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WORK SESSION AGENDA
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30PM
Members of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person.
Minutes
Approval Of CC WS Meeting Minutes
CC 04 -16 -2026 WS.PDF
Work Session Topics
TIF Policy Discussion
Steve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.
COVER MEMO - TIF POLICY DISCUSSION.PDF
MINNETONKA TIF POLICY.PDF
Franchise Fee Discussion
Charlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.
COVER MEMO - FRANCHISE FEES.PDF
Sustainability Initiatives Discussion
Minette Saulog, Sustainability Coordinator, presenting.
COVER MEMO - CLIMATE PLAN INITIATIVES.PDF
Future Work Session Dates, Times And Agenda Items
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
Adjournment
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGEWORK SESSION AGENDATuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30PMMembers of the public who wish to attend the meeting may do so in person.MinutesApproval Of CC WS Meeting MinutesCC 04 -16 -2026 WS.PDFWork Session TopicsTIF Policy DiscussionSteve Grittman, City Planner, presenting.COVER MEMO - TIF POLICY DISCUSSION.PDFMINNETONKA TIF POLICY.PDFFranchise Fee DiscussionCharlie Yunker, City Manager, presenting.COVER MEMO - FRANCHISE FEES.PDFSustainability Initiatives DiscussionMinette Saulog, Sustainability Coordinator, presenting.
COVER MEMO - CLIMATE PLAN INITIATIVES.PDF
Future Work Session Dates, Times And Agenda Items
Future Agenda Items
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.PDF
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City of Saint Anthony
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
Minutes
APRIL 14, 2026
Present:
Mayor & Council: Mayor Wendy Webster, Councilmembers Lona Doolan, Nadia Elnagdy, and Jan Jenson
Absent: Thomas Randle
Staff: City Manager Charlie Yunker
Others: City Planner Steve Grittman
Call to Order:
Mayor Webster called the Work Session to order at 5:30 p.m.
1.Approval of CC WS Meeting Minutes.
A.March 26th, 2026, City Council Work Session Minutes
Motion by Councilmember Doolan, seconded by Councilmember Jenson, to approve the City Council
Work Session Minutes of March 10, 2026, as presented.
Motion carried 4-0.
2.Work Session Topics.
A.Housing topics Discussion
Mayor Webster clarified that this discussion is a follow-up to the January goal-setting session on housing
policy.
City Planner Grittman began by discussing accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Currently, they are explicitly
prohibited in some ordinances and implicitly prohibited by the definition of single-family housing. He
sought to provide information on the issues surrounding ADUs and their positive opportunities, and to
summarize the community approaches to ADUs. He informed the Council that they will have to consider
whether ADUs should be allowed, how to proceed, and how ADUs fit into the recent conversation
surrounding rental housing.
Mayor Webster expressed her appreciation that the memo addresses the 40 percent allowable
impervious surface coverage. She asked if Staff knew what the impact of ADUs would be on the sewer
and water system. City Planner Grittman explained that they would have to work with engineers to
determine the capacity limitations of those systems and that they did not yet have that answer.
City Manager Yunker stated that the major concern would likely be not the system's capacity, but rather
connecting the ADUs to the system. Councilmember Jenson highlighted that other utilities need to be
considered as well.
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Councilmember Jenson asked whether adding to a building will increase the property's value. City
Planner Grittman stated that proponents of ADUs suggest there is added value. There are studies that
show this in other states.
Councilmember Jenson asks whether the main house is responsible for the increase in property taxes
and whether they would raise rent to accommodate it. City Planner Grittman noted that the main owner
would be responsible for paying taxes and would have to decide how to account for this with their
tenant.
Councilmember Jenson pointed out that ADUs are new to the area and that he would like to see real
examples from surrounding communities before implementing the option. He stated that there are also
already units within the City which have been added onto to house additional tenants. City Planner
Grittman clarified that you may currently have any number of related persons or up to three unrelated
persons in the single dwelling, but that they cannot add a separate unit. Now, there must be interior
access to the main home.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked Councilmember Jenson what metrics he would like to see from other
cities to show the outcomes of ADUs. Councilmember Jenson stated he was not sure, but he would like
to get a sense of whether it is working out well before they change their ordinance. He is also concerned
about the resale potential of properties with ADUs.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked whether the 40 percent impervious surface requirement would address
concerns about someone using their entire yard for a separate structure. City Planner Grittman says this
will apply to lots less than 90,000 square feet, and lots larger than this can have 35 percent. When the
impervious surface limits have been achieved, homeowners cannot expand further. This may lead
individuals to build a unit above existing buildings.
City Planner Grittman stated that recent research has shown that the costs of building an ADU are often
prohibitive and are not made up by rent. Many individuals who build an ADU are trying to provide for
their family rather than turn a profit. More qualitative research is needed with City staff to identify
additional issues.
