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I. Call to Order.
II. Roll Call.
III. Introduction of Members.
IV. Approval of June 8, 2020, Parks and Environmental Commission Meeting Agenda. (action requested.)
V. Approval of the March 9, 2019, Parks and Environmental Commission Meeting Minutes. (action requested.)
VI. Presentations.
A. Central Park/Stadium Field and Turf Project Update. Update. Troy Urdahl, St. Anthony/New
Brighton School District staff presenting.
B. Friends of the Parks Update. Lona Doolan presenting.
C. Citizens for Sustainability Updates. Lona Doolan presenting.
VII. Commission Reports.
VIII. Other Business.
IX. Community Forum.
Individuals may address the Parks Commission 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 Park Commission 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.
X. Adjournment.
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING
AGENDA
JUNE 8, 2020
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY 1
PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING 2
MARCH 9, 2020 3
7:00 p.m. 4
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I. CALL TO ORDER. 6
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Chairperson Bellinger called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 8
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II. ROLL CALL. 10
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Commissioners Present: Chair Therese Bellinger, Commissioners James Niemi, Patrick Penner, 12
and Jessica Rengstorf. 13
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Absent: Commissioner Renee Reed 15
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Also Present: Public Works Director Jay Hartman, School Board Representative 17
Cassandra Palmer; Student Liaison Sarah Jo Carre; Citizens for 18
Sustainability Lona Doolan and Dan Kunitz; School District 19
Representative Troy Urdahl; Superintendent Renee Corneille, and 20
Sports Boosters Representative Gary Goldsmith. 21
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III. INTRODUCTION OF MEMBERS. 23
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IV. APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 9, 2020, PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL 25
COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA. 26
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Motion by Commissioner Niemi, seconded by Commissioner Penner, to approve the March 9, 28
2020, Parks Commission agenda. 29
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Motion carried unanimously. 31
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V. APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 2, 2019 REGULAR PARKS AND 33
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES. 34
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Chair Bellinger asked for any changes to the minutes and given there were none stated the 36
minutes would stand as presented. 37
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VI. PRESENTATIONS. 39
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A. Friends of the Parks Update 41
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Ms. Lona Doolan introduced herself and will be presenting the March update. She stated 43
where things were left last fall with the bee lawn being seeded in November 2019, the seed-44
sowing demonstration garden is awaiting Spring planting and the plug demonstration garden 45
was planted in September 2019 with winter cover. Phase 3 will be seeding a pollinator garden. 46
The final 25’ garden will demonstrate the sowing method: starting seeds in the garden rather 47
than starting with transplants. Ms. Doolan reviewed the opportunities for 2020 including 48
Expanding Bee Laws – The State of Minnesota is offering Legume to Lawns grants to convert 49
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turf grass into Bee Lawns. Public Works will be asked to evaluate other areas within the parks 1
where the terrain is challenging to maintain and identify where Bee Lawns could be planted to 2
reduce risks in maintenance. Pollinator Plants will be introduced in current public plantings 3
such as outside city hall, Water Tower Park and Central Park bio-swale. It is recommended 4
that extra wildflower seeds be purchased to over-plant Central Park bio-swale and Silver Point 5
rain garden. A plant swap will be organized and gardeners will be asked to share native plant 6
divides to refresh park plantings. 7
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Chair Bellinger stated she would support the plant share and suggested some of the current 9
plants might be divided. Ms. Doolan stated those plants could be divided in 2-3 years. Ms. 10
Doolan stated there is a facebook page for Friends of the Parks. 11
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Commissioner Penner asked where the seeds are purchased and Ms. Doolan stated they were 13
referred by a Master Gardener, who has purchased from them before. It is a local company. 14
Commissioner Penner asked about mowing and Ms. Doolan explained the bee lawn which can 15
be mowed once a year. 16
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Commissioner Niemi asked if the creeping thyme spreads into the other areas and Ms. Doolan 18
stated the spread is contained well. 19
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Ms. Doolan explained the plantings on the steep areas. Ms. Palmer asked if there could be 21
information about the plantings available and Ms. Doolan stated there will be information on 22
the plantings. Ms. Palmer thanked Friends of the Parks. 23
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B. Central Park/Stadium Field and Turf Feasibility Work 25
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Mr. Troy Urdahl, representing St. Anthony/New Brighton School District provided updates. 27
Mr. Urdahl introduced Renee Corneille, Superintendent of Schools. She shared they have 28
