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CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 14, 2017
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.
Present: Mayor Faust; Councilmembers Brever, Gray, Jenson, and Stille.
Absent: None.
Also Present: Planning Commission Chair Jim Gondorchin, Fire Chief Mark Sitarz, Assistant to the
City Manager Charlie Yunker, and Liquor Operations Manager Mike Larson.
Guests: None
CONSIDERATION, DISCUSSION, AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON ALL OF THE FOLLOWING
ITEMS.
I. APPROVAL OF MARCH 14, 2017 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA.
Motion by Councilmember Gray, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve the City
Council Meeting Agenda of March 14, 2017.
Motion carried 5-0.
II. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS — NONE.
III. CONSENT AGENDA.
A. Approval of February 28, 2017, City Council meeting minutes
B. Licenses and Permits.
C. Claims.
Motion by Councilmember Brever, seconded by Councilmember Gray, to approve the Consent
Agenda items.
IV. PUBLIC HEARINGS.
V. REPORTS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF — NONE.
VI. GENERAL BUSINESS OF COUNCIL.
Motion carried 5-0.
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1 A. 2017 Planning Commission Work Plan.
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3 Planning Commission Chair Gondorchin provided an update on the 2016 Planning Commission
4 Work Plan, stating the duties and the focus for 2017. He noted the 2016 Plan is identical to the
5 2017 Plan.
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7 Councilmember Stille asked how many variances were recommended in 2016 and Mr.
8 Gondorchin stated one variance was recommended. Councilmember Stille commended the
9 Planning Commission and noted the code has been adhered to.
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11 Mayor Faust noted Councilmember Stille is the liaison to the Planning Commission and
12 Councilmembers Stille and Brever have been sitting on the Steering Committee for those
13 meeting. Mayor Faust thanked Chair Gondorchin for his report.
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15 Motion by Councilmember Stille, seconded by Councilmember Brever, to approve the 2017
16 Planning Commission Work Plan as presented.
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18 Motion carried 5-0.
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20 B. St. Anthony Fire Department Annual Report.
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22 Fire Chief Mark Sitarz presented a PowerPoint of the St. Anthony Fire Department Annual
23 Report and reviewed the Fire Department Divisions, Organization Chart, Operations, Total Calls
24 for Service, Call Breakdown, Dollar Loss from Fire, Fire Investigations, Operations Summary,
25 Training, Fire Inspections, Fire Marshal, Fire Prevention/Public Education, Code Enforcement —
26 Housing, Code Enforcement — Rental, Emergency Management, Outcomes and Committed to
27 Serve. Chief Sitarz noted the complete report is available on the City website.
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29 Mayor Faust thanked the Fire Department for their passion in doing their job.
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31 Councilmember Jenson stated there has been an increase in service calls over the years, the
32 headcount has remained flat, the department is exceeding their education and training
33 requirements, and it is evident the team is committed to serving the public.
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35 Councilmember Gray noted in July — August EOC, he was very well prepared and thanked Chief
36 Sitarz for his dedication and leadership.
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38 Councilmember Brever thanked the Fire Department for all they do for the community. She
39 noted residents can request having their homes assessed. Chief Sitarz described the home
40 assessment program. Residents can call the fire station to set up an assessment.
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42 Councilmember Stille asked why there was an increase in service calls. Chief Sitarz indicated he
43 does not know the reason and the trend continues to increase. Councilmember Stille echoed
44 Councilmember Gray's comments about helping keep the community safe and secure.
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Mayor Faust stated the Council carries an emergency handbook for government officials. He
thanked the Fire Department for their support. Mayor Faust commented about the on-call
firefighters and their "regular" jobs. He stated it would be good for the public to know what the
on-call firefighters bring from their outside careers that helps the Fire Department support.
Mayor Faust noted OSHA requires 24 hours of training, and he is an advocate of training. Mayor
Faust stated he appreciates the Department's passion, care, and support to the City. The annual
report will be on the website.
9 C. Ordinance 2017-01; an Ordinance Setting Sewer, Water and Storm Water Charges for
10 2017.
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12 Assistant to the City Manager Charlie Yunker reviewed this is Final Reading and Adoption of
13 the Ordinance Setting Sewer, Water and Storm Water Charges for 2017.
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15 Motion by Councilmember Gray, seconded by Councilmember Brever, to approve Final Reading
16 and adopt Ordinance 2017-01; an Ordinance Setting Sewer, Water and Storm Water Charges for
17 2017.
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19 Motion carried 5-0.
