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HomeMy WebLinkAboutweekly notes May 20th 2022 CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS—WEEKLY NOTES for: May 20th,2022 TO: City Council Members& Staff FROM: Eric Johnson,City Administrator Zoninq &Development Items: 1. The McDonalds did address their sign painting-,looks much better. 2. The owner of the McCormick's building (with plans to sell to TOP 10 Liquor) has not yet informed the City of his ability to secure an access to the south—onto or from the new Backage road(59th Street).Staff has provided them with contact information on abutting property owners. 3. The owner of the NAPA building was reminded that there is a Conditional UsePermit Y that regulates the number of cars that may be parked there—too many cars can obstruct the traffic vision sight lines. It was addressed by the owner on Friday. COVID-19 Matters: r • This is the Governor's-PORTAL https://mn.gov/covidl9—Many documents/Exec. r Orders can be found. Washington County has initiated a County Dashboard containing more localized COVID-19 Impacts and rates LINK->>HERE. Other Items: • The Bayport Fire Dept. matter—Appointed City Subcommittee did meet this past week and f discussed the received financial information from Bayport. Ultimately, the Sub-committee ' . crafted the enclosed letter to Bayport as a response and outlined some possible next steps for discussions. =: •> • Staff did execute an agreement with local Animal Humane Society—nothing new—as there was a recent expiration and there was an emergency need to shelter a found dog.The have been a good resource for the City over the years and without their availability—we are unsure ; where animals would be taken. Enclosed is that agreement— it has a 30 day termination *z " window should it be necessary. V • The 5/16/22 hailstorm in the area was interesting...we suspect there will be many non-local &local roofing vendors combing the neighborhoods—should they stop by your home—please remind them they need a peddler's license. • Staff will be holding a pre-construction meeting with the MI LL&OVERLAY contractor on 5/23.Work is slated to begin after June 6th—but we will need to see a final construction schedule from the contractor. Mayor McComber Provided 1. N LC Updates for 5/21/22 2. Data about the DEED-Energy Transition Advisory Panel 3. April 2022—SPAAR Update on local housing market "Weekly Notes"is an internal/inter-departmental memo limited in scope to share brief updates and information among City Departments,City Consultants and Elected Officials regarding various topics. 1 of 17 f. t� IM TAIT City of oak Park Heights 14168 oak Park Blvd. N•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082•Phone(651)439-4439•Fax(651)439-4574 May 13,2022 Mr. Adam Bell City Administrator, City of Bayport 2943'StN Bayport, MN 55003 Dear Adam: Thank you for the budget information that you supplied per our request. With review of the data, we understand that the City of Bayport may face some financial challenges in the funding of the services and equipment as committed to. These challenges stem from many factors and requires a reasonable exploration of solutions for both the long and short term if we all believe we have a common interest and are willing to more equitably share that burden. With that perspective in mind a concept that a consideration of a singular solution—such as member entities contributing additional funds to Bayport beyond the scope of the current 15-year agreement may be shortsighted and ultimately inequitable. Therefore, in order to best facilitate a valuable discussion our City asks that: 1. Bayport first provide a written proposal as what specifically Bayport may be seeking from the City of Oak Park Heights and the other communities; 2. Please outline if the City of Bayport is willing(or not willing)to engage in a process that commits to exploring all alternatives towards providing fire services to our greater community including the engaging of a consultant to foster an impartial discussion and process as to what this might look like in the coming decades. This should include but not be limited to concepts of funding, personnel,management, equity,etc. If the City of Bayport does not have an interest in providing this written proposal,nor is willing to commit to the exploration of alternatives;it certainly would limit the value of gathering again and the City must at least consider that its best interest may be to complete the present contract as is. PIease let Betty Caruso know if you have any questions or comments at this time otherwise we look forward to Bayport's responses regarding the above two inquiries. S, erely, ub Arun' ee ernbers- M.ary 'cComber Mayor Betty Caru o, Finance Director Mike Lilfegren,Council Member Steve Han en,Chief of