three strategic directions Community, Students and Staff. She described her expertise on a 29
Friday night in the fall of 2019. The history of Central Park Use Park and Rec in St. Anthony 30
was described. There is no City run Park and Rec. Mr. Gary Goldsmith reviewed the logistical 31
challenges due to the increase in youth participating in sports. He noted the boosters are all 32
volunteers. There is a shortage of fields and every year one field needs to be closed. The 33
stadium field is being over-used as well as the field next to it. Ms. Corneille reviewed the 34
Central Park Stadium Needs being concession stand, ticket booth, accessible restrooms, press 35
box, stadium field turf surface and stadium running track. A feasibility study is being done. A 36
discussion of a turf field was held. 37
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Mr. Urdahl reviewed the highlights of the feasibility study. Physical education programming 39
and co-curricular activities are negatively impacted by field accessibility and closing due to 40
overuse. Field conditions and safety have become a concern. No longer able to meet the 41
school/community’s demand for use while also providing safe/appropriate field spaces for 42
curricular, co-curricular, interscholastic, and booster programming. Concerns about field use 43
and availability have escalated public relations issues for the community and school district. 44
Turf would allow for greater use among current and new groups with use earlier in the spring 45
and later in the fall. There would be less negative pressure and stress on the school district and 46
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City. A stadium field turf surface would result in reduced stress on other facilities, less 1
transportation need/expenses due to hosting more events, and lower maintenance costs. A 2
field was lost at Wilshire Park. Mr. Urdahl noted the District is 50+ acres short on land by 3
MDE standards for new construction. There are over 2000 youth users of Central Park each 4
year. The installation of artificial turf would double the number of groups, participants and 5
events able to use the stadium field each year. The City identified “Explore Turf 6
Improvements with the School District” as an action step during its 2019 and 2020 Strategic 7
Planning Goal Setting. ISD #282 Administration and City Staff continue to discuss 8
possibilities for Central Park infrastructure. Braun Intertec conducted a soil study on the 9
stadium field to see if it could support artificial turf and preliminary results indicated it can 10
however further study is recommended for any final planning and design. 11
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Mr. Urdahl stated estimates maintenance costs include $29K per year for current maintenance 13
and $5K annual maintenance for artificial turf. Irrigation water, fertilizers and pesticides in 14
Central Park would be reduced. 15
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The Stadium Running Track was reviewed and the current track surface is pea gravel. 17
Physical education is unable to effectively use the current track and 50+ high school students 18
travel to Spring Lake Park each day in the spring for track and field. 40+ middle school 19
students practice at St. Anthony without a home track. A new running track would be a 20
community space, accessible for public use. 21
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Mr. Urdahl reviewed the stadium project funding. An artificial turf field would cost 23
approximately $1.2M and with a track it would be $2.4M. The school district has received a 24
$280K Hennepin County grant for the installation of turf. Grant matching partners have 25
pledged $20K+. Additional funding is being researched by the School District. 26
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Student Liaison Carre asked where the $15,000 saved would be placed and Mr. Urdahl stated 28
the savings would go back into the cost for replacement of the turf surface. The surface would 29
need to be replaced every 10-12 years. The replacement would cost $500,000. 30
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Ms. Palmer asked if the presentation is available on the district website and it was noted it has 32
not been put on the website yet. 33
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Commissioner Penner asked how often the track would need to be resurfaced and Mr. Urdahl 35
stated it would go along with the field resurfacing. Mr. Urdahl explained how the turf would 36
be able to double the use. 37
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Student Liaison Carre asked how long it would take to replace the turf and Mr. Urdahl stated 39
it would take a couple of months. 40
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Chair Bellinger asked if other fields within the city would be freed up and Mr. Urdahl stated 42
Wilshire Park, the practice field, and the other Central Park fields. 43
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Ms. Palmer asked if there are other turf fields or tracks in the area and Mr. Urdahl stated 1
Roseville is adding one again this year and there are others in Mounds View, Irondale, and 2
Spring Lake Park. 3
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Commissioner Niemi asked where the physical education classes run now and Mr. Urdahl 5
responded they use the paths in Central Park. 6
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Commissioner Penner asked if the new track would be the same size as the current track. Mr. 8
Urdahl stated the track would cut into the field space but would not increase in width. 9
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Chair Bellinger asked what else needs to be researched and Superintendent Corneille stated 11
the budget and financial options. They are looking at the possibility of bond, or lease levy 12
option. 13
