04-08-08
AGENDA
Council/Manager Meeting
Golden Valley City Hall
7800 Golden Valley Road
Council Conference Room
April 8, 2008
6:30 pm after HRA
1. MnPass Phase II Planning Study
2. Approval of Fire Department Relief Association By-Law Amendment Regarding
Pension Increases
3. Community Tree Distribution Programs
4. Recycling Contract
5. U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement - Environmental Commission Report
6. Request to Amend the Land Use Plan Map - 228 and 308 Meander Road
7. Council Social
8. Gay Pride Day Proclamation
9. Environmental Commission
10. Board/Commission Dinner
11. Dispatch Contract
Council/Manager meetings have an informal, discussion-style format and are designed
for the Council to obtain background information, consider policy alternatives, and
provide general directions to staff. No formal actions are taken at these meetings. The
public is invited to attend Council/Manager meetings and listen to the discussion; public
participation is allowed by invitation of the City Council.
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Planning
763-593-8095/763-593-8109 (fax)
Executive Summary
Golden Valley City Council Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
1. MnPASS 1-394 Phase II Planning Study
Prepared By
Mark Grimes, Director of Planning and Development
Summary
Mary Vogel of the Design Center for the Urban American Landscape at the University of
Minnesota will present plans that she and her team have developed as part of the 1-394
MnPASS Phase II Planning Study. The purpose of the Planning Study is to develop a long-
term vision for the 1-394 MnPASS project to help achieve optimal performance of the 1-394
corridor over the next 30 years. This Planning Study has been funded by the Federal
Highway Administration. The Planning Study will be used to guide investments in corridor
facilities and services by transportation authorities (such as MnDOT or the Metropolitan
Council) and to assist communities adjacent to the corridor in making compatible land use
decisions so that the integrity and operational performance of the corridor can be maintained
for the future.
One of the elements of the Planning Study is to help communities adjacent to the corridor
plan for the increased use of transit in the corridor. Through increases in land use density
adjacent to the corridor, transit use may be increased as well as passenger trips in an already
congested corridor. The Design Center and Mary Vogel have been hired as part of the
Planning Study consultant team to prepare visionary land use plans for each of the cities
outside of Minneapolis that are adjacent to 1-394. These plans take into consideration that
there will be enhanced transit along the corridor and environmental issues that are specific to
each community.
1 have been on one of the advisory committees for the MnPASS study that has met regularly
over the past year or so. City staff has met with Mary Vogel to discuss the plans she is
making for Golden Valley and will be presenting on April 8, 2008 to the City Council. Overall,
the draft plans and drawings that staff have seen are fairly consistent with the 1-394 Corridor
Study.
Attachments
MnPASS 1-394 Phase II Planning Study (16 pages)
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Community Design/Land Use Recommendations: Golden Valley
Connections to Transit and Green Regional Recreational Systems: A Pedestrian and
Cyclist Access Strategy for Golden Valley
In the immediate area access to the Louisiana Station is provided by pedestrian-friendly
modifications to the Louisiana Bridge over Interstate 394 and the creation of a bicycle and
pedestrian trail along the new Laurel Parkway. Access from the wider community is provided by
two potential trail connections to regional trails and the Minneapolis Parkway System. These
potential trails provide access from a distance and increase the recreational network in this part
of the West Metro Area. In one, the trail starts at Louisiana, moves eastward along a series of
ponds that treat storm water, turns northeastward to follow the hydrologic system, and connects
to the proposed Three Rivers Trail that will join the Luce Line State Trail north of Highway 55.
The other potential alignment would also start at Louisiana, but it would continue along the
hydrologic system past Breck School to connect to the Luce Line Trail east of Highway 100 at
Sweeney Lake.
Go/den Valley Preliminary Design
On the land between Xenia Avenue South and Louisiana Avenue north of the freeway in Golden
Valley, many ofthe existing industrial and small-scale commercial uses are converted to larger
scale commercial, multi-family housing, and parkland in order to:
· Use this valuable land more efficiently,
· Create amenities that support the redevelopment,
· Create access pathways to the Louisiana and Park Place transit stations,
· Add value to the city's tax base, and
· Create uses that support transit.
Features of the design Iplan include:
· New denser commercial is located along the northern edge ofl-394.
· Laurel A venue is reconfigured at Louisiana A venue to accommodate a new corporate
campus.
· Golden Hills Road is extended to Market Street to create a street for access to new
commercial development just north ofI-394.
· Additional multi-family housing between Laurel Avenue and the extended Golden Hills
Road supports the existing multi-family housing north of Laurel.
· A series of ponds on the multi-family housing campus serve as storm water ponds for the
redeveloped lands between Laurel Parkway and 1-394.
· Liberty Carton and the Living Word Church are relocated.
· An office tower complex and corporate headquarters are located on Louisiana at 1-394
and Laurel.
· The spur rail that served Liberty Carton is removed.
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4/2/2008
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. Laurel A venue is transformed into a parkway that provides a setting for the church, the
school and a new corporate headquarters.
· Laurel Park, a new neighborhood park, is created north of Laurel A venue; along with
Laurel Parkway, it creates a green transition to the single-family residential neighborhood
to the north.
· As the signature feature of Laurel Park, a new pond is created on the Speak the Word
Church site and linked to make the Laurel-Cortlawn-chain-of-ponds system.
. The chain-of-ponds retains storm water runoff generated from the office towers and
corporate headquarters at Louisiana and Laurel Parkway and treats it before the water
continues to flow east and northward as part of the larger storm water cleaning system
that eventually flows to the Mississippi River.
New pedestrian and bicycle paths are created through the park. They are a segment of a larger
pathway system that provides pedestrian and bicycle access from the single-family
neighborhoods to the new developments and the transit stops at Louisiana and Park Place.
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Finance
763-593-8013/763-593-8109 (fax)
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
2. Approval of Fire Department Relief Association By-Law Amendment Regarding Pension
Increases
Prepared By
Sue Virnig, Finance Director
Mark Kuhnly, Chief of Fire and Inspection Services
Summary
In December, 2007, the membership of the Fire Relief Association approved an amendment
to Article XI of their by-laws increasing the lump-sum pension from $6,450 per year of service
to $6,700 per year of service.
The City's 2009 projected tax levy would show no contribution to the Golden Valley Relief
Association. The Council would have to approve the changes to the by-laws at a Council
meeting.
Below is the previous ten years history of lump sum pension amounts:
1997 5,000
1998 5,500
2000 5,500
2001 6,000
2002 6,000
2003 6,000
2004 6,000
2005 6j200
2006 6,200
2007 6,450
2008
Mark Rosenblum and Steve Yingst will be attendance.
Attachments
By-laws of the Golden Valley Fire Relief Association (1 page)
December 2007 minutes of the Golden Valley Fire Relief Association (3 pages)
Form SC-07 with $6,450 contribution (2 pages)
Form SC-07 with $6,700 contribution (2 pages)
Be it resolved by the Board of Trustees of the Golden Valley Fire Department Relief
Association, that at a meeting duly called and legally held at Fire Station #1, in the
City of Golden Valley, on the 5th day of December, 2007, that the attached by-law
revisions be submitted to the membership for approval, effective January 1st, 2008.