Councilmember Elnagdy stated that if ADU construction is only a possibility for those who do not
already struggle with affordability, there is not a significant gain beyond gentle density. Councilmember
Jenson agreed.
Councilmember Doolan highlighted a scenario showing the benefits of an ADU option. A couple moved
to St. Anthony, and one of the spouses developed early-onset dementia. Another family wished to build
above the home of the couple to help support their needs while maintaining separation to allow for
independence. They were denied a variance. Councilmember Doolan expressed that there are
circumstances in which this should be accommodated. She also highlighted that the gentle density
increases are an important part of the City’s future planning. She stated that there is precedent for
allowing ADUs and that research has been conducted to show their benefits. The advantages an ADU
can provide for families make it worth considering.
Councilmember Jenson stated that building above an existing unit should be allowed. He asked if
allowing the option to build above an existing unit would require an ADU ordinance. City Planner
Grittman stated that it would require an ADU ordinance if it constitutes a separate dwelling, and they
are not able to limit the allowable tenants.
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Councilmember Elnagdy stated that they can require owner-occupancy in the original structure. City
Planner Grittman confirmed this and stated that there can be size requirements on the ADUs.
Mayor Webster explained that there is a certain number of allowable rental units in each zone. If a
homeowner wanted to build an ADU for rental, it would have to fit into the allowed number.
Councilmember Doolan asked if the units would count towards the limited rental slots if they are owner-
occupied.
Councilmember Jenson asked what happens when the current owner moves.
Councilmember Elnagdy followed up on Councilmember Doolan's previous comment about the rental
slots and stated that she was unsure whether there was that much room for nuance in the language.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked if they would like to allow for only above-building ADUs. She also asked
whether ADUs would count as rentals if the additional tenants were not paying rent. City Planner
Grittman stated ADUs would count as rentals if they had a rental license. Councilmember Elnagdy asked
if a homeowner would need a rental license to build an ADU. Mr. Grittman stated that homeowners
would if you were planning to treat it as a separate unit. He clarified that if the new space has a kitchen,
bathroom, sleeping quarters, a separate entrance, and no interior access to the current unit, you would
be creating a duplex.
Councilmember Doolan asked what would happen if someone wanted to tear down an existing
structure and build two new units, one to occupy and one to rent. She also highlighted privacy concerns
for neighbors when building upwards and asked whether placement on the lot would matter for ADUs.
Councilmember Jenson asked if Council would have to modify the number of rental units allowed to
accommodate allowing ADUs. City Planner Grittman stated that the Council would have to decide
whether ADUs would be included in the overall rental cap or be exempted from it.
Mayor Webster expressed her appreciation that ADUs will introduce gentle density, which they are
looking to achieve in single-family-zoned neighborhoods. She also pointed out concerns for current
families about aging baby boomers. Care facilities are expensive, and many families may prefer to invest
the money to build a new home on their property to care for aging loved ones. Councilmember Doolan
also noted that caregivers could live in the additional units.
Councilmember Jenson asked whether the Council would like to request a draft ordinance.
Councilmember Doolan stated that a community conversation would be beneficial. She cited New
Brighton’s ordinance, which relied on community surveys. Councilmember Doolan stated it would be
important to determine how many properties are even capable of adding a second unit, given the
impervious surface requirements, or whether most of the opportunity would be to build above existing
units. Councilmember Doolan asked whether adjusting ordinances to allow ADUs could be part of the
next Comprehensive Plan.
Councilmember Jenson appreciated the idea of getting community input. Mayor Webster also expressed
interest in obtaining community input and generating education around ADUs.
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Councilmember Elnagdy proposed softening or editing variance restrictions without writing a new
ordinance. She also stated they should consult with engineers to determine utility capacity and
stormwater impacts. She expressed interest in exploring the option more before jumping straight into
an ordinance, but she remains very open to the idea. City Manager Yunker highlighted that ADUs above
buildings and separate-structure ADUs are different; above-building ADUs may require less community
engagement because they have less impact on a neighborhood's makeup. He proposed focusing solely
on above-building ADUs to yield better feedback.
Mayor Webster asked City Manager Yunker if Staff could be directed to inquire as to what language can
be easily changed in current ordinances to allow for above-building ADUs. City Manager Yunker said a
Staff inquiry would be a first step and could be tied to the teardown ordinance.
Mayor Webster stated that this would be a good opportunity to begin conversations with the
community about moves toward greater density.
City Manager Yunker proposed moving the conversation to the teardown ordinance.
Councilmember Doolan highlighted a situation in which an individual was selling a home and was
interested in converting it to a duplex. City Planner Grittman said converting homes to duplexes would
be a zoning question about what should be allowed in single-family districts.