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Commissioner Niemi asked if a turf field would be rented to other groups/communities. Mr. 15
Urdahl stated it could be explored. 16
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Chair Bellinger asked if more parking would be needed and Mr. Urdahl stated that would not 18
be needed. She thanked them for their presentation. 19
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C. Silverwood Park Update 21
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Ms. Alyssa Baguss representing Three Rivers Park District, provided an update on 23
Silverwood Park. She presented a power point showing the mission of Three Rivers Park 24
District is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural 25
resources-based park system. It encompasses over 27,000 acres of parks and trails and serves 26
millions of visitors annually. The amenities include full-service café, banquet facilities, 27
meeting room, one-mile walking trail, outdoor amphitheater and island picnic shelter. 28
Silverwood Park is 125 acres in size consisting of 68 acres of upland, 3 acres of wetland and 29
49 acres of lake. The summer visitor center hours beginning April 1st will be 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 30
p.m. Boat rentals will be available Saturday and Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Memorial 31
Day to Labor Day. Rental Open Houses will be the 1st and 3rd Monday of each Month 5:00 32
p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at the Silverwood Park Visitor Center. There were over 500 programs held 33
at Silverwood Park in 2019. The Summer Concert Series will be held Wednesdays at 6:30 34
p.m. June 10, 2020 – August 26, 2020. Ms. Baguss showed a drawing of the Art on Foot 35
Sculpture Trail and the Poetry Trail. Pictures of the new sculpture and artwork were provided 36
for Commission review. Ms. Baguss showed example of the art in the gallery. A shoreline 37
restoration project will be done by July 2020. 38
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D. Hennepin County Backyard Composting 40
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Ms. Lona Doolan reviewed Hennepin County is selling backyard compost bins. The bins are 42
made of cedar and wire mesh, they are sold as a kit with material, hardware and assembly 43
instructions. The bins are 3’ x 3’ x 3’ when assembled and cost $50 each. Lids are available 44
for an additional $15. Order forms will be available on the city website and pickup will be 45
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May 16 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the city hall parking lot. There is no limit as to how many 1
can be purchased. 2
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E. ISD #282 Environmental Grant Update 4
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Ms. Lona Doolan reviewed ISD 282 has been awarded a Hennepin County Green Partners 6
Environmental Education grant for the 2019 / 2020 school year. The focus of the grant is to 7
increase environmental awareness and promote student leadership. The expected outcomes 8
are: Climate Crisis workshop for high school students. Middle school LEAP focus on climate 9
change. Climate study probes and monitoring equipment. Environmental projects lead by 10
students and Solar display in Central Park (collaboration with Parks & Environmental 11
Commission). Ms. Doolan summarized the projects and noted she will return to the 12
Commission to review the solar demonstration display. 13
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Commissioner Niemi asked where the display would be placed in Central Park and Ms. 15
Doolan stated in the middle of the pathway between the pavilion and the school. 16
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Chair Bellinger asked if this could be used in other parks and Ms. Doolan stated it would be a 18
good opportunity. 19
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F. Citizens for Sustainability Updates 21
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Ms. Lona Doolan presented a power point update on the Citizens for Sustainability. She 23
reviewed Who We Are, 2019 Highlights & Feedback Collected, CFS Strategic Planning, 2020 24
Priorities, and Upcoming Dates & Events. The 2019 Highlights including Successful 25
Outcomes and Successful Collaborations were reviewed. 26
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Ms. Doolan stated the CFS (Citizens for Sustainability) is in the middle of their strategic 28
planning process. She also reviewed the 2020 Priorities. The upcoming events are as follows: 29
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April 22, 2020 – Earth Day 31
May 9, 2020 – Spring Clean Up Day 32
May 16, 2020 – Backyard Compost Bin Distribution 33
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They meet the first Saturday of each month 9-10:30 a.m. at City Hall. 35
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Ms. Doolan reviewed items that can be done in collaboration with the Parks and 37
Environmental Commission. A resolution to recognize Earth Day was presented for 38
Commission review. 39
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Commissioner Niemi asked if the compost bins can be obtained before May 16. Ms. Doolan 41
stated she will check. 42
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VII. COMMISSION REPORTS 44
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Mr. Hartman stated the ice skating season has ended. This year there were 2200 users between 1
the three rinks. Ten years ago, the users were 4600. Average is 2500 – 3000 per year. A 2
number of collaborations have been done with Tree Trust where 60 new trees were planted. 3
City staff will be meeting with the Superintendent and Mr. Urdahl on needs and how to work 4
together. 5
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Chair Bellinger stated she and Mr. Hartman attended a strategic planning meeting together. 7