ARTICLE XI.
RETIREMENT BENEFIT
Section I: Service Pension - An active member of the Association who leaves active duty with the Fire Department is eligible to
collect a service pension subject to the following:
A. Eligibility requirements:
1. Have left active service with the Golden Valley Fire Department;
2. Have completed at least 10 years of active service with the Fire Department before leaving; and
3. Have been a member of the Association in good standing at least 10 years prior to leaving the Fire Department.
B. Amount of Benefit - Each applicant shall be eligible for a service pension of $6,700 per full year of active service as a
Firefighter with the Fire Department.
C. Maximum Payable Benefit The maximum number of full years ofaetive service that eaeh member eafl aecnle toa serviee
penSiElfl from the f.ssociation, is 35 years.
D. Early vesting Provision - In the event a member with ten years or more, but less than twenty ~ars of active service on the City
of Golden Valley Fire Department resigns or otherwise becomes a nonmember, that person shall be entitled to the following
benefits that represent the early vested portion of their total pension amount, reduced by four (4)percent per year for each year
less than 20. The following table shall be used to determine the pension amount, less any accrued interest:
Completed Years of Service
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Pension Amount
$40,200
$47,168
$54,672
$62,712
$71,288
$80,400
$90,048
$100,232
$110,952
$122,208
$134,000
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Annual Meeting Date 05-Dec-07
Golden Valley Fire Relief Association Annual Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order on December 5,2007 at 19:02 hours in the Training Room of the Public
Safety Building, 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, Minnesota.
Present were those with an "X" to the left of their name:
Anderson, Don X Gemlo, Chris Kunde, Joshua X Richardson, Joshua X Steinman, Paul
Baker, Stephen X Gerrits, Tim Larson, Sarah n .1.'-' 1:'..1..1. X Toavs, Jennifer
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X Bence, Ken Granger, Wendy Laumeyer, Dave X Roczniak, Mark Trebesch, Mike
X Bourne, Larry X Gustafson, Dave X Lenaburg, Keith X V ogel, Ben
X Comb, David X Gustner, Gary Mahova, Cathy X Rosenblum, Mark Vrona, Bernie
Crawford, Dean X Hering, Ryan X Magnuson, Bryan X Ruble, Thomas X Warzetha, Tom
Crawford, J. Hoffrogge, Jason X Murphy, Joel X Sherman, Eric X Yingst, Steve
X Crelly, John Hutson, Andy Oswald, George Shoemaker, Scott X Zamzow, Aaron
Crow, Brian X Johnson, Aaron Pellizzer, Michael X Shorten, Brian
Fahrendorff, X Johnson, Ryan X Prest, Gregg X Smith, Curtis
Harold (retired)
Foran, Brian X Koski, David X Preston, Matt X Soderling, Doug
Forseth, Lou X Kuhnly, Mark (ex- Radermacher, Staack, Steven
officio) Pete
Item 1
The Golden Valley Historical Society members Mark & Sue Lider and Ken Huber donated a moto meter
part for Old # 1.
Item 2
Walt Pickup presented the Golden Valley Fire Relief Association Investment Review (attached).
Walt communicated a Fire Relief Association strategy that he has observed is one of going for large
increases covering more than one year with the City Council vs. going for a consistent and modest
increase annually. The message and recommendation from Walt included continuing with annual
increases with the council as bigger, multiple year increases are harder to execute and to consider
investment options other than the SBI in the future as other international funds, developed and emerging
markets may offer considerably higher returns.
Item 3
Motion by Koski, 2nd by Crawford to accept the Secretary's and Treasurer's report with a date correction
on the 09-Sep-07 General Meeting Minutes, motion carried. Yingst will make the called to order date
correction.
Item 4
Rosenblum presented Annual Pension Report and overview of upcoming deferred and active payouts that
will impact the Special Fund. Board suggests funding level supports asking for a $250/year of service.
Prest stated he will ask for a motion regarding this increase under new business.
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Annual Meeting Date 05-Dec-07
Item 5
Gustner individually recognized and thanked and those that rang the bell at Byerly's in front of the
General Membership.
Gustner presented Holiday Party idea of Theodore Wirth Chalet event on February 9, 2008. Theevent
would include a buffet, families, and tubing. The concerns presented were the expensive quote for facility
rental and catering and retiree activities. Prest stated that we will revisit this item during our budget
discussion.
Item 6
Bylaw Committee.
Rosenblum reported that a rough cut of the Bylaws is almost ready for distribution. The new document
refers to state statutes and should synchronize with the new GVFD Employee Handbook due out soon.
Item 7
Old # I Committee.
Murphy reported the following trailer estimate by Crystal Welding:
7 Yz hours labor to bring into DOT Compliance ~ $1510
Upgrade ramp for ease of use ~$1200
Total $2710
Prest stated that we will revisit this item during new business.
Item 8
Reviewed Calendar Year 2008 proposed budget:
Street Dance $4000
Awards $2000
Old # 1 $500
Fundraiser $3000
Fire Prevention $4000
Recognition (Picnic etc.)$4aOO- $5500
Trustee Compensation $1000
Relief Association Dinners$800
Other (flowers, mise) $700
Total
$~$21,500
Motion by Warzetha, 2nd by Gustafson, to approve budget. Motion amended to change Recognition
Budget to $5500, motion carried. Membership was asked for all those in favor of approving the 2008
Budget of the amount of$21,500, majority ruled in favor.
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Item 9
New Business.
Motion by Murphy, 2nd by Gustner, to approve $2710 expenditure for Old # 1. Request by Bence to
amend motion and approve $3500, majority opposed. Murphy amended motion to not exceed $3000, 2nd
by Gustner, motion carried
Membership was asked for all those in favor of approving the $250/year of service pension increase,
majority ruled in favor.
Item 10
Elections.
Murphy and Yingst ran for President for January 2008 thru December 2009 term. Motion by Gustafson,
2nd by Crawford to close nominations, motion carried. Yingst was elected as President.
Secretary. Gerrits ran unopposed for January 2008 thru December 2009 term. Motion by Zamzow, 2nd
by Toavs for a white ballot vote, motion carried. Gerrits was elected as Secretary.
Trustee. Dave Gustafson and Matt Preston signed up and Joel Murphy was nominated by Brian
Magnuson to run for January 2008 thru December 2009 term. Motion to close nominations by Koski, 2nd
by Zamzow, motion carried. Preston and Murphy in runoff vote resulted in Murphy elected as Trustee.
Motion by Gustner, 2nd by Crawford to destroy the ballots, motion carried.
Item 11
Other.
Prest read his closing letter as President of the Relief Association.
Gustner asked for volunteer to help him with a mailing address program, Gerrits, Preston,
Rosenblum and Yingst volunteered.
Motion by Gustner, 2nd by Koski to adjourn, motion carried.
The meeting was adjourned at 2228.
Minutes written by Yingst and Gerrits and posted 12/??/06 by Gerrits.
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
3. Proposed Community Tree Distribution Programs
Prepared By
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
AI Lundstrom, Environmental Coordinator
Summary
Staff was requested to research a proposed tree distribution program for the City of Golden
Valley following last year's September 20th storm event.