City Planner Grittman stated that there has been significant tension in Edina over how single-family
homes have been replaced by larger ones. He provided an overview of Edina’s proposed rules to
manage small home replacements. Some were operational, such as how you can construct and how you
must notify the neighborhood, and some were performative, such as maintaining tree cover and
specifying height restrictions.
Councilmember Jenson asked City Manager Yunker if there is an immediate issue of people buying
homes and tearing them down in St. Anthony. City Manager Yunker stated there is not a large concern,
but it is likely preventative to preserve affordable housing.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked for clarification on current rules preventing small home teardowns. City
Manager Yunker noted that the current regulations in single-family districts allow two-story buildings up
to 25 feet in height. The current code does not allow for three stories.
Councilmember Doolan wanted to emphasize sustainability. She highlighted that disposing of a home
generates significant waste and suggested stronger regulations on disposal. She also stated that pouring
concrete and new constructions also have negative environmental impacts. She was interested in seeing
restrictions on waste applied to remodels as well.
Councilmember Jenson asked how they could prevent undue restrictions on people who wanted to
remodel their homes. City Planner Grittman stated that the construction cost relative to the home's sale
price could determine what constitutes a teardown under the ordinance. He also said it could be
regulated by additional square footage created by the modification.
Councilmember Jenson inquired again if there has been an instance of a small home being torn down
and replaced with a larger one in the last four years. Councilmember Doolan stated that this has
occurred near her home in the last eight years.
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City Manager Yunker stated that there are necessary teardowns, but this ordinance simply seeks to
prevent changing a home so significantly that it would be out of place in the neighborhood. He
suggested the current height and impervious surface restrictions could prevent people from doing this
anyway, and nothing needs to be changed.
Councilmember Elnagdy expressed appreciation of preserving a neighborhood's character but also
pointed out that personal property rights are important. There is value in containing rebuilds to ensure
ample yard space between houses, but unilateral decisions could be imposing. It was clarified that the
current minimum space between a building and a property line in single-family districts is five feet.
Councilmember Doolan expressed concern about the resources required to power large homes
sustainably. Councilmember Elnagdy asked how resource use could be restricted. Councilmember
Doolan suggested adding solar panels.
Mayor Webster asked if there is another community that incorporates sustainable building practices
into their teardown ordinance. City Planner Grittman says he is unsure but would be surprised if there
were not any.
Councilmember Jenson expressed interest in taking responsibility for maintaining the neighborhood's
character. Councilmember Elnagdy asked if the responsibility would be an HOA law. It may be
overstepping. Councilmember Jenson withdrew his statement.
Mayor Webster asked if they would like to look at height restrictions. Councilmember Jenson stated that
these are already in place.
City Planner Yunker asked whether, aside from sustainability, the teardowns they have seen have
caused any issues.
Councilmember Doolan asked if there are limits on tall buildings due to fire codes. City Planner Grittman
said there were not in St. Anthony.
Councilmember Elnagdy asked if there are any current rules for tree protection. City Manager Yunker
said that no tree protection rules are a part of the current ordinance.
Councilmember Doolan stated there were complaints about the requirements for tree replacement. City
Planner Grittman said that cities were certainly allowed to have tree-replacement rules, but enforcing
them can be difficult.
B.3803 Stinson Blvd Follow Up
Mayor Webster stated that the goal of this discussion is to focus on the City's goals for this parcel. City
Manager Yunker clarified that they would like to confirm the Council’s desired direction for the site so
that the RFP being drafted will lead to the desired outcome. At the end of the last discussion, they
landed on single-level or no more than two-level townhomes at this site. He asked if this still fits the
Council’s goals.
Councilmember Doolan reported that there was a comment on how this area is already quite dense.
Mayor Webster stated that community comments reminded her that the original design for Silver Lake
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Village was to have this parcel designated for more townhomes. Adding townhomes could add more
housing without large multi-level buildings.
Councilmember Doolan asked if affordability was discussed. City Manager Yunker stated that it was
discussed, but it would be a challenge on such a small site.
Councilmember Elnagdy commented that the current plan to add townhomes on this parcel would
conflict with community concerns about affordable housing. She stated that she is worried about the
optics of building fancy townhomes. Councilmember Jenson stated that they had previously decided
that they must be owner-occupied, and one to two of the homes must be in the affordable range.
Councilmember Doolan expressed that one to two homes being affordable is not enough. She pointed
out that the original plan was for all units to be affordable. Councilmember Doolan proposed adding a
business to expand the tax base to improve affordability. City Manager Yunker reminded the Council
that the original plan to develop this parcel as townhomes was based on the assumption that the Ruby
would be a big-box store, which would have expanded the tax base through business.
Councilmember Elnagdy suggested an alternative solution. She concurred with Councilmember Yunker
that housing is abundant in that area and that there is community interest in something else, such as an
indoor basketball court or a community center. Councilmember Doolan stated that the site should be
used to grow the tax base and produce revenue.
