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Our Mission is to promote a high quality of life to those we serve through outstanding
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGECITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDATuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00PMMembers of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person. Call To Order.Pledge Of Allegiance.Roll Call.Approval Of Agenda.Proclamations And Recognitions.Consent Agenda.Approval Of CC Meeting MinutesCC 10 -08 -2024.PDFLicense And PermitsLICENSEANDPERMITS .PDFClaims10-22 -2024.PDFResolution 24 -070 - Accepting Donations And Grants For Quarter 3 In 2024RESOLUTION 24 -070.PDFResolution 24 -073 ICPOET Grant
ICPOET GRANT AGREEMENT.PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -073.PDF
Public Hearing.
Reports From Commission And Staff.
This Portion Of The Meeting May Be Closed Pursuant To Minnesota Statutes
Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(B) To Discuss Attorney -Client Privileged
Information Regarding A Threat Of Litigation Concerning 2401 Lowry Avenue NE
PUD Amendment - 2401 Lowry Ave NE
Steve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.
COVER MEMO 10222024.PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -063 (2).PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -069.PDF
APPLICATION AMENDMENT NARRATIVE - 7 -1 -24.PDF
SITE PLAN PROPOSED_LANDSCAPED - 7 -1 -24.PDF
TIBYAN CENTER PRESENTATION.PDF
ORIGINAL APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS.PDF
COVER MEMOS CC MTG 09242024.PDF
General Business Of Council.
Ordinance 2024 -05 - Amending Section 154.188 Of The St. Anthony City Code
Regulating Cannabis Businesses
Steve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.
COVER MEMO.PDF
ORDINANCE 2024 -05 REDLINED.PDF
ORDINANCE 2024 -05.PDF
Resolution 24 -071 - Approving Summary Publication For Ordinance 2024 -05
Charlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.
RESOLUTION 24 -071.PDF
Resolution 24 -072 - Police Contract
Charlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.
COVER MEMO.PDF
ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE POLICING CONTRACT - 102224.PDF
DRAFT CONTRACT WITH SAV 101724.PDF
RESOLUTION 24 -072.PDF
Reports From City Manager And Council Members.
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. Those unable to attend the meeting in person
may submit comments via the City's PUBLIC COMMENTS FORM .
Public Comment -2401 Lowry
PUBLIC COMMENT RESOLUTION 24 -063.PDF
Information And Announcements.
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
If you would like to request special accommodations or alternative formats, please contact the City Clerk
at 612 -782 -3314 or email city@savmn.com . People who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact us by
using 711 Relay.
Our Mission is to promote a high quality of life to those we serve through outstanding
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGECITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDATuesday, October 22, 2024 at 7:00PMMembers of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person. Call To Order.Pledge Of Allegiance.Roll Call.Approval Of Agenda.Proclamations And Recognitions.Consent Agenda.Approval Of CC Meeting MinutesCC 10 -08 -2024.PDFLicense And PermitsLICENSEANDPERMITS .PDFClaims10-22 -2024.PDFResolution 24 -070 - Accepting Donations And Grants For Quarter 3 In 2024RESOLUTION 24 -070.PDFResolution 24 -073 ICPOET GrantICPOET GRANT AGREEMENT.PDFRESOLUTION 24 -073.PDFPublic Hearing.Reports From Commission And Staff.This Portion Of The Meeting May Be Closed Pursuant To Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(B) To Discuss Attorney -Client Privileged Information Regarding A Threat Of Litigation Concerning 2401 Lowry Avenue NEPUD Amendment - 2401 Lowry Ave NESteve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.COVER MEMO 10222024.PDFRESOLUTION 24 -063 (2).PDFRESOLUTION 24 -069.PDFAPPLICATION AMENDMENT NARRATIVE - 7 -1 -24.PDFSITE PLAN PROPOSED_LANDSCAPED - 7 -1 -24.PDFTIBYAN CENTER PRESENTATION.PDFORIGINAL APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS.PDFCOVER MEMOS CC MTG 09242024.PDFGeneral Business Of Council.Ordinance 2024 -05 - Amending Section 154.188 Of The St. Anthony City Code Regulating Cannabis BusinessesSteve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.COVER MEMO.PDFORDINANCE 2024 -05 REDLINED.PDFORDINANCE 2024 -05.PDFResolution 24 -071 - Approving Summary Publication For Ordinance 2024 -05Charlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.RESOLUTION 24 -071.PDFResolution 24 -072 - Police ContractCharlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.COVER MEMO.PDFST. ANTHONY VILLAGE POLICING CONTRACT - 102224.PDFDRAFT CONTRACT WITH SAV 101724.PDFRESOLUTION 24 -072.PDFReports From City Manager And Council Members.
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. Those unable to attend the meeting in person
may submit comments via the City's PUBLIC COMMENTS FORM .
Public Comment -2401 Lowry
PUBLIC COMMENT RESOLUTION 24 -063.PDF
Information And Announcements.
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
If you would like to request special accommodations or alternative formats, please contact the City Clerk
at 612 -782 -3314 or email city@savmn.com . People who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact us by
using 711 Relay.
Our Mission is to promote a high quality of life to those we serve through outstanding
city services.
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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
3 OCTOBER 8, 2024
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I.5 CALL TO ORDER.
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7 Mayor Wendy Webster called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
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II.9 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
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11 Mayor Wendy Webster invited the Council and audience to join her in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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III.13 ROLL CALL.
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15 Present: Mayor Webster, Councilmembers Doolan, Elnagdy, Jenson and Randle.
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17 Absent:None.
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19 Also Present:City Manager Charlie Yunker and City Planner Steve Grittman.
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22 CONSIDERATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE
23 FOLLOWING ITEMS.
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IV.25 APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 8, 2024 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
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27 Motion by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Councilmember Randle, to approve the City
28 Council Meeting Agenda of October 8, 2024, as revised moving PUD Amendment – 2401
29 Lowry Avenue NE item to the October 22, 2024 Meeting.
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31 Motion carried 5-0.
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33 V.PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS - NONE.
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35 VI.CONSENT AGENDA.
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37 A.Approve September 24, 2024, Council Meeting Minutes.
38 B.License and Permits.
39 C.Claims.
40 D.Resolution 24-064 – Certifying Special Assessments for Delinquent Waste Hauler
41 Accounts to the 2025 Hennepin County Tax Rolls.
42 E.Resolution 24-065 – Certifying Special Assessments for Delinquent Waste Hauler
43 Accounts to the 2025 Ramsey County Tax Rolls.
44 F.Resolution 24-066 – Certifying Special Assessments for Delinquent Public Utility
45 Service Accounts to the 2025 Hennepin County Tax Rolls.
46 G.Resolution 24-067 – Certifying Special Assessments for Delinquent Public Utility
47 Service Accounts to the 2025 Ramsey County Tax Rolls.
City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
October 8, 2024
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1 H.Resolution 24-068 – Approving the Agreement with Ramsey County for the Maintenance
2 and Operation of Certain Traffic Control Signal Systems Within the City of St. Anthony
3 Village.
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5 Motion by Councilmember Randle, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve the Consent
6 Agenda items.
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8 Motion carried 5-0.
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10 VII.PUBLIC HEARING - NONE.
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12 VIII.REPORTS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF.
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A.14 Ordinance 2024-05 – Amending Section 154.188 of the St. Anthony City Code
15 Regulating Cannabis Businesses – 2nd Reading.
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17 City Planner Steve Grittman reviewed the City Council considered the initial draft of a cannabis
18 regulation ordinance as a first reading on September 10, 2024. At that first reading, the Council
19 discussed a number of alternatives that, under the legislation, the City has some discretion to
20 consider. The discussion resulted in the following edits to the first reading, which are now
21 reflected in the draft ordinance. These updates are summarized as follows:
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23 Subp. (H): The language was edited to select the option to waive a re-registration fee for licensed
24 cannabis businesses that are moving from one legal location in the City to another legal location.
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26 Subp (L): Although not discussed in detail, staff updated this language to improve the method of
27 measurement for the prescribed buffer distances between cannabis facilities and affected land
28 uses.
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30 Subp (N): Language was inserted to specify that the City would permit hours of operation at the
31 State law’s maximum hours, as the consensus of the City Council was to leave this language as
32 written from the law, although several other options were tested in discussion.
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34 Subp (P)(1)(d)5: This highlight does not reflect a change from prior language but confirms the
35 Councils direction that Cannabis Events would have to abide by the same locational
36 requirements as “brick and mortar” stores for purposes of zoning and buffers from other uses.
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38 Subp (P)(2): The Council discussed issues of enforcement and the likely nature of Temporary
39 Cannabis Events and suggested that while smoking of products could be a nuisance, other
40 ingestible products such as edibles or infused beverages would not carry the same threat of
41 nuisance. As such, the language prohibits “smoking” of cannabis products at a licensed event.
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43 Subp (3): An internal City Code reference is added here.
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45 Subp(P)(5) and (6): The Council agreed that these optional limitations on Cannabis Event
46 locations or hours were not necessary given other restrictions in the City’s regulations.
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2 Council observed the use of the terms “license” and “registration” often coupled with process or
3 fee requirements throughout the ordinance. In rechecking the draft ordinance, the “license” term
4 is intended to be used in the context of the State’s licensing function for business enterprises
5 through the Office of Cannabis Management, while the “registration” term is the local City-level
6 review. Fees for the City’s licensing role are capped in the statute.
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8 It is expected that OCM will provide a “pre-application” process to potential licensees, who will
9 then be tasked with seeking local registration approval. The city’s registration will be comprised
10 primarily of checking zoning compliance with the requirements imposed in this ordinance, as
11 well as confirmation that building and fire codes will be reviewed for compliance. The City will
12 have 30 days to report back to OCM on approval or denial of a local registration request, along
13 with the reasons for any denial. OCM will then complete the licensing process with the
14 applicant.
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16 Council is requested to reviewed and approve the draft ordinance regulating cannabis business as
17 a second reading. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the general regulations
18 with comment, and the City Council incorporated many of those comments in its discussion of
19 the first reading. With any further requested edits of the various sections, staff requests approval
20 of the second reading of this ordinance.
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22 Councilmember Elnagdy referred to Subp L asked about measurement and Mr. Grittman stated it
23 would be measured door to door on public property. She referred to Subp I edit there is #1 and
24 then #3. She asked about the events and permits and whether an applicant can reapply for a
25 cannabis event if it is denied and does not meet the requirements. Mr. Grittman stated the
26 Council would decide if the application could be edited or if they would need to start the
27 application over.
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29 Mayor Webster stated we currently have an event application and would cannabis events be part
30 of that. Staff would work with the applicant to make sure the application is complete prior to it
31 coming to City Council.
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33 Councilmember Doolan referred to Subp L asking about the distance and whether that is only
34 within St. Anthony. Mr. Grittman stated the buffers are within our City limits. Councilmember
35 Doolan asked about number 3 page 45 of packet. She asked if taprooms are allowed only in
36 Industrial zoning. Mr. Grittman stated retail uses would not be allowed in an industrial district.
37 The brewer/taprooms are allowed in the commercial zoning. Councilmember Doolan referred to
38 the infused products and are those allowed in a liquor or tobacco license. Mr. Grittman stated it
39 is the same product under the hemp/thc statute and the City adopted. The State has now changed
40 the language, and they are now called low potency products. A liquor or tobacco license are
41 required to sell the infused products. Mayor Webster stated they would have to get their license
42 through the State.
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44 Mayor Webster stated the next step is to bring a third reading to Council for consideration and
45 this would be the final reading with some additional edits.
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October 8, 2024
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2 Motion by Councilmember Elnagdy, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve Second
3 Reading of Ordinance 2024-05 – Amending Section 154.188 of the St. Anthony City Code
4 Regulating Cannabis Businesses.
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6 Motion carried4-1(Randle).
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8 IX.GENERAL BUSINESS OF COUNCIL.
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A.10 PUD Amendment – 2401 Lowry Avenue NE.
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12 This item has been moved to the October 22, 2024, City Council Meeting Agenda.
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B.14 Captive Energy Solutions Tune Energy Saving Equipment.
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16 City Manager Yunker reviewed in the latter part of 2023, information was given to staff
17 regarding energy-saving equipment that may be of benefit to the City in reducing consumption
18 and costs. It is a passive filter that is installed on electric panels to reduce the harmonics of the
19 electrical system to reduce the amount of energy needed, and the wear and tear on equipment.
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21 Being that this is new and somewhat untested technology, staff agreed to perform a test at no
22 cost to the City and chose the Silver Lake Village Liquor Store for the test site. Energy savings
23 were identified, and the results were analyzed by Captive Energy Solutions. The results are
24 summarized in the presentation, and results from another City are also included to demonstrate
25 the consistent results in other facilities.
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27 The cost of the equipment is about $1,500 - $1,800 per electrical panel, depending on the type of
28 panel. The City has 41 electrical panels throughout the various facilities. This is a relatively low-
29 cost approach for furthering the City’s efforts to reduce energy consumption and presents no
30 operational risk for downtime from an equipment failure given the manner of installation.
31 There is a familial relationship between the company and a City Council member. Therefore,
32 staff considered it necessary that this be brought to a meeting for disclosure before purchasing
33 any equipment.
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35 A representative from Captive Energy Solutions appeared before the Council. He reviewed the
36 Tune Energy Saving Equipment. He reviewed the results of the Pilot test at the Silver Lake
37 Village Liquor Store. The Pilot was a success. A PowerPoint presentation was provided for
38 Council review summarizing what Tune offers. The data collected from the utility bill provided
39 for the St. Anthony Wine & Spirits located tested for January, February, and March was
40 $1,674.12. They averaged 25% of savings. It was noted there is a conflict of interest with a
41 Councilmember for this equipment which is why it is brought to Council for consideration.
42 Councilmember Jenson stated he will not vote on this matter. There are two different products
43 Tune Light and Tune Commercial.
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45 Councilmember Elnagdy asked if the Liquor Store tested the Tune Commercial and Mr. Jenson
46 stated they were the 480 panels. The typical payback is a 10-18 month period.
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2 Councilmember Doolan stated the product looks great and would be an affordable way to get
3 some energy savings. For the 41 panels the City can look at which buildings have the greatest
4 draw. She asked if there is any performance difference when the panels are subject to outside
5 conditions. Mr. Jenson does not believe there is any difference. Councilmember Doolan asked if
6 they have experience putting these panels into homes. Mr. Jenson stated it would work great in a
7 home but the payback period is longer. Solar panels will convert from DC to AC.
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9 Mayor Webster stated it was helpful to see the results of the Test at the Liquor Store. She asked
10 if the liquor stores have gas or electric heat. Mr. Jenson stated the heat is gas. Mr. Yunker stated
11 Staff has not determined if 41 panels would be ordered. The purpose of the motion is to address
12 the conflict of interest with a Councilmember.
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14 Councilmember Doolan asked if there are competitive products and how this device compares to
15 the competitors. Mr. Jenson stated other devices operate with a harmonic filter. This solution is
16 different from any other products.
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18 Councilmember Randle stated this does not feel right for him with the conflict of interest.
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20 Councilmember Doolan stated in looking at the tool this is a very inexpensive simple tool that
21 will not cost the City a lot of money.
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23 Councilmember Elnagdy agreed with Councilmember Doolan.
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25 Motion by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Councilmember Elnagdy, to approve Staff
26 proceeding with the purchase of equipment from Captive Energy Solutions for Tune Energy
27 Saving Equipment for City facilities.
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29 Motion carried 3-1(Randle) – 1(Jenson abstained).
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31 X.REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCIL MEMBERS.
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33 City Manager Yunker stated the Fix-It Clinic will be held October 12, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at
34 City Hall. Applications are open to serve on Commissions and the deadline to apply is November
35 12, 2024.
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37 Councilmember Randle had no report.
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39 Councilmember Doolan stated on September 26 she attended the Minnesota Cities Climate
40 Coalition. On September 29 she attended a League of Women Voters Registration Event. On
41 September 30 she attended the candidate forum for MN Rep 39B. She attended the Fire
42 Department Open House last Saturday. She attended the Senior Luncheon on October 7, 2024.
43 On October 7 she also attended the Unstoppable Us book review at the library.
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45 Councilmember Jenson stated on September 25, he attended a board of directors meeting for
46 Northeast Youth and Family Services.
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2 Councilmember Elnagdy stated this Thursday she and Councilmember Doolan will be attending
3 a Girl Scout Troop Meeting.
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5 Mayor Webster stated on September 13, she prepared a letter for the group that went to Salo. On
6 October 1 she and City Manager Yunker attended a meeting hosted by Congresswoman Omar.
7 On October 2, she was interviewed by Skylar a student that lives in St. Anthony. She also
8 attended the Fire Department Open House on October 5.
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10 XI.COMMUNITY FORUM – NONE.
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12 XII.INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
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14 Councilmember Doolan stated on October 9, the Village Gardeners will be hosting an event on
15 how to grow big pumpkins. On October 23, from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Village Pub the Chamber of
16 Commerce will be holding a Networking Event.
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18 Mayor Webster announced a long-term resident and owner of Tracy Printer, Joe Mezzenga,
19 passed away.
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21 XIII. ADJOURNMENT.
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23 Mayor Webster adjourned the meeting at 8:12 p.m.
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26 Respectfully submitted,
27 Debbie Wolfe
28 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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30 Mayor
31 ATTEST:
32 City Clerk
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Saint Anthony Village
DATE: October 22, 2024 Approved:
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: License Clerk
ITEM: License and Permits for Approval:
General Contractors License
Mill City Concrete and Masonry Inc. Minneapolis, MN
Mechanical Contractors License
Michels Utility Services, Inc. Brownsville, WI
Residential Rental Licenses
Applicant:Eugene Tomas
Location:4029 Penrod Ln NE
Applicant:Marty Morgan
Location:4104/4106 Silver Lake Rd. NE
Special Event Beer Permit
Applicant: Thomas Brever/Kiwanis
Location:Community Center
City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 1
Check Issue Dates: 10/9/2024 - 10/22/2024 Oct 17, 2024 11:56AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Issue Date Amount
11792 INTERNATIONAL UNION LOCAL #49 10/11/2024 420.00
11793 LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES 10/11/2024 1,128.00
10002 LOCAL UNION IAFF #3486 10/11/2024 400.08
10710 MISSION SQUARE 10/11/2024 1,290.00
2048 4815 EXCELSIOR LLC 10/22/2024 1,190.00
1118 56 BREWING 10/22/2024 964.00
10039 AIRGAS USA LLC 10/22/2024 128.51
1100 ARTISIAN BEER COMPANY 10/22/2024 8,980.25
12180 ARVIG CONSTRUCTION 10/22/2024 357.78
10115 ASPEN MILLS 10/22/2024 365.87
13414 ASSA ABLOY ENTRANCE SYSTEMS US INC. 10/22/2024 531.16
12881 BEAUDRY OIL & PROPANE 10/22/2024 6,208.62
1013 BELLBOY CORPORATION 10/22/2024 2,800.50
1014 BELLBOY CORPORATION 10/22/2024 35.55
13413 BELLINGER, THERESA 10/22/2024 101.00
10175 BLAINE LOCK & SAFE INC. 10/22/2024 129.00
10185 BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC 10/22/2024 118.57
13092 BOYER FORD TRUCKS INC 10/22/2024 35,000.00
10191 BRAZIL, KIM 10/22/2024 109.27
1018 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MINNESOTA BEER LLC 10/22/2024 19,586.60
1011 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WINE & SPIRITS LL 10/22/2024 20,304.59
1009 BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN WINE & SPIRITS LL 10/22/2024 1,374.45
2014 BROKEN CLOCK BREWING 10/22/2024 465.00
10218 BUREAU OF CRIM. APPREHENSION 10/22/2024 2,040.00
1017 CAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES 10/22/2024 20,424.58
10252 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 10/22/2024 1,742.86
10263 CENTURYLINK 10/22/2024 839.33
10276 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 10/22/2024 80.09
10290 CITY OF NEW BRIGHTON 10/22/2024 165.00
1010 CLEAR RIVER BEVERAGE COMPANY 10/22/2024 1,802.95
13121 CLEARWAY COMMUNITY SOLAR LLC 10/22/2024 1,093.27
1042 CRYSTAL SPRINGS ICE 10/22/2024 536.56
10375 DALCO 10/22/2024 439.09
2049 Dangerous Man Brewing Co. 10/22/2024 693.26
12209 DASH MEDICAL GLOVES 10/22/2024 152.84
10461 EHLERS & ASSOCIATES, INC. 10/22/2024 1,296.25
10473 EMERGENCY APPARATUS 10/22/2024 366.88
2036 FALLING KNIFE BREWING CO 10/22/2024 1,334.00
10526 FLEETPRIDE 10/22/2024 266.03
13177 FRA-DOR INC 10/22/2024 78.14
13412 GERALD MAGEE 10/22/2024 92.25
1021 GREAT LAKES COCA COLA 10/22/2024 677.37
10601 GROVE NURSERY 10/22/2024 554.00
10624 HAWKINS INC 10/22/2024 40.00
10652 HENNEPIN COUNTY ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE 10/22/2024 450.00
10661 HENNEPIN COUNTY TREASURER 10/22/2024 3,785.87
12711 HENNEPIN HEALTHCARE 10/22/2024 2,372.50
1019 HOHENSTEIN'S INC 10/22/2024 12,229.90
10684 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES 10/22/2024 508.32
2013 INBOUND BREWCO 10/22/2024 573.83
2044 INSIGHT BREWING COMPANY 10/22/2024 3,503.77
10733 INSTRUMENTAL RESEARCH, INC. 10/22/2024 120.00
12105 INTERSTATE ALL BATTERY CENTER 10/22/2024 407.90
City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 2
Check Issue Dates: 10/9/2024 - 10/22/2024 Oct 17, 2024 11:56AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Issue Date Amount
13411 IVAN'S TREE SERVICE LLC 10/22/2024 16,000.00
13052 JEFF BELZER'S ROSEVILLE 10/22/2024 317.25
1102 JOHNSON BROTHERS 10/22/2024 5,588.30
1004 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 10/22/2024 3,340.97
1005 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 10/22/2024 3,696.90
1006 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 10/22/2024 49,913.21
1044 JOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR COMPANY 10/22/2024 14,396.90
10797 KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS 10/22/2024 108.33
10806 L.T.G. POWER EQUIPMENT 10/22/2024 53.27
12894 LEAST SERVICE COUNSELING LLC 10/22/2024 180.00
2045 LIBATION PROJECT 10/22/2024 725.92
2010 LUPULIN BREWING 10/22/2024 2,371.45
13255 MARTIN MARIETTA MATERIALS INC 10/22/2024 232.71
1125 MAVERICK (NEGOCE) 10/22/2024 101.32
2029 MEGA BEER 10/22/2024 409.75
10916 MENARDS LUMBER 10/22/2024 17.62
12940 MINNEHAHA BLDG MAINTENANCE 10/22/2024 76.95
10989 MINNESOTA HIGHWAY SAFETY AND 10/22/2024 645.00
13169 MNL 10/22/2024 3,200.00
13162 MNSPECT LLC 10/22/2024 9,552.49
11079 MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY SERVICES 10/22/2024 8,247.17
11085 MURPHY'S SERVICE CENTER 10/22/2024 18.28
1051 NEW FRANCE WINE COMPANY 10/22/2024 788.50
13060 NINENORTH 10/22/2024 1,020.20
13107 NORMS TIRE SALES 10/22/2024 2,573.68
13126 NORTH STAR CAR WASH 10/22/2024 260.00
2052 NOTHING BUT HEMP LLC 10/22/2024 389.00
13210 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC 10/22/2024 53.88
13316 OERTEL ARCHITECTS 10/22/2024 1,982.50
2038 OLIPHANT BREWING 10/22/2024 470.00
12779 OPTION ONE MECHANICAL LLC 10/22/2024 12,484.50
12112 OREILLY AUTO PARTS 10/22/2024 29.43
1012 PAUSTIS & SONS 10/22/2024 1,499.25
1001 PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 10/22/2024 5,268.65
1002 PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS 10/22/2024 13,163.80
2019 PRYES BREWING COMPANY 10/22/2024 1,259.75
12740 RAK CONSTRUCTION INC 10/22/2024 21,427.20
11302 RAMSEY COUNTY FINANCE 10/22/2024 8,827.30
1062 RED BULL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY 10/22/2024 378.92
2047 RUE 38 LLC 10/22/2024 381.50
2018 SMALL LOT WINES 10/22/2024 399.00
1024 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 10/22/2024 3,161.60
1008 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 10/22/2024 2,767.09
1026 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 10/22/2024 16,103.77
1036 SOUTHERN GLAZER'S OF MN 10/22/2024 818.96
2001 STEEL TOE BREWING 10/22/2024 620.00
11502 STREICHERS 10/22/2024 2,043.89
12123 SUMMIT COMPANIES 10/22/2024 877.80
13381 SUPERIOR SAND AND GRAVEL, INC. 10/22/2024 25.00
11568 TITAN MACHINERY 10/22/2024 462.00
12702 TOKLE INSPECTIONS INC 10/22/2024 1,729.04
11586 TRACY PRINTING 10/22/2024 3,512.00
11626 U.S. BANK (PURCHASING CARD) 10/22/2024 8,886.32
City of St Anthony Village CITY OF ST ANTHONY CHECK REGISTER Page: 3
Check Issue Dates: 10/9/2024 - 10/22/2024 Oct 17, 2024 11:56AM
Vendor Number Payee Check Issue Date Amount
13407 UNIVERSAL SERVICES TELECOMMUNICATIONS 10/22/2024 2,000.00
2007 URBAN GROWLER 10/22/2024 837.75
12163 VAN PAPER COMPANY 10/22/2024 655.02
2023 VENN BREWING CO 10/22/2024 834.00
11674 VERIZON WIRELESS 10/22/2024 378.27
1025 VINOCOPIA 10/22/2024 588.00
1034 WINE COMPANY THE 10/22/2024 1,637.00
1038 WINE MERCHANTS INC 10/22/2024 1,662.44
1032 WINEBOW 10/22/2024 296.50
Grand Totals: 402,402.94
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 24-070
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANTS AND DONATIONS RECEIVED
WHEREAS,the City of St. Anthony is required to accept all grants and donations by resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Anthony has received the following grants and donations in the 3rd quarter
of 2024:
MN State Grants- Fire/Officer Disability $2,077.88
MN Fire Training $4,591.63
MN Fire Training $6,810.50
St. Paul TZD 2nd Quarter- Additional $ 11,401.67
Hennepin County SCORE Recycling Grant 1st Payment $ 5,789.43
Total $ 30,671.11
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of St. Anthony Village
hereby accepts the grants and donations as received in the 3rd quarter of 2024.