The City of Golden Valley is a fully developed community with a healthy urban forest. Dutch
elm disease has had an impact on the community but the impact has been limited and
prolonged due to the City's aggressive disease tree sanitation program. Tree impacts due to
several years of storms have been limited and have varied depending upon the severity of
the event. Although several trees were toppled in last year's storm, many more trees were
damaged.
There are several types of tree distribution programs throughout the metro area that can be
considered. However, the majority of the programs have identified a significant amount of
time and resources to develop and implement. The programs range from fully City funded to
cost sharing programs. No two programs are alike. Marketing for the distribution programs
usually begin in January and end in mid April. Staffing for the programs include developing
marketing tools, finding and funding the plant materials, staging the plant materials and
staffing the event for the pick-up day.
The City of Plymouth has developed a tree and shrub distribution program that is open to
residents beyond their community. Staff has confirmed that the City of Golden Valley is
welcome to offer this tree distribution opportunity to its residents. If Council desires to
implement a tree distribution program, staff recommends utilizing the City of Plymouth's Bare
Root Tree and Shrub Sale to market plant materials for Golden Valley residents in the spring
of 2009. This would limit the budgetary impact to the City and staff resources.
Attachments
Memorandum from Tim Teynor, Assistant City Forester, "Tree Distribution Program Options"
dated April 1 ,2008 (5 pages)
City of Plymouth "Bare Root Tree & Shrub Sale" sign-up sheet (1 page)
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Memorandum
Public Works
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Date: 4-1-08
To: Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
From: Tim Teynor, Assistant City Forester
Through: AI Lundstrom, Environmental Coordinator
Subject: Options for Tree Distribution Program
Cost-Sharing or Sale
Apple Valley - Arbor Day Tree and Shrub Sale - Residents can purchase up to 5 trees
and/or 10 shrubs. All plants are bare root with no guarantee and sold on a pre-ordered,
prepaid basis (2007). No evergreens available. Previous sales with first-come, first-
served basis had traffic hassles and feuding among residents. Residents pick up trees
(7 types) and shrubs (5 types) in late April. Native shrubs are planted to help residents
who participate in city buckthorn control program. No specific planting locations
required. Plant material comes from Cross Nurseries & Bachman's Nursery.
Buffalo - Reforestation Program - started through America in Bloom Program using
Urban Forestry category. May become an annual program depending on budget.
Annual budget of $15,000 to buy 60 shade trees from among 5 species with 2-inch
diameters. Tree species will vary each year to diversify urban forest. Tree City USA
grants are being sought to double the planting budget. Residents can buy one tree for
$50 + tax which includes the tree, delivery, and planting. Trees planted in front yards
where residents specify after they coordinate the utility locate. One week later the trees
are delivered and planted by City staff.
Chanhassen --Tree Coupon Program - Discount coupon of $75-100 for local garden
center purchase that is valid for certain period and requires certain size and species of
tree; with preference for native species. Program started in 1995 with an average return
rate of 50% for coupons. Program was started with funding from MN DNR ReLeaf
program where 100 coupons at $100 each were offered, and 38 were redeemed.
Program focus was planting trees for energy conservation and residents were required
to attend tree care workshop.
Chanhassen -2 --Arbor Day Sale - City sells types of small bare-root or container-
grown trees not offered by local nurseries to avoid direct competition.
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Eagan - City Public Tree Sale - Sales started in early 1980s and occur every other
year in odd years due to declining number of trees sold in successive year sales. Bare
root deciduous trees ordered during late December to early January from Cross
Nurseries. This nursery is very experienced in organizing City Tree Sales and one of
few suppliers of bare-root trees and shrubs in Minnesota. About 400 trees are pre-sold
in late winter; 6 species (4 shade tree/2 ornamental tree) with limit of 2 trees per
property. Trees & shrubs sold on a first-come first-served basis for $35 each (wholesale
cost + tax).
First & second choices are necessary, which are followed by a confirmation letter to
each resident. Orders are collected with form put in City Newsletter or recent online e-
mail order form (much easier & efficient). Payment is due on pick-up date, which is
usually on last Saturday in April or early May, where residents are scheduled 5 or 10
minutes apart to avoid congestion. Any trees not picked up by 12 noon are sold to
anyone in any quantity. On pick-up day: bare-root seedlings have roots packed in moist
straw within plastic bag. Free wood chips are onsite to encourage use after planting
sweated bare-root stock (=ready to plant) Written planting instructions are provided. An
onsite planting demonstration situated near the line where residents pay and pick up
trees has been the most effective planting instruction method.
Kasson - Model Street (Boulevard) Tree Planting Program --
A popular, long-term annual program since mid-1980s. In 2008: 100 bare-root 2-3 yr.
old & container-grown N.Red Oak trees -1.25" caliper & 6-8' hgt. with $5,000 annual
budget. In the past, 80% of trees have been maple varieties. City pays 50% of tree and
planting costs. Ten tree species or varieties are offered with 1-year tree guarantee in a
price range of $40 to 59.50 per tree; City staff inspects boulevard for suitability as
planting site and if suitable the resident can order up to 3 tree(s) each year by March 31
deadline for late April planting date. Two private contractors plant trees with the
required root stimulator/fertilizer and wood mulch around trunk. Residents must water,
stake tree the first year, and use tree wrap for the first 4-5 years after planting
Minneapolis (City Trees Program with Tree Trust) - Started in 2006 & for 2008
residents can buy one of 1 ,000 container-grown shade, ornamental or evergreen trees
(6-10 ft. tall & 1" trunk) from list of 5 species. Trees available on first-come, first-served
basis for prepaid orders between mid-March and mid-April. Cost is $25 ($15 in 2007)
with residents picking up & planting trees themselves in mid-May. Two free tree planting
seminars have been conducted in late March by Mpls. or Tree Trust staff.
Minnetonka - Annual Tree Sale - started in 2007 ($30,000 budget) & in 2008 ($40,000).
Boulevard Tree Program was discontinued in favor of the tree sale since City has no
full-time tree care crew. Residents pay 50% cost-share of $30/tree or shrub with a 2 tree
or shrub limit per address. Eight species of container-grown trees and 2 shrub species
are offered that will vary in future sales. Trees purchased from Bailey's wholesale
nursery and have no warranty. Sold 1,290 trees in 2007 & 1,857 in 2008 (increase
43%). Tree quantity is inflexible once order placed. Residents pick up trees on the first
weekend in May. Sale is advertised on City website in Minnetonka Memo, at Eco Fair,
City Newsletter, and at Public Works front desk.
New Brighton & Moundsview --Bare-Root Tree Sale- 20-year program, 15 years in
present format as small scale project with simplicity in execution. Fall: order bare-root
trees from Cross Nurseries; Winter/Spring: Order form in City Newsletters with 3 tree
species that are rotated yearly. No competition with local nurseries.
Order and pre-pay format is used where shade tree sold for $30 & ornamental trees for
$18. Four trees allowed per property, with some trees most likely planted outside of the
city (e.g., cabin up north). Sale held on the Friday and Saturday before City Arbor Day.