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21 D. Resolution 17-031; a Resolution Authorizing Participation in the 2017 — 2018 GreenCorp
22 Program.
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24 Assistant to the City Manager Charlie Yunker reviewed this resolution is to authorize staff to
25 submit an application to be a GreenCorp host site for the 2017 — 2018 program year. Minnesota
26 GreenCorp is an AmericCorp Program coordinated by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
27 (MPCA). The goal of MN GreenCorp is to preserve and protect Minnesota's environment while
28 trailing a new generation of environmental professionals. The City of St. Anthony was awarded a
29 GreenCorp member for the 2012 — 2013 and 2015 — 2016 program years. With the assistance of
30 the GreenCorp member, the City has established several sustainable programs that will continue
31 to benefit the City for many years to come. The GreenCorp member would be compensated by
32 the MPCA and St. Anthony would be responsible for supervision and office space.
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34 Mayor Faust explained briefly the GreenCorp program, noting the City has extremely good
35 results from previous programs.
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37 Motion by Councilmember Brever, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to adopt Resolution 17-
38 031; a Resolution Authorizing Participation in the 2017 — 2018 GreenCorps Program.
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40 Motion carried 5-0.
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42 E. Resolution 17-032; a Resolution Re¢arding Watering Restrictions
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44 Assistant to the City Manager Charlie Yunker stated this resolution is to implement water
45 conservation measures. These measures are being implemented to limit the amount of water that
46 is drawn from the aquifer and fulfill the City's commitment to environmental sustainability. With
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1 the increased demand of water in the summer months, staff is recommending limited splash pad
2 hours and watering restrictions. The water restrictions would include: limiting hours of operation
3 for splash pads at both Central and Emerald Parks, no watering between 11:00 am through 6:00
4 p.m., odd and even watering depending on house addresses. A temporary watering permit may
5 be obtained for 30 days to allow for daily watering of new sod, grass seeding and landscaping.
6 People can also water gardens, flower beds and wash vehicles at any time with a handheld hose.
7 Children's water toys are exempt when the users are present.
9 Councilmember Stille commented it is astounding how much water is used regionally. Mayor
10 Faust reviewed the restrictions that will be enforced April 1 — November 1, 2017.
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12 Motion by Councilmember Jenson, seconded by Councilmember Stille, to adopt Resolution 17-
13 032; a Resolution Regarding Watering Restrictions.
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15 Motion carried 5-0.
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17 F. St. Anthony Liquor Department Annual Report
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19 Liquor Operations Manager Mike Larson presented a PowerPoint of the 2016 St. Anthony
20 Village Liquor Operations 2016 Annual Report. Mr. Larson reviewed the two locations, Mission
21 Statement, Vision Statement, Value of Municipal Liquor Operation Revenue, 2016 Monthly
22 Sales Trend, 5 -Year Profit History, 10 -Year Profit History, Sales by Category, Comparisons and
23 Benchmarks, 2016 Accomplishments, 2016 Events, and Looking Ahead to 2017. The full report
24 is available on the City's website. Mr. Larson also noted the Liquor Store's website.
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26 Councilmember Gray thanked Mr. Larson for not opening last Sunday and following the State
27 Law. He also thanked Mr. Larson for another successful year.
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29 Councilmember Stille stated the aggregate income is something to be proud of. The two liquor
30 stores add to the community.
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32 Councilmember Jenson complimented Mr. Larson and all the employees on the inventory.
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34 Mr. Larson commended the staff on their dedication and fine work.
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36 Councilmember Brever complimented Mr. Larson and staff on how they live true to the Mission
37 Statement.
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39 Mayor Faust stated the liquor stores provide a place for residents to meet and talk. The liquor
40 stores made $266,000 profit last year and the money is being put back into the community.
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42 VII. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER AND COUNCIL MEMBERS.
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44 Councilmember Brever stated on March 5, she attended the Racial Equity Network meeting. Last
45 Monday, she attended the Parks Commission/Council work session. She attended last
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Wednesday a session conducted by the St. Anthony Police Department Officer on protection
against scams.
Councilmember Jensen stated on February 22, he attended the St. Anthony History Committee
Meeting. On March 6, he attended the Parks Commission/Council work session.
7 Councilmember Stille noted he attended the Parks Commission/Council work session. On March
8 9, he attended the Cops vs. Kids basketball game.
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10 Councilmember Gray stated he attended the joint meeting with the Parks Commission Work
11 Session. On March 9, he attended the Strategic Planning Meeting for North Suburban Access
12 Commission.
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14 Mayor Faust stated on March 5, he attended the Family Services Collaborative Meeting. On
15 March 6, Council met with the Parks Commission. On March 13, he testified at the Legislature
16 regarding cuts on LGA. Earlier today, Mayor Faust attended the Mississippi Water Management
17 Meeting.
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19 VIII. COMMUNITY FORUM.
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Mayor Faust invited residents to come forward at this time and address the Council on items that
are not on the regular agenda.
No one appeared to address the Council.
IX. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Councilmember Brever announced two of the Public Works employees are offering a lawn
mower maintenance class on Wednesday, April 5. Sign up through Community Services.
X. ADJOURNMENT.
Mayor Faust adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Debbie Wolfe
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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City Clerk
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