Councilmember Jenson stated that the lot's size is unfortunate and that there has not been much
interest in developing it.
Mayor Webster stated there is no clear direction from the Council on what to do with the parcel.
City Manager Yunker proposed either issuing an RFP for housing or for a commercial site. Issuing an RFP
would indicate that this parcel is available for development. The Council could also just put it up for sale
as it is. Councilmember Elnagdy expressed that it would be worthwhile to advertise this area for
commercial use.
City Manager Yunker stated that Staff can put out the commercial RFP.
3.Future Work Session Dates, Times, and Agenda Items
A. Future Agenda Items
4.Adjournment
Mayor Webster adjourned the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Samina Crabtree
TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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MEMORANDUM
To:Saint Anthony Village City Council
From:Stephen Grittman, City Planner
Date:April 28, 2026
Request: Housing Topics (TIF Policy)
BACKGROUND
The City Council adopted three specific tasks as a part of its Housing Policy discussions during the annual
goal-setting process earlier this year. These were:
Consideration of codes related to allowing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
Consideration of policies related to the use of Tax Increment Financing to assist housing
projects.
Consideration of the study of “tear-down” ordinances as an aspect of housing affordability and
other neighborhood livability impacts.
At its work session on April 14, the Council discussed both the ADU and tear-down topics. The TIF policy
was left for the upcoming April 28 work session. The material provided for the prior work session is
included in this packet.
Tax Increment Financing Policy
Tax Increment Financing is one of the most common financial tools the City can use to assist private
development. In the past, the City’s use of TIF for private projects has been generally limited to
overcome extraordinary costs that sets a project on a more leveled market position. Otherwise, TIF is
often used to offset City costs necessary to accommodate private development (rather than provide
direct assistance to the project itself). This discussion is intended to identify policies that would apply
when TIF assistance is made by private development.
Attached is an example of the City of Minnetonka’s Affordable Housing TIF Policy, summarized by
Google’s AI. It notes the parameters Minnetonka uses for housing project eligibility for TIF assistance,
and further notes a fund that it uses from pooled excess TIF dollars collected from other projects.
RECOMMENDATION
No recommendation is given related to Worksession discussion. Staff seeks consensus direction as to
further research or Council preference as to follow-up code development.
ATTACHMENTS
Minnetonka Housing TIF Policy Summary
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MINNETONKA, MN HOUSING TIF POLICY (AI summary)
The City of Minnetonka uses Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and its Affordable Housing Trust Fund to
support housing for low- and moderate-income residents. In 2026, the city council authorized the
transfer of over $5.1 million in pooled TIF funds to this trust fund to increase the supply of
affordable units.
Affordability Requirements for TIF Projects
Minnetonka mandates an affordable component in any residential project that receives TIF
financing.
• Multi-Family Rental Developments:
o 20/50 Rule: At least 20% of units must be affordable to households at or below 50%
Area Median Income (AMI).
o 40/60 Rule: Alternatively, at least 40% of units must be affordable to those at or
below 60% AMI.
• For-Sale Developments:
o At least 10% of units in attached for-sale developments (condos, townhomes, etc.)
must be affordable to households at or below 80% AMI.
• Projects Without City Assistance:
o For developments requesting zoning changes but no city financial aid, the city
requires 10% of units to be affordable (specifically 5% at 50% AMI and 5% at 60% AMI
for rentals).
Expanded Transfer Authority (Special Legislation)
Minnetonka operates under special Minnesota legislation that allows it to transfer up to 15% of tax
increments from non-housing districts to its Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
• Flexibility: Once transferred, these funds are no longer subject to standard TIF reporting
and can be used city-wide for broader housing initiatives.
• Income Targets for Pooled Funds:
o Rental housing: Must benefit households at or below 80% AMI.
o Homeownership: Must benefit households at or below 120% AMI.
• Expiration: This special authority to transfer funds to the trust fund is currently set to expire
on December 31, 2026.
• Forms of TIF Assistance
The city typically provides TIF on a "pay-as-you-go" basis.
• Reimbursement: The Economic Development Authority (EDA) compensates developers for
eligible costs over a set number of years after property taxes are collected.
• Duration: Housing TIF districts can generally collect increments for up to 25 years.
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MEMORANDUM
To:Saint Anthony Village City Council
From:Charlie Yunker, City Manager
Date:April 28, 2026
Request: Consideration of Franchise Fees
BACKGROUND
At the 2026 annual Goal Setting, one of the action steps for the Fiscal and Organizational Strength goal
included considering electric/gas utility franchise fees as well as considering a broadband franchise fee.