Police 2of17 Animal Humane Society and Oak Park Heights Letter of Understanding for Impound Housing Services 2022 1. Animal Humane Society (AHS) agrees to provide the following services: a. Housing for stray or abandoned animals that are retrieved or legally seized by your municipality's community service officer(CSO) or animal control officer (ACO), or for stray animals that are brought into the shelter by a citizen and verbal permission is given by your agency via phone for intake. Housing includes kennel space, daily cleaning, food and water. b. AHS is unable to house wildlife or farm animals. i. Exceptions can be made for chickens with prior approval of the site manager at AHS. c. Herd management vaccination following our standard vaccination protocols, as well as medically necessary and/or emergency care for sick or injured animals impounded during regular business hours. d. Euthanasia services as deemed necessary by an AHS veterinarian. These services may be provided at the end of the legally required holding period or in the case of a medical situation that requires immediate euthanasia. e. Adoption services as deemed appropriate by AHS veterinary staff. The animals will be evaluated for these services at the end of the legally required holding period. f. Euthanasia services and body disposal as deemed appropriate by AHS veterinary staff. The animals will be evaluated for these services at the end of the legally required holding period. g. Provide animal rabies quarantine or diagnostic service for stray felines or canines that have bitten a person. h. Hold animal for the legally required stray holding period: 5 days in MN, 4 Days in WI if a live release, 7 days in WI if euthanized or until reclaimed by owner within this holding period. i. AHS will follow internal policy and best practice for unclaimed animals. Oak Park Heights may request and view AHS policies at any time. 2. AHS expectations: a. AHS is not responsible for sick or injured animals that are left after hours. Outside treatment must be sought for these animals by the animal control officer or community service officer prior to leaving the animals at the AHS facility when veterinary staff members are not on duty. 1 3of17 b. AHS has the sole authority to disposition all animals that have not been reclaimed upon the expiration of the legally designated holding period. c. AHS will not accept feral cats seized under municipal authority by your municipality's CSO or ACO. d. AHS is not responsible for collecting any fees from an owner for a municipality. 3. Oak Park Heights agrees to: a. Adhere to the drop off procedure set forth by AHS including animal housing at the shelter and paperwork. Drop off procedures and paperwork training for community service or animal control officers will be provided. b. Adhere to state laws and local ordinances that apply to the handling of stray or abandoned animals and the seizure and return of animals to their owners. c. Direct citizens where to take stray animals when not receiving permission for impoundment at AHS. d. Seek care for injured or sick animals prior to drop off in the event that it is after hours and/or AHS veterinary staff is not on duty. e. Pay the designated fees for each animal cared for from your municipality. i. AHS will charge a standard hold fee of$208 per canine or feline and a$48 fee per"other" domestic animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, birds etc.)not reclaimed by its owner. ii. AHS will charge a municipality mandated quarantine fee of$416 per canine or feline that is held for a quarantine or other holding period lasting more than 5 days independent of who claims the animal after that hold. iii. AHS will charge a $24 administrative/processing fee to the municipality for each animal reclaimed by its owner in place of the standard fee. In these instances, AHS will charge the owner the additional reclaim fees. iv. AHS will charge a $24 administrative/processing fee for disposal of any cadavers brought to and AHS facility by a representative of the municipality. v. Oak Park Heights is responsible for fees if the owner does not reclaim by the last day of the stray hold. f. Adhere to AHS policy and best practice for unclaimed animals. Oak Park Heights may request and view AHS policies at any time. g. Adhere to building access rules and ensure that the service access door is closed and locked after use in an after-hours drop off. h. Ensure that the municipality's CSO/ACO uses his/her discretion in the field as to whether or not to impound an animal. AHS is not responsible for those decisions. i. Be available to members of your community to resolve their concerns related to the actions of your ACO/CSO officers and your municipality's procedures,policies and requirements. 