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weekly Notes- Feb 7th 2020
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WE O f February 7th,2020 TO: City Council Me e FROM: Eric Johnso ity Zoning&Development Items: 1. NO new applications have bee received. 2. Staff did meet with Discount Tire to discuss a possible large Tire storage enclosure. Recently they have been stocking used tires in their side lot which is not permitted in the City.The timing of this may be opportune as it will be part of any discussion needed with them and how they will interface with a possible BACKAGE ROAD alignment. 3. There is a neighborhood parking dispute on the east end of 65th Street where some are parking overnight on the SOUTH SIDE of the Street which is causing access issues on the other side of the Street(in Stillwater)where they cannot easily backout of their driveway. The Police have been involved and is being addressed. In the end some simple neighborly courtesies could alleviate this matter. Other Items: • Police Activity Report for January 2020—From Chief DeRosier • The City has paid the City of Bayport$67,236.75 for its 1st Qtr. Fair Share Agreement;Similar to 2019,the City of Bayport has attempted to increase their budget by more than the stipulated 3%.This appears to be stemming from a reduction in their FIRE AID credits to the Total Budget.We have asked again(in the enclosed letter)that they clarify this legal capacity(we did in 2019 as well), but to date no response has been brought forth. It would be a difference of about$5,000 per quarter if Bayport's figures were implemented.If they can justify this request,I would believe it could be revisited. On a related note,the new EMS POLICY is now in effect and is being monitored. • We understand Washington County is proposing an increase to its Local Option Sales Tax. Please see the enclosed fact sheets. If the City should or should not comment on the pro/cons of this proposed tax is unclear. Perhaps see how retailers or the general public comments in the coming weeks. • The City has submitted its $37,500 grant application to the Washington County CDA — Pre-Development Finance Fund program. I have attached that document herein.This matter will be taken up by the WCCDA Board on 2118/20. • The City received bids on the 2020 Street Reconstruction Projects-enclosed is the rough bid tabulation results.The low bidder appears to be$70,000 under the Engineer's Estimate.This matter will be on your Feb 25th City Council Agenda. • The Mayor has informed me that the Coalition of Utility Cities will be issuing PRESS RELEASE of some form to begin advocacy to our State Legislators to support various programs and funds to address Power Plant Closures and redevelopment opportunities—including passage of the Community Energy Transition Grant Program,which is bi-partisan legislation. Once that is finalized, I will send that out as well. Mayor McComber provided: 1. NLC Weekly for 2/1/20 2. LMC Update on-"Build it Right" 3. Information on"WE COUNT Minnesota" 4. Conversations in the Valley—Protecting the Places We Love—3/18/20 5. 2020 Legislative Session Preview—Lockridge Grindal for 2/6/20. 6 Metro Cities News for 2/7/20 & BCWD AGENDA for 2/12/20 Please let me know if you have any questions-651-253-7837 Call Anytime. 1 of 62 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N., P.O. Box 2007 11 Oak Park Heights,MN 55082 February 5, 2020 To: Eric Johnson,City Administrator From: Brian DeRosier,Chief of Police Subject:Police Activity Report—January 2020 This overview report is the activity of the Oak Park Heights Police Department during the month of January 2020. Officers responded to and generated 2131 calls for service in the City of Oak Park Heights during the month. The department responded to many incidents during the month. This is a summary/sampling of some of the cases we responded to and investigated: 1. Death investigation for a male who jumped from the St Croix Bridge 2. Responded to male at gas station threatening to kill himself with a can opener. Male taken to Regions for MH hold. 3. Inv.juvenile female student who was making threats, hacking another's email,and posting pics of an air soft gun. 4. Responded to IV drug user in retail parking lot using drugs while in car. 5. Responded and checked for a juvenile runaway male from Ramsey Cnty reported to be hanging around school. He does not go to this school. Male found and ran from officers. Male was caught and turned over to Ramsey Cnty. Male later ran from those officers...... 6. Arrested male for receiving stolen property. 3 persons in retail parking lot stole items from inside another vehicle in parking lot. 7. Responded to SWAT call out in Cottage Grove for a homicide suspect out of Mpls. Tobacco compliance checks were completed. No violations. The 21-age restriction passed by the federal government is not enforceable until MN law is changed.To enforce the 21 age restriction we would have to forward violations to a federal prosecutor for court in the federal system—not going to happen..... Sgt.Givand had community outreach event at Boutwells. We had 8 days during the month we were at full staff due to vacations,sick leave,and training. Officers attended training courses during the month: 2 of 62 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N., P.O. Box 2007 11 Oak Park Heights, MN 55082 1. All Officers received training on Open Field&Curtilage legal search seizure. 2. Inv. Paradise attended 3 day conference in Duluth on juvenile investigations. Chief DeRosier 3 of 62 City of Oak Park Heights Page l of 1 14168 Oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,PAN 55082•Phone 651 4394439.Fax 651 439-0574 2-5-20 T0: Adam Bell,City Administrator City of Bayport 294 N 31d Street INVOICE Bayport, MN 55003Year Invoice Correct/ Amount OPH Bayport INV# Amount Incorrect PAID 20150000001 $ 223,487.00 BASEYEAR $ 224,238.00 ALSO,VIA EMAIL: 2016 loo $ 23,371.00 CORRECT $ 230,371.00 2077 01 $ 241,689.00 CORRECT $ 241,689.00 RE: Received Invoice–2020-006 2019 2017-01 $ 249,765.00 CORRECT $ 249,79500 2019 2019.001 $ 272,148,00 INCORRECT $ 260,206.00 Dear Adam, 2020 1 1 2020-006 $ 287,541.00 INCORRECT--i 264947.00 The City is in receipt of Bayport's 2020 billing for Fire Services seeking a total of$287,541.00.We would note that the billing appears to be in conflict the Fire Services Agreement and previous invoicing from the BASE YEAR and past practices. We noted similar concems in 2019. The City noted in 2019 that Bayport may not simply delete Fire Aids from the Budget and/or shift these to the other parties. The formula worked fine in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018 and the Budget included these credits and years of invoicing denotes this practice and understandings when this was undertaken in 2015. At this time,the City has calculated a 3%increase over 2019(and#of calls adjustments)and has supplied that amount herewith (1St Qtr.) based upon a budget of$495,652.48; which then calculates to a total payment of$268,947.45. See the chart above. Enclosed is a check for the 1St Qtr.based on this$268,947.45 or$67,236.75. If I have made an error or there is more you would like to discuss on this matter please let me know. Sincerely, 441— Eric Johnson City Administrator Cc:Weekly Notes 4 of 62 INVOICE CITY OF BAYPO RT ?6?AE: January 9,2020 OICE# 2020-006 294 N 3rd Street FOR: 2020 Fair Share Contract Bayport, MN 55003 BILL TO: CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 651-275-4404 14168 OAK PARK BLVD. NO 651-275-4411 STILLWATER MN 55082 ^.DESCRIPTION r-� AMOUNT !� AST QUARTER 2020 FAIR SHARE FIRE CONTRACT ._. �.._ ......_.._._ .. _..,._.._. $71,885.36 ;2ND QUARTER 2020 FAIR SHARE FIRE CONTRACT :._._ _. ._..,...__._..........,.. _..�._. _ _$71,8885.36 3RD QUARTER 2020 FAIR SHARE FIRE CONTRACT $71,885.36 =4TH QUARTER 2020 FAIR SHARE FIRE CONTRACT f �_.,.. ._ _.__.....,w._.,,_.. w..._.._._. $71,885.37 PM SUBTOTAL $ 287,541.45 TAX RATE O.Ot➢%l Make all checks payable to Ci of Bayport. If you have an SALES TAX P Y City YP Y y questions concerning this invoice contact,Wanda Madsen,651-275-4404,wmadsen@ci.bayport.mn.us OTHER THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS! TOTAL $ 287,541,45 2691 JLO �p PrE 5 of 62 ORDER-CHECK MidWestOne 65255 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS Bank. ~-°m°�••�^•®m 14168 OAK PARK BLVD N 72-123/739 OAK PARK HEIGHTS,MN 55082-6476 (651)439.4439 DATE AMOUNT 02/04/2020 *$ 67,236.75 PAY 'Sixty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred Thirty-Six and 75/100 Dollars*** 1 I j TO THE ORDER CITY OF BAYPORTL ASURER OF 294 N 3RD ST � BAYPORT MN 55003 1# Hp II+ G THORIZED SIGNATURE pip VOID IF NOT PRESENTED WITHIN 180 DAYS 11'06525511' 1:0739012331: 21 041 9 CITY OF OAJC PARK HEIGHTS VENDOR NO.: VENDOR NAME: CITY OF BAYPORT CHECK NO.:65255 INV DATE INVOICE NO INVOICE DESCRIPTIONGL ACCT NO NET AMOUNT 5 5 01/09/2020 2020-006-1 FAIR SHARE FIRE CONTRACT-1ST QTR 2020 101-41520-212 87,236.75 TOTAL AMOUNT 67,236.75 6 of 62 Local Loca shffigton I ! ■ i ! Option Salesunty Sales Tax ■ The proposed 0.25% Local Option Sales Tax The proposed 0.25%Local Option 'Sales Tax will be added to the current 0.25%tax for a will be added to the current 0.25%tax for a total Washington County Local Sales tax total WashingtonCounty Local Sales tax rate of O.S%. Proceeds from the tax can on- rate of 0.5%. Proceeds from the tax can on- iy be used for: ly be used for: • Paying for building a specific transpor- • Paying for building a specific transpor- tation project or improvement tation project or improvement • Paying to build safe routes to school • Paying to build safe routes to school provided by state law provided by state law Revenue generated from this tax will be Revenue generated from this tax will be used to construct, improve,and develop used to construct, improve,and develop infrastructure in Washington County to infrastructure in Washington County to support growth and economic develop- support growth and economic develop- ment. ment. A Thi public will see the bene- eGri' ll see the bene- fits almost immediately, as projects fits almost immediately, as projects funded by the proceeds of this in- funded by the proceeds of this in- creased tax will be started right away. creased tax will be started right away. • The sales tax is a more progressive tax The sales tax is a more progressive tax than property tax, and is not collected than property tax, and is not collected on items such as food or clothing. on items such as food or clothing. • All of the money that is collected in • All of the money that is collected in Washington County will be spent in Washington County will be spent in Washington County. Washington County, wvvvv.co.vvashington.mwvvw.co.vvashington.mn.us/S'a 7 of 62 A The funding needs for roadways and transit to The funding needs for roadways and transit to move people throughout the county exceed move people throughout the county exceed current local and state revenue sources.In- a current local and state revenue sources. In- creasing the Local Option Sales Tax allows for,,' creasing the Local Option Sales Tax allows for investment in roads and bridges and reduces } investment in roads and bridges and reduces pressure on the county property tax to fund ;pressure on the county property tax to fund costly transportation projects.Washington� costly transportation projects. Washington County is committed to providing quality ser- County is committed to providing quality ser- vices through responsible leadership, innova- vices through responsible leadership, innova- tion and the cooperation of dedicated people. tion and the coo n of dedicated people. i;t as a Washin an Co' ane o�n mash"m "on Coun was a , ^ g't ty signed a AAA bond rating by Moody's Investors Service and a AAA rating by Moody's Investors Service and a AAA band rating by Standard&Poor's in 2019,main- bond rating by Standard& Poor's in 2019, main- taining ratings that have been in effect for years. taining ratings that have been in effect for years. This shows Washington County's fiscal responsi- This shows Washington County's fiscal responsi- bility,and offers an assurance that it will use the bility,and offers an assurance that it will use the funds generated by the tax responsibly. funds generated by the tax responsibly. of 4 Of the 7 metropolitan counties, Washington Of the 7 metropolitan counties,Washington County is 1 of 4 which does not have the full County is 1 of 4 which does not have the full 0.56 Local Option Sales Tax implemented. 