Minnesota Statute §216B.36 allows cities to establish franchise agreements with utility companies that
use the public right-of-way to deliver service. Most often, municipalities craft these arrangements as
contracts, which the City Council then adopts as an ordinance. Cities can determine the amount of the
franchise fees charged, which is typically either a monthly flat rat, percentage of revenues, or based on
production unit. Most municipalities prefer the flat fee as both the most transparent option for the
account holder and the most predictable revenue source for the City. Utility companies then have the
right to pass on these fees to customers.
The City Council had previously considered franchise fees over ten years ago and had ultimately decided
to not move forward at the time. Since then, more cities have utilized these fees to support their budget
and cover use of services.
Electric and gas utility franchise fees
Electric and gas utility franchise fees charges utility companies for the use of public property and right of
way to deliver services. The fees typically apply to utilities which utilize power lines, gas pipes and
underground cables.
Franchise fees are associated with utility accounts. As such, they would be applicable to any user who
has an active utility account, including single-family residential, multi-family housing, commercial and
industrial properties as well as property tax-exempt properties, such as churches and non-profits.
It is common for cities to charge a flat monthly fee that residents would see on their utility bills. A flat
fee is issued for electric, then a separate fee for gas; these fees are equivalent. Tables 1 and 2 below
illustrate the averages within the metro.
Table 1: Basic Statistics - Xcel Energy Electric Franchise Fees
User Residential Small C&I
Non-demand
Small C&I
Demand Large C&I Public Street
Lighting
Municipal
Pumping Non-
Demand
Municipal
Pumping
Demand
Median 4.00 6.00 28.00 112.00 9.75 4.00 4.50
Range (Min.)0.80 1.20 2.50 2.50 1.03 0.45 1.03
Range (Max.)7.00 20.00 63.00 525.00 17.51 17.51 65.00
Basic Statistics - Xcel Energy Electric Franchise Fees
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Table 2: Basic Statistics – CenterPoint Energy Gas Franchise Fees
User Residential
Com-A Less
than 1,500
therms
Com/Ind B
1,500 >
or < 5,000
Com/Ind C
> 5,000
therms/yr
Small
Volume Dual
Fuel A
SVDF B
> 120,000
therms/yr
Large
Volume Firm
& Dual Fuel
Median 4.00 5.46 11.95 45.17 61.50 66.50 89.75
Range (Min.)0.58 0.61 1.66 2.50 ---
Range (Max.)8.00 35.00 120.00 468.00 468.00 468.00 1,011.50
Basic Statistics - Centerpointe Gas Franchise Fees
Tables 3 and 4 illustrate specific 2025 rates throughout the metro.
Table 3: 2025 Xcel Energy – Electric Franchise Fees
City Residential
Small C&I
Non-
demand
Small C&I
Demand Large C&I
Public
Street
Lighting
Municipal
Pumping
Non-
Demand
Municipal
Pumping
Demand
Big Lake 4.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 ²²²
Bloomington 5.95 11.90 63.00 182.00 ²²²
Brooklyn Center 1.65 4.25 22.75 103.00 13.50 13.50 13.50
Brooklyn Park 7.00 7.50 45.00 160.00 ²²²
Burnsville 4.00 12.00 40.00 180.00 ²²²
Centerville 4.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 ²²²
Champlin 3.62 9.80 41.21 144.24 17.51 17.51 17.51
Chanhassen 5.00 14.00 40.00 290.00 ²²²
Circle Pines 2.75 3.00 35.00 ²3.00 ²²
Dayton 4.00 12.00 45.00 200.00 16.00 16.00 16.00
Deephaven 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ²²²
Eagan 1.85 10.00 10.00 20.00 ²²²
Eden Prairie 6.50 8.50 20.50 89.50 ²²²
Edina 3.55 6.00 17.00 71.00 ²²²
Excelsior 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50
Falcon Heights 2.25 3.50 22.00 200.00 2.00 ²²
Golden Valley 6.00 6.00 30.00 258.00 ²²²
Inver Grove Heights 2.75 3.00 25.00 95.00 ²²²
Lakeville 6.00 16.00 35.00 120.00 ²²²
Landfall Village 2.25 4.75 14.00 65.00 15.50 ²²
Lexington 4.00 6.50 40.00 170.00 ²²²
Little Canada 3.75 6.75 40.00 525.00 15.50 2.00 3.00
Long Lake 4.00 6.00 40.00 160.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