Adopted this 22nd day of October, 2024.
_________________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:___________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _______________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
Grant Contract Agreement Page 1 of 2
DPS Grant Contract Agreement Non-State (rev. March 2024)
Minnesota Department of Public Safety (“State”)
Office of Justice Programs
445 Minnesota Street, Suite 2300
St. Paul, MN 55101-2139
Grant Program:
Intensive Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and
Training 2025
Grant Contract Agreement No.:
A-ICPOE-2025-STANTHPD-022
Grantee:
City of St. Anthony, Police Department
3301 Silver Lake Road
St. Anthony, Minnesota 55418
Grant Contract Agreement Term:
Effective Date: 12/1/2024
Expiration Date: 9/30/2025
Grantee’s Authorized Representative:
Jeff Spiess, Chief of Police
City of St. Anthony, Police Department
3301 Silver Lake Road
St. Anthony, Minnesota 55418
(612) 782-3370
jeff.spiess@savmn.com
Grant Contract Agreement Amount:
Original Agreement $50,000.00
Matching Requirement $0.00
State’s Authorized Representative:
Kristin Lail, Grants Specialist Coordinator
Office of Justice Programs
445 Minnesota Street, Suite 2300
St. Paul, MN 55101-2139
(651) 230-3358
Kristin.lail@state.mn.us
Federal Funding: CFDA/ALN: None
FAIN: N/A
State Funding: Minnesota Session Laws of 2023,
Chapter 52, Article 2, Section 3, Subdivision 8.
Special Conditions: None
Under Minn. Stat. § 299A.01, Subd 2 (4) the State is empowered to enter into this grant contract agreement.
Term: Per Minn. Stat.§16B.98, Subd. 5, the Grantee must not begin work until this grant contract agreement is
fully executed and the State's Authorized Representative has notified the Grantee that work may commence. Per
Minn.Stat.§16B.98 Subd. 7, no payments will be made to the Grantee until this grant contract agreement is fully
executed. Once this grant contract agreement is fully executed, the Grantee may claim reimbursement for
expenditures incurred pursuant to the Payment clause of this grant contract agreement. Reimbursements will only
be made for those expenditures made according to the terms of this grant contract agreement. Expiration date is
the date shown above or until all obligations have been satisfactorily fulfilled, whichever occurs first.
The Grantee, who is not a state employee, will:
Perform and accomplish such purposes and activities as specified herein and in the Grantee’s approved Intensive
Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and Training 2025 Application [“Application”] which is incorporated by
reference into this grant contract agreement and on file with the State at 445 Minnesota Street, Suite 2300, St.
Paul, Minnesota 55101-2139. The Grantee shall also comply with all requirements referenced in the Intensive
Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and Training 2025 Guidelines and Application which includes the Terms
and Conditions and Grant Program Guidelines (https://app.dps.mn.gov/EGrants), which are incorporated by
reference into this grant contract agreement.
Budget Revisions: The breakdown of costs of the Grantee’s Budget is contained in Exhibit A, which is attached
and incorporated into this grant contract agreement. As stated in the Grantee’s Application and Grant Program
Guidelines, the Grantee will submit a written change request for any substitution of budget items or any deviation
and in accordance with the Grant Program Guidelines. Requests must be approved prior to any expenditure by
the Grantee.
Matching Requirements: (If applicable.) As stated in the Grantee’s Application, the Grantee certifies that the
matching requirement will be met by the Grantee.
Grant Contract Agreement Page 2 of 2
DPS Grant Contract Agreement Non-State (rev. March 2024)
Payment: As stated in the Grantee’s Application and Grant Program Guidance, the State will promptly pay the
Grantee after the Grantee presents an invoice for the services actually performed and the State's Authorized
Representative accepts the invoiced services and in accordance with the Grant Program Guidelines. Payment will
not be made if the Grantee has not satisfied reporting requirements.
Certification Regarding Lobbying: (If applicable.) Grantees receiving federal funds over $100,000.00 must
complete and return the Certification Regarding Lobbying form provided by the State to the Grantee.
1. ENCUMBRANCE VERIFICATION 3. STATE AGENCY
Individual certifies that funds have been encumbered as
required by Minn. Stat. § 16A.15. Signed: _____________________________________________
(with delegated authority)
Signed: _____________________________________________ Title: ______________________________________________
Date: _______________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________________
Grant Contract Agreement No./ P.O. No. A-ICPOE-2025-STANTHPD-022 / 3-98934
Project No.(indicate N/A if not applicable): __N/A________
2. GRANTEE
The Grantee certifies that the appropriate person(s)
have executed the grant contract agreement on behalf of the Grantee
as required by applicable articles, bylaws, resolutions, or ordinances.
Signed: _____________________________________________
Print Name: __________________________________________
Title: _______________________________________________
Date: _______________________________________________
Signed: ______________________________________________
Print Name: __________________________________________
Title: ________________________________________________
Date: ________________________________________________
Signed: ______________________________________________
Print Name: __________________________________________
Distribution: DPS/FAS
Title: ________________________________________________ Grantee State’s Authorized Representative
Date: ________________________________________________
Intensive Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and Training 2025 EXHIBIT A
Organization: St. Anthony Police Department A-ICPOE-2025-STANTHPD-022
Budget Summary
ICPOE: St. Anthony Police Department College Transition
Recruitment Project
Budget Category Award
Payroll Taxes and Fringe
Salary and Fringe $25,000.00
Total $25,000.00
Program Expenses
Tuition and Related Supplies $25,000.00
Total $25,000.00
Total $50,000.00
Page 1 of 110/11/2024
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 24-073
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION FOR
THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY’S INTENSIVE COMPREHENSIVE
PEACE OFFICER EDUCATION AND TRAINING (ICPOET) PROGRAM GRANT
WHEREAS,the Minnesota Department of Public Safety developed a plan to address the critical
shortage of peace officers in the state by funding grants to recruit, educate and train
qualified college graduates to become license-eligible peace officers; and
WHEREAS,law enforcement agencies could apply for a reimbursement grant up to $50,000 per
eligible candidate; and
WHEREAS,the St. Anthony Village Police Department applied for the ICPOET grant and was
awarded $50,000; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of St. Anthony Village that:
The City Council hereby authorizes the Police Chief to execute the Minnesota’s Department of
Public Safety’s Intensive Comprehensive Peace Officer Education and Training grant on behalf
of the City of St. Anthony Village.
Adopted this 22nd day of October, 2024.
_____________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
Reviewed for administration:______________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
MEMORANDUM
To:Mayor Webster and St. Anthony Village City Council
From:Stephen Grittman, City Planner
Date:October 16, 2024
Meeting Date:October 22, 2024
RE:St. Anthony – 2401 Lowry Ave. NE PUD Amendment
GC Project No.140.01 – 24.05
PROJECT UPDATE
This memorandum forwards supplemental materials regarding the requested PUD Amendment
at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE. The City Council initially heard this item on its regular agenda at the
Council meeting of September 24, 2024. Per the discussion at that meeting, Council directed
staff to prepare an alternative resolution to that provided with the initial staff report.
The item was eventually rescheduled for consideration at the City Council’s meeting of October
22, 2024. Attached to this memo is a copy of the original resolution which would support a
decision for approval of the proposed PUD amendment. Also now attached is an alternative
resolution supporting a decision for denial of the amendment. Each of the resolutions includes
separate sets of proposed findings of fact that the Council may adopt on which to base their
decision for approval or denial, respectively.
PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION
The Council may take one of the following actions:
1.Motion to adopt Resolution 24-063 approving the amendment to the Kenzie Terrace
PUD at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE, based on the finding in that resolution and incorporating
the conditions of approval as required by said resolution, and as may be modified in
accordance with the final Council action on the motion.
2.Motion to adopt Resolution 24-069 denying the amendment to the Kenzie Terrace PUD
at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE, based on the findings in said resolution , and as may be
modified in accordance with the final Council action on the motion.
October 22, 2024
Page 2
3.Motion to table action on the proposed resolutions for amendment to the Kenzie
Terrace PUD at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE, based on the Council’s request for additional
information from staff or from the applicant. Staff notes that any extension of this item
beyond October 27, 2024 would raise a conflict with the statutory time to consider
zoning requests, limited to 120 total days. To table the item beyond October 27 would
require the written agreement of the applicant waiving the City’s statutory time for
decision, and as expressed by the applicant on the record at the October 22 meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A:Resolution No. 24-063, Approval
Exhibit B:Resolution No. 24-069, Denial
Exhibit C:Application Amendment Narrative – 7/1/24
Exhibit D:Amendment Site/Landscape Plan – 7/1/24
Exhibit E:Applicant Powerpoint Presentation – 8/20/24
Exhibit F:Original Application and Supporting Material
Exhibit G:Council Packet Materials from 9/24/24
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 24-063
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A REQUEST FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE PUD
ZONING DISTRICT FOR CHANGES TO THE USES AND DEVELOPMENT PLANS
IN THE KENZIE TERRACE PUD OVERLAY DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the City of St. Anthony Village received a request from the applicant and owner of
2401 Lowry Ave NE for an amendment to the subject PUD approvals on said property related to
uses including religious assembly, community youth center, administrative and commercial
office space, and other related uses; and
WHEREAS, the property consists of approximately 1.9 acres and is located in the Kenzie
Terrace PUD Overlay zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is currently occupied by a vacant bank building and paved
parking area; and
WHEREAS, the proposed uses and facilities are allowed by the R-4 Zoning District which is
incorporated into the Kenzie Terrace PUD District as the underlying zoning; and
WHEREAS, consideration of a PUD amendment in such areas is required to avoid unreasonable
negative impacts on adjoining properties, on the public rights of way, and on the requirements of
the applicable zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the conditions identified as a part of an approval for the proposed PUD amendment
are necessary to ensure full compliance with the St. Anthony Village zoning ordinance and other
public safety needs; 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 August 20th, 2024 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 PUD Amendment with
the conditions noted in the Staff report, and with the recommended staff conditions, are as listed
below; and
WHEREAS, the City Council makes the following findings of fact in support of the resolution
for approval:
1.The land use plan chapter of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan identifies the site for
Commercial Uses.
2.The 2040 Comprehensive Plan includes a variety of mixed use opportunities on
Commercial property.
3.The current Kenzie Terrace PUD District references the R-4 District for alternatives to
the approved PUD plans.
4.The R-4 District includes religious assembly uses as an allowed use, and by extension,
these uses are allowable in the Kenzie Terrace PUD District.
5.The proposed use is a reasonable adaptive re-use of an existing vacant building and
property.
6.Religious Assembly uses are commonly found in residential areas of the City, similar to
the mixed residential neighborhoods near the proposed site.
7.The site is located on major roadways supporting traffic volumes generated by the
property.
8.The applicants have expressed an interest in making the facility and site an asset to the
community at large, similar to other faith communities in the City.
9.The applicant’s proposal provides an important service to the community at large,
including the occasional availability of the site and its amenities for community use, and
justifies the departure from the original PUD goals.
10.The applicant has expressed agreement with the conditions herein as conditions of the
PUD zoning and site development goals.
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 as identified herein, and as shown on the plans and narratives submitted in support of
the amendment at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE in accordance with the following conditions:
1.Provide information on staffing during religious services in the multi-purpose room, and
scale the capacity of the assembly to match the remaining available parking on the site, at
the rate of 2.5 persons per parking space.
2.Provide an interior floor plan schematic that shows the planned multi-purpose space, and
how assembly capacity will be controlled to meet the maximum imposed by the parking
supply. The enhanced plan shall be submitted to the City by October 31
3.Close the westerly of the two access driveways to Kenzie Terrace, and add green space
and landscaping, including extension/replacement of the existing sidewalk along Kenzie
Terrace, to replace the driveway removal. The implementation of this condition shall
include a temporary barrier closing this driveway through the winter season of 2024-
2025, and construction of permanent improvements within a reasonable timeframe as
required by Hennepin County, including replacement of green space, but with installation
of all improvements no later than June 1, 2025.
4.Provide a more detailed landscaping plan that identifies the proposed planting materials
in the illustrated green spaces on the site, as well as the existing green spaces at the
perimeter of the site, including a maintenance plan for improving those overgrown areas.
The applicants shall submit a plan addressing both maintenance and new installation for
City approval by October 29, 2024 including an estimate of the cost of implementation
and a financial security to cover implementation. Landscaping required by this condition
shall be installed no later than September 1, 2025.
5. Provide complete information on the outdoor play area, including surfacing, amenities or
structures in the play area, and method of separation from the adjacent driveway (fencing,
etc.). The applicants may phase in the construction of this play area and its related
improvements including plans and construction (such as landscaping and pavement) over
a period of 2 years, to be constructed by Nov. 1 2026.
6.Preparation of a traffic and parking impact assessment, identifying the peak capacity of
the site during busy periods, and how the site would accommodate both traffic
distribution and parking needs. This assessment needs to incorporate the requirements of
Hennepin County related to changes to use and access to Kenzie Terrace, a County
jurisdiction roadway.
7.Information documenting environmental conditions on the property, and how the
applicants propose to address those conditions given the proposes uses and changes to the
site and/or building. The three recommendations made by the applicant’s environmental
consultant (Stantec) in its report and investigation dated September 18, 2024, are
incorporated into this requirement. Continued monitoring of interior and or exterior
environmental conditions is required to verify compliance with the terms of this condition
until the conditions are resolved, including any requirements of the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency (MPCA) Response Action Plan for the site. All correspondence in this
regard is to be shared with the City.
8.The applicant enters into a development agreement with the City incorporating these
conditions, and where appropriate, financially securing the implementation of the use and
related improvements. Said improvements may be phased in over time according to these
conditions, as well as a schedule to be made a part of the agreement. This agreement, or
a memorandum thereof, will be recorded against the subject property.
Passed in regular session of the City Council on the 22nd day of October, 2024.
_________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
Review for Administration: _________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 24-069
A RESOLUTION DENYING A REQUEST FOR AN AMENDMENT
TO THE PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ZONING DISTRICT
FOR CHANGES TO THE USES AND DEVELOPMENT PLANS IN
THE KENZIE TERRACE PUD OVERLAY DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the property at 2401 Lowry Ave NE consists of approximately 1.9 acres and is
located in the Kenzie Terrace PUD Overlay zoning district; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is currently occupied by a vacant bank building and paved
parking area; and
WHEREAS, the Kenzie Terrace PUD Zoning District was established on the property by
Ordinance 2024-04 on October 26, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Kenzie Terrace PUD District established the approved land use as a 76 unit
multi-family housing project, replacing and redeveloping the existing building and other site
improvements; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Anthony Village received a request from the applicant and owner of
2401 Lowry Ave NE, on behalf of the Tibyan Center, for an amendment to the subject PUD
approvals on said property deleting the housing and site improvements as approved, and
replacing those improvements with uses including religious assembly, community youth center,
administrative and commercial office space, and other related uses; and
WHEREAS, under the terms of the applicable zoning district, consideration of a PUD
amendment is required to accommodate any substantive changes to the approved land use and
site development plans; and
WHEREAS, the applicant’s proposed land uses and site development plans constitute
substantive changes; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 20th, 2024 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 PUD Amendment with a
series of conditions deemed necessary to mitigate various issues and concerns related to the use
and development of the property as proposed by the applicant; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered all of the application materials, as well as the staff
report(s), public hearing comments, and other related documents which are incorporated by
reference into this resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of St. Anthony Village in consideration of the competing goals
and priorities of the City’s Comprehensive Plan, makes the following findings of fact in support
of this resolution for denial of the amendment to the Kenzie Terrace PUD Zoning District:
1.The multi-site PUD (the Kenzie Terrace Planned Unit Development District) approved
for the site incorporated City property that anticipates a residential component for
development on the subject property.
2.The City’s participation in the PUD involved a sale of city-owned land, providing area
for Bremer Bank’s relocation that was motivated in large part by the opportunity to
achieve the City’s goal of expanding affordable housing development in the community.
3.The City-owned land provided for Bremer Bank’s relocation had been held by the City
for several years with the expectation that it would be utilized for affordable housing
when the proper project became feasible.
4.The prior Bremer Bank location, at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE (the subject of this application)
is known to have residual environmental pollution from prior land uses on the property.
5.The development of a new affordable housing project as currently authorized on the
subject property will address both an affordable housing goal, as well as a significant
environmental cleanup, consistent with the City’s commitments to a wide range of
housing opportunity, together with goals for sustainability and environmental
stewardship. Examples of relevant housing policies from the Comprehensive Plan
include the following:
A.Explore the potential for affordable housing development at the city-owned
site on Kenzie Terrace (former bowling alley site).
B.Utilize available financing techniques to encourage multi-family housing
developments to include a component of affordable housing.
C.Plan for the re-development of underutilized commercial properties,
especially those on higher volume streets and transit routes, for higher density,
multi-family and senior housing.
D.Evaluate the appropriateness for ordinances that encourage alternative and
affordable housing options like accessory dwelling units and smaller
apartment units.
E.Utilize the Planned Unit Development re-zoning as a tool at key locations to
promote market flexibility, integrated land uses, density and walkability.
F.Revise the zoning code to allow for residential uses in commercial districts, to
better meet anticipated market and transportation trends.
6.The current application for a proposed youth center/mosque use retains the existing
building and site conditions (including the environmental contamination conditions), the
improvement, replacement or remediation of which was an important component of the
City’s approval of the original PUD.
7.An aspect of the development plan for the approved PUD included consideration of site
improvements that facilitate the City’s “gateway” objectives for the Kenzie Terrace
entrance to the community.