0.5%Local Option Safes Tax implemented, 130,000 vehicles travel to and from Wisconsin 130,000 vehicles travel to and from Wisconsin through Washington County,the third fastest through Washington County,the third fastest growing Minnesota county,every day. Many of growing Minnesota county,every day. Many of these travelers buy taxable items in the county. these travelers buy taxable items in the county. This tax will be applicable to out-of-state con- This tax will be applicable to out-of-state con- sumers who use Washington County roadways. sumers who use Washington County roadways. Www.co-washington.mn.us/SalesTaxwww.co 1 8 of 62 Washington 5EWCQt IrIty Local Option-Transportation Sales, Use and Excise Tax- Proposed Projects* '' ��`'7 Updated-02/02/2020 Road and Bridge Projects Road From To Proposed Work Length cost Notes CSAH 15 CSAH 5 TH 36 New Roadway Alignment 0.70 $ 10,950,000 Current CIP-Not fully funded CR 50 TH 61 CSAH 15 Major Pavement Rehabilitation 6.04 $ 500,000 Not in CIP CR 57 CSAH 7 CSAH 4 Major Pavement Rehabilitation 7.00 $ 3,500,000 Not in CIP CR 65 CSAH 10 CSAH 14 Road Reconstruct 3.01 $ 9,350,000 Not in CIP CSAH 13 CSAH 6 CSAH 14 Road Reconstruct 0.43 $ 4,650,000 Current CIP CSAH 15 CSAH 7 Lynch Rd Major Pavement Rehabilitation 0.47 $ 1,800,000 Not in CIP CSAH 15 62nd St Intersection Improvement 0.25 $ 500,000 Not in CIP CSAH 15 CSAH 10 CSAH 14 Road Expansion 3.21 $ 13,950,000 Current CIP-2022 Bond Project CSAH 15 TH 36 Interchange 1.00 $ 3,000,000 Current CIP-Not fully funded CSAH 19 Indian St. Intersection Improvement 0.25 $ 750,000 Not in CIP CSAH 24 Oren 159th New Roadway Alignment 0.17 $ 500,000 Current CIP-Not fully funded CSAH 18 CSAH 13 lWoodlane Drive Road Expansion 1.00 $ 10,500,000 Current CIP-Not fully funded CSAH 3 170th 240th Major Pavement Rehabilitation 7.44 $ 4,200,000 Current CIP-Not full funded South Highway Maintenance Facility New Transportation Facility NA $ 15,000,000 Current CIP-2022 Bond Project TOTALS:J 30.97 $ 79,150,000 *Project list does not represent project construction order or priority *List may change subject to Board action,matching fund availability(CSAH,Federal,City,Wheelage,etc)or other reasons Transit Projects Project Annual Operating 1 Capital Cost Notes Cost Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit $ 51000,000 $ 115,000,000 Capital 2017,Operating 2024 Red Rock Corridor Bus Rapid Transit $ 81000,000 $ 44,000,000 Capital TBD,Operating TBD Rush Line Bus Rapid Transit Extension TBD TBD TBD Highway 36 Transitway TBD TBD TBD Forest Lake Transit Station $ 60,000 N/A New ort Transit Station $ 60,000 N/A TOTALS: $ 13,120,000 1$ 159,000,000 *Project list does not represent project construction order or priority *List may change subject to Board action,matching fund availability(CSAH,Federal,City,Wheelage,etc)or other reasons 9 of 62 Wasq*ngtm County Local Option-Transportation Sales, Use and Excise Tax Updated-02/02/2020 Items subject to Sales Tax Items NOT subject to Sales Tax(cont.) Admissions and Amusement Fees JFlre rect Mail Deliveryor Distribution Charges Aircraft DE gs Building Materials,Supplies and Equi ment rm Machinery Candy and soft drinks minine Hygiene Products Computer software Saf Sprinkler Sems delivery charges Food Dietary Supplements Fundraising Sales Digital Products Health Products Fabrication labor Horse and Horse-Care Supplies Fur clothing Industrial Production Materials Grooming and hygiene products Instructional Materials Installation labor Interest of Finance Charges Lodging and related services Logging Equipment Meals and drinks Medical Equipment Motor vehicles Memberships(If Eligible) Off-Road Vehicles Mill Liners,Grinding Rods,and Grinding Balls for minin Pay Television Services Newspapers and Publications Prepaid telephone calling cards and recharging fees Occasional Sales when exempt) Services Patent,Trademark,and Copyright Drawings and Documents Tobacco Products except Cigarettes Patient Meals Utilities Personal Computers and Related Software for use in public schools Vending Machine Sales Petroleum products Pollution Control Equipment Items NOT subject to Sales Tax Poultry Feed Admission Tickets to School and Nonprofit Events Prizes for Games of Skill of Chance Carnivals,Fairs,etc) Advertising Materials when shipped out of state Public Safety Radio Communication System Agricultural Items Repair Labor Air Cooling Equipment Residential Electrics and Natural Gas Air" Equipment and Parts Residential Utilities Ambulances Pollution Control Equi meat Aquaculture Equipment Sacramental Wine Bab Products Service Materials Bullet Resistant BodyArmor School Meals Camp fees(when exempt) Shi Repair and Replacement Parts and Lubricants Caskets and Urns Ski Areas Cigarettes Solar Ene Systems Clothing Special Tooling Coin Operated Entertainment and Amusement Devices Telecommuniations and P Television Equipment Construction Labor Textbooks U ion Purchases Trade-In Allowances n Costs to make a vehicle accessible Tree,Brush and Shrub Removal iter Transcrl is TV Commercials nt Ski Passes Unsweetened Water m uter Software Used Mobile Homes outside Minnesota Waste Mana ement Containers and Com actors e Tools(when exempt) Wind Energy Conversion Systems Source-Minnesota Department of Revenue https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/sales-and-use-tax 10 of 62 WADS INJG'TONJ COUJNJT 1 CDAA PR�EJE1'J/ELOPMENST FINANCE FUND 0RANJT ,APPLICA�TIONJ General Information Date: February 6,2020 Project Name: Allen S. King Plant Decommissioning and Reuse Advisory Panel Applicant City/Township: City of Oak Park Heights Applicant Address: 14168 Oak Park Blvd., Stillwater,MN 55082 Application/Project Contact: Eric Johnson, City Administrator Contact Email Address: eajohnson@cityofoakparkheights.com Contact Phone Number: 651-439-4439/651-253-7837 Authorized Official(s)for Execution of Contracts(name and title): Eric Johnson,City Administrator How much grant fundingDR ? Lo,.0 Is the applicant an eligibleMORM ro am policy,:nd guidelines?Yes,X No- 1. o_I.PREDEVELOPMENT FINANCE FUND PROPOSED PROJECT DESCRIPTION 1. Describe the city's/township's goals,objectives and need for the Predevelopment Finance Fund grant and anticipated future commercial and industrial opportunities and other proposed components. Please explain the public benefit of the proposed plan,report or study. Attach copy of proposed contract for services or scope of work for any activities to be funded by CDA grant funds. Proiect Summary: As a result of recent Xcel Energy Closure Announcement in made in May 2019 that the Allen S. King Plant will close in in 2028, the City has begun to seek answers to questions relating to how the Allen S. King Plant Site utilized the future—post decommissioning. To begin to answer and respond to some of these questions, this submission seeks funding and organizational support to implement the formation of the "Allen S. King Plant Decommissioning and Reuse Advisory Panel" which is being created to explore options and opportunities stemming from the anticipated closure of the Allan S. King Plant. Such a study would begin to outline specific challenges, constraints, costs and community voices that would be reasonably expected to have input into such a Site's redevelopment. This process would also include the preparation of various preliminary concept master plans that can visually demonstrate options. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 1 of 27 11 of 62 Such a study would not be an immediate road map to any particular development or re-use;Instead, the Study would package ideas and concepts that would foster further discussion and community engagement, in essence.... it is "STEP 1". It is estimated that this Panel and its process would have a cost of$75,000,for which the City is requesting$37,500 from the Washington County Community Development Agency—Pre Development Finance Fund Why would such as Study be important to the Community? To Xcel Enerrv? Beyond the environmental discussions or base-load capacity elements it is vital to understand that when this powerplant was originally sited there was the commitment that the local community would realize a significant tax benefit to its residents in exchange for having this facility in the community. This is the historical tax benefit and siting permissions that the City and Xcel Energy (then NSP) agreed upon. While there have been fluctuations, this tax benefit remains. At this time the City does receive 33 %of its annual property tax revenue from the Allen S. King Plant or approximately $1.7 million dollars. If the Plant does close and no longer remains a viable source of tax revenue, the City will have a significant gap in its ability to fund municipal services.Accordingly, the City, (as well as Washington County) like many other communities that host power plants (being coal, nuclear or natural gas) the City must begin to contemplate about how it would respond when such closure happens to recover(at least in part) the lost tax base which must include how this site can be re purposed. Xcel Energy would also be a deep beneficiary of such a process as it would offer a transparent and communicative methodology as to how Xcel energy may desire to re purpose the property and they too would gain some advanced understanding of the expected zoning and land use restrictions that may be in place from tho City u z w,-ll as ti?,,Stat- ,and Fc 4eral Agenc.es. The early development and identification of reuses t!,at mayor r,,,be p-:late ble tc,Me commu dty—even at a conceptual level will also be a beneficial cool Xr,-:l L oergy.is it luuxY:owai d re-use. At this time there are no clear answers to these questions, no plans or reuses contemplated for the current site along the St. Croix River or how such a closure would unfold. These are the significant questions that the City and greater community must begin to consider as such closure will likely have a broad impact in the St. Croix River valley.Most importantly,such process will outline opportunities. Outcomes: As a result of such a Study, the community should have a beginning roadmap to begin to navigate how the site can be utilized and which will be in place likely to the end of the 21s' Century and beyond. Expectations that the entire site would or should be returned to a pre-development state might not be achievable or practical. Similarly, an expectation that the site would be fully developed into alternative industrial or residential uses is also not a likely expectation. Therefore, any conceptual uses will need to identify practical solutions towards redevelopment, restoration, re- purposing and community enhancement. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 2 of 27 12 of 62 2. Inas a developer or end user been identified or committed to the proposed site? No, largely this is necessary and vital planning community engagement element. The City would expect that data that is derived from this study would be a critical guide that future use. 3.Provide a brief history of the site including any previous uses,activities,prior or existing contamination, and other previous attempts at selling,developing or redeveloping the site. (please identify any obstacles that may be preventing the city/township from accomplishing its goals for the site or area)? At 179 acres +/-on the St. Croix River, opportunities will be significant—such as the establishment of significant redevelopment— be they commercial, residential or industrial. Further, restoration of the lands topossiblepark or natural areas could also draw visitors to the community andfoster these related economic opportunities. 4. Describe any studies or development activities at the proposed site or project area that have already been completed or are currently underway(if applicable). The City is not aware of any "site-specific"studies or specific development activities for the project site; we anticipate this study will guide/aid any future specific studies related to utilities, infrastructure, transportation needs or financing packages. The Center for Energy and Environment have undertaken some economic impact studies relating to powerplant plant closures in general in Minnesota; that study has not been completed to date, but should be incorporated into any findings or part of this process. That study however does not explore the specific land-use questions, specific environmental questions or specific site opportunities that this study hopes to define or discover. 5. Proposed Budget. Itemizes bF61orill Jused to complete the proposed project goals and activities. 6 Source of Funds Amount Committed Pending Washington County CDA Funds $37,500 ❑ X City or Township Local Matching Funds $37,500 ® ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Total: 75,000 Itemize expenses for the completion of the proposed project goals or proposed activities. Itemized Use of Funds/Expenses Costs Funding Source Please see attachment SCOPE OF WORK—Exhibit_ 75,000 75,000 Total: 75,000 OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 3 of 27 13 of 62 II. DETAILED PROJECT AND ACTNITY DESCRIPTION 1. Please provide location maps,photos,current and projected site plans(if available). (maps should include site or project area location,property boundaries,north arrow, and bar scale, etc.) See Exhibit A. 2. Describe all of the proposed activities(i.e. studies)that are part of this grant funding request. Please see the attached Scope of Work in Exhibit A 3. Is demolition of blighted buildings or other structures part of the proposed project? Not at this time. (massive demolition is expected in 2028+/). 