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Ms. Palmer stated the school board will be meeting March 10, 2020. Next week is Spring 9
Break. 10
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VIII. OTHER BUSINESS 12
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A. Request for Earth Day proclamation from Citizens for Sustainability 14
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Mr. Dan Kunitz submitted a proclamation for consideration for Earth Day. This will be 16
presented to the City Council. 17
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IX. COMMUNITY FORUM – NONE. 19
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X. ADJOURNMENT. 21
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Chair Bellinger adjourned the meeting at 8:30 p.m. 23
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Respectfully submitted, 26
Debbie Wolfe 27
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. 28
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City Council Approved February 26, 2020
St. Anthony Village Parks and Environmental Commission
2020 Work Plan
The Parks and Environmental Commission is a five member advisory commission, appointed by the City Council and is
charged with the following duties (City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.25):
(A) To prepare, revise, and maintain a comprehensive, long-term plan for the redevelopment of parks within the
city. This plan shall be viewed as a working document that serves as a framework and reference to future
redevelopment;
(B) To make recommendations to and advise the City Council and staff regarding park and environmental issues
and ideas;
(C) To establish priorities and recommend a phasing plan and schedule for implementing innovative park and
environmental initiatives improvements, renovations, and plans;
(D) To work with other communities to explore cooperative arrangements to develop connecting routes in the
form of bikeways, walking paths, and corridors of green space wherever possible;
(E) To investigate funding sources, including requests for increases in the city budget, designated for parks,
green spaces and environmental initiatives;
(F) To seek new areas for additional parks, natural areas, walking paths, bikeways, and green space corridors;
(G) To generate community involvement in the development of parks, environmental initiatives and their
elements;
(H) To review and recommend revisions to the operation and maintenance of city parks and environmental
initiatives; and
(I) To periodically review, re-evaluate, and update the comprehensive park and environmental initiatives plan to
reflect current and future park needs of the city.
In 2020, the Parks and Environmental Commission will focus on the following items:
• Continue with citywide Parks cleanup in Spring 2020.
• Education and outreach in conjunction with community organizations to promote use of the organics drop off
site.
• Explore pedestrian & bike friendly routes.
• Joint meeting with Planning Commission.
• Explore water conservation initiatives working with Rice Creek and MWMO watersheds, and partner with
schools for water conservation poster contest.
• Promote Arbor Day and Tree City activities in 2020, including outreach and education to residents and city
contractors about tree diversity, climate resiliency, and proper planting techniques.
• Promote 2020 Sustainability Fair at the Community Center.
• Central Park solar demonstration project.
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M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: February 24, 2020
TO: Parks and Environmental Commission Members
FROM: Jay Hartman, Director of Public Works
RE: 2020 Parks and Environmental Commission Meeting Schedule
The following is a list of the 2020 Parks and Environmental Commission Meetings. Meetings occur
quarterly on the 1st Monday of the month unless noted. The meetings will be at City Hall Council
Chambers starting at 7:00 pm.
March 9, 2020 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
March 17, 2020 Joint Meeting with City Council
and Planning Commission at 5:30 pm
June 8, 2020 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
September 14, 2020 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
December 7, 2020 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
If you have any questions, please call me.
Thank you.
Jay Ha rtman
Director of Public Works
612-782-3314
***Work Session to follow regular meeting***
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May 29, 2020
PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
CONTACT INFORMATION
Name Term End Date
Therese Bellinger- Chair 12/31/21
2836 Roosevelt Street NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-889-4147 (e-mail) therese.bellinger@savmn.com
James Niemi- Vice Chair 12/31/22
3541 Harding Street NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-781-1942 (e-mail) james.niemi@savmn.com
Michael Guest 12/31/21
3626 Belden Dr NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-501-5378 (e-mail) micheal.guest@savmn.com
Patrick Penner 12/31/22
3804 Highcrest Rd. NE # 312
St. Anthony, MN 55421
651-206-4872 (e-mail) Patrick.penner@savmn.com
Renee Reed 12/31/22
3100 Hilldale Avenue NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612-462-0730 (email) renee.reed@savmn.com
Staff Liaison: Jay Hartman
Public Works Director
Jay.hartman@savmn.com
612-782-3314
Dr. Cassandra Palmer Sarah Jo Carre’
SANB School Board Student Liaison
2405 Silver Lane, NE sarahjocarre’@gmail.com
St. Anthony, MN 55421
cpalmer@stanthony.k12.mn.us
Council Liaison: Thomas Randle
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(O) The bylaws may be amended at any meeting of the Planning Commission by a quorum of the
Commission, provided that notice of the proposed amendment is given to each member in writing at least
2 weeks prior to the meeting. In addition, any amendment to the Planning Commission bylaws must be
approved by the City Council.