8.The redevelopment plan approved as a part of the PUD anticipated a reduction in
impervious surface on the site, which is an aspect of the City’s goals for managing
stormwater in this area of the community, and which the proposed amendment does not
achieve.
9.The market conditions that reportedly disrupted the original housing component of the
PUD (higher interest rates, labor and materials costs after the COVID period) and other
factors are regularly changing, and may reasonably be expected to change again in ways
that help make the residential use more feasible.
10.The Kenzie Terrace PUD District ordinance specifies that changes to the use or approved
project plans require an amendment to the PUD.
11.The City’s land use plans and zoning ordinance accommodate on equal terms all
assembly uses, including the proposed youth center and mosque, in a broad variety of
locations and zoning districts throughout the City so there will be no substantial burden
placed on the ability to achieve those uses in another location.
12.Approval of the youth center/mosque would eliminate one of the City’s best opportunities
for housing, and particularly affordable housing.
13.The City viewed this PUD, and the transfer of affordable housing from the City-owned
parcel to this site, as a key component of the City’s compliance with both Metropolitan
Council housing goals, and as justification for the City’s participation in achieving those
goals.
NOW THEREFORE MAY IT BE RESOVLED, that the City Council of the
City of St. Anthony Village adopts the findings of fact as identified herein as a compelling
justification in the least restrictive manner possible for denial, and in view of said findings,
hereby denies the application submitted on behalf of the Tibyan Center for an amendment to the
Kenzie Terrace PUD zoning district at 2401 Lowry Avenue NE.
Passed in regular session of the City Council on the 22nd day of October, 2024.
____________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
Review for Administration: ____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
Tibyan Center : Planned Unit Development Zoning Change Application Amendment
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2024,
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to planner@savmn.com, Pat, Abdinasir, Ali, Khalif, Osman, Suleiman, Ahmedsiciid@gmail.com
Hi Steve,
We are writing to follow up on our meeting with you last week and our application to change the
current Planned Unit Development (PUD) zoning for our building to better align with the intended
uses of the Tibyan Center. Below, we provide detailed informati on regarding our plans for the
property and how these changes will benefit both our community and the City of St. Anthony.
Usage of Multi-Purpose Hall as a Mosque
• The multi-purpose hall within our building will be used daily for worship, functioning as a
mosque in addition to being a multi-purpose space for events and mainly for youth
education programming.
• The center will also offer both religious and non -religious schooling during the day and
afternoon. These classes will utilize the available rooms in the building.
Leased Office Space
• We intend to lease a portion of the building for office space to businesses and
organizations. This initiative will generate rental income and contribute to the city’s tax
revenue.
City and Community Partnership
• Recognizing the needs expressed by the city and anticipating other needs by the
community, we aim to be great partners in finding ways to use our facility to enhance
community needs.
• We are open to utilizing our oversized parking lot for community events, such as fairs and
farmers markets.
• We also welcome the opportunity to have city signage on our property since we are at a key
gateway entrance to the city.
Next City Council Meeting
• Based on your advice and the need to make some changes, we would like to move our
meeting from the upcoming July 9th scheduled meeting to the following fourth Tuesday in
July or a later date, as determined, if we need to go back to the planning commission
meeting.
We believe these changes will clarify our use now and in the future.
Please let us know the next steps in the process and if there is any additional information or
documentation required from our side.
We will submit a small presentation on the center later this week to be part of the packet. The
updated concept plans are attached.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Jaylani Hussein
Executive Director
CAIR-Minnesota
1821 University Avenue W #306
St Paul, MN 55104
Office: (612) 206-3360 Cell:612-406-0070
www.cairmn.com Facebook Twitter
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TIBYAN
COMMUNITY
CENTER
2401 LOWRY AVE. NE
ST. ANTHONY, MN
SITE PLAN -
PROPOSED
2/4/2024
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NEW PLAYGROUNDPROPOSED PLAYGROUND AREA
(KEEP ROOF - REMOVE ISLANDS)
NEW LANDSCAPE
AREA
NEW PLANTINGS
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Tibyan
Center
World Renown Center for Excellence
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2
Excelling in
Quranic Learning
Islamic Education
Youth Enrichment
Programing
Coding and
Programing
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3
Classes for youth
and office for
center
Mosque for Prayer
and multi purpose
space
Rental space to
business
(generating tax
base)
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STORAGE
IMAN
OFFICE
CLASSROOM
CLASSROOM
CLASSROOM
CLASSROOM SERVER
ROOM
MOSQUE / MULTI-PURPOSE
ROOM
CONFERENCE
CLASSROOM ROO
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MEN'S
TOILETS
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WUDU
NEW TOILET ROOMS: 3
TOILETS, 2 SINKS, NEW
TOILET PARTITIONS, 2
LOCATIONS OF WUDU'S WOMEN'
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& WUDU
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FIRST FLOOR -
PROPOSED
2401 LOWRY AVE. NE
ST. ANTHONY, MN
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TIBYAN
COMMUNIT
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Mosque for Prayer
and multi purpose
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4,000 space 3,000 actual
prayer spaces
15 square feet per
worshipper
200 worshipers
2.5 parking slot 80 stalls
Most attendees of the center.
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Classes for youth
and office for
center
Phase 1 use exisiting rooms
as classes
Phase 2 develop 17 classes
with estimate of 15 students
in each class.
Rental space to
business
(generating tax
base)
Income generation for the
center to portion of the center including the
basement to small business
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•Recognizing the needs expressed by the city and anticipating other needs by the community, we aim to be
great partners in finding ways to use our facility to enhance community needs.
•We are open to utilizing our oversized parking lot for St Anthony Village community events, such as fairs
and farmers markets.
•We also welcome the opportunity work with city to have city signage on our property since we are at a
key gateway entrance to the city.
City and Community Partnership
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On May 29, the building was broken into, fire extinguishers were
sprayed and computers and other items were stolen. Following this, on
June 15, a window was broken, and on June 27, June 29, and June 30,
further break-ins occurred.
On July 2, another break-in was reported, and on July 7, an attempted
break-in was stopped by a member of the center. The latest incident on
July 16 involved the breaking of windows and additional vandalism.
Security cameras captured a group of white males, some masked and
others unmasked, entering the building, and causing significant damage.
Damage estimated
to exceed over
$20,000.
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Before you begin this process, please consider a pre-application conference (by phone, email, or in person) with City community
development staff. We are ready to assist in helping you understand the complexities of the review process, and the standards on which
a potential application will be considered. We can also advise you on the materials that will help ensure you have a complete and clear
application.
City of St. Anthony City Hall 612-782-3301
Thanks for your interest in improving your property and reinvesting in the St. Anthony Village community.
Fee and Escrow Terms
By initialing below, the applicant agrees to pay the application fee and deposit an escrow fee to cover the city’s consultants’ costs
associated with reviewing the associated request. If the city’s consultants’ costs exceed the initial escrow deposited by the applicant, an
additional escrow fee will be collected from the applicatnt to cover the additional costs.
Initial here to accept fee and escrow
terms above*
SJR
Address of Property Involved*
2401 Lowry Ave N E
Property ID Number*
0702923230002
Legal Description
That Part Of The E 295 Ft Of W 395 Ft Of S 365 Ft Of NW 1/4 Lying N Of State Hwy No 63
Applicant Information
Applicant Name*
Stan Ross
Applicant Email Address
design2buildmn@live.com
Land Use Application - Submission #7501
Date Submitted: 5/20/2024
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Applicant Address
4892 Twins Court
Applicant Phone Number*
6123964556
Property Information
Property Owner (if different from above)
Interstate Development
Owner Email Address
Owner Address
4892 Twins Court
Owner Phone Number
6123964556
Appeal ($500 fee + $1,500 escrow)
Comprehensive Plan Amendment ($750 fee + $1,500 escrow if residential; $3,500 escrow if
commercial/industrial)
Conditional Use Permit ($1,000 fee+ $750 escrow if residential; $2,500 escrow if commercial/industrial)
Easement Vacation ($200 fee + $500 escrow)
Preliminary Plat ($750 fee + $1,500 escrow)
Final Plat ($500 fee + $7500 escrow)
Minor Subdivision/Lot Split ($500 fee + $1,500 escrow)
Planned Unit Development (PUD) ($1,500 fee + $2500 escrow plus $50 escrow per residential unit )
Rezoning ($750 fee + $1,500 escrow)
Zoning Text Amendment ($500 fee + $750 escrow)
Site Plan ($500 fee + $750 escrow)
Variance ($1,000 fee + $750 escrow if residential; $2,500 escrow if commercial/industrial)
Type of Request (Check all that apply)
Description of the Request (or a separate detailed narrative explaining the project)
Tibyan Community Center will operate the building with Office and an After School Care Program. The After School Program
will have classrooms and a multi-purpose room used for events and program services. There are three floors, however at this
time only the First and Second Floors will be use.
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Attachments
2024 05 17.pdf
Acknowledgement and Signature
I acknowledge that I have read all of the information listed in the City of St. Anthony Village Land Use Application and fully
understand that I am responsible for all costs incurred by the City related to the processing of this application. If additional fees are
required to cover costs incurred from processing of the application, the City has the right to require additional payment from one or
more of the undersigned, who shall be jointly liable for such fees. Such expenses may include (but are not limited to) direct city
payroll and overhead costs, fees paid to consultants and other professionals, and the cost of printing, mailing, and supplies. Applicants
are advised that an escrow deposit is required at the time of the submittal of the land use application to offset costs associated with the
proposed project. Unused portions of an escrow are returned to the applicant upon successful implementation of an approved plan. I
understand that approval from other agencies may be required before commencement with the stated project.
I agree.
Electronic Signature Agreement
By checking the "I agree" box below, you agree and acknowledge that 1) your application will not be signed in the
sense of a traditional paper document, 2) by signing in this alternate manner, you authorize your electronic signature
to be valid and binding upon you to the same force and effect as a handwritten signature, and 3) you may still be
required to provide a traditional signature at a later date.
Electronic Signature*
Stan J. Ross
Payment
Upon submission of this application, please mail or drop off payment for fee and escrow to City Hall 3301 Silver Lake Road, St.
Anthony, MN 55418.
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Supplemental Q&A for 2401 Lowry PUD Amendment submitted by Stan Ross, 5/22/24
1. The approximate square footage of the various uses, including offices, classrooms, multi-
purpose space, and vacant space. Offices: 8,000 sf, Classrooms 5,500 sf, Multi-Purpose Space
6,000 sf, Vacant 9,000 sf
2. The number of employees who will be on-site during peak times (assuming these are
daytimes during week? or weekends? evenings?). Will office employees staff the after-school
program, or will that entail additional staff? 10-20 employees during peak times, some of these
would be in the classroom offices
3. The approximate number of students who will be on-site during peak times, and
approximate hours of operation. Approximately 100 students during peak times
4. The frequency and scope of "events" , such as building and attendance capacity, hours,
etc. No classes Tuesday and limited on Thursday, otherwise all other days from 9AM - 7PM
5. How students will arrive at the facility (e.g. driven by parents, etc. or buses?) - and how they
will be picked up? Parents drop-off and pick-up
6. If there is a common drop-off and/or pick-up time for parents arriving in cars, how will the
cars queue or park on the property to avoid interfering with traffic on the adjoining
street(s)? Parents park and enter building
7. Will there be outdoor use of the facility for the after-school program, and if so, where on the
property will that occur? A simple site plan would be helpful in this regard. No outdoor use
currently planned.
8. Is there any state or county licensing required for the after-school programming that you will
be required to carry, and if so, what is the status of that licensing? No license is required for the
after school program.
9. Will you be making any changes to the site or building to accommodate the proposed use(s),
including parking lot, green/open space, architectural exteriors, or interior remodeling? Very
limited alterations: a few interior non-load bearing walls removed to enlarged existing areas for
classrooms and open areas for the Multi-Purpose Space. Also, toilets enlarged and
miscellaneous sinks added.
10. Will you be proposing any exterior signage as a part of the occupancy for these
uses? Check the sign ordinance (Section 155 of the City Code) for details on allowable
signage. Small signage for business name, planned signage will follow city sign code.
Design2 Build, Inc. Tibyan Center
Exterior Photos
Looking Northeast
Looking North
Design2 Build, Inc. Tibyan Center
Looking Northwest
Looking West
Design2 Build, Inc. Tibyan Center
Looking Southwest
Looking South
Design2 Build, Inc. Tibyan Center
Looking East
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor Webster and St. Anthony Village City Council
From: Stephen Grittman, City Planner
Date: City Council Meeting – September 24, 2024
GC Project No. 140.01 – 24.05
Request: Request for an amendment to a Planned Unit Development in a PUD,
Planned Unit Development District
Property Address: 2401 Lowry Avenue NE
Property PID: 07-029-23-23-0002
PROPOSED COUNCIL ACTION
The City Council has before it the consideration of a proposed amendment to the Planned Unit
Development District approval at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE. The original PUD District anticipated
development of a 76 unit multi-family project, with an expectation that the proposed project
would be a “market-rate affordable” project based on the developer’s description of the
project. That project did not go forward, as described more fully below. The applicants have
purchased the subject property, and propose to develop the site under an amendment to the
PUD, incorporating changes to the original proposed land use, and a variety of alterations to
the building, primarily interior.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the request at its regular meeting on August
20, 2024. Additional information on the hearing and the Planning Commission
recommendations are also included in the material below. The Commission’s recommendation
of approval was accompanied by a series of conditions, some of which were added by the
Commission as a part of its discussion, and deleting some conditions proposed by staff to which
the applicants expressed opposition.
Staff’s recommendation is to reincorporate the original staff conditions, and add the conditions
included by the Planning Commission. If acceptable to the Council, action by the Council would
be as follows:
Approval of Resolution 24-063 approving an amendment to the Planned Unit
Development District at 2401 Lowry Avenue NE, based on the findings of fact in
the staff report for this date, and incorporating the conditions of approval in
said resolution.
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PROJECT BACKGROUND AND TIMELINE
The Applicants are seeking an amendment to an approved Planned Unit Development to
modify the land use and site plan approvals that were granted under the original PUD project.
The site is the former Bremer Bank facility at the northeast corner of Kenzie Terrace and
Stinson Parkway, with an address of 2401 Lowry. The parcel is just under 2 acres in size.
June, 2024. The Planning Commission originally held a public hearing to consider the
application on June 18, 2024. At the time, the applicants had described their request as
consisting of the conduct of after-school programming and office uses in the existing building.
They indicated that the building itself would not be remodeled on the exterior. Interior
remodeling would consist primarily of modifications to create an activity space in support of the
after-school programming. The applicants suggested that one floor of the building would
remain unused at the current time. No changes to the existing site plan were envisioned.
The proposed change would alter the approved PUD ordinance by replacing the expected 76-
unit multiple-family residential use with a proposed office use and after-school program for
school-aged children. The site plan approvals under the approved PUD would be altered to
retain the existing building and site improvements, which largely consist of paved parking lot
serving the original bank facility.
At the public hearing in June, the applicants expanded on their description of the uses of the
building, which included testimony that a variety of language and other academic classes would
be provided, as well as technical training in various disciplines.
The Planning Commission discussed the merits of the proposed use, and how it compared to
the Comprehensive Plan objectives for the site, as well as to the intent of the existing PUD
zoning, which anticipated housing that was designed to be affordable to low and moderate
income tenants. The rezoning ordinance recognized the change from commercial to residential
use, incorporating the approved site and development plans for the multi-family project, as
referenced the R-4 zoning district (the City’s multi-family zoning district) as the reference
district for performance standards not specifically identified in the approved PUD.
The 2040 Comprehensive Plan calls for mixed residential and commercial uses in the area. The
Land Use Plan expected a continuation of the commercial land use pattern on this site, but
included language that accommodates the conversion of commercial land to residential when
the specific site and other needs – including affordable housing goals – supported the change.
It was this set of policy considerations that led to the City’s participation in a multi-site PUD
approval that included this property.
That PUD (the current controlling zoning) shifted the Bremer Bank location to a site owned by
the City, which was originally acquired for redevelopment, with the goal being affordable
housing. In turn, the housing objective was shifted to the site currently under consideration,
thus the multi-family project approved there.
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The Planning Commission ultimately voted to recommend against the proposed amendment in
a split vote. Favorable votes included comments that the use was a valuable one for the
neighborhood and community at large, among others. Votes against the amendment cited
concerns over an inadequate description of the project plans, the loss of the opportunity for
affordable housing on the site, and concerns over the loss of taxable land, presuming that the
new owner would put the property to a tax-exempt land use.
July, 2024. After the Planning Commission’s June hearing, the applicants provided additional
information to staff, supplementing their request on July 1, 2024 to more fully describe the
proposed use, and address certain concerns raised by the Commission. The applicants asked to
delay the project’s consideration by the City Council to allow this additional information to be
reviewed. It was determined that the additional information constituted a substantive change
to the understanding of the project proposal, and that the project as now understood was not
fully noticed in the initial hearing.
As such, staff notified the applicants that the project needed to return to a new public hearing
before the Planning Commission. The applicants provided additional written documentation on
the proposed amendment as a part of that new schedule.
As now described, the proposed application would reintroduce administrative offices for
internal use, as well as commercial office uses available to private tenants/lessees.
Finally, the use of the building would include community center uses of various types.
Prominent among these would be both the original after-school programming as previously
proposed, although other uses may include farmer’s markets, community fairs, or similar
outdoor events.
Most significantly, the building will utilize the multi-purpose facility for religious institutional
use, including daily prayer and religious services open to the community throughout the day
and week.
The applicants also supplemented their application with a new site plan drawing that indicated
the conversion of a portion of the property (previously used as a bank drive-through) to now
include an outdoor play/recreation space, and reconfiguring the otherwise fully paved parking
area to add green space.
August, 2024. The applicants submitted a PowerPoint presentation at the August 20 public
hearing. At that hearing, the Commission heard from staff and the applicants, as well as a
number of members of the public. The public commenters were mixed in their support of the
proposal, with a number in favor based generally on the purposes and benefits of the Tibyan
organization and what it would bring to the community, and others expressing opposition,
primarily due to concerns over the capacity of the site to handle the traffic and parking needs
on site. Other concerns related to information related to subsurface environmental
contamination.
The Commission discussed the proposal extensively, including the discussion and aspects raised
by members of the public. The Commission asked about the Staff recommendation, and why it
had changed from the original June review to the August review. Staff noted that for the
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original application, the request was clearly outside of the PUD land use ordinance that controls
the site. Changing the eligible uses was a policy decision that the City should make, and staff
offered reasons that the City might both approve such a change, or reject it.
However, the August review included a change in the proposed principal land use (thus
resetting the applicable timelines for City consideration of the matter). The new use was best
described as a religious institution, with ancillary accessory uses. As a religious institution, it is
an acceptable land use in a residential district. In this case, the R-4, multi-family district
underlies the PUD overlay. As such, it is staff’s opinion that the proposed use is appropriate
under the current PUD designation (the PUD Ordinance incorporates the uses of the R-4
District). Thus, staff’s recommendation changed to approval.
Under this land use scenario, the primary issues in the PUD become the building and site
alterations, since the PUD ordinance also adopts the site plan approved for the prior multi-
family proposal. Staff’s recommendation included a series of conditions related to site
conditions, and requesting verification of aspects of the use.
Ultimately, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the PUD amendment, with
changed conditions from those of staff. Staff continues to recommend incorporation of the
original conditions as with any PUD, flexibility in site use and other aspects of development
from the City’s standard zoning requirements is to be offset by site improvements and project
amenities that result in a project that furthers the City’s land use goals and objectives. Without
the site improvements suggested by staff (and originally conceptually offered by the
applicants), the site would remain in a condition that is not consistent with the City’s standards.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
In the initial application, the issue for the City was whether the PUD zoning and the
Development Agreement governing the land use on the site should be amended to incorporate
a use that was not contemplated by the original PUD approval.
The amended application expands the proposed use of the site, and – while it varies from the
original PUD – the principal use is within realm of the uses written in to the Kenzie Terrace PUD
District. Staff believes that the proposed land uses on the site are consistent with the
underlying land use planning for this area, and subject to site plan notes and appropriate
amendments to the zoning district, allowable under the PUD Zoning.
While the applicants have added additional clarity to the proposed use and provided a concept
site plan that suggests additional green space on the mostly-impervious site, there are a
number of modifications or supplemental elements that should be incorporated into any
recommendation for the PUD amendment. Those modifications include the following:
1. Provide information on staffing during religious services in the multi-purpose room, and
scale the capacity of the assembly to match the remaining available parking on the site,
at the rate of 2.5 persons per parking space.
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2. Provide an interior floor plan schematic that shows the planned multi-purpose space,
and how assembly capacity will be controlled to meet the maximum imposed by the
parking supply.
3. Close the westerly of the two access driveways to Kenzie Terrace, and add green space
and landscaping to replace the driveway removal.
4. Provide a more detailed landscaping plan that identifies the proposed planting materials
in the illustrated green spaces on the site, as well as the existing green spaces at the
perimeter of the site, including a maintenance plan for improving those overgrown
areas. (The applicants asked that this condition be waived due to considerations over
cost).
5. Provide information on the outdoor play area, including surfacing, amenities or
structures in the play area, and method of separation from the adjacent driveway
(fencing, etc.). (The applicants asked that this condition be waived due to considerations
over cost).
To these conditions, the Planning Commission added the following:
6. Preparation of a traffic and parking impact assessment, identifying the peak capacity of
the site during busy periods, and how the site would accommodate both traffic
distribution and parking needs. This assessment needs to incorporate the requirements
of Hennepin County related to changes to use and access to Kenzie Terrace, a County
jurisdiction roadway.
7. Information documenting environmental conditions on the property, and how the
applicants propose to address those conditions given the proposes uses and changes to
the site and/or building.
To recommend approval of the amendment, the Planning Commission should consider findings
such as the following, and others generated by the discussion and public hearing:
1. The land use plan chapter of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan identifies the site for
Commercial Uses.
2. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan includes a variety of mixed use opportunities on
Commercial property.
3. The current Kenzie Terrace PUD District references the R-4 District for alternatives to
the approved PUD plans.
4. The R-4 District includes religious assembly uses as an allowed use, and by extension,
these uses are allowable in the Kenzie Terrace PUD District.