Maplewood 4.25 5.50 30.00 180.00 9.75 8.25 10.75
Mendota Heights 2.00 20.00 20.00 50.00 15.00 2.00 2.00
Minnetonka 4.50 4.50 13.50 45.00 ²4.50 4.50
Mound 4.00 12.00 30.00 145.00 4.00 4.00 4.00
New Brighton 3.00 4.50 28.00 185.00 ²²²
New Hope 4.00 7.00 31.00 135.00 ²²²
Newport 1.00 1.50 14.00 70.00 5.00 1.00 10.00
Osseo 1.28 2.07 17.57 102.65 6.20 0.45 2.55
Otsego 4.00 5.00 40.00 95.00 ²²²
Plymouth 3.53 5.31 17.71 70.85 ²²²
Prior Lake 5.60 16.75 33.50 168.00 ²²²
Richfield 5.10 17.00 41.25 263.00 ²²²
Rogers 5.00 7.00 45.00 210.00 17.00 12.00 65.00
Shoreview 3.75 5.00 36.00 340.00 ²²²
Shorewood 4.00 8.00 10.00 25.00 ²²²
Spring Lake Park 0.80 1.20 8.50 50.00 ²²²
St. Michael 3.50 2.50 2.50 10.00 10.00 2.50 10.00
Vadnais Heights 4.75 6.00 50.00 300.00 ²²²
Wayzata 2.06 4.64 4.64 15.45 1.03 1.03 1.03
Woodbury 3.25 3.50 23.00 90.00 ²²²
2025 Xcel Energy - Electric Franchise Fees
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Table 4: 2025 CenterPoint Energy – Gas Franchise Fees
City Residential
Com-A Less
than 1,500
therms
/yr
Com/Ind B
1,500 >
or < 5,000
therms/yr
Com/Ind C
> 5,000
therms/yr
Small Volume
Dual Fuel A
< 120,000
therms/yr
SVDF B
> 120,000
therms/yr
Large Volume
Firm & Dual
Fuel
>1,999
therms Peak
Day
Afton $3.00 $6.00 $6.00 $6.00 $7.50 $7.50 $7.50
Anoka $4.00 $4.00 $11.20 $46.60 $96.30 $357.40 $1,011.50
Big Lake $4.00 $4.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00
Bloomington $5.95 $11.90 $11.90 $63.00 $63.00 $63.00 $182.00
Brooklyn Center $1.66 $1.74 $5.63 $22.50 $56.23 $107.96 $107.96
Brooklyn Park $7.00 $6.50 $20.00 $70.00 $160.00 $160.00 $160.00
Burnsville $8.00 $28.80 $80.00 $468.00 $468.00 $468.00 $468.00
Centerville $4.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00 $8.00
Champlin $3.98 $3.98 $10.78 $45.33 $90.67 $158.66 $158.66
Chanhassen $5.00 $5.00 $9.00 $20.00 $90.00 $90.00 $90.00
Dayton $4.00 $7.00 $20.00 $65.00 $152.00 $155.00 $200.00
Deephaven $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
Eagan $1.85 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $20.00
Eden Prairie $6.50 $8.50 $20.50 $89.50 $89.50 $89.50 $89.50
Elk River $4.00 $4.00 $16.00 $50.00 $70.00 $70.00 $70.00
Excelsior $2.50 $2.50 $2.50 $2.50 $2.50 $2.50 $2.50
Golden Valley $6.00 $7.50 $30.00 $30.00 $258.00 $258.00 $258.00
Isanti $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00 $5.00
Lake Elmo $2.00 $2.00 $18.00 $18.00 $80.00 $175.00 $175.00
Lakeville $6.00 $35.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00 $120.00
Lexington $4.00 $6.50 $40.00 $170.00 $0 $0 $0
Long Lake $4.00 $4.00 $25.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00 $60.00
Minnetonka $4.50 $4.50 $13.50 $45.00 $45.00 $45.00 $45.00
Monticello $7.00 $7.00 $24.00 $83.00 $83.00 $175.00 $292.00
Mound $4.00 $12.00 $30.00 $145.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00
New Hope $3.00 $4.00 $11.00 $38.00 $74.00 $83.00 $164.00
Otsego $4.00 $5.00 $20.00 $60.00 $80.00 $80.00 $100.00
Plymouth $3.53 $5.31 $17.71 $70.85 $70.85 $70.85 $70.85
Prior Lake $5.60 $5.60 $11.20 $16.75 $33.50 $33.50 $168.00
Richfield $5.10 $5.10 $16.50 $41.15 $41.15 $41.15 $259.00
Rogers $4.00 $7.00 $20.00 $70.00 $148.00 $148.00 $800.00
Shorewood $4.00 $4.00 $10.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00 $25.00
Spring Lake Park $0.58 $0.61 $1.66 $8.05 $37.00 $50.00 $50.00
St. Louis Park $6.75 $6.75 $12.00 $48.50 $48.50 $48.50 $148.50
Victoria $3.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $10.00
Woodbury $1.75 $10.00 $10.00 $100.00 $90.00 $90.00 $55.00
2025 Centerpointe Energy - Gas Franchise Fees
Broadband franchise Fees
Broadband franchise fees charge broadband service providers for use of the public right-of-way. In 2025,
Woodbury became the first in the state of Minnesota to adopt a broadband franchise. The franchise
agreement was with Intrepid Fiber Networks and provides equal broadband access to all residents of the
franchise area and payment of 5% of the gross revenue fee from the provider to the city for use of its
rights-of-way.