4. What is the proposed future end use of the project site or area? The proposed future and use of the site or area is expected to be consistent with the Wild and Scenic River-St. Croix River and also partly developed to create jobs, expand the City's tax base and re purpose some of the industrial facilities that are at the site including but not limited to the rail spur, cooling towers, grid-tied facilities such as transmission lines and its proximity to STH 36&95.A future and overarching site goal is to ensure its environmental stability via the removal of coal storage and/or ash -site remnants and or any unneeded facilities such as the 600'stack or boilers. How these are addressed is critically important to any future development of the facility. These conversations will be extensive it will require input from the community, regulators and Xcel Energy. 5. Describe the site or 1proiect 'area (I tic Iuding): (please attach current property tax statement(s): Acreage of overall site: 179 aciy; Number ofparcells: 15 Owner Support better Attached Parcel Identification/Description Number or Address Yes No Please identify all property owners and include a letter of support from each owner: Is the property currently listed or available for sale? After development or redevelopment is complete, what portion of the project site be publicly and privately.Qwpcd?..Public: Private: 6. Identify any other partners and their roles such as land owners, realtors, developers, consultants, and regulating/permitting agencies, etc. (if applicable): OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 4 of 27 14 of 62 The City is seeking a number of partners to advance the proposed study including Xcel Energy, realtor groups, chamber of commerce, other cities, environmental advocacy groups, MN DNR, National Park Service, etc. All of these parties will have an interest in seeing this site reused or re-developed in some capacity. It is hoped that every desire can be accommodated within reason including reuse of significant industrial facilities such as rail spur, cooling towers and or development of significant waterfront recreational opportunities with its location on the Wild and Scenic St. Croix River. This list of invited partners in the study is included in Exhibit C. 7. How will the proposed project and/or activities promote or increase future commercial/industrial market values in the city/township/county (please identify your goals for increased commercial and industrial property tax base as a result of the proposed activities and describe how you will measure success)? As noted above, this site currently accounts for 33%+/-of the City's tax base; any redevelopment that generates a positive tax base is necessary. The proposed project will outline these possibilities and on-site assets(such as rail-spur)so the community as a whole can understand their value and role in how these support the City's total financial operations. 8. How will the proposed project and/or activities promote or increase future employment opportunities in the city/township/county(please identify your job and wage goals as a result of the proposed activities and describe how you will measure success)? The City's current 111 pul?cy (,,,, "a eramph-) requires the ceeuihm of"diving wage'Jobs; it is hoped that any indu.Trial redav, 1opme,rt at this site, i possible, would be better apt to create such jobs, versus retail uuas. To ftaat.?nd,:1 nder,rn (:,rpor ation is the abutting property owner to the south;perhaps their 17rm r-vuld view a po,-don of ,h by site for a possible expansion. The Advisory Panel is expected to engage in a balanced discussion relating to the use of this site;restoring areas to their pre-industrial condition along the St. Croix River, yet re-investing some areas into tax- generating- job creating lands. At this stage however, accurate information and clear dissemination is critical to the City and Community. A further comment, of the 179-acre site approximately 40 acres of the site is simply a large pile of coal. How can this cleaned up and can such lands be re purposed?It is environmental questions such as this that will need to be discussed—regardless of the end use—otherwise the community as a whole would have a site along the St. Croix river with a negative stigma—such as other large superfund-type sites. This stigma, if it lingers or remains unaddressed will not benefitANYKIND of future re-use. 9. Please provide detailed project timeline with all actions, phases, and anticipated dates for completion(when will the activities/studies be complete)? Costs and Timelines: As such a process would require significant consultant time to perform research and assemble data, maps, surveys, interview, meetings,public meetings, etc. This process would be reasonably expected to twelve (12) months +/-, once commenced. The planned Scope of Work is found in Exhibit B. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 5 of 27 15 of 62 10. Describe why the development or redevelopment study, report or plan is needed and why the property is not likely to develop through the normal private sector process? The proposed study is absolutely needed so that the City and its community may be intimately involved in the direction of the final outcome of this significant site. Should the city or the community not deeply engage in the planned outcomes of this property the results might not be what community desires or what might be best for the City's future. It is conceivable that without some public engagement that the site could simply deviate to a complete re-development as 11. Describe the level of commitment by the city/township to the development of the property or area (please identify how the proposed activities meet the city/township priorities, land use planning, economic development goals, etc....)? Why is this important to the city/township? Please attach a resolution requesting grant funding from the Predevelopment Finance Fund adopted by the city/township (sample resolution provided by the CDA). Exhibit D. contains the City's Resolution as requested and which outlines critical issues. 12. Please submit this application and all necessary attachments electronically (.pdf file preferred)to Economic Development Director, Washington County CDA at: ChrisE@,washingtoncguniycda.org F T OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 6 of 27 16 of 62 EXHIBIT A— Maps,photos nRAFT OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 7 of 27 17 of 62 s COr�� ��++ 0.? E,•y E"r L a _ oUT Q � i irrr f!] V � U +► U o 0 N O N d rx -! F U Cy - - , U O Op 4 h r' � g� t • i it z •� p l i w „ OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 8 of 27 18 of 62 ti ,a a a_ ��..�. — r ill >ww■,�, w.n. � F r OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 9 of 27 19 of 62 Allen S. King Coal Punt Decommissioning and Reuse U' Many coal-fired power plants are expected to close in the coming years. Coal communities are faced with potentially long-term job and tax revenue loss, legacy environmental contamination and the need for new economic opportunities. This handout details post-closure options, reuse planning and best practices from other communities, and funding sources. Typical Post Retirement Options • No Action: The plant is closed, and the site is secured with minimal maintenance performed by the owner. Risks include the potential for unremediated environmental contamination and the site becoming a blight in the community.The no action decision is taken as an interim step by the majority of closed power plants nationwide. • Close and Maintain: The plant is closed, and the site is maintained in a manner in which it may be possible to restart the plant with minimal cost and effort. Risks with this option include the unlikelihood that Xcel will reverse their decision to transition away from coal powered plants, delay i a er nan r pilon is rarely pursued. • Close and Decommissi : In s, n t b ble to sell a site, or they may not want to give a sit t t I r new g eration or transmission. In these cases, they may e m agg tants fio uce risk, monetize salvage and scrap, and prepare a site for future uses. Of approximately 200 announced closures since 2000, about 25 sites have been decommissioned. • As-is Sale for Decommissioning and Redevelopment: Some owners opt to sell closed power plants as-is, because these sites have significant redevelopment potential. Remediation costs can be included and risks can be managed through the use of contract terms, escrows, and environmental insurance.This option involves careful planning for decommissioning, remediation and redevelopment. • Retrofit Conversion to Natural Gas: Conversion from coal or oil to natural gas can be the most economical solution, there are about 30 gas conversion projects underway across the country. a .. tantec 20 of 62 Alien S. King coal Plant Decommissioning and Reuse According to the EPA, after a plant closes, the site may remain dormant for several years before progressing through decommissioning, remediation and redevelopment. The multiple phases leading to a reuse of a site include: • Decommissioning:The decommissioning of a fossil fuel fired power plant may overlap with remediation and redevelopment. During decommissioning, electrical generating units are shut down and all operating permits are terminated. Hazardous materials associated with both the generation process and the buildings/structures are removed. Electrical generating equipment is cleaned and may be removed for use at other locations or sold as scrap. Some demolition of buildings/ structures may be performed to facilitate cleaning or equipment removal. Power plants with on-site coal ash ponds or solid waste landfills must follow fec aui , nd ium )eAthe it ���,its ►�r ausure of these facilities. • Remediation. _::..,aiaAn'"In l� �":stigation and cleanup of hazardous materials to meet federal or state requirements. It also includes defining site-specific needs for redevelopment. The property owner is responsible for ensuring that the cleanup meets all regulatory requirements and works closely with stakeholders,environmental consultants and state environmental agencies to develop and execute the remediation plan. • Redevelopment: The redevelopment phase includes new construction on the site, reuse, and environmental controls to protect the use of the site from remaining contaminants. Identifying potential reuse options early in the process can inform cleanup decisions and determine the appropriate level of work needed in each stage of the assessment, cleanup and redevelopment process. Sta OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-201 �� 21 of 62 Alen S. ling Coal Plant Decommissioning and Reuse The Allen S. King coal plant retirement is part of a broader trend of closures nationwide. Oak Park Heights can learn from the actions taken by other communities to inform their decisions regarding the decommissioning and reuse of the site. Manresa Island Power Plant- Norwalk, CT The Manresa Island power plant closed in 2013. The City of Norwalk partnered with the advocacy group Manresa Association in 2017 to conduct a study with the aims of identifying potential future uses of the property and assessing the potential economic impact of those uses. The final report provided to the city gives an overview of environmental �r µ and ecological conditions of the property, remediation efforts to date and planned and potential remediation approaches,regional market conditions that will influence potential reuse of the property, and recomrr ;nary rRAT the it o bd on those conditions. SherCo Generating Station Becker, MN _ Xcel Energy has proposed that the entire SherCo generating plant in Becker will close by 2030. The community has already begun working to diversify the local economy to minimize economic impacts. Reuse plans for the Becker site include a ' natural gas plant,recycling facility, and potentially a Google data center. B.C. Cobb Plant - Muskegon,MI The B.C. Cobb plant closed in 2016. The owner of the site, Consumers Energy commissioned a study prior to the closure which identified three potential uses for the site: an expanded deep water port, an agri-business center, and a sustainable manufacturing center. The site was purchased in 2018, with `w. demolition of the plant expected to be completed in 2 years. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 Stantec 22 of 62 Allen S. Icing Coal Plant Decommissioning and Reuse Understanding the anticipated costs for all phases of redevelopment is an important aspect of a community revitalization plan. Several financial mechanisms may be available to support different phases of the assessment, cleanup and redevelopment process. Potential Federal Funding Sources • EPA Brownfields Grants: Area-wide planning grants are available to communities to research, plan and develop implementation strategies for an area affected by one or more brownfield • US Department of Housing Programs (HUD): CDBG and Section 108 Loan Guarantee funding for brownfield redevelopment. • US Department of Commerce, Economic Development and Administration: Grants to support implementation of economic development strategies • US Department of Agriculture: Grants and technical assistance for "green" projects • Internal Revenue Service: New Market Tax Credits • US Department of the In' Nai* °ark S . vice; .f� err_';" -ic Preservation Tax Incentives Things to Consider Ex. -'-'.a i opporlur'"'#les and Challenges Who will control the site • Utility • Public agencies may have the during redevelopment? - Public agency opportunity to redevelop,using a • Private owner combination of both public and private funds and partnerships Are there opportunities for • Employment opportunities • New commercial/industrial development economic development? • Tax revenue can add direct and indirect jobs and can create tax revenues. Are there zoning issues? • Local ordinances and overlay • Redevelopment must comply with local districts zoning and overlay districts • Historic districts and historic • Historic buildings can offer unique building designations development opportunities,but may limit options Are there land restrictions? • Environmental • Reuse options may be limited in areas • State waters and ports with soil and ground water contamination • Utility easements • Regulations may limit the redevelopment of land adjacent to water • Utility companies may restrict access or use in areas with existing natural gas, electrical transmission or water utilities. What's the property • Cost of cleanup versus value of • The value of the property after value? property after development redevelopment must be balanced • Market for redeveloped uses against the cost of decommissioning, remediation and redevelopment. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 23 of 62 EXHIBIT B— City Council Resolution Creating Advisory Panel& Scope of Work. DRAFT OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 14 of 27 24 of 62 RESOLUTION 20-01-04 A RESOLUTION BY THE OAK PARK HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE FORMATION OF THE ALLEN S.KING PLANT DECOMMISSIONING AND REUSE ADVISORY PANEL Whereas, the Xcel Energy-Allen S. King Plant (King Plant) is a 511 mega-watt, coal fired base-load electricity plant that has commercially operated in the City of Oak Park Heights since 1968; and, Whereas,the King Plant is located on 170 acres lying east of STH 95 with more than 4,500 linear feet of shoreline upon the St.Croix River-a nationally designated Wild and Scenic River;and, Whereas,the King Plant is the largest tax generator in the City accounting for more than 35 percent of the City's tax revenues,typically over$2,000,000 annually;and, Whereas, it is anticipated that the King Plant will be decommissioned in the next decade as both Xcel Energy and the State of Minnesota seek to further advance carbon-free power generation and renewable targets;and, Whereas,with any decommissioning the City has a deep interest in the King Plant property being returned to a productive use including advancing elements to provide tax base and job creation but to also enhance and restore lands along the Wild and Scenic St. Croix River along with our community's access and interface with it;and, Whereas,the City is the requisite local land-use authority with zoning responsibilities for such lands as well being the primary public infrastructure utility provider,and, Whereas,as any replaceme--` is bei--- --;'gyred,a -mprehe? i :.-m '. '.''`. ate public narrative must be initiated that begins to t •alines 'ie i ity's g, tls fc s. ch site, outlines th, steps necessary to achieve a successful decommissionit ; and h w .'.y, Xct Ern :gy and oilier ent ies can begin to engage and contribute to discover a shi ed vis, .t fo this la d. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council for the City of Oak Park Heights that the City shall take an initial step in this exploratory process and shall form an Advisory Panel that will endeavor to educate its members and the general public as to the complex issues associated with a coal-plant decommissioning as well as the exploration of future uses and development of visioning concepts. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the City Council will develop policies and protocols as to the makeup of such Advisory Panel which shall generally seek to be inclusive of economic development interests, St. Croix River advocates,local public agencies and other relevant parties. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,that the Advisory Panel shall regularly report its discussions and finding to the City Council and shall undertake the costs, steps and programming as outlined in Exhibit A to this Resolution as its primary responsibility. Passed by the City Council for the City of Oak Park Heihts this 1 4 T"of January 2020. M Comber,Mayor i� ;Ast: so City Administrator OPH- CDA Application 2-7-20 15 of 27 25 of 62 EXHIBIT A to City Council Resolution # 20-01 -04 January 7,2020 File: 193804705 Attention: Mr.Eric Johnson City of Oak Park Heights 14168 Oak Park Boulevard Oak Park Heights,MN 55082 Reference: Proposal for Planning Services—Closure and Reuse of the Allan S.King Plant Dear Eric, This letter with the attached detailed Scope of Services,constitutes the agreement for Professional Services between the City of Oak Park Heights and Stantec,for providing Professional Planning Services to support Oak Park Heights in fully understanding the challenges and opportunities associated with the closure and reuse of the Allan S. King Plant. The Project includes the impler-ientatio,, of a z-.eries of.Ndvisory Meetings-Y"Jorkshops intended to inform the City of the parameters and passible outcomes of the King Plant decommissioning and reuse. The lump sum fee for this work as outlined ir.the attached detailed scope of services is$55,000. In addition, it is anticipate�"gat fu her studiees ill be ide as an outcome of the Advisory Panel Process action plan. An estimated hourly not-to-exceed budget of$20,000 is provided for additional services. Work identified as additional services,will be subject to the preparation and approval of specific tasks and cost estimates. No work will be done under this category without prior authorization. The budgets for the proposed tasks are summarized as follows: Task 1 —Advisory Panel Meetings/Workshops(Lump Sum) $55,000 Task 2—Additional Services(Hourly Not-To-Exceed) $20,000 Total Estimated Fee $75,000 The project is anticipated to start immediately once funding has been secured and authorized by the City. It is anticipated to be completed by early 2021. This letter and the attached detailed Scope of Services represent the understanding between the City and Stantec in respect to the Project and may only be modified in writing signed by both of us and is subject to the current Master Services Agreement between the City and Stantec. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 16 of 27 26 of 62 January 7,2020 Mr.Eric Johnson Page 2 of 2 Reference: Proposal for Planning Services—Closure and Reuse of the Allan S.King Plant If this letter satisfactorily sets forth conditions of our Agreement,please sign in the space below and return one cop to our office. O�PAK PARKS -HTS y �m/iN11lYJ,f P Name and Title Date If you have any question: need di rm n, wi= •cuss is matter in greater detail, please contact us. Thank u for o ort to e. ,services. Regards, Senior Principal Planner City Engineer MN,WI,CA 612-712-2127 Phone: 612-712-2085 John.shardlow@stentec.com Lee.mann@stantec.com Attachment., Planning Scope of Services—Allan S.King Plant C. file OPH-VVCCDA Application 2-7-20 17 of 27 27 of 62 Scope of Services —Allan S. King Plant Professional Planning Services to support Oak Park Heights in fully understanding the challenges and opportunities associated with the closure and reuse of the Allan S King Plant Background: In July of this year, Xcel Energy submitted its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission. One of the original options for the King Plant was for its decommissioning to be scheduled for the mid-2030s, but instead the IRP identified the closure in 2028. Given the magnitude of this change and the breadth of its implications, it is important for the City to prepare and implement a comprehensive strategy to fully understand the challenges and opportunities the closure of the King Plant presents. This proposal is focused on Step One of this process. Purpose: 1. Education—the City needs a fuller and more comprehensive understanding of the implications of this major land use change,the decommissioning process and the challenges and opportunities presented by the reuse of this strategically located 140-acre property. 2. Set City Council E>pe,,.tations- the City of 00,Park i lc;ghts is the .'d use authority and will make the final decisions regardlr•g ibCompr::hens we Plan, 7.oning and the approval of future land uses. The City also recognizes tlat tr.i�fa:Aity an4:4 site are of S'-ale-wide.,nd federal significance and many stakeholders have an inte:'ust n these issues. -i m prc.cess is intent+ed to respect these interests and invite the participat on ul these stakehcide:s, share a common body of information and work together in an atmosphere of mutual respect. 3. Roles, Responsibilities, Communications-Establish a shared understanding about the roles and responsibilities of all the participants and establish and implement a Communications Plan,to ensure the timely sharing of relevant information throughout the decommissioning and reuse process. 4. Vision &Goals—Through research and analysis and the development and review of alternative scenarios, the City will establish a broad framework of desired outcomes.These will be established in a Vision Statement and goal statements for land use, economic development, the environment, social and other categories to be determined. Allan S King Plant Future Land Use Advisory Panel Since one of the key purposes of this process is educational,the formation of an Advisory Panel serves a dual purpose. First,the process will include the assemblage and analysis of relevant information that is essential to inform future land use decisions. Second, it will include, and actively engage representatives from a strategically selected group of key stakeholders.This will ensure that all the key players share a common understanding and access to the facts and include interest groups in the City's process, instead of potentially being involved in a separate process. This process is designed to openly share all the relevant information and to provide opportunities for multiple stakeholders to request additional information and provide input at every stage of the process.All this information and stakeholder input is intended to support the City Council in its decision making. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 18 of 27 28 of 62 Summary of Workshops The following is a description of the Advisory Panel meetings.The specific focus of topics covered in these meetings will likely change, as the process unfolds and information about opportunities and constraints becomes available. 1. Project Initiation—City Council • Approve the process and the participants on the Advisory Panel • Establish roles and responsibilities • Set expectations for the process, deliverables, discuss desired outcomes • Establish schedule, project timeline 2. Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)—Xcel Energy • Presentation and description of the July 19, 2019. Integrated Resource Plan • Identify how King Plant Clrrsur�:-fits in to the Statewide strategy • How does the decommissioning prow ss work`?Who is involved and how? • How will the power generation be replaced for the area? 3. Allan S. King Plant Property—in depth description—Xcel Energy • Location, size,topography, access, drainage, municipal services, etc. • Built environment,what exists on the property? Implications for reuse • Natural environment, both on site and in surrounding area • Detailed description of the federal, State, Regional, County and local regulations that will shape the future of this property 4. Economic Development Assessment Descriptive Profile: o Demographic, socioeconomic,wage and income, labor force, business/industry patterns, land and building availability, housing affordability,taxes and other relevant characteristics of the local economy over time o Comparison to the broader Washington County and the seven-county Minneapolis/St. Paul region. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 19 of 27 29 of 62 5. Economic Impact Analysis • Local Economy Impact—performing input/output analysis to determine direct, indirect and induced impacts of the plant closing • Identify how specific changes(growth/decline) in the economy ripple through the local economy, affecting the entire economy • Tax base &Taxes Impact—Estimating the lost value and taxes to the City and other taxing jurisdictions&estimate the type, intensity and timing of new development that would result in the replacement of the loss in property value and taxes due to the closing. 