5. The proposed use is a reasonable adaptive re-use of an existing vacant building and
property.
6. Religious Assembly uses are commonly found in residential areas of the City, similar to
the mixed residential neighborhoods near the proposed site.
7. The site is located on major roadways supporting traffic volumes generated by the
property.
8. The applicant’s proposal provides an important service to the community at large, and
justifies the departure from the original PUD goals.
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Following the August 20 Planning Commission meeting, the applicants met with staff to discuss
the conditions. Staff indicated that the supplemental information requested by the
Commission should be submitted at least one week prior to the Council meeting at which the
item would be considered. The applicant sought a deferral to the September 24th meeting for
time to complete the additional information.
The Applicants provided supplemental materials intending to address the conditions
recommended by Planning Commission. Staff will have additional review comments available
prior to the scheduled Council meeting on September 24.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Applicant: Stan Ross o/b/o Tibyan Community Center
Owner: Kenzie Multifamily LLC
Location: 2401 Lowry Avenue NE
Existing Land Uses: Site in Question: Vacant Office Building
Property to North: Senior Multi-Family Residential
Property to East: Manufactured Home Park
Property to West: Low Density Residential (Minneapolis-Stinson Pkwy)
Property to South: Mixed Commercial (Kenzie Terrace)
Zoning: PUD, Kenzie Terrace Planned Unit Development District
Deadline for Agency Application Complete Date: July 1, 2024
Action: 60 Days: August 30, 2024
Extension Letter Sent: July 3, 2024
120 Days: October 29, 2024
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ANALYSIS
Zoning Map
As noted above, the applicant seeks to amend the approved PUD on the site. The property is
zoned PUD, Planned Unit Development, and the applicant is proposing to use the property for a
variety of office and after-school program purposes, as well as a space for daily prayer and
regular religious services.
Aerial Photo from
Hennepin County
Property Information
September 24th, 2024
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Land Use – Principal Use.
Religious services are identified as a principal use in the City’s Zoning Ordinance, and included
in the definition of “Assembly” uses. Religious Institution/Place of Worship land uses are listed
as a Conditional Use in most of the Residential zoning districts (including the R-4 District). The
PUD District that applies to this site includes reference to the R-4 District. The applicable Kenzie
Terrace PUD District language is quoted below:
(4) Kenzie Terrace PUD Overlay District
(a) Purpose. The purpose of the Kenzie Terrace PUD Overlay District is
to provide for the development of certain real estate subject to the Overlay
District for commercial and high-density residential land uses.
(b) Permitted Uses. Permitted principal uses in the [Kenzie Terrace]*
PUD District shall be those uses as found in the R-4, Multiple Family
Residential District of the St. Anthony Zoning Ordinance on Parcel PID
07-029-23-23-0002**; and those uses found in the C-Commercial District
on Parcels PID 07-029-23-24-0020 and 07-029-23-24-0021, subject to
any approved PUD Development Agreement on file with the City, as well
as the Final Stage Development Plans submitted on 10/05/2021, as may
be amended. The introduction of any other use from any district shall be
reviewed under the requirements of the St. Anthony Zoning Ordinance,
Chapter XV, Section 152.200 et seq. – Planned Unit Developments for
Development Stage PUD and Final Stage PUD.
(c) Accessory Uses. Accessory uses shall be those commonly accessory
and incidental to the allowed uses, and as specifically identified by the
approved final stage PUD plans.
(d) District Performance Standards. Performance standards for the
development of any lot in the Kenzie Terrace PUD Overlay District shall
adhere to the approved final stage PUD plans and development agreement
for each lot. In such case where any proposed improvement is not
addressed by the final stage PUD, then the regulations of the R-4, Multiple
Family Residential District or C-Commercial District shall apply, as
applicable to the approved Principal Use on the subject parcel.
(e) Amendments. Where changes to the PUD are proposed in the
manner of use, density, site plan, development layout, building size,
mass, or coverage, or any other change, the proposer shall apply for an
amendment to the PUD under the terms of the St. Anthony Zoning
Ordinance, Section 152.200 et seq.. The City may require that substantial
changes in overall use of the PUD property be processed as a new project,
including a zoning district amendment.
(Am. Ord. 2021-04, passed 10-26-2021)
*There is a typo in the text referencing an incorrect district title.
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** 07-029-23-23-0002 is the parcel in question.
NOTE: Text italicized and bolded added for this report.
In review of this amended application, staff finds that the changes constitute a substantively
different application from that of the original. The principal use of the property is more
completely defined as a religious institution (or assembly space), with accessory uses
“commonly accessory and incidental to the allowed [principal] uses”.
This (religious assembly) use is consistent with the terms of the Kenzie Terrace PUD District
language which anticipates uses as found in the R-4 District – which specifically cites Religious
Institution/Place of Worship as an allowed use. The Conditional Use Permit requirement in the
R-4 District implies that the use is allowed, but with adequate City review and process to
mitigate any impacts related to public health, safety, and general welfare that may be raised by
the nature of the land use. PUD zoning and process stands in for the City’s review of
Conditional Uses or Variances, as a procedural matter.
Land Use – Accessory Uses.
The original submittals proposed an operation that includes daily delivery of students to and
from the site by automobile. Up to 100 students are expected to participate in the programs
offered on the property, with between 10 and 20 staff members. The applicants expect to
provide programming and/or staff presence generally between 9:00am and 7:00pm.
Because the use is not a childcare or school facility, the applicants indicate that they are not
required to have any outside licensing. The applicants originally stated that they anticipate no
outdoor programming as a part of the site usage, however, the revised plans provide an
outdoor play/recreation space. In addition, the applicants have indicated that other accessory
activities may occur outdoors.
Site and Building Improvements.
Parking and Building Capacity. With regard to capacity of the religious worship space, the
zoning ordinance does not establish any limitation. However, such facilities are required to
provide off-street parking at a rate of one space per 2.5 person capacity (not including spaces
reserved for staff and employees on a one-space-per-employee basis). The illustrated site plan
provides a total of 76 parking spaces. The applicants should provide additional information
relating to the number of staff during peak times that services are being held, and will be
required to scale the religious services capacity to meet the remaining parking supply. By way
of example only, if there are 10 employees, the remaining available parking will be a total of 66
spaces, yielding a capacity for services of 165 assembled attendants (66 times 2.5).
The applicants have not provided detail on interior space remodeling. Initially, this was not a
concern given the nature of the use as originally described. However, with the religious
services creating the possibility that site capacity can create congestion on the adjoining public
streets, this information should be provided by the applicant for further review and verification
that the site can handle the possible traffic generated by the assembly use.
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Access. With the greater utilization of the parking lot, access to the site is at issue. Hennepin
County is in the process of planning for changes to Kenzie Terrace, which currently shows two
access points to this site, in addition to an existing access to Stinson Parkway on the west side
of the site. Of the two driveways to Kenzie, the easterly of the two is aligned with the
intersection to Lowry Avenue, south of Kenzie.
The westerly of the two is just over 100 feet from the Lowry/Kenzie/Stinson intersection. This
driveway access should be closed as a condition of PUD approval for this site plan and use (the
removal of this driveway was also a condition of the prior multi-family PUD).
Site and Landscaping Improvements. In regard to the parking lot area, staff strongly supports
the “greening” of the parking area as an aspect of PUD review. For any PUD, the City should
find that there are aspects of the project, such as site development amenities or other design
factors, that help offset the City’s approval of flexibility from its base zoning standards. The
green space in the amended site plan is both an aesthetic improvement, as well as an
important environmental consideration in reducing impervious surface and the impact on
stormwater runoff and quality.
The landscape plan shows conceptual planting areas where green space would replace paved
areas. The plan illustrates some planting in those new green spaces, again conceptually. The
plan retains much of the perimeter green space around the property, although those areas
would benefit from maintenance. As a part of any Final PUD plan for the amended PUD, the
City should require a detailed landscape plan that identifies the type of planting and green
spaces, and information relating to maintenance and retention of green space in the existing
perimeter areas.
The applicant identifies a conversion of the former bank drive-through area to an outdoor play
area. The plan does not identify the proposed improvements in this area, such as ground
surface materials or other aspects of the amenity. Given that it abuts an active driveway, it is
expected that there will likely be some sort of separation between the play area and site traffic.
Fencing or other aspects of this improvement should be identified as an aspect of the plan.
Finally, given the recommended closing of the westerly access point noted above, additional
green space would be created as an aspect of that change. This area should also be included in
the landscape plan.
Tax Base Considerations.
Finally, it is important to add a note regarding the Commission’s discussions related to the
interest in retaining tax base as a land use consideration. The applicants have suggested that as
a part of the amended application, they would incorporate some taxable use into the building.
It is also important to understand that for land use decisions, the City is not permitted to
distinguish between religious and other similar land uses, based on the religious nature of use
alone.
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Therefore, the allowance of a commercial office use, for example, also implies the allowance of
a non-commercial or religious office use. This is a function of a federal law known as “RLUIPA”
– the Religious Land Use and Institutionalize Persons Act. As such, any decision on the
proposed use should focus on land use-related impacts rather than property tax considerations.
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW
Summary and Planning Commission Action. In summary, staff believes that there are
adequate reasons to recommend approval of the proposed amendment, given the expanded
description of the proposed use on the site. However, there are still details arising from that
proposal that cannot be verified with the material submitted as a part of the application
submittal. The Commission considered the components of the application – both land use and
development plans – and recommended approval, but with conditions that make the project
more consistent with the City’s land use goals. As noted, staff believes that both the original
staff conditions and those added by the Planning Commission should be incorporated into any
approval of the PUD amendment.
Finally, the suggested findings above serve as the basis for the Council’s decision, and may be
supplemented or amended based on the discussion of the item. Staff will prepare a draft
resolution for the City Council based on the Commission’s action.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Application Amendment Narrative – 7/1/24
Exhibit B: Amendment Site/Landscape Plan – 7/1/24
Exhibit C: Applicant PowerPoint Presentation – 8/20/24
Exhibit D: Original Application and Supporting Material
Exhibit E: Cover Memo Supplemental – 9/18/24
Exhibit F: Applicant Supplemental Submission – 9/18/24
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor Webster and St. Anthony Village City Council
From: Stephen Grittman, City Planner
Date: September 18, 2024
Meeting Date: September 24, 2024
RE: St. Anthony – 2401 Lowry Ave. NE PUD Amendment
GC Project No. 140.01 – 24.05
PROJECT UPDATE
This memorandum forwards supplemental materials submitted by the applicants for the PUD
Amendment at 2401 Lowry Ave. NE. The materials are intended to be in response to additional
analysis and data requested by the Planning Commission as a part of the Commission’s
recommendation of approval of the PUD Amendment. Because of the timing of the
submission, staff has had limited opportunity to review and report on the content of the newly
submitted materials prior to preparation of staff reports for the meeting agenda.
The supplemental materials are intended to address the following:
1. Provide information on staffing during religious services in the multi-purpose room, and
scale the capacity of the assembly to match the remaining available parking on the site,
at the rate of 2.5 persons per parking space.
- Anticipated volumes provided for programs would not exceed total parking available
on site. Volumes do not reflect future plans related to business space rental.
2. Provide an interior floor plan schematic that shows the planned multi-purpose space,
and how assembly capacity will be controlled to meet the maximum imposed by the
parking supply.
- Interior floor plan provided for first floor.
3. Close the westerly of the two access driveways to Kenzie Terrace, and add green space
and landscaping to replace the driveway removal.
- Updated site plan (page 89 of packet) shows closure of westerly driveway to Kenzie
Terrace. Green space and landscaping not confirmed.
4. Provide a more detailed landscaping plan that identifies the proposed planting materials
in the illustrated green spaces on the site, as well as the existing green spaces at the
perimeter of the site, including a maintenance plan for improving those overgrown
areas.
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- Proposed landscaping shown on previous site plan (page 92 of packet). The
applicants asked that this condition be waived due to considerations over cost.
Applicants stated that landscaping would be a future phase of project. Landscaping
has been removed from site plan.
5. Provide information on the outdoor play area, including surfacing, amenities or
structures in the play area, and method of separation from the adjacent driveway
(fencing, etc.).
- Proposed outdoor play area shown on previous site plan (page 92 of packet). The
applicants asked that this condition be waived due to considerations over cost.
Applicants stated that the outdoor play area would be a future phase of project.
Outdoor play area was removed from site plan.
6. Preparation of a traffic and parking impact assessment, identifying the peak capacity of
the site during busy periods, and how the site would accommodate both traffic
distribution and parking needs. This assessment needs to incorporate the requirements
of Hennepin County related to changes to use and access to Kenzie Terrace, a County
jurisdiction roadway.
- Applicants provided supplemental materials on September 18, 2024. Traffic study
anticipates traffic primarily directed to and from I-35W. This would indicate that
vehicles would enter the site via Kenzie Terrace.
- Supplemental materials describe that traffic entering and exiting the site for youth
educational programs are anticipated to be parent drop-off and pick-up. The
proposed site plan (page 89 of packet) illustrates a drop-off and pick-up lane along
the west side of the building. Plans indicate allowing space for 10-15 stacked cars for
drop-off and pick-up. Based on proposed configuration of drop-off and pick-up lane
with the building entrance, staff anticipate that the majority of vehicles exiting the
site would use Kenzie Terrace following drop-off and pick-up.
- The traffic and parking study will be subject to review by Hennepin County.
7. Information documenting environmental conditions on the property, and how the
applicants propose to address those conditions given the proposes uses and changes to
the site and/or building.
Stantec Consulting Services Inc. (Stantec) prepared the Environmental Conditions Summary
(Summary) on behalf of the Applicants. Below summarizes the findings:
- Previous investigations include a subsurface investigation occurred in 2017.
Indoor/Outdoor sampling events occurred in February 2018, March 2018, April 2018,
November 2018, May 2019, and June 2020. An additional subsurface investigation
occurred in June 2023.
o From the June 2023 investigation, concentrations of Tetrachloroethylene
(PCE) and Trichloroethylene (TCE) above its soil leaching values (SLV) in
samples collected from the northern half of the Site. Groundwater analytical
results from temporary wells identified the presence of PCE, TCE, and cis-1,2-
dichloroethene (cis-1,2-DCE) above their respective HRLs or Health Based
Values (HBVs) in borings collected from the north and east portions of the
site.
- In August 2024, Stantec completed an indoor air sampling event.
o Identified PCE concentrations higher than its MPCA industrial ISV in the main
lobby area. TCE concentrations higher than its Minnesota Pollution Control
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Agency (MPCA) residential Intrusion Screening Value (ISV). PCE
concentrations were higher than its MPCA residential ISV in the mechanical
rooms.
In the Summary, Stantec recommended the following:
- For site soil, Stantec is recommended that any future soil handling and management
activities are performed in cooperation with an environmental professional and the
MPCA-approved Response Action Plan and Construction Contingency Plan (RAP/CCP)
as prepared for MPCA Site IDs BF0002310 and BF0002577.
- For site groundwater, the proposed Site plans do not include activities related to
groundwater, Stantec recommended that if groundwater is encountered as part of
future Site activities an environmental professional and the MPCA-approved
RAP/CCP as prepared for MPCA Site IDs BF0002310 and BF0002577 are consulted.
- For site soil vapor intrusion, Stantec recommended that the building HVAC system is
made fully functional prior to building occupancy. It is further recommended that an
active vapor mitigation system is implemented in the site building in accordance with
the MPCA-approved RAP/CCP.
Per the recommended conditions of the PUD amendment, the Applicants need to confirm how
they will address the conditions identified in the Summary.
MEMORANDUM
To:Mayor Webster and St. Anthony Village City Council
From:Stephen Grittman, City Planner
Date:City Council Meeting – October 22, 2024
GC Project No.140.00
Request:Cannabis – Zoning Ordinance Amendments
Property Address: NA
Property PID:NA
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The City Council considered the initial draft of a cannabis regulation ordinance as a first reading
on September 10, 2024. At that first reading, the Council discussed a number of alternatives
that, under the legislation, the City has some discretion to consider. The discussion resulted in
edits to the first reading. At its regular meeting on October 8, the City Council made some
additional adjustments to the text. The original edits (between Reading 1 and 2) are included in
the attached draft in redline, while the adjustments made between Readings 2 and 3 are
reflected in the draft ordinance attached to this report, and highlighted in redline bold. A few
typographical edits have also been made (identified below), but not included in the redlining
for easier reading. These latest updates are summarized as follows:
Subp. (I): A correction was made to renumber what is now paragraph (2).
Subp. (L): Following the City Council discussion on measured buffer distances, staff has
provided the original option (along public streets), and then added options for measurement
along the shortest public sidewalk, as well as measurement along the shortest private sidewalk
open to the public. The shortest of these would be the effective buffer distance from the
specified land use.
Subp. (O): Corrected a typographical error.
Subp. (P)(1)(d)5.: This section was further amended to specify that both the buffer distance
(from Subp. L) and the zoning district (from Subp. M) must be observed for retail sales at a
cannabis event.
Subp. (P)(2): Corrected a typographical error.
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Subp. (P)(4) This addition is intended to specify that an application for a temporary event
denied by the City Council would be required either to resubmit, or amend their original
application, at the discretion of the Council. At the prior meeting, it was further clarified that
staff will typically have the ability to review a pending application for completeness and other
defects prior to Council action.
REQUESTED COUNCIL ACTION
The updated draft ordinance regulating cannabis business is attached for review and
consideration as a second reading. As noted below, the Planning Commission recommended
approval of the general regulations with comment, and the City Council incorporated many of
those comments in its discussion of the first reading. With any further requested edits of the
various sections, staff requests approval of the third reading of this ordinance.
The original staff report material is available in prior packets for Councilmember reference.
STAFF AND PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Planning Commission originally voted to pass the draft on to the City Council for its action.
The ordinance had been reviewed at two prior readings. Staff has amended the attached
version with additional edits to ensure that the final draft for third reading is fully updated.
As noted previously, municipal sales, law enforcement, and other administrative or General
Code aspects of the law are left to separate consideration by City Council.
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A:Draft Ordinance Amendment 2024-05
Exhibit B:Minn. Statutes Chapter 342.13 (Local Control)
ORDINANCE 2024-05
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
HENNEPIN AND RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ST. ANTHONY,
AMENDING SECTION 154.188 OF THE CITY CODE
REGULAT ING CANNABIS BUSINESSES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. ANTHONY HEREBY ORDAINS:
Section 1. Section 154.188 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 154.188. Cannabis Businesses and Zoning
(A) Findings and Purpose
(1) The City of St. Anthony (hereinafter “City”) makes the following legislative
findings: The purpose of this ordinance is to implement the provisions of
Minnesota Statutes, chapter 342, which authorizes the City to protect the public
health, safety, welfare of City residents by regulating cannabis businesses within
the legal boundaries of City.
The City finds and concludes that the proposed provisions are appropriate and
lawful land use regulations for City, that the proposed amendments will promote
the community's interest in reasonable stability in zoning for now and in the
future, and that the proposed provisions are in the public interest and for the
public good.
(B) Authority & Jurisdiction
(1) The City has the authority to adopt this ordinance pursuant to:
(a) Minn. Stat. 342.13(c), regarding the authority of a local unit of
government to adopt reasonable restrictions of the time, place, and manner
of the operation of a cannabis business provided that such restrictions do
not prohibit the establishment or operation of cannabis businesses.
(b) Minn. Stat. 342.22, regarding the local registration and enforcement
requirements of state-licensed cannabis retail businesses and lower-
potency hemp edible retail businesses.
(c) Minn. Stat. 152.0263, Subd. 5, regarding the use of cannabis in public
places.
(d) Minn. Stat. 462.357, regarding the authority of a local authority to
adopt zoning ordinances.
This Ordinance shall be applicable to the legal boundaries of the City of
St. Anthony, in both Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, and shall count total
licensed facilities as if the City were in one county.
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(C) Severability
If any section, clause, provision, or portion of this ordinance is adjudged
unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of
this ordinance shall not be affected thereby.
(D) Enforcement
The City Manager or designee is responsible for the administration and
enforcement of this ordinance. Any violation of the provisions of this ordinance or
failure to comply with any of its requirements constitutes a misdemeanor and is
punishable as defined by law. Violations of this ordinance can occur regardless of
whether or not a permit is required for a regulated activity listed in this ordinance.
(E) Definitions
(1) Unless otherwise noted in this section, words and phrases contained in Minn.
Stat. 342.01 and the rules promulgated pursuant to any of these acts, shall have
the same meanings in this ordinance.
(2) Cannabis Cultivation: A cannabis business licensed by the State to grow
cannabis plants within the approved amount of space from seed or immature plant
to mature plant. Harvest cannabis flower from mature plant, package and label
immature plants and seedlings and cannabis flower for sale to other cannabis
businesses, transport cannabis flower to a cannabis manufacturer located on the
same premises, and perform other actions approved by the office.
(3) Cannabis Retail Businesses: A retail location and the retail location(s) of a
mezzobusiness with a retail operations endorsement, microbusiness with a retail
operations endorsement, medical combination businesses operating a retail
location, (and/excluding) lower-potency hemp edible retailers.
(4) Cannabis Retailer: Any person, partnership, firm, corporation, or association,
foreign or domestic, selling cannabis product to a consumer and not for the
purpose of resale in any form.
(5) Daycare: A location licensed with the Minnesota Department of Human
Services to provide the care of a child in a residence outside the child's own home
for gain or otherwise, on a regular basis, for any part of a 24-hour day.
(6) Lower-potency Hemp Edible: As defined under Minn. Stat. 342.01 subd. 50.
(7) Office of Cannabis Management: Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management,
referred to as “OCM” in this ordinance.
(8) Place of Public Accommodation: A business, accommodation, refreshment,
entertainment, recreation, or transportation facility of any kind, whether licensed
or not, whose goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages or
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accommodations are extended, offered, sold, or otherwise made available to the
public.
(9) Preliminary License Approval: OCM pre-approval for a cannabis business
license for applicants who qualify under Minn. Stat. 342.17.