Sweating (stock preparation) before sale is a challenge for oaks and river birch; so
sugar maple, basswood/linden, Japanese tree lilac, crabapple, and Prunus spp. are
most popular types sold. Residents (no shows) who do not pick up prepaid trees have
been a problem since City staff must try to contact for pick-up.
Volunteer Master Gardeners assist residents with proper plant selection and locations
as well as referral to Minnesota Extension Service web site for information on what,
where, and when to plant trees and shrubs. Simple planting depth guide used by City
Forester where Sharpie black marker used to place black line on root flare to indicate
proper depth. I
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Plymouth - Bare-Root Tree & Shrub Sale-l Second year of sale, nine species of trees
(shade & ornamental types @ $20 to $45 e4ich) and nine species of shrubs ($6 each)
are offered. Prices are wholesale and inclu~e sales tax. The Plymouth Community
Reforestation budget, which is composed p imarily of fines paid by property developers,
has been used to purchase the plants. An rder form, list of plant materials and photos,
and planting instructions are available on th City's website.
Sale is open to residents and non-residents; No limit on the number of trees and shrubs
ordered. Orders can be mailed by mid-April or dropped off at the Plymouth Yard &
Garden Expo in early April. An order place at Expo, will provide a free admission.
Order confirmations are mailed to customer . Plant orders are picked up at Public
Works Facility on a Saturday morning in mi -April with payment due on receipt. No plant
warranties since plants are bought at whole ale price(s). Plants have been purChased
from Cross Nurseries in Lakeville and Grov Nursery in Corcoran (trees from Bailey's
Nursery). Plan for it to be a long-term, ann~al sale. Lara Newberger, the Forestry
Technician, told staff that it would be Possi~le for GV residents to participate in the 2008
sale since non residents have been allowed~lto purchase trees or shrubs in the past. The
possibility of whether the Plymouth sale mi ht become a multi-city sale in future years
should be considered.
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Ramsey-Sales were held for 31 years wh~re City coordinated and promoted the sale
and local nurseries supplied and sold bare,root stock; usually about 50 trees at $40
each ($2,000 budget) that were sold to res1'dents at cost. Tree sale is now part of
Ramsey Environmental Expo and Tree Sal held on 3rd Saturday in April, with a budget
of $5,000 for sale of about 125 trees. The g neral fund provides money for the tree
sale. The budget usually covers promotion'radvertiSing, and fees for exhibitors at the
Expo (e.g., Univ. of Minnesota Raptor Cent r).
In 2008 the City is now directly involved wit selling 5 different bare-root tree species (6
ft. height or 1" caliper) on a pre-order basis rh participation of local nurseries as in the
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past. Sale is advertised in City Newsletter and is a popular event with residents. In
2008 it is a co-sponsored sale with local nursery(s). A $5 dollar discount is given when
tree preordered and prepaid on a first-come, first-served basis before first week of April.
Trees are sold at wholesale cost, but City simplifies the sale by paying the sales tax.
There is no limit on the number of trees a resident can buy and no warranty on pre-
order trees. Printed planting instructions and tree descriptions will be provided by the
grower. There are no required locations for planting and staff will visit private
properties to recommend proper planting sites.
Roseville - Annual Tree & Shrub Sale & Boulevard Tree Program --3 types of trees
available at a reduced price for boulevard locations. Sale is a cooperative effort of City
Parks & Recreation Dept. and Friends of the Parks & Trails in Ramsey County. Orders
can be made by city residents only and are prepaid by mail, or by fax or telephone
(credit card only) by a late April deadline. Plants are picked up or delivered (by City
truck) to residents during the first weekend of May. The types of trees, shrubs, shrub
rose, and blueberries are container or bare root plants and are the same selections that
are offered to anyone by the Friends of the Parks. No guarantee on plants. Description
sheet for the plant materials is available to help with the proper plant selection for a
site's growing conditions.
Woodbury - Tree.lncentive Program - Started in 2006; spring deadline for tree
application with delivery between Aug. 15 - Nov. 30th. Cost share with residents is for
$100/tree for up to 2 trees of acceptable height/trunk diameter from tree list which had 9
species in 2007. Tree(s) must be planted in front yard. Two inspections completed by
arborist: pre-plant to check site before purchase and a second visit after planting.
Inspections by arborist required to obtain reimbursement. A $10,000 budget limit for
program expenditures. No trees can be planted in backyards or front boulevards;
Resident must call Gopher State for utility locate. Planting and care for tree(s) is based
on instructions given by City and residents must agree to water, mulch, maintain, and
trim tree(s) as needed.
Gift Tree(s}
Chanhassen - Boulevard Tree Planting Program --Residents have opportunity to get a
tree planted in boulevard at no cost. Eight types of trees have been offered in the past.
Hutchinson - Boulevard & Park Tree Planting Program-- Trees are bought and paid for
by City. Long-term program with funds from City general fund of around $6,000 each
year. Hutchinson will plant these trees each year, even if no outside funding.
New Residential Development -Developers must escrow money for 2 trees per lot at a
cost of $200 per tree. City staff buys trees at that price and plant them in boulevard and
replace tree(s) if they die.
Arbor Day Celebration (past) -Free trees are given to residents for their yards.
Minneapolis -MPRB Forestry Division staff will review requests by residents and
property owners for a tree to be planted in a blvd. or park by Nov. 1st for spring planting.
The number and varieties planted depend on budget appropriation. About 15,000 trees
have been planted on public land since 2003.
Oakdale -Arbor Day Tree Give-Away Program-- $5,000 budget to purchase (Bailey's
Nursery or Gerten's) or acquire (free from MN DNR Seedling Program) trees. A
minimum of 300 bare root trees must be distributed yearly. Residents can pick up one
tree on Arbor Day (April, 26, 2008) from among 6 species or varieties available. Staff
would like to see trees distributed by cost-share or sale, to ensure they are planted and
cared for, and stay in the City.
Donation (to City)
Twin Cities Minnesota Buy A Tree Sale - by The Friends of the Parks & Trails, St.
Paul -Annual sale coordinated by Peggy Lynch where Twin Cities residents can
purchase shade or ornamental tree(s) (7 types for $25 to 45 each) or shrub(s) (6 types
for $15 to 25) for planting on private property or donated to a city or county park system.
Print online order form and mail payment before 3rd week of April. Trees are picked up
and planted by residents during the first week of May. No plant warranty. Three
species of shade trees can be donated by residents to a park system in the Twin Cities
area (e.g., St. Louis Park and Brooklyn Park) by simply sending in payment with the
order designating the recipient. Park staff will pick up and plant shade trees. Gifts to
parks are tax deductible. All purchases help the Friends of the Parks & Trails with
operational costs. Over 5,000 trees have been sold with these annual sales.
Golden Valley can become a beneficiary of this sale if staff will promote tree sale
(notices) and use the Press Release.
Hutchinson --Local Utility company (Hutchinson Utilities Commission) donates most of
the money each year ($30,000 in 2007) to plant trees on public and private property.
About 100 trees are planted each year on private property for energy conservation to
shade east- and west-facing windows. Additional trees from this annual gift are planted
where City staff has designated a need such as in parks, boulevards, and private
property.