6. Environmental Context, Natural and Regulatory Issues,Opportunities&Requirements • Natural resource inventory &assessment • Wild &Scenic River designation, purpose, history, implications • MnDNR regulations • US Army Corps of Engineers regulatirr+s • Environmental restoration. conservation, o en space, trail potential t:public, private) 7. Synthesis—Strengths,Weaknesses,Opportunities&Threats • Series of coordinated exercises and facilitated discussions designed to form a consensus about the basic description of the future use of the property 8. Vision statement,Goals&Desired Outcomes • Facilitated process leading to a working vision statement and a set of preliminary goals and values. 9. Evaluation of Alternative Scenarios A facilitated process will evaluate different scenarios, prepared by the consultant and City staff. • The alternatives will be evaluated and ranked based on the vision statement and preliminary goals 10. Presentation to the City Council • With the support of the City staff and Consultant,the Advisory Panel will present their findings to the City Council • Based on the work of the Advisory Panel and the review of the City Council,two basic reuse concept plans will be prepared. • The Council will take this work under advisement and use it to inform future decisions and determine the next steps in the process. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 20 of 27 30 of 62 Next Steps,Action Plan Staff and Consultant will review the work of the Advisory Panel and meet with the City Council. Based on the Council's direction, the Consultant will prepare a timeline through the decommissioning and demolition of the King Plant.A detailed, step by step Action Plan will be prepared, in coordination with the project timeline. The Action Plan may include, but may not be limited to, recommendations to pursue: • Additional study,or investigations • The identification and pursuit of funding • Legislative requests • Comprehensive Plan amendment • Market research Request for Pro cp ications • Re • Funding, rant a q p �forev opm n • Other 4 N '* t _ .. Desired Outcomes, Key Questions to be Answered,Goals to be Achieved This will be a dynamic process and questions will emerge that aren't known today, and goals are also likely to change as information is revealed and the opinions and aspirations of stakeholders are expressed and understood.At this point,the following questions will be answered, and fundamental goals will be accomplished: 1. What are the Land Use and Zoning issues and adjoining uses that will have an impact on the future of the King Plant property? 2. What environmental assessments and issues are associated with the closure? 3. What opportunities exist for repurposing?Could they support job creation?What are the constraints associated with repurposing? 4. What are the Wild&Scenic River related issues? 5. What are the implications of any future use on City services? 6. What is the optimal way to involve the community in this decommissioning and reuse process? 7. What have other communities done? OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 21 of 27 31 of 62 Project Deliverables: • 10 PowerPoint presentations, handouts and meeting materials A report summarizing the findings, including a Vision Statement, Preliminary Goals, alternatives analysis and ranking(estimated 40 pages) • An Action Plan with a timeline, identifying key milestones and related City actions (estimated 40 pages) • Two illustrative concept plans, articulating and illustrating the City's aspirations and expectations for the future of the property. (including color-rendered hard copies at poster size, and electronic copies) Proposed Budget: The specific allocation of budget may change, based on opportunities and needs that emerge during the process.The following breakdown is base on experi ce and an assessment of the effort needed to deliver a process and these deliverables. This is a dynamic process. It is exfectt: Zf a cn-, ple n of the Advisory Panel process and City Council review will identify the need for additional resEarch, engineering analysis, expert studies, or additional meetings. The cost for the Aavisory Panel Process assumes that there will be no fee charged by stakeholders that provide presentations. Any work identified under additional services below,will be subject to the preparation and approval of specific tasks and cost estimates. No work will be done under this category without prior authorization. Expense Cateaories: Cost Workshops: Consultant/facilitation of workshops,working meetings with staff, production of presentation graphics, handouts, summary report, action plan and two concept plans-Lump Sum: $55,000 Additional Services: Engineering feasibility analysis, expert studies, additional research, meetings etc.as mutually agreed to in writing prior to commencement. -Hourly Not-To-Exceed without authorization: $20,000 Total $75,000 OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 22 of 27 32 of 62 EXHIBIT C— City Policy on Invited Partners and Process,(as of 1/28/20--some refinements are expected) L) RAFT OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 23 of 27 33 of 62 0 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS POLICIES RELATING TO THE ALLEN S.KING PLANT DECOMMISSIONING AND REUSE ADVISORY PANEL—APPOINTMENTS AND ROLES PURPOSE: The City Council desires to appoint an Advisory Panel to inform and support the City Council's decision making regarding the future of the Allen S.King Plant.The following policy shall govern the formulation of this group, describes its role and relationship with the Council and what the expectations are from participating members. Invitation to Serve on the Advisory Panel: The City desires participation from a number of parties generally known in the community with an apparent stake or clear interest in such dialogue and which includes the organizations listed below. These entities will be sent a Letter of Invitation to participate in the City's process and such invitation shall be signed by the Mayor and every Council member.Each group,or organization if they desire to participate shall nominate a SINGLE representative, who is expected to be available to attend 10-12 monthly meetings. The City's desire is that such person would generally relay the views of the organization they represent where possible.All members so appointed shall be reviewed and approved by unanimous consent of the City Council. 1. City of OPH Planning Commission(1 member) 2. City of OPH Parks Commission(1 member) 3. Xcel Energy 4. Washington County A fr, 5. The St.Croix River ociatio .. 6. Watershed District- C 7. Andersen Corporatio 8. The City of Bayport— ST BE A NON—ELECTED OFFICIAL 9. The City of Stillwater-MUST BE A NON—ELECTED OFFICIAL 10. Minnesota Department of Natural Resources 11. Minnesota Department of Transportation 12. Greater Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce 13. National Park Service 14. Greater Stillwater Area School District-MUST BE A NON—ELECTED OFFICIAL-(2 seats one must be a HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT expected to be able to serve through the term of the discussions) 15. Coalition of Utility Cities 16. Sierra Club 17. Center for Environmental Advocacy 18. Union Pacific Railroad 19. Real Estate Group—TBD(such as the SPAAR...https://spaar.com/)St.Paul Area Association of Realtors 20. Three(3)At-Large Members(may be either City residents,or business owners)may be invited to serve on the Panel. Interested individuals shall submit a letter and application to the Council explaining their role in the community and interest in serving on the Advisory Panel.Depending on the level of interest,the Council may choose to decrease or increase the number of at-large members. Locally Elected Officials are precluded from serving on this Panel where they directly represent a given city, school district,county's interest.In the case of these public organizations the appointment of staff,volunteers, or other appointed officials to their respective bodies is requested. For example: The City of Stillwater may appoint their Planning Commission Chair who is a non-elected person but is appointed by the City Council. In circumstances where there is a`;joint-powers"organization such as the MSCWMO or WCCDA,appointment of Staff or Non-elected officials is preferred. However, this may result on overtime expenses or budgetary constraints that may preclude participation.If such staff or other volunteer is not available and if such JPA board �e KWAS�t9'u1M461s and are available,the City Council may evaluate these on a case-by-casNoffs, 34 of 62 so as to ascertain their underlying entity and relationships.Any person so appointed would be expected to clearly represent the joint-powers entity,not their prianary jurisdiction. Appointment of Co-Chairs: The City Council also desires the appointment of CO-CHAIRs positions so as to better ensure continuity of the process in the event one person cannot attend.The role of the"co-chair"is to ensure the meetings move forward and to facilitate the discussion and presentations and in allotted time. In all respects,the CO-CHAIR position acts only as manager to ensure the process remains vital and fluid and not to advocate for any given position. The Mayor or a Council Member may nominate and the Council shall appoint up to two co-chairs, any such appointment shall be by unanimous vote of the City Council.If no chair(s)can be determined,the Panel shall be managed by City Staff or City Consultant until such time as a CO CHAIR can be found.A CO-CHAIR may be removed from the Panel by simple majority of the Council. The appointed CO-Chair individuals may or may not be otherwise listed in the invited participation listing stated above, if not listed they shall become full members of the Panel once appointed. Further Expectations of the Advisory Panel: The meetings are generally anticipated to be a method by which Panel Member can avail themselves of the best available information regarding the many facets of regulations,challenges and opportunities related to this site. Fundamentally, few—if any, decisions are expected to be made by the Panel itself. As the discovery process unfolds,all members of the Advisory Panel are expected to follow a Code of Conduct that will be provided by the City and which will outline rules of discussion and how any collective recommendations might be made.All members serve at the pleasure of the City Council and the City Council may amend the number of participants or which participants at any time at its sole discretion. Guests&Public Visibility: The City would expect to iW clectee or q),pinted officials to f Vcod tl,� w.-Icti:igs—not as a panelist,but instead offer them an oppoI�II umtytL istc a and grin more information as to W&t is being accomplished.These guests would include: Me 0politan o aaatii? "-tor l - Board rvIciiftr Local legislators, MPCA, and other governmental organization=epreser: ti�. ibWe ,,ts v<i it be v.cico+aed at mee ' s and materials will be shared with them,as supplies perr>i:a_ O:i':;rwis opies e avaiLL+le for downlo om the City Website. The general public is also welcome to view and listen to these meetings as space allows,but such meetings are not PUBLIC HEARINGS and data presented and dialogue held is for the primary benefit and consumption of the Panel Members. City Council Role: Oak Park Heights elected officials may not serve on the Advisory Panel as the work of the Advisory Panel is intended to support the Council in its decision making regarding the future of this property.The Council will be fully briefed by the Consultant,following every working meeting.The Council will have the opportunity to either accept and embrace Panel recommendations,or direct course corrections, as needed. As it relates to City Council general interface with City Consultants,these communications should be channeled through City Staff similar to current City protocols. OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 25 of 27 35 of 62 EXHIBIT D— City Application Resolution to WCCDA. DRAFT OPH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 26 of 27 36 of 62 RESOLUTION 20-01-05 A RESOLUTION BY THE OAK PARK HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL OUTLINING ITS SUPPORT FOR A GRANT APPLICATION TO THE WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY(CDA)PREDEVELOPMENT FINANCE FUND. WHEREAS,the City of Oak Park Heights,the"City",has identified a proposed project within the City that meets the Washington County Community Development Agency(CDA)Predevelopment Finance Fund's purposes and criteria;and WHEREAS, that Project at this time is identified as: Allen S. King Plant Decommissioning and Reuse Advisory Panel;whose fundamental purpose is to explore and advise and inform the City Council regarding opportunities and options for restoration and redevelopment opportunities of the 170 acre site along the St. Croix River now occupied by the Allen S.King Plant which is anticipated to close in 2028. WHEREAS, the City has established that the property in consideration has vast potential as an economic draw to the City,County and Region and the proposed project is a high priority of the City;and WHEREAS,the City supports the proposed project scope of work—affixed hereto as Exhibit A,and hereby supports the application to the Predevelopment Finance Fund seeking $37,500.00 and will additionally match such funds"1:1"with City dollars;and WHEREAS,the City has ti legs. Guth rity to pply i x financial assistance;and WHEREAS, the City is st portiv( of ahan 'ng a ,...,,... : development opportunities that will serve to create jobs, enhance the ta, I---- sid ir prove t: ' ves of 1. +th City of Oak Park Heights and Washington County residents. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of approves the application for funding from the Washington County CDA Predevelopment Finance Fund. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that upon approval of its application by the Washington County CDA,the Office ofthe City Administrator is hereby authorized to execute such agreements as are necessary to receive and use the funding for the proposed project. Passed by the City Council for the City of Oak Park Heights this �y"'of January 2020. r- ,M- cColnber,Mayor A st: is on, City Administrator PH-WCCDA Application 2-7-20 27 of 27 37 of 62 2 o0 � 4 2 0 a %-A in a c (r oo (r cv ` r Cr v y O -C CD J _ a) N � o CL ` c7 0 ^ O C14 0 0 m ON O O O � O QO N 04 M 04 N N 69- U EEz° Ed o -p z v W U c � � �, Q v o o W a ` 1 ao I U O y c V o 5 Al y E C 4Js D O U y � yC a z a c N ,6 . — -I.- .8- pjN O C 3 rn U E c U = N a V m Z Z 0 CL CL I vi > Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Saturday, February 1,2020 11:08 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: House Releases Infrastructure Framework to Rebuild with Communities For weekly notes —Original Message--- From: National League Of Cities(NLC) <news@nlc.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Sat, Feb 1, 2020 6:01 am Subject: House Releases Infrastructure Framework to Rebuild with Communities View in browser NA110NAL LEAGUE -Mill NLC OF 6TJE!S r r_ House Releases Infrastructure Framework to Rebuild with Communities The National League of Cities has been calling on Congress to "Rebuild With Us" and step up on infrastructure, and this framework reflects our shared 39 of 62 priorities for rebuilding and creating a skilled workforce that will get projects moving in America's cities, towns and villages. 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News 2 40 of 62 Amid battles in DC, Suozzi's Bipartisan Legislation to Restore SALT Deduction Passes US House of Representatives Foreign Affairs - January 29, 2020 City researching solutions to handle new state tax law Coppell Student Media - January 29, 2020 Campaign pushes plans to make affordable housing a national priority Republican American - January 26, 2020 Announcements Webinar: Census Digital Divide and Access As the first digital Census, constituents may be concerned about how to respond online. Learn the basics of responding online or via the paper form, best practices for addressing the digital divide and improving cybersecurity. Register here. Take the 2020 Cities Agenda to Your City NLC has created a template resolution for local leaders to introduce and adopt the 2020 Cities Agenda into your community, as an official mark of support for Leading Together. 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Mary -----Original Message--- From: Mary Mccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> To: eajohnson <eajohnson@cityofoakparkheights.com> Sent: Tue, Jan 28, 2020 11:19 am Subject: Fwd: Build it Right: Update#2--Training opportunity: Master the media for the#BuilditRight campaign For weekly notes ----Original Message--- From: Don Reeder via LMC -MemberLink<Mail@ConnectedCommunity.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tue, Jan 28, 2020 8:40 am Subject: Build it Right: Update#2 --Training opportunity: Master the media for the#BuilditRight campaign Build it Right Post New Message -« . . .. Reply to Sendcl Reply to Sender via Email UPL - UPLOAD A PHOTO Jan 28,2020 8:40 AM January 28, 2020 Dear members, Thank you for the enthusiasm you've shown for our#BuilditRight campaign. We all share a concern that the attacks from a builders' industry group could threaten local control over city building and permit fees. The Builders Association of the Twin Cities—also known as Housing i 43 of 62 First—has made headlines with inaccurate reports about the housing market and misleading connections to the affordable housing need in our state. It's time for cities to be the authority on this issue, and we're already leveraging the media to make sure cities are fairly represented. We want to empower more city leaders like you to speak about this topic in your communities and with your local media. To help you prepare for media interviews about city fees, we are offering an in-person media training with our communications partner Goff Public. #BuildltRiaht Media Training Gain a broader understanding of how the media works and master key campaign messages in this customized training for city leaders. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 12-3 p.m. League of Minnesota Cities, 145 University Avenue W. St. Paul Interested in signing up? RSVP to Don Reeder at dreeder@lmc.org to reserve your spot. -------------------------- Don Reeder Public Affairs Manager League of Minnesota Cities Saint Paul MN (651)281-1200 ----------------------- Reply to Group Online Reply to Sender via Email View Thread Recommend Forward You are subscribed to"Build it Right"as marymccomber@aol.com.To change your subscriptions,go to My Subscriptions.To unsubscribe from this community discussion,go to Unsubscribe. 2 44 of 62 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Tuesday, February 4, 2020 10:33 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: Help Minnesota achieve a full and accurate census count For weekly notes -----Original Message---- From: Minnesota 2020 Census<mn202Ocensus@public.govdelivery.com> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent:Tue, Feb 4, 2020 9:41 am Subject: Help Minnesota achieve a full and accurate census count .............. we count rninneSOJL- W CENSUS • 2020 Dear census friends, Do you want to help make sure that all Minnesotans are counted in the 2020 Census? The We Count MN team at the State Demographic Center is here to encourage and support your efforts. In the coming months the We Count MN team will send out weekly emails, each highlighting a specific census topic. These emails will include sharable resources (such as flyers, videos, and digital graphics) along with tips on how you might use them to promote census participation among the communities you serve, via your established communication channels. We're counting on you to increase census awareness and participation within your networks. Your efforts will help our state achieve a more complete and accurate count. You can start now by sharing a 90-second video in your organization's Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter feed. Click on the image below to view"Census Day is April 1, 20201" 1 45 of 62 Census Day r f 4 i y r r y i` h. r i r CC You can also add this video to your office's closed circuit channel - email io.herrera(&state.mn.us, for the appropriate file. 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This service is provided to you at no charge by Minnesota 2020 Census This email was sent to marymccomber@aol.com using GovDelivery Communications Cloud,on behalf of:Minnesota 2020 Census•658 Cedar St.,Centennial Office Building•St.Paul,MN 55155 2 46 of 62 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2020 12:35 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:Conversations of the Valley'Protecting Places We Love' For weekly notes -----Original Message---- From: ELLEN L MONTGOMERY<emontgomery@scvfoundation.org> To: marymccomber<marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Wed, Feb 5,2020 12:22 pm Subject: Conversations of the Valley'Protecting Places We Love' Can't See This ST. CROIX VALLEY FOUNDATION Conversations of the Valley A Four-Speaker Series Honoring the 5oth Anniversary of Earth Day. Please Join Us for the Third Presentation of the Series. E i 47 of 62 FARMING . TOR THE FUTURE 1 p The U of M's Forewr Green Initiative for Agriculture* *for all of usl For our region to meet proposed water quality goals, winter annual and perennial crops are being developed and integrated into agricultural landscapes.Dr.Don Wyse will share the story of The U of M's The initiative is developing new winter annual and perennial crops which can, with efficientfarming systems, improve water quality and enhance soil health (while bolstering rural/ag economies with high- value, commercially marketable products). Farming, science, research and need are melding to create a better future for all! A 2-Minute Video Preview DATE&TIME Wed.March. 18,2020 11:3o am -1:oo pm luncheon served 11:30,program begins at noon %WERE Lake Elmo Inn Event Center COST $21 Lie.serve Your Place i 48 of 62 More About The Series 'Protecting the Places We Love'was inspired by the upcoming 5oth anniversary of Earth Day, founded on April 22, 197o by Wisconsin Governor and U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson (originally from Clear Lake/Polk County Wisconsin).Mr.Nelson(1916-2005)served as State Senator, Governor and U.S.Senator between 1948-1981 and was a 1995 Medal of Freedom recipient for his environmental work. Today the Earth Dau Network's mission is to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide. Our 2019-20 Speaker Series 'Protecting the Places We Love': Wed Mar 18.2020 The Forever Green Agriculture Initiative presented by Professor Don Wyse May 13,2020 Xce/Energy. Delivering Reliable, Affordable, Clean Energy for St. Croix Valley Customers Presented by Xcel Energy Thank you to First State Bank&Trust, our series sponsor, for helping to make this program ossible. E 3 49 of 62 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Thursday, February 6,2020 10:53 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd:2020 Legislative Session Preview For weekly notes ----Original Message---- From: Lockridge Grindal Nauen P.L.L.P. <legalert@locklaw.com> To: marymccomber@aol.com <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Thu, Feb 6, 2020 10:49 am Subject: 2020 Legislative Session Preview View Online I Like Tweet lr�, Forwarc�l ii i A\� Relations l" LOCKRIDGE 0 , GRINDAL NAUENi H.Theodore Grindal -'°020 Legislative Partner I The 2020 Legislative Session is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, -- �" February 11. While the work of crafting and enacting the state's biennial budget was completed last May, several issues remain on 4 the table for the 2020 Legislative Session, which will conclude on Monday, May 18. Rebecca J. Kanninen Bonding Partner A bonding bill is a piece of legislation that authorizes the issuing of r bonds and other capital to pay for certain construction projects and infrastructure upgrades. Projects are only eligible for this type of 2 z bonding if they are publicly-owned and designated as infrastructure. Bonding bills typically include projects requests by local governments, state institutions of higher learning, and other public Daniel G. Larson entities. These bonds come in the form of general obligation bonds Director,State&Local and are guaranteed by the state. 1 50 of 62 Government Affairs As is customary practice for the second year of the biennium, legislators will work to develop a package of state construction and capital investment projects during the 2020 Legislative Session. Over the past few months, the Capital Investment committees in the House Ail and Senate have been touring the state to learn more firsthand about needs around Minnesota. Arr,os A. Briggs During the 2019 Legislative Session, Governor Tim Walz proposed a Government Relation:; $1.3 billion bonding bill focused on transportation, infrastructure, higher education, housing, and corrections. A$1.5 billion bonding bill made its way through the House committee process, but did not receive a floor vote. Senate Republicans did not formally propose a bonding bill during the last session. > Passing a $500 million bonding bill was part of the deal agreed to by Peter H.Glossing Governor Walz, House Speaker Melissa Hortman (DFL-Brooklyn Associate/ Park)and Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka (R-Nisswa)for the Communications& special session that was called last May following the end of the Grassroots Advocacy — .