Since then, broadband franchise fees are an emerging consideration for cities, with many in the metro
discussing whether or not to pursue. This includes cities within the North Suburban Communications
Commission (NSCC), which Saint Anthony is a member of and utilizes NineNorth.
At this time, staff is looking for guidance from Council whether to adopt broadband franchise fees. If the
Council is interested, the City would work with the NSCC, which has been delegated the authority to
negotiate and manage the cable communications systems on behalf of its member cities. For broadband
franchise fees, staff anticipates that the revenue generated from these fees would go towards covering
the city’s cost with NineNorth services.
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COUNCIL INPUT
Staff is looking for input whether to move forward on considering franchise fees for electric, gas and
broadband. Staff is further looking for input on if franchise fees are adopted, whether the fees should be
intended to provide levy relief or to provide a new source of review.
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MEMORANDUM
To:Saint Anthony Village City Council
From:Minette Saulog, Sustainability Coordinator
Date:April 28, 2026
Request: Discussion Regarding Climate Plan Initiatives and Incentives
BACKGROUND
In 2023, Saint Anthony Village adopted the first Climate Plan outlining priorities for Waste, Water,
Energy and Transportation to support goals to reduce city-wide CO2 emissions by 80% (all facilities) and
100% (city facilities) by 2040.
In each focus area there are three unique initiatives, each of which consists of action steps for
consideration. The action steps are categorized in the plan as Policy, Education or Operations-oriented.
In the first few years of implementation from 2024 to date, several of these items have been
successfully evaluated for feasibility or implemented through staff research and actions, policy
development, or education and outreach at little to no cost, or with the support of an external grant.
However, a subsection of action steps across all four focus areas calls on staff to consider establishing
incentives or cost-sharing to promote community adoption of specific actions. Staff is seeking input from
Council whether the Council would be supportive of utilizing budgetary funds to accommodate these
types of incentives and cost-sharing programs.
CLIMATE PLAN EXAMPLES
The below examples are included as they are written in the Climate Plan. The purpose of the work
session is not to discuss whether to fund each action individually, but to use as a frame of reference
whether the Council would be interested in using City funds to support these types of projects in
general.
Water Focus Area
Initiative: Reduce excess impervious surfaces to improve water infiltration and quality.
o Action: Incentive for property owners to remove unused impermeable surfaces.
Initiative: Establish a revegetation program to replace lost tree cover.
o Action: Consider establishing a revegetation fund to help residents pay to have dead
trees removed and replaced with more hardy species.
Waste Focus Area
Initiative: Partner with local organizations to host multiple annual events for proper disposal of
hazardous waste, including electronics and appliances.
o Action: Consider establishing a fund to reduce or eliminate the financial barriers of
proper hazardous waste disposal.
Initiative: Reduce the amount of non-recyclable waste sent to the landfill.
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o Action: Incentivize or look at policies to reduce waste from businesses (food service
providers use compostables, businesses do more to reduce use of plastic bags).
Energy Focus Area:
Initiative: Improve the efficiency of homes, businesses, and public facilities in St. Anthony
Village.
o Action: Consider developing an incentive program or grant funding for residents to
pursue a home audit. One example would be to refund residents the cost of their home
audit if they address a certain number of inefficiencies identified in the home audit.
Examine providing low-income residents with financial support in improving home
efficiency if a home audit identifies significant issues.
o Action: Subsidize Home Energy Audit for residents who commit to investing in some
form of energy efficiency in their homes.
REQUEST FOR DISCUSSION
Tonight’s discussion focus is a high-level exploration and an opportunity for staff to receive additional
direction from City Council for how these actions should be approached financially.