(1993 Code, § 305.07)
§ 32.08 CITY COUNCIL ACTION WITHOUT RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION.
If a matter is required to be referred to the Planning Commission and is referred to the Planning
Commission and if no recommendation is transmitted by the Planning Commission to the City Council
within 60 days after referral to the Planning Commission, the City Council may take action without the
recommendation. If a matter not required to be referred to the Planning Commission is referred to the
Planning Commission, the City Council may at any time take action without the recommendation of the
Planning Commission.
(1993 Code, § 305.08)
PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
§ 32.20 PURPOSE.
The City of St. Anthony does now operate and maintain public parks for the benefit and pleasure of its
residents. A City Parks and Environmental Commission is hereby established to advise the City Council
regarding the promotion of the systematic, comprehensive, and effective development of park facilities
necessary for the overall health, ability, and well-being of city residents of all ages. The Parks and
Environmental Commission advises the City Council regarding policies, practices, and proposals that
relate to the sustainable use and management of environmental resources, including air, water, energy,
land, ecological resources, and waste. (1993 Code, § 306.01) (Am. Ord. 2019-02, Amended 04-23-19)
§ 32.21 MEMBERSHIP.
The Parks and Environmental Commission will consist of 7 members, 5 voting and 2 nonvoting, all of
whom will be residents of the City of St. Anthony. Five of the 7 will be appointed by affirmative vote of
a majority of the members of the St. Anthony City Council. There will be 2 nonvoting liaison members.
The School Board of District #282 will appoint a member and City Council will appoint a School District
#282 student liaison. (1993 Code, § 306.02) (Am. Ord. 2019-02, Amended 04-23-19)
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§ 32.22 TERMS OF OFFICE.
(A) Members appointed by the City Council will serve 3-year terms. The first Parks and Environmental
Commissioners will be appointed as follows:
2 members 1-year terms
3 members 2-year terms
2 members 3-year terms
(B) Thereafter, members shall be appointed to 3-year terms when the original term of office expires,
except where a vacancy occurs in the middle of a term. In which case, the appointment will be for the
duration of the unexpired term. The 3 liaison members will serve at the pleasure of their respective
organizations and can be replaced at any time. Members of the Parks and Environmental Commission
shall be residents of the City of St. Anthony throughout their term of office.
(1993 Code, § 306.03)
§ 32.23 VACANCIES.
(A) Any of the following will cause the office of a Parks and Environmental Commission member to
become vacated:
(1) Death;
(2) Disability or failure to serve;
(3) Removal of legal resident from the city;
(4) Resignation in writing;
(5) Failure to uphold the oath of office; and/or
(6) Failure to attend 4 or more scheduled meetings of the Parks and Environmental Commission in a
calendar year, unless waived by the City Council after a written request from the Parks and
Environmental Commission member.
(B) The city will publish an open invitation to all residents interested in serving on the Parks and
Environmental Commission to inform the City Manager in writing of their interest and desire to be
interviewed for a seat on the Parks and Environmental Commission.
(1993 Code, §306.04)
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§ 32.24 COMPENSATION.
The Parks and Environmental Commission members shall be compensated at $25 per meeting attended
and the Chair will be compensated at $35 per meeting attended. The compensation will be effective
January 1, 2015.
(1993 Code, § 306.05) (Am. Ord. 2014-04, passed 11-10-2014)
§ 32.25 POWERS AND DUTIES.
The powers and duties of the Parks and Environmental Commission shall be as follows:
(A) To prepare, revise, and maintain a comprehensive, long-term plan for the redevelopment of parks
within the city. This plan shall be viewed as a working document that serves as a framework and reference
to future redevelopment;
(B) To make recommendations to and advise the City Council and staff regarding park and environmental
issues and ideas;
(C) To establish priorities and recommend a phasing plan and schedule for implementing innovative park
and environmental initiatives improvements, renovations, and plans;
(D) To work with other communities to explore cooperative arrangements to develop connecting routes
in the form of bikeways, walking paths, and corridors of green space wherever possible;
(E) To investigate funding sources, including requests for increases in the city budget, designated for
parks, green spaces and environmental initiatives;
(F) To seek new areas for additional parks, natural areas, walking paths, bikeways, and green space
corridors;
(G) To generate community involvement in the development of parks, environmental initiatives and their
elements;
(H) To review and recommend revisions to the operation and maintenance of city parks and
environmental initiatives; and
(I) To periodically review, re-evaluate, and update the comprehensive park and environmental initiatives
plan to reflect current and future park needs of the city. (1993 Code, § 306.06) (Am. Ord. 2019-02,
Amended 04-23-19)
§ 32.26 PARK AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION BYLAWS.