St. Paul- Trees Saint Paul program -long-term annual plan. No financial assistance
for residents to plant trees on private or city land. Donations accepted for replanting
shade trees on boulevards, parks, and other treeless locations. 2008 is the first year
for program.
Bur Oak - uercus rnacroc. 'Il
Red Oak - Quercus rubra
Fall Fiesta Sugar Maple - Acer saccharum
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Black Beauty Elderberry - Sambucus nigra
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Cardinal dogwood - Comus sericea
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Mail orders to:
City of Plymouth
Attn. Lara Newberger
14900 23rdAve N
Plymouth,MN 55447
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Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip
Phone:
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Email:
$6
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PICK UP:
May 17th, 8:00 a.m. - Noon
Public Works Facility
14900 23rd Ave N
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Contact Information:
Lara Newberger
Phone: 763-509-5945
Fax: 763-509-5955
E-mail: lnewberg@ci.plymouth.mn.us
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
4. Update on Recycling Contract Discussions
Prepared By
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
Summary
City staff has requested information from the City of Saint Louis Park regarding their cost of
service for recycling services. Saint Louis Park staff has not yet released the data because
they are in contract negotiations with their selected contractor. At the meeting, staff will
update Council on the status of work with Plymouth and Minnetonka, as well as any
information staff has received from Saint Louis Park.
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
5. U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement
Prepared By
Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
Summary
The City of Golden Valley has recently adopted a resolution supporting the U.S. Mayors
Climate Protection Agreement. As a result, the City may desire to assess its carbon footprint
and develop a plan to make measurable reductions in gas emissions and municipal
operations.
The Environmental Commission has developed a matrix, based on the City's Envision Plan
and the Kyoto Protocol (please see attached). The Commission has indicated that it desired
the assistance of an expert who could provide education, planning and examples of what
other communities are doing who have entered into the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection
Agreement. A proposal from Environmental Financial Group is attached which outlines the
services that they could provide to that end.
If the Council is interested in going forward with the proposal, consideration may be given to
involving the Planning and Open Space and Recreation Commissions as well as the City
Council. This model has worked well during the comprehensive planning process and would
be appropriate since some elements of the Kyoto protocol touch a number of the City's
commissions.
If directed to proceed, staff would set the meeting on a fourth Monday of a month. Funding for
the services of the consultant would come from the Recycling fund.
Attachments
Proposal from Environmental Financial Group, dated February 21,2008 (2 pages)
Environmental Commission U.S. Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement Action Matrix, dated
February 25, 2008 (6 pages)
EFGIL;;;
818 West 46th Street. Suite 204
Minneapolis, Minnesota 554194841
efg.com
February 21, 2008
Mr. AI Lundstrom, Environmental Coordinator
City of Golden Valley
7800 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, Minnesota 55427-4588
Re: Proposal for Professional Services: Presentation on Climate Change to Environment
Commission
Dear Mr. Lundstrom:
Environmental Financial Group, Inc. (" EFG ") is pleased to submit to the City of Golden Valley
("City") this letter proposal for professional services to prepare and deliver a presentation to the
City's Environment Commission on March 24, 2008.
We understand that your City Council recently adopted a resolution supporting the U.S. Mayors
Climate Protection Agreement - pledging to strive toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
This action may prompt the City to assess its carbon footprint and to develop and implement a
plan to make measurable, verifiable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in municipal
operations.
At your request, EFG proposes to prepare and deliver a presentation to the City's Environment
Commission to include the following topics.
An introduction to the Kyoto Protocol.
An oveNiew of the science of climate change, as pursued by the International Panel on
Climate Change (IPCC) and others.
Examples of regulatory and financial incentives to reduce emissions under the Kyoto
treaty, drawing from experience in Europe.
Examples of how U.S. cities have acted upon its support of the Kyoto Treaty and the U.S.
Mayors Climate Protection Agreement.
A framework for a planning process that could be undertaken by the City of Golden Valley
to establish an emissions baseline and to identify and prioritize actions to reduce
greenhouse gas emissions in its municipal operations.
Mr. AI Lundstrom, City of Golden Valley
Climate Change Presentation to Golden Valley Environment Commission
We propose to prepare and deliver a one and one-half hour presentation to your Environment
Commission. The presentation will include handouts of presentation slides and detailed slides for
each of the presentation points listed above. We propose to provide these services for a fee of
$1,650. Our presentation would feature myself, Dr. Greg Downing, a climate scientist and Paleo-
Climatologist associated with EFG, and Karen Harder, a policy analyst also working with EFG. We
are confident that you will find our presentation interesting and thought-provoking.
We appreciate the opportunity to submit this Proposal to the City of Golden Valley on this
important matter and look forward to your favorable response. Thank you.
Very Truly Yours,
~:i:AL FINANCIAL GROUP, INC
Scott E. Harder, PE
President
cc: Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works
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Golden Valley Environmental Commission
February 25, 2008
U.S. Mavors Climate Protection Aareement Action Matrix
No. Envision Theme USMCPA Item 2008 Priorities Initiatives In Progress Proposed Programs/Policies
Waste & Pollution C.1.
C.4.
We embrace new technologies and innovative C.S.
1 practices to manage waste and pollution at the C.6.
source. C.7.
C.S.
C.10.
C.12.
Green & Open Spaces C.2.
C.11.
The City's master plan inspires the community C.12.
2 and individuals to preserve green and open
spaces.
Surface Water C.9.
C.12.
3 We are leaders in surface water protection and
enhancement.
Urban Desian & Beauty C.3.
C.11.
C.12.
4 Our urban design practices enhance the
beauty of the city's green and open spaces.
Golden Valley Environmental Commission
February 25, 2008
U.S. Mavors Climate Protection Aareement Action Matrix
No. Envision Theme USMCPA Item 2008 Priorities Initiatives In Progress Proposed ProgramslPolicies
Waste & Pollution (C. 1.) Inventory global warming emissions in City
operations and in the community, set reduction
targets and create an action plan.
(C. 4.) Increase the use of clean, alternative Tree branches/limbs are brought to Midwest Renewable where
energy by, for example, investing in "green tags," all the material is transferred to a buming facility to generate
We embrace new advocating for the development of renewable electricity.
technologies and energy resources, recovering landfill methane for
innovative practices to energy production, and supporting the use of
manage waste and waste to energy technology.
pollution at the source.
(c. 5.) Make energy efficiency a priority through City is purchasing high efficiency light bulbs
building code improvements, retrofitting city May investigate motion detectors in upcoming years.
facilities with energy efficient lighting and urging Employees are encourage to turn off lights and shut down computer
employees to conserve energy and save money. at the end of the day.
(C. 6.) Purchase only Energy Star equipment and City will make efforts to do so if it is cost effective,
appliances for City use.
1 (C. 8.) Increase the average fuel efficiency of An idling policy is being developed for all City vehicles
municipal fleet vehicles; reduce the number of Public Works is evaluating the fleet for appropriateness of size and type of vehicle
vehicles; launch an employee education program for 2009 purchases as part of the Capital Improvement Planning process.
including anti-idling messages; convert diesel This will include recommendations for bio-diesel fuel powered vehicles
vehicles to bio-cliesel.