(10) Public Place: A public park or trail, public street or sidewalk; any enclosed,
indoor area used by the general public, including, but not limited to, restaurants;
bars; any other food or liquor establishment; hospitals; nursing homes;
auditoriums; arenas; gyms; meeting rooms; common areas of rental apartment
buildings, and other places of public accommodation.
(11 ) Residential Treatment Facility: As defined under Minn. Stat. 245.462 subd.
23.
(12) Retail Registration: An approved registration issued by the City to a state-
licensed cannabis retail business.
(13) School: A public school as defined under Minn. Stat. 120A.05 or a nonpublic
school that must meet the reporting requirements under Minn. Stat. 120A.24.
(14) State License: An approved license issued by the State of Minnesota’s Office
of Cannabis Management to a cannabis retail business.
(F) Registration of Cannabis Businesses
(1) Consent to registering of Cannabis Businesses
No individual or entity may operate a state-licensed cannabis retail business
within the City of St. Anthony without first registering with City. Any state-
licensed cannabis retail business that sells to a customer or patient without valid
retail registration shall incur a civil penalty of (up to $2,000) for each violation.
(2) Compliance Checks Prior to Retail Registration
Prior to issuance of a cannabis retail business registration, the City shall conduct a
preliminary compliance check to ensure compliance with local ordinances.
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. 342, within 30 days of receiving a copy of a state license
application from OCM, the City shall certify on a form provided by OCM
whether a proposed cannabis retail business complies with local zoning
ordinances and, if applicable, whether the proposed business complies with the
state fire code and building code.
(3) Registration & Application Procedure
(a) Fees. The City shall not charge an application fee. A registration fee,
as established in City’s fee schedule, shall be charged to applicants
depending on the type of retail business registration applied for. An initial
retail registration fee shall not exceed $500 or half the amount of an initial
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state license fee under Minn. Stat. 342.11, whichever is less. The initial
registration fee shall include the initial retail registration fee and the first
annual renewal fee. Any renewal retail registration fee imposed by City
shall be charged at the time of the second renewal and each subsequent
renewal thereafter. A renewal retail registration fee shall not exceed $1,000
or half the amount of a renewal state license fee under Minn. Stat. 342.11,
whichever is less. A medical combination business operating an adult-use
retail location may only be charged a single registration fee, not to exceed
the lesser of a single retail registration fee, defined under this section, of
the adult-use retail business.
(b) Application Submittal. The City shall issue a retail registration to a
state-licensed cannabis retail business that adheres to the requirements of
Minn. Stat. 342.22.
(c) An applicant for a retail registration shall fill out an application form,
as provided by the City. Said form shall include, but is not limited to:
1. Full name of the property owner and applicant;
2. Address, email address, and telephone number of the applicant;
3. The address and parcel ID for the property which the retail
registration is sought;
4. Certification that the applicant complies with the requirements
of local ordinances established pursuant to Minn. Stat. 342.13.
5. (Insert additional standards here)
(d) The applicant shall include with the form:
1. The application fee as required in the City’s Fee Schedule.
2. A copy of a valid state license or written notice of OCM license
preapproval.
3. Other information requested by the City Manager determined to
be necessary for City registration.
(e) Once an application is considered complete, the (insert local
government designee) shall inform the applicant as such, process the
application fees, and forward the application to the (insert
staff/department, or elected body that will approve or deny the request) for
approval or denial.
(f) The application fee shall be non-refundable once processed.
(4) Application Approval
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(a) A state -licensed cannabis retail business application shall not be
approved if the cannabis retail business would exceed the maximum
number of registered cannabis retail businesses permitted under Section
154.188 (K).
(b) A state -licensed cannabis retail business application shall not be
approved or renewed if the applicant is unable to meet the requirements of
this ordinance.
(c) A state -licensed cannabis retail business application that meets the
requirements of this ordinance shall be approved.
(G) Annual Compliance Checks.
The City shall complete at minimum one compliance check per calendar year of
every cannabis business to assess if the business meets age verification
requirements, as required under [Minn. Stat. 342.22 Subd. 4(b) and Minn. Stat.
342.24] and this/these [chapter/section/ordinances]. The City shall conduct at
minimum one unannounced age verification compliance check at least once per
calendar year. Age verification compliance checks shall involve persons at least
17 years of age but under the age of 21 who, with the prior written consent of a
parent or guardian if the person is under the age of 18, attempt to purchase adult-
use cannabis flower, adult-use cannabis products, lower-potency hemp edibles, or
hemp-derived consumer products under the direct supervision of a law
enforcement officer or an employee of the local unit of government.
Any failures under this section must be reported to the Office of Cannabis
Management.
(H) Location Change.
If a state-licensed cannabis retail business seeks to move to a new location still
within the legal boundaries of City, it shall notify City of the proposed location
change, and submit necessary information to meet all the criteria in this paragraph
without the need for a new registration or fee.
(I) Renewal of Registration
The City shall renew an annual registration of a state-licensed cannabis retail
business at the same time OCM renews the cannabis retail business’ license. A
state-licensed cannabis retail business shall apply to renew registration on a form
established by City. A cannabis retail registration issued under this ordinance shall
not be transferred.
(1) Renewal Fees.
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The City may charge a renewal fee for the registration starting at the second
renewal, as established in City’s fee schedule.
(2) Renewal Application.
The application for renewal of a retail registration shall include, but is not limited
to:
• Items required under Section 154.188 (F) of this Ordinance
(J) Suspension of Registration
(1) When Suspension is Warranted. The City may suspend a cannabis retail
business’s registration if it violates the ordinance of City or poses an immediate
threat to the health or safety of the public. The City shall immediately notify the
cannabis retail business in writing the grounds for the suspension.
(2) Notification to OCM. The City shall immediately notify the OCM in writing
the grounds for the suspension. OCM will provide City and cannabis business
retailer a response to the complaint within seven calendar days and perform any
necessary inspections within 30 calendar days.
(3) Length of Suspension. The suspension of a cannabis retail business
registration may be for up to 30 calendar days, unless OCM suspends the license
for a longer period. The business may not make sales to customers if their
registration is suspended. The City may reinstate a registration if it determines
that the violations have been resolved. The City shall reinstate a registration if
OCM determines that the violation(s) have been resolved.
(4) Civil Penalties. Subject to Minn. Stat. 342.22, subd. 5(e) the City may impose
a civil penalty, as specified in the City’s Fee Schedule, for registration violations,
not to exceed $2,000.
(K) Limiting of Registrations. The City shall limit the number of cannabis retail
businesses to no fewer than one registration for every 12,500 residents within the City’s
boundaries. The City shall limit the number of cannabis retail businesses to one(1).
(L) Requirements for Cannabis Businesses
(1) Minimum Buffer Requirements. The City shall prohibit the operation of a
retail cannabis business within the following buffer distances. Buffer distances
shall be interpreted to be (1) the shortest route on public streets, (2) the shortest
route along a public sidewalk or (3) the shortest route along a private
sidewalk open to the public, whichever of these is shorter, from measured
between the primary public entrance of the cannabis business to and the primary
entrance of the use identified herein:
(a) 1,000 feet from a school.
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(b) 300 feet from a day care.
(c) 300 feet from a residential treatment facility.
(d) 500 feet from an attraction within a public park that is regularly used
by minors, including a playground or athletic field.
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. 462.367 subd. 14, nothing in Section 3.1 shall prohibit an
active cannabis business or a cannabis business seeking registration from
continuing operation at the same site if any school, daycare, residential treatment
facility, or attraction within a public park that is regularly used by minors moves
within the minimum buffer zone.
(M) Zoning and Land Use
(1) Cannabis businesses licensed or endorsed for Cultivation, Hemp
Manufacture, Hemp or Cannabis Wholesale, Cannabis Transportation, Cannabis
Delivery, Cannabis Mezzobusiness, or Cannabis Microbusiness, are permitted in
the Light Industrial District, and subject to all other regulations of the City Code
and as required by Section 154.140 through Section 154.144. Such uses shall not
be permitted any retail activity or endorsements to qualify as permitted uses in the
L-I, Light Industrial District.
(2) Cannabis businesses licensed for cannabis retail are a permitted use in the C-
Commercial District, and subject to all other regulations of the City Code and as
required by Section 154.120 through Section 125.
(N) Hours of Operation.
The sale of cannabis at any retail business shall be prohibited between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m.,
Monday through Saturday, and between 2 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Sundays.
(O) Advertising. Cannabis businesses are permitted to erect signage as allowed by the
City’s sign regulations in Chapter 157 of the City Code.
(P) Temporary Cannabis Events. Any individual or business seeking to obtain a cannabis
event license must provide OCM information about the time, location, layout, number of
business participants, and hours of operation. No cannabis event shall last for more than
four (4) days. A cannabis event organizer must receive City approval, including obtaining
any necessary permits or licenses issued by a local unit of government before holding a
cannabis event.
(1) License or Permit Required for Temporary Cannabis Events
(a) License Required. A cannabis event organizer license entitles the
license holder to organize a temporary cannabis event lasting no more than
four days. In addition to the requirements of this section, the applicant
shall follow and be subject to the applicable requirements of Section
154.190, Temporary Structures and Uses.
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(b) Registration & Application Procedure. A registration fee, as
established in City’s fee schedule, shall be charged to applicants for
Tempora ry Cannabis Events.
(c) Application Submittal & Review. The City shall require an application
for Temporary Cannabis Events.
(d) An applicant for a temporary cannabis event registration shall fill out
an application form, as provided by the City. Said form shall include, but
is not limited to:
1. Full name of the property owner and applicant;
2. Address, email address, and telephone number of the applicant;
3. Written authorization of the owner(s) of the premise(s) on which
the temporary cannabis event is to be held.
4. Whether the exhibitors or attendees at the event will sell
cannabis products at the event.
5. Evidence of compliance with the requirements of the City’s
buffer distances in Section 154.188 (L) and Section 154.188 (M)
if retail sales of cannabis products will be permitted.
6. A sketch plan of the premises on which the temporary event will
be held, including facilities such as shelters, canopies, restroom
facilities, parking, and other related support facilities.
(e) The applicant shall include with the form:
1. The application fee as required in Section 154.188 (P)(1)(b);
2. A copy of the OCM cannabis event license application,
submitted pursuant to 342.39 subd. 2. The application shall be
submitted to the City of St. Anthony, or other designee for review.
If the designee determines that a submitted application is
incomplete, they shall return the application to the applicant with
the notice of deficiencies.
(f) Once an application is considered complete, the designee shall inform
the applicant as such, process the application fees, and forward the
application to the (insert staff/department, or elected body that will
approve or deny the request) for approval or denial.
(g) The application fee shall be non-refundable once processed.
(h) The application for a license for a Temporary Cannabis Event shall
meet the following standards:
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(2) No temporary cannabis event shall permit smoking of any cannabis product
on the premises of the event.
(3) A request for a Temporary Cannabis Event that meets the requirements of this
Section shall be approved in accordance with the process for Special Event
Permits in Section 154.190.
(4) A request for a Temporary Cannabis Event that does not meet the requirements
of this Section shall be denied. The City shall notify the applicant of the standards
not met and basis for denial. The City Council may require an applicant whose
request is denied to submit a new application, or the Council may permit the
applicant to modify the application, at the discretion of the City Council.
(Q) Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles
(1) Sale of Low-Potency Hemp Edibles or Low-Potency Hemp Beverages for off -
site consumption. The sale of Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages for off -site
consumption is permitted, subject to the conditions within this Section.
(a) Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages are permitted as a retail sales use
for off-site consumption (off-sale) in any premise which holds a valid
tobacco sales license in the City of St. Anthony.
(b) Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages shall be stored behind a counter in
a locked case, not directly available to the customer.
(2) Sale of Low-Potency Hemp Edibles or Low-Potency Hemp Beverages for on-
site consumption. The sale of Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages for on-site
consumption is permitted, subject to the conditions within this Section.
(a) Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages are permitted as a retail sales use
for on-site consumption (on -sale) only in establishments licensed to serve
alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption (on-sale).
Section 2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to make the changes required by this Ordinance
as part of the Official St. Anthony City Code, and to renumber the tables and
chapters accordingly as necessary to provide the intended effect of this Ordinance.
The City Clerk is further directed to make necessary corrections to any internal
citations that result from said renumbering process, provided that such changes
retain the purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance as has been adopted.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage
and publication. This ordinance may be published by summary publication,
per a duly adopted resolution of the City Council. The ordinance in its entirety
and any related map shall be posted on the City website after publication. Copies
of the complete Ordinance and map are available online and at St. Anthony
City Hall for examination upon request.
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ADOPTED BY the St. Anthony City Council this ____ day of ______, 2024.
__________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
AYES:
NAYS:
Reviewed for Administration:
_______________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
HENNEPIN AND RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ST. ANTHONY,
AMENDING SECTION 154.188 OF THE CITY CODE
REGULATING CANNABIS BUSINESSES
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ST. ANTHONY HEREBY ORDAINS:
Section 1. Section 154.188 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 154.188. Cannabis Businesses and Zoning
(A) Findings and Purpose
(1) The City of St. Anthony (hereinafter “City”) makes the following legislative
findings: The purpose of this ordinance is to implement the provisions of
Minnesota Statutes, chapter 342, which authorizes the City to protect the public
health, safety, welfare of City residents by regulating cannabis businesses within
the legal boundaries of City.
The City finds and concludes that the proposed provisions are appropriate and
lawful land use regulations for City, that the proposed amendments will promote
the community's interest in reasonable stability in zoning for now and in the
future, and that the proposed provisions are in the public interest and for the
public good.
(B) Authority & Jurisdiction
(1) The City has the authority to adopt this ordinance pursuant to:
(a) Minn. Stat. 342.13(c), regarding the authority of a local unit of
government to adopt reasonable restrictions of the time, place, and manner
of the operation of a cannabis business provided that such restrictions do
not prohibit the establishment or operation of cannabis businesses.
(b) Minn. Stat. 342.22, regarding the local registration and enforcement
requirements of state-licensed cannabis retail businesses and lower-
potency hemp edible retail businesses.
(c) Minn. Stat. 152.0263, Subd. 5, regarding the use of cannabis in public
places.
(d) Minn. Stat. 462.357, regarding the authority of a local authority to
adopt zoning ordinances.
This Ordinance shall be applicable to the legal boundaries of the City of
St. Anthony, in both Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, and shall count total
licensed facilities as if the City were in one county.
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(C) Severability
If any section, clause, provision, or portion of this ordinance is adjudged
unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of
this ordinance shall not be affected thereby.
(D) Enforcement
The City Manager or designee is responsible for the administration and
enforcement of this ordinance. Any violation of the provisions of this ordinance or
failure to comply with any of its requirements constitutes a misdemeanor and is
punishable as defined by law. Violations of this ordinance can occur regardless of
whether or not a permit is required for a regulated activity listed in this ordinance.
(E) Definitions
(1) Unless otherwise noted in this section, words and phrases contained in Minn.
Stat. 342.01 and the rules promulgated pursuant to any of these acts, shall have
the same meanings in this ordinance.
(2) Cannabis Cultivation: A cannabis business licensed by the State to grow
cannabis plants within the approved amount of space from seed or immature plant
to mature plant. Harvest cannabis flower from mature plant, package and label
immature plants and seedlings and cannabis flower for sale to other cannabis
businesses, transport cannabis flower to a cannabis manufacturer located on the
same premises, and perform other actions approved by the office.
(3) Cannabis Retail Businesses: A retail location and the retail location(s) of a
mezzobusiness with a retail operations endorsement, microbusiness with a retail
operations endorsement, medical combination businesses operating a retail
location, (and/excluding) lower-potency hemp edible retailers.
(4) Cannabis Retailer: Any person, partnership, firm, corporation, or association,
foreign or domestic, selling cannabis product to a consumer and not for the
purpose of resale in any form.
(5) Daycare: A location licensed with the Minnesota Department of Human
Services to provide the care of a child in a residence outside the child's own home
for gain or otherwise, on a regular basis, for any part of a 24-hour day.
(6) Lower-potency Hemp Edible: As defined under Minn. Stat. 342.01 subd. 50.
(7) Office of Cannabis Management: Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management,
referred to as “OCM” in this ordinance.
(8) Place of Public Accommodation: A business, accommodation, refreshment,
entertainment, recreation, or transportation facility of any kind, whether licensed
or not, whose goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages or
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accommodations are extended, offered, sold, or otherwise made available to the
public.
(9) Preliminary License Approval: OCM pre-approval for a cannabis business
license for applicants who qualify under Minn. Stat. 342.17.
(10) Public Place: A public park or trail, public street or sidewalk; any enclosed,
indoor area used by the general public, including, but not limited to, restaurants;
bars; any other food or liquor establishment; hospitals; nursing homes;
auditoriums; arenas; gyms; meeting rooms; common areas of rental apartment
buildings, and other places of public accommodation.
(11) Residential Treatment Facility: As defined under Minn. Stat. 245.462 subd.
23.
(12) Retail Registration: An approved registration issued by the City to a state-
licensed cannabis retail business.
(13) School: A public school as defined under Minn. Stat. 120A.05 or a nonpublic
school that must meet the reporting requirements under Minn. Stat. 120A.24.
(14) State License: An approved license issued by the State of Minnesota’s Office
of Cannabis Management to a cannabis retail business.
(F) Registration of Cannabis Businesses
(1) Consent to registering of Cannabis Businesses
No individual or entity may operate a state-licensed cannabis retail business
within the City of St. Anthony without first registering with City. Any state-
licensed cannabis retail business that sells to a customer or patient without valid
retail registration shall incur a civil penalty of (up to $2,000) for each violation.
(2) Compliance Checks Prior to Retail Registration
Prior to issuance of a cannabis retail business registration, the City shall conduct a
preliminary compliance check to ensure compliance with local ordinances.
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. 342, within 30 days of receiving a copy of a state license
application from OCM, the City shall certify on a form provided by OCM
whether a proposed cannabis retail business complies with local zoning
ordinances and, if applicable, whether the proposed business complies with the
state fire code and building code.
(3) Registration & Application Procedure
(a) Fees. The City shall not charge an application fee. A registration fee,
as established in City’s fee schedule, shall be charged to applicants
depending on the type of retail business registration applied for. An initial
retail registration fee shall not exceed $500 or half the amount of an initial
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state license fee under Minn. Stat. 342.11, whichever is less. The initial
registration fee shall include the initial retail registration fee and the first
annual renewal fee. Any renewal retail registration fee imposed by City
shall be charged at the time of the second renewal and each subsequent
renewal thereafter. A renewal retail registration fee shall not exceed
$1,000 or half the amount of a renewal state license fee under Minn. Stat.
342.11, whichever is less. A medical combination business operating an
adult-use retail location may only be charged a single registration fee, not
to exceed the lesser of a single retail registration fee, defined under this
section, of the adult-use retail business.
(b) Application Submittal. The City shall issue a retail registration to a
state-licensed cannabis retail business that adheres to the requirements of
Minn. Stat. 342.22.
(c) An applicant for a retail registration shall fill out an application form,
as provided by the City. Said form shall include, but is not limited to:
1. Full name of the property owner and applicant;
2. Address, email address, and telephone number of the applicant;
3. The address and parcel ID for the property which the retail
registration is sought;
4. Certification that the applicant complies with the requirements
of local ordinances established pursuant to Minn. Stat. 342.13.
5. (Insert additional standards here)
(d) The applicant shall include with the form:
1. The application fee as required in the City’s Fee Schedule.
2. A copy of a valid state license or written notice of OCM license
preapproval.
3. Other information requested by the City Manager determined to
be necessary for City registration.
(e) Once an application is considered complete, the (insert local
government designee) shall inform the applicant as such, process the
application fees, and forward the application to the (insert
staff/department, or elected body that will approve or deny the request) for
approval or denial.
(f) The application fee shall be non-refundable once processed.
(4) Application Approval
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(a) A state-licensed cannabis retail business application shall not be
approved if the cannabis retail business would exceed the maximum
number of registered cannabis retail businesses permitted under Section
154.188 (K).
(b) A state-licensed cannabis retail business application shall not be
approved or renewed if the applicant is unable to meet the requirements of
this ordinance.
(c) A state-licensed cannabis retail business application that meets the
requirements of this ordinance shall be approved.
(G) Annual Compliance Checks.
The City shall complete at minimum one compliance check per calendar year of
every cannabis business to assess if the business meets age verification
requirements, as required under [Minn. Stat. 342.22 Subd. 4(b) and Minn. Stat.
342.24] and this/these [chapter/section/ordinances]. The City shall conduct at
minimum one unannounced age verification compliance check at least once per
calendar year. Age verification compliance checks shall involve persons at least
17 years of age but under the age of 21 who, with the prior written consent of a
parent or guardian if the person is under the age of 18, attempt to purchase adult-
use cannabis flower, adult-use cannabis products, lower-potency hemp edibles, or
hemp-derived consumer products under the direct supervision of a law
enforcement officer or an employee of the local unit of government.
Any failures under this section must be reported to the Office of Cannabis
Management.
(H) Location Change.
If a state-licensed cannabis retail business seeks to move to a new location still
within the legal boundaries of City, it shall notify City of the proposed location
change, and submit necessary information to meet all the criteria in this paragraph
without the need for a new registration or fee.
(I) Renewal of Registration
The City shall renew an annual registration of a state-licensed cannabis retail
business at the same time OCM renews the cannabis retail business’ license. A
state-licensed cannabis retail business shall apply to renew registration on a form
established by City. A cannabis retail registration issued under this ordinance shall
not be transferred.
(1) Renewal Fees.
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The City may charge a renewal fee for the registration starting at the second
renewal, as established in City’s fee schedule.
(2) Renewal Application.
The application for renewal of a retail registration shall include, but is not limited
to:
• Items required under Section 154.188 (F) of this Ordinance
(J) Suspension of Registration
(1) When Suspension is Warranted. The City may suspend a cannabis retail
business’s registration if it violates the ordinance of City or poses an immediate
threat to the health or safety of the public. The City shall immediately notify the
cannabis retail business in writing the grounds for the suspension.
(2) Notification to OCM. The City shall immediately notify the OCM in writing
the grounds for the suspension. OCM will provide City and cannabis business
retailer a response to the complaint within seven calendar days and perform any
necessary inspections within 30 calendar days.