- regular session. However, the bill did not up come for consideration during the 21-hour special session. Last month, the govemor released a series of bonding proposals— branded as the"Local Jobs and Projects Plan"—focused on affordable housing,water infrastructure, higher education, public safety and quality of life. His total proposal for bonding Angie A. Huss through general obligation bonds is$2.028 billion. Communications& Grassroots Advocacy Affordable Housing -$276 million Water Infrastructure-$300 million III Ili LL Higher Education—$448 million Public Safety-$857 million Quality of Life-$675 million The governor is also promoting an additional$571 million of financing Ann T. Lenczewski through general fund dollars to bring his total plan to$2.599 billion. Government Relations A bonding bill is the only type of legislation to need a higher threshold than a simple majority to pass—requiring a three-fifths vote in support in each chamber. With the DFL holding 75 of 134 House seats, at least six votes from Republican members will be needed to pass a bonding bill in the House. With Republicans holding 35 of 67 seats in the Senate, at least six votes will be needed from DFL Jessica E. Lindeen members to pass a bonding bill in the Senate. Govemment Relations - House Minority Leader Kurt Daudt(R-Crown) has expressed openness to a larger bonding bill, but has said his caucus would not support a bill at or over$2 billion. F Supplemental Budget In early December, officials from the Office of Minnesota Management and Budget(MMB) projected a$1.332 billion surplus for the current budget cycle that began on July 1, 2019, and will 2 51 of 62 Kevin J. Matzek conclude on June 30, 2021. An updated budget forecast will be Government Relations issued in February. e .. Although the legislature and Governor Walz agreed to a$48.2 billion budget last May to fund state government through June of 2021, it is common for legislators and the governor to propose additional i list spending initiatives in the non-budget session based on surplus dollars available, as projected in the February Budget Forecast. Carol J. Mraz Government Relations In recent history, Republican legislators have been hesitant to offer supplemental budget proposals or have proposed "net zero" supplemental budget proposals that reallocate already-appropriated resources. However, Senate Republicans have indicated they plan to At propose a supplemental budget for the 2020 Legislative Session. awl Any supplemental budget agreement will likely be the result of multi- Nathaniel C. Nlussell layered end-of-session negotiations between the House DFL Partner leadership, Senate Republican leadership, and Governor Walz as A11111111, , they determine the size of the bonding bill and advocate for other J legislative priorities. Insulin The final health and human services budget agreement from last May 9 9 Y did not include a provision to address the issue of insulin affordability. Kara V.Osterman Government Relations Since then, legislators on both sides of the aisle have been meeting to attempt to find agreement on the issue. While both Republicans and Democrats at the Capitol have agreed that the state needs an emergency insulin program, the details from their respective proposals are not yet aligned. The proposal from Senate Republicans would require insulin manufacturers to provide insulin to doctors for diabetic patients without health coverage. The Government D. Sheehanment Relatrons patient would receive a four-month supply that is renewable three times. The House DFL proposal would make emergency insulin available at ,My r pharmacies instead of doctor's offices with a 30-day supply even if the prescription is expired. It would be renewable three times. The state would then reimburse pharmacists from revenue derived from registration fees paid by drug manufacturers. Alana J. Petersen Managing Director, Since the end of the last session, Walz and other leaders at the Federal Relations Capitol had expressed a desire to hold a special session to address the issue. However, no special session was called because there was not bipartisan agreement on the specifics of such a proposal. A * working group was established in October by Hortman and Gazelka vi with a goal to find consensus before the end of the year. However, no r agreement was reached. The working group members included: Representative Tina Liebling (DFL-Rochester), Chair of the House Health &Human Services Finance Division Representative Mike Howard (DFL-Richfield) 3 52 of 62 Representative Kurt Daudt(R-Crown), House Minority Leader Senator Michelle Benson (R-Ham Lake), Chair of the Senate Health & Human Services Finance& Policy Committee Senator Eric Pratt(R-Prior Lake), Chair of the Jobs& Economic Growth Finance & Policy Committee Senator Melissa Wiklund (DFL-Minneapolis) Anti-Nicotine Legislation At the end of December of 2019, Congress passed and President Trump signed into law a budget deal that included a provision that raised the national tobacco age to 21, effective immediately. On the state level, plans have already been in the works for the 2020 Legislative Session to renew efforts to raise the legal age to buy tobacco and e-cigarettes to 21 statewide—led by Senator Carla Nelson (R-Rochester), Senator Paul Anderson (R-Plymouth), Representative Heather Edelson (DFL-Edina), and Representative Patty Acomb(DFL-Minnetonka). Even with the federal law in place, advocates intend to pass this legislation to align the state's tobacco age with the new law to ensure strong implementation, compliance, and enforcement. These efforts follow the action of more than 50 local units of government in Minnesota to raise the age of purchasing tobacco products from 18-years-old to 21-years-old within their respective jurisdictions. Members of the House DFL Caucus, led by House Commerce Chair Laurie Halverson (DFL-Eagan), have also proposed banning all flavored tobacco products, increasing nicotine taxes, establishing an "Office of Youth Prevention and Protection"within the Minnesota Department of Health dedicated to carrying out a statewide education campaign to inform Minnesota youth about the health risks associated with e-cigarette use, and banning the internet sale of nicotine products in the state. According to the 2019 Minnesota Student Survey, there has been a 54% increase in vaping usage among 11th graders as compared to 2016. Over the summer, several cases of severe lung injury among teenagers were reportedly linked to vaping and e-cigarette use. Minnesota Department of Human Services Since the July resignation of then-Commissioner Tony Lourey, the Minnesota Department of Human Services has come under increased scrutiny at the legislature relating to its leadership structure, workplace culture, purported overpayments of Medicaid dollars to counties and tribal nations, the integrity of the Child Care Assistance Program(CCAP), and compliance irregularities regarding contracts awarded from the department. 4 53 of 62 The department's new commissioner, Jodi Harpstead, the former chief executive of Lutheran Social Services who started leading the agency in September, has been working to rebuild trust both within the department as well as with legislators and the public. However, legislators on both sides of the aisle have expressed concern that the department's scope may be too large and complex for a single commissioner and have suggested restructuring the sprawling $18-billion department into multiple agencies—an idea Walz has said he is open to as well. A proposal offered in 2015 by former House Speaker Paul Thissen (DFL-Minneapolis)would have broken the department into five separate operational agencies. While no comprehensive plan has been put forward by current legislators, discussion of structural changes to the department are likely to continue next session. Meanwhile, a blue ribbon commission recently created by the legislature and the governor is charged with creating an action plan to improve program efficiencies, produce savings, and promote better outcomes for the Minnesota Department of Health and the Minnesota Department of Human Services. However, their action plan is not due until October of 2020, which means the earliest legislators could begin implementing its recommendations, which may include restructuring measures, would be the 2021 Legislative Session. Cannabis Legalization House Majority Leader Ryan Winker(DFL-Golden Valley) has been leading the efforts to legalize cannabis use for adults in Minnesota. Winkler has said this work is an effort to address health and criminal justice disparities in the state. Since the end of last session, Winkler has held listening sessions throughout Minnesota on the issue to promote this initiative and receive input from members of the public and stakeholders. While this issue will receive attention in the House this session, it is unclear if will ultimately pass out of the chamber. Concerns surrounding adolescent access, psychological effects, road safety, accessibility for veterans, local government licensing, manufacturing, distribution, sales, and taxation still need to be addressed. Aiming to address these issues, Winkler intends to author and introduce a bill Jnr legalizing cannabis during the 2020 Legislative Session. Citing health and public safety concerns, Senate Majority Leader o Paul Gazelka(R-Nisswa) opposes cannabis legalization. He has indicated that such legislation is unlikely to pass the Senate in 2020. Robo-Calls According to an October report from Minnesota Department of Commerce, Minnesotans have received over 387 million robo-calls this year, which is approximately 58 calls per impacted person. The technology being utilized in these calls allows telephone calls 5 54 of 62 originating from across the world to show up on a caller ID with a local area code. State Representative Zack Stephenson (DFL-Coon Rapids)will be introducing legislation that would make robo-calls illegal and would include criminal enhancement to the felony level whenever identity theft or a swindle is a result of a robo-call. This bill also gives tools to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, the Attorney General, and consumers to take action when they receive such calls. Specifically, this legislation would require all telecommunications companies to implement the latest and strongest anti-robo-call technology at no additional cost to the consumer. Driving Tests State Senator Karin Houlsey (R-St. Mary's Point) plans to introduce legislation with the goal of substantially improving wait times for driver tests. A September media report found that students of some driving schools are given preference for taking driving tests while other students are resorting to camping outside testing centers to secure a testing spot in the face of lengthy wait times. Currently, many students who are waiting to take their test schedule their appointments months in advance and at locations far from where the student lives. This legislation would allow private behind-the-wheel instructors to become certified by the state of Minnesota to administer driving tests. The state would be responsible for establishing uniform standards on which students must be tested, as well as approving acceptable testing routes and providing the necessary paperwork for conducting the exam. Cabinet Confirmations The second year of the legislative biennium often features Senate confirmation hearings and floor votes of the governor's cabinet appointments. While the commissioners and top officials of the state's various departments are appointed by the governor, they are 1' subject to confirmation by the Senate. Once appointed, a commissioner can serve without any action by the Senate, but he or she cannot serve any longer if the Senate has voted to refuse to consent to his or her appointment. While it is rare for a commissioner to be rejected by the Senate, it fr i has occurred in previous years when the Senate and governorship are of opposite parties. The most recent example occurred in 2012 when the Republican-controlled Senate rejected Governor Mark Dayton's choice for chair of the Public Utilities Commission. Prior to that, the DFL-controlled Senate rejected Governor Tim Pawlenty's choice of commissioner for the Minnesota Department of Transportation in 2008. 6 55 of 62 Although no commissioner of Walz has been specifically targeted on this front by the Senate Republican majority, the threat of a confirmation battle can also be a point of leverage in negotiations with the governor. New Legislators Two special elections took place this winter to fill vacancies in the Minnesota House of Representatives— House District 30A and House District 60A. � House District 30A's legislative seat became 4 vacant when Representative Nick Zerwas (R-Elk River) resigned from the legislature in December to take a job in the private sector. Paul Novotny, a Republican who is a 30-year veteran of the Sherburne County Sheriff's Office, won the special election on February 4 to succeed Zerwas. House District 30A includes the communities of Elk River, Big Lake, Big Lake Township, and Otsego. House District 60A's i legislative seat became vacant when Representative Diane Loeffler(DFL- b' Minneapolis) passed away on November 16. Loeffler had served in the legislature since 2005. Sydney Jordan, a DFLer iW,, who is an environmental and union organizer, prevailed in the 11-candidate DFL primary on January 21 and won the special election on February 4. She works for Save the Boundary Waters and previously worked for the Minneapolis Federation of Teachers as well as Jacob Frey's 2017 mayoral campaign. House District 60A includes all of Northeast Minneapolis and a small portion of the Como neighborhood. Novotny and Jordan will take office in time to serve during the 2020 Legislative Session,which starts on Tuesday, February 11. The new 56 of 62 House members will face voters again in November of 2020 when all 201 legislative seats are on the ballot. Retirements The following legislators have announced they will not be seeking re- election to their current seat in the Minnesota legislature for the 2020 election: House: Rep. Hunter Cantrell (DFL-Savage), 1st term Rep. Lyndon Carlson (DFL-Crystal), 24th term Rep. Bob Gunther(R-Fairmont), 13th term Rep. Mary Kunesh-Podein (DFL-New Brighton), 2nd term— running for Minnesota Senate Rep. Ben Lien (DFL-Moorhead), 4th term Rep. Tim Mahoney(DFL-St. Paul), 11th term Rep. Alice Mann (DFL-Lakeville), 1st term Rep. Bud Nornes (R-Fergus Falls), 12th term Rep. Duane Sauke(DFL-Rochester), 2nd term Rep. Bob Vogel (R-Elk New Market), 3rd term Rep. Jean Wagenius (DFL-Minneapolis), 17th term Senate: Sen. Dick Cohen (DFL-St. Paul), 10th term Sen. Scott Jensen (R-Chaska), 1st term Lot »:illt►t. ���«�..