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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
MAY 10, 2011
CALL TO ORDER.
Mayor Faust called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Faust invited the Council and audience to join him in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL.
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Mayor Faust; Councilmembers Gray, Roth, and Stille.
Councilmember Jenson.
City Manager Mike Mornson, Fire Chief John Malenick, Public Works Director Jay
Hartman, and City Engineer Todd Hubmer.
Mayor Faust advised that the Fire Chief has been asked to discuss the gas line break that occurred in the
City this afternoon.
Chief Malenick explained that at approximately 2:30 p.m., a CenterPoint Energy contractor performing
routine work on the gas mains drilled through a 12" gas line that feeds most of Northeast Minneapolis
and into Columbia Heights. He stated that the vast majority of the gas is currently blowing into
Minneapolis and crews from Minneapolis and the City immediately barricaded the neighborhood and
evacuated many people along Stinson Boulevard. He indicated that because the gas line is under so
much pressure, the gas is shooting straight up in the air where it poses a decreased danger; CenterPoint
Energy advised the City that the bulk of what is going to fall back down is the odorizer included with the
gas and there is little danger it will come back down and settle into homes, etc. He stated that
CenterPoint Energy is currently working on a bypass to cut off the gas to the leak itself and the bypass
work should be completed by 10:30 p.m. this evening, when people can return to their homes. He added
that CenterPoint Energy expects to continue working past midnight to complete all repairs. He indicated
that the majority of residents affected by the leak are in the area of 30`h and Stinson and the City has
welcomed residents into the fire station if they need a place to stay until they can return to their homes.
Councilmember Stille asked if the potential severe weather will impact repair work.
Chief Malenick replied that any rain will force the gas down to earth in a safe manner; however,
lightning could create a problem and fire crews stationed in the area are prepared to deal with any severe
weather. He encouraged residents to contact the Fire Department with any questions or concerns at 612-
782 -3400 or to call 911.
Mayor Faust expressed the City Council's thanks on behalf of all residents to the Fire Department and
other emergency workers.
CONSIDERATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE FOLLOWING
ITEMS.
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L APPROVAL OF MAY 10, 2011 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
4 Motion by Councilmember Gray, seconded by Councilmember Roth, to approve the City
5 Council Meeting Agenda of May 10, 2011.
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PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS.
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A. Recognition of Junior Achievement Completion for Mrs. Wvatt's 2 "d Grade Class.
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City Manager Morrison introduced Mrs. Wyatt and her 2 "d grade class and explained the Junior
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Achievement project this year involved "Our Community" and the students talked about schools,
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parks, cities, jobs, and businesses, as well as the role of government, taxes, and banking. He
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stated that he was very impressed with the students and it was delightful working with Mrs.
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Wyatt and her students.
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Mayor Faust presented a certificate to each student for completing the Junior Achievement
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program. He expressed the City Council's appreciation to Mrs. Wyatt and congratulated the
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students on their hard work.
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CONSENT AGENDA.
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A. Consider April 26, 2011 Council meeting minutes;
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B. Consider licenses and permits;
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C. Consider payment of claims; and
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D. Consider Resolution 11 -032; Approving the Memorandum of Understanding in the St
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Anthony -New Brighton School District #282 for the 2011 Election Season.
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Motion by Councilmember Stille, seconded by Councilmember Gray, to approve the Consent
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Agenda items.
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Motion carried 4 -0.
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PUBLIC HEARING.
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None.
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REPORTS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF.
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44 VI. GENERAL BUSINESS OF COUNCIL.
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1 A. Ordinance 2011 -02, Ordinance Terminating Moratorium on the Issuance of Licenses for
2 Pipe and Tobacco Shops (second reading).
4 City Manager Morrison stated that this represents the Second Reading of the ordinance
5 terminating the moratorium on the issuance of licenses for pipe and tobacco shops. He advised
6 that the City Council can waive the third reading and move to adopt the ordinance this evening.
8 Motion by Councilmember Stille, seconded by Councilmember Roth, to approve the Second
9 Reading of Ordinance 2011 -02; Ordinance Terminating Moratorium on the Issuance of Licenses
10 for Pipe and Tobacco Shops, and to waive the Third and Final Reading.
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14 B. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Public Information Meeting Todd
15 Hubmer, WSB & Associates, presenting.
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17 City Engineer Hubmer presented the City's Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (S WPPP),
18 and noted that the presentation fulfills the annual requirement for holding a public information
19 meeting regarding stormwater in the City. He reviewed the Clean Water Act, National Pollution
20 Discharge Elimination System ( NPDES), non -point source pollution, minimum control measures
21 specified by the Federal government and defined by the State, public education and outreach,
22 public participation and involvement, illicit discharge detection and elimination, construction site
23 stormwater runoff control, post - construction stormwater management in new development and
24 redevelopment, pollution prevention, and best management practices.
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26 City Engineer Hubmer stated that the phosphorous content in pet waste is a significant water
27 pollution concern and residents will begin to see educational outreach on the importance of
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30 Councilmember Roth requested further information regarding pollution associated with
31 discarded cigarette butts. He also requested information regarding redevelopment of the
32 potential Vikings stadium site and its impact on the pollution in the ground.
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34 City Engineer Hubmer explained that discarded cigarette butts will be in the environment for
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36 that discarded cigarette butts would be considered an illicit discharge under the NPDES rules.
37 He stated that the pollution on the Army ammunition site has been in the environment for a long
38 period of time and there are some indications that the level of contamination is beginning to
39 subside. He indicated that if the site is redeveloped, there will be special concerns associated
40 with whether the improvements have the potential to move the contamination in the soil into the
41 drinking water of the communities in the area. He added there will be a significant amount of
42 discussion on this topic in the future to manage the pollutants and manage storm sewer runoff.