(3) Length of Suspension. The suspension of a cannabis retail business
registration may be for up to 30 calendar days, unless OCM suspends the license
for a longer period. The business may not make sales to customers if their
registration is suspended. The City may reinstate a registration if it determines
that the violations have been resolved. The City shall reinstate a registration if
OCM determines that the violation(s) have been resolved.
(4) Civil Penalties. Subject to Minn. Stat. 342.22, subd. 5(e) the City may impose
a civil penalty, as specified in the City’s Fee Schedule, for registration violations,
not to exceed $2,000.
(K) Limiting of Registrations. The City shall limit the number of cannabis retail
businesses to no fewer than one registration for every 12,500 residents within the City’s
boundaries. The City shall limit the number of cannabis retail businesses to one(1).
(L) Requirements for Cannabis Businesses
(1) Minimum Buffer Requirements. The City shall prohibit the operation of a
retail cannabis business within the following buffer distances. Buffer distances
shall be interpreted to be (1) the shortest route on public streets, (2) the shortest
route along a public sidewalk or (3) the shortest route along a private sidewalk
open to the public, whichever of these is shorter, measured between the primary
public entrance of the cannabis business and the primary entrance of the use
identified herein:
(a) 1,000 feet from a school.
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(b) 300 feet from a day care.
(c) 300 feet from a residential treatment facility.
(d) 500 feet from an attraction within a public park that is regularly used
by minors, including a playground or athletic field.
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. 462.367 subd. 14, nothing in Section 3.1 shall prohibit an
active cannabis business or a cannabis business seeking registration from
continuing operation at the same site if any school, daycare, residential treatment
facility, or attraction within a public park that is regularly used by minors moves
within the minimum buffer zone.
(M) Zoning and Land Use
(1) Cannabis businesses licensed or endorsed for Cultivation, Hemp
Manufacture, Hemp or Cannabis Wholesale, Cannabis Transportation, Cannabis
Delivery, Cannabis Mezzobusiness, or Cannabis Microbusiness, are permitted in
the Light Industrial District, and subject to all other regulations of the City Code
and as required by Section 154.140 through Section 154.144. Such uses shall not
be permitted any retail activity or endorsements to qualify as permitted uses in the
L-I, Light Industrial District.
(2) Cannabis businesses licensed for cannabis retail are a permitted use in the C-
Commercial District, and subject to all other regulations of the City Code and as
required by Section 154.120 through Section 125.
(N) Hours of Operation.
The sale of cannabis at any retail business shall be prohibited between 2 a.m. and 8 a.m.,
Monday through Saturday, and between 2 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Sundays.
(O) Advertising. Cannabis businesses are permitted to erect signage as allowed by the
City’s sign regulations in Chapter 157 of the City Code.
(P) Temporary Cannabis Events. Any individual or business seeking to obtain a cannabis
event license must provide OCM information about the time, location, layout, number of
business participants, and hours of operation. No cannabis event shall last for more than
four (4) days. A cannabis event organizer must receive City approval, including obtaining
any necessary permits or licenses issued by a local unit of government before holding a
cannabis event.
(1) License or Permit Required for Temporary Cannabis Events
(a) License Required. A cannabis event organizer license entitles the
license holder to organize a temporary cannabis event lasting no more than
four days. In addition to the requirements of this section, the applicant
shall follow and be subject to the applicable requirements of Section
154.190, Temporary Structures and Uses.
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(b) Registration & Application Procedure. A registration fee, as
established in City’s fee schedule, shall be charged to applicants for
Temporary Cannabis Events.
(c) Application Submittal & Review. The City shall require an application
for Temporary Cannabis Events.
(d) An applicant for a temporary cannabis event registration shall fill out
an application form, as provided by the City. Said form shall include, but
is not limited to:
1. Full name of the property owner and applicant;
2. Address, email address, and telephone number of the applicant;
3. Written authorization of the owner(s) of the premise(s) on which
the temporary cannabis event is to be held.
4. Whether the exhibitors or attendees at the event will sell
cannabis products at the event.
5. Evidence of compliance with the requirements of the City’s
buffer distances in Section 154.188 (L) and Section 154.188 (M) if
retail sales of cannabis products will be permitted.
6. A sketch plan of the premises on which the temporary event will
be held, including facilities such as shelters, canopies, restroom
facilities, parking, and other related support facilities.
(e) The applicant shall include with the form:
1. The application fee as required in Section 154.188 (P)(1)(b);
2. A copy of the OCM cannabis event license application,
submitted pursuant to 342.39 subd. 2. The application shall be
submitted to the City of St. Anthony, or other designee for review.
If the designee determines that a submitted application is
incomplete, they shall return the application to the applicant with
the notice of deficiencies.
(f) Once an application is considered complete, the designee shall inform
the applicant as such, process the application fees, and forward the
application to the (insert staff/department, or elected body that will
approve or deny the request) for approval or denial.
(g) The application fee shall be non-refundable once processed.
(h) The application for a license for a Temporary Cannabis Event shall
meet the following standards:
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(2) No temporary cannabis event shall permit smoking of any cannabis product
on the premises of the event.
(3) A request for a Temporary Cannabis Event that meets the requirements of this
Section shall be approved in accordance with the process for Special Event
Permits in Section 154.190.
(4) A request for a Temporary Cannabis Event that does not meet the requirements
of this Section shall be denied. The City shall notify the applicant of the standards
not met and basis for denial. The City Council may require an applicant whose
request is denied to submit a new application, or the Council may permit the
applicant to modify the application, at the discretion of the City Council.
(Q) Lower-Potency Hemp Edibles
(1) Sale of Low-Potency Hemp Edibles or Low-Potency Hemp Beverages for off-
site consumption. The sale of Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages for off-site
consumption is permitted, subject to the conditions within this Section.
(a) Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages are permitted as a retail sales use
for off-site consumption (off-sale) in any premise which holds a valid
tobacco sales license in the City of St. Anthony.
(b) Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages shall be stored behind a counter in
a locked case, not directly available to the customer.
(2) Sale of Low-Potency Hemp Edibles or Low-Potency Hemp Beverages for on-
site consumption. The sale of Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages for on-site
consumption is permitted, subject to the conditions within this Section.
(a) Low-Potency Edibles or Beverages are permitted as a retail sales use
for on-site consumption (on-sale) only in establishments licensed to serve
alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption (on-sale).
Section 2.The City Clerk is hereby directed to make the changes required by this Ordinance
as part of the Official St. Anthony City Code, and to renumber the tables and
chapters accordingly as necessary to provide the intended effect of this Ordinance.
The City Clerk is further directed to make necessary corrections to any internal
citations that result from said renumbering process, provided that such changes
retain the purpose and intent of the Zoning Ordinance as has been adopted.
Section 3.This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage
and publication. This ordinance may be published by summary publication,
per a duly adopted resolution of the City Council. The ordinance in its entirety
and any related map shall be posted on the City website after publication. Copies
of the complete Ordinance and map are available online and at St. Anthony
City Hall for examination upon request.
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ADOPTED BY the St. Anthony City Council this 22nd day of October, 2024.
__________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
AYES:
NAYS:
Reviewed for Administration:
_______________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 24-071
A RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY PUBLICATION FOR ORDINANCE 2024-05
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of St. Anthony has enacted the above referenced ordinance concerning
the recodification of the City Code and;
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, section 412.191, subdivision 4 allows publication by title and summary in the
case of lengthy ordinances or those containing maps or charts; and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes that the following summary would clearly inform the public of the intent
of Ordinance 2024-05.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that: the following summary of Ordinance 2024-05 shall be
published in the official paper in lieu of the entire ordinance.
SUMMARY PUBLICATION
Ordinance 2024-05
An Ordinance Amending Section 154.188 of the St. Anthony Village City Code
Regulating Cannabis Businesses
The City Council of the City of St. Anthony adopted Ordinance 2024-05 on October 22, 2025, amending Section
154.188 of the St. Anthony City Code Regulating Cannabis Businesses.
The full Ordinance is available for review at City Hall, St. Anthony City Hall, 3301 Silver Lake Road, St.
Anthony, MN 55418.
Adopted this 22nd day of October, 2024.
____________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:_____________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
Reviewed for administration: _____________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
MEMORANDUM
To: St. Anthony Village City Council
From: Charlie Yunker, City Manager and Jeff Spiess, Police Chief
Date: October 22, 2024 City Council Meeting
Request: Renewal of Police Partnership with the City of Falcon Heights
BACKGROUND
In early 2024, officials from the City of Falcon Heights approached Saint Anthony Village on renewing a policing
services partnership.
Falcon Heights has contracted with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office since January 2018, and the contract will
expire on February 28, 2025. Falcon Heights is seeking a long-term policing services beginning on March 1, 2025.
Saint Anthony Village currently provides policing services to the City of Lauderdale and previously provided
policing services to Falcon Heights between 1994 and 2017. The previous partnership with Falcon Heights was
highly valued in both communities.
On April 23, 2024 the City Council approved continuing the exploratory process of a renewed police service
partnership with the City of Falcon Heights. As a part of the discussion, Council noted the following particular
items they would like to review as the process continues:
• Lessons learned from the previous relationship
• A Police Department SWOT Analysis
• Benefits to the City and the Police department on a renewed partnership
• Appropriately sharing/mitigating risk
• Financial plan that would not increase the Saint Anthony tax levy from a renewed partnership
• A staffing plan and timeline to support expansion of the department when hiring is very challenging
Staff has continued to work through the exploratory process and is offering an update on the following areas:
• Background
• Decision Timeline
• Benefits and risks
• Lesson Learned from Previous Partnership
• Police Department SWOT Analysis
• Department Staff Feedback
• Phased Staffing Plan
• Contract
• Appropriate Sharing of Financial Risk
• Financial Plan
• Facility Needs
DECISION TIMELINE
City of Falcon Heights explored temporary options with neighboring agencies on temporary services without
success and made a request to the Ramsey County Sherrif’s Office (RCSO) to extend services through 2025. The
RCSO declined and offered no more than two extra months of coverage, through February 28, 2025.
This is the rationale behind the Appendix A added to the draft contract that references adding service level over
time beginning on March 1, 2025. This also impacts the approach for adding additional officer and staff to
support the City of Falcon Heights, and the financial support needed to do so without impacting the City of Saint
Anthony Village tax levy, which is reflected in the staffing section below.
LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PREVIOUS RELATIONSHIP & SHARING RISK
As formal and informal conversations have taken place and community feedback has been received on this
topic, three areas of concern have been raised:
• Ensure participating City Councils foster an effective partner relationship
• Clearly defined service expectations, chain of command, and authority over policing strategies
• Appropriate sharing of financial impact related to extraordinary incidents
Staff has the below ideas to offer for consideration on addressing these areas:
CITY COUNCILS’ RELATIONSHIP
The three participating City Councils should establish a formal or informal commitment to regularly
communicating and building relationships. This could include coordinating attendance at conferences and
events or an annual joint formal meeting that may or may not focus on police services.
The overall objective is that the policy-makers who ultimately control the partnership maintain continuity as
members change and each community evolves to enhance stability for the Police Department and the Police
Officers who would serve the combined communities of Saint Anthony Village, Falcon Heights and Lauderdale.
CLEARLY DEFINED SERVICE EXPECTATIONS
The top administrative personnel from each city and the chosen command staff from the Police Department
should meet and discuss police services and community needs on a regular basis. This will be in the form of a
Joint Operations Committee that will meet quarterly.
PHASE 1
Consider
Concept
PHASE 2
Stakeholder
Input
PHASE 3
Partnership
Decision
PHASE 4
Implement
The objective would be to improve communication between the partner cities and ensure expectations of the
Police Department are clearly understood and balances consistency with the unique needs of each partner city.
SHARING FINANCIAL IMPACT
City staff from Saint Anthony and Falcon Heights coordinated with our respective City Attorneys and the League
of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust to draft language to address this concern.
ST. ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT SWOT ANALYSIS & BENEFITS TO THE CITY AND POLICE DEPARTMENT
Police Department leadership staff conducted a SWOT Analysis, and the breakdown below expands on the
identified aspects. It also contains the anticipated benefits to the Police Department, and thus to the City of
Saint Anthony Village of a renewed partnership within the ‘Opportunities’ section:
ST. ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT INPUT
From the beginning of the discussion on a possible renewed partnership, the perspective of the police
department was a top priority for City leadership to receive. The City engaged Ethical Leaders in Action, Inc. to
gather that input and communicate the department personnel’s input for the Council to consider along with the
broader community input.
Nearly all department personnel including command staff, patrol officers, investigations and non-sworn staff
were interviewed over multiple days. At this point, officers have a range of perspectives on the concept of a
renewed partnership, while also expressing their commitment to professionalism, belief in their work culture,
and their support and trust in the department leadership. In addition, it is critical that any renewed partnership
is done right, and themes around what that means are listed below.
For the St. Anthony Police Department, these primary themes emerged as top priorities for the City to consider:
RELATIONSHIP CONCERNS OPERATIONAL CONCERNS
• Mutual trust needs to be established and
relations need to be developed
• Confidence that the department will be
supported when use of force incidents
occur
• Cannot provide effective services before 1/1/2026
• Recruitment and training for new officers are top
priority
• Expansion of police facility would be necessary
STAFFING PLAN
The department analyzed call data and identified the following additional personnel to support expansion:
Patrol Officers Additional patrol officers same as previous contract 4
Swing Shift Patrol Additional officers during high call volume time 2
Investigator Investigative capacity to adequately address call type needs 1
Community Engagement Officer Sworn officer to coordinate community engagement for all cities 1
Administrative Support Additional administrative capacity similar to previous contract 1
Total additional personnel needed 9
CURRENT STATUS
On July 1, 2024, the authorized sworn officer strength of the Police Department increased to 22. The current
staffing level is at 19, and there is one candidate in the background process and 1 additional interview scheduled
at this time. In order to increase the applicant pool and ability to hire qualified police officers, the Police
Department proposes the following approaches:
EXPANSION OF THE CADET PROGRAM
There has been increased interest in the Cadet program, which has a current authorized strength of two
(2). The police department has two cadets, who will complete their college education and the Skills
program in 2025. Many police departments are finding most success in a long-term solution, in which
potential new officers are identified while still completing their college degrees. The department would
pay for part of their education, while also employing them as a Cadet on a part-time basis. Once their
education is complete, they would be hired as a full-time police officer. Staff is proposing that this
authorized strength be increased to six (6), which will increase our ability to promote more cadet
candidates to the police officer position when they have finished their required college education. An
evaluation of hourly compensation and incentives should also be conducted to ensure that St. Anthony
is consistent with industry standards.
HIRING BONUS
Staff proposes offering a one-time hiring bonus for entry level officers and hiring bonus for lateral level
officers. Half of the bonus would be paid upon successful completion of the field training program and
the remaining balance at the end of the one-year probationary period. Each officer would be required to
repay this amount if their employment ends either voluntarily or involuntarily within two years of the
date of hire.
REFERRAL BONUS
Staff proposes the offering of a one-time lump sum referral bonus to any current St. Anthony Police
Department employee who refers an eligible police officer who applies, is hired, and successfully
completes the field training program.
RETENTION BONUS
Retaining employees is a critical component of any department’s staffing needs. Hiring a new officer that is
self-sufficient takes thousands of dollars and approximately 6-9 months’ time. During the building phase of
2025, there will be an increased workload on current personnel, and it is important that they are supported
and given additional financial incentive to remain a member of the St. Anthony Police Department. Staff is
recommending a retention bonus for all current licensed police officers and office staff who are employed
during the entire year of 2025, payable as a percentage of their annual base salary.
UPGRADED FACILITY COMMITMENT
A significant upgrade to the current police facility or a new facility is necessary for the daily operation of a
modern 21st century police department. This is due to the need for space for additional personnel, evidence
handling and retention, officer wellness, training, emergency operations, and aesthetics. This will make St.
Anthony consistent with most other police departments in the metropolitan area. As a recruitment tool, this
is vitally important. Staff recommends a stated commitment by the City Council to pursue this goal,
consistent with plans set forth by the Oertel Architects, Ltd.
CONTRACT
Staff has used the current contract with the City of Lauderdale to enhance and integrate Council feedback to
address risks. The current draft is included in the packet for review. Various areas were updated including:
• Updated grammatical, clarifying and formatting changes throughout
• Definitions added and expanded language on services, termination and breach
• Expanded liability and financial risk sharing language added
• Addendum added to cover implementation phase:
• March 1, 2025 – Initial phase of patrol as able and emergency response
• July 1, 2026 (or as agreed upon) – Mid-stage phase to commit to daily patrol and emergency calls
• January 1, 2027 (or as agreed upon) – Full-stage phase of full staff and full services
FINANCIAL PLAN
The financial aspects of this exploration can be categorized into three areas:
• Contract price approach and annual charge
• Personnel and operating needs and related costs
• Facility upgrades needs
RAMP-UP SERVICES CONTRACT PRICE
Given the short timeline to begin even minimal services, applying the proposed pricing approach in the initial
stages would be extremely difficult. Staff from Saint Anthony Village and Falcon Heights have agreed that a
“lump sum” pricing approach for the initial phases is appropriate for simplicity and ensuring there is no levy
impact for Saint Anthony residents. Proposed pricing is below based on available hours of active patrol and
covers all recruitment and training costs and all equipment costs. Falcon Heights will be billed monthly, and the
Options Committee will determine when to move tiers:
8 Hour 12 Hour 16 Hour 20 Hour 24 Hour
Personnel $686,433 $843,288 $1,010,143 $1,196,999 $1,423,854
Equipment $191,660 $191,660 $191,660 $191,660 $191,660
Total $878,093 $1,034,948 $1,201,803 $1,388,659 $1,615,514
CONTRACT APPROACH AND PRICE (FULL-SERVICE SCOPE)
Determined by allocating costs based on a 50/50 blend of population percentage and call volume percentage,
applied to total police costs. Numbers are rounded for clarity:
POPULATIONS CALLS FOR SERVICE BLENDED COMBINED
COST ALLOCATION (2020 US CENSUS) (YEARLY AVERAGES ON
SAV METHODOLOGY)
TOTAL SAV FH LD TOTAL SAV FH LD 50% SAV FH LD
17,000 9,300 5,400 2,300 12,800 7,900 2,800 2,100 POP 55% 32% 14% 55% 32% 14% 62% 22% 16% CALLS 62% 22% 16%
BLENDED 58% 27% 15%
Based on methodology, below is the estimated contract range. This is updated from the previous estimate based
on 2025 budgeted costs that include the upward pressure on wages for sworn officers. Numbers are rounded for
clarity and accelerated by a 4% inflation assumption for 2026:
Additional personnel, operating and equipment costs $1,615,500
Shared Fixed costs and capital contribution* $263,700
Approximate contract price in 2026 $1,879,200
This approach would take effect when full staffing is achieved, and full services can be delivered.
*All or a portion of can be dedicated to funding facility renovations/expansions.
FACILITY UPGRADES NEEDS
The police department, as a component of the 1996 city hall building, is short on space and does not meet
current demands. Since this building was constructed, both Saint Anthony Village and policing have changed.
• Current Police Department: 9,200 sf
• If it was constructed today: 30,000 sf
Staff has been in discussion with architects on the Police Department facility about short term and long-term
needs for the department and how that relates to the building and space usage. Staff highlighted a need for a
professional work environment to attract recruits to a changing police department, including:
• Repurpose existing spaces to be more useable
• Need for training and meeting space
• Larger secure evidence storage
• Improve daylight access
• Indoor garage for all department vehicles
• Expansion of evidence processing and storage
space beyond previous scope
• Add additional equipment storage
• Rework locker rooms
• Improve reception area
• Larger garage and secured storage
• Addition of officer workstations and offices
• Dedicated spaces for classroom style
training and tactical style training and
related storage
To date, staff has identified two options for the Council to consider and explore:
PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY
EXPAND CURRENT FACILITY
From the beginning of the exploratory process community feedback was clear that in increase to the tax levy as
a result of expanding the Police Department was not supported. Thus, revenue from a police services contract
would need to cover additional operational costs as well as any capital investment. The scope of facility
investment has outgrown a single source of revenue so outside support is necessary.
The common practice in cities today is combining
Police and Fire Department facilities into a joint
Public Safety Facility model. This allows for shared
conference/training, fitness, and the Emergency
Operations facilities.
In the exploration process staff engaged with
architects to consider options and preliminarily, an
approach could work of expanding the existing Fire
Department facility. This would address space
needs for the Fire Department that has grown since
the building was constructed.
This option is estimated to cost $12MM - $15MM,
and would require outside assistance in the form of
State Bonding, Federal funding, grants, etc. It would
also require a re-examination of the City’s Street
reconstruction program to avoid levy impact.
The existing roof structure is designed to
carry snow and wind loads, which are
less than the load of a second floor.
Thus, lateral expansion and reworking of
the current layout would be required.
Architects are working on a plan to
maximize what is available as much as
possible, at a preliminary estimated cost
of $5MM.
This would not include all amenities
desired by the department due to the
nature of the structure and the options
for renovations available.
Some renovations can be started with
the contract revenue to better fit needs
and make the space more useful in the
future use if the department moves.
CONSIDERATIONS OF CURRENT BUILDING VS FIRE DEPARTMENT ADDITION
CURRENT BUILDING PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
• Reconfiguration
could maximize use
of existing footprint
• Construction
method limits
reconfiguration
ability and space
• Ability to share
duplicate needs of
Fire and Police
• Cost is prohibitive
for taxpayers to
fund without
outside help
DECISION POINTS
Over the course of the year, staff from both Saint Anthony Village and Falcon Heights have worked to address
risks and concerns with a renewed partnership, including:
• Revising the contract to better protect from financial impacts of critical incidents
• Addressing department feedback and protecting from additional required overtime
• A financial plan to ensure no levy impact to Saint Anthony taxpayers
• Began work toward a facility upgrade solution that is feasible for the community
FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
Below are the specific decision points for the City Council:
• Approval of renewing the policing services partnership with Falcon Heights
• Authorize staff to complete negotiations and finalize draft contract to be effective March 1, 2025
• Commitment to facility upgrades
ATTACHMENTS:
• Presentation
• DRAFT Contract
• Resolution 24-072
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Renewed Police Services Contract Between
Saint Anthony Village and Falcon Heights
Phase 3 Partnership Decision
October 22, 2024 City Council Work Meeting
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
In early 2024, officials from the City of Falcon Heights approached
Saint Anthony Village on renewing a policing services partnership.