(A) A schedule of meeting dates shall be established and changed or altered at any regularly scheduled
meeting between the Chair and Public Works Director.
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(B) Additional meetings may be held at any time upon the call of the Chair or by a majority of the voting
members of the Parks Commission or upon request of the City Council following at least 24 hours’ notice
to each member of the Commission and adhering to the requirements of the Open Meeting Law.
(C) Prior to the first regular meeting of each year, the City Council shall appoint a Chair and Vice Chair.
(Am. Ord. 2014-04, passed 11-10-2014)
(D) The duties and powers of the members of the Parks and Environmental Commission shall be as
follows:
(1) Chair:
(a) Preside at all meetings of the Parks and Environmental Commission;
(b) Call, amend, or cancel meetings of the Parks and Environmental Commission in accordance with
the bylaws; and
(c) Review agenda with staff prior to the scheduled meeting.
(2) Vice Chair: during the absence, disability, or disqualification of the Chair, the Vice Chair shall
exercise or perform all the duties and be subject to all the responsibilities of the Chair; and
(3) Secretary: record the proceedings of all meetings.
(E) Matters referred to the Parks and Environmental Commission by the City Council or School Board
shall be placed on the calendar for consideration and action at the first meeting of the Parks Commission
after the referral.
(F) Three members of the Parks and Environmental Commission shall constitute a quorum for the
transaction of business.
(G) Reconsideration of any decision of the Parks and Environmental Commission may be had when the
interested party for the reconsideration makes a showing, satisfactory to the Chair and/or Public Works
Director that without fault on the part of the party, essential facts were not brought to the attention of the
Parks and Environmental Commission.
(H) Robert’s Rules of Order are hereby adopted for the government of the Parks and Environmental
Commission in all cases not otherwise provided for in these bylaws. The bylaws can be amended at any
meeting by a vote of the majority of the entire membership of the Parks and Environmental Commission,
and by City Council and School Board approval, provided 5 days§ notice has been given to each member
of the Parks and Environmental Commission.
(I) Deadline for filing for placement on the agenda for any related parks issue shall be exactly 1 week
prior to the meeting the applicant desires to be heard.
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(J) Any member of the Parks and Environmental Commission who shall feel that he or she has a conflict
of interest on any matter that is before the Parks and Environmental Commission shall voluntarily excuse
himself or herself, vacate his or her seat, and refrain from discussing and voting on item(s) in question.
(K) Any Parks and Environmental Commissioner who has advanced knowledge that he or she will not
be able to attend a scheduled meeting of the Parks and Environmental Commission, shall notify the
Public Works Director at the earliest possible opportunity and, in any event, prior to 3:30 p.m. on the
date of the meeting. The Public Works Director shall notify the Chair of the Parks and Environmental
Commission in the event that the projected absences will produce a lack of quorum.
(L) The Vice Chair shall succeed the Chair if he or she vacates his or her office before his or her term is
completed; the Vice Chair to serve the unexpired term of the vacated office. A new Vice Chair shall be
elected at the next regular meeting.
(M) The bylaws may be amended at any meeting of the Parks and Environmental Commission by a
quorum of the Parks and Environmental Commission, provided that notice of the proposed amendment
be given to each member in writing at least 2 weeks prior to the meeting. In addition, any amendment
to the Parks and Environmental Commission bylaws must be approved by the City Council and School
Board.
(1993 Code, § 306.07)
§ 32.27 CITY COUNCIL ACTION WITHOUT RECOMMENDATION OF THE PARKS AND
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION.
If a matter is referred to the Parks and Environmental Commission and if no recommendation is
transmitted by the Parks and Environmental Commission to the City Council after referral to the Parks
and Environmental Commission, the City Council make take action without the recommendation.
(1993 Code, § 306.08)
§ 32.28 REQUESTS.
All requests shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for review before the request is submitted to
the City Council.
(1993 Code, § 306.09)
§ 32.29 STAFF LIAISON.
The Public Works Director or designee will be the staff liaison to the Parks Commission.
(1993 Code, § 306.10)