(C. 9.) Evaluate opportunities to increase pump Hwy. 55 lift station pumps will be replace in 2008 with high
efficiency in water and waste water systems; efficiency pumps
recover wastewater treatment methane for
energy production.
(C. 10.) Increase recycling rates in City operations Continue to educate residents through CityNews news articles
and in the community. Make recycling as convenient as possible for residents.
(C. 12.) Help educate the public, schools, other
jurisdictions, professional associations, business
and industry about reducing global warming
pollution.
Golden Valley Environmental Commission
February 25, 2008
U.S. Mavors Climate Protection Aareement Action Matrix
No. Envision Theme USMCPA Item 2008 Priorities Initiatives In Progress ProDosed Proarams/Policies
Green & ODen SDaces (c. 2.) Adopt and enforce land-use policies that Sidewalk plan project has been approved for construction
reduce sprawl, preserve open space, and create on Regent Ave., in 2008 and 2009
compact, walkable urban communities. Three Rivers trail extension
(C. 11.) Maintain healthy urban forests; promote City meets all criteria for "Tree City USA"
tree planting to increase shading and to absorb
The City's master plan CO2.
inspires the community
and individuals to (c. 12.) Help educate the public, schools, other
preseNe green and jurisdictions, professional associations, business
open spaces. and industry about reducing global warming
pollution.
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U.S. Mawrs Climate Protection Aareement Action Matrix
No. Envision Theme USMCPA Item 2008 Priorities Initiatives In Progress Proposed Programs/Policies
Surface Water (c. 9.) Evaluate opportunities to increase pump High effleincy pumps were installed as part of the Hwy. 55 and
efficiency in water and waste water systems; Boone Ave. project.
recover wastewater treatment methane for Golf course irrigation pumps are part of the off-peak program
energy production. through Xcel Energy
Water pump station is part of the off-peak program and service by a
large generator.
We are leaders in
surface water (c. 12.) Help educate the public, schools, other
protection and
enhancement. jurisdictions, professional associations, business
and industry about reducing global warming
pollution.
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u.s. Mavors Climate _Protection Agreement Action Matrix
No. Envision Theme USMCPA Item 2008 Priorities Initiatives In Progress Proposed Programs/Policies
Urban Desian & (c. 3.) Promote transportation options such as Three Rivers trail extension
Beautv bicycle trails, commute trip raduction programs, Trip reduction and other transit improvements are required
incentives for car pooling and public transit. within certain areas of Xenia, Golden Hills and General Mills Blvd.
(C. 7.) Practice and promote sustainable building The 1-394 Study encourages the application of green building and
practices using the U.S. Green Building Council's infrastructure techniques
LEED program or a similar system. Will be researching altemative energy sources for municipal buildings
OUf urban design (c. 12.) Help educate the public, schools, other
practices enhance the
beauty of the city's jurisdictions, professional associations, business
and industry about reducing global warming
green and open spaces. pollution.
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U.S. Mavors Climate Protection Aareement Action Matrix
No. Envision Theme USMCPA Item 2008 Priorities Initiatives In Progress Proposed Programs/Policies
Waste & Pollution C.1.
C.4.
We embrace new technologies and innovative C.S.
1 practices to manage waste and pollution at the C.6.
source. C.7.
C.8.
C.10.
C.12.
Green & ODen Spaces C.2.
C.11.
The City's master plan inspires the community C.12.
2 and individuals to preselVe green and open
spaces.
Surface Water C.9.
C.12.
3 We are leaders in surface water protection and
enhancement.
Urban Desian & Beauty C.3.
C.11.
C.12.
4 Our urban design practices enhance the
beauty of the city's green and open spaces.
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Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
6. Request to Amend the Land Use Plan Map - 228 and 308 Meander Road
Prepared By
Joe Hogeboom, City Planner
Summary
The State of Minnesota has informed the Planning Department of its intent to sell two
adjacent properties on Meander Road. Currently, these properties are vacant. They are
included in Planned Unit Development (PUD) #34, and are governed by the Institutional (1-5)
Zoning District. The Perpich Center for Arts Education is the primary facility located in PUD
#34.
The State of Minnesota has requested that the City amend the Land Use Plan Map to
reassign the land use of 228 Meander Road and 308 Meander Road to Low Density
Residential. The State wishes to sell the two lots to private developers, envisioning that two
single family homes will ultimately occupy the properties. Currently, the Land Use Map guides
the two properties for Public Facilities. Because of the current lot configurations and access
to Meander Road, staff feels that low density residential would be an appropriate use for
these lots.
A prospective buyer has signed a purchase agreement with the State of Minnesota for 308
Meander Road. It is the intent of the buyer (Bobbi Bardeaux) to leave the lot intact, building
only one home on it. Ms. Bardeaux has submitted a letter to the City requesting that zoning
on 308 Meander Road be changed to Single Family (R-1) Residential. In addition to
reassigning the zoning designation, PUD #34 must be amended to remove the property
before a home may be constructed. This process must also take place for the adjoining
property.
The State has indicated to the Planning Department its desire to rezone and amend the PUD
for each property concurrently. However, the State may move forward with its sale of the
properties if time and financial constraints exist. The Planning Department would like
guidance from the City Council on this matter, and a direction in which to proceed.
Attachment
Letter from the State of Minnesota, dated March 19, 2008 (2 pages)
Letter from Bobbi Bardeaux, dated March 18,2008 (1 page)
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DEPARTMENT Of ADMINISTRATION
March 19, 2008
Mayor Linda R. Loomis
City of Golden Valley
7800 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley MN 55427
RE: Amendment to General Land Use Plan Map
Lots at 228 Meander Road & 308 Meander Road
PINs - 33-118-21-33-0019 & 33-118-21-33-0017
Dear Mayor Loomis:
Pursuant to Minnesota Laws 2005, Chapter 156, Article 2, Section 45, as amended by
Minnesota Laws 2007, Chapter 148, Article 2, Section 45, the Commissioner of Administration
is required to identify and sell at least $6,440,000 of state-owned land by June 30,2009.
The Perpich Center for Arts Education has identified two lots on Meander Road in Golden
Valley as not needed for its operations. These lots have been for sale since 2006.
The State of Minnesota respectfully requests the City of Golden Valley to consider an
amendment to the General Land Use Plan Map to change the usage of the lots from
institutional to single-family residential.
The State understands that this is the first step in the process of amending the Planned Unit
Development and rezoning the lots. Such changes would allow for single-family residential
development on the site. Please note, however, that while the State intends to cooperate
voluntarily in this process with the City and with any potential purchaser of the lot(8), the State
cannot assume financial responsibility for the associated costs.
Please let me know if you need any add!tional information or if my presence is required at a
workshop or meeting. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
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Planning Director, State
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Mark Grimes. City Planner
City of Golden Valley
7800 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, MN 55427
RE: Request for Re-Zoning In Residential Neighborhood
This letter is to request zoning approval for a residential single family dwelling at 308 Meander Avenue in the
City of Golden Valley. Apparently, the current zoning is institutional as it was part of the Perpich Center for
the Arts project several years ago. The lot is being sold by the State of Minnesota and we currently have a
purchase agreement in process.