Falcon Heights has contracted with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s
Office since January 2018, and the contract will expire on
February 28, 2025. Falcon Heights is seeking long-term policing
services beginning on March 1, 2025.
Saint Anthony Village currently provides policing services to the
City of Lauderdale and previously provided policing services to
Falcon Heights from 1994 through 2017. The previous partnership
with Falcon Heights was highly valued in both communities.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
On April 23, 2024 the City Council approved continuing the
exploratory process of a renewed police service partnership with
the City of Falcon Heights.
As a part of the discussion Council noted the following particular
items they would like to review as the process continued:
Lessons learned from the previous relationship
A Police Department SWOT Analysis
Benefits to the City and the Police department on a renewed partnership
Appropriately sharing/mitigating financial risk
Financial plan that would not increase the Saint Anthony tax levy from a renewed partnership
A staffing plan and timeline to support expansion of the department when hiring is very challenging
UPDATE ON THE PROCESS
Staff has continued to work through the exploratory process
and is offering an update on the following areas:
Decision Timeline
Benefits and risks
•Lesson Learned from Previous Partnership
•Police Department SWOT Analysis
•Department Staff Feedback
Phased Staffing Plan
Contract
•Appropriate Sharing of Financial Risk
•Financial Plan
Facility Needs
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DECISION TIMELINE
City of Falcon Heights explored temporary options with neighboring agencies on
temporary services without success and made a request to the Ramsey County
Sherriff's Office (RCSO) to extend services through 2025. The RCSO declined and
offered no more than two extra months of coverage, through February 28, 2025.
PHASE 1
Consider
Concept
Preliminary
conversations and a
joint meeting was
held between the
Falcon Heights and
St. Anthony City
Councils to explore a
renewed partnership
Gather & analyze the
feedback received
from our community
and police
department.
Decision on whether
to move forward is
made based on final
contract terms and
agreed-upon
timeframe
October 22, 2024
Implementation of
new agreement if
decision is made to
renew partnership
PHASE 2
Stakeholder
Input
PHASE 3
Partnership
Decision
PHASE 4
Implement
LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PREVIOUS RELATIONSHIP & SHARING RISK
As formal and informal conversations have taken place and
community feedback has been received on this topic, three areas
of concern have been raised:
Ensure participating City Councils foster an effective partner relationship
Clearly defined service expectations, chain of command, and authority over
policing strategies
Appropriate sharing of financial impact related to extraordinary incidents
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LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PREVIOUS RELATIONSHIP & SHARING RISK
Ensure Participating City Councils foster an effective partner
relationship
The three participating City Councils should establish a formal and informal commitment to
regularly communicating and building relationships. This may include coordinating attendance at
conferences and events or an annual joint formal meeting that may or may not focus on police
services.
The overall objective to be that the policy-makers who ultimately control the partnership
maintain continuity as members change and each community evolves to enhance stability for the
Police Department and the Police Officers who would serve the combined communities of Saint
Anthony Village, Falcon Heights and Lauderdale.
LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PREVIOUS RELATIONSHIP & SHARING RISK
Clearly defined service expectations, chain of command, and
authority over policing strategies
The top administrative personnel from each city and the chosen command staff from the
Police Department should meet and discuss police services and community needs on a regular
basis. This will be in the form of a Joint Operations Committee that will meet quarterly.
The objective would be to improve communication between the partner cities and ensure
expectations of the Police Department are clearly understood and balances consistency with
the unique needs of each partner city.
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LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE PREVIOUS RELATIONSHIP & SHARING RISK
Appropriate sharing of financial impact related to extraordinary
incidents
City staff from Saint Anthony and Falcon Heights coordinated with our respective City
Attorneys and the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust to draft language to
address this concern.
POLICE DEPARTMENT SWOT ANALYSIS & BENEFITS TO CITY & POLICE DEPARTMENT
Police Department leadership
staff conducted a SWOT
Analysis, which contains the
anticipated benefits to the
Police Department, and thus to
the City of Saint Anthony Village
of a renewed partnership within
the ‘Opportunities’ section.
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INPUT FROM THE ST. ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT
The City of St. Anthony Village engaged Chad Weinsten
from Ethical Leaders in Action, Inc. to gather input.
APPROACH
Interviewed nearly all
department personnel
including command staff,
patrol officers, investigations
and non-sworn staff.
LEARNING TO DATE
•Commitment to
professionalism
•Love of work culture
•Support for and trust in
police leadership
•Partnership must be
done right
INPUT FROM THE ST. ANTHONY POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHAT DOES DOING IT RIGHT MEAN?
While generally open to a renewed partnership some officers expressed
considerable concerns to be discussed; which are reflected below:
RELATIONSHIP CONCERNS
•Mutual trust needs to be
established and relations need
to be developed
•Confidence department will be
supported when use of force
incidents take place
OPERATIONAL CONCERNS
•Cannot provide effective services
before 1/1/2026*
•Recruitment and training for new
officers are top priority
•Expansion of police facility would
be necessary
* In reference to providing an equal level of current services to Falcon Heights by 1/1/2026
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STAFFING PLAN
The department analyzed call data and identified the
following additional personnel to support expansion:
Patrol Officers Additional patrol officers same as previous contract 4
Swing Shift Patrol Additional officers during high call volume time 2
Investigator Investigative capacity to adequately address call type needs 1
Community Engagement Officer Sworn officer to coordinate community engagement for all cities 1
Administrative Support Additional administrative capacity similar to previous contract 1
Total additional personnel needed 9
STAFFING PLAN
CURRENT STATUS
On July 1, 2024, the authorized sworn officer strength of the Police Department increased to 22.
The current staffing level is at 19, and recruitment efforts continue.
In order to increase the applicant pool and ability to hire qualified police officers, and ensure
additional overtime is not required, the Police Department proposes the following approaches:
•Expand the cadet program•Hiring bonus for new officers•Referral bonus•Retention bonus for current officers•Upgraded facility commitment
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STAFFING PLAN
EXPANSION OF THE CADET PROGRAM
There has been some increased interest in the Cadet program, which has a current authorized
strength of two (2). The police department has two cadets, who will complete their college
education and the Skills program in 2025. Many police departments are finding most success in
a long-term solution, in which potential new officers are identified while still completing their
college degrees. The department would pay for part of their education, while also employing
them as a Cadet on a part-time basis. Once their education is complete, they would be hired as
a full-time police officer.
Staff is proposing that this authorized strength be increased to six (6), which will increase our
ability to promote more cadet candidates to the police officer position when they have finished
their required college education. An evaluation of hourly compensation and incentives should
also be conducted to ensure that St. Anthony is consistent with industry standards.
STAFFING PLAN
HIRING BONUS
Staff proposes offering a one-time hiring bonus for entry level officers and for lateral level
officers. Half of the bonus would be paid upon successful completion of the field training
program and the remaining balance at the end of the one-year probationary period. Each
officer would be required to repay this amount if their employment ends either voluntarily
or involuntarily within two years of the date of hire.
REFERRAL BONUS
Staff proposes the offering of a one-time lump sum referral bonus to any current St. Anthony
Police Department employee who refers an eligible police officer who applies, is hired, and
successfully completes the field training program.
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STAFFING PLAN
RETENTION BONUS
Hiring a new officer that is self-sufficient takes thousands of dollars and approximately 6-9
months’ time. During the building phase of 2025, there will be an increased workload on
current personnel, and it is important that they are supported and given additional financial
incentive to remain a member of the St. Anthony Police Department. Staff is recommending a
retention bonus for all current licensed police officers and office staff who are employed
during the entire year of 2025, payable as a percentage of their annual base salary.
UPGRADED FACILITY COMMITMENT
A significant upgrade to the current police facility or a new facility is necessary for the daily
operation of a modern 21st Century police department. This is due to the need for space for
additional personnel, evidence handling and retention, officer wellness, training, emergency
operations, and aesthetics. This will make St. Anthony consistent with most other police
departments in the metropolitan area. As a recruitment tool, this is vitally important.
CONTRACT
Staff has used the current contract with the City of Lauderdale to
enhance and integrate Council feedback to address risks. The
current draft is included in the packet for review.
Various areas were updated including:
Updated grammatical, clarifying and formatting changes throughout
Definitions added and expanded language on services, termination and breach
Expanded liability and financial risk sharing language added
Addendum added to cover implementation phase:
•March 1, 2025 – Initial phase of patrol as able and emergency response
•July 1, 2026 (or as agreed upon) – Mid-stage phase to commit to daily patrol and emergency calls
•January 1, 2027 (or as agreed upon) – Full-stage phase of full staff and full services
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FINANCIAL PLAN
CONTRACT PRICE METHODOLOGY
Determined by allocating costs based on a 50/50 blend of population percentage and
call volume percentage, applied to total police costs. Numbers are rounded for clarity.
POPULATIONS
(2020 US CENSUS)
TOTAL SAV FH LD
17,000 9,300 5,400 2,300
55% 32% 13%
CALLS FOR SERVICE
YEARLY AVG ON SAV PRACTICE
TOTAL SAV FH LD
12,600 7,900 2,800 2,100
62% 22% 16%
BLENDED COMBINED COSTS
50% SAV FH LD
POP 55% 32% 14%
CALLS 62% 22% 16%
BLENDED 58% 27% 15%
FINANCIAL PLAN
APPROXIMATE FULL SERVICES CONTRACT PRICE
This is updated from the previous estimate based on 2025 budgeted costs that include
the upward pressure on wages for sworn officers. Numbers are rounded for clarity, assume full
staffing on January 1, 2026 and accelerated by a 4% inflation assumption for 2026:
This approach would take effect when full staffing is achieved, and full services can be delivered.
*All or a portion of can be dedicated to funding facility renovations/expansions.
Additional personnel, operating and equipment costs $1,615,500
Shared Fixed costs and capital contribution* $263,700
Approximate contract price in 2026 (full services) $1,879,200
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FINANCIAL PLAN
RAMP-UP SERVICES CONTRACT PRICE
Given the short timeline to begin even minimal services, applying the proposed pricing
approach in the initial stages would be extremely difficult. Staff from Saint Anthony
Village and Falcon Heights have agreed that a “lump sum” pricing approach for the
initial phases is appropriate for simplicity and ensuring there is no levy impact for Saint
Anthony residents. Proposed pricing is below based on available hours of active patrol
and covers all recruitment and training costs and all equipment costs. Falcon Heights
will be billed monthly, and the Options Committee will determine when to move tiers:
8 Hour 12 Hour 16 Hour 20 Hour 24 Hour
Personnel $686,433 $843,288 $1,010,143 $1,196,999 $1,423,854
Equipment $191,660 $191,660 $191,660 $191,660 $191,660
Total $878,093 $1,034,948 $1,201,803 $1,388,659 $1,615,514
FINANCIAL PLAN
FACILITY UPGRADES NEEDS
The police department, as a component of the 1996 city hall building, is short on space
and does not meet current demands. Since this building was completed both Saint
Anthony Village and policing have changed.
There are spaces that are missing, such as a large training room, an Emergency Operations
Center, dedicated sallyport, evidence processing, several offices, and a garage sized to
house all of the departments squad cars.
•Current Police Department: 9,200 sf•If it was constructed today: 30,000 sf
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FINANCIAL PLAN
PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY
The common practice in cities today is combining police
and Fire Department facilities into a joint Public Safety
Facility model. This allows for shared conference/training,
fitness, and the Emergency Operations facilities.
In the exploration process staff engaged with architects to
consider options and preliminarily, an approach could work
of expanding the existing Fire Department facility. This
would address space needs for the Fire Department that
has grown since the building was constructed.
This option is estimated to cost $12MM - $15MM, and
would require outside assistance in the form of State
Bonding, Federal funding, grants, etc. It would also require
a re-examination of the City’s street reconstruction
program to avoid levy impact.
FINANCIAL PLAN
EXPAND CURRENT FACILITY
The existing roof structure is designed to carry snow
and wind loads, which are less than the load of a
second floor. Thus, lateral expansion and reworking
of the current layout would be required.
Architects are working on a plan to maximize what is
available as much as possible, at a preliminary
estimated cost of $5MM.
This would not include all amenities desired by the
department due to the nature of the structure and
the options for renovations available.
Some renovations can be started with the contract
revenue to better fit needs and make the space more
useful in the future use if the department moves.
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FINANCIAL PLAN
From the beginning of the exploratory process community feedback was clear that in increase to the tax
levy as a result of expanding the Police Department was not supported. Thus, revenue from a police
services contract would need to cover additional operational costs as well as any capital investment. The
scope of facility investment has outgrown a single source of revenue so outside support is necessary.
CONSIDERATIONS OF CURRENT BUILDING VS FIRE DEPARTMENT ADDITION
CURRENT BUILDINGCCC PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING
Reconfiguration
could maximize use
of existing footprint
Construction method
limits reconfiguration
ability and space
Ability to share
duplicate needs of
Fire and Police
Cost is prohibitive for
taxpayers to fund
without outside help
A “Public Safety Facility” approach would be explored as
the preferred option and the Community Center building
expansion being a secondary option
DECISION POINTS
Over the course of the year, staff from both Saint Anthony Village and Falcon Heights have
worked to address risks and concerns with a renewed partnership, including:
•Revising the contract to better protect from financial impacts of critical incidents•Addressing department feedback and protecting from additional required overtime•A financial plan to ensure no levy impact to Saint Anthony taxpayers•Began work toward a facility upgrade solution that is feasible for the community
FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION
•Approval of renewing the policing services partnership with Falcon Heights•Authorize staff to complete negotiations and finalize draft contract to be effective March 1, 2025•Commitment to facility upgrades
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Contract Agreement for Police Services
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CONTRACT AGREEMENT
FOR POLICING SERVICES
This Agreement is made and entered into as of ,2025 between the CITY OF ST.ANTHONY,a
municipal corporation under the laws of the State of Minnesota ("St.Anthony")and the CITY OF FALCON
HEIGHTS,a municipal corporation under the laws of the State of Minnesota ("Falcon Heights"),each a
“Party” and collectively the “Parties”.
I.RECITALS .
WHEREAS,Falcon Heights is need of,and desires to contract for,the performance of “Policing Services”
for and within the jurisdictional boundaries of Falcon Heights by and through the St.Anthony Police
Department; and
WHEREAS,St.Anthony agrees to render such Policing Services on the terms and conditions hereinafter
set forth; and
WHEREAS,this Agreement is authorized and provided for by the provisions of Minnesota Statutes §
412.221, Subd 2., § 471.59 and § 436.05.
NOW THEREFORE ,in consideration of the foregoing and of the mutual promises set forth herein,
the Parties hereto agree as follows:
II.DEFINITIONS .
The following terms used in this Agreement shall have the meanings given to them in this section.
A.“Agreement ” has the meaning set forth in the preamble to this Agreement and shall include all
Exhibits and Appendices hereto.
B.“Applicable Law ” means all applicable laws, statutes, and ordinances, rules and regulations of
any Governmental Authority.
C.“Business Day ” means any day other than a Saturday, Sunday or any day which is a federal
holiday in the United States of America.
D.“Calls for Service Ratio ” The ratio which a single city' s calls for service bears to the calls for
service of all participating cities, expressed in percent to the nearest tenth of one percent.
E.“Contract Cities” means Lauderdale, Falcon Heights and any other city that contracts with St.
Anthony for Policing Services.
F.“Interest Rate ” means 0.04% per day or the maximum rate of interest allowed under Applicable
Law, whichever is lower.
G.“Joint Operations Committee” has the meaning set forth in section X.
H.“Policing Services” has the meaning set forth in section IV.
I.“Population Ratio ” The ratio which a single city' s population bears to the population of all
participating cities, expressed in percent to the nearest tenth of one percent.
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III.TERM , TERMINATION , BREACH .
A.TERM.The services to be performed under this Agreement will commence March 1,2025,and
shall continue through December 31,2030 (“Term”),or until terminated pursuant to the provisions
of this Agreement.
B.TERMINATION .Either Party may terminate this Agreement for any reason or no reason by written
notice of its intention not to renew mailed to an authorized representative of the non-terminating
Party no later than two (2)years prior to the expiration of the Term.Upon the expiration or
termination of this Agreement,Falcon Heights shall only be responsible to pay for the Policing
Services rendered prior to the effective date of termination.
C.BREACH.Either Party may terminate this Agreement in the event of a material breach of this
Agreement by either Party,or any officer,employee,agent or authorized representative as follows:
The non-breaching Party shall give the breaching Party a written notice specifying the alleged
breach and ninety (90)days to cure the breach.If such breach (if curable)is not cured within such
time,the non-breaching Party may terminate the Agreement effective within thirty (30)days upon
written notice of termination.
IV.SERVICES .
St.Anthony,by and through its police department (“SAVPD”)will provide Falcon Heights with policing
services as described herein.Such policing services shall be of a caliber identical to those currently
provided to persons and property within St. Anthony.
Falcon Heights agrees that the Principles and Practices of St.Anthony will prevail as the enforcement
policies within Falcon Heights.A written statement of the current Principles and Practices of St.Anthony
shall be provided to Falcon Heights prior to the effective date of this Agreement
Notwithstanding the foregoing and subject to the conditions set forth in Appendix A,such policing services
can include but are not limited to the following:
A.Patrol services, with random patrolling of all residential, business and public property
areas during all shifts
B.Police presence within the boundaries of Falcon Heights 24 hours each day
C.Animal control services by the animal control service employed by St. Anthony
D. Dispatching services are to be paid directly by the municipality served by Ramsey County
Dispatch
E.Enforcement of Minnesota State statutes and all ordinances of Falcon Heights which are
intended to be enforced by police officers, with special attention being given to parking,
winter and nuisance ordinances, but excluding ordinances which are primarily regulatory
in nature such as zoning ordinances and building codes
F.Ticketing for traffic violations
G.Crime prevention programs that encourage community involvement and investment in the
City of Falcon Heights; in appropriate cases, referrals will be made to the Northwest
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Youth and Family Services Youth Diversion Program
H.Criminal investigative services
I.Reports on police services and activities, including weekly, monthly, and annual police
reports sent to Falcon Heights
J.Responses to medical emergencies, fires and other emergencies. Responses shall
include where appropriate: securing the scene for fire/rescue personnel, accompanying
fire/rescue personnel to the hospital upon request of such personnel, and providing
follow-up information to fire/rescue personnel upon request of such personnel
K.Officers will be available at Falcon Heights City Hall to answer questions from, and
provide information regarding police activities to Falcon Heights residents, business
owners and staff on an as-needed basis as determined by SAVPD
L.License inspections, background investigations and license enforcement services as
called for under applicable state law or city ordinances
M.Review and comment, upon request, of proposed Falcon Heights ordinances affecting
police services or enforcement
N.Follow-up on reported crimes with reporting party(s), including routine notification by
telephone or mail as to the status of the investigation
O.Special event traffic patrol services
P.Attendance at public safety or City Council meetings as requested by Falcon Heights, and
Q.Such other law enforcement functions and services as may be required by Falcon
Heights that fall within the duties and functions of the type customarily performed by a
municipal police department and are in congruence with the enforcement policies of
SAVPD.
V.IV.PAYMENT FOR SERVICES .
In consideration of the services to be provided under this Agreement,Falcon Heights shall pay a pro-rated
share of the St.Anthony Police Budget determined by a two -factor cost-sharing formula for each contract
year. The factors of the formula, and the weight to be given to each, are defined as follows:
A.Population of Each Contract City . The population of each Contract City and St. Anthony shall be
computed from the then most recent Metropolitan Council estimate. Provided, however, that in a
census year when there is a new census figure available of the year prior to the Contract Year,
the new census figure shall be used.
B.Calls for Service . A call for service is an event requiring a response, intervention or investigation
by St. Anthony whether generated by a request from a citizen, law enforcement agency, or other
person, or on the initiative of a police officer or a policy of the St. Anthony Police Department.
Calls for service for each Contract City and St. Anthony shall be calculated by totaling the calls for
service during the 12 -month period next preceding the current Contract Year.
C.Weight of Factors . The weight to be allocated to each of the three factors is as follows will
continue into the future unless changed by agreement of all Contract Cities and St. Anthony:
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City Population 50%
Calls for Service 50%
The Population Ratio and Calls for Service Ratio of each city shall be converted to dollars by multiplying
each ratio of each city (expressed in percent) by the SAVPD budget final total and multiplying that product
by the weight for each factor (expressed in percent) for the appropriate year.
VI.METHOD OF PAYMENT .
St.Anthony will bill Falcon Heights monthly for 1/12 of the annual fee,and Falcon Heights will promptly
remit payments to St.Anthony within 30 days after receiving each billing from St.Anthony.St.Anthony
shall submit an invoice to Falcon Heights on a monthly basis for 1/12 of the agreed upon annual fee.Falcon
Heights shall promptly notify St.Anthony in writing of any invoice inaccuracies,missing documentation,
charges not in accordance with the Agreement or of any other reason why the invoice is not fully approved.
St.Anthony shall promptly cure any inaccuracies or other reasonable issues identified by Falcon Heights
and resubmit a new invoice.If Falcon Heights fails to identify any such issues within three (3)Business
Days following submission of such invoice to Falcon Heights,then such invoice shall be deemed approved.
The amount owing under any invoice approved by Falcon Heights shall be payable to St.Anthony no later
than thirty (30)Business Days from the date of receipt.Any late payment shall bear interest at the Interest
Rate from the date such payment was due.
VII.INSURANCE.
Falcon Heights,at its expense shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the
following minimum insurance coverages:
A.General Liability .Falcon Heights agrees to maintain comprehensive municipal liability coverage in
the minimum amount of $2,000,000 per occurrence;$2,000,000 annual aggregate.The policy shall
cover liability arising from premises,operations,products-completed operations,personal injury,
advertising injury,and contractually assumed liability.St.Anthony shall be endorsed as additional
insured.