��`t�E iw 1.� "Kt�.a IC"E `VAWINGIO ,lI.t', tsa�.txt:a GRINi�,��i. '•cta. 7 tn� GRINIIAII ti.ti" anisuiwm N; %I i�\ Itpl t ht,rt.,t.'�ti 1. NA(J i:� ''4.antt f stwO%.Y, wn.,�*� MA S.l..ekt s .... �aa�mr�i+di,,'s•'� .;veli `9+sh}et�.:.�tt 1W.ZNRAt� 1" 1 .�1LY t:1 t?+F k+c,t ��:.;t511 r3is7t.D t:'tSl'.i-t+ :?tdlt QLic th ere to opt-out of receiving future communications. Copyright®2020 8 57 of 62 Metro Cities News 2/7/20 Pagel of 3 METRO CITIESMember Login a Search our site... U4 Asaaciation d hAetrvpvlitaD MuniciReltl4as Home Metro Cities News About Us Meetings&Events Membership Advocacy Policies&Resources MAMA Return to the biog Upcoming Events Metro Cities News 2/7/20 by:Kimberly Ciarrocchi I Thu Feb 20,2020 Category:Newsletter Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina Category:Metro C ties Board of Directors Feb Thu Feb 27,2020 07 In This Issue: I MAMA Luncheon Category:MAMA Legislative Session Begins on Tuesday Thu Mar 11,2020 Senate Committee on Home Ownership Affordability and Availability Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina EVENT:Join Us!Metro Cities Workshop with MM Housing Category'Metro Cities Board of Directors MPCA Seeking Public Comment on Water Quality Fee Increases Thu May 21,2120 Save the Date for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting! Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina Category:Metro Cities Board of Directors Thu Jun 18,2020 Metro Cities Board of Directors Meetina Legislative Session Begins on Tuesday Category:Metro Cities Board of Directors The 2020 legislative session begins at noon on Tuesday,February 11.Metro Cities will provide a View Full Calendar legislative preview in a separate newsletter on Monday,February 10. Our Tweets Tweets by MetroCitiesMN Senate Committee on Home Ownership Affordability and Availability The Senate Select Committee on Home Ownership and Affordability met this week to review several single-family housing topics and to hear about barriers to homeownership.Metro Cities and League of MN Cities(LMC)staff provided testimony at the hearing. Metro Cities staff provided information on city roles in infrastructure,land use,planning,packaging of financial incentives and permitting and inspections.Staff explained the nexus of city roles to the health, safety and welfare of residents,and how cities work to address specific local needs and to manage costs.If development costs are not covered,existing taxpayers must cover costs,or development does not occur.Metro Cities'testimony also noted that fees do not always cover city-related expenses. LMC staff discussed zoning considerations,and the numerous ways cities support the range of residential housing(workforce,senior,affordable,market rate),including programs and funds that serve both development and residents.The League's testimony also pointed out that local tools and initiatives,rather than one-size-fits-all policies,are what give cities the ability to make progress addressing housing needs. The builders'association released its 2020 session priorities at the hearing.They include opposition to street impact fees,opposition to city stretch codes beyond state building code,support for zoning restrictions,permitting efficiency through technology,job-costed permitting,and housing cost audits. Their testimony also discussed industry trends. The committee also heard from Habitat for Humanity and the Wings Financial Credit Union whose representatives discussed financial barriers to housing,as well as the Department of Labor and Industry,with testimony regarding potential tweaks to the state's model building code. 58 of 62 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&year... 2/7/2020 Metro Cities News 2/7/20 Page 2 of 3 Metro Cities will continue to work with the League and other city associations to educate legislators on local roles,advocate for street infrastructure clarity in statute and support local decision-making authority. The committee will likely next meet toward the end of February. Questions?Please contact Charlie Vander Aarde,Metro Cities Government Relations Specialist at 651- 215-4001 or CharlieC@MetroCitiesMN.ora. EVENT:Join Us!Metro Cities Workshop with MN Housing Join Metro Cities and the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency(MHFA)on Friday,February 21 for a workshop with information for cities on accessing funding for housing programs administered by MN Housing.Attendees will have an opportunity to discuss funding priorities and application scoring criteria with MN Housing officials and to learn about: Funding programs and cycles; Submitting a competitive application; MHFA funding priorities;and Single family and multi-family development and rehabilitation. City staff and elected officials are welcome. DATE:Friday,February 21,2020 TIME:9:00-11:00 am LOCATION:St.Anthony Village City Hall,3301 Silver Lake Rd,St.Anthony,55418 RSVP:Please respond by February 14 to Kimberly@MetroCitiesMN.orq In addition,Minnesota Housing is hosting housing resources engagement meetings this month to share information about Minnesota Housing's rental resources and policy priorities at community meetings. Minnesota Housing is seeking input to help shape priorities for distributing its multifamily rental dollars. The information learned will inform scoring and priorities for the 2022 Qualified Allocation Plan which guides these resources. Wednesday,February 12,1:30-2:30 pm St.Timothy's Church-Parish Center Meeting Room 707 89th Avenue NE,Blaine Wednesday,February 19,2:30-4:00 pm Shakopee Community Center-Shakopee Ice Arena Meeting Room 1225 Fuller Street South,Shakopee A community meeting in St.Paul will focus on Minnesota Housing's rental resources and priorities. Thursday,February 20,5:30-7:30 pm Mino Oski Ain Dah Yung-Community Room 769 University Avenue West,St.Paul No registration is needed for the three community meetings.Click here for more information. MPCA Seeking Public Comment on Water Quality Fee Increases The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency(MPCA)last week released a set of proposed amendments for public comment relating to rules that govern water quality fees.According to the release,the agency is requesting comments on proposed amendments to rules in Chapters 7002 and 7083 that govern water quality fees.This includes fees for municipal and industrial wastewater permits,municipal wastewater variances,municipal stormwater permits,feedlot permits,and subsurface sewage treatment systems. A concept document with information about the plan to adjust fees is available here. The MPCA will hold several stakeholder meetings to share information about fee revisions and the intent of this rulemaking.One meeting is scheduled to be held in the metropolitan area on Monday, February 10,2020 from 10:00 am—12:00 pm at the MPCA St.Paul office Lower Level Conference Rooms,520 Lafayette Road.St.Paul,MN 55102. The MPCA stated that their goal in the proposed amendments with respect to increases in each fee area,is to cover 30%of agency costs for administering each program.This includes proposing to 59 of 62 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&year... 2/7/2020 Metro Cities News 2/7/20 Page 3 of 3 increase both municipal separate storm sewer systems(MS4)permit fees and municipal wastewater permit fees.MS4 permit fees are currently$400 every five years.Under the MPCA proposal,MS4 fees will be changed to an annual fee and be based on city population. The chart below is the proposed fee structure by city population: City Population Proposed Annual Fee City Population Proposed Annual Fe 1,000 or Less $500 1,000-3,000 $1,000 3,001-10,000 $2,000 10,001-30,000 $4,000 30,001-50,000 $6,000 50,001-75,000 $9,000 75,001-100,000 $12,000 Over 100,000 $18,000 The notice is available at the MPCA public notice webpaaae.Additional information about this rulemaking,stakeholder meetings and how to submit comments is available on the Water Quality Fee Rule webpaae. The public comment period for this notice closes at 4:30 on Friday,March 13,2020. Please contact Steven Huser at 651-215-4003 or email at steven(@metrocitiesmn.ora with any questions. Save the Date for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting! Mark your calendars and save the date for the Metro Cities Annual Meeting!This year's event will be held on Thursday,April 16 and will again be held at the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory in the Bullard Rainforest Auditorium.The evening will start with a social hour,followed by guest speaker Rick King, Chair of the Metropolitan Airports Commission.The evening will wrap up with a brief business meeting to elect members and officers to the Board of Directors. All member city staff and elected officials are welcome and encouraged to attend!More information and details will follow. Questions or wish to RSVP?Contact Kimberly at 651-215-4000 or kimberlv(a)metrocitiesmn.ora. Share this post: Metro Cities(Association of Metropolitan Municipalities) 145 University Ave W,Suite 125 St.Paul,MN 55103 651-215-4000 Backtotop A powered by r\Members icks 60 of 62 https://www.metrocitiesmn.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&view=entry&year... 2/7/2020 B ROWN ' S 4JS HAYWARD AVE N J/ OAKDALE . MN _ C REEK , 551 28 WAT E R S H E D 51.330.8220 X26 I I'HC)NEI 65 1 .:330. 7747 f FAX I moi? DISTR- ICT WWW. BCWD.ORG REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF MANAGERS Wednesday,February 12,2020 at 6:30 PM 1) Call Regular Meeting to order @ 6:30 P.M NOTE MEETING LOCATION Regular Board Meeting will be held at 2) Approve Regular Meeting Agenda and Discussion Agenda Family Means 1875 Northwestern Ave 3) Oath of Office—Charles LeRoux&Craig Leiser Stillwater,MN 55082 4) Public Comments 5) Consent Agenda—Board Action (all items listed under the consent agenda are considered to be routine by the Board of Managers and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion on these items unless a Manager removes an item from the consent agenda for discussion or there is a request to remove the item from the consent agenda, in which event the board will consider whether to remove the item from the consent agenda and consider it separately.) a) Approve Board Meeting Minutes of the January 8, 2020 Annual and Regular Meeting b) Accept Permit Fee Statement c) Appoint Anne Maule Miller to the Citizen Advisory Committee d) Approve Manager per diem and expenses and Administrator attendance and expenses to attend the MAWD Legislative Event March 18-19, 2020 e) Approve Liability coverage waiver form to not waive monetary limits established by MN Statutes Section 466.04 f) Approve Education Materials and Newsletter Scope g) Approve Minnesota Native Landscapes Pay Requests 43 and 44 for Headcut Repair Project h) Authorize the administrator to execute an amendment of the existing Washington Conservation District contract 6) Treasurer's Report a) Review Authorized Funds Spreadsheet b) Current Items Payable-Board Action 7) Board Appointments—Board Action a) Election of Officers b) Community Liaisons c) Subcommittee Appointments 8) Projects a) Rule Revision initiated January 10, 2020 (1) Public Hearing (2) Freshwater Report—December 2019 Stakeholder Meeting (3) Regional Project Ideas—Update b) Hwy 15/36 Interchange—Reuse Update and Discussion c) Iron Enhanced Sand Filter Project Managers: Craig Leiser,President • Sharon Schwarze,Vice-President • Gerald Johnson,Treasurer Klayton Eckles 61 of 62 (1) 2019 Performance Summary (2) 2020 Operation and Maintenance (a) Select contractor for the iron enhanced sand filter project tributary maintenance and authorize administrator to contract—Board Action (b) Engineer Budget Scope—Board Action d) Biological Monitoring (1) 2019 Data Summary—Presentation Mike Majeski, EOR (2) 2020 Biological Monitoring Scope—Board Action e) Trout Habitat Preservation Project(THPP) (1) 2019 Data Summary—Presentation Mike Majeski, EOR (2) 2020 Scope—Board Action f) Weather Station-2019 Data Use and 2020 Scope—Board Action 9) Discussion Agenda-No Action Required a) Administrator Updates: CR15/36 Interchange Reuse, Oak Glen Reuse, Spring Flood Planning, CAC Meeting update b) Communications &Manager Reports c) March 2020 Regular BCWD Board Agenda 10) Adjournment 62 of 62