4. Administration 2 4of17 a. AHS will bill the municipality at the end of each quarter on a fiscal calendar year. Billing will be mailed in the first month following the end of the quarter. Payment is expected within 30 days of receipt of billing. b. AHS will assign a contact person who should be contacted in the event of any problems, concerns or to receive feedback regarding the program. c. Any billing disputes must be raised within 10 days of receipt of billing. d. The AHS agrees to maintain all data received from Oak Park Heights in the same manner as Oak Park Heights as required under the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13. e. Insurance Requirements. i. Liability. AHS agrees to maintain commercial general liability insurance in a minimum amount of$1,000,000 per occurrence; $2,000,000 annual aggregate. The policy shall cover liability arising from premises, operations,products- completed operations,personal injury, advertising injury, and contractually assumed liability. Upon request Oak Park Heights shall be named as an additional insured. ii. Automobile Liability. If AHS operates a motor vehicle in performing the services under this agreement, AHS shall maintain commercial automobile liability insurance, including owned, hired, and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum liability limit of$1,000,000, combined single limit. iii. Workers' Compensation. AHS agrees to comply with all applicable workers' compensation laws in Minnesota. iv. Certificate of Insurance. The AHS shall deliver to Oak Park Heights a Certificate of Insurance as evidence that the above coverages are in full force and effect. f. Indemnification: i. AHS. To the fullest extent permitted by law, AHS agrees to defend and indemnify Oak Park Heights, and its officers, employees, and volunteers, from and against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses, including attorney fees, arising out of or resulting from the performance of work under this agreement; but only to the extent caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts, errors or omissions of AHS, AHS's subcontractor(s), or anyone directly or indirectly employed or hired by AHS, or anyone for whose acts AHS may be liable. AHS agrees this indemnity obligation shall survive the completion or termination of this agreement. ii. Oak Park Heights. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Oak Park Heights agrees to defend and indemnify AHS, and its officers, employees, and volunteers, from and against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses, including attorney fees, arising out of or resulting from the performance of work under this agreement; but only to the extent caused in whole or in part by the negligent acts, errors or omissions of Oak Park Heights, or anyone directly or indirectly employed or hired by Oak Park Heights, or anyone for whose acts Oak Park Heights may be liable. Oak Park Heights agrees this indemnity obligation shall survive the completion or termination of this agreement. 3 5of17 This agreement is based on a one year commitment, which is renewed annually from the date your administrator signs the agreement below. If the municipality brings animals to AHS without a signed vonrracr. it will be assumed that the agreement is extended for term of the next contract. The agreement can be ended at any time by either party with a 30 day written notice. This agreement is entered into ou the 18 day of May 2022 by -/-."-" Z'/'�——,- - JaneIle Dixon, President& CEO Si o of Municipal Au ority Animal Humane Society /r C4 ic Printed Name and Title Signed on behalf of Municipal Authority Printed Name and Title 4 6of17 Eric Johnson From: Mary Mccomber <marymccomber@aol.com> Sent: Saturday, May 21, 2022 8:21 AM To: Eric Johnson Subject: Fwd: Share your Community's Infrastructure Story For weekly notes -----Original Message----- From: National League Of Cities (NLC) <news@nlc.org> To: marymccomber@aol.com Sent: Sat, May 21, 2022 6:05 am Subject: Share your Community's Infrastructure Story News,resources and events for local leaders and staff. NLCNATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES The Weekly a ws ASA J, Share your Community's Infrastructure Story Does your city have a great project in the works you're seeking federal funding for? 