We are proposing an approximately 3500 square foot single family home built by Charles Cudd Signature
Homes. It is important to us to "blend" with the existing neighborhood and respect the apportioned
wetlands. The lot is more than one acre in size and this build will preserve the single-dwelling large lot
theme of the Meander neighborhood.
We also request that the City of Golden Valley clean up the lot as it has obviously been used for a public
dumping site for many years. We would like to start the project as soon as possible and complete the build
no later than six months after approval.
For additional information. please contact me at (612) 269-9236.
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Memorandum
City Administration/Council
763-593-8003 I 763-593-8109 (fax)
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
7. Council Social
Prepared By
Thomas Burt, City Manager
Summary
Mayor Loomis asked that this item be placed on the agenda.
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Memorandu
City Administration/Council
763-593-8003/763-593-8109 (fax)
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
8. Gay Pride Day Proclamation
Prepared By
Thomas Burt, City Manager
Summary
Mayor Loomis asked that this item be placed on the agenda.
Attachment
Email from Eric Goemer dated March 25, 2008 (1 page)
Twin Cities Pride Proclamation (1 page)
From: Eric Goerner [mailto:prspecialist@tcpride,org]
Sent: Tuesday, March 25, 2008 6:32 PM
To: Loomis, Linda
Subject: Request for Twin Cities GLBT Pride Celebration Proclamation
March 26, 2008
Mayor Linda Loomis
7800 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, MN 55427
RE: Twin Cities GLBT Pride Celebration
Dear Linda Loomis:
The Twin Cities Gay-Lesbian-Bisexual-Transgender Pride Celebration (Pride) is a nonprofit
community group that meets year-round to plan the nation's third largest Pride Celebration, In 2007,
our events drew an estimated attendance of approximately 450,000 people,
I am writing today to request an official Proclamation for the Pride Celebration.
2008 marks the 36th anniversary of Pride events in the Twin Cities. In 1972, at the risk of being
arrested, a small group of activists gathered in Minneapolis' Loring Park for a picnic and short march
down Nicollet Mall. Over the following three decades, the event has grown to become a celebration of
the history and accomplishments of the local Gay-Lesbian-Bisexual- Transgender (GLBT) community,
and has become the third largest Pride Celebration in the United States.
I would like to request an Official Proclamation designating June 27-29 as GLBT Pride Days/June as
GLBT Pride Month. At the following link
(http://www.tcpride.org/downloads/2008PrideProclamation,pdf), please find proposed text, which is
based on our 2007 Proclamation from the City of Saint Paul. Please send Golden Valley's Official
Proclamation to the attention of Chris Taykalo, Twin Cities Pride, P,O, Box 2104 Loop Station,
Minneapolis, MN, 55402.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. Any mail correspondence
may be sent to the address at the bottom of this page.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours in Pride,
Christopher Taykalo
Public Relations Director
pr@tcpride.org
(m) 651/341-7275
Eric Goerner
Public Relations Specialist
prspecial ist@tcpride.org
(m) 952/200-9051
GLBT Pride/Twin Cities
P.O. Box 2104 Loop Station
Minneapolis, MN 55402
612/305-6900
www.tcpride.org
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Proposed Text of 2008 Pride Proclamation
Based on the 2007 Saint Paul Proclamation
WHEREAS, Saint Paul is a city richly endowed with a great diversity of people, cultures,
lifestyles and languages; and
WHEREAS, the strength of a democratic society must be based upon equal participation without
prejudice of all people in the social, economic and political activities of the community; and
WHEREAS, members of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender community have made
significant contributions toward the enhancement of our quality of life through active
involvement in the economic and political activities of the community; and
WHEREAS, 2008 is the 36th anniversary of the first Twin Cities Pride Celebration and the 39th
anniversary of Stonewall; and
WHEREAS, our commemoration of these events underscores our determination to support,
preserve and advance the civil rights guaranteed for all Americans;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Chris Coleman, do hereby proclaim June 1 through June 30, 2008 to be
GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER PRIDE CELEBRATION MONTH
and June 27 - 29, 2008 to be:
GAY, LESBIAN, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER PRIDE FESTIVAL DAYS
in the City of Saint Paul.
Chris Coleman
Mayor of Saint Paul
POBox 2104, loop Station Minneapolis MN 55402
(612) 305-6900 tcpride.org
It is the mission of Twin Cities Pride to commemorote and celebrote our diverse heritage, inspire the achievement of equality and challenge discrimination.
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SPECIAL PROCLAMA liONS POLICY
The City Council will consider only proclamations which relate to City departments or
services and Golden Valley-based service organizations. The following criteria will be
used in considering any proclamations:
1. Should not conflict with other activities or programs in the City.
2. Should enhance civic appeal, i.e. honor persons or groups that have provided
a civic service, hence encouraging others to do the same.
3. Should not be discriminating in nature or tend to have a negative impact on
other's civil rights.
4. Should not promote activity of a religious nature or benefit any particular
business.
approved by Council May 5, 1981 and September 19, 1988
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Moran urn
City Administration/Council
763-593-8003 I 763-593-8109 (fax)
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
9. Environmental Commission
Prepared By
Thomas Burt, City Manager
Summary
Mayor Loomis asked that this item be placed on the agenda.
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Memo n urn
City Administration/Council
763-593-8003/763-593-8109 (fax)
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
10. Board/Commission Recognition Dinner
Prepared By
Thomas Burt, City Manager
Summary
Mayor Loomis asked that this item be placed on the agenda.
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City Administration/Council
763-593-8003/763-593-8109 (fax)
Executive Summary
Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting
April 8, 2008
Agenda Item
11. Dispatch Contract
Prepared By
Thomas Burt, City Manager
Summary
Council Member Pentel asked that this item be placed on the agenda.
Attachment
Agreement between St. Louis Park and Golden Valley for Provision of Dispatch Services and
Operation and Maintenance of the Emergency Communications Center (7 page)
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN ST. LOUIS PARK AND '_ CITY OF ST. LOY)~~E~~_,
GOLDEN VALLEY FOR PROVISION OF DISPATCH
SERVICES AND OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF
THE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER
AGREEMENT, made this 1st day of January, 2005, by and between the City
of Saint Louis Park, a Minnesota municipal corporation (liSt. Louis Park") and the City
of Golden Valley, a Minnesota municipal corporation (" Golden Valley").
WHEREAS, the governmental units signatory hereto are empowered by law to
provide and to contract for police, fire and emergency dispatch services, and, by virtue
of their respective needs and geographic proximity, find it in their common interest
and for their common benefit and the benefit of their citizens for St. Louis Park to
provide dispatch services to Golden Valley utilizing the St. Louis Park Emergency
Communications Center ("E.C.C. "); and
WHEREAS, Golden Valley desires that St. Louis Park receive and dispatch
Golden Valley police, fire and emergency radio calls; and
WHEREAS, St.Louis Park desires to handle such police, fire and emergency
dispatch calls for Golden Valley; and
WHEREAS, this Agreement is made pursuant to Minn. Stat. ~ 436.05, and
whereas this Agreement is not made pursuant to Minn. Stat.~ 471.59 or 436.06 and
should not be construed as creating a joint powers entity or a joint municipal police
department; and
WHEREAS, the parties hereto desire to establish an annual fee be paid by
Golden Valley to compensate St. Louis Park for the provision of dispatch services:
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained
herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. Dispatch Services and Operation and Maintenance of the E.C.C. St.