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44 C. Resolution 11 -033; Accepting and Approving the Grant Agreement Between the City of
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City Engineer Hubmer advised that the City Council previously approved a resolution
authorizing the preparation and submittal of a grant for the City to receive I/I grants through the
Met Council and the City is eligible to receive $103,262. He stated that the Met Council requires
a resolution that the City will accept this grant.
7 Motion by Councilmember Gray, seconded by Councilmember Stille, to approve Resolution 1I-
8 033; Accepting and Approving the Grant Agreement Between the City of St. Anthony Village
9 and the Metropolitan Council of Environmental Services for the Improvement of Publicly
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14 D. Resolution 11 -034; Requesting a Variance from Minnesota State -Aid Rule 8820 2800
15 Subpart 2A for the 2009 Street and Utility Improvement Project.
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17 City Engineer Hubmer advised that this is a housekeeping resolution which requests a variance
18 from the State Aid Rules regarding the timing on Mn/DOT's approval of the City's original
19 variance for two curves on Foss Road. He stated that there was a disparity between the date of
20 the official letter granting approval and the contract bid opening date, and Mn/DOT has
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23 Motion by Councilmember Roth, seconded by Councilmember Gray, to approve Resolution 1I-
24 034; Requesting a Variance from Minnesota State -Aid Rule 8820.2800 Subpart 2A for the 2009
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29 E. City Engineer's Update.
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31 City Engineer Hubmer presented an update on the 2010 Street and Utility Improvement Project,
32 including Highcrest Road/Old Highway 8, Silver Lane Sidewalk west of Silver Lake Road, and
33 Silver Lane east of Silver Lake Road. He stated that the curb and sidewalk on Silver Lane west
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36 City Engineer Hubmer reviewed the 2011 Street and Utility Improvement Project started last
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38 and residents can contact Tim McAnallen at 612 - 272 -2683 or City staff with any questions.
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40 City Engineer Hubmer provided a preview of the 2012 street and utility improvement project
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43 Councilmember Stille requested further information regarding the project and the rationale for
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City Engineer Hubmer explained that the selection of next year's project location was based on
the fact that this area has had a number of water main breaks and once this project is finished, all
roads west of Silver Lake Road will be reconstructed and the City can then move to other
segments of the City. He stated that utility replacement is given highest priority when selecting a
project and the area around Belden and Coolidge has had a number of water main breaks. He
added that the City also does not want to have construction traffic over a recently reconstructed
street, which will mean that the 2012 project will have an entrance route on 36'h Avenue and the
City will then redo 36'h Avenue when construction is complete without damaging any new roads.
Councilmember Roth asked about the City's alleyways and the standards used in construction of
those alleyways. He also expressed concern about garbage haulers and stated it was his
understanding that the haulers agreed they would not enter the alleyways with loaded trucks.
City Engineer Hubmer stated that there are design issues with the alleys because they are not
designed to the same level as the streets, they are very flat with poor drainage, and some will
decay sooner than the roadways.
City Manager Mornson stated that the haulers agreed not to enter the alleys with loaded trucks;
in addition, the haulers are using smaller trucks in some cases.
City Engineer Hubmer added that the City has applied for a 319 grant to remove phosphorous
and pollutant loads to Silver Lake and improve Salo Park pond, which will help the City get into
TMDL compliance. He noted that the City already has $50,000 from Rice Creek Watershed
District for this project.
REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCIL MEMBERS.
Councilmember Roth reported on his attendance at the May 5 North Suburban Cable
Commission meeting. He stated that the Cable Commission will move into its new space during
June and will host an open house later this summer. He agreed to provide further updates
regarding the contract renewal process with Comcast.
Councilmember Stille reported on his attendance at the following:
• April 28 Family Services Collaborative Board meeting
• May 2 worksession
• May 7 participation in Clean-Up Day
Councilmember Gray reported on his attendance at the following:
• May 2 worksession
May 4 sports boosters monthly meeting
May 5 Lions Club meeting
May 7 participation in Clean-Up day
Mayor Faust reported on the following:
• April 28 MWMO Executive Committee meeting
• May 2 worksession
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1 • May 6 participation with Kiwanis in Clean-Up Day
2 • May 7 participation in Clean-Up Day
3 . May 9 Regional Council of Mayors meeting
4 . May 10 MWMO Board meeting.
6 City Manager Morrison reported on the following:
7 • City Council Regular Meeting on May 24 will include amendments to the ordinance
8 updating the City's building permit fees to coincide with new State fees
9 • May 31 -joint meeting with School Board at 5:15 p.m.
10 • April 27 labor seminar sponsored by Dorsey & Whitney
11 • May 2 meeting with Lauderdale to discuss options on the police contract
12 . May 4 -6 City Manager's conference in Brainerd
13 • Presented information on green initiatives currently underway as part of the GreenStep
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16 City Manager Momson congratulated Public Works Director Hartman and his staff for the great
17 job done on Clean-Up Day, and Mike Larson, Liquor Operations Manager and his staff for a
18 successful Beer Tasting on May 7`h. He also expressed his appreciation to everyone involved in
19 working to resolve the gas leak this evening, including the Police Departments, Fire
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24 Mayor Faust invited residents to come forward at this time and address the Council on items that
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29 IX. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
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31 Councilmember Roth discussed the recent article about branding as a city and suggested that it
32 may be worthwhile to consider changing the name of St. Anthony Village from a branding
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35 X. ADJOURNMENT.
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Mayor Faust adjourned the meeting at 8:27 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Hughes
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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