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The committee was established by the 2021 legislature to advise Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan, DEED's Commissioner, and the legislature on energy transition issues and to establish transition programs, economic initiatives, and transition policy. The newly established Energy Transition Office will be responsible for implementing the recommendations of the Minnesota energy transition plan devised by the Energy Transition Advisory Committee. "I am looking forward to the work of the Energy Transition Advisory Committee to help develop a statewide energy transition program to support communities facing power plant closures," said DEED Commissioner Steve Grove. "This committee plays a significant role in collaborating with the Energy Transition Office and its new director Carla Vita, to lead efforts that address economic dislocations experienced by impacted communities and workers." Meetings will be held monthly until the energy transition plan is submitted to the Governor and legislature. The advisory committee consists of 18 voting members and eight ex officio nonvoting members. A chair and vice chair will be elected at the first meeting. 11 of 17 The voting members of the advisory committee are: • Michael James Childs Jr-Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Prairie Island Indian Community • Mary McComber— Mayor, City of Oak Park Heights • Marshall Hallock-Administrative Business Director, City of Red Wing • Tamara Lowney- President & CEO, Itasca Economic Development Corporation • Kristin Renskers - Business Representative, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) • Luke Lallemont - Business Representative, IBEW Local Union 949 • Mike Hoppe -Journeyman, Troubleman, Xcel Energy • Richard James Sackett- Lead Plant Electrician Boswell Energy Center, Minnesota Power • Joshua Skelton - Chief Operating Officer, Minnesota Power • Richard Evans - Director, Regional Government Affairs, Xcel Energy • Shane Zahrt- Senior Attorney and Lobbyist, Flaherty & Hood • Abigail Wozniak- Senior Research Economist and Director, Opportunity & Inclusive Growth Institute, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis • Jamie Fitzke - Manager, Legislative Policy, Center for Energy and Environment • Karin Housley- Senator, Assistant Majority Leader, District 39 • Jennifer McEwen - Senator, District 07 • Shelly Christensen - Representative, District 39B • Shane Mekeland - Representative, District 1SB • Darek Vetsch - Commissioner, Wright County Permalink: http: mn.gov/deed/newscenter/press-releases/index.jsp?id=1045-526729(http://mn.gov/deed/newscenter press- releases/index jsp?id=104S-S26729). View entire list Archives Categories Tags view as cloud RSS feed (/deed/rest/rss/Press Releases?id=1045-35332&detailPage=/deed/newscenter/press-releaseshndex.jsp). DEED Announces First Energy Transition Advisory Committee Meeting 4/29/2022 10:00:46 AM 12 of 17 MEMPLOYMENT AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ENERGY TRANSITION OFFICE Monticello—Today, the Energy Transition Advisory Committee will host its first meeting as part of the work to develop a statewide energy transition plan. The committee was established by the 2021 legislature to advise Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan, DEED's Commissioner, and the legislature on energy transition issues and to establish transition programs, economic initiatives, and transition policy. The newly established Energy Transition Office will be responsible for implementing the recommendations of the Minnesota energy transition plan devised by the Energy Transition Advisory Committee. "I am looking forward to the work of the Energy Transition Advisory Committee to help develop a statewide energy transition program to support communities facing power plant closures," said DEED Commissioner Steve Grove. "This committee plays a significant role in collaborating with the Energy Transition Office and its new director Carla Vita, to lead efforts that address economic dislocations experienced by impacted communities and workers." Meetings will be held monthly until the energy transition plan is submitted to the Governor and legislature. The advisory committee consists of 18 voting members and eight ex officio nonvoting members. A chair and vice chair will be elected at the first meeting. The voting members of the advisory committee are: • Michael James Childs Jr-Assistant Secretary/Treasurer, Prairie Island Indian Community • Mary McComber— Mayor, City of Oak Park Heights • Marshall Hallock-Administrative Business Director, City of Red Wing • Tamara Lowney- President & CEO, Itasca Economic Development Corporation • Kristin Renskers - Business Representative, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) • Luke Lallemont - Business Representative, IBEW Local Union 949 • Mike Hoppe -Journeyman, Troubleman, Xcel Energy • Richard James Sackett - Lead Plant Electrician Boswell Energy Center, Minnesota Power • Joshua Skelton - Chief Operating Officer, Minnesota Power • Richard Evans - Director, Regional Government Affairs, Xcel Energy • Shane Zahrt- Senior Attorney and Lobbyist, Flaherty& Hood • Abigail Wozniak- Senior Research Economist and Director, Opportunity& Inclusive Growth Institute, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis • Jamie Fitzke - Manager, Legislative Policy, Center for Energy and Environment • Karin Housley- Senator, Assistant Majority Leader, District 39 • Jennifer McEwen - Senator, District 07 13 of 17 • Shelly Christensen - Representative, District 39B • Shane Mekeland - Representative, District 15B • Darek Vetsch - Commissioner, Wright County Economic Development Economic Development economy F 71 14 of 17 Eric Johnson From: Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors® <bwegscheid@spaar.com> Sent: Wednesday, May 18, 2022 3:02 PM To: Eric Johnson Subject: SPAAR Housing Market Update,April 2022 t, a . HOUSING ■ l TE G. FROM THE SPAAR GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS TEAM Good Afternoon, The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage exceeded 5% in April, the highest level since 2011 , according to Freddie Mac. The recent surge in mortgage rates has reduced the pool of eligible buyers and has caused mortgage applications to decline, with a significant impact on refinance applications, which are down more than 70% compared to this time last year. As the rising costs of homeownership force many Americans to adjust their budgets, an increasing number of buyers are hoping to help offset the costs by moving from bigger, more expensive cities to smaller areas that offer a more affordable cost of living. New Listings in the Twin Cities region decreased 7.0 percent to 7,046. Pending Sales were down 9.2 percent to 5,693. Inventory levels fell 9.2 percent to 5,758 units. Quick Facts - 9.0% + 10.0% 9.2% One-Year Change in One-Year Change in Median SalesHomes Change in Closed Sales Homes for Sale Price 15 of 17 Prices continued to gain traction. The Median Sales Price increased 10.0 percent to $370,000. Days on Market was down 9.7 percent to 28 days. Absorption rates were even with last year as Months Supply of Homes for Sale remained flat at 1.1 months. Affordability challenges are limiting buying activity, and early signs suggest competition for homes may be cooling somewhat. Nationally, existing home sales are down 2.7% as of last measure, while pending sales dropped 1.2%, marking 5 straight months of under contract declines, according to the National Association of REALTORS& Inventory remains low, with only 2 months supply at present, and home prices continue to rise, with the median existing home at $373,500, a 15% increase from this time last year. Homes are still selling quickly, however, and multiple offers are common in many markets Your Local Market Update can be found here: https://spaar.stats.showingtime.com/docs/Imu/x/OakParkHeights?src=map Best regards, Becky Wegscheid Government Affairs Director Saint Paul Area Association of Realtors® bwegscheid(a)spaar.com Phone: 651-772-6350 ()()Go & BETTER AGENT ♦ BETTED COMMUNITIES Spaar SAINT PAUL AREA ASSN: '_ i � i ON OF REALTORS@ Saint Paul Area Association of REALTORS@ 1 325 Roselawn Ave E, 651-776-6000, Saint Paul, MN 55117 Unsubscribe eaiohnson(a)citvofoakparkheicihts.com Update Profile I Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by bwegscheid@spaar.com powered by (: Constant (0,0; Contact Try email marketing for free today! 2 16 of 17 Local Market Update - April 20221D17En=;4'4r r`. A RESEARCH TOOL PROVIDED BY THE SAINT PAUL AREA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® - 50.0% 0.0% + 44.0% Change in Change in Change in Oak Park Heights New Listings Closed Sales Median Sales Price April Year to Date 2021 2022 + 2021 2022 + New Listings 6 3 -50.0% 19 15 -21.1% Closed Sales 3 3 0.0% 14 8 -42.9% Median Sales Price` $250,000 $360,000 +44.0% $270,000 $361,500 +33.9% Average Sales Price' $321,667 $332,667 +3.4% $308,183 $366,488 +18.9% Price Per Square Foot` $144 $184 +28.1% $175 $186 +6.6% Percent of Original List Price Received" 103.4% 112.9% +9.2% 103.2% 108.9% +5.5% Days on Market Until Sale 20 18 -10.0% 30 16 -46.7% Inventory of Homes for Sale 2 1 -50.0% -- -- Months Supply of Inventory 0.3 0.2 -33.3% -- -- Does not account for seller concessions. i Activity for one month can sometimes look extreme due to small sample size. April ■2021 .2022 Year to Date 02021 2022 6 19 15 14 33 3 8 -50.0% 0.0% -21.1% -42.9% New Listings Closed Sales New Listings Closed Sales Change in Median Sales Price from Prior Year (6-Month Average)" 16-County Twin Cities Region Oak Park Heights +80% +60% +40% +20% 0% -20% -40% -60% -80% 1-2008 1-2009 1-2010 1-2011 1-2012 1-2013 1-2014 1-2015 1-2016 1-2017 1-2018 1-2019 1-2020 1-2021 1-2022 "Each dot represents the change in median sales price from the prior year using a 6-month weighted average. This means that each of the 6 months used in a dot are proportioned according to their share of sales during that period. 17 of 17 Current as of May 6,2022.All data from NorthstarMLS. i Copyright ShowingTime.