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FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Date Type
Staff Present /
Contributing
Packet Due
Date
2026
May 12 Work
Session Sustainable Building Ordinance and Housing Topic Ordinance Review City Council
City Manager May 6
May 12 Regular Planning Commission items from April
City Council
City Manager May 6
May 26 Work
Session Housing Topics Ordinance Review
City Council
City Manager May 20
May 26 Regular Commissioner McGuire Presentation
City Council
City Manager May 20
June 9 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager June 3
June 9 Regular Planning Commission Items from May
City Council
City Manager June 3
June 23 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager June 17
June 23 Regular
City Council
City Manager June 17
June 30
Joint
Work
Session
Comprehensive Plan Preliminary Planning City Council
City Manager June 24
July 14 Work
Session 2027 Initial Property Tax Levy Scenarios
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
July 8
July 14 Regular
Planning Commission items from June
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Audit Report
Quarterly Goals Update
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
July 8
July 28 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager July 22
July 28 Regular
Liquor Operations Mid Year Report
VillageFest Presentation
Night to Unite Presentation
Night to Unite Proclamation
Public Safety Engagement Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Liquor Op Mgr
Police Chief
Fire Chief
July 22
August 10 Work
Session Discuss Updated Levy Scenarios/Detailed General Fund Budget
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
August 4
August 10 Regular
Planning Commission items from July City Council
City Manager August 4
August 25 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager
City Planner
August 19
August 25 Regular 2027 Proposed Budget & Levy Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
August 19
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FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
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September 8 Work
Session
City Council
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September 2
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2027 Preliminary Operating Budget and Debt Levy-PUBLIC HEARING
Students in Leadership-Consent
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
Engineer
September 2
September 22 Work
Session Existing and Future Community Center Needs Discussion City Council
City Manager September 16
September 22 Regular
Spirit of St. Anthony Award
Fire Prevention Presentation
Planning Commission items from August
Climate Plan Update
Energy Action Plan Update
City Council
City Manager
Fire Dept
Sustain. Coord.
September 16
October 13 Work
Session 2027 Long Term Capital Budget Plalns City Council
City Manager October 7
October 13 Regular
City Council
City Manager October 7
October 27 Work
Session 2027 Utility Rates and Budgets City Council
City Manager October 21
October 27 Regular
Quarterly Donations & Grants
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City Council
City Manager October 21
November 10 Work
Session Commission Interviews City Council
City Manager November 4
November 10 Regular
Score Grant Funding Application Approval
Canvass Election Results
City Council
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November 24 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager November 18
November 24 Regular
Fire Poster Contest Winners
Approval Plans & Specifications & Order Advertisement for Bids for
the upcoming Street Project
Fee Schedule Review
City Council
City Manager
Fire Chief
City Engineer
November 18
December 8 Work
Session Goal Setting Preparation City Council
City Manager December 2
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FUTURE COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
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Date
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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 2027 City & HRA Budgets and Final Property Tax Levy -
PUBLIC HEARING
2027 Fee Schedule
MS4
Quarterly Goals update
Final reading and adoption of water, sewer, & stormwater
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director December 2
December 22 Regular (Typically Cancelled)
2027
January 12 Work
Session
City Council
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January 12 Regular
Planning Commission items from December
Housekeeping Resolutions
Quarterly Donations & Grants
NYFS Agreement
Outside Orgs-Council
City Council
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NYFS
January 6
January 26 Work
Session 2027 Goals Draft City Council
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January 26 Regular Public Works Snow Plowing Operations presentation
City Council
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PW Director
January 20
February 9 Work
Session
City Council
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February 9 Regular
Planning Commission items from January
Public Hearing-2028 Budget Calendar and Process
2027 Planning Commission Work Plan- (motion only)
2027 Parks and Environmental Commission Work Plan- (motion only)
Adoption of Strategic Plan
City Council
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Finance Director
February 3
February 23 Work
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February 23 Regular
City Council
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March 9 Work
Session
City Council
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March 9 Regular
Planning Commission Items from February
Finance Annual Report
Public Works Annual Report
NineNorth Presentation
City Council
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Finance Director
PW Director
March 3
March 23 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager March 17
March 23 Regular
Fire Annual Report
Police Annual Report
City Council
City Manager
Police Dept
Fire Dept
March 17
April 13 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager April 7
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Date
April 13 Regular
Planning Commission Items from March
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Arbor Day Proclamation
Earth Day Proclamation
Quarterly Goals Update
City Council
City Manager April 7
April 27 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager April 21
April 27 Regular
Insurance Renewal & Tort Limits- Consent
Villager of the Year and Business of the Year
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
April 21
May 11 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager May 5
May 11 Regular
Planning Commission items from April
Salo Park Concert Series Presentation
City Council
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May 25 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager May 19
May 25 Regular City Insurance Renewal
City Council
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Finance Director
May 19
June 8 Work
Session
City Council
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City Council
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June 22 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager June 16
June 22 Regular
City Council
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July 13 Work
Session 2028 Initial Property Tax Levy Scenarios
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
July 7
July 13 Regular
Planning Commission items from June
Quarterly Donations & Grants
Audit Report
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City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
July 7
July 27 Work
Session
City Council
City Manager July 21
July 27 Regular
Liquor Operations Mid Year Report
VillageFest Presentation
Night to Unite Presentation
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Public Safety Engagement Presentation
City Council
City Manager
Liquor Op Mgr
Police Chief
Fire Chief
July 21
August 10 Work
Session Discuss Updated Levy Scenarios/Detailed General Fund Budget
City Council
City Manager
Finance Director
August 4
August 10 Regular
Planning Commission items from July City Council
City Manager August 4
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