B.Excess Liability .Falcon Heights agrees to maintain excess liability coverage in the minimum
amount of $2,000,000 per occurrence. St. Anthony shall be endorsed as an additional insured.
C.Primary Insurance .The coverage afforded to the additional insureds shall be primary and
noncontributing with any other insurance maintained by the additional insureds.
D.Subrogation . There shall be a waiver of subrogation in favor of the additional insureds.
Additional Insurance Conditions .
Falcon Heights shall,prior to receiving Policing Services,deliver to St.Anthony a Certificate of Insurance
as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect.
St.Anthony,at its expense shall procure and maintain in force for the duration of this Agreement the
following minimum insurance coverages:
1.General Liability .St.Anthony agrees to maintain comprehensive municipal liability coverage in
the minimum amount of $2,000,000 per occurrence;$2,000,000 annual aggregate.The policy shall
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cover liability arising from premises,operations,products-completed operations,personal injury,
advertising injury,and contractually assumed liability.Falcon Heights shall be endorsed as
additional insured.
Automobile Liability .St.Anthony agrees to maintain motor vehicle liability coverage,including
owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum
i.$2,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence.
Workers Compensation .St.Anthony agrees to provide Workers’Compensation insurance for all
its employees in accordance with the statutory requirements of the State of Minnesota.St.Anthony
shall also carry Employers’ Liability Coverage with minimum limits are as follows:
1.$500,000 – Bodily Injury by Disease per employee
2.$500,000 – Bodily Injury by Disease aggregate
3.$500,000 – Bodily Injury by Accident
Additional Insurance Conditions .
St.Anthony shall,prior to commencing the Police Services,deliver to Falcon Heights a Certificate of
Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect.
VIII.LIABILITY .
A.Indemnification .Except for automobile liability claims,Falcon Heights agrees to indemnify,defend,
and hold harmless.St.Anthony and its officers,agents,and employees against any claim for
damages arising out of St.Anthony’s or failure to perform its obligations under the terms of this
Agreement.St.Anthony agrees to indemnify,defend,and hold harmless Falcon Heights and its
officers,agents and employees from all auto liability claims arising out of St.Anthony’s performance
of its obligations under the terms of this Agreement.
St.Anthony shall not be responsible for the cost of any claims,alleged injuries,or damages
received by any person or property resulting from any negligence,act,or omission of St.Anthony,
its officers,agents,or employees in carrying out the terms and conditions of this Agreement except
in instances where such costs exceed Falcon Heights’$4 million dollar coverage.St.Anthony shall
indemnify,defend,and hold harmless Falcon Heights only to the extent that such claims exceed $4
million.If Falcon Heights’coverage limit is exhausted,Falcon Heights and its coverage provider
shall have no further obligation to defend St.Anthony.However,upon the advice of defense
counsel and the liability coverage provider for each party,Falcon Heights and St.Anthony may
cooperate in the defense of any action.Nothing herein shall be construed to provide coverage or
indemnification to an officer,agent,or employee of any Party for any act or omission for which the
officer,agent,or employee,was not acting in the performance of the duties of their position,and/or
is guilty of malfeasance in office, willful neglect of duty, or bad faith.
Except as otherwise specified,Falcon Heights shall not be called upon to assume any liability for
the direct payment of any salaries,wages,or other compensation to any St.Anthony personnel
performing services pursuant to this Agreement for said Falcon Heights,and St.Anthony hereby
assumes said liabilities.
Except as otherwise specified,Falcon Heights shall not be liable for compensation or
indemnification to any St.Anthony employee for injury or sickness arising out of the performance
of services pursuant to this Agreement,and St.Anthony hereby agrees to indemnify,defend,and
hold harmless Falcon Heights against any such claim.
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St.Anthony,its officers and employees shall not be deemed to assume any liability for intentional
misconduct or negligent acts of Falcon Heights or of any other officers,agent,or employee thereof,
and Falcon Heights shall hold St.Anthony and its officers and employees harmless from,and shall
defend and indemnify St.Anthony and its officers and employees against any claim for damages
arising out of Falcon Heights'negligent performance or failure to perform its obligations pursuant
to this Agreement.
B.Attorney ’s Fees.Should either Party resort to litigation to enforce this Agreement,the prevailing
shall be entitled,in addition to such other relief as may be granted,to recover its own reasonable
attorneys'fees and other costs associated in such litigation from the Party against whom
enforcement was sought.
C.Force Majeur e.Neither Party shall be liable for failure to perform its obligations under the
Agreement if such failure results from circumstances unforeseen and beyond the reasonable
control of the Party affected,which materially affects its performance hereunder (a “Force Majeure
Event”).A Force Majeure Event includes,but is not limited to,fire,flood,typhoon,earthquake,
terrorism,strike,or regional or national labor disputes.The affected Party will notify the other Party
as soon as practicable after the occurrence of a Force Majeure Event,and shall use commercially
reasonable efforts to mitigate or cure the effect of the Force Majeure Event.In the event that the
Force Majeure Event continues for a period exceeding thirty (30)days,then either Party may
terminate this Agreement upon written notice to the other Party.Neither Party shall pay damages
to the other Party for termination of this Agreement due to a Force Majeure Event.
D.Waiver .Nothing in this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of the statutory limits on liability set
forth in Minnesota Statute §466 or a waiver of any available immunities or defenses.No exercise
of any right or remedy by either Party shall constitute a waiver of any other right or remedy contained
herein or provided by Applicable Law.Nothing herein shall be construed to provide insurance
coverage or indemnification to an employee,official or agent of any Party for any act or omission
for which the employee,official or agent is guilty of malfeasance in office,willful neglect of duty or
bad faith.
IX.ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITY .
Any Policing Services rendered to Falcon Heights will be under the sole direction of St.Anthony.The
standards of performance,the hiring and discipline of officers assigned,and other matters relating to
regulations and policies related to police employment,services and activities,will be within the exclusive
control of St.Anthony.The Parties hereto expressly affirm the importance of work force diversity and St.
Anthony agrees to use reasonable efforts,within applicable departmental budgetary limits,to recruit
qualified female and minority police officers.
X.JOINT OPERATIONS COMMITTEE .
St.Anthony and Contract Cities will appoint members to a Joint Operations Committee.The Committee
will consist of top administrative and police command staff and will meet at least once per quarter to ensure
that this Agreement and the services performed pursuant to this Agreement are meeting the expectations
of St. Anthony and the Contract Cities.
Parties will evaluate the staffing needs regularly as part of the Joint Operations Committee.Adjustments
to the staffing plan will be made based on crime trends,call volumes,and other relevant factors to ensure
optimal police service for all Contract Cities.
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XI.COMMUNICATIONS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES .
St.Anthony will furnish all communication equipment and any supplies required for the performance of
Policing Services under this Agreement.
XII.COOPERATION AND ASSISTANCE AGREEMENTS .
Falcon Heights will be included in all Cooperative Agreements such as Special Weapons and Tactics
(SWAT),Violent Crimes Enforcement Team (VCET),entered into by the SAVPD with other police services
units.
XIII.HEADQUARTERS .
Headquarters for services rendered to Falcon Heights under this Agreement will be located at offices owned
or leased by St.Anthony.The citizens of Falcon Heights may notify headquarters or Ramsey County radio
dispatch for police services requested either in person or by some other means of communication.St.
Anthony officers may take routine telephone calls and complete routine reports for Falcon Heights at the
Falcon Heights City Hall,and Falcon Heights will have facilities available to the officers at Falcon Heights
City Hall for this purpose.
XIV.EMPLOYEES OF ST. ANTHONY .
Officers assigned to duty in Falcon Heights will at all times be employees of St.Anthony.All obligations
with regard to workers compensation,PERA,withholding tax,insurance and similar personnel and
employment matters will be the obligation of St.Anthony.Falcon Heights will not be required to furnish any
fringe benefits or assume any other liability of employment to any officer assigned to duty within Falcon
Heights.
XV.OFFICERS OF FALCON HEIGHTS .
The officer’s assigned duty within Falcon Heights will be cross-deputized so as to enforce the laws of the
Falcon Heights by proper action to be taken by the Falcon Heights City Council,and while performing
services under this Agreement will be considered police officers of Falcon Heights.The Chief of Police of
St.Anthony will furnish to the Falcon Heights City Administrator the names of all St.Anthony police officers
assigned to Falcon Heights, and all such officers will be appointed officers of the City of Falcon Heights.
XVI.OFFENSES
All offenses within Falcon Heights charged by police officers under this Agreement will be charged in
accordance with Falcon Heights'ordinances when possible;otherwise,the charge will be made in
accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota or the laws of the United States of America.
XVII.COMMUNICATIONS .
St.Anthony agrees to provide the Falcon Heights Administrator with weekly,monthly,and annual police
reports,in a format as is mutually agreed to by the St.Anthony Police Chief and the Falcon Heights City
Administrator.
The St.Anthony Police Chief will regularly communicate with the Falcon Heights City Administrator in order
to ensure that Falcon Heights is knowledgeable about any police activity in the City,and at the request of
the Administrator, the Police Chief will make presentations to the Falcon Heights City Council.
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XVIII.PROSECUTION COSTS, REVENUES .
Falcon Heights will pay all costs of prosecution for all offenses charged within its boundaries or under its
ordinances.Law Enforcement Assistance Administration (“LEAA”)funds and all funds legally confiscated
and property forfeited will be retained by St.Anthony.Revenue from fines levied within Falcon Heights will
be paid to Falcon Heights. Peace Officer Standards and Training funds will be used for officer training.
XIX.REVIEW OF AGREEMENT .
From time to time the terms and conditions of this Agreement shall be reviewed and revised,as St.Anthony
and Falcon Heights deem necessary.
XX.GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Entire Agreement .This Agreement,together with all Appendices and Exhibits hereto,embodies
the entire agreement and understanding of the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof
and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements and understandings of the Parties,
whether verbal or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.
B. Assignment .Neither Party shall assign its interests or rights under this Agreement to any third party without
the prior written consent of the other Party, which shall not be unreasonably withheld.
C. Amendments .Any modification or amendment to this Agreement shall require a written agreement
signed by both Parties.
D.Compliance with Law .In connection with Policing Services rendered hereunder,St.Anthony
agrees to abide by all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances and regulations.
E.Governing Law .This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws
of the State of Minnesota.
Jurisdiction .Any action or proceeding seeking to enforce any provision of,or based on any rights arising
out of,this Agreement shall be brought against either of the parties in the jurisdiction of the Ramsey
County District Courts and each of the Parties consents to the jurisdiction of such courts in any
such action or proceeding and waives any objection to venue laid therein.
F. Government Data/Privacy .St.Anthony agrees to abide by the applicable provisions of the
Minnesota Government Data Practice Act,Minnesota Statues,Chapter 13,HIPAA requirements
and all other applicable state or federal rules,regulations or orders pertaining to privacy or
confidentiality.St.Anthony understands that all of the data created,collected,received,stored,
used,maintained or disseminated by St.Anthony in performing those functions that Falcon Heights
would perform is subject to the requirements of Chapter 13.This does not create a duty on the part
of St.Anthony to provide the public with access to public data if the public data is available from
Falcon Heights, except as required by the terms of this Agreement.
G. Waiver.The waiver by either party of any breach or failure to comply with any provision of
this Agreement by the other Party shall not be construed as,or constitute a continuing waiver of
such provision or a waiver of any other breach of or failure to comply with any other provision of
this Agreement.
H. Notices .All notices and other communications made pursuant to this Agreement must be
in writing and shall be conveyed to the Parties by registered or certified mail,postage prepaid,or
delivered by hand at the addresses set forth below:
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Notice to St. Anthony :City of St. Anthony
3301 Silver Lake Rd NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
Attn: City Manager
Notice to Falcon Heights :City of Falcon Heights
2077 Larpenteur Ave. W.
Falcon Heights, MN 55113
Attn: City Administrator
I. Severability .If a court finds any portion of this Agreement to be contrary to law,invalid,or
unenforceable, the remainder of the Agreement will remain in full force and effect.
J. Counterparts .This Agreement may be signed in counterparts,each of which shall be
deemed an original,and which taken together shall be deemed to be one and the same
Agreement.
K. Headings .Section headings are for reference only and are not intended to create
substantive rights or obligations.
L. Effective Date .This Agreement is effective on the date last executed by one of the Parties
below.
.
The parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first above stated.
CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
By: By: ___________________________
Mayor Mayor
By: By:___________________________
City Administrator City Manager
Date: Date: _______________
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Appendix A: Contract Start-up Staffing
This appendix outlines the phased implementation of dedicated police staffing for Falcon Heights under the
Agreement for Police Services between the City of St. Anthony and the City of Falcon Heights.
1. Initial Staffing Phase - March 1, 2025
By March 1, 2025, the City of St. Anthony will provide 3.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) officers who will be assigned
to Falcon Heights. These officers will provide an average of 8 hours of daily coverage within the jurisdictional
boundaries of Falcon Heights. This coverage will include continuous patrolling, and response to emergency and
non-emergency calls at any time of the day. Coverage levels may be modified by mutual agreement of the Joint
Operations Committee based on available staffing levels of the St. Anthony Police Department.
2. Second Staffing Phase - July 1, 2026
By July 1, 2026, the City of St. Anthony will increase the number of dedicated officers to 5.0 FTE officers, ensuring
24/7 coverage within Falcon Heights. This coverage will include continuous patrolling and response to emergency
and non-emergency calls at any time of the day. This may be modified by mutual agreement of the Joint Operations
Committee based on available staffing levels of the St. Anthony Police Department. This Staffing Phase will
continue until the department has reached a total of 26 trained and self-sufficient police officers (completed field
training) on staff.
3. Full Staffing Phase
The City of St. Anthony will continue to scale the number of sworn officers and non-sworn personnel until 8.0 FTE
sworn officers and 1.0 FTE non-sworn personnel are hired to provide comprehensive police coverage for the entire
contract area. The timeline for this growth will be mutually agreed upon by both cities based on available personnel.
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Appendix B: Contract Start-up Pricing
This appendix outlines the phased pricing for Falcon Heights under the Agreement for Police Services between the
City of St. Anthony and the City of Falcon Heights.
Pricing is based on available hours of active patrol and covers all recruitment and training costs and all equipment
costs. Falcon Heights will be billed monthly, and the Options Committee will determine when to move tiers:
8 Hour 12 Hour 16 Hour 20 Hour 24 Hour
Personnel $686,433 $843,288 $1,010,143 $1,196,999 $1,423,854
Equipment $191,660 $191,660 $191,660 $191,660 $191,660
Total $878,093 $1,034,948 $1,201,803 $1,388,659 $1,615,514
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
HENNEPIN AND RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION 24-072
A RESOLUTION APPROVING TO NEGOTIATE THE AGREEMENT
FOR POLICING SERVICES AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, in early 2024, the City of Falcon Heights approached the City of Saint Anthony
Village requesting to consider renewing a police services partnership, and
WHEREAS,the City of Falcon Heights currently contracts police services with the Ramsey
County Sheriff’s Office, with contract services expiring on February 28, 2025, and
WHEREAS,the City of Saint Anthony Village has conducted an exploratory process to consider
the request, including extensive stakeholder input from community members and the
St. Anthony Police Department, and
WHEREAS,the exploratory process and stakeholder input has been reflected in the police
services contract between the two parties, and
WHEREAS, the City of Saint Anthony and the City of Falcon Heights desire to enter into a
Contract Agreement for Policing Services wherein the City of Saint Anthony agrees
to provide police services for the City of Falcon Heights between March 1, 2025 and
December 31, 2030, and
WHEREAS,the City Council commits to renewing the partnership with the City of Falcon
Heights for policing services and authorizes staff to complete finalization of the
contract for final City Council approval before March 1, 2025,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City Council of the City of
Saint Anthony Village hereby commits to renewing the partnership with the City of Falcon Heights
for policing services and authorizes staff to complete finalization of the contract for policing
services with the City of Falcon Heights.
Passed in regular session of the City Council on the 22nd day of October, 2024.
____________________________________
Wendy Webster, Mayor
ATTEST:____________________________
Jennifer Doyle, City Clerk
Review for Administration: ____________________________________
Charlie Yunker, City Manager
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Jennifer Doyle
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First Name Laura
Last Name LaBerge
Phone Number 612-237-8495
Email Address ljlabergemn@outlook.com
Address 2909 Townview Ave NE
City St Anthony
State MN
Zip Code 55418
Public Comment I am unable to attend the council meeting tonight . I want to
express that if you go through with the contract to police Falcon
Heights you will be compromising the police coverage of The
Village of St Anthony and put those you represent at risk.
Going through with the contract will not only pose a safety risk
but also potential legal risks to the city for inadequate
protection due to the difficulty in finding officers when there is a
state wide shortage.
Thank you,
Laura LaBerge
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Jennifer Doyle
Subject:FW: Public Comment: Resolution 24-063
From: Yaacoub Hark <yaacoubhark@gmail.com>
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I support resolution 24‐069 denying the request for amended PUD based on my concerns stated previously.
The discussion at the City Council meeting regarding this further reinforced my concerns that none of the
serious issues resolving this were satisfied, as well as exposed that their application process was not
transparent nor consistent.
Thank you for listening.
Yaacoub Hark
2914 & 3000 36th Ave NE
St Anthony
On Sat, Sep 21, 2024 at 11:27 AM Yaacoub Hark <yaacoubhark@gmail.com> wrote:
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers—
I am against the proposed PUD amendment per Resolution 24‐063. Aside from the environmental, traffic, and
parking issues raised at the previous discussions, which are themselves serious issues that need addressing
regardless of what is done with this property, my issues with this, as a life‐long SAV resident, are on a more
fundamental level.
If the City's mission is to provide affordable and sufficient housing, this is something they need to enforce and
actively pursue, not passively. Staff needs to do what's best for both the City as a municipality, and its
Residents. Which means providing itself with sufficient tax revenue from projects like this and businesses to
lessen the tax burden on residents' property taxes in the long run.
I know the concern is if the property remains vacant for an extended period of time the same way Walmart
did before The Ruby, but those projects take time. And I'm sure in hindsight The Ruby was worth the wait for
the City tax‐wise. Knee‐jerk reactions should not be taken because it's been two years vacant. Waiting a while
until you get a large housing project is a big plus in the long run, because you create long term housing
opportunities which not only generates property tax revenue but additional tax revenues from the new
residents that that housing puts in our city. Properties and constituents both generate tax revenue and
housing projects generate both new property and new constituents. What drives property taxes higher on
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residents in a City are the decisions that the City takes that affects their tax revenue downstream, and the
residents end up taking the burden especially when it comes to losing tax opportunities to non‐profits.
I have nothing against this project as it is presented, it is just a double whammy for it to be a non‐profit as
well as servicing a community largely not residing in the City of St Anthony. If they had a petition showing a
few thousand SAV residents intending to use this facility, then we would have a different conversation. This
project just seems to be presented as merely a geographic convenience for the community that uses it from
other MSP areas. That convenience, as well as an unfortunately used race‐card, is not a good reason for SAV
to be giving up this opportunity for housing that it has made clear is part of their plan/mission.
We are not a large city like Minneapolis or St Paul, where we have excess/surplus land and zones to assign to
institutions like this one. What we have is scarce and must be used wisely. St Anthony needs to do something
creative with its opportunities, not just make amendments for short term concerns. One option is mixed‐use
(housing with their institution and other businesses), just something that satisfies all. We have other places in
SAV for community centers that can fit their needs, but not many opportunities for new and affordable
housing. But in any case, due to the environmental issues brought up, whatever needs to be done should be
extensive and safe and the City should do what's best for itself as well as those residing in St Anthony as well.
I echo the same ultimate comments made by the vice‐chair of the planning commission at their last
discussion on this: although their organization and mission is a noble one to be supported, on the basis of
housing and taxation, nothing they presented changes the reason for denying this change.
I hope the City can maintain its reputation of being a well‐functioning, non‐partisan municipality and
pragmatic decision maker when it comes to, not just this decision, but all future decisions when it comes to
how to balance itself and its constituents. I love this City, I’m proud to call it my forever home, thank you for
listening.
Yaacoub Hark
2914 & 3000 36th Ave NE
St Anthony
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City Council
City Manager
Liquor Op Mgr
Police Chief
August 12 Work
Session Discuss Updated Levy Scenarios/Detailed General Fund Budget
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
August 12 Regular Planning Commission items from July
Approve 2026 Feasibility Study and Order Plans and Specs
City Council
City Manager
August 26 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
August 26 Regular 2026 Proposed Budget & Levy Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
September 9 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
September 9 Regular
Commissioner MaryJo McGuire Presentation
Planning Commission items from August
2026 Preliminary Operating Budget and Debt Levy-PUBLIC HEARING
Students in Leadership-Consent
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
Engineer
September 23 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
September 23 Regular
Spirit of St. Anthony Award
Fire Prevention Presentation
Planning Commission items from August
City Council
City Manager
Police Dept
Fire Dept
Date Type Staff Present
FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
October 14 Work
Session 2026 Long Term Capital Budget Plans
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
October 14 Regular
Preliminary Certification of Delinquent Waste Hauler Accounts-Consent Agenda
Preliminary Certification of Delinquent Utility Accounts-Consent Agenda
Planning Commission items from September
City Council
City Manager
October 28 Work
Session 2026 Utility Rates and Budgets
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
October 28 Regular Quarterly Donations & Grants
Quarterly Goals Update
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
November 10 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
November 10 Regular
Planning Commission items from October
1st Reading Water, Sewer, & Stormwater-PUBLIC HEARING
Presentation on Water and Sewer Rates
Canvass election results
Approval of CIP
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
November 17 Work
Session Commission Interviews City Council
City Manager
November 25 Regular
Fire Prevention Poster Winners
2nd Reading and Adoption Water, Sewer, & Stormwater
Street Project Approve Plans & Specifications, Authorize Advertisement for Bids
City Council
City Manager
December 16 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
December 16 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 2025 City & HRA Budgets and Final Property Tax Levy -PUBLIC HEARING
2026 Fee Schedule
MS4
Quarterly Goals update
Final reading and adoption of water, sewer, & stormwater
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
December 23 Regular