Louis Park shall operate the E.C.C. for its own use and shall provide dispatch services
to Golden Valley as follows:
A. St. Louis Park, by utilizing its personnel and
facilities, will handle the receiving and dispatching of all
police, fire and emergency calls for Golden Valley and St.
Louis Park.
B. S1. Louis Park will supply police radio dispatch
equipment and personnel to operate and maintain said
radio dispatch equipment for the E.C.C.
On termination of this Agreement, all equipment shall be
the property of S1. Louis Park, except equipment originally
purchased by Golden Valley, and currently used in the
E.C.C., which shall remain the property of Golden Valley.
C. Personnel. The E.C.C. shall be operated by
dispatchers who shall be employees of St. Louis Park.
Community service officers trained to provide back-up
relief may be used to supplement dispatchers. All dispatch
personnel needed to staff the E.C.C. shall be hired by St.
Louis Park through its normal hiring procedures.
The E.C.C. shall be supervised and managed by employees
of St. Louis Park who have been assigned by the St. Louis
Park Police Chiefto these responsibilities.
The Police and Fire Chiefs for Golden Valley and St. Louis
Park or their designees shall meet as needed to address
issues concerning provision of dispatch services or
operation of the E.C.C.
D. Insurance. St. Louis Park and Golden Valley shall
each maintain insurance coverage or equivalent pooled
self- insurance coverage in the minimum amount of the
liability limits established in Minn. Stat. Ch. 466, which
shall protect both Cities from any and all claims that might
be made against either or both Cities as a result of the
operations or the services set forth herein.
II. Annual Budget. St. Louis Park, in consultation with Golden Valley,
shall establish an annual operating budget for dispatch services and operation and
maintenance of the E.C.C. (the "Annual Budget"). St. Louis Park shall provide the
preliminary Annual Budget for the next calendar year to Golden Valley on or about
August 1st of each year. St. Louis Park may amend the preliminary Annual Budget
from time to time. The Annual Budget shall be adopted by the St. Louis Park City
Council (the "Approved Annual Budget").
III. Payment for Dispatch Services and Operation and Maintenance of the
E.C.C. for 2005. Subject to the payment of any unbudgeted expenses pursuant to
Paragraph VI herein, for calendar year 2005, Golden Valley shall pay St. Louis Park
thirty-six percent (36%) of the Approved Annual Budget of Seven Hundred Ninety
Thousand One Hundred Two and 00/100 ($790,132.00), which 36% thereof totals
Two Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Four Hundred Forty Eight and 00/100
($284,448.00), payable in equal monthly installments of Twenty Three Thousand
Seven Hundred Four and 00/100 ($23,704.00) for services provided to Golden Valley
pursuant to this Agreement. St. Louis Park shall send a monthly invoice to Golden
Valley. Golden Valley shall make payment to St. Louis Park within thirty (30) days of
receipt of the invoice.
IV. Payment for Dispatch Services and Operation and Maintenance of the
E.C.C. for 2006 and Subsequent Years. For calendar year 2006, and subsequent years,
Golden Valley shall pay St. Louis Park, in equal monthly installments, an amount
equal to thirty-six percent (36%) of the Approved Annual Budget. St. Louis Park shall
invoice Golden Valley therefore on a monthly basis. Golden Valley shall make
payment to St. Louis Park within thirty (30) days of receipt of the invoice.
V. 9-1-1 Funds. As additional compensation for services provided
hereunder, Golden Valley shall assign to St. Louis Park all 9-1-1 funds it is entitled to
receive pursuant to Minn. Stat. 9403.11. Golden Valley's 9-1-1 funds now come
directly from Hennepin County to St. Louis Park. Golden Valley agrees and consents
to the continuation of this arrangement. St. Louis Park shall deposit the 9-1-1 funds
received from Hennepin county on behalf of Golden Valley in a separate account
established for that purpose. The 9-1-1 funds so deposited shall be the sole property of
St. Louis Park, and shall be used at the sole discretion of St. Louis Park, subject only
to the provisions of Minn. Stat. 9403.113. The 9-1-1 funds shall not be credited
towards amounts owed by Golden Valley pursuant to Section III and IV of this
Agreement.
VI. Unbudgeted Expenses. St. Louis Park will use its best efforts to prepare
the Annual Budget to include all reasonably foreseeable expenses for provision of
dispatch services and operation and maintenance of the E.C.C. Certain expenses are
not reasonably foreseeable, such as capital expenditures due to equipment failure,
unexpected need for overtime hours, implementation of recommendations made by
consultants for needs which are immediate and unbudgeted, changes in required
services due to new legislation, 800 megahertz migration=and the like. This listing is
for illustrative purposes only, and not intended as a limitation on reimbursement for
unforeseen expenses. S1. Louis Park will notify Golden Valley in writing of any
increases to the Approved Annual Budget or of any unbudgeted or unanticipated
expenses when the expenses are realized or the Budget is modified. Golden Valley
acknowledges the difficulty of anticipating all true operating expenses of the E.C.C.
Therefore, Golden Valley shall reimburse S1. Louis Park in the amount of thirty-six
percent (36%) of all expenses actually incurred by S1. Louis Park for provision of
dispatch services, and operation and maintenance of the E.C.C., which are not
included in the Approved Annual Budget. St. Louis Park shall use its best efforts to
minimize unbudgeted expenses.
VII. F.C.C. Licenses. Current F.C.C. licenses held by Golden Valley and S1.
Louis Park shall remain the property of the license-holder. Golden Valley and St.
Louis Park will fully cooperate with each other as necessary for providing for the joint
use and sharing of radio frequencies.
VIII. Term of Agreement. This Agreement shall be for an initial term of five
(5) years, commencing upon January 1,2005, with automatic one-year renewals
thereafter. The agreement may be terminated by either party after the initial term upon
a written termination notice delivered by either party one year in advance of the
effective date of the termination.
IX. Indemnity. Each City shall defend and hold harmless the other City
from any claims arising from any act or omission on the part of its own officers,
employees, agents, contractors or representatives, including any attorney's fees and
expenses incurred in defending any such claim. Nothing herein shall change or waive
liability limits established under Minn. Stat. Ch. 466.
X. Assignment. Neither party to this Agreement may assign its interest in
the Agreement without prior written approval of the other party and subject to such
conditions and provisions as the other party may deem necessary.
XI. Amendments. This Agreement may be amended from time to time as
the parties deem necessary. No amendment shall be effective unless agreed to in
writing by the parties.
XII. Entire Agreement. It is understood and agreed that the entire Agreement
of the parties is contained herein and that this Agreement supersedes all oral
Agreements and negotiations between the parties relating to the subject matter hereof
as well as any previous Agreements presently in effect between the parties relating to
the subject matter hereof.
XIII. Severability. If any term of this Agreement is found to be void or
invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the remaining terms of this Agreement, which
shall continue in full force and effect.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have executed this Agreement the day and
year first above written.
CITY OESTe LOUIS PARK
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